Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Carolyn Chappell O'Shaughnessy
Nov 21, 2025
Carolyn O’Shaughnessy, 78, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025. She will be remembered for her warmth, her infectious laughter, and the kindness she so naturally extended to everyone around her.
Born to Annie and Jack Chappell, who preceded her in death, Carolyn built a life rich with love and friendship. Over the years she worked many jobs,...
Marion Stump
Nov 21, 2025
Marion Stump, 82, of Lynchburg, VA, affectionately known by many as “Mama Stump,” passed away peacefully on November 21st, at home holding the hand of her beloved partner of 47 years, Phil. She is survived by her three beloved children, Claire, Katie, and David; their partners Charles, Matt, and Lauren; her grandchildren Isabella, Samuel, Silas, Ellie, Dalton, Jackson, and Stanley....
Helen Havana Brown
Nov 20, 2025
Helen Havana Brown, 79, of Lynchburg, VA was born on September 11, 1946, to the late Clifton and Mary Elizabeth Giles. On November 20, 2025, while surrounded by her loved ones at home, Havana transitioned to her eternal home.
On May 23,1964, Havana married Van Thomas Brown Jr. who preceded her in death. Together they had four children: one daughter, Tammy...
Jammie Ann Knight
Nov 19, 2025
Jammie Ann Knight, 50, of Lynchburg, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
Jammie was born October 13, 1975, in St. Augustine, Florida, a daughter of Anthony Knight of St. Augustine, Florida, and the late Sandra McGinnis Conners. Jammie worked as a nail technician for many years and was a member of the Compassion Church of the Nazarene in Lynchburg.
In addition to...
Sabrina Renee Topasna
Nov 19, 2025
Sabrina Renee Topasna, age 55, of Roanoke, VA passed away on November 16th, 2025.
Sabrina was born on April 27th, 1970, in Roanoke, VA. She is preceded in death by her parents Jaime A. Topasna and Jean A. Topasna.
Sabrina is survived by Robert Topasna, Tammy Whitlock, Elijah Topasna of Roanoke, VA and Gregory Topasna and Daniela Topasna of Lexington, VA and...
Lucille Hoback Boggess
Nov 19, 2025
Lucille Hoback Boggess died on Wednesday, November 19th, at the age of 96.
Born to Macie Robertson and John Hoback, she was one of seven remarkable siblings: Bedford, Mabel, Elsie, Raymond, Rachel, Lucille, and Cecil.
After graduating from Bedford High School, and while attending Phillips Business College, two big events happened. First, she married Ralph Boggess (who probably had no idea where...
Ann Louise Turner
Nov 19, 2025
Ann Louise Turner, 79, of Lynchburg Virginia passed away on November 19,2025. She was the daughter of James and Dorothy (Anderson)Turner.
She is survived by her daughter Ericka (Turner)Washington; grandchildren Brianna Brennan and Breah. And her brother Charles (Gregory)Turner, and a host of family and friends.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of Appomattox Health and Rehab...
Albert Jack Spencer
Nov 17, 2025
Albert Jack Spencer, 91, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on November 17, 2025. He was the son of the late James Monroe and Celia Hill Spencer. He was also preceded in death by his half-sister, Jessie Claridge.
He was born on December 14, 1933, in Leon, Florida. He graduated from FAMU in Tallahassee from the College of Arts and Sciences with...
Russell Robinson, II
Nov 16, 2025
Russell Robinson II, of Roanoke, Virginia, was born on August 25, 1969, and went home to be with the Lord on November 16, 2025. A devoted husband, loving father, caring son, loyal brother, and faithful follower of Christ, Russell’s life was marked by generosity, resilience, and a deep love for his family.
Russell was married to the love of his life,...
Richard Parker
Nov 16, 2025
Richard Parker, 77, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Michael “Mike” Simmons Faulconer
Nov 15, 2025
Michael “Mike” Simmons Faulconer, 68, of Monroe, VA, passed away peacefully at Lynchburg General Hospital with his family by his side.
Born March 2, 1957, in Lynchburg, he was the son of Hayes Simmons Faulconer and Madeline Campbell Faulconer, and the grandson of the late Charles and Inez Faulconer. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Larry...
Fred Franklin Collier, Sr.
Nov 15, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Fred Franklin Collier, Sr, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at The Summit after a very brief and courageous battle with cancer.
Born March 29, 1946, in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, he was a father, friend and companion whose gentle personality touched the lives of all he met....
Shirley Virginia Goff
Nov 15, 2025
Shirley Virginia Goff, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at the age of 81. She was the wife of the late Charlie Eugene "Big Pete" Goff.
Born on December 20, 1943, in Bedford, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late James Lewis Goff and the late Ellen Tolley Goff. She dedicated a significant part...
Michael Lee Wynn
Nov 14, 2025
Michael Lee Wynn, 85, of Lynchburg, Virginia formerly of Los Angeles, California, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is serving the family.
Virginia Padgett Creasy "Toodle"
Nov 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Virginia Padgett Creasy "Toodle".
Virginia passed away on November 14, 2025, at the age of 92.
She was born November 14, 1933, to the late Carrol William Padgett and Daisy Tomlin Padgett.
Virginia was the wife of the late Joe Creasy. She was also preceded in death by her brother Lewis Padgett...
Neta Hare Pearson
Nov 14, 2025
Neta Hare Pearson, 92, of Lynchburg, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025. She was the wife of the late Harry Eugene Pearson of Lynchburg.
Neta was born on December 22, 1932, in Talladega, Alabama to the late Marion and Ethel Hare. She was active in her community and church, Chestnut Hill United Methodist Church. Neta retired from Delta Star as an...
Joan Speir Purvis
Nov 13, 2025
Mrs. Joan Speir Purvis, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at Bedford Hospice House in Bedford, Virginia at the age of 92 on November 13, 2025. Joan’s life was marked by an unwavering spirit, a deep love for her faith, and a profound dedication to her family and church community.
Born on May 11, 1933, to Mamie Rahn...
Eunice Fariss Neighbors
Nov 12, 2025
Eunice Fariss Neighbors, 85, of Gladys, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Samuel Fariss and Mabel D. Fariss.
She was born on August 28, 1940, in Gladys, Virginia. She attended school at William Campbell High School and Phillips Business School. She then pursued her career as a high school secretary at Lynchburg...
John Ray Alford, Sr.
Nov 12, 2025
John Ray Alford, Sr., 91, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, surrounded by family with Willie Nelson’s last verse of How Great Thou Art playing in the background.
John earned both his undergraduate and law degrees from Washington and Lee University. As an undergraduate, he played varsity baseball, a life-long passion leading to his involvement with the...
Elena Patrice Dowling
Nov 12, 2025
Elena Patrice Dowling, 88, of Lynchburg, Virginia went to be with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory, Lynchburg is assisting the family.
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