Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Robert E. Mitchell
May 19, 2026
Heaven received a new resident on May 19th, 2026. Robert E. Mitchell has passed away and is now at peace with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. “Bob” had always been known for his caring heart. He used his intelligence, attention to detail, and his jolly attitude to show that care for others. Due to his profession as an electrician,...
Robert Nathaniel Butler, Jr.
May 5, 2026
Mr. Robert Nathaniel Butler Jr. age 61, of Bedford, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday May 5, 2026, at Lynchburg General Hospital after a brief illness.
He was born October 12, 1964, to the late Robert and Macie Thomasson Butler.
In addition to his parents Robert was preceded in death by three sisters Rhonda who was an infant at death,...
Clarence Meadows, Jr.
May 10, 2026
Clarence Meadows Jr., 68, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on May 10th of 2026. He was the son of Clarence Meadows Sr. and Dorothy Lee Younger.
Clarence Meadows Jr. was born on February 6th 1958, in Lynchburg Va, to Clarence Meadows Sr. and Dorothy Younger.
Clarence is remembered as a man of warmth, a true extrovert who never met a stranger. He...
Carol Overstreet Lee
May 18, 2026
Carol Overstreet Lee of Forest passed away surrounded by loved ones on Monday, May 18, 2026, at Lynchburg General Hospital, at the age of 83. Born on June 11, 1942, in Huntington, WV, she was the daughter of the late Maurice Gank Overstreet and the late Ralphine Coffey Overstreet. She was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years,...
David Warren Hawks, Sr.
Apr 29, 2026
Surrounded by family, David Warren Hawks, Sr. went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Born on September 4, 1941, in Lynchburg, VA, he was the son of the late William and Lorene Hawks. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his son Rodney Grubbs (Pam), his two sisters Fay Cash (Massie) and Joyce Kent...
Lorraine Helen Conklin
Mar 25, 2026
Lorraine Helen Conklin, 90, passed away March 25, 2026 with her granddaughter Brittany Conklin at her side at Lynchburg General Hospital after a brief illness in Lynchburg, Virginia. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 50 years Harry C. Conklin, her parents Julia and Frank Caiaffo, her sisters Nancy Anna and Rosemarie Caiaffo, her daughter Robin (husband...
Pastor Carrington Howard Banks, Jr.
May 20, 2026
Pastor Carrington Howard Banks, Jr., 75, of Lynchburg, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Andrew Joseph Topa
May 15, 2026
Andrew Joseph Topa, 79, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on May 15, 2026. He was the son of the late Chester and Mary Topa.
He was born on June 21, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Andy attended Rutgers College in New Jersey and Lynchburg College. He worked with young people in Junior Achievement and participated in United Way events. His first love...
Jennifer Green
Jun 16, 2026
Jennifer Wilson Green, 86, passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 16, 2026.
A longtime resident of Westminster Canterbury in Lynchburg, Jenny was a devoted member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Bedford, where she found faith, friendship, and community through the Altar Guild and choir. She was also an active member of P.E.O. Sisterhood, where she enjoyed working alongside both new...
Margaret R. Wenning
May 18, 2026
Margaret Royce Wenning’s Story
May 22,1928 to May 18, 2026
“With a keen eye and a quiet patience, Margaret found profound beauty in the natural world. Whether identifying native birds in the morning mist or observing the seasonal changes in the local woodlands, she found endless inspiration in the outdoors.”
Just 4 days shy of her 98th birthday, Margaret R. Wenning of Madison...
Arthur Richard Krottnauer
May 15, 2026
Arthur Richard Krottnauer, 90, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Affinity Hospice and Operation Smile.
Tharp Funeral Home and Crematory, Lynchburg is assisting the family.
Timothy Alexander "Timmy" Gibson
May 14, 2026
Timothy Alexander “Timmy” Gibson, 18 of Roanoke, passed away tragically on Thursday, May 14, 2026, for injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born in Roanoke, VA on March 18, 2008. A son of Ruby Jean Delp Highsmith and the late Charles Christopher Gibson Sr.; Maternal Grandmother, Trudy “Nana” Delp; Maternal Grandfather, Steve Delp Sr.; paternal grandmother, Melissa “Missy”...
Adrianne Lynn Hallauer
May 14, 2026
Adrianne Lynn “Annie” Hallauer, 17 of Bedford tragically passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident on May 14, 2026. She was born in Bedford, VA on September 19, 2008. The daughter of David Andrew Hallauer and Lisa Smith Hallauer. Annie was predeceased by her half-sister, Angel Marie Hallauer; her loving dog Sassy; and Annie’s boyfriend, Timmy Gibson, who...
Carleen Womack
May 13, 2026
Carleen G. Womack, 78, of Rustburg, Virginia was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, where she was lovingly reunited and embraced by those who had gone before her.
Born in Lynchburg, Virginia, on September 02, 1947, Carleen was the cherished daughter of the late Carl Walker Glass and Dorothy Weeks Glass. As one of three...
Robert Lewis "Bob" Ferrell
May 12, 2026
Robert Lewis “Bob” Ferrell, 85, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on May 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on November 27, 1940, in Bedford, Virginia, Bob was the son of the late Nelson and Vivian Ferrell.
Bob was a proud graduate of Huddleston High School, where he served as Salutatorian of the Class of 1959. He went...
Carol Ann Cygan
May 11, 2026
Carol Cygan, affectionately known as "Kitty," passed away on May 11, 2026, at Lynchburg General Hospital. Full of life, humor, and love, she carried a joyful spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. Throughout her 77 years, Kitty shared laughter, warmth, and countless memories with the many people who came to cherish her.
She delighted in dancing, spending time...
Michael Spruce Christian, Sr.
May 11, 2026
Michael Spruce Christian, Sr. passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia. He was born September 21, 1949, to the late James Dearing Christian Jr. and the late Margaret (Rita) Spruce Christian. He was married to Patricia (Tricia) Shaw Christian for fifty-two years.
Michael was the middle and nicest of five siblings...
Donald Patrick Illig, Jr.
May 11, 2026
Donald Patrick Illig, Jr., 74, of Lynchburg , passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026.
A Celebration of Life will be held at North Bedford Baptist Church on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:30 AM.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Harold Leonard Simmons
May 10, 2026
Harold Leonard Simmons, 60, of Lynchburg, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Lila Abrash Rosenthal
May 9, 2026
Lila Abrash Rosenthal, 100, of Lynchburg, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2026. She was the wife of the late Dr. Macey Herschel Rosenthal.
Lila was born on May 2, 1926, in Paterson, New Jersey, a daughter of the late George Abrash and Ann Gold Abrash. Lila received her Master’s Degree in Education and then married the love of her life Macey...
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