Judith Hutchens Jester
Jun 17, 2024
East Bend – Mrs. Judith Hutchens Jester, 92, of Richmond Hill Church Road, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 in the presence of her loving family. She was born July 21, 1931, the daughter of Mrs. Lois H. Parker of Yadkinville, NC. Judy was a faithful member of Richmond Hill Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for...
Randall "Randy" Gary Swaim
Jun 14, 2024
Mr. Randall “Randy” Gary Swaim, 78, passed away Friday, June14, 2024. He was born October 7, 1945 in Surry County to the late Edworth and Lucy Dobbins Swaim. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Eddie Swaim and a sister, Debbie Shell. Mr. Swaim served in the United States Army and was a member...
Rachel Marie Leleux Carey
Jun 13, 2024
Ms. Rachel Marie Carey, formerly known as Rachel Marie Leleux, 54, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2024. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on August 24, 1969 to Wayne and Dolores Leleux. She attended Forbush High School and was very active in the music program. Rachel grew up in North Carolina, but currently resided in St. Petersburg, Florida. She...
Carolyn S. Phalen McGrew
Jun 12, 2024
Winston-Salem - Carolyn Sue McGrew, 85, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 12, 2024. Born at Bancroft, WV, she was the daughter of Merle Phalen and Mildred I. McClanahan. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Elder Jack H. McGrew; twin sister, Marilyn Saunders;...
Melody Shore Plowman
Jun 11, 2024
Mrs. Melody Lane Shore Plowman of Courtney, age 63, peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 11th 2024, after a long battle with many health problems including a cancer diagnosis in March of 2024. Melody was born July 20th 1960 to the late Roy Harding and Ruby Baity Shore both of Courtney. She is preceded...
Dorothy "Dot" Jean Wagoner Pate
Jun 10, 2024
Dorothy Jean Wagoner Pate passed away June 10, 2024. She was born August 8, 1933 in Hamptonville, NC to the late Lucy Chappell Wagoner and Arthur Clyde Wagoner. Dorothy worked at Sears in Elkin in her early adult years followed by a career in banking with Wachovia Bank until her retirement. During her life, she took several trips with her...
Bobby Gray Vestal
Jun 9, 2024
Bobby Gray Vestal, 76, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024. He was born May 16, 1948 in Surry County to the late William McKinley Vestal and Ina Kennedy Vestal. Mr. Vestal loved dealing with Antiques. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Bernice Martin (Dr. Gale Martin); brother John Vestal. Surviving are a sister Wanda (Gene) Doss; brother...
Billy Wayne Mundy
Jun 9, 2024
Yadkinville – Billy Wayne Mundy, 83, passed away peacefully Sunday, June 9, 2024 surrounded by his family at his daughter’s home. He was born July 5, 1940 in Yadkin County to the late Avery Mundy and Estelle Norman Mundy. Billy retired from RJR in 1995 after working there for 25 years. He enjoyed going to the beach, gardening, and...
Ronald Gardner Whitmore
Jun 5, 2024
Mr. Ronald “Ron” Gardner Whitmore, 76, passed away on June 5, 2024. He was born in Baltimore County, Maryland on February 6, 1948 to Eugene and Dorothy Whitmore. Ron grew up in Woodlawn, Maryland. He was a believer in Christ and was a faithful Christian. Ron knew a little about everything. He enjoyed many things including gardening, wood working, and taking care of animals great and small....
Ellon Hoots Ratledge
Jun 4, 2024
Ellon Hoots Ratledge, 91, passed away Tuesday June 4, 2024. She was born September 1, 1932 in Yadkin County to the late Samuel Jason Hoots and Jewel Lynch Hoots. She enjoyed taking care of others and making pound cakes for many different functions. Ellon was one of the oldest members of Deep Creek Baptist Church. She was preceded in death...
