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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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October 3, 2018: Obituaries

Jeanette Harmon, 80

Mrs Jeanette Irene Jolly Harmon, age 80 of Wilkesboro entered her Heavenly home and into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 29, 2018 at Kate B Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem. She was surrounded by her loving husband of 62 years and her family.

A Celebration of Life service was held October 1, at Wilkesboro United Methodist Church with Rev. Karen Roberts officiating and Chris Lakey assisting. A private burial will be in Mountlawn Memorial Park.

Mrs. Harmon was born August 16,1938 in Iredell County to Harold D. and Lacie Bowman Jolly. Upon graduating high school, Mrs Harmon, married her "childhood crush", Troy Harmon Jr. or as known to friends (T.G.) They lived in several cities before his company moved them to Wilkesboro in the early 70s. It was here that Mrs Harmon settled in and was able to make a wonderful life for her family. She worked in banking for a number of years and retired in 1992. She loved meeting and talking with her customers and they became family and friends to her. Mrs. Harmon was a member of Wilkesboro United Methodist Church for 46 years. She sang in the choir, was a member of the Ecclesia Sunday School Class and served on various committees throughout the years. She was also a volunteer in her community. Mrs. Harmon loved her family and always enjoyed time spent with all of the grandchildren. She loved every occasion that brought an opportunity to "celebrate" the beautiful things in life! She was a wonderful baker and shared her many delicious confections with others, especially her Chocolate Cake. You never left her home without either eating a piece of cake or taking a piece with you for later. She was a beautiful caring person and always looked for the best in every situation and every person. Heaven gained a beautiful soul!

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother; Richard Jolly and a son-in-law; Kirk Shelton

In addition to her husband; Troy G. Harmon Jr. of the home, she is survived by three daughters Pam Millsaps and husband, Neal of Lewisville, Lori Morris and husband, Scott of Greenville, SC and Julie Harmon of Winston-Salem, a son; Kevin Grant Harmon of Winston-Salem. Eight grandchildren: Kristin Shelton (Bryan Whittenton ) of Wilmington, NC, Brittany Estes (Scott) of Huntersville, NC, Allison Eckley (Brad) of Charlotte, NC, Elizabeth Millsaps of Charlotte NC, Jon Millsaps of Columbia SC, Grant Morris and Chandler Morris of Greenville, SC and Austin Harmon of Winston-Salem, NC, two great grandchildren; Davis and Haynes Eckley of Charlotte NC and two sisters; Lona Jolly of Statesville and Teresa Primm of Winston-Salem NC.

She also has several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to extend their deep gratitude and appreciation to Dr. Grote's Oncology Team of North Wilkesboro, the 8th Floor Forsyth Palliative Care Unit in Winston-Salem and the Kate B Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem for the kind and loving care shown to their wife and mom during such a difficult time.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Kate B Reynolds Hospice Home, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC. 27103.

Carol Denny, 68

Mrs. Carol Jean Beshears Denny, 68, of Purlear, passed away on Tuesday. September 25, 2018.

Carol was born on January 8, 1950 in Wilkes County to Ellis Alvin Beshears and Helen Faye Church.

Carol is preceded in death by her parents.

Carol is survived by sons, Brandon Denny and wife Erica, Wyatt Denny all of Purlear; two grandchildren, Elijah Denny and Trevor Wagoner both of Purlear.

A celebration of life will be held at Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes Chapel Saturday October 6, 2018 at 3 p.m. Pastor Charles Ratliff will be officiating.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Pruitt Home Hospice: 924 Main Street Suite 100 N. Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

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

Kenneth Lytton, 68

Mr. Kenneth Reece Lytton, age 68 of Roaring River passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at his home.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date to be announced.

Mr. Lytton was born October 7, 1949 in Wilkes County to Wilton and Mable Lytton, who proceeded him in death. He was an auto mechanic and a member of Roaring River Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife; Sandra Nichols Lytton of the home, Aunts; Faye Sparks and Betty Jo Lytton of Roaring River. He was also survived by several cousins.

