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Février MMXXIV

Films

Maigret voit rouge (1963) de Gilles Grangier avec Jean Gabin, Michel Constantin, Vittorio Sanipoli, Paul Frankeur, Guy Decomble, Françoise Fabian, Paulette Dubost, Laurence Badie, Roland Armontel et Jacques Dynam

L’Étau (Topaz) (1969) d'Alfred Hitchcock avec Frederick Stafford, Dany Robin, Claude Jade, Michel Subor, Karin Dor, John Vernon, Michel Piccoli, Philippe Noiret et John Forsythe

Flic Story (1975) de Jacques Deray avec Alain Delon, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Renato Salvatori, Claudine Auger, Maurice Biraud, André Pousse, Mario David et Paul Crauchet

Poupoupidou (2011) de Gérald Hustache-Mathieu avec Jean-Paul Rouve, Sophie Quinton, Guillaume Gouix, Olivier Rabourdin, Joséphine de Meaux, Arsinée Khanjian, Clara Ponsot et Éric Ruf

Air Force One (1997) de Wolfgang Petersen avec Harrison Ford, Gary Oldman, Glenn Close, Wendy Crewson, Liesel Matthews, Paul Guilfoyle, William H. Macy et Dean Stockwell

Bob Marley: One Love (2024) de Reinaldo Marcus Green avec Kingsley Ben-Adir, Lashana Lynch, James Norton, Henry Douthwaite, Sevana, Hector Lewis et Tosin Cole

Sister Act (1992) d'Emile Ardolino avec Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Smith, Kathy Najimy, Wendy Makkena, Mary Wickes, Harvey Keitel, Bill Nunn et Robert Miranda

Astérix : Le Domaine des dieux (2014) d'Alexandre Astier et Louis Clichy avec Roger Carel, Lorànt Deutsch, Guillaume Briat, Alexandre Astier, Alain Chabat, Élie Semoun, Géraldine Nakache, Artus de Penguern, Lionnel Astier et François Morel

Race for Glory: Audi vs. Lancia (2024) de Stefano Mordini avec Riccardo Scamarcio, Daniel Brühl, Volker Bruch, Katie Clarkson-Hill, Esther Garrel, Gianmaria Martini : Hannu Mikkola et Haley Bennett

Buster (1988) de David Green avec Phil Collins, Julie Walters, Larry Lamb, Stephanie Lawrence, Ellie Beaven, Michael Attwell, Ralph Brown et Anthony Quayle

Laura (1944) d'Otto Preminger avec Gene Tierney, Dana Andrews, Clifton Webb, Vincent Price, Judith Anderson, Dorothy Adams et Lane Chandler

Séries

Affaires sensibles

Présidentielle de 1995 : un scandale d'Etat - Michèle Mouton, le Groupe B et les Finlandais volants - Les Ecoutes de la République - La secte du temple solaire, le drame d’une société secrète - Munich 1972 : destin tragique d'un rêve olympique - Les révoltés des Jeux olympiques - Le crash de la Germanwings - Alexandre Litvinenko, victime d’un permis de tuer - Martin Luther King : la naissance d’une icône - Martin Luther King : du rêve au cauchemar - Dans l'ombre de Gérard Lebovici - Macron 2017, le traitre méthodique - Kurt Cobain, portrait d’une génération - Crash au mont Saint Odile

Maguy Saison 1

Rose et Marguerite, c'est le bouquet - Babar et Bécassine se mènent en bateau - Docteur j'abuse - L'union fait le divorce - L'annonce faite à Maguy - Le coupe-Georges - Amoral, morale et demie - Cinquante bougies, ça vous éteint ! - A visage redécouvert'' - Le serment d'hypocrite - Tu me trompes ou je me trompe ? - Comment boire sans déboires - Un veuf brouillé - Le père Noël dans ses petits souliers - L'emprunt ruse - Tous les couples sont permis - L'amant de la famille - Travail, famille, pas triste - Blague de fiançailles - Macho, boulot, dodo - Mi-flic, mi-raisin - Trop polyvalent pour être honnête - La traîtresse de maison - Les trois font la paire - Un grain peut en cacher un autre - La quittance déloyale - Belle-mère, tel fils - Manège à quatre - Comme un neveu sur la soupe - Toutou, mais pas ça ! - A corde et à cri - Jamais deux sans quatre - L'amant comme il respire - Le chômage, ça vous travaille ? - La faillite nous voilà ! - Le divin divan - Toubib or not toubib - L'écolo est fini - Loto, route du bonheur

La croisière s'amuse Saison 2

Un contrat en or - Le Magicien - Copie confuse - Un travail d'équipe - Accrochez-vous au bastingage - Le Célèbre Triangle - Joyeux Anniversaire : première partie - Il y a si longtemps déjà - Passion - Un coup de roulis - Docteur, vous êtes fou - La Petite Illusion - Donne moi ma chance - Qui vivra verra - Réunion de travail : deuxième partie - Méfiez vous de votre meilleure amie - Vague à l'âme - L'amour est aveugle - Chassé croisé

Downton Abbey Saison 6

À l'aube d'un nouveau monde - Le Piège des émotions - En pleine effervescence - Une histoire moderne - Plus de peur que de mal - En toute franchise - Aller de l'avant - Les Sœurs ennemies - Le Plus Beau des cadeaux

Kaamelott Livre IV

Le Jeu de la guerre - Le Rêve d’Ygerne - Les Chaperons - L’Habitué - Le Camp romain - L’Usurpateur - Loth et le Graal - Le Paladin - Perceval fait ritournelle - La Dame et le Lac - Beaucoup de bruit pour rien - L’Ultimatum - Le Oud II - La Répétition - Le Discours - Le Choix de Gauvain - Fluctuat nec mergitur - Le Face-à-face : première partie - Le Face-à-face : deuxième partie - L’Entente cordiale - L’Approbation - Alone in the Dark II - La Blessure d’Yvain - Corpore sano II - L’Enchanteur - Les Bien Nommés - La Prisonnière - Les Paris III - Les Plaques de dissimulation - Le Vice de forme - Le Renoncement première partie - Le Renoncement deuxième partie - L’Inspiration - Les Endettés - Double Dragon - Le Sauvetage - Le Désordre et la Nuit

Coffre à Catch

#153 : Finlay, le retour ! - #154 : Gloire aux Heels ! - #155 : Les débuts historiques de Sheamus ! - #156 : Les Bella Twins arrivent à la ECW ! - #18 ; CM Punk continue d'impressionner & quelqu'un fait du vélo ! - #12 : Le Push de CM Punk + Bsahtek le Bikini !

Castle Saison 4

Sexpionnage - Jeux de pouvoir - Une vie de chien - Le Papillon Blue - Pandore, première partie - Pandore, deuxième partie - Il était une fois un crime - Danse avec la mort - 47 secondes - Au service de sa majesté - Chasseurs de têtes - Mort vivant - Jusqu'à la mort s'il le faut

Les Brigades du Tigre Saison 1

Ce siècle avait sept ans… - Nez de chien - Les Vautours - Visite incognito - La Confrérie des loups - La Main noire

Alfred Hitchcock présente Saison 2, 6

Incident de parcours - Pièce de musée - Reconnaissance

The Grand Tour Saison 5

Trop de sable

La ville Noire

Première partie - Deuxième partie

Les Petits Meurtres d'Agatha Christie Saison 3

Mortel Karma

Spectacles

Monsieur chasse (1978) de Alain Feydeau avec Michel Roux, William Sabatier, Françoise Fleury, Yvonne Gaudeau, Pierre Mirat, Xavier Vanderberghe, Michel Mayou, Bernard Durand et Roland Oberlin

La Bagatelle (1977) de Jean Meyer avec Amarande, Patrick Préjean, Jacques Balutin, Brigitte Chamarande Bel, René Lefevre, Pierre Aufrey et Didier Roussel

Femmes en colère (2023) de Stéphane Hillel avec Lisa Martino, Gilles Kneusé, Hugo Lebreton, Nathalie Boutefeu, Fabrice de la Villehervé, Sophie Artur, Clément Koch, Magali Lange, Aude Thirion et Béatrice Michel

La Pélerine écossaise (1972) de Sacha Guitry avec Jean Piat, Geneviève Casile, Philippe Etesse, Robert Manuel, Raymond Baillet, Françoise Petit, Alain Souchères, Janine Roux et Ly Sary

Livres

Piège de chaleur de Richard Castle

Spirou et Fantasio, tome 15 : Z comme Zorglub de André Franquin, Jidéhem et Greg

Kaamelott, tome 1 : L'Armée du Nécromant d'Alexandre Astier, Benoît Bekaert et Steven Dupré

OSS 117 : Tactique Arctique de Jean Bruce

Astérix, tome 17 : Le Domaine des dieux de René Goscinny et Albert Uderzo

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Julien Gasc — L'Appel de la Foret (Born Bad Records)

L'appel de la forêt by Julien

Julien Gasc’s past two solo albums (also his only solo albums), Cerf, Biche Et Faon in 2013 and Kiss Me, You Fool ! in 2016, collected compact songs brimming with busy ideas, both brilliant and spry. Both pulling from a wide pantheon of French music, from Jean-Claude Vannier, Catherine Albeiro, or Alain Goraguer, Cerf, Biche Et Faon felt a bit more diaristic and Kiss Me, You Fool ! was sprawling but contained fascinating, tight-knit pockets of influence that popped vibrantly. Julien’s history dates further back than 2013 though, primarily as a main songwriter in Aquaserge, the now inactive Hyperclean, and a brief stint as Stereolab’s keyboardist.

On L’Appel de la Foret (The Call of the Forest), the end of his trilogy of solo releases, all the parts that make Gasc an effective songwriter settle and distill for his most consistent album yet. His morose but intriguing melodies line each song as does a steady, krautish and clear drumbeat. The compositions are sturdy, compact, and smart, Gasc delivering the purest version of his deep-set grooves.

Certain parts complement Gasc’s sound to the fullest, most notably Catherine Hershey’s vocals, a constant that adds a subtle dimension of conversational harmony. On “Libertas et Firegasc,” Gasc and Hershey have a detached call-and-response in French and English, spoken and sung. Towards the end, Gasc sings “you know that I love” with Hershey’s spoken reply of “for today it’s a no, but let’s hang tomorrow,” before she sings a refrain she goes to throughout, telling him to “keep his flame cool,” before they both laugh to end the song. Closer “Undying Eyes,” the only fully English-sung track, follows the soft phrasings of Gasc and an accompanying piano as Hershey’s double-tracked vocals harmonizes, but more often runs counterpoint. Gasc’s practically fluent English is tender with sounds he’s unsure of, and the ascending analog synth line is overtly simple, but sparsely and effectively placed. It snaps into an infinite groove of layered vocals, a fuzzed-out, four-note bass line, and a casually confident drumbeat.

The nuanced repetitions of Gasc’s grooves and the small variations of the same themes within each song allow foreign elements to enter and exit organically, breaking open the sound even more. “Passer, Laisser” waltzes along when a shimmering pedal steel guitar with a slight wah-wah enters just about a minute in nearly unnoticeably, matching the melody and guiding it along later in the song.

L'Appel de la Foret is free and sensitive, lyrically touching on romance and social issues both in France, such as the Yellow Vest Movement, and on a global scale. The music is understated and comfortable in its skin, taking time to fill out the form and structure of each song, something that makes this effort feel slightly more distinguished than Gasc’s past albums.

Ian Forsythe

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March 4, 2020

Cora Ann Neikirk, 87

Cora Ann Neikirk, age 87, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, February 28, 2020 at Wilkes Senior Village.

She was born October 10, 1932 in Wilkes County to Gordon Russell and Maggie Gray Godbee. Cora was retired from Tyson Foods. She loved to do crafts. Ms. Neikirk was preceded in death by her parents.

