Karen Denise Miller, 64, of Rustburg, Virginia died on Wednesday, March 13, 2019, at Lynchburg General Hospital in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Born Monday, May 24, 1954 in Lynchburg, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Charles Herman Miller and Barbara Ann St. John Miller. She was the wife of the late Roy Edward Rankin Sr.
She studied Lynchburg College and pursued a career in Cosmetology eventually becoming an Instructor. She was also a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
In addition to her mother, her survivors include her children, Roy Edward Rankin, Jr., Darys King, Dohnavan Miller and his fiancée, Jade Shelp, Kaela Miller and her significant other, Dillon Wilson; eight grandchildren; sisters, Zann Robinson, Merissa Phillips, Leslie Babis, and Lynn Atkins, and her brother, Gary Miller. She was predeceased by her son-in-law David King and her dear friend Danny Powell.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 16, 2019, at Tharp Funeral Home, Lynchburg.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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Karen Denise Miller
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Mary Elizabeth "Betsy" Harkleroad
Mary Elizabeth (Betsy) Harkleroad, 71, of Forest, died on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. Born October 31, 1947, in Kingsport, Tennessee, Betsy was the daughter of the late Haskell Rhea Harkleroad and the late Chloris Gilliam Harkleroad.
Betsy attended Emory & Henry College and easily established friendships that extended far beyond her classmates, even spanning other decades. She continued her devotion to Emory & Henry through various alumni roles, serving as board member for the Alumni Association, and being remembered for her warm-hearted touches of hospitality at the annual “More Than a Vacation” summer activities. She continued participating in events and volunteer opportunities at the college throughout her lifetime.
A career as an educator in the Campbell County Public Schools enabled Betsy to share her talents as teacher, mentor, and counselor to many students, as well as colleagues. She was a vital part of counselor education at many levels, and was honored to be selected Lynchburg Area Counselor of the Year in 2007. Her outstanding ability to listen, guide, and solve any situation helped to enhance wide-reaching friendship bonds with those whose lives she touched.
Timberlake United Methodist Church was another part of the community Betsy strongly supported. As a member, as well as being on the staff for several years, she exemplified her commitment and care for others through her unselfish dedication to programs of volunteer service and outreach.
Betsy enjoyed association with friends in many areas. From sports activities to beach trips to travel and celebrations with friends, her life reflected her love of people through the warmth and generosity she willingly supplied.
Betsy is survived by two brothers, Rhea, and wife, Pam, and Curtis, and wife, Sandy, both from Bluff City, Tennessee. Additionally, her family includes nieces and nephews Tracey Harkleroad Elkins, Brent Harkleroad, Amy Harkleroad Burke, Nathan Harkleroad, Natasha Harkleroad Jonas, and Jeremy Harkleroad.
In honor of Betsy’s request, there will be no memorial service. Anyone wishing to remember her through a memorial donation, consider Timberlake United Methodist Church, Building Fund, 21649 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502, or Office of Advancement, Emory & Henry College, PO Box 950, Emory, VA 24327-24502.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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Ralph E. Leinart
Ralph Eugene Leinart, 88, of Montvale, peacefully passed away at his home on March 15, 2019. He was born June 21, 1930 in Clinton, Tennessee to John Isaac and Laura Leinart. His family moved to Virginia when he was a young boy. He attended Cradock High School in Portsmouth where he met the love of his life, Anna Lee Hutchens. Ralph and Anna were married 69 years.
Ralph was a devoted husband and father and a man of strong Christian faith. He was an ordained deacon and attended Faith Life Baptist Church in Montvale. Ralph worked as a carpenter and as a refrigeration mechanic. He also served in the Naval Reserves.
Ralph had many interests. He loved to fish and as a young man, played golf. He was an enthusiastic sports fan especially of football, baseball and racing. In his later years, he was a talented wood carver. He also loved the outdoors and was an avid birdwatcher and gardener.
In addition to his parents, Ralph is preceded in death by his wife, Anna Lee Hutchens Leinart; brother, Roy Leinart; son-in-law, Wade Hellman; sister-in-law, Patricia Hutchens; and brother-in-law, George Hutchens.
He is survived by his son, Gary Stephen Leinart, and wife Amy; daughter, Debra Hellman; and daughter Linda Harrison and husband, Bill; seven grandchildren, Billy Harrison and wife Shanna, Melissa Leinart, Rebecca Leinart Johnson and husband, Matthew, Stephen Hellman and wife Leeann, Ginny Harrison and husband, Yuri, Katie Heitz and husband Chris, Jennifer Nash and husband Alex; ten great-grandchildren, Claudia, Jacob, Kierra, Ellie, Henry, Mary Hazel, Benjamin, Caroline, Claire and Beckett; also numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
For those wishing to make memorial contributions please consider Faith Life Baptist Church in Montvale or The American Cancer Society.
