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Virginia Mae Miller Reavis

Virginia Mae Miller Reavis

Jan 28, 2024

Yadkinville – Virginia Mae Miller Reavis, 90, passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024.  She was born August 25, 1933 in Yadkin County to the late James Anderson Miller, Sr. and Georgie Baity Miller.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Reavis; sister, Margerat Bates; brothers, James “Bud” Miller, Jr., David Lee Miller....

Barbara Ann Pilley Taylor

Barbara Ann Pilley Taylor

Jan 27, 2024

Yadkinville – Barbara Ann Pilley Taylor, 80, passed away January 27, 2024.  She was born August 11, 1943 to the late James and Leola Chapman Pilley.  Barbara retired from the Town of Lunenburg where she was the secretary for the Department of Public Works.  She loved her kids and was very proud to be their mother.   She loved her...

Jeanie Jennings Walker

Jeanie Jennings Walker

Jan 26, 2024

On Friday, January 26th, our Savior and many beloved saints rejoiced to welcome Jeanie Marie Jennings Walker to her eternal home. Born on Sunday, May 11th, 1941 in Wilkes County, NC, Jeanie was a Mother’s Day gift to her parents, Reverand James E. Jennings and Velma Hill Kennedy Jennings. She was a loving and devoted daughter, sister, niece, and cousin...

Dellaphine Carter Key

Dellaphine Carter Key

Jan 24, 2024

Dellaphine Carter Key

March 16, 1940 - January 24, 2024

Jonesville - Dellaphine Carter Key, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Friend, and Wife passed peacefully January 24, 2024. She was 83 and was preceded in passing by her inseparable soulmate and husband, Billy Autie Key after sharing 64 wonderful years of marriage together.  Dellaphine and Billy were on the go every...

Kathy Reece Holbrook

Kathy Reece Holbrook

Jan 24, 2024

Kathy Reece Holbrook, 68, passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 24, 2024. She was born March 10, 1955 in Forsyth County to the late John Weldon Reece, Jr. and Betty Fulp Reece.  Kathy retired from Reynolds American with 39 years of service. She was a faithful member of New Friendship Baptist Church where she was very involved in many aspects of...

Sandra Williams Collins

Sandra Williams Collins

Jan 22, 2024

Ms. Sandra Deloris Williams Collins, 66, passed away Monday, January 22, 2024. She was born December 20, 1957 in Yadkin County to William “Bill” Williams and Sylvia Jean Cline Williams. Ms. Collins was preceded in death by her father. Sandra enjoyed traveling, and journaling. She loved going to the beach, raising her garden, and her greatest joy was spending time...

Gilda Marie Reynolds Martin

Gilda Marie Reynolds Martin

Jan 22, 2024

Mrs. Gilda Marie Reynolds Martin, 77, passed away on January 22, 2024. She was born in Davie County on July 24, 1946 to the late Robert Jordan Reynolds and Sadie Katherine Revels Reynolds. Gilda enjoyed farming, riding motorcycles, and camping. She especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

In addition to her parents, Gilda is preceded in death by...

Brenda Fox Houston

Brenda Fox Houston

Jan 21, 2024

Mrs. Brenda Fox Houston of East Bend, 80, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024. She was born October 8, 1943 in Pocahontas, Virginia to the late Andy and Danie Alice Baldwin Fox. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Robert Houston Sr.; a son, Harry Houston Jr.; her siblings, William James Fox, Lovey...

James "Allen" Turner

James "Allen" Turner

Jan 21, 2024

Mr. James “Allen” Turner, 78, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. He was born on May 18, 1945 to Melvin and Ola Turner. Allen was a member of Fall Creek Baptist Church for over 50 years. He faithfully drove a church van for 45 years. Allen enjoyed the many church bus trips he and his wife, Judy went on....

James Grady Wiles

James Grady Wiles

Jan 19, 2024

Yadkinville – James Grady Wiles, 83, passed away Friday, January 19, 2024.  He was born November 1, 1940 in Yadkin County to the late Bynum and Pearl Doss Wiles.   Grady retired from Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation after 43 years of service and then worked for Wiles Landscaping for 20 years following retirement.  In addition to his parents, he was also...

Wesley Clifford Winters, Jr.

