Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
James Coleman
Sep 4, 2024
James Coleman, affectionately known as “JC” (82) of Lynchburg, Virginia, entered eternal rest on September 4, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louise & Burnis Coleman Sr. Brothers: Burnis Coleman Jr, Pete Coleman, Elliott Coleman, Hubert Coleman, Lewis Coleman, and Ike Coleman Sr. Sister Bernice Coleman.
JC was born on April 6, 1942, in Waynesboro, Georgia. He attended...
Elissa Figueroa
Sep 3, 2024
Elissa Figueroa, 46, of Amherst, Va., died Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
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Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Madison Heights, is assisting the family
Phillip Hamilton
Sep 2, 2024
Phillip Wayne Hamilton, of Timberlake, passed away on Labor Day, September 2, 2024, at his residence. He was born on October 21, 1939, a son, of the late Charles Wilson Hamilton and Ruth Frazier Hamilton.
Phillip retired from Trailways Bus Company after a lifetime of service. In his free time, he enjoyed going on cruises, traveling to the beach, and fishing....
Sally Ann Knight Counts
Sep 2, 2024
Sally Ann Knight Counts, 97, of Bedford, Virginia died on Monday, September 2, 2024, at Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. She was the daughter of the late Osson Perry and Helen White Knight. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leslie Charles Counts and her son, Charles Andrew Counts; also, by five brothers: C. Perry Knight...
Brinda Gilmore Wright
Sep 2, 2024
Brinda Gilmore Wright 73, of Glen Dale, MD, peacefully transitioned Monday, September 2, 2024, in Lynchburg, VA, surrounded by her children and her new son-in-law Lamont Smallwood.
Brinda was born on May 22, 1951, to the late Janie Roach Gilmore and Odell Gilmore.
Brinda spent her early years growing up in Lynchburg and Bedford schools before marrying the late Riley Wright and...
Marjorie Louise Freese Steinke
Sep 1, 2024
Marjorie Freese Steinke, of Forest VA, transitioned into the arms of her Lord on Sunday, September 1,2024 at the age of 84. She was the wife of the late Richard Raymond Steinke for 58 years.
She was born on November 5,1939 in Brooklyn, NY to the late John Edward and Eleanor Magill Freese. She was raised in Lynchburg VA. Marjorie graduated...
Rawleigh "Walking Tall" Myers
Sep 1, 2024
Rawleigh Taylor Myers “Walking Tall "of Lynchburg VA, tragically passed away on September 1, 2024. Rawleigh was born on July 15, 1956, to the late Rosamond T. and Ruth P Myers.
Rawleigh was preceded in death by his brothers William Bradshaw, Samuel Bradshaw, James Jackson, and a sister Elaine Bradshaw Clark.
Rawleigh was a graduate of Saint Paul's College in Lawrenceville, Virginia....
Janice W. Fowler
Sep 1, 2024
Janice Fowler, of Lynchburg, received her reward in heaven in the early morning on Sunday September 1st, 2024.
A Celebration of life will be held at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel on Saturday September 14th, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. with internment to follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Fowler will lie in repose one hour prior to the service. A public...
Mary Ann Sankovich
2024
Mary Ann Krosse Sankovich, 93, of Lynchburg, VA, died Sunday, September 1, 2024. She was the wife of the late Melvin Francis Sankovich.
Mary was born August 30, 1931, in Painesville, OH, daughter of the late Regis Turner and Marsella Copess Turner.
She is survived by her son Michael E. Sankovich, a daughter-in-law, Katherine Hart Sankovich and two grandchildren, Taylor Anne Sankovich...
Kay Francis Lynch
Aug 31, 2024
Kay Francis Lynch, a beloved figure and cherished member of her community, peacefully ascended to her heavenly home on August 31, 2024, in Lynchburg, Virginia, the very place that cradled her beginnings on January 10, 1940. Renowned for her vibrant spirit, she graced the world with her presence for nearly 84 years, leaving an indelible mark upon all who were...
John R. Herron, Jr.
Aug 31, 2024
Mr. John R. Herron, Jr., 98, passed away peacefully in Forest, Virginia on Saturday, August 31, 2024. John was born the oldest of three children in Marquette, Michigan and served honorably in the Army Air Corps during WWII, spending time in Burma and India. After his discharge, he attended Michigan Technological University to earn his degree in Engineering. He was...
Lajwanda Orjettia Austin
Aug 31, 2024
Lajwanda Orjettia Austin departed her life on August 31, 2024, after a decline in her health. Lajwanda was born December 13, 1968, to Carrol Austin and the late Jurniece Austin Bond.
Lajwanda graduated from Heritage High School. She worked and retired from Central Virginia Training Center. She attended Silver Grove Baptist Church where she served as a member of usher board...
Arthur Brodie Clark (Art)
Aug 30, 2024
Arthur Brodie Clark (Art) passed away Friday, August 30,2024. He was born on July 11, 1935 in Fremont, New Hampshire, a son of the late Leslie and Eva Clark.
He was preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law, Florence and Earl Turner and nephew.
Art is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Maddox Clark, a sister, Marie Clark Nelson, two daughters,...
Lawrence (Jeff) E. Jefferson
Aug 30, 2024
Lawrence (Jeff) E. Jefferson, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 76 on August 30, 2024. Preceded in death by his loving parents, James E. Jefferson and Dorothy S. Jefferson, Jeff leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Born and raised in Lynchburg, VA, Jeff was known for his vibrant personality and...
Vera Louise Peters
Aug 30, 2024
Vera Louise Peters born on Oct. 12, 1939 in Little Hocking, Ohio went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 30, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her daughter Karen Peters Hart and is survived by her loving husband of 67 years Pastor Dave Peters, two daughters Debbie Read (Brian), Ginger Hahn (Rob), two sons David Ray...
Carmon Harris Huckabee, Sr.
2024
Carmon Harris Huckabee Sr. went to be with God in glory on August 29, 2024 surrounded by family and friends. He was born in 1937 in Durham NC to Almeda & John Stamey Huckabee. Carmon served in the US Navy in 1957 & 1958 on the USS Tarawa. He graduated from Duke University with a degree in Geology, from NC...
Jack Major Joseph Moore
Aug 29, 2024
Jack Major Joseph Moore age 87 died Thursday August 29th 2024 in Lynchburg, Va. Born in Lynchburg Jack was the son of the late Walter Hutson Moore and Frances Adkins Moore. An Army veteran, who later retired from Aerofin.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, brother: Walter Hutson Moore, Jr. and his former sister-in-law Ernestine S. Moore.
Surviving are three...
Nancy Driskill Johnson
Aug 28, 2024
It is with great sorrow that I announce the passing of my mother, Nancy Carroll Driskill Johnson on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. She was 92 years old.
Mama was a very special person who loved her family, never met a stranger, helped anyone she could and was a good friend to all who knew her!
Born in Lynchburg, Virginia on November 27,...
Wilma Jean Gregory Wright
Aug 28, 2024
Wilma Jean Gregory Wright, 83, of Lynchburg VA went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
Born in Lynchburg VA, she was the daughter of the late Alton C. Gregory, Sr. and the late Ruby Wilmer Gregory.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred L. Wight, Sr.; their three sons, Alfred L., Greg, and Gary; and her brother,...
Delores Rosemary Goodnight
Aug 28, 2024
Delores Rosemary Goodnight , 81, of Halifax, VA, died Wednesday, August 28, 2024.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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