Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Captain Willard Conrad “Billy” Rhodes, USN, Retired
Oct 4, 2023
Captain Willard Conrad “Billy” Rhodes, USN, Retired, died on October 4, 2023. Born on October 15, 1930, he was the son of Lillian Harris and Howard Willard Rhodes Sr. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters Lillian Rhodes, Helen R. Hannah, Rosalie R. Hauser and brother, Howard W. Rhodes, Jr. He was also predeceased by his...
Joyce Birch Ormston
Oct 4, 2023
Mrs. Joyce Birch Ormston, age 85, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on October 4, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Roy Birch and Nellie Birch, and the wife of the late Kenneth Ormston.Mrs. Ormston is survived by five children and twenty-eight grandchildren, as well as many loving friends in the community.A graveside service will be held on Monday,...
Scott Tyson Boiles
Oct 3, 2023
In Loving Memory of Scott Tyson Boiles, 65 of Wirtz, VA who passed away October 3, 2023 after an enduring and valiant battle with several major health issues. Throughout his life, he exhibited a spirit that never wavered and a love for life. He was born in Orlando, FL November 15, 191957,57 to Jane Boiles and the late Billy Boiles.
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Beverly Puckett Betag
Oct 3, 2023
Beverly Puckett Betag, of Lynchburg, Virgina passed away on October 3, 2023 after an extended illness. She was the daughter
of the late Eldridge and Doris Puckett, she was born on March 17, 1939. She graduated from E.C. Glass High School, then
raised five children, and pursued a career at Macy’s Department Store. Beverly was a member...
Esther Ping Ren Lo Wu
Oct 3, 2023
Esther Ping Ren Lo Wu was born in Xiamen, China on July 5, 1934. Her parents were Lo Yi Tian and Yi Chu Lu. She is survived by her husband Samuel Wu, her daughter Rebecca Bakeman (James), Elizabeth Wu (Gene Fishel), and Sarah Wu (Tom Coughlin). She lost her mother as an infant and was raised by her missionary aunt...
Cuthbert "Bert" Lee Wilson
Oct 3, 2023
Cuthbert Lee Wilson (“Bert”) died peacefully on October 3, 2023, surrounded by family.
Bert was born in Campbell County, VA, son of the late Claude and Chloe Wilson. He was predeceased by his wife of 66 years, Amy Martin Wilson, and siblings Mable Grogan, Ralph Wilson, and Aurbon Wilson. He is survived by his son, Stephen Wilson (Karen) of...
Walter Turner Gross
Oct 2, 2023
Walter Turner Gross, 89, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023. Walter was born on September 14, 1934, in Bedford County, Virginia. He was the son of the late Austin John Gross and Margaret Moseley Gross.He was a member of Yellow Brach Baptist Church and was the 32nd degree Mason. He was a postman for over 20...
Robert Lee “Bobby” Tanner, Jr.
Oct 2, 2023
Robert Lee “Bobby” Tanner, Jr., of Gladys, VA, went home to be with his lord on Monday, October 2, 2023.Bobby was born on January 12, 1949, to the late Robert Lee Tanner, Sr. and Delia Dawson Tanner.After graduating from High School, Bobby joined the U.S. Marine Corps where he proudly served his country in the Vietnam War. He later went...
Paul Dewitt Dillard
Oct 1, 2023
Paul Dewitt Dillard, 71, of Lynchburg passed away Sunday, October 1, 2023.A celebration of life will be held on Saturday October 7, 2023 at 1:00 pm, at Rose Chapel Baptist Church.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Catherine Conner
Oct 1, 2023
Catherine M. Conner, 95, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on October 1, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Peyton and Sadie McCraw.Catherine was born on June 6, 1928, in Gladys, Virginia. After school, Catherine spent most of her life as a loving mother and homemaker. Later, she enjoyed traveling with her loving husband Bill and was very active...
Herman O. Burford, Jr.
Oct 1, 2023
Herman O. Burford, Jr. 76 of Madison Heights, died on Sunday, October 1, 2023.A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 6, 2023, at Rising Sun Missionary Baptist Church.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
J. Robert (Bob) Burris
Sep 30, 2023
J. Robert (Bob) Burris of Chatham, died on September 30, 2023, with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Velma Nuckols Burris.
Bob was born in Oilton, Oklahoma on February 19, 1933, to Robert and Helen (Arendell) Burris, delivered by a Native American doctor named Star. Along with his sister Sue,...
Elois Loretta Jefferson Morris
Sep 30, 2023
Elois Loretta Jefferson Morris, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister earned her heavenly wings on Saturday, September 30, 2023. She was born in Bedford Country, VA on February 15, 1952, to the late Benjamin Leroy Jefferson, Sr. and Edith Davis Jefferson. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, James Jefferson and Benjamin Leroy Jefferson, Jr. and two sisters, Texanna...
Harold Wilson Fitch
Sep 30, 2023
Harold Wilson Fitch, passed away on September 30, 2023, at the age of 95. He was the devoted husband of Margaret J. Fitch for an incredible 73 years.Born on February 17, 1928, in Gladys, VA, Harold was a cherished son of Fred G. Fitch and Nellie H. Fitch. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church on Timberlake Road. Harold...
Jim Underwood
Sep 30, 2023
Jim Underwood, 85, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023. He was the son of the late Clemmie Underwood and Nell Ashcraft Underwood.Jim was a member of Bedrock Community Church and proudly served in the United Staes Army. He was a pilot for United Airlines for 32 years and flew rescue helicopters in the Vietnam War.A memorial...
Samantha Michele Watson
Sep 29, 2023
Samantha Michele Watson passed away on Friday September 29, 2023 at her residence. She was born on Wednesday February 18, 1970 the daughter of Robert Junior Watson and Darlene Hutchinson Corey.
Samantha was preceded in death by her father Robert Junior Watson and brother Robert Darrell Watson.
She is survived by her loving and devoted children Amber Robinson...
Carroll Reeves
Sep 28, 2023
On Thursday, September 28, 2023, the Lord saw fit to call his son, Carroll Reeves, from labor to reward. Carroll departed this life at The Carriage Hill Nursing facility in Bedford Va. He was born on December 31, 1925, to the late David & Julia Reeves.
Carroll was educated in Lynchburg City Schools and left for the U.S....
Wallace C. Arthur
Sep 28, 2023
Wallace C. Arthur, 89, of Bedford, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023. He was the son of the late Darlby and Virgie Comer Arthur. He is predeceased in death by his brother Kenneth Arthur and sister Fay Witt.Wallace was born on December 7, 1933, in Bedford, Virginia. He was the president of WBG Masonry, INC. A family business...
Louise Reno
Sep 26, 2023
Louise “Lou” Reno, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away September 26, 2023 at the age of 92. She is survived by her daughters, Amie and Tammy (Dave); grandchildren Kim (Justin), Christopher, and David (Whitney); great-grandchildren Tristan, Isobel, and Zelda; brother Charles Grandmaison (Alice); and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In...
Albert Dawn Maxey
Sep 26, 2023
Albert Dawn Maxey, 92 passed away on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. He was known to many as “Hootie.” Formerly of Spout Springs, Lynchburg and recently while ill was in Delta, PA with daughter, Dawn.Born in Appomattox County on July 22, 1931, Albert was a son of the late Thomas and Sarah Maxey. He was preceded in death by his siblings...
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