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Edith Jarrett Lumsden

Edith Jarrett Lumsden

Jul 28, 2023

Edith Donnie Jarrett Lumsden, age 99, of Lexington, NC, peacefully passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023, at Hinkle Hospice in Lexington. She was surrounded by her loved ones as she embarked on her journey to eternal rest. A funeral service to celebrate her remarkable life will be held at Center Hill Baptist Church on Friday, August 4th at...

Bonnie Blackwelder

Bonnie Blackwelder

Jul 27, 2023

Bonnie Hervey Blackwelder, 75, of Lexington, NC passed away at home on July 27 in the care of Davidson County Hospice.

Born in Charleston, WV on May 18, 1948 to Phyllis and George E. Hervey III. She was a graduate of West Virginia University.

Bonnie was an award winning teacher and lover of animals. She...

David Colon Nifong

David Colon Nifong

Jul 26, 2023

Mr. David Colon Nifong, 90, of Lexington, NC passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at the Hinkle Hospice House of Davidson County. Colon was affectionately known as “Chief” to his close family and “Coach” to so many of his football players over the years.

He was born in Davidson County on December 12, 1932, to...

Jennifer Lee Adams

Jennifer Lee Adams

Jul 26, 2023

Jennifer Lee Adams, 52, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2023, at Trellis Supportive Care. Jennifer was born on May 21, 1971, to Gary Mitchell Lee and Geraldine “Ginger” Lebur Simmons Lee. Left to cherish her memory are her parents, her beloved husband of the home, Michael Chris Adams, her children, John Preston Blalock, Jr., Leah Blalock,...

Kim Calvert Laine

Kim Calvert Laine

Jul 25, 2023

Kim Calvert Laine, 61, of Fairview Drive, died Tuesday, July 25 at Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington. A memorial service will be held at 4pm Tuesday, August 1 at the Davidson Funeral Home Chapel, by the Rev. Gary McGhee. The family will receive friends following the memorial service. Kim was born December 31, 1961 in Davidson County to Jack Andrew...

Michael Anthony Scott

Michael Anthony Scott

Jul 25, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Anthony Scott, a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather. He peacefully left this world on July 25, 2023, surrounded by his loving family, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Michael's journey began on August 6, 1964, the son of Henry Franklin Scott Sr. and Fannie Ruth Powell Scott.

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Larry Wayne Epley

Larry Wayne Epley

Jul 24, 2023

Larry Wayne Epley, a beloved son, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2023, at the age of 77. He was born on September 16, 1945, in Davidson County, the cherished son of James Howard Epley and Ellen Marie Smith Epley Johnson.

Larry was a man of great character and unwavering dedication to his...

Florence Faye Kearns

Florence Faye Kearns

Jul 24, 2023

Florence Faye Everhart Kearns, 90, of Lexington, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, July 24, 2023.

A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Friday, July 28, 2023, at Bethesda United Methodist Church with Pastor Janet Dixon officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends from...

Robbin Hamilton Tester

Robbin Hamilton Tester

Jul 24, 2023

Robbin Gayle Hamilton Tester, a devoted wife, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home on July 24, 2023, at the age of 69. She was born in Davidson County, the cherished daughter of Harvey Clarence Hamilton and Edna Edith Mann Hamilton.

Throughout her life, Robbin found fulfillment in her work as an inspector for Baker...

Martha Church

Martha Church

Jul 24, 2023

Martha S. Church

September 24, 1934 – July 24, 2023

Martha was born in Lexington on September 24, 1934, the second youngest of Azielee and Garland Sink’s six children and the last survivor. Petite, soft-spoken, and tender-hearted, she was also feisty and quick. “She could run like a damn deer,” said her brother Tommy.

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Chris Mize

Chris Mize

Jul 24, 2023

Chris Mize, born on February 17, 1971, in Davidson County, North Carolina, left this world on July 24, 2023. He was a beloved son, a cherished friend, and a passionate traveler who touched the lives of many with his vibrant personality and infectious joy for life.

Funeral services will be Saturday July 29, 2023, at 11:00 am...

Jackie Alvin Leonard

Jackie Alvin Leonard

Jul 23, 2023

Jackie Alvin Leonard, 82, of Lexington, passed away July 23, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston Salem.

A celebration of his life will be held at 10:00 am Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Forest Hill Memorial Park Cemetery with the Rev. Sandy Young officiating and military rites to follow. The family will receive friends following the...

Ruby Moore

Ruby Moore

Jul 22, 2023

Nellie “Ruby” Davis Moore, a beloved member of the Madison Heights Freewill Baptist Church and a devoted mother and grandmother, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 22, 2023, at the age of 91, at Davidson Health and Rehab.

Nellie was born on June 6, 1932, in Hamlet, NC, to her parents, Joseph Davis...

Robert Gray Shoaf

Robert Gray Shoaf

Jul 22, 2023

Robert Gray Shoaf Sr., 75, of Lexington, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023, at his home.

A funeral service will be held 2 PM Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Midway  Church with Pastor David Hedrick and Minister Timothy Robertson officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6 to...

Roy Eldon Whitmire

Roy Eldon Whitmire

Jul 22, 2023

Roy Eldon Whitmire, 82, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023, at his home.

Mr. Whitmire was born March 29, 1941, to Fred and Rollie May Whitmire in Lauratown, Arkansas. He is preceded in death by his siblings, as well as his daughter, Wendy Mechelle Hodges.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday,...

Dana Hedrick

Dana Hedrick

Jul 21, 2023

Dana Lynn Goss Hedrick, a cherished wife, mother, sister, and friend, departed from this world on Friday, July 21, 2023, at Lexington Medical Center. She was born in Davidson County on April 11, 1959, to her loving parents, Frankie Goss and Janet Gail Thompson, both of whom preceded her in death. Dana had a profound impact on the lives...

Doris Christine Leonard

Doris Christine Leonard

Jul 21, 2023

Doris Christine Leonard, 81, of Lexington went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, July 21, 2023, at Grayson Creek Assisted Living.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, July 24, 2023, at Shiloh Church with the Rev. Danny Leonard officiating.

Doris was born in Davidson County on September...

Richard C Brady

Richard C Brady

Jul 20, 2023

Richard C. Brady, 83, of Lexington, passed away July 20, 2023, at his home.

A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday, July 23, 2023, at Davidson Funeral Home Chapel, with the Rev. Jason Koontz officiating. The service will be live streamed at www.facebook.com/davidson.funeralhome Burial will follow in the Beck’s Evangelical Lutheran Church...

Clark Leonard Darr

Clark Leonard Darr

Jul 17, 2023

Clark Leonard Darr, 81, passed away Monday, July 17, 2023, at his home in Lexington, North Carolina.

A private celebration of his life with military rites will be held at a later date.

Mr. Darr was born in Davidson County, NC January 3, 1942, to Fred Leonard Darr and Evva Nifong Darr. Clark was a...

Jimmy Monte Warner

Jimmy Monte Warner

Jul 17, 2023

Jimmy Monte Warner, 73 of High Point passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023. A memorial service will be held 11:am Saturday July 29, 2023 ay Arrington Heights Freewill Baptist Church with Rev. Doug McGee officiating services. A committal service will be held at 3:00 pm at the Norman Cemetery in Norman. Jimmy was born in Montgomery County, North Carolina...

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