Wesley Clifford Winters, Jr.

Jan 17, 2024

Mr. Wesley Clifford Winters, Jr., 73, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2024. He was born on October 17, 1950 in Surry County to the late Wesley Clifford Winters, Sr., and Margaret Vestal Winters. Wesley enjoyed collecting antique items and baseball cards. He also loved riding down backroads, as well as going to the beach and to the mountains. He...

Paul Barry Davis

Paul Barry Davis

Jan 17, 2024

Mr. Paul Barry Davis, 65, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. He was born in Forsyth County on August 14, 1958 to Thomas Moody Davis, Sr. and Dollie Mae Davis. Paul graduated from Forbush High School. He was a member of Mt. Bethel Baptist Church. Paul was an avid sports fan. He especially loved playing golf, and watching...

Charles H. Potts

Charles H. Potts

Jan 15, 2024

 

Charles H. Potts, 69, of Yadkinville, NC.  - It is with great sadness, the family announces that Charles went to be with the Lord, on Monday morning January 15, 2024.  He was surrounded by his family and friends at the time of his passing.

Charles was born on March 5, 1954 in Forsyth County, North Carolina to Charlie and Maggie Potts....

Velinda "Linda" Dade Walker Chambers

Velinda "Linda" Dade Walker Chambers

Jan 15, 2024

 

Ronda – Velinda “Linda” Dade Walker Chambers, 83, passed away Monday, January 15, 2024.  She was born February 25, 1940 in Wilkes County to the late Samuel Wade Walker and Ina Welborn Walker.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her granddaughter, Regan Wells; sister, Ella Mae Gregory.  She is survived by her husband,...

Ricky Allen Clendenen

Ricky Allen Clendenen

Jan 15, 2024

 

Hamptonville – Ricky Allen Clendenen, 70, passed away Monday, January 15, 2024.  He was born October 14, 1953 in Kanawha County in West Virginia to the late Charles Burton Clendenen and Patricia Cooney Clendenen.  He is survived by his wife, Teresa Gail Rucker Clendenen; children, Allan (Shari) Rucker, Eric (Susan) Clendenen, Wendy Clendenen; grandchildren, Chloe Rucker, Cyrus Luffman, Ashton...

Peggy Christy Padgett

Peggy Christy Padgett

Jan 13, 2024

Peggy Elizabeth Knight Christy Padgett, 55, of Hamptonville, passed away on January 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 24, 1968, in Greensboro, NC to her parents Pete Knight and Geneva Martinez Bourgeois. Peggy was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, and Nonnie. To friends, Peggy always made sure everybody felt part of the family,...

Allen Gray Wooten

Allen Gray Wooten

Jan 13, 2024

Wooten East Bend – Mr. Allen G. Wooten, 92, of Forbush Road passed away peacefully Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born June 1, 1931 in Yadkin County to the late Edgar and Myrtle Hutchens Wooten. Mr. Wooten retired with over 22 years of service as custodian at Forbush High School. He was a faithful life...

Linda Lane Hobson

Linda Lane Hobson

Jan 13, 2024

Hobson East Bend - Mrs. Linda Leigh Lane Hobson, 72, passed away peacefully Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born March 1, 1951 in Kingsport, TN to James “Jack” and Wilma Mullins Lane. She moved to Stanleyville, NC at an early age and started working with R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company for several years, and later with...

Charles Avery Haynes

Charles Avery Haynes

Jan 12, 2024

Mr. Charles Avery Haynes passed away peacefully in his home on January 12, 2024. Charles was born, February 13, 1944 to Leonard Lee & Wiggins Ireland Haynes. He graduated from Davie County High School in 1962. He married Alma Caudle, and they made their home in Lone Hickory. Charles was a dedicated family man and a faithful member of Sandy...

Kinney and Kaylinn Cave

Kinney and Kaylinn Cave

Jan 11, 2024

 

John Kincaid “Kinney” Cave, 46, and his daughter, Miss Kaylinn Ann Cave, 12,

both passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024.

 

Kinney was born December 30, 1977 in Yadkin County to the late James Edgar

and Kay Cave Hodge. He attended Forbush High School and worked for several

years at Unifi, Inc. of Yadkinville. He loved the outdoors and...

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