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Patricia Blankenship Hull

Patricia Blankenship Hull

Apr 10, 2025

Patricia Jane Blankenship Hull, 87 of Bedford passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at Bedford County Nursing Home. She was born in Bedford Co. VA on September 04, 1937. A daughter of the late Willam Henry Blankenship and Fannie Elizabeth Johnson Blankenship. In addition to her parents Patricia was preceded in death by her loving husband, William Frederick Hull;...

Dora Dempsey Lacy

Dora Dempsey Lacy

Apr 10, 2025

Dora Dempsey Lacy, 78, of Amherst, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

She was the daughter of the late Berry Dempsey, Sr. and Eula Richardson Dempsey. Dora was born on December 9, 1946, in Lynchburg, VA. She attended school at Amherst County High School. Dora was a member of Timothy Baptist Church.

Dora leaves to cherish her memory her sons,...

Patricia Downing Haynes

Patricia Downing Haynes

Apr 9, 2025

Patty Downing Haynes, born in Morristown, New Jersey to the late Wilbur and Elizabeth Downing, passed away surrounded by love. She is survived by her devoted husband of 44 years, Garry Haynes.

Patty earned her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison, NJ, and began her career as a computer programmer. After several years in the field,...

Larry Dean Routon

Larry Dean Routon

Apr 9, 2025

Larry Dean Routon, 74, of Big Island, Virginia, passed away on April 9, 2025. He was born on August 28, 1950, in Lynchburg, Virginia, a son of the late James “Dean” Lester Routon and Josephine Turner Routon. In addition to his parents Larry was preceded in death by his special companion Vickie Routon Hudson.

Larry is survived by his sons, Joshua...

Roy Andrew Brooks

Roy Andrew Brooks

Apr 8, 2025

Roy Andrew Brooks (born Sulkowski), of Moneta, Virginia, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous battle with prostate cancer. He was 76 years old. 

Roy was born on November 27, 1948, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Raymond Sulkowski and Doloris Siejkowski Sulkowski. After losing his father as a young child, Roy was later...

Whitlock Lees, III

Whitlock Lees, III

Apr 8, 2025

Whitlock Lees, III, 72 years old, passed away on April 8, 2025. He was the son of the late Whitlock Lees, Jr. and Nancy Merki Lees Cory Boland.

Whitlock was born in Asheville, NC. He graduated from high school at Baylor School in Chattanooga, TN. He attended and received his Bachelor’s degree in 1975 in psychology from Duke University in Durham,...

William David Hull

William David Hull

Apr 8, 2025

William David Hull, 68, of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at his residence. He was born on December 06, 1956, in Bedford, VA. A son of the late William Frederick Hull and Patricia Jane Blankenship Hull. In addition to his parents David was preceded in death by his sister, Phyllis Gayle Hull.

David was a truck driver for...

Stephen Mattson

Stephen Mattson

Apr 7, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Mattson (40) of Lynchburg Virginia, who passed away on April 7th, 2025. A devoted son, loving brother, and cherished friend, who left us far too soon. Stephen was born on October 5th, 1984, in Naval Air Station Lemoore, California.

Stephen was homeschooled and eventually left home to become a...

Marcell White

Marcell White

Apr 7, 2025

Marcell White, 55, of Lynchburg, transitioned to his heavenly home April 7, 2025.

In lieu of flowers please click here to consider donating towards funeral expenses. A funeral service will be held at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00P.M. Mr. White will lie in repose for viewing Tuesday April 15, 2025 from 9:00 A.M. -...

John Howard Seinar

John Howard Seinar

Apr 5, 2025

John Howard Seinar, 89, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.

Sarah Helen Jeter Cox

Sarah Helen Jeter Cox

Apr 5, 2025

Sarah Helen Jeter Cox passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at The Elms of Lynchburg. She was the wife of the late Leonard L. Cox. Born on July 26, 1931, in Franklin County, she was the daugher of the late William T. Jeter and the late Veronica H. Jeter.

