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...

Aug 23, 2024

Carolyn Elizabeth Albert Deeter, 82, of Bedford passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024. She was born in Bedford County, VA on March 17, 1942, a daughter of the late Henry Lewis Albert and Martha Elizabeth Holland Albert. Carolyn was also preceded in death by her husband, Roger Ellsworth Deeter, and siblings, Sylvia and Bobby. 

Carolyn was a lifelong member of...

Sep 2, 2024

Brinda Gilmore Wright, 73, passed away on the early morning of Monday, September 2, 2024.

A celebration of life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 15, 2024, at Holcomb Rock Baptist Church. A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.

Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg,...

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...

Aug 23, 2024

Cecil Joseph Higginbotham, Jr., 74, of Bedford, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024. He was born in Amherst, Virginia on December 9, 1949. A son of the late Cecil Joseph Higginbotham, Sr. and Marguerite Parr Higginbotham. 

Joe loved connecting with people and genuinely cared about their well-being. His creativity inspired many people during his lifetime. 

Joe is survived by his wife,...

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....

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...

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...

Aug 24, 2024

Our beloved mother has been called home. Linda Miedzinski Caldwell passed suddenly on Saturday, 8/24/2024, three days after her 84th birthday. We are grateful that she did not suffer and is now with those that she loved that have passed before her.

Linda was born in Washington, D.C. to the late Stephen Miedzinski and Nellie Maure Miedzinski. She was preceded in...

Sep 7, 2024