A funeral service and celebration of Ralph’s life will be conducted at 1:00pm on Monday, March 18, 2019 at Faith Life Baptist Church in Montvale with Roger McKinney officiating. Burial will follow the service at the Hutchens Family Cemetery also in Montvale. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until 1:00pm prior to the service also at the church. To send condolences online please visit tharpfuneralhome.com. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford is assisting the family.
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Melvin Brafford
Melvin “Mickey” Gray Brafford of Goode, age 80, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on March 16, 2019.
Mickey leaves behind to cherish his memory, a loving wife, Sylvia J. Brafford; children, Christine Richardson (Brent), Leigh Doss (Steve), Brenda Hall, Harry Wolfe, Jr. (Debbie), Bruce Alan Wolfe, Vernon Wolfe (Susan), Harvey Wolfe (Sally), Ivan Wolfe (Thuy), Elizabeth “Libby” Rexrode (Tim); 17 granchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Prentice Carrington Brafford and Bertha Allgood Brafford; sister, Linda Sue Brafford.
After completing his technical education, Mickey had a fulfilling career with Verizon as a central office technician. Mickey was a ham radio enthusiast who enjoyed entering contests and attending clubs for ham radio. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all that knew him.
A memorial service will be held in honor of Mickey’s life at Oakland United Methodist Church in Goode on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 11 a.m. The family will receive friends at Tharp Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family.
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Kenneth L. Wallace
Kenneth Lee Wallace , 65, of Madison Heights, died Sunday, March 17, 2019.
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Lois Eades Bryant
Lois Eades Bryant, 71, of Lynchburg, passed away Monday, March 18, 2019.
Born May 25, 1947, she was a daughter of the late Charlie and Gracie Eades.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, David Bryant Sr.; and her sister, Mary “Sis” Karnes.
Lois is survived by her son, David Bryant Jr.; brother, Jim Eades; grandchildren, Ricky and Cody Bryant and a host of other family members.
The family will receive friends, Wednesday, March 20, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a service immediately following at 7:00 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg. Burial will take place Thursday, March 21, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Tree of Life Cemetery.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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Guy Ronald "Ronnie" Fitzgerald
Guy Ronald (Ronnie) Fitzgerald, 76, of Monroe, went to be with the Lord March 15, 2019. He was the son of the late Guy Waslia Fitzgerald and Lillian Rebecca (Reba) Bartley Fitzgerald. He is survived by his daughter, Angel Fitzgerald Allred, three grand-daughters, and his son Guy Cody Fitzgerald. He was a US Navy Veteran and retired parts manager. A Celebration of Life will be held at The Neighbors Place Restaurant in Lynchburg on Sunday, March 31 st at 1 pm.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family.
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Melvin "Mickey" Gray Brafford
Melvin “Mickey” Gray Brafford of Goode, age 80, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on March 16, 2019.
Mickey leaves behind to cherish his memory, a loving wife, Sylvia J. Brafford; children, Christine Richardson (Brent), Leigh Doss (Steve), Brenda Hall, Harry Wolfe, Jr. (Debbie), Bruce Alan Wolfe, Vernon Wolfe (Susan), Harvey Wolfe (Sally), Ivan Wolfe (Thuy), Elizabeth “Libby” Rexrode (Tim); 17 granchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Prentice Carrington Brafford and Bertha Allgood Brafford; sister, Linda Sue Brafford.
After completing his technical education, Mickey had a fulfilling career with Verizon as a central office technician. Mickey was a ham radio enthusiast who enjoyed entering contests and attending clubs for ham radio. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all that knew him.
A memorial service will be held in honor of Mickey’s life at Oakland United Methodist Church in Goode on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at 11 a.m. The family will receive friends at Tharp Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Bedford, is assisting the family.
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Kenneth Lee Wallace
Kenneth Lee Wallace “Kenny”, 65, of Madison Heights, formerly of Lynchburg, passed away after a short but courageous battle with pancreatic cancer on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at home with his loving wife at his side.
He was born on August 7, 1953 in Lynchburg, to the late Jack Dexter and the late Lurlene Dodd Wallace. Kenny and his older brother Joe were raised in Madison Heights. Kenny graduated from Amherst County High School in 1971.
