Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Debra Belisle
Jun 20, 2022
Debra Belisle, 69, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on June 20, 2022. She was the daughter of the late William Moore and Evelyn Jeanette Moore, and the wife of Gerard Belisle for 49 years.Debra was born on Nov 6, 1952, in Dover, DE.In addition to her husband, Debra is survived by her sons: Greg Belisle and Daniel Belisle and her...
Dean Patrick Cumbo
Jun 20, 2022
Dean Patrick Cumbo, of Lynchburg, formerly of Danville, age 54, passed away at his residence and transitioned to his heavenly home on Monday, June 20, 2022, after a 10-month courageous battle with cancer.He was born on June 4, 1968, in Danville, to Marie C. Cumbo and the late David P. Cumbo Sr.He is survived by his wife, Lori Adkins Cumbo;...
Fieldon Ray Southern
Jun 19, 2022
Fieldon Ray Southern, 88, of Bedford, passed away on June 19, 2022, due to complications from Vascular Dementia. He was born in Pulaski Co. on December 6, 1933, to the late Everett Jordan Southern and Zelma Jennings Southern. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Forest Southern, Calvin Southern, and Walter “Poochie” Southern and...
Dorothy Hall
Jun 18, 2022
Dorothy Hall, 72, of Evington, VA, died Saturday, June 18, 2022.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Annie Seal
Jun 18, 2022
Annie Mae Seal, 69, passed away on Saturday, June 18, 2022. Born in Danville, VA, she was the daughter of the late DT Crews and Daisy Bates Crews. She was preceded in death by brothers Lloyd Hopkins, James Crews, Leroy Crews, Robert Crews, Raymond Crews & sister Elsie Crews.Annie is survived by her husband Donald Seal, her loving children; Victoria...
Leta Frances Sharp Atkins
Jun 17, 2022
Leta Frances Sharp Atkins, 62, of Moneta, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2022, at Forest Health and Rehab. She was born in Virginia on April 10, 1960, to the late Henry Arthur Sharp and Evelyn Rhodes Sharp. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Ellis Sharp.Leta’s pride and joy was her family and...
David Hugh Mcmahon
Jun 16, 2022
David Hugh McMahon of Smith Mountain Lake, (formerly Lynchburg), passed away at the age of 78 with his wife of 27 years at his side, holding his hand. Dave was dedicated to his wife Yvonne, his four children, and to his career as a lawyer.Born in Iowa, Dave grew up in Cincinnati and was the eldest son of the late...
Mitchell Rutherford Mays, Jr.
Jun 16, 2022
Obituary of Mitchell Rutherford Mays, Jr.Mitchell died on June 16, 2022.He was the only child and son born to Mitchell Rutherford Mays, Sr. and Margaret Paul Mays on October 23, 1930, in Lynchburg, Virginia.Mitchell was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife of 55 years, Kathryn Cummins Mays.He is survived by his children, Debbie Mays Rechner (Joe),...
Darryl Wright
Jun 16, 2022
Darryl Lee “Moochie” Wright, of 104 Federal Street, Lynchburg, VA, at the age of 51, entered into eternal rest and gained his heavenly wings on June 16, 2022. He courageously battled an illness with cancer and peacefully passed away at UVA hospital. Darryl was born on March 16, 1971 to the late Gloria Ann Wright and Hugh Alfred “Al” Payne.In...
Shirley Ann Robinson Hartman
Jun 15, 2022
Shirley Robinson Hartman, 87, of Forest, VA. was united with our Lord on June 15, 2022. Born on June 24, 1934. Shirley was the loving wife of deceased Bobby “Bob” Gene Hartman for 49 years. Shirley and Bob purchased New London Steakhouse in 1969. With lots of love and hard work, made a very successful establishment even to this day....
