Craig Lanier
Jan 31, 2026
Robert Craig Lanier, born June 4, 1952, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, after experiencing a decline in health. He was preceded in death by his parents, Father, Bernard Watson Lanier and Mother, Annie Coggins Lanier.
Craig was the devoted husband of Terry Lanier, with whom he shared 53 years of marriage. Together they built a life rooted in love,...
Jack Yarborough
Jan 31, 2026
Jack Yarborough, 97, died January 31, 2026 at Hinkle House Hospice, Lexington, NC.
Funeral services celebrating his life will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Center Hill Baptist Church with Reverend Sandy Young officiating. The family will visit with friends preceding the service in the church sanctuary at 1:00 PM.
A native of Lexington, Jack was the son of...
Scott Cook
Jan 30, 2026
Norman Scott Cook, lovingly known as "Cookie", passed away on January 30, 2026. He was 57 years old.
Scott is survived by his parents, Doug and Lynn Cook; his siblings, Brandon Cook, Christi Burch Hunt, Cole Cook (Misti), and Carmen Cook Miller (Luke); his beloved nieces and nephews and his Aunt, Viki Burch.
He is also survived by his Uncle, Lee Burch...
Larry Wayne Beane Sr.
Jan 30, 2026
Larry Wayne Beane Sr., age 85, of Davidson County, passed away on January 30, 2026.
Larry was born on June 6, 1940, in Davidson County, to the late Mosell Smith Beane and Kathleen Hartley.
Larry had a lifelong love for sports and was proudly one of the biggest fans of Duke University Basketball, cheering them on with unwavering enthusiasm. He also enjoyed...
Mark Steven Everhart
Jan 29, 2026
Mark Steven Everhart, 59, of Lexington, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026.
Mark was born in Lexington and grew up off Hill Everhart Road, where he built the roots and relationships that stayed with him throughout his life.
Mark graduated from North Davidson High School in 1984. He spent his working years as a car salesman and maintenance man,...
Wilford Lamar Owens
Jan 29, 2026
Wilford Lamar Owens, 85, of Lexington, passed away, Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Lexington Medical Center.
A native of Davidson County, he was born on April 17, 1940, the youngest of 10 children of the late Iven Gerraw Owens and the late Genorah Briggs Owens. He was a proud member of the first graduating class of Central High School in 1958....
Marion Docherty David
Jan 29, 2026
Marion David, a beloved wife, mother, and proud daughter of Scotland, passed away on January 29th, 2026, at the age of 85.
Born on May 22, 1940, in Glasgow, Scotland, she was one of four siblings. Her early years were spent in the rhythmic work of a bookbinder in a local factory, a testament to the work ethic she carried throughout...
Fred Adkins
Jan 29, 2026
Frederick Thomas Adkins was born in Goochland County, Virginia on January 24,1940. He was the son of Frederick Beacham Adkins and Hilda Bower Adkins who preceded him in death. In addition to his parents, he had two sisters, Doris Crowely and Adela Watlington who preceded him in death. He also had a Brother in law, Robert Lay Grubb and sister...
Theda Burkhart Smith
Jan 28, 2026
Theda Burkhart Smith passed away at Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington, North Carolina, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the age of 95.
A native of Davidson County, Theda was born on Friday, March 14, 1930, the sixth of seven children of William Christopher Burkhart and Lillie Crotts Burkhart. Theda lived a full life, marked by kindness, dedication, and a deep...
Miles Chester Yokeley
Jan 28, 2026
Miles Chester Yokeley, 73, passed away yesterday at his residence in Davidson County.
Miles was born on December 5, 1952, to the late Vance Gerald Yokeley and Marjorie Beam Yokeley. A hardworking and mechanically gifted man, Miles lived a life grounded in simplicity, dedication, and love for his family. He was a true family man who found joy in the outdoors,...
John David Bruhn, Sr.
Jan 27, 2026
John David “J.D.” Bruhn, Sr., 79, of Clemmons, passed away, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at his home.
A funeral service will be held at 12:30 PM, Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church with Father Cory Catron officiating. Burial will be held privately at Westlawn Gardens of Memory.
The family will receive friends in the narthex of the...
Douglas Tetter
Jan 27, 2026
Douglas Wayne Tetter, 86, of Winston Salem, North Carolina, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on the morning of January 27, 2026, at his home.
Douglas was born on September 30, 1939, to the late Carl Tetter and Mary Gallimore Ader. He retired from AT&T, where he worked for over 30 years as a computer programmer, allowing him...
Nancy Coleman Canady
Jan 27, 2026
Nancy Coleman Canady, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on January 27, 2026, at her home in Davidson County.
Ms. Canady was born on May 3, 1948, in Davidson County, where she was raised in the Erlanger district. She was the daughter of the late Albert Coleman and Pearl Elizabeth Williams Coleman and remained a lifelong member...
Peggy Leatherman Adkins
Jan 26, 2026
Peggy Leatherman Adkins, age 80, went home to her Lord and Savior on January 26, 2026. She was born on May 16, 1945 in Lexington, North Carolina to the late Johnny Leatherman and Ruby Sink Leatherman (Goodnight). Peggy was a devoted member of Greater Vision Freewill Baptist Church. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Peggy’s life exemplified a true...
Curtis Samuel Norman Sr.
Jan 26, 2026
Curtis Samuel Norman Sr. 79, of Cloverdale Road, passed away Monday January 26, 2026, at High Point Medical Center in High Point.
A memorial will be held 4:00 pm Friday February 6, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mark Rachels officiating services.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 Thursday February 5, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home.
Mr. Norman...
Patricia Headley McNew
Jan 25, 2026
Patricia Alice (Headley) McNew, 82, of Lexington, passed away, Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem after a period of declining health.
Born on June 14, 1943, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Harry Headley and the late Frances Kelley Headley Kolstrom. Patricia was a hard worker and spent many years working...
Melvin Lee James
Jan 24, 2026
Melvin Lee James, 72, of Davidson County, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Atrium Health, in Winston-Salem.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 Monday, February 2, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington.
A funeral will be held the following day, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at the funeral home with Pastor...
Patricia Berrier Royster
Jan 23, 2026
Patricia “Tricia” Lynn (Berrier) Royster passed away peacefully on January 23rd, 2026, at age 80, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, surrounded by her three children.
A memorial service will be held at 1pm Friday, February 6 at the Davidson Funeral Home Chapel, by the Rev. Randy Hall, followed by a celebration of life at a nearby location. To honor Tricia's...
Doris Walser Adkins
Jan 23, 2026
Doris Jane Walser Adkins, 90, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 23, 2026.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, February 2, 2026, at Bethesda Church,
2922 Bethseda Church Road, Lexington, NC 27295 with Pastor Brian Graham officiating. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from...
Elizabeth Kristine Cruz
Jan 23, 2026
Elizabeth Kristine Cruz, age 45, went home to her Lord and Savior on January 23, 2026, at her residence in Davidson County. She was born on July 11, 1980, in Puerto Rico.
Elizabeth was a woman of grace, faith, and deep love for her family. She held her faith close to her heart and lived it daily through kindness, compassion, and...
