Bill Bradley Evans

Nov 14, 2024

Pastor Bill Evans (74), a devoted servant of God, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away after a long battle with his health. His unwavering faith and deep love for his Savior, Jesus Christ, defined a life dedicated to service, compassion, and grace.

Born to George Evans and Frances Schneider and Proceeded in death was his grandparents Henry and Hattie Evans...

Allen Kinney

Nov 14, 2024

Allen M. Kinney, 67, of Madison Heights, Va passed away at his home surrounded by his family on November 14, 2024. He was the husband of Margaret (Beady) Kinney for 18 years and son of James Thurmon and Grace Delores Banks.

Allen was born on April 25, 1957, in Lynchburg, Va. He graduated from Amherst County High School and CVCC. He...

Herbert Allen Thompson

Nov 13, 2024

Herbert Allen “Al” Thompson, 78, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Born October 31, 1946, in Lynchburg, Virginia, he was the son of the late Julian R Thompson and the late Francine L Thornhill Thompson and the stepson of the late Imogene Thompson.

Mr. Thompson served 8 years in the US Marine Corps and did 2...

Susan Carol Eggleston

Nov 13, 2024

Susan C. Eggleston, of Forest, Virginia went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. She was 59 years old.

A native of Lynchburg, VA, Susan graduated from Heritage High School and Phillips Business College. She would spend the next 30 years working as a bookkeeper for various local companies prior to starting her own, C&S Business Services with...

Frank Wayne Wood, Sr.

Nov 13, 2024

Frank Wayne Wood, Sr., S.F.C. Ret. Army, of Thaxton, Virginia, passed away peacefully, at his residence, on November 13, 2024. He was born on May 13, 1941, in Roanoke, Virginia, to the late Frank Staunton Wood and Lena Estelle Weaver Wood.

Frank dedicated his life to his family and career. He was a devoted father, uncle, and grandfather, known for his...

Betty Joan Staton Reid

Nov 11, 2024

Betty Joan Staton Reid, a beloved wife, mother, nana, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully, with family by her side, on November 11, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on July 23, 1935, Betty lived a vibrant life filled with passion, purpose, and a commitment to her community.

Born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina, Betty graduated from Charlotte...

Richard Moison

Nov 11, 2024

Richard Moison , 77, of Rustburg, VA, died Monday, November 11, 2024.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. 

Harry Eugene Pearson

Nov 11, 2024

Harry Eugene Pearson, 94, of Lynchburg, passed away Monday, November 11, 2024. He was the husband of Neta Hare Pearson of Lynchburg.

Harry “Gene” was born August 11, 1930, in Shelbyville, Tennessee, a son of the late John Herbert Pearson and Maggie Ray Pearson. Harry honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy and was retired from General Electric where he...

Peggy Schmitt Shelton

Nov 11, 2024

Peggy Schmitt Shelton of Lynchburg, VA. passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024.

Born November 12, 1938 to the late Elwood J. Schmitt and Hazel Reynolds Schmitt. She is survived by her husband, Harold Shelton; a brother James (Joan).

She is preceded in death by one sister, Julia Garbee (Clyde deceased); three brothers, Earl (Ruth Surviving), Marshall (Virginia Surviving), Artie (Christine Surviving)....

Sherlye Lynette Hampton

Nov 10, 2024

Sherlye Lynette Hampton, 63 of Lynchburg VA, was born February 25, 1961, to the late Clifton and Mary Elizabeth Giles. On November 10, 2024, while surrounded by her loved ones at Lynchburg General Hospital, Sherlye departed this earthly life and transitioned into eternal rest. 

Sherlye was one of eleven siblings growing up in Campbell County among a close-knit family. On September...