Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home

Jan 28, 2025

On January 28, 2025, our beautiful Mother and Granny Virginia Lee Emory nee Bull went to heaven. 

She is survived by her daughters; Linda L Smith (Freddie), Kimberly L Amparan (Edmundo), and Tammy Myers. She is also survived by grandchildren; Jennifer Heller, Kathrine Heller, Joshua Amparan, Crystal Amparan, Destiny Townsend, Samantha Townsend. Great grandchildren; Alisha Sipe Tuttle, David Sipe, Lance Minervo,...

Jan 28, 2025

Alonza (Lonnie) Philpott, 91, passed away on January 28, 2025. He was born on March 8, 1933 in Roanoke, VA. He is the son of the late John P. Philpott and Elsie May Oliver Philpott. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Patricia; their infant twins, Jeffrey Wayne and Jennifer Ann...

Jan 27, 2025

Sheryl Edwards Elmore, 66, of Henrico, departed this life January 27, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Ardenella Edwards. She leaves to cherish her memory and love, her brother, Stephen Edwards (Shelia Hughes); nephews, Kyle Lamont Edwards and Ryan Parrish; great- nephews, Kyler and Kelan Edwards, Ryan, Jr., Kelsey Clark and JaCon Parrish; niece, Shani Clark...

Jan 27, 2025

George Michael Herzberg, beloved Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother, and Friend, lost his battle with Alzheimer’s Dementia at the age of 86, on Monday, January 27, 2025, at his home in Lynchburg Virginia, where he and his daughter Cheri resided for the last year of his life. 

George was the son of the late Ralph and Angie Herzberg (Michalski). George was born...

Jan 27, 2025

Donald Arthur Garlock went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 27, 2025. He was born in Montclair, NJ on January 16, 1934.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Mary Lou Garlock; son Don Garlock, Jr., and daughter-in-law, Randi Garlock; parents Edward and Alice May Garlock; siblings Edward, Eunice, Robert, Frank, Elmer,...

Jan 27, 2025

Christopher Eugene Hutcherson was born on January 9, 1963, in Lynchburg, Virginia, and left this world far too soon on January 27, 2025, at his residence. He will be profoundly missed by those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Christopher, known affectionately to friends and family as Chris, lived a life marked by his dedication and love. His personality was...

Jan 26, 2025

Carl Eugene Saunders, 87, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on January 26, 2025. He was the son of the late William Henry and Thelma Goad Saunders.

Carl was born on July 19,1937, in Lynchburg, Virginia. He was raised in the village of Reusens. After graduating from E.C. Glass High School, he pursued his lifelong career as a partner and business owner...

Jan 26, 2025

Mary Carter Davis, 86, of 1014 Knight Street, Lynchburg, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, January 26, 2025.

Born on November 26, 1938, she was the beloved daughter of the late Charles Carter and the late Emily Blair Carter.

Mary is survived by one sister; Ellen Carter, 3 grandchildren; Lettissia Williams, Jessica Horsley (Carl), and Ellamont Garland (Zita); 8 great-grandkids. Tacora Horsley,...

Jan 26, 2025

Marshall Deon Tweedy, of Madison Heights, suddenly departed this life on January 26, 2025, at his residence. He was born to the late Angie Morris (Lucky). He was raised by James Luther Jones and Irma Jones along with the help of his sisters Cora Jones and Jewel Garland.

 In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers...

Jan 26, 2025

Jan 24, 2025

Robert “Bobby” Lee Parker, 83, of Gladys, VA, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, January 24, 2025. Born February 7, 1941, in Hampton, Va, he was a son of James C. Parker Sr. and Mannie Woody Moyers. He was twice married, first to Phyllis P. Burchette and later to Judy C. Parker for...

Jan 24, 2025

Larry Hill Knight, age 76, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025. He was born on August 2, 1948, in Lynchburg, Va. He was the son of Kemper Knight and Kathleen Gaddy Knight, who preceded him in death.

Larry enjoyed a fulfilling career with Central Fidelity Bank until his retirement. He was an avid sports enthusiast, especially enjoying golf and football....

Jan 24, 2025

James Perkins Faulconer, belovedly known as "Jimbo" to family and friends, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 24, 2025, surrounded by his family. He bravely faced a short but aggressive battle with cancer. Born in Lynchburg, Virginia, on September 27, 1963, Jimbo was the cherished son of Jack Sterling Faulconer, M.D., and Aurelia Jewell Faulconer, both of whom...

Jan 23, 2025

Wayne Robert Smith, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, at his residence in Rustburg, Virginia. Born on June 11, 1944, in Gladys, Virginia, Wayne lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a remarkable passion for learning.

Wayne was a dedicated technician in the communications field, where his sharp intellect and ability to...

Jan 22, 2025

Kh'layla Lynn Nedeau, a sweet angel whose short yet precious life touched the hearts of many, was born on January 22, 2025, in Lynchburg, Virginia. The world welcomed her with open arms, only to see her return to the divine heavens after her arrival at Virginia Baptist Hospital.

Though her time among us was fleeting, Kh'layla's spirit shone brightly, embodying love,...

Jan 22, 2025

Mary Anne Hamlett, 98, of Lynchburg Virginia passed away January 22, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Lewis Edward Hylton and Mary Howell Hylton. She was the wife of the late Garland Moon Hamlett.

Mary was born December 31, 1926, in Floyd, Virginia. She was a long-time employee of General Electric and a member of Heritage Baptist Church.

Mary is...

Jan 22, 2025

Olanda Lorenzo Horsley, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on January 22nd, 2025.

Olanda Lorenzo Horsley was born on April 20th, 1959, in Lynchburg, Virginia to the late Walter Nelson Horsley and Jaris V. Horsley. 

In addition to Olanda Lorenzo Horsley parents, he leaves behind a devoted wife of 41 years, Belveny Horsley.

Olanda Lorenzo Horsley is survived by his children: Sheena Horsley (Lynchburg),...

Jan 22, 2025

Brook Douglas Hawkins, 53, of Forest, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at his residence. He was born on November 27, 1971, to E. Douglas Hawkins and Bonnie Peck Hawkins.

Brook was trained to be a master appliance technician by his mentor and late father Douglas Hawkins. Brook serviced appliances for Ed Hawkins, Inc. until the business was sold in...

Jan 22, 2025

Tijuana Lambert, 59 of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on January 22, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Earl Lambert, SR and Mary Lambert, and the partner of Charles Holliday for 27 years. 

Tijuana Lambert was born on September 3, 1965, in Lynchburg, VA. She attended Lynchburg Public Schools then pursued her career in the nursing field as an certified...

Jan 21, 2025

Dennis Carl Russler, a devoted husband, father, and a proud Navy veteran, passed away on January 21, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Dennis proudly served in the United States Navy as an officer aboard the USS Trout. Following his military service, he dedicated 50 years of his professional life to BWXT, where his hard work and commitment left...