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| 2009 Obituaries Margaret Elaine Winebarger Tittle
Margaret Elaine Winebarger Tittle, 58, of Tittle Trail, died on Saturday, December 19, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Born in Caldwell County on August 4, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Bunum Lee and Pearl Ellen Cardwell Winebarger. She worked at Ingersol Rand and was of the Pentecostal faith. She is survived by her husband, Charles William Tittle of the home, a stepson, Joe Wayne Tittle of Bristol, TN; a stepdaughter, Charlene Tittle Crotts, of Advance; 2 sisters, Linda (Roy) Bryant and Gale (Larry) Rudisill; 2 brothers, Bynum (Wanda) Winebarger and Carroll Winebarger; one grandchild, Eathan Harding Groce; 3 step grandchildren, Tamara Cheri (Arthur) Isard, Dreama Tittle Rominger and Joseph Adam Crotts; and 5 step great grandchildren, Dallas Tyler Shoffner, Tristan Taylor Rominger, Dylan Reid Shoffner, Zackery Kalab Rominger and Landon Hunter Rominger. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Sirena Gayle Hicks. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Tittle was held on Tuesday, December 22, at 8:30 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Jerry Lynde and Rev. Tony Goins officiating. The famil received friends on Tuesday from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial was on Wednesday, December 23, at 1:00 p.m. in the Salisbury National Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Booker Stanley Cody Booker Stanley Cody, 55, of Dalton Road, died on Friday, December 18, 2009, at WFU Baptist Medical Center. Born in Rowan County on September 8, 1954, he was the son of the later Booker T. and Magdalene Wilson Cody. He worked for Clover Dairy and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Cody; 2 sons, Lee Cody and Booker Cody, Jr., both of Yadkinville; a daughter, Tanya Carroll of Staten Island, NY; 4 brothers, John Cody of Wingate, Samuel Cody of Clemmons, Edward Cody of Washington, DC and Floyd Cody of Shelby; 4 sisters, Deanna Cody, Brida L. Wilkins, and Mary Cody, all of Mocksville, and Debra Cody of Winston-Salem; 4 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Elmer Eaton, William Cody, and Charles D. Cody. A service to celebrate his life was held on Monday, December 21, at 8:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Gregory Dennis officiating. The family received friends from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Burial was in the Salisbury National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 24. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Sarah Jacqueline Slate Sarah Jacqueline Slate, 88, died on Wednesday, December 16, 2009, at Brian Center of Lexington. Born in Gaston County on May 25, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Francis Augustin and Lucy Gales Slate. She was retired as a French teacher at Lexington High School and was a member of the Mocksville Seventh-Day Adventist Church. She is survived by a nephew, Dr. Francis Slate and wife, Daphne, of Mocksville and a niece Glenda Brenner and husband, Michael, of Washington, DC, several cousins and great nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters. A Celebration of Life Service was held on Sunday, December 20, at 3:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Danny Pope and Rev. Mike Hill officiating. Burial was in Rose Cemetery. The family received friends on Sunday from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Hospice of Davidson County, 524 South State Street, Lexington, NC 27292. Condolences may sent to www.daviefuneralservice.com Willy Lane Guynn Willy Lane Guynn, 73, died on Tuesday, December 15, 2009, at Cedar Rock Assisted Living. Born in Carroll County, Virginia, on May 26, 1936, he was the son of the late Will and Lucy McMillan Guynn. He was retired from the Virginia D.O.T. and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by a son, Michael Guynn, a daughter, Teresa Ann Guynn; a brother, Jessie Guynn; 4 sisters, Beulah Goad, Bonnie Bonds, Josie Bain and Viola Ayers, and 1 grandchild. Services will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Lilly Mae Bolin Lilly Mae Bolin, 59, of Essic Road, Mocksville, a wonderful wife, mom, sister, aunt, godmother, and friend, died on Thursday, December 10, 2009, at WFU Baptist Medical Center. Born in Herndon, WV, on October 16, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Rufus and Becky Frances Byrd Tolbert. She was the owner of B & B Video and was of the Baptist faith. She was the loving wife of Roy Bolin of Mocksville, whom she married on March 28, 1970; loving mother to Natalie (Keith) Cook of Myrtle Beach, SC; Christopher James (Sarah) Bolin of Advance and David Brandon (Kayla) Bolin of Mocksville. She was a loving sister to Shirley (Robert) Finger of Harvard, IL and Ruth Bolin of Marengo, IL. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Linda Loffredo and by 5 infant brothers. The service to celebrate her life was held on Wednesday, December 16, at 12:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Bobby Russell officiating. Burial was at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the Salisbury National Cemetery. The family received friends on Tuesday, December 15, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. She rests in the arms of the angels now. She will be sorely missed by everyone who knew her. She had the ability to make everyone and all the animals feel loved and special.
Condolences may sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Janie Marie Allen Teague
Janie Marie Allen Teague, 48, of Creason Drive, died on Thursday, December 10, 2009, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Born in Forsyth County on July 26, 1961, she was the daughter of Helen Tate (James) Anderson of Mocksville and the late Victor Arnold Allen. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her mother, Mrs. Teague is survived by a son, Benji Eugene McDaniel of Mocksville; 2 daughters, Amanda Diane (Troy) Lee of Mocksville and Angela Marie (Shawn) Clemins of Wilkesboro; 2 brothers, Victor Arnold Allen, Jr. of Charlotte and William Mashburn Allen of Asheville; 2 sisters, Frankie Susan (Antonio) Allen and Gale (Sandy) Poplin, of Jonesville; 6 grandchildren, Austin, Destiny, Karrie, and Kenneth Lee and Haleigh and Nathan Clemins. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by a sister, Vickie Fay Goodman. A Celebration of Life Service was held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, December 14, in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Darrel Cox officiating. Burial was in the Jerusalem Baptist Church Cemetery. The family received friends on Sunday, December 13, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com.
Ronnie Lee Morgan Ronnie Lee Morgan, 40, of Fairfield Road, died on Wednesday, December 9, 2009, at his home. Born in Davie County on December 8, 1969, he was the son of Dorothy Nadine Tallent Spillman of Mocksville and the late William C. Morgan. He worked in construction and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his wife, Mellissa Gay Morgan; 2 sons, William Gray Morgan of Mocksville and Richard Charles Morgan of Tobaccoville; a daughter, Della May Cranford of Mocksville, a sister, Sondra Renay Morgan of Mocksville and 2 nieces, Cassondra Morgan and Hailey Chunn. A service to celebrate Ronnie’s life was held on Saturday, December 12, at 8:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Daniel Gamble Rev. James Marshall Tallent officiating. Burial was in Legion Memorial Park in Cooleemee. Pallbearers were David Spillman, Randle, Chris and Curtis Garretson, Dewayne Chunn and John Waller. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Agnes E. Fultz Agnes E. Fultz, 82, of Harmony, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2009. She was born on January 28, 1927, in Winston-Salem. She was retired from R. J. Reynolds and was a member of New Union U. M. Church. She is survived by one daughter, Lewana Weatherwax of Southport, NC; 3 sisters, Ruby Musick of Lakeland, FL, Nora Boling and Mary Duggins, both of Winston-Salem and 2 grandchildren, Kacie Stewart of Wilmington and Brian Stewart. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Emma Turner and her sister, Earlene. Family and friends will be welcome to say their final goodbyes on Tuesday, December 15, 2009, at New Union United Methodist Church at 1436 Sheffield Road, Mocksville. Visitation was from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. The service was at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, conducted by Pastor Steven K. Rainey. Burial was in the church cemetery. A very special remembrance to Sue R. Vaughn and her family for the years of love and care they gave Agnes. For those who wish, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Union U.M. Church, 1446 Sheffield Road, Mocksville, NC 27028 Condolences may sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Ralph C Galloway
Ralph C Galloway, 92, of Nancy Easter Loop, died on Tuesday, December 8, 2009, at Brian Center of Statesville. Born in Toronto, Ohio, on October 12, 1917, he was the son of the late Earl and Bertha Lambright Galloway. He was retired from Ohio Edison Electric Company and was of the Mormon faith.
Mr. Galloway is survived by his wife of 72 years, Opal May Varian Galloway; a son, Ralph A. (Ruth) Galloway of East Springfield, Ohio; a daughter, Shirley Darios, of Mocksville; 6 grandchildren, Bob, Lori and Bill of Florida, Pamela and Hollie of North Carolina and Gary of California; 11 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild. In addition to his parents, Mr. Galloway was preceded in death by 3 sisters, Dorothy, Violet and Lucille Galloway and 3 brothers, Clifford, Harold and Tom Galloway.
