Carolyn "Jewell" Gordon Hoggard

Carolyn Jewell Gordon Hoggard, 84, affectionately known as Jewell, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family and welcomed into the Glory of God.

Jewell was born June 16, 1941, in Buncombe County, North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 56 years, Wayne F. Gordon; her husband of 7 years, Henry Hoggard; her grandson, Cameron Gordon; and her sister, Libby Jones.

Jewell was a devoted mother, homemaker, quilter, and business owner. She worked tirelessly over the years and received the Erma Brock Award, the equivalent of a degree in Art and Design. Through her many talents, she created numerous majorette and debette uniforms, coached majorettes, kept score for baseball, and served on the Tiny Greyhounds and South Little League boards. She was also a faithful member of New Friendship Baptist Church.

Jewell is survived by her son, Wayne Gordon and wife Susan of Davie County, North Carolina; and her daughter, Kathy Hayes and husband Keith of Davidson County, North Carolina.

She leaves behind three grandchildren: Greg Gordon; Kevin Boyles and wife Renee; and Brook Kerley and husband DJ. She was also blessed with two great-grandchildren, CK and McKinley Boyles.

Jewell is also survived by her brother, Jim Taylor and wife Myra; her brother-in-law, Ronnie Jones; and several nieces and nephews and their families.

She is further survived by extended family members including Donnie Hoggard and wife Pattie, Beverly Hoggard, Charlene Jones and husband Mike, as well as their families.

Jewell will be remembered for her creativity, dedication to her community, and deep love for her family. Her legacy of kindness, hard work, and faith will live on in all who knew and loved her.

A funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 3:30PM in New Friendship Baptist Church, 4258 Old Lexington Road, Winston-Salem, NC. The family will greet friends prior to the service beginning at 2:00PM at the church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Kate B Reynolds Hospice, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC.

Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel is assisting the family. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.hayworth-miller.com