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March 13, 2019: Obituaries

Virginia Hendren, 81

Virginia Kerley Hendren, age 81, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village. Ms. Hendren was born December 22, 1937 in Lincoln County to George Baxter and Rosa Bell Carpenter Kerley. Virginia was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Stella Woodard, Polly Carter, Sue Earnhardt, Coleen Kerley; and brothers, Vaughn Kerley, Willard Leatherman, George Edward Kerley, Andy Kerley.

Surviving are her daughter, Kimberly Anderson and husband Gary of Wilkesboro; sons, John Hendren and wife Nena, Michael Treadway, Rick Treadway all of Moravian Falls; and grandchildren, Heather, Taylor Anderson, Colin Hendren, Randi Dyer.

               Graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at the Parker Cemetery with Rev. Jonah Parker officiating. The family has requested no food and no flowers. Miller Funeral Service is in charge in the arrangements.

  Patsy Billings,  66

Patsy Lutricia Billings, age 66, of Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. She was born August 25, 1952 in Wilkes County to Burlie Preston and Bessie Combs Billings. Ms. Billings was a member of Rachel Baptist Church. She enjoyed games and T.V. with all her friends at Finley Village Apartments.  Patsy was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Denny Preston Billings.

               Surviving are her daughter, Monteen Billings Suarez and husband Pablo of China Grove; brother, Bill Billings and wife Debbie of Hamptonville; sister, Brenda Bryant and husband Larry of Roaring River; grandson, Cory Adkins and wife Brittany of North Wilkesboro; special friends, Margie Wells and Mable Minton; two nieces and one nephew.

               Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Rachel Baptist Church with Rev. Brian Wiles and Rev. Michael Brinegar officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Rachel Baptist Church from 12:00 until 1:00 on Wednesday, prior to the service.

               Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Rachel Baptist Church or to His Light Ministry. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  A special thanks to the staff at Westwood Hills.

  Ralph Crews, 81

Ralph Clarence Crews, age 81, of Moravian Falls, passed away Saturday at Curis at Wilkesboro. Mr. Crews was born November 19, 1937 in Wilkes County to Clarence and Vada Cardwell Crews. Ralph was a member of the Church of God. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a baby sister, Margaret Crews.

               Surviving are his wife, Louise Lowe Crews; his beloved dog, Cookie; sister, Christine Key of Kannapolis; brothers, Grady Crews and wife Ima Lee of Purlear, Robert "Lester" Crews of Wilkesboro, Levi Crews and wife Irene of Lenoir; several nieces and nephews.

               Funeral service was March 11,   at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jim Storts officiating. Burial  followed in the Laws Family Cemetery on Price Road.    Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Betty Messick, 83

Mrs. Betty Jean Ferguson Messick, age 83 of  Boomer, widow of Hoit Messick, died Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health - Wilkes Medical Center.

               Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at Sharon Walker Baptist Church.  The body will be placed in the church at 1:00 PM. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

               Mrs. Messick was born May 28, 1935 in Wilkes County to Howard and Runie Eller Ferguson.  She was a member of Sharon Walker Baptist Church. She was a loving wife and mother. She enjoyed her old time country music and was an avid soap opera watcher since the late 1950s.

               She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Hoit Messick; one sister, Marlene Michael; and three brothers, Reece Eller, Bill Ferguson, and Jack Ferguson.

               She is survived by two daughters, Linda Messick of Boone and Catherine Messick of Boomer; three sisters, Wanda Michael and husband, Melvin, and Barbara Russell, all of Winston-Salem, and Violet Hartley of Boomer; one brother, Tom Ferguson and wife, Joyce;  sisters-in-law, Iris Ferguson and Claudette Eller of Boomer; Jeanette Haynes of North Wilkesboro, Anne Mourie of Ashtabula, OH, and Kaye Welborn of Wilkesboro; along with many nieces and nephews.

               Flowers will be accepted or memorials made to Sharon Walker Baptist Church Cemetery Fund.

  Arnold Bowlin, 86

Mr. Arnold "Arn" Ray Bowlin, age 86 of North Wilkesboro, died Saturday, March 9, 2019 at his home.

               Funeral services were March 12,   at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. David Wellborn and Pastor Arvil Perry officiating. Burial will be in Piney Ridge Cemetery in Millers Creek.                           Mr. Bowlin was born April 27, 1931 in Wilkes County to George Harrison and Mary Jane Bare Bowlin. He was a member of Piney Ridge Baptist Church and retired from Holly Farms.    

               He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Edith Jane Miller Bowlin; one daughter, Kathy Bowlin; two sisters, Lilly Call and Delva Miller; and ten brothers, Joe, Philmore, Earl, Robert, Alvin, Thurmond, Jessie, Norman, Harlie, and John Allen Bowlin.

               He is survived by two daughters, Mickey Edmiston and husband, Tommy, and Jane Chambers and husband, "Frog", all of North Wilkesboro; one son, Allen Bowlin, and wife, Sue, of Millers Creek; two grandchildren, Amanda Goforth and husband, Keith, and Kenneth Chambers and wife, Amanda; five great - grandchildren, Melanie, Madison, Garland, McKinley, and Sadie; one sister, Georgie Sheets of Millers Creek; and his two fur babies, Sam and Skeeter.

               Flowers will be accepted or memorials made to Piney Ridge Baptist Church, 14890 N. NC Hwy 16, Millers Creek NC 28651.

  Christine Lineberry, 80

Christine Joyce Lineberry, age 80, of North Wilkesboro, passed away March 9, 2019 at SECU Hospice Center in Yadkin County. Ms. Lineberry was born July 23, 1938 in Wilkes County to Roby and Belvia Mae Dillard. Ms. Lineberry was a member of Zion Baptist Church on Yellow Banks Road. She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Virgil Billy Lineberry. Ms. Lineberry is survived by a number of cousins.

               Funeral services were March 11,  at Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Roger Jennings and Rev. Sammy Taylor officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.  

               The family has requested no food. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

  Odell Lane, 91

Mr. Odell Lane, 91 of Millers Creek, husband of Annie Osborne Lane, died Friday, March 8, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health - Wilkes Medical Center.

               Funeral services were March 11,   at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Roy Putnam officiating.  Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.        

               Mr. Lane was born November 26, 1927 in Wilkes County to Mun White and Dora Lane.  He was a timber cutter and an avid hunter. He attended Cricket Baptist Church.

               He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, June Wagoner.

               Mr. Lane is survived by his wife, Annie Osborne Lane, of the home;  one son, Jerry Lane and wife, Darline, of Millers Creek; four grandchildren, Ronnie, Jeffery, Melissa and Jessica; six great-grandchildren; and one brother, Gaither Lane of Millers Creek.

 Tallmadge  Anderson,  87

Mr. Tallmadge Killis "Tam" Anderson, age 87 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem.

               Funeral services were March 10,  at Flint Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Kevin Souther officiating. Entombment will be in Mountlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.  

 Mr. Anderson was born November 28, 1931 in Wilkes County to Dewey and Hessie Shew Anderson. He was retired from American Drew and attended Flint Hill Baptist Church.  

               In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Danny Talmadge Anderson; a grandchild, Amanda Cleary; and nine siblings, Reathie Bowers, Vecie Clonch, Lessie Richardson, Slyvia Blackburn, Dorothy Kilby, Joyce Stokes, Dwight Anderson, Dewey Junior Anderson and Wade Anderson.

               He is survived by his wife, Ruth Davis Anderson of the home; a daughter, Frances Cleary and husband, Brent, of North Wilkesboro; four grandchildren, Martin Cleary, Matthew Cleary, Phillip Anderson and Mark Anderson; three great grandchildren, Caitin Keeran, MacKenzie Cleary and Patrick Cleary; three sisters, Gladys Nichols, Mary Alexander and husband, Edward, and Barbara Anderson of North Wilkesboro; and a sister in law, Helen Turner and husband, Benny, of Wilkesboro; and several nieces and nephews.  

               In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Ruby Pardue Daycare Center PO Box 984 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or Flint Hill Baptist Church 1425 Flint Hill Road, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

  Roger Hamby 74

Mr. Roger Luther Hamby age 74 of Ferguson, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019 at Watauga Medical Center.

               Funeral services were March 10,  at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Prayer Chapel with Rev. Louella Marley and Rev. Roy Smith officiating.  Burial was in Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery.  

               Mr. Hamby was born May 31, 1944 in Caldwell County to Luther and Elsie Hamby. He owned and operated a concrete finishing business.

               Roger spent his working years in the concrete finishing business.                              In addition to his parents, Mr. Hamby was preceded in death by a brother; Tony Hamby.

               He is survived by his wife; Sue Ayers Hamby of the home, a daughter; Pamela Sue Hamby (Chris) of North Wilkesboro, a son; Roger Kim Hamby and wife Jerri of Boomer,  a grandson; Roger Briar Hamby (Kimmie), a sister; Violet Lea Hamby of North Wilkesboro, four brothers; Travis Roland Hamby (PY) and wife Patricia or North Wilkesboro, Ralph Hamby and wife Jodi of Traphill, Robert Hamby and wife Linda of Purlear and Michael Hamby and wife Nona of Jonesville.

               Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society PO Box 9 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery Fund 239 Champion Road, Ferguson, NC 28624.

               Mount Pleasant Fire Department served as Pallbearers. Grandson Roger Briar Hamby was Honorary Pallbearer.

 Joseph Combs,  93

Joseph Carl Combs, age 93, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. He was born December 12, 1925 in Wilkes County to Robert Woodley and Lura Gregory Combs. He attended Mtn. View Baptist Church when he was young. Mr. Combs was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Melba Chambers Combs; his son, Robert Allen Combs, Sr.; brothers, Gene Combs and Virgil C. "Buddy" Combs; and sisters, Irene Combs, Grace Combs Johnson and Mildred Combs Brooks.

