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Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.
Jo Ann Craver Bodenheimer
Jan 11, 2026
Jo Ann Craver Bodenheimer, 90, of Winston-Salem, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home after a brief illness.
The youngest of eight sisters, Jo Ann was born January 5, 1936, in Davidson County, to Ranzo Valus Craver and Clara Ella Everhart Craver. Her early life was spent admiring the wood working skills of her...
Jeffrey Alan Daniels
Jan 11, 2026
Jeffrey “Jeff” Alan Daniels, 66, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026, peacefully at his home.
Jeff was born on June 21, 1959, in Forsyth County to Ernest Joseph Daniels, Sr. and Annie Gore Daniels. He was a graduate of Diggs school in Winston-Salem. After school, Jeff was employed with Forsyth Industrial Systems in the manufacturing department. He was also employed...
Billy Franklin West
Jan 11, 2026
Mr. Billy Franklin West, age 94 of Advance, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026 at his home. Bill was born October 8, 1931, the youngest child of John and Mattie West. He is preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Jean West. Surviving are one son, Mark West (Kelley) and one daughter Lori West, a beloved sister-in-law, Barbara...
Laurel "Ann" Midkiff Mabe
Jan 11, 2026
Laurel "Ann" (Midkiff) Mabe, 77, of Winston-Salem, went home to be with the Lord on January 11, 2026, after a long illness. Throughout her journey, she never stopped praising her Savior. Ann passed away at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice House in Winston-Salem, NC, surrounded by her loving children, grandchildren, and dear longtime friends.
Ann was born on September 21, 1948,...
Edward Brent Pridgen
Jan 10, 2026
Edward Brent Pridgen, affectionately known as “Sug,” age 55 of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away on January 10, 2026, at Trinity Elms in Clemmons. Living most of his adulthood in Winston-Salem and Lewisville, Brent built a full and meaningful life surrounded by family, friends, and love.
Born on May 17, 1970, in Rocky Mount, NC, Brent claimed Wilmington, NC as his hometown,...
Edith Marie Pegram Roberson
Jan 10, 2026
Edith Marie Roberson, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026. She was born on September 19, 1933, to the late Arnold Wade Pegram and Annie Sue Gravette Pegram in Forsyth County, NC. Mrs. Roberson was of the Baptist faith and was a member of Gospel Light Baptist Church. She worked in the nursery and retired from Forsyth Hospital...
Joseph Mark Robertson
Jan 10, 2026
Mr. Joseph “Mark” Robertson, 63, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Woltz Hospice home in Dobson, NC. He was born May 19, 1962, in Surry County, NC, to the late Thomas Roosevelt “Bo” Robertson and Alma Atkins Robertson. Mark was a cook a Brintle Enterprise and The Lantern. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...
Polly Reece Voegele
Jan 9, 2026
Polly Reece Voegele, 96, passed away peacefully at her home in Monroe, North Carolina, surrounded by family, on Friday, January 9, 2026, at home in Monroe, NC. She was born May 11, 1929, in East Bend, North Carolina, to the late Bulen and Dixie Reece.
In addition to her parents, Polly was preceded in death by her husband, her two brothers,...
Betty Kye Bailey
Jan 9, 2026
Mrs. Betty Louise Kye Bailey, also known as “Ma,” 92, of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away at home on Friday, January 9, 2026.
Betty was born in Winnabow, NC, to the late Thelma Reid Kye on September 22, 1933. She grew up in Tobaccoville, NC, where she graduated from Old Richmond School in 1951. She started playing on the varsity basketball team...
Jack Robert Purves, Sr.
Jan 9, 2026
Mr. Jack Robert Purves, Sr., 83, of Oak Ridge, NC, graduated to Heaven on Friday, January 9, 2026, passing peacefully at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born on April 27, 1942, in Nassau County, New York, to the late David Stuart Purves and Dorothea Neems Packer.
Mr. Purves graduated from Massapequa High School on May 25th, 1961, after receiving...
Teensie "Tina" McMillian Whitaker
Jan 9, 2026
Teensie “Tina” McMillian Whitaker, 80, of Winston-Salem, entered the more immediate presence of Jesus on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
Born on February 6, 1945, in Patrick County, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Maston Junior McMillian and Virgie Bowman McMillian. Tina loved God and her family with her whole heart. Small but...
Richard Whitaker Troutman
Jan 8, 2026
Mr. Richard Whitaker Troutman was born in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, grew up in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, and passed away peacefully at his home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
He was the beloved husband of Pam; a devoted father of Mike (Stacy) and Heather; a proud grandfather of Alex, Michael, Evan, Aaron, Owen, and Isaac; and a loving uncle of Ben.
He was preceded in...
Betty Ruth Holder Hicks
Jan 8, 2026
Mrs. Betty Ruth Holder Hicks, 80 , of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Mill Creek Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation.
She was born on October 25, 1945, to the late Sion “Sam” Holder and Mary Louise Nelson Holder in Lee County, NC.
Throughout her life, Betty grew an enormous love for music. She enjoyed going to live...
Caroline Bryant Stout
Jan 8, 2026
Caroline B. Stout, lovingly known to many as a woman of grace, humor, and deep devotion to her family, went to be with her Lord and Savior peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at the age of 83.
Caroline was born in Lenoir, NC on April 29, 1942, to the late Earlie Bryant and Reba Bryant. She carried forward their legacy...
James "Jim" A. Teasley
Jan 8, 2026
Mr. James “Jim” Alexander Teasley, 72, passed away at his home on Thursday, January 8, 2026. He was born in Guilford County, NC, on May 21, 1953, the son of the late David Lane Teasley and Betty Jo Collins Tromba. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend who will be missed by all who knew him. Jim...
Helen Bates Minton
Jan 8, 2026
Helen Bates Minton, 91, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
Helen was born on April 12, 1934, to the late Lottie Everhart Bates and Roy Henry Bates in Forsyth County, NC.
She was devoted to her home and family. This prepared her for her role as a daycare provider. Caring for the babies brought her...
Glynn "Curly" Powell III
Jan 8, 2026
Glynn “Curly” Livingston Powell III, 67, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Kernersville Medical Center.
He was born in Forsyth County, NC, on February 11, 1958, to the late Glynn Powell Jr. and Dorothy Boles Powell.
He was a graduate of East Forsyth High School, class of 1976. Curly will be remembered for his competitive nature and kind spirit....
Vicki Rutledge Marx
Jan 7, 2026
Vicki Rutledge Marx, 76, departed this life and received her heavenly reward on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, with family at her side. She was born in Forsyth County on April 12, 1949, to the late Charles Howard and Mamie Hayes Rutledge. Mrs. Marx is survived by her husband of 53 years, Dr. Richard Marx; son, Jonathan Marx (Ashley); two grandchildren,...
Charline Lavonne Smith
Jan 7, 2026
Charline Lavonne Smith, 85, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
Charline was born July 12, 1940, in Boise, ID to the late Charles Russell Capps and Arline McClure Capps.
Charline’s health prevented her from being active, especially in recent years. Prior to her illness, she enjoyed making jewelry for family and friends and was an excellent bead maker. Charline also loved...
Larry Gene Plaster
Jan 7, 2026
Oak Ridge – Larry Gene Plaster, 80, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the Hospice Home of High Point.
He was born on April 17, 1945, in Guilford County, NC, to the late Posie Francis and Elva Vaughn Plaster. Larry was a member of the Freemasons of the Stokesdale Lodge 0428. He was an avid fan of Duke Blue...
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