The family wishes that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation 710 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032 or Saint Jude's Children's Hospital c/o Window World Cares 118 Shaver Street North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Taft Greer, 68

Taft Junior "Sonny" Greer, age 68, of Boomer, passed away Monday, September 24, 2018 at his home. He was born February 20, 1950 in Grayson County, Virginia to William Howard Taft and Essie Victoria Watson Greer. Sonny was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Ferguson. He enjoyed working on small engines; loved collecting tools and playing with his grandchildren. Mr. Greer was preceded in death by his parents; and his siblings, Harold Greer, Clayborn Greer, Shirlie Greer, Vivian Greer and Gaither Greer.

Surviving are his wife, Gayle Myers Greer; daughters, Shelia Greer of Ferguson, Shelley Greer of North Wilkesboro, Sharon Hamby and husband Tom of Patrick, South Carolina; grandchildren, Deven Greer, Ashley Greer, Jacob Marley and a step grandchild, Jaymie Marley, Taylor Greer, Caleb Greer, Kara Greer, Thomas John Hamby, Nikki Hamby, Jakob Hamby; siblings, Shelby Waters and Caroll Greer both of North Wilkesboro, Gerald Greer of Lenoir, Viola Triplett of Ferguson; other daughters, Paula Cowick of Apex, N.C., Annie Anderson of Lenoir; many other grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was held September 27, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Ferguson with Rev. Leonard Younce and Rev. Brian Keith Blankenship officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-9956.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. The family would like to thank Wake Forest Baptist Health and Hospice and special thank you to Pauline Watts of Hospice.

Charles Hicks

Mr. Charles "Len" Hicks of Roaring River passed away September 24, 2018 at SECU Hospice in Yadkinvillle.

Mr. Hicks was born July 3, 1939 in Boone, NC to Lonnie Ward and Eller Hicks. He worked with Southern Agriculture Insecticides of Boone and was a member of Fishing Creek Arbor Baptist Church. Mr. Hicks was an avid hunter and fisherman, loved animals, farming and gardening. Most of all he loved his family.

A memorial service was held September 29, at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Mr. John Joye officiating.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Dean Hicks

He is survived by: his wife; Linda Hicks of the home; two daughters and sons-in-law, Mary and Johnny Propst of Charlotte, Judy and John Joye of Wilmington; four sons and daughters-in-law, Charles and Elizabeth Hicks of Wilkesboro, John Habermann and Danielle McDowell of Hawaii, Allen and Catherine Hicks of Valdese, Billy Habermann of Elizabethton, TN; eleven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 910 E. Street, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Billie Minton 79

Mrs. Billie Pardue Minton, age 79 of North Wilkesboro passed away after a brief illness Monday, September 24, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center.

Funeral services were held September 27, at Calvary Baptist Church with Clayton Anderson, Danny Byers, Rev. Mark Hall and Ken Welborn officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Minton was born September 9, 1939 in Wilkes County to Woodrow and Clyde Billings Pardue. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Vencil Kenneth "Turkey" Minton.

She is survived by three daughters; Caprice Minton Cheek of the home, Marti Minton Warner and husband Richard, Tamarius Minton Smithey and husband Bobby all of North Wilkesboro, one son; Jerry Montoya and wife Rebecca of Wilkesboro, two grandchildren; Stephen Burnette Cheek and Brandon Montoya and five great grandchildren; Macie Kaye Cheek, Mason Lee Blankenship, Tynleigh Reece Cheek, Colton Anderson and Sophie Smithey.

Flowers will be accepted.

Joey Canaday 68

Mr. Joey Dale "Joe" Canaday of Roaring River, NC, passed away at the age of 68, Monday, September 24, 2018 at his home.

Funeral services were held September 26, at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Mike Bowers and Lou Creamer officiating. Burial was in Scenic Memorial Gardens.

Joe was born November 29, 1949 in Missouri to Ben Harrison Canaday and Sadie V. Cisco Canaday. He was a truck driver with ECMD for 19 years and a member of Harvest Time Fellowship.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister; Virgina Walker and three brothers; Bill Canaday, Eldo Canaday and George Canaday.

He is survived by his wife; Teresa Carol Royal Canaday of the home, two daughters; Tamie Nocera and husband Ken of Elkin and Tiffany Creamer and husband Lou of Farmington, MO, a son; Joeie Canaday and wife Sarah of Bend OR, step-son Todd Johnson and wife Sammy-Jo of Roaring River, four grandchildren; Amy Pacheco and husband Michael, Corey Canaday, Manny Nocera and Maxx Creamer, two step grandsons and two great grandchildren; Hudson Pacheco and Corie-Myla Pacheco and several nieces and nephews.

