Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
John Emmett Riordan, III
Jul 26, 2025
John Emmett Riordan, III, 71, passed away peacefully with family by his side on July 26, 2025, at Westminster Canterbury in Lynchburg, Virginia. Born on September 8, 1953, at Fort Benning, Georgia, John – affectionately known as “Chip” – lived a life marked by strength, resilience, and deep love for his family and friends.
He was the son of the late...
Lois Marie Owen Sandidge
Jul 26, 2025
Lois Marie Owen Sandidge, formerly of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on July 26, 2025. Lois was born on January 30, 1942, to the late Ward B. Owen, Sr., and Grace Y. Owen. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Bryan E. Owen, Sr.; sister, Evelyn L. Owen; and sister-in-law, Mary Pat Owen.
Lois grew up in Brookneal...
Patricia Jones Woodall
Jul 26, 2025
Patricia Jones Woodall, 72, of Lynchburg, passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Patricia was born on February 1, 1953, a daughter of the late Howard Thomas Jones and Alice Canada Jones. Patricia was retired from the Library Department at Liberty University.
She is survived by her two sons: Jason Woodall and his wife Cynthia of Rockbridge Baths, and Kenneth Woodall and...
Sandra R. Campbell
Jul 26, 2025
Sandra Jane Reichard Campbell, affectionately known as “Sandy,” 75, of Madison Heights, VA, went home to her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 26, 2025. Born on March 21, 1950, she was the daughter of the late John David Reichard and the late Helen Hamilton Reichard, of Madison Heights. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...
Nancy Virginia Crowder
Jul 25, 2025
The world became a little less bright on July 25, 2025, with the passing of Nancy Virginia Crowder who passed away peacefully at the age of 79. She was born on October 14, 1945, in Lynchburg, VA to Lola Virginia and Houston Maie Crowder.
She is survived by her loving brother and sister-in-law, Houston Maie Crowder, Jr. and Linda McLennan Crowder;...
Shirley Hiser
Jul 25, 2025
The Lord welcomed His daughter, Shirley Gayle Harris Hiser, into His arms on July 25, 2025. She spent her entire life in her beloved village of Concord, where she was known for her warmth, kindness, and dedication to family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis and Ellen Harris; her sister, Dorothy H. Millner; and her brothers, Alton Harris...
Richard Winston Elliott
Jul 25, 2025
Richard “Rich” W. Elliott, 60, of Lynchburg, VA peacefully transitioned to be with the Lord on Friday, July 25, 2025.
He was the husband of Cynthia “Cendie” Elliott. He was born in Lynchburg, VA in 1964 to the late Alfred and Virginia Elliott. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his oldest sister, Evora Smith.
Richard was educated...
Gary Wayne Wright
Jul 25, 2025
Gary Wayne Wright, 58, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025.
Gary was born on Sunday, January 22, 1967, in Lynchburg, VA. He was the son of Betty Jean Tyree of Lynchburg and the late Douglas Wright.
Gary's memory will be carried on by his loving family, which includes his mother, Betty; sisters, DeRhonda Spruce and Linda Almond, along...
Nancy Stewart
Jul 24, 2025
Nancy Ann Stewart, age 82, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on July 24, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Donald and Katherine Watson.
Nancy was born on March 10, 1943, in Detroit, Michigan, and her family later moved to Southern California, where she attended Riverside City College. While in college, she also worked at Miller’s Surplus Store, where she...
Sharon Crawford Jambard
Jul 24, 2025
Sharon Crawford Jambard, aged 74, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted wife to Roger Peter Jambard for 27 cherished years.
Born on June 5, 1951, in Altavista, VA, Sharon was the daughter of the late Guthrie Gilmer Crawford, Jr. and Billie Albert Crawford. She dedicated her professional life...
Trenton Richie, Jr.
Jul 24, 2025
Trenton Richie Jr., 78, of Madison Heights, Virginia transitioned on Thursday July 24, 2025. He was born in Lexington Va. on June 24, 1947, to the Late Trenton Richie Sr. and Pearl Saunderson (Bradley).
He is preceded in death by one brother, Tim Richie; one stepbrother, Sherman Woolfolk; and one brother-in-law, Raul Rodriguez.
Trenton had a myriad of accomplishments; he joined the...
Jane Wagner
Jul 23, 2025
Jane Ann Wagner, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 23, 2025. Born on March 22, 1943, in Chester, Pennsylvania, to Earl F. Wagner and Arlene M. Wagner, Jane lived a life marked by deep loyalty, unconditional love, and a joyful spirit that touched everyone who knew her.
During her early years, Jane spent a...
Katrina Roh
Jul 23, 2025
Katrina Jane (Beam) Roh
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With quiet dignity and abiding faith, Katrina Jane (Beam) Roh passed from this life on the 23rd of July 2025, at the age of 66, following a brief illness. A woman of rare gentleness and inner strength, she bore all things with patience and care, touching the lives of those around her with quiet devotion and the...
John (Johnny) Gurganey Overstreet
Jul 23, 2025
John G. Overstreet June 15, 1947 - July 23, 2025
John “Johnny” Gurganey Overstreet was born on June 15th, 1947, and died on July 23rd, 2025. He was the son of Helen Lucas Overstreet and Jesse Floyd Overstreet. He was predeceased by his parents and a brother, Ronnie Overstreet. He is survived by his wife of fifty-four years Vickie Carson Overstreet;...
Sidney Johnson
Jul 22, 2025
Sidney R. Johnson, Jr., affectionately known as Pefair, of Coolwell, Virginia, moved to his heavenly home on Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025, at Guggenheimer Health and Rehab Center in Lynchburg, VA. He was born on August 4th, 1946, to Carrie Lee and Delaware Clark. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Daisy and Sidney Johnson...
Brian David Reed
Jul 21, 2025
Brian David Reed, 40, of Lynchburg, VA passed away on Monday , July 21, 2025. He was born on June 7, 1985 in Bedford, Virginia to the late Johnny Calvin Scott and Melissa Ann Webster. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by Best Friend, Shane Key.
Brian Is survived by his girlfriend, Savannah Watson; children, Lucian Reed,...
Mary S. Culpepper
Jul 21, 2025
Mary Matilda Scott Culpepper, 91, of Lynchburg, Virginia transitioned on Monday July 21, 2025, at the Summit Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was the daughter of the late John Daniel Scott and Anna Lee Jackson Scott, and the wife of her former spouse, the late Roosevelt Culpepper. Mary was also preceded in death by her sister, Alene Anna Scott Leftwich...
Kathleen Collins Cordero
Jul 20, 2025
Kathleen Collins Cordero, 50, of Roanoke, Virginia passed away on July 20th, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Nelson Rivera and Evelyn Carrasquillo.
Kathleen was born on November 2, 1974, in Camden, New Jersey.
She was a very loving home health aide, wife, mother to her kids, mother to bear, our pitty baby boy. She loved music and dancing. Her...
Donald Wayne Morrison, Sr.
Jul 20, 2025
You always knew where you stood with Don Morrison – he was the kind of man who spoke his mind regardless of the consequences. He was also the kind of man who would go out of his way to help a friend, particularly if it involved some good trouble.
Donald Wayne Morrison Sr. died Sunday, July 20, 2025 at age 66.
Born...
Gary Hubbard
Jul 20, 2025
Gary Hubbard, 74, of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
A service will be held at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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