               Surviving are his daughter, Linda Roten and husband Fred of Wilkesboro; son, David Leon Combs and wife Betty of North Wilkesboro; daughter-in-law, Brenda Combs of North Wilkesboro; grandsons, Robert Allen Combs Jr., Timothy James Roten, David Leon Combs, Jr.; great granddaughter, Taylor Nicole Combs; brothers, Robert Fred Combs and Luther Dale Combs both of Hays, Lester Herman Combs of Summerfield, Earl Dean Combs of North Wilkesboro; sisters, Berchie Mae Atwood, Mary Combs Brown both of Lenoir, Carol Ann Brewer and husband Cecil of Hudson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

               Funeral service was March 8,   at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Brady Hayworth officiating. Burial   followed in Christian Home Baptist Church Cemetery.   Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Wake Forest Baptist Health and Hospice, 126 Executive Drive, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Shelby Bentley, 80

Mrs. Shelby Jean Childress Royal Bentley, age 80 of Ronda, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at Dunmore Plantation in Dobson.

               Funeral services were March 7,  at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Bro. Kevin Blevins and Bro. Josh Blevins officiating. Burial was in Cranberry Baptist Church Cemetery.  

               Mrs. Bentley was born June 3, 1938 in Wilkes County to Fred Childress and Mary Novella Owens Childress. She was a beloved mother, homemaker, gardener and seamstress. Mrs. Bentley was a member of Flint Hill Baptist Church.

               In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands; Robert Eugene Royal and Gaither (L.B.) Bentley.

               She is survived by two daughters; Vickie Dianne Linville and husband Dumont of Roaring River and Nancy Joann Holbrook and husband Jarvis of Roaring River, four sons; Toney Eugene Royal of Ronda, Dalmus Earl Royal of Ronda, Donnie Rayvon Royal and wife Christine of Ronda and David Ronnie Royal and wife JoAnn of Ronda, ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren; three sisters; Betty Combs and husband Roby of Hays, Annie Mae Dula of Boomer and Ethel Church and husband Colin of North Wilkesboro and two brothers; Jim Childress and wife Nancy of North Wilkesboro and Johnny Childress and wife Diane of Millers Creek.

               Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association 4600  Park Road Suite 250 Charlotte, NC 28209 or Mtn. Valley Hospice 688 North Bridge Street Elkin, NC 28621.

  Talmadge  Wood, 69

Rev. Talmadge Michael Wood, 69, of North Wilkesboro, passed away on Monday,

March 4, 2019.

               Talmadge was born on July 31, 1949 in Wilkes County to Lester Lee Wood and Mary Blanche Holleman Wood.

               Talmadge is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Barbara Pennington, Shirley Ann Lowery, Nancy Church; brother Edward "Ronald" Wood.

               Talmadge is survived by his wife of 48 years, Judy Marlene Eller Wood; daughter, Cindy Sparwasser and husband, Carl of Hays; sons, Adam Wood and wife, Michelle of Wilkesboro, Andrew Wood of Purlear; sister, Evelyn Horton of Pine Level, NC; grandchildren, Jared Sparwasser and wife, Kimberli of Hays, Aj Sparwasser and Micala, also of Hays; great-grandchildren, Dylin, Joseph and Eva Sparwasser, all of Hays.

               The funeral service was March 8, 2019 at 12p.m. at Mountain View Baptist Church in Hays with Rev. Brian Blankenship and Rev. Adam Wood   officiating. Burial followed  in the church cemetery.  

               Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes and cremation services has the honor of serving the Wood Family.

  Pauline McLean,   81

Pauline Rhodes McLean, age 81, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Monday, March 4, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village. She was born September 22, 1937 in Pageton, West Virginia to Ray Vance and Della Mae Rhoades Rhodes. Pauline graduated in 1955 from Mountain View High School and continued her educational pursuit enrolling in Wilkes Community College. She was a dedicated and valuable employee of Lowe's Home Improvement in Wilkesboro for 48 years retiring in 2014;                Pauline was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Mitchell "Mitch" McLean; and brother, Jackie Rhodes.

               Surviving are her brother, Eddie "EC' Rhodes and wife Barbara of North Wilkesboro; grandsons, Jackson McLean and Fin McLean both of Wilkesboro; daughter-in-law, Elizabeth "Beth" McLean of Wilkesboro; nieces, Adele Girling of Ipswich, England, Amanda Freeman of Toronto, Canada, Fiona Richardson of Charleston, South Carolina; Lisa Sergi of Charleston, South Carolina; nephew, Jonathan Rhodes of San Antonio, Texas; and several extended family members residing throughout Wilkes County.

               Funeral service was March 9,   with Rev. Claude "Bo" Rhodes officiating. Burial   followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park.    Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

   W. Clay Alexander, age 94

Mr. W. Clay Alexander, age 94 of Roaring River passed away Sunday, March 3, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

Funeral services were  March 7,   at White Plains Baptist Church with Pastor William Souther officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

Mr. Alexander was born May 9, 1924 in Wilkes County to Pegram Summerfield and Hessie Myers Alexander.  He served in the United States Navy during World War II.  Mr. Alexander was a 1941 graduate of Roaring River High School and he was a member of White Plains Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife; Agnes Shoemaker Alexander and a sister; Edna Wells.

He is survived by a daughter; "Jan" Jeanette Jacob and husband Danny of North Wilkesboro, two grandchildren; "Ben" Benjamin Jacob and wife Jamie of Portsmouth, VA, Peter Jacob and wife Jada of Fort Benning, GA, three great grandchildren; Peter "Beau", Tate, and Rhett Jacob and a sister; Mary Sue Foster of Roaring River.

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IndyCar driver Josef Newgarden to speak to Nashville Sports Council

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IndyCar driver Josef Newgarden to speak to Nashville Sports Council

Nashville IndyCar driver Josef Newgarden, coming off his first win of the season and headed into the inaugural Big Machine Music City Grand Prix, will be the featured guest speaker July 13 at the Nashville Sports Council’s monthly luncheon.

Tickets for the 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. event at Nissan Stadium are available at bit.ly/3ywDjbd. Doors open at 11 a.m.

Newgarden picked up his 19th career win July 4 at the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio. It snapped a nine-race losing streak for Newgarden and Team Penske, the winningest team in IndyCar series history.

Because the next race — Honda Indy Toronto — on the schedule was canceled for the second straight year due to COVID-19, the Aug. 8 Music City Grand Prix on the streets of downtown is next on the calendar.

“We’ve got some confidence with this win so I feel like we can make it all happen,” Newgarden told Autoweek. “I always believe, I’ve told these guys, I believe we can win any race we go into. Nashville would be a dream to have a great result.”

Chase McCabe of The Game 102.5-FM will moderate the discussion.

“The timing couldn’t be better for Josef to speak in his hometown coming off such a dominant win at Mid-Ohio,” McCabe said. “You can tell the team has confidence right now. I can already tell you that they’ll use that momentum from the win on top of the fact that Josef is looking for a win at his home track.” 

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Newgarden was tabbed by Music City Grand Prix officials as brand ambassador and spokesperson for the race.

“Anytime you have an inaugural event and you have someone of Josef’s stature and prominence in the sport from here, I certainly think that adds a great piece to the event,” Nashville Sports Council president and CEO Scott Ramsey said. “I think for all the fans that are going to attend the event, especially those from Middle Tennessee, it would be great to see the hometown guy come out in front.”

Those who have signed up to volunteer for the Music City Grand Prix will receive free admission to the luncheon.

Music City Grand Prix single-day tickets on sale

Speaking of the Music City Grand Prix, single-day tickets for the three-day event (Aug. 6-8) went on sale to the general public Tuesday. 

Tickets are available by visiting musiccitygp.com/tickets, ticketmaster.com or by calling the Tennessee Titans ticket office at 615-565-4650. Prices are $35 Aug. 6, $65 Aug. 7 and $85 Aug. 8.

With a majority of the reserved grandstands sold out (including grandstands 1, 2, 3, 4, 9 and 10), a limited amount of single-day reserved grandstand and general admission tickets will be available in grandstands 7 and 8 and the recently-added grandstand 11.

Sterling Marlin writing book

Two-time Daytona 500 champion Sterling Marlin is writing an autobiography.

It will go back to his time growing up on a farm in Columbia, being a star quarterback on the Spring Hill football team and how he got into racing at the Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway.

Marlin, who celebrated his 64th birthday June 30, said he should be finished with the book in a few months.

In 1995 retired Tennessean columnist Larry Woody wrote “Pure Sterling: The Sterling Marlin Story,” which focused on Marlin’s racing career.

Marlin retired from the NASCAR Cup Series in 2009 and returned to Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway where he raced in the Pro Late Model series through 2019.

Belmont’s Egekeze signs another pro deal

Former Belmont basketball star Amanze Egekeze signed a pro contract recently with Donar Groningen in Holland.

The 6-foot-8 forward from Lake in the Hills, Illinois, averaged 10.8 points and 4.1 rebounds per game for Gries Oberhoffen in France this past season.

Egekeze was a 2018 All-Ohio Valley Conference selection at Belmont. He helped lead the Bruins to a total of 89 victories and three conference championships.

Former Tennessean sports editor Larry Taft, five others going into sports writers hall of fame

Six individuals will be inducted into the Tennessee Sports Writers Association on Thursday. 

Three are from the 2021 class — Maurice Patton, Larry Taft and George Starr — and three are from the 2020 class — Tommy Bryan, Teresa Walker and Mark Wiedmer.

The 2020 induction was canceled due to COVID-19.

Patton worked at the Review Appeal in Franklin, The Tennessean and the Columbia Daily Herald before launching his own web site.