Services will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Jennifer Michelle Cook Dorsett Jennifer Michelle Cook Dorsett, 37, of Lexington, died on Monday, December 7, at her residence. Born in Davidson County on November 3, 1972, she was the daughter of John Raymond Cook of Linwood and the late Vickie Annette Robbins Cook. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her father, she is survived by her husband, Bobby Ray Dorsett, 2 sons, Christopher Ray Cook and Cameron Ray Dorsett; a sister and brother-in-law, Teresa Annette and John Michael Fritts of Linwood; 2 nieces Pamela Diane Cook and Amy Lashelle Fritts. A Celebration of Life service for Jennifer was held on Saturday, December 12, at 11:00 a. m. at Arrington Heights Freewill Baptist Church with Pastor Doug McGee officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family received friends on Friday, December 11, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service in Mocksville. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Davie Funeral Service to help with funeral expenses. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Daniel Dean Gaither Daniel Dean Gaither, 29, died on Sunday, December 6, 2009, at his residence. Born in Forsyth County on October 30, 1980, he was the son of Kathy Elizabeth Gaither of Mocksville. He was of the Methodist faith. In addition to his mother, Daniel is survived by his grandparents, Ruth Gaither and S. T. Snow; aunts and uncles, Brenda and Phil Crowe of Mocksville, Curtis and Retha Gaither of Harmony and Moony Gaither of Roaring River; great aunts and uncles, Harley and Brenda Chaffin, A.C. and Helen Ratledge, and Joe Tommy Chaffin, all of Mocksville; family friend, David Lanning and numerous cousins. A graveside service was held on Thursday, December 10, at 2:30 p.m. in the Ijames Baptist Church Cemetery. The family received friends on Thursday from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Grace Stewart Head
Grace Stewart Head, 89, of Merrell Lake Road, Mocksville, died on Sunday, December 6, 2009, at Davie Place. Born in Yadkin County on September 5, 1920, she was the daughter of the late J. S. and Rosa Reece Stewart. She retired from the Discount House in Mocksville and was a member of Fork Baptist Church. Mrs. Head is survived by 2 sons, James (Susan) Head of Troutman and Bobby (Sandie) Head of Pennsylvania; a daughter, Libby H. (Wilson) Merrell of Mocksville; 4 sisters, Jeanie Brown and Billie Brown of Yadkinville, Peggy (Clyde) Lipe of Salisbury and Amy Ridge of Greenville, SC; a brother, Leroy (Clara) Stewart of Kernersville; 7 grandchildren, Tim, Ricky, Kelly, Jodi, Brandon, Kim, and Melissa; 9 great and step great grandchildren, Brent, Courtney, Justin, Tyler, Garrison, Dalton, Grady, Madisyn, and Lillian Grace; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Head was preceded in death by a son, Bill Head; a granddaughter, Melissa Merrell; 4 brothers, Reece, John, Howard and James Stewart; and 3 sisters, Pauline Burgess, Dot Miller, and Baby Sister Stewart. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Head was on Wednesday, December 9, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Ken Evans officiating. Burial was in the Fork Baptist Church Cemetery. The family received friends on Wednesday from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Davie County Hospice & Palliative Care Center, 377 Hospital Street, Suite 103, Mocksville, NC 27028 or the Melissa Merrell Scholarship Fund, Fork Baptist Church, 3140 Hwy 64 East, Mocksville, NC 27028. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Jeremy Ray Helms
Jeremy Ray Helms, 32, of Greenvalley Drive, Goldsboro, died on Monday, November 30, 2009, in Mocksville. Born in Athens, Georgia, on October 7, 1977, he was the son of Donald Ray Helms of Goldsboro and the late Anna Marie Miller Helms. He was a self-employed fund-raiser for the Children’s Miracle Network and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his father, Jeremy is survived by a brother, Lloyd Cody Helms of Goldsboro; 2 sisters, Gina Helms and Sara Helms, of Goldsboro; a half-brother, Alan Helms of St. Louis, MO; a half-sister, Ladonna Hayne of Ohio and grandparents, Ervin and Lorene Godwin of Mocksville. No services are planned at this time. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Lathel Miller Combs
Lathel Miller Combs, 78, of Will Boone Road, died on Monday, November 23, at Wake Forest University Medical Center. Born in Lowell, NC, on April 5, 1931, she was the daughter of the late William and Coy Susie Lawrence Miller. She was retired from Burlington Mills in Cooleemee and was a member of Harvest Baptist Fellowship. Her husband, Hoyle W. Combs, preceded her in death on March 12, 2000. Mrs. Combs is survived by 5 daughters, Janice (Charles) McAbee, Joann Burton and Jill (Richie) Robertson, all of Mocksville, Amie (Jim) Janeski of Kannapolis and Sandra (Nathan) Barfield of Clemmons; a brother, Cletus (Mildred) Miller of Mocksville; 2 sisters, Edna Angel and Texola (Jay) Tucker, all of Mocksville; 10 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by a son, Hoyle Michael Combs, a grandson, Scotty McAbee; a brother, Doyle Miller and a sister, Myrtis Barnes. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Combs was held on Friday, November 27, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Pastor Will Pryor officiating. Burial was in the Liberty United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family received friends on Friday from 12:30 until 1:45 p.m. at the funeral home. For those who prefer, memorials may be made to Harvest Baptist Fellowship, P.O. Box 2145, Advance, NC 27006 Condolences may sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Calvin Coolidge “Coolie” Cline
Calvin Coolidge “Coolie” Cline, 85, of Duke Whittaker Road and formerly of Hwy 64 W, died on Monday, November 23, 2009, at Autumn Care of Mocksville. Born in Forsyth County on June 9, 1924, he was the son of the late Charlie Earnest and Eva T. Wagoner Cline. He was retired from Davie Auto Parts and was of the Baptist faith. On August 24, 1979, he married Regina Olivia Young Cline, who survives of the home. In addition to his wife, Mr. Cline is survived by 3 sons, Robert (Gail) Cline of Yadkinville, Roger Dean (Joyce) Cline of Traphill, NC and Loyd Alvis (Fran) Cline of Walnut Cove; a step-daughter, Annette Young of the home; a brother Hoyt Cline of Yadkinville; 3 sisters, Lois Witt of Kernersville, Gladys Adams of Farmington, and Ruby Heidt of Salisbury; 8 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Betty Colleen Cline; 3 brothers, Odell, Walter and Floyd Cline; and 2 sisters, Hazel Shelton and Addys Hutchins. The service to celebrate the life of Mr. Cline was held on Wednesday, November 25, at 2:00 p.m. at the Heaven Bound Full Gospel Church on US Hwy 64 W with Pastor James Ward and Kerley Young officiating. Mr. Cline lay in state for 1 hour at the church. Burial was in Rose Cemetery. The family received friends on Tuesday, November 24, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be made to Heaven Bound Full Gospel Church, 181 Hartley Road, Mocksville, NC 27028 or to Davie Funeral Service to assist the family with funeral expenses. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Carol Sue Schuerman Carol Sue Schuerman, 66, of Davie Street, Cooleemee, died on Friday, November 20, 2009, at Forsyth Medical Center. Born in Cook County, Illinois, on March 31, 1943, she was the daughter of Lillian Taylor Borio and the late Angelo Borio. She was an L.P.N. at Piedmont Correctional Institution in Salisbury and was of the Methodist faith. Mrs. Schuerman is survived by a son, Brian Schuerman of Mocksville; a daughter, Angie S. Garcia of Cooleemee; a brother, Harold Borio of California; 4 grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Timothy. A Celebration of Life service was held on Sunday, November 22, at 3:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Bro. Brian Schuerman officiating. The familyl received friends on Sunday from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Brandon Joseph Smith Brandon Joseph Smith, 18, of US Hwy 601 S, died on Thursday, November 5, 2009. Born in Ft. Lauderdale, FL on March 16, 1991, he was the son of Ronald E. Smith and Debra Mary Soloway Smith. Brandon attended Trinity Baptist Church and was a student at Davie High School. He also participated in Special Olympics. In addition to his parents, Brandon is survived by a step-mother, Tracy Smith, a brother, Michael Smith of Florida and step brother Jeremiah Wright of Hickory; a sister, Ashley Smith of Mocksville and step sister, Alexandria Wright of Hickory; grandparents, Walter and Mary Childress and Sandra Smith; three uncles, two aunts, and numerous cousins. The service to celebrate the life of Brandon was held on Tuesday, November 10 at 3:00 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church with the Rev. Steve Cox officiating. Burial followed in the Liberty UMC Cemetery. The family received friends on Monday, November 9 from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Special Olympics or for those who prefer, to the family to assist with the funeral expenses. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Aletha Ann Hill Aletha Ann Hill, 60, of Uwharrie Road, Archdale, died on Monday, November 2, 2009. Born on March 4, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Louis Valleix, Sr. and Marguerite Patterson Valleix. She was a homemaker and of the Catholic faith. She is survived by 3 sons, Lawrence F.. Hill, Jr., of Hampton, VA, Michael P. (Lisa) Hill of Virginia Beach, VA and James K. Hill of High Point; a brother, Louis Valleix, Jr. of Sneads Ferry, NC; 2 sisters, Mary Sloan of Statesville and Marguerite Haupt of Trinity; 2 grandsons, Michael and Jason Hill and a special friend, Scott Spencer. A celebration of life service was held on Saturday, November 7, at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Davie Funeral Service in Mocksville. The family received friends on Saturday from 12:00 until 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Dorothy Dee True Davis Dorothy Dee True Davis, 95, of Hwy 801 S, died on Friday, October 30, 2009, at the Laurels of Salisbury. Born in Marion County, Illinois, on June 5, 1914, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Ollie Brown True. She was a nurses’ aid and was a member of the Calument Christian Church. She was preceded in death by husbands Arome Hutchins and James Edward Davis. Mrs. Davis is survived by 2 daughters, Judith (Marvin) Broviak of Advance and Carolyn (Cleo) Wells of Granite City, IL and a sister, Ruth Garrison of Illinois. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was preceded in death by a son, Robert Hutchins, 4 brothers, Basil, Burt, Cecil and Virgil True and 4 sisters, Flossie Cramler, Edith Cameon, Ida Barton and Bernice Kell. Graveside services for Mrs. Davis were held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 5 at the Hillcrest Memorial Park in Centralia, Illinois. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Luther Donald Moon
Luther Donald Moon, 75, of Houston Road, died on Saturday, October 24, 2009, at his home. Born in Gadsden, Alabama, on August 5, 1934, he was the son of the late Paul Moon and Ethel Lancaster Moon Driskell. Mr. Moon was married to Inez Bolin Moon for 52 years. He was of the Baptist faith and retired from Fiber Industries after 32 years. In addition to his wife, Mr. Moon is survived by two sons, Jimmy (Sandra) Moon of Mocksville, and Gerald Moon of Winston-Salem; three daughters, Vicky (John) Hudson, of Advance, Janet Moon of Mocksville, and Michele Moon of Clemmons; a sister, Frances Anderson of Cooleemee; four grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; and special friend, David Dalton. A Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Moon was conducted on Tuesday, October 27, at 7:30 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Chaplain Fred Moretz officiating. The family received friends one hour prior to the service. The family requests that memorials be considered for Hospice & Palliative Care Center, 377 Hospital Street, Suite 103, Mocksville, NC 27028 Special thanks to Melinda, Ron, Jesse, Fred, and Bob of Hospice of Davie County. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Carroll Anderson Steele
