Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.

Jun 23, 2023

 

Ernest G. Farrier, 90, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away Friday June 23, 2023, at his home.

Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday July 5, 2023, at the Rock Island National Cemetery. Those wishing to attend should meet at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd., Moline, at 10:15 a.m. for the procession to the cemetery.

Ernest was born...

Jun 23, 2023

 

Dr. David Henry Reilly III, Ed.D., ABPP, age 86, of Bermuda Run, NC passed away on Friday morning, June 23rd at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC after a brief illness. He was surrounded by Jean, beloved wife of 63 years, two loving sons and daughter. 

His journey through this life began on November 7, 1936. Along the...

Jun 23, 2023

 

KERNERSVILLE -  David Scott Mooney, 58, passed away on June 23, 2023,  surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born in Forsyth County on September 26, 1964 to James “Jim” and Peggy Mooney. Scott was a hard worker, spending many long hours operating his company, Mooney’s Grading LLC, but he truly loved nothing more than spending time...

Jun 23, 2023

Joann Whicker Royal, a woman with a heart of gold, passed away on June 23, 2023, in Kernersville, NC. Joann's story began on April 7, 1953, in Forsyth County, NC, the daughter of James and Flora Wright Whicker.Joann was born and raised in the countryside of North Carolina. Her simple upbringing instilled in her a deep appreciation for nature and...

Jun 22, 2023

Mrs. Lynette Craver Richardson, 48, of Lexington, NC passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Lynette was born to Ruby Evelyn Craver and the late Fred Allen Craver on February 14, 1975, in Forsyth County. Lynette was an outgoing and selfless woman who always put her family first. She enjoyed going on riding trips to Busco and motorcycle cruises...

Jun 22, 2023

 

Rural Hall- Ruth Adkins Love, 86, passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born in Surry County on August 19, 1936, the daughter of the late Rual Oscar Adkins and Pinctoria Joyce Adkins. Ruth was of the Baptist Faith and was a member of New Hope Ministry. She retired from Food Fair with 35...

Jun 21, 2023

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...