Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
C. David Thomas
Dec 6, 2025
Heaven gained another angel on Saturday. C. David Thomas, 79, of Bedford, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Lynchburg General Hospital on December 6, 2025, after a brief, unexpected illness. He was born in Roanoke on September 3, 1946, to the late John Maynard Thomas, Sr. and Eileen Holcomb Thomas. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...
Russell Walter Pawlas
Dec 2, 2025
Russell Walter Pawlas, 55, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away from natural causes on December 2nd, 2025. He was the son of Robert and Rosemary Pawlas, of Bedford, Virginia.
Russell was born on October 26, 1970, at Fort Ord, in Monterey, California. He attended school at James Madison University, where he earned his Bachelor’s in Music. He then acquired his Master’s in...
Jack Michael Jones Jr.
Dec 5, 2025
Jack Michael Jones, 95, passed away on December 5, 2025. He was the son of the late Eugene Gilliam Jones and Dera McCann Jones.
Jack was born on October 13, 1930, in Bluefield, WV. He attended school at Pocahontas High School, then pursued his education at Concord University on the GI Bill, earning a BS in Business, and later obtained his...
Elizabeth (Betty) Umberger Mabe
Dec 2, 2025
We honor this beautiful person, Elizabeth (Betty) Umberger Mabe, whose life was an example of acceptance, resilience, generosity, and love. She believed in the words of scripture, "love one another" and song, "red and yellow, black and white, they are precious in his sight.." She lived this philosophy.
Betty was proud of her children: Susie (Bobby), Jenni (Doug) and Tom, Jr....
Dr. Audley Roy Charlton
Nov 29, 2025
Although it is impossible to fully capture Dr. Audley Charlton’s loving spirit, his joy-filled laughter, and his unwavering devotion to Christ in mere words, we honor and celebrate a life that reflected the heart of God in every way.
Dr. Audley Charlton (affectionately known as Pastor Charlton), pastor and professor for over forty years, was born on September 14, 1941, in...
Leonard Wayne Banks, Sr.
Dec 4, 2025
Leonard Wayne Banks, Sr., 65, of Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on December 4, 2025.
Please consider making a donation to help cover funeral expenses by calling Tharp Funeral Home between 8 AM - 5 PM. 434-237-9424.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Raymond Crouse Jr.
Nov 25, 2025
Raymond Angus “Buster” Crouse, Jr., 70, of Lynchburg passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was born on April 25, 1955 to the late Raymond Angus Crouse, Sr and Helen Walker Crouse. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Jean Wallace.
Buster was a member of Peakland United Methodist Church...
Chastaneyka Willcox
Nov 26, 2025
Chastaneyka Willcox, 51, of Bedford, Virginia, passed away in the morning hours on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. After an extended illness, Chastaneyka passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family. She was born September 4, 1974, in Charleston, South Carolina, and raised by parents, Gerasimo “Zeke” and Marrianne “Vy” Zanatos. Chastaneyka was a devoted mother, wife, sibling, friend, and healer who...
Frank West Morrison
Oct 27, 2025
A Virginia Gentleman
Frank West Morrison — husband, father, brother, grandfather, teacher, counselor, and peacemaker — passed away peacefully surrounded by those he loved most. A lifelong resident of Lynchburg, Virginia, Frank’s life was a testament to compassion, intellect, and service — to his family, his students, his clients, and his community.
A Life Rooted in Virginia
Born in Charlottesville, Virginia, on November...
Virginia "Gee Gee" Ann Dexter Nelson
Oct 31, 2025
Virginia (Gee Gee) Ann Dexter Nelson, 79, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on June 27, 1946, in Boston, Massachusetts, Gee Gee was the daughter of the late James Francis and Mildred Marie Truland Dexter. She attended the State University of New York at Plattsburgh for her undergraduate studies and went...
Michael Lee Wynn "Mike"
Nov 14, 2025
Michael Lee Wynn (Mike), 85 years old, of Lynchburg, VA went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 14, 2025, from complications related to Multiple System Atrophy (MSA). Born on May 13, 1940, in Los Angeles, CA, Mike was the son of Martin and Leona Wynn. He was preceded in death by his parents, and...
Marion Stump
Nov 21, 2025
Marion Stump, 82, of Lynchburg, VA, affectionately known by many as “Mama Stump,” passed away peacefully on November 21st, at home holding the hand of her beloved partner of 47 years, Phil. She is survived by her three beloved children, Claire, Katie, and David; their partners Charles, Matt, and Lauren; her grandchildren Isabella, Samuel, Silas, Ellie, Dalton, Jackson, and Stanley....
Rachel Joyce Dowdy Hamlett
Dec 2, 2025
Rachel Joyce Dowdy Hamlett, 87, of Forest, Virginia, entered into her Savior’s arms on December 2, 2025. She passed peacefully at her home with the family she treasured so dearly by her side.Rachel was born in Nathalie, VA, on September 26, 1938, to the late Joseph Preston Dowdy Sr. and Edith Cage Dowdy. Rachel is survived by her daughter, Donna...
Edgar Grayson Collins
Nov 30, 2025
Edgar Grayson Collins, 87, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. He was the son of the late Grayson C. Collins and Elosie Thackston Collins.
He was born on May 3, 1938, in Manassas, Virginia. He received his early education in Newburn, North Carolina, and Drakes Branch, Virginia, before pursuing and earning a degree in Pharmacy from George...
Bonnie Simmons Knight
Nov 28, 2025
Bonnie Simmons Knight, 75, formerly of Madison, died on Friday, November 28, 2025.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Ellisboro Baptist Church Cemetery. A celebration of her life will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Tharp Funeral Home, 220 Breezewood Drive, Lynchburg, Virginia. The family will greet...
Glenda Overstreet Crawford
Nov 28, 2025
Glenda Overstreet Crawford, 75, of Bedford, passed away Friday, November 28, 2025. Glenda was born November 2, 1950, in Bedford County, Virginia, a daughter of the late James Harrison Overstreet and Nellie Virginia Orange Overstreet.
Glenda is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Eddie Crawford; son, Kevin Crawford; grandson, Christopher Crawford; siblings, Carolyn Biggs (Johnny), Ronnie Overstreet, Donnie Overstreet,...
Richard Potekhen
Nov 27, 2025
Richard Paul Potekhen (“Dick”), born August 7, 1945 in Clayton, Georgia, passed away at his home in Lynchburg, Virginia on November 27, 2025.
Dick was a graduate of Riverside Military Academy and the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering. He later completed coursework for a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the...
Virginia Thompson
Nov 26, 2025
With deep love and great sorrow, the family of Virginia Thompson, 88, of Evington, VA, announces her peaceful passing on November 26, 2025, in her home, surrounded by those who adored her. She was the daughter of the late Dabney and Lula Morris.
Born on September 3, 1937, in South Hill, VA, Virginia lived a life marked by strength, devotion, and...
William T. Powell
Nov 26, 2025
William Townsend Powell of Lynchburg, Virginia, lived a full and faithful life. After 94 years, he passed into eternity on November 26.
Born on September 5, 1931, to Cecil Carlile and Ina Frances Taylor Powell, Bill grew up in Cape Charles on Virginia’s Eastern Shore. He was an Army veteran who served during the Korean War. Bill received his undergraduate and...
Brenda Carolyn Coleman Wiles
Nov 26, 2025
Brenda passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025, after a very long and courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 79.
She was surrounded by her loved ones at her home where she wanted to be.
Born on August 20, 1946, she was the daughter of Robert and Dessie Coleman.
The youngest of nine children, she grew up in the country, traveled...
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