Carroll Anderson Steele, 56, of Rosewood Assisted Living in Harmony, and formerly of Cooleemee, died on Wednesday, October 21, 2009, at Rosewood. Born in Rowan County on November 22, 1952, he was the son of Sue Wagner Steele-Correll of Cooleemee and the late Quentin Anderson Steele. He was a member of Cooleemee First Baptist Church. In addition to his mother, Carroll is survived by a brother W. L. (Joyce) Steele, Sr., 2 sisters, Quentina (Phil) Price and Salynn (Phil) Jarrell; 4 nephews, Will, Quentin, Evan and Max, a niece, Quenna and a grandniece, Lila. A graveside service was held on Sunday, November 22, at 2:00 p.m. in Legion Memorial Park in Cooleemee. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a church or charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Barry Lee Underwood Barry Lee Underwood, 45, of Aarons Corner Church Road, Westfield, NC, died on Thursday, October 15, 2009, at WFU Baptist Medical Center. Born in Baltimore, MD, on July 30, 1964, he was the son of the late Shirley and Edith Marie Watkins Underwood. He was a printer in the textile industry and was of the Pentecostal Holiness faith. Barry is survived by 4 sons, Tory Underwood, Kerry Underwood, and Gavin Underwood of Hoodsport, WA and Justin Underwood of Seattle, WA; 2 brothers, David (Sally) Underwood of MD and Steven (Debbie) Underwood of Westfield; 2 sisters, Carolyn (Franklin) Wood and Regina Dyess, of Dade City, FL and a granddaughter, Baily Underwood. A Celebration of Life Service was held on Saturday, October 17, at 2:00 p.m. at the Lewisville Pentecostal Holiness Church, 6275 Jennings Road, Lewisville Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Lillian Elois Richardson Tallent Lillian Elois Richardson Tallent, 83, of Cricket Lane, Advance, went to be with Christ after a traffic accident on Wednesday, October 7, 2009. Born in Davie County on May 9, 1926, she was the daughter of the late James Nathaniel Richardson, Sr. and Chessie Alma Carter Richardson. She was a homemaker and was a member of the Mocksville Church of God. Mrs. Tallent is survived by her husband, Russell C. Tallent; 2 daughters, Joy (Bill) Tuttle and Etta Karen, all of Advance; 2 sisters, Sadie Rice of Mocksville and Irene Hege of Lexington; 5 grandchildren, Curtis Clements, Rhonda Renee Hildreth, James Clements, Ronnie Becraft and Billy Tuttle and 18 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Otis Boles, a daughter, Sharon Elois Boles and 2 brothers, James N. Richardson, Jr. and Everette Richardson. A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Tallent was held on Saturday, October 10 at 11:00 a.m. at Mocksville Church of God with Brother Larry Hollifield officiating. She lay in state 30 minutes prior to the funeral hour. Burial followed in Fork Baptist Church Cemetery. The family received friends on Friday, October 9 from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. The family asks that memorials be considered to Mocksville Church of God Building Fund, c/o Joy Tuttle, 862 US Hwy64 E, Mocksville, NC 27028. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Michael Stanley Wright
Michael Stanley Wright, 32, of Carters Ridge Road, died on Saturday, October 3, 2009, at his home. Born in Lorain, Ohio, on November 3, 1976, he was the son of Stanley A. and Shirley Ann Winkler Wright of Advance. He served in the U. S. Army from 2001 until 2004 in Iraq in Operation Enduring Freedom and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was of the Baptist faith and attended Victory Baptist Church in Cooleemee. In addition to his parents, Michael is survived by his wife, Sabrina Rose Skipper Wright, whom he married on January 22, 2008; a son, Erik James Wright of Bellevue, Ohio, a stepson, Nikolus Famiano of Kernersville, NC; a stepdaughter, Madisun Famiano of Lexington, NC; a brother, Jeffery A. (Brandy) Wright of Welcome, NC and his grandmother, Doris Wright Fritz of Rock, WV. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Lowery Wright, Charles Winkler and Louise Meszoras Winkler. A Celebration of Life Service for Michael was conducted on Wednesday, October 7, at 9:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Shelby Harbour officiating. The family received friends on Wednesday from 7:30 until 9:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Inurnment in the columbarium at Salisbury National Cemetery was on Monday, October 12 with full military honors by the Rowan Veterans Council and the National Guard. The family requests that memorials be considered for the AWANA program c/o Victory Baptist Church, PO Box 686, Cooleemee, NC 27014 Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. John Richard Stephenson, Jr. John Richard Stephenson, Jr., 56, of Michaels Road, Mocksville, died on Thursday, October 1, 2009, at Forsyth Medical Center. Born in Buffalo, NY, on December 7, 1952, he was the son of Alice Frances Tomzak Stephenson of Buffalo, NY, and the late John Richard Stephenson, Sr. He was employed by Asco Power Technology of Lexington, NC. He is survived by his wife, Mary Noble Stephenson; a daughter, Susan (Aaron) Stephenson of Mocksville; 2 stepdaughters, Mary Elizabeth Cook of Kansas City, KS and Valerie Cook (James) Gallimore of Salisbury, NC; 3 stepsons, Charles (Yeli) Cook of Plano, TX, Stephen (Petra) Carter of Hamptonville, NC and Dana Carter of Irvine, CA; a sister, Jaqueline (John) Bay of Auburn, NY and a grandson, Richard Plowman. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Stephenson. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Frank David Springer Frank David Springer, 97, died on Wednesday, September 30, 2009, at Davie Place. Services will be private. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Charles Christopher Andrews Charles Christopher Andrews, 24, of Flynt Street, died on Sunday, September 27, 2009, at his residence. Born in Davidson County on August 22, 1985, he was the son of the late Charles Ray Andrews and Deborah Crenshaw Waller, of Lexington, who survives. He was employed by Charles Andrews Roofing and attended Arrington Heights Freewill Baptist Church .. In addition to his mother, Chris is survived by 3 brothers, Kenneth Andrews, Jonathan Hill, and David Andrews, all of Lexington; 2 sisters, Ashley Andrews of Winston-Salem and Shannah Hinton, of Lexington, and his fiance, Melanie Grooms. The service to celebrate Chris’ life was held on Wednesday, September 30, at 11:00 a.m. at Arrington Heights Freewill Baptist Church with Pastor Doug McGee and Preacher Clyde Akers officiating. The family received friends on Wednesday from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m. at the church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Ryland Zachary Willard Ryland Zachary Willard, 2, of Boozie Lane, Mocksville, died on Sunday, September 27, 2009, at Brenner Children’s Hospital. Born on September 9, 2007, Ryland was the son of Blaine Dean and Danielle DeMars Willard. In addition to his parents, Ryland is survived by a sister, Mckenzie Rose Willard; paternal grandparents, Dallas and Linda Willard of Mocksville, maternal grandparents, Ron and Lois DeMars of Greensboro, his great grandmother, Delano Newman and several aunts, uncles and cousins. The service to celebrate Ryland’s life was held on Saturday, October 3, at 11:00 a.m. at Hope Baptist Tabernacle with Rev. Chris Cantrell officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 2, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Eugene Huntley Keaton Eugene Huntley Keaton, 88, formerly of Hwy 801 N, died on Wednesday, September 9, 2009, at Davie Place. Born in Davie County on January 6, 1921, he was the son of the late John Lewis and Mary Barney Keaton. He was retired from Hanes and operated a saw mill where he cut and sold wood. He was also a member of Clemmons Baptist Church where drove the church bus. Mr. Keaton was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Mary Edith Binkley Keaton. Mr. Keaton is survived by a son, William Keaton, of Carroll County, VA; 4 daughters, Robin (Darrell) Leatherman of Woodleaf, Rhonda Poarch of Winston-Salem, Phyllis (Charlie) Keaton of Farmington and Brenda Waller of Mocksville; a brother, J. W. Keaton of Sheffield; 13 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Keaton was preceded in death by a son, Wesley Keaton, a daughter, Wilma Waller; 2 brothers, Monroe and Chal Keaton, and 3 sisters, Gladys Myers, Lizzie Jones, and Mary Ruth Smith and a grandson, Brandon Miller. The service to celebrate the life of Mr. Keaton was held on Saturday, September 12, at 11:00 a. m. at Farmington Baptist Church with Pastor Danny Dillard officiating. Burial followed in the Farmington Community Cemetery. The family received friends on Friday, September 11, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Memorials may be made to the church or charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Evelyn Anderson Evelyn Anderson, 61, died on Tuesday, September 8, at Cedar Rock Assisted Living in Mocksville. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Phillip Charles Graham Phillip Charles Graham, 21, of Zephyrhills, Florida, died on Monday, September 7, 2009, at his residence. Born in Tampa, Florida, on August 13, 1988, he was the son of David Alan Graham of Mocksville and Michelle Lee Townsend Wainwright of Zephyrhills, Florida. He attended Davie County High School during his freshman and sophomore years. In addition to his parents, Phillip is survived by his other “mother”, Carol "Susie" Graham of Mocksville; 3 brothers, Sean Graham of Sylva, NC and Vincent and Christopher Anderson of Zephyrhills, FL; his paternal grandparents, David and Cherie Graham of Mocksville; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, and good friends who helped to raise him, Ron Atkins, Lee Calhoon, Steve Usher, and Maura Kormos, all of Tampa, FL. Phillip was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, James and Christine Townsend and his paternal great parents, Charles and Violet Graham. Phillip’s life will be celebrated on Saturday, September 19, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel. Inurnment will be at the residence of David and Carol Sue Graham followed by a time of food and fellowship to celebrate life. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Davie Funeral Service to help with funeral expenses or to Brenner Children’s Hospital, Medical Ctr. Blvd., Winston-Salem, NC 27157, where Phillip received a kidney transplant in 2002. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Herbert Ellis Hill
Herbert Ellis Hill, 67, of Parkview Lane, King, died on Friday, September 4, 2009, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem. Born in Scott County, VA, on May 25, 1942, he was the son of the late Henry and Nora Frazier Hill. He served in the U.S. Army for 15 years and received numerous medals and citations for his service in Vietnam. He was of the Baptist faith and was retired from Salem Electric Company. Mr. Hill is survived by 3 sons, Tommy Ellis Hill, Curtis Lee (Mitzi) Hill and Leroy (Mary) Hill, all of Mocksville; a daughter, Mildred (Eric) Howard of Mocksville; 2 brothers, Roy (Toni) Hill of Frankfort, IN and Ricky Hill of Big Stone Gap, VA; 5 sisters, Dolly Hill of Frankfort, IN, Eva Mae (Tom) Noe of Clarksville, IN; Betty Sue (Robert) Stevens and Irene Harness, both of Frankfort, IN and Frances (Jim) Ferrell of Ferguson, KY; 5 grandchildren, Angela Christine Shore of Winston-Salem, Brandon Lee Hill, Kelly Howard, Elizabeth Howard and James Barber, all of Mocksville. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hill was preceded in death by a brother, Eddie James Hill; 2 sisters, Lorene Moore and Annie Hill and a great grandson, James Anthony Barber.
The service to celebrate the life of Mr. Hill was held on Wednesday, September 9, at 12:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Jim Gryder officiating. Burial was at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the Salisbury National Cemetery with full military honors. The family received friends on Tuesday, September 8, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Kimberly Ann Williams
Kimberly Ann Williams, 49, of Maria Lane, Woodleaf, died on Friday, September 4, 2009, at Rowan Regional Medical Center. Born in Davie County on November 22, 1959, she was the daughter of the late Lewis Ray Spry and the late Wanda Geraldine Stiller Garmon. She was of the Presbyterian faith. Kimberly is survived by her husband, Larry Williams, of the home; a son, Travis Lee Waller of South Carolina, a daughter, Wendy Dawn Kimmer of Concord, NC; a sister, Vicky (Sid) Nail of Cooleemee; 2 brothers Ray (Donna) Spry of Mocksville and Joey Spry of Concord and 4 grandchildren, Frandia Kimmer, Patrick and Austin Rogers, and Preston James. A service to celebrate the life of Kimberly was held on Monday, September 7, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Gary Blalock and Rev. Larry Thompson officiating. Burial was in Legion Memorial Park in Cooleemee. The family received friends on Sunday, September 6, from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service.. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Lana Kay Salmons
Lana Kay Salmons, 59, of Turkeyfoot Road, died on Monday, August 31, 2009, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Born in Jacksonville, NC, on July 6, 1950, she was the daughter of the Charlie Brown, Jr. and Kathleen Smith Brown of Mocksville. She was a homemaker and attended Believers Sunship Tabernacle Church. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband of 40 years, Robert “Dean” Salmons; a daughter, Tresa (Robert, Jr.) Meyst of Winston-Salem; a brother, Charlie Patrick (Beth) Brown of Mocksville; 2 sisters, Faye Brown (Brant) Hass and Felisa Brown, of Mocksville and a grandson, Thomas Rich Salmons. A Celebration of Life Service for Mrs. Salmons was held on Thursday, September 3, at 2:30 p.m. at Believers Sonship Tabernacle on Angell Road with Pastor Jerry Couch officiating. She lay in state 30 minutes before the service. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family received friends on Wednesday, September 2, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. The family asks that memorials be considered for Believers Sonship Cemetery Fund, 115 Potters Lane, Mocksville, NC 27028. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. John Bruce White John Bruce White, "Bruce", 62 of Dulin Road, died on Saturday, August, 22 2009, at his home. Born in Wilkes County on October 21, 1946, he was the son of the late Ruby Ethel White. He was an electronic technician for Bell South and was of the Methodist faith. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam conflict. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Billie Ann Powe White. Mr. White is survived by a brother, Jessie White of Gastonia, 2 sisters, Gwinn Harris and India Wyatt of North Wilkesboro and several nieces and nephews. The service to celebrate the life of Mr. White was held on Tuesday, August 25, at 3:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Shane Young officiating. Burial followed in Westlawn Garden of Memory in Clemmons. The famil received friends on Monday, August 24, from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Memorials are requested for Hospice and Pallative Care of Davie County, 377 Hospital Street, Mocksville, NC 27028. Judy Ann Kennedy Judy Ann Kennedy, 69, of Cates Avenue, Thomasville, died on Friday, August 21, at the Hospice Home of High Point. Born in Davidson County on July 3, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Ray Beecher and Bessie Jane Gooch Kennedy. She had been employed at TFI Industries in Thomasville and was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by 37 first cousins. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at the Carolina Memorial Church in Thomasville. Burial will be private. Elizabeth Hunter Grady Beasty
