Obituaries

Krystal Leigh Echols Matthews

Krystal Leigh Echols Matthews

Apr 21, 2024

Krystal Leigh Echols Matthews, 41, passed away on April 21, 2024. She was born on July 14, 1982 in Forsyth County to the late Angela Echols Hinsdale. Krystal was a faithful member of Bible Baptist Church. She loved her daughters immensely and enjoyed watching them play ball. She loved making people smile and enjoyed everyone’s company. Krystal was a mail...

Shirley Jean Warden Angell

Shirley Jean Warden Angell

Apr 21, 2024

East Bend – Shirley Jean Warden Angell, 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 21, 2024.  She was born July 22, 1943 in Yadkin County to the late Rev. Guy Warden and Elsie Williams Warden.  Shirley had a big heart for others and was loved by many for her annual phone calls and visits on...

Betty Jean Holden Spillman

Betty Jean Holden Spillman

Apr 21, 2024

Kernersville - Mrs. Betty Jean Holden Spillman, 73, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Kernersville Medical Center. She was born May 14, 1950, in Yadkin County to the late Paul and Mae Johnson Holden. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Holden, a sister, Margaret Norman, Brother-in-Law, Ronny Norman and Sister-in-Law, Joyce...

Alda Marie Cheek

Alda Marie Cheek

Apr 21, 2024

Cheek

Yadkinville – Mrs. Alda Marie Cheek, 99, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 21, 2024 at her home.  She was born February 4, 1925 in Yadkin County the 2nd born of 6 children born to the late Joseph and Viola Speer Willard.  Mrs. Cheek worked with Western Electric, Lucent Technologies, and retired from A.T. and T.   She was a member...

Doris Reynolds Hash

Doris Reynolds Hash

Apr 21, 2024

Mrs. Doris Reynolds Hash, 80, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024. She was born July 10, 1943 in Yadkin County to the late Marshall Wilson Reynolds and Nellie Gray Reavis Reynolds. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Albert “Lee” Hash; sister, Betty Beamer (Fred); brother, Henry Wilson Reynolds. Mrs. Hash enjoyed crocheting, knitting, fishing,...

Michael Gray Dixon

Michael Gray Dixon

Apr 20, 2024

Mr. Michael Gray Dixon, 53, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024. He was born June 28, 1970 in Yadkin County to the late Lester Gray Dixon and Janet Elaine Phillips Dixon. In fond memory, we commemorate Mr. Dixon, a cherished welding educator, inspector, and skilled welder. He touched the lives of over 1,000 students during his dedicated 16-year tenure as an...

Laura Cardell Harrison

Laura Cardell Harrison

Apr 20, 2024

HarrisonCLEMMONS - Laura Harrison, a devoted mother, compassionate burn unit nurse, and avid cat lover, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2024. Her unwavering dedication to her family, her patients, and her furry companions leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and service that will forever be cherished.Born on May 13th, 1959, Laura was the beloved daughter of Max and...

Vera “Lynn” Lyndol Haynes

Vera “Lynn” Lyndol Haynes

Apr 19, 2024

Ms. Vera “Lynn” Lyndol Haynes, 91, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024 at her home. Ms. Haynes was born July 16, 1932 to the late Oren Toler Haynes and Gladys West Haynes. 

In addition to her parents, Ms. Haynes was preceded in death by her extended family, William “John” Wingate Gentry and Martha Ruth Shore Gentry, Timothy Wayne Gentry and Carolyn...

Jean Kathryn Reavis Whitsett

Jean Kathryn Reavis Whitsett

Apr 19, 2024

Jean Reavis Whitsett, 73, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024, with her sisters at her side at Yadkin Nursing Center.    

She was born April 12, 1951, in Forsyth County to the late Clyde (Chunky) and Francis Harmon Reavis.  Jean graduated from Forbush High School and continued her education at East Carolina University. Upon graduating with a BS in Education...

Michael Lee Harris

Michael Lee Harris

Apr 19, 2024

Mr. Michael Lee Harris, 55, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024. He was born December 2, 1968 in Yadkin County to Leo Alvin Harris and Judy Rebecca Griffith Smith. Mr. Harris is preceded in death by his mother. Michael was an outstanding all-around athlete at Forbush High School. Michael was quick witted and very talented at anything he set his...

