Minerva Theresa Taylor
Mar 19, 2025
Minerva Theresa Taylor, 76, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on March 19, 2025. She was born to the late Jesse F. Brooks and Geneva T. Brooks on September 20, 1948, in the city of Durham, NC. In addition to her parents, Minerva is preceded in death by her loving husband of over 52 years, Willie Ray Taylor, and her brothers...
Joseph Ashton James, Jr.
Mar 19, 2025
Joseph Ashton James Jr, 94 of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. He was the son of the late Joseph Ashton James Sr. and Ruth Corrine Edwards James, and the husband of the late Annie Cleola James for more than 56 years.
Joseph Ashton James Jr was born on March 18, 1931, in Richmond, Virginia. He graduated from...
Phyllis Owen Floyd
Mar 19, 2025
Phyllis “Polly” Owen Floyd, 87, of 219 Hopkins Rd, Lynchburg, passed away on March 19, 2025, at the Summitt Health and Rehab.
She leaves behind a legacy of love, service and kindness
She was preceded in death by her parents, Marion E. Owen and Phyllis C Owen and her Husband W. “Billy” Floyd.
She is survived by her sons, W. Donald Floyd and...
George Washington Ford Jr.
Mar 18, 2025
On March 18, 2025, God in his infinite wisdom called George Washington Ford, Jr. (G.W.) from labor to reward at his home in Lynchburg, Virginia. Born on March 15, 1965, George was the beloved son to the late Sarah Booker Ford and George Washington Ford, Sr. At an early age George joined White Rock Baptist Church and was a member...
Randal Ray Schaefer
Mar 18, 2025
Randal “Randy” Schaefer, 76, of Hardeeville, SC passed away on March 18, 2025.
A memorial service will be held on April 26 at 11:00 a.m. at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory in Lynchburg.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the American Heart Association or your favorite charity.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg is assisting the family.
Ronald Alfred Toland
Mar 17, 2025
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Ronald Alfred Toland of Valrico, FL who left us on March 17, 2025, at the age of 84. Ronald was born in Wheeling, WV. He was a devoted father, husband, and grandfather. Ronald was known for his unwavering love for his family and his resilience in the face of...
Shirley Myers Simcik
Mar 17, 2025
Shirley Myers Simcik, born on October 29, 1931, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, in Lynchburg, Virginia. She led a life characterized by simplicity, embracing the beauty of the everyday with grace and warmth.
Shirley dedicated herself to her education and achieved notable academic milestones. She received her bachelor's degree from Chatham College in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, before...
Richard Daniel Tucker
Mar 17, 2025
Richard Daniel "Dicki" Tucker
Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and friend.
June 2, 1956-March 17, 2025
Richard Daniel Tucker, 68, passed away on March 17, 2025, at his home in Lynchburg, Virginia. Richard was born June 2, 1956, to the late David and Margie Johnson Tucker in Anne Arundel, Maryland.
Richard loved to fish and watch sports. He was a huge fan of the Clemson...
Otis Oliver Henderson
Mar 16, 2025
Otis Oliver Henderson, 78, of Concord, Virginia, passed away on March 16, 2025. He was the son of the late Orin Henderson and Ora Henderson and the husband of Norma Keatts Henderson for 57 years.
Otis was born on October 31, 1946, in Altavista, Virginia. He attended school in Campbell and Amherst Counties and then joined the U.S. Navy. After completing...
Jermanii Phillips
Mar 15, 2025
Jermanii Phillips, transitioned to her heavenly home March 15, 2025.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, March 29, 2025 at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg Chapel at 2:00 P.M. She will be available for public viewing one hour prior to service. A interment will follow the service at Forest Hill Memorial Park.
Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg, is serving the family.