Obituaries

Kelly Gene Booe

Kelly Gene Booe

Apr 30, 2026

Kelly Gene Booe, July 1,1963—April 30, 2026, 62, of Yadkinville, North Carolina, passed away at his home April 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, stubborn opinions, and a few unfinished “inventions."

Kelly was a man who told it like it was, whether you asked or not. Known for his quick wit and even quicker comebacks. If there was a...

Ethylene Watson

Ethylene Watson

Apr 28, 2026

Ethylene “Nana” Brown Watson, of Jonesville, NC, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on April 28, 2026, with her daughter by her side. She was born on July 6, 1944, to the late Sam and Ima Brown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tony Watson; her brother, Gilbert Brown; and...

James Henry Smith

James Henry Smith

Apr 28, 2026

James Henry Smith, 90, passed away peacefully on April 28th, 2026. James was born September 24th, 1935 to the late Roscoe and Lillian Smith.

James graduated from Boonville High school in 1954 and later that year married Gaynelle Moxley. From 1955 to 1956 he played professional baseball for the Philadelphia Phillies Organization and then in 1957 played with the Kansas City...

Roslyn "Pebbles" Chunn

Roslyn "Pebbles" Chunn

Apr 27, 2026

Mrs. Roslyn Lynette “Pebbles” Scott Chunn, 61, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, April 27, 2026. Born on December 8, 1964, in Yadkin County, she was the beloved daughter of Bobby Eugene and Carolyn JoAnn Harding Scott.

Roslyn dedicated her professional life to serving others as a supervisor in the Business Information Technology Department at Forsyth Technical Community College...

Martha Ellen Collins

Martha Ellen Collins

Apr 26, 2026

Martha Ellen Pinnix Collins, 79, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026. She was born on December 26, 1946, in Surry County to the late Harley Richard and Margaret Ellen Pinnix.

Martha was a member of Maranatha Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and watching birds.

In addition to her parents, Martha was preceded in death by her husband,...

Jean Carol Adams Southard

Jean Carol Adams Southard

Apr 23, 2026

Jean Carol Adams Southard, 89, passed away peacefully at Yadkin Nursing Facility on April 23, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Jean Carol was born November 19, 1936, to the late Eugene Charles (E.C.) Adams and Ina Swift Adams of Yadkinville. She trusted in her Lord and Savior and attended First Baptist Church of Yadkinville and later moved her membership to Maplewood...

Cynthia "Cindy" Long McGehee

Cynthia "Cindy" Long McGehee

Apr 21, 2026

Boonville – Cynthia “Cindy” Sue Long McGehee, 71, passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2026. She was born February 9, 1955 in Forsyth County. She was preceded in death by her father, Arthur Burge Long. She is survived by her mother, Pattie Adams Long; children, Mikki (Tonya) McGehee, Tony (Denise) McGehee, Kortney McGehee; grandchildren, Mark (Crystal) Snow, Amanda (T.J.) Mayes, Travis...

Priscilla Coleman

Priscilla Coleman

Apr 17, 2026

Priscilla Coleman, of Somers Township, went to be with her Lord and Savior on the 17th of April, 2026. She was born on December 2nd, 1945, to the late Wayne and Lucille Williams. Priscilla was a long-time member of Shady Grove Baptist Church in Windy Gap. Priscilla loved her family intensely. She always looked forward to daily phone calls with...

David Michael Prevette

David Michael Prevette

Apr 15, 2026

David Michael Prevette, Boonville, 77, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, after an extended illness.

David proudly served his country in the United States Navy, entering service on September 19, 1967. He completed two tours of duty in Vietnam as part of the “Brown Water” Navy, serving on a Patrol Boat River (PBR) as a .50 caliber Gunner’s Mate. He...