Sarah was retired from the Piedmont Label Company with over 25...

Anthony Charles Dean

Anthony Charles Dean

Apr 5, 2025

To family friends, and loved ones - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Anthony Charles Dean on April 5th, 2025. He is now home to rest in eternal Heaven.

Anthony Charles Dean was born on September 12, 1959, in Miami, Florida, to the late Johnny Dean and Aretha Mae Dean (Humphrey). He spent his early years...

Lee Uhrig Bender

Lee Uhrig Bender

Apr 4, 2025

Lee Uhrig Bender died in his sleep on the morning of April 4, 2025. Lee was born in Syracuse, NY, on March 21, 1934, to William L. Bender and Emma M. Bender. Lee had a deep-seated appreciation for ideas. He often said he wanted to be a student for life. Throughout his life, Lee studied many different philosophies and enjoyed...

Brian Robert Nelson Jablonski

Brian Robert Nelson Jablonski

Apr 3, 2025

Brian Robert Nelson Jablonski, age 65, born on September 20, 1959, died after an extended illness on April 3, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Allison Belsches Jablonski; three children, (Lucy Jablonski, Amy Jablonski, Lily Jablonski); siblings, Mary Jablonski (Karen), Ian Jablonski (Julie), Elsa Lawrence (Tom), and Helen Goins (Neal). He was predeceased by his...

Edgar Lee Graves

Edgar Lee Graves

Apr 3, 2025

Edgar Lee Graves, 70, of Lynchburg, Virginia, died peacefully at home after a brief illness on Thursday, April 3, 2025. He was the son of the late Luther Edgar Graves and Avie Lee Hill Graves.

Eddie was born on August 6, 1954, in Ripley, Mississippi. He was a missionary in Concepcion, Chile with the International Mission Board, SBC for 20 years....

Dewey Rudolph Alexander, Sr.

Dewey Rudolph Alexander, Sr.

Apr 3, 2025

Dewey Rudolph Alexander, Sr., a beloved son, father, brother, and cherished friend, passed away on April 3, 2025, in his hometown of Lynchburg, Virginia, just days shy of his 73rd birthday. Born on April 11, 1952, he grew up in a vibrant community where he became the life of every gathering, all with his huge smile and infectious laughter.

A proud...

Brenda Payne Moorman

Brenda Payne Moorman

Apr 2, 2025

Brenda Lee Payne Moorman, 63, departed this life unexpectedly on April 2, 2025, at her home in Lynchburg, VA. Born in Franklin County, VA on January 24,1962, she was the daughter of the late Jean Tolley.

Brenda loved playing cards, bingo and fishing. If you knew her, no one was a stranger to her and she could talk to you about...

Gracie Louise Bryant

Gracie Louise Bryant

Apr 1, 2025

Ms. Gracie Bryant, 63, heard the master call on the morning of April 1, 2025, she answered in the comfort of her home in Goode, Va.

Gracie was born on February 8, 1962, to the late Ruby J. Bryant, and the late Alfred Hurt. She was also preceded in death by her sister Christy Payne, brothers Albert Bryant, Tony Bryant and...

Phillip "Chuck"  Wayne Rector

Phillip "Chuck" Wayne Rector

Mar 31, 2025



Phillip “Chuck” Wayne Rector, 76, of Moneta, Virginia, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. Chuck was born November 15, 1948 in York, Pennsylvania, the son of Oscar (OW) Rector and Marie Bray.

Chuck married Carol [Martin] on July 9, 2005 in Floyd, Virginia.

Chuck worked as a truck driver for the entirety of his career at various different trucking companies. He...

Henry Lee Wyatt II

Henry Lee Wyatt II

Mar 30, 2025

Henry Lee Wyatt II, 81, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on March 30, 2025. He was the only son of the late Harold and Evelyn Wyatt, and the husband of Joanne J Wyatt for 40 years.

Henry was born on May 9, 1943, in Durham, North Carolina. Henry earned the rank of Eagle Scout and graduated from George Washington High School...

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