Brinda Gilmore Wright
Sep 2, 2024
Brinda Gilmore Wright 73, of Glen Dale, MD, peacefully transitioned Monday, September 2, 2024, in Lynchburg, VA, surrounded by her children and her new son-in-law Lamont Smallwood.
Brinda was born on May 22, 1951, to the late Janie Roach Gilmore and Odell Gilmore.
Brinda spent her early years growing up in Lynchburg and Bedford schools before marrying the late Riley Wright and...
Janice W. Fowler
Sep 1, 2024
Janice Fowler, of Lynchburg, received her reward in heaven in the early morning on Sunday September 1st, 2024.
A Celebration of life will be held at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel on Saturday September 14th, 2024 at 11:00 A.M. with internment to follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Fowler will lie in repose one hour prior to the service. A public...
Mary Ann Sankovich
2024
Mary Ann Krosse Sankovich, 93, of Lynchburg, VA, died Sunday, September 1, 2024. She was the wife of the late Melvin Francis Sankovich.
Mary was born August 30, 1931, in Painesville, OH, daughter of the late Regis Turner and Marsella Copess Turner.
She is survived by her son Michael E. Sankovich, a daughter-in-law, Katherine Hart Sankovich and two grandchildren, Taylor Anne Sankovich...
Marjorie Louise Freese Steinke
Sep 1, 2024
Marjorie Freese Steinke, of Forest VA, transitioned into the arms of her Lord on Sunday, September 1,2024 at the age of 84. She was the wife of the late Richard Raymond Steinke for 58 years.
She was born on November 5,1939 in Brooklyn, NY to the late John Edward and Eleanor Magill Freese. She was raised in Lynchburg VA. Marjorie graduated...
Rawleigh "Walking Tall" Myers
Sep 1, 2024
Rawleigh Taylor Myers “Walking Tall "of Lynchburg VA, tragically passed away on September 1, 2024. Rawleigh was born on July 15, 1956, to the late Rosamond T. and Ruth P Myers.
Rawleigh was preceded in death by his brothers William Bradshaw, Samuel Bradshaw, James Jackson, and a sister Elaine Bradshaw Clark.
Rawleigh was a graduate of Saint Paul's College in Lawrenceville, Virginia....
John R. Herron, Jr.
Aug 31, 2024
Mr. John R. Herron, Jr., 98, passed away peacefully in Forest, Virginia on Saturday, August 31, 2024. John was born the oldest of three children in Marquette, Michigan and served honorably in the Army Air Corps during WWII, spending time in Burma and India. After his discharge, he attended Michigan Technological University to earn his degree in Engineering. He was...
Kay Francis Lynch
Aug 31, 2024
Kay Francis Lynch, a beloved figure and cherished member of her community, peacefully ascended to her heavenly home on August 31, 2024, in Lynchburg, Virginia, the very place that cradled her beginnings on January 10, 1940. Renowned for her vibrant spirit, she graced the world with her presence for nearly 84 years, leaving an indelible mark upon all who were...
Lajwanda Orjettia Austin
Aug 31, 2024
Lajwanda Orjettia Austin departed her life on August 31, 2024, after a decline in her health. Lajwanda was born December 13, 1968, to Carrol Austin and the late Jurniece Austin Bond.
Lajwanda graduated from Heritage High School. She worked and retired from Central Virginia Training Center. She attended Silver Grove Baptist Church where she served as a member of usher board...
Arthur Brodie Clark (Art)
Aug 30, 2024
Arthur Brodie Clark (Art) passed away Friday, August 30,2024. He was born on July 11, 1935 in Fremont, New Hampshire, a son of the late Leslie and Eva Clark.
He was preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law, Florence and Earl Turner and nephew.
Art is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Maddox Clark, a sister, Marie Clark Nelson, two daughters,...
Vera Louise Peters
Aug 30, 2024
Vera Louise Peters born on Oct. 12, 1939 in Little Hocking, Ohio went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 30, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her daughter Karen Peters Hart and is survived by her loving husband of 67 years Pastor Dave Peters, two daughters Debbie Read (Brian), Ginger Hahn (Rob), two sons David Ray...