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Chasey Pardue Messick

Chasey Pardue Messick

Dec 2, 2023

YADKINVILLE - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Mrs. Chasey Pardue Messick, 43, of Longtown Road, on December 2, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center. Born on September 21, 1980, in Surry County, to Teddy and Lynn Hatcher Pardue,  Chasey brought warmth, love, and grace to everyone she encountered.

Chasey's vibrant spirit and passion for...

Cassie Riffe Sizemore

Cassie Riffe Sizemore

Dec 2, 2023

Mrs. Cassie Riffe Sizemore, 71, passed away, Saturday, December 2, 2023. She was born February 6, 1952 in McDowell County, WV to the late Issac Ed Riffe and Alberta Howard Riffe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Lotta Mae Riffe, Lola Jean Riffe Mullis, Irene Frances Riffe, Kathleen Riffe Stanley; brothers, Jack Harvey...

John Curtis Stewart

John Curtis Stewart

Dec 2, 2023

Stewart EAST BEND – Mr. John Curtis Stewart, 43, went to be with the Lord after fighting a long battle of sickness and pain. He was born December 28, 1979 in Forsyth County to Curtis R. Stewart and Roslyn “Rose” Dowell Stewart. He was preceded in death by his father, Curtis R. Stewart in July of 2016. Surviving are his...

Kathy K Norman

Kathy K Norman

Dec 2, 2023

Ms. Kathy K Norman, 66, passed away, Saturday, December 2, 2023. She was born April 1, 1957 in Tarpon Springs, Florida to the late “Bill”William Howard Norman and “Jo” Josephine Corham Norman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Hobart Norman, Jr. Corbett, and a sister, Elmaria Mangum. She is survived by her 3...

Mary Lee Weatherman Casstevens

Mary Lee Weatherman Casstevens

Nov 30, 2023

Casstevens

BOONVILLE -   Mrs. Mary Lee Weatherman Casstevens, 96, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 30, 2023.  She was born February 2, 1927 in Yadkin County to the late Elsie and Daisy Wagoner Weatherman.  Mrs. Casstevens was a member of Center United Methodist Church and attended Mitchell’s Chapel United Methodist Church for several years with her husband.  In addition to her...

Maxine Ross Bivins

Maxine Ross Bivins

Nov 28, 2023

Mrs. Maxine Ross Bivins, 88, passed away, Tuesday, November 28, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 2, 1935 to the late Paul and Ida Bell Ross. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband Joe Gwyn Bivins; brothers, Robert Ross, and Jack Ross. She is survived...

Keith Gray Hutchens

Keith Gray Hutchens

Nov 28, 2023

Mr. Keith Gray Hutchens, 53, passed away on November 28, 2023. He was born in Yadkin County to Roger Paul Hutchens and Mattie Creed Hutchens on January 25, 1970. Keith was a big fan of NASCAR and especially liked Richard Petty and the Earnhardts. Keith is preceded in death by a nephew, Justin Ross Sale; and a brother-in-law, Charles Sale....

Jerry G. Renegar

Jerry G. Renegar

Nov 26, 2023

East Bend - Jerry G. Renegar, 84, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2023 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. He was born June 17, 1939 in Yadkin County to the late Howard and Pearl Renegar. Jerry retired from D.D. Bean and Sons in Winston-Salem. He was a member of Richmond Hill Baptist Church. He was a well-known dirt track racer...

Dana Watts Dalton

Dana Watts Dalton

Nov 26, 2023

Ms. Dana Watts Dalton, 46, passed away after a brief illness, Sunday, November 26, 2023. She was born June 3, 1977 in Raleigh County, West Virginia to the late Luther McCracken and Phyllis Cook. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Luke Watts. Ms. Dalton enjoyed roller skating, working at Divine Llama Vineyard, and...

Era Mae Ashley Vestal

Era Mae Ashley Vestal

Nov 25, 2023

Jonesville – Era Mae Ashley Vestal, 93, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023.  She was born May 11, 1930 to the late Sanford Ashley and Rose Hutchens Ashley.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Troy Edward Vestal; children, Tony Vestal, Ricky Vestal, Debbie McGee, Belinda Vestal; grandson, Brock Vestal; and several brothers...

