Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.

Oct 16, 2021

Niki Basiliki Kortesis, 81, fell asleep in the Lord on Saturday, October 16, 2021. She was born on September 14, 1940 in Mouzilo, Greece to Basilis and Eleni Kokotos. As the eldest child, Niki worked tirelessly to help support her family by taking various jobs in and around Athens, Greece. While working in Athens, she developed a love for...

Oct 16, 2021

Carolyn B. Harrell crossed over and officially became a strong alto in the heavenly choir upon her passing at home on Saturday, October 16, 2021.  She was born on February 16, 1931 to the late Reverend R. J. Bryant and Virginia Hilliard Bryant.  She was a loving mother, sister, aunt, and grandmother to her 9 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and...

Oct 16, 2021

Miss Kathy Ann Murphy, 43, of King, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 16, 2021.

Kathy was born October 30, 2021, in Pennsylvania to Robert Murphy and Dyan Walk Murphy.  She was always a very organized person, dependable and responsible.  She possessed a calm spirit and will be dearly missed by her friends and family. ...

Oct 15, 2021

Born on January 27, 1938 in Winston-Salem, NC, Susan Fulton Luckenbach was the younger child of Daniel Julius Luckenbach and Luna Juanita (Fulton) Luckenbach.  Baptized as an infant, she was confirmed by profession of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ into the adult membership of Home Moravian Church of Winston-Salem in 1950.  Studying at Ardmore Elementary and Reynolds High...

Oct 15, 2021

Cheryl Leagans Mahan, 63, passed away on October 15, 2021, following a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by both parents, Mr. And Mrs. Joe T. Leagans of Winston-Salem; and a sister, Phyllis L. Green of Fayetteville. She is survived by a sister, Cynthia L. Cleary (Jerry); and two brothers, Joe Mark Leagans of Clemmons, and Bruce T....

Oct 15, 2021

Edward Robert Mason, 60, passed away on October 15, 2021, at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston Salem, NC. Edward was born on May 26, 1961, to Robert Nott Mason and Thora Hayes Mason in Onondaga County, NY. He served in the US Army as a Tank Operator. Ed is survived by five children, Danielle Mason, Keri Stanford, Brian...

Oct 15, 2021

Mrs. Nancy Jean “Jeannie” Dunlap Myers, 61, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021, after bravely managing a chronic illness with the support of her family. She was born November 25, 1959, in Forsyth County, the daughter of Clarence Milton Dunlap Jr. and Nancy Joyce Dunlap. After graduating from Lees-McRae College and studying at Forsyth Technical Institute, Jeannie was led...

Oct 15, 2021

Mrs. Doris “Jane” Bodenhamer Wyatt, 84, passed away Friday, October 15, 2021, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born August 19, 1937, in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Ellis Dewey Bodenhamer and Lula Holcomb Bodenhamer. Jane was a member of Crestwood Baptist Church. She retired from Goody’s manufacturing after many years of dedicated employment. Jane was an...

Oct 14, 2021

Mr. Christopher Joseph Paige, 51, of King passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital from Covid-19. Chris was born in Forsyth County to the late James Walter Paige and Ida Lou Tilley Paige Flinchum on April 16, 1970. He was an entrepreneur, owning two businesses, TNT Supplies and Paige Real Estate Associates. He enjoyed flipping...

Oct 14, 2021

With his family at his side, Mr. Billy Ray Keiger, Jr. passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at the age of 64. He was born to the late Inez Armstrong on May 27, 1957 in Winston Salem. After graduating from Parkland High School in 1976, Billy entered the military where he proudly served in the United States Army...

Oct 14, 2021

Mr. Gary Gray Scott, 75, passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021.  He was born October 10, 1946, in Forsyth County to the late Fred and Lillian Scott.  Gary loved woodworking and lending a helping hand to his neighbors whenever he could.  He worked for R.J. Reynolds and retired with 20 plus years of service.  After his tenure at R.J....

Oct 14, 2021

Janice “Jan” Horsley Whitt, born September 1, 1938 in Hillsville, VA, died after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease and severe dementia on October 14, 2021 at the age of 83.  Raised in Pulaski, VA, Jan graduated from Pulaski High School in 1955 and Lynchburg College with a teaching degree.  Jan went on to earn her master’s degree in...

Oct 14, 2021

Mr. Brandon Erik Hansen, 30, passed away Thursday, October 14, 2021. He had a passion for racing and being a speed enthusiast. Brandon is preceded in death by his mother, Jennifer R. Piner. He is survived by his wife, Katrina Newby; two children, Tonner Cain Hansen and Trintiy Alan Combs; father, Niels Erik Hansen (Christy Creech); three siblings, Justin...

Oct 14, 2021

James Edgar Tatum "Eddie”, 64, of Lewisville NC passed away the morning of October 14, 2021. Eddie was born on November 30, 1956 to James William Tatum and Mary Ethel Tatum. Eddie was a renowned Antique dealer and collector. He was owner and operator of Brookstown Antiques. He was mentor to most in his profession. Eddie had a phenomenal memory for...

Oct 13, 2021

Angela (Angel) Kaye Marshall was born October 20, 1971, to Michael and Judy Marshall of Winston-Salem. Angel passed away on October 13, 2021, after a relatively short battle with cancer. She is survived by her mom, Judy, her brother Ronnie and her son Steven. Angel also leaves behind some loving friends from a lifetime of being a sweet, kind...

Oct 13, 2021

Steven William Lawrence, 72, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 and will be deeply missed. Steve was a loving and proud father, who enjoyed the Blue Ridge Parkway, fishing at the coast, visiting historic battlefields, and spending time and enjoying a good meal with family and friends. Steve had a brilliant sense of humor and a quick...

Oct 13, 2021

Kernersville – Mr. Robert Kyle Bailey, 73, passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. He was born in Davidson County to Joseph and Grace Bailey. Robert was a Vietnam War Veteran, serving in the United States Air Force. He was a potter and enjoyed fishing. Robert was a volunteer Chaplain at...

Oct 13, 2021

Mrs. Diane Jean Harris Rosinger, 92, of East Bend, NC, passed away on October 13, 2021, at her residence. She was born on January 27, 1929, in Forsyth County, NC to Nathan Goodman Harris and Hannah Harris. Diane is survived by her two sons, Terry Rosinger (Amy) and Michael Rosinger (Elana); grandchildren, Gilad Rosinger (Magi), Asher Rosinger (Kelly); great-grandchildren,...

Oct 13, 2021

Joseph Henry Reich Jr, 78, of San Diego, CA was called home Wednesday October 13, 2021.  Born September 16, 1943, in Winston-Salem, NC, he was the son of the late Joseph Henry and Hazel Jones Reich Sr.  He was married for 40 years to Judy Carolyn Shore Reich, who preceded him in death in 2006.  Joe served his country in the U.S....

Oct 13, 2021

Ms. Helen “Maxine” Sheppard Hatcher, 94, passed away Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at her home. She was born in Bluefield, WV on January 28, 1927, the daughter of the late Ruffin Jackson Sheppard and Elah May Jessup Sheppard. Maxine was a member of Liberty Baptist Church and helped with Bible School. She worked at the Fabric Center in Walkertown...