Surviving are her children, Al Davis and spouse Annie of Texas, Linda Norris and spouse Lee of Wilkesboro, Tony Davis and spouse Joyce of Moravian Falls, Debbie Smith and spouse Shep of Taylors, South Carolina; thirteen grandchildren; a number of great grandchildren; and a number of great great grandchildren.

Memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 2020 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Eulogy by the family. Memorials may be made to the Dementia Society of America, PO Box 600, Doylestown, Pennsylvania 18901. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

 Mr. William Francis Dargin

Mr. William Francis Dargin, age 79 of Wilkesboro passed away Friday, February 28, 2020 at his home.

Memorial services with Military Honors by the Veterans of Foreign War Post # 1142 will be held 10:30 AM Saturday, July 4, 2020 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Matt Miller officiating.  

Mr. Dargin was born February 21, 1941 in Newark, NJ to William J. and Margaret M. McClain Dargin.  He served as a Captain in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.   He was a Mensa member, Friends of the Wilkes County Library and  he had a lifelong love of boats and sailing.  He was an avid gardener and mentor to many teens and young adults.  He had a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida in Gainesville.  

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years; Laurie Volsdal Frachey-Dargin of the home, three daughters; Heather Bartram and husband Brian of Connecticut, Liv Perry and husband Ross of Vermont, Kimberly Crabb of Wilkesboro, two sons; Jared Dargin and Tammie Brown of Millers Creek and David Frachey and wife Deidre’ of Connecticut, four grandchildren; Jim and John Bartram of Connecticut, Eli Perry of Vermont, Nathaniel and Theodor Frachey of Connecticut, one sister; Margo O’Malley and husband Tim of Tennessee, dear friends; Shasta Phillips, Shelia Owens, Collee Riddle, companion canine; Macy, several nieces, nephews and several great nieces and nephews around the globe.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Wilkes, PO  Box 306, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or Friends of the Wilkes County Library, 215 10th Street, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

 Marvin Franklin Wagoner, 66

Marvin Franklin Wagoner, age 66, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, February 29, 2020 at his home. Mr. Wagoner was born November 12, 1953 in Wilkes County to Raymond Hobert and Bessie Viola Royal Wagoner. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Rufus Wagoner; and sisters, Margie Wagoner and Geneva Wagoner.

Surviving are his wife, Brenda Brown Wagoner; sons, Joe Wagoner and spouse Retha, Mickey Wagoner and spouse Amanda all of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Jeremiah Wagoner and spouse Kayla, Joe Joe Wagoner and spouse Megan, Tommy Wagoner, Sophia Wagoner, Dakota Wagoner, Gina Wagoner, Mickey Wagoner, Jr.; great grandchildren, Jazmine Wagoner, Abigail Wagoner, Aria Wagoner, Joseph Keith Wagoner; and brother, Spencer Wagoner and spouse Verna of North Wilkesboro.

Funeral service were be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Brother Billy Wagoner and Brother Michael Brown officiating. Burial followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family received friends at Miller Funeral Service from 6:00 until 8:00 Monday night. Donations may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice, 688 North Bridge Street, Elkin, NC 28621. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

 Gladys Wyatt Roberts, 70

Gladys Wyatt Roberts, age 70, of Millers Creek, passed away Friday, February 28, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem. Mrs. Roberts was born July 13, 1949 in Wilkes County to Rev. Archie and Julie Cleary Wyatt. Gladys was a member of New Light Baptist Church #2. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bud Roberts; great grandchild, Gauge Bumgarner; and sister, Clara Hart.

Surviving are her son, Allen Roberts and spouse Becky, Millers Creek; daughter, Pat Roberts and fiancé James Hart of Millers Creek; grandchildren, Julia Medford and spouse Michael of North Wilkesboro, Jason Bumgarner and spouse Celeita, Halie Smith all of Millers Creek; great grandchildren, Jayden Bumgarner and Kason Bumgarner both of Millers Creek; several aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews.

 Funeral service were held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at New Light Baptist Church #2 with Pastor Jim Belcher and Rev. Mike Church officiating. Burial followed in the Ambrose Roberts Cemetery on Mertie Road. The family received friends at New Light Baptist Church #2 from 1:00 until 2:00 on Tuesday, prior to the service. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

  Mikey James Lovette, 37

Mikey James Lovette, age 37, of Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2020 at his home. Mikey was born August 14, 1982 in Wilkes County to Janet Vivian Johnson Lovette. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Cecil and Marie Lovette and Lawrence Johnson.

 Surviving are his mother, Janet Johnson Gregory of North Wilkesboro; sister, Malisa Lovette and fiancé, Oliver Bentley of Wilkesboro; aunt, Sandra McCrary and spouse Randy, Smithfield, Virginia; nephews, Tyler Carter, Trace Bentley, Bradley Vorsteg, Elijah Bentley,  and niece, Jaycee Carter.

 A Celebration of Life was held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 1,, 2020 at Miller Funeral Service. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

  Carlie Elvin Cleary, age 87

Carlie Elvin Cleary, age 87, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at his home.

Carlie was born December 7, 1932 in Wilkes County to Raymond and Mozelle Ballard Cleary. He was a member of Second Baptist Church, a US Navy Veteran; was a Mason and a Shriner. Mr. Cleary was preceded in death by his parents; sons, Scott Bryan Cleary, Mark Elvin Cleary; sister, Bernice Cleary; brother, Arbury Cleary; and a step-daughter, Paula Sebastian.

 He is survived by his wife, Betty Porter Cleary; step son, David M. Wyatt and spouse Sandy of Millers Creek; step daughters, Tamara Wyatt of Wilkesboro, Nikole McGuire and spouse Chris of North Wilkesboro; brother, Larry Cleary of North Wilkesboro; sister, Barbara Jean Cooney and spouse Dan of Knoxville, Tennessee; eight step grandchildren; seven step great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; special little friends, Katie Owens and Bubba Prevette.

Graveside service with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142 and Masonic Rites were held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Mountlawn Memorial Park with Rev. Danny Dillard officiating. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105 or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Miller Funeral Service was in charge of the arrangements.

 Donald Ray Ferguson, 73

Mr. Donald Ray Ferguson, age 73 of Millers Creek passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 at Wilkes Health and Rehabilitation.

Graveside service were held 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Wilkesboro with Rev Gwyn Anderson officiating.  The family received friends from 12:30 until 1:30 PM prior to the service at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mr. Ferguson was born May 18,1946 in Wilkes County to Everette and Ruby Nichols Ferguson.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Fred and Robert Ferguson.

He is survived by a sister, Betty Jean Ferguson Price and husband, Sydney of North Wilkesboro, a brother, Bill Ferguson of North Wilkesboro, a sister in-law, Helen Ferguson, of Millers Creek, and special friends, Wanda and Danny Byers of Millers Creek.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

 Mr. Gary Dale Colbert

Mr. Gary Dale Colbert age 55, of North Wilkesboro passed away February 25, 2020 at Forsyth Medical Center.

Funeral services were held at Reins Sturdivant Chapel Sunday, March 1, 2020 at 2:00 PM with Reverend Danny Bauguess officiating.  The family received friends from 12:00 until 1:45 prior to the service.  Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.

Mr. Colbert was born January 1, 1965 to Fred Ray Colbert and Blanche Durham Colbert. He was self-employed as a Little Debbie Distributor.

Mr. Colbert was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Bruce Colbert.

He is survived by a son, Cory Garrett Colbert of the home, Gary’s fiancé, Samantha Hamby of the home, a sister, Cindy Colbert of Elkin, a brother Bobby Colbert and wife Kathy of Traphill. Beloved father figure to nieces Jenna Lyons, Gracie Colbert, nephew Traeson Colbert and Sammi Jo Walker, and also survived by niece, Kathy Jo McGee and nephew, Matthew Colbert.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Leukemia Society of America 5950 Fairview Road, Suite 250 Charlotte, NC  28210.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

 Wilhelmenia Wilby Greene Harris, 90

Mrs. Wilhelmenia Wilby Greene Harris, 90, of Millers Creek, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2020 at Maple Leaf Health Care in Statesville.  

Wilhelmenia was born on June 25, 1929 in Watauga County to Willie Lawrence Greene and Flora Belle Greene.

Wilhelmenia was a homemaker and life long member of Stony Fork Baptist Church.

Wilhelmenia is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Samuel LeRoy Harris; daughter, Cathy “Vicky” Harris; brothers, Claude Greene, Cecil Greene; sisters, Wilma Latham, Lorena Greene, Linda Kay Watson.  

Wilhelmenia is survived by her sons, Robert Alan Harris (Kelly Church) of Wilkesboro, Barry Harris (Rebecca) of Statesville; sister, Louella Copley of Charlotte; two grandchildren, Madison Harris of Statesville, McKenzie Harris of Millers Creek; two great grandchildren, Tanner and Shania of Statesville and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held Sunday, March 1, 2020 from 2:00-2:45 at Stony Fork Baptist Church. The funeral service was held on Sunday, March 1, 2020 at 3 p.m. at Stony Fork Baptist Church.   Burial followed in the church cemetery.

 Rev. Sherrill Welborn and Rev. Phillip Woodring  officiated.

Memorial donations may be given to Stony Fork Baptist Church Cemetery Fund P.O. Box 128 Deep Gap, NC 28618.

Condolences may be sent to: www.adamsfunerals.com

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

 Arvie Lou Hayes Hamby, 89

Mrs. Arvie Lou Hayes Hamby, age 89 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Medical Center.

Funeral services were held 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Sherrill Wellborn and Rev. Dr. Susan Pillsbury officiating. Burial was in Arbor Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family received friends from 12:00 until 1:30 prior to the service at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Hamby was born February 22, 1931 in Wilkes County to Washington Mumford Hayes and Essie Viola Holcomb Hayes. She was a member of Arbor Grove United Methodist Church. She was a former President of the Handicap Organization of Wilkes.

Mrs. Hamby was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; Max Aldean Hamby, a sister; Marybelle Hayes Johnson, a brother; William Jasper Hayes and two brother in laws; Walter George and Lester Johnson.

She is survived by four sons; Niki A Hamby and wife Kim of North Wilkesboro, Kimi M. Hamby and wife Kathy of Boomer, W. Kipi Hamby and wife Melissa of North Wilkesboro and Kini H. Hamby and wife Kimberly of North Wilkesboro, four grandchildren; Trevor Hamby, Kailee Davis and husband Tim, Jordan Cheek and husband Thomas and Ethan Hamby and Brenna, two great grandchildren; Sidney Cheek and Emersyn Davis, two sisters; Dicie Hayes George of Sparta, Dorothy “Dot” Hayes Foster and husband Curtis Foster of Purlear and special friends of the family; Perry and Claudia Parks.

Memorials may be made to Arbor Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery c/o Esther Eller 480 Shepherd River Road, Millers Creek, NC 28651 or Mtn. Valley Hospice 401 Technology Lane Suiter 200 Mt. Airy, NC 27030.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

 Virginia Fay Handy Watson, 65

Mrs. Virginia Fay Handy Watson, age 65 of Sparta passed away Monday, February 24, 2020 at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital, Elkin NC.

Funeral services were held at 1:00 PM Friday, February 28, 2020 at Traphill Baptist Church with Pastor Mike Caldwell officiating. The family received friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.  Burial was in White Rock UMC Cemetery on Haystack Rd.

Mrs. Watson was born December 2, 1954 in Wilkes County to Mack Charlie Handy and Merle Blevins Handy. She started at Chatham’s in 1994 and worked there until 2016.  She retired after 22 years. She loved her grandchildren, was an avid church goer, made a mean gravy and biscuit, liked canning, cooking, and planning family get togethers.

In addition her parents, he was preceded in death by her husband; Tony Clinard Watson; one sister Ester Mae Handy and three brothers Charlie, Billy, and Bobby Handy.

