Obituaries
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John Thomas(Tommy) Trivette
Viet Nam Veteran
PFC John Thomas Trivette, Vietnam Veteran
November 12, 1943-May 23, 1967
November 12, 1943-May 23, 1967
Private First Class John Thomas Trivette was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army Selective Service and a Draftee, PFC Trivette served our country until May 23rd, 1967 in Quang Ngai, South Vietnam. He was 23 years old and was not married. It was reported that John died from small arms fire or grenade. His body was recovered. John was born on November 12th, 1943 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. PFC Trivette is on panel 20E, line 093 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C. He served our country for one year.
As a member of 2nd Plt, Charlie Company, 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Brigade, PFC Trivette gave his all defending bunker 1, his fellow soldiers, and the people of Van Tuong. Arnold Huskins, rebeleye@aol.com, An interested fellow Tarheel.
PFC John Thomas Trivette. It is with love and a real sense of pride that I write this to honor my deceased brother. He was a wonderful brother – who sometimes aggravated me, his older sister to tears. Tom was only 23 when he was deployed to Vietnam to fight in that unpopular war. He only lived five weeks after this assignment and died in May, 1967. Thank you, Tom, for giving the ultimate sacrifice so that the rest of us can enjoy our freedoms in America today. From his sister, Nancy Trivette Martin
As a member of 2nd Plt, Charlie Company, 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Brigade, PFC Trivette gave his all defending bunker 1, his fellow soldiers, and the people of Van Tuong. Arnold Huskins, rebeleye@aol.com, An interested fellow Tarheel.
PFC John Thomas Trivette. It is with love and a real sense of pride that I write this to honor my deceased brother. He was a wonderful brother – who sometimes aggravated me, his older sister to tears. Tom was only 23 when he was deployed to Vietnam to fight in that unpopular war. He only lived five weeks after this assignment and died in May, 1967. Thank you, Tom, for giving the ultimate sacrifice so that the rest of us can enjoy our freedoms in America today. From his sister, Nancy Trivette Martin
Tommy Trivette was a gentle person with a warm and friendly smile. We grew up together and attended high school and church in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was a very giving person who would do anything he could for his friends. I am sure he was doing just that when he gave his life for his country. Tommy, I took a picture of your name on the wall and gave it to your father. He and your mother were very proud of you, as we all are. We miss you but know that you are in a better place, resting in God's arms. Rest in peace my friend. Dominus vobiscum, Bill Christy.
He was the son of Mr and Mrs Howard V Trivette, 801 Bellview Street, Winston-Salem, NC.
He served with 2nd Platoon, Charlie Company, 4th Battalion, 31st Infantry Brigade, 196th Light Infantry Brigade, USARV. He was awarded the Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, the Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The National Defense Service Medal.
Alex Alspaugh Spach
1944-2023
Alexander Alspaugh Spach, II, of Winston-Salem passed away peacefully after a long illness on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born July 8, 1944, in Forsyth County to the late Alexander and Nora Smith Spach. Mr. Spach graduated from Reynolds High School in 1963, where he played football and baseball. He was a member of the National Guard. Mr. Spach retired after more than 30 years in the food warehouse business, having worked at J.G. Messick and Fisher Wholesale Meats. He was a lifelong Moravian and had been an active member of both Trinity Moravian Church and Ardmore Moravian Church. Mr. Spach was a proud member of Al-Anon. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Mark Spach.
Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Jo Spach of the home; daughter, Sarah Spach Phillips of Lexington; son, Will Spach (Tina) of Winston-Salem; and his grandchildren, Sam Spach and Anna Spach. He is also survived by many additional beloved family and friends.
A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Salem Moravian Graveyard. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made in Mr. Spach's honor to an organization of their choice. Online condolences may be made online at www.salemfh.com.
Turner, Edward Lawrence
June 19, 1945 - April 19, 2023
Mr. Edward Lawrence Turner, 77, of Winston-Salem passed away Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Ed was born in Winston-Salem to the late William Henry Turner and Martha Rebecca Taylor Turner on June 19, 1945. Ed graduated from R. J. Reynolds High School in 1963 and attended High Point College. He worked in the vending and food service business his entire career. In his younger life, he was active in the Winston-Salem Jaycees and was awarded life membership. After retirement, he became an avid bridge player achieving the level of Ruby Life Master. Ed was an enthusiastic sports fan and a major supporter of Wake Forest University, especially the basketball team. Along with his parents, Ed was preceded in death by his sister, Sarah Turner. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Ellen Turner; son, Kenneth (Brenda) Turner; daughter, Sherri (Kim) Clark; and grandchildren Arron and Ally Turner, Ellary and Merritt Clark. A Requiem Mass will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 6, 2023, at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church with Father Steve Rice officiating. In lieu of flowers, it is asked that donations be made in his name to the Forsyth Humane Society, 4881 Country Club Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104 or St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 2575 Parkway Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. Online condolences may be sent to www.hayworth-miller.com.
Thomas William Dahlen
May 8, 1945-February 20, 2023
He was born May 8, 1945 in Forsyth County, NC to the late Tallulah Snow Dahlen and Alver Dahlen. Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Alex Dahlen; grandchildren Kaylie, EJ and Julianna; sister, Louise Tillotson; nieces, Wendy and Ann and a nephew, Rodney. Thomas spent many years as a member of the Winston-Salem Police Department and spent his later life on the farm he loved in Ararat, NC. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to the Alzheimer's Association or the Winson-Salem Police Foundation.
May 8, 1945-February 20, 2023
He was born May 8, 1945 in Forsyth County, NC to the late Tallulah Snow Dahlen and Alver Dahlen. Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Alex Dahlen; grandchildren Kaylie, EJ and Julianna; sister, Louise Tillotson; nieces, Wendy and Ann and a nephew, Rodney. Thomas spent many years as a member of the Winston-Salem Police Department and spent his later life on the farm he loved in Ararat, NC. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to the Alzheimer's Association or the Winson-Salem Police Foundation.
1945-2022
Beach, Roberta Kay
September 19,1945 - May 28, 2022
Dr. Roberta Kay Beach of Denver, CO died at home after a long battle with complications from multiple sclerosis.
"Robin" was born in Long Beach, California on August 19, 1945 to Robert and Margaret Beach. She later moved with her family to Washington DC and Winston Salem NC. She graduated from Reynolds High school, where she excelled on debate teams and won a National merit scholarship. She attended Duke University, and Duke Medical School where she edited the medical school newsletter. She attended University of California at Berkeley for her Masters of Public Health degree. Robin moved to Denver CO, then Boulder CO and back to Denver where she stayed until her death. Her work as a pediatrician and as a specialist in adolescent medicine and teen sex education, brought her many local and national awards and recognition. She co-authored chapters in several medical publications. She was married to Marvin Oderberg and that marriage ended with no children. She remained close to Marvin's extended family all her life. Nate Oderberg, her brother-in-law, was an especially good friend in later years. Her home health care providers gave her peace and comfort in her last three years. She was predeceased by her parents and older sister, Linda Bradford. She is survived by her sister Beverly Reiner, her brother Kevin Beach, nephews Michael Williams, Robert Bradford Jr, niece Kendall Grace Beach and several great nephews and nieces.
Published by Denver Post on Jun. 5, 2022.
William (Bill) Clark Wallin
1944-2022
William (Bill) Clark Wallin, Jr. passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Atrium Health in Pineville after a brief illness. He was born in Columbus Ohio September 17, 1944, to the late Elizabeth and William Clark Wallin, Sr.
He attended school in Winston-Salem and Riverside Military Academy and served four years in the U.S. Air Force, serving a tour in Vietnam. He graduated from Western Carolina University with a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in engineering. Bill worked as an independent sales representative for Texas Refinery Corporation in Fort Worth, Texas until retiring.
He was a member of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church and served in previous congregations as a Lay Eucharistic minister. He was a member of Andrew Jackson Masonic Lodge #576, a member of the Winston Salem Scottish Rite Valley where he was a 32nd degree Knight Commander Court of Honor and a member of OASIS Shrine in Charlotte. He was a member of the DAV and AmVets. He was also the NC Society of Engineers.
Left to cherish his memory is life partner Zandra Harrison Spencer, daughter, Courtney Wallin Poole and husband John Rawlings Poole, three grandchildren, David Rawlings Poole II, Henry Ellis Poole, Tara Ellen Poole and sister Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Wallin Hoey.
Service: The service will be graveside at the National Cemetery off Statesville Blvd at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 1. Father Rick Williams and Dr. Randy Kirby officiating. There will be Masonic rites and military honors.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Masonic Home for Children, 600 College St., Oxford NC 27565 or charity of choice.
Summersett Funeral Home is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com
Harolyn Gwynn Johnson
1945-2020
Harolyn Gwynn Houston Johnson, 75, of York, SC, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020. A celebration of life service will be held between 2:00 and 5:00pm on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Clevedale Historic Inn and Gardens, 1050 Willis Rd. Spartanburg, SC 29301. Harolyn was born on June 27, 1945 in Hickory, NC. She was the daughter of the late Harold Stewart Houston and Helen Mace Houston. She was a member of Holy Communion Lutheran Church in Spartanburg, SC. Ever the adventurous soul, Harolyn loved traveling and considered it one of her favorite activities. Be it family vacations, school trips with her kids, or the Mediterranean cruise she had just recently taken, there was no place on her bucket list she hadnt made an effort to travel to. Being the highly social individual that she was, she spent an abundance of time doing Red Hatter events and spending time with her Red Hat sisters. From red hatting in ball rooms to cruises and beaches, Harolyns life was one big fulfillment of experience. She is survived by her sons, Rondal C. Johnson (Nicole Kennedy), Ryan D. Johnson (Dara Johnson), daughter, Michelle Johnson Chapman (John Chapman), sister, Marti Houston Wallace (Rob), brother, Leonard S. Houston (Kim), and grandchildren, Clay Johnson, Ben Johnson, and Owen Chapman. In addition to her parents, Harolyn was preceded in death by her husband, Harold C. Johnson. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.brattonfuneralhome.com. Bratton Funeral Home in York, SC is serving the Johnson family.
Funeral Date : 7/25/2020 12:00:00 AM
1945-2020
Harolyn Gwynn Houston Johnson, 75, of York, SC, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2020. A celebration of life service will be held between 2:00 and 5:00pm on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Clevedale Historic Inn and Gardens, 1050 Willis Rd. Spartanburg, SC 29301. Harolyn was born on June 27, 1945 in Hickory, NC. She was the daughter of the late Harold Stewart Houston and Helen Mace Houston. She was a member of Holy Communion Lutheran Church in Spartanburg, SC. Ever the adventurous soul, Harolyn loved traveling and considered it one of her favorite activities. Be it family vacations, school trips with her kids, or the Mediterranean cruise she had just recently taken, there was no place on her bucket list she hadnt made an effort to travel to. Being the highly social individual that she was, she spent an abundance of time doing Red Hatter events and spending time with her Red Hat sisters. From red hatting in ball rooms to cruises and beaches, Harolyns life was one big fulfillment of experience. She is survived by her sons, Rondal C. Johnson (Nicole Kennedy), Ryan D. Johnson (Dara Johnson), daughter, Michelle Johnson Chapman (John Chapman), sister, Marti Houston Wallace (Rob), brother, Leonard S. Houston (Kim), and grandchildren, Clay Johnson, Ben Johnson, and Owen Chapman. In addition to her parents, Harolyn was preceded in death by her husband, Harold C. Johnson. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.brattonfuneralhome.com. Bratton Funeral Home in York, SC is serving the Johnson family.
Funeral Date : 7/25/2020 12:00:00 AM
Nicholas Worth Mitchell, Jr.
