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Alphonso Roosevelt Dismond

Alphonso Roosevelt Dismond

Feb 5, 2026

Alphonso Roosevelt Dismond, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, departed this life peacefully on February 5, 2026, at the age of 89.

Born in Campbell County, Virginia, to Samuel Smith and Earl Dismond Peoples, Alphonso was educated in the Campbell County school system. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from February 1957 to February 1960...

David Lee Hall, Sr.

David Lee Hall, Sr.

Feb 4, 2026

David Lee Hall, Sr., 74, of , Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

 A  service will be held at Tharp Funeral Chapel on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1 PM.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.

Valeria Bell Jefferson

Valeria Bell Jefferson

Feb 2, 2026

Valeria Jefferson, of Lynchburg, passed away Monday, February 2, 2026.

A funeral service will be held at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel on Friday, February 13, 2026 at 2:00P.M. Interment will follow at Forest Hill Burial Park. Ms. Jefferson will lie in repose for public viewing one hour prior to the service.

Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.

Rebecca Olivia Newman

Rebecca Olivia Newman

Feb 6, 2026

Rebecca Olivia Newman, 69, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026.

A celebration of Rebecca's life will held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. 

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is serving the family.

Forest Edward Payne

Forest Edward Payne

Feb 6, 2026

Forest Edward Payne, 84, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 6, 2026, and went to be with the Lord. He was born on November 23, 1941, in Campbell County, Virginia, and was preceded in death by his parents, Harrison and Frances Payne.

Forest leaves behind a host of nieces and nephews who will cherish his memory.

Donations in memory...

Jeremy Witcher

Jeremy Witcher

Feb 2, 2026

Jeremy Witcher, of Lynchburg, transitioned into the arms of the Lord on Monday, February 2, 2026.

A funeral ceremony will be conducted on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at The Ramp Church International (701 Thomas Road Lynchburg, VA) at 12:00 PM. Mr. Witcher will lie in repose for public viewing one hour prior to the service. 

Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is serving the...

Darrel "Dewey" Kermit Oakes, Jr.

Darrel "Dewey" Kermit Oakes, Jr.

Jan 22, 2026

Darrel "Dewey” Kermit Oakes, Jr 78, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on January 22, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was the son of the late Darrel Kermit Oakes, Sr. and Frances Burch Oakes.

Dewey was born on November 4, 1947, in Lynchburg, Virginia. He attended E.C. Glass High School where he was very proud of being an integral member...

Harry "Tom" Deaner

Harry "Tom" Deaner

Jan 16, 2026

Harry “Tom” Deaner, 69, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on January 16, 2026, at home after a long battle with cancer, with his children by his side.

Tom was born on August 19, 1956, in Lynchburg, Virginia. A devoted father, grandfather, and kind-hearted friend to everyone, he brought warmth and joy to all who knew him. He was a proud member...

Alice May Winston Tilman (Mickey)

Alice May Winston Tilman (Mickey)

Feb 5, 2026

Alice May Winston Tilman (Mickey) of Rustburg, VA, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026. Born September 18, 1927, she was 98. Parents George Alexander Winston and Maude Garbee Winston. She was their 13th child and was last surviving member of all of her siblings.

Alice May was raised on a farm in Rustburg, VA during the depression. Early in life,...

Kyle Anthony Mayberry

Kyle Anthony Mayberry

Jan 26, 2026

Kyle Anthony Mayberry (Tony) passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026, in Lynchburg, VA. He was born on July 1, 1967.

Tony worked as an assembly mechanic at SML Packing Solutions LLC. He had a deep love for the outdoors and music, specifically enjoying fishing, hunting, playing the drums, and listening to music. He also cherished the time spent playing online...

Clarice Lewis

Clarice Lewis

Jan 29, 2026

On Thursday, January 29, 2026, the Prince of Peace closed the eyes of Clarice Haythe Lewis at her residence and her soul winged its flight from the world of pain to a place of eternal rest.

She was born on September 5, 1940 in Lynchburg, VA to the late Clarence and Vera Haythe.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Jennifer Gibson

Jennifer Gibson

Jan 29, 2026

Jennifer Gibson, of Forest, passed away Thursday, January 29, 2026.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00P.M. at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel. Interment will follow at the Holy Land Cemetery in Bedford, VA.

Tharp Funeral home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.

Tyheem Royster

Tyheem Royster

Jan 28, 2026

Tyheem Royster, 27, of Forest, VA, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg Chapel,  located at 220 Breezewood Drive Lynchburg, Virginia 24502.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. 

Narcissa Elizabeth Basten

Narcissa Elizabeth Basten

Jan 28, 2026

Narcissa Elizabeth Basten, 81, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on January 28, 2026. Born on May 9, 1944, to the late Rosalie and David Ellis Basten. “Cissa” grew up in Lynchburg, Virginia where she attended E.C. Glass high school and then graduated from Queens College in North Carolina. She then went on to start a catering company with...

Donald Ray Newton

Donald Ray Newton

Jan 30, 2026

Donald “Don” Newton, age 70, passed away peacefully at his home on January 30, 2026 after a long illness.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, KB and Edna Newton.

He was a devoted and loving husband to his wife of 46 years, Joanne. Their marriage was built on love, companionship, and unwavering support. Other surviving family members include his son,...

Reynold "Ren" Phalen Stimart

Reynold "Ren" Phalen Stimart

Jan 19, 2026

Reynold (Ren) Phalen Stimart passed away on January 19, 2026, in McLean, Virginia. He was the son of the late Clifford Herman Stimart and Mary Elizabeth Hoyle Stimart. Born October 31, 1944, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Ren graduated from Chicago City High School in Chicago City, Minnesota. He earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from the University of Minnesota and...

James Smotrel

James Smotrel

Jan 28, 2026

James Richard Smotrel, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on January 28th, 2026. He was the son of the late John and Ann Smotryski. In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his brothers John Smotryski and Joseph Smotryski.

Jim is survived by his wife Judy of 46 years; his two daughters Sarah Pierson and Jessica White, and their...

Richard Wayne Wingfield

Richard Wayne Wingfield

Feb 2, 2026

Richard Wayne Wingfield, 82, of Bedford passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at Cardinal Senior Living in Bedford. He was born in Roanoke, VA on November 12, 1943. A son of the late Virginia Lillie Eckart. In addition to his mother Richard was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Walker and a brother-in-law, Robert Stevens.

Richard was known for...

Geane Ewing

Geane Ewing

Jan 15, 2026

Geane Campbell Ewing, 101, of Lynchburg, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on January 15, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Vernie Chaffin Campbell and (Clyde) In addition to her parents, Geane is preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Ewing and sister, Dingle Harvey (Rooster)

Geane was born on August 11, 1924, in Lynchburg, VA...

Harvey Worley Fulcher “Sonny”

Harvey Worley Fulcher “Sonny”

Jan 16, 2026

Harvey Worley Fulcher “Sonny,” age 90, died on January 16, 2026, with his son by his side. His final weeks were spent in the hospital, with family nearly always present to comfort and love him.

Sonny was born on September 8, 1935, to Lena Worley and Howard Copeland Fulcher, and was the last of their eleven children to join them in...

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