Taft worked at the Knoxville News-Sentinel and the Democrat-Union in Lawrenceburg before joining The Tennessean. He became the sports editor at The Tennessean in 2007. He also served as director of media relations for the TSSAA.

Bryan started as a sports writer for the Lebanon Democrat in 1977 and from1981-2003 was owner and publisher of the Wilson World.

Walker began her career in 1987 and has been the Associated Press sports editor based in Nashville since 1992.

Ex-TSU star Devin Wilson named arena league player of the week

Former Pope John Paul II and Tennessee State receiver Devin Wilson was named the National Arena League offensive player of the week Tuesday.

Wilson, who plays for the Jacksonville Sharks, had nine catches for 138 yards and four touchdowns in a 52-41 loss to the Orlando Predators.

Wilson is Jacksonville’s leading receiver on the season with 27 catches for 254 yards and five touchdowns.

DuPont names 2021 hall of fame class

Former DuPont track and field star John Flatt and his daughter Traci, a three-sport star, are in the 2021 DuPont All-Sports Hall of Fame class along with former basketball star James Ray Pugh and former football star Pete Bush, who went on to coach at the school.

John Flatt, who died in 1997, set the Midstate record in the pole vault with a mark of 11-foot-5½-inches. He broke the record the following spring at 12-1.

Traci Flatt was a volleyball, basketball and softball standout (1983-85).

Pugh was a starter on the 1953 state championship basketball team. He had 23 points and 13 rebounds in the title game and went on to star at Belmont.

Bush was one of the top tight ends in Nashville (1957-59). After an outstanding career at Austin Peay Bush began his coaching career at Goodlettsville before returning to DuPont in 1974 where he remained until the school closed in 1986.

Margie Stoll inducted into Senior Olympics Hall of Fame

Margie Stoll of Nashville was inducted into the Tennessee State Senior Olympics Hall of Fame on June 29.

Stoll has spent the last 20 years competing in the annual event. This year she set an 80-85 age group record for the Tennessee Senior Olympics in each of the six events she entered. 

Stoll also is in the USATF Masters Hall of Fame.

Others in the 2021 Tennessee Senior Olympics Hall of Fame class: Joe Sykes (Clarksville), Wayne Matthews (Crossville) and Joyce Manis (Kingsport).

Nashville’s parks and recreation receive low ranking

July is National Parks and Recreation Month and Nashville did not fare well in Wallethub’s “2021’s Best & Worst Cities for Recreation.”

The Music City was 81st out of the 100 cities in the ranking, which was based on 48 metrics connected to the benefits of recreational activities.

Living costs, the quality of parks, the accessibility of entertainment and recreational facilities and the weather were taken into account.

Memphis was 90th. 

The top five cities: Orlando, Florida; Las Vegas; San Diego; Cincinnati; Tampa, Florida.

The bottom five: Fort Wayne, Indiana; Chula Vista, California; Garland, Texas; Durham, North Carolina; Oakland, California.

Crigger promoted to fulltime role at Austin Peay

Austin Peay graduate Casey Crigger was recently named assistant director of athletics communications.

The Johnson City native started out as manager on the baseball team and spent the last four years as a member of the athletics communications staff as a student and graduate student.

He will remain the department’s primary athletics communications contact for women’s soccer and women’s basketball and will move into a secondary role for the Austin Peay football program.

Harold Eller Pro-Am registration deadline approaching

The deadline to register for the Tennessee Golf Association Harold Eller Pro-Am Tournament is July 21 at 5 p.m..

The tournament is July 26-27 at Old Hickory Country Club. Register at bit.ly/3wqKHn3.

Pro Tracy Wilkins along with armatures Gary Slayden, Kenny Wilson and Eric Emery tied pro Chase Harris and armatures Buzz Fly, Scotty Hudson and Matt Cooper for the 2020 championship at  26-under.

Registration opens July 14 for Bass Pro Shops U.S. Qualifier

Registration for the biggest amateur fishing tournament ever on Old Hickory Lake opens July 14 for 24 hours only.

Registration for the Sept. 11 Bass Pro Shops U.S. Open Qualifier will be available at basspro.com/usopen.

The tournament with a guaranteed purse of $4.3 million is one of eight national qualifying events.

The top 40 finishers at the Old Hickory qualifier will be eligible to fish the National Championship in November at Big Cedar Lodge on Table Rock Lake in Missouri.

If you have an item for Midstate Chatter contact Mike Organ at 615-259-8021 or on Twitter @MikeOrganWriter.

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Dec. 25, 2019: 2019

Travis Blankenship, 92

Mr. Travis Edward Blankenship, age 92 of Ferguson, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 21, 2019 at his home surrounded by his                                 Funeral services were December 24, at Dunkirk Methodist Church with Rev. Kenny Bumgarner, Rev. Mark Revill and Sister Louella Marley officiating. Burial was in Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church cemetery.  

           Mr. Blankenship was born July 16, 1927 in Wilkes County to Philo Hall Blankenship and Josephine Ann Groce. He retired from furniture manufacturing. Mr. Blankenship was a member of Dunkirk United Methodist Church.

           In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife; Mildred Marie McNeil Blankenship, a son in law; Stephen Ayers and a daughter in law; Teresa Blankenship.

           He is survived by two daughters; Grace Dean Greene and husband Alfred and Ann Marie Ayers, four sons; Gary Edward Blankenship and wife Connie, Paul Travis Blankenship and wife Tina, Larry Dale Blankenship and Timothy Clark Blankenship, seven grandchildren; Chad Blankenship, Michael Blankenship, Brian Blankenship, Bradley Blankenship, Drew Blankenship, April Blankenship Shepherd and Adam Blankenship, thirteen great grandchildren; Laken Blankenship, Dalton Blankenship, Amelia Blankenship, Zaylee Blankenship, Gavin Blankenship, Ben Blankenship, Charlotte Blankenship, Zeb Shepherd, Cooper Shepherd, Kember Blankenship, Katlyn Blankenship George, Kason Shepherd and Carson Travis Blankenship, a great- great grandson; Travis Brian Blankenship, two sisters; Margie Faye Mull of Indiana and Shelby Jean Blankenship of Wilkesboro and a brother; Ralph Blankenship of Deep Gap.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Dunkirk Methodist Church c/o Kenny Bumgarner 162 East Greencrest Drive Millers Creek, NC 28651.

           Special Thanks to Louella Marley and Medi Home Hospice and all our friends for their love and support.

 Jack Ledford, 78

Mr. Jack Monroe Ledford, age 78 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, December 20. 2019 at State Employees Credit Union Hospice Home in Yadkinville.

           Funeral services were  December 22,   at Baptist Home Baptist Church with  Rev. David Jones, Rev. Dan Keistler and Mr. Randy Gambill officiating. Burial will be in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

           Mr. Ledford was born February 25, 1941 in Clay County to Bayse Thomas Ledford and Myrtle Cody Ledford. He was the Founder of Jack Ledford Concrete. Mr. Ledford was a member of Baptist Home Baptist Church.

           In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife; Barbara Ledford and a sister; Marilyn Ledford.

           He is survived by two daughters; Annette Gambill and husband Randy of Wilkesboro and Natalie Eller and husband Glenn of North Wilkesboro, a son; Jack Ledford, Jr.  and wife Misty of Wilkesboro, six grandchildren; Eric Gambill, Adam Gambill, Ashton Ledford, Riley Ledford, Carson Ledford and Ansley Jarvis, three sisters; Carol Ledford of North Wilkesboro, Juanita Cates and husband Randy of Durham and Barbara Wilcox and husband Bobbie of Wilkesboro and two brothers; David Ledford and wife Vickie of North Wilkesboro and Daniel Ledford of North Wilkesboro.

           In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to SECU Hospice Home 243 North Lee Street Yadkinville, NC 27055.

 Electa Johnson, 98

Miss Electa Marie Johnson, age 98 of North Wilkesboro passed away Friday, December 20, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village.

           A Private Funeral Service with Rev. Mark Rupard officiating will be held.

 Miss Johnson was born March 31, 1921 in Wilkes County to William Monroe and Sarah Ila Gregory Johnson. Miss, Johnson retired from CenturyLink-Sprint and was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church in North Wilkesboro.

           In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters; Cordie Gregory and Flossie Mathis and six brothers; Blum, Carl, Claude, Gordon, Fonse and Richard Johnson.

           She is survived by several nieces and nephews.

           In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to, Mountain View Baptist Church, PO Box 834, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Kyle Stanley,  86

Kyle Stanley, age 86, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, December 20, 2019 in Statesville. Mr. Stanley was born September 4, 1933 in Wilkes County to Kelsey and Ollie Jane Kilby

Stanley. He was saved and a member of Bethel Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife; Onie Mae Shumate Stanley, infant daughter; Glenda Stanley, several brother and sisters.

           Mr. Stanley is survived by his son; Ronnie Stanley and wife, Dawn, of North Wilkesboro, granddaughters; Shana Dollar, and husband, Robert, of North Wilkesboro, and Melissa McGinty of North Wilkesboro, great-grandsons; Robbie Dollar, Rylan Dollar and Grayson McGinty of North Wilkesboro, two sisters; Roxie Johnson of Winston-Salem and Evon Holder of Hays, special friends; Teresa and Karen, and several nieces and nephews.

           Funeral services are private.

           Memorials may be made to, American Cancer Society, c/o Annette Battle, Relay for Life, PO Box 9, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

           Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Michael Cifaldo, 54

Mr. Michael Anthony Cifaldo better known as "Waldo", age 54 of North Wilkesboro passed away Thursday, December 19, 2019.

           Memorial services were December 23,  at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Mr. Chuck Wagoner officiating.  