Elizabeth Hunter Grady Beasty, 83, of Advance, died on Thursday, August 20, 2009, at Clemmons Village II. Born in Paisley, Scotland, on June 1, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Austin and Janet Hunter Grady. She was a homemaker and a member of Bethlehem United Methodist Church. Her husband, Edward William Beasty, preceded her in death on May 24, 2006. Mrs. Beasty is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Jack Evans, of Alexandria, Virginia and a grandson, Andrew Evans. A celebration of life service was held on Saturday, August 22, at 2:00 p.m. at Bethlehem United Methodist Church with Rev. Barry Lemons officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family received friends on Saturday from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. at the church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Paul Allen Moore Paul Allen Moore, 84, of Pepperstone Drive, died on Tuesday, August 11, 2009, at his home. Born in Belmont, MS, on February 24, 1925, he was the son of the late James William and Zula Moore. Mr. Moore retired from the US Army in 1964 as a 1st Sgt. after serving our country for 23 years. He served in WW II in the 36th Texas Division. He fought in Naples-Foggia, Rome-Arno, Southern France, Rhineland and Central Europe. He was highly decorated receiving a Purple Heart with one OLC, a Bronze Star and a Bronze Indian Arrowhead. He served in Japan during its occupation. His last tour of duty was Camp Machinato, Okinawa. Mr. Moore was an active member of Green Meadows Baptist Church and was an ordained deacon. His wife of 48 years, Dorothy Mae Dehart Moore, preceded him in death on March 24, 2009. Mr. Moore is survived by a son, Timothy Moore of Cookeville, TN; 3 daughters, Diane Crowley of Independence, MO, Linda (Jim) Pullen of Falls Church, VA and Faye (James) Hutchins of Mocksville; 5 grandchildren, Denise (Bill) McConnell of Marbury, MD, Patty Pullen of Winchester, VA, Wendy (Tim) King and Jay (Lori) Hutchins of Mocksville and Dean Moore of Fremont, NE and 4 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Moore was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Albert Lee “Bud” Moore and Travis Moore and a sister, Audrey Gardner. The service to celebrate Mr. Moore’s life was held on Saturday, August 15, at 11:00 a.m. at Green Meadows Baptist Church with Rev. Michael Waters officiating. He will lay in state for 30 minutes prior to the funeral hour. Burial was in the church cemetery with full military honors accorded by the US Army 20th Engineer Brigade from Fort Bragg. The familyreceived friends on Friday, August 14, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. For those who prefer, memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care of Davie and Forsyth Counties or Green Meadows Baptist Church. The family wishes to sincerely thank Hospice and Palliative Care of Davie and Forsyth Counties for their assistance.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Lillis Jane Penninger Lillis Jane Ijames Penninger, 87, of Needmore Road, Woodleaf, died on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, at Genesis Eldercare in Salisbury. Born in Davie County on January 30, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Jimmie Lee and Mary Maude Smith Ijames. She was had worked J. F. Ledford General Store in Cooleemee and was a member of Cooleemee Presbyterian Church. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Penninger was preceded in death by her husband, Otis Lee Penninger; a son, Dana Lee Penninger; a brother, Fred Lee Ijames and 2 sisters, Carman F. Ijames and Reba Barron Ijames. She is survived by several nieces and nephews. A graveside service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Penninger was held on Thursday, August 6, at 11:00 a.m. at Rowan Memorial Park with Pastor John Groff officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested for Cooleemee Presbyterian Church, P. O. Box 27, Cooleemee, NC 27014. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Peter Paul "Pete" Nickolenko Peter Paul “Pete” Nickolenko, Jr., 59, of US Hwy 601S, died on Wednesday, July 22, 2009, at his home. Born in Detroit, MI, on June 3, 1950, he was the son of Olga Roha Nickolenko of Detroit, MI, and the late Peter Paul Nickolenko, Sr. He was a logistics manager and was of the Catholic faith. He served in the U. S. Marines during the Vietnam War and was a member of Kennedy Hall American Legion Post 106. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Karen Long of Salisbury; 3 daughters, Stacy (John) Hawkes of California, Sandra (Eric) Horne of Granite Quarry, NC and Wendy (Wade) Vernon of Mocksville; a brother, Paul Nickolenko of Detroit, MI; and 5 grandchildren, Samantha Hawkes, John and Stephen Ward, Thomas and Andy Vernon. He was also preceded in death by his dog, “Tiffany.” A celebration of life service was held on Monday, July 27, at 2:00 p.m. at the Salisbury National Cemetery with services and full military honors by the V.F.W. Memorial Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorials be considered to the Davie County EMS, 114 Dr. Slate Drive, Mocksville, NC 27028. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Roberta Ann Kennedy of Beckley, WV and Shirley Compton of Sissonville, WV. She was a homemakder and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Jeremiah D. Kennedy, whom she married on April 14, 2004; 4 sons, Robert Honeycutt, Zackery Honeycutt and Tyler Honeycutt of Spencer, NC and Jeremiah D. Kennedy II of the home; a brother, Billy James Pinson of Sissonville, WRoberta Ann Kennedy, 34, of Nolley Road, Mocksville, died on Sunday, July 19, 2009, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Born in Kanawha, WV, on July 21, 1974, she was the daughter of Billy Pinson V and a sister, Rebecca Pinson of Marmet, WV and her mother-in-law, Katherine Wallace of Mt. Ulla. NC. A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Kennedy was held on Monday, July 20, at 4:00 p.m. in the chapel of Davie Funeral Service with Pastor Wayne Branch officiating. The family received friends on Monday from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials are requested for Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. The family would like to express their thanks for the love and care shown to Mrs. Kennedy at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Harold Wayne Higgins Harold Wayne Higgins, 55, of Deer Run Drive, Mocksville, died on Saturday, July 18, at his home. Born in Havre de Grace, MD, on June 10, 1954, he was the son of the late Donald Key and Reba Dale Dixon Higgins. He was an arcade manager and was of the Baptist faith. He served in the U. S. Army during the Viet Nam era. Mr. Higgins is survived by his wife, Terry B. Higgins; a stepson, Timothy Shinault of Mocksville; 3 stepdaughters, Tracie (Joe) Robinson of Baltimore, MD, Tammy Wilson and Pam Lambe, both of Burlington, NC; 3 brothers, Ricky (Teresa) Higgins of Yadkinville, David (Brenda) Higgins of Harmony and Edward Higgins of Baltimore, MD; 3 sisters, Judy Wagoner of Whitsett, NC, Amy Simpson of Mt. Airy and Mona Higgins of Baltimore, MD; 2 step grandchildren, Samantha and Alexis Robinson; special friends, Peggy and Kent Wilson of Liberty, NC and several nieces and nephews. No services are planned at this time. Memorials are requested for Hospice and Palliative Care, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. The family would like to thank Hospice and Palliative Care for the loving care provided for Mr. Higgins. Dannie Worrell Dannie Worrell, 74, of Hillcrest Street, died on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at Forsyth Medical Center. Mr. Worrell was born on November 25, 1934 in Athens, WV. He served in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict and was of the Baptist faith. A graveside service with full military honors by the VFW Memorial Honor Guard was held on Wednesday, July 22 at 1:00 p.m. at Salisbury National Cemetery Violet Marie Graham
Violet Marie Graham, 89, of Jericho Church Road, Mocksville, NC, died on Thursday, July 16, 2009. Born in Marion County, Indiana, on February 20, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Grover and Charlotte Staab Walden. She was retired from Rohr Aircraft Corporation and was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Mocksville. Her husband, Charles Leo Graham, preceded her in death. Mrs. Graham is survived by two sons, David C. (Cherie) Graham of Mocksville and Daniel J. (Jacquie) Graham of Gainesville, VA.; a daughter, Diane M. (Brian) Drumm of Cumberland, IN.; a sister, Barbara (Dale) Taylor of FL; 7 grandchildren, David A. Graham of Mocksville, Virginia M. Tebelau of Thornton, CO., Christine A. Barr of Gainesville, FL., Brian Graham of Martinsburg, WV; Kevin Graham of Arlington, VA.; Nicole Genier and Tara Perry of Indianapolis, IN.; 12 great grandchildren,Sean and Phillip Graham, Brett and Dana Slowey, Katie and Carrie Graham, Colin Manifold, Ocean and Summer Perry, Nathan, Maggie and Patrick Barr; and a great great grandson, Seth Adam Graham. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Graham was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Grover, Richard and James Walden and 2 sisters, Carolyn Dille and Neva Jean Craft. A visitation for Mrs. Graham was held on Saturday, July 18, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service in Mocksville with a Blessing and Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Father Andrew Draper officiating. She was taken to the Little and Sons Funeral Home in Beech Grove, In. where a visitation was held on Monday, July 20 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, July 21, at the Holy Name Catholic Church in Beech Grove at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Father Don Quinn officiating. Burial was in the Calvary Cemetery in Indianapolis. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Cathy Lynn Gross Tews Cathy Lynn Gross Tews, 45, of Harvest Drive, died on Friday, July 10, 2009, at Thomasville Medical Center. Born in Baltimore County, Maryland, on February 23, 1964, she was the daughter of the later Hurbert and Gloria Jean Riffe Gross. She had worked at Wagner Woodcraft and was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by a son, Richard Boone of Thomasville; a daughter, Gloria Boone of High Point; 2 sisters, Diana (William) Garrett and Tina Gross, both of Thomasville, and 5 grandchildren. A celebration of life service was held on Wednesday, July 15, at 6:30 p.m. at the Light for Christ Ministry, 518 Lawndale Ave. in High Point with Rev. J. R. Hughart officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. John Lawrence McCulloh John Lawrence McCulloh, 45, of Mt. Vernon Road, Woodleaf, died on Thursday, July 9, 2009, at Forsyth Medical Center. Born in Rowan County on August 9, 1963, he was the son of the late John Franklin McCulloh and Phyllis Mayhew Marshall, of Woodleaf, who survives. In addition to his mother, Mr. McCulloh is survived by a daughter, Haley McCulloh of Woodleaf; a brother, Jeff McCulloh of Woodleaf; a sister, Kim AlJaberi of Statesville and his grandmother, Ethel “Tom” Mayhew of Woodleaf. The service to celebrate the life of Mr. McCulloh was held on Saturday, July 11, at 2:00 p.m. at the Needmore Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Lane officiating. He lay in state from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family received friends in the church fellowship hall after the service on Saturday. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Davie Funeral Service of Mocksville is serving the family of Mr. McCulloh. Patricia Ann Griffin
Patricia Ann Griffin, 64, of Mechanic Road, Asheboro, died on Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at the Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington. Born in New Hanover County on September 20, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Furman Charles and Inez Stanley Wilson. She was retired from Jockey International and was a member of North Church of God. Mrs. Griffin is survived by her husband, Richard Griffin; 2 sons, Mark Anthony Griffin and Randy Wayne Griffin, both of Asheboro; a sister, Linda G. Lindsay, of Holden Beach and 3 grandchildren, Thomas Lewis, Londa Lewis, and Micheala Griffin. The service to celebrate her life was held on Friday, July 10, at 2:00 p.m. at the North Asheboro Church of God with Rev. Scotty Daniels officiating. Burial was in the Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery at 2179 W.O.W. Road in Randleman. The family received friends on Friday from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. at the church. Condolences may sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com.
