Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.

Feb 16, 2023

Ms. Betty Lee Moser Flynt, 91, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 16, 2023. She was born to the late Percy Heral Moser and Flaura Ketner Moser on May 5, 1931 in Forsyth County. Betty was a lifetime resident of Winston-Salem and attended New Philadelphia Moravian Church for most of her life. She enjoyed spending her...

Feb 16, 2023

Richard Dean “Dick” Michael, 93, passed away at his home Thursday, February 16, 2023.  He was born October 29, 1929, in Cuming Co., Nebraska to the late William Henry Michael and Dora Albers Michael.  Dick graduated from the University of Nebraska and was a lifelong member of Delta Sigma Pi – Professional Business Fraternity.  He spent most of his life...

Feb 16, 2023

Nancy Carroll Smith, age 92 of Winston-Salem, NC went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, February 16, 2023. She was born January 10,1931 in Forsyth County to Rober Lee and Nell Jones Smith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Waymouth Daton (Bill) Smith; sister, Barbara Smith Byrd;...

Feb 16, 2023

Mr. William Monroe James, 83, passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at home. He was born July 25, 1939, in Davidson County to William Franklin and Ruth Mendenhall James. Monroe was a fun and loving husband, daddy, grandpa, and great grandpa. He served in the US Army, 1963-1965 during the Vietnam War. He retired from Roadway Express where...

Feb 16, 2023

Mr. Edward Bland Lindon, 86, passed away Thursday February 16, 2023. He was born September 3, 1936 to the late Nathan Wilson Lindon and Ruth Tuttle Lindon in Forsyth County. Edward proudly served his country in the United States Air Force where he would begin a lifelong passion for electrical work and mechanics. He enjoyed gardening, learning and sharing...

Feb 16, 2023

Benjamin “Ben” Hastings Beeson, 39, of Clemmons, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023. He was born August 7, 1983 in Forsyth County. Ben graduated from West Forsyth High School, where he ran track and cross country. Ben was a member of the Twin City Track Club and was the youngest runner to complete the Ultimate Runner in 1991 at...

Feb 16, 2023

Ms. Georgia Lee Chapman passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Georgia was born to the late George Richard Chapman and Ruth Ann Upham Chapman on July 9, 1952. Georgia was a school teacher and enjoyed being with her family every chance she got. She is survived by two daughters, Ramoma Brown and Lisa...

Feb 15, 2023

Mrs. Joann Willard Hester, 85, passed away peacefully at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on February 15, 2023. Joann was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and most recently great-grandmother. Joann was one of the nurses to help establish the first Coronary Care Unit at Forsyth Memorial Hospital, and her passion for nursing and caretaking extended throughout her personal life...

Feb 15, 2023

Margaret Virginia Bowman, age 81 of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away after fighting cancer for 12 years on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at 10:19 pm. She was born August 10, 1941 in Alleghany County, North Carolina to the late Robert Harry and Peggie Britts Bowman. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her sister Constance...

Feb 15, 2023

Leon Lindsay Huls Jr. (Bill) entered into his heavenly home on February 15, 2023, after an extended illness. He was born on February 3, 1937 in Winston-Salem, NC to Leon Lindsay Huls Sr. and Lucy Thrift Huls. Bill was a graduate of Mineral Springs High School class of 1955. Up until his health no longer allowed, he enjoyed monthly...

Feb 15, 2023

Mrs. Janice Long Billings, 84, of Lexington, formerly of Winston-Salem, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born January 15, 1939 in Rockingham County. Mrs. Billings was a long time member of Lighthouse Baptist Church and retired from AT & T. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack Long...

Feb 14, 2023

Clyde Elmer Laster, 88, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2023 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.  Clyde was born October 16, 1934, in Wilkes County, to late parents Collie Mickle and Council Laster.  He was also predeceased by brothers Otis Laster and Martin Laster and sisters Mae Templeton and Ruth Smith.

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Feb 14, 2023

Kernersville – William Sanford Davis, 72, passed away peacefully and entered eternal life with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at his home. William was born on May 5, 1950, in Forsyth County to the late Andrew and Jettie Davis. He was an active member of Missions Baptist Church. William worked as a district manager at...

Feb 13, 2023

Mrs. Julia Leftwich Bobbitt, 61, passed away Monday, February 13, 2023, at her home after a courageous battle with cancer.  She was born in Surry County on July 16, 1961 to the late Robert Franklin and Patsy Patterson Leftwich.  Julia attended Old Town Baptist Church and worked at Womble, Bond, Dickinson Law Firm.  She absolutely loved the beach and...

Feb 13, 2023

Floreine (Flo) Bivens Johnston, 99, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2023. She was born in Wadesboro, North Carolina on July 18, 1923, to the late Walter Hurley Bivens and Sallie Frances Winfree Bivens. Mrs. Johnston was a member of the Main Street United Methodist Church in Kernersville, North Carolina. During World War II, she assisted many as a...

Feb 12, 2023

Michelle Govan Merritt, 67, passed away at her home on February 12, 2023. Michelle was born on December 4, 1955, to Ruth May Himmelberger Nice and Richard Nice in Berks County, Reading, PA. Michelle loved her children and grandchildren above anything in the world, “Love You More”. She loved gardening, Hilton Head, family traditions, crafting with her grandchildren, being...

Feb 12, 2023

Loving husband and father, Rickey Clayton went to his heavenly father on Saturday, February 11, 2023, after declining health.  Rickey was born, raised, and lived in Rural Hall, predeceased by his parents Lee C. and Rosa Beck Clayton.  Rickey is survived by his best friend and wife of over 48 years Anita Tuttle Clayton, brother Randy Clayton (Missy) of...

Feb 12, 2023

Rev. John “D” Shelby Moxley, age 96, of Winston-Salem, NC, completed his earthly journey and moved into his heavenly home on February 12, 2023. He was born in Yadkin County on February 9, 1927, to John Henry and Myrtle Caudle Moxley. When he was 18, he joined the Navy during World War II and served on the USS Menelaus...

Feb 12, 2023

Mr. George William Beskas, 90, of Clemmons, N.C. passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023. George was born in Nemea, Corinth, Greece. At a young age, George came to the states to reside with his Uncle Nick Beskas in Greely, Colorado. Upon graduating from high school, George enlisted in the Navy and served aboard the aircraft carriers USS Intrepid...

Feb 12, 2023

Hermon Lowell Aycoth, 90, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023. He was born on November 26, 1932, in Forsyth County to the late George Otis Aycoth and Minnie Snow Aycoth. He enlisted in the Army at age 17 and served in the Korean War, during which time he was held prisoner of war for 32 months. Hermon was...