She is survived by her daughter; Lisa McCann of Ronda and boyfriend Gary Perdue, and two sons, Tony Dale Watson and girlfriend Jessica Venable of Ennice, NC; Larry Watson and wife Jessica Watson of State Road; four sisters, Patsy Lail, Rita Anderson.Tina Lambert, and Angie Holder; two brothers, James Handy and Chris Mcharque  Thirteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren, and a special friend, Jimmy Billings.

Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to the Donor’s choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

  James Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr., 63

James Jackson “Jack” Brown, Jr., age 63, of Hays, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2020 at his home. Jack was born January 30, 1957 in Wilkes County to James Jackson “Jim” Brown, Sr. and Sally Brewer Brown.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his daughter, Carrie Beasey of Hays; grandson, Tyler Beasey of Hays; sister, Jennifer Fuller and spouse Ralph of Hays; nephew, Clinton Fuller and spouse Brandy of Hays; niece, Christina Call of Wilkesboro; two great nieces; great nephew, Nathan Call of Wilkesboro.

Memorial service was held 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Miller Funeral Chapel. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

  Dare Foster Moore, age 89

Dare Foster Moore, age 89, of Wilkesboro, passed away Monday, February 24, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. She was born September 3, 1930 in Wilkes County to Alonzo and Nora Riggs McNeil. Mrs. Moore was a member of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. She loved cooking, music, dancing, fashion and decorating. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bobby Ray Moore; son, Michael Foster; daughter, Susan Faye Foster; four brothers; and four sisters.

Mrs. Moore is survived by her children, Cathryn Aldridge of Columbia, South Carolina, Debbie Foster, Tim Foster and spouse Melanie all of Wilkesboro, Jodi Foster of Asheville, Sandi Foster of Wilkesboro; six grandchildren; six great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church with Pastor Kevin Brown officiating. Burial followed in the Church Cemetery. The family received friends at Mount  Pleasant Baptist Church from 1:00 until 2:00 on Saturday, prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice, 688 North Bridge Street, Elkin, NC 28621. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

  Bina Louise Myers, 82

Bina Louise Myers, age 82, of Hays, went home to be with Jesus, Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at her home. Mrs. Myers was born March 12, 1937 in Watauga County to Edward and Lona Belle Tedder Brewer. She was a member of Rose of Sharon Baptist Church and was a prayer warrior. Bina loved gardening. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, James Brewer, Dean Brewer, sisters, Ella Mae Huggins and Jean Ring; son-in-law, Craig Gambill.

Surviving are her husband, Bill Myers of the home; daughter, Pat Gambill of Hays; sons, Billy Myers and spouse Susan of Millers Creek, Charles Myers and spouse Rachel of Hays; grandchildren, Jamie Gambill of Hays, Anthony Myers and spouse Ashley of Winston Salem, Will Myers of Millers Creek, Acacia Myers of Thomasville, Steven Myers of Hays; great granddaughter, Grace Gambill of Hays.

 Funeral service were held 12:00 p.m. Friday, February 28, 2020 at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church with Rev. Steven Shumate and Rev. Travis Brown officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church from 11:00 until 12:00 on Friday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

Pallbearers will be Anthony Myers, Will Myers, Steven Myers, Allen Holbrook, Jim Wood and Bill Gryder.

 Clyde Grady Nickelson, age 83

Clyde Grady Nickelson, age 83, of Millers Creek, passed away Monday, February 24, 2020 at his home. Clyde was born July 12, 1936 in Ashe County to Robnit and Grace Barker Nickelson. He was a member of Chestnut Grove Baptist Church. He loved to garden, loved his plants and trees, and being outdoors. Clyde worked for Lowe’s Co. as a truck driver and 33 years for Skyline Marina as manager. Mr. Nickelson was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Jim Stone.

Surviving are his wife, Dorothy Johnson Nickelson; sons, Clyde Nickelson, Jr. of Ronda, Michael Shane Nickelson of Purlear; daughters, Phyllis Keen of Layton, Utah, Roberta Hadley of Las Vegas, Nevada, Sheree Smith of Victory, Texas; brother, Duane Stone of Millers Creek; nine grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service were held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Sherrill Wellborn and Randy Gambill officiating. Burial followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family received friends at Miller Funeral Service from 12:00 until 1:00 on Wednesday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Ebenezer Christian Children’s Home, PO Box 2777, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

 Kaye C. Reid, age 81

Kaye C. Reid, age 81, of Purlear, went home to be with her Lord, Sunday, February 23, 2020 at her home. Kaye was born May 18, 1938 in Wilkes County to E.M. and Iola Church Campbell.  Mrs. Reid was a member of Rock Creek Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Billy Wayne Reid; brother, Bobby Campbell; and sister, Virgie Campbell.

Kaye is survived by her son, Guy Wayne Reid and spouse Lonnitta of Millers Creek; grandson, David Wayne Reid and spouse Jamie of Cary; granddaughter, Ricquell Cooper of Charlotte; great grandson, Gavin Wayne Reid of Cary; brother, James Campbell and spouse Judy of Wilkesboro; sister, Jane Bouchelle and spouse Jim of North Wilkesboro; a number of nieces and nephews.

Funeral service were held 2:00 p.m. Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Rock Creek Church of Christ with Pastor Michael Howard officiating. Private burial was in the church cemetery. Memorials may be made to Rock Creek Church of Christ Church, c/o Chuck Wallis, 748 Campbell Road, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or to Samaritan Kitchen of Wilkes, PO Box 1072 Wilkesboro, NC 28697. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

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Gamay 36, Mount Edward Muirkirk Vineyard Gamay 2017

Had this last night at Scotch Bar in Blenheim. It’s a new wine from Mount Edward, and it’s a Gamay with no additions at all, including sulphites. And it’s utterly delicious and brilliant. Good work Duncan Forsyth and team!

Mount Edward Muirkirk Vineyard Gamay 2017 Central Otago, New Zealand 13.5% alcohol. No added sulfites. Concentrated, fresh and a bit spiky with some peppery hints and sweet raspberry and cherry fruit. So lively and pure with brilliant fruit expression. This is a really lLovely wine with amazing depth of fruit. 93/100

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Gamay 1 – RPM Gamay Noir California

Gamay 2 – Domaine Metrat Chiroubles ‘La Scandaleuse’

Gamay 3 – Orofino, Similkameen Valley, British Columbia

Gamay 4 – Julien Sunier Fleurie

Gamay 5- Radford Dale Thirst Gamay, South Africa

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Gamay 7 – Hauts de Chasselay, Coteaux du Lyonnais

Gamay 8 – Serol Les Originelles, Cote Roannaise

Gamay 9 – Te Mata Gamay Noir, Hawkes Bay

Gamay 10 – Puy de Dome, Auvergne

Gamay 11 – Beauregard Fleurie

Gamay 12 – Antoine Sunier Morgon 2014 and Regnie 2014

Gamay 13 – Thibault Liger-Belair Les Roucheaux 2011

Gamay 14 – Bow and Arrow 2014 Oregon

Gamay 15 – Domaine de Fa Beaujolais en Besset 2014

Gamay 16, Pearl Morissette Cuvée Mon Unique Gamay 2013

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Gamay 18, G Spot Vin de…France, Beaujolais Villages

Gamay 19, du Grappin Fleurie 2014

Gamay 20, Lapierre Morgon 2014 ‘N’

Gamay 21, Bass Phillip Gamay 2014 Gipplsand

Gamay 22, Château de Durette Morgon ‘Hommage’ 2014

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Gamay 25, Julien Sunier Fleurie 2015

Gamay 26, Jean-Paul Thevenet Morgon 2015

Gamay 27, Lapierre Morgon 2009

Gamay 28, Domaine Verdier-Logel Poycelan 2016

Gamay 29, B Kosuge Wines Gamay Noir 2015 Carneros

Gamay 30, Herve Souhaut La Souteronne 2015

Gamay 31, Easthope Family Winegrowers Gamay Noir 2015 Hawkes’ Bay

Gamay 32, François-Rousset-Martin J’en Suis Gaga 2015 Jura

Gamay 33, Metrat Fleurie La Roilette Cuvée Vieilles Vignes 2015

Gamay 34, Edmunds St John Bone-Jolly 2015

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I promise this is still part of a lineup of everybody, but these two turned out so cute that I just needed to share them early <3

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Jonclod WIP feat. another one

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Alternate crop of a previous drawing <3

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Feb. 5, 2020: Obituaries

Dorothy Lewis, 100

Dorothy Plonk Lewis, 100, died the morning of Monday, February, 3, 2020, at the Joan & Howard Woltz Hospice Home, surrounded by her family.

     Dorothy was born on April 12, 1919 to John Oates and Elvira Foust Plonk in Kings Mountain, NC. She graduated from Kings Mountain High School and Greensboro College. She taught for one year in Franklin, NC before attending the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill where she graduated with a masters in Bio-Chemistry.          

     In 1944, she married Dr. Robert E. Lewis of Lumberton, NC. They moved to North Wilkesboro in 1946 where Bob was a surgeon. She was dedicated to serving her church and community as well as being a wife and mother.

      In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Lewis and her daughter, Patricia L. Johnston of North Wilkesboro, three sisters Mary Foust Plonk Weaver of Greensboro, Douglas Regina Plonk McElwee of North Wilkesboro and Maude Plonk Harper Patterson of Kings Mountain and a brother John O. Plonk, Jr. of Kings Mountain.

     She is survived by her two daughters: Suzanne Tonski (Ernest) and her son Jacob Tonski (Sharon); Margaret Turner and her son Robert Turner (Poem) and daughter Anna Dooley (Chad); and her son Robert E Lewis, Jr. (Regina); as well as her grandchildren from her late daughter Patricia, Andy Johnston (Brooke), Mary Lewis Johnston, and Blaine Johnston (Melody). Her 9 great-grandchildren, Alex, Emmett, Geneva, Hannah, Reagan, Sebastian, Nick, Maggie, Kenzie have been a source of great joy to Dot.

     A memorial service will be held Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at 2 p.m. at North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church with a celebration of life to follow in the church fellowship hall.

     In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church, the Joan & Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC or the charity of one's choice. To God be the Glory!

Betty Daniels, 83

Betty Jane Tidline Daniels, 83, passed away on February 1, 2020.  She was born and raised in North Wilkesboro, NC to the late Helen Tidline.  

     The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 9, 2020 from 1-2 at First Baptist Church on 308 Main Street, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.  A Homegoing service will be held to celebrate her life following the receiving on February 9 at 2:00 at First Baptist Church with Rev. Albert Saunders officiating and Rev. James Ferguson Eulogist. Burial will be in Poplar Spring Baptist Church cemetery.

     She was a graduate of Lincoln Heights and attended Winston-Salem State University.  Betty was a strong, faithful, and caring woman of God. She had a passion for helping others especially children.  She was a DayCare Teacher at Skyview Daycare Center for many years. She was a member of First Baptist Church where she served faithfully assisting with secretarial work at the Church, Sunday School Teacher, member of the Choir and Missionary Board.

     She is preceded by her mother; Helen Tidline and four brothers; Bill Tidline, Tommy Tidline, Lonnie Tidline and Chester Tidline. She had one deceased sister and brother-in-law Elsie and Douglas Suddith.

     Betty is survived by a daughter; Lynn (Roger) Dula of Newton, NC. , three sons; Nathan Daniels,Craig Daniels and Donnie (Pat) Daniels all of North Wilkesboro, NC, two sisters, Barbara (Claudius) Harris of Winston-Salem, NC and Doris (Robert) Anderson of Petersburg, VA, two surviving sisters-in-law; Mildred and Lottie Tidline, four grandchildren; Alex Dula, Aleshia Dula, Linda Ashford and Laura Cole and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.  Flowers will be accepted.

