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Calvin Henry Taylor

Calvin Henry Taylor

Nov 8, 2024

Calvin Henry Taylor , 87, of Lynchburg, VA, died Friday, November 8, 2024.

There will be a Service at The Old City Cemetery Scattering Garden on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 10 A.M.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. 

Martin "Buck" Davis

Martin "Buck" Davis

Nov 8, 2024

Martin Antione Davis ,63, of Lynchburg, VA passed away on November 8th , Martin was born May 17th, 1961, in Lynchburg, VA, the son of Dorothy Lovelace and was raised by his grandparents Ida and Phil Davis.

Martin graduated from Heritage High School in 1979. Martin was a great father who loved his children, a wonderful uncle and a loving soul...

Sharon Anette Wilson

Sharon Anette Wilson

Nov 8, 2024

Sharon “Nene” Wilson, 62, passed away on November 8, 2024. Born on December 28, 1962, in Lynchburg, VA, she was the beloved daughter of the late James Richard and Shirley Wilson. Sharon was preceded in death by her sister, Tammy Wilson Word.

Sharon dedicated 31 years of her life to Wendy’s fast food restaurant, where she served as an Assistant Manager....

Teresa Harmon

Teresa Harmon

Nov 7, 2024

Teresa Sue Harmon, 62, of Madison Heights Virginia passed away on November 7, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Graham Clifton Harmon and Marvel Elizabeth Pollard.

Teresa was born on January 6, 1962, in Richmond, Virginia. She attended school in Tarboro, North Carolina where she grew up with her family. After graduating she returned to Richmond, Virginia at the...

James "Trey" Russell Jones, III

James "Trey" Russell Jones, III

Nov 6, 2024

It is with broken hearts that we announced the passing of our beloved son, brother, grandson, cousin, nephew, and friend who left this world on November 6, 2024, at the age of 25.

Full of life, laughter, and love Trey lit up every room he entered and left an unforgettable mark on everyone he met. He was truly the life of...

Deacon James Orris Bryant, Sr.

Deacon James Orris Bryant, Sr.

Nov 6, 2024

James Orris Bryant, Sr., 86, of Forest, Virginia, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Born on June 2, 1938, in Goode, Virginia, James was the beloved son of the late Joseph Bryant, Sr., and Lillie Staples Bryant.

James was a fierce protector and provider for the love of his life for 63 years,...

Wanda Stewart

Wanda Stewart

Nov 5, 2024

Wanda Stewart , 70, of Woodbridge, VA, died Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. 

Gloria Jean Fulcher

Gloria Jean Fulcher

Nov 5, 2024

Gloria Jean Fulcher, 81, of Madison Heights, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Liberty Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was the wife of the late John R. Fulcher.

She was born on December 25, 1942, a daughter of the late Lemuel “Earl” and Pearl Mortimer. Gloria retired from the Central Virginia Training Center and was a long-time bus...

Bobby Eugene Matney

Bobby Eugene Matney

Nov 5, 2024

On November 5, 2024 the Lord called Bobby Eugene Matney home.

He was born in Berwind West Virginia on March 22, 1940 to the late Jessie Lee Matney and Arminda Church Matney.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Heide Marie Matney; daughters Dorothy Matney Spinks (Hugh) of Waynesboro, Virginia, Diane Matney Dunning (Doug) of Lynchburg, Virginia, and Nanette Matney...

David Henry Shearer

David Henry Shearer

Nov 5, 2024

David Henry Shearer, 80, of Stuarts Draft, Virginia, passed away on November 5, 2024. Born on November 10, 1943, in Hanover, Pennsylvania, David led a life rich in love, commitment, and a passion for the great outdoors.

A dedicated civil engineer by profession, David earned his degree from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He accomplished impeccable work, particularly with bridges, which...

