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Sept. 4, 2019: Obituary

Jerry Alexander, 73

Brother Jerry Ander Alexander, age 73 of North Wilkesboro passed away Sunday, September 1, 2019 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday at Northside Baptist Church with Pastor Jason Seth Whitley, Brother Jason Lee Whitley and Mr. Jason Richardson officiating. The body will be placed in the church at 1:00 PM. Burial will be in Middle Cross Baptist Church Cemetery. .

Jerry was born October 19, 1945 in Wilkes County to Roy Clinton and Lura Mae Stone Alexander. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church and was a pastor for 16 years.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife; Judy Brown Alexander and one brother; Earl Alexander.

He is survived by three daughters; Sandy Richardson and husband Wayne of Hays, Dawn Alexander and Pam Alexander both of North Wilkesboro, one grandson; Jason Richardson and fiance' Chelsey Berry, and one great grandchild; Carly Richardson, sister; Mary Nell Williams of North Wilkesboro, brother; Mayford Alexander and wife; Thelma of Roaring River and sister-in-law; Jane Alexander of Rock Creek.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Northside Baptist Church, PO Box 2731, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or Mountain Valley Hospice, 945 Zephyr Road, Dobson, NC 27017.

Fellman Cheek, 84

Preacher Fellman Cheek, age 84 of Roaring River, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2019 at his home.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at Calvary Baptist Church with Pastor Mark Hall, Pastor Brian Cardwell and Pastor Larry Stone officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Preacher Cheek was born January 29, 1935 in Wilkes County to Ell and Mary Elizabeth Gentry Cheek. He was a member of Maple Springs Baptist Church. Preacher Cheek dedicated over 50 years of his life to preaching the Gospel. He was Pastor at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Wilkesboro for 4 years, Calvary Baptist Church in North Wilkesboro for 40 plus years where he was Pastor Emeritus, Grassy Knob Baptist Church in Union Grove for 3 years and Maple Springs Baptist Church in Ronda.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife; Betty Jane Billings Cheek, four sisters; Geneva Hudler, Ozena Myers, Mary Hemric and Rosie Hanes and three brothers; Willard Cheek, Clemmon Cheek and Marvin Cheek.

He is survived by a daughter: Karen Souther and husband Grant of Millers Creek, two sons: Tam Cheek and wife Jan of North Wilkesboro and Jody Cheek and wife Heather of Ocean Isle; six grandchildren: Joseph Cheek (Missy) of Charlotte, Todd Mathis (Lisa) of North Wilkesboro, Carisa Meade (Bradley) of North Wilkesboro, Thomas Cheek (Jordan) of Yadkinville, Andrew Cheek and Aiden Cheek both of Ocean Isle; six great grandchildren: Kaitlyn and Makayla Cheek, Amber Mathis, Slater and Alarie Meade and Sydney Cheek, and one sister Edna Norman (Paul) of Thurmond.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Woltz Hospice Home, 945 Zephyr Road, Dobson, NC 27017

Jordan Adams, 33

Mr. Jordan Ryan Adams, age 33 of North Wilkesboro passed away Saturday, August 31, 2019 at his home.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at Christian Fellowship Mission Church with Pastor Roger Wagoner officiating. Burial will be in the Taylor Cemetery.

Mr. Adams was born August 4, 1986 in Wilkes County to Gary Walter and Kim Holbrook Adams. He was a 2005 graduate of North Wilkes High School and worked for Hobes Ham.

He was preceded in death by his father; Gary Walter Adams and grandfather; Roscoe Holbrook and great grandparents; Glenn and Alsie Douglas.

He is survived by his mother; Kim Holbrook Taylor and husband; Terry of McGrady and two sisters; Kandace Thorley and husband Terry of Charlotte and Rylee Taylor of McGrady, grandparents; Betty and Carvin Brown of Millers Creek and his girlfriend; Meagan Smith and special friends; Mousey and Zae Zae.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Wilkes, PO box 306, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Bobby Yoder, 59

Bobby Jean Yoder, age 59, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2019 at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital in Elkin. Bobby was born February 4, 1960 in Tazwell County, Virginia. Bobby was one of the most amazing, hardworking mothers. She never met a stranger and was the grandmother of the century. She was loved by everyone who got to know her. Ms. Yoder was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Eugene and Idna Gladys Yates; brother, Timmy Yoder; and first husband, Joseph Haney.

Surviving are her sons, Joey Haney and spouse Courtney of North Wilkesboro, Randy Dowell and spouse Chelsea of North Wilkesboro, Joshua Dowell and spouse Nicole of Ronda; Gary Conley of Hays (nephew); grandchildren, Preston Dowell, Dominic Haney, Kaitlyn Haney, Kierstin Dowell, Haylie Dowell, Zach Dowell, Emma Hartley, Journey Haney, Jedidiah Haney, Caston Dowell; siblings, Connie Jo Dodson of Winston Salem, Gerrie Hildebrand of Clemmons, Bessie Diane Hall of Wilkesboro, Robbie Yoder of Florida, Teressa Grey and Arlene Morgan both of Tennessee; nieces, Shannon Campbell and Crystal Conley, among other nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of life will be held from 1:00 until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at Crossfire United Methodist Church with Rev. Steve Smith officiating. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis Place, Tennessee, 38105-9956.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Sue Summers, 81

Mrs. Sue Mathis Summers, age 81 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist- Wilkes Medical Center.

Graveside services were September 3, at Mountlawn Memorial Park with Rev. Chris Lakey officiating.

Mrs. Summers was born January 21, 1938 in Wilkes County to Coy and Thelma Jarvis Mathis. She was a homemaker who enjoyed sports, gardening, cooking and her family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Charles E. Summers, Sr., three sisters; Mary Sale, Lucille Johnson and Jean Anderson and one brother; Buddy Mathis.

She is survived by three sons; Charles Summers Jr. and wife Debbie, John Summers and wife Rosie and James Summers and wife Angela all of North Wilkesboro, three grandchildren; Adam Summers and wife Randee of State Road, Ashley Eller and husband Adam and Caitlyn Summers all of North Wilkesboro and four great grandchildren.

The family requests no food or flowers. Memorials may be made to Ebenezer Christian Children's Home PO Box 2777 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or the Humane Society of Wilkes PO Box 306 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

The family wishes to thank their mother's Home Health Care Team; Susan Shumate, Angela Fye and Angela Reins for their love, care and support that they have shown during this time.

Rita Harrold, 74

Rita Marlene Harrold, age 74, of Liberty, passed away Friday, August 30, 2019 at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro. She was born April 19, 1945 in Wilkes County to Boss and Ada Dillard Souther. Mrs. Harrold attended Julian Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Howard Harrold; and several siblings.

