Ann Carlton

Anne Swicegood Carlton, 87, of Winston-Salem passed away Monday, April 7, 2008 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem. Anne was born September 9, 1920 in Davie County, the daughter of the late Henry Arthur and Lillie Estelle Essick Swicegood. Anne married Finley Carlton of Lexington, after her graduation from Churchland High School. Mrs. Carlton was a faithful member of Sheets Memorial Baptist Church for 67 years. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank Swicegood, James Swicegood and five sisters, Sue S. Swicegood, Irene S. Bailey, Ruby S. Clement, Gertrude S. Shoaf, and Magdaline Swicegood. Surviving are her husband of 67 years, W. Finley Carlton, two daughters, Bonnie Cook and husband, Doug of Mt. Airy, Nancy Stallings and husband, Dr. Davey of Rural Hall; one granddaughter, Pamela Cook Longworth and husband, Jim of Kernersville; a brother, H.A. Swicegood, Jr. of Danielsville, GA and a sister, Kathryn S. Lakey of Linwood. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 am Friday, April 11, 2008 in DAVIDSON FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL with Rev. Frankie Matthews. Burial will follow with a graveside service at Forest Hill Memorial Park. The family will receive friends and family 6:00 to 8:00 pm Thursday, April 10, 2008 at the funeral home Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. The family would like to extend special thanks to Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home and all the care-givers for their kindness and care given Anne during her illness. Also a special thanks to Dr. James Yopp and his staff for their many years of care.