           Mr. Cifaldo was born November 4, 1965 in York, PA to John and Laura Corine Smith Cifaldo.  

           He was preceded in death by his mother.

           He is survived by his wife; Amy Michelle Brown Cifaldo of North Wilkesboro, one daughter; Kaitlyn Hickman and husband Philip of Millers Creek, one son; Kyle Allen Cifaldo of Weaverville, grandson; Zeb Hickman, his father; John Cifaldo and his step-mother Ruby of Churchville, MD, three sisters; Deborah Sheets of Hays, Cynthia Cifaldo of North Wilkesboro, step-sister; Melody Johnson and husband; Steve of Fort Mill, SC, four brothers; John Allen Cifaldo and wife Diane of Dallastown, PA,  Edward Angelo Cifaldo and wife Tina of Winsor, PA, Jason Leiphart of York, PA, Christopher John Cifaldo of Baltimore, MD, five step-brothers; Willie Chavis and wife Tammy of Rowland, NC, Mark Chavis and wife Mary of Street, MD, Christopher Chavis and wife Diane of Jarrettsville, MD, Jefffery Oxendine and wife Denise of Fallston, MD and Joseph Oxendine and wife Brandy of Rowland, NC.

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

  Tyler Anderson, 24

Mr. Tyler Flake Anderson, 24, of Boomer, was received into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, December 19, 2019.

           Tyler was born on June 16, 1995 in Wilkes County to Robert David Anderson and Penny Gaye Weber.

           Tyler was an attendee of Pleasant Home Baptist Church.

           Tyler was an outdoors man he enjoyed wrestling, RC car racing and cheering for the Panthers.  

           Tyler is preceded in death by his mother, Penny Gaye Weber; grandfather, Flake Weber; grandmother, Linda Anderson; Uncle, Harless Moore

           Tyler is survived by father, Robert Anderson of N.Wilkesboro; brother, Zachary Anderson (Anne) of Boomer; grandmother, Margie Weber of N.Wilkesboro; nieces, Catherine Anderson, Leigha Nixon; nephew, Dylan Gilligan; aunts, Vickie  Mikeal (Kenneth ) of Wilkesboro , Laura Weber of N.Wilkesboro and many cousins.  

           Funeral was  December 23,  at Pleasant Home Baptist Church.  Burial   followed  at Foundation Church on Edgewood Rd.  

           Pastor Jason Bumgarner and Rev. Donnie Shumatewere officiating.

           In addition to flowers memorial donations may be given to Pleasant Home Baptist Church, 735 Pleasant Home Church Rd, Millers Creek, NC 28651

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

 Gaither Lane,  89

Gaither Lane, age 89, of Millers Creek, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. He was born January 22, 1930 in Wilkes County to Dora Lane. Mr. Lane loved to take walks, he  also enjoyed visiting with neighbors.

           Gaither was preceded in death by his mother; brother, Odell Lane and sisters, June Lane Wagoner, Mae Lane.

           Surviving are several nieces and nephews.

           Funeral service was December 20,  at Miller Funeral Chapel with eulogy by Steve Johnson. Burial followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

           Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

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Oct. 23, 2019: Obituaries

Elizabeth   Brown, 90

Mrs. Elizabeth Alice Eller Brown, age 90, of Wilkesboro, widow of Chester B. Brown, died Sunday, October 20, 2019 at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Funeral services were October 23,   at Pilgrim Baptist Church with Rev. Derek Kilby and Rev. Vernon Eller officiating.  Burial was in the church cemetery.  

Mrs. Brown was born September 30, 1929 in Wilkes County to Edgar C. Eller, Sr. and Grace Brookshire Eller.  She was a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church.

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Chester B. Brown; one son, Carroll Reece Brown; three sisters, Vivian Lackey, Vera Bumgarner, and Brenice Brown; and two brothers, E. C. Eller Jr. and Clarence Thomas Eller.

She is survived by her son, David B. Brown of Clemmons; and special friends Scott and Amanda Hassell and their children, Georgia and Coen, of Advance.  

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Pilgrim Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1517, Millers Creek NC 28651.

 Master Rhylin Lewis

Master Rhylin Nate Lewis infant son of Breanna Lewis passed away Sunday, October 20, 2019 at Brenner's Children Hospital.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM, Friday October 25, 2019 at Bible Way Baptist Church with Pastor Paul Siceloft officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 Thursday evening at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

 Rhylin was born October 18, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Wilkes Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by great-great grandfather and great-great grandmother: Forest and Hilda Frazier, great-great grandfathers; Garlie Lovette and David Hollar.

He is survived by his mother; Breanna Lee Lewis of the home, two brothers; Korbin David Mick and twin brother; Khylin Gray Lewis both of the home, grandmother; Gina Lovette, great grandfather and great grandmother; Larry and Debbie Lovette, grandfather; Steve Wingler, great-great grandmother; Mildred Lovette, great grandfather and great grandmother; Stanley and Darlene Lewis, Uncle; Nathan Lewis, Aunts and Uncles; Cody and Danielle Wingler and Stevie and Kenny Medley, Aunts; Chasity Lovette and Melissa Miller and cousin; Allison Lewis.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to March of Dimes Donation Processing Center PO Box 18819 Atlanta, GA 31126.

 Alma  Johnson, 72

Alma Jean Johnson, age 72, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston Salem. She was born February 20, 1947 in Wilkes County to George Thomas and Myrtle Bowers Griffin. Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, George Griffin.

\ Surviving are her sons, Bobby Johnson and spouse Stephanie of North Wilkesboro, William Johnson and spouse Crystal of Mulberry; grandchildren, Lee Johnson and fiancée Vanessa Osborne, Casey Johnson, Felicia Johnson and fiancée James Thompson all of North Wilkesboro, Eddie Johnson of Thurmond, Kourtney Johnson and William T. Johnson both of Mulberry; two great grandchildren, Brantley Johnson and Alainna Johnson; brother, Martin Griffin of North Wilkesboro;

Funeral service were October 23, 2019 at Harmony Baptist Church with Rev. Lane Roark officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.                                Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Lois  Steele,  88

Mrs. Lois Shepard Steele, age 88, of North Wilkesboro, died Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village.

 Funeral arrangements were October 21,  at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Dr. Tim Roberts and Pastor Karen Roberts officiating. Burial was in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery.  

Mrs. Steele was born April 9, 1931, in Wilkes County to Lewis and Artie Younger Shepard.  She was a member of Antioch Baptist Church.  

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Steele was preceded in death by her husband, Ivey Floyd Steele; one son, Floyd "George" Steele; one sister, Mary Oakley; two brothers, Paul Shepard and Roy Shepard; and son-in-law, Steve Pierce.

She is survived by two daughters, Jean Deal and husband, David, of Wilkesboro, and Glenda Pierce of Millers Creek; one son, Bruce Steele and wife, Myra, of North Wilkesboro; six grandchildren, Kevin Pierce and wife, Brittney, of Huntersville, Chris Steele and wife, Mattie, of Winston-Salem, Jennifer Steele of North Wilkesboro, Nick Steele  PFC United States Marine Corps, Angel Worley of Fleetwood, and Crystal Steele; four great-grandchildren, Kennedy, Karrington, Linxton, and Halsey; three brothers, Ralph Shepard, Lee Shepard, and Luther Shepard, all of Lynchburg, VA; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials made to Alzheimer's Association, 4600 Park  Road Suite 250, Charlotte NC 28209.

 Bobby   Williams,   50

Bobby Ray Williams, age 50, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health - Wilkes Regional. He was born December 2, 1968 in Wilkes County to Nancy Anderson Williams. Mr. Williams was of the Baptist Faith.

Surviving are his parents, Nancy Anderson Pruitt and spouse Bill of North Wilkesboro; sister, Monica Wood and fiancé Kyle Dinger of North Wilkesboro; brother, Allen Pruitt and spouse Miranda of North Wilkesboro; niece, Riley Tackett; nephews, George Wood and Silas Pruitt.

Graveside service was October 22,   at Mountlawn Memorial Park with Rev. Mickey York officiating. Flowers will be accepted.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Albert Church, 78

Mr. Albert Seaberry Church, 78, of North Wilkesboro, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2019.

 Albert was born on Saturday, November 9, 1940 in Wilkes to George Major Church and Nettie Ettybell Adams Church.

Albert is preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Elizabeth Huffman; brothers, Richard, Marvin and Darnell Church.

Albert is survived by his wife Barbara Jean Milam Church; daughters, Susan Rose (Steven) of North Wilkesboro, Diane Royal of Millers Creek; sons, William Church (Dorothy) of Hays, Jody Church (Darlene), also of Hays; brother, Jay Church (Kathy) of North Wilkesboro; 16 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.  

A private service will be conducted by the family at a later date.

 In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Wake at Home Hospice 126  Executive Drive Suite 110 Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

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

 Beulah  Souther,  92

Mrs. Beulah Mae Canter Souther, age 92 a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother of North Wilkesboro passed away peacefully, Thursday, October 17, 2019 at her home.

Funeral services were October 19,  at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church  Hwy 115, with Rev. Don Myers, Rev. Joe Souther and her niece Judy Miller officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

Mrs. Souther was born August 11, 1927 in Surry County to Sanford Lee Canter and Cora Mae Peele Canter. She was retired from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms and the Soil Conservation Service. Mrs. Souther was the oldest active member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church where she gave 68 years of faithful service to the Music Ministry. She was quick to share her love for the Lord. Her life was a true inspiration to others.  She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Calvin Newton Souther, a sister; Vada Moser and husband Paul, seven brothers; Glen Canter and wife Ann, Roy Canter and wife Viola, Frank Canter and wife Mary, Ray Canter and wife Ila Mae, Sherman Canter, Robert Canter and Clyde Canter.