Kenny had a strong faith in God from his childhood that carried him through life, even during his battle with cancer. Raised Southern Baptist, Kenny embraced the Methodist faith for part of his adult years, later converting to Catholicism in 2016. Kenny was a proud member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church and loved his church family. Kenny always had a smile on his face and remained positive, encouraging family and friends until his last days. Kenny never met a stranger and often introduced himself as Kenny Wallace, the non-race car driver.
Kenny was a lifelong sports enthusiast who played many sports in his younger years. Later in life, Kenny coached his children, watched them play, and took them to watch their favorite teams. Kenny especially loved college sports and always cheered on his North Carolina Tarheels and Alabama Crimson Tide. Roll Tide!
Kenny loved his family and friends, America, lighthouses, music, the beach, the mountains, cars, and life in general. He played in a band, sang in chorus, and later sang in his church’s choir. Kenny was always up for an adventure and loved visiting new places, nearly always accompanied by his wife, children, grandchildren, or the entire family.
Kenny served with the Army National Guard and was a true patriot. Kenny sold car parts for most of his adult life and worked in outside parts sales and customer logistics support for the past 18 years with Sonny Merryman Incorporated. Kenny loved being a part of the Sonny Merryman family, but reluctantly retired in December 2018, following his diagnosis.
Kenny married Robin Wood in 1982. Kenny and Robin had two children: Stephanie Nicole and Brian Christopher. After Kenny and Robin divorced, Kenny married Sandy Atkins Bottoms in 2000 and became a wonderful, loving stepdad to Sandy’s children: Jennifer Marie, Lauren Michelle, and John D. “Jack” III, who he treated as his own.
Some of the children and grandchildren’s favorite memories of Kenny include: many beach trips, boating at Smith Mountain Lake, playing ball together, hiking in the woods, sports events, and spending time with the extended family. Kenny attended nearly all of the children’s and grandchildren’s activities, from theater and marching band to ball games and concerts. He was a strong supporter of Heritage High School, which all five children attended; Averett College, Brian’s alma mater; Liberty University, Stephanie’s alma mater; and Bridgewater College, Jack’s alma mater.
Stephanie remembers the year Kenny put on Santa boots and stomped around the house on Christmas Eve to keep the kids believing in Santa for one more year. Kenny passed his love of sports on to both of his children and supported Stephanie in all of her activities. Stephanie and Kenny attended many Liberty University games together, both while she was attending L.U. and after her graduation. Kenny was so proud to walk Stephanie down the aisle when she was married in April, 2018 and was looking forward to the grandchildren he knew would eventually arrive.
Kenny coached Brian’s baseball teams through the years and in later years, cheered Brian on from the sidelines in high school and college baseball. Brian and Kenny made several sports trips over the past couple of years including a trip to the SEC championship to watch Brian’s Florida Gators play Kenny’s Alabama Crimson Tide, and a trip to watch a North Carolina Tarheels home basketball game. The Tarheels game was one of Kenny’s bucket list items. After the game was over, Brian took Kenny’s picture with Dick Vitale, also known as "Dickie V", a well-known college basketball sportscaster. Kenny was proud to be one of Brian’s groomsmen when he was married in October, 2014. Brian and Bryce’s daughter Addilyn Reese was the apple of her Pa’s eye. Kenny and Sandy watched little Reese on Wednesdays and Kenny delighted in seeing Reese grow and learn.
Jenny was married two months after Kenny and Sandy’s wedding and Kenny was a rock of support for Sandy as she prepared to be mother of the bride. Kenny was very close to Jenny, BJ and their son Kyle, who graduates from high school this year. After Jenny and her family moved to Columbus in 2014, Kenny and Sandy visited as often as possible and loved to explore with Jenny and her family.
After Lauren moved out, she visited Sandy and Kenny frequently. For periods of time, Lauren and the children lived with Kenny and Sandy. Her two oldest children, Andrew and Alexis, were very close to their Pa and loved spendovers and adventures with Gan and Pa. Kenny also welcomed Lauren’s stepchildren Delilah and Logan with open arms and baby Ellie, the youngest grandchild, always has a smile for Pa.
Jack and Kenny hit it off well from the start. Like Kenny, Jack loved sports of all types. Although Kenny had never played soccer, he learned the rules of the game as he cheered Jack on through middle school, high school, and college. Kenny and Sandy made many road trips to Bridgewater when Jack was in college. Kenny was looking forward to Jack’s marriage in June to Katie, the love of his life, and already considered Katie’s daughter Kayla as a beloved granddaughter.
