Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Sterling Lewis Thomas
Jul 14, 2025
Sterling Thomas, 78, of Rustburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025. Born in Lynchburg, Virginia on April 10, 1947, Sterling was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Betty Thomas.
Sterling is survived by his sons, Chris Thomas (Pam) and Mike Thomas (Brittany); his cherished grandsons, Benjamin Thomas and Bentley...
Mary S. Culpepper
Jul 21, 2025
Mary Matilda Scott Culpepper, 91, of Lynchburg, Virginia transitioned on Monday July 21, 2025, at the Summit Health and Rehabilitation Center. She was the daughter of the late John Daniel Scott and Anna Lee Jackson Scott, and the wife of her former spouse, the late Roosevelt Culpepper. Mary was also preceded in death by her nephew, Thomas I. Cannon (Scott).
Mary...
Donald Wayne Morrison, Sr.
Jul 20, 2025
You always knew where you stood with Don Morrison – he was the kind of man who spoke his mind regardless of the consequences. He was also the kind of man who would go out of his way to help a friend, particularly if it involved some good trouble.
Donald Wayne Morrison Sr. died Sunday, July 20, 2025 at age 66.
Born...
Virginia "Ginny" York
Jul 20, 2025
Virginia “Ginny” York, 78, of Amherst, Virginia passed away peacefully, with her two daughters beside her, Sunday, July 20, 2025.
Ginny was born on December 28, 1946, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, a daughter of the late Frank York and Dorothy Hopkins York. Ginny was the owner and operator of York Kennels in Amherst where she bred American Pitbull Terriers for over...
Gary Hubbard
Jul 20, 2025
Gary Hubbard, 74, of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
A service will be held at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 4:00 PM.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Joseph Vincent Wood
Jul 20, 2025
Joseph Wood, of Lynchburg, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.
Inez Robertson
Jul 20, 2025
Inez Robertson, 67, of Lynchburg, peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on Saturday, July 20, 2025.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Prayer of Faith Temple.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Ardie Ray Thomas
Jul 17, 2025
Ardie Ray Thomas Jr., 67, of Forest, VA, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Melinda Carine Anderson
Jul 17, 2025
Melinda Carine Anderson, affectionately known as “Lucy” was born on December 25, 1978, in Bedford, Virginia, and passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 46 years old.
Melinda was a devoted mother, a passionate caregiver, and a woman of extraordinary strength, compassion, and resilience. From the age of 16, she dedicated herself to serving...
Arianne Couch
Jul 18, 2025
Arianne Vanessa Couch (Jasmine Christiana Dillard), 20, of Amherst, Va passed away on July 18, 2025. She was the daughter of Jerron Costello Dillard, Sr. and Melanie Carter Stalworth.
Arianne was born on December 11, 2004, in Lynchburg, Va. She attended school in Altavista and then graduated from Amherst County High School. She was currently enrolled at CVCC where she was...
Dorothy Johanna Shaner
Jul 16, 2025
Dorothy Johanna Shaner, age 99, was called home by her heavenly Father on July 16, 2025 and is resting in the arms of Jesus. She is now reunited with her beloved husband of 61 years, Thornhill (Joe), her son Roger, her daughter Rebecca, her grandson, Justin, and many other family members.
She is survived by her daughters, Christinia Wilson (Randall) and...
Grace Ann Wert
Jul 11, 2025
Grace Ann Wert, age 4 months, passed away on July 11, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She received total healing from Jesus as she passed peacefully at the UVA hospital in the arms of her parents.
Grace was born on March 7, 2025. Her first name was chosen as a testimony to God’s amazing grace in the lives of...
Sharon Simmons
Jul 19, 2025
Sharon “Susie” Simmons, 75, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on the 19th of July, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of Robert Rogers and Dorothy Lucille Hale and the devoted wife of Thomas Wayne Simmons Sr. for 40 years.
Born on February 17, 1950, in Lynchburg, Virginia, Susie attended Brookville High School and quickly became known for her boundless energy and...
Edith (Marion) Shoffner Vernon
Jul 17, 2025
Edith (Marion) Shoffner Vernon, 88, of Lynchburg, VA, died on July 17, 2025. She was born in Norristown, PA, on August 9, 1936, to Francis Lewis and Marion Boyd Shoffner. “Edie” grew up in Buena Vista, VA, graduating from Parry McClure High School in 1953. That year she caught the eye of Joseph Henry Johnson “John” Vernon of Lexington, VA,...
Kenneth Joseph Johnson
Jul 16, 2025
Kenneth Joseph Johnson passed away unexpectedly on July 16, 2025. Ken was born in a naval hospital in Charleston, SC, on January 12, 1973. He leaves behind his beloved daughter, Kara Leeann Johnson, whom he loved with all his heart.
Ken was a devoted father and brother who found great joy in watching Kara grow through her involvement in sports, especially...
Linda Jane Ferguson Carter
Jul 16, 2025
On July 16, 2025, God saw fit to call another Angel on home; Linda Ferguson Carter. She was born September 22, 1949 to the late Earland Etta Ferguson.
Linda was preceded in death by her husband Herman Carter, sister Genetta Phillips, brothers Earl Ferguson, Jr. and Danny Ferguson, Sr., and step-daughter Ju-Anita Turner, Earl and Etta Ferguson. .
Linda found Christ at...
Virginia Belle Feehan
Jul 15, 2025
Virginia Belle Feehan , 93, of Bedford, VA, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Rebecca Shannon Denton
Jul 15, 2025
Rebecca Shannon Denton, 52, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on July 15, 2025. She was the daughter of the late James Denton and Sandra Denton, and the wife of James Ollie, though separated they remained good friends and spoke often. Shannon was born on January 10, 1973, in Lynchburg, Virginia.
She graduated from Rustburg High School, where she participated in school...
Sherry Lynn Robinson
Jul 13, 2025
Sherry Lynn Robinson came into this world on July 13, 1971. She was welcomed by her parents, the late Janet Robinson (nee Castle) and the late Russell Robinson, as well as her four siblings; Chris Studebaker (nee Robinson), Tim Robinson, Missy Church (nee Robinson) and Russell Robinson II.
Sherry had a rewarding career as the manager of a local convenience store...
William Charles Graham
Jul 12, 2025
William Charles Graham, 75, of Bedford passed away on July 12, 2025, at his residence. He was born on February 4, 1950, in Bedford to the late John Everett Graham and Mary Vernelle Merritt Graham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James Everett “Jimmy” Graham.
Billy graduated from Liberty High School. He was a...
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