March 9 1945 - November 19 2015
Nicholas Worth Mitchell, Jr., passed away peacefully on November 14th, 2015 surrounded by his family. He was born March 9th, 1945 in Winston-Salem, son of Meriel Bull Mitchell and Nicholas Worth Mitchell. Nick
graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He received is MBA from Georgia State University and a degree from Indiana University School of Financial Management. From there he had a long anddistinguished career of more than 40 years with Piedmont Federal Savings Bank. Under his leadership, Piedmont Federal grew to become the largest savings bank in NC. Nick was a third generation of Mitchells to lead the institution. During this time, he committed himself to helping customers achieve home ownership and financial security, and he devoted himself to the employees of the bank. In addition to his former positions as president, CEO, and board chairman of Piedmont Federal, Nick served as the chairman of the North Carolina Bankers Association, Director of the Home Loan Bank of Atlanta and a board member of the American Savings and Loan League. Among his community affiliations he served as a former director of The Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Winston-Salem Association, Stratford Rotary Club and Home Builders Association. His love of flying and travel displayed his spirit of adventure. Spending time with family and friends at Forsyth Country Club and playing a round of golf at Hound Ears were two of his favorite pastimes. He was deeply devoted to his family enjoying beach trips, camping trips and a classic Mitchell hobby of hunting for golf balls. Nick is survived by his loving wife Caroline Cottingham Mitchell of 45 years. Son Nicholas Worth Mitchell, III and his wife Tina in Stokesdale, NC; daughter Caroline Mitchell Poteat and her husband Landon in Asheville, NC.He was "Poppy" to his two grandsons Crayton Asbury Poteat and William Nicholas Poteat, and "Mr. Nick" to his two step-granddaughters Savannah Dunlap Coffey and husband Ryan and Sage Marie Dunlap. His beloved big sis Meriel Mitchell Gregory in Atlanta, GA; brother-in-law Colin Cottingham, and sister-in-law Jane Cottingham both in Greenville, SC; Uncle McLean Mitchell; Aunt Emily Mitchell Williamson; nephew Brooks Gregory and wife Whitney in Atlanta, GA and their daughters Eliza, Brier and Lydia Gregory; Logan, Marchant and Jack Cottingham in Greenville, SC. Those who knew Nick will remember him as a Christian Southern Gentleman. The family appreciates the caring support of Larry Boyd, Debbie Wall, Arbor Acres, Novant Health Forsyth MedicalCenter, and Trinity Elms. The memorial service will be held at Centenary United Methodist Church on Wednesday, November 18th at 2:00 p.m., with a reception to follow at Forsyth Country Club. The family requests memorials may be sent to Centenary United Methodist Church or Senior Services. Online condolences may be made through www.salemfh.com.
graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He received is MBA from Georgia State University and a degree from Indiana University School of Financial Management. From there he had a long anddistinguished career of more than 40 years with Piedmont Federal Savings Bank. Under his leadership, Piedmont Federal grew to become the largest savings bank in NC. Nick was a third generation of Mitchells to lead the institution. During this time, he committed himself to helping customers achieve home ownership and financial security, and he devoted himself to the employees of the bank. In addition to his former positions as president, CEO, and board chairman of Piedmont Federal, Nick served as the chairman of the North Carolina Bankers Association, Director of the Home Loan Bank of Atlanta and a board member of the American Savings and Loan League. Among his community affiliations he served as a former director of The Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Winston-Salem Association, Stratford Rotary Club and Home Builders Association. His love of flying and travel displayed his spirit of adventure. Spending time with family and friends at Forsyth Country Club and playing a round of golf at Hound Ears were two of his favorite pastimes. He was deeply devoted to his family enjoying beach trips, camping trips and a classic Mitchell hobby of hunting for golf balls. Nick is survived by his loving wife Caroline Cottingham Mitchell of 45 years. Son Nicholas Worth Mitchell, III and his wife Tina in Stokesdale, NC; daughter Caroline Mitchell Poteat and her husband Landon in Asheville, NC.He was "Poppy" to his two grandsons Crayton Asbury Poteat and William Nicholas Poteat, and "Mr. Nick" to his two step-granddaughters Savannah Dunlap Coffey and husband Ryan and Sage Marie Dunlap. His beloved big sis Meriel Mitchell Gregory in Atlanta, GA; brother-in-law Colin Cottingham, and sister-in-law Jane Cottingham both in Greenville, SC; Uncle McLean Mitchell; Aunt Emily Mitchell Williamson; nephew Brooks Gregory and wife Whitney in Atlanta, GA and their daughters Eliza, Brier and Lydia Gregory; Logan, Marchant and Jack Cottingham in Greenville, SC. Those who knew Nick will remember him as a Christian Southern Gentleman. The family appreciates the caring support of Larry Boyd, Debbie Wall, Arbor Acres, Novant Health Forsyth MedicalCenter, and Trinity Elms. The memorial service will be held at Centenary United Methodist Church on Wednesday, November 18th at 2:00 p.m., with a reception to follow at Forsyth Country Club. The family requests memorials may be sent to Centenary United Methodist Church or Senior Services. Online condolences may be made through www.salemfh.com.
Dixie Thomas Vanderwerff Brantley
January 18, 1946-October 5, 2022Dixie Thomas Vanderwerff Brantley died peacefully on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 in her home in Greensboro, NC. Dixie was born in Winston-Salem, NC on January 18, 1946 to the late William Forrester Thomas and Doris Austin Thomas.
Dixie attended Reynolds High school where she was a cheerleader and graduated from St. Mary’s College and UNC-Chapel Hill with a Masters in Education. A true leader since early in life, she was her senior class president at Saint Mary’s. She taught elementary school in Chapel Hill as a reading specialist.
Dixie was a light in the world. She touched the lives of every person she met. Whether it was a five minute interaction or a fifty year friendship, without a doubt she made an impact on you. It was impossible to leave a conversation with her without feeling like a better version of yourself. One of her greatest gifts was seeing the good in everyone, and she never hesitated to share exactly what amazing qualities she saw in you. Her generosity and kindness knew no bounds. She had a way of captivating any room she walked into with her talents as an entertainer, a conversationalist, and a storyteller. She saw the beauty in everyone and everything, and for that reason the world was a more beautiful place with her in it. Her green thumb and skills in decorating also made every room she touched more physically beautiful, especially with her roses. The number of lives she touched is innumerous, and reaches over every area of her life. Her passions were inspiring to those around her, including her status as a Life Master Bridge player, avid Tarheel Basketball fan, and talented golfer. One of her true joys was her Wednesday bridge group. She was intelligent in every way, but especially in bridge and won many tournaments. There is not a song on Earth she did not know the words to, and she never hesitated to sing and dance no matter where she was. She truly was the life of the party. In addition to her numerous hobbies, she loved spending her time between Greensboro, Debordieu and Blowing Rock.
Dixie was most proud of her family and grandchildren. Not a day went by when they were not reminded of her love for them. Her grandchildren worshipped her and loved being with her. She has the biggest heart of anyone they have ever met, and they knew she would do anything for them. Known to them as Boots, they all looked forward to spending time with her and her unmatched sense of humor. Smart as a whip, Boots could craft a witty remark in any situation. Family was her top priority, and even on their worst days, Dixie had a way of making them feel like the most special people in the world. She encouraged her family to follow their passions, and she did everything imaginable to be the wind beneath your sails. In everything she did she led with love, and she was the most fun person in the world to be around.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother Gordon Wayne Thomas, and husband Peter Michael Vanderwerff. She is survived by her husband Joe Brantley; daughters Alice (Ron) Givens and Sarah (Keith) Kaplan and her grandchildren Alice Austin Givens, Sarah Walker Marian Givens, Alice Fortune Kaplan, and Anne Byrd Kaplan; her sister Ramona Thomas Presson and brother Ronald Forrester Thomas and wife Tamra; stepdaughters Rebecca Brantley Hancock (HH) and Leigh Brantley Wheeler (Oliver) and her mother-in-law Juanelle Brantley.
Donations can be made to Susan G. Komen’s Breast Cancer Education and Awareness
Janet Haynes Mathis
Mathis, Janet Haynes
December 8, 1944 - January 24, 2021
Mrs. Janet Haynes Mathis, 76, of Lexington, passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021 at her home. She was born December 8, 1944 in Forsyth County to Jeannette Pardue Haynes and H. Harold Haynes. Mrs. Mathis was a member of Konnoak Baptist Church and was employed with Lamberti's Day Spa for over 50 years. Surviving are her husband of 53 years, Walt Mathis; two sons, Zachary Zane Mathis of Winston-Salem and fiancé, Andrea Waite of Kings Mountain and David Haynes Mathis and wife, Chastity of Wake Forest and two grandchildren, Brady Reed Mathis and Blakely Elizabeth Mathis. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, January 29, 2021 at Mitchell's Chapel United Methodist Church in Boonville with Rev. John Bishop officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cancer Services, Inc., 3175 Maplewood Ave., Winston-Salem, NC 27103 or to Trellis Supportive Care of Winston-Salem, 101 Hospice Ln., Winston-Salem, NC 27103. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com.
December 8, 1944 - January 24, 2021
Mrs. Janet Haynes Mathis, 76, of Lexington, passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021 at her home. She was born December 8, 1944 in Forsyth County to Jeannette Pardue Haynes and H. Harold Haynes. Mrs. Mathis was a member of Konnoak Baptist Church and was employed with Lamberti's Day Spa for over 50 years. Surviving are her husband of 53 years, Walt Mathis; two sons, Zachary Zane Mathis of Winston-Salem and fiancé, Andrea Waite of Kings Mountain and David Haynes Mathis and wife, Chastity of Wake Forest and two grandchildren, Brady Reed Mathis and Blakely Elizabeth Mathis. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friday, January 29, 2021 at Mitchell's Chapel United Methodist Church in Boonville with Rev. John Bishop officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cancer Services, Inc., 3175 Maplewood Ave., Winston-Salem, NC 27103 or to Trellis Supportive Care of Winston-Salem, 101 Hospice Ln., Winston-Salem, NC 27103. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com.
Ann Peyton Fearrington
August 25, 1945 - October 18 2018
RALEIGH Ann Peyton Fearrington went by Peyton during her early life and Ann during the second half of her life. She was a devoted mother and published children's book author and illustrator. She was preposterously kind and loving. She had a fiery temper. She was a famously awful cook. Her sense of humor could only be described as "Seussian." She was born with an artistic sensibility that drove her to write poems, newspaper articles, novels, and children's book and ensured she would say the wrong thing in social settings. She made many mistakes in her life - though maybe less than most of us. Her legacy is her love of children reflected in her own children, grandchildren, and the books she wrote. She is survived by her husband, Vance Cox; her two children, Dr. James Russ and Joseph Russ; her granddaughters, Lucy Anne Fearrington Russ and Zadie Mary Fearrington Russ; her sisters, Florence Fearrington of New York and Jessica Travis of New Orleans; and a step-son, Jonathan Cox. The family expresses appreciation for her caregivers, Valerie, Sierra, Christine and others. We miss her terribly and it will always be that way. Arrangements by Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, Saint Mary's St. Raleigh, NC.
August 25, 1945 - October 18 2018
RALEIGH Ann Peyton Fearrington went by Peyton during her early life and Ann during the second half of her life. She was a devoted mother and published children's book author and illustrator. She was preposterously kind and loving. She had a fiery temper. She was a famously awful cook. Her sense of humor could only be described as "Seussian." She was born with an artistic sensibility that drove her to write poems, newspaper articles, novels, and children's book and ensured she would say the wrong thing in social settings. She made many mistakes in her life - though maybe less than most of us. Her legacy is her love of children reflected in her own children, grandchildren, and the books she wrote. She is survived by her husband, Vance Cox; her two children, Dr. James Russ and Joseph Russ; her granddaughters, Lucy Anne Fearrington Russ and Zadie Mary Fearrington Russ; her sisters, Florence Fearrington of New York and Jessica Travis of New Orleans; and a step-son, Jonathan Cox. The family expresses appreciation for her caregivers, Valerie, Sierra, Christine and others. We miss her terribly and it will always be that way. Arrangements by Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, Saint Mary's St. Raleigh, NC.
