William "Billy" Roger Pilson
Jun 21, 2023
William "Billy" Roger Pilson passed away on June 21, 2023, at Hospice Home at High Point surrounded by family. Billy was born to John and Nannie Pilson on September 21, 1951. He found his niche early in life as a welder and excelled in his trade. He was retired from Champion Industries in Winston. When he wasn’t welding, Billy enjoyed...
Jerry Thomas Gray
Jun 21, 2023
Mr. Jerry Thomas Gray, 73, of Winston-Salem, passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023. Jerry was born in Guilford County to the late Carl H. Gray and Margaret Bryan Gray Howell. Jerry was a devoted husband to his wife of 37 years, Barbara Rollins Gray. A graduate of Elon University, he obtained his bachelor’s degree and went on to become...
Burr Lee Burchette
Jun 21, 2023
Burr Lee Burchette, 89, passed away peacefully at his residence on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, surrounded by family. He was born on July 4, 1933, to the late William Burchette and Mary Handy Burchette. Burr was a proud Army veteran. He retired from the Roadway Express working at the dock for 30 years. Burr was a devoted member of...
Brandee Nichole Berry
Jun 20, 2023
“By His wounds we are healed” -Isaiah 53:5-6. Brandee Nichole Mabe Berry unexpectedly found her wings Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at her home. She was born February 5, 1990 in Winston-Salem to Christopher Mabe and Paula Sides. Brandee graduated from North Davidson High School where she was on the homecoming court. She went on to receive an Associates Degree in...
Marvin Carter Brisson
Jun 20, 2023
Marvin Carter Brisson went home to be with His Lord and Savior on June 20, 2023, one week shy of his 95th birthday. He “fought the good fight, finished the race and kept the faith.” In addition to his parents, Walter and Melvina Brisson, Marvin was preceded in death by his wife of sixty-one years, Mildred Horne Brisson; siblings...
Chrissy Davis Hardy
Jun 20, 2023
Chrissy Davis Hardy passed away June 20, 2023, at the age of 42.
Chrissy lived life fully, passionately, and vividly. She did not do things halfway. Chrissy loved hard and worked hard. She found joy all around her, whether it be in a well-framed photograph, a corner piece of cake, or a perfectly planned itinerary. She made friends...
Ronald "Ronnie" Wesley Grantham
Jun 20, 2023
Rural Hall- “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” 2nd Timothy 4:7 Mr. Ronald “Ronnie” “Pa” Wesley Grantham, 86, passed away June 20, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 20, 1937, in Pulaski, Virginia to the late Lawrence and Sarah Gardner Grantham. Ronnie retired...
Janet Marie Pruitt O'Ferrell
Jun 19, 2023
Mrs. Janet Marie Pruitt O’Ferrell, 66, passed away Monday, June 19, 2023. She was born September 12, 1956, in Surry County to the late Henderson Odell Pruitt and Margaret Sams Pruitt. On June 9, 1973, Janet married the love of her life, Stephen Wayne O’Ferrell. Together they shared many travel adventures and had a special connection to Cherry Grove Beach....
Angela Hodges Burgess
Jun 19, 2023
Angela Hodges Burgess, 61, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023, at her residence. She was born on June 9, 1962, in Greensboro, NC to Clyde Hodges and Loretta Sisk Hodges.
Angela was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Tom “Ed” Burgess, one sister, Teresa Paul (Eric), one brother, Clyde Raymond Hodges, Jr., and...
Gloria Larue Felker
Jun 19, 2023
On Monday, June 19th, 2023, Mrs. Gloria Larue Felker went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, at the age of 93. She was born in Indiana, PA on August 10, 1929.
In addition to her parents, Glen and Ruth Gibson, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Ronnie and Billy, a grandson, Justin Robert...
Kenneth Louis Vogt
Jun 18, 2023
MOCKSVILLE- Mr. Kenneth Louis Vogt "Ken", "Lou", 77, passed away at his home on June 18, 2023. He was born on August 1, 1945, to Florence Allene Barmore Vogt and Emil Louis Vogt in Essex County, NJ. Ken proudly served in the US Army. He married his wife, Brenda on May 20,1978.
He attended Montclair State University; completing studies...
Doris Strupe Brame
Jun 18, 2023
Mrs. Doris Strupe Brame, 92, of Winston-Salem, NC passed into the more immediate presence of her Savior at Piney Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Kernersville, NC, on June 18, 2023.
Doris was born on February 8, 1931, in Forsyth County to the late Ellis R. and Pearl Whitman Strupe. She graduated valedictorian of her class from South Fork High...
Stephan "Steve" Wolf
Jun 18, 2023
Stephan "Steve" David Wolf, 53, of Mocksville, NC went home to be with our Lord Sunday, June 18, 2023. He was born February 3, 1970 in Evansville, Indiana. Steve attended the Rescue House Church in Mocksville, NC. He was known for his strong singing voice and loved the songs of faith and country music. He was also known for his sense...
Ronald Errol Harper
Jun 18, 2023
Ronald E. Harper, 75, of Clemmons, passed away suddenly on June 18, 2023. He was born on July 4, 1947, to Betty and James Harper, and throughout his life, Ron was a firecracker, bringing laughter and joy to all who knew him with his extra corny jokes. He had a large heart that overflowed with genuine care for others. Ron...
Faye Hoots Poindexter
Jun 18, 2023
Mrs. Faye Hoots Poindexter of Advance transitioned to her heavenly home on Sunday, June 18 surrounded by her family and loved ones. Faye was the beloved daughter of the late Kenneth and Ila Fulk Hoots. She was a graduate of Davie High School and the Wingate College secretarial program. She was a long-time office manager of the Duke Power...
Mitzi Kessel Thomas
Jun 18, 2023
Mitzi Kessel Thomas, most recently of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, died at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on the morning of June 18, 2023, at the age of 90.
Throughout her life, Mitzi exemplified unwavering resiliency and admirable joie de vivre. She was a most loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, sister, friend, neighbor, and global citizen....
Joseph William Corbett
Jun 17, 2023
Joseph William Corbett, 76, passed peacefully at home on June 17, 2023. Joseph was born in Quincy, Massachusetts to Warren J. Corbett and Jean (Anderson) Corbett. Joe was a proud member of the first apprenticeship class at General Dynamics Electric Boat Division in Quincy and graduated in 1970 at the top of his engineering class. Joe was married to...
Dennis Leon Shoemaker
Jun 17, 2023
Dennis Leon Shoemaker, 76, passed away on June 17, 2023, at his home with his life long sweetheart standing by his side. He was born in Lynwood, Los Angeles County, CA on September 3, 1946 to Lester Leon Shoemaker and Lettie Viola Parker. Dennis was a hard worker, spending many long hours at various companies throughout his varied...
Jonathan Daniel Shackelford
Jun 17, 2023
Mr. Jonathan “Jon” Daniel Shackelford, 38, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023. He was born October 22, 1984, in Forsyth County to Mr. William “Billy” Lisle Shackelford and Mrs. Sally Bennett Shackelford.
Jon was one of the most selfless people. He loved people even more than they were able to comprehend at times. His empathy and emotion ran deep....
Sidney L. Smith
Jun 17, 2023
Mr. Sidney Levon Smith, age 85 of Advance, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. He was born April 26, 1938 in Stokes County to the late Austin N. Smith and Margaret McGee Smith. Sidney was a veteran of the US Army and retired from Westinghouse. He is preceded in death by his wife of...