Phyllis Ann Robinson Combs
Nov 9, 2024
Mrs. Phyllis Ann Robinson Combs, 80, passed away on November 9, 2024, at The Oaks in Winston-Salem. She was born on April 20, 1944, in Hillsville, VA to the late Thornton Edmond Robinson and Nina Lou Smythers Robinson. Phyllis was a member of Belews Creek Christian Church. She enjoyed gospel music, sewing, making dresses, and playing piano. In addition to...
Gail Sheek Johnston
Nov 8, 2024
Mrs. Gail (Diann) Sheek Johnston, 88, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born in Forsyth County on August 13, 1936, to the late Everett Gray and Thelma Simmons Sheek who lived in Advance, NC. She graduated from Mocksville High School. She worked at Mother and Daughter and Western Electric before adopting...
James "Jimmy" Woodrow Dixon
Nov 8, 2024
Mr. James “Jimmy” Woodrow Dixon, 84, a resident of Kernersville, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024. Jimmy was born in Forsyth County on March 14, 1940, to the late Woodrow Gilmer and Ethel Tucker Dixon.
He worked for Reynolds Tobacco as a machine operator for many years. Jimmy had a great sense of humor and when he wasn’t making you laugh,...
Maxx Alexander Ball
Nov 8, 2024
Walkertown – Maxx Alexander Ball, 13, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 8, 2024, at SECU Hospice Care Center. He was born on October 12, 2011, in Forsyth County to Glenn Ball III and Lauren Ashley Ball.
In addition to his parents, Maxx is survived by his sister, Karlie Ball; maternal grandparents, Trina McGlamery (husband, Ed) and Johnny Handy (wife, Brenda);...
Frances Lorene Creson Flynt
Nov 8, 2024
Ms. Frances Lorene Creson Flynt, 101, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024. She was born October 27, 1923 in Forsyth County to the late Cicero Creson and Agnes Bennett Creson. Frances Retired from AT&T in 1981 with many years’ service. She was a long-time member of Gospel Light Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...
Clarence "Red" Coleman
Nov 7, 2024
Clarence "Red" Coleman, 78, of Winston-Salem, NC, joined the Lord on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at his home.
He meets his beloved mother; his brother, Johnny Lee; and his son, Andre "Alfie". He was, by his own admission, a "beautiful baby" born in St. Petersburg, FL, the oldest of seven children born to Mary Gilbert.
A hard worker who loved to dress,...
Judith "Judy" Dobbins Hamilton
Nov 7, 2024
Ms. Judith “Judi” Dobbins Hamilton, 79, passed away on November 7, 2024, at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born on June 16, 1945, in Winston-Salem to the late Austin Couch Dobbins and Nancy Opal Southern Dobbins. Judy enjoyed shopping, especially on QVC. She loved going to the beach, listening to gospel music, and working in the yard. Judy retired from...
Michael Paul Briggs
Nov 7, 2024
Michael Paul Briggs, 61, passed away at his home, following a brief illness, on Thursday, November 7, 2024.
Michael was born on July 11, 1963, in Providence, RI. He lived the early parts of his life in several places across the country including Atlanta, Chicago, New Hampshire (where he met his wife, Belinda) and South Carolina. Michael and Belinda then moved...
James "Jim" Justice Loy
Nov 7, 2024
Mr. James “Jim” Justice Loy, 86, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at his residence. He was born in Forsyth County on January 30, 1938, to Clyde and Carlene Preston Loy. Jim enjoyed spending his time bowling and working on classic cars. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and was a member of American Legion...
Thomas Alton Dickens
Nov 6, 2024
Thomas Alton Dickens was born on May 26, 1930, in Nash County, NC, to the late Joseph Irving Dickens and Mary George Fisher Dickens. After a short illness, Tom passed into eternal rest on November 6, 2024, at age 94. He was a jovial man and always had a funny story to share....
Nevil Riley Barker
Nov 6, 2024
Nevil Riley Barker, 93, of Lexington, NC passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born to the late Ottis Monroe Barker and Pearl Queen Barker on February 28, 1931, in Bryson City, NC.
Nevil was a dedicated builder for the Davidson and Forsyth County community. He was beloved by the community for over 40 years.
In...
Frances Beeson Pope
Nov 6, 2024
Frances Mae Beeson Pope 90, of Winston-Salem died at her home Wednesday November 6, 2024. She was born July 7, 1934, the first daughter of seven siblings to Carl James and Margaret Marshall Beeson in Forsyth County. Frances and Jimmy Pope married July 6, 1955, in High Point and celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2005. She began her work...
Adam John Mackey
Nov 6, 2024
Adam John Mackey, 57, passed away at home on November 6, 2024. Adam was born on January 25, 1967, to Roy Elmer Mackey and Lorraine Marie Aberle Mackey in Streator, IL. A graduate of Appalachian State University, Adam remained an avid fan of App State football. He also enjoyed the Carolina Panthers, and he loved to go fishing. His many...
Jeannette Elizabeth Cherry May
Nov 5, 2024
Jeannette Elizabeth Cherry May, 73, of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away on Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 unexpectedly in her home of 38 years. Jeannette, known by all as “Jeannie,” was born on June 19th, 1951 in Louisville, KY to Dr. Russell Thomas Cherry Jr and Jewell Jones Cherry.
Jeannie was the oldest of three children, (Judith Cherry Smith and Russell “Rusty” Cherry...
Virgie Kirk Jarrett
Nov 5, 2024
Mrs. Virgie Agnes Kirk Jarrett, 93, a resident of King, passed away November 5, 2024 in Rose Tara Senior Living Center. She was born in Giles County, VA to the late Arnold and Edith Kirk on August 29, 1931. Virgie was the daughter of a Baptist minister and truly emulated Proverbs 31. She loved her family very much and prioritized...
Susan Elizabeth Gupton
Nov 5, 2024
Mrs. Susan Elizabeth Gupton, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. She was born November 12, 1946, in Charlotte, NC, the oldest daughter of the late Robert Ray Heck and Martha Jane Daniel Heck.
Susan spent most of her early married years as the family chauffeur, driving her children to and from their many varied...
Jimmy Ray Wilcox
Nov 5, 2024
Jimmy Ray Wilcox, age 71 of Walkertown, NC, passed away Tuesday, November 5th, at Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center. He was surrounded by all of his family and loved ones.
Jimmy was born on October 29, 1953 and raised in Ashe County, North Carolina. He was a well-known resident of the Helton Creek Community.
Those who knew and loved Jimmy knew he...
Inez Dull Hartman
Nov 5, 2024
Mrs. Inez Dull Hartman, 92, of Advance went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. She was born December 6, 1931, in Forsyth County to the late William Samuel Dull and Pauline Livengood Dull.
Mrs. Hartman was an amazing wife, mother, and grandmother who was loved beyond measure. She treasured her family and has left a lasting impression...
Ralph Everett Lee
Nov 5, 2024
Ralph E. Lee went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Ralph was born May 18, 1949, in Dexter, Maine, to Clyde and Velma Lee. He attended Dexter and East Millinocket schools and worked for Eastern Maine General Hospital before moving to NC where he attended Forsyth Technical Community College to continue his career...
Kenneth Carol Stone
Nov 4, 2024
Mr. Kenneth Carol Stone, age 63, from Winston-Salem, NC, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at Forsyth Medical Center following a brief illness.
Kenneth was born on January 13, 1961, in Forsyth County, NC, to the late Carolyn Arteal Palmer and Robert Kenneth Stone.
A proud alumnus of Parkland High School, class of 1979, Kenny spent his teenage Christmases ringing bells...