E. LaVerne Stevens Garren
Feb 2, 2025
On February 2, 2025 E. LaVerne Stevens Garren passed away of natural causes in the company of family. “LaVerne”, as she was known, was 103 years and 6 months old. She retained her sense of humor, curiosity and independent spirit while never failing to thank anyone who showed her kindness and always greeting strangers with a smile.
LaVerne was born into...
Elder Maurice Anderson
Apr 21, 2025
Maurice Anderson , 38, of Lynchburg, VA, entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 21, 2025.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Ramp Church International at 12:00P.M. Elder Anderson will be available for public viewing Friday, April 25, 2025, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg location, from 12:00P.M - 6:00P.M. He will lie in repose for...
Geneva Staton Fuller
Apr 21, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Geneva Fuller of Lynchburg on April 21st, 2025, at the age of 78. She was the daughter of the late Olin Manson Staton and Mildred Adele Burks Staton and the beloved wife of Bobby Lee Fuller for 39 years. She was born on April 23, 1946, in...
Robert Castro
Apr 22, 2025
Robert Castro, (46), of Lynchburg, Virginia, passed away on April 22, 2025. He was the son of Joseph and Diane Castro.
Robert was born on October 24th,1978, in Phoenix, Arizona. Robert, a multitalented craftsman, ran his own company, RLC Construction. He was an avid adrenaline seeker, always ready to ride and race anything with 4,2, even 3 wheels. Robert was a...
Dwayne Kendrick
Apr 20, 2025
Dwayne Alexander Kendrick, 59, of Lynchburg, VA; transitioned to his heavenly home on April 20, 2025.
He was born to William Kendrick, Jr. and Lucille Kendrick. He was baptized at an early age by Rev. Dr. C. W. Dunning.
He was preceded in death by both parents and two brothers, Gerald O. Lamberth and Steven W. Kendrick.
He leaves to cherish his memories:...
Herman Louis Ruffin
Apr 13, 2025
Herman Louis Ruffin, 86 of Amherst, Virginia passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025.
A Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses located at 2231 S. Amherst Hwy. Amherst, Virginia 24521.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Madison Heights, is assisting the family.
Floyd Hill
Apr 14, 2025
Floyd Alan Hill, 78, of Amherst, Virginia, a devoted husband and father passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Lynchburg General Hospital.
Born on September 25, 1946, in Lynchburg, he was the son of the late Floyd Franklin Hill and Flossie Robey Hill. A proud American, Floyd served his country honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam...
Stephen Mattson
Apr 7, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stephen Mattson (40) of Lynchburg Virginia, who passed away on April 7th, 2025. A devoted son, loving brother, and cherished friend, who left us far too soon. Stephen was born on October 5th, 1984, in Naval Air Station Lemoore, California.
Stephen was homeschooled and eventually left home to become a...
Lee Uhrig Bender
Apr 4, 2025
Lee Uhrig Bender died in his sleep on the morning of April 4, 2025. Lee was born in Syracuse, NY, on March 21, 1934, to William L. Bender and Emma M. Bender. Lee had a deep-seated appreciation for ideas. He often said he wanted to be a student for life. Throughout his life, Lee studied many different philosophies and enjoyed...
Slivester Nganga Thuo
Apr 25, 2025
Slivester Nganga Thuo, age 70, of Lynchburg, Virginia, transitioned to his heavenly home on April 24, 2025.
Service announcements are forthcoming.
Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.