Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.

Nov 11, 2018

Mr. Timothy “Tim” Mark Curtis, 54, died on Sunday, November 11, 2018, at Forsyth Medical Center. Timothy was born on April 17, 1964, in Canandaigua, NY, to Albert William and Florence Secor Curtis. He graduated in 1982 from Marcus Whitman Central School in Rushville, NY, where he wrestled and played percussion in the school band. Tim furthered his education...

Nov 10, 2018

Ms. Dianne Wicks Parrish, 68, of Winston-Salem, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018. She was born January 8, 1950 in Davidson County, NC to Marcine Mecimore Wicks and Richard Franklin Wicks, Jr. Ms. Parrish was a member of Cedar Dale Baptist Church. Surviving are a daughter, Melissa Parrish of Welcome; a son, Ritchie Parrish (Jody) of Walkertown; a sister,...

Nov 10, 2018

Ruth Disher Hall, 89, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born November 22, 1928 in Winston-Salem, NC, the daughter of Ellis and Phamie Wilson Disher. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church, a graduate of RJ Reynolds High School, President of the PTA at Forest Park Elementary School from 1963-1965, and a...

Nov 9, 2018

CLEMMONS, NC—Cpl. Kevin John Shay, 39, of Clemmons, passed away unexpectedly on November 9, 2018.  Kevin was born on July 19, 1979 in North Bellmore, New York.  As a result of the events of September 11, 2001, Kevin proudly joined and served as a Sergeant in the USMC.  While enlisted, he served two tours in Iraq.  After serving in...

Nov 9, 2018

Mr. David James Vander Lugt, 71, passed away on Friday, November 9, 2018 at his home. He was born in San Bernardino County, California on November 3, 1947 to Herbert Ray Vander Lugt and Martha Nevella Vander Lugt. Dave was an adventurous soul who believed anything was possible, who traveled the world and touched many lives in the process....

Nov 9, 2018

Miss Rachel Gail Spease, 77, of Clemmons passed away Friday, November 9, 2018 at Accordius Health of Clemmons.  She was born November 1, 1941 in Forsyth County, the daughter of the late, Junius Ward and Jonnie Jones Spease.  Miss Spease was a member of Union United Methodist Church.  A graveside service will be conducted Sunday at 2:00 PM at...

Nov 9, 2018

Mrs. Hannelore Raffel Funkhouser, 77, passed away on November 9, 2018 at her residence. Per Mrs. Funkhouser’s wishes there will be no formal services. The family asks that memorials be made in her honor to your local food bank.

Nov 9, 2018

Mr. Buddy Donald Tackett, 71, passed away November 9, 2018 after a short illness.  He was born  February 22, 1947 in Tazwell County, Virginia to the late William Tackett and Lydia Ethel Tackett.  Buddy was loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.  He was well-liked in his community.  In the latter part of his career, he supervised the Shoals Community...

Nov 8, 2018

Mr. James Stanley “Stan” Day, 76, of Stanley, NC, formerly of Winston-Salem, passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2018, at the Levine & Dickson Hospice Home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.  He was born on November 5, 1942 in Wilkes County to the late Press and Ada Day.  In addition to his parents,...

Nov 8, 2018

Mr. Floyd Fillmore “Fill” Loftin, Jr, 88, of Winston-Salem passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2018, at Trellis Care Support. Fill was born on August 31, 1930, in Wilson County, NC, to Mary Blanche Barnes and Floyd Fillmore Loftin, Sr. Fill was a veteran of the U.S. Airforce and retired from AT&T as a creative art specialist in 1989 with...

Nov 8, 2018

Mr. Lee Rose, 49, of Winston-Salem passed away Thursday, November 8, 2018.  Lee was born on October 9, 1969 in Forsyth County to Arnold and Barbara Carol Rose.  Lee had a big heart and was always willing to lend a helping hand to friends and family in need.  Lee had a sincere love and dedication to nature and gardening,...

Nov 7, 2018

Mrs. Rita Ann Keating Bliden, 96, of Winston-Salem, passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2018.  Rita was born in Brooklyn, New York on April 26, 1922, to the late Joseph Francis Keating and Mabel Timmons Keating.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Victor John Bliden; and one brother, Francis Joseph Keating.  She...

Nov 7, 2018

Mr. Eppie Roland Stone, 83, of Winston-Salem, passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018. He was born March 8, 1935, in Danville, VA, to the late Rev. Sanders S. Stone and Lonie Belle Jones Stones. Mr. Stone was a member of Christ Temple for over thirty years. He was a lover of gospel music and enjoyed listening to various artists...

Nov 7, 2018

Mr. Bruce Leigh Michael, 82, of Winston-Salem passed away on November 7, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.  Bruce was born to the late William Crawford Michael and Vera Joyce Michael on June 4, 1936 in Forsyth County.  He was a graduate of Hanes High School class of 1954.  Bruce retired from AT&T/Lucent Technology after 40 years of...

Nov 7, 2018

KERNERSVILLE - Mrs. Alma Leona Walters Watson, 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born on October 19, 1931 in Wythe County, VA to James Worley and Bertha Alma Walters.

In addition to her parents, Leona was preceded in death by her husband, Willard P. Watson; sons, Kenneth Wayne...

Nov 7, 2018

An obituary is not available at this time for Infant Conor Allen Evertson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nov 7, 2018

Mr. Kermit George Bickford, 78, of Winston-Salem passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Kermit was born in Branford, CT., to the late George Gilman Bickford and Clara Jane Baird Bickford on February 13, 1940. He was of the Protestant Faith and he retired from S&K Men’s Clothing after many years of service. He...

Nov 6, 2018

Mr. Paul Robert Billings, 75, of Winston-Salem, passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. He was born December 15, 1942 in Forsyth County to Nina Pauline Joyce Billings and Hillary Eli Billings. Mr. Billings was a member of Gospel Light Baptist Church and a retired truck driver with Roadway. He was preceded in death...

Nov 6, 2018

Mr. Delma “Red” Junior McDuffie, 81, passed away Tuesday, November 06, 2018 at his home.  He was a loving father and husband.  He was born in Johnston County, NC on November 23, 1936 to the late Delma Desmond and Mary McIver McDuffie.  Mr. McDuffie worked for Howard Construction Company for several years before owning D.J. “Red” McDuffie Dragline Service...

Nov 6, 2018

Brian Glenn Bettes, 58, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at his home in Lewisville, North Carolina.  Brian was born on the Last Great Day of the Feast of Tabernacles on October 13, 1960 in Pasadena, California. He graduated from Ambassador College with an Associate Degree in Theology and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, followed  by a...