Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Edwina Mae Harsley
Dec 24, 2023
On December 24, 2023, God opened the gates of heaven and welcomed Edwina Mae Thomas Harsley into eternal rest.
Edwina was born on January 13, 1951, to the late Nancy Younger Thomas Robinson and Nathan Thomas. In addition to her mother and father she was preceded in death by her two brothers; Glasgow “Allen” Robinson and William “Blue” Thomas...
Mary Alice Mays
Dec 24, 2023
Mary Alice Mays, 83, of Forest, Virginia passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023. She was the loving wife of the late Ted “Billy” Mays. Mary was born on December 28, 1939, in North Carolina to the late Roscoe Sheets and Vee Ola Sheets.
She was a member of Brookhill Wesleyan Church and worked at Strothers Drug company for 17...
Robert Shepperd
Dec 23, 2023
Robert Frederick Shepperd, 70, of Evington, VA passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Madison Heights, is assisting the family.
Barbara Tucker Keeling
Dec 23, 2023
Barbara Tucker Keeling passed away peacefully, on December 23, 2023. She was 87 years old.
She is survived by three children, Jeffery Michael Keeling, Pamela K Feigenbaum, and Barbara Keeling Andrieu, and their spouses, as well as 5 grandchildren. Mrs. Keeling was born and raised in the St. Louis, Missouri area, and shortly after graduating from high school, moved...
Helen Brooks Boteler
Dec 23, 2023
Helen Brooks Boteler, 70, transitioned to the next life on December 23, 2023. She was the daughter of John Lawson Brooks, Jr. and Margaret Newman Brooks of Gladys, VA.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents and her two sisters, Peggy Woodall of Spout Spring, VA and Nancy Milton of Lynchburg, VA. Helen is survived by her husband...
Mary Ann Paljug
Dec 22, 2023
Mary Ann Paljug passed through the wall of death into the loving hands of her lord and savior Jesus Christ on December 22, 2023 at the age of 69. She was at home in peaceful sleep.
Mary Ann was born on December 9, 1954 in Beckley, WV. She was involved in many kinds of activities and sports. She moved to...
Jearline Hawes
Dec 22, 2023
Jearline Hawes, (89) of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away December 22, 2023. she was the daughter of the late Jack Martin and Maude Martin of Appomattox. Jearline was born March 7, 1934. She worked for Ericsson for 55 years as a draftsperson. She was a member of Grace Memorial Church. Jearline loved having her family over for cook outs...
Allen Bernard Lewis
Dec 21, 2023
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Allen Bernard Lewis passed away on December 21, 2023.
A Celebration of Life will be held January 2, 2023 at Long Mountain Baptist Church at 2 p.m.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg is assisting the family.
Emily Gunn Craddock
Dec 21, 2023
Emily Gunn Craddock died Thursday, December 21, 2023, one week shy of her 91st birthday, surrounded by members of her family.
She was born on December 28, 1932, in Lynchburg, VA, to the late Emily and Carter Gunn.
Emily was educated at Stuart Hall and Salem College where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. She...
Jacqueline Molean Collins
Dec 20, 2023
Jacqueline Molean Collins, more fondly known as Jackie, age 66, of Forest, Virginia passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on December 20, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Cecil Collins, Sr. and Mildred Gibson Collins.
Jackie was born on September 23, 1957, in Lynchburg, Virginia. She attended school at Nelson County High School and then Longwood...
Kenneth Kabler Kessler
Dec 20, 2023
Kenneth Kabler Kessler (KK), 96, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. He was the husband of the late Mary Lois Kessler for 72 years.
KK was born in Lynchburg, Virginia on November 9, 1927, to the late Raymond Leslie Kessler and Mauray Foster Kessler. He is also preceded in death by three brothers, one sister, and a...
Robert Howard Woodfin
Dec 19, 2023
Robert Howard Woodfin, 81, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilmer (Bill) A. Woodfin and Evelyn Kirby Woodfin and two brothers, Wilmer (Skeeter) A. Woodfin, Jr. and Richard (Dickie) Lee Woodfin.
He was a United Methodist Minister for 50 years before retiring and was also a retired...
William Hester Aiken, Jr.
Dec 19, 2023
William (Bill) Hester Aiken, Jr., 84, formerly of Rustburg, VA, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, in hospice care at Westminster Canterbury, Lynchburg VA with his devoted wife Lucy by his side.
Bill was born in Richmond VA on September 6, 1939, to William and Jean Aiken. He graduated from Douglas S. Freeman...
Robert Christian McCoy
Dec 18, 2023
Robert Christian McCoy, 84, of Rustburg, died Monday, December 18, 2023.
A celebration of Roberts's life will be at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, January 12, 2024 at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, located at 220 Breezewood Drive Lynchburg, Virginia 24502.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Judy Reynolds Neighbors
Dec 18, 2023
Judy Reynolds Neighbors, 69, of Lynchburg, went to be with the LORD on Monday, December18, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Marie Reynolds.
Judy was a graduate of Brookville High School and attended Liberty University.
She is survived by her husband, Milton Ray Neighbors, Sr.; children: Scott Trent, April...
Harold Edward Smith, Jr.
Dec 17, 2023
CWO2 Harold Edward Smith, Jr., USCG Ret. of Lynchburg went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at the age of 91. He was the husband of Elizabeth Smith for over 70 years.
Harold was born September 28, 1932, in Wilmington, Delaware, a son of the late Harold Edward Smith, Sr. and Evangeline...
Robert Arthur Carson
Dec 17, 2023
In Memoriam: Robert Arthur Carson
September 26, 1938 – December 17, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bob Carson, a beloved and life-long resident of Lynchburg, VA.
Bob dedicated many years of his life to Davidson's Clothing for Men, where his commitment and hard work made a lasting impact. Also known for his...
Nancy Heavner Gilbert
Dec 17, 2023
On Sunday, December 17, 2023, Nancy Heavner Gilbert, a cherished wife, devoted mother, loving grandmother, and proud great-grandmother, peacefully passed away at the age of 89.
Nancy, born on July 3, 1934, in the quaint town of Lincolnton, North Carolina, was the only daughter among three older brothers to Evan and Pearl Heavner. Her journey began at Lincolnton High...
Jeanne Marie Streby
Dec 17, 2023
Jeanne Marie Streby, 74, passed away on December 17, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Leon and Sylvia MacDonald.
Jeanne was born on April 30, 1949, in Towanda, Pennsylvania. She attended school at Towanda Area School District. Jeanne was a long-time resident of Towanda until she recently relocated to Goode, Virginia to live with family.
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Judy Lain Pearson Wells
Dec 16, 2023
Judy Wells was a daughter, wife, mother, sister, and aunt to combat veterans has passed away this day of our Lord 12/16/2023. She has two beloved sisters; Deanna, Madelene, and two beloved and unforgettable brothers, Raimon and Rudy. Two amazing sons, Kenny and wife Janet ; David Wells and wife Penny. A grandson Brandon with his wife Lyndsay, with grandbaby...
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