Obituaries

Wesley Steven Hauser

Wesley Steven Hauser

Oct 15, 2025

Wesley Steven Hauser

August 22, 1949 – October 15, 2025

Wesley Steven Hauser went to be with the Lord peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on October 15, 2025.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 54 years, Brenda Hauser; sons Joshua Hauser (Laura) and Jeremy Hauser, both of East Bend; and his cherished grandchildren Turner, Sarah, Tucker (Zoie), Taylor, Anna, Ashley,...

Nadalie Makye Norman Flynt

Nadalie Makye Norman Flynt

Oct 14, 2025

Nadalie Makye Norman-Flynt, 20, unexpectedly passed away Tuesday, October 14, 2025. She was born December 24, 2004 in Forsyth County to her mother Shaneena Landry. Nadalie was a junior at High Point University with a very bright future ahead of her. She loved children and enjoyed babysitting. Nadalie was such a joy to be around and was never in a...

Sharon Kay Blevins

Sharon Kay Blevins

Oct 14, 2025

Ms. Sharon Kay Blevins, 67, passed away at her home on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, surrounded by family. She was born in McDowell County, West Virginia on February 19, 1958 to Harry “Red” Julian Blevins and Ruby Eleanor Hall Blevins. She was well known in her small town of Welch, West Virginia. Sharon started working as a teller at First...

Michael Terry Tucker

Michael Terry Tucker

Oct 13, 2025

Mr. Michael “Mike” Terry Tucker, 59, of Surry County, passed away peacefully Monday, October 13, 2025 at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home. He was raised in Surry County, Michael was known for his love of classic cars, riding his Harley, and a great passion for Art work. He had a deep appreciation for the simple things in life...

Raleigh Barnard Welborn

Raleigh Barnard Welborn

Oct 12, 2025

Mr. Raleigh Barnard Welborn, 75, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025. He was born on July 2, 1950 in Watauga County to the late John Washington Welborn and Vivian Wood Welborn. Raleigh loved cars, sports and mowing his lawn. Most importantly, he loved his granddaughter, Taylor, and spending time with her.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

Rilla Whitaker Fletcher

Rilla Whitaker Fletcher

Oct 10, 2025

Boonville, NC — Rilla Sue Whitaker Fletcher, a beloved lifelong resident of Yadkin County, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 10, 2025, after a lifetime devoted to her family, faith, and community.

Born July 7, 1930 in Yadkin County to the late Dwight and Joyce Jester Whitaker, Rilla grew up in Boonville and graduated from Yadkinville High School before earning her...

Velna Mathis Riggins

Velna Mathis Riggins

Oct 8, 2025

Velna Mathis Riggins

August 20, 1925 – October 8, 2025

Garner, North Carolina

Mrs. Velna Evaughn Mathis (Hensdale) Riggins, 100 years of age, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 after a serious fall in September. She was born on August 20, 1925 in Yadkin County to Bob Glenn and Nadie Shore Mathis. Velna was the first born of the couple’s 11 children.

In...

Richard Vernon Casstevens

Richard Vernon Casstevens

Oct 7, 2025

Hamptonville – Richard “Ricky” Vernon Casstevens, Jr., 75, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025. He was born March 15, 1950 in Yadkin County to the late Richard Vernon Casstevens, Sr. and Jessie Long Casstevens. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Sue Moxley Casstevens; brother, Danny Casstevens. He is survived by his sons,...

Betty Pardue Milholand

Betty Pardue Milholand

Oct 5, 2025

Betty Pardue Milholand, 84, went to be with her Lord and Savior on the 5th of October, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born to the late John D. and Cornelia Pardue on the 28th of November, 1940. Betty was dedicated to her family and loved playing card games like rummy and go-fish. She was Richard Petty's biggest...

Priscilla Crater Lang

Priscilla Crater Lang

Oct 5, 2025

Priscilla Crater Lang, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family and leaves behind a legacy of kindness, faith, and devotion that will be cherished for generations to come.

Born on September 23, 1939, Priscilla was the daughter of George Lincoln Crater and Ruth Alva Hall. She dedicated...