Surviving are son, Norman Harrold of Liberty; daughter, Marna Dunn of Tucson, Arizona; brothers, Terry Souther of Liberty, Carl Souther of Thomasville, David Souther of North Wilkesboro; and sister, Joyce Golds of Purlear.

Graveside service was September 3, at Zion Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Roger Jennings officiating. Memorials may be made to Zion Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, PO Box 372, Hays, NC 28635. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Woodrow Dowell, 73

Mr. Woodrow "Woodie" Wilson Dowell, age 73 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, August 30, 2019 at his home.

Funeral services were September 1, at Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Hall and Pastor Donnie Shumate officiating. Burial with Military Honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1142 will be in the church cemetery.

Mr. Dowell was born April 20, 1946 in Wilkes County to Howard William Dowell and Annie Floss Wooten Dowell. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. While serving in Vietnam, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and earned his Sharpshooter Badge (M-14) Rifle. He was retired from Wilkes Electric Armature where he worked as an Electrical Tech for 32 years. Woodie was a member of Calvary Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon for 40 years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister; Grace Campbell and five brothers; Lonnie Dowell, Bob Dowell, Bill Dowell, Junior Dowell and Paul Dowell.

He is survived by his wife Jeanette Walker Dowell of the home, three daughters; Angela Wood and husband Kevin of North Wilkesboro, Patricia

Rhoades and husband Tim of Boomer and Crystal Billings and husband Michael of Hays, six grandchildren; Taylor McKenzie Wood, Avery Cheyenne Wood, Isaac Braden Wood, Brittany Paige Rhoades, Ashley Brooke Billings and Michael Matthew Billings and two sisters; Laura Byers of Wilkesboro and

Rosa Lee Neaves and husband Gerald of West Jefferson.

Pallbearers were Teddy Reed, Danny Byers, Clayton Anderson, Jody Phillips, Kipi Hamby and Greg Wingler.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church PO Box 1516 Millers Creek, NC 28651.

Mary Gambill, 86

Mrs. Mary June Bishop Gambill, age 86 of Elkin, formally of the Brushy Mountain Community passed away Friday, August 30, 2019 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson.

Funeral services were September 1, at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Joe Wood officiating. Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.

Mrs. Gambill was born February 19, 1933 in Wilkes County to Paul Bledsoe Bishop and Mary Thelma Bumgarner Bishop. She retired from Cashion Oil Company as their Office Manager.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Buel Goodwin "Buck" Gambill, Jr., an infant son; Phillip Jerome Gambill and a sister; Bill Griffin and spouse Bill.

She is survived by a son; Jerome Gambill and wife Jennifer of Elkin, two grandchildren; Grace Elizabeth Gambill and Lily Hope Gambill, a sister; Jean Bullis and husband Glenn of Wilkesboro and a brother; Pete Bishop and spouse Betty of Wilkesboro.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation 110 East 42nd Street 16th Floor New York, NY 10017.

The family would like to Thank Mountain Valley Hospice for their care during this time.

James Higgins, 86

James Russell Higgins, age 86, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, August 30, 2019 at SECU Hospice Home in Yadkinville. Mr. Higgins was born May 13, 1933 in Wilkes County to Major McKinley and Ethel Lou Handy Higgins. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Austin Higgins; sisters, Hazel Handy and Nellie Mae Higgins Smithey; and brothers, Wayne and Clark Higgins.

Surviving are his wife, Nina May Watts Higgins; daughter, Sally Wambli Sina Win of Muskogee, Oklahoma; brother, Donald Higgins; five grandchildren; nine great grandchildren;

several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was September 1, at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Leon Church officiating. Burial followed in Edgewood Baptist Church Cemetery.

Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

James Vannoy, 70

Mr. James Russell Vannoy, age 70 of North Wilkesboro passed away Thursday, August 29, 2019 at his home.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, September 5, 2019 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel. Bural with military honors by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1142 will be in Scenic Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM Wednesday evening at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mr. Vannoy was born August 29, 1949 in Wilkes County to Claude Vannoy Sr. and Selma Stokes Vannoy. He served in the United States Army and did 2 tours of duty in Vietnam.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife; Gloria Dean Pickens Vannoy and his second wife; Jean Remines Vannoy, one sister; Theresa Vannoy and three brothers; Ronald Vannoy, Claude Vannoy, Jr and Robert Lee Vannoy.

He is survived by two sons; Russell Vannoy and wife; Sandy of North Wilkesboro and Demetrius Vannoy of Florida, eleven grandchildren; Torrence Vannoy, Kirstyn Vannoy, Alisha Vannoy, Russell Vannoy, Sami Bell, Danisha Vannoy, Iesha Vannoy Deonte Vannoy, Shamori Vannoy Demetrius (DJ) Vannoy Jr., and Ejovi Vannoy, three great grandchildren; Kennedi Ascencio, Kassidy Ascencio and Bryton Lane, one sister; JoAnn Vannoy Gayles and husband Jackie of Wilkesboro and two brothers; Allen E. Vannoy and wife Jackie and Carl W. Vannoy all of Wilkesboro and sister-in-law; Anita Vannoy of North Wilkesboro.

Flowers will be accepted.

George Miles, 55

Mr. George William Miles, age 55 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at his home.

Private Family Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Mr. Miles was born June 17, 1964 in Flint Michigan to Jack D. Miles and Wilma L. Miles. He was an active member of the Wilkesboro Church of Christ. Mr. Miles was a Lab Chemist with Tyson Technical Services.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister; Debbie and two brothers; Greg Dallaire and William "Bill" Miles.

He is survived by his fiancé Shauna Danielle Porter of North Wilkesboro and a sister; Jewel Cousino of Burton, Michigan.

Flowers will be accepted.

Gladys Castle, 83

Gladys Zora Castle, age 83, of Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. She was born August 27, 1936 in Wilkes County to Wade Jonathan and Mattie Laws Castle. Gladys was a member of Northside Baptist Church. She always had a smile for everyone. Ms. Castle was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Ward Edward Castle; very special friend, Eugene Jarvis.

She is survived by her siblings, Lloyd Edward Castle and spouse Lorine of Wilkesboro, Evelyn Anderson and spouse Turner of North Wilkesboro, Mary Mash and spouse Jimmy, Ann Bishop, Grace James, David Castle (Heather Anderson) all of Wilkesboro; nieces, Melissa Mash Whitley and Rita Brown; several other nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was August 30, at Northside Baptist Church with Pastor Jason Whitley, Pastor Joseph Sturgill officiating and eulogy provided by Chris Bishop. Burial will follow in Moravian Falls Cemetery.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Northside Baptist Church, 1105 Odell Street, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Linda Koontz, 72

Mrs. Linda Arnett Koontz, age 72 of Millers Creek, NC passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 27, 2019.

