Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
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...
Elbert Lewis Avery Jr.
Feb 23, 2026
Elbert Lewis Avery Jr. “Lukie” departed this life on February 23, 2026.
He was born on May 22, 1967 to the late Elbert Lewis Avery Sr. and the late Linda Ferguson Carter.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Herman Leon Carter, his stepsister, Ju-Anita Turner, his aunt, Genetta Phillips, and his uncles, Earl Ferguson, Jr....
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...
Allison Wood Hogan
Feb 27, 2026
Allison Wood Hogan passed away on February 27, 2026. Born in Albany, Georgia, she was the daughter of Mary F. DeWitt and the late Curtis D. Wood.
Allison was a proud graduate of the Brookville High School Class of 1976. She earned a B.A. and M.E. from Lynchburg College and retired from Bedford County Public Schools with 40 years of service.
She...
Bryan “Beany” Chandler Ferguson
Feb 23, 2026
Bryan Chandler Ferguson, 62, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. He was the loving and dedicated husband of Ramona Jenevie Ferguson.
Bryan “Beany” was born on August 28, 1963, in Lynchburg, Virginia to the late Carlton Conroy Ferguson, Sr. and Jean Davis Ferguson, surviving. Beany was an avid golfer and enjoyed taking his grandsons and teaching them...
Charlotte Long Cunningham
Feb 26, 2026
Charlotte Long Cunningham, 63, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The family will be receiving family and friends from 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg is assisting the family.
Curtis Glenn Hatcher
Feb 25, 2026
Curtis Glenn Hatcher, 63, of Bedford, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born in Bedford, VA on January 2, 1963. Glenn was preceded in death by his father, Elmer Elisha Hatcher and sister, Angela Renee
Glenn was a lover of the outdoors who enjoyed every opportunity to hunt and fish. He...
James Carroll "Jim" Harris
Feb 24, 2026
James Carroll "Jim" Harris, 88, of Goode, Virginia, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2026. Born on September 12, 1937, in Front Royal, Virginia, Jim was the son of the late Frederick K. Harris and Caroline B. Harris.
Jim proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1957 to 1967 as a radioman. His decade of service included a...
Diamond Johnson
Feb 24, 2026
Diamond Johnson, 32, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on February 24, 2026.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Frank "Chip" Hobson Eastman, Jr.
Feb 24, 2026
Frank (“Chip”) Hobson Eastman Jr., 65, of Henrico, Virginia passed away February 24th, 2026. He was son of the late Frank H. Eastman Sr.
Aside from his father, he was preceded in death by his step-son, Nathan. He is survived by his daughter and devoted caregiver, Madison G. Eastman(Mick) and grandson Julian S. Walker, who he loved and cherished more than...
Carolyn Jeannette Allen
Feb 24, 2026
Carolyn Jeannette Allen, 80, of Lynchburg, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Carolyn was born July 9, 1945, in Prince Edward County, Virginia, a daughter of the late Henry Clay Allen and Eleanor Covington Allen.
She is survived by her four daughters: Susan Tillman (Tony) of Stafford, Mary Shepherd of Lynchburg, Ellen Taylor of Evington, and Betty Kesler of Forest, a sister...
Russell Joseph Otey
Feb 24, 2026
Mr. Russell Joseph Otey, of Goode, Virginia, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Born on May 26, 1937, in Bedford, Virginia, Russell was lovingly raised from a young age by his aunt and uncle, Geneva Brown and Rudolph Brown.
Russell accepted Christ early in life and became a member of Oakmulgee Baptist Church. He attended Susie...
Delia Mae Vereen
Feb 24, 2026
Delia Mae Vereen, 67, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on February 24, 2026.
A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 1:00 pm at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Carol Campbell
Feb 24, 2026
Carol Jean Trent Campbell, 78, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of those who cherished her. She was born on July 13, 1947, in Farmville, VA, to her parents, Philip and Carrie Trent.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Campbell; her brother, Marvin Trent; her grandson, Ethan Hodge; and her parents, Carrie and...
Michael Dwayne Ferguson
Feb 23, 2026
Michael Ferguson, of Lynchburg, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026.
A funeral service will be held at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel on Friday, March 6, 2026 at 1:00P.M. The family will recieve one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Briarwood Memorial Park.
Tharp Funeral home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.
Patricia Jo Orr Graham
Feb 23, 2026
Patricia “Patty” Jo Orr Graham, age 77, passed away at peace in Lynchburg, VA, on February 23, 2026, after bravely battling long-term chronic illness.
She was born January 11, 1949, in Weston, WV, a daughter of the late Virginia Lough and John Warren Orr.
After graduating from Lewis County High School in 1967, Patty attended Marshall University, where she received her Bachelor’s...
Carrie Morgan
Feb 23, 2026
Carrie L. Morgan 80, passed on Monday, February 23,2026.
A private celebration of life will be held Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Ramp Church International
Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.
Sherry Booker
Feb 23, 2026
Sherry Booker, of Lynchburg, transitioned from her earthly life on Monday, February 23, 2026.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at The Ramp Church International at 12:00P.M. The family will receive friends Friday, March 6, 2026 between the hours of 6:00P.M. - 8:00P.M. at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Location. Mrs. Booker will also lie in repose...
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...
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.
The family will be receiving family and friends at 1408 9th Street daily before 9:00 p.m.
Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is serving the...
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