Jackson Carl Spears
Oct 21, 2025
Jackson "JC" Carl Spears, 91, of Davidson County, peacefully passed away on October 21, 2025. Born on November 18, 1933, in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Andrew Spears and Vernie Church Spears.
A devoted family man, Jackson found his greatest joy in the love he shared with his family. He especially treasured time spent with his...
Lakema Hughes Byerly
Oct 18, 2025
Lakema Hughes Byerly, age 81, of Lexington, North Carolina passed away on October 18, 2025, at Hinkle House Hospice. She was born on September 13th, 1944, to Lindsey Lee Hughes and Lucille Varner Hughes. Lakema was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and member of her community.
A service to celebrate Lakema’s life will be held at Davidson Funeral Home Lexington Chapel...
Dee Lee Lanning
Oct 17, 2025
Doreen “Dee” Lee Beaudry Lanning, 68, of Enterprise Road in Lexington, passed away Friday October 17, 2025 at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem.
Mrs. Lanning was born in Hampton County, Massachusetts to Willard Senna Beaudry and Maria Goncallves Leal Beaudry. Dee enjoyed camping and traveling, especially to Jamica. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Surviving is...
Elaine Edmonds Hemric
Oct 17, 2025
Elaine Inez Edmonds Hemric, 82, of Lexington, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday, October 17, 2025. Elaine was born on July 15, 1943, in Surry County to the late Floyd Oscar Edmonds and Lela Mae Marion Edmonds.
Elaine was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was centered around her family. She cherished time spent...
Joyce Inabinett
Oct 15, 2025
Joyce Mustian Inabinett, 87, formerly of Weaver Drive, died at Hinkle Hospice House on October 15, 2025 after a period of declining health. A memorial service and celebration of her life will be at 2:00 pm, on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at First United Methodist Church in Lexington, NC, where she was a long-time member. A private inurnment will be...
Kenneth Collin Lookabill
Oct 14, 2025
Kenneth Collin Lookabill, beloved father, son, grandson, nephew, and cousin, passed away surrounded by those who loved him on October 14, 2025.
Born on July 8, 1996, in High Point, N.C., Collin lived a life filled with energy, laughter, and devotion to his family.
Collin is survived by his wife, Emma Sechrest Lookabill, his daughter, Maizey Rae Lookabill, his parents, Kenneth Dean...
Jane "Susie" Morton
Oct 14, 2025
Jane Blalock Morton
September 15, 1939 – October 14, 2025
Jane Blalock Morton, lovingly known as “Susie,” passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on September 15, 1939, in Badin, NC, she was the daughter of the late William Franklin Blalock, Sr., and Ruth Almond Blalock. Susie was formerly of Bethesda Road in Lexington, NC.
Susie grew...
Elizabeth McConnell
Oct 14, 2025
Elizabeth “Jean” McConnell, 68, passed away peacefully at her home on October 14, 2025, after a period of illness. Jean was born on October 22, 1956, and lived a life marked by love, resilience, and an unmistakable spirit.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Lockie Gardner Henson; stepfather, George Albert Henson; son, Gary Dean Henson; sister, Shirley Gardner...
Marquehetta Vance Burris
Oct 14, 2025
Marquehetta Vance Burris, 74, of Lexington, NC, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025. She was born on November 18, 1950, in the beautiful mountains of Boone, NC, to the late Dorothy Harmon, her dearest mother.
Marquehetta was a woman whose heart was as generous as it was loving. She adored her family and found her greatest joy in being surrounded...
Zora Nifong Hartman
Oct 12, 2025
Zora Nifong Hartman, age 96 went home to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday October 12, 2025. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be 1:00 pm Saturday October 18, 2025, at Faith Church where she and her late husband J.D. Hartman were charter members. The family will see friends from noon until service time. Officiating will be...
Robert Dale Fritts
Oct 12, 2025
Robert Dale Fritts, 82, of Davidson County, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Lexington Medical Center.
A graveside service will be held at Mt. Tabor UCC, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with Rev. Dr. Bart Milleson officiating.
The family will receive friends following the service in the cemetery.
Dale was born on March 28, 1943, in Davidson County, to...
Kelli Jeanne Tolle
Oct 12, 2025
Kelli Jeanne Tolle, 64, of Lexington, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on June 30, 1961, in Washington, D.C., Kelli was the beloved daughter of Dyrk J. Couser and the late Carolyn L. Couser. She lived a life marked by compassion, quiet strength, and...
John Henry Gregg
Oct 8, 2025
John Henry Gregg January 15, 1971 – October 8, 2025
John Henry Gregg, age 54, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away on October 8, 2025.
A private and thoughtful soul, John was someone who chose his circle carefully—but for those fortunate enough to know him well, he was fiercely loyal, deeply sentimental, and never short on his trademark sarcastic wit.
Having a love...
Roy Weaver
Oct 6, 2025
Roy Weaver, 79, of Lexington, passed away October 6, 2025, at his home.
Roy was a loving brother, husband, and father. He was born September 28, 1945, in Davidson County to Earlie Emory Weaver and Margaret Shelton Weaver. He worked with horses and hunting dogs most of his life. He loved to ride and enjoyed any kind of hunting. He is...
Gary "Butch" Metcalf II
Oct 6, 2025
Born on December 21, 1947, in Guilford County, Gary “Butch” Metcalf II, 77, of Davidson County, passed away Monday, October 6, 2025, at Rowan Medical Center.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 6:00 PM, Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington.
Butch will be remembered most for his gift of music and the joy he brought to countless...
Brenda Lee Gathings
Oct 6, 2025
Brenda Lee Trent Gathings, age 59, of Lexington passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist – Lexington Medical Center.
Born on July 7, 1966, in Davidson County, Brenda was the beloved daughter of David Trent and the late Thelma Dotson Trent. She was a woman of deep compassion and faith, dedicating her life to...
Dorothy Willitts
Oct 6, 2025
Dorothy Smith Willitts, 93, of Lexington, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025.
Born on May 15, 1932, in New Jersey, Dorothy was the daughter of the late John Westley Smith and Myrtle Doxsey Gaskill. A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Dorothy’s life was marked by quiet strength, deep love for her family, and a resilient spirit that carried her through...
Alan Keith Casey
Oct 5, 2025
Alan Keith Casey (February 27, 1959 – October 5, 2025)
Beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, and Friend
Alan, 66, graduated to glory on October 5, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, loyalty, and a life lived with purpose and heart. Born on February 27, 1959, to Dorothy and Harold Casey, and the beloved younger brother of Garry Casey and the late Paulette...
Barbara Young
Oct 5, 2025
Barbara Jean Floyd Young, 87, passed away Sunday October 5, 2025, at Mountain View Health Park.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm Friday October 10, 2025, at Davidson Funeral Home with Pastor Shane Smith officiating services.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 pm Friday at Davidson Funeral Home. At other times and after the service and burial...
Violet Hamilton Burkhart
Oct 5, 2025
Violet Marie Hamilton Burkhart, age 82, of Lexington passed away on October 5, 2025 , surrounded by loved ones at her home. She was born October 6, 1942 in Harnett County, North Carolina the daughter of the late Harold and Gertrude Canady Hamilton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, R.C. Hamilton, and his...
