Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Diana Woodson Rauh
Apr 14, 2023
Today we celebrate the life and legacy of Diana Grey Rauh, lovingly known as Di by the three generations of family who love and miss her. Di departed this world for Heaven on April 14, 2023, to dance with the angels and her beloved husband Bill, and to be again with her brother, parents, and the many cousins and friends...
Frances Gallaher Lewis
Apr 13, 2023
Frances Anne Gallaher Lewis, of Lynchburg, passed away on April 13, 2023. She was born in Forest, Virginia to the late Hubert Clifton Gallaher and Louise Thomas Gallaher. Frances was a graduate of Boonsboro High School and attended Lynchburg College where she continued her education throughout her banking career. Before entering the banking industry Frances worked for the Pentagon for...
Sharon Lynn Shelor Callahan
Apr 13, 2023
Sharon Lynn Callahan, 67, of Roanoke, gained her wings on April 13, 2023. Born in San Diego, CA, Sharon was the daughter of the late Louis and Helen Shelor. Her husband William ‘Bill’ Callahan, sisters Karen Kay Harrison and Edna Rae Allen, brother Henry “Hank” Shelor and nephew, Anthony Paul Allen, also precede her in death.Those left to uphold, enjoy,...
Vivian Rankin Carter
Apr 13, 2023
Vivian Ann Rankin Carter, 77, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 13, 2023. Vivian was born October 10, 1945, in Warrenton, Virginia, to Ellis and Ruth Rankin, who preceded her in death. She is also preceded in death by younger sister, Nancy Campbell.Vivian was a graduate of Osborn High School in Manassas, Virginia, Class of 1965....
Gary Wayne Miller
Apr 12, 2023
Gary Wayne Miller of Rustburg, Va., went to be with his Lord, Wednesday, April 12, 2023. He was the husband of Mildred “Milly” Flickinger Miller.He was born on July 24, 1936, the son of the late Anson and Hazel Miller of Schellsburg, Pa. Later the family moved to Adams County, Pa. when Gary was in the 9th grade and graduated...
Wilma “Billie” Harper
Apr 12, 2023
Wilma “Billie” Harper, 93, of Lynchburg died Wednesday April 12, 2023. She was the devoted wife of the late Richard Carroll Harper. Wilma was born May 30, 1929, in Watsonville, CA, a daughter of the late Ira Leland Harris and Violet Gale Harris. She retired as a Material Control Clerk from General Electric/Ericsson. She is survived by a son Richard...
Susan Fauber Sihlanick
Apr 10, 2023
Susan Fauber Sihlanick, age 72, passed away at Lynchburg General Hospital on April 10, just short of her 73rd birthday. Born in Lynchburg to John and Shirley Fauber, she is survived by her sister Sallie Thompson (Al), nephew Todd Thompson (Michelle and son Logan), husband Mark Sihlanick, and their children Kirsten (Andrew Snyder) and Kevin. Her light in the world...
Laura Briggs
Apr 10, 2023
Laura Briggs , 70, of Amherst, VA, died Monday, April 10, 2023.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family
Dwayne Alphonso Davis
Apr 10, 2023
It is with heartfelt sorrow that we announce that Dwayne Alphonso Davis, of Roanoke, Va. earned his heavenly wings. He served in the United States Marine Corps and was also a passionate chef.He is preceded in death by his grandparents Booker Thomas and Ella Iretha Davis; and his aunt Sadie Leftwich.He will forever be missed by his parents, Prince and...
Mary Ann Platt
Apr 9, 2023
Mary Ann Platt, 78, of Lynchburg, VA, died Sunday, April 9, 2023.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Susan Sockriter
Apr 8, 2023
Susan J. Sockriter, 68, of Salem, Virginia, passed away peacefully April 8th, 2023, but her larger-than-life persona and trademark laughter will never be forgotten.She was born in Lewes, Delaware to James (Jim) and Frances McIntyre on October 31st, 1954.Affectionately known as “Mom”, “Mom Mom”, and “Grandma Squsan” by her family, Susan was loved deeply by her three children Charles (Chuck)...
Edna Marie Jones Puckett
Apr 8, 2023
Edna Jones Puckette, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on April 8, 2023. Edna was born on December 12, 1932, in Lynchburg to the late Buster D. and Lottie Arthur Jones of Lynchburg. She lived in Lynchburg her entire life and attended E.C. Glass High School. Edna obtained her one-year certificate in typing from Phillip’s Business College. She worked as a...
Joyce Chafin Smith
Apr 8, 2023
Joyce Chafin Smith, 79, of Gretna, VA passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023. While holding hands with her sister Janice Houweling and granddaughter Harley Smith. She was from Delbarton, W.V, to the late Mason and Marie Chafin. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother.In addition to her late parents, she was also preceded in death by her...
Lt. Colonel Alexander “Sandy” James Stuart Iii
Apr 8, 2023
Lt. Colonel Alexander “Sandy” James Stuart, III, of Lynchburg passed away Saturday, April 8, 2023. He was the devoted husband of Linda Wright Stuart.Sandy was born in Ancon, Panama, part of the U.S. canal zone, on February 17, 1938, a son of the late Colonel Alexander James Stuart, Jr. and Miriam Vannaman Stuart. He graduated from the United States Military...
David Samuel Natysin
Apr 7, 2023
David Samuel Natysin, 73, of Leesburg, Virginia passed away on Friday, April 7, 2023. Dave is survived by his wife of 51 years, Kathy, who loved him deeply. He was also loved by his sons, Brian Natysin (Shannon) and Adam Natysin (Michelle), and daughter Gina Natysin Stratford (Andrew), and his seven grandchildren, Logan and Sydney Natysin; Kiley, Reese, and Paige...
Michiko Maryann Kraft
Apr 7, 2023
On April 7, 2023, Michiko MaryAnn Kraft—our beautiful daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend—passed away at the age of 62, after a battle with gallbladder cancer. What made MaryAnn happy was bringing other people together and making them happy. She was the light and center of our family. Whatever we did, MaryAnn always wanted to make sure everyone was...
Richard Willis Shirkey
Apr 7, 2023
Richard Willis Shirkey, 81, of Lynchburg, VA passed away on Friday, April 7, 2023, at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born in Memphis, MI on January 30, 1942. A son of the late Willis Wilborn Shirkey and Barbara Jane Wilson Shirkey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Larry Wayne Dooley Jr. and...
Kori Daniel Burgin
Apr 7, 2023
Kori Daniel Burgin , 33, of Lynchburg, VA, died Friday, April 7, 2023.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Thelma Joyce Ailiff Ratliff
Apr 6, 2023
Thelma Joyce RatliffIt is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thelma Joyce Ratliff (Ailiff), of Augusta, WVA, on Thursday, April 6th, 2023, from complications of a stroke. Thelma was comforted by family members, in person and virtually, at the time of her passing. She was 70 years old. Thelma was born December 30,1952, in Louisa, KY to...
Thelma Ratliff
Apr 6, 2023
Thelma Ratliff, 70, of Lynchburg, VA, died Thursday, April 6, 2023.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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