Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
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.
Alma Brown
Aug 27, 2024
Alma Brown, of Lynchburg, passed away August 27th, 2024.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday September 7th, 2024 at 1:00P.M. at First Baptist Church South Lynchburg with Dr. Carl B. Hutcherson as the eulogist. Internment will follow at Forest Level Church Cemetery.
Courteous, efficient and dependable services provided by Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg.
Andrew David Little, Sr.
Aug 27, 2024
Andrew David Little, Sr., 47, of Rustburg, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
Andrew was born May 3, 1977, in Texas, a son of the late Andrew Jackson Little and Susan Simmer and her husband Joe of Arcadia, FL. In addition to his mother, he is survived by long time life partner Angela Watson of Rustburg, his son Andrew Little, Jr....
Judith Elaine Legon Emanuel
Aug 27, 2024
Judith Elaine Legon Emanuel, 65, of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024. She was born on July 8, 1959, to the late Frank Eugene Legon and Winifred Janet Duval Legon. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Joanne Legon.
Judith worked for many years as a gifted education teacher in the Bedford County...
Thomas Arthur Mong
Aug 27, 2024
Thomas Arthur Mong, born March 4, 1944 went to be with the Lord August 27, 2024. His Christian life was characterized by kindness, dedication and love for his Savior and others, especially his family.
Born in Akron, Ohio his family moved to Lynchburg in 1956. After graduating from Virginia Tech he spent most of his years before retirement as an engineer...
Linda Delphine Watson
Aug 26, 2024
Deaconess Linda Delphine Watson, 68, of Lynchburg, peacefully transitioned on Monday, August 26, 2024. Linda was born on September 23, 1955, to the late Louise Andrews Anderson.
In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Perno T. Anderson, Sr.; grandparents, Julia and John Andrews; a special aunt who was like a mother, Judeal Banks; a great-niece,...
Geraldine Bayes Morris
Aug 26, 2024
Geraldine B. Morris, 88 of Lynchburg, VA peacefully transitioned to be with the lord Monday, August 26, 2024. She was the wife of the late Ralph L. Morris.
Born in Nelson County, November 27, 1935, she was the daughter of late Sam Bayes, Sr and Anna Jones Bayes. In addition, she was preceded in death by her brothers Joe Bayes and...
Michele Antoinette Ferguson
Aug 25, 2024
Michele Antoinette Ferguson, 65, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Pellegrino Troncale and the late Ninfa Antoinette Orlando Troncale.
Michele was born on July 31, 1959, in Elizabeth, New Jersey and attended school at Elizabeth High School, Elizabeth New Jersey. She pursued her Art degree at Ocean County College in...
Bonnie Stubstad Swanson
Aug 25, 2024
Bonnie Stubstad Swanson, 94, of Lynchburg, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2024.
Bonnie was born on September 7, 1929, in Salt Lake City, Utah, a daughter of the late Elwood & Iona Worthen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband Marvin Stubstad, and a son Brad Stubstad.
She is survived by her husband John Swanson,...
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