Jerzy Wlodarczyk Jerzy Wlodarczyk, 60, of Court Square, died on Thursday, July 2, at his home. Born in Walbrzych, Poland, on February 11, 1949, he was the son of the late Wladyslaw and Aleksandra Kwiecien Wlodarczyk. He was a quality control inspector for Hayworth Industries and a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Mr. Wlodarczyk is survived by his wife, Danuta Kasprzyk Wlodarczyk; one son, Jarek (Shelby) Wlodarczyk of Lower Burrell, PA, one brother, Edward (Dolores) Urbanowicz of New Jersey, two granddaughters, Ella and Meadow Wlodarczyk, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Maria Zakamarek. The Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Wlodarczyk was held on Monday, July 6, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with Rev. Father Andrew Draper officiating. Burial was in Forsyth Memorial Park. The family received friends on Sunday, July 5 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Davie Funeral Service is serving the family of Jerzy Wlodarczyk. James Wilson Bailey James Wilson Bailey, 59, of Cross Creek Blvd., Callahan, FL, died on Sunday, June 28, at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center in Spartanburg, SC. Born in Davie County, North Carolina, on August 1, 1949, he was the son of the late Charlabell Jones and John Wesley Bailey Sr. He was a truck driver and served in the US Navy; he was also of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his wife, Cathy Manners Bailey; 3 sons, James Wilson Bailey, Jr. of Florida., Terry Bailey of Midland, NC and Bobby Bailey of Polkton, NC; 3 brothers, David Bailey of Mocksville, Gary Broadway of Charlotte, NC, and Donny Harris of Florida; 3 sisters, Mary Jane Cook of China Grove, Charlene Helmstetler of Lexington and Kathy Owens of Mocksville; and four grandchildren. The service to celebrate James’ life was held on Friday, July 3, at 2:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service Chapel with the Rev. Hazel Rollings. Graveside service with full military honors were conducted Monday, July 6, at 11:00 a.m. at Salisbury National Cemetery with the Rev. Junior Bailey. The family received friends on Friday following the service in chapel. Memorials are requested to the American Heart Association, 4217 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060. Kim Marie Chase Kim Marie Chase, 49, of Pine Ridge Road, Mocksville, died on Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at Forsyth Medical Center. Born in Clinton County, New York, on April 26, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Harold John Wrisley and Myrna Georgiana Miller Miller of Plattsburgh, NY, who survives. She was employed at the U. S. Post Office in Advance and was a member of Trinity Baptist Church where she taught a 4 and 5 year old Sunday School class. In addition to her mother and stepfather, Howard Miller, Kim is survived by her husband, Timothy Chase, whom she married on August 6, 1983; a daughter, Tamara (Rusty) Miller of Mocksville; a stepdaughter, Natasha Paris of Advance; 2 brothers, Loren Wrisley of Highland Mills, NY and Brian Wrisley of Mocksville; a sister, Lori (Raymond) Courchesne of Advance; a grandson, Levi Miller and a step granddaughter, Rylee. The service to celebrate Kim’s life was held on Sunday, June 28, at 4:00 p.m. at the Trinity Baptist Church with Rev. Darrell Cox officiating. Burial was in the Turrentine Baptist Church cemetery. The family received friends on Saturday, June 27, from 6:00 until 8:30 p.m. at Trinity Baptist Church. For those who prefer, memorials may be made to Trinity Baptist Church, 2722 US Hwy 601 South, Mocksville, NC 27028. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Elizabeth Michelle Deese
Elizabeth Michelle Deese, 32, of Highway 801 S, Cooleemee, died on Monday, June 22, 2009. Born in Rowan County on December 17, 1976, she was the daughter of Tonie Brogdon Moore of Cooleemee and the late Tony Barnette Deese. Michelle attended Davie County High School and enjoyed doing sketch drawings, writing poetry, playing music and the drums, nature and collecting nature items and playing video games with her son. In addition to her mother, Michelle is survived by her son, Tony Martin “Buddy” Deese of Cooleemee; a sister, Jennifer Louise Cope and a brother, Anthony Foyell Cope, both of Cooleemee; a niece, Ava Mae Cope; her grandparents who raised her, Foyell and Cassie Brogdon, of Cooleemee and a special aunt, Claudie Deese, of Rockwell. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Claude and Betty Deese. The service to celebrate Michelle’s life was held on Thursday, June 25, at 2:00 p.m. at the Cooleemee Church of God with Rev. Steve Morrison and Rev. Robert Floyd officiating. Entombment was in the mausoleum at Rowan Memorial Park. The family received friends at the church from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Hoyle Michael Combs
Hoyle Michael Combs, 50, of Will Boone Road, died on Saturday, June 20, 2009, at Davie County Hospital. Born in Davie County on March 11, 1959, he was the son of the late Hoyle W. Combs and Lathel Miller Combs, who survives. He was a drywall contractor and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his mother, Mr. Combs is survived by his wife of 29 years, Lavada Stevens Combs; 3 sons, Johnny (Heather) Spaugh of Monroe, GA, Michael Combs of Salisbury and Bobby (Martha) Combs of Monroe, GA; 4 daughters, Amanda Combs of Monroe, GA, Shylnn (Bobby) Parker of Woodleaf, Maranda Stevens and Nicole Milles, both of Salisbury; 3 sisters, Janice (Charles) McAbee of Mocksville, Joann Burton and Jill (Richie) Roberson, all of Mocksville and 16 grandchildren. The service to celebrate the life of Mr. Combs was held on Wednesday, June 24, at 11:00 a. m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Pastor Will Pryor officiating. Burial was in the Legion Memorial Park in Cooleemee. The family received friends on Tuesday, June 23, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Lois Marie Cranford Broadway Lois Marie Cranford Broadway, 61, of Paw Paw Lane, received her wings at home on June 20, 2009. She was born in Surry County on March 15, 1948 to the late Otis Franklin Cranford and Edith Ray O’Neal. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Ernest Cranford. Lois was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Mocksville. She was a homemaker who enjoyed loving and spending time with family and friends. She also enjoyed living life through her faith in Jesus Christ. Lois is survived by her husband of almost 45 years, William Hedrick Broadway, four daughters, Twyla (Marty) Smith, Teresa Broadway, Marie Register, and Patricia (Vance) Ebright, all of Mocksville; eight grandchildren, Keri, Jessica, and Johnathon Smith, Toni and Jason Register, Tiffany French, and Nicole and Cody Ebright; one great grandson, Logan Register; two brothers, Andrew (Vickie) Cranford of Cool Springs, and Tony (Sandra) Cranford of Mocksville; two sisters, Frances (Ed Ray) Lewis of Cooleemee, and Lisa (Jerry) Dickens of Mocksville; a host of nieces and nephews. The service to celebrate the life of Lois was held on Tuesday, June 23 at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, Hwy 601 South, with the Rev. Jim Gryder officiating. She lay in state 30 minutes prior to the service. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends on Monday, June 22 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service and at other times the family was at Paw Paw Lane in Mocksville. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Storehouse for Jesus, 115 Hwy 64 E, Mocksville, NC 27028. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com.
Brenda Frances Boles Lisk Brenda Frances Boles Lisk, 65, of South Gate Boulevard, Southport, NC, died on Friday, June 19, 2009, at the home of her son, Jeffrey B. Lynch, in Advance, NC. Born in Forsyth County on March 6, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Annie Brewer Boles. She worked in hospital patient accounting and was of the Christian faith. Mrs. Lisk is survived by her husband of 23 years, Robert B. Lisk, Jr.; 3 sons, Keith (Stacy) Lynch of Southport, Jeffrey B. (Charlynne) Lynch of Advance and Jason (Kristie) Lynch of Boiling Spring Lakes, NC; a daughter, Gerri Anna (David) Buckner of Southport; a brother, Bill (Linda) Boles of Arcadia; 2 sisters, Sylvia Satterfield and Barbara Rose, both of Winston-Salem, and 12 grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Lisk was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Etta Yountz. A private service for family and friends was held on Saturday, June 20, at 6:00 p.m. at the home of her son, Jeffrey Lynch, on Antler Lane in Advance, NC. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Leon Luce Leon Warren Luce, 84, of Citadel Road, died on Wednesday, June 17, 2009, at Forsyth Medical Center. Born in Chicago, Illinois, on July 1, 1924, He was the son of the late Leon Warren and Rose Fleisca Luce. He served in the U. S. Army during World War II. He was a retired electrical engineer and was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Mr. Luce was a 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council 12610. Mr. Luce is survived by his wife of 36 years, Barbara Jean Luce; 2 sons, Raymond Luce of California and Leon Luce of Hawaii; a daughter, Laura Brown of California; 3 stepsons, Ricky (Brenda) Seats of Advance, John (Yonhuie) Seats of Greensboro and Jerry (Diane) Seats of California; 10 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, Bob Luce and a stepson, Paul Seats. The Mass of Christian Burial for Mr. Luce was held on Friday, June 19, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with Rev. Father Andrew Draper officiating. Burial was in the Farmington Community Cemetery. Members of the Knights of Columbu served as pallbearers. Military honors were accorded by the V. F. W. Memorial Honor Guard. Memorials are requested to the K. O. C. Scholarship Fund, c/o Tony Palozzolo, 145 Longwood Drive, Advance, NC 27006. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Charles William Wise, Jr. Charles William Wise, Jr., 48, of Dudley, NC, died on Sunday, June 14, 2009. Born in Smithfield, NC, on February 26, 1961, he was the son of the late Charles William Wise, Sr. and Linda Faye Owen Wise of Mt. Olive, NC. He served in the U.S. Marines and was a carnival worker. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a brother, Jonathan Keith Wise of Dudley, NC and a sister, Karla Miller of Mt. Olive, NC. Services will be held at a later date. Jane Juanita Tutterow Jane Juanita Tutterow, 88, formerly of Greenhill Road, died on Tuesday, May 26, 2009, at White Oak Manor in Charlotte. Born in Damascus, Virginia, on September 25, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Millard and Verbie Katherine Kessee Gates. She was a homemaker and had also worked at BF Manufacturing for 25 years. She was a member of Center United Methodist Church. Her husband of 59 years, Robert “Pete” Dwight Tutterow, preceded her in death in 1998. Mrs. Tutterow is survived by two sons, Robert “Bob” (Joanne) Tutterow of Waxhaw, NC and David Tutterow of Atlanta, Georgia, 2 sisters, Blanche Word of Bristol, Tennessee and Christine Synan of Augusta, Georgia; 5 grandchildren, Brad Tutterow of Waxhaw, NC, Tracy Schoeppner of Monroe, NC, Scott, Jason, and Brett Tutterow of Atlanta, GA and 7 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Tutterow was preceded in death by a son, Curtis Tutterow. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Tutterow will be held on Thursday, May 28, at 1:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with her son, Bob Tutterow officiating. Burial will be in the Center United Methodist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 27, from 6:30 until 8:30 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. For those who wish, memorials are suggested for Center U.M.C. Cemetery Fund, c/o Linda Owings, 728 Wilkesboro Street, Mocksville, NC 27028 Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Margaret Anderson Boger Margaret Anderson Boger, 84, of Whitney Road, died on Thursday, May 14, 2009, at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville. Born in Davie County on May 17, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Jessie Walker Anderson. She was retired from Burlington Industries in Cooleemee and attended North Main Church of Christ. Her husband, Robert Lee Boger, preceded her in death in 1961. Mrs. Boger is survived by a son, Jerry Boger of Statesville; a daughter, Delane Baker of Marianna, Florida; 2 brothers, Jim Anderson of Lakeland, Florida and Bruce Anderson of Mocksville; a sister, Joyce Goodman of Winston-Salem; 7 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Boger was preceded in death by an infant son, Rudy Boger, 2 brothers, Hayden and Wayne Anderson, and a sister, Wilma Danner. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Boger was held on Sunday, May 17, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Dr. Thomas Torpy officiating. Burial was in Joppa Cemetery. The family received friends on Saturday, May 16, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. James Edwin Chappell James Edwin Chappell, 81, of Old Cox Road, Asheboro, died on Wednesday, May 13, 2009, at the Cross Roads Retirement Center. Born in Topeka, Kansas, on June 15, 1927, he was the son of the late Otis and Alice Elder Chappell. He served in the U. S. Army during World War II. He was retired from the Internal Revenue Service and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Alexy Winters Chappell; 3 sons, David Chappell of Fairfax, VA, Bob Chappell of Los Angeles, CA; and Steven (Becky) Chappell of Alex, LA; a stepson, Ken (Janice) Winters of Asheboro; a daughter, Karen (James) Bywaters of Fairfax, VA; a stepdaughter, Jill Winters of New Port Ritchie, FL; a brother, Otis Chappell of Bryans Road, MD; and 6 grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Mr. Chappell was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty June Story Chappell and a brother, Richard Chappell. A memorial service was held on Thursday, May 14, at the Crossroad Baptist Church in Asheboro with Pastor Johnny Henderson officiating. Another service to celebrate the life of Mr. Chappell will be held on Tuesday, May 26, at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Billy Donnell Seats Billy Donnell Seats, 36, of Riverside Drive, Cooleemee, died on Thursday, May 7, at Rex Hospital in Raleigh. