Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Eric David Kjeseth
Jan 14, 2025
Eric David “Jherico” Kjeseth (March 21, 1973 to January 14, 2025)
Eric David Kjeseth was born on March 21, 1973, in Chicago, Illinois and, a month later, became the fifth child of Peter Lars Kjeseth and Solveig Mertrice Mason Kjeseth in Denver, Colorado. He became a big brother to Peder Leif in 1976. He grew up mostly in Dubuque, Iowa and...
Clara Varner Henderson
Jan 13, 2025
Clara Varner Henderson of Lynchburg, VA, 101 years old, passed away on January 13, 2025.
Clara was born to J. Earl Varner and Nora Tucker Varner in Denton, NC on March 24, 1923, where she was the youngest of seven children. Clara was the sole survivor. She was married to Clayton M. Henderson for 66 years until his death in 2010.
Surviving...
Marvin “Milan” Manning
Jan 13, 2025
Marvin “Milan” Manning age 77 of Lynchburg Virginia and formerly of Roanoke, Virginia went to be with the Lord on Monday January 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Marvin and Elsie Manning, Daughter Tracy Garrett, Son in law Lee Doss, Brothers Larry and Brian Manning.
Surviving are his wife of 58 years Glenna Manning, Daughter Michelle Thomas(Mack), Daughter...
Cheryl Middlesworth Griffin
Jan 13, 2025
Cheryl Middlesworth Griffin, 78, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on January 13, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Malbert and Jo Jean Middlesworth. She went by Cheri or Middles to many of her loved ones.
Cheryl was born on October 2nd, 1946, in Elgin, Illinois. She attended school at Cal Poly in Pomona, California, then pursued her career in...
Marianne Metz Theisinger
Jan 13, 2025
Marianne Metz Theisinger, 90, of Lynchburg died on January 13, 2025.
Marianne was born on November 29, 1934, a daughter of the late Fred Felix Metz and Wilhelmina Richter Metz.
Marianne was the devoted wife of the late Edward Otto Theisinger and was retired from her career as a registered nurse.
A graveside service celebrating Marianne’s life will be held at North Bedford...
Doris Ann Cupp
Jan 12, 2025
Doris Ann Cupp, age 73, passed away in her home Sunday, January 12, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents Herman Cupp and Mary Ann Barbour, her siblings David, Viola, Mary and Gloria Cupp. She is survived by a son, Roger Evans and wife, Jan; and daughter, Gina Dudley and husband, Tee; grandchildren, Paige, Alex, Hailey, Halana, Haiden; great...
Albert Frederick Southworth, Jr.
Jan 12, 2025
Albert Frederick Southworth Jr., of Madison Heights, VA passed peacefully on to the next life on January 12th, 2025 with his wife and daughter by his side. He was known to everyone as “Fred” or “Freddy”, born December 14th,1949 in Bronxville, NY to the late Albert F. Southworth and Jane Kelley Southworth. His family relocated to Cortland, NY in the...
Dr. William L. Focht
Jan 11, 2025
Dr. William L. Focht of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away at 82 years old on January 11, 2025, after a long illness. He was born in New York and was the only child of the late Georgina and Nevil Focht.
Bill worked at Grumman Aircraft Manufacturing on Long Island, New York during the summer and was awarded a scholarship to Princeton University...
Susan Kay Bern
Jan 10, 2025
Susan Kay Bern, 83, of Jacksonville, FL, went to be with her Lord on January 10, 2025. Susie, as she was affectionately known, was married to Roger Bern for 44 years until he went to be with his Lord in 2007. Susie was born October 12, 1941, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of the late Roy and Mary Duncan.
Her...
Barbara Jean Rojas
Jan 10, 2025
Barbara Jean Rojas, 75, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully at her home Friday, January 10, 2025. She was the loving wife of Frank Jose Rojas and mom to “Cooper”, their beloved Plott Hound.
Barbara was born in Glen Gardner, New Jersey on October 25, 1949, the daughter of the late George Maxwell and Jean Cronce Maxwell. She retired as a professional...
