Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Marvin Wilson Lawhorn
Feb 3, 2025
Marvin W. Lawhorn, long-time resident of Smith Mountain Lake, passed away on February 3, 2025. He was born on December 10, 1931, in Bore Auger, Bedford County, a son of the late Clyde and Mary Lawhorn. In addition to his parents, Marvin was preceded in death by a son, Michael W. Lawhorn, a daughter, Rose Marie Lawhorn Keys, his first...
Nicole Anne Argentino
Feb 3, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nicole Anne Argentino, who left us far too soon on February 3, 2025.
Nicole was born on March 10, 1980, to James and Rosalyn Argentino. As the youngest and only daughter, she held a special place in the hearts of her family, especially her brothers, JJ and Corey.
Nicole is survived...
Kimberly Rose Stecker
Feb 3, 2025
Kimberly Rose Stecker, 59, of Madison Heights, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, February 3rd, 2025.
Born on Tuesday, January 25, 1966, in Berlin, New Jersey, Kim was the daughter of the late Richard and Roseanne Stecker of Amherst.
In addition to her parents, Kim was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Robert and Rose Stecker...
Donald Ray Revely
Feb 3, 2025
Donald Revely, of Madison Heights, VA, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025.
Per family request, all services will be private.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Madison Heights, is assisting the family.
E. LaVerne Stevens Garren
Feb 2, 2025
On February 2, 2025 E. LaVerne Stevens Garren passed away of natural causes in the company of family. “LaVerne”, as she was known, was 103 years and 6 months old. She retained her sense of humor, curiosity and independent spirit while never failing to thank anyone who showed her kindness and always greeting strangers with a smile.
LaVerne was born into...
Wiley Leroy Goetz
Feb 2, 2025
Wiley Leroy Goetz (Roy) passed away on February 2, 2025, at the age of 92. He was the only child of Helen Dozier Goetz and Leroy James Goetz, born on February 28, 1932, in Norfolk, Virginia. He graduated from Maury High School in Norfolk and attended Virginia Polytechnic Institute (VPI, now Va. Tech).
Roy was proud to have had the opportunity...
Elaine Merritt
Feb 2, 2025
Elaine Smith Merritt passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Bedford Memorial Hospital. Born on September 9, 1931, in Lynchburg, VA, to Roy and Dorothy Parker Smith, she is survived by her daughter Sandra Merritt, brother Clarence (Helen) Smith, and nephews Keith and Kevin McClain. She was predeceased by her parents, sister Doris McClain (Robert), brother Roy Smith (Jean),...
Mildred Bays
Feb 1, 2025
Mildred "Millie" Ring Bays passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025.
Mildred is survived by her children, Debbie D. Zatrepalek (Frank), Sherman "Darrell" Dalton Jr., and Kimberly Evans (Randy); five grandkids, Michele Holland (Tristan), Joey Sax (Kayla), Heather Zatrepalek (Victor), Casey Evans (Brooke), and Charles Elder; great-grandchildren, Dallas, Tristan Jr., Maddie, Ethan, Aiden, and Madison (Jayslyn); her siblings, Jay Taylor (Gail),...
Carol Allyn Padgett
Feb 1, 2025
Carol Allyn Padgett, 65, of Lynchburg passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025.
Carol was born in Bedford County, Virginia on August 23, 1959, a daughter of the late Harry Raymond Dunford and Jacqueline Harvey Dunford. Carol retired from Campbell County Social Services where she worked as a social worker in the Foster Care program. She enjoyed a simple life filled with...
Barbara Mullis Helms
Feb 1, 2025
Barbara Mullis Helms, of Lynchburg, passed away on February 1, 2025. She was born on October 8, 1933, in Monroe, North Carolina, a daughter of the late John Clayton Mullis and Evelyn Elms Mullis. She was the wife of the late John Vann Helms.
A devoted wife, mother, and homemaker, Barbara was known for her unwavering dedication to her family and...
Aubrey Lee Mason
Feb 1, 2025
Aubrey Lee Mason, 74, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home on February 1, 2025. His passing leaves an enormous void in the hearts of family and friends, near and far.
Aubrey was born on May 11, 1950, in Lynchburg, Virginia. He attended school at E.C Glass High School, Ferrum College, and received his Bachelor’s degree from the College of...
Larry Allen Bailey
Jan 31, 2025
Larry Allen Bailey, 77, of Lynchburg, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025. He was the loving husband of Paulette Miles Bailey for over 56 years.
Larry was born on January 16, 1948, in Christiansburg, Virginia, a son of the late Blonnie Bailey and Verna Roberts Daughtery. Larry honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force active duty for 4 years...
Carroll Anderson
Jan 30, 2025
Carroll Anderson , 93, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
George Washington Worley
Jan 30, 2025
George Washinton Worley, 92, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on January 30, 2025. George was the son of the late Samuel Worley and Ruby Worley. He was the husband of Ann Williamson Worley for over 60 years.
George was born on February 22, 1932, in Lynchburg, VA. He attended school at E.C. Glass and pursued employment in the printing industry, first...
Joan Chambers Beale
Jan 30, 2025
Joan Chambers Beale, 90, of Lynchburg, passed away at her home on Thursday, January 30, 2025. She was the loving wife of Everette Beale for over 68 years.
Joan was born on September 6, 1934, in Lynchburg, a daughter of the late Robert L. Chambers and Susie Flint Chambers. Joan was retired from both the Lynchburg Women’s Clinic and Tharp Funeral...
Robert Edward Templeton
Jan 29, 2025
Robert Edward Templeton, AKA Uncle Robert, or Bear, 58, of Lynchburg, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
Robert was born on May 6, 1966, in Richmond, Virginia, a son of the late Lawrence Edward Templeton and Illa Garth Stoufer. Robert was a professional electrician by trade, was an avid NASCAR and UVA Cavaliers fan, and he also enjoyed hunting.
He is survived...
Robert Gene Griese
Jan 29, 2025
Robert (Bob) Gene Griese, 79, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on the night of 29th of January 2025. He was the son of the late Benjamin Edward Griese and Arlene Stalder Griese, and the wife of Rosalee Dorothy Griese for 53 ½ years.
Bob was born on the 27th of September 1945, in Evansville, Indiana. He attended school at Center and...
Barbara T. Liggon
Jan 29, 2025
A visitation for Barbara T. Liggon “Barb T” will be held Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 5:00 until 6:00 pm.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Randall Ray Bosworth
Jan 28, 2025
Randall Ray Bosworth (Bozzy), 67, peacefully went home to the Lord on January 28, 2025, at his home in Pittsville, VA. Born on February 25, 1957, in Greensboro, NC. Randall was a loving and devoted father and grandfather that lived a life dedicated to his family, faith, and many talents. A master mechanic and innovator, Randall spent his career improving...
Aubrey Odell Neas, Jr.
Jan 28, 2025
Aubrey Odell Neas, Jr., passed away of natural causes while doing what he loved, Riding his bike on the Blue Ridge Parkway. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was born on January 6, 1951, in Bedford Va. A son of the late Aubrey Odell Neas, Sr. and Lettie Mae Wood Neas. In addition to his...
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