Jimmy Roger Dobbins
Jun 2, 2024
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Jonesville – Jimmy Roger Dobbins, 86, passed from darkness into light Sunday, June 2, 2024. He was born April 5, 1938 in Yadkin County to the late Nelson Dobbins and Lydia Stokes Dobbins. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers, Odean Dobbins and Larry Dobbins. He is survived by a brother, Benny Dobbins;...
Catharine Campbell Hardy
Jun 2, 2024
Yadkinville - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Catharine "Cathy Sr" Hardy, who departed this life on June 2, 2024. Born on October 13, 1944, Catharine's life was filled with love, kindness, and a deep commitment to her family and faith.
Catharine is survived by her loving son Ronnie (Terri) Hardy, devoted daughter Cathy Hardy Jr,...
Betty Jane Hall Poindexter
Jun 2, 2024
Betty Jane Hall Poindexter, of Winston-Salem, N.C., died June 2, 2024.
Born December 16, 1933, in Forsyth County, N.C., to Travis Ledford and Nellie Allen Hall, Betty spent her childhood in the East Bend, N.C. community she would always love. Attending Wake Forest College in Wake Forest, N.C. started her lifelong Demon Deacon fandom, though she learned to root for the...
Elsie Bunton Chappell Souther
Jun 2, 2024
Mrs. Elsie Bunton Chappell Souther, 90, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024. She was born in Yadkin County on February 9, 1934 to John Manley Bunton and Verlie Wallace Bunton. Mrs. Souther was a member of Hunting Creek Friends Church. She enjoyed reading and doing puzzles. Mrs. Souther loved to cook for a crowd, she especially loved to make...
Gilbert Thomas Gregory
Jun 1, 2024
Mr. Gilbert Thomas Gregory, 77, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024. He was born March 11, 1947 in Iredell County to the late Thomas Odell Gregory and Elva Templeton Gregory. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Loretta Anderson Gregory; brothers, Bobby Gregory, James Gregory; a great-grandson, Levi Williams. Mr. Gregory is a veteran...
Donald Cratie Holcomb
Jun 1, 2024
Mr. Donald Cratie Holcomb, 78, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024. He was born March 26, 1946 in Wilkes County to the late Cratie and Thelma Burcham Holcomb. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, David Lee Holcomb, Spenser Holcomb; half-brothers, Norris Burcham, Raymond Burcham; sisters, Carrie Ann Swaim, Linda Hutson, and Betty Murphy....
Judy Holleman Garris
May 28, 2024
Mrs. Judy Gelain Holleman Garris, 76, passed away Tuesday, May 28, 2024. She was born June 15, 1947 to the late Edward and Lena Holleman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Bud Holleman. Judy was a retired beautician and she enjoyed fishing, quilting, and gardening. Surviving are her husband, Tony Garris; daughter, Sandy...
Gwyn Gregory
May 26, 2024
Mr. Lyndell “Gwyn” Gregory, 59, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024. He was born November 24, 1964 in Forsyth County to the late Woodie LG Gregory and Jane Carol Hoots Gregory. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Woodie Scott Gregory. He is survived by his children, Ashton Gregory (fiancé Brandon Phipps, Kyler Gwyn...
Derek Wesley Tucker
May 26, 2024
Yadkinville – Derek Wesley Tucker, 59, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024. He was born May 21, 1965 in Yadkin County. He was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Pettit Tucker. He is survived by his father, Jimmy Wesley Tucker; daughters, Brandy (Tyler) Grubbs, Jessica (Jackson Taylor) Tucker; ex-wife, Loretta Tucker. His funeral service will be held 4:00 PM...
Flora Eyvonne Hutchens Felts
May 26, 2024
Flora Eyvonne Hutchens Felts, 75, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2024. She was born October 14, 1948 in Davie County to the late Roby Evan Hutchens and Ida Mae Chandler Hutchens. She enjoyed being a caregiver for people in need and spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters Ethel Myers, Mary Ruth...