 Terry Dishmon, Sr., 54

Terry Norman Dishmon, Sr., age 54, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born September 18, 1965 in Hartford  County, Maryland to Perry Norman and Stella Price Dishmon. Terry enjoyed woodworking, golf and coaching. He was preceded in death by his father.

     Surviving are his wife, Angela Dishmon; sons, Terry "T.J." Dishmon, Jr., Brandon Dishmon both of Norfolk, Virginia; his mother, Stella Dishmon Trent and spouse Ronnie of Roaring River; brother, Tommy Dishmon of Conover; sisters, Michelle Parsons and spouse David of Millers Creek, Dawn Riddle and spouse David of Utah; and step-mother, Wanda Dishmon of North Wilkesboro.

     Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Claude Rhodes officiating. Burial will follow in Mountain Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 1:00 until 2:00 on Wednesday, prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Cole Foundation, PO Box  6377, Columbia, SC 29260. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Darrell  Yates, 76

Darrell Thomas Yates, age 76, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. He was born January 15, 1944 in Ashe County to Lloyd Leonard and Josephine Wyatt Yates. Darrell enjoyed motorcycles, Harley Davidson Racing, fishing and hunting. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Clayton Yates and four infant siblings.

     Surviving are his sister-in-law, Edna Yates of North Wilkesboro; niece, Janice Yates Dale of North Wilkesboro; great niece, Amanda Dale of Ronda; great great niece, Trinity Harris; great great nephew, Riley Harris.

     Memorial service will be held 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Miller Funeral Chapel. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 6:00 until 7:00 on Thursday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the donor's choice in Darrell's name. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Sandra  Handy

Mrs. Sandra Lorraine Harless Handy, better known as Sandy passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

     Funeral services were February 3, at Edgewood Baptist Church with Pastor Eddie Tharpe and Rev. Julius Blevins officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

     Mrs. Handy was born in Wilkes County on June 15, 1950 to Billye "Bobbye" Faye Shumate Harless. She was retired from Tyson Foods. Mrs. Handy was a member of Edgewood Baptist Church.

     She was preceded in death by her mother and a brother; Ronnie Harless.

     Sandy is survived by a daughter; Robin Gregory and husband Will of Hamptonville, a grandson; Seth Gregory, a brother; Steve Harless and wife Debbie of Hays, a sister in law; Jan Harless of North Wilkesboro and her special nieces and nephews.

     In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ebenezer's Christian Children's Home PO Box 2777 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

 Tracy Ferguson, 49

Ms. Tracy Lynn Ferguson, age 49 of Moravian Falls, passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 at Caldwell Hospice in Lenoir.

     Funeral services were February 3, at Zion Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Tim Roten officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

     Ms. Ferguson was born October 31, 1970 in Wilkes County to Eddie Carol Ferguson and Linda Steele Ferguson. She was an employee of Food Lion and a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church. Tracy was involved with the GA's and Youth Group of Zion Hill and while attending Wilkes Central High School was a member of the Band.

     She was preceded in death by a her life partner; William Cutshaw and a son; Billy Ferguson.

     Ms. Ferguson is survived by her parents; Eddie Carol Ferguson and Linda Steele Ferguson of Moravian Falls, a daughter; Brandy Mae Cutshaw and fiancée David Mason of Moravian Falls, two sons; Corey Ferguson and fiancée Amber Stinson of Moravian Falls and Travis Lee Cutshaw and friend Tyler Staley of North Wilkesboro and a grandson; William Camden Ferguson.

     Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Caldwell Hospice, Inc. 902 Kirkwood Street NW, Lenoir, NC 28645.

 Pauline Milam, 77

Mrs. Pauline Miller Milam, age 77 of Millers Creek passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

     Funeral services were February 4, v at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Mike Church officiating.  Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

     Mrs. Milam was born August 18, 1942 in McDowell  County, WV to Paul Edward and Grace Idesa Whitaker Miller. She was a member of Cricket Baptist Church.                  

     In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband; Paul Franklin Milam, Sr.

     She is survived by one son; Paul Franklin Milam, Jr. of Millers Creek, grandson; Dalton Milam of Millers Creek, two sisters; Geraldine Bumgarner and husband Roy of Wilkesboro, Rita Adams of Millers Creek and one brother; Gary Miller and wife Linda of Millers Creek.

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

 Charles Brunett, 66

Mr. Charles Timothy Brunett, 66, of Purlear, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Wilkes Medical Center.

     Charles was born on July 1, 1953 in Montgomery County Ohio to Edward James Burnett and Mary Margret Garrison Burnett.

     Charles is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jimmy Brunett.

     Charles is survived by his wife of 47 years, Joni Brunett; daughter, Michelle Brunett of the home; son, TJ Brunett also of the home; 3 sisters, 1 brother and 2 grandchildrens, Kaleb Frazier and Haliegh Robinson all of Millers Creek.  

     No services are planned.

     In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes P.O. Box 396 Moravian Falls, NC 28654 to help with finally expenses.

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

 Willa Stanley, 76

Mrs. Willa Dean Stanley, 76, of North Wilkesboro, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at Wilkes Medical Center.  

     Willa was born on June 28, 1943 in Wilkes County to Robert Parsons and Venie Webb Parson.

     Willa is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Arnold Jean Stanley; daughter, Melissa Stanley Royal; son, Arnold Gene (Junior) Stanley and grandson Roger Wayne (George) Royal and sister, Betty Billings.

     Willa is survived by her sons, Monty G Stanley, Robert (RC) Stanley and wife, Mellissa Stanley; daughter, Michelle Stanley; brother, Rex Parsons; significant other Charles Call, 13 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

     Willa Dean was a loving wife, mother and sister. She lived a great 76 years and the good Lord has called her home. She will be missed and loved by her Family.  

     A visitation was held February 1,  at Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes Chapel, 2901 Moravian Falls Rd Moravian Falls. Burial will follow at a later date.

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

 Clayton Holloway, 74

Dr. Clayton Glenn Holloway, age 74, of Wilkesboro, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at Rose Glen Village. He was born September 2, 1945 in Wilkes County to Ira Glenn and Ethel McCurdy Holloway. He attended Lincoln Heights High School (class of 1963) and graduated from NC A&T State University in Greensboro with Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts degrees. He continued his education at Bowling Green State University in Ohio where he received his PhD in English in 1975. After receiving post-doctoral teaching fellowships via Fulbright (Department of Education) and the Lilly Foundation, Dr. Holloway began his professional teaching career as a counselor and instructor at NC A&T State University in Greensboro (until 1969) and Iowa State University (until 1972). He then obtained an assistant professorship in English at Appalachian State University and joined Hampton University in 1976 as an associate professor. By the time he retired from Hampton University, Dr. Holloway was an Old Dominion Distinguished Professor of Humanity and had served as a university trustee, a reviewer of proposals for the National Endowment for Capital Humanities, and an electoral for the Virginia Foundation for Humanities.

     Dr. Holloway was an avid reader and prolific writer and often shared his pieces with friends and family. He was a member of the Modern Language Association, National Council of Teachers of English, College Language Association, Mid-Atlantic Writers Association, and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated. His additional interests included walking, reviewing films,

 traveling, and refinishing antiques, and he loved spending time with his family and would often leave without notice because he did not like formal goodbyes.

     Dr. Holloway was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Billy and Robert Holloway; sister, Sylvia Holloway; and half-sister, Myrtle Gore.

     Surviving are his only daughter, Lynn Holloway of Hampton, Virginia; brothers, Thomas Holloway of Greensboro, Walter "Clyde" Holloway of Winston Salem; sisters, Lois Saner of Boomer, and Betty Carlton and spouse Julius Carlton of Moravian Falls; and a host of nieces, nephews, and greats.

     Memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm Sunday, February 9, 2020 at Miller Funeral Chapel. A private burial will follow in Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 12:30-1:00 on Sunday prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Ira and Ethel Holloway Scholarship Trust fund. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Brenda Roope, 75

Brenda Kay Church Roope, age 75, of Hays, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Brenda was born December 10, 1944 in Wilkes County to Aries and Lillian Crysel Church. She was retired from Central Telephone Company after 30 years and a member of Union United Methodist Church. Brenda was preceded in death by her parents; brother, A.G. Church, Jr.; and grandson, Logan Tyler Perry.

     Surviving are her husband, Walter Dean Roope; daughter, Gilda Nicole "Nikki" Church Holman of Wilkesboro; step-son, William "Will" Roope and spouse Donna of Hays; step-daughter, Deena Roope Wood and spouse Bryon of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Emily Nicole Perry of Millers Creek, Amber Leigh Perry of Wilkesboro, Brenda Hailey Holman of Oklahoma, Tim Roope of Hays, Katherine Williams of Charlotte, Taylor Wood and Ethan Wood both of North Wilkesboro; great grandchildren, Alayna Willis, Chloe Perry both of Millers Creek, sisters, Sylvia Church of North Wilkesboro, Libby Davis and spouse James of Wilkesboro, Vickie Johnson and spouse Kemp of Traphill, Fran Amburgey and spouse David of Kernersville; and sister-in-law, Sissie Church of Wilkesboro.

     Funeral service was February 2,   at Miller Funeral Chapel with Pastor Susan Taylor Pillsbury officiating. Entombment   followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.   Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Union United Methodist Church, 2257 Boone Trail, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Willie  Nelson, 88

Willie Winford Nelson, age 88, of North Wilkesboro, passed away, Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at his home. He was born February 8, 1931 in Ashe County to Millard and Ollie Royal Nelson.                    Mr. Nelson was a member and deacon of Antioch Baptist Church and US Army Veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lois Perry; half-sister, Grace Perry; brothers, Larry Nelson, Tommy Nelson and Buddy Nelson; half-brother, John Nelson.

     Surviving are his wife, Kathryn Sloop Nelson; son, Jay Nelson and spouse Shonna of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Billy Nelson of Myrtle Beach, Jessica Prevette and spouse Michael of North Wilkesboro; great grandchildren, Alexis Peacock, Hailey Peacock, Cadence Prevette; great great granddaughter, Delilah Leftwich; brother, Dillard Nelson and spouse Linda of Moravian Falls; sisters, Nannie Perry of Cricket, Nancy Childress and spouse Jim of North Wilkesboro, Jimmy Nelson and spouse Linda of Grover, N.C.; several nieces and nephews.

     Funeral service was February 1,  at Miller Funeral Chapel with Brother Larry Adams and Rev. Homer Maltba officiating. Burial  followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Iva  Ellis, 87

Mrs. Iva Lee Blevins Ellis, age 87 of Roaring River passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital.

     Funeral services were January 30,  at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Roger Wagoner officiating.  Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

     Mrs. Ellis was born September 16, 1932 in Wilkes County to Lonnie Rufus and Ada Victoria Bell Blevins.  She was a member of Christian Fellowship Mission Church.

     In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Floyd Wintford Ellis, one sister; Virginia Bauguess and one brother; Rufus Blevins.

     She is survived by a daughter; Judy West and husband Duane of Roaring River, four grandchildren; David Miller and wife Shelby of Hays, Derrick Miller and wife Ashley of Summerfield, Jessica Sale and husband Charlie of Ronda and Zach West and McKenzie Stokes of Roaring River, seven great grandchildren; Allison, Dylan and J.J. Miller, Callie Sale, Allen Stewart and wife Kristen, Brandon Stewart and Hailey Brittain and husband Jordon, two sisters; Vea Blevins and husband Ray of North Wilkesboro and Peggy Greene of Purlear.

     Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Christian Fellowship Mission, PO Box 127, McGrady, NC 28649.

 McKinley Absher, 76

Mr. McKinley Wayne Absher, age 76, of Ferguson, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.  

     McKinley was born February 12, 1943, the son of the late McKinley William and Myrtle Reeves Absher.

     He was a US Army veteran and a member of Boiling Springs Baptist Church in Purlear.  He enjoyed music and fishing.  He was a hard worker, having had many careers in his lifetime.  He had worked in the construction industry before retirement.

