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Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home

Thelma Louise "Lou" Cardwell

Thelma Louise "Lou" Cardwell

Sep 13, 2025

Thelma Louise "Lou" Cardwell of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. 

A memorial service will be held at Tharp Funeral Home on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM. 

Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.

Denise Selden Goode

Denise Selden Goode

Sep 10, 2025

God called Denise Selden Goode home to eternal peace on September 10, 2025, in Richmond, Virginia. She was born on December 23, 1953, in Bedford, Virginia to the late George Calvin Selden, Jr and Esther Holley Selden.

Denise accepted God at a young age and was a member of Lovely Zion Baptist Church in Bedford, Virginia until her death. Denise was...

Vivian Carthorne

Vivian Carthorne

Sep 7, 2025

Vivian Irene Carthorne, affectionately known as Wendy, peacefully passed away at the age of 59. Born in Charlottesville, Virginia, she was the beloved daughter of Frances Bradley and Alvin Lee Bradley. Vivian was proud of her brother Granvel "Al" Carthorne.

Vivian was a talented cosmetologist who earned her license while in Lynchburg, sharing her gift of beauty and confidence with many....

Tammy Lynn Wilgus

Tammy Lynn Wilgus

Sep 14, 2025

Tammy Lynn Wilgus, 39, of Concord, Virginia, passed away on September 14, 2025. She was born on January 29, 1986 in Lynchburg, Virginia. 

She graduated from Rustburg High School in 2006. Tammy enjoyed all types of music, dancing, and social activities. Tammy never met a stranger and was a friend to all. 

Tammy is survived by her father and mother, Earl and...

Roger N. Maxfield, Jr.

Roger N. Maxfield, Jr.

Sep 13, 2025

On Saturday, September 13th, 2025, Roger N. Maxfield Jr. went home to be with his Lord.

He was a loving husband and father, and he is survived by his wife Julie N. Maxfield and his son Roger N. Maxfield III, "Trip."

He obtained his associate’s degree from Newbury College. He spent the majority of his career working for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts...

Linda Pollard Jones

Linda Pollard Jones

Sep 13, 2025

Linda Pollard Jones, 70, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.

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

Pauline Irvine Everett

Pauline Irvine Everett

Sep 9, 2025

Pauline (Irvine) Everett, slipped away peacefully at Bedford Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Her final days were filled with the things she loved most family and friends. She was born in Pittsylvania County, Virginia on November 9, 1933, to the late John Irvine and Mary (Clayborn) Irvine. She was preceded in death by her son Bertram (Douglas) Everett,...

Dennis "Kane" Kinney

Dennis "Kane" Kinney

Sep 5, 2025

Dennis Ray "Kane" Kinney, 72, of Salem, Virginia passed away on September 5, 2025.

Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg is assisting the family. 

Thelma Martin Hudson

Thelma Martin Hudson

Sep 12, 2025

Thelma Martin Hudson, of Lynchburg, known lovingly as “Ga Ga” or “Thel,” passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Claude Edward “Eddie” Hudson, Jr., in November 2006.

Born in Campbell County near Brookneal on March 19, 1929, Thelma was the daughter of Mary Holland Lipscomb and Richard Brian Martin. After...

Virginia Willhardt Luken

Virginia Willhardt Luken

Sep 10, 2025

Virginia Willhardt Luken, 93, of Huddleston, VA, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, joining the love of her life in eternal peace.Born on January 25, 1932, in Bryan, Ohio, Virginia was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marjorie Horton Willhardt. She began her career in accounting before devoting herself fully to her husband and children, whom she...

Judith Paulette Glass Craft Myers

Judith Paulette Glass Craft Myers

Sep 10, 2025

Judith Paulette Glass Craft Myers, 83, of Moneta, Virginia, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family.

Born on June 21, 1942, in Radford, Virginia to the late Paul Pierce Glass and Lena Josephine "Jo" Weston Glass. Judy was raised in Roanoke, where she graduated from Jefferson High School in 1960. After marrying, she...

