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Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.
Guillermina Gardea Watts
May 1, 2026
Guillermina Watts Gardea, 86, of Winston‑Salem, passed away on May 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born on February 10, 1940, in San Francisco del Oro, Chihuahua, Mexico, to Jovita Torres and Antonio Gardea. Guillermina grew up in a close‑knit family with her four sisters, Leonor, Manuela, Teresa, and Magdalena Gardea, forming bonds that remained strong...
Larry Jones Reavis
Apr 30, 2026
Larry Jones Reavis, 91, beloved Missionary, global Christian Statesman, and long-time Elder, died peacefully at home on Thursday, April 30, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving wife, long-time Pastor, and dear family members as he graduated to his heavenly home.
Born November 20, 1934, in Winston-Salem, Larry was raised by his parents, Robert and Letha Reavis. He attended James A....
Ellen "Jean" Simpson Phillips
Apr 30, 2026
Ellen “Jean” Simpson Phillips, 96, passed away on April 30, 2026, after several years of declining health. Mrs. Phillips was born on August 31, 1929, in Winston-Salem to the late Mark B. and Lillie Bunn Simpson.
Mrs. Phillips graduated from James A. Gray High School in 1947. She was the owner/operator of the Merle Norman Cosmetic Studios in the Winston-Salem area...
Virginia "Jenny" Burge Blakley
Apr 29, 2026
Virginia “Jenny” Burge Blakley, 93, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Mallard Ridge Assisted Living. Jenny was born on November 13, 1932 in Guilford County to Charles Burge and Alma Pell Sink. Jenny was a lady of strong faith and was a devoted follower of Christ. She was a longtime member of Oaklawn Baptist Church, serving in many...
Mary Godfrey Riddle
Apr 29, 2026
Mrs. Mary Godfrey Riddle, 86, of Advance, NC passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
Mary was born August 23, 1939, in Harnett County, NC to Earnest Howard Godfrey and Mammie Morrison Godfrey. Mary was a member of Macedonia Moravian Church and the Women’s Fellowship. She retired in 2002 from Lexington Home Brands Furniture....
Mildred Mae Lane Hodges
Apr 29, 2026
Mrs. Mildred Mae Lane Hodges, 94, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born on April 20, 1932, in Davie County, NC, to the late Esters Augmin Lane and Mittie Bell James Lane. Mildred retired from B&G Pie Company after many years of service. She was a born-again Christian of the Baptist faith....
Gary Brent Hedrick
Apr 29, 2026
Gary Brent Hedrick, born March 20, 1946, in Lexington, North Carolina, passed away leaving behind a legacy of craftsmanship, dedication, and deep love for his family, friends and the natural world.
Gary was a skilled builder who, alongside his family, helped shape communities by constructing homes throughout the Sedge Garden area, Lake Norman, and Kernersville. He took immense pride in his...
Frederick Louis Smith
Apr 29, 2026
Frederick Louis Smith, 74, of Kernersville, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at his home surrounded by family.
Frederick attended The Way Fellowship of the Triad with his wife, Saprina. Where they loved their church and their church family.
Mr. Smith was born March 11, 1952, in Forsyth County, to Frederick Rangell Smith and Willie Lee Stancill Smith Burrow. Frederick retired from...
Dennis Lynn Barnes
Apr 29, 2026
Kernersville – Dennis Lynn Barnes, 74, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born on December 10, 1951, in Iredell County, NC to the late Bliff and Sarah Weston Barnes. Dennis was a hard worker; once working as a night club bouncer for many years, driver and dispatcher...
Judy Elaine Nichols Tayloe
Apr 29, 2026
The family of Judy N. Tayloe of Rural Hall, NC is deeply saddened to announce her passing. Judy entered the more immediate presence of her Heavenly Father on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, with her family at her side. Judy was born September 22,1947 in Greensboro, NC, the second daughter of John Burtus Nichols and Mary Elaine Bird Nichols. She graduated...