Catherine Evelyn Mullins

Catherine Evelyn Mullins

Apr 14, 2026

Ms. Catherine Evelyn Mullins, 78, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at Autumn Care of Statesville, NC. She was born June 25, 1947 in McDowell County, West Virginia. Catherine grew up one of 8 children in a strong Christian family. She is preceded in death by her parents Preacher Ivan & Evelyn Mullins, brothers William “Ivan” & James, sisters...

Gleniford Ray Linville

Gleniford Ray Linville

Apr 14, 2026

Gleniford Ray Linville, 88, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, peacefully at home. He was born on January 17, 1938 to James Ralph and Nancy Elizabeth Linville. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Frank and Hugh Linville; and his wife, Frankie Linville. He is survived by his only child, his son, Scotty Linville and his...

Reba Wright Hollingsworth

Reba Wright Hollingsworth

Apr 14, 2026

Mrs. Reba Wright Hollingsworth

Life is a Journey…Heaven is the Destination!

On the Path of Life, as we walk each other toward HOME & all through the time of Reba’s journey, she was always a shining light, with a giving Servant’s heart to all that was fortunate to meet her, always pointing you toward her Savior, Jesus Christ.

At the age of 87,...

Audrey Steelman Hutchins

Audrey Steelman Hutchins

Apr 11, 2026

Mrs. Audrey Steelman Hutchins, 101, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Yadkin Nursing Center, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and enduring love.

Born September 2, 1924, in Yadkin County, Audrey was the daughter of the late George Leak and Bernice Hutchens Steelman. She was a woman of remarkable dedication and quiet strength, whose life was deeply...

Thomas L. Harding, Jr.

Thomas L. Harding, Jr.

Apr 10, 2026

Thomas Leonard Harding, Jr., born August 13, 1928, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026.

Thomas graduated from Courtney School in 1949. Shortly after, he proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1950 to 1952, spending much of his time stationed in Germany.

After returning home, Thomas built a long and dedicated career with Western Electric (AT&T), where he...

Zelma Swisher Eddleman

Zelma Swisher Eddleman

Apr 10, 2026

Zelma Jean Swisher Eddleman, 84, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026. Zelma was born on January 3, 1942, to the late Alvin “Ab” and Madge Long Swisher. She was a member of Turners Creek Baptist Church and worked at Unifi until her retirement. She loved to read and spend time with her husband. The two were always together, they...

Eddie Walter Steedly

Eddie Walter Steedly

Apr 9, 2026

Jonesville – Eddie Walter Steedly, 69, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026. He was born October 1, 1956 in Dorchester County, SC to the late Eddie Theodore Steedly and Mariam Smith Steedly

Eddie served honorably in the United States Air Force and graduated from Surry Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. He worked most recently for Lydall Corporation...

Georgia Kate Brown Windsor

Georgia Kate Brown Windsor

Apr 8, 2026

Mrs. Georgia Kate Brown Windsor, 78, of Hamptonville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at King Rehabilitation Center in King.

Born April 3, 1948, in Surry County, she was the daughter of the late George Poindexter Brown and Martha Faye Harrison Brown. Georgia was a familiar and friendly face to many through her years of service with Food Lion...

Phyllis Calloway Wooten

Phyllis Calloway Wooten

Apr 8, 2026

EAST BEND -  Mrs. Phyllis Calloway Wooten, 95, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.  She was born July 7, 1930 in Forsyth County to the late Bill and Flora Calloway.

Phyllis was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother.  She loved being a farmer's wife and actively participated in all aspects of Wooten Farms especially during tobacco season.  She was also...

Debra Bumgarner Vanhoy

Debra Bumgarner Vanhoy

Apr 6, 2026

Debra Kaye Bumgarner Vanhoy, 62, entered the presence of her Savior on Monday, April 6, 2026, after a fierce 365-day battle with pancreatic cancer. She entered eternity peacefully, surrounded by her family. She was born on May 3, 1963 in Wilkes County to Charlie Junior Bumgarner and Doris Lorene Mastin Bumgarner. Debbie graduated from Catawba Valley Community College with an...