Obituaries
Mark Steven Smith
Jul 18, 2025
Mr. Mark Steven Smith, 65, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. He was born on September 22, 1959 in Forsyth County to the Bruce Walker Smith and Mary Reavis Smith. Mark loved gunsmithing, hunting, and fishing.
Mark was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Reavis Smith; maternal grandparents, Clint and Etta Reavis; paternal grandparents, Gilbert and Flora Smith. He...
Mary M. Wall Harris
Jul 17, 2025
Mary Myers Wall Harris
Yadkinville, N.C.
Mary M. Wall Harris, 96, passed away July 17, 2025. She was born April 12, 1929 in Yadkin County to the late Grover C. and Minnie Wilkins Myers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two husbands, Leonard Wall and Jack Harris, a son Larry (Martha) Wall, a son-in-law Gary White, one...
Donald Gray Jester
Jul 16, 2025
Yadkinville - Donald Gray Jester, 88, was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, and “Poppy” during his vibrant 88 years of life. He passed away peacefully on the morning of July 16th, 2025.
He was born on October 4th, 1936, in Yadkinville, to Paul Jester and Lora Cranfill Jester. After graduating from Boonville High School, he joined the U.S. National Guard...
Peggy Lou Brawley Joyner - Clarkson
Jul 10, 2025
Peggy Lou Brawley Joyner - Clarkson, 88, passed away on Thursday, July `10, 2025. She was born May 9, 1937, in Yadkin County to the late Rev. Samuel Jason Brawley and Bernice Louise Cook Brawley. She was a member of Forbush Baptist Church and taught Sunday School for several years. Mrs. Joyner enjoyed doing crafts and was a wonderful seamstress....
Mitchell "Mitch" Wesley Davis
Jul 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Mitchell Wesley Davis, who went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025, at the age of 82.
Born in Surry County to Wesley and Lillie Atkins Davis on May 28th, 1943. Mitchell grew up on their family farm, where he enjoyed being...
Millie Susan Seifert
Jul 9, 2025
Millie Susan Seifert, 86, passed away peacefully on July 9th 2025, leaving behind a legacy of strength and resilience. Born on February 19th, 1939, to the late Mitchell Odell Foster and Ruby Langston Foster. Millie was a woman of fierce will, quick wit, and boundless heart. She met life head-on, with a sassy spirit and a sharp sense of humor...
Aaron "Denny" Dennis Cockerham, Jr.
Jul 8, 2025
Aaron “Denny” Dennis Cockerham, Jr., 66, passed away Tuesday July 8, 2025. He was born June 7, 1959 in Surry County to the late Aaron Dennis Cockerham, Sr. and Peggy Faye Reavis Cockerham. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters Patricia Johnson and Tammy Sue Cockerham; brother Timothy Cockerham. Surviving are his wife Linda Vestal Cockerham; children...
Howard Joseph Vestal
Jul 6, 2025
Mr. Howard Joseph Vestal, 95, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025. He was born March 16, 1930 in Yadkin County to the late Israel and Ethel Vestal. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Leonard Vestal, Arthur Ray Vestal; his sisters, Irene Hooker, Shirley Durham, Ruby Cook, Patty Payne, and Jean Vestal. Mr. Vestal...
Linda Hutchens Williams
Jul 6, 2025
Linda Lou Hutchens Williams, 85, of Yadkinville, NC, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, on July 6th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born November 25, 1939, in Yadkin County, Linda was the daughter of the late Lee Hutchens and Minnie Driver Hutchens. She was a lifelong and devoted member of Pilot View Friends Meeting, where she faithfully...
Betty Murray Hale
Jul 6, 2025
Mrs. Betty Jean Murray Hale, 78, went home to be with her Lord and Savior in the early morning of July 6, 2025. She was greeted in Heaven by her Savior, along with her beloved husband, Rev. William “Bill” Hale. Bill and Betty were faithful servants of God for many years. She was a faithful Pastor’s wife for 34 years....
