Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Ronald "Josh" Smith, Jr.
Jun 26, 2026
Ronald "Josh" Smith, Jr., 77, of Madison Heights, Virginia, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Ronald was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, faithful Christian, and friend. He never met a stranger, and everyone who crossed his path was greeted with a warm smile, a kind word, or a joke that left them laughing. His joyful...
Jacqueline H. Early-Taliaferro
Jun 23, 2026
Well done, good and faithful servant.” — Matthew 25:23
Jacqueline Hamler Early-Taliaferro peacefully entered eternal rest on June 23, 2026, at the age of 95.
Born on May 21, 1931, in Lynchburg, Virginia, Jacqueline was the beloved daughter of the late Nellie Hamler and John Edward “Jack” Hamler. She was the sister of the late John Edward Hamler, III. A proud daughter...
Herman Lewis Walthall
Jun 19, 2026
Herman Lewis Walthall, 74, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on June 19, 2026.
Herman was born on July 18, 1951, in Lynchburg, Virginia, to the late Herman and Louisiana Walthall.
He was a great baseball player and attended school at Dunbar High School. Herman was a member of Nazareth Baptist Church in Phenix, VA. He enjoyed fishing, crossword puzzles, playing cards, and...
Dianna Hatzell Bolton-Wingfield
Jun 18, 2026
Dianna Hatzell Bolton-Wingfield entered into the presence of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 18, 2026, just days after celebrating her eightieth birthday on June 6. Dianna was born in Conway, Arkansas, and soon thereafter she moved to the San Francisco Bay Area in California where she spent most of her life before relocating to Lynchburg, Virginia, in 2016.
Dianna lived...
William Clarence "Bill" Mauser
Apr 26, 2026
William Clarence Mauser, 68, of Bedford, Virginia, died on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Known to those who loved him as Bill or Bus, he was a beloved son, father, partner, grandfather (Pop Pop), brother, and dear friend to many.
Bill was born on July 22, 1957, in Farmingdale, New Jersey, to Albert William Mauser and Gayle Marie Shafto Mauser. Along with...
Carlos Rafael Roman Sr.
Jun 22, 2026
Carlos Rafael Roman Sr, 66, of Monroe Va, passed away on Monday, June 22,2026. He was born October 24, 1959 to Juan Lino Roman and Margarita Vega in Ciales, Puerto Rico.
In addition to his parents, Carlos was preceded in death by his son, Carlos Rican Roman Jr; siblings Juan Roman, Angel Roman, and Nilda Roman; and grandchildren Arianna Thornhill and...
Sue Wright Scranton
Jun 19, 2026
Sue Wright Scranton , 73, of Forest, entered into heaven on Friday, June 19, 2026 to the welcome arms of her Lord and savior Jesus Christ, her parents and other family members as well friends who have gone on before, but most especially, to her most beloved husband, Phillip, who preceded her with his untimely passing on December13, 2012. Sue...
Derick Hendricks
Jun 5, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Derick Hendricks on June 5, 2026, at the age of 48.
Born on September 29, 1977, in Lynchburg, Virginia, Derick was a hardworking and talented metal fabricator who took great pride in his craft. He was known for his dedication, strong work ethic, and his willingness to help others whenever...
Margaret Iseman
Jun 25, 2026
Katherine Smith Iseman, 90, of Forest, Virginia passed away on June 25, 2026.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is serving the family.
Diane Brown
Jun 24, 2026
Diane Brown , 79, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Madison Heights, is assisting the family.
Christopher Joseph Cass
Jun 24, 2026
Christopher Joseph Cass, 63, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on June 24, 2026, after a long battle with cancer.
Christopher was born on December 5, 1962, in Rosedale, New York, to Edmund Francis Cass, Jr. and Sarah Bernedette "Sally" Kovach Cass.
Christopher will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, his love for animals, and his ability to lighten any mood...
Margaret Dillard
Jun 23, 2026
Margaret (Marge) Corlett Dillard passed away on June 23, 2026, at 100 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband, Powell Garland Dillard, Jr., MD, whom she married in 1948. She was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on February 27, 1926, daughter of the late Meryl and Aimee Browning Corlett. Marge was educated in the Battle Creek public...
Dolphine Lucille Overstreet Swofford
Jun 22, 2026
Dolphine Lucille Overstreet Swofford left this life peacefully on June 22,2026 to join her Heavenly Father and the love of her life James O. Swofford Jr.
She was born February 27, 1928 to Elbert D. (Ned) and Lura Foster Overstreet. Raised in Bedford VA, she was a graduate of Montvale High School and National Business College.
Marrying USAF Master Sargent, James Swofford,...
Dorothy Franklin
Jun 22, 2026
Dorothy Horsley Franklin, 90, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026.
A funeral service will be held in the Chapel of Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Viewing will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Chestnut Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is assisting...
Jeanne Owen Buhler
Jun 21, 2026
Jeanne Owen Buhler, age 96, died peacefully the morning of June 21, 2026, after a long and challenging journey with dementia. Jeanne was a remarkably kind and giving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Throughout her life she was generous, selfless, and happy to quietly play a supportive role for those she loved. Jeanne was observant, hopeful, a peacemaker, and a...
Michael Anthony Jackson
Jun 21, 2026
Michael Anthony Jackson peacefully entered eternal rest on Sunday, June 21, 2026. He was a man of gentle strength, abiding love, a sense of humor, and hard worker. Michael lived a life of kindness and made friends wherever he went.
Michael was born in Prince Edward County, Virginia. He was the beloved son of Alfred Jackson and Joyce Priscilla Jackson.
In June...
William Mitchell
Jun 21, 2026
William Fred Mitchell , 91, of Gladstone, VA, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Madison Heights, is assisting the family.
Glenn Richard Wertz, II
Jun 20, 2026
Glenn Richard Wertz II, 79, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026, after a courageous battle with colorectal cancer. He was the devoted husband of Jeanette Wertz, with whom he shared 46 years of marriage.
Glenn was born on May 24, 1947, in Salem, Virginia, the son of the late Glenn Richard Wertz and Melva Flora Wertz. He honorably served his...
Melvin Gene Pegram
Jun 20, 2026
Melvin Pegram
Born May 25, 1941 to Troy and Edna Pegram in Kernersville NC where he grew up working on the family farm with his eight siblings.
After graduating from Stokesdale High School and working for several years, he enlisted in the US Army where he served in the 385th Military Police Battalion and then served in the US Army Reserves until...
Gene L. Daily
Jun 20, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gene L. Daily, 84, of Lynchburg, Virginia, who passed away on June 20, 2026, surrounded by family. Gene was born on March 1, 1942, in Franklin, Pennsylvania, to Glenn Daily and Nellie Latshaw.
Gene attended Franklin Senior High School, then pursued his education in mechanical engineering at Penn State University...
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