She was born July 17, 1947 in St. Augustine FL to Dalton and Catherine Tedder Arnett. Linda was a loving mother, grandmother and devoted wife. She was a remarkable cook and enjoyed hosting holidays with family. She was an avid traveler, who loved discovering new roads and shortcuts. She had a passion for quilting, trying new styles and patterns while creating incredible quilts. She played piano beautifully with one of her favorites being Nadia's Theme which could fill up the room, she was truly talented. Linda was very artistic and creative. Her favorite memories were baking Christmas cookies with her children and grandchildren and picking out Holiday decorations. Linda loved all aspects of life and tried to experience as much of it as possible. There are no words to accurately express the love she had for others. Linda touched and enriched so many lives and we know she will continue to enrich us all from heaven.

Linda is survived by her husband; Coy Alton Koontz, Jr. of the home, two daughters; Suzanne Koontz of Millers Creek and Ashley Weaver and husband, Rick of Melbourne Fl three grandchildren; Chase Vogt, Shelby Vogt, Sean Weaver, two brothers; Glenn Arnett and wife Lynn of St. Augustine Fl and Virgil Arnett of Georgia and her devoted dog Toby.

Graveside services will be held at a later date in Florida.

Peggy Greer, 73

Peggy Ann Greer, age 73, of North Wilkesboro, died Monday, August 26, 2019, at her home. She was born December 30, 1945. Funeral will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, August 31, 2019, Harmony Baptist Church. - Miller Funeral Service

John Parker, 81

John Rufus Parker, age 81, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Monday, August 26, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. He was born May 16, 1938 in Wilkes County to Coy and Kate Anderson Parker. John was a member of Oakwoods Baptist Church. He was a US Army Veteran, receiving a medal for carbine and rifle sharpshooter and was a butcher. Mr. Parker was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Winnie Arrington and Martha Louise Parker McCulley and grandchildren, Valerie Dawn Teague, Jonathan Scott Teague.

Surviving are his sister, Antonia Parker Bailey and spouse R.C. of Winter Haven, Florida; step daughter, Jane E. Osborne of North Wilkesboro; step son, Larry Osborne of North Wilkesboro; great grandchildren, Cameron Teague and Kyleigh Teague; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was August 30 at Oakwoods Baptist Church with Pastor Christopher Clark officiating.

Burial with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142 followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, PO Box 9, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Pallbearers will be James Anderson, Robert Anderson, Robin Bumgarner, Randy Earp, Sr., Randy Earp, Jr., Ricky Walker, Lee Tedder and Ernie Absher. Honorary pallbearer will be Cameron Teague.

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Nov. 6, 2019: Obituaries

James Bowman, 92

Mr. James Fred Bowman, 92, of Burlington passed away at the Presbyterian Home of Hawfields on Thursday, October 31, 2019. A native of Guilford County, Mr. Bowman was the husband of the late Dr. Betty Lynch Bowman and son of the late William Daniel Bowman and Nannie Neese Bowman. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Dr. Zebulon L. Bowman and daughter, Freda Bowman Black; three sisters, Minnie Bowman Windham, Verda Bowman Euliss, Mada Bowman Brown; two brothers, W.O. Bowman and Joe Bowman; two half brothers, Bozie Bowman and Willard Bowman; and one half sister, Vallie Bowman Hudson.

Mr. Bowman is survived by his children; Dr. Tom Bowman and his wife, Dr. Karolen Bowman, of North Wilkesboro; Nan Bowman Wooten and her husband, Steve Wooten, of Guilford County; 11 grandchildren, Dr. John Daniel Bowman, Dr. David Neil Bowman, Paul Thomas Bowman, Kathren Bowman Lundy, Daniel Jefferson Bowman, Michael Jameson Bowman, Joshua Steven Wooten, Maria Dee Wooten, Elizabeth Kaye Wooten, Jordan Leigh Black and Jeanette Bowman Black and 5 great-grandchildren, Deborah, Abigail, Elijah and Caleb Bowman, and Flynn Lundy.

Mr. Bowman graduated from Nathaniel Greene High School in Guilford County in 1944. He received Bachelor of Arts Degrees from Elon College in 1951 and 1959, majoring in Physics, Mathematics, and Business Administration, and a Masters in Science Degree from Duke University in 1967, majoring in Electrical Engineering. He completed certification in Mechanical Engineering in 1954 and certification by the North Carolina Board of Registration for Engineers and Land Surveyors as a Professional Engineer in 1963.

Mr. Bowman began a career of over 30 years with Western Electric in 1952, where he worked as a Senior Engineer. His work included management and design of government projects as well as communications.

Mr. Bowman believed strongly in service to his community. He was active in local politics his entire life. He served as Precinct Chairman of the Alamance County Democratic Party as well as served on numerous committees within that organization. He was elected for five consecutive terms to serve the citizens of Alamance, Rockingham and Stokes counties as a Legislator in the North Carolina House of Representatives. He served as an elected member of the Alamance County Soil and Water Board for 24 years prior to his passing. Mr. Bowman was an active member of the Burlington Civitans Club from 1978 until his death, serving on many committees and serving as President 2003-2004 and 2004-2005. He had over 22 years of Perfect Attendance with the Burlington Civitans and was active in all Civitan community projects. He also served on the Advisory Committee of The Salvation Army of Alamance County. Mr. Bowman was an avid gardener and loved to fish.

Mr. Bowman was a man of strong faith. He was a member of Beverly Hills United Church of Christ in Burlington for over 70 years, where he served as a Sunday School teacher for over 60 years, Chairman of Board of Trustees and Finance Committee and was very active in Men's Fellowship.

The family received friends November 4, at Rich and Thompson Funeral and Cremation Service in Burlington, followed by a graveside service at Magnolia Cemetery in Elon, NC. Officiating was the Rev. Norman Whitney and the Rev. Jim Mitchell.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Burlington Civitan Club, PO Box 568, Burlington NC 27216.

Charlotte Hill, 58

Mrs. Charlotte Louise Hill, 58, of Moravian Falls, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2019.

Charlotte was born on Sunday, September 10, 1961 in Wilkes County to Dwight Staley and Annie Mae Harris Staley.

Charlotte is preceded in death by her parents and husbands, Lester Jack Eller and David Wayne Hill.

Charlotte is survived by her sisters, Judy Cockerham (Paul) of Tobaccoville, Mary Jane Porter (Jerry) of Laurel Springs, Sharon Mathis (Monty) of North Wilkesboro; brother, Donnie Staley of Wilkesboro and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at Shady Grove Baptist Church, Wednesday November 6, 2019 1:00-1:45, Funeral Service will be at 2 p.m. at Shady Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow the funeral in the church cemetery

Pastor Tom Moore and Rev. Monty Mathis will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes P.O. Box 396 Moravian Falls, NC 28654. The Family requests no food.

Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes has the honor of serving the Hill Family.

Dare Shumate, 76

Dare Ann Shumate, age 76, of North Wilkesboro, NC, went to her heavenly home, Saturday, November 2, 2019. She was born January 28, 1943 in Surry County to Carl and Flossie Mae Myers Harris. Dare was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church on LuRay Road; she believed in God and loved Him very much. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her passion was cooking for her family. Dare was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Donald "Bud" Harris.

Surviving are her husband, Jerry Lewis Shumate; daughter, Sharon Call and spouse Steve of North Wilkesboro, NC; sons, L. Allen Shumate and spouse Phyllis of Clayton, NC, Jerry Wayne Shumate and spouse Melinda of Galax, VA; sisters, Ila Mae Combs, Rosa Lee Holbrook both of Ronda, NC; brother, Jimmy Dale Harris and spouse Carol of Devils Lake, ND; grandchildren, W. Christopher Call and spouse Tiffiny of Hays, NC, Kayla Shumate and spouse Timothy Rodriguez of Nashville, TN, Jonathan Call and spouse Chelsi of Huntersville, NC, Ryan Shumate of Morrisville, NC, Paige Watson and spouse Anthony of Galax, VA, Bradley Shumate of Clayton, NC, Lauren Shumate of Galax, VA; great grandchildren, Carson Call, Camren Call and Caden Call.

Funeral service was November 5, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church on LuRay Road with Pastor Kent Wood officiating. Burial followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Mt. Zion Baptist Church, PO Box 1603, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Wanda Shew, 69

Mrs. Wanda Ferguson Shew, age 69 of Wilkesboro passed away Saturday, November 2, 2019 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem.

Funeral services will be held 2:30 PM Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. David Wellborn, Rev. Kenneth Griffin and Rev. James Ferguson officiating. Burial will be in Scenic Memorial Gardens.

Mrs. Shew was born January 6, 1950 in Bramwell, WV to John Henry and Eleanor Jane Carlton Ferguson. She retired from Wilkes Vocational Center and was a member of Fishing Creek Arbor Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by five brothers; SFC Edwin Ferguson, John Henry Ferguson, Jr., Julius Jerome Ferguson, James William Ferguson and Baby Boy Ferguson and five sisters; Arbdella Dula, Brenda Barnes, Naomi Jones, Esther Hailey and Gwendola Ferguson.

She is survived by her husband Walter Shew of the home, one daughter; Jessica Lomeli of Wilkesboro, two loving sons; Leander Ferguson of Wilkesboro and Kenneth Carlton of Georgia, three loving step-sons; Michael Shew, Jeff Shew and Timothy Shew all of Wilkesboro, special friend; "Daddy" Warren Brown, three sisters; Barbara McVay and Jeanette Lomeli both of Wilkesboro and Evangelist Carline Horton of Lenoir and two brothers; Minister Arthur Ferguson and wife Elizabeth of North Wilkesboro and Joseph Ferguson and wife Liza of Wilkesboro and a host of nieces and nephews.

Flowers will be accepted.

Helen Walsh, 93

Mrs. Helen Bumgarner Walsh, age 93 of Wilkesboro passed away Saturday, November 2, 2019 at her home.

Funeral services were November 5, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Reach Center with Rev. Kevin Brown officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Walsh was born June 15, 1926 in Wilkes County to William Isaac and Mamie McNeil Bumgarner. She was a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband; Ernest Clay Walsh, two daughters; Elaine Walsh and Melanie Lynn Walsh, three sisters and one brother.

She is survived by two sons; Jeff Walsh and wife Gail and Mike Walsh and wife Carol all of Wilkesboro, four grandchildren; Nicole Walsh Vidrine and husband Lorne, Joshua Clay Walsh and wife Caroline, Luke Michael Walsh and wife Megan and Mathew Millner, three great grandchildren; Ryder Lane Walsh, River Knox Walsh and Ezekiel Justice Walsh.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Wake Forest Baptist Care At-Home Hospice, Suite 110, 126 Executive Drive, Wilkesboro, NC or, Ebenezer Christian Children's Home, PO Box 2777, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Bobby Marley, 72

Bobby Dean Marley, age 72, of Ferguson, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. He was born March 11, 1947 in Wilkes County to Woodrow Wilson and Elizabeth Hamby Marley. Mr. Marley was a member of Full Gospel Tabernacle. He enjoyed the outdoors. Bobby was a loving husband, being with people, his family, son and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Junior Marley, Billy Joe Marley, Robert Lee Marley, Franklin Dee Marley and Tommy Marley; and sister, Anna Sue Marley.

Surviving are his wife, Louella Hamby Marley; son, Michael Dean Marley of Ferguson; grandchildren, Amanda Lynn Laws and spouse Jeremiah of Ferguson, Matthew Gene Greene of Boomer; great grandchildren, Michael Griffith, Emma Laws, Josie Laws; brothers, Richard Marley, Clayton Marley, Grover Marley all of Ferguson, Boyd Marley of Granite Falls; sisters, Nina Mae Beavers of Ferguson and Ethel Greene and spouse Danel of Lenoir.

Funeral service was held November 3, at Miller Funeral Chapel with Pastor Cecil Hamby and Sister Vera Watson officiating. Burial was in Full Gospel Tabernacle Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Billy Griffin, 68

Mr. Billy 'Bill" Martin Griffin, age 68, of Millers Creek, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019 at Accordius Health Care.

He was born January 26, 1951 in Wilkes County, to the late Howard Martin Griffin and Martha Wilma Jones Griffin.

Bill was a member of Vision Baptist Church.

Including his parents, he was preceded in death by: his wife, Linda Gail Griffin; sister, Katie Griffin and brother, Roy Griffin.

Those left to cherish and honor his memory include: sisters, Georgia Griffin Sheets (Johnny), Bonnie Griffin Perez; brother, Jackie Griffin( Michelle), John Griffin (Glenda), all of Millers Creek, Lewis Griffin of McGrady, and Mark Enos of Charlotte.

The funeral service was November 5, at Vision Baptist Church. Pastor Joel Gray officiated. Burial was in the Griffin Family Cemetery on Shoe Road in Millers Creek.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Billy's memory to Mountain Valley Hospice, 401 Technology lane, Suite 2001, Mount Airy, NC 27030 or Medi Home Health Agency, 180 W. Main Street, Taylorsville, NC 28681.

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes and cremation services is honored to be serving the Griffin Family.