Richard McRae Mitchell
Apr 28, 2026
Mr. Richard McRae Mitchell, 90, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem. He was born on August 17, 1935, in Forsyth County, the son of the late Vecue Kiser Mitchell and Blanche Victoria Oakes Mitchell. Mr. Mitchell retired from Flowers Bakery with over 30 years of service. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and...
Erika Michelle York Ray
Apr 28, 2026
Erika Michelle York Ray, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away after a brief illness, surrounded by the love of family and friends, on April 28, 2026.
Born on November 1, 1967, in Waynesville, North Carolina, Erika lived a life marked by faith, devotion, laughter, loyalty, and a deep love for those she held dear.
A proud graduate of Wake Forest University, Erika...
Bruce Darrell Miller
Apr 28, 2026
Bruce Darrell Miller, 74, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, with his wife, Sue Ella, by his side.
He was born on September 21, 1951, at City Hospital in Winston-Salem to Ernest C. Miller and Drusilla G. Miller. Bruce graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1969 and was later drafted in 1971 to serve in...
Elizabeth "Ann" Frye
Apr 28, 2026
Elizabeth “Ann” Frye, 73, of Lewisville, NC, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at Forsyth Medical Center.
She was born on August 29, 1952, to the late Joseph Allen Frye and Marjorie Elizabeth Jones Frye in Winston-Salem, NC.
Ann graduated from West Forsyth High School before continuing her education at Forsyth Technical Community College.
Those left to cherish her memory include her...
Rebecca A. Sapp Mickey
Apr 27, 2026
Lieutenant Colonel, Rebecca A. Sapp Mickey, US Army, Retired, 89, of Hobbsville, NC passed away peacefully on Monday, April 27, 2026.
Rebecca was born on May 5, 1936, in Winston-Salem, NC. She was the daughter of Fred Wilburn Sapp and Annie Lee Carter Sapp, both deceased. Rebecca graduated from Old Town High School and from the City Memorial Hospital School of...
Janet Louise Reid Wright
Apr 26, 2026
Janet Louise Reid Wright, 71, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital with her children by her side.
Janet was born to the late Lollie Elizabeth Ray Reid and Charles Hamilton Reid on an army base in Japan, on March 6, 1955.
While living in California, Janet utilized her degree in nursing from UNC Wilmington to work...
Paul Lee "Pete" Jones Jr.
Apr 26, 2026
Paul Lee “Pete” Jones Jr., 84, passed away on April 26, 2026, at Willow Valley Nursing and Rehab in Winston-Salem, NC.
Pete was born on February 5, 1942, in Winston-Salem, NC, to Paul Lee Jones Sr. and Arvesta Smith Jones. He graduated from high school in Lenoir, NC. Pete retired from Josten Printing, where he worked as a printer.
Pete loved traveling...
Gail Marie Cockerham Ketner
Apr 26, 2026
Mrs. Gail Marie Cockerham Ketner, 89, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, April 26, 2026, due to complications related to leukemia.
Gail was born in Forsyth County on December 12, 1936, the oldest child of Jack Q. Cockerham and Annie Laura Tesh. She spent her formative years growing up just off South Main Street, behind the Cockerham Furniture Store.
She...
Kandis Marie Bauguess Fox
Apr 25, 2026
Kandis Marie Bauguess Fox, 69, of Pfafftown, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Forsyth Medical Center.
Mrs. Fox was born July 15, 1956, in Forsyth County, to Early Reece Bauguess and Ann Marie Mitchell Bauguess. She was a member of New Hope Global Methodist Church. In her free time, Kandis loved creating beaded jewelry and greatly enjoyed her time at...
Ronald Lee Keller
Apr 24, 2026
Mr. Ronald Lee Keller, 73, a resident of Salisbury, passed away April 24, 2026. Ron was born on September 29, 1952 to the late Edward and Aline Keller. He served two years in the US Army and later worked as a textile mechanic. He was a kind, gentle person who dearly loved his family, friends, and pets. Ron enjoyed music,...
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