Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Anne Catherine Whicker Campbell
Feb 22, 2026
Anne Catherine Whicker Campbell, 89, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Commonwealth Senior Living in South Boston. She was the beloved wife of the late Dallas Wade Campbell for over 63 years.
Anne was born on September 22, 1936, in Bristol, VA, a daughter of the late John Edward Whicker and Rose Carter Whicker.
She was...
Benny Ray Montgomery
Feb 19, 2026
Benny R. Montgomery, E.A., 87, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on February 19, 2026. He was the son of the late Troy Montgomery and Mabel Montgomery. Born September 6, 1938, in Danville, Virginia.
He enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving four years during the Korean war; receiving letters of commendation for sharpshooter and expert rifle. He remained in the National Guard...
James Smith III
Feb 21, 2026
James Andrew Smith III, of Lynchburg, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Lynchburg Chapel at 2:00P.M. Interment will follow at the Baptist Cemetery.
Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.
Ernest Carl McCray
Feb 20, 2026
Ernest Carl McCray, 79, passed away on February 20, 2026, in Richmond, Virginia.
Carl was born on January 29, 1947, in Amherst County, Virginia. He joined Timothy Baptist Church at an early age and attended Central High School. He had a remarkable ability to play the piano, as well as both lead and bass guitars, which brought joy to many throughout...
Joyce Ann Whitted
Feb 20, 2026
On Friday, February 20, 2026, Joyce Ann Whitted departed from this life at Lynchburg General Hospital. She was born on September 13, 1962, to the late Mr. James “Kilroy” Whitted and Mrs. Janice Whitted.
Joyce grew up and lived her whole life in Lynchburg, VA where she was a hard-working woman and held positions at Bank of America, Genworth and was...
Donald Luttrell, Sr.
Feb 20, 2026
Donald Luttrell, Sr., 58, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026.
A visitation will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026 from 6:00 p.m.to 8:00 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg.
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George Henry Corring, Jr.
Feb 19, 2026
George Henry Corring, Jr., age 71, passed away on February 19, 2026, in Fincastle, Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Henry Corring, Sr. and Henrietta Walker Corring.
George is survived by his children, Katie, William (Kimberly), and James (Jaclyn), and his granddaughter, Charlotte, all of whom he was immensely proud of.
George shared his home with his long...
Kenneth Watts
Feb 19, 2026
Kenneth “Kenny” Watts, 67, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on February 19, 2026, just days after celebrating his birthday. He was born on February 10, 1959, to Edward Ray Watts Sr. and Mary Louise Watts.
Kenny was a devoted son, brother, and uncle who loved his family deeply. He was a hardworking pipe fitter and welder who took pride in an...
Jonathan F. Carter
Feb 17, 2026
Jonathan Franklin Carter, 39 of Lynchburg, formally of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. He was born in Bedford, VA on June 11, 1986. A son of Kathy Catron Havens and the late Ronald Davis “Ronnie” Carter. In addition to his dad, Jonathan was predeceased by his Maternal Grandfather and his best friend, Buford Catron, Paternal Grandparents, Hazel...
Richard "Dick" Schoew
Feb 17, 2026
Richard "Dick" Schoew, 73, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg is assisting the family.
Daphne B. Coleman
Feb 17, 2026
Daphne B. Coleman, born May 21, 1932, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, at Westminster Canterbury in Lynchburg, Va.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl E. Coleman; her son, William A. Coleman (Bill); and her daughter, Rebecca Lynn Coleman.
She is survived by her children, Cheryl D. Coleman (Minnie Coetzee), Laurie Coleman (Peter Savarino), Mark Coleman (Wenbren Coleman), and...
David Edward May, Sr.
Feb 15, 2026
David “ Fat Daddy” May, Sr., 65, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on February 15, 2026.
Born on November 14, 1960, in Virginia, David was a man who carried himself with quiet strength and unmistakable presence. He was street-smart, sharp-witted, and lived life on his own terms. Those who knew him understood that respect wasn’t something he asked for — it...
Harry James (Halsley) McCray
Feb 15, 2026
Harry James (Halsley) McCray was born on January 13, 1958 to James and Nancy McCray. He was called home early Sunday morning on February 15, 2026.
He joined Chestnut Grove Baptist Church at an early age. He worked for R.R. Donnelly for over 20 years until his illness. He loved his family and friends and also fishing and hunting.
He was preceded...
Kenneth Walter Thompson
Feb 14, 2026
Kenneth Walter Thompson, 85, of Bethesda, Maryland died on February 14, 2026. He was happily married to Diana DeFranceschi Thompson for 59 years this coming March.
Born October 21, 1940, in Lynchburg, Virginia, Ken was the son of the late Everett Walter Thompson and the late Doris Torrence Thompson and the brother of the late Linda Hale.
In addition to his wife,...
Leslie John Dziewisz
Feb 14, 2026
Leslie John Dziewisz, 73, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 1, 1952, in Wadsworth, Ohio, he was the son of the late Joseph and Florence Dziewisz.
After graduating from E.C. Glass High School in 1970, Les earned a bachelor's degree in history from the Virginia Military Institute in 1974....
Gerald “Jerry” Edward Martin
Feb 14, 2026
Gerald “Jerry” Edward Martin, 99, of Forest, Virginia, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026. He was the son of the late Edward and Mildred Ludin Martin.
Jerry was born on August 30, 1926, in Aurora, Illinois. He attended the University of Illinois, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering in 1951. He retired in 1987 as...
Baby Jalora Nimoni Barnett
Feb 14, 2026
Jalora “Jaylo” Nimoni Barnett was born sleeping beautifully on February 14, 2026.
She is the cherished daughter of loving parents, Jacquelle Coles and Justin Barnett. Though her time with us was brief, she filled our hearts with everlasting love.
Jalora is survived by her older siblings, Josiah Hawkins, Braylen Barnett, and Bailey Barnett; her grandparents, Ethel Reeves, Jamin McCoy (Sharon), and Sidney...
Michael Allen Seay
Feb 14, 2026
Michael Allen Seay, 64, of Lynchburg, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026. He was the husband of Lisa Walters Seay.
Mike was born April 3, 1961, on a U.S. military installation in Hahn, Germany, to the late Allen Daniel and Shirley Grubbs Seay. Mike was a jack of all trades and a professional welder, plumber, and mechanic. He especially enjoyed spending...
Henry Luke Henson
Feb 14, 2026
Henry Luke Henson passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
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