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Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.
Katrina Lynn Penland McDowell
Oct 23, 2026
Mrs. Katrina Lynn Penland McDowell, age 62, passed away Friday, October 23, 2026 at the SECU Hospice Care Center in Yadkinville, NC. She was born on April 27, 1964, in Forsyth County to Samuel Bruce Penland, Sr. and Daisy Elaine Hauser Penland.
Katrina graduated from West Forsyth High School in 1982, and attended Wingate College before transferring to Cabarrus Memorial School...
Parker William Christopher Rubin
Nov 7, 2026
Our precious Parker was called to his Heavenly home on November 7, 2026, at just 11 years old.
Parker always had a smile on his face. No matter what room he walked into, he lit it up. He had a special way of making anyone’s day a little brighter, and his smile was truly contagious.
The thing Parker loved most in this...
Deborah "Debbie" Stafford Brooks
Nov 11, 2026
Deborah “Debbie” Stafford Brooks, 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. She was born on June 24, 1954, to the late Dennis Stafford and Hilda Stafford Sink. Debbie’s purpose in life was education. After she earned her master’s degree in education, she had several different positions in the education world before eventually settling in...
Thomas Gerome "Jerry Beaman
Nov 10, 2026
Thomas Gerome “Jerry” Beaman was born in Winston-Salem, NC on April 26, 1941. Jerry passed away early in the morning on November 10, 2026, of natural causes, at Forsyth Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC at 85 years old.
Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Elizabeth Anne Moulton Beaman; and his brother Randy (Sherrill) Beaman of Florida. He leaves...
Janet Vell Jefferson Pope
Nov 10, 2026
Mrs. Janet Jefferson Pope, of Pilot Mountain, passed away on November 10, 2026. She was born on January 28, 1943, in Stokes County to the late Eleck and Jenny Jefferson. Janet was raised in the Francisco community and spent the majority of her life living in Pilot Mountain. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Pilot Mountain and...
Erin Colleen Moore
Nov 10, 2026
Erin Colleen Moore, 47, of Winston-Salem, NC, died at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.
This cherished child was born on April 14, 1979, at the Lawrence County General Hospital in Ironton, OH, the daughter of Alan Lee and Lana Jones Moore.
Raised in Ironton, OH, with a loving family consisting of her parents, her now late grandmother,...
Benny Ross Whitfield
Nov 10, 2026
Benny Ross Whitfield, 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 10, 2026. He was born on February 22,1943, to the late Josie “Margaret” and Grover Whitfield in Guilford County. Benny was highly regarded as a legendary saw builder who had held a world record for 8" cants with a cold start. He loved to build and modify saws and found...
Dawna Lee Hughes Compton
Nov 9, 2026
All the saints lined the streets of gold and welcomed Dawna Lee Hughes Compton, 56, of Kernersville, home to glory on Monday, November 9, 2026. Her life was beautifully defined by unwavering faith, unconditional love, and a gentle spirit.
Her family holds tight to the comfort of her eternal peace, even as they feel the weight of her absence. They know...
Steven Gray Pegram
Nov 8, 2026
Steven Gray Pegram Sr., 74, of Meadows of Dan, Virginia, passed away on November 8, 2026, at his beloved mountain home.
Born on August 8, 1952, Steven was the son of the late Solomon Alfred Pegram Sr. and Katherine Fulton Pegram. He dedicated many years of his career to AMP, where he worked as a supervisor before eventually retiring.
An avid outdoorsman,...
Larry Peddycord
Nov 8, 2026
Mr. Larry Peddycord, 87, passed away peacefully on November 8th, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Nell Peddycord, as well as his brother, Harvey Peddycord Jr. Larry’s father taught work ethic early to both Harvey Jr. and Larry with the management of the Winston-Salem Trailer Exchange and Cedar Lane Trailer Park in Walkertown, NC. Together,...
Neal Cort Young
Nov 8, 2026
Neal Cort Young, 64, passed away at Forsyth Medical Center on November 8, 2026. Neal was born on April 7, 1962, to Sandra Kay Tawney Young and Ivan Vern Young in Corning, NY.
He was a member of Christ Church of Corning. Neal graduated from East Corning High School where he excelled in sports, particularly Football and Wrestling; and was included...
Patsy Shoaf Dinkins
Nov 7, 2026
Patsy Shoaf Dinkins, 83, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Vienna Village Assisted Living. She was born November 16, 1942, in Forsyth County to the late Henry Shoaf and Thelma Harvel Vernon. Mrs. Dinkins was a member of New Philadelphia Moravian Church. Preceding her in death was her husband, Henry Lee Dinkins. Surviving are two daughters, Sandy Walden (Roger)...
Leon Wood
Nov 7, 2026
Reverend Roy Leon Wood, 86, died on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at his home.
Born in Patrick County, Virginia, the family moved to Floyd when Leon was a child. He was brought up on the family dairy farm and quickly learned the importance of family and hard work. Accepting the Lord at the age of 14, Leon felt a call to...
Louise Imogene Stafford Frye
Nov 7, 2026
Louise Imogene Stafford Frye, 92, of Winston-Salem, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Trinity Elms Nursing and Rehabilitation.
Mrs. Frye was born April 3, 1934, in Forsyth County, to Harvey Jason Stafford and Fay Kirkman Stafford. She was a very talented seamstress, always making clothes for friends and family. Louise was also a talented pianist and phenomenal cook. In addition...
Richard Bartlett Anderson
Nov 6, 2026
Richard Bartlett Anderson, 95, of Mocksville passed on to his Lord and Savior Friday November 6, 2026. Dick was born July 29, 1931, in Fairbury, Nebraska to Gayhard Anton and Georgia Bartlett Anderson. Dick was an only child and grew up in a Christian home and gave his life to Jesus Christ as a young boy. Dick learned to play...
Thelma "Jackie" Williams Brewer
Nov 6, 2026
Mrs. Thelma “Jackie” Williams Brewer, 96, of Rural Hall, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026, at her home with her three loving daughters by her side. She was born on December 27, 1929, in Forsyth County to the late Mr. John Hudson Williams and Mrs. Grace Collins Williams. Jackie was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who was cherished...
Frances Louise Shropshire Fiumara
Nov 6, 2026
Frances Louise Shropshire Fiumara, 94, passed away at home on November 6, 2026. Frances was born on December 24, 1931, the youngest of ten children born to Fanny Meadows Shropshire and Raymond David Shropshire.
For eleven years, Frances lived at the Falcon Children’s Home. She became a supporter of the organization, remaining involved through volunteer opportunities and annual benefit events. She...
Linda Heath Williams
Nov 6, 2026
Ms. Linda Heath Williams, 84, of Germanton, passed away at her home on Friday, November 6, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Linda was born on December 28, 1941, to the late Mary Boles. During her working years she was employed at Bassick Sack. Linda loved her yard sales and casino trips. She was the best daughter, sister, mother, and...
James Horace Farrar
Nov 6, 2026
Mr. James Horace Farrar, 88, of Winston-Salem, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 6, 2026, at Forsyth Medical Center. James was one of seven children, born in Mecklenburg County, Virginia, to the late Mr. Joseph Dodd Farrar and Mrs. Hilda Reamey Farrar.
Mr. Farrar was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, where he was stationed aboard the USS Ranger...
Dreama Niccole Spivey
Nov 5, 2026
Dreama Niccole Spivey, 46, peacefully passed away at home on Thursday, November 5, 2026, after courageously battling cancer for several years.
Dreama will be remembered and loved by those whose lives she touched. Though her journey was marked by challenges, she will forever hold a special place in the hearts of those who knew her.
Dreama had a special place in her...
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