Tony Lee Purvis
Aug 1, 2026
Mr. Tony Lee Purvis, 67, of S. Shore Dr., died Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Hinkle Hospice Home.
A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Faith Baptist Church, 4518 Shiptontown Rd, Denton, NC 27239, with Rev. Freddie Moretz officiating. The family will receive friends following the service, and at other times at the homes...
Todd Brigman
Jul 31, 2026
James “Todd” Brigman, 62, of Lexington, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on October 23, 1963, Todd was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Todd never hesitated to put the needs of those around him before his own, and his unwavering kindness and generous heart touched countless...
Gary Wayne Bates
Jul 31, 2026
Gary W. Bates, 67 of Oak Island, NC (formerly of Lexington, NC) passed away on Friday, July 31, 2026 at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm Saturday, August 8, 2026 at First Reformed United Church of Christ in Lexington NC, with Rev. Elizabeth Horton officiating services.
The family will receive friends following the service...
Joanna Adele Holston
Jul 30, 2026
Joanna Adele Holston, 53, of Forsyth County, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026.
Born on October 26, 1972, in Forsyth County, Joanna was the daughter of the late John Robert Holston and Jean Shelbia Taylor Holston. She spent her life in the community she called home while also embracing the open road that became such an important part...
Ruth Ann Cranford
Jul 30, 2026
Ruth Cranford, a woman whose warmth and kindness touched many, was born in Davidson County, North Carolina in 1945 to the late Lester Hollis Everhart, Sr. and his wife, Annie Perdue Everhart.
She passed away Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Ruth lived a life filled with love for her family, a passion for simple joys, and a spirit of...
Teresa Ann Brewer Burnette
Jul 30, 2026
Teresa Ann Brewer Burnette, 65, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Thursday, July 30, 2026, after fighting a long and courageous battle. Through every challenge she faced, she showed incredible strength, determination, and love for those around her.
A remembrance of Teresa’s life will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Grace Community Fellowship, 464 N....
Donna Gantt Wrenn
Jul 30, 2026
Donna Gantt Wrenn, 79, of Davidson County, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2026, at her home in Lexington.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 PM Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington.
A funeral will follow in the chapel at 2:00 with Pastor Curtis officiating.
Burial will conclude services at Forest Hill Memorial Park.
Donna was born on October...
Irene Myers
Jul 29, 2026
Irene, Mama, Mamaw, Granny; you had many names and fulfilled all of them with love.
Irene met the love of her life at the ripe age of 13. No one thought that the love would last, but three daughters, six grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren later their love proved to be something to look up to. Papaw loved and cherished her...
Olin Julius Leonard
Jul 29, 2026
Olin Julius Leonard, 88, of Lexington, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, at Lexington Healthcare.
A service to honor Mr. Leonard will be forthcoming.
Born on January 1, 1938, in Davidson County, North Carolina, Olin was the son of the late Julius Paul Leonard and Lula Mae Morrison Leonard. He dedicated many years of his career as a fabricator...
William Vaughan Spencer
Jul 29, 2026
W. Vaughan Spencer, 87, of Southmont, North Carolina and Key West, Florida, passed away Wednesday evening, July 29th, 2026 at home in the arms of his wife of 27 years, Roberta Webb Spencer. A funeral requiem will be held Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church in Lexington, NC. The family will receive friends following the...
Rick Mack
Jul 29, 2026
Richard "Rick" Anthony Mack, age 69, passed away peacefully on July 29 at 3:54 PM at Baptist Hospital following complications from an unexpected illness, surrounded by the love of his family. In keeping with his generous spirit, Rick was an organ donor, ensuring that his passing would give the gift of life to others.
A memorial service will be held at...
Lorie Dobert
Jul 29, 2026
Lorie O’Neal Dobert, 63, of Lexington, passed away July 29, 2026, surrounded by her family.
A visitation will be held 2:00 PM - 4:00, Sunday, August 2, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home- Lexington.
Lorie was born February 27, 1963, in York County, SC to the late Kirby and Marion Tatum O’Neal. She worked for Master Brands for many years in HR.
Left to...
Bobby "Bob" James Mitchell
Jul 29, 2026
Bobby "Bob" James Mitchell, 84, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Born on February 9, 1942, in Iredell County, Bob was the son of the late James Luther Mitchell and Mary Threatte Mitchell. Throughout his life, Bob was known for his dedication to his family, church, and friends. He retired from Stroh’s Brewery after many years...
Mary Ruth Dobey
Jul 29, 2026
Mary Ruth Hinkle Dobey, 93, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, July 29, 2026, at Hinkle Hospice House.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 – 7:00 PM, Friday, July 31, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home, Hickory Tree.
A funeral will be held the next day, Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at Bethesda Church with Pastor Brian...
Polly Ann Coppley
Jul 28, 2026
Mrs. Polly Coppley, 83, of NC Hwy. 8, died Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Thomasville Medical Center.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 1, at First Pentecostal Holiness Church, 1448 E. U.S. Hwy. 64, Lexington, NC, with Pastor Mark Hopkins officiating. Entombment will follow in Forest Hill Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends for...
Benjamin Carl Clodfelter
Jul 28, 2026
Benjamin Carl Clodfelter (Benny) entered the gates of heaven on July 28 and heard the words, “well done good and faithful servant”.
Benny was born in Thomasville, NC on February 7, 1948 to Ruth Nance Clodfelter and Austin Lado Clodfelter. He grew up in Thomasville enjoying playing Little League baseball and Thomasville High School Football. He was always proud of being...
Christopher Daniel Moses
Jul 27, 2026
Christopher Daniel Moses, 32, of Howard Road NE, Hinesville, Georgia, died Monday July 27, 2026, at his home.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday August 3, 2026, at Forest Hill Memorial Park in Lexington, NC. Visitation will take place after the service.
Mr. Moses was born February 14, 1994, in Forsyth County to George Howard Moses Jr....
Paul Kenneth Shillinglaw
Jul 27, 2026
Paul Kenneth Shillinglaw of Lexington passed away Monday, July 27, 2026, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston‑Salem, NC.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 1, at Gethsemane Baptist Church, 620 Hill Everhart Road, Lexington, NC 27295, with Pastor Keith Perkins officiating. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the...
Patricia Woodle Hanes
Jul 27, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Ann Woodle Hanes, 79, of Linwood, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 27, 2026, surrounded by her beloved husband of 62 years, her children and grandchildren. Pat fought a long and courageous battle with cancer for over 30 years.
She was born on July 9, 1947, to the late Carson and Lorine Leonard Woodle.
Pat...
Jimmy Lowell Everhardt
Jul 26, 2026
Mr. Jimmy Lowell Everhardt, 88, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026, in Davie County.
Born on January 8, 1938, in Rowan County, Jimmy was the son of the late Samuel Lowell Everhardt and Duette Trexler Everhardt.
Jimmy was a self-made man whose life was defined by hard work and dedication to his family. He was widely admired for his strong work...