We would like to give a Special Thanks to the Staff of Dr. Grote's office and Mtn. Valley Hospice. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the Donor's Choice.

Blum Johnson, 92

Mr. Blum Vestal Johnson, age 92 of North Wilkesboro passed away Monday, September 24, 2018 at his home.

Funeral services were held September 28, at Mountain View Baptist Church in the Windy Gap Community with Rev. Mark Rupard officiating. Burial with military honors by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1142 was in the church cemetery.

Mr. Johnson was born September 17, 1926 in Wilkes County to William Monroe and Sarah Ila Gregory Johnson. He was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church and retired from Holly Farms. His favorite pastime was buying and selling used cars.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son; B.V. Johnson, Jr. two sisters; Cordie Gregory and Flossie Mathis and five brothers; Carl, Claude, Gordon, Fonse and Richard Johnson.

He is survived by his wife; Sallie Ann Mathis Johnson of the home, three daughters; Linda M Johnson, Jackie Dougherty, Janet Sink and husband Charles all of North Wilkesboro, two sons; William Terry Johnson and wife Debbie of North Wilkesboro, Tony R. Johnson and wife Crystal of Wilkesboro, eight grandchildren; Tracy Johnson, Monty Johnson, Cary Johnson and wife Robin, Tyler Sink and wife Tiffany, William Johnson and wife Audriana, Jennifer Laraia and husband Kris, Sarah Johnson, John R. Johnson and wife Grace, ten great grandchildren; Codi Johnson, Weston Johnson, Peyton Johnson, Brody Johnson, Gavin Johnson, Ava Johnson, Cameron Johnson, Ty Sink, Brooklyn Sink, Blakley Sink and one great great grandchild; Case Johnson, one sister; Electa Johnson of North Wilkesboro.

Flowers will be accepted.

John Wellington, 55

Mr. John Lewis Wellington, 55, of Wilkesboro, passed away on Saturday, September 22, 2018.

John was born on May 22, 1963 in Wilkes County to Johnny Grinton and Josephine Wellington.

John is preceded in death his father, Johnny Grinton and sister, Beverly Moxley.

John is survived by his mother, Josephine Wellington; daughters, Jameka Caul of Wilkesboro, Alicia Mae Wellington of West Jefferson, Kalea La'Shea Wellington of Statesville; son, Jeremy Caul of Wilkesboro; sisters, Jessie Wellinton of Moravian Falls, Wanda Navarro and husband, Richard of Wilkesboro, Kimberly Brown and husband, Eldridge of Winston Salem; brother, Larry Wellington of Wilkesboro, 7 grandchildren, Jaylen, Makeja, Za'Maya Caul , Jazlenn Amya Caul, A'Kerion Ray, A'mina Howell, Jaylah Morrison, many nieces and nephews and special friend Kimberly Johnson of Wilkesboro.

A private celebration of life will be held by the family at a later date.

Memorial donations may be given to The American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

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

Sarah Church, 78

Mrs. Sarah Jane Edmunds Church, age 78 of Las Vegas, NV formally of Norman, OK, passed September 16, 2018 in Las Vegas.

Funeral services were held September 29, �� at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Charles Ratliff and Rev. Lee Church officiating. Burial was in Yellow Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Church was born May 25, 1940 in Norman OK to Terrel Issac Edmunds and Eunice Hughes Edmunds. She was a homemaker. Mrs. Church was a lover of reading and classical music, world traveler and was always looking forward to her next adventure. A true southern bell that taught her grandchildren that they were never "done" but "finished".

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Edwin Church, two sisters; Louise Kee and Christine Heath and two brothers; John Richard Edmunds and Terrel Isaac Edmunds.

She is survived by two sons; Richard T. Church of Norman OK and Stephen C. Church and wife Linda of Las Vegas, NV, six grandchildren; Rachel Crews and husband Larry, Ashley Church, Richard Church, Michelle Church Rollings and husband Craig, Michael Church and Roger Church and five great grandchildren; Jadyn Crews, Madelyn Crews, Morgan Rollings, Jason Rollings and Annalyn Rollings.

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