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Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.


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Joyce Lynn Paxton (Shaffer)

Joyce Lynn Paxton (Shaffer)

Jul 12, 2023

 

On July 12,2023 at 11:35pm Jesus took the hand of my beloved and walked her into paradise from the pain and suffering that she dealt with, so she’s now home, pain free and in love with Christ.

She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years Joseph Paxton of the home , One son Joseph Paxton II...

Emma Brooks Edwards

Emma Brooks Edwards

Jul 11, 2023

Emma Brooks Edwards entered heaven and into the loving arms of her Great grandma Frannie Annie on July 11, 2023, surrounded by those that love her most. Emma was 10 years old and battled "The imposter", Leukemia, for 16 mos. Emma, our little unicorn, was born April 22, 2013 to adoring parents and three older siblings, completing the Edwards family....

Ronald "Ron" Gene Robertson

Ronald "Ron" Gene Robertson

Jul 10, 2023

 

Mr. Ronald “Ron” Gene Robertson, 74, of Winston-Salem, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.  Ron was born in Robeson County, NC on July 24, 1948, to the late M.L. and Judy Robertson.  He spent most of his early years living in White Lake, NC.  Ron entered the golf business as a...

Jimmy Edward Garland

Jimmy Edward Garland

Jul 10, 2023

 

WALKERTOWN – Jimmy E. Garland, 86, passed away Monday, July 10, 2023 surrounded by his family after a period of declining health. Jimmy was born on November 16, 1936 in Haywood County to Cecil Conrad Garland and Margaret Beasley Garland. He was employed by Hanes Hosiery / Sara Lee for 45 years at the Weeks Division. He also owned...

Frances Lewis Smith

Frances Lewis Smith

Jul 10, 2023

 

Mrs. Frances Lewis Smith, 94, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2023, at Universal Health Care in King. She was born on August 19, 1928, in Stokes Co., the daughter of the late J. Willard Lewis and Gladys Mae Page Lewis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ransom “RC” Smith, Jr.; her...

James "Jim" Luther Brown, III

James "Jim" Luther Brown, III

Jul 8, 2023

Winston-Salem – Mr. James “Jim” Luther Brown, III, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at his residence. He was born on April 18, 1944, in Portsmouth, VA to James Luther Brown, II and Helen Byerly Ricketts. Jim was a 1967 graduate of Elon College where he earned a Bachelor of Business Degree. He was...

Wilbert "Smitty" C. Smith

Wilbert "Smitty" C. Smith

Jul 8, 2023

 

Wilbert "Smitty" C. Smith, 72, from Walkertown, NC, formerly from Portage, PA, passed away on July 8, 2023, at home. He was born March 13, 1951, in Cambria County, PA, the son of Gerald A. Smith and Cleda (Mock) Baer. He retired from Thompson Arthur Paving. He enjoyed spending time with his family, working in the yard and lending...

Alan Louis Csontos

Alan Louis Csontos

Jul 7, 2023

 

Mr. Alan Louis Csontos of Quaker Gap, NC, passed away Friday, July 7, 2023, at his home after a vigorous and valiant battle with cancer, with his beloved wife, Ethlyn, by his side. Alan was born in New Jersey, September 11th to the late Albert and Irene Csontos. He was the last surviving sibling of the family. He was...

Cynthia Cann Lightsey

Cynthia Cann Lightsey

Jul 7, 2023

Cynthia Cann Lightsey, a kind-hearted and loving individual, peacefully departed this life on July 7, 2023, at Hinkle Hospice House. She was born in Winston Salem, North Carolina on January 25, 1943. 

Cynthia led a fulfilling life as an Manager for Sara Lee and a Clerical Assistant at an Accounting Firm. With her exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, she made a...

Lois Jean Stitt Kincer

Lois Jean Stitt Kincer

Jul 7, 2023

Mrs. Lois Jean Kincer, 86, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023. She was born on October 9, 1936, in Vandergrift, Pennsylvania to the late Phillips Samuel Stitt and Helen Pearl Stitt. Lois was a member of Central Terrace United Methodist Church for 45 years. She retired from Integon Insurance agency after many years. Lois enjoyed baking, crocheting, and playing...