When Sandy and Kenny married, they had four middle school and high school kids living at home. Despite the sometimes chaotic pace of life, their focus was always on taking care of their children. Kenny and Sandy were active volunteers with their churches, the children's schools, marching band, basketball, baseball, theater, concert band, chorus, show choir, soccer, volleyball, forensics, football, and whatever else the kids got involved with. They were fixtures on the sidelines and in the stands at Heritage even after the kids were grown.
Above all, Kenny was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend who loved his family deeply. He never missed an opportunity to brag about the kids and grandkids to friends and strangers alike. Kenny served as an inspiration to us all and we will love and miss him forever. Although we grieve Kenny’s death, we rejoice at his victory over death and know that he’s at peace with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Kenny was a kind, gentle, and wonderful man with a heart for others. His faith was strong and he never stopped fighting. His smile and laughter were contagious and nobody had a bad word to say about Kenny. He had an even temper and only raised his voice on the sidelines to yell, “Call it both ways, blue!” Hundreds of extended family members, former coworkers, neighbors, and lifelong friends have reached out to us by phone, text, or social media during Kenny’s illness and since his death and we are eternally grateful for your love and support. Kenny believed that all things were to be used to the glory of God, whether they were good or bad. He lived what he believed during his cancer journey, sharing positive encouragement, smileys, and a song of the day with friends every morning on Facebook. Kenny will be missed, but never forgotten. He touched so many hearts and was loved by all who knew him.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Joseph Dexter; Sandy’s parents, Robin’s parents; brother-in-law, Jim Reilly, and brother-in-law, Eddie Wong.
Kenny is survived by his beloved wife, Sandy Wallace; children: Stephanie Rivera (Steven), Brian Wallace (Bryce), Jenny Bryant (Kenneth "BJ"), Lauren Titus (Andrew), and John Bottoms III (Katie Kervin); grandchildren: Reese Wallace, Kyle Bryant, Andrew Ham, Alexis Ham, Ellie Titus, Delilah Titus, Logan Titus and Kayla Stanley; sister-in-law Laura Wallace; nephews: Andrew Wallace (Tiffany) and Jonathan Wallace (Ashley) and their families; sisters-in-law, Sue Atkins, Sister Kathy Atkins, Debbie Reilly, and Nancy Fairchild (Bill Woerner) and their families; brothers-in-law, Bob Atkins (Jeana), Mike Atkins (Mako Shimoda), and Pat Atkins and their families.
Kenny is also survived by Robin Wood, his friend and the mother of his children and her husband, Kenneth Sprouse; cousins: Janice Housman, Joyce Kidd, Joan Mann, Steve Chambliss and their families; the Sonny Merryman family; the St. Thomas More family; and countless friends too many to list.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 21 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, 220 Breezewood Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502.
Visitation will also be held on Friday, March 22 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 3015 Roundelay Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 12:15 p.m. A reception and burial follow the Mass. Burial will be at Virginia Memorial Park, 11490 Forest Road, Forest, VA 24551. Memorial donations may be made to St. Thomas More Catholic Church or the charity of your choice.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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Danny Dariel Addair
Danny Dariel Addair, 71, of Moneta, died Wednesday, March 20, 2019.
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Emily P. Massie (Mason)
Emily Pauline (Polly) Mason Massie, 87, of Bedford, passed away at her home on Monday, March 18, 2019.
She was born May 27, 1931 in Hampton, Va. to the late Andrew Jackson Mason and Lilia Virginia West Mason. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Herman Clarence Massie, and her brothers, Edward, Everett, and Earl Mason.
Emily is survived by her two sons; Mike and Baron Massie as well as nine grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; one brother; Ernest Mason and many who dearly loved their Aunt Polly.
She was a loving wife and mother. While raising her two sons, she managed to accomplish numerous awards and achievements during her career with the Federal Government. Retiring to Bedford, she was able to happily spend her days gardening, adoring her roses and spending time with her many grandchildren. Polly is greatly loved, greatly missed, and will live on in the hearts of many.
A funeral service will be conducted at 12:00 p.m. Monday, March 25, 2019 at Tharp Funeral Home in Bedford conducted by Rev. Donnie Glass. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Virginia Memorial Park.
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Walter Braxton Wills, III
Walter Braxton Wills, III, 67, of Roanoke passed away on March 20, 2019 at Virginia Veterans Care Center.