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on August 30, 1972, he was the son of Owen T. and Vivian S. Wood. He was a plumber and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, Billy is survived by 2 daughters, Jennifer and Brittany Shields of Hamptonville; 2 brothers, Tracy Shields of Illinois and Thomas Shields of Marion, NC; 2 sisters, Frances Warden of Cooleemee and Vivian (Richard) Moore of Hamptonville; his fiancee, Anne Lewis of Raleigh; friends Chule and family and Larry Chappell and several aunts, uncles and cousins. The service to celebrate Billy's life was held on Sunday, May 10, at 4:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel. The family received friends on Sunday from 3:00 until 4:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Jack Allan Plott Jack Allen Plott, 38, of River Hill Road, died on Tuesday, May 5, 2009, from injuries in a motor vehicle accident. Jack was born in Davie County on October 14, 1970, to Artist Lee “Pedro” Plott of Mocksville and Libbie Parker Plott of Statesville. He was a self-employed builder and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his father and mother, Jack is survived by his “second mom,” Sherry Plott; 2 sons, Artist Wilson “Will” Plott and Beau Allen Plott of Mocksville; a daughter, Danielle Renea Gibson of Richland, NC; 2 brothers, Matt Allan (Tracy) Seats of Mocksville and Thomas Edward (Debbie) Plott of Statesville; the mother of his children, Kandice Allen Plott and a special friend, Lee Anne Owens. He was preceded in death by a brother, Francis Patrick Seats. The service to celebrate Jack’s life was held on Saturday, May 9, at 11:00 a.m., in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Larry Holleman and Rev. Tim Roberts officiating. Burial was in the Oak Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family received friends on Friday, May 8, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service in Mocksville. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Tammy Lynette Cable Hellard
Tammy Lynette Cable Hellard, 35, of Benson, Arizona and formerly of Mocksville, died at her home in Arizona. Born in Davie County on August 13, 1973, she was the daughter of Samuel Turner and Peggy Jean Mauldin Cable. She was an LPN in the Hospice Unit at the VA Hospital in Tuscon and was a member of Jerusalem Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is survived by a daughter, Reagan Nicole Hellard; a brother, Gene (Carol) Cable of Salisbury; 2 sisters, Dale (Tony) Allen and Debbie (Auther) Rabon of Mocksville and several nieces and nephews. The service to celebrate Tammy’s life was held on Sunday, May 3, at 3:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Lancaster officiating. The family received friends from 1:30 until 3:00 p.m. on Sunday. Burial was private. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Zachary Lee Hollifield Zachary Lee Hollifield, 25, of Hoover Hill Road, Asheboro, died on Sunday, April 26, from injuries in a motor vehicle accident. Born in Randolph County on March 3, 1984, he was the son of James Randal and Janet Kinley Hollifield of Asheboro. He was a self-employed handyman. In addition to his parents, Zachary is survived by a brother, Jason Hollifield, of Asheboro and grandparents Bobby and Betty Hughes of Asheboro. The service to celebrate Zachary’s life was held on Thursday, April 30, at 3:30 p.m. at the Bethel Baptist Church at 4836 Robbins Circle with Preacher Jody Harrison and Preacher Claudie Harrison officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family received friends on Thursday from 2:00 until 3:30 p.m. at the church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Florence Winifred Murphy Rumph Florence Winifred Murphy Rumph, 90, mother of Dorothy A. (Carlos) Bell of Fostall Drive, Mocksville, died on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at Forsyth Medical Center. Born in Flushing, NY, on September 23, 1918, she was the daughter of the late Paul Jones Murphy and Winifred Mildred Hance Murphy. She was of the Methodist faith and was retired as medical receptionist. In addition to Dorothy, she is survived by a son, William A. (Gail) Rumph, Sr. of New Hampshire and a daughter, Carolyn L. (Alfred) Harman of New York, 11 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Pauline. Services for Mrs. Rumph will be held at later date at the Deltona Memorial Gardens in Florida. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Alma Mae Combs Shoaf
Alma Mae Combs Shoaf, 89 of Duke Street, Cooleemee, died on Saturday, April 18, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice. Born in Wilkes County on June 16, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Marshall Columbus and Laura Rinda McCrary Combs. She was retired from Cone Mills in 1981, where she was a re-inspector. Mrs. Shoaf was a member of First Baptist Church of Cooleemee. She was a Sunday school teacher and a member of the choir. She also was a member of the Senior Citizens. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Robert Shoaf, who she married on April 23, 1937. Mrs. Shoaf is survived by three daughters, Geraldine (Paul) Leatherman of Woodleaf, Glenda (Robert) Barnhardt and Kathy Corriher, both of Mocksville, eight grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 13 great great children, numerous nieces & nephews. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Shoaf was preceded in death by five sisters, Carrie Mayes, Pauline Pinkston, Viola Yates, Jettie Reiley, and Ruth Troutman; one brother, Sidney Everette Combs, and a grandson, Robert Lynn Leatherman. The service to celebrate Mrs. Shoaf’s life was held on Tuesday, April 21 , at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Cooleemee, with Rev. Tommy Register officiating. The family received friends from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. prior to the funeral hour at the church. Entombment followed at Rowan Memorial Park. For those who prefer, memorials may be made in Mrs. Shoaf’s memory to the First Baptist Church of Cooleemee, 284 Marginal Street, Cooleemee, NC 27014, or to Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103 Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Walter Ray Bennett, Sr. Walter Ray Bennett, Sr., 73, of Rainbow Road, Advance, died on Tuesday, April 14, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Born in Forsyth County on April 9, 1936, he was the son of the late Grover Ray and Mattie Ellen Thacker Bennett. He was retired from Reynolds Tobacco Company and was also retired as pastor of Chapel of God’s Word which was located behind his house. Mr. Bennett is survived by his wife of 55 years, Betty Yarbrough Bennett; a son, Walter Ray (Gail) Bennett, Jr. of Elm City, NC; 2 daughters, Deborah Ann (David) Bennett Steele of Cooleemee and Bobbie Jean Bennett Hendrix of Mocksville; a brother, James Franklin (Penny) Bennett; 8 grandchildren Michelle (Tucker) Gibson, Jenny Bennett, Josh (Karen) Hendrix, Candice (Ryan) Burton, Magan (Richard) Carter, Melissa ( BJ) Kiser, James Wilkins and Will (Heather) Batts. 17 great great grandchildren, Cassie, Raheem, Danielle, Cody, Caleb, Anna, Dallas, William, Cody, Rylan, Dakota, Makenna, Tristan, Tori, Emma, Ty and baby Carter (on the way). In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Donald Gray Bennett. A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Bennett was held on Wednesday, April 22, at 1:00 p.m. at the Salisbury National Cemetery with his son, Pastor Walter Ray Bennett, Jr. and Donald Funderburke officiating. The family received friends on Friday, April 17, from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Memorials are requested to Hospice of Davie County, 377 Hospital Street, Mocksville, NC 27028 Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Eric S. Manning Eric Sam Manning, 53, of Cornatzer Road, died on Tuesday, April 14, 2009, at his home. Born in Nash County on May 31, 1955, he was the son of Sam Allen Manning, Jr. of Chesapeake, VA and Anganetha Christine Popp. He last worked at Barnes Tin Shop. Mr. Manning is survived by his wife, Robin Michelle Morris Manning whom he married on June 20, 2003; a daughter, Lisa Kay Manning of Mocksville; a stepdaughter, Christy Lewis of Mocksville; a stepson, Shawn Reynolds of Sharpsburg, NC; 2 brothers, Bruce Allen (Cindy) Manning of Roanoke Rapids, NC and David Rudolph Manning (Lorrie) of Oak Creek, Wisconsin; a sister, Amy Marie Bass (Neal Hymel) of Wake Forest, NC; 4 step-grandchildren, Damian, Devon and Dacoda Lewis and Gabriella Reynolds. The service to celebrate the life of Mr. Manning was held on April 20, 2009 in the Edgecombe Memorial Park in Tarboro, NC. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Kandi L. Jones
Kandi L. Jones, 24, of Fox Run Drive, Statesville, died on Monday, April 14, 2009, at her home. Born in Rowan County on September 20, 1984, she was the daughter of Terry Lynn Kimmer of Mocksville and the late Kimberly Cohen Patterson, who preceded her in death on April 13, 2009. She was of the Baptist faith and had been employed at Kimberly-Clark.
In addition to her father, Kandi is survived by a sister, Kendra Nicole Kimmer of Mocksville; her grandmother, Kay Carter of Mocksville, her stepfather, Walt Patterson of Statesville, an aunt, Kathy Cohen Smith of Salisbury and several nieces and nephews. The service to celebrate Kandi’s life was held on Saturday, April 18, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Lancaster officiating. The family received friends on Saturday from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Barbara Jean Rattz Barbara Jean Rattz, 65, of Lexington, died on Tuesday, April 7, at Lexington Memorial Hospital. No formal services are planned at this time. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneral service.com. Donald Eugene Myers Donald Eugene Myers, 67, NC Hwy 801S, died on Friday, April 03, 2009, at Frye Regional Medical Center in Hickory. Born in Forsyth County on February 18, 1942, he was the son of the late Marvin and Helen Sally Orrell Myers. He was a dairy farmer and member of Mocks United Methodist Church. Mr. Myers is survived by a brother, Jimmy (Polly) Myers of Advance and 3 sisters, Jean Dzeskewicz of Winston-Salem, Betty (Richard) Horn of East Bend and Pat (Terry) Idol of Kernersville. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Little Myers, and a brother, Kermit Myers. A graveside service to celebrate the life of Mr. Myers was held on Sunday, April 5 at 3:00 p.m. in the Mocks United Methodist Church Cemetery with Rev. Jonathan Brake officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Helen Raye Miller Grubb Helen Raye Miller Grubb, 89, of Imperial Lane, Advance, died on Wednesday, March 25 at Autumn Care of Mocksville. No formal services will be held. Condolences may sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Dorothy D. Moore Dorothy D. Moore, 88, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 24, at Autumn Care Of Mocksville after several months of declining health. Mrs. Moore was born in Swain County, NC on January 1, 1921. She was a daughter of the late Andrew Jackson and Nola Slagle DeHart. She was a member of Green Meadows Baptist Church and had read her Bible through more than twenty times. Mrs. Moore was author of a book, Dorothy Moore’s Pattern Drafting and Dressmaking, which taught skills she had learned while living in Okinawa with her husband, who retired from the Army. While living thirty-two years at Kitty Hawk, NC, she was active in church, Bible studies and was an avid gardener. Mrs. Moore is survived by her husband of forty-eight years, Paul A. Moore of the home; two daughters, Linda (James T.) Pullen of Falls Church, VA, Faye (Allen James) Hutchins of Mocksville, and a stepson, Timothy P. Moore of Cookeville, TN. She has one surviving sister, Della D. Dudis of Vandalia, Ohio, and one brother, D. C. Dehart of Midway, NC. Mrs. Moore has four grandchildren, Denise (Bill) McConnell of Marbury, MD, Patricia P. Henry of Winchester, VA, Wendy (Tim) King and Jay (Lori) Hutchins, both of Mocksville. There are presently three great grandchildren, Daniel and Emma King of Mocksville and Billy McConnell of Marbury, MD. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Esther S. Lawter, Shirley D. Lindsay, Marie S. Motsinger, and seven brothers, William Gudger Dehart, Everette J. Dehart, Norman B. Dehart, Arthur Lee Dehart, Rae Dehart, Wayne Dehart and Floyd Dehart. The service to celebrate Mrs. Moore’s life was held on Friday, March 27, at 2:00 p.m. at Green Meadows Baptist Church with Rev. Michael Waters officiating. She will lie in state 30 minutes prior to the funeral hour. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family received friends Thursday, March 26, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. The family asks that memorials be considered for Green Meadows Baptist Church Building Fund, 1646 Hwy 801N, Mocksville, NC 27028. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Barbara Jane Tattersall Barbara Jane Tattersall, 61, of Clemmons, died on Sunday, March 8, at Forsyth Medical Center. No services are planned at this time. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com.
