Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Leslie Clifton Garrison
Jul 13, 2026
Leslie Clifton Garrison, 63, of Lynchburg, Virginia, transitioned home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, July 13, 2026.
A celebration of Les' life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Scott Zion Baptist Church. The family will be receiving friends one hour prior to the service.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg,...
Sandra White Denton
Jul 8, 2026
Sandra White Denton, 75, of Madison Heights, Virginia, passed away on July 8, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Dewey White and Virginia Pearl White, and the wife of James Denton; though divorced, they remained good friends until his passing in 1993. Sandra was born on June 9, 1951, in Amherst, Virginia.
She graduated from Amherst High School, where...
Anne Marie Faria
Jul 2, 2026
Anne Marie Lambert Faria, 87, of Goode passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at her home in Goode. She was born in Fall River Massachusetts on September 21, 1938 a daughter of the late Charles Emile Lambert and Maria Joseph Viveiros Lambert. In addition to her Parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Nomesio Faria; and son,...
Milton John Green
Jul 9, 2026
"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7
With profound love and deep gratitude for a life well lived, it is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Milton John Green, age 85, of Lynchburg, Virginia, who peacefully departed this life on July 9, 2026. His life was...
Betty Minerva Culpepper
May 12, 2026
Betty Minerva Culpepper, affectionately known as "Lil Sis," departed this life on May 12, 2026, at her home in Columbia, Maryland.
A native of Lynchburg, Virginia, she devoted her life to education, family, and service. She was the beloved daughter of the late Roosevelt Culpepper and Agnes Louise Head Culpepper Witcher.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Glenn Head...
Sherieka Herndon
Jul 6, 2026
Sherieka Herndon, of Lynchburg, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 23, 2026 at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel at 1:00P.M. Ms. Herndon will be available for viewing on Thursday, July 22, 2026 between the hours of 1:00P.M. - 7:00P.M.. To make monetary contributions towards the services please call the Lynchburg Location...
Marsha Allen Burks
Jul 13, 2026
Marsha Allen Burks, 74, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on July 13, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Harry "Gene" Pearson and Neta Pearson.
Marsha was born in Talladega, Alabama. She made Lynchburg, Virginia her home for 57 years. She attended Radford College and went on to earn her Master's degree from Lynchburg College. She devoted over 30 years...
Joseph J Krakora
Jul 12, 2026
Joseph J. Krakora
April 3, 1939 – July 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph J. Krakora, a visionary storyteller, filmmaker, and devoted husband whose warmth, curiosity, and gentle spirit brought a smile to everyone he met. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word. Joe had a rare gift for making people...
Thomas E. Evans
Jul 12, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Thomas "Tom" Evans
Thomas "Tom" Evans, age 84, passed away on July 12, 2026. Born in Lynchburg, Virginia, he later called Washington, D.C., Blackstone, and Richmond, Virginia, home. He lived life on his own terms—with a good sense of humor, a strong work ethic, and a Bloody Mary never too far away.
Tom proudly served his country as...
Richard Lee Daugherty
Jul 11, 2026
Richard Lee Daugherty, 97, of Lynchburg, died on July 11, 2026 in Bedford Memorial Hospital. He was born in Pueblo, Colorado on May 29, 1929, the son of the late Walter and Rose Daugherty.
He was the National Sales Director for Frances Denney (formerly Chapstick). He was a United States Navy Veteran. He belonged to the Moose Lodge #1727 where he...
Kathy Muehlemann
Jul 9, 2026
Kathy Muehlemann
Kathy Muehlemann, painter and teacher, died peacefully in her studio on Thursday, July 9, 2026 with her husband by her side.
She was 76 and lived in Lynchburg, Virginia. The cause of death was pancreatic cancer.
Kathy spent 20 formative years, from the mid-1970s to the mid-1990s, living and painting in New York City, becoming part of a diverse community of...
Billy Gray Johnson
Jul 9, 2026
Billy Johnson, 71, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on July 9, 2026. He was the son of the late James Johnson and Martha Johnson.
Billy was born on January 29, 1955, in Lynchburg, Va. He worked for many years with Griffin Pipe. Billy enjoyed hunting, riding motorcycles and working on his tractor.
Billy is survived by his children, Sherry Shuford, James, Jason,...
Tina Dooley Daulton
Jul 9, 2026
Tina Dooley Daulton, 62, of Huddleston, passed away on July 9, 2026. She was born on May 18, 1964, in Lynchburg, VA. A daughter of the late James Garland Dooley, Sr. and Arlene Coghill. Tina loved going on trips, especially to the beach in the Outer Banks. She enjoyed camping when she was able and was always up for a...
Linda "Kay" Boyd Carter
Jul 9, 2026
Linda Kay Carter, 77, of Madison Heights, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026.
Arrangements are pending at this time and to be announced once finalized.
Joshua Thomas
Jul 9, 2026
Joshua James-Philip Thomas, 35, of Appomattox, VA, passed away at his residence on July 9, 2026.
Joshua was born in Lynchburg, VA on June 3, 1991, to LaJuan Antoinette Thomas. Joshua was preceded in death by his Grandfather James “Peanut” Thomas, his aunt Belinda Thomas and Uncle Delaware Hicks (Staffon), and father-in-law Charles Coffey Jr.
Joshua graduated from Heritage High School. He...
Alvin Comer Arthur
Jul 9, 2026
Alvin Comer Arthur, 87, of Bedford, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born in Bedford, VA on January 11, 1939. A son of the late Rodney and Ruth Arthur. In addition to his parents Alvin was preceded in death by his loving wife, Mary Fannie Thacker Arthur; his son, Troy Lynn Arthur...
Kayia Marie Campbell
Jul 6, 2026
And He said to her, “Daughter your faith has made you well. Go in peace and be healed of your affliction.” ~ Mark 5:34
It is with a heavy heart that we announce that our sweet, beautiful Kayia ran into the precious arms of Jesus last Monday, July 6th at 4:30 in the afternoon.
Thank you for the endless support and prayers our...
Howerton Gowen, Jr.
Jul 6, 2026
Howerton “Tony” Gowen, Jr., 85, passed away on July 6, 2026, in Lynchburg, Virginia. He was born on May 17, 1941, in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, to Howerton “Hoot” Gowen and Priscilla Mullen Gowen. A 1964 graduate of North Carolina State University and a member of Kappa Alpha Fraternity, Tony met and quickly fell in love with Patricia Silliman of...
Ethan Wesley Jones
Jul 5, 2026
Ethan Wesley Jones passed away on July 5, 2026, in Bedford, Virginia. He was born on June 24, 1996, in Hartford, Connecticut.
Ethan graduated from the Public Safety Academy in Enfield, Connecticut. His desire to serve others was evident from an early age through his involvement with the Broad Brook Volunteer Fire Department, where he was honored with the Junior Firefighter...
Craig Allen King, Sr.
Jul 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Craig Allen King, Sr.
A life defined by warmth, loyalty, and love
This tribute is accompanied by a photo of Craig — a reminder of his gentle smile, his comforting presence, and the deep affection he carried for the people he loved.
Craig Allen King, Sr., 66, of Forest, Virginia, passed away on July 5, 2026, leaving behind a...
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