Local Obituaries for Tharp Funeral Home
Albert Frederick Southworth, Jr.
Jan 12, 2025
Albert Frederick Southworth Jr., of Madison Heights, VA passed peacefully on to the next life on January 12th, 2025 with his wife and daughter by his side. He was known to everyone as “Fred” or “Freddy”, born December 14th,1949 in Bronxville, NY to the late Albert F. Southworth and Jane Kelley Southworth. His family relocated to Cortland, NY in the...
Dr. William L. Focht
Jan 11, 2025
Dr. William L. Focht of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away at 82 years old on January 11, 2025, after a long illness. He was born in New York and was the only child of the late Georgina and Nevil Focht.
Bill worked at Grumman Aircraft Manufacturing on Long Island, New York during the summer and was awarded a scholarship to Princeton University...
Susan Kay Bern
Jan 10, 2025
Susan Kay Bern, 83, of Jacksonville, FL, went to be with her Lord on January 10, 2025. Susie, as she was affectionately known, was married to Roger Bern for 44 years until he went to be with his Lord in 2007. Susie was born October 12, 1941, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of the late Roy and Mary Duncan.
Her...
Barbara Jean Rojas
Jan 10, 2025
Barbara Jean Rojas, 75, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully at her home Friday, January 10, 2025. She was the loving wife of Frank Jose Rojas and mom to “Cooper”, their beloved Plott Hound.
Barbara was born in Glen Gardner, New Jersey on October 25, 1949, the daughter of the late George Maxwell and Jean Cronce Maxwell. She retired as a professional...
Kharrelle Nyiem Allen
Jan 10, 2025
Kharrelle Nyiem Allen, of Lynchburg, passed away Friday January 10, 2025 at Centra Lynchburg General Hospital.
A funeral celebration will be held at 3:00P.M. on Sunday January 19, 2025 at Cornerstone Community Church, 525 Old Graves Mill Rd, Lynchburg, Virginia 24502. He will lie in repose one hour prior to service for public viewing.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be...
Nancy Ann Wilson
Jan 10, 2025
Nancy Ann Wilson, 84, of Evington, VA, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, peacefully at her home. Nancy was the wife of Luther Wilson, she was the loving mother of John Wilson, Wendy Jordan, Delores Wilson and Paul Fitzgerald. Nancy leaves behind three grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Nancy loved God and was a great follower. She will be greatly...
Jenny Lynne Knight
Jan 9, 2025
Jenny “Lynne” Knight, 75, of Vinton, VA, passed away on January 9, 2025, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born Jenny Lynne Kingery in Roanoke, VA, Lynne lived a vibrant and fulfilling life. Known for her gregarious personality, she grew up on a farm, overcoming the challenges of a humble upbringing. At a young age, she left high school...
Audrey Louise DeKorte
Jan 9, 2025
Audrey Lousie Gibb DeKorte, 99, of Bedford passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Bedford County Nursing Home. She was born in Passaic, NJ on January 5, 1926. A daughter of the late David Gibb and Frieda Wehrkamp Gibb. In addition to her parents Audrey was preceded in death by her loving husband of 74 years, Elbert Cornelius DeKorte...
Brian Christopher Morgan
Jan 7, 2025
Brian Christopher Morgan, 56, of Lynchburg, went to be with his savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. He was the loving husband of Christy-Lynn Davidson Morgan.
Brian was born in Riverside, California, on March 4, 1968, a son of Orville Morgan of Florida and Dianne Meads of California. Brian was an avid guitar player, loved his cats, collecting guns,...
Carol Ann Quibell
Jan 7, 2025
Carol Quibell was a true rock star. Her life’s mission was to bring joy to everyone she encountered. If you visited her at Smith Mountain Lake and mentioned your love for shrimp cocktail, she’d have an entire platter waiting for you—every single time. Carol’s energy was boundless. She talked faster, walked quicker, and never stopped cooking, cleaning, or entertaining until...
William "Bill" Owen Thomas, Jr.