VIRGINIA BURNER SHAW Clara Virginia Burner Shaw of Berea, Ohio, died on March 6, 2009, in her 100th year. She was born in Belington, WV, on May 18, 1909, the daughter of the late William Henry “Bunk” and Daisy Dean Parker Burner Her husband William Lemuel “Bill” Shaw whom she married in March, 1928, preceded her in death in September, 1981. He had been a coal mine Superintendent in Galloway, Century, Monterville, and Madison, West Virginia. Surviving are three daughters, Patricia Jo Hinkle with whom she made her home; Virginia Lee Sinclair, Wheeling; Margaret Edith Cole O’Connor, Cincinnati, Ohio; daughter-in-law Gay Fucci Shaw, West Long Branch, NJ; twelve grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren; and sister, Margaret Daugherty, Medina, OH. She was also preceded in death by son, Russell L. Shaw; sister Mary Mitchell; two brothers, William “Bud” Burner, and Charles F. Burner; and two sons-in-law Robert “Bob” Cole and David O’Connor. Mrs. Shaw attended Mary’s Chapel Church for many years where she taught Sunday School and played the piano. She attended Central UM Church in Buckhannon; belonged to the WSCS, College Club, St. Joseph Hospital Auxiliary, and the Philippi Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Friends and family were received from 12 to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 14, in Mary’s Chapel Church, at Corder’s Crossing, Rt. 3, Philippi. Following the 2 p.m. .funeral service, she was laid to rest near many family members and next to her husband in the Mary’s Chapel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations in her memory be made to the Hospice Services of Southwest General, 18659 Drake Road, Strongsville, OH 44136 .
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David Lee Joyner David Lee Joyner, 66, of Salisbury, died on Wednesday, March 4, as his home. Born in Winter Haven, Florida, on March 12, 1942, he was the son of the late Paul David and Lucille Adkinson Joyner. He was retired from Freightliner and was an honorary member of V.F.W. Post 3006. Mr. Joyner is survived by his wife, Lonja Smith Joyner, whom he married on August 1, 1997; a son, David Lee (Sally) Joyner, Jr. of Okeechobee, FL; a stepson, Timothy McGinnis of Greenville, SC; a stepdaughter, Jackie (Herman) Gabriel of Statesville; a sister, Dorothy (Leon) Barringer of Salisbury; 2 grandchildren, Bradley and Olivia Joyner; 4 step grandchildren, Quentin, Toni, Chris, and Lindsey McGinnis and a step great grandson, Elijah McGinnis.; his dog, Peanut and his cat, Miss Jingles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Stephanie Joyner. A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Joyner will be held on Saturday, March 14, at 4:00 p.m. at V.F.W. Post 3006, 1200 Brenner Avenuein Salisbury. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Cans for Cancer, c/o Kennedy Hall/ American Legion Post 106, 6250 NC Hwy 801, Salisbury, NC 28145. David was one of the founding members of Cans for Cancer. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Lois Marie Wilson Clark Lois Marie Wilson Clark, 71, of Buffalo Ford Road, Asheboro, died on Sunday, March 1, at Randolph Hospital. Born in Johnson County on January 28, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Thurman and Inez Stanley Wilson. She had been employed at Mr. Jeans and attended North Asheboro Church of God. Her husband, Robert Clark, preceded her in death. Mrs. Clark is survived by 2 sons, Larry (Chandra) Clark of California and James (Susie) Clark of Asheboro; 3 daughters, Rhonda (Danny) Davis of Randleman, Cindy (Tim) Overby and Pamela Salyers of Asheboro; 2 sisters, Patricia (Richard) Griffin of Asheboro and Linda Lindsey of Holden Beach; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Clark was preceded in death by a daughter, Debbie Strider. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Clark was held on Thursday, March 5, at 2:00 p.m. at the North Asheboro Church of God with Rev. Scotty Daniels officiating. Burial was in Randolph Memorial Park. The family received friends on Thursday from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. at the church which is located at 1373 Randolph Tabernacle Road Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Sirena Gale Hicks Sirena Gale Hicks, 29, of Tittle Lane, died on Friday, February 27. She was born in Burke County on February 28, 1979. She was formerly employed by Dean’s Mini Market and was of the Holiness faith. Sirena is survived by her mother and stepfather, Elaine and Charlie Tittle of Mocksville; her father and stepmother, Samuel and Alice Hicks of Lenoir; a son, Ethan Harding Groce of the home; her finance, Brent Lee Groce of Mocksville; a half-brother, Robby Hicks of Morganton; a stepbrother, Wayne Tittle of Mocksville and a stepsister, Charlene Crotts of Advance. She was preceded in death by a brother, Sammy Hicks. The service to celebrate Sirena’s life was held on Tuesday, March 3, at 8:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Curtis Wood and Rev. Jerry Lynde officiating. The family received friends on Tuesday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial was on Wednesday, March 4, at 1:00 p.m. in the Blue Ridge Memorial Park in Lenoir. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Arlene Felts Bracken Arlene Felts Bracken, 68, formerly of East Memorial Highway, Harmony, died on Wednesday, February 25, at the Howard County General Hospital in Columbia, MD. Born in Surry County on June 21, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Coy Glenn and Pansy Lewis Felts. She was retired as a C.N.A. at Iredell Memorial Hospital and was a member of Harvester Baptist Church in Ellicott City, MD. Her husband of 45 years, William “Frank” Bracken, preceded her in death on July 26, 2006. Mrs. Bracken is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Terry Allen of Advance, Linda and Wesley Howard of Mocksville and Frankie Annette and Matthew York of Columbia, MD; a brother and sister-in-law, Billy and Evonne Felts of Mocksville and three grandchildren, Brittany Howard, Chad Howard and Logan Allen. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Bracken was preceded in death by three brothers, Bobby, Charlie and Leo Felts and two sisters, Nadine Freeman and Linda Goforth. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Bracken was held on Monday, March 2, at 11:00 a. m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Steve Hedgecock officiating. Burial was in Iredell Memorial Gardens in Statesville. The family received friends on Sunday, March 1, from 6:30 until 8:30 p. m. at Davie Funeral Service. For those who prefer, memorials are requested to Paralyzed Veterans of America, 801 Eighteenth Street NW, Washington, DC 20006-3517 Condolences may be sent to www.daviefuneralservice.com. Laulie Morgan Laulie Campbell Morgan, 84, of US Hwy 64E, died on Tuesday, February 24, at Autumn Care of Mocksville. Born in Greenville County, SC, on January 27, 1925, she was the daughter of the late Toy Noah and Blanche Plumley Campbell. She was the owner of the Morgan Hosiery Mill in High Point and was a member of North Main Baptist Church in High Point. She also attended Cornatzer Baptist Church. Her husband of 43 years, Harrison Benjamin Morgan, Jr., preceded her in death in 1990. Mrs. Morgan is survived by two sons, Harrison “Ben” (Mary) Morgan III and Robert Morgan, of Mocksville; four brothers, T. N. Campbell of Jefferson, NC, LaRue Campbell of Manitowoc, WI, Kenneth Campbell of Newton, NC and Quentin Campbell of Lexington, NC; a sister, Bobbie Setzer of Conover; a brother-in-law, Marvin Miller of Catawba, NC, 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Morgan was preceded in death by a son, William Morgan, and two sisters, Minnie Miller and Lucille Overcash. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Morgan was held on Friday, February 27, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Pastor Jeff Beverly officiating. Burial was in Rose Cemetery. The family received friends on Thursday, February 26, from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Nathan Miller Horton Nathan Miller Horton, 78, of Hwy 801S, died on Monday, February 23, 2009, at Rowan Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, NC. Born in Sommerville, NJ, on June 13, 1930, he was the son of the late Nathan Clarance and Marion Louise Miller Horton. He was a retired self-employed truck driver and mechanic and was of the Presbyterian faith. His wife, Rose Hannah Potts Horton, preceded him in death on October 12, 1994. Mr. Horton is survived by two sons, George Edward (Kathleen Rose) Horton of Lancaster, SC and Louis Miller Horton of Yardley, PA; two daughters, Susan Marie (Robert) Fidler of New Vernon, NJ and Lisa Louise (Ted) Mickalowski of Mocksville, NC; a brother, Elias Edward (Ethel) Horton, of Loveland, CO; 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents and wife, Mr. Horton was preceded in death by a son, Walter William Horton and a great grandson, James A. Barber. Mr. Horton was taken from Davie Funeral Service to the Coughlin Funeral Home in Califon, NJ for services and burial in the Foxhill Cemetery in Fairmount, NJ. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Jochino "Jack" Laura Jochino "Jack" Laura, 75, of Dingmans Ferry, Pennyslvania, died on Sunday, February 22, at Duke University Hospital. Born in New York City on September 13, 1933, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Santina Secaz Laura. He was retired from Con Ed Electric and was of the Catholic faith. He is survived by his wife, Gladys Jean Barrows Laura, Inurnment will be in the Waterbury Center Cemetery in Waterbury, Vermont. Mary Slawter Ellis
Mary Slawter Ellis, 77, of Milling Road, Mocksville, died on Saturday, February 21, at Davie County Hospital. Born in Surry County on May 15, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Chester A. and Irene Collins Slawter. She was a homemaker and member of Cornatzer Baptist Church where she was very active in the Ladies Fellowship. Her husband, Elgin G. Ellis, Sr., preceded her in death in 1992. Mrs. Ellis is survived by a son, Elgin Glenn (Connie) Ellis, Jr., of Mocksville; two daughters, Vicki (Neil) Williams and Melinda (Isaac) Norman, all of Mocksville; two sisters, Bennie Chaplin of Mocksville and Carol (Dan) Rhodes of Lexington, NC; 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Ellis was held on Monday, February 23, at 4:00 p.m. at Cornatzer Baptist Church with Pastor Jeff Beverly officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family received friends on Monday from 3:00 until 4:00 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cornatzer Baptist Church, 1372 Cornatzer Road, Mocksville, NC 27028 Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Janis Kathleen “Kathy” McCulloh Janis Kathleen “Kathy” McCulloh, 73, of Junction Road, died on Tuesday, February 10, at her home. Born in Iredell County on January 3, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Jessie Lee and Bertha Steward Taylor. She was retired as a C.N.A., having worked for many years in the health care field. During retirement she worked for Davie Funeral Service and Bunch-Johnson and Reavis Funeral Homes in Statesville and Harmony. At the time of her death, Kathy was working as a teacher of Kindergarten through 3rd grade in the after school care program at Hardison United Methodist Church where she was a member. She was a member of the Ladies Sunday School Class and the Ladies Circle at the church. Her husband, J. W. McCulloh, preceded her in death on March 14, 1991. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Tim and Melanie McCulloh of Salisbury and Frankie and Tammy McCulloh of Gastonia; a daughter, Teresa Couch of Mocksville; 2 brothers, Howard Taylor of Mocksville and Johnny Taylor of Statesville; 2 sisters, Mary Sipes of Salisbury and Lucille Smith of Mocksville; and 6 grandchildren, Tonya Couch and Wesley Couch of Mocksville, Jonathan Morehead, Jonathan McCulloh and Taylor McCulloh, all of Salisbury and John William McCulloh of Gastonia. In addition to her parents and husband, Kathy was preceded in death by a sister, Dovie Barnhardt and 3 brothers, Clarence, Charlie and Wayne Taylor. The service to celebrate Kathy’s life was held on Saturday, February 14, at 11:00 a.m. at Hardison United Methodist Church with Dr. Crystal Alexander officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family received friends on Friday, February 13, from 6:30 until 8:30 p. m. at Davie Funeral Service. For those who prefer, memorials may be made in Kathy’s memory to the Hardison U.M.C. Building Fund, 1630 Jericho Church Road, Mocksville, NC 27028 . Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com.
