Margaret Mae Lashmit Cecil
Jul 20, 2025
Mrs. Margaret Mae Lashmit Cecil, 73, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on June 6, 1952, in Durham County, NC, to the late Theophalues “Top” Bennett Lashmit and Alice Lee Lashmit. Maragaret was a member at Liberty Baptist Church. She loved working in her flowers. In addition to her...
Charlotte Mae Crown Elliott
Jul 19, 2025
Charlotte Mae Crown Elliott, 84, of Stokesdale, NC, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at her home. She was born to the late William Crown and Viola Gibson Crown on March 7, 1941, in Arlington, Virginia.
Charlotte was a fiercely independent woman who lived her life to the fullest. She enjoyed spending time going to church, visiting with friends,...
Cheryl Lynn Webster
Jul 19, 2025
Cheryl Lynn Webster, 77, of Walkertown, NC, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
She was born to the late Clyde Pegram Webster and Patsy Clark Webster on April 23, 1948, in Forsyth County, NC.
Cheryl graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1966. She went on to further her education at Winston-Salem Business College...
Billy Ray Parrish
Jul 18, 2025
Mr. Billy Ray Parrish, 87, of Walnut Cove, NC, passed away at Forsyth Medical Center on Friday, July 18, 2025. Billy was born in Davie County on October 18, 1937, to the late Robert William Parrish and Elsie Moorefield Parrish. He was employed with Gallins Vending for over 40 years, retiring in 1998. Billy enjoyed fishing and spending time outdoors....
Wanda Miller Atkins
Jul 18, 2025
Wanda Miller Atkins, 87, of Advance, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 18, 2025, with family by her side. Born on November 12, 1937, she was the daughter of the late Guy W. and Daisy Plott Miller. In addition to her parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, Wade Calvin Atkins, Sr. She is survived by...
Arthur "Kenneth" Flippin
Jul 18, 2025
Mr. Arthur “Kenneth” Flippin, 87, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025, at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC. He was born on June 19, 1938, in Surry County, NC, to the late Robert William Flippin and Hallie Rose Cook Flippin. Kenneth retired from RJ Reynolds after 30 years of service. He enjoyed golfing, baseball, gardening, and NASCAR. Kenneth was known...
Joseph Robert Steen
Jul 17, 2025
Joseph Robert Steen, 26, of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away on July 17, 2025.
Joseph was born on August 5, 1998, to Brian and Lou Steen in Winston- Salem, NC and was one of a beloved, miraculous set of triplets. He graduated from Ronald Reagan High School, and later graduated from Appalachian State University, where he was a member of the...
Darlene Dove Linville Mabe Turner
Jul 17, 2025
Mrs. Darlene Dove Linville Mabe Turner, 92, of Kernersville, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025. She was born May 24, 1933, in Forsyth County, the daughter of John Henry and Bertie Freeman Linville. She had retired from Burlington Industries, was a selfless person, who would do anything for anyone who needed it. Darlene was a hard worker that loved to...
William Franklin Boyd
Jul 16, 2025
William Franklin Boyd, 66, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Forsyth Medical Center. Billy was born June 15, 1959, in Winston Salem to William Luther Boyd and Helen Ring Boyd. He graduated from North Forsyth High School in 1977 and attended Western Carolina University. He began working at Hanes Dye and Finishing in 1981 and took great pride in...
Lois Brown Myers
Jul 16, 2025
Lois Alene Brown Myers went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 16, 2025. She was born in Lincolnton, North Carolina on April 11, 1930 to the late George Marion Brown and Thelma New Brown. She is predeceased by her dearest husband, Harry Lee Myers, and four sisters, Mary Lou, Bette, Jean, and Marion.
After high school graduation in...
Drema Leigh Tyler Choplin
Jul 16, 2025
Drema Leigh Tyler Choplin, 59, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, joy, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Born on June 13, 1966, to Claimon and Peggy Tyler, Drema was the kind of person whose presence could light up any room. She was a devoted mother, loving partner, proud...
Beverly Stewart Brannon
Jul 16, 2025
Beverly Yvonne Stewart Brannon, 71, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem. She was born in Forsyth County, NC, on July 29, 1953, the daughter of James Basil Stewart and Annie Lee Duggins Stewart. Beverly will be remembered as a hard worker who worked for Stroh’s Brewery for many years. She was preceded in...
Benjamin "Craig" Swink
Jul 15, 2025
Mr. Benjamin “Craig” Swink, 65, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
He was born February 10, 1960, in Forsyth County, NC, to the late Francis Marion Swink, Jr. and Edna Ray Hooker Swink.
He served in the United States Navy on the USS Houston from 1982 until 1986. Craig retired with 25 years of service...
Wallace James Hayes
Jul 14, 2025
Wallace James Hayes, 76, of Belews Creek, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, at Walnut Cove Health and Rehabilitation Center.
Mr. Hayes was born November 15, 1948, in Forsyth County, to Doc Hayes and Minnie Holman Hayes.
In addition to his parents, Wallace was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Ann Duncan Hayes; and one daughter, Stephanie Hayes.
Left to cherish his...
Kathleen Olivia Brewer Aydogdu
Jul 14, 2025
Mrs. Kathleen Olivia Brewer Aydogdu, 41, of Winston Salem, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 14, 2025, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital due to complications following surgery.
Kathleen was born in Forsyth County, NC, to the late James J. Brewer and Olivia H. Brewer on April 27, 1984.
She graduated from North Forsyth High School in 2002, before going...
Elizabeth Johnson Wade
Jul 14, 2025
Elizabeth Johnson Wade, 77, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Born on September 20, 1947, she was the daughter of the late George Johnson and Edith Jenkins Yaughn.
Elizabeth was a free spirit with a deep love for life's simple joys. She found happiness in painting, swimming, fishing, dancing, and trips to the beach. She especially loved...