     Including his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Laura Renee Triplett; sisters, "Jackie" Iva Nell Gainey, Bernice Parsons, Rosalee Church, Viola Campbell; brothers, Claude Absher, Charles Absher, Granville Absher and Martin Absher.

     Those left to cherish his memory include: his wife, Ruby Ann Foster Absher, married 34 years, of the home; children, John Triplett (Andrea) of Ferguson, Matthew Triplett of Ferguson, Angie Cheek of Ferguson, Lynett Wooten (Kent) of Wilkesboro, Juanima Minton of Hays, Laytin Absher of the home, Martin Absher (Iris) of Purlear, Anita Swanson of Clayton, NC, Michael Absher of California; siblings, Ann Shephard, Claudeane Burch (Deane), Betty McGuire, Sallie Key , Brenda Williams; 29 grandchildren; as well as, many great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

      In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes, P.O. Box 396, Moravian Falls, NC 28654 to help with final expenses.

     The family conducted a Celebration of Life Service   January 30,  at Boiling Springs Baptist Church with full military honors by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #1142.  Pastor Joey Moore  officiated.

     The family will receive friends from 12:00-12:45 p.m. prior to the service.

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

 Donna Dillard, 60

Mrs. Donna Shumate Dillard, age 60 of Millers Creek passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Wilkes Senior Village after a 3 year battle with cancer.

     Memorial services were February 1,  at Scenic Memorial Gardens Chapel with Rev. Benny Roten officiating.  

     Mrs. Dillard was born November 5, 1959 in Wilkes County to Leonard and Virgie Landreth Shumate.  

     In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband; Roland Lane Dillard, four sisters; Faye Shumate, Sharon Pennington, Annie Dancy and Dreama Mae Shumate and two brothers; Tex Shumate and Roger Shumate.

     She is survived by a daughter; Crystal Triplette and husband Lincoln of Millers Creek, a son; Allen Dillard and wife Amanda of Purlear, three grandchildren; Cody Dillard, Tripp Triplette and Eva Triplette, one sister; Kaye Feimster of North Wilkesboro and four brothers; Leonard Shumate, Jr. of North Wilkesboro, Gilbert Shumate of Lafolette, TN, David Shumate of Thurmond and Roy Shumate of North Wilkesboro.

     Flowers will be accepted.

 Patricia  Foster, 79

Patricia (Pat) Clanton Foster, age 79, of Wilkesboro, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Accordius Health of Wilkesboro. She was born January 13, 1941 in Wilkes County to Henry Kerley and Mary Magalene Broyhill Clanton. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Jesse (Pete) Foster; sisters, Frances C. Penley, Mary C. Pearson; brothers, David James Clanton and Thomas Richard Clanton.

     Surviving are her son, Gene Summerlin; daughter, Lisa Pena Church; grandchildren, Mary P. Mahala and Luis Pena; four great grandchildren; step-daughter, Sarah Foster; step-son, Keith Foster; brothers, Henry Robert Clanton and wife Patsy of Moravian Falls, Jerry Wayne Clanton and wife Sherry of Hickory; sisters, JoAnn C. Broyhill of Lenoir, Nancy C. Clement and husband Kyle of Lenoir, Sonja C. Walker of Granite Falls.

     Funeral service was January 30,  at Miller Funeral Chapel with Chaplain Ken Boaz officiating. Burial   followed in Scenic Memorial Gardens.  Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Archie Johnson, 80

Mr. Archie Kenneth "Kenny" Johnson, 80, of North Wilkesboro, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2020.

     Kenny was born on February 16, 1939 in Wilkes County to Charles Franklin Johnson and Lula Mae Cothern Johnson.

     Kenny is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Burton Johnson; sister, Nelta Ingold.

     Kenny is survived by his wife, Shelby H. Johnson; daughters, Teresa Ashlin of Oceanside CA, Tammy Wyatt and husband, David of Roaring River, Kendra Johnson of North Wilkesboro; sons, Kenny Johnson of Hays, Charles "Mousey" Johnson and wife, Kimberly of LasVegas NV, Kenny"Leroy" Johnson Jr. of North Wilkesboro; sisters, Alma Oakley and husband, Delano of Roaring River, Ada Sheet of North Wilkesboro,  Glenda Sue Johnson of North Wilkesboro, Ruby Walsh and husband, Wade of North Wilkeboro,8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

     The funeral service was January 31,  at Davis Memorial Baptist Church with Rev. Bud Laws and Rev. Robert   be officiating. Burial followed  at Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

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

  Wayne Lindley, 96

L. Wayne Lindley, age 96, passed away on January 25th at the Hospice Home in Burlington.

     Wayne was born on April 5, 1923, in Alamance County to the late Ressa W. Lindley and Annie Thompson Lindley. He was married to Sarah Ferguson Lindley for over 75 years. He was an alumnus of High Point College and served in the United States Navy during WW II. He worked at Blue Cross Blue Shield NC for almost 42 years. He was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Pittsboro NC where he served in a number of leadership roles including deacon, treasurer and music director.

     Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and two sisters, son John W. Lindley, granddaughter Amy Lindley Wallace ; foster son Paul (Hank) Smith and foster daughter-in-law Jane Ingle Smith. He is survived by his wife Sarah Lindley of the home, foster son John Willardson and wife Ann of Wilkesboro NC; foster grandson Drew Willardson of Wilkesboro NC; daughter-in-law Trish Lindley of Graham; grandson Mark Lindley and wife Carrie of Mechanicsville VA ; foster daughter-in-law Dianne Cobb Smith of Mebane; foster granddaughter Elizabeth Smith Klutts and husband Gary of Browns Summit; foster grandson Matthew Smith and wife Katherine of Atlanta GA and nine great grandchildren, all of whom he loved dearly.

     A graveside memorial service was January 30 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church.  

     The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care Center of Alamance-Caswell at 914 Chapel Hill Rd, Burlington NC 27215 or Mt Olive Baptist Church Memorial Association Endowment Fund at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 5043 Mt. Olive Church Rd, Pittsboro NC 27312.

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July 17, 2019: Obituaries

Patricia  Mash, 58

Mrs. Patricia Kilby Mash, age 58 of Wilkesboro passed away Thursday, July 11, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.

Private family service will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Mash was born September 23, 1960 in Cabarrus County to Vonley and Rosie Lee Barnette Kilby. Patricia loved her family, especially her children and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother, a daughter; Lisa Marie Lyndsay and a brother; Roger Kilby.

She is survived by her husband; Billy Mash of the home, a son; Bryson Lyndsay of Kannapolis, her father; Vonley Kilby of Millers Creek, two grandchildren; Courtney and Julian and one great grandchild; Corbin, a sister; Lori Kilby of Wilkesboro and two brothers; Bobby Kilby and wife Sharon of China Grove and Vonley Ray Kilby of Millers Creek.

 Jimmy Cardwell, 76

Mr. Jimmy Ray Cardwell, age 76 of Boomer passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.

Funeral services were July 12,  at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Pastor Jason Whitley officiating.  Burial was in Scenic Memorial Gardens.  

Mr. Cardwell was born May 13, 1943 in Wilkes County to Conrad and Sadie Pauline Smithey Cardwell. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He was a carpenter, a "piddler extraordinaire" and a professional grandpa.  He was an avid outdoorsman, around the clock super hero and the best man we ever knew.  

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife; Betty Jean Broyhill Cardwell of 44 years of the home, daughter; Amanda Boyd and husband Brandon of Mulberry, son; Steven Cardwell and wife Amy of Wilkesboro, five grandchildren; Cole Shumate, Jimmy Cardwell, Garrett Shumate, Emma Sutphin and Madison Cardwell, brother; Robert Cardwell and wife Gladys of Millers Creek, four sisters and fur baby; Peyton.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Wounded Warriors Project, 4200 Morganton  Road, Suite 200, Fayetteville, NC 28314.

  Iris Triplett, 86

Iris Faye Greene Triplett, age 86, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. She was the youngest of six children, born September 4, 1932 in Wilkes County to Grady and Loretta Benge Greene. Mrs. Triplett was a member of Lewis Fork Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jasper Seagle Triplett; two children, Deborah Sue Lewis and Gary Lynn Triplette; four sisters, Ella Mae Crane, Delores Walker, Veora Eller, Lake Marley; and brother, Roland Greene.

Surviving are her children, Tony Triplette and special friend Jo Johnson of North Wilkesboro, Kevin Triplette and spouse Susie of McGrady, Joyce Kent and fiancé Virgil Anderson, Judy Triplette and fiancé Gary Miller all of North Wilkesboro; eight grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild.

Funeral service was July 10, at Lewis Fork Baptist Church with Rev. Dwayne Andrews and Rev. Sherrill Wellborn officiating. Burial  followed in the church cemetery.  Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 4600  Park Road #250, Charlotte, NC 28209. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  Pallbearers will be Daniel Triplett, Scott Combs, Marty Church, Justus Church, Johnny Triplett and Geramy Triplette.

  Larry  Reid, 75

Larry Lee Reid, age 75, of Wilkesboro, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019 at Rose Glen Village. He was born June 17, 1944 in Surry County to Thomas Parks and Annie Harris Reid. Larry was a graduate from Appalachian State University with a Master's Degree in History, and was a teacher at Wilkes Central High School. He was also a member of Oakwoods Golf Club where he loved to play golf, he enjoyed bird hunting and fishing.

Surviving are his sons, Matthew James Reid and spouse Donna of Denver, NC, Wesley Paul Reid and spouse Erin of Alexandria, Virginia; grandchildren, Isabella Reid, Adelaide Reid, Landon Jamison Reid, McKenzie Jo Reid; sister, Gail Henkle and spouse Richard; and nieces, Ashley and Allison.

A private family service will be held at a later date. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Dennis  Curry, 66

Dennis Joseph Curry, age 66, of Thurmond, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born July 22, 1952 in Surry County to Girtha and Wessie Lyons Curry. Dennis was a self-employed carpenter for almost 45 years. Mr. Curry was preceded in death by his parents; and great granddaughter, Makenna Cash.

Surviving are his wife, Margaret Billings Curry; daughter, Maryjane Williams and spouse Joey of Rock Creek; son, Daniel Curry of Thurmond; grandchildren, Tiffany Cash of Millers Creek, Joey Williams, Jr., Ashleen Williams both of Rock Creek; great grandchildren, Serenity Williams, Brayden Cash, Emilia Cash all of Millers Creek; brothers, Alvin Curry and spouse Judy of Elkin, Donald Curry and spouse Ann of Thurmond; sisters, Henrietta Curry, Brenda Curry both of Thurmond, Kattie Ray Turley spouse Rennie of Traphill; nephews, Andrew Curry of Thurmond, Zack Turley; niece, Renee Melara; great nephews, Jessen Melara and Damien Brown.

Memorial service was July 14,  at Miller Funeral Chapel. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Etta Blackburn, 83

Mrs. Etta Sue Vannoy Blackburn, age 83 of North Wilkesboro passed away Monday, July 8, 2019 at her home.

Funeral services were July 11,   at Bethany Baptist Church with Rev. Daniel Shores and Rev. Michael Golden officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Blackburn was born February 4, 1936 in Wilkes County to William Ernest and Victoria Hester Haynes Vannoy.  She was a member of Bethany Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

     In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband; Eli Jerry Claude Blackburn, two sons; David and Michael Allen McGlamery and two brothers; Harold Dean and James Thomas Vannoy.

 She is survived by three sons; Tommy McGlamery and wife Belva of Wilkesboro, Gary McGlamery and wife Wendy and Kevin Blackburn and wife Gail all of North Wilkesboro, nine grandchildren; Matthew McGlamery, Phillip McGlamery, Jerry Taylor, Kristie Winkler, Jason Winkler, Aaron Blackburn, Bethanie Blackburn,  Kristen McGlamery, and Katie McGlamery, seven great grandchildren; Arian Winkler, Christian Winkler, Tyler Wheeling, Lydia McGlamery, Maverick McGlamery, Amelia McGlamery and Elijah Blackburn and one brother; Willie Vannoy of North Wilkesboro.

     Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Bethany Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Rosemary Mathis, 5888 River  Road/Liberty Grove Road, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659

 Carl Smithey, 76

Mr. Carl William Smithey, age 76 of North Wilkesboro passed away Monday, July 8, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

Funeral services were July 11,   at Liberty Grove Baptist Church with Rev. David Sparks officiating.   Burial with Masonic Rites by North Wilkesboro Lodge #407 was in the church cemetery.  

Mr. Smithey was born October 18, 1942 in Wilkes County to Freddie Brisco and Mary Lucille Anderson Smithey.  He was a member of Liberty Grove Baptist Church where he held many positions and was very dedicated to his church, he was also involved in church mission trips including an Alaskian trip.  

He worked for Abitibi in Roaring River in maintenance department and was an electrical engineer.  He was a Master Mason of North Wilkesboro Lodge #407. He was a representative for Compo Shoe Company of Waltham, MA, a licensed electrical contractor, sole layer for Blue Ridge Shoe Company and worked at Wilkes Electric Armature.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

He is survived by his wife; Mollie Whitley Smithey of the home, two brothers; Robert Smithey and wife Davida of North Wilkesboro, Roger Smithey and wife

Peggy of Millers Creek, and two sisters-in-law; Anah Lee Whitley Wingler and Shirley Mae Whitley Huie both of Hays.  He had many nieces and nephews that he loved very much.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Liberty Grove Fellowship Hall Building Fund, 5899  River Road-Liberty Grove Road, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

 Bill Rhoades, 81

Bill Warner Rhoades, age 81, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. He was born July 2, 1938 in Wilkes County to Estel and Maie Barlow Rhoades. Mr. Rhoades was a US Army Veteran and a member of Hilltop Baptist Church. He enjoyed lawn mower, go-kart and drag racing. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Bradley, Jim and Don Rhoades.

He is survived by his wife, Willa Hayes Rhoades; daughter, Elizabeth Rhoades Griffin and spouse William of North Wilkesboro; son, Gwyn Rhoades and spouse Donna of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Cody Griffin and spouse Jessica of Hays, Casey Reavis and spouse Daniel of Millers Creek; great grandchildren, Bailee Griffin, Christian Osborne, Carson Griffin, Sawyer Griffin, Emma Reavis; sister, Marie Mann of North Wilkesboro; and brother, Joe Rhoades and spouse Jean of North Wilkesboro.

Graveside service with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142 was July 11,   at Mountlawn Memorial Park with Rev. Ronnie Gregory and Rev. Rodney Blake officiating.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105-9956 or to Shriners Hospital for Children, Attn: Office of Development, 2900 N. Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, Florida 33607.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Bobby Call, age 72

Bobby Arnold Call, age 72, of Wilkesboro, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2019 at his home. He was born December 28, 1946 in Wilkes County to Gertrude Call. Bobby was a retired US Vietnam Army Veteran. He was an Air Defense Artillery Senior Sergeant; 7 years and 7 months 11B50 Infantryman and 7 years 7 months 95B50 Military Police. Bobby received the National Defense Service Medal, Combat Infantry Badge, Air Assault Badge, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (Korea), Air Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, Vietnam Service and Campaign Medals, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm, Army Commendation Medal (1st Oak Leaf Cluster), Good Conduct Medal and NCO Professional Development. He was preceded in death by his mother, Gertrude Call Church; and brother, Tom Call.

Surviving are his son, Bobby Lee Call and fiancé Amanda Renae Church of Hickory; daughter, Rebecca Call and boyfriend, Donnie Foster of Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Bryson Lee Call, James Ethan Call, Monica McKinney, Ashley Faw, Austin McKinney; sisters, Tammy Wilson, Rosie Bouchelle; brother, Thorton "Doc" Call.

Funeral service was July 11, at Miller Funeral Chapel with Pastor David Wellborn and Jimmy McGlamery officiating.

Burial with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142  followed in Fishing Creek Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery.  Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Lisa Baldwin, 53

Lisa Carol Baldwin, age 53, of Thurmond, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at her home. She was born May 30, 1966 in Surry County to Ted Cox and Carolyn Wagner Roten. Lisa liked to do art and loved spending time with her kids and grandkids.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Justin Allen Royal; granddaughter, Hollie Royal.

Surviving are her spouse, Jeff Baldwin of North Wilkesboro; sons, T.J. Royal and spouse Megan of Thurmond, Gary Baldwin of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Lane Royal, Annabelle Royal, Hunter Stotler, Hallie Jo Stotler all of Thurmond, Karli Baldwin of North Wilkesboro; brothers, Ted Cox and spouse Kimberly of Asheville, Barry Cox and spouse Teresa of Pleasant Hill; sister, Betty Jo Sebastian of Jonesville; several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 6:00 until 8:00 Friday, July 19, 2019. Flowers will be accepted. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105-9956. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

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April 10, 2019: Obituaries

Barbara Church, 78

Barbara Ann Church, age 78, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2019 at SECU Hospice Home in Yadkinville. She was born November 23, 1940 in Wilkes County to Monroe and Grace Brewer Johnson. Mrs. Church was a member of Miller Cross Baptist Church. Barbara retired from Wilkes County Board of Education after 27 years as cafeteria manager at Mtn. View Elementary  School. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Harold Johnson.

           Mrs. Church is survived by her husband, David Carl Church; her children, son, James Shannon Church of North Wilkesboro; daughter, Sharon Royal and spouse David of North Wilkesboro, son, David Hayden Church and spouse Ashley of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Joshua Shawn Church and spouse Loretta of Stanley, North Dakota, David Shannon Church and spouse Jammie of Glen St. Mary, Florida, Beth McNeill and spouse Brandon of North Wilkesboro, Zachary Adam Church and spouse Hailey of Franklin, Tennessee, Madison Grayum, River Hayden Church both of North Wilkesboro, great grandchildren, Aubree Church, Luke Church, Titus Church, Darci Church, Zoe McNeill, brothers, Edward Johnson, Mack Johnson and spouse Mary all of North Wilkesboro, Steve Johnson of Moravian Falls; sister, Cathy Wagoner and spouse Jim of North Wilkesboro; several nieces and nephews.

           Funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Brother Jason Whitley officiating. Entombment will follow in Mountlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 12:00 until 1:00 on Wednesday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to SECU Hospice Care Center of Yadkin by Mtn. Valley Hospice, 243 N. Lee Avenue, Yadkinville, NC 27055. Miller Funeral service is in charge of the arrangements.  

           Pallbearers will be Brandon McNeill, David Shannon Church, Zachary Adam Church, Mack Johnson, Edward Johnson and Ray Handy.

 Mary Foster, 89

Mrs. Mary Ruth Call Foster, age 89 of North Wilkesboro, died Saturday, April 6, 2019 at her home.

           Funeral services were April 9,  at Fishing Creek Arbor Baptist Church with Rev. David Wellborn officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

           Mrs. Foster was born June 28, 1929 in Wilkes County to Barney and Minnie Eller Benton Call.  She worked at Ithaca and was  a great mother and grandmother.

           She was preceded in death by per parents; a son-in-law, Butch Williams; one sister, Nora "Jypies" Benton Shew; two brothers, Harden Benton and Sylvester "Pate" Benton; and two grandsons, Danny Alan Williams and Coach Barry Lee Williams.

           She is survived by two daughters, Peggy Ann Porter and husband, Albert, and Patsy Call Williams, both of North Wilkesboro; one grandson, Terry Porter; and two great-grandchildren, Cody Lynn Porter and Dillan Theodore Porter; one sister, Sallie Benton Shew of North Wilkesboro.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials made to Fishing Creek Arbor Cemetery Fund, 2446 Fishing Creek Arbor Road, Wilkesboro NC 28697.

Bertha Triplett, 84

Bertha Blevins Triplett, age 84, of Hays, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2019 at Rose Glen Manor. She was born November 12, 1934 in Wilkes County to Elmore and Epsie Wood Blevins. Ms. Triplett was a member of Rachel Baptist Church. She was retired from Tyson Foods.  She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Gary Wayne Triplett; daughter, April Dawn Hensley; grandchild, Little Joe Spears; brothers, A.C. Blevins, Aldean Blevins; sisters, Beulah Perry and Mildred Jean Burchette.

           Surviving are her children, James "Moonpie" Viles of Sanford, Ricky Viles and spouse Carolyn of McGrady, Mary Triplett, Jana Lee Triplett, Alton Ray "Dinker" Hensley all of Hays; sister, Rosa Lee Rhoades of North Wilkesboro; brothers, James Blevins and spouse Diane of Rex, Georgia, Ralph Blevins and spouse Mary, Marcus Blevins and spouse Emma all of Hays; nine grandchildren; and sixteen great grandchildren.

           Memorial service was April 9,  at Mtn. Valley Baptist Church in McGrady with Rev. Ronnie McManus and Rev. Travis Brown officiating.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimers Association, 4600 Park  Road #250, Charlotte, NC 28209. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Edmond Welborn, 79

Mr. Edmond Ray "Wendy" Welborn, age 79 of Wilkesboro, died Friday, April 5, 2019 at SECU Hospice Care Center of Yadkin.

           Funeral services were April 9,   at Edgewood Baptist Church with Rev. Eddie Tharpe and Rev. Sherrill Wellborn officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. .

           Mr. Welborn was born January 23, 1940 in Wilkes County to Ed and Nell Church Welborn.  He was a member of Lewis Fork Baptist Church.  

           He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Christine Cooper; and one brother, Glenn Welborn.  

           He is survived by his wife, Brenda Anderson Welborn, of the home; one daughter, Kimberly Hayes and husband, Ken, of Wilkesboro; four sons, Josh Welborn of Wilkesboro, Junior Welborn and wife, Annette, of Purlear, Mickey Welborn and wife, Sharon, of McGrady, and Mike Welborn and wife, Delores, of Moravian Falls; nine grandchildren; and one brother, Bryant Welborn and wife, JoAnn, of Purlear; and a special nephew, Thad Anderson.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials made to SECU Hospice Care Center of Yadkin, 243 North Lee Street, Yadkinville NC 27055.

           The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff of SECU Hospice Care Center of Yadkin in Yadkinville.

Monty Burke, 36

Mr. Monty Reginald Burke, 36, of Millers Creek, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2019.

           Monty was born on June 1, 1982 in Wilkes County to Clinton Esaue Burke and Yvonne Dunavant Burke

           Monty is survived by his parents; son, Jason Burke of Millers Creek; brother, Bradley Burke and wife, Joanna; and nephews, Dakota and Sean Burke, all of Millers Creek.  

           The family will conduct a graveside memorial service on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 2 p.m. in the Burke Family Cemetery on Mertie Road in Millers Creek.  

           In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes, P.O. Box 396, Moravian Falls, NC 28654 to help with final expenses.  Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes has the honor of serving the Burke Family.

 Norma Moore, 62

Norma Jean Anderson Moore, age 62, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at Catawba Valley Medical Center. She was born June 23, 1956 in Wilkes County to Arthur and Della Mae Brown Anderson. Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Phyllis Diane Bowers.

           Surviving are her husband, Tommy Ray Moore; daughter, Angela "Squeaky" Cockerham and husband Jamie of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Zachery Minton, Cody Minton; brothers, Wayne "Lard" Anderson and wife Nancy, Carl Anderson and wife Barbara all of Wilkesboro; two nephews; and one niece.

           Funeral service was April 6,   at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Charles Younce officiating. Burial followed in Scenic Memorial Gardens.  Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Maggie Church, 82

Mrs. Maggie Edith Jennings Church, age 82 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village.

