Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Edith (Marion) Shoffner Vernon
Jul 17, 2025
Edith (Marion) Shoffner Vernon, 88, of Lynchburg, VA, died on July 17, 2025. She was born in Norristown, PA, on August 9, 1936, to Francis Lewis and Marion Boyd Shoffner. “Edie” grew up in Buena Vista, VA, graduating from Parry McClure High School in 1953. That year she caught the eye of Joseph Henry Johnson “John” Vernon of Lexington, VA,...
Melinda Carine Anderson
Jul 17, 2025
Melinda Carine Anderson, affectionately known as “Lucy” was born on December 25, 1978, in Bedford, Virginia, and passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 46 years old.
Melinda was a devoted mother, a passionate caregiver, and a woman of extraordinary strength, compassion, and resilience. From the age of 16, she dedicated herself to serving...
Kenneth Joseph Johnson
Jul 16, 2025
Kenneth Joseph Johnson passed away unexpectedly on July 16, 2025. Ken was born in a naval hospital in Charleston, SC, on January 12, 1973. He leaves behind his beloved daughter, Kara Leeann Johnson, whom he loved with all his heart.
Ken was a devoted father and brother who found great joy in watching Kara grow through her involvement in sports, especially...
Dorothy Johanna Shaner
Jul 16, 2025
Dorothy Johanna Shaner, age 99, was called home by her heavenly Father on July 16, 2025 and is resting in the arms of Jesus. She is now reunited with her beloved husband of 61 years, Thornhill (Joe), her son Roger, her daughter Rebecca, her grandson, Justin, and many other family members.
She is survived by her daughters, Christinia Wilson (Randall) and...
Linda Jane Ferguson Carter
Jul 16, 2025
On July 16, 2025, God saw fit to call another Angel on home; Linda Ferguson Carter. She was born September 22, 1949 to the late Earland Etta Ferguson.
Linda was preceded in death by her husband Herman Carter, sister Genetta Phillips, brothers Earl Ferguson, Jr. and Danny Ferguson, Sr., and step-daughter Ju-Anita Turner, Earl and Etta Ferguson. .
Linda found Christ at...
Virginia Belle Feehan
Jul 15, 2025
Virginia Belle Feehan , 93, of Bedford, VA, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Rebecca Shannon Denton
Jul 15, 2025
Rebecca Shannon Denton, 52, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on July 15, 2025. She was the daughter of the late James Denton and Sandra Denton, and the wife of James Ollie, though separated they remained good friends and spoke often. Shannon was born on January 10, 1973, in Lynchburg, Virginia.
She graduated from Rustburg High School, where she participated in school...
Sterling Lewis Thomas
Jul 14, 2025
Sterling Thomas, 78, of Rustburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025. Born in Lynchburg, Virginia on April 10, 1947, Sterling was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Betty Thomas.
Sterling is survived by his sons, Chris Thomas (Pam) and Mike Thomas (Brittany); his cherished grandsons, Benjamin Thomas and Bentley...
Sherry Lynn Robinson
Jul 13, 2025
Sherry Lynn Robinson came into this world on July 13, 1971. She was welcomed by her parents, the late Janet Robinson (nee Castle) and the late Russell Robinson, as well as her four siblings; Chris Studebaker (nee Robinson), Tim Robinson, Missy Church (nee Robinson) and Russell Robinson II.
Sherry had a rewarding career as the manager of a local convenience store...
Christopher Scott Rowland
Jul 12, 2025
Christopher Scott Rowland, 58, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on the 12th of July, 2025. He was the son of the late Carl C. Rowland and Patricia L. Rowland.
Christopher was born on October 13, 1967, in Milton, Florida. He attended Milton High School, and then pursued a higher education at Pensacola State College and the University of South Alabama where...
William Charles Graham
Jul 12, 2025
William Charles Graham, 75, of Bedford passed away on July 12, 2025, at his residence. He was born on February 4, 1950, in Bedford to the late John Everett Graham and Mary Vernelle Merritt Graham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James Everett “Jimmy” Graham.
Billy graduated from Liberty High School. He was a...
Donald George Fischer
Jul 11, 2025
Donald G. Fischer, 101, of Goode,Virginia, passed away on July 11th, 2025. He was the son of Tadore & Viola Fischer of Garden City, New York. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 66 years, Delores, and his grandson Keaton.
He is survived by his two sons, Ted and wife Shelly of Altavista, Va, and Gene of Goode,...
Grace Ann Wert
Jul 11, 2025
Grace Ann Wert, age 4 months, passed away on July 11, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She received total healing from Jesus as she passed peacefully at the UVA hospital in the arms of her parents.
Grace was born on March 7, 2025. Her first name was chosen as a testimony to God’s amazing grace in the lives of...
Sharon L. English
Jul 10, 2025
Sharon L. English, 76, of Lynchburg, Virginia peacefully passed away on July 10, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Sharon was born on October 31, 1948, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Sharon was a nurturing wife and mother. She was passionate about her hobbies, which included gardening, animals (both her pets and in nature), traveling, cooking, and music.
Sharon was the daughter of the...
Erskine Wood Proffitt
Jul 10, 2025
Erskine Wood Proffitt, age 93, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on November 18, 1931, Erskine lived a long and meaningful life marked by quiet strength, enduring compassion, and unwavering integrity.
After finishing school, Erskine decided to join the Naval Reserve. He served for four years.
In 1973, Erskine and Charlie Hurt co-founded the company Hurt &...
Louis George Maloney
Jul 8, 2025
Louis George Maloney, 94, of Thaxton, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family.
Andrew John Boles, Jr.
Jul 8, 2025
Drew Boles passed away on July 8, 2025, after a long and courageous fight against Stage 4 lung cancer. Drew was known for his generosity and helping those less fortunate than himself. He was a loyal husband, friend and grandparent to his two grandchildren, Brian and Katie McCarthy. He was very proud of his Irish heritage and was intimately involved...
Betty Jane Johnsen Fralich
Jul 7, 2025
Betty Jane Johnsen Fralich, 88, of Bradford, Pennsylvania passed into the arms of Jesus on July 7, 2025, at the home of her daughter surrounded by loved ones. She was the wife of Charles “Chuck” Lawson Fralich for over 33 years.
Born on April 25, 1937, in Staten Island, NY, Betty was the eldest daughter of the late Arnold Russel Johnsen...
Danita Cabell
Jul 6, 2025
Danita Eyvette Cabell, 58 of Amherst, VA departed this life July 6th, 2025.
Born February 17th, 1967 to the late Floyd William Cabell, Sr. She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents Bernard and Mary Chilton; paternal grandparents William and Mattie Cabell; five uncles Wilson Jones, Bernard Chilton, Jr., Cleon Chilton, Raymond Cabell, and Allen Cabell; one aunt Clarese Chilton.
She is...
Homer David Branch
Jul 6, 2025
Homer David Branch, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on April 17, 1950, he led a life marked by hard work, and a profound love for the outdoors. He was married to his late wife, Ellen Ross Branch for 52 years.
David dedicated many years to...
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