Patricia O'dell Watts (Penn)
Oct 3, 2024
Patricia O’Dell Watts (Penn) was born to Adelia Mae Ferguson Penn and George Dennis Penn Sr. Patricia was born on May 27, 1953, in Lynchburg, VA. She resided in Madison heights, VA. Patricia retired from The Lynchburg Detention Center around 10 years ago. She had a love of dolphins, music, game shows and a GOOD plate of ribs. Patricia departed...
Michael Anthony King
Oct 2, 2024
Michael Anthony King, 60, of Roanoke, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024.
Michal was born September 17, 1964, in Lexington, Virginia, a son of the late John Thomas King and Edith Alexander King. Michael was a farmer by trade and attended Lawson Chapel United Methodist Church in Fairfield.
He is survived by his two brothers; Rick Alexander of Lexington, and Thomas King...
Gracie A. Smith (Tweedy)
Oct 1, 2024
Gracie A. Smith (Tweedy), a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024, at the age of 72. Born on October 17, 1951 Gracie was known for her warm smile, generous spirit, and unwavering love for her family and friends.
She embraced life with joy and kindness, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew her.
Gracie...
Elizabeth Dorenda Shepherd
Sep 30, 2024
Elizabeth Dorenda Willis Shepherd, 59, of Goode, went to be with the Lord on Monday, September 30, 2024. She was born on April 12, 1965, in Wake County, North Carolina. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her mother, Sue Ellen Thompson Willis and granddaughter, Rachel Shepherd.
Elizabeth worked for Bedford County Public School’s as a bus driver for 15 years before...
Elizabeth Gilliland Johnson
Sep 29, 2024
Elizabeth Gilliland Johnson passed away on September 29, 2024. She was born in Campbell County, VA, on September 22, 1931, a daughter of the late James Bates Gilliland and Annie Palmer Gilliland.
Elizabeth was educated in Aspen School. Upon graduation, she met and married Bernard Edwin Johnson, Jr. They married in June of 1951 and shared over five decades together until...
Marvin Russell Tucker
Sep 29, 2024
Marvin Russell Tucker, 85, of Bedford passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2024, after a brief illness. He was born in Madrid, KY, on September 7, 1939. A son of the late Raymond Clinton Tucker and Monie Rae Tucker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Michelle Tucker Tinsley, his brother Wallace Tucker,...
William Edward Bettenhausen
Sep 29, 2024
William Edward Bettenhausen, age 17, went home to be with Jesus on September 29th, 2024. William was born in Evanston, Illinois on October 29th, 2006. William is survived by his mother, Jesseka; father, Gregory; sister, Abigail; and brother, Preston. He also has grandparents, aunts, uncles, and many others who love him dearly.
William was a senior at Liberty Christian Academy and...
Diane Swain
Sep 28, 2024
Diane Scott Swain, 78, passed away peacefully at Lynchburg General Hospital on September 28, 2024.
Diane was born on July 13, 1946 in New Jersey, but relocated to Lynchburg, VA at an early age. She was raised on Chambersville Street where she and the Scott family attended Wingfield Baptist Church. Diane was raised by her loving grandparents William and Lottie Scott,...
Dan "Da Man" Jordan Sr.
Sep 28, 2024
Take my hand precious Lord and lead me home. On Saturday, September 28th, 2024, in the early morning, Jesus held Danny A. Jordan, Sr’s hand tightly and led him through the light to his heavenly home. Danny, affectionately known as Tony, was born on March 2nd, 1954, to the late Robert Quinton Jordan and Alice Elvy Jordan.
Tony and his devoted...
Terry Howard Beckham
Sep 27, 2024
Terry Howard Beckham, 80, of Lynchburg passed away Friday, September 27, 2024 at Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the husband of the late Charlotte Leibig Beckham.
Terry was born in Columbia, South Carolina, July 18, 1944, a son of the late Raymond Beckham and Hester Matthews Beckham. Terry was a jack of all trades. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed...