Nov 6, 2021

Robert Lee Foster, 67, of Winston-Salem, NC went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 6, 2021. Robert was born on January 31, 1954 in Forsyth County and lived an inspiring life that positively impacted many.  Robert graduated from North Forsyth High school in 1972.  He started his career as a firefighter and had a passion for helping...

Nov 6, 2021

Dorothy “Nell” Savopoulos (nee McCoy), 90, of Bermuda Run, North Carolina, passed peacefully on Saturday, November 6th, 2021. She was born near Independence Virginia, the daughter of Harry Robert McCoy, an Exxon executive and Ruby McCoy, a homemaker, who lived most of their years together in Roanoke Virginia. Nell was raised in Norton Virginia prior to the...

Nov 5, 2021

Ruth Violet Olson Hetletved went to heaven on November 5, 2021 at the age of 101 1/2. She was born on March 7, 1920 in Dawson, Minnesota to Carl L. and Tekla R. Olson. Ruth believed that the secret to her long life was her firm faith in God and … Swedish coffee every morning.  She was proud of...

Nov 5, 2021

Irene was born the only daughter and middle child of three in East Germany in 1937. As a young child the front line of World War II was close to home. Her father put the family on a train for safety. That was the last she ever saw or heard him. For seven years her mother and brothers lived...

Nov 4, 2021

Harrison Ray Pendergrass, 73, of Winston-Salem, passed away on November 4, 2021, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.  Harrison was born on July 18, 1948, in Winston-Salem, NC to Alva Harrison Pendergrass and Sena Mae (Neely) Pendergrass.  Harrison was preceded in death by his sister, Alva Mae Freeman.  Harrison is a Veteran of the United States Air Force, serving...

Nov 4, 2021

Jerry Bruce Lunsford, 71, passed away Thursday November 4, 2021. He was born January 3, 1950 in Forsyth County to the late Lemley Jones Lunsford Sr. and Ola Stoltz Lunsford. Jerry had a love for fast cars, especially hotrods, the beach, and a good game of BINGO. He was a man who loved his family and friends, and they...

Nov 4, 2021

Mrs. Brenda Williams Denny, age 61 passed away Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Davie Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  She was born January 12, 1960 in Forsyth County to the late Wayne Robert Williams and Cora Ruth Williams.  She is survived by her husband, Joseph W. Denny, Jr.  Private family services will be held at a later date.  Memorials may...

Nov 4, 2021

Mr. Charles “Chuck” Hughes Cruise, 59, passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021.

He was born in Malibu, CA on January 24, 1962 to Richard Cruise and Tru Vosburg Cruise.

Chuck retired from the Navy after 20 years of service as a Corpsman. He was a Cub Scout Leader. Chuck loved archery and many types...

Nov 4, 2021

Tony Dale Anderson, age 60, died on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at his home. His loss has left a void that can never be filled. Tony was born on July 15, 1961, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Harrison Marion “H. M.” Anderson and Mary Lee Parks Anderson. Tony had one brother whom he loved and cared for, Randy Lee...

Nov 4, 2021

Donna Lynn Whisenant Wachter passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021. She was born on July 15, 1955, in Elkin, NC. She is survived by her mother, Joan Whisenant and three children: Sarah-An Hanusic (Mirza), Lukas Deal, and Rosemary Mitchell (Preston). Her beloved grandchildren: Sarah, Adriana, Merisa, Jack, and William. She is preceded in death by her brother, Greg, and her sister, Dawn. She dedicated her life to her children...

Nov 4, 2021

Walkertown – Ms. Sharon Eleanor Terrell Elliott, 75, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 4, 2021 at her residence. She was born on April 28, 1946 in Rockingham County to Walter Lee and Eleanor Hill Terrell. After high school, Sharon attended Business College. Sharon loved sewing and quilting. She was always making things for her children and...

Nov 3, 2021

Winston-Salem – Mrs. Teresa Dalarna Penfield Crotts, 72, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at Wake Forest Baptist Heath Medical Center. She was born on September 7, 1949 in Guilford County to William Sherwood and Juanita Gillespie Penfield. Teresa was a 1967 graduate of Parkland High School and was also an honor graduate of the University of...

Nov 3, 2021

Mrs. Evelyn Ashby Oakley, 88, passed away Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.  She was born in Henry County, VA to the late Posey Simmons Ashby and Janie Eggleston Rhodes.  Mrs. Oakley retired from AT&T with 30 years of service and was a member of Lewisville Baptist Church.  She was a talented artist/painter, loved...

Nov 3, 2021

Mr. Ronald Wayne Melton, 73, passed away Wednesday November 3, 2021, at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born August 2, 1948, in Forsyth County, the son of Charles and Lottie Holcomb Melton. He was a graduate of Parkland High School, Class of 1966 and Forsyth Technical Community College, Class of 1972. Ronnie was retired from R.J. Reynolds and served...

Nov 3, 2021

Mr. Robert Blaine Viars, 70, of Advance, NC, transitioned to eternal life on Wednesday, November 3 2021. Robert was born on December 5th 1950 in Radford VA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Clinton Viars and Beula Viars; Wife Brenda McCuiston Viars; sister, Janice Christine Viars and brother, Jerry Wayne Viars and step-daughter, Sabrina Dawn Barker. Robert...

Nov 2, 2021

Mr. William “Bill” Anthony Kiger, 83, passed away Tuesday November 2, 2021, in his home. He was born September 4, 1938, in Anson County NC to the late Rufus Arthur Kiger and Doris Owen Kiger. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1957-1961. Bill had a love for sports that he showed through coaching and being on...

Nov 2, 2021

Mr. Jimmy Ray Cox, 82, of Winston-Salem passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. He was born February 27,1939 in Surry County to the late Rhoten Garfield Cox and Mabel Easter Cox. He was a member of the 1957 graduating class of Mt. Airy High School. Jimmy loved to attend his high school reunions...

Nov 2, 2021

Harry Jay Gardner, known by all as “Jake”, age 73, died unexpectedly at home on November 2, 2021 at 6:15pm from a heart attack after a 6-month private battle with brain cancer. Jake was born in Oneonta, NY on November 15, 1947. After growing up in Earlville and Johnson City, NY, Jake discovered his passion and talent for singing...

Nov 1, 2021

Mr. Major Gary “Jack” Edwards, Sr., 83, of Winston-Salem, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021, at Wake Forest Baptist Health. He was born March 11, 1938, in Forsyth County to Donnie Midway Edwards and Grace Mae Royal Edwards. He served as an officer with The Salvation Army, alongside his wife, for over three decades in NC, SC, Va., WV,...

Oct 31, 2021

Mrs. Barbara Ella Mason Melton, 81, passed away Sunday October 31, 2021.  She was born January 18, 1940, in Roanoke County, VA to the late Price Anderson Mason and Rosa Ardella Mason.  Barbara attended Open Door Baptist Church.  She loved to shop especially for clothes and jewelry.  Barbara also enjoyed collecting angels and other types of dolls.  In addition...