She is survived by a daughter; Janice Mathis and husband Perry of North Wilkesboro, a son; Stephen C. Souther and wife Sherry of North Wilkesboro, four grandchildren; Kristin Souther Adams and husband John, Derrick W. Howard and wife Misty, Zachary S. Souther and wife Brooke and Brian Mathis and wife Jenny, four great grandchildren; Liam B. Adams, Madeline M. Adams, Tucker W. Howard, and Julianna Mathis, many special nieces and nephews and three sisters in law; Edna Canter, Vennie Souther and Mary Ruth Souther.

Pallbearers were the Deacons of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Building Fund, c/o North Iredell Records PO Box 40 Union Grove, NC 28689 or SECU Hospice Home 243 N. Lee Avenue Yadkinville, NC 27055.

 Marty Chambers, 47

Marty Calvin Chambers, age 47, of North Wilkesboro, was ready to go home, where he wouldn't have to suffer anymore. He passed away Friday, October 18, 2019. Marty was born February 20, 1972 in Wilkes County to Marvin Calvin and Nellie Johnson Chambers. He loved his family very much. He loved to fish and hunt when he was younger. Marty worked at World Wide Protection Products until he became disabled. He loved his apartment on Finley Avenue where he had many good friends, especially Margie. Mr. Chambers was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Calvin and Irma Chambers; and maternal grandparents, George and Ruby Johnson.

Surviving are his parents, Marvin Calvin and Nellie Johnson Chambers of North Wilkesboro; sister, Monica Chambers Steelman and spouse Keith of Wilkesboro; nephews, J.T. Steelman and Matthew Steelman.

 Funeral service will be private. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Fishing Creek Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 2446 Fishing Creek  Arbor Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Kathy Lackey

Mrs. Kathy Lackey of North Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. She was surrounded by her family with the soft sound of her beloved gospel music filling the room.

 A  private memorial service will be held for her family at a later date.

 Mrs. Lackey was born September 20, 1954 in Baltimore, Maryland, to Nova Lee Key and Maurice Key. She lived her life as a devoted Christian, providing the foundation for her family. Her favorite thing in this world was being a Nana. Kathy loved to travel, so long as she had her family with her. She was preceded in death by her loving parents and her sister, Joann Woodie, who was her best friend. She is survived by her daughters; Kristi Lackey and wife Heather of North Wilkesboro and Kimberly Wilder and husband Melton of Yadkinville. She has  five grandchildren with whom her world was centered around; Nikki Carlton, Zack Carlton, McKenzie Johnson, Tabitha Johnson and Aiden Lackey all of whom reside in North Wilkesboro. Her nephew Junior Coffey, wife Cindy and their children. Phillip and Elizabeth, of Deep Gap. Kathy had a heart of gold and was full of love, so many people held a special place in her heart.

 In lieu of flowers, the family asks for continued prayers.

  Violet German, 99

Mrs. Violet German, age 99 of Boomer passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village.

Funeral services were October 18,   at Zion Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Tim DeBord officiating.  Burial was in the church cemetery.  

Mrs. German was born May 9, 1920 in Caldwell County to George Washington and Nellie Triplett Frazier.  She was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church for 75 years.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, James Atwell German; two sisters, Fern Lackey and Pansy Munday; two brothers,  Forrest Frazier and Jay Frazier and son-in-law, Steve Osborne.

She is survived by one daughter; Elaine German Osborne of Boomer, one son; Ed German and wife Abi of Boomer, five grandchildren; Stephanie Scott and husband Michael, Amanda McMillan and husband Edwin, Wesley Osborne,

Nathan Osborne and wife Nichole and Susan Osborne, five great grandchildren; Ethan and Eli Scott, Abby and Marlo McMillan and Alyssa Osborne, two sisters; Joanne Dancy of North Wilkesboro and Charlotte Frazier of Boomer and one brother; Gilbert Frazier of Millers Creek.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Zion Hill Baptist Church, PO Box 12, Boomer, NC 28606.

 Master Zane  Crane

Master Zane Tyler Crane, age four months, passed away Monday, October 14, 2019 at his home.

Graveside services were  October 22, at Scenic Memorial Gardens with Rev. Danny Dillard officiating.

Zane was born June 5, 2019 in Wilkes County to Christopher Willard Crane and Sarah Louise Law Crane.

 He is survived by his parents of the home; a sister, Taylor Steelman of TN and four brothers, Daniel Law of Wilkesboro, Christopher Crane, Jr. of Wilkesboro and Troy Crane of Wilkesboro, and Logan Crane.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Brenner's Children's Hospital Medical Center Blvd. Winston Salem, NC 27157.

   Mrs. Dollie Huffman Wolfe Prevette

Mrs. Dollie Huffman Wolfe Prevette, age 88 of Wilkesboro passed away Sunday, October 13, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held 11:00AM Thursday at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Ken Pardue and Rev. Phillip Boyce officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM Wednesday evening at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.  

Mrs. Prevette was born November 25, 1930 in Wilkes County to Jacob Wallace and Annie Nancy Staley Huffman.  She was a lifelong member of Stony Hill Baptist Church. She liked to crochet, watch TV, to visit with her family and she loved her husband John.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband; Alec Ray Wolfe, a daughter; Becky Wolfe Johnson, a granddaughter; Marcia Jolly, five sisters; Minnie Yates husband Ernest, Ella Mae Parsons and husband Spencer, Nellie Church and husband Rufus, Ruby McNeil and husband Joe and Ethel Swanson and husband Sidney, five brothers; Frank Huffman and wife Lillie, Rev. Glenn Huffman and wife Lizzie, Fred Huffman and wife Eva, Edd Huffman and wife Arlene and Conard Huffman and son-in-law; Bobby Jolly, Sr..

She is survived by her husband, John S. Prevette of the home, two daughters; Helen Wolfe Jolly of Roaring River and Tammy Wolfe Woods and husband Allan of Creston, four grandchildren; Breanna Jolly Anderson, Bobby Jolly, Jr, Rachall Woods McCoy and husband Ethan and Jacob Woods and wife Abby, two great grandchildren; Hannah Anderson and Ella Anderson and a host of wonderful nieces and nephews.  

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Stony Hill Baptist Church, PO Box 97, Purlear, NC 28665.

On Line condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com.

   Infant Jrake  Sloan

Infant Jrake Thompson Sloan passed away Saturday, October 12, 2019 at Brenner's Children Hospital in Winston-Salem.

Private services will be held.

Jrake was born September 5, 2019 in Wilkes County to Johnny Sloan and Teresa McDougald-Sloan.

He was preceded in death by a brother; Justice Tristan Sloan.

 He is survived by his parents and three brothers; Jaheim McDougald, Jeffrey McDougald, Jr. and Julius Sloan, maternal grandparents; Gregorio and Tammy Carrillo and paternal grandparents; Jerry and Sally Martin all of North Wilkesboro.

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Oct. 9, 2019: Obituaries

Brenda Johnson, 76

Mrs. Brenda Lowe Johnson, age 76, wife of L.E. Johnson of North Wilkesboro, died Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, October 12, 2019 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Darrell Poole officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:30 PM prior to the service at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Johnson was born January 8, 1943 in Wilkes County to Roy and Bertha Robinson Lowe.  

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by one sister, Hazel.

She is survived by her husband, L.E. Johnson, of the home; one daughter, Renae J. Ward and husband, Darrell, of Boone; one son, Brent Johnson and wife, Annette, of North Wilkesboro; four grandchildren, Nathan Ward and wife, Kayla, Rachel Brown and husband, Thomas, Tiffany Leonard and husband, Matt, and Megan Johnson and Seth Bell;  six great-grandchildren, Sydney Ward, Cole Ward, Haddie Brown, Bailey Leonard, Tripp Leonard, and Leah Bell; six sisters, Betty Jo, Dottie, Margaret, Barbara, Tilly and Tootie; and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Vascular Cures, 274 Redwood Shores Parkway #717, Redwood  City CA 94065 or at info@vascularcures.org.

 Carol West, 76

Carol Burchette West, 76, of Spring Hill, Florida, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2019. Carol was born December 18, 1942 in Elkin, North Carolina. Carol was the daughter of the late Robert & Mauvrean (Pardue) Burchette. She came to Spring Hill three years ago from Wilkesboro, North Carolina and was employed as a cashier for Walmart for 20 years. She was Baptist by faith. Mrs. West was preceded in death by her husband, William Lloyd West.

     She is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Robert & Jan West of Dallas, Georgia and William Thomas West of Randleman, her daughter and son-in-law, Alma "Lynne" & Mike McHugh; brother and sister-in-law, Robert "Frank" & Patsy Burchette of Winston Salem; and grandchildren, William Thomas West Jr., Michael Timothy McHugh II, Melanie Lynne McHugh, Robert Franklin McHugh and Max West.

     Funeral service was October 8,  at Mount  Pleasant Baptist Church in Wilkesboro with Rev. Kevin Brown and Rev. Ken Pardue officiating.  Interment was at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery where she will join her beloved husband.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Carol's honor to Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 239 Champion-Mount Pleasant Road, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

     Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Brenda  Hodges, 60

Brenda Lou Hodges, age 60, of Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019. She was born February 16, 1959 in Wilkes County to Gilford and Doris Hendren Johnson. Mrs. Hodges was a member of Cherry Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her father; and her brother, Clay Johnson.

Surviving are her husband James Hodges; her sons, Josh Richardson and spouse Karen, Adam Richardson all of Wilkesboro, Ryan Hodges and spouse Bethany of Taylorsville, Adam Hodges of Millers Creek; her mother, Doris Hendren Johnson of Wilkesboro; sister, Linda Prevette and spouse Junior of Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Sera Richardson, Jared Richardson, Caleb Richardson, Avan Richardson, Anna Hodges and Nathan Hodges.

