Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Elizabeth “Betsy” Tweedy Houck
May 16, 2025
Elizabeth “Betsy” Tweedy Houck, 84, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 16, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Richmond, Virginia, surrounded by her family.
Betsy lived most of her life in Lynchburg, Virginia, before moving in 2018 to Cedarfield Retirement Community in Henrico to be closer to her loved ones.
Born in 1940 in Christiansburg, Virginia, Betsy was the daughter of Robert...
Gordon Edwin "Ed" Dellinger
May 14, 2025
Gordon Edwin “Ed” Dellinger, 75, of Chesterfield VA passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, in Chippenham Hospital in Richmond.
Ed was born in Woodstock VA, but came to Bedford in 1958 when his daddy came here to help start Cotton Batting Inc. He graduated from Liberty High School, class of 1968 and attended CVCC. Like most everyone in Bedford, Ed...
Nettie Alice Coles Jones
May 13, 2025
Nettie Alice Coles Jones, 75, of Amherst, passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2025.
Nettie was born July 31, 1949, in Amherst, daughter of the late Robert Leslie Coles and Mary Katherine Braxton Coles. Nettie retired from Wintergreen Ski Resort and was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church in Amherst.
She is survived by her children; Ann Coles of Amherst, Nathaniel Jones...
Nova Leniece Strange
May 13, 2025
Nova Leniece Strange, four months old passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025. She was the daughter of Albert Strange and Felicia Strange who have been together for six years.
Nova was born on January 11, 2025, seven days after her deceased grandfather, Lloyd Roy Farmer, Jr.’s birthday.
In addition to her parents, Nova is survived by eight brothers, Austin Slade, Trey...
Richard "Rick" Coffee
May 13, 2025
Richard “Rick” Frederick Coffee, age 74, of Lynchburg, passed away on May 13, 2025. He was born on March 6th, 1951, a son of the late Shirley Coffee and Lois Turner Coffee. Rick was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many, and he leaves behind a legacy of style, warmth, and enduring connections that transformed countless lives in...
Marianna Lawson Marquis
May 13, 2025
Marianna Lawson Marquis, 83, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt passed away peacefully from this world on May 13th, 2025.
Born in Montgomery, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Wylce Leon Lawson and Lala Virginia Lawson.
She was a graduate of East Bank High School in Kanawha County, West Virginia. After graduating, she completed a theatrical course at Leland...
Rev. Dr. Owen Calvin Cardwell, Jr.
May 12, 2025
Beloved and Extraordinary Man of God, Pastor, Civil Rights Activist and Distinguished Professor
Dr. Owen Calvin Cardwell, Jr.
Reverend Dr. Owen Calvin Cardwell, Jr., age 78, of Lynchburg, Virginia, peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on May 12, 2025.
On January 29, 1962, Lynda Woodruff and Owen Cardwell climbed the steps to the entrance of E. C. Glass High School to begin the...
Ida May King Sheppeck
May 12, 2025
Ida May King Sheppeck, born on April 1, 1932, in Chester County, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, in Lynchburg, Virginia. She lived a full and vibrant life, marked by her dedication to her family and her many interests that brought joy to her days.
Ida was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Mildred Snyder King; her...
Fannie Logan
May 12, 2025
Fannie Roberta Cunningham Logan passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025. Born on November 30, 1928, to Edward and Bessie Cunningham in Lynchburg, Virginia, she was the oldest of two children. She was educated in the Lynchburg City Schools system and was raised spending time with several family members. She began her career of domestic work and caregiving in...
Joseph Clinton "Clint" Austin III
May 10, 2025
On May 10, 2025, Joseph Clinton Austin III, affectionately known as Clint went into the great wide open. Born on January 17, 1980, in the charming town of Wytheville, Virginia, Clint's presence was way too large to be enveloped by words, yet we will strive to honor his memory with all that he was: a loving husband, devoted son, supportive...
Henry Peronneau Brown III
May 10, 2025
H.P. Brown III, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025. He was born on June 29, 1945, to the late H.P. Brown Jr. and Mary Frances Brown in Martinsville, VA.
H.P. is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Faye Brown; sons, H.P. Brown IV and his wife Debbie, Wade Brown and his wife Kim; and his daughter, Duffie Jones...
Barbara Alma Walker Oliver
May 9, 2025
Barbara Alma Walker Oliver, born on June 15, 1943, in Galax, Virginia, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025, in Lynchburg, Virginia, surrounded by the love of her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arlin and Ethel Stewart Walker and her brother Elmer Campbell.
Barbara enjoyed a successful career as a plant manager in the garment industry. She...
Patricia S. Fleming
May 9, 2025
Patricia Fleming, a loving Wife, Mother, and Grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Born on September 15, 1941, in Martinsburg, West Virginia—a place she always considered home—Pat spent her early years rooted in the love of her family.
She later moved to Fairmont, West Virginia, where she attended Fairmont State College. There, she earned a degree in English and Business....
Helen Marie Knight
May 7, 2025
Helen Marie Knight, 85, of Bedford Va born on May 19, 1939 and went to be with the lord on May 7,2025. She was the daughter of the late Edith Loyd (step mom Effie Baldwin) and Harvey Baldwin. The sister of James Baldwin, Raymond Baldwin, Alan Baldwin, Nancy Reynolds, Edith Hylton, Judith Baldwin and half brother Calvin Baldwin. Upon her...
Helen Marie Knight
May 7, 2025
Helen Marie Knight, 85, of Bedford, Va passed away on May 7, 2025. She was born on May 19, 1939, a daughter of the late Edith Loyd (stepmom Effie Baldwin) and Harvey Baldwin.
Helen is survived by brothers, James Baldwin, Raymond Baldwin, Alan Baldwin; sisters, Nancy Reynolds, Edith Hylton, Judith Baldwin; and half-brother, Calvin Baldwin.
She spent her last moments with her...
Helen Marie Knight
May 7, 2025
Helen Marie Baldwin Knight, 85, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on May 7, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family.
Russell Miear
May 7, 2025
Russell "Ray" Miear, 66, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, in his hometown. Born on February 25, 1959, in Lynchburg, Ray remained deeply rooted in the community that shaped his life.
A graduate of Rustburg High School, Ray began a long and dedicated career with Kroger shortly thereafter. Over the course of 45 years, he became a...
Richard Donald Graham
May 6, 2025
Richard Donald Graham (Rich), 78, passed away peacefully on May 6 at his home in Forest, VA, with his devoted wife, Josephine (Castronovo) Graham, by his side. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Born on May 1, 1947, in Pittsfield, MA, Rich was the cherished son of Donald and Sonya Graham. He was a proud 1965 graduate of...
Sally R. Green
May 5, 2025
Sally R. Green, Lynchburg, Virginia – Passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2025 at age 96. Predeceased by her husband Ned, her parents Howard and Caroline Reineman, and her siblings Howard, Bill, and Carol Reese. She is survived by her children Newton B. Green II (Pam), Carolyn (David) Backus, and Elizabeth (Jim) Eaton; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law...
Roy Allen Hein
May 4, 2025
Roy Allen Hein, 68, of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at his residence. He was born on March 19, 1957, in Lowell, Massachusetts. A son of the late Paul Grout and Bridget Arlene Grout. In addition to his parents Roy was preceded in death by his sister, Donna Hein. Roy was part of the Asset Protection team...
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