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Glenn Monroe Collins

Glenn Monroe Collins

Nov 26, 2024

Mr. Glenn Monroe Collins, 90, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. He was born in Wilkes County on May 17, 1934 to Calvin Collins and Novella Money Collins. Glenn was a member of Cool Springs Baptist Church. He enjoyed hanging out at John Boy’s, surf fishing, and working with metal. Glenn loved spending time with his family and great...

"JC" John Cecil McEwen

"JC" John Cecil McEwen

Nov 26, 2024

Mr. John Cecil “J.C.” McEwen, 93, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024. He was born October 3, 1931 to the late Stanley Steelman McEwen and Mary Lena Trivette McEwen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline Messer McEwen; siblings, Sherlie (Harold) Renegar, Mattie (Alton) Renegar, Russel McEwen, Mary (Johnny) Hobson, Jesse (Arvesta) McEwen....

Tommy Lee Perkins

Tommy Lee Perkins

Nov 26, 2024

Mr. Tommy Lee Perkins, 85, passed away on November 26, 2024. He was born on October 8, 1939 in Forsyth County to the late Thomas Walter and Jamie Smitherman Perkins. Tommy was active in the United Methodist Church for years where a main highlight of his was going on a mission trip to Haiti in the late 70s. Tommy served...

Ricky Dean Cave

Ricky Dean Cave

Nov 24, 2024

Mr. Ricky Dean Cave, 65 of East Bend, passed away peacefully at home, Sunday, November 24, 2024. He was a devoted husband to Michele Cave and a loving father to Randy Cave. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bobby Joe Cave and Betty Lou Hardy Cave. He is survived by his brothers, Bill Cave (Cody), Tim Cave (Amy),...

Christina Block Craft

Christina Block Craft

Nov 24, 2024

Mrs. Christina Katie Block Craft, 102, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2024. She was born August 28, 1922 in Jasper, Missouri to the late Udo and Flora Block. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Craft; a granddaughter, Christina Clark; her siblings, Irene, Irvin, Kenneth, Teddy, and Cecil. Mrs. Craft enjoyed quilting in...

Fairene Hayes Rannells

Fairene Hayes Rannells

Nov 23, 2024

Fairene Hayes Rannells, 81, passed away on November 23, 2024. She was born on August 2, 1943 in Yadkin County to the late Robert Garvey and Mae Greer Hayes. Fairene loved her dogs Harley, Benji, and Sassy.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son, Jerry Keith Kimmer; and a daughter-in-law, Jeanine Kimmer. Fairene is survived...

Margaret "Lois" Holcomb Williams

Margaret "Lois" Holcomb Williams

Nov 23, 2024

Yadkinville – Lois Holcomb Williams, 87, went to join the heavens and her Lord on the 23rd day of November. Lois was born on January 17, 1937, to Governor Bickett and Mary Ruth Hutchens Holcomb. She grew up in the Center community. Lois was a devout member of the Yadkinville United Methodist Church, where she served as Treasurer for over...

Naomi Carolyn Simmons Thompson

Naomi Carolyn Simmons Thompson

Nov 22, 2024

Naomi Carolyn Simmons Thompson, 90, passed away Friday November 22, 2024. She was born December 17, 1933 in Yadkin County to the late George Dewey Simmons and Lula Luffman Simmons. She loved to watch the Jimmy Swagart Show, and she loved doing crafts. Mrs. Thompson was retired from R J Reynolds as an Accountant. She was preceded in death by...

Pattie Grace Cranfill Haire

Pattie Grace Cranfill Haire

Nov 21, 2024

Pattie Grace Cranfill Haire, 90, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024. She was born June 6, 1934 in Yadkin County to the late Earle Lee Cranfill and Grace Casstevens Cranfill. She was owner of Pattie’s Salon of Beauty for 45 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Daniel Marshall Haire; her brother Kent Cranfill; special K-9...

Eric Hugh Willard

Eric Hugh Willard

Nov 21, 2024

Boonville – Eric Hugh Willard, 56, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2024. He was born July 4, 1968 in Yadkin County. Eric was an auto-mechanic and he also worked for Kontoor Brands in Mocksville. He was preceded in death by his father, Foy Grady Willard. He is survived by his mother, Janice Pendry Willard; sister, Marsha (Wesley) Caudle; girlfriend, Tina...

