Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Donald J. Coleman
Sep 12, 2021
The day of September 12, 2021, Donald Wayne Coleman, Jr. peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home to reunite with his grandmothers, Mary Horsley “Granny” and Zelma Coleman.On April 14, 1993, Donald Wayne Coleman, Jr. was born to Kelley Helm, also a father figure Tarris “Tezon” Kornegay. Donald was preceded in death by his grandmothers Mary Horsley “Granny” known to all...
Grace Vivvian Persinger Jones
Sep 12, 2021
Grace Vivvian Persinger Jones, 89, of Moneta, passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2021, at Bedford County Nursing Home. She was born on June 15, 1932. A daughter of the late Elonza Persinger and Sarah Elizabeth Williams Persinger. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James William Jones, Sr, daughter, Faye Calvert and a...
Robert M. Weakley Sr.
Sep 12, 2021
Robert “Bob” M. Weakley Sr., 79, of Gainesville, GA, passed away Sunday September 12, 2021. Bob was born on March 10, 1942, in Winchester, VA, to the late Pelham and Ethel White Weakley.Bob was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Gainesville, served in the United States Marines and was an avid woodworking craftsman, loved his pet dog...
William Peter Mccusker
Sep 11, 2021
William Peter “Bill” McCusker, 74, of Chepachet, Rhode Island, died Saturday, September 11, 2021. He was the husband of Susan A. Casper McCusker for 51 years.Born on March 21, 1947, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, he was a son of the late William H. and the late Dorothy Pickett McCusker. In his younger days he tried rodeo, calf roping and bronco...
Vincent Otto Ostermeier
Sep 10, 2021
Vincent Otto Ostermeier, 79, passed away at home on September 10, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 20, 1941, in New York City, the son of Sebastion Otto and Gertrude (Abrahamson) Ostermeier.After attending Martin Van Buren High School in Queens, Vinnie served with the U.S. Army. He married his best friend and high school sweetheart, Marjorie...
Irene Elizabeth Sanborn
Sep 10, 2021
Irene Elizabeth Sanborn, 78, of Madison Heights, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021. She was the wife of the late Warren Kenneth Sanborn, Sr.Irene was born in Merrick, New York on December 2, 1942, a daughter of the late Charles Stephen Balazs and Hazel Davis Balazs. In addition to her husband and parents she was preceded in death by two...
Nadine Clair Mcfaden Lang
Sep 10, 2021
Nadine Clair McFaden Lang, 87, of Madison Heights, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 10, 2021, surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Paul Truett Lang Sr. and was preceded in death by her sister Gloria M. Armontrout and her brother Charles Ashby McFaden, Jr.Born on June 9, 1934, in Lynchburg, she was a daughter of...
Frances Gaye Roberts Jones
Sep 9, 2021
Frances Gaye Roberts Jones, 90, of Rustburg, passed away Thursday, September 09, 2021. She was the wife of Henry Malcolm Jones.Born Sunday, March 22, 1931 in Grayson County, VA, Frances was a daughter of the late W. Howard Roberts and the late Carrie Halsey Roberts.In addition to her husband, Frances is survived by two daughters, Karen Sellers Moyers, and her...
Arlene Daniel Bailey
Sep 9, 2021
Arlene Daniel Bailey, 91, was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. She passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021.She was born to Ollie Mae and John Daniel on March 26, 1930. She married her high school sweetheart, Calvin W. Bailey on December 26, 1949. They were married 64 years before his passing in 2012.She is survived by her...
Lamont Cordell Hughes
Sep 9, 2021
LaMont Cordell Hughes departed his earthly home on Thursday, September 9, 2021.He was born on February 17, 1978, to Larry Carnell Hughes Sr. and the late Cherry Billups Hughes who often said he favored in spirit and stature. LaMont was a devoted son, brother, and friend, but his most cherished relationship was that of being a father. His daughter, Anisa,...
