Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Demetrius Devone Mott
Apr 14, 2026
Demetrius Mott, 49 of Dumfries, Virginia passed away on April 14, 2026. He was the son of Deborah & Carl Mott.
Demetrius was born on February 21,1977 in Washington, DC. He attended school at Gar-field High School then pursued serval paths of higher education and obtained a CFC as a certified HVAC technician in Florida.
Demetrius attended many churches over the years,...
Lucy Lee Raven
Apr 26, 2026
Lucy Lee Raven, affectionately known as “Aunt Lou”, departed this life peacefully on April 26, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on August 3, 1939, she was a lifelong resident of Evington, Virginia. Lucy was the beloved daughter of the late Starling Scott and Mary Ward Scott.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Willie...
Eugenia Davidson
Apr 5, 2026
Eugenia (Gena) Sewell Davidson, born on November 9, 1942, passed away peacefully in Lynchburg, Virginia on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the age of 83. Gena’s journey began in Columbus, Georgia, where she was born to Russell and Blanche Sewell and grew up alongside her younger brother, Russell Neal Sewell, Jr. Lavonia, Georgia, home of her grandparents, always held a...
Ricky D. Brafford, Sr.
Apr 25, 2026
Rick Brafford, 72, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on April 25, 2026. He was the son of the late Rev. William Guy Brafford and Eva Mayfield Brafford.
Rick was born on November 12, 1953, in Concord, North Carolina. He attended school at Catawba College on a football scholarship, then pursued his career in ministry, first at his father’s church, Grace Covenant...
Regina Jones
Apr 25, 2026
It is with profound sorrow and heartfelt love that we announce the passing of Regina Ebeth Rosser Jones, affectionately known as “Geanie” to her family and close friends. Regina departed this life on April 25, 2026, at the age of 55.
Regina was born on August 26, 1970, to Craig Rosser Sr. and Delores R. Wade. She received her early education...
Antoine Johnson
Apr 17, 2026
Antoine G. Johnson, 64, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on April 17, 2026.
Antoine was born on July 14, 1961, in Lynchburg, Virginia to the late Othelia B. Johnson.
Antoine was baptized at White Rock Baptist Church at an early age. He was employed by Lynchburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority in the early 1980’s as a maintenance man. He enjoyed all sports,...
Marvin Price Owen
Apr 29, 2026
Marvin Price Owen, 86, of Lynchburg passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026. He was the husband of the late Helen Reynolds Owens for 56 years until her death in 2021.
Marvin was born in Halifax County, Virginia, on January 5, 1940, a son of the late E.B. Owen and Edith Wade Owen. In addition to his wife and parents, he was...
Theron Hokuka’ukakahiaka Manning
Apr 28, 2026
Theron Hokuka’ukakahiaka Manning (age 84) passed away at home in Forest, Virginia on April 28, 2026, after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.
He was born on May 22, 1941, in Hilo, Hawai’i to Gabriel Aloha Manning, Jr. and the former Virginia Martines de Santos.
Theron was raised in Hilo, Hawai’i and attended Hilo High School, Church College of HawaiÊ»i in La’ie,...
Harvey Beale Carlton
Apr 26, 2026
Harvey Beale Carlton, 94, of Bedford passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Bedford County Nursing Home. He was born in Washington D.C. on September 13, 1931, a son of the late Joseph C. Carlton and Rosa Nell Carlton. In addition to his parents Harvey was preceded in death by his granddaughter-in-law, Sally Carlton.
Harvey loved the Lord and was...
Marie Shelton
Apr 26, 2026
With a heart both tender and steadfast, we gather to honor the life of Marie Shelton, a distinguished educator, devoted Christian, and cherished member of the Lynchburg community, who passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026, in Lynchburg, Virginia. Born on January 14, 1939, Marie’s journey began in the very town that would come to know her profound contributions and...