Molly Thornton Philo
December 5 1945 - July 19 2017
FRANKLIN Wednesday, July 19, 2017 Molly Philo, 71, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2017. Molly was born December 5, 1945 in Winston-Salem to Spruill Thornton and Ruth Hester Thornton. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, her stepfather Dr. Lundie Calvin Ogburn, her brother Tom and his wife Nicka Thornton, and her rother-in-law Barry Joyce. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Steven Philo of Franklin; her son Leonard Philo of Rancho Santa Fe, California; a sister Elizabeth Thornton of Winston-Salem; a brother Calvin Ogburn and his wife Lou of Tallahassee, Florida; a sister-sister in-law Diane Joyce of Madison, North Carolina, and 6 nieces and nephews. Molly grew up in Winston-Salem. She attended R. J. Reynolds High School, where she was a class officer, cheerleader, and voted "Friendliest" her senior year. She had been with her husband for 57 years since she started dating him her sophomore year in high school. After her senior year, she followed him north and attended Drew University in Madison, New Jersey until he graduated from the Military Academy at West Point. They were married in Winston-Salem on July 31, 1965 and, soon after, began their military career together, which took them to Fort Benning, Georgia twice, Baltimore, Maryland twice, and Munich, Germany. Molly returned to Winston-Salem for a year while Steve was in Vietnam, and attended Wake Forest University. Over a 35-year span, in addition to attending Drew and Wake Forest, she attended Palm Beach Jr. College, the University of Maryland in Munich, Germany, Southwestern Community College to become a drug and alcohol counselor, and Western Carolina University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor of science degree in business administration. Molly was often congratulated on squeezing a four-year degree into 35 years. As her son, Len, attended school, Molly could not have been more active as a teacher's aide, PTA officer, fund raiser, and student advocate. She never missed one of Len's soccer or basketball games, or his track or cross country meets, while he played 4 sports in high school. She was one of four founders of the youth soccer program in Franklin and served on the board of directors for REACH in Franklin. She often volunteered for charities preferring to work anonymously and filling jobs that needed done, which no one else would do. She was an active 34 year member of Alanon and Alcoholics Anonymous, where she worked with, sponsored, and supported countless people in recovery young and old. Her impact in helping others find a better life is being felt and spread today. In this way, Molly is not only remembered, but she also lives on. Whether intentionally or just naturally, Molly personified the philosophy of "It's more important for you to be happy than it is for me to be happy." She went out of her way to praise others or make them feel better, but she did this effortlessly, and she wrote countless letters to business managers telling them one of their employees had helped her or had given her friendly or courteous service. The family wants to thank the Macon County Senior Center and Four Seasons Hospice for the loving care Molly received in her last years. They provided her with the care and love she showed others. This is a better world because Molly was here, and will continue to be a better world because of the way she lived and loved. No services are planned. Macon Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at Maconfuneralhome.com
December 5 1945 - July 19 2017
FRANKLIN Wednesday, July 19, 2017 Molly Philo, 71, passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2017. Molly was born December 5, 1945 in Winston-Salem to Spruill Thornton and Ruth Hester Thornton. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, her stepfather Dr. Lundie Calvin Ogburn, her brother Tom and his wife Nicka Thornton, and her rother-in-law Barry Joyce. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Steven Philo of Franklin; her son Leonard Philo of Rancho Santa Fe, California; a sister Elizabeth Thornton of Winston-Salem; a brother Calvin Ogburn and his wife Lou of Tallahassee, Florida; a sister-sister in-law Diane Joyce of Madison, North Carolina, and 6 nieces and nephews. Molly grew up in Winston-Salem. She attended R. J. Reynolds High School, where she was a class officer, cheerleader, and voted "Friendliest" her senior year. She had been with her husband for 57 years since she started dating him her sophomore year in high school. After her senior year, she followed him north and attended Drew University in Madison, New Jersey until he graduated from the Military Academy at West Point. They were married in Winston-Salem on July 31, 1965 and, soon after, began their military career together, which took them to Fort Benning, Georgia twice, Baltimore, Maryland twice, and Munich, Germany. Molly returned to Winston-Salem for a year while Steve was in Vietnam, and attended Wake Forest University. Over a 35-year span, in addition to attending Drew and Wake Forest, she attended Palm Beach Jr. College, the University of Maryland in Munich, Germany, Southwestern Community College to become a drug and alcohol counselor, and Western Carolina University, where she graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor of science degree in business administration. Molly was often congratulated on squeezing a four-year degree into 35 years. As her son, Len, attended school, Molly could not have been more active as a teacher's aide, PTA officer, fund raiser, and student advocate. She never missed one of Len's soccer or basketball games, or his track or cross country meets, while he played 4 sports in high school. She was one of four founders of the youth soccer program in Franklin and served on the board of directors for REACH in Franklin. She often volunteered for charities preferring to work anonymously and filling jobs that needed done, which no one else would do. She was an active 34 year member of Alanon and Alcoholics Anonymous, where she worked with, sponsored, and supported countless people in recovery young and old. Her impact in helping others find a better life is being felt and spread today. In this way, Molly is not only remembered, but she also lives on. Whether intentionally or just naturally, Molly personified the philosophy of "It's more important for you to be happy than it is for me to be happy." She went out of her way to praise others or make them feel better, but she did this effortlessly, and she wrote countless letters to business managers telling them one of their employees had helped her or had given her friendly or courteous service. The family wants to thank the Macon County Senior Center and Four Seasons Hospice for the loving care Molly received in her last years. They provided her with the care and love she showed others. This is a better world because Molly was here, and will continue to be a better world because of the way she lived and loved. No services are planned. Macon Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at Maconfuneralhome.com
Steve Lackey
1945-2022
Steve died in Phoenix, AZ. As he wished his sons scattered his ashes in the sea.
1945-2022
Steve died in Phoenix, AZ. As he wished his sons scattered his ashes in the sea.
Ann Shields McLean
October 7, 1944 - July 7 2018
Mrs. Ann Shields McLean, 73, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born in Forsyth Co. on October 7, 1944 the daughter of the late Carl Hiatt Shields and Betty Blackburn Shields. Ann was a member of Woodland Baptist Church and retired from Hanes Brands in 2016 with 37 years of service. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Ted McLean; two sons, Michael Blair McLean (Diane) and David Scott McLean (Yvette Mariee); four grandchildren, Jordan, Jake, Adam and James; and a brother, Ray Shields (Debbi). Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at Woodland Baptist Church with Pastor Tim Gammons officiating. Burial will follow in Crestview Memorial Park in Rural Hall. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. this evening Monday, July 9, 2018 at Woodland Baptist Church.
October 7, 1944 - July 7 2018
Mrs. Ann Shields McLean, 73, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born in Forsyth Co. on October 7, 1944 the daughter of the late Carl Hiatt Shields and Betty Blackburn Shields. Ann was a member of Woodland Baptist Church and retired from Hanes Brands in 2016 with 37 years of service. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Ted McLean; two sons, Michael Blair McLean (Diane) and David Scott McLean (Yvette Mariee); four grandchildren, Jordan, Jake, Adam and James; and a brother, Ray Shields (Debbi). Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at Woodland Baptist Church with Pastor Tim Gammons officiating. Burial will follow in Crestview Memorial Park in Rural Hall. The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. this evening Monday, July 9, 2018 at Woodland Baptist Church.
Charlotte King Johnson
MAY 20, 1945 – AUGUST 29, 2021
Charlotte Ann Johnson began her life’s journey on May 20, 1945, in Daytona Beach, FL. She was the oldest of three children born to Jean Douglas King and Charlotte Ann (Cook) King. She grew up mainly in Florida, but her senior year she moved to Winston-Salem, NC where she graduated from R.J. Reynolds High School in 1963.
She would answer a calling to care for others by becoming a registered nurse in 1977. She began her career in the Intensive Care Unit at Bowman Grey Baptist hospital and would finish when she retired in 2007 from Mercy Hospital’s Cardiac Cath lab in Charlotte, NC. She was highly skilled, well-respected, and passionate in her field. She was an advocate for her patients, as well as her colleagues. Those who worked with her know that it was not uncommon for her to speak her mind and stand her ground for the good of her patient.
Charlotte was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. She was actively involved in her church family until her health decline. Her involvement ranged from teaching primary, Relief Society and visiting home teaching to being a Cub Scout Den Mother. She also volunteered in her community and a member of the Eastern Star.
Charlotte loved being a daughter, a sister, a wife, a mother, a granny, a GiGi, and a friend. She loved gardening and was always excited to see the many blooms of Springtime. She loved to bake breads and cook meals for family and friends, as well as, doing craft projects that included sewing, needlework, crocheting, and painting---pretty much anything she set her mind to. She loved going out with her friends and visiting her family.
She departed this world Sunday, August 29, 2021, in her Charlotte, NC home after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
MAY 20, 1945 – AUGUST 29, 2021
Charlotte Ann Johnson began her life’s journey on May 20, 1945, in Daytona Beach, FL. She was the oldest of three children born to Jean Douglas King and Charlotte Ann (Cook) King. She grew up mainly in Florida, but her senior year she moved to Winston-Salem, NC where she graduated from R.J. Reynolds High School in 1963.
She would answer a calling to care for others by becoming a registered nurse in 1977. She began her career in the Intensive Care Unit at Bowman Grey Baptist hospital and would finish when she retired in 2007 from Mercy Hospital’s Cardiac Cath lab in Charlotte, NC. She was highly skilled, well-respected, and passionate in her field. She was an advocate for her patients, as well as her colleagues. Those who worked with her know that it was not uncommon for her to speak her mind and stand her ground for the good of her patient.
Charlotte was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. She was actively involved in her church family until her health decline. Her involvement ranged from teaching primary, Relief Society and visiting home teaching to being a Cub Scout Den Mother. She also volunteered in her community and a member of the Eastern Star.
Charlotte loved being a daughter, a sister, a wife, a mother, a granny, a GiGi, and a friend. She loved gardening and was always excited to see the many blooms of Springtime. She loved to bake breads and cook meals for family and friends, as well as, doing craft projects that included sewing, needlework, crocheting, and painting---pretty much anything she set her mind to. She loved going out with her friends and visiting her family.