Logan Railyn Byers Logan Railyn Byers, infant daughter of Brian Byers and Chelsea Correll, died on Monday, February 9, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Logan was born on December 29, 2008. In addition to her parents, Logan is survived by a sister, Kyrsten Byers of Cornelius, her maternal grandparents, Christine and Donnie Correll of Mocksville; her paternal grandparents, Steve and Debra Byers of Statesville; 3 uncles, Bryan (Amanda) Correll of Advance, Jason (Teresa) Correll of Advance and Gary (Kara) Byers of Alaska; 2 aunts, Heather (Brian) Prokupek of Troutman, and Wanda (Jody) Oxendine of Indian Trail, and her “doggie brother” Marley. The service to celebrate Logan’s life was held on Friday, February 13, at 3:00 p.m. at Liberty United Methodist Church with Rev. Karen Roberts officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. The family received friends on Friday from 2:00 until 3:00 p.m. at the church Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Charles Edward “Chuck” Dodson, Jr.
Charles Edward “Chuck” Dodson, Jr., 42, of Needmore Road, died on Friday, February 6, at his home. Born in DeKalb County, Illinois, on November 26, 1966, he was the son of the late Charles Edward Dodson, Sr. and Nancy Pauline Arwood Packett, of Mocksville, who survives. He served in the U. S. Navy, was a construction worker, and a member of King James Baptist Church. In addition to his mother, Mr. Dodson is survived by his wife, Beth Crenshaw Dodson, a son, Harley David Dodson of Spring Valley, IL; 3 daughters, Amanda Christian Dodson of Rochelle, IL, Tiana Nicole Dodson (Jon) Hester of Siler City, NC and Denver Sioux Dodson of Spring Valley, IL; a sister, Christine Marie Blackburn of Knoxville, TN; his stepfather, Hank Packett of Mocksville; a stepson, Casey James Rodgers, of Belvidere, IL; a stepdaughter, Aleasha Sueann Rogers of Rockford, IL, a stepsister, Amanda Packett of Mocksville; a grandson, Brayden “Turtle” Bullock of Rockford, IL, 2 nieces, Deseree “Sugarbear” Turner of Mocksville and Laney Christine Griswold of Canton, NC, a nephew, Tyler James Griswold of Dixon, IL and numerous aunts and uncles. A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Dodson was held on Thursday, February 12, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Bill Simpson officiating. The family received friends on Thursday from 12:00 until 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Davie Funeral Service to help with funeral expenses. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Adam Mock Darr
Adam Mock Darr, 87, of Crews Lake Road, Lexington, died on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Born in Davidson County on March 13, 1921, he was the son of the late William Adam and Jesse Ila Potts Darr. Mr. Darr served in the Army Air Force during World War II, was retired from the furniture industry, and attended Fork Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Bessie Oliver Darr, of the home; his sons, Richard Darr, Stephen Darr and John Oliver, all of Lexington; daughters Susan Bristow and Carolyn (Leon) Martin of Winston-Salem; a daughter-in-law, Millie Oliver of Lexington; two brothers, Lester (Ann) Darr of Lexington and Carey (Peggy) Darr of Welcome; a sister, Helen Leonard of Lexington; grandchildren Vikki B. (Brad) Martin of Cary, Julie Martin of Zebulon, Sherri Martin of Winston-Salem, Chris Oliver, Amanda Oliver and Jamie Theophandes, all of Lexington; great grandchildren Tyson Martin, Rachel Oliver, Christian Oliver and Maryann Wall and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Darr was preceded in death by his wife, Katherine Jones Darr, a brother, Raymond Darr, two sisters, Latta Fitzgerald and Ruth Barnes, a son, Benny Oliver, and a granddaughter, Jennifer Bristow Guest. A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Darr was held on Sunday, February 8, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Robert Garrett officiating. A private burial service was held on Monday in the Salisbury National Cemetery. The family received friends on Sunday after the service. Memorials may be made to Fork Baptist Church Building Fund, 3140 US Hwy 64E, Mocksville, NC 27028. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Ada Elizabeth Ward Boger
Ada Elizabeth Ward Boger, 89, of Pinebrook School Road, died on Sunday, February 1, at her home. Born in Davie County on August 19, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Charles Franklin and Josie Elizabeth Williams Ward. She was a homemaker and was a member of Smith Grove United Methodist Church. Her husband, Marshall Howard Boger, preceded her in death on December 4, 2001. Mrs. Boger is survived by a daughter-in-law, Pam Boger of Mocksville; a sister, Louise McClamrock of Mocksville; 2 grandchildren, Angela (Todd) Worley and John (Whitney) Boger; and 4 great grandchildren, Kayla Dalton, Colton Dalton, Blake Worley and Mason Boger. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Boger was preceded in death by 2 sons, Wayne Boger and an infant son, John Charles Boger; a sister, Katherine Richardson and 5 brothers, Owen, Johnny, C, James and an infant Kelly Ward. A graveside service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Boger will be held on Wednesday, February 4, at 1:00 p.m. at the Eatons Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Christopher M. Clontz officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 3, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association of North Carolina, 3801 Lake Boone Trail, Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Juan Fernandez -Cabanas Juan Fernandez-Cabanas, 24, of Lexington died on January 27, 2009 at Lexington Memorial Hospital. The body was reposed at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church on Saturday evening January 31, 2001 where a mass of christian burial was conducted at 7:30pm by Rev. Father Albert Gondek. He is survived by a brother, Atilano Fernandez-Cubanas (Claudia) of Lexington and a daughter Daisy Estefany Fernandez of Mexico. He was returned to his home in Las Chopas, Mexico where burial took place February 4, 2009 at Las Chopas town cemetery. (Special thanks to the Rev. Father Albert Gondek and Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church for their consideration for this family's loss.) Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com James Lee Morris
James Lee Morris, 68, of Raeford Avenue, died on Sunday, January 18, at his home. Born in Thomasville on March 1, 1940, he was the son of the late Archie David and Verlie Rosalle Allen Morris. He was the owner of North May Motors and was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Morris is survived by his wife, JoAnne Josey Morris of the home, a son, James Allen (Amy Lynn) Morris of Lexington; a daughter, Rhonda Lynn (Steve) Pack of Lexington; 3 brothers, Robert, Steve and Roger Morris; 2 sisters, Linda Watts and Donna Gibby; and 4 grandchildren. Private family services will be held at a later date. Condolences may sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com Tammy Lynn Alspaugh Tammy Lynn Alspaugh, 45, of Sheffield Road, died on Wednesday, January 21, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Born in Forsyth County on September 4, 1963, she was the daughter of the late John Paul Masten, Jr. and Martha Cindy Jarrard (Harvey “Butch”) Baynes of Mocksville. She was a homemaker and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her mother and stepfather, she is survived by two daughters, Jessica Alspaugh Martin of Rural Hall and Jennifer Alspaugh Green of Old Town; two brothers, Mark Shannon Masten of Mocksville and Chad Everett Masten of Jamestown, NC, and a sister, Paula Ann (Tim) White of Mocksville. The service to celebrate her life will be held on Friday, January 23, at 2:00 p.m. in the Davie Funeral Chapel Service Chapel with Rev. Alex Heffner officiating. Burial will be in the Ijames Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 22, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service. Condolences may sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Ollie Virgil Reavis
Ollie Virgil Reavis, 81, of Ollie Harkey Road, died on Thursday, January 15, 2009, at his home. Born in Davie County on April 7, 1927, he was the son of the late Andrew W. Reavis, Sr. and Allie Lee Wilkins Reavis. He was retired from Western Electric and was a member of Liberty Baptist Church. He served in the U. S. Army. Mr. Reavis is survived by a brother and sister-in-law, Andrew W. Reavis, Jr. and his wife, Mary Abigail Reavis of Mocksville and a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Jane Call and husband, Doug Call of Myrtle Beach, SC. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Roland Reavis and a sister, Dorothy Naylor. The service to celebrate the life of Mr. Reavis was held on Sunday, January 18, at 3:00 p.m. at Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Marvin Blackburn officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family received friends on Saturday, January 17, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Davie Funeral Service.
Condolences may sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Albert Lee “Whitey” Jones
Albert Lee “Whitey” Jones, 61, of Estates Drive in Lexington, died on Tuesday, January 12, at Wake Forest University Medical Center. Born in Davie County on July 9, 1947, he was the son of the late Sherrill Asa and Dinah Mae Jones Jones. He was a carpenter and was of the Baptist faith. He also served in the U. S. Army Mr. Jones is survived by his two sons, Darrell “Anthony” (Rhonda) Jones of Lexington and Bobby “Shannon” (Missy) Jones Linwood; two stepdaughters, Shelby Sterchi of Montana and Cynthia Rose of Salisbury; his wife, Bobbie West Jones; a brother, John David (Julia) Jones of Atlanta, GA and two sisters, Annie Mae Allgood of Yadkinville and Virginia “Lilly” Hinton; 3 grandchildren and 9 step-grandchildren. A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Jones will be held on Friday, January 16, at 7:00 p.m. at his residence on Estates Drive in Lexington. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Joe Eustace “Duke” Daniels
Joe Eustace “Duke” Daniels, 92, died on Monday, January 12, following a lengthy illness. Mr. Daniels, who was a long time resident of Pine Ridge Road in Cooleemee, had been a carpenter, a house mover, and retired as maintenance supervisor for Davie County Schools. Mr. Daniels was a man of many interests including fishing, especially at the coast, NASCAR racing, tinkering with hit-and-miss engines, gardening, and collecting antique bottles. Mr. Daniels was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Georgia P. Daniels; his wife of more than fifty years, Lexie Veach Daniels; and all his brothers and sisters except Charles Lindy Daniels of Colorado. Mr. Daniels is survived by two sons, Don L. Daniels of Salisbury and Michael D. Daniels of Statesville, and a daughter, Linda D. Soderquist, of Greensboro. He is also survived by grandchildren Julie Fuller, Vicki Norman, Page Eudy, Wende Collins, Dave Soderquist; and great grandchildren Justin Wells, Jordan Fuller, Daniel and Reid Norman, Kirsten and Wesley Eudy, Ian Collins and step-granddaughters Meghan and Allison Fuller. Survivors also include numerous nieces and nephews. Services for Mr. Daniels were held in the chapel of Davie Funeral Service, 416 Valley Road, in Mocksville on Wednesday, January 14, at 11:00 a.m. with burial in Rose Cemetery. Memorials for Mr. Daniels may be made to Liberty United Methodist Church, 141 Liberty Circle, Mocksville, NC 27028. Condolences may be sent to the Daniel’s family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. Jason Allen Oliver
Jason Allen Oliver, 25, of Kennedy Road, Thomasville, died on Friday, January 9, at his home. He was born in Fort Hood, Texas, on April 10, 1983. He had been employed in the appliance rebuild business and was of the Baptist faith. He is survived by his father Paul Alan Oliver of Kernersville and his mother and stepfather, Sherry Lynn Tuttle Clontz and Jeffrey Alan Clontz of Thomasville; a brother, Levi Oliver of Thomasville, a sister, Chasity Clontz of Thomasville; a grandfather, Jimmy Starling of Mt. Airy; a grandmother, Wanda Oliver of Lexington, a step grandmother, Doris Bassett of Salisbury; a special niece, Autumn Phillips, several aunts and uncles and a longtime girlfriend, Amanda Story. He was preceded in death by a sister, Surenda Lynn Clontz and grandparents Harry Oliver, Bill Clontz, and Wilma and Lloyd Collins. The service to celebrate Jason’s life was held on Tuesday, January 13, at 2:00 p.m. at Freedom Baptist Church, 214 Hillcrest Court in Lexington, with Preacher Clyde Akers officiating. Burial was in the Galilee Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, 101 E. Park Avenue in Lexington. The family received friends on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Freedom Baptist Church. Condolences may be sent to Jason’s family at www.daviefuneralservice.com. | |
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