           Funeral services were April 7,  at Cricket Baptist Church with Rev. Greg Hall and Rev. James Wingler officiating. Burial was in Hilltop Baptist Church cemetery.

           Mrs. Church was born July 14, 1936 in Wilkes County to Ernest Jennings and wife Maggie Ann Hutchinson Jennings. She was retired from Holly Farms/Tyson Foods.  Mrs. Church was a member of Cricket Baptist Church.      

           In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four sisters; Carol Poteat, Doris Lavitich, Dorothy Fitzgerald and Evelyn Jennings and four brothers; Roy Jennings, Claude Jennings, Tommy Hutchinson, Lee Hutchinson and Jim Hutchinson.

           She is survived by her husband, Billy George Church of North Wilkesboro; a daughter, Tammy Bowlin and husband, Randy, of Millers Creek; three sons, Ricky Eller and wife, Teresa, of North Wilkesboro, Steve Eller and wife, Junie, of North Wilkesboro and Billy Church of North Wilkesboro; eight grandchildren, Casey Minton, Nevin Johnson, Kati Petrey, Lathan Church, Colton Church, Sherri Cothren, Shana Johnson, Clayton Mathis; eight great grandchildren, Beckam Minton, Barrett Minton, Erin Cothren, Paulina Johnson, Michael Johnson, Adam Mathis, Ansleigh Mathis and Jacey Cothren; one great- great grandchild, Braylen Bell; and a brother, Jay Jennings of Palm Beach, FL.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Hilltop Baptist Cemetery Fund, 161 Fairplains Road, North Wilkesboro NC 28659.

Ron Russell, 68

Ron "Buster" Russell, age 68, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2019. He was born July 26, 1950 in Wilkes County to Jack and Beatrice Broyhill Russell. Mr. Russell was a 30 year self-employed auto mechanic. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Clyde Russell and Phillip Russell.

           Surviving are his wife, Delta Sheets Russell; brother, Barry Russell and wife Ellen of Boomer; sisters, Mary Johnson and husband Bill of North Wilkesboro, Teresa Russell of Moravian Falls; several nieces and nephews; and his cat Misty.

           A private family service will be held at a later date. The family request no flowers and no food, please. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 9, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or to the Humane Society of Wilkes, PO  Box 306, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Wade Miller 79

Mr. Wade Jones Miller, age 79 of Millers Creek, passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center.

           Funeral services were April 6th,  at Millers Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Shannon Critcher officiating. Burial was in Piney Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery.  

           Mr. Miller was born August 6, 1939 in Ashe County to Lee Miller and wife Mira Elizabeth Miller. He retired from Miller Engineering. Mr. Miller was a member of Millers Creek Baptist Church.  

           In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister; Nadine Craven and three brothers; Earl Miller, Vaughn Miller and Dale Miller.

           He is survived by his wife; Iva Deane Bowlin Miller of the home, a daughter; Kim Gambill and husband Tommy of Millers Creek, a son; Neil Miller and wife Nina of Ferguson, three grandchildren; Kyle Gambill, Jenna Miller and Myra Gambill, a sister; Ruth Seagraves of Greensboro and two brothers; Ford Miller of Marion and Ralph Miller of Glendale Springs.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Millers Creek Baptist Church PO Box 559 Millers Creek, NC 28651 or the American Cancer Society PO Box 9 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Sandra Gilreath, 62

Mrs. Sandra (Sandy) Gentry Gilreath, age 62 of Wilkesboro passed away Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

           Funeral services were April 7,  at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Pastor Brent Bailey and Bishop George Morgan officiating. Burial was in Scenic Memorial Gardens.  

           Mrs. Gilreath was born March 7, 1957 in Wilkes County to Junior Huey and Betty Evelyn Redmon Hague.  She was a member of Grace Kingdom Life Ministries and a 1975 graduate of Wilkes Central High School.  

           She was preceded in death by her mother and a grandson; William Kenneth Gilreath, Jr.

           She is survived by her husband; William Gilreath of the home, two daughters; Sonya and Tia Gilreath both of Wilkesboro, one son; Kenneth Gilreath of Purlear, father; Junior Huey Hague, three grandchildren; Jayveon Ross, Logan Sharpe, Alena Gilreath, one sister; Deborah Nelson of Moravian Falls, three brothers; Michael Gentry and wife Gail of Mebane, Junior Hague of North Wilkesboro and Thomas Hague of Columbus, OH. and two goats; Zibi and Zoey.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Grace Kingdom Life Ministries, PO Box 124, Wilkesboro, NC 28697 or New Direction Ministries, 1340  Statesville Road, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Linda Gray, 74

Linda Sue Gray, age 74, of Ronda, passed away Monday, April 1, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. She was born April 8, 1944 in Wilkes County to Denver Woodrow Johnson, Sr. and Ola Blanche Hamby Johnson. Mrs. Gray was a member of Wilkes Faith Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William Glenn "Joe" Gray; sister, Viola Watson; and brothers, Denver Woodrow Johnson, Jr. and Danny Lee Johnson.

           Surviving are her daughter, Sheila Stanley of Ronda; son, Jody Gray of Peoria, Arizona; and grandson, Denver Seth Gray of Peoria, Arizona.

           Funeral service was April 6,  at Wilkes Faith Church in Ronda with Pastor Bobby Jenkins, Jr. and Rev. Johnny Arnold officiating. Burial  followed in Wilkes Faith Church Cemetery.  Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852 . Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Paul  Shore, Jr, 77

Mr. Paul Nathan Shore, Jr., better known as "Junior", age 77 of Hamptonville, went home to be with the Lord Monday, April 1, 2019 at Iredell Memorial Hospital.

           Funeral services were Saturday at Union Baptist Church in Hamptonville with Rev. Kenny Pardue officiating.  

           Mr. Shore was born October 24, 1941 in Wilkes County to Paul Nathan Shore, Sr. and wife Louise Gregory Shore. He was retired from the textile industry and farming. Mr. Shore was a member of Union Baptist Church in Hamptonville.

           He was preceded in death by his parents.

           Mr. Shore is survived by his wife of almost fifty six years; Brenda Chambers Shore, three children; Kamela Shore Greene and husband Chris of Ronda, Derrick Shore and wife Karen of North Wilkesboro and Chad Shore and wife Liz of Hamptonville, eight grandchildren; Kaleb Hemric and wife Carrie, Logan Hemric and wife Brittany, Lariat Hemric and wife Celyna, Danielle Shore, Kandis Shore, Bryson Shore, Brady Shore and Brylee Shore, two great grandchildren; Weston Hemric and Mila Hemric, a brother; Larry Shore and wife Debbie of Hamptonville, two nephews; Brandon Shore and wife Erica and Justin Shore and wife Lindsey, great nephew; Mason Shore and great niece; Aubree Shore.

   Bonnie  Jones, 84

Mrs. Bonnie Rae Jones, 84, of North Wilkesboro, passed away on Monday, March 25, 2019.

           Bonnie was born on October 20, 1934 in Sullivan Tennessee to Oscar Kenneth Jones and Cora Jones.

           Bonnie is preceded in death by her parents; son, Douglas Pratt, one brother, and four sisters.  

           Bonnie is survived by daughters, Donna Pratt of North Wilkesboro, Joyce Shew ( Jimmy) of Wilkesboro; son, Jerry Pratt of Wilkesboro; sister, Mavis Forbes (Jack) of Kingsport TN; brothers, Larry Jones (Rosa) of Michigan, Johnny Jones (Karen); 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.  

           The family will conduct a private memorial service at a later date.

           Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes has the honor of serving the Jones Family

  Pansy Wagoner, 78

Mrs. Pansy Rhoades Wagoner, age 78 of North Wilkesboro passed away Monday, April 1, 2019 at Rose Glen Manor.

Funeral services were  April 6,   at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Mark Wood officiating.  Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

Mrs. Wagoner was born April 13, 1940 in Wilkes County to Fred Hoy and Lillie Shumate Rhoades.  She attended Dehart Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Clyde Ransom Wagoner, grandchild; Christopher Laws and sister: Kathleen Rash.

She is survived by two daughters; Sharon Lytton and husband David of Wilkesboro and Linda Laws of Hays and one son; Michael Wagoner and wife Sandra of North Wilkesboro, grandchildren; John Adams and wife Kristin, DeShea Jones and husband Matthew, Jamie Wagoner, Kara Cahill and husband Justin, Amanda Brock and husband Nick, Dustie Blankenship and husband Jerry, great grandchildren; Joleigh Jones, Henry Jones, Liam Adams, Madeline Adams, Rosie Blankenship, Dominic Blankenship, Jasmine Blankenship, Montoya Laws, Chris Laws, Zachary Absher, Benjamin Absher, Jaxson Cahill, Paisleigh Cahill,   Calvin Brock and one great great grandchild; Liam Blankenship and a sister; Louise Byrd of North Wilkesboro.

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

 Alice Lambert 73

Alice Sue Lambert, age 73, of Roaring River, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2019 at her home. Alice was born October 31, 1945 in Ashe County to Oscar and Frances Royal Bare. She loved to garden and care for others. Mrs. Lambert worked for Ithaca for over 30 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Tommy Eugene Lambert; and five siblings.

Surviving are her children, Billy Farmer of North Wilkesboro, Sandra Phillips and spouse Rodney of McGrady, Debra Blackburn and husband Keith, Joey Farmer, April Roten and spouse Scott all of Roaring River; siblings, Bronc Bare of Laurel Springs, Fannie Blanton of Ferguson, Wilma Caldwell of Lenoir, Alonzo Bare of North Wilkesboro, Carolyn Medley of Sparta, Jerry Bare of Wilkesboro; thirteen grandchildren; and a number of great grandchildren.

Funeral service was April 4, 2019 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Mark Hall officiating. Burial followed in Scenic Memorial Gardens.  Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Miller Funeral Service to assist with funeral expenses. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Pallbearers were Johnny Bare, Jeremy Osborne, Scott Roten, Keith Blackburn, Seth Johnson and Rodney Phillips.

 Johnny Wiles, 75

Johnny Roger Wiles, age 75, of Hays, passed away March 30, 2019 at Woltz Hospice Home. He was born August 30, 1943 in Wilkes County to Elbert and Ruby Pruitt Wiles.

Mr. Wiles was the successful owner and operator of Quality Fence Company.  

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Margaret Wiles.

Surviving his children, daughter, Cortney Wiles of Maiden, N.C., son, Preston Wiles of Hays, daughter, Tommie Wiles of North Wilkesboro, daughter, Tish Baker and spouse Lonnie of Tyler, Texas, daughter, Dana Wiles of Atlanta, Georgia; grandchildren, Carson Gambill, Laken Baker, Aiden Baker; sisters, Helen Blackburn, Pauline Caudill, Tathel Faircloth and spouse Stanley, Carolyn Osborne, Shirley Wiles; and brothers, Jack Wiles, Danny Wiles and spouse Vanessa.

Funeral service was April 3,  at New Covenant Baptist Church with Pastor Rick Johnson officiating. Burial   followed in the church cemetery.   Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

  Sherman  Clonch, 79

Mr. Sherman Clifton Clonch, 79, of North Wilkesboro, passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2019.

Sherman was born on June 25, 1939 in Wilkes County to the Late Henry Edgar Clonch and Mollie Varina Gryder Clonch.

Sherman is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Peggy Reinhardt Clonch; daughter, Shirlene Goforth; brother, John Clonch; two grandchildren, Kayla Sheree Clonch and Brian Shawn Clonch.  

Sherman is survived by his daughter, Leslie Utt and husband, Steve, of Mt. Airy; sons, David Clonch, Dennis Clonch, both of North Wilkesboro, Eric Clonch and wife, Melissa, of Mills River; step-son, Scott Shore of Ocean Isle Beach; 10 grandchildren, 10 great- grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

A memorial service was April 7,    at Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes Chapel, 2109  Moravian Falls Road, Moravian Falls.

