Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Frank "Chip" Hobson Eastman, Jr.
Feb 24, 2026
Frank (“Chip”) Hobson Eastman Jr., 65, of Henrico, Virginia passed away February 24th, 2026. He was son of the late Frank H. Eastman Sr.
Aside from his father, he was preceded in death by his step-son, Nathan. He is survived by his daughter and devoted caregiver, Madison G. Eastman(Mick) and grandson Julian S. Walker, who he loved and cherished more than...
Carolyn Jeannette Allen
Feb 24, 2026
Carolyn Jeannette Allen, 80, of Lynchburg, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Carolyn was born July 9, 1945, in Prince Edward County, Virginia, a daughter of the late Henry Clay Allen and Eleanor Covington Allen.
She is survived by her four daughters: Susan Tillman (Tony) of Stafford, Mary Shepherd of Lynchburg, Ellen Taylor of Evington, and Betty Kesler of Forest, a sister...
Russell Joseph Otey
Feb 24, 2026
Mr. Russell Joseph Otey, of Goode, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Born on May 26, 1937, in Bedford, Virginia, Russell was lovingly raised from a young age by his aunt and uncle, Geneva Brown and Rudolph Brown.
Russell accepted Christ early in life and became a member of Oakmulgee Baptist Church. He attended Susie...
Delia Mae Vereen
Feb 24, 2026
Delia Mae Vereen, 67, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on February 24, 2026.
A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 1:00 pm at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at the Baptist Cemetery.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Carol Campbell
Feb 24, 2026
Carol Jean Trent Campbell, 78, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of those who cherished her. She was born on July 13, 1947, in Farmville, VA, to her parents, Philip and Carrie Trent.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Campbell; her brother, Marvin Trent; her grandson, Ethan Hodge; and her parents, Carrie and...
Michael Dwayne Ferguson
Feb 23, 2026
Michael Ferguson, of Lynchburg, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026.
A funeral service will be held at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 1:00P.M. The family will recieve one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Briarwood Memorial Park.
Tharp Funeral home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.
Elbert Lewis Avery Jr.
Feb 23, 2026
Elbert Lewis Avery Jr. “Lukie” departed this life on February 23, 2026.
He was born on May 22, 1967 to the late Elbert Lewis Avery Sr. and the late Linda Ferguson Carter.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Herman Leon Carter, his stepsister, Ju-Anita Turner, his aunt, Genetta Phillips, and his uncles, Earl Ferguson, Jr....
Patricia Jo Orr Graham
Feb 23, 2026
Patricia “Patty” Jo Orr Graham, age 77, passed away at peace in Lynchburg, VA, on February 23, 2026, after bravely battling long-term chronic illness.
She was born January 11, 1949, in Weston, WV, a daughter of the late Virginia Lough and John Warren Orr.
After graduating from Lewis County High School in 1967, Patty attended Marshall University, where she received her Bachelor’s...
Bryan “Beany” Chandler Ferguson
Feb 23, 2026
Bryan Chandler Ferguson, 62, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. He was the loving and dedicated husband of Ramona Jenevie Ferguson.
Bryan “Beany” was born on August 28, 1963, in Lynchburg, Virginia to the late Carlton Conroy Ferguson, Sr. and Jean Davis Ferguson, surviving. Beany was an avid golfer and enjoyed taking his grandsons and teaching them...
Carrie Morgan
Feb 23, 2026
Carrie L. Morgan 80, passed on Monday, February 23,2026.
A private celebration of life will be held Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Ramp Church International
Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.
Sherry Booker
Feb 23, 2026
Sherry Booker, of Lynchburg, transitioned from her earthly life on Monday, February 23, 2026.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at The Ramp Church International at 12:00P.M. The family will receive friends Friday, March 6, 2026 between the hours of 6:00P.M. - 8:00P.M. at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Location. Mrs. Booker will also lie in repose...
William Robert Jenkins
Feb 22, 2026
William Robert Jenkins, 73, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, service, and quiet strength. Born on June 12, 1952, in Harrisonburg, Virginia, he was the son of the late William Thompson Jenkins and Geneva Curry Jenkins.
William was a graduate of Fort Defiance High School and went on to further his...
Anne Catherine Whicker Campbell
Feb 22, 2026
Anne Catherine Whicker Campbell, 89, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Commonwealth Senior Living in South Boston. She was the beloved wife of the late Dallas Wade Campbell for over 63 years.
Anne was born on September 22, 1936, in Bristol, VA, a daughter of the late John Edward Whicker and Rose Carter Whicker.
She was...
James Smith III
Feb 21, 2026
James Andrew Smith III, 64, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 21, 2026, at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital.
James was a graduate of E.C. Glass High School. He had a passion for cooking and worked at various establishments throughout Lynchburg. He also enjoyed taking walks and spending time outdoors.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia...
Layla Faith Gallagher
Feb 20, 2026
Layla Faith Gallagher, 14, departed this life on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Layla Faith was born on August 11, 2011, in Lynchburg, Virginia to Lara Starfire and Patrick Gallagher.
Known to her family as Layla, and Faith to her friends, she was a joy to all who knew her. She was kind, loving, and funny, and she always put others before herself....
Carolyn McDaniel
Feb 20, 2026
Carolyn Ann McDaniel, 68, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026, while surrounded by love. Born on October 26, 1957, in Lynchburg, Virginia. Carolyn was a lifelong nurturer whose quiet strength and devotion to others defined her life.
Carolyn was born to the late Lafayette McDaniel and was lovingly raised by her devoted grandparents, the late Christine R. Pugh and Frederick...
Ernest Carl McCray
Feb 20, 2026
Ernest Carl McCray, 79, passed away on February 20, 2026, in Richmond, Virginia.
Carl was born on January 29, 1947, in Amherst County, Virginia. He joined Timothy Baptist Church at an early age and attended Central High School. He had a remarkable ability to play the piano, as well as both lead and bass guitars, which brought joy to many throughout...
Joyce Ann Whitted
Feb 20, 2026
On Friday, February 20, 2026, Joyce Ann Whitted departed from this life at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was born on September 13, 1962, to the late Mr. James “Kilroy” Whitted and Mrs. Janice Whitted.
Joyce grew up and lived her whole life in Lynchburg, VA where she was a hard-working woman and held positions at Bank of America, Genworth and was...
Donald Luttrell, Sr.
Feb 20, 2026
Donald “Donnie” Mack Luttrell, Sr. was born on August 24th, 1967, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Mack “Don” Donald Luttrell (who passed in 2016) and Audrey Ann Luttrell (age 79).
Donnie passed away on February 20th, 2026, at Lynchburg General Hospital. Not only does he leave behind his mother, Audrey, he leaves behind two sons; Donald “Buddy” Mack Luttrell Jr....
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