Funeral service was October 6,  at Cherry Grove Baptist Church on Brushy Mtn. Road with Rev. Ryan Hodges, Rev. Tim McCann, Rev. Philip Moore, and Rev. Ethan Moore officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Cherry Grove Baptist Church from 2:00 until 3:00 on Sunday, prior to the service. The family has requested no flowers. Memorials may be made to Gastroparesis Patient Association for Cures and Treatment. To donate go to g-pact.org                            Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Jerry Price, 81

Mr. Jerry Milton Price, age 81 of Millers Creek, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2019 at his home.

Memorial services was October 6,   at Welcome Home Baptist Church with Rev. Lyn Lambert and Rev. Jeff Collins officiating.

Mr. Price was born November 29, 1937 in Iredell County to Raymond Milton and Jeanette Lewis Price. He was retired from Carolina Business Machines after thirty six years of service. Mr. Price was a member of Welcome Home Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings; Diane, Joe and Grady.

Mr. Price is survived by his wife of sixty two years; Roberta Mitchell Price of the home, two daughters; Beverly Price Walsh and husband Kirk of Wilkesboro and Kathryn Price Junge and husband Chad of Cornelius, a grandson; Nathan Walsh, two sisters; Brenda Goodin of Mooresville and Jean Kennedy of Statesville, two brothers; Tony Price and wife Donna of Olin and Perry Price and wife Ida of Statesville, two step brothers and two step sisters.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Welcome Home Baptist Church 132 Welcome Home Church Road North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or Wake Forest Baptist Care at Home Hospice 126 Executive  Drive Suite 110 Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

   Bob Osborne, 87

Bob Osborne, age 87, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center. Bob was born February 15, 1932 in Ashe County to Bryan and Vera Osborne. Bob spent most of his life living in Boomer, NC. He played guitar and sang for both his high school 4-H band and for the Gospel singing Travelairs. He was a US Airforce Veteran. Bob sold insurance for 38 years and was a beloved member of the community and of Cornerstone Church. Mr. Osborne was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Ruby Furr, Dorothy Hayes, Thelma Parker and Mildred Sexton; and brothers, Howard Osborne, Max Osborne and Ralph Osborne.

Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Grace Osborne; his son, Lee Osborne and Sandra Twomey of Hickory; granddaughters, Jacqualine Mahaffey and spouse John of Cornelius, Alisha Osborne of Asheville; his great grandchildren, Trajyn, Hayden, Gavin and Mika Mahaffey; and brother, Ronald Osborne and spouse Dorothy of West Jefferson.

A Celebration of Life with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142 was  October 6,  at Cornerstone Church in Wilkesboro with Rev. Workman officiating. The family has requested no flowers. Donations can be made to Cornerstone Church, 418 Wilkesboro Blvd., Wilkesboro, NC 28697 in honor of Bob.                        

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  James Kennedy, 54

James Kenneth Kennedy, age 54, of Indian Trail, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at the home of his parents. Kenneth was born September 5, 1965 in Wilkes County to James Curtis and Brenda Stanley Kennedy. He graduated from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business. He attended Double Creek and Piney Grove Baptist Church. Mr. Kennedy was preceded in death by his brother, Tommy Ray Kennedy.

Surviving in addition to his parents, James Curtis and Brenda Stanley Kennedy of Hays; are his son, Josh Kennedy and spouse Tori of Traphill; daughters, Ashley Bare and spouse James of Crumpler, Kristina Tobar and spouse Christian of Lake Norman; grandchildren, Dalton Bare, Gannon Bare, McKinley Bare, Steven Tobar, Christian Junior Tobar, Fredy Tobar, Aiden Kennedy, Easton Kennedy and sister, April Ballard of Wilkesboro.

Funeral service was October 4,  at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Walter Hutchinson officiating. Burial   followed in Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society for Pancreatic Cancer, PO Box 9, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

   Barbara Howell, 80

Barbara Jean Howell, age 80, of Ferguson, daughter of the late Lida R. Testerman and the late Clyde S. Testerman, went home to be with our Lord and Savior on October 1, 2019. She was born October 17, 1938 in Ashe County. Barbara was a member of Duncan Acres United Methodist Church in Union, South Carolina. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Franklin Testerman and Hunter Testerman.

Surviving are her husband of 62 years, Donald Howell; her children, Donna Parsons (Ron), Danny Howell (Jenny), Dianne Miller (Joel) and Dottie Lage (Randy); brother, Jerry Testerman (Marlene); five sisters, Janet Potts (Johnny), Jewel Mullis, Margie Stanley, Mary Ferguson (Danny) and Teresa Fraley (Mike); twelve grandchildren and six great grandchildren who she was known to as "Biggy"; and several beloved nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was October 3, 2019 at Mountlawn Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Mitchell Phillips officiating. Burial  followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Wake Forest Stay at Home Hospice, 126 Executive Drive, Suite 110, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.        

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Mary Walker, 71

Mrs. Mary "Ruth" Phillips Walker, 71, of Boomer, went to her Heavenly Home to be with her Lord and  loved one's that have gone on before, on Tuesday, October 01, 2019.

Ruth was born on October 28, 1947 in Wilkes County to Delbert John"Tom" Phillips and Della Dare Pennell.

Ruth is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Stuart Monroe Walker; daughter, Barbara Lynn Walker and sister, Gloria Edminston.

Ruth is survived by her daughters, Sharon Key (Michael) Bobbie Walker (Mike) , Kathy Key (Mark) , Robin Souther ; sister Debbie Spears (Doug);  brothers, Ansel Phillips, Wayne Phillips, Joe Phillips; 8 grandchildren, Adam, Brittney(Michael), Kody Key, Daniel, Jessica (Dustin) Brown, Lauren (Rodney) Sparks, Josh (Jenna) Walker, Jordan Souther; 5 great grandchildren, Callie, Trentyn, Killian, Mason, Stormy.

Memorial service was October 5,  at Boomer Advent Christian Church.  Pastor David Jones will be officiating.

In addition to flowers memorials may be made to Caldwell Hopice, 902 Kirkwood St NW, Lenoir, NC 28645

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

  Dianne Eller, 72

Miss Dianne Madeline Eller, age 72 of Ferguson passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village.

Private Graveside Services will be held at Hartley Ferguson Cemetery with Rev. Gordon Noble officiating

Miss Eller was born July 7, 1947 in Caldwell County to Vaden Greenmore and Julia Hartley Eller.  She was a member of Beaver Creek Advent Christian Church.      

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother; Gary Douglas Eller.

She is survived by several cousins.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hartley Ferguson Cemetery Fund c/o Beaver Creek Advent Christian Church, 11665  W. NC Highway 268, Ferguson, NC 28624.

 Randall  Combs, 47

Randall Scott "Freebird" Combs, age 47, of West Jefferson, passed away September 30, 2019 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mr. Combs was born November 27, 1971 in Ashe County to Dale Emmett Combs, Sr. and Carolyn Price Combs. He was preceded in death by his brother, Dale Emmett Combs, Jr.

Surviving are daughter, Brianna Storm Nethery and spouse Mexwell Owen Feigel of Idaho; son, Dakota Scott Combs and girlfriend Kayla Bennett of Lansing; his parents, Dale Emmett Combs, Sr. and Carolyn Price Combs of West Jefferson; sisters, Karen Sue Barker of Glendale Springs, Tina Combs of Hays, Sharon Taylor and spouse Allen of Todd; and three grandchildren, Dalton Matthew Nethery, Wesley Owen Feigel, and Linsie Kalin Combs; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was  October 4,   at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Joey McClure and Rev. Tommy Dollar officiating. Burial   followed in Goodman Cemetery Mulatto Mountain Road.   Flowers will be accepted. The family has requested no food.                            

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Keith McNeil, 51

Mr. Keith Daniel McNeil, age 51 of Ferguson, passed away Monday, September 30, 2019 at his home.

Funeral services were October 7,   at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenneth Bumgarner officiating. Burial wasin Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

Mr. McNeil was born May 23, 1968 in Wilkes County to Ike Daniel and Annie Ruth Church McNeil. He was a member of Dunkirk United Methodist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five uncles; Lawrence Church, Kenneth McNeil, Ray Church, Vilas Church and Fred Junior Church and two aunts; Eula Dean Hyatt and Shirley Johnson.

He is survived by nine aunts; Judy Church of Ferguson, Stella Greene and husband James of Ferguson, Beulah Greene and husband Benny of Ferguson, Joyce Minton of Wilkesboro, Stena Payne and husband Vilas of Wilkesboro, Catherine Eller of Ferguson, Jeanette Edmiston of Ferguson, Rebecca Hamby and husband Steve of Ferguson and Elizabeth Marley of North Wilkesboro, four uncles; Tom McNeil and wife Edith of Ferguson, Henry McNeil and wife Shirley of Lenoir, Andrew McNeil and wife Gaye of Georgia and Charlie McNeil of Granite Falls and lifelong friends; Ida McNiel- Isaacs of Boone, Jeff Gentry of Kingsport, TN and dedicated friend; Carl Wolfe of Ferguson.

Flowers will be accepted.

 Charles Hale, Sr. 70

Mr. Charles Allen Hale, Sr. age 70 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Monday, September 30, 2019.

Funeral services were October 4,   at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Steve Snipes, Rev. Jimmy McGlamery and Rev. R.C. Griffin officiating. Burial with Masonic rites by Wilkesboro Liberty Lodge #45 and Marine Corps League Brushy Mountain Detachment 1187 was in Scenic Memorial Gardens.  

