Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Carson Lee Salmon
Oct 8, 2024
Carson Lee Salmon, 17, of Goode, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. He was born in Lynchburg on October 2, 2007. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Terrell Salmon and maternal grandfather, Donovan F. Owen.
Carson was a special soul who had a heart of gold. He loved his family most of all...
Angie Marie Layman-Peerman
Oct 8, 2024
Angie Marie Layman-Peerman, 49, of Bedford passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at her residence. She was born in Roanoke, VA on January 29, 1975. A daughter of Doris Burch Layman and the late Larry L. Layman.
Angie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She loved cooking, her animals, the outdoors while fishing, especially catfishing. She enjoyed...
Judith Brasfield Johnson
Oct 7, 2024
Judith Brasfield Johnson, a beloved and cherished family member, passed away peacefully at her home in Lynchburg, Virginia, on October 7, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on August 19, 1941, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Judith's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with compassion, dedication, and love.
Education was of utmost importance to Judith, who earned her bachelor's degree in nursing...
David Vincent Eberle
Oct 6, 2024
David V. Eberle, 78, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 6, 2024. A native of Albany, NY, he was the son of the late George Eberle and Janeth Whittemore Eberle. David was a devout Catholic and a United States Navy Veteran. He was the former site manager of Air Products and Chemicals Inc. of Reidsville, NC. He...
Fay Rochelle Wright
Oct 6, 2024
Faye Rochelle Wright, 60, of Lynchburg passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024.
A public visitation will be held at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg location on Monday October 14, 2024 from 6-8P.M. A funeral service will be conducted at Prayer of Faith Temple COGIC on Tuesday October 15, 2024 at 1:00P.M.
Please consider making a donation to help cover funeral expenses by...
Imani Rose Lotts
Oct 5, 2024
Imani Rose Lotts, our little angel, slipped into her heavenly sleep on Saturday, October 5, 2024. She was born on August 22, 2024, to Marquise Tavon Lotts and Desirea Chanelle Wilson.
Although our little angels time here on earth was short, her love will forever be in our hearts. She entered this world with a stubborn triumphant entry just like her...
Koda Jones
Oct 5, 2024
Koda Jones, beloved son of Daja Smith and Drequoin Jones, and baby brother of Da'jon Jones was born sleeping on October 5, 2024.
Koda will live forever in the hearts of his parents and brother as well as his maternal grandparents; Kimberly Smith and Dennis Smith, paternal grandparent, Donna Jones; great grandparents, Beatrice B. Smith, Floyd Smith (Lucille), Dennis E. Smith...
Gail Antoinette Stapert
Oct 5, 2024
Gail Antoinette Stapert, 85, of Goode, Virginia, departed this life peacefully on Saturday, October 5, 2024, with her family by her side. She was the cherished wife of the late Charles Edward Stapert and daughter of the late William and Mildred Schaefer. Gail was also preceded in death by her brother, William Andrew Schaefer.
Gail was born on June 21, 1939,...
Samuel Villalta - Matamoros
Oct 4, 2024
Samuel Villalta - Matamoros passed away on October 4, 2024.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Johnny Nelson Layne
Oct 3, 2024
Johnny Nelson Layne, 88, of Arrington, Virginia, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024 at his home. He was the husband of the late Barbara Allen Layne.
Johnny was born July 28, 1936, in Amherst County, Virginia, a son of the late Emory Woodson Layne and Irene Barbour Layne. Johnny honorably served his country in the United States Navy. He was a...
Larry Leroy Woolfolk
Oct 3, 2024
Larry Leroy Woolfolk was born on August 25, 1951, in Bedford County, Virginia and was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 3, 2024. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Trimiar Woolfolk, and foster parents Archie and Melissa Woolfolk. Larry attended Bedford County schools.
He joined First Baptist Church...
Kenneth Christensen
Oct 3, 2024
Kenneth Christensen went to be with his Heavenly Father on October 3, 2024, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Washington D.C. on February 7, 1928. He met and married the love of his life, Florence Christensen in 1950. He served in the U.S. Air-force as a radar technician on the B25 Mitchell aircraft. After...
Kimberly April Ewers
Oct 3, 2024
Kimberly April Ewers, aged 55, left this world on October 3, 2024, at Lynchburg General Hospital, surrounded by the warmth and love she spread throughout her life. Born on December 11, 1968, in Evansville, Indiana, Kim was not just a person; she was a vibrant spirit, whose life was a testament to compassion and charity.
A proud graduate of E. C....
Patricia O'dell Watts (Penn)
Oct 3, 2024
Patricia O’Dell Watts (Penn) was born to Adelia Mae Ferguson Penn and George Dennis Penn Sr. Patricia was born on May 27, 1953, in Lynchburg, VA. She resided in Madison heights, VA. Patricia retired from The Lynchburg Detention Center around 10 years ago. She had a love of dolphins, music, game shows and a GOOD plate of ribs. Patricia departed...
Michael Anthony King
Oct 2, 2024
Michael Anthony King, 60, of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024.
Michal was born September 17, 1964, in Lexington, Virginia, a son of the late John Thomas King and Edith Alexander King. Michael was a farmer by trade and attended Lawson Chapel United Methodist Church in Fairfield.
He is survived by his two brothers; Rick Alexander of Lexington, and Thomas King...
Gracie A. Smith (Tweedy)
Oct 1, 2024
Gracie A. Smith (Tweedy), a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on October 17, 1951 Gracie was known for her warm smile, generous spirit, and unwavering love for her family and friends.
She embraced life with joy and kindness, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew her.
Gracie...
Elizabeth Dorenda Shepherd
Sep 30, 2024
Elizabeth Dorenda Willis Shepherd, 59, of Goode, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 30, 2024. She was born on April 12, 1965, in Wake County, North Carolina. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her mother, Sue Ellen Thompson Willis and granddaughter, Rachel Shepherd.
Elizabeth worked for Bedford County Public School’s as a bus driver for 15 years before...
Marvin Russell Tucker
Sep 29, 2024
Marvin Russell Tucker, 85, of Bedford passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2024, after a brief illness. He was born in Madrid, KY, on September 7, 1939. A son of the late Raymond Clinton Tucker and Monie Rae Tucker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Michelle Tucker Tinsley, his brother Wallace Tucker,...
William Edward Bettenhausen
Sep 29, 2024
William Edward Bettenhausen, age 17, went home to be with Jesus on September 29th, 2024. William was born in Evanston, Illinois on October 29th, 2006. William is survived by his mother, Jesseka; father, Gregory; sister, Abigail; and brother, Preston. He also has grandparents, aunts, uncles, and many others who love him dearly.
William was a senior at Liberty Christian Academy and...
Elizabeth Gilliland Johnson
Sep 29, 2024
Elizabeth Gilliland Johnson passed away on September 29, 2024. She was born in Campbell County, VA, on September 22, 1931, a daughter of the late James Bates Gilliland and Annie Palmer Gilliland.
Elizabeth was educated in Aspen School. Upon graduation, she met and married Bernard Edwin Johnson, Jr. They married in June of 1951 and shared over five decades together until...
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