She departed this world Sunday, August 29, 2021, in her Charlotte, NC home after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
Jonathan Karl Vickers
July 5 1945 - July 6 2018
Jonathan Karl Vickers July 5 1945 - July 6 2018 On July 6, 2018, the Lord promoted Jonathan "Jon" Karl Vickers to His Heavenly choir. Born in Winston-Salem on July 5, 1945 to the late Karl Smith Vickers, Jr and Jo Petree Vickers. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Ellen Vickers Holzgrefe and her husband, Fritz Holzgrefe, II. He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Deana McInnis Vickers. Surviving him are his cherished family. Daughters: Tiffany Vickers Davis of Birmingham, AL and Nicole Vickers-Hymowitz of Matawan, NJ. Grandchildren: Samantha, Charlotte and Nikolas Vickers-Hymowitz of Matawan, NJ and Garrett Davis of Birmingham, AL. He is also survived by a niece, Regis Holzgrefe Watson (Jim) of Naperville, IL and a nephew, Fritz Holzgrefe, III (Mary Jo) of Milton, GA. along with great nieces and great nephews and special cousin, Bill Petree (Katherine) of Winston-Salem. Upon marrying Deana, Jon inherited his second mother, Martha Hogan McInnis, "Mama Mac" of Ellerbe, NC whom he loved very dearly and who predeceased him. Surviving are brothers-in-law James McInnis of Charlotte, NC and Wayne McInnis (Nedra) of Ellerbe, NC, sister-in-law Lillian Covington of Ellerbe, NC and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. In his youth, Jon participated as a Boy Scout, earning Eagle Scout, Order of the Arrow, Brotherhood and God and Country. A member of the last five-year class (Grades 8 " 12) at Reynolds High School, Jon graduated in 1963. High school launched Jon into music. He played french horn throughout his years at Reynolds HS and with the Virginia Tech (VPI) Highty Tighties in Blacksburg, VA. where he studied electrical engineering as a member of the US Air Force ROTC. After further course work at Guilford College, he served 5-1/2 years in the US Air Force doing intelligence work in Germany. At the conclusion of his Air Force service in 1973, Jon returned to Winston-Salem and began a 21-year career at RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company in the Engineering Department. He worked in machine control design, taught the technician training program, supported the corporate World Headquarters Facility and assisted the corporate board. Upon the closure of the Winston-Salem Corporate World Headquarters, he finished his career in RJ Reynolds corporate data communications and in process control hardware and software development. Interested in the sound/stage arena, Jon and a friend formed a small company in high school to manage all performing arts programs. While at VPI, as the engineer at the VPI radio station, he was in charge of the stage and sound work for performances at the University. Having a passionate interest in singing Barbershop Quartet Harmony, Jon was in his first quartet, "The Teen Tones", at the age of 15. All of this followed him through his entire life as he went on to join the International Barbershop Harmony Society in 1975. His first registered quartet, "Blue Ribbon Edition", was celebrated as District Champions and International competitors. He also sang in "Voiceterous" quartet and in the Seniors Quartet, "Village Green", placing 7th in Worldwide Senior Competition in 2009. His most recent quartet, "Sound Counsel", has been together for twelve years. As a 44-year member of the Winston-Salem chapter and chorus, "Triad Harmony Express" (formerly "The Auctioneers"), Jon held many leadership positions multiple times. He was a co-founder of The Association of eXtreme Quartet Harmony Brigades movement which has become a worldwide endeavor promoting individual excellence in the craft since 1993. The Barbershop Harmony music world enjoys a fraternity, a family experience, which reaches far beyond mere friendship. Loving brothers in the hundreds from all over the world have reached out to him during his illness. Jon had an innate desire to help those in difficult situations and was especially drawn toward those who lacked the resources, health, education, talent, or mobility to help themselves. Those with disabilities, illnesses, or senility, and youth of all stripes were beacons to his powerful desire to try to help " even when his own health was severely compromised. He helped countless family, friends, neighbors, and many aspects of the Barbershop arena. With a song in his heart and a big smile, Jon loved to be telling a joke or "singing a tag" more than most anything. He shared this joy with his quartets and choruses with elderly citizens, hospitals, children and Singing Valentines. His faith and the music in his heart sustained him through this illness. Beyond music, Jon served 17 years as a GS-12 Communications Officer for the "National Disaster Medical System". A Celebration of Life and Song Service will be held at Centenary United Methodist Church at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 28, 2018, with Rev. R. Craig Ford and Rev. Jeremy Pegram officiating. A private family inurnment service will follow in the church columbarium. The family will receive friends in the auditorium following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Triad Harmony Express, c/o Robert Alexander, 1040 Longreen Drive, Kernersville, NC 27284; Harmony Foundation, Inc., 110 " 7th Avenue North, Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37203 or to Centenary United Methodist Church, 646 West Fifth Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Special thanks to the oncology staff at Derrick Davis Cancer Center and to the staff at Kate B Reynolds Hospice and Palliative Care for their excellent and compassionate care for Jon.
July 5 1945 - July 6 2018
Jonathan Karl Vickers July 5 1945 - July 6 2018 On July 6, 2018, the Lord promoted Jonathan "Jon" Karl Vickers to His Heavenly choir. Born in Winston-Salem on July 5, 1945 to the late Karl Smith Vickers, Jr and Jo Petree Vickers. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Ellen Vickers Holzgrefe and her husband, Fritz Holzgrefe, II. He is survived by his loving wife of 22 years, Deana McInnis Vickers. Surviving him are his cherished family. Daughters: Tiffany Vickers Davis of Birmingham, AL and Nicole Vickers-Hymowitz of Matawan, NJ. Grandchildren: Samantha, Charlotte and Nikolas Vickers-Hymowitz of Matawan, NJ and Garrett Davis of Birmingham, AL. He is also survived by a niece, Regis Holzgrefe Watson (Jim) of Naperville, IL and a nephew, Fritz Holzgrefe, III (Mary Jo) of Milton, GA. along with great nieces and great nephews and special cousin, Bill Petree (Katherine) of Winston-Salem. Upon marrying Deana, Jon inherited his second mother, Martha Hogan McInnis, "Mama Mac" of Ellerbe, NC whom he loved very dearly and who predeceased him. Surviving are brothers-in-law James McInnis of Charlotte, NC and Wayne McInnis (Nedra) of Ellerbe, NC, sister-in-law Lillian Covington of Ellerbe, NC and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. In his youth, Jon participated as a Boy Scout, earning Eagle Scout, Order of the Arrow, Brotherhood and God and Country. A member of the last five-year class (Grades 8 " 12) at Reynolds High School, Jon graduated in 1963. High school launched Jon into music. He played french horn throughout his years at Reynolds HS and with the Virginia Tech (VPI) Highty Tighties in Blacksburg, VA. where he studied electrical engineering as a member of the US Air Force ROTC. After further course work at Guilford College, he served 5-1/2 years in the US Air Force doing intelligence work in Germany. At the conclusion of his Air Force service in 1973, Jon returned to Winston-Salem and began a 21-year career at RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company in the Engineering Department. He worked in machine control design, taught the technician training program, supported the corporate World Headquarters Facility and assisted the corporate board. Upon the closure of the Winston-Salem Corporate World Headquarters, he finished his career in RJ Reynolds corporate data communications and in process control hardware and software development. Interested in the sound/stage arena, Jon and a friend formed a small company in high school to manage all performing arts programs. While at VPI, as the engineer at the VPI radio station, he was in charge of the stage and sound work for performances at the University. Having a passionate interest in singing Barbershop Quartet Harmony, Jon was in his first quartet, "The Teen Tones", at the age of 15. All of this followed him through his entire life as he went on to join the International Barbershop Harmony Society in 1975. His first registered quartet, "Blue Ribbon Edition", was celebrated as District Champions and International competitors. He also sang in "Voiceterous" quartet and in the Seniors Quartet, "Village Green", placing 7th in Worldwide Senior Competition in 2009. His most recent quartet, "Sound Counsel", has been together for twelve years. As a 44-year member of the Winston-Salem chapter and chorus, "Triad Harmony Express" (formerly "The Auctioneers"), Jon held many leadership positions multiple times. He was a co-founder of The Association of eXtreme Quartet Harmony Brigades movement which has become a worldwide endeavor promoting individual excellence in the craft since 1993. The Barbershop Harmony music world enjoys a fraternity, a family experience, which reaches far beyond mere friendship. Loving brothers in the hundreds from all over the world have reached out to him during his illness. Jon had an innate desire to help those in difficult situations and was especially drawn toward those who lacked the resources, health, education, talent, or mobility to help themselves. Those with disabilities, illnesses, or senility, and youth of all stripes were beacons to his powerful desire to try to help " even when his own health was severely compromised. He helped countless family, friends, neighbors, and many aspects of the Barbershop arena. With a song in his heart and a big smile, Jon loved to be telling a joke or "singing a tag" more than most anything. He shared this joy with his quartets and choruses with elderly citizens, hospitals, children and Singing Valentines. His faith and the music in his heart sustained him through this illness. Beyond music, Jon served 17 years as a GS-12 Communications Officer for the "National Disaster Medical System". A Celebration of Life and Song Service will be held at Centenary United Methodist Church at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 28, 2018, with Rev. R. Craig Ford and Rev. Jeremy Pegram officiating. A private family inurnment service will follow in the church columbarium. The family will receive friends in the auditorium following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Triad Harmony Express, c/o Robert Alexander, 1040 Longreen Drive, Kernersville, NC 27284; Harmony Foundation, Inc., 110 " 7th Avenue North, Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37203 or to Centenary United Methodist Church, 646 West Fifth Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Special thanks to the oncology staff at Derrick Davis Cancer Center and to the staff at Kate B Reynolds Hospice and Palliative Care for their excellent and compassionate care for Jon.
Mark A. Swaringen
1945- April 21, 2023
Winston-Salem - Mark A. Swaringen, 77, died Friday, April 21, 2023. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 27, at Westlawn Gardens of Memory.
Bonita Anne Francis Patterson
April 20 1946 - March 26 2018
Bonita Francis Patterson, 72, passed away peacefully on May 26th, 2018, surrounded by loved ones at her home in Pinehurst. Memorial services to celebrate her life will be held at Brownson Presbyterian at 11:00am on Saturday, June 2nd with a visitation to follow at Boles Funeral Home at 6:00pm in Southern Pines.
Bonita was born in Dayton, Ohio to Anne and Charles Francis on April 20th, 1946. She was raised in Winston Salem. She married the love of her life, James J Patterson, on August 1st, 1965 in Charlotte. In 1973 she graduated as a Registered Nurse from Baptist Hospital School of Nursing. She also earned her Pediatric Nurse Practitioner degree from East Carolina University and Bachelors of Science in Nursing from UNC Pembroke. She resided in Goldsboro for over a decade, working in Pediatrics and the ER. She then worked proudly as an RN at Moore Regional Hospital for over 15 years before becoming an educator at Scotland Memorial and finally a School Nurse at Carver Middle School until she retired in 2013.
Bonita is preceded in death by her mother, Anne Francis. She was devoted to family and is survived by her brother, Stephen Francis; beloved husband, James Patterson; children and spouses Gregg and Jennifer Patterson, Kristi Patterson, and Elizabeth and Michael Chepul; and grandchildren Dana Patterson, Samantha Patterson, Gavin Chepul, and Fiona Patterson, who will honor her memory in their love for each other.
April 20 1946 - March 26 2018
Bonita Francis Patterson, 72, passed away peacefully on May 26th, 2018, surrounded by loved ones at her home in Pinehurst. Memorial services to celebrate her life will be held at Brownson Presbyterian at 11:00am on Saturday, June 2nd with a visitation to follow at Boles Funeral Home at 6:00pm in Southern Pines.
Bonita was born in Dayton, Ohio to Anne and Charles Francis on April 20th, 1946. She was raised in Winston Salem. She married the love of her life, James J Patterson, on August 1st, 1965 in Charlotte. In 1973 she graduated as a Registered Nurse from Baptist Hospital School of Nursing. She also earned her Pediatric Nurse Practitioner degree from East Carolina University and Bachelors of Science in Nursing from UNC Pembroke. She resided in Goldsboro for over a decade, working in Pediatrics and the ER. She then worked proudly as an RN at Moore Regional Hospital for over 15 years before becoming an educator at Scotland Memorial and finally a School Nurse at Carver Middle School until she retired in 2013.
Bonita is preceded in death by her mother, Anne Francis. She was devoted to family and is survived by her brother, Stephen Francis; beloved husband, James Patterson; children and spouses Gregg and Jennifer Patterson, Kristi Patterson, and Elizabeth and Michael Chepul; and grandchildren Dana Patterson, Samantha Patterson, Gavin Chepul, and Fiona Patterson, who will honor her memory in their love for each other.