Lloyd Burgess, Sr. 70

Mr. Lloyd Harold Burgess, Sr. age 70, of North Wilkesboro, husband of Jessie Nichols Burgess, died Thursday, October 31, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.

Graveside services were November 5, at Congo Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery with Rev. Scott Wagoner and Rev. Thomas Bumgarner officiating.

Mr. Burgess was born July 14, 1949 in Iredell County to Ivory Conrad and Donnie Vee Church Burgess. He worked for Terry Huffman Logging as a driver.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother. .

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Jessie Nichols Burgess, of the home; three sons, Lloyd Harold Burgess, Jr. of North Wilkesboro, Charles Eugene Burgess and wife, Kimberly, of Pisgah Forest, and Eric Andrew Burgess of North Wilkesboro; six grandchildren, Wesley Charles Burgess and wife, Theresia, Miranda Nicole Burgess, Kasey DeAnn Burgess, Joshua Ryan Burgess, Megan Elizabeth Burgess, and Erica Mitchell and husband, Justin; four great-grandchildren, Leah Mae Shew, Ryan Lee Burgess, Gavin Rylee McKinnley Mongold, and Justin Junior Tyler Mitchell; three sisters, Glenda Hargett and husband, Jerry, of Purlear, Cynthia Jones of Moravian Falls, and Gloria Jean Medlin and husband, Paul, of Kinley; two brothers, A.C. Burgess and wife, Edith, of Wilkesboro, and Buddy Burgess and wife, Jan, of North Wilkesboro; and many precious nieces and nephews.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 9, North Wilkesboro NC 28659 or the donor's choice.

Ruth Royal 92

Mrs. Ruth Inez Huffman Royal age 92 of Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2019 at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehab.

Funeral services were November 4, at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Eddie Tharpe officiating. Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.

Mrs. Royal was born December 27, 1926 in Wilkes County to Minnie Huffman. She was a homemaker and a member of Stony Hill Baptist Church.

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her husband; Paul Worth Royal, brother and sister in law; Herman Huffman and Ann Yates.

She is survived by two daughters; Shirley Royal Pennington and husband, Paul of North Wilkesboro and Judy Royal Johnson and husband, Rex of North Wilkesboro, a son; David Paul Royal and wife, Sharon of North Wilkesboro, five grandchildren; Tim Pennington, Paula Inman, Beth McNeill, Brian Johnson and Jennifer Childress, thirteen great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren, two brothers; Ernest Junior Yates of Wilkesboro and Hobert and wife, Diane Yates of Purlear and sister in law; Betty Huffman.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the Donor's Choice.

Doris Wagoner, 80

Doris Aldean Wagoner, 80, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, October 30, 2019, at Forsyth Medical Center.

The family will conduct a service in Pennsylvania at a later date.

Robert Pless, Sr. 85

Robert Pless, Sr. 85 Mr. Robert Eugene Pless, Sr. age 85 of Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, October 30. 2019 at his home.

Private Graveside services will be held.

Mr. Pless was born August 24, 1934 in Houston, TX to Roy Lamar Pless and Helen Pugh Pless. Robert served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He was retired from the North Carolina Department of Transportation.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother; Francis Pless.

He is survived by three sons; Robert Pless, Jr. and wife Glenda of North Wilkesboro, Glenn Pless of Wilkesboro and Stephen Pless and wife Denise of Montrose, IL, five grandchildren; Ian Chandler Pless, Alex Ryan Pless, Amy Lauren Speer, Jessica Renee Connor and Katelyn Marie Stancil, four great grandchildren: Marleigh Jo Connor, Magnolia May Connor, Harper Grace Stancil and Owen Andrew Speer and a brother; Dr. Charles Pless of Knoxville, TN.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wake Forest Care at Home Hospice 126 Executive Drive Suite 110 Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Edith Sidden, 66

Edith Sidden, 66 Miss Edith "Gaye" Sidden age 66 of Winston Salem, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center.

Funeral services were November 2, 2019 at Old Roaring River Baptist Church with Mr. Jerry Sidden officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Miss Sidden was born August 27, 1953 in Surry County to Cyrus Columbus Sidden and Wilma Edna Hicks Sidden. She retired from Novant Health as a Medical Transcriber. Miss Sidden was a member of New Friendship Baptist Church in Winston Salem.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Miss Sidden is survived by two sisters; Janet Moser and husband Ken of Rural Hall and Cheryl Rogers and husband Terry of Lantana, TX.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Old Roaring River Baptist Church Cemetery Fund 11156 Longbottom Road, Traphill, NC 28685.

Lloyd Castle, 85

Mr. Lloyd Edward Castle, age 85 of Wilkesboro passed away Monday, October 28, 2019 at Mtn. Valley Hospice Home in Yadkinville.

Funeral services were October 31, at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Dean Crane officiating. Burial with Military Honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1142 was in Walnut Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Moravian Falls.

Mr. Castle was born December 2, 1933 in Wilkes County to Wade and Mattie Leigh Laws Castle. He retired from Gardner Mirror and was a member of Cub Creek Baptist Church. He enjoyed everything outdoors and always had a task that needed to be done around the house. Monday was Cow Sale day and visiting with old friends. He served in the United States Army and received the Defense Service Metal and completed 8 years in the Army Reserve.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter; Amanda Castle, a sister; Gladys Castle and a brother; Ward Castle.

He is survived by his wife; Loriene Eller Castle of the home, two daughters; Sherry Vogel and husband Mike of Spartanburg, SC. and Terry Castle of Wilkesboro, one son; Jerry Castle and wife Lisa of Moravian Falls, six grandchildren; Daniel Castle and wife Kristen, Beth Ellis and husband Dillon, Amy Helms and husband Adam, Andrew Castle and wife Makayla, Justin Vogel and wife Emily and Dustin Castle, six great grandchildren; Katy Castle, Brian Vogel, Easton Ellis, Karson Ellis, Natalie Castle and Audrey Helms, four sisters; Mary Mash and husband Jim of Wilkesboro, Evelyn Anderson and husband Turner of North Wilkesboro, Grace James and Ann Bishop both of Wilkesboro and one brother; David Castle of Moravian Falls.

Pallbearers; Daniel Castle, Justin Vogel, Andrew Castle, Dennis Bishop, Christopher Bishop, Dillon Ellis, Johnathan Davis and Tommy Eller, Honorary Pallbearers; SGT Adam Helms and Chris Eller.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Mtn. Valley Hospice, 401 Technology Lane, Suite 200, Mt. Airy, NC 27030.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

Veva McClane

Mrs. Veva McClane of Ferguson passed away Monday, October 28, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village.

Private Graveside services will be held.