Sylvia Jean Jackson Brafford

Sylvia Jean Jackson Brafford

Nov 4, 2024

Sylvia Jean Jackson Brafford, born on August 15, 1939, in West Virginia, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2024, in Lynchburg. She was a remarkable woman whose life was characterized by her strong faith, deep love for family, and fondness for family gatherings.

Sylvia's passion for life was evident in her many hobbies and interests, including gardening, canning, cooking, and sewing....

Ann Farley Huddleston

Ann Farley Huddleston

Nov 3, 2024

Ann Huddleston, 60, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away peacefully in her home on November 3, 2024. She was born in Big Island on July 12, 1964. She was a homemaker the majority of her life.

Ann is survived by her parents; Tommy and Hilda Farley, brother; Eddie Farley (Barbara), son; Daniel Stinnett, daughter; Jasmine Mason (Matt), fiancé; Gregory Page, and her...

Yevette Wright Antrom

Yevette Wright Antrom

Nov 2, 2024

Yevette Wright Antrom , 61, of Forest, VA, died Saturday, November 2, 2024.

The family will be having a Service at Destiny Fellowship on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11 A.M.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. 

Doris M. Metts

Doris M. Metts

Nov 2, 2024

Doris Metts, 90, of Forest, Va. went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, November 2, 2024. She was born to parents Cleland and Ethel Maddox on June 19, 1934 in Lynchburg, Va.

She was the loving and dedicated wife of her late beloved husband, Jimmie H. Metts for 67 years, and the sister of the late Cleland Maddox Jr....

Charles Laurence Gardner

Charles Laurence Gardner

Nov 2, 2024

Charles Laurence Gardner, 61, of Forest, Virginia passed away on November 2, 2024.

He was the son of the late James Warren Gardner and Barbara Jane Richards and the husband of Lisa Thorpe Gardner for 32 years.

Charles Laurence Gardner was born on June 29, 1963, in Inglewood, California. He attended school at University of Nevada, Las Vegas earning a Bachelor of...

Janet Edith Carr Marlin

Janet Edith Carr Marlin

Nov 1, 2024

Mrs. Janet Edith Carr Marlin, age 93, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on November 1, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Albert Edwin Carr and Edna Meeds Carr, and the wife of the late William Donald Marlin, Jr. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Marlin is predeceased by her four sisters and one brother.

Janet was born...

Maria Louise Underwood

Maria Louise Underwood

Nov 1, 2024

Maria Louise Underwood (Nee Schafer), 59 of Bedford Va, passed away suddenly November 1, 2024. She was born in Philadelphia on February 4, 1965 and grew up in Haddonfield NJ.

Maria had a lifelong love of animals and compassion for those less fortunate. She loved the mountains of Virginia and the shores of New Jersey and North Carolina.

She is survived by...

Linda Eggleston Tyree

Linda Eggleston Tyree

Oct 30, 2024

Linda Eggleston Tyree, born December 6, 1940, to Claude B. Eggleston and Mary P. Hoadley, dreamed of missionary work when she was just 14. Though born and raised within an evangelical Baptist community in Binghamton, New York, she ultimately served the Episcopal Church in Kenya, East Africa, and later Navajoland in Bluff, Utah. 

The desire to do Christian ministry grew out...

Ruby Allen Dooley Key

Ruby Allen Dooley Key

Oct 30, 2024

Ruby Allen Dooley Key, 91, of Bedford went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, while surrounded by her loving family. She was born and raised in Bedford County on September 20, 1933. A daughter of the late Noel Bernice Dooley, Sr. and Beth Hawkins Dooley. In addition to her parents Ruby was preceded in...

Betty Jo Dooley

Betty Jo Dooley

Oct 29, 2024

Betty Jo Sammons Dooley, age 80, of Bedford, Virginia, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2024. Born on November 1, 1943, in Road Fork, Kentucky to the late James Gordon Sammons, Jr. and Lucille Taylor Sammons. 

Betty was known for her strong will and sharp wit. She was an avid card player, who enjoyed games with family and friends. Additionally, she...

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