Grady E. Sumner Jr., 72, of Bedford, Virginia passed away on September 5, 2023. He was the son of the late Grady E. Sumner Sr. and Mirta Overstreet Sumner.Grady was born on September 27, 1950, in Bedford, Virginia.Grady graduated from Liberty High School of Bedford, then pursued his career as a home builder. He was a member of the Poplar...
On September 4th, 2023 Zachary Eugene Edwards,”Zach”of Evington , Virginia passed away at the age of 35 years. He attained his GED and worked for several years in various areas of construction. Zach, whom his wife deemed as a “Zach of All Trades”, was the owner of Edwards Contracting LLC. He enjoyed fishing with his family, riding four wheeler trails,...
Cathy Rowland Bell, 64, of Lynchburg, Virginia passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Darrell William Bell, Sr.; parents, George and Nancy Rowland; stepson, Darrell William Bell, Jr.; and brother Calvin Rowland.Cathy was born on November 25, 1958, in Lynchburg, Virginia. She was a supervisor at The Lane Company in Altavista,...
In Loving Memory of Robin Williamson, 63, of Lynchburg VAApril 10, 1960 – September 4, 2023With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Robin Williamson, who departed this world on September 4, 2023. She was the cherished daughter of the late Theda Kephart, and her memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved her.Robin...
Sharon Agee Waddell (Nana), age 70, of Evington, Virginia passed away on September 3, 2023. She was the daughter of the late William Elliot Agee and Fannie Ruth Lester, and the wife of David Waddell for 22 years.Mrs. Waddell was born on August 20, 1953. She grew up in Salem, Virginia. Post high school, she pursued her education in criminal...
Ryan Hardy 38, and Zion Hardy 16, of Altavista passed away Friday, September 1, 2023.Ryan was born Lynchburg, VA. to Melissa and John Hardy. He graduated from Heritage High School and he enjoyed football, video games, hanging out with family and friends. Ryan especially enjoyed being the South Paw Mascot for the local Lynchburg Hillcats. Zion shared a birthday with...
Robert Paul Moore, 63, of Vinton passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023 at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born on October 27, 1959 in Roanoke, VA. He is preceded in death by his father, Paul Edward Moore and step-son, Austin Henderson.He is survived by his wife, Belinda Moore; children, Stephanie Moore, Jessica Payne and husband, Freddie and Dustin Moore;...
Joanne Edith Vagi, age 91, of Lynchburg, passed away peacefully at her home on August 30, 2023.Born in Columbus, Ohio, on June 29, 1932, Joanne was the daughter of Mary Gertrude Roush and Howard James Metzger. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Julius (Jay) Vagi, brother James Edward Metzger and stepfather Martin Wilbur Roush.Joanne was...
Johanna Price Calfee, 42, of Lynchburg, VA, died Wednesday, August 30, 2023.Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
Carole Lynette Held, 69, of Lynchburg, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.Born September 16, 1953 in Houston, Texas, Carole was a daughter of the late A.W. Held and Geraldine Held.She is survived by her sisters, Linda Berry (Bill) and Barbara Woodward (Brad); niece, Stephanie Matta (Mychal); nephew, Stephen Berry (Morgan); and very special friend Karen...