Charles Keatts
Apr 26, 2026
Charles William Keatts, 78, of Evington, Virginia passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
The family will be receiving family and friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is serving the family.
Catherine "Kitty" Davenport
Apr 25, 2026
Kitty Davenport, 91, of Westminster Canterbury in Lynchburg, died on Saturday, April 25, 2026. She is survived by her daughter, Cathy Davenport, and Cathy’s husband, Jim Davenport. She is also survived by nieces and nephews- Sarah Matthey (Robert), Nan Davenport, Kit Davenport, Mike Davenport, Ali Wieboldt (Tom), and Paul Davenport (Charlene). Kitty was predeceased by her husband James Robert (Bob)...
Joy "Bena" Anderson
Apr 24, 2026
Joy "Bena" Anderson, 61, of Lynchburg, Virginia, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 24, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her father, Sylvester Anderson Sr.; her longtime companion, Albert Paige Sr.; her brother, Orlando Anderson; and her sister-in-law, Laura Anderson.
Bena leaves to cherish her memory, her mother, Virgie Anderson.
She is also survived by her siblings: Gwen...
Jean Davis Saunders
Apr 23, 2026
Jean Davis Saunders, 83, of Lynchburg, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
Jean Saunders was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and a true and loyal friend. She was the heart of her family—a steady presence whose love shaped generations.
Born on April 9, 1943, in Lynchburg, Jean was the only child of the late Onyx Stewart and Eva Ashwell Parker....
Mary Douglas
Apr 22, 2026
Without notice on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, round about 2:06 pm, God dispatched angels from heaven to escort Mary Burnley Richeson Douglas from her earthly home to her eternal mansion in the sky. Mary entered this earthly realm on January 18, 1936, to the late Robert and Matilda Richeson. On April 22, 1957, she was joined in holy matrimony to...
Sherry Kay Fillman
Apr 21, 2026
Sherry Kay Fillman (nee Dishon), age 78 of Bedford, VA passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Cardinal Assisted Living. Born August 23, 1947 in Princeton, WV, she was the daughter of the late Harley French Dishon and Cordie Ennis Walker Dishon. Her husband, Robert Eugene Fillman, five brothers; Gilvie, Ray, Gail, Norris & Harley Cramer and two sisters; Rita...
Mary Frances DeWitt
Apr 21, 2026
Mary Frances DeWitt, 87, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on April 21, 2026. She was born on March 14, 1939, to the late James Melvin DeWitt, Sr. and Katie Elizabeth Reynolds DeWitt.
Mary was lovingly known for her vibrant spirit and kind heart. She spent many cherished years in her home on Fleetwood Drive, where she created a lifetime of memories...
Frank J. Worley, Jr.
Apr 21, 2026
Frank Justice "Frankie" Worley Jr., a cherished member of our community, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, in Lynchburg, Virginia, at the age of 79. Born on November 4, 1946, in Roanoke, Virginia, Frank’s life was defined by his warm spirit and generous heart.
Frank's early years were spent in Roanoke, where he developed a lifelong love for the great...
Helen Austin Dooley
Apr 21, 2026
Helen Austin Dooley, 93, of Lynchburg, Virginia, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. She was surrounded by family as she began her heavenly journey to reunite with her husband and children.
Born on September 9, 1932, in Virginia, Helen was the cherished daughter of the late Bryant William Sale and Nora Burch Sale. She was preceded in death...
Tammy Lynn Padgett Holmes
Apr 20, 2026
Tammy Lynn Padgett Holmes, 56, of Forest, Virginia, passed away on April 20, 2026.
Tammy was born on August 28, 1969, in Lynchburg, Virginia, to Howard Lee Padgett and Dara Johnson Padgett. She spent her life rooted in family, connection, and the simple moments that meant the most.
Tammy worked as a beautician in the cosmetic industry, a role that reflected her...
Make Arrangements Online
Online Pre-Planning
Begin planning now. Online Cremation and Burial Arrangements Available - all details can be arranged from home.