Linda Faye Griffin Carlyle

Linda Faye Griffin Carlyle

Jul 7, 2023

Mrs. Linda Fay Griffin Carlyle, 83, of Rural Hall, NC left a change of address notification on July 7th, 2023, she left her earthly home as Jesus welcomed her to her heavenly home with these words; “Well Done Thy Good & Faithful Servant, Enter In To The Joy Of The Lord!” Linda was born on November 24th, 1939, in Forsyth...

Linda Atkins Pearman

Linda Atkins Pearman

Jul 7, 2023

KERNERSVILLE – Linda Atkins Pearman, 81, passed away Friday, July 7, 2023 at Forsyth Medical Center. Linda was born on April 6, 1942 to James Atkins Sr. and Vernon Lucille Atchison Atkins.

She grew up in Guilford County as a farm girl. She loved sports, especially basketball, making High School All County for three years. Linda loved life and kept...

Heather Suzanne Fincher Dixon

Heather Suzanne Fincher Dixon

Jul 6, 2023

Mrs. Heather Suzanne Fincher Dixon, 39, of Winston-Salem, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 6, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Heather was born on September 13, 1983, in Forsyth County to Jimmy Fincher and Kim Reece Carver.

Throughout her life, Heather enjoyed many things, but what she held most dearest to her heart was...

Gaynell Marie Thompson Englebert

Gaynell Marie Thompson Englebert

Jul 6, 2023

Mrs. Gaynell Marie Thompson Englebert, 75, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born February 3, 1948, in McDowell County, WV to the late Luther Thompson and Lee Helen Halloway Thompson. Gaynell was a faithful member at Woodland Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family. In her spare time, she enjoyed...

Doris Lee Mills

Doris Lee Mills

Jul 6, 2023

Mrs. Doris Kiser Mills, 82, passed away Thursday July 6, 2023 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born January 5, 1941 to the late Austin Herbert Kiser and Marth Fulk Kiser in Rockingham County. Doris was a faithful member of Redbank Missionary Baptist Church and loved her church family dearly. She enjoyed crafting, used her skills as a self-taught computer...

Edward Clifford Fontaine, Jr.

Edward Clifford Fontaine, Jr.

Jul 5, 2023

 

Edward “Ed” Clifford Fontaine, Jr., 67, of Clemmons passed away July 5, 2023 after a valiant fight against cancer. 

Ed was born on November 30, 1955 in Tacoma, Washington.  He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will truly be missed.  He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Marcia; daughter Dr. Erin Sandman (Joel); grandchildren Landon...

Marie Dawson Leonard

Marie Dawson Leonard

Jul 5, 2023

Emma Marie Leonard, known to her loved ones as Marie, peacefully passed away on July 5, 2023, in Winston Salem, NC, at the age of 79. She was born on December 1, 1943, in Hurt, VA, to her late parents, Henry Wilson Dawson and Annie Elizabeth Watson Dawson.

Marie will fondly be remembered for her passion for giving to others,...

Larry Charles Howell

Larry Charles Howell

Jul 5, 2023

 

On Wednesday, July 5, 2023, Larry Charles Howell peacefully passed away, surrounded by family, as he was called home by the Lord. He was born January 13, 1944, in Roanoke, Virginia to Eugene and Juanita Howell. Larry proudly served in the United States Air Force. The Air Force afforded him the opportunity through education, to pursue an aviation career...

Charles Aaron Phillips

Charles Aaron Phillips

Jul 4, 2023

Mr. Charles Aaron Phillips, 37, passed away Tuesday July 4, 2023. He was born March 30, 1986, in Jacksonville Florida to Ricky Lee Phillips and the late Pamela Elliott Phillips. Charles loved to cook and worked as an assistant chief for Wake Forest. He enjoyed playing dominos, spending time with his children and was known as a friend who was...

Donald "Scott" Spann

Donald "Scott" Spann

Jul 4, 2023

Mr. Donald “Scott” Spann, 59, passed away Tuesday July 4, 2023. He was born August 28, 1963 to Donna Rea Cooke, and the late Donald James Spann in Forsyth County. Scott loved riding motorcycles, boating and most opportunities to be outside. He was also a friend to all who knew him volunteering his time to NA, AA, and helping with...

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