Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.

Dec 21, 2020

Mr. Jerry Leonard Myers, 81, passed away Monday, December 21, at Forsyth Medical Center.  He was born in Forsyth County on November 10, 1939 to the late Fred Clifton Myers and Elsie Smith Myers.  Mr. Myers was a member of Believer’s Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Myers was preceded in...

Dec 21, 2020

Newberry – Ruby Alice Beck Matlock, 94, passed away peacefully at her home on December 21, 2020. She was born on December 18, 1926 to the late Austin and Maggie Bennett Beck. In addition to her parents, Ruby was preceded in death by her husband, Charles V. Matlock; and ten brothers and sisters. Left to cherish her memories are...

Dec 21, 2020

Mr. Andrew Jan Chrzanowski, 62, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away peacefully after a long battle with congestive heart failure on December 21, 2020 at Forsyth Medical Center.  Andrew was born on May 31, 1958 in Newark, NJ to Stanislaw and Marie Chrzanowski.  He was a graduate of Wake Forest University where he was a standout on the WFU Rugby...

Dec 21, 2020

Mrs. Dorothy Dyson Stokes, 87 of Advance, died Monday, December 21, 2020 at Brookdale Senior Living in Winston-Salem. She was born September 12, 1933, in Davie County to the late Thomas Monzy and Nannie Reeves Dyson, and step-mother Edna Parks Dyson. Mrs. Stokes retired from Western Electric in Winston-Salem for 26 years as a Benefits Administrator. In addition to...

Dec 21, 2020

Reba Janet Lawing Falls went to her Heavenly home Monday, December 21, 2020.  She was born in Nebo, North Carolina June 28, 1933 to the late Margie Bowman Lawing and William L. Lawing.  She was predeceased by her loving husband Henry Lee Falls, Sr in 2008 after 56 years of a wonderful union.

She is...

Dec 21, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Benjamin Leon Howell. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 20, 2020

Mrs. Deborah “Debbie” McGalliard Richardson, 62, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020 at her home.  She was born in Gaston County on October 7, 1958.  Mrs. Richardson was a teacher assistant at Southfork Elementary for several years.  She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.  Debbie adored her grandkids, as she was known as “Richie.” Preceding her in death...

Dec 20, 2020

Ms. Arlene Berrier Kirby, 95, of Winston-Salem, passed away Sunday, December 20, 2020. She was born in Davidson County on January 16, 1925, to the late Albert Franklin and Vallie Tuttle Berrier. Ms. Kirby was a member of Canaan United Methodist Church, where she played the piano and sang in the choir for over sixty years. She was also...

Dec 20, 2020

Roy Henry Bredal Jr, 74, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020 at home surrounded by his family. Roy was born August 7, 1946 to the late Roy and Mildred Bredal. Roy was a graduate of Spartanburg High School class of 1964. He later attended Clemson University and graduated with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. After college...

Dec 20, 2020

Forrest Wilson Campbell, Sr. died at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on December 20, 2020, just days before his 94th birthday, after a several year battle with congestive heart failure.  He lived most of his life in Winston-Salem.  Forrest was born on December 29, 1926 in Winston-Salem to Stanford Bruce and Lillian Arline Wilson Campbell.  His birth occurred...

Dec 19, 2020

Anthony John DiRocco passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020 with his loved ones at his side. Tony was born on June 15, 1925 in Pittsburgh, PA. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II. Mr. DiRocco was employed by the Pittsburgh Board of Education for over 35 years. He was an elementary school teacher for 20 years and an elementary...

Dec 19, 2020

Mrs. Thelma Nugent Mathis, 97, of Advance, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Cadence Assisted Living of Clemmons. She was born March 7, 1923 in Forsyth County to Martha Anne Goin Nugent and Kirby Lee Nugent. Mrs. Mathis grew up in the West Salem Community in Winston-Salem and attended Gray High School and graduated from R.J. Reynolds High...

Dec 19, 2020

Richard Carlton “Dickie” Smither, age 77 passed away suddenly on December 19, 2020, at Novant Health Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.  Richard is survived by his beloved companion of 34 years, Kathy Bolling of the residence.   He is also survived by two sons, Rich O’Ferrell (Sherry) of Burlington, NC and Jeremy Smither of Chattanooga, TN; 4 sisters, Mary Ann...

Dec 18, 2020

Mrs. Miriam Johnson Caston, 91 passed away peacefully, December 18, 2020 at Forsyth Memorial Hospital. She was born August 1, 1929 in West Palm Beach, FL to the late Durward Johnson and Delma Johnson. Miriam Johnson Caston was preceded in death by her husband, Bryan DeWitt Caston, Sr. and son, John D. Caston.  Survivors include a daughter, Sharon C....

Dec 18, 2020

Mr. Gaston Marvin Shortt, Jr., 85, of Winston-Salem, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020. He was born in Forsyth County on May 25, 1935, to the late Gaston Marvin and Sadie Marie Frye Shortt. Mr. Shortt was a proud veteran who served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He attended Piedmont Bible College and became an ordained...

Dec 18, 2020

Mr. Shane Grayson Plowman, 30, passed away on December 18, 2020 after a short courageous battle with cancer.  He was born in Forsyth County on October 28, 1990 to Kenneth Alan Snyder and Robin Denise Plowman.  His main love in life was his family.  He spent his life loving and taking care of everyone.  During his hospital stay, no...

Dec 18, 2020

Kernersville – Mr. Jerry Eugene Robertson, 80, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice. He was born in Forsyth county on July 14, 1940 to the late Charlotte Virginia Freeman Robertson and Paul Eugene Robertson.

Left to cherish his memory are his son, Dale Robertson; his daughter, DeDe Bush (Kevin), his grandson...

Dec 18, 2020

E. Keith Smith left his earthly home on December 18,2020 and has been taken into the presence of his lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Keith was born February 4, 1941 in Forsyth county to the late Shirley and Milton Smith. Keith was a graduate of Kernersville High School and was a member of the varsity basketball team and the...

Dec 17, 2020

Thomas “Tom” Eugene Reich, 68, passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at his home. Tom was born on March 21, 1952 in Forsyth County to the late Henry Franklin Reich and Beatrice Coleman Reich. He grew up in Winston-Salem and went on to serve his country in the United States Air Force. Tom retired from Sherwood Station where...

Dec 17, 2020

Mr. Herman “Fuzzy” Lee Phelps, 90, of Winston-Salem passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020.

Fuzzy was born April 5, 1930 in Forsyth County to Samuel and Beulah Phelps.  He was the owner of Phelps Shoe Shop and a longtime member of Sharon United Methodist Church. An avid gun enthusiast, Fuzzy also loved to cheer on his beloved...