obituaries

Aug 24, 2025

Vickie Kanzady Matthews White, age 86, entered peacefully into the immediate presence of her Lord on August 24, 2025. Vickie was born September 22, 1938 to the late Addison David Matthews and Bessie Burton Stonestreet Matthews. She was preceded in death by her spouse, Hugh Adam White, in 2021 after sixty-four years of marriage and devotion. Vickie was also...

Aug 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Madgelene James Johnson, who departed this life on August 21, 2025, in Clemmons, North Carolina. Born on September 11, 1942, Madgelene lived a life marked by kindness, faith, and a genuine appreciation for the simple joys.

Madgelene embraced the world with an open heart and a...

Aug 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edna Mozelle Koontz, 94, who peacefully departed this life on August 20, 2025, in Lexington, North Carolina. Born on November 17, 1930, in North Carolina, Edna lived a life filled with devotion, love, and unwavering faith.

Edna was a woman of remarkable character, known for her...

Aug 19, 2025

Mr. Daniel Killian Moore, Jr., 84, of Lexington, died Tuesday morning, the 19th of August, after a long illness.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 23, at Grace Episcopal Church, 419 South Main St., in Lexington. Inurnment will follow within the church columbarium.  The family will greet friends following the service.

Aug 19, 2025

Paul Edward Conrad, 95 of Lexington, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025 at Davidson County’s Hinkle Hospice House.

A Funeral Service will be at 2:00 p.m., August 24, 2025 at Holly Grove Lutheran Church with Pastor Anna Carter officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service...

Aug 19, 2025

Pamela Dianne Wright, beloved wife, mother, and Lovey, passed away peacefully on August 19th, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family. She was 65 years old.

The family will receive friends from 5 pm until 7 pm on Friday, August 22, 2025, at Davidson Funeral Home in Lexington.

Born on May 29th in Cleveland,...

Aug 18, 2025

Emma Combs Tysinger, 83, of Davidson County, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Thursday evening, August 21, 2025, at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington.

A funeral service will be held the following morning, Friday, August 22, 2025, at 11:00 AM, at Leonard Road Baptist Church,...

Aug 17, 2025

On Sunday August 17, Allan Lee Jung age 79 of Churchland, NC (formerly of Racine, WI) passed away peacefully in the loving company of his loving wife and beloved cats.  He was proceeded in death by his parents Hank and Dorothy Jung both of Racine WI.  During his life he served as the plant manager at American Nation Can...

Aug 17, 2025

Lydia Carol Taylor, 69, of Lexington passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, at Hinkle Hospice House. She was born on April 7, 1957 in Davidson County to Von Taylor and Rachel Myers Taylor. Carol attended Lexington Senior High School then the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She graduated from UNC-G with a music education major and focused on...

Aug 17, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robin Lee Allred, who departed from this world on August 17, 2025, in Lexington, North Carolina, at the age of 69. Born on July 27, 1956 to Bobby Lee Allred and Wanda Tesh Allred, in North Carolina. Robin lived a life marked by dedication, service, and a deep love for his family...

Aug 16, 2025

Leah Nunley Boles, of Winston-Salem, passed away at her home on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Leah was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Born on July 27, 1982, to Johnny and Rena Nunley, Leah grew up in Brazil and became a woman whose life...

Aug 16, 2025

Buddy Kerley Sr, 78, of Davidson County, passed away at his home on Saturday, August 16, 2025.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington.

A Funeral service will be held the following afternoon at 1:00 PM, Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Journey Church...

Aug 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard ‘Buddy’ Eugene Leonard, who peacefully departed from this world on August 15, 2025, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, at the age of 77. Born on November 5, 1947, in North Carolina, Richard lived a life filled with love, dedication, and a remarkable ability to connect with others.

Aug 15, 2025

William Edward Heitman, 82, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully at his home, with his loving family gathered around him.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM, at Wesley Heights United Methodist Church with Rev. Joe Barbee officiating.

Ed was born on September 8, 1942, in Davidson County,...

Aug 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Saunders Southern, who peacefully departed this world on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at Novant Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem. Born in Guilford County on November 24, 1954, to William Laverne Saunders and Nancy Ann Winfrey Saunders, Betty lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and a deep...

Aug 14, 2025

Rebecca Toney McDonald, of High Point, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

Born in Odd County, West Virginia, Rebecca was the daughter of the late Sharon Toney. She was of the Baptist faith and carried that faith with her throughout her life.

Rebecca is survived by her children, Steven McDonald (Gloria...

Aug 14, 2025

Brenda Gail Gobble Zimmerman, 82, of Lexington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at Hinkle Hospice House, after a prolonged illness.

Born on March 3, 1943, to the late Banks and Mozelle Gobble, Brenda devoted her life to her family and those she loved. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother whose warmth and...

Aug 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Leonard Philip Kraftchick announces his passing on August 13, 2025, at the age of 81. He passed away peacefully at his home.

Born in Morristown, NJ to the late Morris Irving and Elizabeth Cohen Kraftchick, Lenny is survived by ten loving brothers and sisters with whom he shared...

Aug 13, 2025

Larry Wayne Martin, 84, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, Wednesday evening, August 13, 2025, at his home.

There are no formal services at this time.

Larry was born on November 24, 1940, in Davidson County, to the late Harvey Houston Martin and Gladys Younts Martin.

Upon...

Aug 12, 2025

Douglas (Doug) Franklin Beck passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, at Hinkle Hospice House in Davidson County with his family by his side.

The funeral service will be 11:00 AM Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Beck’s Reformed Church Columbarium with Pastor Roland Slater officiating, family will visit with friends following the service. The family will also...