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Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.
Charles Franklin McKenzie
Nov 13, 2024
Mr. Charles Franklin McKenzie, 78, of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away at Wake Forest Baptist Health on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Mr. McKenzie was born in Forsyth County on October 31, 1946, to the late Mr. Benjamin Franklin McKenzie and Suzanne Davis McKenzie Upson. He worked as an engineer for AT&T for many years until retirement. Charles made the ultimate sacrifice...
Kathleen "Kathy" Spain
Nov 12, 2024
Kathleen (Kathy) Robinson Spain, aged 72, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, in Winston-Salem, NC, surrounded by loved ones. Born on August 14, 1952, in Shelby, OH and moved to North Carolina in 1964 where she built a fulfilling life centered around her family, friends, and the organizations she served in.
Kathy graduated from Ben L. Smith High School and...
Barbara Puckett Hardison
Nov 10, 2024
Ms. Barbara Puckett Hardison, 90, of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Forsyth Medical Center. In honor of Ms. Hardison’s wishes, there will be no formal visitation. A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm, Monday, November 18, 2024, at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel is respectfully serving the family of Ms. Hardison.
Billy Eugene Shuford
Nov 10, 2024
Billy Eugene “Gene” Shuford, 97, died peacefully at his home on November 10, 2024.
Born on January 29, 1927 in the western North Carolina town of Barnardsville (north of Asheville), he was the oldest of five children born to Molt and Avie Shuford. From an early age, Gene grew up surrounded by fine craftsmanship: his mother was a gifted seamstress, and...
Margaret "Ann" Ring Matthews
Nov 10, 2024
Mrs. Margaret “Ann” Ring Matthews, 76, went home to be with her Savior on Sunday, November 10, 2024. She was born on August 11, 1948, in Forsyth County, NC to Frank Payne and Lillian James Ring. Ann loved the Lord and was a faithful member of Smith Grove Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time outdoors and gardening. She also loved...
Carole Joyce Padgett Bull
Nov 10, 2024
Mrs. Carole Joyce Padgett Bull, 82, of Clemmons, NC, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Trinity Elms, surrounded by her family.
Carole was born on January 26, 1942, to the late Glenn Padgett and Edith Häas Padgett in Knoxville, Tennessee.
She attended R.J. Reynolds High School and graduated from Brevard Junior College and the Massachusetts Sales Management Institute. Carole...
Ronald Lee Huffman
Nov 10, 2024
Mr. Ronald Lee Huffman, 77, passed away on Sunday November 10, 2024, at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born on July 11, 1947, to the late Joseph Burton and Mary Hemmings Huffman in Forsyth County, NC.
Ronald greatly enjoyed fishing. He was a loving grandfather to his granddaughter Alyssa.
Along with his parents, Ronald is preceded in death by his loving wife...
Jerry Leon Smith
Nov 10, 2024
Jerry Leon Smith, 83, of Winston-Salem, passed away November 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by family.
Mr. Smith was born April 23, 1941, in Forsyth County, to Lloyd Morgan Smith and Alma Grace Petty Smith. Jerry retired after 37 years of service at R.J. Reynolds. Throughout his life, he worked at Smith Lakes, a family owned fish pond. In addition...
Christopher Kevin Haymore
Nov 9, 2024
Christopher Kevin Haymore, 63, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully at his home on November 9, 2024. Chris was born on March 14, 1961, to Lynda Hale Haymore and Roger Gray Haymore in Surry County. He graduated from East Carolina University, but he bled Carolina Blue. His love of Carolina Basketball ran so deep, he never left the house without wearing...
JoAnne M. Cota
Nov 9, 2024
Joanne M. Cota, 99, of Advance, NC passed away on November 9, 2024. She was born July 26, 1925 in Peacham, Vermont. Joanne was the devoted daughter of the late Yutaka Minakuchi and the late Nellie Cook. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her infant grandson, Joseph Dodwell Fortune...
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...
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.
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