Rev. Ronnie McMillan  officiated.

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

  Rev. Jay Johnson,   72

Rev. Jay Johnson, age 72 of Millers Creek, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston Salem.

 Funeral services were April 2,   at Oak Grove Baptist Church in Millers Creek with Rev. Keith Lyon and Rev. Lawson Horton officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

Rev. Johnson was born July 13, 1946 in Wilkes County to Albert and Lula Gaynell Staley Johnson. He was retired from Key City Furniture. Rev. Johnson was a Baptist Minister.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister; Jo Ann Harris and a brother; Grady Johnson.  

Rev. Johnson is survived by his wife; Joyce McGee Johnson of the home, a daughter; Lisa Johnson Wagoner and husband Stacey of Purlear, a grandson; Travis Dale, two sisters; Betty Jane Burgess and Carolyn Moore and husband R.L. both of Millers Creek, a brother; William Pinkney Johnson "Sonny" and wife Gaynell of Hays and several nieces and nephews.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Oak Grove Baptist Church PO Box 528 Millers Creek, NC 28651.

  Marie Anglin, 93

Marie Coffer Anglin, age 93 of North Wilkesboro passed into the loving arms of our Lord on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at her home. She was the last surviving child of Gaston and Martha Holt Coffer.

She is survived by daughters Deeda Pearson of Moravian Falls, Debbie Burchette (husband Sherrill) of Elkin; sons Ronnie Anglin (wife Glenda), Steve Anglin, and Alan Anglin (wife Sherry) all of North Wilkesboro.  Her grandchildren Marlene Kilby, Wayne Pearson, Jenny Hiatt, Ronald Anglin, Jr, Scott Anglin, Richard Teague, Timmy Teague, Kim McGuire, and Ashley Anglin. She is also survived by great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Marie retired from the textile industry at age 77 after having last worked at Buster Brown until the plant closed.

She was a faithful member of Hinshaw Street Baptist Church. She taught Sunday School in the children's department at Liberty Grove Baptist Church for many years.

Funeral services wereApril 3, at Hinshaw Street Baptist Church   with Rev. Jeff Collins officiating.   Entombment followed at Mountlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum with Rev. Justin Johnson officiating.  

Special thanks to Medi-Home Health and Hospice and to Marie's physician, Dr. Laura Hubbard, who took such loving care of her through the years.  

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Hinshaw Street Baptist church, 1105 Hinshaw Street, North Wilkesboro, NC  28659.

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September 5, 2018: Obituaries

Lucille  Gryder, 80

           Miss Lucille Sylvia Gryder, age 80 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Sunday, September 02, 2018 at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehab.

           Funeral services will be held 12:30 PM, Wednesday, September 5th, 2018 at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Charles Ratliff officiating. Burial will be in Scenic Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 11:30 until 12:30 prior to the service at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

           Miss Gryder was born March 2, 1938 in Wilkes County to Claude Doughton Gryder and Ruby Elizabeth Anderson Gryder. She retired from Yadkin Valley Bag Company and was a member of Flint Hill Baptist Church.

           She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister; Claudia Ann Triplett and a nephew; Jerry Lane Triplett, Jr.

           Miss Gryder is survived by a sister; Edna Mae Gryder Denny and husband, Onnie Lee Denny, Sr.  of North Wilkesboro, two nephews; Russell Wayne Triplett and wife, LeeAnn of North Wilkesboro and Onnie Lee Denny, Jr. of North Wilkesboro and two nieces; Darlene Elizabeth Denny and Debbie Denny Church and husband, Mike all of North Wilkesboro.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Shriners Children's Hospital 950 West Faris Road Greenville, SC 29605-427.

Talmadge Wyatt,  77 Talmadge Wyatt, age 77, of Purlear passed away Sunday, September 2, 2018 at his home. Mr. Wyatt was born September 6, 1940 in Wilkes County to Alfred and Anna Belle Brown Wyatt. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Kathleen Church Wyatt and grandson, Jacob Phipps.

           Mr. Wyatt retired after 30 years from Wilkes County EMS. He faithfully attended Boiling Springs Baptist Church, he loved God and his family. He was very dedicated to his church family. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening, family get togethers and eating breakfast with the boys retired from Wilkes County EMS. He also enjoyed playing bingo, rook and card games. He loved his dog, Stuart Little.

           Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Boiling Springs Baptist Church with Pastor Joey Moore and Pastor Donnie Shumate officiating. Burial will follow in the Yadkin Valley Baptist Church Cemetery.       Mr. Wyatt is survived by his daughter, Diane Phipps, and husband, Jeff of Purlear. Son; David Byrd, and wife, Connie, of Purlear. Grandchildren; Tina King, Rebecca Blair, and husband, Everette, Josh Phipps, and wife, Kristan, and Lauren Phipps. Great-grandchildren; Taylor Lewis, Andrew Lewis, and Courtney King. Sisters; Katherine Lenderman, of Wilkesboro, Susie Felts, of McGrady, and Lorine Billings, and husband, Boodie of North Wilkesboro. Brothers; Alvin Wyatt, and wife, Edella and Wayne Wyatt, and wife, Kay of Millers Creek.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to; Boiling Springs Baptist Church, 1390 Boiling Springs Rd., Purlear, NC 28665 or Yadkin Valley Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Diane Davis, 187 Raven Pine Circle, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

           Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Nila  Wassum,  90

Nila Lorraine Kilby Wassum, age 90 of Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, September 1st,  2018 at her home surrounded by family.

           Nila was born June 3rd, 1928 in Lancaster  County, PA to Carl Norman Kilby and Ruth Louthian Kilby. Prior to moving to North Carolina in 1971, she and her family lived in Marion, Virginia where she met the love of her life, J.T. She worked for Brunswick Corporation and was a bookkeeper for various furniture stores and a doctor's office.

           Upon moving to North Carolina, she worked in accounting for Northwestern Bank.

           Nila enjoyed being involved in the community.  She was an active member of Baptist Home Baptist Church for many years. She served the Lord and community through her involvement with the church library, Hospice of Wilkes, Pink Ladies for Wilkes Regional Hospital, the Mulberry Home Extension Club, and caring for neighbors, friends, and family.  Her hobbies and interests were gardening, sewing, camping, crafting, and later in life playing games with friends at Rose Glen Village in Wilkesboro where she resided the last five years. Nothing made her happier than having her family gathered around a table full of home cooked food.

           In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John Thomas (J.T.) Wassum, Jr. and a brother, Lake Kilby.

           She is survived by two daughters, Belinda Smithey and husband, Chuck of Wilkesboro and Beverly Holton and husband, Robert of Boone, four grandchildren:  Lori Holton, Kelly Holton Edwards and husband, Jeremy, Hannah Smithey Peacock and husband, Chris, and Zach Smithey and wife, Carrie. She is also survived by four great grandchildren:   Kilby Edwards, Piper Peacock, Price Peacock, and Elizabeth Smithey,  and her sister, June Smith of Lexington, along with many nieces and nephews.

           A Celebration of Life service will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, September 5th, 2018 at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Dr. Chris Hefner officiating. A private burial will be held prior to the service. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM Tuesday at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Wilkes Ministry of Hope 514 Elkin Highway North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or Samaritan's Kitchen PO Box 1072 Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

  Roger  Webb, 68

Roger Dale Webb, age 68, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, August 31, 2018 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson. He was born January 3, 1950 in Wilkes County to Robert and Mattie Mabe Webb. Mr. Webb was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church; loved music and played in many country-western and gospel bands. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Ann Byrd Webb; three brothers; and a sister.

           Surviving are his brothers, Ricky Webb and wife Joyce of Millers Creek, Marvin Webb, Gene Webb and wife Mary all of North Wilkesboro; sisters, Myrtle Webb of North Wilkesboro, Lucy Ayers and husband Junior of Sparta, Peggy Miller and husband Clate of Cricket; step son, Jerry Blevins and wife LeAnn; and step grandson, Logan Blevins.

           Funeral service was   September 4,   at Miller Funeral Chapel with Pastor Joel Blevins and Pastor William Souther officiating. Burial  followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Woltz Hospice Home, 945  Zephyr Road, Dobson, NC 27017 or to Mtn. Valley Hospice, 688  North Bridge Street, Elkin, NC 28621.

           Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

           Pallbearers  were Kenny Webb, Reggie Webb, Brian Webb, Jason Webb, Gary Miller and Shane Sexton.

  Roger Cox,  69

Mr. Roger Cox, age 69 of North Wilkesboro crossed the finish line on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at Wilkes Senior Village.  Roger stood up his tall strong 6' 4½" frame and put up a valiant fight against 3 types of cancer over the past 8 years and was the epitome of a survivor.

           Funeral services were held  August 31,  at First Baptist Church of North Wilkesboro with Dr. Bert Young officiating.  Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.   .

           Mr. Cox was born April 1, 1949 in Wilkes County to Walter Joel and Ethel Rae Smoot Cox.  He was very proud to be from a large family and was the "baby" of 13 children and enjoyed attending family reunions.  He was a member and deacon of First Baptist Church of North Wilkesboro.  He was the owner/operator of Roger Cox Heating & Air Conditioning Service and was a much sought after expert in the field.  Roger loved to work hard, eat good food, make his home beautiful, golf, and listen to good music.  Roger had a great smile and could shoot the breeze with anyone!  Amy was the love of his life and the two were quite simply inseparable.  He took great joy in being Deidra & Carey's father and was the best Papa to his 4 grands, making himself available for on-demand back rubs at any time.  

           In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by six sisters; Bernice Arnold, Rosa Lee Barker, Anna Lee Spivey, Mildred Johns, Etheleen Cox, Helen Combs and four  brothers; J.B. Cox, Walter Ed Cox, Carl Ira Cox, Charlie Cox.

           He is survived by his wife; Amy Foster Cox of the home, two daughters; Deidra Dickens and husband Eddie of Charlotte, Carey Barefoot and husband Brian of Huntersville, four grandchildren; Owen Barefoot, Brady Barefoot, Lyric Dickens, Melody Dickens, one sister; Kathleen Smith of Poplar Springs and one brother; Sam Cox and wife Doris Fay of Elkin.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to either  the First Baptist Church of North Wilkesboro, PO Box 458, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659, or the Wilkes Relay for Life (Team Roger Cox), c/o Arnold Lakey, 192  East Magnolia Road, North Wilkesboro, NC  28659

Thomas  Hunter,  87

Mr. Thomas Francis Hunter, "Tommy", age 87 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Monday, August 27, 2018 at his home.

           Funeral services were held  August 30,  at Edgewood Baptist Church with Rev. Eddie Tharpe, Rev. James Carl Church, III and Rev. Julius Blevins officiating. Burial with Military Honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1142 was in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 12:00 until 1:30 prior to the service at the church.

           Mr. Hunter was born April 25, 1931 in Forsyth County to Roger Francis Hunter and Alpha Faitha Davis Hunter. He was retired from Pilot Freight Carriers having worked for over 35 years and earning the Safe Driver award yearly. Mr. Hunter was a veteran of the United States Army serving as Sergeant First Class in the Korean War, where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Heroic service in 1953. He was a lifelong member of Edgewood Baptist Church where he sang in the choir for many years.

           In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife; Dorothy Jean Church Hunter, two sisters and two brothers.

           Mr. Hunter is survived by four daughters; Debra Hanke and husband Erich of Ahoskie NC, Lynn Anderson of Wilkesboro, Becky Minton and husband Ken of North Wilkesboro and Laura Dezarn and husband Todd of Lewisville and three grandchildren; Matthew McNeil, Elizabeth Minton and Lindsey Minton.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association 4600 Parks Road Suite 250 Charlotte, NC 28209 or Wake Forest Hospice 126 Executive Drive Suite 110 Wilkesboro, NC 28697.