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Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.
Joe Shermer Martin
Aug 10, 2026
Mr. Joe Shermer Martin, 72, a resident of Winston-Salem, passed away Monday, August 10, 2026, at his residence. Joe was born in Guilford County to the late Jack Taler and Harriett Shermer Martin on April 4, 1954.
Joe worked for Quality Fence Builders in High Point for many years. He was known for his wonderful sense of humor and his ability...
Jessica Grace Jarrell
Aug 5, 2026
Jessica Grace Jarrell, 31, of Greensboro, NC passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. She was born on December 3, 1994, in High Point, NC to her parents, Robert and Kimberly Jarrell.
Jessica graduated from Glenn High School in Kernersville, NC and went on to attend Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. She was employed with Charter Spectrum and enjoyed...
Franklin "Frank" Brantley
Aug 22, 2026
Mr. Franklin “Frank” Forrest Brantley, 69, a resident of Winston-Salem, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026, at his home. Frank was born on May 13, 1957, in Macon, Georgia, to the late Leland Franklin and Virginia McGee Brantley. He worked for Reynolds Tobacco until his retirement.
Frank was a proud Marine veteran who honorably served his country. He was well loved...
Jane Freeman Dillon
Aug 22, 2026
Mrs. Jane Freeman Dillon, 72, passed away unexpectedly on August 22, 2026, in Ashe County, NC. She was born on November 28, 1953, in Lumberton, NC to Thomas and Rose Lee Freeman. She was a graduate of East Forsyth High School and UNC Greensboro. Jane worked for Northwestern Bank and later taught 4th Grade at Piney Grove Elementary School. She...
Shirley Ann Autry
Aug 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of Shirley Ann Autry, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was born on November 29, 1949. She peacefully departed this life on August 22, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family.
Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Larry T. Autry; her parents, Opal McHargue and James McHargue; her sister, Kathy Spach;...
Kyle Aaron Luffman
Aug 22, 2026
Kyle Aaron Luffman, age 26, passed away unexpectedly on August 22, 2026, following a motor vehicle accident. Fun-loving and full of personality, Kyle brought laughter wherever he went and had a special way of making people smile. He was deeply loved by his family and friends, and his absence will be felt in countless memories and moments.
Kyle was preceded in...
Charles "Chris" Aymar
Aug 22, 2026
Mr. Charles Christopher “Chris” Aymar, 78, of Clemmons, NC passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, NC. He was born July 4, 1948 in Kearney, NJ to Charles Everett Aymar and Eleanor Hilda Albrecht Aymar. Chris graduated from Passaic Valley High School and later served in the...
Joe Edward Stigall
Aug 21, 2026
Joe Edward Stigall, 81, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 21, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on March 26, 1945, to the late Benford and Ruth Weisner Stigall. Joe was a jack of all trades. He was known for being able to fix just about anything and had a wide range of knowledge as...
Drama Judith Bryant Whitt
Aug 21, 2026
Mrs. Drama Judith Bryant Whitt, 88, of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home surrounded by her family.
She was born on January 7, 1938, to the late Wilbur Wilson Bryant and Gertrude Josephine Forkner Bryant in Forsyth County, NC.
Drama graduated from Gray High School in Winston-Salem, NC, before working as a...
Michael Stephen Collins
Aug 20, 2026
Michael Collins, 69, passed away on August 20, 2026, at his residence in Winston-Salem, NC.
Michael was born on June 13, 1957, in Forsyth County to Bud and Mary Pitts Collins. He earned his high school diploma and worked for Douglas Battery and NASCAR for many years.
Michael loved gardening, especially growing his tomato plants. He also enjoyed NASCAR.
In addition to his...
Dorothy Faye Shouse McNew
Aug 20, 2026
Mrs. Dorothy Faye Shouse McNew, 81, passed away Thursday August 20, 2026. She was born on March 10, 1945, in Forsyth County, NC to the late David Shouse and Roxanne Gwyn Shouse. Dorothy’s passion for many years was painting. She painted houses, churches and many other buildings throughout her career. She received several awards from Parade of Homes for her...
Lois Mae Bedsaul Fishel
Aug 19, 2026
Mrs. Lois Mae Bedsaul Fishel, 77, of Winston-Salem, passed away peacefully at her home on August 19, 2026. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, caregiver, and faithful servant of the Lord, Lois lived with a generous heart and made certain that those around her knew they were loved.
Lois was born on October 18, 1948, in Forsyth County to the late Cebert...
William "Billy" Eugene Hamlin, Jr.
Aug 19, 2026
Mr. William Eugene “Billy” Hamlin, Jr., 41, of Rural Hall, passed peacefully on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem. Mr. Hamlin was born April 12, 1985 in Forsyth County. He had been a truck driver for James River Equipment for 16 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing video games, watching YouTube,...
Nancy Lee Rininger Rexrode
Aug 19, 2026
Kernersville – Nancy Lee Rininger Rexrode, 79, passed away on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, peacefully at her home. She was born on December 23, 1946, in Stark County, OH to the late Mervin Leroy and Thelma Mae Varner Rininger. She retired from Gilbarco Veeder-Root. Nancy was a loving mother, sister, and friend who will dearly be missed.
In addition to her...
Clinton Lee Shouse
Aug 18, 2026
“Buck” Clinton Lee Shouse passed away peacefully at Trellis Supportive Care of Winston Salem on August 18, 2026, at the age of 85. He was born on February 1, 1941, to the late Charlie Clinton and Beulah Mae Kiger Shouse. After high school, he proudly served in the military for several years.
During his time with US Navy, Buck was given...
Patricia Langley McClearen
Aug 18, 2026
Patricia Joyce McClearen, 85, passed away on August 18, 2026, peacefully at Forsyth Medical Center. Patricia was born January 2, 1941, in Merced County, California to Charles Langley and Winne Russom Langley. A talented baker and crafter, Patricia learned her crafting skills from her mother and grandmother. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas McClearen; brothers, Kenneth Langley,...
Jerry Sutton Cashwell
Aug 18, 2026
Jerry Sutton Cashwell, 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. He was born on January 12, 1950, to the late Jerry James and Sybil Sutton Cashwell in New Hanover County, NC. Jerry will be remembered for his quiet and humble nature. He was extremely witty- when he did speak, he had everyone laughing. Jerry...
Shirley Miller Hire
Aug 17, 2026
Shirley Rae Miller Hire, 74, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, NC, following a long hospitalization.
She was born on February 18, 1952, in Sparta, NC, to William Dain Miller and Mabel Miller. Shirley spent her adult life in Clemmons, where she worked for various businesses in the Winston-Salem area. She later...
Marilyn White Crockett
Aug 17, 2026
Marilyn Elaine White Crockett, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, at 9:01 a.m. at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. She was born March 7, 1950, in Morganton, North Carolina, to Charles Edward White and Lois McDaniel White.
Marilyn was a beautiful woman both inside and out—a sweet soul with...
Linda Bray Harville
Aug 17, 2026
Linda Bray Harville, a beloved wife, mother, Gigi, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.
Linda was born on September 15, 1952, in Danville, Virginia, to the late Oscar Thomas Bray and Lois Bray. After moving to Pfafftown, North Carolina, she devoted many years to being a homemaker and raising her...
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