Mrs. McClane was born in Wilkes County to Dallas M. and Katrina Eller Triplett. She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Ferguson.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death her husband; Ellsworth (Mac) McClane, a sister; Inez Caudill and a brother; Vernon Triplett.

She is survived by a son; Dr. William E. McClane of Marietta, GA, two grandchildren; Laura McClane of Washington, DC and Lindsay McClane of Paris, France and one sister; Iva Peak of Mint Hill, NC

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Mt. Zion Baptist Church, PO Box 7, Ferguson, NC 28624.

Lula Spicer

Our loved mother, Ms. Lula Blanche Spicer, departed this life on October 21, 2019 at the golden age of 97. She was born on February 19, 1922 to the late Cleave and Maggie Spicer of Traphill, North Carolina.

Due to the challenging life that Ms. Spicer lived, she was only able to complete the 7th grade, but her life experiences and faith in God allowed her to live a comfortable, yet humble life. As a single parent, she raised two successful daughters, Joann and Diane. She worked as a domestic in many homes in the Elkin area; however, during a period of over fifty years, she worked in the home of Robert and Elizabeth Lankford, where she established a very special bond with their three sons, a bond that lasted a lifetime. She was a member of Sandy Creek Baptist Church whereas she served for many years as Mother and missionary.

Blanche, as she was affectionately known, enjoyed cooking, sewing, baking, cleaning and spending time with her family and friends, who raved over the special meals she prepared for them: country ham biscuits, southern fried chicken, pound cake, cinnamon buns, and lemon meringue and coconut pies. The constant sparkle in her eyes was even brighter as compliments flowed from the mouths of many.

After living with her sister Mabel for several years, she relocated to Lansing, Michigan, where she attended Abundant Grace Faith Church under the leadership of Pastor Louis Dixon and Pastor Pamela Dixon. Her final move was made to Copperas Cove, Texas where she attended Christian House of Prayer under the leadership of Bishop Nathaniel Holcomb (deceased) and Pastor Valerie Holcomb. Lula Blanche Spicer spent her final days with her two daughters, two grandchildren and their dogs: Jay, Carmel (deceased) and Que (deceased).

Ms. Spicer leaves to mourn: two daughters, Maggie Joann Reynolds (Retired Sergeant First Class Dennis C. Reynolds/Deceased) of Copperas Cove, Texas and Cynthia Diane Spicer formerly of Lansing, Michigan; two grandchildren, Tamika L. Reynolds of Killeen, Texas and Dennis T. Reynolds (Todd) of Dallas, Texas; three God given sons, Bobby Lankford of Elkin, North Carolina, Barry Lankford (Becky) of Greensboro, North Carolina, John Lankford (Linda) of Raleigh, North Carolina; two God given grandchildren, Molly Lankford Campbell, Barbara Lankford Rogers and a plethora of nieces, nephews, special cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings: Hebert Simpson (Eleanor), Arnold Simpson

(Martha), Turner Simpson, Verna Spicer Harris (Millard Sr.), Alton Spicer, Grady Spicer (Ella), Lillie Spicer Dalton (Hillary), Sam Spicer, Baby Girl (Deceased at Birth), Mabel Spicer, and her favorite son-in-law, Dennis Clay Reynolds. Ms. Spicer was the last of her siblings to be called home to glory.

Homegoing services were November 3rd, at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel in North Wilkesboro, NC with Reverend Millard Harris, Jr. and Minister William R. Clement officiating. Interment will be in Sandy Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, 9054 Traphill Road, Traphill, NC

Linda Canter, 72

Linda B. Canter, age 72, widow of James F. Canter,

Jr, passed away at home peacefully on Monday, Oct. 21, 2019.

She was born Nov. 21, 1946, in Greensboro, NC, to Paul McClee Blackburn and Geniveive Vivian (Sparks) Blackburn.

She was the co-owner of Time Testers of Elkin, NC. She was a devoted wife and mother, a loving grandmother and great-grandmother.

She is survived by her daughter; Mary

LaVonne Canter Warder and husband James (Jimmy), of Mechanicsville, MD, three grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and one brother.

A graveside service was held Nov. 3, at 2 at White Plains Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor William Souther officiating.

Flowers will accepted or memorials may be made to donor's choice.

Clarence Boyd, 66

Mr. Clarence Wayne Boyd, age 66, of Wilkesboro stepped into the light and God's loving arms on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Duke University Hospital, following complications from double lung transplant surgery.

Memorial services will be held 3:00 pm Sunday, November 10, 2019 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with the Rev. Kedron Nicholson and the Rev. Ken Asel officiating. Inurnment will follow in the columbarium. The family will receive friends at St. Paul's from 1:30 until 2:30 pm in the Commons prior to the service.

A reception will follow in the Parish House.

Wayne was born March 25, 1953 in Eden, North Carolina to Clarence Willard and Margaret Harris Boyd. He was a graduate of John M. Morehead High School in Eden, North Carolina. He attended North Carolina State University, where he majored in textiles, and was a member of the Glee Club.

He never met a stranger, which served him well in the insurance business for over 40 years, and enabled him to help many people and make numerous lifelong friends. He was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, where he previously served as Senior Warden of the vestry, and was active in the choir for many years.

His outgoing personality and desire to be of service to others, coupled with his love of sports, allowed him to be a coach and mentor for over twenty years to numerous boys and girls who played soccer in Wilkes County.

He had a tenacious personality, and a never give up attitude which served him well the last years of his life as he dealt with the progression of pulmonary fibrosis disease. He was strong and unwavering in his faith, his love of his family and friends, and his loyalty to the N C State Wolfpack.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife, Beth Mastin Boyd, and one daughter Maggie Boyd, both of the home, one son, Josh Boyd and wife Emily Boyd, of Clayton, NC, and three grandchildren: Henry, Ollie, and Bennett Boyd of Clayton, NC.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Donate Life North Carolina at donatelifenc.org.

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Jan. 11, 2017: Obituaries

Rex Eller, 78

Mr. Rex Eller, 78, of Purlear passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2017.

Rex was born on Thursday, September 1, 1938 to Percy Cleveland Eller and Ora Mae Eller.

Rex was a member of Lewis Fork Baptist Church, the Mt Pleasant Ruritan club, Honor Guard, and an

Rex is preceded in death by: his parents; wife, Willa Dean Wiles Eller and brothers, Raymond and James Eller.

Rex is survived by: his daughters, Kristi Greer and husband, Kevin of Wilkesboro, Jennifer Estes and husband, Adrian of Purlear; sisters, Christine Eller and Haline Eller, both of Wilkesboro, Nancy Barnes of Tega Cay, South Carolina; brothers, Raynard Eller, and Max Eller, both of Purlear, Edward “Ed” Eller and Kenneth”Kent” Eller, both of Wilkesboro; four grandchildren, Ethan and Cameron Greer of Wilkesboro, Taner and Sofie Estes of Purlear.

