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Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.
Nicholas "Nick" Richard Peluso
Apr 10, 2026
Nicholas Richard “Nick” Peluso, 49, passed away on April 10, 2026, surrounded by his family. He leaves behind a legacy of laughter, resilience, and unwavering love for his family. Nick was born in Pittsburgh, PA on September 15, 1976, but spent most of his life in Kernersville where he built deep roots and even deeper relationships.
He is survived by his...
Thomas Francis McKenna
Apr 7, 2026
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Thomas Francis McKenna (Tom), 74 of Kernersville, NC. Tom peacefully went home to be with the Lord after an unwavering battle with cancer on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, surrounded by his children and family.
Tom was born in Jersey City, NJ to the late Francis Matthew McKenna and Marie O’Neill (later...
Sara Elizabeth Graves Shore
Apr 15, 2026
Sara Elizabeth Graves Shore, 102, of Clemmons, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
Mrs. Shore was born March 14, 1924, in Forsyth County, to Ray McCollum Graves and Mattie Snyder Graves. She was an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves. Sara enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Her greatest joy was sharing the Lord...
George Terrill "Terry" Whitlatch
Apr 13, 2026
George Terrill “Terry” Whitlatch, 79, of Clemmons, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home after a valiant battle with cancer.
He was born on August 31, 1946 in Nashville, TN to George Isaac and Evvie Plummer Whitlatch.
Survivors include his children, Mary Foster and her husband, Mike, of Pfafftown; Katie Hamlin and her husband, Brent,...
William Larry Farrington
Apr 13, 2026
Mr. William Larry Farrington, 83, of Clemmons, NC, passed away on Monday, April 13, at Trellis Supportive Care in Winston Salem, NC. He was born on October 20, 1942, in Forsyth County to the late David William and Helen Elizabeth Tate Farrington.
Larry married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life, Nancy Bowman, on April 14, 1963. They...
Vernon George Gambill
Apr 13, 2026
Mr. Vernon George Gambill, 85, of Winston-Salem, passed away at his home on Monday, April 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Vernon was born in Wilkes County, NC on October 16, 1940, to the late Millard Filmore Gambill and Anna Lou Bowers Gambill.
Vernon graduated from Appalachian Teachers College with a degree in science and mathematics. Following graduation, he was...
Gail Reed Perdue
Apr 12, 2026
Gail Reed Perdue, 84, passed away on April 12, 2026, at her residence in Winston-Salem, NC.
Gail was born on September 8, 1941, in Forsyth County, NC, to the late Milton Bailey Reed and Laura Money Reed. Gail earned her high school diploma and worked as a collector at DataMax Collections Agency in Winston-Salem, NC.
She was a faithful member of the...
James Lloyd Mabe
Apr 12, 2026
Mr. James Lloyd Mabe, 85, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026, at Village Care in King, NC. He was born on November 5, 1940, in Stokes County, NC to the late Emory Mabe and Martha Ephegene Tucker Mabe. Lloyd grew up on a farm as a kid. On the weekends, you would find him at the racetrack. Lloyd retired from...
Carol Ann Ellis Corlett
Apr 11, 2026
Carol Ann Ellis Corlett, 83, passed away at home on April 11, 2026. Carol was born on March 16, 1943, to Martha Drabinski Ellis and Wilbur Eugene Ellis in Rochester, NY. Carol was known as a loving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend who never missed sending a card on birthdays, holidays or special occasions.
Carol worked for many years at Bausch...
Joyce "Faye" Yarbrough Norman
Apr 11, 2026
Mrs. Joyce “Faye” Yarbrough Norman, 78, of Myrtle Beach, SC, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Grand Strand Medical Center.
Faye was born on November 27, 1947, to the late Fred Hall Yarbrough and Betty “Mozelle” Murphy Yarbrough in Forsyth County, NC.
Faye leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and unwavering love for her family and community. Born...
Randy Gerald Johnson
Apr 11, 2026
Randy Gerald Johnson ran into the arms of his Saviour on Saturday April 11th, 2026. He was born on February 5, 1950, to Frank and Nannie Swaim Johnson.
He graduated from John Wesley College in Greensboro and received a master’s degree from Asbury Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky. Randy's life from age 23 was spent devoted to serving Jesus Christ through spoken...
Jeanette Idol Oldham
Apr 11, 2026
Ms. Jeanette Idol Oldham, 89, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born in Forsyth County on May 19, 1936, to the late Boyd and Mamie Idol.
Ms. Oldham lived a life rooted in strong faith. She was a longtime faithful member of Gospel Light Baptist Church and found joy...
Kenneth Theophilus Watson
Apr 11, 2026
Mr. Kenneth Theophilus Watson, 95, of Winston-Salem, died Saturday, April 11, 2026 at Priddy Manor Assisted Living in King. Mr. Watson was born March 21,1931 in Shoals Township, Surry County, NC to Samuel Vade Wesley Watson and Florence Ellen Lanier Watson. As a youngster, he developed a fondness for building things. Mr. Watson retired from R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company...
Roger Loy Huston
Apr 10, 2026
Roger Loy Huston, 74, went to be with the Lord on Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born in Fairfield County, Ohio, on February 9, 1952, to the late Loy Franklin Huston and Leona Anderson Huston. Roger was a graduate of Lancaster High School, class of 1970. He went on to pursue an associate’s degree in electronic engineering at Columbus...
Richard "Dick" Calvin Tate
Apr 10, 2026
Kernersville – Richard “Dick” Calvin Tate, 86, went to his Heavenly home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born on November 7, 1939, in Forsyth County to the late John Everett, Sr. and Agatha Taylor Tate.
Dick loved spending time outdoors; whether it was working, playing softball, or fishing. He enjoyed...
Grayson Howard Baxter
Apr 10, 2026
Grayson Howard Baxter passed away on April 10, 2026. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland on May 15, 1945. After serving in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War, Grayson came to know Jesus as his Savior while watching Billly Graham on television. He later graduated from Piedmont Bible College, served one year on the mission field in...
Teresa Ann "Teri" Nelson
Apr 10, 2026
Teresa Ann “Teri” Nelson passed away at home on April 10, 2026. She was born on December 24, 1954, to Claudine Barnes Nelson and James McClain Nelson in Coronado, CA, at the naval base hospital. Teri lived a tremendous life full of activism, community, and joy. She was the oldest and only girl of five children, alongside brothers Craig (deceased),...
Dorothy DeMoss Medford
Apr 9, 2026
Dorothy Jean DeMoss Medford, 73, of Myrtle Beach, died Thursday April 9th, 2026, at home with her family.
She was born on September 5, 1952 in Stoneville, North Carolina to Edward Ray DeMoss and Elsie Lee Roberts DeMoss. She graduated from High Point Central High School. On June 12, 1971, she married Robert Lee Medford in High Point. Dorothy dedicated her...
Bonnie Harvey Whicker
Apr 9, 2026
Bonnie Jean Harvey Whicker went home to be with her Lord on April 9, 2026 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Mrs. Whicker was born to the late Dallas Mansfield and Viola Ellen Lane Harvey on October 12, 1940 in Surry County, NC. She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers Beauford, Robert, Ray, Jack, and Hoyle...
Michael "Shane" Everhart
Apr 8, 2026
Mr. Michael “Shane” Everhart, 50, of Lexington, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
Born August 24, 1975, in Forsyth County, Shane was the son of John and Jean Everhart. A skilled craftsman, he spent much of his life working for himself in carpentry and woodworking, taking pride in creating with his hands.
Shane had a deep love for the outdoors. Whether tending...
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