Martin, II, William Foy
Jun 16, 2016
WINSTON SALEM - William Foy Martin, II, 70, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at Wake Forest Baptist
Medical Center. Services entrusted to Triad Cremation Society & Chapel.
Jun 16, 2016
WINSTON SALEM - William Foy Martin, II, 70, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2016 at Wake Forest Baptist
Medical Center. Services entrusted to Triad Cremation Society & Chapel.
Lilla Marlane Sample Harriman
1945 - August 13 2013
Mrs. Lilla Marlane "Lane" Sample Harriman, 68, a local artist, was born in Columbia, SC to Vivian Addie Ziglar and Cannon Gary Sample. Lane passed away at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on Tuesday, August 13, 2013. She was a student in Doug Carter's class at Wiley School and graduated from R.J. Reynolds High School in 1963 and still maintained strong bonds with those good friends. They all held a special place in her heart.
Lane is survived by her daughter, Anita Harriman McNeill and her husband, Danny of Winston-Salem; her son, Charles Dale Harriman, Jr. and his wife, Amy Alspaugh Harriman of Greenville, NC; her grandchildren, Shannon Marie Burns, Stephanie Marie Jones, Cody Daniel McNeill and Larkin Grace Staley; and great-grandchildren, Landon and Skylar. She is also survived by her brother, Cannon Gary Sample, Jr. and his wife, Joy; sister-in-law, Gaye Morgan; niece, Stephanie Sample Brasili and husband Sean, their sons, Ben and Max, niece, Katy Sample Chanel and her daughters, Naomi and Savannah, niece, Rayma Michelle Stover and husband, Michael and their daughters, Whitley and Autumn; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
"And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Phillippians 4:7
John Spach Creech, Jr
September 7 1944 - February 19 2016
Winston-Salem John Spach Creech, Jr., 71, unexpectedly got on the heaven-bound bus on Friday, February 19, after battling a respiratory illness with grace and dignity for many months. He was given a number of monikers throughout his life by his family and friends: Daddio, Brosky, Papasan, Grandpa Twilight, and of course, most importantly, Baby Jesus, the last one being straight from his mother's mouth. John was born September 7, 1944, the only son of John Spach Creech, Sr., and Cortlandt Preston Creech, and beloved brother to three sisters, Corty, Kat and Tink. He was a man of many talents, a free spirit, and lived quite a colorful life. After high school, he joined the U.S. Marines and served the country with a tour of duty in Vietnam. He later published a book about his experiences there, and included his feelings about other various subjects, "A Pocketful of Stories". Upon his return to Winston-Salem, he worked in the furniture industry at Unique Furniture Makers, his father's manufacturing factory, as a master craftsman and professional builder, creating the samples for the various lines that Unique sold throughout the country. In 1973, he married Meg Spach, and had two sons, Hansel, 40, a professional musician in Washington, D.C., and Johnathan, 37, an English teacher and musician, in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Meg and John spent a year living in the Brazilian jungle, assisting in the management of an orphanage there. When John contracted infected abscesses from insect bites, they returned to Winston-Salem. He traveled extensively during his lifetime, both throughout the U.S. and trips abroad. Of his many attributes, one shines above all others. He knew no stranger and was every person's friend. He believed wholeheartedly in the goodness of people, and could walk into a room and know every person's life story within minutes (and was able to relay the same to his family!) He saw beauty in every being, and at all times was full of grace and love towards others. He was a true Renaissance man: a writer, artist, musician, philosopher, healer and mystic, while always retaining a wicked sense of humor and having a joke at the ready. Many a time was spent with his two sons, "picking a tune" on the piano or guitar, their singing interspersed with laughter with every "pluck"! He adored his two boys and delighted in his grandchildren, Johanna, Kailo and Ian. He was at one time involved heavily with the Music Maker Relief Foundation, rediscovering older, mostly forgotten blues singers, and he and his son Hansel spent a considerable amount of time on European "gigs" featuring such solo artists as Guitar Gabriel, Cool John Ferguson, Captain Luke, Beverly Guitar Watkins and many, many more. Oh, what stories he had to tell during that time! He was an animal lover, having grown up with a myriad of dogs, cats and the occasional snake. His sisters fondly referred to him as St. Francis of Assisi reincarnated, because all animals and birds would flock to his side. It must be said that his greatest passion of all was fishing, in creeks, lakes and especially the ocean. The fish in the golden heavenly pond are now passing the word: Uh-oh, guess who's coming to dinner? John is surely baiting his hook and getting the frying pan ready at this moment for his first of many divine fish frys to come. John was a Biblical scholar and was well versed in Eastern religions as well. He once copied by hand the New Testament, to be used in a San Francisco monastery. We quickly learned never to bet with Brosky over the Bible. Inevitably, we would lose; he, of course, would always win, laughing all the way. He was our hero and the embodiment of joy. The gates of heaven now welcome their biggest friend of all, assuredly laden with a platter of chocolate chip cookies, his specialty in the kitchen, to start the party with St. Peter, the Lord and our other family spirits who have preceded him. Our Brosky, like Johnny Appleseed, spread seeds of love wherever he went. He will be sorely missed. The family would like to give special thanks to the kind folks who helped him through the last months, especially Dr. Charles Stinson, Ms. Cynthia Smartt, and above all, his special friend Carole Shelor. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to The Music Maker Relief Foundation, P.O. Box 1358, Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278. There will be a private graveside service in Salem Cemetery, followed by a memorial service at Salem Main Street Funeral Home at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday by the Reverend Rick Sides. The family will receive friends following the service. Online condolences may be made to www.salemfh.com
September 7 1944 - February 19 2016
Winston-Salem John Spach Creech, Jr., 71, unexpectedly got on the heaven-bound bus on Friday, February 19, after battling a respiratory illness with grace and dignity for many months. He was given a number of monikers throughout his life by his family and friends: Daddio, Brosky, Papasan, Grandpa Twilight, and of course, most importantly, Baby Jesus, the last one being straight from his mother's mouth. John was born September 7, 1944, the only son of John Spach Creech, Sr., and Cortlandt Preston Creech, and beloved brother to three sisters, Corty, Kat and Tink. He was a man of many talents, a free spirit, and lived quite a colorful life. After high school, he joined the U.S. Marines and served the country with a tour of duty in Vietnam. He later published a book about his experiences there, and included his feelings about other various subjects, "A Pocketful of Stories". Upon his return to Winston-Salem, he worked in the furniture industry at Unique Furniture Makers, his father's manufacturing factory, as a master craftsman and professional builder, creating the samples for the various lines that Unique sold throughout the country. In 1973, he married Meg Spach, and had two sons, Hansel, 40, a professional musician in Washington, D.C., and Johnathan, 37, an English teacher and musician, in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. Meg and John spent a year living in the Brazilian jungle, assisting in the management of an orphanage there. When John contracted infected abscesses from insect bites, they returned to Winston-Salem. He traveled extensively during his lifetime, both throughout the U.S. and trips abroad. Of his many attributes, one shines above all others. He knew no stranger and was every person's friend. He believed wholeheartedly in the goodness of people, and could walk into a room and know every person's life story within minutes (and was able to relay the same to his family!) He saw beauty in every being, and at all times was full of grace and love towards others. He was a true Renaissance man: a writer, artist, musician, philosopher, healer and mystic, while always retaining a wicked sense of humor and having a joke at the ready. Many a time was spent with his two sons, "picking a tune" on the piano or guitar, their singing interspersed with laughter with every "pluck"! He adored his two boys and delighted in his grandchildren, Johanna, Kailo and Ian. He was at one time involved heavily with the Music Maker Relief Foundation, rediscovering older, mostly forgotten blues singers, and he and his son Hansel spent a considerable amount of time on European "gigs" featuring such solo artists as Guitar Gabriel, Cool John Ferguson, Captain Luke, Beverly Guitar Watkins and many, many more. Oh, what stories he had to tell during that time! He was an animal lover, having grown up with a myriad of dogs, cats and the occasional snake. His sisters fondly referred to him as St. Francis of Assisi reincarnated, because all animals and birds would flock to his side. It must be said that his greatest passion of all was fishing, in creeks, lakes and especially the ocean. The fish in the golden heavenly pond are now passing the word: Uh-oh, guess who's coming to dinner? John is surely baiting his hook and getting the frying pan ready at this moment for his first of many divine fish frys to come. John was a Biblical scholar and was well versed in Eastern religions as well. He once copied by hand the New Testament, to be used in a San Francisco monastery. We quickly learned never to bet with Brosky over the Bible. Inevitably, we would lose; he, of course, would always win, laughing all the way. He was our hero and the embodiment of joy. The gates of heaven now welcome their biggest friend of all, assuredly laden with a platter of chocolate chip cookies, his specialty in the kitchen, to start the party with St. Peter, the Lord and our other family spirits who have preceded him. Our Brosky, like Johnny Appleseed, spread seeds of love wherever he went. He will be sorely missed. The family would like to give special thanks to the kind folks who helped him through the last months, especially Dr. Charles Stinson, Ms. Cynthia Smartt, and above all, his special friend Carole Shelor. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to The Music Maker Relief Foundation, P.O. Box 1358, Hillsborough, North Carolina 27278. There will be a private graveside service in Salem Cemetery, followed by a memorial service at Salem Main Street Funeral Home at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday by the Reverend Rick Sides. The family will receive friends following the service. Online condolences may be made to www.salemfh.com
Stephen (Steve) Lee Whicker
October 4 1944 - October 30 2015
Stephen "Steve" Lee Whicker, 71, was born October 4, 1944 in Newport News, Virginia and passed away October 11, 2015 in his home in Richardson, Texas. Steve was preceded in death by his parents Gilmer and Ola Linville Whicker, his Sister Marcia Lynn Whicker and his first Wife Marcia Ann Whicker. Steve was survived by his Wife, Charlynn Boyce Whicker of Richardson TX, Parents-in-law Charlie and Juanna Boyce of Lampasas TX, Sister-in-law Luanne Boyce of Lampasas TX, Brother-in-law Charlie Jr and Wife Penny Boyce of Lampasas TX, Sister-in-law Jeannell and Husband Les Johnson of Cleburne TX, Nieces Alexie Kibbe and Husband Brian of Osteen FL, Tera Hall and Husband Doug of Bedias TX, Tanya Lucus and Husband Troy of Cleburne TX, and Jessica Hart of Richardson TX, Nephews Adam Johnson and Wife Amelia of Waco TX, Brian Hart of Richardson TX, 2 great Nieces and 7 great nephews as well as numerous cousins and many close friends. In his youth, Steve achieved Eagle Scout status with the Boy Scouts as well as achieving Quartermaster status in the Sea Scouts. Steve graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and retired after a 40 year engineering career with Texas Instruments and DRS. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Marcia Lynn Whicker scholarship fund Rutgers University, 120 Albany St, Suite 120, New Brunswick, NJ 88901 or Old Hickory Council - Boy Scouts of America, 6600 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27106. A graveside service will be held Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 11 am at the Love's Methodist Cemetery, 3020 Main Street, Walkertown, North Carolina, 27051. (Published in Dallas Morning News from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2015)
October 4 1944 - October 30 2015
Stephen "Steve" Lee Whicker, 71, was born October 4, 1944 in Newport News, Virginia and passed away October 11, 2015 in his home in Richardson, Texas. Steve was preceded in death by his parents Gilmer and Ola Linville Whicker, his Sister Marcia Lynn Whicker and his first Wife Marcia Ann Whicker. Steve was survived by his Wife, Charlynn Boyce Whicker of Richardson TX, Parents-in-law Charlie and Juanna Boyce of Lampasas TX, Sister-in-law Luanne Boyce of Lampasas TX, Brother-in-law Charlie Jr and Wife Penny Boyce of Lampasas TX, Sister-in-law Jeannell and Husband Les Johnson of Cleburne TX, Nieces Alexie Kibbe and Husband Brian of Osteen FL, Tera Hall and Husband Doug of Bedias TX, Tanya Lucus and Husband Troy of Cleburne TX, and Jessica Hart of Richardson TX, Nephews Adam Johnson and Wife Amelia of Waco TX, Brian Hart of Richardson TX, 2 great Nieces and 7 great nephews as well as numerous cousins and many close friends. In his youth, Steve achieved Eagle Scout status with the Boy Scouts as well as achieving Quartermaster status in the Sea Scouts. Steve graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and retired after a 40 year engineering career with Texas Instruments and DRS. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Marcia Lynn Whicker scholarship fund Rutgers University, 120 Albany St, Suite 120, New Brunswick, NJ 88901 or Old Hickory Council - Boy Scouts of America, 6600 Silas Creek Pkwy, Winston-Salem, NC 27106. A graveside service will be held Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 11 am at the Love's Methodist Cemetery, 3020 Main Street, Walkertown, North Carolina, 27051. (Published in Dallas Morning News from Oct. 15 to Oct. 16, 2015)
Edmond Collins Gregory
September 28, 1945-December 8, 2014
September 28, 1945-December 8, 2014
Edmond Collins Gregory, 69, died of cancer Monday afternoon, December 8, 2014, at his home. He was born September 28, 1945 in Charlotte, NC, the son of the late Gaynelle Collins Gregory Haynes and the late Joseph Bivens Gregory. He grew up in Pageland, SC, Washington, DC and Winston-Salem, NC.