Born February 28, 1952 in Lynchburg he was a son of the late Walter Braxton Wills, Jr. and Elizabeth Ann Duval Wills.
Walter proudly served his country in the U.S.Army during the Vietnam War.
He is survived by his three children: Jason, Yevette, and Shelsa Wills; brother: William Wills; sisters: Mary Ann Wills, Patricia Ferriola, Doris Hall, Joan M. Booker, Annette Campbell; 5 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
The family will hold a memorial service at a later date.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory Bedford is assisting the family.
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Linda Evans Allison
Linda Leigh Evans Allison, 65, of Lynchburg, died Tuesday, March 19, 2019.
Born Thursday, August 27, 1953, in Norfolk, VA, Linda was a daughter of the late Geary Wayne Evans and the late Betty Rae Strickland Evans.
Linda is survived by her sister Cindy Dolan and her husband, Joe, three nieces: Erika Wood, Elizabeth Copes and her husband, William, and Erin Dolan, a great-niece, Sadie Dolan, two great-nephews, Joey and Laethan Copes, and her cat, Zazzles. She is also survived by her aunt, Jerry Harper of Jacksonville, FL, and her cousin, Lynne Brissette of Virginia Beach.
Linda was a proud graduate of Lynchburg College and received her master’s degree from USC.
Linda was retired from the human resources department at Buffalo Air Handling in Amherst, VA. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and Timberlake United Methodist Church. Several days each week, she enjoyed water aerobics at the Altavista YMCA, and treasured the friends she made there. She knitted the most beautiful gifts for those she loved, as well as making chemo caps for cancer patients and scarves for the homeless. She loved Guns N’ Roses and Bob Seger and made sure to introduce her nieces to the classics on trips to Nags Head; they have fond memories of those rides. She loved cats and owls, and at different points in her life, collected both. She loved basketball, especially UVA and the Chicago Bulls during the Michael Jordan era. She lived life on her own terms, and after her retirement, often said she was now old enough to do what she wanted, when she wanted. Linda was a loyal friend, an irreplaceable older sister, and the cool aunt. She will be missed.
A celebration of Linda's life will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, March 29, 2019 at Timberlake United Methodist Church with Pastor Brad McMullen officiating.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the Lynchburg Humane Society’s City Cat Fix Program.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, (434) 237-9424.
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David Alexander Ferguson
David Alexander Ferguson, 87, of Lynchburg, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was married to his beloved wife, Earleen Brooks Ferguson, for 60 years.
Born in Appomattox, VA, on May 1, 1931, he was the son of Bernard and Sally W. Ferguson. He attended one year of college at the University of Richmond on a football scholarship and then served in the US Army from 1953 until 1954 during the Korean Conflict where he was stationed in Germany. He graduated from Lynchburg College in 1957 with a degree in Business Administration and joined Craddock & Terry Shoe Corporation as an industrial engineer. David spent 31 years at Craddock & Terry until the company reorganized. He spent the remaining years of his career in insurance, various service positions, and as the property manager and moderator for the Lynchburg Baptist Association.
David thoroughly enjoyed helping others, whether it was supervising Habitat for Humanity house projects, coordinating youth groups for numerous rehabilitation and construction projects, or coaching the church softball team. He was an avid sports fan who played football and baseball in high school and college; had the highest league average for bowling while serving in the Army; enjoyed playing golf with his nephew and putt-putt with his daughter; and loved watching all types of sports either in person or on television.
As a long-time member of Chestnut Hill Baptist Church, David served as a deacon, trustee, head of the Baptist Mens group, and the director of Sunday School for many years. He also chaperoned or drove the van for endless children, youth, seniors, recreation and mission trips. David was also a faithful early morning exerciser at the YMCA Downtown for over 20 years.
In addition to his wife, David is survived by one daughter, Debby Ferguson Singleton (and husband Mark) of Cullowhee, NC and two granddaughters, Skyler and Mckayla Singleton. Preceding him in death, was his youngest daughter, Delena, who passed away in 1991.
The family wishes to thank the staff of English Meadows in Bedford for the care and kindness shown to David over the past two years as he resided in their facility. Additional thanks and support go out to Medi-Home Hospice staff and nurses for the comfort care they provided over the past two months and to Generation Solutions staff for their ongoing assistance.
The celebration of his life will be held at Chestnut Hill Baptist Church, 5225 Fort Avenue, on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at 11:00am. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. A fellowship meal will be served immediately after the service. The family will also receive visitors at their home (108 Holcombe Road, Lynchburg, VA) later that afternoon.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to the YMCA of Lynchburg (Downtown), Habitat for Humanity, Lynchburg Baptist Association, Compassionate Friends, Chestnut Hill Baptist Church, or the charity of your choice.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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Maurice Brammer, Sr.
