Phyllis Davis Weaver
Oct 11, 2025
Phyllis Dean Davis Weaver, born on November 10, 1949, in Davidson County, NC, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 11, 2025. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Phyllis was a graduate of Denton High School and embarked on a fulfilling career in the healthcare field, where she worked as a receptionist for many years. Her...
Virgie Smith Clark
Oct 8, 2025
Virgie Smith Clark, a beloved matriarch, departed this world peacefully at her home in Ellerbe, North Carolina on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, just two days shy of her 86th birthday. Born in Richmond County, North Carolina, on October 10, 1939, Virgie was the cherished daughter of the late Roy and Catherine Chavis Smith. Her radiant spirit and indomitable strength shaped...
Richard Wayne Beck
Oct 3, 2025
Richard Wayne Beck, passed away at the age of 83 on Friday, October 3, 2025, at his residence in Clemmons, North Carolina, previously residing in Lexington. Born on September 15, 1942, in Cumberland County, NC, Richard lived a life marked by service, integrity, and a profound commitment to those he cherished.
Richard's professional journey included his role as a cutter at...
Benny Lamar Chandler
Oct 3, 2025
Benny Lamar Chandler, born on September 1, 1931, in Stanly County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, at Mountain Vista Health Park in Denton. He was 94 years old. Benny lived a life characterized by hard work, dedication to family, and a deep-seated commitment to his community.
A skilled mechanic, Benny was the original owner of the Texaco...
Arnett "Bud" Wayne Browning
Sep 29, 2025
Arnett "Bud" Wayne Browning, born on April 9, 1941, in Wyoming County, West Virginia, passed away at the age of 84 on September 29, 2025, at Mountain Vista Health Park in Davidson County, North Carolina. Bud was a hard worker whose notable career encompassed roles as a coal miner, heavy equipment operator, and truck mechanic. His dedication to his work...
Tennie Mozelle Shaw Cornelison
Sep 23, 2025
Tennie Mozelle Shaw Cornelison, a beloved member of our community and a woman of unwavering faith, passed away on September 23, 2025, at Mountain Vista Health Park in Denton. She was born on January 31, 1925, in Randolph County, NC, to proud parents Gus Shaw and Tish Cranford Shaw.
Throughout her life, Tennie dedicated herself to both her family and her...
Connie Lorene Harris Williamson
Sep 22, 2025
Connie Lorene Harris Williamson, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, at Randolph Hospice House. Born on August 16, 1934, in Randolph County, NC, Connie lived a life filled with love, dedication, and a passion for family. She was a proud graduate of Farmer High School, Class of 1953, and carried...
Mary Jane Fagg Haltom
Sep 21, 2025
Mary Jane Fagg Haltom, affectionately known as Jane, passed away on September 21, 2025, at Hinkle Hospice House. She was born on March 28, 1935, in Randolph County, NC. Jane left this world on a significant day, marking the birthday of her late son, Mark Haltom, creating a poignant connection in her passing.
Jane held deep roots in her community, having...
Michael "Mike" Lloyd Skeen
Sep 19, 2025
Michael “Mike” Lloyd Skeen, 79, of Piedmont School Rd., Denton, NC passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Atrium Health Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem. Mr. Skeen was born on May 26, 1946, in Guilford County to the late Winfred Lloyd Skeen and late Martha Garner Skeen.
Mike was a graduate of Denton High School class of 1964. He...
Kathy Campbell Chappell
Sep 12, 2025
Kathy Campbell Chappell, 75, of Candor, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Friday, September 12, 2025 at Peak Resources in Carthage. Memorial Services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Candor United Methodist Church, with Rev. Thomas Simpson.
Born in Montgomery County on December 22, 1949, she was the daughter of Lonnie Alexander and Emmer Lee Wilkes...
Barbara Ann White
Sep 12, 2025
Barbara Ann White, 46, of Yarborough Rd., Candor, died Friday, September 12, 2025 at Hospice Haven of Richmond County. Memorial Services will be announced at a later date.
Born July 1, 1979, in Manatee County, FL, she was the daughter of William White and Sheila Ross Gilbert. She was preceded in death by her father, and her brother, William L. White,...
Bert Wooten
Sep 10, 2025
Bert Randall Wooten, Jr., 66, of New London, NC passed away on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Atrium Health Stanly. Born on October 21, 1958, in Baltimore, Maryland the son of Bert Randall Wooten, Sr. and Myrtle Irene Phillips Wooten.
Bert had worked as a cast operator in the aluminum manufacturing industry. He was an active member of Chandler’s Grove Methodist...
Billy Joseph Fraley
Aug 31, 2025
Billy Joseph Fraley, aged 74, of High Point, NC, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at High Point Medical Center. Born in Pike County, Kentucky on February 9, 1951, Billy was the beloved son of Elder S. B. Fraley and Anna Mae Fraley.
Billy proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army....
Mable Ann Steele Luther
Aug 21, 2025
Mable Ann Steele Luther, aged 87, of Eagle Springs, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Born on September 10, 1937, in Richmond County, she was the cherished daughter of James Lloyd Steele and Ida Greene Steele Barbour. Mable had attended Eagle Springs Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her beloved...
Michael Allan Berray
Aug 18, 2025
Michael Allan Berray, aged 68, of Denton, NC, passed away peacefully at his residence on August 18, 2025. Born on August 30, 1956, in Waterloo, Iowa, he was the beloved son of the late Richard Allan Berray and Jacqueline “Jackie” Vich Berray.
Michael was a passionate car enthusiast, which naturally led him to a career in the...
Rosa Lee Atkins Tysinger
Aug 16, 2025
Rosa Lee Atkins Tysinger, aged 84, of Lexington, NC, passed away peacefully at her residence on August 16, 2025. Born on July 27, 1941, in Montgomery County, she was the beloved daughter of J.J. Tucker and Juanita Hardister Atkins. Rosa dedicated her career to Kaby Mills in Thomasville, where she worked as a seamstress. A woman of strong faith, she...
Rodger Darrell Lamonds
Aug 14, 2025
Rodger Darrell Lamonds, 67, of Candor, died Thursday, August 14, 2025 at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst. The family will receive friends at the residence from 2 to 5 PM on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
Born in Montgomery County on July 13, 1958, he was the son of David Edgar and Gladys Freeman Lamonds. He had...
John Ellison, Jr.
Aug 14, 2025
John Ellison, Jr., aged 51, of Henlawson, WV, and formerly of Denton, NC, passed away on August 14, 2025, at Charleston Area Medical Center in Charleston, WV. Born on July 9, 1974, in Franklin County, Ohio, he was the beloved son of the late John Ellison, Sr. and Zona Marie Blankenship Ellison.
John was a man of...
Zora Glover Jenkins
Aug 9, 2025
Zora Ann Glover Jenkins, 83, of Myrtle Rd., Jackson Springs, died Saturday, August 9, 2025 at her residence. Funeral Service will be 2:00 PM Friday, August 15, 2025, at Middle Cross Baptist Church, with Rev. David Reynolds and Rev. J.T. Harper officiating. Burial will follow in the Jackson Springs Cemetery.
Born in New Hanover County on January...
Betty Jean Elam Harris
Aug 5, 2025
Betty Jean Elam Harris, 90, of Spicewood Rd., Eagle Springs, died Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at her residence. Funeral Service will be 11AM Friday, August 8, 2025 at Candor United Methodist Church, with Rev. Thomas Simpson officiating. A Private Burial will follow in the Candor Cemetery.
Born in Montgomery County on May 15, 1935, she was the...
