Graham Edgar Reid, Jr.
Jul 15, 2023
Graham Edgar Reid, Jr., 92, “Junior” passed away on July 15, 2023, at SECU Hospice Home in Yadkinville. Graham was born on March 9, 1931, to Blanche Angel Reid and Graham Edgar Reid, Sr. in Forsyth County. He attended South Fork School. He retired from RJR after 39 ½ years. He enjoyed quail hunting when he was younger, riding his...
William Lee Munsie
Jul 15, 2023
Mr. William Lee Munsie, 84, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023, at his home. He was born in Piedmont, W. VA on July 5, 1939, to the late Norris Lee and Sarah Swan Munsie. Mr. Munsie was a member of Harmony Grove United Methodist Church and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a die-hard Alabama football fan...
Donald R. Smith
Jul 15, 2023
We mourn the loss of Donald R. Smith, a loving husband, father, brother and friend, who passed away on July 15, 2023. He was born on August 18, 1941, to Ray and Frances Smith, in Stokes County North Carolina. Don's 81-year journey was marked by significant achievements and enduring relationships.
After graduating from Glenn High School where he...
Carolyn Joan Riddle Marshall
Jul 14, 2023
Carolyn Joan Riddle Marshall, 87, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Carolyn was a daughter of the late Carl and Ocie Helsabeck Riddle, sister of Peggy Riddle Taylor, and since December 31, 1969, wife of Paul Eugene Marshall. (Both survive).
Carolyn was on the varsity basketball team of Old Town High...
Hercules George Amprazis
Jul 14, 2023
On the evening of July 14, 2023, Hercules “Harry” Amprazis, age 91, passed away peacefully at home in Clemmons, NC, by his daughter’s side. He was a man who lived up to his big name in strength, spirit, and heart. Hercules was a resilient, fierce, hard-working immigrant who never gave up. He was born in Kalesmeno, Greece, a tiny...
Madhu Bala Soin
Jul 14, 2023
Our dear mother and wife Madhu Bala Sood Soin left us physically on 7/14/2023. However she will never leave us mentally. How could she- brilliant, beautiful, top chef, spiritual, truly one of a kind.
Madhu was born in New Delhi, India. Her parents B.R. & Santosh Sood instilled incredible values such as independence and a studious nature. Madhu graduated from...
Larry Ray Wall
Jul 14, 2023
Larry Ray Wall, 73, passed away Friday July 14, 2023. He was born November 19, 1949 in Forsyth County to the late Ernest Ray Wall and Pauline Church Wall. After graduating from North Forsyth High School in 1967 Larry proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Cam Ranh Bay....
Eugene Arthur Bowman
Jul 14, 2023
Mr. Eugene Arthur Bowman, 82, of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center surrounded by his family. Gene was born in Detroit, Michigan on February 23, 1941. He spent most of his life in North Carolina where he worked and retired from RJR Tobacco Company. He leaves his loving wife, Brenda Gail Bowman;...
Ruby "Arlene" Casper Clemmons
Jul 14, 2023
Kernersville – Mrs. Ruby “Arlene” Mabe Casper Clemmons, 92, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 14, 2023 at Silas Creek Rehabilitation. She was born on September 2, 1930 in Forsyth County to Dennis Levi and Maude Lawson Mabe. Ruby was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend who will be deeply missed.
In addition to her parents, Arlene...
Robert "Bob" E. Lilly
Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Robert E. Lilly Sr., 76, known to his family and friends as “Bob”, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, July 13, 2023 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. He was born August 10, 1946 in Cleveland, Ohio. After an adventurous childhood building churches with his adoptive Dad, George, Bob graduated high school and later moved to...
Opal Idol Smith
Jul 13, 2023
Mrs. Opal Regina Idol Smith, 97, of Colfax, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at her home.
Opal was born in Guilford County on March 8, 1926, to Joseph Franklin and Bessie Stafford Idol. She was a 1942 graduate of Colfax High School. After graduation, she worked for Dr. O.L. Joyner in Kernersville. On April 10, 1946, she...
Richard Hoit Jones
Jul 13, 2023
Mr. Richard Hoit Jones, 95, respectfully known as "Rich" of Winston-Salem, peacefully passed away at his home on July 13, 2023. He was born in Forsyth County to the late Christian and Flossie Brewer Jones, on October 29, 1927. He was a truck driver and a farmer. He drove dump trucks for Pope Sand and other companies and a gasoline...
Rose Marie Stanley Pierce
Jul 12, 2023
Rose Marie Stanley Pierce, age 81, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.
She was born in Winston-Salem, NC on October 4, 1941 to Charles, Sr. and Rebecca Stanley.
Rose was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed 35 years of marriage with the love of her life, James “Jimmy” Worley Pierce, Sr. who preceded her in...
Joyce Lynn Paxton (Shaffer)
Jul 12, 2023
On July 12,2023 at 11:35pm Jesus took the hand of my beloved and walked her into paradise from the pain and suffering that she dealt with, so she’s now home, pain free and in love with Christ.
She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years Joseph Paxton of the home , One son Joseph Paxton II...
Emma Brooks Edwards
Jul 11, 2023
Emma Brooks Edwards entered heaven and into the loving arms of her Great grandma Frannie Annie on July 11, 2023, surrounded by those that love her most. Emma was 10 years old and battled "The imposter", Leukemia, for 16 mos. Emma, our little unicorn, was born April 22, 2013 to adoring parents and three older siblings, completing the Edwards family....
Ronald "Ron" Gene Robertson
Jul 10, 2023
Mr. Ronald “Ron” Gene Robertson, 74, of Winston-Salem, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Ron was born in Robeson County, NC on July 24, 1948, to the late M.L. and Judy Robertson. He spent most of his early years living in White Lake, NC. Ron entered the golf business as a...
Jimmy Edward Garland
Jul 10, 2023
WALKERTOWN – Jimmy E. Garland, 86, passed away Monday, July 10, 2023 surrounded by his family after a period of declining health. Jimmy was born on November 16, 1936 in Haywood County to Cecil Conrad Garland and Margaret Beasley Garland. He was employed by Hanes Hosiery / Sara Lee for 45 years at the Weeks Division. He also owned...
Frances Lewis Smith
Jul 10, 2023
Mrs. Frances Lewis Smith, 94, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023, at Universal Health Care in King. She was born on August 19, 1928, in Stokes Co., the daughter of the late J. Willard Lewis and Gladys Mae Page Lewis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ransom “RC” Smith, Jr.; her...
James "Jim" Luther Brown, III
Jul 8, 2023
Winston-Salem – Mr. James “Jim” Luther Brown, III, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at his residence. He was born on April 18, 1944, in Portsmouth, VA to James Luther Brown, II and Helen Byerly Ricketts. Jim was a 1967 graduate of Elon College where he earned a Bachelor of Business Degree. He was...
Wilbert "Smitty" C. Smith
Jul 8, 2023
Wilbert "Smitty" C. Smith, 72, from Walkertown, NC, formerly from Portage, PA, passed away on July 8, 2023, at home. He was born March 13, 1951, in Cambria County, PA, the son of Gerald A. Smith and Cleda (Mock) Baer. He retired from Thompson Arthur Paving. He enjoyed spending time with his family, working in the yard and lending...