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Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.
Kimberly Ann Spear
Nov 18, 2025
Miss Kimberly Ann Spear, 51, of Pfafftown NC passed away peacefully November 18, 2025, at her home. She fought a hard battle against cancer. She did it her way and she was with us here much longer than thought possible. It was her faith in her Lord Jesus that allowed her to beat the odds for all the extra weeks/months...
J.C. Branton
Nov 18, 2025
J.C. Branton, 79, of Winston Salem, passed away at his home on November 18th, 2025. He was born on September 18th, 1946, in Bennettsville, SC, the son of the late Coy Henry Branton and Vance Alee Pratt Branton. J.C. was preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty Branton and a son, Joey Branton.
Survivors include two sons, Murray Branton (Leigh...
Mocille Gordon Conrad
Nov 18, 2025
Kernersville- Mrs. Mocille Gordon Conrad, 90, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born July 22, 1935, in Davidson County, the daughter of C.F. and Stella Talbert Gordon. Mocille retired from Felice Hosiery and had also worked at Sara Lee. She enjoyed working in the home, organizing, cooking, knitting, yard work and listening...
William Hamilton Graves
Nov 18, 2025
William Hamilton Graves, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, adventure, and unwavering love. Born on March 4, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, William grew up with a passion for sports, family, and learning—values that shaped his life and the lives of those around him.
A proud graduate of Western Illinois University, William earned his...
Shari Lynn Simon Nelson
Nov 17, 2025
Mrs. Shari Lynn Simon Nelson, 74, passed away Monday, November 17, 2025, at her residence. She was born July 20, 1951, in Pensacola, FL., the daughter of Keith and Grace Price Simon. Shari was a member of Linville Forest Church of Christ and enjoyed knitting and singing. She had a good sense of humor; she was outgoing and was friendly...
Jerry Wayne Weaver
Nov 16, 2025
Jerry Wayne Weaver, 72, entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on November 16, 2025. Born on September 6, 1953, in Davidson County, he was the son of the late Edward Weaver and Ruby Hartmann Weaver.
Jerry lived a life rooted in faith, family, and simple things. He had a love for tractors, excavators, and all things heavy machinery. Above...
Thomas Edward Lawson
Nov 16, 2025
Thomas Edward “Tom” Lawson, 86, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem. Tom was born on May 5, 1939, in Forsyth County the son of the late George and Edna Lawson. He was a restaurant man all of his life, ending up at the “Whistle Stop” in Thomasville. Tom was also known...
Shelby Dean Nelson Walker
Nov 16, 2025
Mrs. Shelby Dean Nelson Walker, 84, of Winston-Salem, entered her heavenly home on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Hinkle Hospice Home in Lexington.
Born on August 17, 1941, in Stokes County, Shelby was the daughter of the late Rufus and Ethie May Nelson. She was a devoted pastor’s wife whose life beautifully reflected the virtues of Proverbs 31. Shelby was a...
Annie Bell Tucker Whapham
Nov 16, 2025
Annie Tucker Whapham, of Clemmons, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Trinity Elms Assisted Living.
Mrs. Whapham was born October 7, 1937, in Surry County, to Thomas Elmer Tucker and Drucilla Simmons Tucker. She worked as a secretary for Piedmont Airlines for over 40 years and was a member of Friedberg Moravian Church. In addition to her parents, Annie was...
Phoebe Mustin Hill
Nov 16, 2025
Phoebe JoAnn Mustin Hill ,92, of Belews Creek went home to be with the Lord November 16, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Born to the late Charlie and Hadie Mustin on September 29, 1933, Phoebe was the youngest out of eight children. In her earlier years she worked in tobacco and at RJR. As...
Penny June Ransom
Nov 16, 2025
Ms. Penny June Campbell Ransom, 60, passed away peacefully holding her eldest daughter's hand on November 16, 2025, at Woltz Hospice Home. She was born on January 15, 1965, in Stokes County to the late Claude Oakley Campbell and Norma Jean Griffin Campbell. Penny loved to read and was a coffee and tobacco enthusiast. She also enjoyed watching reality TV...
Joanne Bailey Federchuck
Nov 15, 2025
Joanne Bailey Federchuck, 89, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on November 15, 2025.
Born on March 4, 1936, in Atlanta, GA to Russell and Marie Bailey, Joanne was raised in several mid-Atlantic states, with the family ultimately settling in Utica, NY.
Joanne was a special education major and graduate of Syracuse University where she...
Thomas Ryan Sink
Nov 15, 2025
Thomas Ryan Sink, 83, of Winston-Salem, passed away November 15, 2025. Born February 10, 1942, in Forsyth County, he was the son of Mary Frances Thomas and Ryan Alexander Sink.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Tom dedicated 30 years of his career to Stroh's Brewery before his well-earned retirement.
A man of many talents and passions, Tom was...
José Guadalupe Villarreal Mariche
Nov 14, 2025
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of José Guadalupe Villarreal Mariche, at the age of 25.
José Guadalupe was a joyful young man with a noble heart and a smile that lit up the lives of those who knew him. He loved music and was always willing to connect with others. He was friendly, kind, and full of goodness. He...
Gilbert Marion Reynolds Jr.
Nov 14, 2025
Gilbert Marion Reynolds, Jr., 80, of Winston-Salem, passed away on November 14, 2025, at Wake Forest Baptist Health. He was born on November 22, 1944, in Forsyth County, to the late Mr. Gilbert Marion Reynolds Sr. and Mrs. Sarah Shelton Reynolds.
Born and raised with a strong work ethic and a deep love for family, Gilbert lived a life marked by...
Oliver "Frank" Franklin Sisk
Nov 14, 2025
Mr. Oliver “Frank” Franklin Sisk, 100, of Winston-Salem, NC, entered the more immediate presence of his Savior on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
Born on January 11, 1925, in Stokes County to the late Mr. Oliver Wylis Sisk and Mrs. Nora Hicks Sisk. Frank’s life was long and well-lived, centered around the things that mattered...
Michael "Dean" McCoy
Nov 14, 2025
Michael “Dean” McCoy, 59, of Lewisville, NC passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 14, 2025. He was born in Forsyth County on March 10, 1966. Dean graduated from North Forsyth High School and from Forsyth Tech. He was a route salesman for PF of the Triad and had a love for old cars and attending...
Dr. Larry Hungerford
Nov 13, 2025
Dr. Larry Lee Hungerford, 89, of Bermuda Village in Advance, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025.
Born near Los Angeles, California, on March 25, 1936, he was the son of Thelma and Earl Hungerford.
Larry was a lifelong learner and educator. He earned his master’s degree in history from Ball State University and his doctorate in economics education at...
Fred Ellis Hauser
Nov 13, 2025
Mr. Fred Ellis Hauser, 96, passed away on November 13, 2025. Mr. Hauser was born on March 18, 1929, in Forsyth County to John Ellis and Frances Hendrix Hauser. He was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church, where he had been active for 63 years, serving as Sunday School superintendent, elder, choir member, and, in recent years, treasurer.
Fred worked for...
James Edgar Royal
Nov 13, 2025
On Nov. 13, 2025, the world lost one of its great storytellers. James “Jim” E. Royal passed away in hospice after a brief illness.
Jim was born in Sylacauga Alabama on August 19, 1931, to Edgar and Bernice. From this small rural town launched a great life. He attended Comer High School where he was in class with Jim Neighbors of...
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