Tom Poplin

Tom Poplin

Oct 2, 2025

Tom Poplin of Yadkin County and of Elkin died at his home on the 2nd of October, 2025. His death was hastened by a neurological condition caused by exposure to Agent Orange while serving in combat with the 101st Airborne Division in the Republic of Vietnam in 1968-1969.

His parents were Alta Wagoner Poplin and James Hazel Poplin of Bryant Road...

Bonnie Livengood Hampton

Bonnie Livengood Hampton

Oct 1, 2025

Bonnie Livengood Hampton, 83, passed away Wednesday, October 1, 2025. She was born October 19, 1941 in Yadkin County to the late Jessie Savannah Livengood and Laura Lucinda Wilkins Livengood. She was a loving wife, mother, nana, and Grandma Bonnie. She worked for Sara Lee for 40 years. Bonnie is a breast cancer survivor of 38 years. She loved spending...

Nadine Daye

Nadine Daye

Sep 30, 2025

Ms. Nadine Daye, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025 at the age of 89. She was born on March 4, 1936 in Wilkes County to the late Alta Daye Jester and John Harold Lowman. Family was her greatest joy. Nothing brought her more happiness than the time she spent with her children, grandchildren,...

Kathleen Swaim Adams

Kathleen Swaim Adams

Sep 30, 2025

Mrs. Kathleen Swaim Adams, 94, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Yadkin Nursing Center. She was born on November 17, 1930, in Forsyth County to the late Melvin Swaim and Ethel Groce Swaim.

Kathleen dedicated many years of her life to serving others as a nurse at Lula Conrad Hoots Memorial Hospital in Yadkinville, Yadkin Nursing Center, and...

Phillip Andrew Beamer

Phillip Andrew Beamer

Sep 29, 2025

Phillip Andrew Beamer, 58, passed away peacefully at home on hospice Monday, September 29, 2025. Phillip was born on April 28, 1967, to the late Franklin Beamer and Peggy Reece.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by several aunts and uncles, his close friend and brother-in-law Paige Corley, and his beloved grand-dog, Clover.

Phillip is survived by his...

Greta Wooten Price

Greta Wooten Price

Sep 25, 2025

Mrs. Greta Jane Wooten Price, 91, of Moore Haven, Florida passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025. She was born December 14, 1933 to the late Jesse Sherrill Wooten and Vivian Gray Norman Wooten. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ben White Price. Mrs. Price was a graduate of Appalachian State University with her...

Dianne Comer

Dianne Comer

Sep 25, 2025

Patricia Dianne Comer, 72, of Hamptonville, NC, went to her Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 25, 2025. She was surrounded by the two men in her life, her husband Billy, her son, Dwayne and an unexpected Angel who was there throughout the journey (Christine).

Dianne was born January 25, 1953, in Yadkin County to the late Roger Hutchins and Gracie...

Deborah Johnson Bryant

Deborah Johnson Bryant

Sep 21, 2025

Deborah “Debbie” Johnson Bryant, 69, of Hamptonville, North Carolina, went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 21, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family. She was born February 11, 1956 in Surry County to the late Dennis and Eunice Johnson. She had an Engineering Degree from Surry Community College and retired from Yadtel after 27 years...

Rebecca Chappell Billings

Rebecca Chappell Billings

Sep 21, 2025

Jonesville – Rebecca Ann Chappell Billings, 73, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025. She was born March 22, 1952 in Surry County to the late Roman Chappell and Katy Lee Simmons Chappell. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Lester Billings. She is survived by her sister, Juanita (Lonnie) Nichols; brother, Michael Chappell;...

Margaret Ann Ashley Draughn

Margaret Ann Ashley Draughn

Sep 21, 2025

Margaret Ann Ashley Draughn, 83, passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025. She was born November 8, 1941 in Wilkes County to the late Gurney Miller Ashley and Faye Harris Ashley. Mrs. Draughn was a long-time member of Branon Friends Meeting and attended New Hope Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters: Dorothy Edwards, Phyllis Williams; brothers:...