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Levoe Hilton Beckerdite
Jan 3, 2026
Levoe Hilton Beckerdite, our beloved mother, peacefully passed away on January 3, 2026 at Piedmont Crossing in Thomasville.
She was born August 29, 1932 in Thomasville, North Carolina to the late Mary Eliza and Harry Lee Hilton. She attended Midway School and later received her GED.
Levoe was married in 1949 to Ralph Beckerdite until his passing in 2006.
Their chicken stews at...
Woody Harrison Bowman
Jan 2, 2026
Woodroe “Woody” Harrison Bowman, 83, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 2, 2026. As you know Woody, loved by many, he always had a smile on his face and was quick witted. He was always so inviting, and thoroughly enjoyed family time, friendly competition, and cooking. He loved to travel and enthusiastically share stories from...
Anna Margaret Baker Hannon
Jan 2, 2026
Anna Margaret Baker Hannon, 90, of Advance, North Carolina, passed away on January 2, 2026, after a lengthy illness.
"Ann" was born on June 22, 1935 in St. George, West Virginia, to Howard Adam Baker and Bertha Keller Baker. After graduating high school, Ann had a career as an administrative assistant to a long list of companies before retiring from the...
Tommy Henderson Hepler
Jan 2, 2026
Rev. Thomas “Tommy” Henderson Hepler, 94, of Leonard Road in Lexington, went to meet his Lord and Savior, with his family by his side on Friday January 2, 2026.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Thursday January 8, 2026, at Leonard Road Baptist Church with Rev. Taylor Smith officiating services. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park.
The family...
Floyd Gilbert Lambert, Jr.
Jan 2, 2026
Floyd Gilbert Lambert, Jr., age 77, of Lexington, NC, passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, at his residence. A funeral service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Davidson Funeral Home in Lexington, with Rick Lanier officiating. The visitation will be at held at 3:00 an hour prior to the service.
Mr. Lambert was born on...
Terry Watts
Jan 1, 2026
Terry Mitchell Watts, 76, from Churchland NC, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loved ones on January 1st, 2026.
Terry was born on October 3rd, 1949, in Murphy, NC to Venson Burton Watts and Mattie Laney Watts, who proceed him in death, along with his 2 brothers Johnny Watts and Milton Watts and sister Judith Watts Hall.
His surviving...
Dennis Ray Keeton, Sr.
Dec 31, 2025
Dennis Ray Keeton, Sr., passed away December 31, 2025, in Mocksville. He was 77 years old.
Dennis was born on October 2, 1948, to William Ray Keeton and Doris Stoker Everhart. Dennis grew up in Forsyth County and graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1967. He began his professional career selling cars and later became a finance manager of automotive...
Barry Cornick
Dec 31, 2025
Mr. Barry Cornick was born on August 14, 1935, in Southport, England, to Mr. Leslie Cornick and Mrs. Doris Cornick.
Barry Cornick lived a full and beautiful life, reaching the remarkable age of 90. He was always quick to share stories from his life—stories you could listen to for hours on end. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved...
Mary Ann Nifong Frye
Dec 31, 2025
Mary Ann Nifong Frye of Winston-Salem, passed away December 31st, 2025, at Pine Ridge Nursing and Rehab Facility in Thomasville, NC. She was born on November 27th, 1934, in Davidson County, NC to the late Crystal Mae Hyatt Nifong and Raymond Howard Nifong.
Mary Retired from McLean Trucking Company. She also served beside her husband, Reverend Norman Sanford Frye, in his...
Lee Reed Kilpatrick
Dec 30, 2025
Lee Reed Kilpatrick, 76, passed away Tuesday December 30, 2025, at his home in Linwood.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Saturday January 3, 2026, at Cross Point Church of Lexington with Rev. Michael Greer officiating services. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park in Lexington.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1:00...
Josephine Pruitt Trammell
Dec 30, 2025
Josephine Pruitt Trammell, 87, of Davidson County, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Pine Ridge in Thomasville.
Josephine was born on February 26, 1938, in Pennsylvania County, VA, to the late Robert Lee Pruitt and Essie Jane Reynolds Pruitt. She worked for many years until her retirement from Duracell.
She enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, such as reading, working jigsaw...
Lee Kilpatrick
Dec 30, 2025
Lee Reed Kilpatrick, 76, passed away Tuesday December 30, 2025, at his home in Linwood.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm, Saturday January 3, 2026, at Cross Point Church of Lexington with Rev. Michael Greer officiating services. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park in Lexington.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1:00...
Alice "Pat" Swing Fritts
Dec 30, 2025
Alice ‘Pat’ Rose Swing Fritts, 85, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025 at Brookdale of Lexington.
A funeral service will be held at 11 am Friday, January 2 at Beck’s Reformed Church, by the Rev. Roland Slater and Rev. Dr. Steve Disher. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 – 11:00 am Friday at...
Brenda Kay Zappia
Dec 29, 2025
Brenda Kay Zappia, peacefully departed this life on December 29, 2025, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, just a few days after her birthday. Born on December 20, 1961, Brenda lived a life marked by compassion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to caring for others.
Brenda was born in Forsyth County to Donna Proveau where she spent her formative years. Her pursuit of...
Carole Biesecker Lemon
Dec 29, 2025
Carole Lemon, 94, of Davidson County passed away Monday, December 29, 2025 at Forsyth Hospital in Winston-Salem, N.C.
Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 11, 2026, at New Hope Presbyterian, 200 Cotton Grove Road in Lexington, NC. Visitation will follow the service.
Carole was born on June 24, 1931 in Davidson County to the late James Rosco Biesecker and...
George Lee Davis Jr.
Dec 29, 2025
Mr. George Lee Davis Jr., 69, passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 29, 2025. George was born three-and-a-half months premature on January 16, 1956 Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina. He was the first child of George Lee Davis and Jacqueline Mabe. George and his younger brother Jimmy, as well as their older half-brother...
Faye Rickard Eller
Dec 29, 2025
Faye Rickard Eller, 89, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, in Davidson County.
Born on November 12, 1936, in Davidson County, Faye was the daughter of the late Otis Graham Rickard and Ethel Beatrice Beck Rickard. She was raised in the community she loved and remained deeply rooted there throughout her life.
Faye had a special gift for...
Sherill "Jay" Jernigan
Dec 28, 2025
Sherrill “Jay” Jernigan, age 59, of Davidson County, passed away on December 28, 2025, in Davidson County. Born on October 10, 1966, also in Davidson County, Jay was a lifelong resident who deeply loved the community he called home.
Jay was known for his warm heart and strong devotion to his family. A true family man, he treasured time spent with...
Nancy Hepler Hemphill
Dec 25, 2025
Nancy Hepler Hemphill, 88, of Lexington, Passed away Thursday December 25, 2025, at High Point Medical Center in High Point.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 am Wednesday December 31, 2025, at Forest Hill Memorial Park with Pastor Taylor Smith officiating services.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday at Davidson Funeral Home
Mrs. Hemphill was born...
Dollie Scott Kiger
Dec 25, 2025
Dollie Scott Kiger, 89, passed away, Christmas Day, 2025 at her home.
A graveside services will be held, 11:00 AM, Tuesday December 30, at Reed’s Methodist Church cemetery, with Rev. Ray Morgan officiating.
Visitation will be held Monday, December 29, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Davidson Funeral Home.
Dollie was born November 6, 1936, in Davidson County, to Elcer Lee and...
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