Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.

Dec 19, 2020

Richard Carlton “Dickie” Smither, age 77 passed away suddenly on December 19, 2020, at Novant Health Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.  Richard is survived by his beloved companion of 34 years, Kathy Bolling of the residence.   He is also survived by two sons, Rich O’Ferrell (Sherry) of Burlington, NC and Jeremy Smither of Chattanooga, TN; 4 sisters, Mary Ann...

Dec 18, 2020

Mrs. Miriam Johnson Caston, 91 passed away peacefully, December 18, 2020 at Forsyth Memorial Hospital. She was born August 1, 1929 in West Palm Beach, FL to the late Durward Johnson and Delma Johnson. Miriam Johnson Caston was preceded in death by her husband, Bryan DeWitt Caston, Sr. and son, John D. Caston.  Survivors include a daughter, Sharon C....

Dec 18, 2020

Mr. Gaston Marvin Shortt, Jr., 85, of Winston-Salem, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020. He was born in Forsyth County on May 25, 1935, to the late Gaston Marvin and Sadie Marie Frye Shortt. Mr. Shortt was a proud veteran who served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He attended Piedmont Bible College and became an ordained...

Dec 18, 2020

Mr. Shane Grayson Plowman, 30, passed away on December 18, 2020 after a short courageous battle with cancer.  He was born in Forsyth County on October 28, 1990 to Kenneth Alan Snyder and Robin Denise Plowman.  His main love in life was his family.  He spent his life loving and taking care of everyone.  During his hospital stay, no...

Dec 18, 2020

Kernersville – Mr. Jerry Eugene Robertson, 80, passed away on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice. He was born in Forsyth county on July 14, 1940 to the late Charlotte Virginia Freeman Robertson and Paul Eugene Robertson.

Left to cherish his memory are his son, Dale Robertson; his daughter, DeDe Bush (Kevin), his grandson...

Dec 18, 2020

E. Keith Smith left his earthly home on December 18,2020 and has been taken into the presence of his lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Keith was born February 4, 1941 in Forsyth county to the late Shirley and Milton Smith. Keith was a graduate of Kernersville High School and was a member of the varsity basketball team and the...

Dec 17, 2020

Thomas “Tom” Eugene Reich, 68, passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at his home. Tom was born on March 21, 1952 in Forsyth County to the late Henry Franklin Reich and Beatrice Coleman Reich. He grew up in Winston-Salem and went on to serve his country in the United States Air Force. Tom retired from Sherwood Station where...

Dec 17, 2020

Mr. Herman “Fuzzy” Lee Phelps, 90, of Winston-Salem passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020.

Fuzzy was born April 5, 1930 in Forsyth County to Samuel and Beulah Phelps.  He was the owner of Phelps Shoe Shop and a longtime member of Sharon United Methodist Church. An avid gun enthusiast, Fuzzy also loved to cheer on his beloved...

Dec 17, 2020

For who can blame the Lord for calling home one of his most precious angels? To have spent a moment with Mrs. Ruth Morgan Peoples truly was a blessing, no matter how long or how brief.  We thank you God for sharing “Ruthie Jane”, as she was fondly known, with the world until you saw fit to reunite her...

Dec 17, 2020

Oak Ridge - Jeffery Todd Biggs, 51, of Oak Ridge, went to be with the Lord on December 17, 2020. Todd was a Son, Brother, Uncle, and gift from God, especially to anyone who spent a second of time with him. Todd had a deep-rooted love for the Lord, his family, Friends, and country music and a strong admiration...

Dec 17, 2020

Mrs. Mary Jane “Janie” Tilley Boyles, 99, of Winston-Salem, passed away late Thursday evening, December 17, 2020, at Salemtowne Retirement Community. She was born in Stokes County on February 18, 1921, to the late Joseph Thomas Tilley, Sr. and Ila Smith Tilley. Janie was the last surviving sibling of her parent’s ten children. She was retired from Western Electric...

Dec 17, 2020

On Thursday, December 17, 2020 Robert Philip Melvin, Jr. loving Father of two sons went into eternal life in the arms of Angels at the age of 80. Philip was born April 2, 1940 in Winston-Salem, NC to Dr. Robert Philip Melvin, Sr. and Ethel C. Melvin. Philip was an accountant in Winston-Salem. Philip married Sylvia Loretta Bair, who...

Dec 17, 2020

Mr. Richard Lee “Dick” Weatherman, 85, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Dick was born in Forsyth Co. on September 10, 1935 the son of the late Julian Weatherman and Geneva Reece Weatherman. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Dick was a member...

Dec 17, 2020

Hilde Katherina Cook, acclaimed interior designer, passed away on the morning of December 17, 2020 from complications of Alzheimer's Disease. She lived 82 remarkable years, gracing her family, friends, clients, and their homes with her generous spirit. She is undoubtedly now with the Lord recommending where the sun and moon should be hung each day. She was born December...

Dec 17, 2020

Mrs. Ruby Catherine Campbell Bowles, 92, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 after an extended illness.  She was born in Stokes County to the late James Paul Campbell and Sally Anna Bowman Campbell.  Mrs. Bowles was a member of Bethany Baptist Church.  She was an expert seamstress and an avid gardener.  In addition to her parents, Mrs. Bowles was...

Dec 17, 2020

Mr. Byron William Effler, 88, passed away Thursday December 17, 2020. He was born April 7, 1932 in Wyoming Co., West Virginia to the late John Theodore Effler and Ruby Williams Effler.  Byron enjoyed working with wood.  His talent allowed him to make most of his furniture.  He loved music and dancing and was a very skilled guitar player. ...

Dec 17, 2020

Mr. Robert “Bobby” G. Lyons, Sr. passed away on Dec 17, 2020 at Novant Forsyth Medical Center. Those of us left behind are terribly saddened but he is rejoicing in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Bobby was 84 and was born in Yadkin County on August 20, 1936 to the late Gernie W. Lyons and...

Dec 16, 2020

Kernersville – Mr. Gene Leonard Tuttle, of Kernersville, passed away, Wednesday, December 16, 2020 after a brief illness. He was born October 26, 1938 to Larston Tuttle and Mabell lngram Tuttle. He was retired from Novartis.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Bodford Tuttle.

The family would like to give a special...

Dec 16, 2020

Dr. Madho Singh, 90, peacefully made his transition into the arms of Waheguru, surrounded by his loving family at home on Wednesday, December 16, 2020.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Mohinder Singh; his three daughters, Rajvinder (Raj) , Gurprit (Sweetie), Harbax (Tina) and spouse Lalit; his son, Avtar (Tara) and spouse Pawandip (Sony); his...

Dec 16, 2020

Jason Douglas Mendenhall 49, transitioned from this life on Wednesday at his Rural Hall home in the presence of his partner and best friend Tracy. He was born in Horry County, SC, August 1st 1971.  Jason was a lover of life and had a special connection with his animal friends. We will remember Jason most for his big heart and abundant generosity....