Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Rebecca Shannon Denton
Jul 15, 2025
Rebecca Shannon Denton, 52, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on July 15, 2025. She was the daughter of the late James Denton and Sandra Denton, and the wife of James Ollie, though separated they remained good friends and spoke often. Shannon was born on January 10, 1973, in Lynchburg, Virginia.
She graduated from Rustburg High School, where she participated in school...
Grace Ann Wert
Jul 11, 2025
Grace Ann Wert of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away and entered into her heavenly father's arms on Friday, July 11, 2025.
A memorial service will be held at Heritage Baptist Church on Monday, July 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Marie Therese Kenefick Murphy
Jul 4, 2025
Marie Therese Kenefick Murphy, 93, of Lynchburg, died on Thursday, July 4, 2025. Marie was born in Detroit, Michigan on July 26, 1931. Marie was the daughter of the late James and Agnes Moore Kenefick. She was raised and educated in Utica, New York and was a graduate of Utica Catholic Academy. On September 12, 1953, Marie was married to...
Sterling Lewis Thomas
Jul 14, 2025
Sterling Thomas, 78, of Rustburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025. Born in Lynchburg, Virginia on April 10, 1947, Sterling was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Betty Thomas.
Sterling is survived by his sons, Chris Thomas (Pam) and Mike Thomas (Brittany); his cherished grandsons, Ben Thomas and Bentley...
Shirley Turner Smith
Jul 5, 2025
Shirley Turner Smith, 85, of Lynchburg, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at New Mount Baptist Church Cemetery, Arrington, VA.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting...
Carole Napier Kardian
Jul 1, 2025
Carole Napier Kardian, 76, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. She was born on March 15, 1949, in Petersburg, Virginia, a daughter of the late Darrell Richard Napier and Alberta Patricia Spence. In addition to her parents, Carole was preceded in death by brother, Richard V. Napier.
Carole worked as a special education teacher for...
Alice Murdoch Karras
Jun 28, 2025
Alice Murdoch Karras, 87, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Alice was born in New York on May 29, 1938, and was the daughter of the late Robert Murdoch and Alice Hamlin Murdoch. She was a graduate of Briarcliff Junior College, where she earned an Associate in Applied Science in Cartography. She later received a Bachelor of...
Dorothy Johanna Shaner
Jul 16, 2025
Dorothy Johanna Shaner, age 99, was called home by her heavenly Father on July 16, 2025 and is resting in the arms of Jesus. She is now reunited with her beloved husband of 61 years, Thornhill (Joe), her son Roger, her daughter Rebecca, her grandson, Justin, and many other family members.
She is survived by her daughters, Christinia Wilson (Randall) and...
Linda Jane Ferguson Carter
Jul 16, 2025
Linda Jane Carter , 75, of Lynchburg, VA, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Virginia Belle Feehan
Jul 15, 2025
Virginia Belle Feehan , 93, of Bedford, VA, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Sherry Lynn Robinson
Jul 13, 2025
Sherry Lynn Robinson came into this world on July 13, 1971. She was welcomed by her parents, the late Janet Robinson (nee Castle) and the late Russell Robinson, as well as her four siblings; Chris Studebaker (nee Robinson), Tim Robinson, Missy Church (nee Robinson) and Russell Robinson II.
Sherry had a rewarding career as the manager of a local convenience store...
William Charles Graham
Jul 12, 2025
William Charles Graham, 75, of Bedford passed away on July 12, 2025, at his residence. He was born on February 4, 1950, in Bedford to the late John Everett Graham and Mary Vernelle Merritt Graham. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James Everett “Jimmy” Graham.
Billy graduated from Liberty High School. He was a...
Sharon English
Jul 10, 2025
Sharon L. English, 76, of Lynchburg, Virginia peacefully passed away on July 10, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Sharon was born on October 31, 1948, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Sharon was a nurturing wife and mother. She was passionate about her hobbies, which included gardening, animals (both her pets and in nature), traveling, cooking, and music.
Sharon was the daughter of the...
Erskine Wood Proffitt
Jul 10, 2025
Erskine Wood Proffitt, age 93, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on November 18, 1931, Erskine lived a long and meaningful life marked by quiet strength, enduring compassion, and unwavering integrity.
After finishing school, Erskine decided to join the Naval Reserve. He served for four years.
In 1973, Erskine and Charlie Hurt co-founded the company Hurt &...
Louis George Maloney
Jul 8, 2025
Louis George Maloney, 94, of Thaxton, passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family.
Andrew John Boles, Jr.
Jul 8, 2025
Drew Boles passed away on July 8, 2025, after a long and courageous fight against Stage 4 lung cancer. Drew was known for his generosity and helping those less fortunate than himself. He was a loyal husband, friend and grandparent to his two grandchildren, Brian and Katie McCarthy. He was very proud of his Irish heritage and was intimately involved...
Betty Jane Johnsen Fralich
Jul 7, 2025
Betty Jane Johnsen Fralich, 88, of Bradford, Pennsylvania passed into the arms of Jesus on July 7, 2025, at the home of her daughter surrounded by loved ones. She was the wife of Charles “Chuck” Lawson Fralich for over 33 years.
Born on April 25, 1937, in Staten Island, NY, Betty was the eldest daughter of the late Arnold Russel Johnsen...
Danita Cabell
Jul 6, 2025
Danita Eyvette Cabell, 58 of Amherst, VA departed this life July 6th, 2025.
Born February 17th, 1967 to the late Floyd William Cabell, Sr. She was preceded in death by maternal grandparents Bernard and Mary Chilton; paternal grandparents William and Mattie Cabell; five uncles Wilson Jones, Bernard Chilton, Jr., Cleon Chilton, Raymond Cabell, and Allen Cabell; one aunt Clarese Chilton.
She is...
Homer David Branch
Jul 6, 2025
Homer David Branch, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on April 17, 1950, he led a life marked by hard work, and a profound love for the outdoors. He was married to his late wife, Ellen Ross Branch for 52 years.
David dedicated many years to...
Benjamin Anthony De Lorenzi
Jul 6, 2025
Mr. Benjamin Anthony De Lorenzi, 83, passed away on July 6, 2025.
He was born in Newark, NJ, on May 28, 1942, a son of the late Theresa and Benjamin De Lorenzi. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Ann Letow, his brother, Charles De Lorenzi and his god son, Gregory De Lorenzi.
Benjamin is survived...
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