Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Perry D. Brice
May 25, 2024
Perry Donahue Brice, a beloved father, musician, and educator, passed away peacefully in his home in Amherst, Virginia, on May 25, 2024. Born in Campbell County, Virginia, Perry was the son of the late George and Anna Brice. His life was marked by a deep love for music, a commitment to education, and a warm connection with his community.
From an...
Leftwich Ray Reynolds
May 25, 2024
Leftwich “Ray” Reynolds, 74, lately of Rustburg, VA, peacefully traded his earthly tent for a heavenly dwelling not made with hands but by His Savior on Saturday, May 25, 2024.
Ray was born on May 15,1950 in Lynchburg, VA.
Ray was preceded in death by his father and mother, Leftwich and Helen Coleman Reynolds. He is survived by his wife...
Nancy Lee Purvis
May 25, 2024
Nancy Lee Purvis, 78, of Madison Heights, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024.
Nancy was born October 22, 1945, in Lynchburg, a daughter of the late Sizer Purvis and Grace Hunter Purvis. Nancy was retired as a Certified Nurse’s Aide with the Central Virginia Training Center and was a member of Oakdale Baptist Church.
She is survived by her two brothers:...
Jeffrey Scott Prillaman
May 24, 2024
Jeffrey Scott Prillaman, 63, of Calloway, Virginia passed away after a long illness on Friday, May 24, 2024.
He was born on November 3, 1960, a son of the late Richard Meade Prillaman and Phillis Smith Prillaman. In addition to his parents Jeffrey was preceded in death by his wife, Ginger Prillaman.
Jeff is survived by his siblings, Richard M. Prillaman,...
Randy Burns
May 24, 2024
Randy was born July 4, 1952, to David and Joyce Burns of Lynchburg, Virginia.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Lynda, daughter, Monica Thompson of Youngsville, North Carolina, granddaughter, Abbie (Nico) Thompson also of Youngsville, North Carolina, his brother, Kent Burns and wife Edith of Amherst, Virginia, two very special nieces, Kelly Stanley, Hannah Raczkowski and a goddaughter,...
Levy Henderson Radford
May 24, 2024
Levy Henderson Radford, 87 of Big Island, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at Davis and McDaniel Veterans Care Center in Roanoke, VA. He was born in Edenton, NC on April 10, 1937. A son of the late Levi Radford and Mary Lucy Ange Radford. In addition to his parents Levy was preceded in death by a daughter, Elizabeth...
Casey Mays
May 23, 2024
Casey Mays, age 36, of Monroe, Virginia, passed away on May 23rd, 2024, getting ready to do one of the things she loved the most, go floating.Casey was born on July 5th, 1987, in Lynchburg, Virginia, to Ricky Mays and Ruth Wright. She graduated from Amherst County High school while pregnant with her first.Casey enjoyed floating, being near or in...
Bill John Waller, Jr.
May 23, 2024
William John Waller, Jr. 75, of Lynchburg went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 23, 2024.
William or “Bill” was born in Lynchburg, Virginia on February 25, 1949, a son of the late William John Waller, Sr. and Lucille Armistead Waller. He is survived by his nieces and nephews. He is loved and missed dearly by his family of...
Brandon Scott Williams
May 21, 2024
Brandon Scott Williams, 39, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. A memorial service for both Brandon Williams and Gideon Williams will be held at County Smoak in Lynchburg, VA, on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 4:00 PM.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Stephen Terzakos
May 20, 2024
Stephen Terzakos, 68, died Monday, May 20, 2024.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Christopher Ray Patterson
May 20, 2024
Christopher Ray Patterson, 53, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024. He was born on February 25, 1971, in Lorain, Ohio to Donald Ray Patterson, Jr. and Karen Sue Ehrich Patterson.
He attended school at North Ridgeville High School then pursued his education in CAD and CNC machining. Christopher is a former member of the Elyria Moose Lodge....
Maurice Hunt
May 20, 2024
Maurice Sherrill Hunt (affectionately) known as "Pooh" in the early hours of Monday morning, May 20, 2024, God sent his angels for a devoted son, father, brother, nephew and friend.
Maurice was preceded in death by his grandparents, Glenn and Elsie Witcher, Dorothy Coleman, George G. Alexander Sr; uncles, Kent "Boo" and George "Gee" Alexander; George Dyke; and a brother Antonio...
Gideon Bedard Williams
May 19, 2024
Gideon Bedard Williams, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024.A memorial service for both Brandon Williams and Gideon Williams will be held at County Smoak in Lynchburg, VA, on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 4:00 PM.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
William David Caldwell, Sr.
May 19, 2024
William David Caldwell, Sr., 85, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024. He was the husband of Marie Caldwell for 60 wonderful years.
William was born on July 10, 1938, to the late William M. Caldwell and Grace Caldwell.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, William Caldwell, Jr. (Susan); granddaughter, Megan Mitchell (Jordan);...
Jaklyn Martin
May 19, 2024
Jaklyn Rose Martin, 15, of Bedford, passed away on May 19, 2024 and Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.She was born on June 12, 2008, a daughter of Angela Nicole Martin and Anthony Franklin Lloyd III. Jaklyn was a student at Liberty High School, where she was known and loved among her peers.She was preceded in death by her sister, Juztice Martin;...
Clyde Best
May 18, 2024
Clyde R. Best, Sr, 78, of Lynchburg, VA passed away on May 18, 2024. He was the son of the late John and Mazie Best, and the husband of Irma L. Best for 57 years.
Clyde was born on March 2, 1946, in Woodbrook, Trinidad, West Indies. Clyde completed his high school in Trinidad and went on to further his education...
Ricky Lee Grant
May 17, 2024
Ricky Lee Grant, 71, of Lynchburg, VA, died Friday, May 17, 2024.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Anne Marie Khouri
May 15, 2024
Anne Marie (Hipkens) Khouri
December 24, 1953- May 15, 2024
Anne Marie Khouri, 70, of Wirtz, passed away on May 15, 2024, at her home after a short battle with brain cancer.
Anne was the eldest daughter of the late Donald and Helene Hipkens, and she grew up in Syracuse, NY. In addition to her parents, Anne was preceded in death by her...
Tami Elizabeth O'Shea Atchison
May 15, 2024
Tami Elizabeth O’Shea Atchison, 66, of Vinton, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at her residence. She was born on April 10, 1958, to the late Chester O’Shea and Elizabeth Yambor O’Shea.
Tami was born in New Jersey and then recently moved to Virginia. She loved the beach and watching old movies. She adored her cats and especially loved spending...
Irma Jones
May 15, 2024
Irma Jones, 87, of Lynchburg, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.
Make Arrangements Online
Online Pre-Planning
Begin planning now. Online Cremation and Burial Arrangements Available - all details can be arranged from home.
