Marion Docherty David
Jan 29, 2026
Marion Docherty David, 85, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 29, 2026, at her home, with family by her side.
There are no formal services at this time.
Theda Burkhart Smith
Jan 28, 2026
Theda Burkhart Smith passed away at Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington, North Carolina, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the age of 95.
A native of Davidson County, Theda was born on Friday, March 14, 1930, the sixth of seven children of William Christopher Burkhart and Lillie Crotts Burkhart. Theda lived a full life, marked by kindness, dedication, and a deep...
Miles Chester Yokeley
Jan 28, 2026
Miles Chester Yokeley, 73, passed away yesterday at his residence in Davidson County.
Miles was born on December 5, 1952, to the late Vance Gerald Yokeley and Marjorie Beam Yokeley. A hardworking and mechanically gifted man, Miles lived a life grounded in simplicity, dedication, and love for his family. He was a true family man who found joy in the outdoors,...
Douglas Tetter
Jan 27, 2026
Douglas Wayne Tetter, 86, of Winston Salem, North Carolina, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on the morning of January 27, 2026, at his home.
Douglas was born on September 30, 1939, to the late Carl Tetter and Mary Gallimore Ader. He retired from AT&T, where he worked for over 30 years as a computer programmer, allowing him...
Nancy Coleman Canady
Jan 27, 2026
Nancy Coleman Canady, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 27, 2026, at her home in Davidson County.
Ms. Canady was born on May 3, 1948, in Davidson County, where she was raised in the Erlanger district. She was the daughter of the late Albert Coleman and Pearl Elizabeth Williams Coleman and remained a lifelong member...
Peggy Leatherman Adkins
Jan 26, 2026
Peggy Leatherman Adkins, age 80, went home to her Lord and Savior on January 26, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1945 in Lexington, North Carolina to the late Johnny Leatherman and Ruby Sink Leatherman (Goodnight). Peggy was a devoted member of Greater Vision Freewill Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Peggy’s life exemplified a true...
Curtis Samuel Norman Sr.
Jan 26, 2026
Curtis Samuel Norman Sr. 79, of Cloverdale Road, passed away Monday January 26, 2026, at High Point Medical Center in High Point.
A memorial will be held 4:00 pm Friday February 6, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mark Rachels officiating services.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 Thursday February 5, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home.
Mr. Norman...
Patricia Headley McNew
Jan 25, 2026
Patricia Alice (Headley) McNew, 82, of Lexington, passed away, Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem after a period of declining health.
Born on June 14, 1943, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Harry Headley and the late Frances Kelley Headley Kolstrom. Patricia was a hard worker and spent many years working...
Melvin Lee James
Jan 24, 2026
Melvin Lee James, 72, of Davidson County, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Atrium Health, in Winston-Salem.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 Monday, February 2, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington.
A funeral will be held the following day, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at the funeral home with Pastor...
Patricia Berrier Royster
Jan 23, 2026
Patricia “Tricia” Lynn (Berrier) Royster passed away peacefully on January 23rd, 2026, at age 80, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, surrounded by her three children.
A memorial service will be held at 1pm Friday, February 6 at the Davidson Funeral Home Chapel, by the Rev. Randy Hall, followed by a celebration of life at a nearby location. To honor Tricia's...
Doris Walser Adkins
Jan 23, 2026
Doris Jane Walser Adkins, 90, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 23, 2026.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, February 2, 2026, at Bethesda Church,
2922 Bethseda Church Road, Lexington, NC 27295 with Pastor Brian Graham officiating. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from...
Elizabeth Kristine Cruz
Jan 23, 2026
Elizabeth Kristine Cruz, age 45, went home to her Lord and Savior on January 23, 2026, at her residence in Davidson County. She was born on July 11, 1980, in Puerto Rico.
Elizabeth was a woman of grace, faith, and deep love for her family. She held her faith close to her heart and lived it daily through kindness, compassion, and...
Evelyn Leonard Briggs
Jan 23, 2026
Evelyn Leonard Briggs, age 94, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026 at Pine Acres. She was born on May 16, 1931, in Davidson County, North Carolina, to the late Howard Oscar Leonard and Jessie Hunt Leonard.
Evelyn was a lifelong resident of Davidson County and a devoted member of Beck’s Lutheran Church. Her faith was an important part of her...
Ada Tonnessen
Jan 21, 2026
After a lifetime of making others feel loved and at home, Ada Marie Austin Tonnessen is now home with Jesus her Savior. Her husband of 65 years, her daughters and their families, her sister and brother and extended family, and countless friends far and near will miss her presence but are comforted by the Bible’s message—those who accept by faith...
Clyde James Houck
Jan 21, 2026
Clyde James Houck, 83, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026. Born on December 21, 1942, in Ashe County, Clyde was the son of the late Manuel James Houck and Lester Church Houck.
Clyde was a devoted family man who always placed his loved ones first. He cherished every moment spent with his family and took great joy...
Benny Wade McCrary
Jan 20, 2026
Benny Wade McCrary, 76, passed away January 20, 2026, at his home.
Visitation will be held 4:00 to 6:00 PM, on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington and family will see friends at other times at Shirley Darr's home.
Graveside funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. at National Cemetery located at 202...
Peggy Mills Oxendine
Jan 19, 2026
Peggy Mills Oxendine, 74, of Davidson County, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026, at Lexington Medical Center.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 – 11:00 AM, Friday, January 23, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home.
A funeral will follow at 11:00 AM in the funeral home’s chapel with Rev. Jeff Walser officiating.
Burial will conclude services at Forest Hill Memorial Park.
Peggy was born...
James Byrd
Jan 19, 2026
James (Jim) Richard Byrd, 81 of Lexington, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Hinkle Hospice Home in Lexington.
A funeral service will be held at 11am on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Tyro Methodist Church with Rev. Randy Foster officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery.
Visitation with family and friends will be held one hour prior to the service.
Jim...
Lynda Faye Hedrick
Jan 19, 2026
Lynda Faye Hedrick, 82, of Lexington, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026, at Lexington Medical Center.
A funeral service celebrating her life will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 23, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home Chapel in Lexington. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Forest Hill...
Douglas Wayne Apt
Jan 18, 2026
Douglas Wayne Apt, 82, of Lexington, North Carolina, passed away on January 18, 2026, at the Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington.
Douglas was born on September 24, 1943, in Danville, Virginia, to the late Lewis P. Apt and Blanche Jones Apt. He worked for many years as a brakeman with Southern Railroad and was a member of Grace Alliance Church.
Those left...
