obituaries

Dec 26, 2023

Dawn Marie Hackenberg Patneau, age 76, peacefully passed away at her home in Lexington on December 26, 2023. A graveside service to celebrate her life will be held at Forest Hill Memorial Park on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at 11:00 AM.

Dawn was born in Addison, Michigan, on August 22, 1947, to Leo and Dorothy Haygreen Hackenberg....

Dec 26, 2023

Wanda Faye Musick Simerson, aged 61, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023.

A woman of compassion and dedication, Wanda's life will be remembered and celebrated at a graveside service on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at 11 am at Smith Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pastor Keith McGee will officiate the service, providing solace and support to family...

Dec 24, 2023

Vogen Vennis Everhart, age 97, of Lexington, passed away on December 24, 2023, at Hinkle Hospice House. A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, December 29, 2023, at 12:00 PM at First Reformed United Church of Christ in Lexington. Prior to the service, friends and family are invited to a visitation from 11:00 AM to 12:00...

Dec 24, 2023

Mrs. Julia Ann Rexford Human, 88, of Winston-Salem, died December 24, 2023, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.  She was born on February 16, 1935, in Watertown, New York, to Lloyd E. and Lydia Schell Rexford.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 26 years, Rexford Preston Human, a brother, Lloyd (Jimmy) Rexford, a...

Dec 23, 2023

Scottie McClellan Ramey, 80, of Roy Hartley Road in Lexington, passed away Friday December 22, 2023 at Kate B. Reynolds in Winston Salem.

A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Friday December 29, 2023 at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel.

The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 at...

Dec 23, 2023

Peggy Hartman Bryant, 88, of Lexington, passed away December 23, 2023, at Davidson Health and Rehab in Lexington.

A celebration of her life will be held at 2:00 pm Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Friendship Church of Lexington, where she was a member, with the Rev Steve Hardy officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 –...

Dec 23, 2023

Joan Louya, 87, Old Salisbury Road in Lexington, passed away Saturday December 23, 2023 at the Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington.

A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Friday, January 5, 2024, at Meadowview Reformed Presbyterian Church, with Pastor George Sayour and Pastor Billy Louya officiating services. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park.

Dec 22, 2023

Tina Louise Sherer Abernathy, age 58, peacefully passed away on December 22, 2023, at Hinkle Hospice House. She was born on April 27, 1965, in Pennsylvania, to the late John Sherer, Jr. and Kay Sherer.

Tina dedicated her career as an Assistant Manager in the cafeteria of the Lexington City School System, touching the lives of many...

Dec 21, 2023

Teresa Ann Roberts Everhart,62, a cherished resident of Boone's Cave Rd. in Lexington, passed away on December 21, 2023. Born on February 11, 1961, Teresa was the beloved daughter of Roy and the late Irene Roberts of Denton.

Teresa's heart was profoundly touched by the love of her daughter, Amber Nicole Everhart, and she now rests peacefully...

Dec 21, 2023

Judy Kay Beck Fritts, 75, of N. County Home Road, passed away Thursday December 21, 2023 at the Davidson County Hospice House.

A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Wednesday December 27, 2023 at Davidson Funeral Home with Rev. Eric Disher officiating services. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park.

The family will...

Dec 21, 2023

Ernestine Davis Shoaf, 79, of Lexington, passed away December 21, 2023, at her home in Lexington.

A celebration of her life will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Davidson Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Andy Boyer officiating the service. The family will see friends one hour prior to the service.

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Dec 20, 2023

Christopher Lawrence Lawson, age 57, who passed away unexpectedly on December 20, 2023. Christopher was born on September 7, 1966, in Forsyth County to Julian Lawson and Brenda Anderson. He worked as a Maintenance Technician for Tex Wipe in Kernersville.

Christopher had a zest for life and enjoyed various activities. He had a passion for fishing, camping,...

Dec 19, 2023

Rhonda Kay Epley, 76, of King North Carolina, passed away Tuesday December 19, 2023 in King North Carolina.

A graveside service will be held 10:00 am Friday at the Lexington City Cemetery.

Miss Epley was born June 9, 1947 in Davidson County to Leroy Epley and Dulcie Vincet Ayers Epley. She graduated in 1965 from...

Dec 19, 2023

Kay Smith, 77, of Davidson County, passed away Tuesday morning, December 19, 2023, at her home.

A graveside service will be held Friday, December 22, 2023, at 3:00 PM, at Forest Hill Memorial Park, with Rev. Gary Shipes officiating. Please, come as you are, as she would want you to be casual.

Kay was born...

Dec 19, 2023

Reggie Wesley Cox, age 60, peacefully passed away on December 19, 2023, at his home. He was born on December 24, 1962, in Forsyth County to Clarence and Linda Cox. Reggie was a self-employed ceramic tile craftsman who took pride in his work, leaving behind a legacy of skill and craftsmanship.

His love for freedom found its...

Dec 18, 2023

Betty Kay Grindstaff Smith entered eternal rest on December 18, 2023, while receiving hospice care at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston Salem, NC.  She was born to Johnny Mack Grindstaff and Clarice Mabe in Winston-Salem on October 29, 1945.

Betty had a successful 20+ year career as a merchandiser, buyer, and division manager for Thalheimer’s...

Dec 18, 2023

Jerry William Tesh, Sr., age 85, passed away on December 18, 2023. He was born on July 16, 1938, in Davidson County to Woodrow and Kathleen Tesh.

Jerry dedicated a significant part of his life to his work as a Machine Operator for RJR, where he contributed his skills and commitment until his well-earned retirement. His dedication...

Dec 17, 2023

Royal Sanford Jarvis, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on December 17, 2023. He was born on May 7, 1936, to Roy and Donna Jarvis in Davidson County.

After serving in the Army, Royal returned home to embark on a successful career as an insurance agent with Royal Jarvis Insurance. He dedicated himself to his work...

Dec 17, 2023

Bobby D. Lankford, 84, of Linwood, passed away December 17, 2023, at Wake Forest Baptist in Lexington.

A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Bobby was born November 25, 1939, in Wilkes County, to Jake Palmer Lankford and Bertha King Lankford.

Left to cherish his memories are his...

Dec 17, 2023

Mary Faith Willard Harrison, age 90, a lifelong resident of North Carolina, died December 17, 2023, in Forsyth County.  She was born on May 27, 1933, in Guilford County to Clifton Cornelius and Clara Tucker Willard.

Mary and her ten siblings were exemplary students at Jamestown High School backed by parents of strong work ethic and unconditional...