Polly May Hoots Shore

Polly May Hoots Shore

Nov 21, 2024

Mrs. Polly May Hoots Shore, 78, passed away on November 21, 2024. She was born in Yadkin County on August 2, 1946 to the late Samuel Jason Hoots and Maxine Reavis Hoots. Polly was a faithful member of South Oak Ridge Baptist Church for many years. She loved spending time with her dog, Bishop, and her late husband of 52...

Patsy Gale Patterson Burch

Patsy Gale Patterson Burch

Nov 18, 2024

Jonesville - The Lord called home His precious angel, Patsy Gale Patterson Stokes Burch, on November 18, 2024, at the age of 79. Patsy was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend who left a legacy of faith, kindness, and selfless service. 

Patsy was born to Alvin “Pat” Patterson and Naomi Long Patterson, both of whom preceded her in death. She was...

Teresa Ann Baxter

Teresa Ann Baxter

Nov 18, 2024

East Bend – Teresa Ann Baxter, 61, passed away Monday, November 18, 2024. She was born January 15, 1963 to the late Ralph Clinton Baxter and Martha Thomas Baxter. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brothers, Donald Baxter and Randy Baxter. She is survived by her children, Craig (Samantha) Baxter, Sevin (Kaitlyn) Poff,...

Adam G. Ashley

Adam G. Ashley

Nov 18, 2024

Mr. Adam G. Ashley, 45, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 18, 2024. He was born in Forsyth County on January 22, 1979 to Tommy and Betsy Ashley. Adam graduated from Forbush High School. He enjoyed playing golf and playing pool. Adam always had a big smile on his face. He was so loved and will be deeply missed by...

Patricia "Pat" Holley Wood

Patricia "Pat" Holley Wood

Nov 17, 2024

Wood

East Bend - Patricia “Pat” Holley wood, 82, of East Bend was called to be with Her Lord on Sunday, November 17, 2024. Pat retired as an administrative assistant from Jostens Publishing after many years. She was preceded in death by her parents James and Lorene Rakes Holley, and her oldest son, Noel Jackson Wood, Jr. She leaves behind her...

Robert "Bob" McHenry

Robert "Bob" McHenry

Nov 15, 2024

On Friday morning, November 15, 2024, Robert “Bob” McHenry passed away peacefully at his home in Boonville, North Carolina, his wife Sylvia by his side. Bob was born January 31, 1946, in Tioga County, PA, to the late Robert S. and Betty Jean (Cole) McHenry. He graduated from Wellsboro High School and soon after enlisted in the Marines, serving in...

Peggy Lou Davis

Peggy Lou Davis

Nov 15, 2024

Ms. Peggy Lou Davis, 83, passed away after a brief illness, Friday, November 15, 2024. She was born December 23, 1940 in Yadkin County to the late John Claywell Davis Sr., and Vera Lineberry Davis. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Barbara Starling, and Kathy Thomas; and a niece, Tabitha Kavalew. Peggy loved...

Margaret Prim Shore

Margaret Prim Shore

Nov 15, 2024

Shore

Mrs. Margaret Millie Prim Shore, 84, passed away Friday November 15, 2024 at Hugh Chatham Nursing Center. She was born January 20, 1940 in Yadkin County to the late Lloyd Houston and Laura Hazel Miller Prim. Mrs. Shore retired with several years of service as a rural mail carrier with the U.S. Postal Service. She was also an active member...

Dorothy Byrd Shermer

Dorothy Byrd Shermer

Nov 13, 2024

Mrs. Dorothy Helen Byrd Shermer, 80, passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024. She was born July 1, 1944 in Surry County to the late John Preston Byrd and Hazel Settle Byrd. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Betty Cudd; brothers, Jerry Byrd, and David Byrd; and a granddaughter, Alicia Shermer. Mrs. Shermer graduated...

James "Wayne" Hayes

James "Wayne" Hayes

Nov 13, 2024

James “Wayne” Hayes of Boonville, NC passed away on November 13, 2024, unexpectedly. He was born on March 25, 1939, to the late John Columbus and Freida Swaim Hayes. He went to Boonville High School. He was married to Phyllis Gail Suddreth in 1968 until her death in May 2001. Surviving children are James Wayne Hayes II (Boonville, NC); Brandon...

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