Wallace Grey Keesee
Sep 9, 2021
Wallace Grey Keesee, 85, peacefully left this world for the next on Thursday, September 9, 2021, in the Campbell County farmhouse where he was born on September 22, 1935. He was the only son of the late Charlie Wilbur and Catherine Wheeler Keesee.Wally graduated from Rustburg High and attended Virginia Tech (VPI) where he was a member of the ROTC...
Gayle Frances Krchmar Carderelli
Sep 9, 2021
Gayle Frances Krchmar Carderelli, 73, of Lynchburg went to be with her Lord on Thursday, September 9th, 2021. She was the wife of Joseph Timothy Carderelli.Gayle was born on August 28th, 1948. in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Joseph Francis Krchmar and Elizabeth Palmer Krchmar. Gayle was retired as a customer service representative with J. Crew and attended...
Penny Marie Crawley
Sep 9, 2021
Penny Marie Crawley, 59, of Lynchburg, went home to be with the Lord, on Thursday, September 9, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Reid Crawley and Lorraine Dorr.Penny was a banker with First Bank & Trust who loved her customers and always remembered them by name. She was a dedicated lifetime member of Thomas Road Baptist Church.Penny will...
Carol Lynn Blumenfeld
Sep 8, 2021
Carol Lynn Blumenfeld, 75, of Bedford, VA passed away on September 8, 2021. Born on June 29, 1946, in Baltimore, MD. She was the daughter of the late Richard and Violet Mckamey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Siegmund Blumenfeld and one son, Gregory Blumenfeld.Carol enjoyed camping, crafting, gardening, and crocheting. She loved...
Judith H. Pouyan
Sep 8, 2021
Judith H. Pouyan, 75, went to be with her lord and savior, on Wednesday September 8, 2021, after a short battle with cancer. She was born March 18, 1946, to Mary Ann Hamlett and the late Garland Hamlett. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Morris Hamlett.She leaves to cherish her memory her children: Carlton Brooks and his...
Betty Bailey Staton Hanks
Sep 7, 2021
Betty Bailey Staton Hanks, 87, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at Woodland, Inc, Farmville, Virginia, where she was a resident for two years. She was born January 15, 1934, in Campbell County, Virginia, daughter of the late William Ralph Bailey, Sr. and Bessie Reeves Bailey.She received an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts at Bluefield College and a Bachelor...
Carrington Edward Gowen Jr.
Sep 6, 2021
Carrington E. Gowen, better known to his friends as Jr, peacefully departed this life on Monday, September 6, 2021 with his baby girl by his side.He was a Roofer by trade for over 35 years and owned Gowen Roofing. He also drove part time for Allied Cab and enjoyed the night life for nearly 20 years.No matter where he was...
Lawrence Dewitt "Larry" Williams
Sep 6, 2021
Lawrence Dewitt “Larry” Williams, Jr., 82 of Lynchburg, was called home to be with the Lord on September 6, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was born in Giles County, Virginia, on December 29, 1938, to the late Helen and Dewitt Williams. He was preceded in death by his sisters; Beulah Bostic, Evelyn Knibb, and Lois Cumbie.Larry worked at Quality...
Virginia Mary Maybeck Mcnamara
Sep 5, 2021
Virginia Mary Maybeck McNamara, 85, of New Castle, passed away on Sunday, September 5, 2021, at her residence. She was born on Brooklyn, NY, on March 20, 1936, to the late Frank W. Maybeck and Mary Elizabeth Fitzpatrick Maybeck.Mary worked as a real-estate agent for many years in New York before retiring to New Castle to live with her daughters....
Samson Cole Brown
Sep 4, 2021
Samson Cole Brown, beloved son of Cole and Elizabeth Brown. Born in Lynchburg, Va., on August 25, 2021, he passed away on September 4, 2021.Baby Samson is survived by his maternal grandparents, Ryan and Veronica McNamara; his paternal grandparents, Donna and Scott Hamilton; his aunt Alexa McNamara; and his uncles Derek Hamilton and Wade McNamara. Samson is also survived by...
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