Mar 14, 2026

Mrs. Rafaela Anselmo Arellano, 81, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026. She was born on October 24, 1944 in Guerrero, Mexico, to the late Leovijildo Anselmo and Teresa Gahona.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons, Moises Arellano, Jorge Arellano, and Francisco Arellano. Rafaela is survived by her husband, Marcelino Arellano Cornejo; children, Mario...

Mar 14, 2026

Yadkinville - Mrs. Judy Maureen Foster Brown, 81, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026. She was born on December 8, 1944 in Chenango County, New York, to the late Robert Roland Foster and Evelyn Collins Foster. Judy was a member of Deep Creek Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Robert “Bobby”...

Mar 14, 2026

Imogene Macemore Collins, 91, of Jonesville, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, March 14, 2026. Mrs. Collins was born July 11, 1934, to the late Ernest Taft Macemore and Dacie Pardue Macemore.

Imogene was always smiling, even as she passed away. She was the sweetest kindest soul to every person she met. Her family loved her great cooking and looked forward...

Mar 12, 2026

East Bend – David L. Rockett, 85, passed peacefully at home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 12, 2026. He was born January 29, 1941 in Forsyth County to the late Worth Rockett and Ethel Jester Rockett.

David graduated from East Bend High School in 1959. He was a member of Forbush Friends Meeting where he served...

Mar 12, 2026

Donna Lee Carr Coins, 54, of Dobson, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Donna was born on October 29, 1971, to the late Ray Charles Carr, Sr and Carolyn Sue Gardener Carr.

Donna loved attending any races she could. She loved her family dearly, especially her grandbabies. She was a loyal member of Granite City Church.

In addition to her parents,...

Mar 12, 2026

Mr. John Carroll Hopkins, 79, passed away on March 12, 2026. 

A private service will be held at a later date. 

Mar 11, 2026

Rita Ann Waldrup Winters, 82, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. She was born on October 12, 1943, to Lester and Helen (Chappell) Waldrup in Jonesville, N.C. Rita worked in sewing and textiles, eventually running her own business as a seamstress. She loved reading, dogs, and all sorts of crafts. In her time, she was a dedicated quilter, basket...

Mar 11, 2026

Boonville – Patty Lou Whitaker Harrison, 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior on the 11th of March, 2026. She was born March 2, 1940 in Yadkin County to the late John Haskel Whitaker and Clara Belle Underwood Whitaker.

Patty graduated from Yadkinville High School and then she married her high school sweetheart “Verne” on April 6, 1958. She...

Mar 11, 2026

Mar 10, 2026

YADKINVILLE - Mr. John Randy Shore, 64, of Mahaney Rock Road passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

Mr. Shore was born December 11, 1961, in Yadkin County to John Ralph Shore and Edith Scott Shore. A man known for his generous heart and creative spirit, Randy lived his life with a constant desire to help others. He was always...

Mar 10, 2026

Ms. Anita Denise York, 61, passed away on March 10, 2026. She was born on February 14, 1965 in Davie County to Arthur Jesse York and Peggy Davis York. Anita will be remembered for her warm heart, strong faith, and the joy she found in life’s simple pleasures. A devoted fan of the North Carolina Tarheels and the Atlanta Braves,...

Mar 10, 2026

Mr. Stewart Dean Taylor, 65, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 10, 2026. A man deep of convictions and a rugged love for the outdoors, Stewart passed away knowing he was heading to his eternal home in the Kingdom of Heaven. He was born on August 15, 1960 at Hugh Chatham Hospital in Elkin, NC....

Mar 9, 2026

Sherry Thompson, 56, of Yadkinville, passed away in her home on Monday, March 9, 2026.

Sherry was a vibrant and spirited woman whose personality touched everyone she met. Her love of life shone brightly through her laughter and her unmistakable sense of style. She adored every shade of pink and purple and was rarely seen without her hair beautifully fixed and...

Mar 7, 2026

Mr. Robert Lee “R.L.” Eads, 85, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026. He was born in Elkin, NC on July 26, 1940 to Vester and Nina Eads. R.L. was a long-time member of Union Cross Friends Meeting. He was the owner and operator of R.L.’s Alignment Service. R.L. enjoyed working on cars and had been a mechanic for well...

Mar 7, 2026

Ruby Murphy, of East Bend, passed away on the 7th of March, 2026. She was born on January 6th, 1941, to the late “Lat” and Lesta Hennings. Ruby was a very active member of Stony Knoll United Methodist Church and dedicated her time to serving her Lord and the church community. She loved being active and playing softball and basketball....

Mar 7, 2026

Reverend Nelson C. Spaulding, 78, went to his heavenly home on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at SECU Hospice Care Center. Nelson was born September 28, 1947, in Kokomo, Indiana, to Ralph Earl and Grace Vinnie Kleckner Spaulding. He was a member of Collide Church and was known for faithfully serving God through many community outreaches.

Nelson earned a Bachelor of Arts...

Mar 5, 2026

Mr. Edward “Ed” Wesley Allen, 70, born August 18, 1955, passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Thursday, March 5, 2026, after a courageous 18-month battle with cancer. Edward was the beloved husband of Sherry Allen for 46 wonderful years, and the love they shared was the foundation of his life. Together they built a home filled...

Mar 4, 2026

Bobby Gray Hoots Jr. passed away on the 4th of March, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born to the late Bobby and Frances Hoots on the 28th of April, 1955. Bobby was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed spending his time hunting and fishing. He also was a talented woodworker and loved sharing his talent with friends and...

Mar 1, 2026

Mr. John Edward “JE” Southard, 89, passed away peacefully at Yadkin Nursing Center, Sunday, March 1, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born March 31, 1936 in Yadkin County to the late John Click and Lola Hayes Southard. JE and Jean Carol both trusted in our Lord and Savior, and attended First Baptist Church of Yadkinville and later moved...

Mar 1, 2026

Mrs. Lorine Caudle Collins, 80, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026. She was born July 6, 1945 in Yadkin County to the late Lonnie Leak Caudle and Nellie Ruth Driver Caudle. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Jessie Pearl Caudle Hutchens. Mrs. Collins enjoyed word search puzzles and she loved cooking. She is...