Earl L. Smith

Jun 2, 2022

Earl L. Smith “Troy,” age 56, formerly of Lynchburg, VA, departed his earthly life at his residence on June 2, 2022. He was born on August 29, 1965 to Geraldine and Earl Smith. Troy was employed at Flowers Bakery for over 30 years.He joined Scott Zion Baptist Church at a young age. He attended E.C. Glass High School and was...

Edmund Francis Cass, Jr.

Jun 1, 2022

Edmund Francis Cass Jr., 87, of Lynchburg, VA, died Wednesday, June 1, 2022.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.

Roy S. Bryant

Jun 1, 2022

Roy S. Bryant, Jr., 85, of Madison Heights, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. To send condolences, please visit tharpfuneralhome.com.

Edmund Francis Cass, Jr.

Jun 1, 2022

Edmund Francis Cass, Jr., 88, of Lynchburg passed away peacefully on June 1, 2022.   Ed was born on March 16, 1934 in New York, NY to Edmund and Louise Cass. He was a graduate of St. John’s University.Ed had a long career in life insurance, including being Vice President of Sales at First Colony Life. After retiring, Ed taught at...

Jonathan Roth

Jun 1, 2022

Jonathan Roth , 59, of Rustburg, VA, died Wednesday, June 1, 2022.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.

Phyllis Elenor Hepler Simmons

Jun 1, 2022

Phyllis Elenor Hepler Simmons, 72, of Covington, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. She was born in Covington and was the daughter of the late Leonard Leo “Jim” Hepler and Alva Golden Persinger Hepler.Phyllis was a fun-loving woman who loved spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed cooking, gardening, and flowers. She was loved by so...

Joseph (Joe) Edward Nuckols

May 30, 2022

Joseph “Joe” Edward Nuckols, 83, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on May 30th, 2022.  He was the son of the late Earnest Nuckols and Lillian Hartless Nuckols, and the husband of Bettie Nuckols for 62 years.Joseph was born on Jan. 30, 1939, in Lynchburg, VA. He retired from Rock-Tenn Paperboard Products.In addition to his wife, Joseph is survived by his...

Rebecca Lou “Becky” Justice

May 30, 2022

Rebecca Lou “Becky” Justice, 73, of Forest went to be with her Lord, Saturday, May 30, 2022. She was the wife of the late John Edward Justice.Becky was born in Altavista, Virginia on September 30, 1948, a daughter of the late Berkley Rowland and Lois Arthur Rowland. She was also the adoptive daughter of the late James and Estelle Phillips....

Margaret “Tootie” Jacquline Goad Turner

May 29, 2022

Margaret “Tootie” Jacquline Goad Turner, 94, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2022. She was the daughter of the late Ray Vaughn and Reva Arnold Goad. She was born on November 15, 1927, in Huddleston, Virginia. Margaret was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a devoted member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses in...

Margaret Jacquline Turner

May 29, 2022

Margaret Jacquline Turner, 94, of Bedford passed away Sunday, May 29, 2022.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family.