Whitten Monelison Chapel

06/06/2026

Eva Golden Mays Gowen went to be with the lord after 100 years on this earth on Thursday, June 4th, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Mack Mays and Nettie Coffey Mays.

Celebrate the life of Eva Gowen, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Whitten Monelison Chapel.

05/13/2026

It is with profound sorrow we post about the loss of one of our own, Licensed Funeral Director and dedicated PreNeed Planner, Bill Rhudy.

William Porter “Bill” Rhudy, III, 70, of Lynchburg, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026.
Born on December 31, 1955, in Penn Yan, New York, he was the son of the late William P. Rhudy, Jr. and Betty Jean Andrews Rhudy.

Bill is survived by his partner, Dinah Arnott; his son, William Porter Rhudy IV, daughter-in-law April Rhudy, and their son, William Porter Rhudy V; and his son, Nick Rhudy, daughter-in-law Heather Rhudy, and their children, Katelynn, Braxton, and Re*****on.

Celebrate the life of William Rhudy, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Whitten Timberlake Chapel.

04/24/2026

Peggy Watson Tyree, 94, of Madison Heights, VA passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Born on February 7, 1932, she was the only daughter of the late Rudolph Owen Watson and Mildred Cyrus Watson.

Celebrate the life of Peggy Tyree, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Whitten Monelison Chapel.

04/24/2026

Isabel Grace Wallace Cesafsky Hundley, 86, of Lynchburg, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Thomas Cushing Wallace, III., and Kate Bernard Hyatt Wallace.

Celebrate the life of Isabel Grace Hundley, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Whitten Monelison Chapel.

04/24/2026

Wayne Eugene Henson, 77, passed from this earthly life to his heavenly home April 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Celebrate the life of Wayne Henson, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Whitten Monelison Chapel.

04/24/2026

Thomas Jeffrey “Jeff” Davis, 66, of Monroe passed away surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. He was the son of the late Thomas Jasper Davis and Joanne Nuckols Davis.

Celebrate the life of Thomas Davis, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Whitten Monelison Chapel.

04/21/2026

George “Pat” Woody, 71, of Elon passed away Monday, April 20, 2026. He was the devoted husband of Joan Stinnett Woody of over 52 years. Born April 7, 1955, in Lynchburg, he was the son of the late “Buddy” Woody and Joann Crews Woody. He was a loving husband, brother, father, and grandfather.

Celebrate the life of George Woody, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Whitten Monelison Chapel.

04/11/2026

Planning for the future is one of the greatest gifts you can give your loved ones. Join us as we explore the importance of creating a will, the different types available, and how each can help protect those who matter most when difficulties arise.

02/14/2026

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For 89 years, Whitten Funeral Home has been a trusted name in our community, managed by the Whitten family since 1937. We take pride in offering personal, familial touches making each service as unique as the families we serve.

But what sets us apart? We're also backed by North America's largest funeral service network, ensuring that you and your loved ones have access to the best resources and support, no matter where life takes you.

Whether you’re pre-planning or going through a difficult time, we offer peace of mind knowing that every detail is taken care of by a dedicated team with a legacy of excellence.

Whitten Funeral Homes & Crematory
Lynchburg and Madison Heights
www.whittenfuneralhome.com

01/22/2026

After a death, the need for an experienced and compassionate Funeral Director is never greater. It's a professional like Brian Wheeler who can console, consult, and begin transforming grief into hope. Call Whitten Funeral Home at (434) 929-5712.