All Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.
Linda Joyce Warren Bowen
Jan 3, 2026
Linda Joyce Warren Bowen of Winston-Salem, NC passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home at the age of 81. She was born January 21,1944 in Alamance County to the late Lloyd Wade Warren and Teva McLamb Warren. She graduated from Havelock High School, East Carolina College and completed graduate studies at UNC-Greensboro. She...
Joshua "Josh" Aaron Hardison
Jan 22, 2026
With deep sorrow and immense love, we remember Joshua Aaron Hardison, 45, who passed away on January 22, 2026, at his home in Wallburg, NC. While his loss leaves a profound ache in the hearts of those who knew him, his life leaves behind a legacy of craftsmanship, resilience, and a bond of love that time cannot erase.
A Life of...
James Robert Martin
Feb 26, 2026
Mr. James (Jim) Robert Martin, also known to many as “Snake”, 88, of Mocksville, passed away peacefully into the presence of his loving Savior on Thursday, February 26, 2026, while under hospice care at Mocksville Senior Living. He was born on January 15, 1938, in Forsyth County, NC to the late Betty Corns and Leak Buel Martin. Snake was a...
Robert Edward Foy, Jr.
Feb 25, 2026
Robert Edward Foy, Jr. of Advance, NC. November 28, 1946 to February 25, 2026
He was well known as Robin. He was born in Charlotte, NC on Thanksgiving Day, November 28, 1946 to Robert Edward Foy and Virginia Keating Foy.
Raised in Mt. Airy, he played football at the position of Center for the Mt. Airy Bears, graduating in 1965. He played...
Kathleen Elizabeth Curtis Barrett
Feb 24, 2026
Kathleen Elizabeth Curtis Barrett, 40, of Winston-Salem, passed away Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at her home.
Mrs. Barrett was born April 4, 1985, in White Settlement, Texas, to Walter Curtis and Terrie Lynn Graham Curtis. Kathleen enjoyed Bible studies and learning about theological history. Beth rolled a nat 20 with a water bottle, a nat 1 with sight, and Jesus caught...
Judy Lynn Pegram Jarvis
Feb 24, 2026
Judy Pegram Jarvis, 73, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, while resting in her favorite spot at home. She was born on July 6, 1952, in Forsyth County to the late Fred Hester Pegram, Sr. and Sarah Caudle Pegram.
Judy courageously fought a seven-year battle with Parkinson’s disease. As her health declined and she was no longer able to...
Sandra Kay Diener Nicastro
Feb 23, 2026
Mrs. Sandra Kay Diener Nicastro, age 79 of Bermuda Run, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born March 24, 1946 in Sheboygan, WI to the late Oliver Arthur Diener and Frances Bunkelman Diener.
She is preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Curtis Diener.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph...
Betty Jean Styers Eddinger
Feb 23, 2026
Mrs. Betty Jean Styers Eddinger, at age 99, went to her heavenly home, peacefully and quietly, at Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community in Winston-Salem. She was born on July 16, 1926, in Forsyth County to the late Buxton Alexander and Annie Sullivan Styers.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Robert (Bob) Eddinger,...
Margaret Wells Wiggins
Feb 22, 2026
Margaret Loretta Wells Wiggins, 92, passed away on February 22, 2026, at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Margaret was born on October 3, 1933, to Shelby Ray Wells and Lelli Vesti McCauley Wells in Greenville, KY. She was a resident of Winston-Salem for 57 years.Margaret graduated from high school at age 16 and began working at Greenville City Hospital. She...
Helen Arlene Roberson Mason
Feb 22, 2026
KERNERSVILLE – Helen Arlene Mason, 86, passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026, at her home surrounded by family. Helen was born on November 12, 1939, in Cherokee County, NC, to the late Samuel Henry and Maebell Rebecca Roberson. Helen was devoted to serving the Lord. She was a long-time member and Children’s Sunday School Teacher at Enon Baptist Church in...
Phyllis Sutton O'Keef
Feb 22, 2026
With deep love and profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Phyllis Sutton O’Keef, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, friend, musician, teacher, and faithful servant of God. On February 22, 2026, Phyllis passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and her constant companion, Bishop.
Born February 15, 1950 in Clinton, NC to Garland Cleo “Tom” and Margaret Wiggins Sutton,...
Paul Eugene Marshall
Feb 22, 2026
The family is sad to report the passing of Paul Eugene Marshall on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the age of 95. Paul was born in Winston-Salem in 1930 and grew up in the family home known as “the Cabbage Patch” that once stood on the SW corner of Spruce and West 8th streets. In 1945 Paul began attending RJR...
DeEtte Bryant Jarrard
Feb 22, 2026
“Come unto Me, all ye who are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
Mrs. DeEtte Bryant Jarrard, 97, entered into the presence of her Lord on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Mrs. Jarrard was born December 24, 1928 in Winston-Salem to the late Henry H. and Vertie Smothers Bryant. She was a graduate of Gray High School and...
Norman Eugene Hansley
Feb 21, 2026
Norman Eugene Hansley, 64, passed away on February 21, 2026, in Winston-Salem, NC.
Norman was born on December 24, 1961, in Forsyth County, NC, to the late Norman and Betty Hansley. He began his education at Easton and Diggs Elementary School and later graduated from high school. He grew up attending South Park Baptist Church and always loved participating in church...
Patricia "Pat" Johnson
Feb 21, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Lee Johnson, passed away on February 21, 2026, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Pat was born in Winston-Salem, NC on August 3, 1936, to Charlie and Margie Peterson. Pat was the epitome of a homemaker and took pleasure in caring for her husband and sons. She delighted in sharing her gorgeous blue...
Charles "Jerry" Helton
Feb 20, 2026
Charles “Jerry” Helton, 93, of Winston-Salem, died peacefully on February 20, 2026, at Salemtowne Healthcare Center after being under hospice care for several months.
Jerry was born in Yadkinville, NC on August 22, 1932, to the late Charles Raymond (Bill) and Jessie Nicholson Helton. He attended Yadkinville High School and graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill in 1954. Afterward, he served in the...
Mac Medrano
Feb 20, 2026
Mac Medrano, 80, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 20, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on October 26, 1945, to the late Maximiliano Medrano and Estela Fonseca Tello, in Huánuco, Peru. Mac will be remembered for his quiet disposition, his frugal nature, and the love he had for his family. He was a homebody...
Erin Bailey Staunton
Feb 20, 2026
In Loving Memory of Erin Bailey Staunton
Erin was the embodiment of a child “born on the 4th of July” — fiercely independent, intensely competitive, and unafraid to stand up for what she believed was right. She arrived in this world like a bundle of firecrackers, her feisty spirit lighting up every room she entered and fueling every endeavor she pursued.
Within...
Deborah Mason Sears
Feb 20, 2026
Deborah “Debbie” Sue Mason Sears, 63, went to be with the Lord at her residence on Friday, February 20, 2026. She was born on July 2, 1962, in Forsyth County to the late Toby Mason and Marie Norman Mason. Debbie was a master crafter. She was incredibly talented at crocheting, knitting, and various other crafts. Her work was recognized as...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
SUPPORT AFTER A LOSS
Circle of Friends+ provides you with resources on grief support and settling affairs, sent to you via text and email.
About
Hayworth - Miller Funeral Homes & Crematory is the full collection of obituaries for Forsyth County, provided by their five locations. With services throughout North Carolina in the cities of Winston-Salem, Rural Hall, Kernersville, Advance and Lewisville. These Forsyth County North Carolina obituaries are updated regularly. Find local Forsyth County, North Carolina obituaries and join us in celebrating memories and honoring their lives and legacies.