Mr. Gregory attended Randolph-Macon Academy in Front Royal, VA, graduated from RJ Reynolds High School in Winston-Salem, NC, and Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He moved to Danville in 1970 as a pharmaceutical representative for The Upjohn Company. He later was President and CEO of Stop & Go Food Stores in Danville. He was formerly a member of Tuscarora Country Club and the Danville Golf Club. He was an avid golfer and cyclist.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Sarah Lynne Cobb Gregory, two daughters,
Allison Gregory Stone of Birmingham, AL, and Caroline Collins Gregory of Nashville, TN, and two grandsons, Samuel Wilson Stone and Charles Gregory Stone, both of Birmingham, AL. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Joseph Randolph Gregory, of Charlotte, NC.
Funeral services for Mr. Gregory will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at 3:30pm at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, with the Rev. Becky Crites and the Rev. Charles Wickham officiating.
A reception will immediately follow the funeral in the Parish Hall. The family will receive friends at the home at 509 Dogwood Drive. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Epiphany Episcopal School, 115 Jefferson Avenue, Danville, VA 24541.
Mr. Gregory attended Randolph-Macon Academy in Front Royal, VA, graduated from RJ Reynolds High School in Winston-Salem, NC, and Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He moved to Danville in 1970 as a pharmaceutical representative for The Upjohn Company. He later was President and CEO of Stop & Go Food Stores in Danville. He was formerly a member of Tuscarora Country Club and the Danville Golf Club. He was an avid golfer and cyclist.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Sarah Lynne Cobb Gregory, two daughters,
Allison Gregory Stone of Birmingham, AL, and Caroline Collins Gregory of Nashville, TN, and two grandsons, Samuel Wilson Stone and Charles Gregory Stone, both of Birmingham, AL. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Joseph Randolph Gregory, of Charlotte, NC.
Funeral services for Mr. Gregory will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at 3:30pm at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, with the Rev. Becky Crites and the Rev. Charles Wickham officiating.
A reception will immediately follow the funeral in the Parish Hall. The family will receive friends at the home at 509 Dogwood Drive. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Epiphany Episcopal School, 115 Jefferson Avenue, Danville, VA 24541.
Harold Clark Webster, Jr.
September 27 1945 - October 31 2014
CHARLOTTE Harold Clark Webster, Jr., 69 died Friday, October 31, 2014, at his home. Harold was born in Iredell County, NC, September 27, 1945, a son to the late Harold Clark Webster, Sr. and Margaret Nash Webster, who still survives him. Clark was employed by Axa Equitable and lived in Charlotte, NC. He is survived by his mother, Margaret Nash Webster; a son, Harold Paul Webster; a daughter, Wendy Webster Neff and husband, David; a sister, Rikki Webster Lewis and husband, Robert; granddaughter, Payton Brynn Neff; and nephew, Zachary Lewis. The family will have a private service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association-Charlotte, 128 South Tryon St., Suite 1588, Charlotte, NC 28202.
September 27 1945 - October 31 2014
CHARLOTTE Harold Clark Webster, Jr., 69 died Friday, October 31, 2014, at his home. Harold was born in Iredell County, NC, September 27, 1945, a son to the late Harold Clark Webster, Sr. and Margaret Nash Webster, who still survives him. Clark was employed by Axa Equitable and lived in Charlotte, NC. He is survived by his mother, Margaret Nash Webster; a son, Harold Paul Webster; a daughter, Wendy Webster Neff and husband, David; a sister, Rikki Webster Lewis and husband, Robert; granddaughter, Payton Brynn Neff; and nephew, Zachary Lewis. The family will have a private service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The American Heart Association-Charlotte, 128 South Tryon St., Suite 1588, Charlotte, NC 28202.
David Warfford
October 28 1944 - August 11 2014
WINSTON-SALEM David Louis Warfford died peacefully August 11, 2014 at Hospice House at Huguley Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his loving family friends and his beloved dog, "Beau".
David was born October 28,1944 In Carthage, NC to the Reverend Waiter L. Warfford and Hilda W. Warfford, David grew up in Winston-Salem, NC where he graduated from R, J. Reynolds High School .in 1963. In high school, David was an elite athlete earning All-State honors in football in 1961. He also played basketball and baseball. David graduated from Forsyth Technical College in Winston-Salem, NC with an Associate's Degree. He served in the NC National Guard and was an officer with the Winston Salem Police Department, as well as a fire fighter with the Winston-Salem Fire Department. In 1982 David moved to Hurst, TX where he worked for the Tony Lama Boot Company as a Regional Sales Manager, He retired from Roadway Trucking Company in 2008 with the top safety award and Million Mile designation. He and his wife retired to Granbury, TX in 2009 where he joined Granbury Church of Christ and was an active member in the Bible study. He was preceded in death by his brothers, George and Forest Warfford along with his parents.
David is survived by his wife of 28 years, Glendia Warfford of the horme. Son, Miles (Pauletta) Warfford, Clem-mons, NC and Grandchildren, Captain Joshua Whiteheart USAF of Spokane, WA and Olivia Whiteheart, Hickory, NC, two Step-sons, John D. (Karla) Colcleasure and daughter Kaycee, Comanche, TX and Paul Colcleasure and daughter Amanda of Florida and two sons Brandon and Colton, Stephenville, TX. David is survived by two sisters, Hilda (John) Underwood, Dublin, TX and Sarah Knopf, Winston-Salem, NC along with a host of nieces, nephews and other loved ones.
The family will receive friends Friday, August 15, 2014 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at Harrell Funeral Home followed by a graveside service at Live Oak Cemetery both in Dublin, Texas. Minister, John Knox of Granbury Church of Christ will be officiating. Memorial donations can be made to the Diabetes Association.
October 28 1944 - August 11 2014
WINSTON-SALEM David Louis Warfford died peacefully August 11, 2014 at Hospice House at Huguley Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his loving family friends and his beloved dog, "Beau".
David was born October 28,1944 In Carthage, NC to the Reverend Waiter L. Warfford and Hilda W. Warfford, David grew up in Winston-Salem, NC where he graduated from R, J. Reynolds High School .in 1963. In high school, David was an elite athlete earning All-State honors in football in 1961. He also played basketball and baseball. David graduated from Forsyth Technical College in Winston-Salem, NC with an Associate's Degree. He served in the NC National Guard and was an officer with the Winston Salem Police Department, as well as a fire fighter with the Winston-Salem Fire Department. In 1982 David moved to Hurst, TX where he worked for the Tony Lama Boot Company as a Regional Sales Manager, He retired from Roadway Trucking Company in 2008 with the top safety award and Million Mile designation. He and his wife retired to Granbury, TX in 2009 where he joined Granbury Church of Christ and was an active member in the Bible study. He was preceded in death by his brothers, George and Forest Warfford along with his parents.
David is survived by his wife of 28 years, Glendia Warfford of the horme. Son, Miles (Pauletta) Warfford, Clem-mons, NC and Grandchildren, Captain Joshua Whiteheart USAF of Spokane, WA and Olivia Whiteheart, Hickory, NC, two Step-sons, John D. (Karla) Colcleasure and daughter Kaycee, Comanche, TX and Paul Colcleasure and daughter Amanda of Florida and two sons Brandon and Colton, Stephenville, TX. David is survived by two sisters, Hilda (John) Underwood, Dublin, TX and Sarah Knopf, Winston-Salem, NC along with a host of nieces, nephews and other loved ones.
The family will receive friends Friday, August 15, 2014 from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at Harrell Funeral Home followed by a graveside service at Live Oak Cemetery both in Dublin, Texas. Minister, John Knox of Granbury Church of Christ will be officiating. Memorial donations can be made to the Diabetes Association.
Elmer Harvey Thomerson May 21 1944 - December 25 2013
MARIETTA, GA Harvey went to the immediate presence of his Savior on Dec. 25th, 2013, due to respiratory problems.
He was born May 21, 1944, to Elmer Harvey Thomerson and Mary Annibel Martin Thomerson, in Winston Salem. He graduated from RJ Reynolds High and also received a BS in Psychology from UNC-G. He served in the US Army in Thailand. He worked for AT & T in communications electronics in Winston Salem, Raleigh, and Atlanta.
He is survived by his former wife, Ann Spach Thomerson, their son, Alexander, of the home, and daughter, Julea Thomerson, of Atlanta, GA. He leaves a brother, Mike, and wife, Mary, of Clemmons; a sister, Elaine Handy, and husband, Thom, of Winston Salem; and a sister, Marilyn Hege, and husband, George, of Charlotte.
He is lovingly remembered by multiple nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was active in his neighborhood association and enjoyed using his strong problem-solving, electrical, and mechanical skills to repair and build things. He most delighted in stimulating, intellectual conversations. Harvey was loving, kind, and held and lived a strong belief that character and integrity were the most important strengths a person could have.
MARIETTA, GA Harvey went to the immediate presence of his Savior on Dec. 25th, 2013, due to respiratory problems.
He was born May 21, 1944, to Elmer Harvey Thomerson and Mary Annibel Martin Thomerson, in Winston Salem. He graduated from RJ Reynolds High and also received a BS in Psychology from UNC-G. He served in the US Army in Thailand. He worked for AT & T in communications electronics in Winston Salem, Raleigh, and Atlanta.
He is survived by his former wife, Ann Spach Thomerson, their son, Alexander, of the home, and daughter, Julea Thomerson, of Atlanta, GA. He leaves a brother, Mike, and wife, Mary, of Clemmons; a sister, Elaine Handy, and husband, Thom, of Winston Salem; and a sister, Marilyn Hege, and husband, George, of Charlotte.
He is lovingly remembered by multiple nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was active in his neighborhood association and enjoyed using his strong problem-solving, electrical, and mechanical skills to repair and build things. He most delighted in stimulating, intellectual conversations. Harvey was loving, kind, and held and lived a strong belief that character and integrity were the most important strengths a person could have.
