Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.

Mar 23, 2019

GREENSBORO – Emma James Hardin, 86, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Wesley Long Hospital. Emma was born on October 2, 1932 in Forsyth County, to Willie and Fannie James, the youngest of 13 children. In addition to her parents, Emma was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Hardin.

She graduated from Kernersville High School....

Mar 23, 2019

Florence Caudle Gibson, wife, mother, and grandmother passed away on March 23, 2019 at The Oaks.

Florence was the daughter of the late Ruth and Tom Caudle.  She was born in Forsyth County on August 28, 1923.  She attended South High School.  Florence enjoyed spending time with friends, her family, and grandchildren.  She was preceded in death...

Mar 23, 2019

Evan Anthony Thomas, 20, of Winston-Salem, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at his home. Evan was born on Nov. 8, 1998 in Harrisburg, PA, but spent his life growing up in Winston-Salem. Evan was a naturally gifted artist, writer, and chef. He had a great sense of humor, enjoying nothing more than making friends and family laugh...

Mar 22, 2019

Kernersville – Mrs. Shelly Lane Willard, 60, passed away unexpectedly after a brave fight. She joined the Lord on Friday, March 22, 2019 at Wesley Long Hospital in Greensboro NC surrounded by her family.

Shelly was born in Kalispell, Montana on October 6, 1958, the oldest of four children. She spent her early years in Trego and...

Mar 22, 2019

Miss Jacy Bleu Swaim, 18, passed away unexpectedly March 22, 2019.  She was born May 3, 2000 in Forsyth County.  Jacy graduated from Meadowbrook Academy.  She was a shining star with a beautiful smile and always wore a smile.  She loved animals and had a passion for rescues.  Jacy will be greatly missed.  Jacy was preceded in death by...

Mar 22, 2019

Mrs. Virginia Georgoulias Moutos passed away peacefully at home on March 22, 2019, surrounded by her loving and devoted sons, Dr. Franklin T. Moutos of Durham, NC and Stuart P. Moutos of Raleigh, NC. She was born on April 11, 1948 in Sardinia, Greece. Virginia was the daughter of the late Nina and Chris Georgoulias. Along with her parents,...

Mar 22, 2019

Mrs. Vivian Williamson Turnau, 81, of Winston-Salem passed away unexpectedly Friday, March 22, 2019 at her home surrounded by loving family and friends.  She was born April 16, 1937 in New York, NY, the daughter of the late Albin Creo and Elizabeth Chaffers Williamson.  Mrs. Turnau was a member of Hope Presbyterian Church and was a lifelong teacher.  In...

Mar 21, 2019

Edith Luper Sprinkle, 83, of Pfafftown went to Heaven on March 21, 2019.  She was a member of Pfafftown Christian Church.  Edith loved life, her family, playing games, and her dog Shallie.  She has blessed so many lives and had a great sense of humor.

She had worked at R.J. Reynolds, and then operated a daycare in...

Mar 21, 2019

Mrs. Barbara Sue Bennett Freeman, 80, of Winston-Salem born April 1, 1938 passed away March 21, 2019 after a short illness. Barbara graduated from Hanes High School in 1956. An athlete and musician, she played speedball, basketball, softball, tennis, volleyball, the piano, clarinet and enjoyed dancing. In 1959, Barbara graduated from City Memorial Hospital School of Nursing and on...

Mar 20, 2019

Mrs. Pierina “Patty” Torza LaFrancis, 87, of Winston-Salem, passed away at her home on Wednesday, March 20, 2019.  She was born in Hartford, CT on December 6, 1931 to the late Peter Torza and Angelina Palumbo Torza.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert C. LaFrancis and two brothers, Camile and Felice...

Mar 20, 2019

Mr. John David Lapish Jr., 76, better known as “Buddy”, entered his heavenly home Wednesday, March 20, 2019.  He was born May 12, 1942 in Forsyth County to the late John David Lapish Sr. and Ruby Lash Lapish.  Buddy proudly served 8 years in the Army National Guard.  He retired from R. J. Reynolds with 30 years of service. ...

Mar 20, 2019

Mr. James Wilbert Sands, 79, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at the Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson. He was born on April 10, 1939 in Stokes Co. the son of the late Jim Odell Sands and Zonie Elder Cox Sands. Mr. Sands retired from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. as lead mechanic with 37 years of service. He was...

Mar 20, 2019

Ms. Ruth Lynn Howell 61, of Winston-Salem, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2019. She was born June 2, 1957 in Forsyth County, to the late Carl and Nelda Howell. Ms. Howell was a graduate of West Forsyth High School. She worked for the Winston-Salem Journal with thirty-five years of dedicated service in customer service and accounts receivable. Ms. Howell...

Mar 19, 2019

Mr. Darnell Mills, 79, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at his residence. He was born on July 28, 1939 in Guilford County to Foster Blaine and Amy Perdue Mills. Darnell was a faithful member of Union Grove Baptist Church. He was known for his sense of humor. Darnell enjoyed wood working and he loved his family...

Mar 19, 2019

A graveside service for Mr. Tucker will be held at 3:00 PM, Sunday, March 24 at Bethlehem United Methodist Church cemetery.

Mar 18, 2019

Kernersville – Mrs. Martha Howard Kennedy, 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 18, 2019 at WhiteStone Care and Wellness Center. She was born on February 15, 1933 in Buncombe County, NC to Marvin Wyche and Leevella Williams Howard. Martha was a member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church where she was in the choir and a member of...

Mar 18, 2019

Mr. Joe Herman Berrier, 94, passed away Monday, March 18, 2019 at his home. He was born January 23, 1925 in Davidson County to David and Claudia Berrier. Mr. Berrier served in the U.S. Army during WWII and graduated from N.C. State with a degree in Engineering. He was a member of Ardmore United Methodist Church, and retired as...

Mar 18, 2019

Nina Lovins Dyson, 86, went to sleep early Monday morning and woke up in Heaven, where she was greeted by Jesus and the love of her life, her husband James. Nina was born on June 29, 1932 in Forsyth County to James and Beulah Lovins. She retired from R. J. Reynolds Dental Care where she worked for many years....

Mar 18, 2019

Mr. Wiley Carroll Hill, 72, of Winston-Salem passed away Monday, March 18, 2019 at his residence. Mr. Hill was born in Forsyth County to the late Roosevelt Lewis Hill and Mattie Croker Hill on January 6, 1947. He was of the Baptist Faith. Wiley served his country in The United States Army. He retired from his own trucking company...

Mar 18, 2019

Mrs. Patricia Lewis Humphries, 54, of Clemmons passed away on Monday, March 18, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born on October 17, 1964 in Forsyth County to Harold and Georgianna Lewis. Mrs. Humphries was a member of Immanuel New Eden Moravian Church where she served in many roles including; board member, diener, choir member, president of the...