The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at Lewis Fork Baptist church. Visitation will be held from 12:30-1:30 at the church. Burial will follow the funeral at Mt Lawn Memorial Park.

Flowers or memorial donations may be given to The Ruby Blackburn Adult Daycare, 1915 West Park Dr #200, N. Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes has the honor of serving the Eller Family.

Coy Call Sr., 75

Mr. Coy Clay Call Sr., 75, of North Wilkesboro, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at Wilkes Regional Medical Center.

Coy was born on Saturday, May 17, 1941 in Wilkes County to the late Benjamin Winfred Call and Carrie Elizabeth Call.

Coy enjoyed wrestling and Nascar racing. He was of the Baptist faith.

Coy is preceded in death by: his parents; wife, Chessie Vea Miller Call; son, Timmy Call; brothers, JP Call and Julius Call; sisters, Florence Bouchelle, Sylvia Soots, Doris Spears, and Tessie Foster.

Coy is survived by: daughters, Debbie Call of North Wilkesboro, Karen Wyatt of McGrady; sons, Coy “Grayland” Call and wife, Kathleen of Roaring River, Nicky Call and wife, Kathy of Union Grove; brothers, Jerry Call, Ray Call; sisters, Lois Foster, Fern Anderson; ten grandchildren and five great-grand children.

The funeral service will be held at 3:00 pm Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes Chapel, 2109 Moravian Falls Road, Moravian Falls, NC 28654. Reverend Allen Bouchelle will be officiating. Visitation will be held at 2:00 pm until 2:45pm at Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes Chapel. Burial will follow the funeral at Moravian Falls Cemetery in Moravian Falls.

Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes is honored to be serving the Call Family.

Jessie Shepherd, Jr., 78

Mr. Jessie Lee "Jim" Shepherd, Jr., age 78, of North Wilkesboro, died Thursday, January 5, 2017 at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehab Center. He was born August 31, 1938 in Wilkes County to Jessie Lee Shepherd, Sr. and Hester Tunnie Wingler Shepherd. He was the owner and operator of Jessie Shepherd's Backhoe and Grading Service. Mr. Shepherd was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Clara Lee Walsh Shepherd; and his son, Jimmy Allen Shepherd.

Surviving are his son, Paul Shepherd of North Wilkesboro; granddaughter, Kimberly Shepherd of North Wilkesboro; brothers, Claude Shepherd and wife Frances of North Wilkesboro, Tunnie Shepherd and wife Penny of Kernersville; sister, Katherine Smithey and husband Clayton of Greensboro; and great grandchildren, Dillon Shepherd, Joshua Shepherd, Connor Shepherd and Dixie Shepherd all of North Wilkesboro.

Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Brady Hayworth and Rev. Arvil Perry officiating. Burial will follow in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 12:00 until 1:00 on Tuesday, prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 4600 Park Road #250, Charlotte, NC 28209. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

Mrs. Linda Randolph Johnson, 69

Mrs. Linda Randolph Johnson, 69, of Union Grove, passed away on Wednesday January 3, 2017.

Linda was born on Friday, October 24, 1947 in Williamsburg Virginia to Chester Lee Randolph and Virginia Dare Glass Randolph Gregory.

Linda is preceded in death by her parents and brother, David Gregory.

Linda is survived by her husband, Billy James Johnson; sons, James “Lynn” Johnson of Union Grove and Jamie Allen Johnsons and wife, RosaLee also of Union Grove, 5 grandchildren and one great grand child.

Linda was a member of Mt Pisgah Baptist Church; she also enjoyed fishing and crocheting.

The funeral services for Linda are private.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to The American Cancer Society. P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, Ok 73123

Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes has the honor of serving the Johnson Family.

Miss Ava Marie Billings

Miss Ava Marie Billings, age 21 months, daughter of Bobby Ray and Randi Elizabeth Walker Billings passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017 at Brenner’s Children’s Hospital.

Graveside service will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Knobbs Baptist Church with Rev. Gene Shepherd and Rev. Richard Caudill officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 PM prior to the service at the church.

Miss Billings was born March 3, 2015 in Surry County to Bobby Ray and Randi Elizabeth Walker Billings.

She is survived by her parents of the home, one sister; Payton Nichole Billings, maternal grandparents; Randy Dale and Lena Carol Walker, paternal grandparents; Billy Joe Billings and Melissa Luffman Billings, maternal great-grandparents; Sharon Felts, John William and Betty Lou Craig, paternal great-grandparents; William Maynard and Elsie Ann Billings, and maternal great-great- grandmother; Gladys Stamper.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

Thelma Mathis, 88

Mrs. Thelma Billings Mathis, age 88 of Traphill, passed away January 2, 2017 at her home.

Graveside services will be held 1:00 PM, Thursday, January 5, 2017, at Stoney Ridge Baptist Church with Rev. Rick Johnson and Rev. Joey Burton officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Mathis was born May 12, 1928 in Wilkes County to James Romas and Betty Viola Bauguess Billings. She was retired as a Hairdresser, having owned and operated Wave Rite Beauty Shop. Mrs. Mathis was a member of Stoney Ridge Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Dean Daniel Mathis, one son; Roger D. Mathis, two sisters; Melna Dimmette and Barbara Wooten, one brother; Lillard Billings and three infant siblings.

She is survived by three daughters; Gloria Mathis Manning and husband Silas of Winston Salem, Kay Mathis Ferguson and husband Chuck of Winston Salem and Sandra G. Mathis of Traphill, six grandchildren; Paul Manning, Scott Manning, Pam Harrelson, Tim Spicer, Blake Johnson and Brock Johnson and three great grandchildren, Danielle Harrelson, Landon Spicer and Ashlyn Johnson and one half-sister; Mildred Main and husband John of Maryland.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Hospice and Palliative Care Center, 377 Hospital Street, Suite 103, Mocksville, NC 27028.

Online condolences may be made at www.reisnsturdivant.com.

Jessie Rhodes, 88

Mrs. Jessie Woodruff Rhodes, age 88, of Wilkesboro, died Sunday, January 1, 2017 at Wilkes Senior Village. She was born July 13, 1928 in Wilkes County to Vernon and Bertha Holder Woodruff. She volunteered many years as a Pink Lady at Wilkes Regional Medical Center. She was a member of the North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church, where she sang in the choir. Mrs. Rhodes was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Grant Rhodes; and two sisters, Lucille Brookshire and Betty Jo Hamby.