Alonza "Lon" W. Ballard III
1945 - February 1 2013
Alonza "Lon" W. Ballard III, 68 of Phoenix passed away Friday February 1, 2013 comfortably at home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Suffolk, VA and at the age of 8 moved to Winston Salem, NC where he was raised and educated. Mr. Ballard was a proud US Air Force Veteran. Following his military service, he resided in Chicago for 8 years before coming to the Syracuse area where he has since resided since 1979. Lon graduated from Wake Forest University receiving his Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
For over 30 years, Lon was employed by Cooper Crouse-Hinds in Syracuse, retiring in 2010 as Manager of Compliance and Standards. While employed by Crouse-Hinds, he earned his Professional Engineer License. He served on many committees, and was an active member in the National Electrical Code. He is predeceased by a son David L. Loucks in 1984.
Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife of 30 years, Mary (Hubbs) Ballard of Phoenix, son, Daniel (Lindy) Loucks of Addison, NY, five grandchildren; David (Donna) Loucks, Corey, Brittany, and Brody Loucks, Zac Courbat, a great-granddaughter, Angel Loucks, and two brothers; Andre (Mary) Ballard of London, Alan Ballard of Lynchburg, VA. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and his dog Tiger.
Burial will take place in Addison Rural Cemetery in Addison, NY.
1945 - February 1 2013
Alonza "Lon" W. Ballard III, 68 of Phoenix passed away Friday February 1, 2013 comfortably at home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Suffolk, VA and at the age of 8 moved to Winston Salem, NC where he was raised and educated. Mr. Ballard was a proud US Air Force Veteran. Following his military service, he resided in Chicago for 8 years before coming to the Syracuse area where he has since resided since 1979. Lon graduated from Wake Forest University receiving his Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
For over 30 years, Lon was employed by Cooper Crouse-Hinds in Syracuse, retiring in 2010 as Manager of Compliance and Standards. While employed by Crouse-Hinds, he earned his Professional Engineer License. He served on many committees, and was an active member in the National Electrical Code. He is predeceased by a son David L. Loucks in 1984.
Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife of 30 years, Mary (Hubbs) Ballard of Phoenix, son, Daniel (Lindy) Loucks of Addison, NY, five grandchildren; David (Donna) Loucks, Corey, Brittany, and Brody Loucks, Zac Courbat, a great-granddaughter, Angel Loucks, and two brothers; Andre (Mary) Ballard of London, Alan Ballard of Lynchburg, VA. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and his dog Tiger.
Burial will take place in Addison Rural Cemetery in Addison, NY.
Howard Lee Pardue, Jr.
January 28 1945 - December 16 2011
OAK RIDGE God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be so he put his arms around you and whispered, "Come to Me" With tearful eyes, we watched you and saw you pass away and although we love you dearly we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us He only takes the best. With heavy hearts and loving memories, our family is deeply saddened by the passing of a loving husband, a beloved brother and a loyal friend to many. Howard Lee Pardue, Jr., of Oak Ridge, NC, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2011. Lee was born on January 28, 1945, son of the late Howard Lee and Mary Ann Pardue. Lee enjoyed many interests including art and photography. He graduated from the University of Georgia, a proud Bulldog, in 1968, and was a photographer for the Marine Corp during the Viet Nam war and loved vintage cars. Fishing with friends and hunting at his brother-in-law's cabin in the mountains are only a few of the many memories of a man whose soul was connected to the outdoors. Lee is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years, Stephanie Pardue; his sister, Darlene Hand and her husband, Larry of Winston-Salem; niece Shakira Humble; and great-niece, Lanie Humble. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 20 at Centenary United Methodist Church parlor, 646 West 5th Street, Winston-Salem from 2 until 3:30 p.m. There will be a private Internment immediately following the visitation. Memorial gifts can be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Greensboro at 2500 Summit Avenue, Greensboro, NC 27405, www.hospicegso.org.
Charles (Chuck) Westmoreland, Jr.
November 26, 1944-February 14, 2010
Charles Wade Westmoreland, Jr., passed away late Sunday morning, February 14, 2010. He was born in Winston Salem on November 26, 1944 to Doris and Charles Wade Westmoreland. He was a graduate of Reynolds High School and High Point University and was the owner of Quick Flip, Inc. in Mount Airy. Chuck grew up attending Ardmore Methodist Church with his family. Chuck had many friends and loved spending time with his son, family members and golfing buddies. He was blessed with a compassionate heart and could always find the good in everyone he met. In return, he was loved by many. It was fitting that he passed away on the love holiday, Valentine's Day, following a long battle with heart disease. He believed in the grace of God and the everlasting hope of eternal life. We will all miss his infectious sense of humor, laughter and love. Chuck was preceded in death by his precious daughter Caroline Johnson Westmoreland in 1983 and his adoring parents, Doris and Charles Wade Westmoreland. He is survived by his beloved son, Adam Charles Westmoreland, daughter in law, Brooke Westmoreland and grandson Owen Adam Westmoreland all of Erie, Pennsylvania. In addition, he is survived by his sisters Diane Westmoreland Haynes of Johnson City, Tennessee, Elaine Westmoreland White and husband Joseph White of Winston Salem; niece, Shelton Haynes Shelton and husband Rick Shelton of Knoxville, Tennessee; Nephews, Olen Gale Haynes, Jr and wife Kristy Haynes of Johnson City and Wesley Robert Haynes of Johnson City; great-nephews, Olen Gale Haynes, III and Charles Lee Shelton; great-niece, Lily Anna Haynes. The family wishes to offer their gratitude to the excellent cardiology doctors and staff at The Baptist Hospital for their dedication care of Chuck. A memorial service will be held at 5:30 p.m. with a visitation to follow on Tuesday, February, 16, 2010, at Salem Funeral Home, 120 S. Main St., Winston-Salem. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to The American Heart Institute or Brenner Children's Hospital.
Gerald Edwin Barber
July 5, 1944 - April 22, 2015
Gerald Edwin Barber, age 70, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 surrounded by his loving family and best friends. He was born in Yadkin County on July 5, 1944 to the late Glenn and Jettie Mae Barber. He graduated from RJ Reynolds High School in 1963 and then proudly served in the USMC from 1965 until 1970. After his service he worked at the Winston Salem Journal where he retired in 2008 after 40 years of service. He also served as a volunteer firefighter and later as fire chief at Mt. Tabor volunteer fire department for over 20 years. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing, playing pool, Nascar races, working outside, gardening and especially riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Mr. Barber is preceded in death by his daughter, Kelly Dyan Barber.
He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Gloria Barber; children, Anita Barber, Meredith Tuttle (Allen) and Karen Barber; grandchildren, Dylan Barber (Julia), Joshua Tuttle and Alley Tuttle, great grandchildren, Jaxon Barber and Julian Young. His sisters, Wendy Phillips (Arnold) and Shirley Carlton (Steve); brother, James Barber (Deborah); numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family; special friends, Charles and Genie Harper and their children C.J. and Stacy, as well as many other very special friends and the entire staff at Pine Tree Bar and Grill.
July 5, 1944 - April 22, 2015
Gerald Edwin Barber, age 70, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 surrounded by his loving family and best friends. He was born in Yadkin County on July 5, 1944 to the late Glenn and Jettie Mae Barber. He graduated from RJ Reynolds High School in 1963 and then proudly served in the USMC from 1965 until 1970. After his service he worked at the Winston Salem Journal where he retired in 2008 after 40 years of service. He also served as a volunteer firefighter and later as fire chief at Mt. Tabor volunteer fire department for over 20 years. He was an avid hunter and enjoyed fishing, playing pool, Nascar races, working outside, gardening and especially riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Mr. Barber is preceded in death by his daughter, Kelly Dyan Barber.
He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Gloria Barber; children, Anita Barber, Meredith Tuttle (Allen) and Karen Barber; grandchildren, Dylan Barber (Julia), Joshua Tuttle and Alley Tuttle, great grandchildren, Jaxon Barber and Julian Young. His sisters, Wendy Phillips (Arnold) and Shirley Carlton (Steve); brother, James Barber (Deborah); numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family; special friends, Charles and Genie Harper and their children C.J. and Stacy, as well as many other very special friends and the entire staff at Pine Tree Bar and Grill.
Wendell Eysenbach
1945-2007
Wendell E. Eysenbach, lifelong resident of Winston-Salem, died at his residence on Saturday, September 22, 2007. He had been in failing health for several years. Wendell was born in New Jersey, but moved to Winston-Salem as an infant with his family when his father was transferred with Western Electric. He graduated from the Winston-Salem public schools and later returned to the school system to teach social studies. He was a graduate of Duke University and remained a life long fan of Duke sports, especially basketball. He also earned a Master"s of Arts from UNC-Greensboro. He served as the President of the local American Federation of Teachers. He spent several years working with the Forsyth County Democratic Party. He was a longtime precinct chair as well as a candidate for the North Carolina House of Representatives. He was always an active member and supporter of his community. Wendell was born June 4, 1945, the son of the late Wendell H. Eysenbach and Dorothy B. Eysenbach. He is survived by his sister, Joan Cooper; his three nieces, Elisabeth Cooper, Sarah Mauldin, Sharon Cooper, and many devoted friends. There will be a memorial service for him at 4:00 p.m. Sunday, September 30, at the chapel of Ardmore United Methodist Church. The memorial service will be immediately followed by a catered sandwich supper and time of remembering and fellowship at the home of his cousin, Elin Eysenbach, 1929 Gaston Street. All are encouraged to join us for that occasion of food and fellowship. Wendell"s family and friends look forward to visiting together with each of you at that time. Any one who wishes may honor him by a gift to the Forsyth Humane Society, 61 Miller Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27104.
Rita Miller Johnson
October 17, 1945 — December 21, 2018
Rita Miller Johnson passed away peacefully in the presence of her loved ones on December 21, 2018 in Winston-Salem. She was born on October 17, 1945 to Brice Wilson Miller and Margaret Lyerly Miller in Salisbury. Rita graduated from RJ Reynolds High School and UNC Greensboro. She was a teacher in Yadkin County at Starmount. She also worked at Wachovia Bank as a bank auditor, in the preschool at Messiah Moravian Church, and as a secretary in the Department of Computer Science at Wake Forest University. Rita was a member of Beck's Baptist Church and her primary focus was her children and grandchildren. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother cherishing her time with the grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters-in-law Ann Miller and Brice Johnson. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, John Hiram Johnson Jr.; sons John Hiram Johnson III and Charles Miller Johnson (Brooke); grandchildren Bryce and Cullen Johnson; brother Charles Miller; sister Bronah Livingston (Bill); sisters-in-law Gilda Mae Johnson, Hilda Fae Johnson and Mary Sue Johnson; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at Salem Funeral Home Reynolda Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at East Bend Baptist Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Beck's Baptist Church, 5505 Becks Church Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106. Online condolences may be made through www.salemfh.com.
October 17, 1945 — December 21, 2018
Rita Miller Johnson passed away peacefully in the presence of her loved ones on December 21, 2018 in Winston-Salem. She was born on October 17, 1945 to Brice Wilson Miller and Margaret Lyerly Miller in Salisbury. Rita graduated from RJ Reynolds High School and UNC Greensboro. She was a teacher in Yadkin County at Starmount. She also worked at Wachovia Bank as a bank auditor, in the preschool at Messiah Moravian Church, and as a secretary in the Department of Computer Science at Wake Forest University. Rita was a member of Beck's Baptist Church and her primary focus was her children and grandchildren. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother cherishing her time with the grandkids. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters-in-law Ann Miller and Brice Johnson. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, John Hiram Johnson Jr.; sons John Hiram Johnson III and Charles Miller Johnson (Brooke); grandchildren Bryce and Cullen Johnson; brother Charles Miller; sister Bronah Livingston (Bill); sisters-in-law Gilda Mae Johnson, Hilda Fae Johnson and Mary Sue Johnson; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at Salem Funeral Home Reynolda Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at East Bend Baptist Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Beck's Baptist Church, 5505 Becks Church Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106. Online condolences may be made through www.salemfh.com.