The Rev. Dr. Diane E. Vie
Jun 15, 2022
The Rev. Dr. Diane E. Vie entered into eternal rest with her loving God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, on June 15, 2022 while doing what she loved most: spending vacation time at the beach with family and friends. She died in her sleep, peacefully, without discomfort or distress. Diane was the loving daughter of Barbara and Dave Edwards, extraordinary...
Jiajah Melody Smalls
Jun 14, 2022
Jiajah Melody Smalls, 12, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on June 14, 2022. She was the daughter of Tausha Wilson and Lamar Smalls.Jiajah was born on June 12, 2010, in Sumter, South Carolina. She was a student at Dearington Elementary School and was excited to begin her middle school years at Linkhorne Middle School.She enjoyed music, dancing, playing with her...
Gordon Thomas Trammell
Jun 14, 2022
Gordon Thomas Trammell,Sr born December 6, 1938 passed away peacefully at Spotsylvania Regional Hospital on June 14, 2022 with his eldest daughter by his side. As a child he was known as “quick draw McGraw” and often his Mom would call him “Gordie”.He attended Baptist Bible College for a time, and loved discussing the Bible and talking about the Lord....
Karen Amelia Bowers
Jun 13, 2022
Karen Amelia Gallagher Bowers went to be with Jesus on June 13th, 2022, after a long, painful and courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by the two great joys of her life Mary Hannah Bowers and Annastin Amelia Bowers as well as her truly loving and dedicated partner Jerrold Woods, Jr. all of Hoschton, GA. She is also survived...
The Honorable James Sebrell Farmer, Sr.
Jun 12, 2022
The Honorable James Sebrell Farmer, Sr. died June 12, 2022, at Lynchburg General Hospital.Born in Princess Ann County, Virginia Beach, July 17, 1933, to Isaac Herbert Farmer and Ann Bell Sebrell, both deceased, Jim grew up and attended schools in the Richmond area. After graduating from high school he enlisted in the United States Air Force. Following his service he...
Mih'Yauna Nevaeh Saunders
Jun 12, 2022
Early on the morning of Sunday. June 12, 2022, God saw fit to rescue His precious Angel, Mih’Yauna Nevaeh Saunders.Mih’Yauna was born May 24, 2022, to KeyAunta Sandidge and the late Deshawn (Red) Saunders.Proceeding baby Mih’Yauna in death is her father Deshawn (Red) Saunders, her maternal grandfather, Kevin Sandidge, and her paternal grandfather, Keith Alexander.During her short days here on...
Lauren Michelle Lafon
Jun 12, 2022
Lauren Michelle Lafon’s star burned out Sunday night. She was always the center of attention and was loved by all who knew her.She is preceded in death by her maternal and paternal great-grandparents, her maternal grandmother and grandfather and her paternal grandmother.Michelle is survived by her mother Sherry, her father Clint and his wife Carole, her brothers Aaron and Eric,...
Norman Edwin Smith
Jun 11, 2022
Norman Edwin “Ed” Smith, 77, of Lynchburg passed away Saturday, June 11, 2022. He was the loving husband of Ruth Overstreet Smith for over 55 years.Ed was born on May 18, 1945, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a son of the late George C. Smith and Edith Queen Smith. Ed honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy and was retired from...
Joshua K. Grant
Jun 11, 2022
Joshua Kane Grant, 41, of Big Island, VA passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2022. He was born on November 3, 1980, in Lynchburg Virginia. A son of R.W. Grant and Shirley Ann Grant.Josh loved the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting, and he absolutely loved the mountains. His passion for bear hunting was very evident. Josh is survived by his father,...
Douglas Duvall Statham, Jr.
Jun 11, 2022
Douglas Duvall Statham, Jr., aged 91, of Lynchburg, Va. departed this life on June 11, 2022 due to natural causes. Douglas was born September 16, 1930 to Douglas Duvall Statham, Sr. and Sara Gilbert Statham. He attended high school through the eleventh grade and went on to pursue a professional education by serving his country and community.In 1951, Douglas joined...
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