Francis Michael Jacobius, MD
Sep 19, 2023
Francis Michael Jacobius MD, passed away peacefully on September 19th at Novant Health in Winston Salem NC surrounded by family. Mike was coherent to the end and the family was able to say their goodbyes and reminisce with Mike throughout the day.
Mike was 85 years old and is survived by his wife Christa of Winston Salem NC, their two...
Joan Hampton Cavanaugh
Sep 19, 2023
WALKERTOWN – Joan Hampton Cavanaugh, 85, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at her home. Joan was born on October 27, 1937 in Stokes County to Marvin Odell and Irene Ashby Hampton. She retired from AT& T after 30 years of service.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Joan loved living in North Carolina and...
Dalvin Serrin
Sep 18, 2023
Dalvin Serrin, 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 18, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Windber, PA, on May 23, 1929, to the late Marie Toth Kotecki. Dalvin was a proud career Marine Corps officer and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. During his service in the Marine Corps, he was a fighter pilot. Serving combat...
Carol Reese Dykers, PhD
Sep 17, 2023
In the company of chosen family, Carol Reese Dykers, PhD passed away peacefully at home on the afternoon of Sunday, September 17, 2023, from Lewy Body Dementia. She was 76. In her family of origin, Carol is survived by a sister, Sherry Gill; and two nephews, Michael and Christopher Linnen and their families.
In Winston Salem, NC, she was the...
Michael L. Reece
Sep 17, 2023
Michael L. Reece, 52, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 17, 2023, while at home. He was born to Johnny and Faye Callahan Reece on June 14, 1971. If you had ever met Michael, knew him personally, or loved him deeply, you knew he had an extraordinary spirit. His faith, humility, generosity, professionalism, and quick wit brought joy and encouragement....
Colon Lee Bodenheimer
Sep 17, 2023
Colon Lee Bodenheimer, 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 17, 2023, surrounded by family. He was born in Davidson County on December 3, 1938, to the late Charlie Bodenheimer and Ollie Reid Bodenheimer. Colon was a hard and meticulous worker who was proud of his 35.7 years at RJ Reynolds Tobacco as a machinist. He was also an...
Lula "Tootsie" Cave
Sep 17, 2023
Lula Mae (Tootsie) Cave passed away September 17, 2023, peacefully at Bermuda Commons to be united with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Lula was preceded in death by her parents, Mary A. and John G. Scott. Being raised on a tobacco farm in Shoals, NC, she gained experience in hard work and family living. After high school she moved...
Bonnie Crews Dudley
Sep 17, 2023
Bonnie Crews Dudley, 78 of Winston-Salem lost her long and courageous battle with cancer at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on September 17, 2023 Bonnie was born March 25, 1945 in Forsyth County to O. R “Pete” and Louise Crews. She was a legal assistant for many years until she stopped working to care for her ailing father. ...
Giles Philip Ringley
Sep 16, 2023
Mr. Giles Philip Ringley, 73, passed away Saturday, September 16, 2023. He was born June 13, 1950, in Bristol Tennessee, to the late James and Helen Ringley.
Giles lived his life his way, from all his adventures, big and small. In his life, Giles enjoyed listening to The Rolling Stones, gardening, fishing, trains, and learning all he could.
In...
James "Jim" Andrew Day
Sep 16, 2023
Mr. James “Jim” Andrew Day, 75, of Clemmons, NC, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Jim was born in Wilkes County on December 4, 1947, to the late Fred James Day and Ruby Lee Johnston Day. Jim served his country in the United States Air Force and was a faithful Christian and a member of Ardmore Baptist Church. ...
Bonnie Kimel Spach
Sep 16, 2023
Bonnie Jean Kimel Spach, 78, of Winston-Salem passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at her home. She was born to the late Daniel and Etta Mae Kimel on August 15, 1945, in Forsyth County. Bonnie was a proud School Teacher for over 40 years. She won many awards such as teacher of the year and loved her students...
Robert Ray Crews Sr.
Sep 16, 2023
Mr. Robert Ray Crews, Sr., 91, passed away on September 16, 2023, peacefully at his home after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. He was born on September 18, 1931, in Forsyth County to the late Charlie Abraham Crews and Minnie Mae Snipes Crews. Robert proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict for seven years, including...
Jeffrey Scott Newsome
Sep 16, 2023
Jeffrey Scott Newsome, 54, of Winston-Salem, NC went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Donnie’s Compassionate Family Care Home. He was born to Nancy Bowman Newsome and the late Billy Gray Newsome on March 17, 1969, in Forsyth County. Jeffrey was a joyful, kind, and funny person. He enjoyed tinkering with small engines and lawn...
Nancy Collins Jessup
Sep 15, 2023
Mrs. Nancy Ann Collins Jessup, 86, of Winston-Salem passed away Friday, September 15, 2023. Nancy was born in Stokes County to the late Ellis Collins and Mamie King Collins on June 25, 1937. She attended Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church. Nancy retired from Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools with 32 years of service. She was a very sociable person and...
Roland "Fred" Cranfill
Sep 15, 2023
Roland Frederick Cranfill (Fred) was born September 16, 1933 in Winston Salem, NC to Mattie Comer Cranfill and Harvey Lee Cranfill, Sr. He passed away September 15, 2023 at Forsyth Memorial Hospital in Winston Salem, NC.
Fred graduated from Walkertown High School in 1952 and became employed by Western Electric. Soon afterwards he joined the United States Air Force and served four...
Stephen Edwin Holleman
Sep 15, 2023
Stephen Edwin Holleman peacefully passed away at his home in Kernersville, North Carolina, on Friday, September 15, 2023. He was born on August 19, 1947, in Forsyth County, North Carolina.
Steve worked from an early age as a bicycle newspaper boy and grocery bagger, where he learned the values of responsibility and hard work. He carried those lessons with...
John Henry McPherson, Sr.
Sep 15, 2023
Mr. John Henry McPherson, Sr., 99, passed away Friday, September 15, 2023. He was born August 10, 1924, in Oran Missouri to the late Elmer and Huntace McPherson.
He was known by many names. Senior and Mr. Mac were the most popular. But we were lucky enough to call him Dad and Grandpa.
From his time in the Army...
John Edward Whaley
Sep 15, 2023
LEXINGTON – John Edward Whaley, 58, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 15, 2023 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. John was born on November 24, 1964 in Chile, South America to James and Betty Sapp Whaley. John was a devoted husband, father, brother and friend to many. He was a career Electrician, exemplifying dependability and knowledge in his work....
Sherry Meadows Wilson
Sep 15, 2023
Kernersville – Mrs. Sherry Meadows Wilson, 63, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023, at Kernersville Medical Center. She was born on August 3, 1960, in Forsyth County to Richard and Annie Campbell Meadows. Sherry enjoyed going to the beach as she was able. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren as well as her dog, Lucy. Sherry was...
Athelene Betty Cheek Fulton
Sep 15, 2023
Mrs. Athelene Betty Cheek Fulton, 87, passed away September 15, 2023, at her home. She was born July 6, 1936, in Yadkin County to the late Dolphus Winfield Cheek and Oma Groce Cheek. Athelene was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a faithful member of Marshall Baptist Church. In her spare time, she enjoyed planting flowers and taking...