Billy Coke Hardy
Jul 5, 2025
East Bend – Billy Coke Hardy, 71, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025. He was born October 9, 1953 in Yadkin County to the late Jules Coke Hardy and Rosa Nell Freeman Hardy. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Pam Hicks. He is survived by his wife, Jane Louise Thore Hardy; sisters,...
Amburn Murray Haynes
Jul 4, 2025
Mr. Amburn Murray Haynes, 93, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. He was born on May 3, 1932 in Yadkin County to the late Ruffin McKinley Haynes and Sarah Sophronia Groce Haynes. Amburn served in the United States Navy where he retired after 20 years of service. He was patriotic and was proud to have served his country. He...
Arlie Randal Mitchem
Jul 2, 2025
Mr. Arlie Randal Mitchem, 75, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. He was born in Welch, WV on September 9, 1949 to Arlie Mitchem and Sadie R. Mitchem. Arlie worked at Burlington Industries for 21 years, Gulistan Carpets for 12 years, and Lydall for 8-10 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Arlie enjoyed gardening and spending time...
James Dewitt Cook
Jul 1, 2025
Mr. James Dewitt Cook, 80, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. He was born on January 25, 1945 in Surry County to the late Ray Columbus Cook and Pearl Hodge Cook. James was a huge sports fan, more specifically, he was a fan of the Carolina Tarheels and the New York Yankees. He also enjoyed buying and selling antiques....
Jose Aguilera Gutierrez
Jun 29, 2025
José Aguilera Gutiérrez, de 65 años, falleció el domingo 29 de junio de 2025. Nació en México el 26 de septiembre de 1959, hijo de Filemón Aguilera Torres y Manuela Gutiérrez Manzanarez. José era un ávido pescador y le encantaba pasar todo el tiempo que podía en el agua. Además de su madre, le sobreviven sus hermanos, Eduardo Aguilar, Saúl...
Donald Wayne Holleman
Jun 29, 2025
Hamptonville – Donald Wayne Holleman, 71, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025. He was born August 26, 1953 in Iredell County to the late William Edward Holleman and Lena Gregory Holleman. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Judy (Tony) Garris; brother, James “Bud” Holleman. He is survived by his wife, Vicky Peele...
Wade Vernon Swaim
Jun 29, 2025
Wade Swaim, 79 of Yadkinville, passed away at his home on June 29, 2025. Wade was an avid outdoorsman and loved all things hunting and fishing and never met a stranger.
Wade was born December 21, 1945 to Vern and Marie Swaim.
He was preceded in death by his wife Jane Swaim, his parents, and siblings Dottie Hall, Vicki Howard, and Tommy...
Annie Buelin Collins
Jun 28, 2025
Annie Buelin Collins, 82, passed away on Saturday June 28, 2025 at Woltz Hospice Home. She entered into eternal rest peacefully and is rejoicing in the arms of Jesus. She was born February 8, 1943 in Surry County to the late Harley and Bessie Marshall Buelin. Mrs. Collins enjoyed gardening, canning, sitting on her porch, and visiting with friends and...
Gray Wilkins Cranfill
Jun 28, 2025
Mr. Gray Wilkins Cranfill, 83, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025. He was born September 19, 1941 in Rowan County to the late Andrew Burton Cranfill and Nettie Polly Wilkins Cranfill. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Nancy Carol Warden Cranfill. Mr. Cranfill enjoyed watching car shows and racing. In...
Robert "Cody" Hemric
Jun 26, 2025
Mr. Robert “Cody” Hemric, 51, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025. He was born February 10, 1974 to Stephen Gregg Hemric and Terri Burgess Hemric. He was preceded in death by his father, Gregg Hemric. Mr. Hemric graduated from East Wilkes High, class of 1992. He then attended Appalachian State University with an undergraduate in History and his Master’s degree...
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