Jane Graham McCown
November 12, 1945-September 28, 2023
Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mrs. Jane Graham McCown, age 77, of Jefferson, who passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Mrs. McCown was born in Seymour, Indiana, a daughter to the late Rueben H. and Patricia Butcher Graham, and grew up in Winton Salem, North Carolina. She attended and received her degrees from Mars Hill College and Appalachian State University. Mrs. McCown was a retired teacher with the Jackson County School System and was of the Methodist faith.
Survivors include her husband, Gerald McCown of Jefferson; daughter, Jennifer McCown of Commerce, son, Graham McCown of Jefferson, grandson, Alex McCown of Commerce and sister, Susan Gancher of Portland, Oregon also survives.
In accordance with Mrs. McCown’s wishes, her remains were cremated and a private memorial service will be held by her family on a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jefferson Public Library, 1000 Washington Street, Jefferson, GA 30549 or at www.prlib.org/jefferson/
Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder Highway, Jefferson, Georgia. 706-367-5467
November 12, 1945-September 28, 2023
Evans Funeral Home of Jefferson announces the death of Mrs. Jane Graham McCown, age 77, of Jefferson, who passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Mrs. McCown was born in Seymour, Indiana, a daughter to the late Rueben H. and Patricia Butcher Graham, and grew up in Winton Salem, North Carolina. She attended and received her degrees from Mars Hill College and Appalachian State University. Mrs. McCown was a retired teacher with the Jackson County School System and was of the Methodist faith.
Survivors include her husband, Gerald McCown of Jefferson; daughter, Jennifer McCown of Commerce, son, Graham McCown of Jefferson, grandson, Alex McCown of Commerce and sister, Susan Gancher of Portland, Oregon also survives.
In accordance with Mrs. McCown’s wishes, her remains were cremated and a private memorial service will be held by her family on a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jefferson Public Library, 1000 Washington Street, Jefferson, GA 30549 or at www.prlib.org/jefferson/
Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder Highway, Jefferson, Georgia. 706-367-5467
Mary Spencer Wiggins
September 30, 2020
Mary Spencer Wiggins, 74, passed peacefully in her home in Wilmington, NC on September 30. Mary was born to the late Frank and Helen Spencer in Winston-Salem. She graduated Wake Forest University with a nursing degree and had worked locally in Winston-Salem before retiring to Wilmington. Mary was an avid wildlife lover and made sure her birds were well fed and contributed to wildlife funds generously. She also enjoyed sports much as her father, Frank, who was a sports editor for the WS journal. She was a big Wake Forest fan.
Mary was preceded in death by her late husbands, Dr. John Wiggins Jr., and Mr. Robert Byrd, and her brother "Petey" Spencer, and his son, Michael Spencer. Mary is survived by her sister in law, Andree Burns and nieces, Nicole Spencer and Lee Ann Tideman. She is also survived by her step children Ethel Wiggins, James Wiggins, Dennis Wiggins and his wife Ginger, Marion Wiggins, and her step grandson Malcolm. A private service will be held for Mary in her hometown Winston-Salem by her family and friends.
Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Oct. 11, 2020
September 30, 2020
Mary Spencer Wiggins, 74, passed peacefully in her home in Wilmington, NC on September 30. Mary was born to the late Frank and Helen Spencer in Winston-Salem. She graduated Wake Forest University with a nursing degree and had worked locally in Winston-Salem before retiring to Wilmington. Mary was an avid wildlife lover and made sure her birds were well fed and contributed to wildlife funds generously. She also enjoyed sports much as her father, Frank, who was a sports editor for the WS journal. She was a big Wake Forest fan.
Mary was preceded in death by her late husbands, Dr. John Wiggins Jr., and Mr. Robert Byrd, and her brother "Petey" Spencer, and his son, Michael Spencer. Mary is survived by her sister in law, Andree Burns and nieces, Nicole Spencer and Lee Ann Tideman. She is also survived by her step children Ethel Wiggins, James Wiggins, Dennis Wiggins and his wife Ginger, Marion Wiggins, and her step grandson Malcolm. A private service will be held for Mary in her hometown Winston-Salem by her family and friends.
Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Oct. 11, 2020
Benjamin Kidd Brewer
September 17, 1945 - September 28, 2023
Though for years, he had “one foot in the grave,” Ben Brewer plugged along as best he could and reminded us that it was “at least for one more day.” He finally met his last day on this earth on September 28, 2023, and as he has now left mortality, his unique personality and benevolent heart will be deeply missed by those who were fortunate enough (or unfortunate, as he would quip) to have crossed paths with him. Born September 17, 1945 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Ruth Alice McClenahan and Clyde Rowan Brewer, Ben spent his childhood with his much older Sister, Marion Jo, and brother, Johnny Mac, in a quaint neighborhood not too far from the Appalachian mountains - among thick trees, fireflies, and white wrap-around porches. He always valued relationships and years later as he kept in contact with extended family and grade school friends from the southern states, it was apparent who he was speaking with on the phone because almost immediately, his southern drawl would slip into his pronunciations, emphasizing certain syllables he hadn’t in years, such as, “calling the poh-leese, having “brackfest,” and getting the “ole” changed in his car.
Ben left North Carolina to serve an LDS mission in the Western States, Colorado, and New Mexico mission from 1965-1967, where, of course, he made and maintained life- long friendships with assigned companions and others with whom he associated while there. He then moved to Provo, Utah to attend BYU (graduated in 1970), where he met the lovely blond-haired, blue-eyed Sylvia Call. Their marriage was solemnized on December 27, 1968 in the Salt Lake LDS Temple. He is survived by his benevolent, patient, and devoted sweetheart. He would add merciful and long-suffering to her list of attributes and he claimed he was lucky that she “put up with him.” About Sylvia, he always said that he, “married above his station.”
Benjamin worked in advertising and, for the larger part of his life, in real estate and property management. He had an entrepreneurial drive and often had harebrained ideas that worried Sylvia, but usually panned out to be great successes. He was self- taught in many skills and put those talents to good use in his own home, businesses, and in service to others. He retired from the corporate world early when he was downsized by Zion’s Bank, an offense that he never pardoned and one that he would bring up for years. However, with his newly-found free time, he was able to expand his landlord-ship and was able to play his bass guitar, visit neighbors for homemade ice cream parties, and attend his kids’ soccer and baseball games more frequently.
Ben fathered and is survived by four children: “the twins” Alisa and Alan (Amberlee), Laura (Tyson), and David. He claims 13 grandchildren and loved all 13, even when he couldn’t remember their names or who belonged to whom. He was a devoted husband and father. Ben sacrificed to provide the temporal necessities of life and he supported his children in their endeavors. He was a loyal fan and proved it by attending countless games, concerts, events, and celebrations. He taught his children how to be frugal yet generous, ambitious and persistent, and how to love without judgment.
Ever the peacemaker, he desired for everyone around him to be comfortable and unburdened. He would do what was within his power to accomplish that noble objective. Once you crossed paths with Ben, you were in his life for good. He cared deeply for people and adopted them as pseudo family along his way. He would often strike up conversations with complete strangers simply to ask them, “What is your story?” And then, with full attention, he’d listen to their answer. He had an extraordinary ability to connect authentically with people from all walks of life. He saw people in their plights and his charitable heart helped many people in need - family and friends, tenants and neighbors, bandmates and schoolmates, in-laws and outlaws. His acts of kindness were numerous. He found various ways to serve, such as volunteering at the bishops’ storehouse where he reliably lent a hand even though he was routinely irritated with “the suits in Salt Lake.” He saved several lives by intuitively showing up for friends in desperate moments of anguish. He made everyone feel welcomed and valued. Ben always rooted for the underdog and loved a good Cinderella story. He genuinely celebrated the successes of those around him. He was especially proud of his kids’ various accomplishments.
One of the greatest loves of Ben’s life was music. He often said that he “marched to the beat of his own drummer.” Music seemed to be his way of making sense of the world and it was his solace. Many of his oft used metaphors had a musical reference. He talked about “harmonizing” with others and “resonating” with his fellow humans. He was drawn to it. At one point during Ben and Sylvia’s wedding reception, he excused himself to use the bathroom and when he didn’t return for awhile, he was discovered playing an old organ he happened upon down the hall. Benjamin’s music had the magical ability to uplift spirits and bring people together. In particular, he played the bass guitar and the piano beautifully. He was never much for sight reading, but could play by ear remarkably, making his renditions more appealing than the original versions in most instances. He played with several bands throughout his life, the most enduring being The Right Combonation, or “The Combo” as he liked to call it. His bandmates were close friends for decades, and he kept in touch with all of them, a theme that you may be noticing.
Ben had a quirky sense of humor, ever appreciating a good pun. He was also uninhibited and willingly made himself into the butt of a worthwhile joke. He could often be seen engaging in antics such as dressing up in random whacky costumes to contribute to ward talent shows, barking at his “brother from another mother” across the street, playing the keyboard and asking for tips outside of the office building where he was unemployed as of the previous day, making use of an abandoned pink and gold butterfly Halloween costume and trick-or-treating in a long curly blonde wig, stealing neighbors cars to “teach them a lesson,” not bothering to dress in more than his undergarments around the house, even when his kids’ friends were over, or attending a formal event where the other attendees were dressed in their Sunday best while he donned his bathrobe and swimsuit, making himself at home in the host’s hot tub and demanding to be served a root-beer float as he soaked. His playful spirit and unrestrained carefree nature brought laughter (and many times embarrassment to his family) to countless gatherings, reminding us to be ourselves and that there is always something to smile about - even if we have to create it. Ben enjoyed the simple things in life: a comfortable bed, a good bargain, his wife’s cooking, Hallmark Christmas movies, cold diet cokes, beaches, fish aquariums, and that “damn dog.” Even though he was allergic - he loved him more than anyone else and would often be caught cuddling with him on the couch.
Despite his curmudgeonly pessimism and anxiety that plagued him (and the rest of us) in his later years; about life, Benjamin humbly and optimistically wrote, “This journey has taken me into the depths of despair and to the mountain tops of elation. My mind has played tricks on me as I have searched. I have read the written word of many men and women professing to know the answers of my quest. There are no conclusions in my search, but I do know that happiness and wealth do not come from tangible articles. Therefore, it must come from spiritual wealth and understanding, and a heavy dose of family and friends. The world is really a beautiful place filled with beautiful people.”
Benjamin truly made the world a more harmonious place and his spirit lives on in the souls of all who knew him. His legacy will continue to inspire us to be better, to love more freely, to be silly more often, to work feverishly to reach our goals, and to play the music of our lives with passion and purpose.
If you wish, memorial donations may be made to the family to ease the burden of the burial and funeral expenses. Please, kindly submit your contribution to https://gofund.me/36db34e2 or directly to Sylvia, his widow.
Allred, John July 8, 1944 - October 20, 2023
John Hammett Allred, 79, of Cary, NC, passed away on October 20, 2023. He was born July 8, 1944, in Winston-Salem to Cliff and Viola Allred.
John was preceded in death by his loving wife Linda and is survived by his daughters Lisa Allred, Terri Allred, and Kristin Allred Spellacy, and grandchildren Dylan, Finn, Jack, Emma, and Elizabeth.
Upon graduation from R.J. Reynolds High School, John joined the Navy and then the Army Reserves to serve his country. John tirelessly and faithfully supported his family by working long hours in a variety of service positions and retiring from Circuit City to care for his wife Linda.
John loved the ocean, the beach, and collecting seashells. He was happiest by the ocean with his family. He was also a lifelong poet whose book of poetry was published by his daughters prior to his death.
Rather than funeral services, he requested a private scattering of his ashes comingled with his wife's ashes at the coast of NC.
City of Oaks Cremation
4900 Green Road, Raleigh, NC 27616
Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Nov. 5, 2023.