Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Allen Thaxton Anderson
May 1, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Allen Thaxton Anderson, 79, of Lynchburg on May 1, 2025. He was the son of the late Edgar Thaxton and Edith Arthur Anderson. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 40 years Judith "Judy" Newland Anderson; his son, Jeffrey Scott Anderson; his niece, Wendy Taylor Salmon;...
Sean Michael Childers
Apr 30, 2025
Sean Michael Childers, born on January 12, 1982, in Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on April 30, 2025. He was a beloved member of his community, known for his vibrant personality and passionate spirit.
As an accomplished chef and manager in the restaurant industry, Sean made a significant impact on his coworkers and the many community members who had the pleasure of...
Elizabeth "Betty" Tweedy
Apr 29, 2025
Elizabeth (Betty) Tweedy passed away peacefully at her home in Cullowhee on April 29th after a short period of declining health. Betty was born on June 14th, 1933 to the late Eugene and Katherine McDermott of Lynchburg Virginia. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Eugene Tweedy and grandson Timor Tweedy. She is survived by her children, Teresa Tweedy...
Donald Bernard Butt
Apr 29, 2025
Donald Bernard Butt, 78, of Lynchburg, was born into eternal life on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. He was born on November 20, 1946, to the late William Francis and Hazel Woodruff Butt.
In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his siblings, James Keith Butt, Lowell Thomas Butt, William C. Butt, Sr., Betty Butt Westbrook, and Sr. Francis Bernard.
He was...
Laura Casto Byrley
Apr 29, 2025
Laura Casto Byrley departed this earth for her heavenly home on April 29, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rusty Byrley; parents, Charles and Anne Casto; nephew, Michael B. Desmond Jr.; and niece, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Desmond.
She is survived by her two sisters Candace C. Desmond [Michael Sr.] of Nathalie, Virginia and Melissa Casto of Dallas, Texas; two...
Ashleigh Liggon Harris
Apr 28, 2025
"How is it that the life of the party is no longer at the party?"
Ashleigh Harris was born September 24, 1982 to Brenda Liggon Barnett and the late James Willard Harris, Jr, in Lynchburg, VA. Ashleigh departed this life early Monday morning, April 28, 2025. Ashleigh wore many hats, she was a daughter, sister, auntie, life partner, step mom, dog...
Connie Cox
Apr 28, 2025
Connie Sue Leighton Cox, age 60, of Bedford, VA, passed away on April 28, 2025, with her husband Michael at her bedside, and she has entered into the glories of heaven to be with her Savior Jesus Christ. She fought a courageous battle with cancer for over a year, and Jesus remained her hope and strength.
Connie was born on December...
Deborah Noel
Apr 28, 2025
Deborah Ward Mayhew Noel, 72, of Lynchburg, Virginia went home to meet her Lord on April 28th, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Stanley Mayhew and Dorothy Overstreet Mayhew.
Deborah was born on November 23, 1952, in Lynchburg, Virginia, and lived her entire life on her family's beautiful garden property. She attended school at Brookville High in her adventurous...
Teishawn McDaniel
Apr 26, 2025
Teishawn LaMont McDaniel, born on Friday April 25, 2025, gained his wings on Saturday April 26,2025 at UVA Medical Center.
Teishawn was born to Timika Renea Withers and Dallas Lamont McDaniel.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Jennifer Lea Withers; 1 aunt, Teishonna Lea Withers, who he was named by; 1 uncle, Timothy Wayne Withers, Jr., and a big...
Edward Bryan Reynolds
Apr 26, 2025
Edward Bryan Reynolds, 56, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on April 26, 2025. He was the son of Leonard Carol Reynolds and the late Sarah Sours Reynolds.
Edward was born on April 16, 1969, in Lynchburg, Virginia. He attended school at Jefferson Forest High School, then pursued his career in trucking.
Edward enjoyed watching NASCAR, baseball games, and going fishing. He also...
Slivester Nganga Thuo
Apr 25, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Slivester Nganga Thuo, who departed this life on April 24, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family.
Born in 1955 in Deiya Village, Kiambu County, Kenya, Slivester was the son of the late Michael Thuo Kiraki and Tabitha Wanjiku Thuo. He...
Robert Schmidt
Apr 24, 2025
Robert Eugene Schmidt, 85, passed away on April 24, 2025, at the Davis and McDaniel Veterans Care Center.
Born on May 1, 1939, in New London, Connecticut, Bob was the son of the late Maximillian Schmidt and Elizabeth Berry. He was a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and later earned a master’s degree from George Washington University.
Bob served with honor...
Danny Michael "Mike" Giles
Apr 23, 2025
Danny Michael “Mike” Giles, 76, of Montvale, VA passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. He was born on December 18, 1948, in Bedford, VA. A son of the late Grover Lester Giles and Eunice Dooley Giles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Alfred Giles and Jimmy Giles.
Mike was a very generous and...
Larry Roger Willis
Apr 22, 2025
Larry Roger Willis, 75, of Forest, Virginia passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, April 22, 2025. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He was the husband of the late Kathy Duncan Willis.
Larry was born on June 4, 1949, in Bristol, Virginia, a son of the late Preston Willis and Gay Long Willis. Larry was an electrical technician...
Robert Castro
Apr 22, 2025
Robert Castro, (46), of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on April 22, 2025. He was the son of Joseph and Diane Castro.
Robert was born on October 24th,1978, in Phoenix, Arizona. Robert, a multitalented craftsman, ran his own company, RLC Construction. He was an avid adrenaline seeker, always ready to ride and race anything with 4,2, even 3 wheels. Robert was a...
Geneva Staton Fuller
Apr 21, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Geneva Fuller of Lynchburg on April 21st, 2025, at the age of 78. She was the daughter of the late Olin Manson Staton and Mildred Adele Burks Staton and the beloved wife of Bobby Lee Fuller for 39 years. She was born on April 23, 1946, in...
Elder Maurice Anderson
Apr 21, 2025
Maurice Anderson , 38, of Lynchburg, VA, entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 21, 2025.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Ramp Church International at 12:00P.M. Elder Anderson will be available for public viewing Friday, April 25, 2025, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg location, from 12:00P.M - 6:00P.M. He will lie in repose for...
Dwayne Kendrick
Apr 20, 2025
Dwayne Alexander Kendrick, 59, of Lynchburg, VA; transitioned to his heavenly home on April 20, 2025.
He was born to William Kendrick, Jr. and Lucille Kendrick. He was baptized at an early age by Rev. Dr. C. W. Dunning.
He was preceded in death by both parents and two brothers, Gerald O. Lamberth and Steven W. Kendrick.
He leaves to cherish his memories:...
Michael Arthur Leffue
Apr 20, 2025
Michael Arthur Leffue, 72, of Boones Mill, went home to be with Jesus and passed peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 20, 2025, with his devoted wife by his side and his children nearby.
Born in Roanoke, Virginia, Michael was a nearly lifelong resident of Boones Mill. He dedicated 27 years of service to the Roanoke City Health Department and...
O.C. Sharman
Apr 20, 2025
O.C. Sharman, 94, passed peacefully on Easter Sunday morning, April 20, 2025, at his home.
He was born in the small community of Circle Back on the high plains of west Texas. O.C. (yes, that is his real name, not initials) grew up between there and Olney, another small town in north central Texas. He was the only child of Gordon...
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