Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.

Apr 26, 2021

Mr. Fairley Edward Nunn, 77, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Stokes Co. on February 29, 1944 the son of the late Robert Bob Nunn and Destie Mona McHone Nunn. Fairley was a member of Westfield Friends Meeting and retired from Wellington Leisure Products in Pilot Mountain. Fairley...

Apr 25, 2021

Mr. Thomas “Dale” Anderson, 75, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021 in Winston-Salem, NC. He was born on September 15, 1945 in Alexander City, Alabama to John T. and Helen Anderson. Dale loved Alabama Football. He enjoyed classic cars and car shows. Dale was very social and liked to talk to anybody he encountered. He dearly loved his...

Apr 25, 2021

Ms. Marion “Gaynelle” Hester Crouse, 100, of King, passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born in Forsyth County to the late Lucile Miller and Curtis Lee Hester on February 9, 1921. Gaynelle’s children remember her as one of the hardest working women that they knew, raising five children on her own....

Apr 24, 2021

Mr. Richard Wayne Keys, 64, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021.  He was born June 29, 1956 in Washington, DC to the late Samuel and Florence Keys.  Richard was an avid sports fan, specifically the Pittsburgh Steelers and NASCAR.  In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Cinda Keys and brother-in-law, Mac McLaughlin.  Richard...

Apr 24, 2021

Elaine S. Newman, 84, of Winston Salem, NC passed away Saturday April 24, 2021, peacefully in her home. Elaine was born August 29, 1936 to Fred and Gladys Smith of Cabarrus County. She attended Grey High School and graduated in 1954. Elaine worked many years at Hanes Hosiery, Kelly Office Machines, and later at Amp Incorporated from where she eventually...

Apr 24, 2021

Kernersville – Mrs. Olivia Lee Lunsford Shores passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021. She was born June 7, 1916 to the late Walter Ray Lunsford and Martha Caudle. She lived a good full life, caring for others, and being very loving, giving and energetic woman. Olivia loved her dog, Patty, har cat, Booty, and working puzzles from the newspaper to keep her mind healthy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her loving...

Apr 24, 2021

Philip Kingsley Kniejski passed away peacefully early Saturday morning surrounded by his loving family. He left us to permanently be among the Angels who have always been by his side. He was born May 12, 1992 to Wini and Bob Kniejski. Phil was a special person who touched the lives of so many during his wonderful 28 years with...

Apr 23, 2021

Stephen Dale Smith, 69, passed away on April 23, 2021. He was born on December 2, 1951 to the late Dale and Katherine Smith in Hamilton, Ohio. Following graduation from Taft High School in Hamilton, Ohio, Steve went on to Miami University of Oxford, Ohio where he earned the degree of Bachelor of Science in Education. He went on...

Apr 23, 2021

Athaleta Harren Hendrix of Winston-Salem, NC went to her heavenly home on Friday, April 23, 2021.  She was born on May 19, 1929 in Catawba County to James and Clara Radar Harren.  She was a devoted daughter, wife, mother and Meemaw, a true Carolina Blue fan and a teacher into her last days of Christian principles and financial wisdom....

Apr 22, 2021

CLEMMONS, NC—Mrs. Cathy Ann Eaves, 66, of Clemmons, NC, left us suddenly on April 22, 2021.  Cathy was born in Surry County on August 28, 1954, to the late Herman Sebert Atkins and Opal Simmons Atkins.  Cathy was an artist and had a flair for decorating and creating beautiful floral arrangements.  Cathy was a member of Pinedale Christian Church. ...

Apr 21, 2021

Mr. Martin Alexander “Alex” McGilvary, age 61 passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2021.  He was born November 17, 1959 in Forsyth County to the late Ernest and Dayle Thagard McGilvary.  Alex was a Senior Geologist and President of CSM Environmental, PLLC.  He is survived by his wife, Angela Huffman McGilvary; two sons, Mike McGilvary (Kelly) and Adam McGilvary; one...

Apr 21, 2021

Leslie “Scott” Dyer, 40, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 in Norfolk, VA. He was born in Wilkes Co. on September 3, 1980. Scott was a graduate of North Forsyth High School and was working in Norfolk as a landscaper. He loved to fish and walk on the beach. Scott was preceded in death by a brother,...

Apr 21, 2021

Billie Etta Brewer Hilliard, 84, of Winston-Salem, passed away peacefully at Arbor Acres Retirement Community on Wednesday, April 21, 2021.  Billie was born on December 25, 1936, in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Mildred Bailey Brewer and Roy Frank Brewer.  Billie graduated from Clemmons High School and earned a BA degree in Elementary Education from the University of North...

Apr 21, 2021

Douglas Raymond Fulk, Sr., 56, of Mocksville, N.C., passed away on April 21, 2021 after two decades of fighting kidney failure. Doug was born in Winston-Salem on July 27, 1964 and graduated from Parkland High School.

He is survived by the love of his life and sidekick of 29 years, Janice Holder; four children, Jamie Fulk, Douglas...

Apr 20, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Israel Valencia Vivanco. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Apr 20, 2021

Michael Stephen Williams, 59, of Clemmons, passed away on April 20, 2021 at his home.

Michael was born on November 3, 1961 in Pensacola, Florida, the son of Ronald Eugene and Margaret Sue Wood Williams. He graduated from West Forsyth High School, Randolph Technical Community College, and High Point University. He was a graphic artist in his...

Apr 19, 2021

Mrs. Brenda Jean Wallace Thomas, 73, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 19, 2021.  She was born August 5, 1947 in Iredell County to the late Vestal and Pearl Wallace.  She was a long-time attendee of Centenary United Methodist Church.  Brenda was an avid reader, whether it was book or audio books; enjoyed puzzles, watching TV mysteries, going to eat...

Apr 19, 2021

Mr. Byron Gordon Allen passed away at his home on April 19, 2021. Byron was born on December 12, 1966 to Wayne Harding Allen and Sarah Jo Petree Allen in Forsyth County. Byron enjoyed making model cars in his spare time, as well as working on his beloved Ford Ranger truck. He also enjoyed working on bicycles for both...

Apr 19, 2021

Mr. Jerry Lynn Thomas, 76, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 19, 2021.  He was born January 16, 1945 in Alexander County to the late Greer and Gladys Thomas.  He was a long-time attendee of Centenary United Methodist Church.  Jerry enjoyed being around and spending quality time with friends and family, especially his grandson, Ashton.  One of his favorite trips...

Apr 19, 2021

Mooresville – Dr. Gary Burton Hilburn, 60, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 19, 2021 at Huntersville Medical Center. He was born in Forsyth County on March 30, 1961. Gary was a graduate of Oak Ridge Military Academy, received his master’s degree from University of California at Berkley, and then received his PhD from Yale University. He...