Maurice Howard Brammer, Sr. 86, of Thaxton passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 20, 2019. He was the loving husband of the late Kathy Marie Lovern Brammer.
Born in Montgomery Co. May 3, 1932, he was a son of the late Otho Eugene and Lura Ellen Bryant Brammer.
Maurice proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the VFW and the American Legion.
Maurice is survived by his children: Maurice Howard Brammer, Jr. and wife, Brenda, Lou Ellen Poff, Teresa Ann Taylor and husband Donald, Kim Elaine Stewart and husband Darell, Frances Marie Custer and husband, Dwayne; brother: Wilmer Gene Brammer and wife, JoAnne, Sister Evelyn Rice and husband Russell and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 25, 2019 at Tharp Funeral Home in Bedford conducted by the Rev. James B. Keaton. Interment will follow in Holyland Cemetery with military honors by the American Legion Post #16. The family will receive friends one hour before the service from 2:00-3:00 p.m.
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Linda Weston
Linda Weston, 76, of Evington, died peacefully at 5:10 p.m., Wednesday, March 20, 2019.
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Maureen K. Smith
Maureen K. Smith, 70, of Lynchburg, died Wednesday, March 20, 2019.
Arrangements are pending.
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Ronney L. Lantz
Ronney Lee Lantz, 51, of Roanoke passed away on March 20, 2019 at his residence.
Born in Roanoke March 25, 1967, he was the son of Irene W. Lantz and the late Elbert Kenneth Lantz.
In addition to his mother Ronney is survived by his son: Derek Ryan Lantz; sister: Cheerre L. Patterson and her husband, Patrick, and three nieces.
The family request memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association, 4217 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060 or St. Jude’s Research Hospital, P.O.Box 1000, Memphis, TN 38148
A private graveside service will be held for the family.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory Bedford is assisting the family.
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Dallas Quentin Hudnall
Dallas Quentin Hudnall, 51, of Lynchburg was called home by the Lord on Wednesday, March 20, 2019.
Dallas was born on January 8, 1968 in Lynchburg, the beloved and only child of William Daniel Hudnall, Jr. and Ms. Linda Hamlet Hudnall of Lynchburg. Dallas graduated from Heritage High School in 1986 and proudly and honorably served his country in the U. S. Marine Corps, attaining the rank of Sergeant. He served in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. While there he was baptized in the Persian Gulf. Dallas had a compassion for animals, especially cats. He greatly loved is cat and constant companion “Katniss”.
In addition to his parents he is survived by three uncles and four aunts, Ronnie & Wanda Hamlet, David & Mae Hamlet of Lynchburg, Jeri Hamlet, widow of Jim Hamlet of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Darryl and Laura Hudnall of Rustburg, numerous cousins and special friends Ray & Esther Simms, and his best friend through life, John Simms.
He was preceded in death by one uncle Jimmy Hamlet, his maternal grandparents, Vernard & Julia Hamlet and paternal grandparents, William D. & wife Xarifa Hudnall.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 28, 2019 at Tharp Funeral Home Lynchburg with military honors to be performed by American Legion Post #16.
The family would like to give a special thanks to his Doctors in Lynchburg, at the Forest C.V.F.P, esp. Dr. Kliner, the Doctors and staff at U.V.A, for their loving care during his stay there, and to the staff at Pearson Cancer Center.
Memorials may be made to the Lynchburg Humane Society in memory of Dallas.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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Mary Unrue (Shipp)
Mary Shipp Unrue, 81, of Lynchburg died Friday, March 22, 2019. She was the wife of the late Claude Douglas Unrue, Jr.
Mary was born August 20, 1937 in Charlotte County, a daughter of the late Robert Lee Shipp and Gertrude Rice Shipp. Mary was retired from Ross Laboratory, where she worked in production. She was a long-time member of First Monroe Baptist Church. Mary was known for her love of animals and her kindness to all.
She is survived by her brother Robert L. Shipp of Chester, one sister Mildred S. Burks of Monroe, four half-brothers, Paul, Richard, Clyde and Gene Shipp, two half-sisters, Ann Maddox and Fay Adams and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Doug and her sister Ola Mae Guthrie.
A Graveside service for Mary will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, 2019 at Fort Hill Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers please consider the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society or to a charity of your choice.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family.
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