David Franklin Matthews

David Franklin Matthews

Nov 23, 2023

Mr. David Franklin Matthews, 63, passed away on November 23, 2023. He was born in Yadkin County to Franklin Aldean Matthews and Lillie Mae Brown. In his free time, David would watch John Wayne westerns. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by a sister, Annette Dawn Sapp; and grandparents, Rosie Brown and Mannie & Bell Matthews....

Patricia Joanne Frye Moser

Patricia Joanne Frye Moser

Nov 21, 2023

Patricia Joanne Frye Moser, 61, passed away on Tuesday November 21, 2023. She was born May 6, 1962 in Yadkin County to Robert Benbow Frye and Mary Blanche Bean Frye. Mrs. Moser served many children at the Forbush High School Cafeteria. She was preceded in death by her father Robert Benbow Frye; a son Joey Moser. Surviving are her husband...

James "Jim" Hartley Blankley, Jr.

James "Jim" Hartley Blankley, Jr.

Nov 21, 2023

James “Jim” Hartley Blankley, Jr., 70, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at the SECU Mountain Valley Hospice House in Yadkinville.

Jim was born January 20, 1953 in Biloxi, Mississippi to the late James Hartley Blankley, Sr. and Ann Goins Blankley who were both in the military.

Throughout his lifetime Jim worked at several different...

Bobbie Jane Collins

Bobbie Jane Collins

Nov 21, 2023

Yadkinville - Ms. Bobbie Jane Collins, 82, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 21, 2023, after a long illness. Bobbie was born on December 16, 1940 to Robert Nelson and Gertie Flynn Collins.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Rosie Lee (Verne) Warden, Jehnie Vee (John)...

Rev. Richard Clayton Lenderman

Rev. Richard Clayton Lenderman

Nov 21, 2023

Rev. Richard Clayton Lenderman of Kernersville N.C., passed into the presence of his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, on November 21, 2023. Richard was born on August 20, 1949, in LaGrange, Georgia, and graduated from East Forsyth High School in Kernersville, N.C.  On July 18, 1967, he accepted Christ as his personal Saviour. After serving proudly in the United States...

Jean Chappell Ashburn

Jean Chappell Ashburn

Nov 21, 2023

Ashburn

Hamptonville – Mrs. Norma Jean Chappell Ashburn, 92, of US Highway 21 passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at the home of her granddaughter, surrounded by her loving family.  Mrs. Ashburn was born July 4, 1931 in Yadkin County to the late Thurmond and Lula Groce Chappell.  Mrs. Ashburn was a graduate of West Yadkin High School and...

Sandi Michelle Harris

Sandi Michelle Harris

Nov 19, 2023

Hamptonville – Sandi Michelle Harris, 39, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023.  She was born January 13, 1984 in Forsyth County.  Survived by her daughter, Laken Nicole Spears; mother, Frankie Dean Brewer; father, Don Alfred Harris, Jr.; sisters, Jennifer (Wayne) Barker and Brandi (David) Mahan.  Her funeral service will be held 2:00 PM Friday, November 24, 2023 at Wilkes Faith...

Donald Ray Jester

Donald Ray Jester

Nov 17, 2023

Jester

East Bend – Mr. Donald Ray Jester, 67, of Friendship Circle passed away peacefully Friday, November 17, 2023 at his home.  He was born December 30, 1955 in Forsyth County to the late James and Elsie Mae Davis Jester.  Mr. Jester was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  He loved his grandchildren above everything, and loved watching them race...

Larry Redmon Williard

Larry Redmon Williard

Nov 17, 2023

Mr. Larry Redmon Williard, 89, passed away November 17, 2023. Mr. Williard was born June 22, 1934 in Yadkin County to the late Harmon and Hattie Williard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a loving son, best buddy and fishing partner, Larry R. Williard II, and a daughter, Diane Pettit. Left to cherish his memory...

Benny Lee Pendry

Benny Lee Pendry

Nov 16, 2023

Pendry

East Bend -  Mr. Benny Lee Pendry, 87, of Smithtown Road passed away peacefully Thursday, November 16, 2023 at the SECU Hospice Care Center of Yadkin, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born March 25, 1936 in Yadkin County to the late James Montgomery “JM” and Martha Lovenia Williard Pendry.  Mr. Pendry was a retired truck driver and...

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