Mr. Hale was born October 16, 1948 in Columbus, OH to Raymond Lee Roy and Dorothy Flo Six Hale. He never met a stranger. He loved the simpler times which included trains, antiques and cowboy westerns. He took pride in helping his children and adored his grandchildren. He was member of North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church. Charles was a Vietnam War Veteran where he served in the United States Marine Corps. During his service, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Service Medal w/1*, Vietnamese Campaign Medal 1/1960, Meritorious Mast, Ltr of appreciation, Air Medal w/1* and the Good Conduct Medal. Charles was a member of the Oasis Shriner Temple, Oldies Shriner Club, Past Master of Liberty Lodge #45 AF&AM, Wilkes Chapter 42 Order of the Eastern Star and was a member of the Wilkes Rescue Squad.  Charles was a devoted public servant in the community having given years of service to the NC Forest Service and working for Wilkes County EMS where he was a retired EMT Intermediate.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister; Betty Leslein.

He is survived by his wife; JoAnne Combs Hale of the home, two sons; Charles "Chas" Allen Hale, Jr. and wife Jana Leigh Hale of Mooresville and Justin Andrew Hale and wife Kaylin Lambert Hale of Purlear, three grandchildren; Molly Leigh Hale, Caroline Elizabeth Hale and Allie Grace Hale, a sister; Edna Butts and husband Jerry of OH and a brother; Raymond Lee Roy Hale, Jr. and wife Arlene of FL.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Oasis Shriners Temple 604 Doug Mayes Pl Charlotte, NC 28262.

  Claudia Eller, 90

Mrs. Claudia Mae Eller, age 90 of Purlear passed away Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Mrs. Eller was born May 25, 2019 in Ashe County to Carl and Edna Dancy Pruitt.  She was an avid reader, loved flowers and animals and was a member of Millers Creek Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Bill Eller, two sisters; Ruby Harless and Mary Wilson and two brothers; Claude Pruitt and James Pruitt.

She is survived by three daughters; Susie Tilley and husband Daniel of North Wilkesboro, Kathryn Eller of Purlear and Barbara Foster and husband Roger of Concord, one son; Rickie Joe Waters of Virginia Beach, VA, five grandchildren; Michael Queen and wife Deanna, Timothy Burton Foster, Nicole Jacobs and husband Craig, Joey Eller and wife Wendy and Kristina Goulds, ten great grandchildren; Caleb and Noah Queen, Raegan and Garrett Foster, Madison Jacobs, Leah Meeks and husband Andrew, Chase, Brayden and Paxton Eller and Peyton Ann Goulds and one great great grandson; Dawson Meeks and fur baby; Kaley.

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

 Mattie Blackburn, 78

Mrs. Mattie Church Blackburn, age 78 of Purlear, wife of Harold Blackburn, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Wilkes Senior village.

Private Graveside services were October 1,  at Lewis Fork Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Dwayne Andrews officiating.

Mrs. Blackburn was born June 14, 1941 in Wilkes county to Troy Alton and Lora Mae Faw Church.  She was a member of Lewis Fork Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by an infant brother and sister.

She is survived by her husband; Harold Clay Blackburn of the home, four daughters; Debbie Blackburn of Purlear, Patricia Wyatt and husband Jeffrey of North Wilkesboro, Beth Johnson and husband Roy of Purlear and Christian Cardwell and husband Kevin of Millers Creek, eight grandchildren; Jennifer Wyatt, Matthew Wyatt, Emilee Hartley, Courtney Pierce, Madison Huffman, Seth Hartley, Haley Cardwell and Hannah Ortiz, two sisters; Janie English of Drexel and Sue Shumate of Biloxi, MS. and one brother; Troy Leon Church of North Wilkesboro.  

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

The family requests no food.

J.C. Felts, 87

J.C. Felts, age 87, of McGrady, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2019 at SECU Hospice Home in Yadkinville. He was born December 17, 1931 in Wilkes County to Everett and Cordelia Absher Felts. Mr. Felts was a member of Mountain Valley Baptist Church of McGrady and a US Army Veteran. Mr. Felts was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Christine Davis Felts; brothers, Don Felts, Edward Felts; and sisters, Hazel Felts Greene and Ruby Felts McGrady Royal.

The patriarch of the gospel singing group "Felts Family" and husband to Christine Felts as well as daddy to Cathy and Vicki went home to be with the Lord and join his wife of 66 years on September 28, 2019. His life began with very humble beginnings to a family during the depression. He lost his dad at age 5 and was then raised with two brothers and two sisters by a very determined Mommy. Despite all of his childhood struggles he overcame them all. At age 21 while working in Lenoir, he met a 16 year old young lady, Christine Davis. 30 days later they ran away and got married. Shortly after getting married he joined the Army and proudly served for two years. Leaving the military with a life long disability and with the help of his wife Christine, he successfully built three businesses from the ground up; at the same time raising his two daughters along with traveling as "The Felts Family". While building the business, "Felts Grocery and Snack Bar" he took his family and traveled for fifteen years singing the gospel.

He was a charter member of the McGrady Fire Dept. as well as the Halls Mills Ruritan Club. As he reached his retirement years he once again began a new venture, J & J Mobile Home Park. Throughout the rest of his life he continued being faithful to God's calling as a deacon, working in his local church as well as spreading the gospel in song at every opportunity.

When tragedy struck his wife of 66 years he faithfully took care of her until her death, June 1, 2019. For him he then felt like his work on earth was finished. The things that brought him joy in his later years was making music with old friends and playing his guitar. But the thing that brought him the most joy was knowing the family tradition of gospel singing was going to be carried on by his granddaughter, DeAnna Bumgarner Lovette and her family. J.C. Felts was not a perfect man but he was a perfect daddy, grandpa, great grandpaw. It brings us real peace to know he and our mother are now singing God's praises together and they will never grow old or sick again.

Surviving are his daughters, Cathy Bumgarner and spouse Garey, and Vicki Carty and spouse Tim all of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Deanna Bumgarner Lovette and spouse Bobby of Wilkesboro, Rev. James Jason Bumgarner and spouse Michelle of Millers Creek, Tabitha Lovette of Ronda, Rebecca Shepherd Minton and spouse Anthony of Wilkesboro, Brandi Carty Linville and spouse Kenneth of McGrady, Samantha Carty of North Wilkesboro; and twelve great grandchildren.

Funeral service was October 1, at Mountain Valley Baptist Church in McGrady with Rev. Jason Bumgarner, Rev. Donnie Shumate, Rev. Eddie Tharpe and Rev. Ronnie McManus officiating. Burial with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142  followed in Cane Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Cane Creek Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, PO Box 134, McGrady, NC 28649.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Mary  Sheppard, 71

Mary Lou Lunsford Sheppard, age 71, of Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, September 27, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. She was born June 21, 1948 in Wilkes County to Grover and Maie Hendren Lunsford. Mrs. Sheppard was a member of Cub Creek Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William Bower Sheppard; granddaughter, Kayla Dubuque; grandson, Anthony Sheppard; brother, Coy Lunsford; and sister, Pauline Jarvis.

Surviving are her children, Beth Wood and spouse Jeff of North Wilkesboro, Mary Sales and spouse Donald of Ronda, Billy Sheppard and Kim Young both of Wilkesboro, Shane Sheppard and spouse Shelia of Purlear; grandchildren, Alicia Wood, Curtis Wood, Nicole Gwyn, Bill Hairston, Donavan Sheppard, Catlin Foster, Mason Foster; sisters, Irene Johnson and spouse Commie of Moravian Falls, Juanita Greene of Mulberry; brothers, Clyde Lunsford and spouse Debra of Moravian Falls, Billy Lunsford and spouse Vicie of North Wilkesboro; seven great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Memorial service was October 1, at Cub Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Brian Sampson officiating.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Vena Prevette, 90\

Mrs. Vena Mae Roope Prevette, age 90 of Hays, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village.

Funeral services were September 29,   at Round Mountain  Baptist Church with Rev. Roger Jennings and Rev. Jason Wiles officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

Mrs. Prevette was born February 26, 1929 in Wilkes County to James Sherman and Mattie Billings Roope. She retired from Modern Globe and was the oldest living member of Round Mountain Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Albert Prevette, a daughter; Debra Prevette, a son; James Albert Prevette, a granddaughter; Andrea P. Owings, two brothers; Wayne Roope and Fred Roope and a son in law; Clinton Miller.

She is survived by a daughter; Mary Miller of North Wilkesboro, a son; David Prevette of North Wilkesboro, five grandchildren; Brandon Prevette, Amanda McMillan, Barry Prevette, Michael Prevette and Dana Prevette, seventeen great grandchildren; Andrew Owings, Elizabeth Owings, Sarah Owings, Brendan Prevette, Laney Prevette, Brayden  Prevette, Alexis Prevette, Christian Prevette, Joshua Miller, Cameron McMillan, Caleb McMillan, Cadence Prevette, Alexis Peacock, Hailey Peacock, Nathan Brown, Hailey Brown and Emma Brown, six great great grandchildren; Camilla, Calvin, Jaxon, Maddix, River and Delilah, a sister; Virginia Dare Neenan and husband Charles of Wake Forest, a brother; Clyde Roope and wife Charlene of King and a daughter in law; Margaret Prevette of North Wilkesboro.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Samaritans Purse PO Box 300 Boone, NC 28607.

Jerry Lowe, 74

Jerry Ray Lowe, age 74, of Lakeland, FL, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019 at Lakeland Regional Health. He was born Dec. 1, 1944 in Wilkes County to Roy and Vera Hall Lowe. Jerry attended Bethel Baptist Church in Lakeland, FL and was a US Marine Veteran. Jerry loved God and his family more than anything. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Clifton Lowe, Vera Hall Lowe and his brother, Everett Lowe.

