Florence Nifong Aquilano

Florence Nifong Aquilano, 92, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of December 17, 2025, at Davie Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Mocksville, N.C.

Florence was born on June 25, 1933, in Forsyth County to Laurie Hill and Sadie Southern.  She was a graduate of Mineral Springs High School where she was an avid basketball player.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Webb E. Nifong Sr. and Paul M Aquilano, Sr.  She is survived by her three children, Webb Nifong, Jr, of Kansas, Theresa N. Essick of Raleigh and Todd M. Nifong of Winston-Salem. Florence is also survived by seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

Florence was a charter member of Faith Church in Midway since its inception in 1960. She was very active in the children’s program for many years and was a faithful participant in the adult music program well into her eighties. She was active in numerous other community projects throughout the years and was well known for her love for baking and cooking.

The body will lie-in-state at Davidson Funeral Home in Midway on Monday, December 22,2025 from 3 pm - 5 pm. The family will hold a private graveside service on Tuesday, December 23rd.