Carolyn Lee Tharpe

Date of Death: January 8, 2021

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South Chapel

1260 Front Royal Pike

Winchester, VA 22602

Thursday 1/14, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

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South Chapel

1260 Front Royal Pike

Winchester, VA 22602

Thursday 1/14, 10:00 am

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Shenandoah Memorial Park

1270 Front Royal Pike

Winchester, VA 22602

(540) 667-2012 |

Thursday 1/14

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Carolyn Lee Tharpe, 72, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 8, 2021, at her home.

Carolyn was born on August 16^th 1948, in Warren County, Virginia, the daughter of the late William Edward and Audrey Jane Corbin. She was a 1966 graduate of Clarke County High School in Berryville. During that same year she became the second ever Ms. Boyce Honorary Fire Chief.

Later in life she completed college courses at Lord Fairfax Community College. Carolyn joyfully worked at Christendom College in Front Royal for 31 years, serving as the payroll, Human Relations and Benefits manager, retiring in 2019. She was a very dedicated and loyal employee who thoroughly enjoyed her years at the College touching many lives along the way. Prior to that, she worked for 10 years as an assistant cafeteria manager for the Warren County School System.

Carolyn attended the Assembly of God in Warren County. Carolyn’s family was the most precious and important part of her life. She was a very devoted mother, grandmother and sister, always tending to their need before her own. She was a firm believer that anything you wanted in life you had to work to achieve.

Carolyn is survived by her daughters, Kimberly Tharpe and Kelly Martin and husband, Wally; her son, Jeffrey Tharpe and partner, Kenneth Tharpe; grandchildren, Jobee and Kolby Martin; sister, Barbara Jane Clatterbuck and husband, Thomas; brother, Edward “Bo” Corbin; nephews, Thomas Edwin Clatterbuck and wife, Sue and Dennis Howard Clatterbuck and wife, Katie; and granddogs, Ralphie and Gabbie.

In addition to her parents, Carolyn is preceded in death by her faithful dog and companion, Lucy.

Pallbearers will be Edward “Bo” Corbin, Wally Martin, Dennis Clatterbuck, Happy Anderson and Francis Riggins.

A gathering of friends and family to celebrate Carolyn’s life will be held on Thursday, January 14^th at 9:00 am at Omps, South Chapel with the service immediately following at 10:00 am with Pastor Richard Kerfoot and Pastor Nathaniel Townley officiating. Interment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park, Winchester, Virginia.

Please view obituary and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com

Deloris Hausenfluck

Steve Denney

The Anderson’s

Larry Tavenner

Priscilla White-Abuhl

Mary Langfitt Touhey

Kenneth Tharpe

Donna Morgan

Donnie Elsea, Class of '66

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South Chapel

1260 Front Royal Pike

Winchester, VA 22602

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Thursday 1/14, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

South Chapel

1260 Front Royal Pike

Winchester, VA 22602

Map

Thursday 1/14, 10:00 am

Shenandoah Memorial Park

1270 Front Royal Pike

Winchester, VA 22602

(540) 667-2012 | Map

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Carolyn Lee Tharpe, 72, of Front Royal, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 8, 2021, at her home. Carolyn was born on August 16th 1948, in Warren County, Virginia, the daughter of the late William Edward and Audrey Jane Corbin. She was a 1966 graduate of Clarke County High School in Berryville. DuringContinue Reading

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I was a student at Christendom and was always so grateful for Carolyn's kind smile and patience with me! She was a lovely woman.

Carolyn's children, Barbara and Bo, Your Mom always had a smile when ever you saw her. I remember going to their home in high school and the fun we had. May God hold each of you in the palm of his hand during the days to come . She fought the fight and now she is resting in peace. No more pain or suffering. She was a wonderful person Deloris McDonald Hausenfluck

Carolyn 's children , Barbara and Bo. My heart goes out to each of you in this time of sorrow. Remember she is not suffering anymore. She sure fought the fight. May God hold each of you in the palm of his hands during the days ahead. May she Rest in peace. Deloris McDonald Hausenfluck

In memory of Carolyn Lee Tharpe, Steve Denney lit a candle

The CCHS Class of '66 shares a strong bond for several reasons, not the least of which is the fact that so many of us began our education together in the first grade. We have our own understanding of the "tie that binds" and when we lose one, it hurts. I hope it helps Carolyn's family to know there are many outside her family circle who share their loss.

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Carolyn was the sweetest lady I had ever met. She just had the sweetest spirit about her. She always made you fill welcome with her beautiful smile!!! She will be missed terribly but she is no longer in pain. We have the whole family in our thoughts and prayers.

Bill and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. It is with sadness that we extend our condolences to the family of our dear classmate. May your memories help heal your heart in the months and years ahead.

I graduated with Carolyn in 1966. She was always so pleasant. Sorry for your loss.

I started 1st grade with her and we graduated together in 1966. I loved being with her. I’m thinking of you during this time of bereavement. May the fond memories you shared with your mom, grandmother and sister help comfort you in the next days, weeks and months to come. God bless.

Carolyn was such a wonderful lady. She always had a smile. She loved her family and friends. It was such a pleasure knowing her.

So very sorry to hear about the passing of your mom… Thoughts and prayers to your whole family, may she rest in peace, I know she thought a hard battle

You will forever be in my heart thank you for coming into my life and becoming Mom #2. I love you spread your wings and fly beautiful lady.

So sorry for your loss. Carolyn was a beautiful lady inside and out. I know she will be truly missed. Much love to her family whom she truly treasured.

In memory of Carolyn Lee Tharpe, Donnie Elsea, Class of '66 lit a candle

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