Surviving are her daughter, Barbara Gregory and husband Edgar of Wilkesboro; two grandchildren, Bern Gregory and wife Amanda of Mooresville, Meredith Gregory and husband Grant Bridgwood of Asheville; three great grandchildren, Braelyn Gregory, Xander Dillion and Hinsley Dillion all of Mooresville; two sisters, Helen Wiles and Nancy Whittington both of North Wilkesboro; and brother-in-law, Allan Rhodes of Chapel Hill.

Graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 5, 2017 at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Dr. Ben Trawick officiating. Memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, January 5, 2017 at North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr. Ben Trawick officiating. The family will receive friends at North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church on Thursday, immediately following the service. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church, 804 E Street, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

B 73

Mr. Benny Ross Greene, 73, of Community Road, Purlear, went home to be with our Lord on Sunday, January 1, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family.

Benny was born August 2, 1943 in Watauga County the son of the late Norman Issac Greene and Lola Golds Greene.

Benny was a retired diesel mechanic from Critcher Brothers Produce in Deep Gap. He was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church. Benny spent his life loving and caring for his family and many friends, along with the love of caring for his bees and deer hunting with his sons and grandson.

Including his parents, he was preceded in death by: a grandson, Daron Scott Hayes; four sisters and three brothers.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his wife of 52 years, Alice “Peggy’ Greene of the home; a daughter, Beth Greene and David Holman of Purlear; three sons, Michael Greene, Mark Greene and wife, Sheena, Keith Greene and wife, Angie, all of Purlear; six grandchildren, Ashley Davis and husband, Joel, of Jonesville, Joshua Greene of Boone, Amber Greene and A. J. Perkins of Augusta, GA, Kimmie Greene of Purlear, Cody Luther of Ashe Co., Chase Taylor of Rural Hall; three great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Zoe and Caleb Davis of Jonesville; four step-grandchildren, Shawn Holeman of Winston-Salem, Timmy Johnson and wife, Audrey of Boomer, Tiffani Johnson of North Wilkesboro and Tamara Johnson of Purlear; three step-great-grandchildren, Riley Morrison, Lucca Hailey and Mia Johnson; two sisters, Afta Mead and husband, Bill, of Wilkesboro, Joyce Robbins and husband, Harrold, of Lenoir; two brothers, Dean Greene and wife, Wilma, of Deep Gap, Granville Greene and wife, Sharon, of Fleetwood; best friend, Travis Greene and wife, Judy, of Millers Creek along with many nieces and nephews.

The funeral service will be at 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, January 4, 2016 at Mountain View Baptist Church. Revs. Mike Barfoot and Roy Smith will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until Noon at Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes in Moravian Falls along with a visitation from 1:30- 2:30 p.m. at Mountain View Baptist Church on Wednesday, January 4, 2016.

Flowers will be accepted or donations made to: Pruitt Hospice of North Wilkesboro or Mountain View Baptist Church Cemetery Fund.

Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes and cremation services is serving the Greene Family.

Paul Cannon, 65

Mr. Paul Michael "Mike" Cannon, age 65, of Wilkesboro, died Saturday, December 31, 2016 at Woltz Hospice Home. He was born February 5, 1951. The son of William Paul and Otha B. Nichols Cannon of Wilkes County. Mr. Cannon was in the National Guard and a member of Faith Baptist Church in Millers Creek. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Surviving are his wife, Joy Diane Shoemaker Cannon; daughters, Amber Shumate and husband Andy of North Wilkesboro, Ashley Cannon of the home, Paula Cannon of Roaring River; son, William Cannon of Hamptonville; grandchildren, Kristi Anderson of Hamptonville, Ashlyn Shumate of North Wilkesboro, expecting grandson, Dawson Paul; great granddaughter, Sapphire Bumgarner; brother, Steve Cannon of Wilkesboro; sister, Sharyn Klein and husband Albert of Wilkesboro; several nieces and nephews; and his loving puppy dogs.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Faith Baptist Church with Pastor Lane Roark and Rev. Kevin Souther officiating. Burial with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142 will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Faith Baptist Church from 1:00 until 2:00 on Tuesday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Faith Baptist Church, PO Box 166, Millers Creek, NC 28651. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

Ethel Harris, 93

Mrs. Ethel Viola Mastin Harris, age 93, widow of Ransom Roscoe Harris passed away Saturday, December 31, 2016 at her home.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Oak Forest Baptist Church with Rev. Jimmy McGlamery and Rev. Charles Younce officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM Monday evening at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Harris was born March 12, 1923 in Wilkes County to James and Lorene Colvard Mastin. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Oak Forest Baptist Church where she was choir director, and served as Church Treasurer for over 50 years. She devoted her life to her family, friends and church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Ransom Roscoe Harris, five sisters; Blanch Johnson, Bessie Ford, Hazel Baldwin, Betty Williams, Nell Hoots and two brothers; Ford Mastin and Roy Mastin.

She is survived by one daughter; Patsy Caudill, three sons; Jerry Harris and wife Brenda, Tommy Harris, Michael Harris and wife Kathy all of Roaring River, thirteen grandchildren; thirty-three great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Wake Forest Care at Home-Hospice, 126 Executive Drive, Suite 110, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

Mr. James Frank Canter, Jr.

“The Clock Man/Time Testers”

Mr. James Frank Canter, Jr., age 72, husband of Linda Blackburn Canter passed away Friday, December 30, 2016 at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, January 5, 2017 at White Plains Baptist Church with Pastor William Souther officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:45 PM prior to the service at the church.

Mr. Canter was born April 1, 1944 in Elizabethton, TN to James Frank Canter, Sr. and Blanche Louise Hale Canter Breeding. He was the owner/operator of Time Testers of Elkin, NC. He was a member of White Plains Baptist Church and a member of the Lions Club.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife; Linda Blackburn Canter of the home, one daughter; LaVonne C. Warder and husband, James “Jimmy” of Mechanicsville, Md., three grandchildren; Ashley N. Warder, Jason Warder, Joshua Warder, three great grandchildren; Virginia Lee Warder, Jason Edward Warder, Joshua Lee Warder, Jr., two sisters; Brenda Canter of Lebanon, VA, Kathy Renee Richardson and husband Harold of Raven, VA.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Donor’s Choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

Infant Josiah Lee Eastman

Infant Josiah Lee Eastman, died Thursday, December 29, 2016 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born December 29, 2016 in Forsyth County to Emily Mikayla Eastman.

Surviving are his mother, Emily Mikayla Eastman and Christopher Ryan Howard of Jonesville; brother, Leo Ryker Howard of the home; maternal grandparents, Lisa and Frankie Heath of Jonesville; and grandmother, Kimberly Howard of Elkin.

Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Center United Methodist Church in Yadkinville with Rev. Matt Ponce De Leon officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Center United Methodist Church from 10:00 until 11:00 on Tuesday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

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