Barbara Davis Hobson

Barbara Davis Hobson

Apr 17, 2024

Our beloved Mama and Granny, Barbara Davis Hobson, 86, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson. She was born October 9, 1937 in Yadkin County to the late Fred and Goldie Davis. Barbara was a lifelong member of Union Grove Baptist Church. She enjoyed going to church on Sunday morning and watching Nascar races...

Frances Salmons Vestal

Frances Salmons Vestal

Apr 17, 2024

Vestal

Yadkinville -   Mrs. Frances Salmons Vestal, 79, of Union Cross Church Road passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at the Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson.  Mrs. Vestal was born May 28, 1944 in Yadkin County to the late James Harley and Lillie Cockerham Salmons.  She worked for several years with A.T.& T., later with Hanes Hosiery before retiring...

Dana McGee Conrad

Dana McGee Conrad

Apr 16, 2024

Conrad

YADKINVILLE -  Mrs. Dana McGee Conrad, 53, of Old US 421 Highway East passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at her home.  She was born July 1, 1970 in Forsyth County to the late Thomas Larry McGee and Linda Hayes McGee Baity.  Mrs. Conrad held her real estate license and had worked several years as a realtor with Coldwell-Banker...

Robert "Bob" Winfield Underwood

Robert "Bob" Winfield Underwood

Apr 16, 2024

Mr. Robert “Bob” Winfield Underwood, 81, was called home on April 16, 2024, after several years of declining health. He was born in Yadkin County, February 8, 1943, to Robert Miles Underwood and Hazel Mitchell Underwood. He grew up in Hamptonville and graduated from West Yadkin High School in 1961. Bob worked for RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company for over 35...

Freddie Wooten Walker

Freddie Wooten Walker

Apr 15, 2024

There will be much sadness in Clingman as a longtime pillar of the community, our Granny, has gone on to her eternal home in Heaven. Freddie Ann Wooten Walker, 81, of Clingman, peacefully passed away Monday, April 15th, 2024, surrounded by her family at Mountain Valley Hospice in Yadkinville. 

 

Freddie was born on December 28, 1942, in Yadkin County, to the...

Leon "Hoss" Edward Lineberry

Leon "Hoss" Edward Lineberry

Apr 15, 2024

Mr. Leon "Hoss" Edward Lineberry, 66, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024. He was born November 14, 1957, in Yadkin County to the late Harvey Odell Lineberry and Bevie Holt Lineberry. Mr. Lineberry enjoyed going to car shows, cooking out, and he especially loved spending time with his family and friends. He was a very loving father, grandfather and friend....

Dale Nixon

Dale Nixon

Apr 15, 2024

Mr. Dale Nixon, 71, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024. He was born in Surry County on December 28, 1952 to Roy and Lorene Nixon. Dale worked for Deep Creek Grain for over 30 years. He enjoyed hunting, working in his garden, and being outdoors. More than anything, he loved his grandsons so much. He will be missed by...

Kimberly Ann Howard

Kimberly Ann Howard

Apr 15, 2024

Mrs. Kimberly Ann Howard, 58, passed away on April 15, 2024. She was born on January 16, 1966, to the late James Charles Bell, Sr. and Nancy Card Davies. Kimberly didn’t know a stranger and she enjoyed having a good time, gardening, and most importantly her grandchildren. 

She is survived by her children, Brandon Pierce and Dorthy Hensley; grandchildren, Sabrina Hensley,...

Audrey Smith Bavender

Audrey Smith Bavender

Apr 14, 2024

Mrs. Audrey Bavender, 93, passed away on April 14, 2024. She was born on May 2, 1930 in Yadkin County to Roscoe and Lillian Bovender Smith. She was a long-time member of Deep Creek Friends Meeting. She volunteered with hospital auxiliary at Hoots Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed doing yard work, flowers, and most importantly, loved spending time with her family....

Billy Gene Hutchens

Billy Gene Hutchens

Apr 11, 2024

Hutchens

YADKINVILLE -    Mr. Billy Gene Hutchens, 88, who was lovingly known as “Poppie” in the community, passed away peacefully Thursday, April 11, 2024 at his home.  He was born May 1, 1935 in Yadkin County to the late William R. and Nellie Jane Spillman Hutchens.  Mr. Hutchens retired with 33 years of service from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, and...