Harold Lee Manley

Harold Lee Manley

Sep 10, 2025

Harold Lee Manley, 57, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on September 10th, 2025. He was the son of the Felix Manley and Corine Manley. 

 Harold was born on May 29th, 1968, in Forest, VA. He attended school at Jefferson Forest High School.

Harold is survived by his children, Tabatha Manley, Ashley Manley, Christopher Manley, Robert Manley and Alivia Manley; His grandchildren Scarlett...

H. Jordan Spence, Jr.

H. Jordan Spence, Jr.

Sep 10, 2025

H. Jordan Spence, Jr., 83, peacefully passed away on September 10, 2025. Jordan was born on January 12, 1942 in Lynchburg, Virginia to his Father the late Haywood J. Spence and Mother, Ruth H. Spence. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his Sister, Deloma S. Reed and Grandmother, Josephine S. Wooldridge.

Jordan is survived by his...

Linda Lou Blair

Linda Lou Blair

Sep 2, 2025

Linda Lou Blair (Quimby) passed into heaven on September 2, 2025, in Lynchburg, Virginia.

Her faith in Christ has guided her every step. She will be remembered for her joyful spirit and her love for her family, friends and God’s word.

Linda was born on July 5, 1941, in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania to the late Lyle Benjamin and Louise Mabelle Quimby (Hebe).

She is...

Dr. James Mulligan Rodman

Dr. James Mulligan Rodman

Sep 3, 2025

Dr. James Mulligan Rodman, 78, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away September 3, 2025. He was the son of the late Dr. George Hurst and Frances Rodman.

Jim was born on October 17, 1946 in Greenville, Kentucky. He attended undergrad at Bellarmine College then pursued his medical degree at the University of Kentucky, graduating in 1976, followed by his residency at Carilion...

Maxine Kanode Bice

Maxine Kanode Bice

Aug 28, 2025

On August 28th, 2025 (Laurane) Maxine Kanode Bice died peacefully in her sleep. She was a strong willed and bright 94-year-old.

Born to Roy Wyett Kanode and Lella Evans Costigan Kanode in 1931 on a farm outside of Christiansburg, Virginia. It was there that she gained an appreciation for cooking from her mother, livestock and management from her father. Later she...

Luanne Elizabeth Lewis Coker

Luanne Elizabeth Lewis Coker

Sep 12, 2025

Luanne Elizabeth Lewis Coker of Lynchburg, VA, passed away September 12, 2025 at the age of 95 years old. She was born July 26, 1930 in Chattanooga, TN, daughter of the late Arthur Bernard Lewis and Helen Robertson Lewis. She is survived by her children Sherry Coker, Lamar Coker, and Cindy Coker Martin and children that preceded her in death...

Judy Dooley

Judy Dooley

Sep 12, 2025

Judy Law Dooley (Langford), age 78, of Lynchburg, Va., passed away on September 12, 2025. She was born on November 7, 1946, in North Carolina.

Judy leaves to cherish her memory her beloved husband, Wayne Langford.

She is also survived by her children, Heath, Jeremy, and Chris Dooley; six grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

She was a bartender at Moose Lodge 715 for several...

Robert "Bob" Brunning

Robert "Bob" Brunning

Sep 10, 2025

Robert “Bob” Brunning, 84, of Amherst, Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025.

He was the son of the late George and Jane (Finer) Brunning of Rahway, NJ.

Bob loved nature, animals, fast cars, hunting, fishing, good food and wine. Quick-witted and well-read, he was an independent, mechanically minded thinker who lived life on his own terms. He proudly served in...

Doris Ann Hayes Harper

Doris Ann Hayes Harper

Sep 10, 2025

Doris Ann Hayes Harper, 95, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025.

Born on March 4, 1930, in Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Edmond Hayes and Anna Goebel Hayes. Doris dedicated her career as a medical assistant to the care of others and faithfully served alongside Dr. W.M. Cook. She was a devoted member of...

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