Jan 6, 2025
William "Bill" Owen Thomas, Jr., of Davis Creek, Nelson County, Va., just ten days before his 88th birthday, on January 6,2025 slipped away peacefully with his wife by his side. After spending his final week at his Stepson's, Rob Whitley and wife Sharon's, with his wife, Peggy in Forest, Bill's struggles ceased.
Bill was predeceased by his parents, William Owen and...
William David Fitzgerald
Jan 6, 2025
William David Fitzgerald, 75, of Madison Heights, passed away on January 6, 2025, in the hospital. Born on June 16, 1949, he was the son of the late Herby W. Fitzgerald, Sr., and Phoebe H. Fitzgerald.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, and his late wife, Frances Fitzgerald.
He is survived by his fiancée, Barbara Orange (and family);...
Cheryl Ann Kazaitis
Jan 5, 2025
Cheryl Ann Kazaitis, 80, of Mokena, Illinois passed away on January 5, 2025, in Appomattox, Virginia. She was the daughter of Bernard and Virginia Reid, and the wife of John for 61 years.
Cheryl was born on June 6, 1944, in Kankakee, Illinois. She is survived by her children Kelly Gaba, Kris Vitiello (Dan), Kimberly Parmele (Rich); grandchildren Ryan (Kerry), Daniel...
Wilmer Benford (W.B.) Nolen
Jan 5, 2025
Wilmer Benford (W.B.) Nolen, Sr., 86, of Forest, VA, passed from this life to eternal life on January 5, 2025, after nearly a year long stay at Heritage Green Memory Care. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary Blackwell Nolen. Born June 27, 1938, in Bassett, VA, he was the only child of the late Arthur Benford...
Jerry Randall Mason
Jan 5, 2025
Jerry Randall Mason, 75, of Lynchburg, passed away at Roanoke Memorial Hospital on January 5, 2025. Jerry was born in Lynchburg on April 19, 1949, son of the late Clarence Gibbs Mason and the late Annie Beatrice Mason.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Cecil Mason, and his sister, Laverne Mason Wallace and two...
Barbara Ann Clark
Jan 4, 2025
Barbara Ann Clark, a beloved mother, sister, daughter, and friend, passed away on January 4, 2025, at the age of 40. Born on December 19, 1984, in Bedford, Virginia, Barbara was known for her feisty spirit and bright smile. She had a heart of gold that won the affection of all who knew her.
Barbara's life was illuminated by her deep...
Patrick Francis Edward McAdorey
Jan 4, 2025
Patrick Francis Edward McAdorey
“Phoenix”
03/17/1988 – 01/04/2025
Patrick McAdorey passed away on Saturday January 4, 2025, surrounded by many family and friends. He was 38. Patrick was born in Philadelphia Pennsylvania and moved to Lake Wales Florida as a child. As an Adult, he moved to Pigeon Forge Tennessee until he moved to Virginia where he would meet his fiancé, Deana Daughtry.
He...
Kari Edwards
Jan 3, 2025
Kari Jean Edwards, 43, of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025.
Born on March 22,1981, Kari was known for her vibrant spirit and her love for the beach, where she found peace and joy. Her greatest pride and joy was her daughter, Katlin Jean Doss, who she adored more than anything.
She is also survived by her brother, Jeremy...
Alex Ray Waldron
Jan 3, 2025
Alex Ray Waldron, 82 of Thaxton, passed away on January 3, 2025. He was born and raised in Thaxton, VA. He worked many years for Industrial Center in Roanoke. Alex enjoyed gardening and motorcycles. A son of the late Alex G Waldron and Rachel Waldron. In addition to his parents Alex was preceded in death by two daughters, Tina Marie...
Gloria White Karnes
Jan 3, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Gloria White Karnes, who passed away at Oakwood Nursing Home, Bedford, VA on January 3, 2025, at the age of 92. Mom was born in 1932 in Freemont, Michigan to Floyd Horatio White and Lillian Bell (Wright) White where she lived until age 12 when she...
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