Kharrelle Nyiem Allen
Jan 10, 2025
Kharrelle Nyiem Allen, of Lynchburg, passed away Friday January 10, 2025 at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital.
A funeral celebration will be held at 3:00P.M. on Sunday January 19, 2025 at Cornerstone Community Church, 525 Old Graves Mill Rd, Lynchburg, Virginia 24502. He will lie in repose one hour prior to service for public viewing.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be...
Nancy Ann Wilson
Jan 10, 2025
Nancy Ann Wilson, 84, of Evington, VA, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, peacefully at her home. Nancy was the wife of Luther Wilson, she was the loving mother of John Wilson, Wendy Jordan, Delores Wilson and Paul Fitzgerald. Nancy leaves behind three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Nancy loved God and was a great follower. She will be greatly...
Jenny Lynne Knight
Jan 9, 2025
Jenny “Lynne” Knight, 75, of Vinton, VA, passed away on January 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born Jenny Lynne Kingery in Roanoke, VA, Lynne lived a vibrant and fulfilling life. Known for her gregarious personality, she grew up on a farm, overcoming the challenges of a humble upbringing. At a young age, she left high school...
Audrey Louise DeKorte
Jan 9, 2025
Audrey Lousie Gibb DeKorte, 99, of Bedford passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Bedford County Nursing Home. She was born in Passaic, NJ on January 5, 1926. A daughter of the late David Gibb and Frieda Wehrkamp Gibb. In addition to her parents Audrey was preceded in death by her loving husband of 74 years, Elbert Cornelius DeKorte...
Brian Christopher Morgan
Jan 7, 2025
Brian Christopher Morgan, 56, of Lynchburg, went to be with his savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. He was the loving husband of Christy-Lynn Davidson Morgan.
Brian was born in Riverside, California, on March 4, 1968, a son of Orville Morgan of Florida and Dianne Meads of California. Brian was an avid guitar player, loved his cats, collecting guns,...
Carol Ann Quibell
Jan 7, 2025
Carol Quibell was a true rock star. Her life’s mission was to bring joy to everyone she encountered. If you visited her at Smith Mountain Lake and mentioned your love for shrimp cocktail, she’d have an entire platter waiting for you—every single time. Carol’s energy was boundless. She talked faster, walked quicker, and never stopped cooking, cleaning, or entertaining until...
William "Bill" Owen Thomas, Jr.
Jan 6, 2025
William "Bill" Owen Thomas, Jr., of Davis Creek, Nelson County, Va., just ten days before his 88th birthday, on January 6,2025 slipped away peacefully with his wife by his side. After spending his final week at his Stepson's, Rob Whitley and wife Sharon's, with his wife, Peggy in Forest, Bill's struggles ceased.
Bill was predeceased by his parents, William Owen and...
William David Fitzgerald
Jan 6, 2025
William David Fitzgerald, 75, of Madison Heights, passed away on January 6, 2025, in the hospital. Born on June 16, 1949, he was the son of the late Herby W. Fitzgerald, Sr., and Phoebe H. Fitzgerald.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, and his late wife, Frances Fitzgerald.
He is survived by his fiancée, Barbara Orange (and family);...
Cheryl Ann Kazaitis
Jan 5, 2025
Cheryl Ann Kazaitis, 80, of Mokena, Illinois passed away on January 5, 2025, in Appomattox, Virginia. She was the daughter of Bernard and Virginia Reid, and the wife of John for 61 years.
Cheryl was born on June 6, 1944, in Kankakee, Illinois. She is survived by her children Kelly Gaba, Kris Vitiello (Dan), Kimberly Parmele (Rich); grandchildren Ryan (Kerry), Daniel...
Wilmer Benford (W.B.) Nolen
Jan 5, 2025
Wilmer Benford (W.B.) Nolen, Sr., 86, of Forest, VA, passed from this life to eternal life on January 5, 2025, after nearly a year long stay at Heritage Green Memory Care. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary Blackwell Nolen. Born June 27, 1938, in Bassett, VA, he was the only child of the late Arthur Benford...
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