Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
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...
Joseph Rene Verville
Dec 16, 2023
Joseph Rene Verville, aged 81, of Bedford, Virginia, graduated to heaven on Saturday, December 16, 2023. Born on April 27, 1942, in Massena, NY, he is the son of the late Paul Eugene Verville and Berthe Irene Bissonnette Verville. In addition to his parents, Joseph joined his brother, Rene Verville; sister, Michelene Marion; and grandson, Jacob Lowe in eternity.
Joseph...
Nannie Marie Harris Crawford
Dec 16, 2023
Nannie Marie Harris Crawford, 67, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2023. She was born on October 21, 1956, in Lynchburg, VA a daughter of the late Jesse Harris and Helen Critzer Melton.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Phil Harris; and grandson, Cullen Harris.
Nannie enjoyed being with her...
Angus Archibald McQueen
Dec 16, 2023
Angus A. McQueen, 81, most recently of Lynchburg, Va., passed away on Saturday, December 16th, 2023 after living the last several years with both Alzheimer's and cancer.
Dr. McQueen was born on March 18, 1942 in Fayetteville, NC. He worked a variety of jobs through middle school, high school and college, graduating from Garinger High School in Charlotte and Atlantic...
Bertram Douglas Everett (Lover)
Dec 12, 2023
Bertram Douglas Everett, affectionately known as “Lover,” peacefully entered into eternal rest at Lynchburg General Hospital on Tuesday December 12, 2023, after a brief illness. He was born October 13, 1954 in Lynchburg, VA to Pauline Irvine Everett and the late William Riley Everett Sr.
He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 41 years, Angela Day...
Dorman Lee Jones Sr.
Dec 12, 2023
Dorman Lee Jones, Sr., 87, of Gladstone, Virginia passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. He was the son of the late Albert Franklin Jones and Annie Elizabeth Jones. Dorman was predeceased by his loving wife, Patricia Jones.
Dorman was an avid outdoorsman that had a love for hunting, fishing, and gardening. He was well known for his large...
June Marie Brown Wilson
Dec 11, 2023
June Marie Brown Wilson, 79, of Vinton passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023. She was born on June 3, 1944, in Bedford, VA to the late Lester Brown and Vivian Wheeler Brown. She was the loving wife to the late Robert Shannon Wilson.
June loved her cats and anything to do with antiquing. She especially liked to find...
Lawnie "Buddy" Leroy Hyatt
Dec 11, 2023
Lawnie (Buddy) Hyatt II, 53, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on December 11, 2023 after battling metastatic melanoma.
Buddy was born on March 22, 1970, in Ruston, Louisiana. He graduated from Choudrant High School and always strove to continue his education in many areas and in many ways.
Buddy was a member of Timber Ridge Baptist Church in Bedford,...
Jessica Nicole Tucker
Dec 10, 2023
Jessica Nicole Tucker, 36 of Lynchburg unexpectedly went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, December 10, 2023. She was born on April 23, 1987 the daughter of Larry Wayne Tucker Sr. (Tammy) and Pamela Norman (Harley.)
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents; Roy C. Tucker and Melita A. Tucker; maternal grandfather, Dennie Ray Arrington.
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