Surviving are his children, Pamela Bracey and spouse Brian, Cynthia Shower and spouse Kevin of Lakeland, FL, Shoun Lowe and spouse Pennie of Euless, TX; and grandchildren, Easton Bracey, Layton Bracey, Brila Bracey, Chanse Shower, Bryse Shower, Courtney Martin, Dayna Lowe and Keyda Lowe; brother, Bill Lowe of North Wilkesboro, NC and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was October 5,  at Miller Funeral Chapel with Pastor Eddie Foster and Pastor Wayne Roberts officiating. Burial with Military Honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142  followed at Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

Flowers will be accepted or donations to Bethel Baptist Church Building Fund, 3125 West Socrum Loop Rd, Lakeland, FL, 33810.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

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April 24, 2019: Obituaries

Lula Payne, 92

Lula Stinson Payne, age 92, of Hays, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Rose Glen Manor. She was born August 17, 1926 in Chatham County to Marvin Durham Stinson and Mary Catherine Benner Stinson. Mrs. Payne was a graduate of Ramseur High School, previously employed with Wilkes Community College and a member of North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church. Lula was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul Lawrence Payne; son, Ronald Timothy Payne "Timmy"; grandson, Brandon Christopher Payne; brothers, Henry and John Stinson; sisters, Mary Dean Stinson, Elizabeth Rinehardt, Lillie Nance; and beloved sister-in-law, Katie Petty.

               Surviving are her children, Nancy Payne Foster and spouse Stuart of Summerton, South Carolina, Paul Lawrence Payne, Jr. "Larry" and spouse Susie, North Wilkesboro, Donnie Lee Payne "Don" and spouse Julia of Hickory, James "Alan" Payne and spouse Nancy of Durham, Jeffrey David Payne "Jeff" and spouse Nancy of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Evan Foster of Raleigh, Andrew Payne of Clayton, Matthew Payne and spouse Megan of Wilmington, Nathan Payne and spouse Ealer of Durham, Megan Payne Linton and spouse Eddie of Pittsboro, Erin Payne of Durham, Katherine Payne "Katie" of Statesville; great grandchild, Penelope Linton of Pittsboro.

                Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, April 25, 2019 at North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church with Rev. Steve Snipes officiating. Burial will follow in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at North Wilkesboro Presbyterian Church from 12:00 until 1:00 on Thursday, prior to the service. The family has requested no flowers, memorials may be made to Mtn. Valley Hospice, 688  North Bridge Street, Elkin, NC 28621. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Rufus Wagoner, 74

Mr. Rufus Eugene "Gene" Wagoner, 74, of McGrady, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at his residence.

               Rufus was born on Saturday, November 18, 1944 in Wilkes County to Raymond Hobert Wagoner and Bessie Viola Royal Wagoner.

               Rufus is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Eula Mae Benge Wagoner; sisters, Margie Wagoner and Geneva Wagoner.

 Rufus is survived by his daughters; Lisa Fox (Jessie) of McGrady, Crystal Pierce (Mark) of Booneville; son, Daniel Wagoner of the home; brothers, Spencer Wagoner (Mae), Marvin Wagoner (Sue), all of Mulberry, 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

               A Visitation was April 22,  at Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes Chapel. Graveside service followed in Mt. Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery, North Wilkesboro with Rev. Junior Harrold   officiating.

               The Family request in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes P.O. Box 396 Moravian Falls, NC 28654 for final expenses.  

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

 Rita Stanley, 61

Mrs. Rita "Darlene" Prevette Stanley, age 61 of Hays, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at her home.

               Funeral services were April 20, at United Fellowship Church in Booneville,  with Preacher Johnny Arnold and Minister Andrew Hoots officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

               Mrs. Stanley was born September 17, 1957 in Wilkes County to Eugene E. Prevette and Doris L. Bell Prevette. She was a homemaker and a member of United Fellowship Church.

               She was preceded in death by her parents and husband; Archie Lee Stanley.

               Mrs. Stanley is survived by a daughter; Rita Jean Stanley McMahan of Hays, a son; Alan Lee Stanley of Hays, seven grandchildren; Kayla S. McMahan, Emmabele K. Repnyek, Avery L. Stanley, Preston C. Stanley, Abygail S. McMahan, Destiny-Hope N. McMahan, Elisabeth G. Holland, two sisters; Donna Radecke and husband Curtis of Yadkinville and Tabatha Lynn Vestal of Yadkinville and a brother; Steve Prevette and wife Sharon of Ronda.

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

Freeland Parsons, 85

Freeland "Hal" Parsons, age 85, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village. He was born April 6, 1934 in Wilkes County to Auburn and Bertha Spears Parsons. Hal was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Millers Creek. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Surviving are his brothers, Caster Parsons of Huntersville, Jackie Parsons of Millers Creek; sisters, Nadine Anderson and spouse Russell of Winston Salem, Christine Shepherd of Wilkesboro.

               Graveside service was April 20,  at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Millers Creek.   Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Vergie Patterson,   80

Mrs. Vergie Mae Absher Patterson, age 80 of North Wilkesboro, passed away April 17, 2019 at her home.

               Funeral services was April 20,   at Cane Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Bruce Rhoades and Rev. Kenny Absher officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

               Mrs. Patterson was born January 21, 1939 in Wilkes County to Rom and Hattie Felts Absher. She was retired from American Drew Furniture Company. Mrs. Patterson was a member of Cane Creek Baptist Church.

               In addition to her parents, Mrs. Patterson was preceded in death by a great grandson; Austin Smathers, two sisters; Mae Johnson and Mary Adams and six brothers; Olen Absher, Bill Absher, Silas Absher, Robert Absher, Fred Absher and Everette Absher.

               She is survived by her husband; Jerry Patterson,  two daughters; Debbie Shumate and husband Robert of McGrady and Bobbie Cranfill and husband Don of Hays, four grandchildren; Bryan Shumate, Joey Shumate, Dianna Cloud and spouse Shannon and Amy Cranfill, seven great grandchildren; Caleb Smathers, Kalei Perales, Lucas Perales, Cole Shumate, Garrett Shumate, Emma Shumate and Taelyn Shumate, a great- great grandchild; Bentley Smathers, two sisters; Kathy Bell and husband Randall of North Wilkesboro and Margie Lackey of Wilkesboro and a brother; Rev. Hobert Absher and wife Doris,  of Hays.

               Flowers will be accepted.

 Patrick Wyatt, 64

Patrick Steve Wyatt, age 64, of Hays, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at his home. He was born March 28, 1955 in Wayne County, Michigan to Alex Wyatt, Jr. and Ruby Johnson Wyatt. Mr. Wyatt enjoyed fishing, antique clocks and gardening. Mr. Wyatt was preceded in death by his parents; and a son, Michael James Brown.

               Surviving are his daughter, Tara Lytton and spouse Garron of Hickory; son, Devin Wyatt and spouse Jeremy Lazzara of Portland, Oregon; sister, Patricia Dollyhigh and spouse Randy of North Wilkesboro; and two grandchildren, Jaxton Bailey and Emmett Lytton both of Hickory.

               Memorial service will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, April 28, 2019 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Gilreath officiating. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 2:00 until 3:00 on Sunday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Ina  Earp, 95

Mrs. Ina Bertha Hayes Earp, age 95 of Boomer, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

               Graveside services were April 17, 2019 at Beaver Creek Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. James Hall officiating.

               Mrs. Earp was born July 2, 1923 in Wilkes County to Grover Cleveland Hayes and Mattie Johnson Hayes. She was an avid gardener and homemaker. Ina was known throughout her community for sharing baskets full of vegetables and flowers from her gardens. She retired from the manufacturing industry and was a life-long member of Beaver Creek Baptist Church.

               She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; Ronald Blair Earp, a son; Jerry Nelson Earp, five sisters; Ruby Hayes Smith, Lexie Hayes Walsh, Irene Hayes Crawford, Helen Hayes Eller and Juanita Hayes Wyatt and three brothers; Clay Hayes, Parks Hayes and Earl Hayes.

               Mrs. Earp is survived by four grandchildren; Terri Diane Earp Jesenovic Gehringer and husband Earl, Ricky Blair Earp Jesenovic, Linda Sue Earp McClure and husband Doug and Leigh Ann Earp Nunn and husband Eric, five great-grandchildren; Kayla Diane Gehringer Michalik and husband Nick, Kenneth Aaron Gehringer and wife Nicole, Katie Mae Gehringer, Jeri Nicole McClure and Michael Jerrold Nunn, three great great grandchildren; Braxton Collins, Avery Gehringer and Mason Gehringer, a brother; Franklin Peeler Hayes and special caregivers; Barbara Gant and Nellie Rash and several special nieces and nephews.

               In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Beaver Creek Baptist Church cemetery fund PO Box 26 Ferguson, NC 28624.

 Robert   Stipe, 77

Mr. Robert Louis Stipe, age 77 of Wilkesboro, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at his home.

               Memorial services were April 23,   at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Eddie Tharpe officiating.  

               Mr. Stipe was born January 28, 1942 in Ann Arbor, MI to Louis Reginald and Frances Smith Stipe. He was the Assistant Director of Pharmacy at Wilkes Regional Medical Center prior to his retirement.

               Mr. Stipe was preceded in death by his parents, his wife; Marta Carroll Hawthorne-Henry Stipe and a son; James David Stipe.

               He is survived by a daughter; Julia Ann Robertson and husband; John Sheagrn of Myrtle Beach, SC, two sons; Ronald Laurance Stipe and wife Barbara Lynn of Concord, NC and Kenneth Douglas Stipe of St. Augustine, FL, five grandchildren; Josh Robertson and wife Angela, Conner Stipe, Landon Stipe, Thomas Stipe and Liam Jarvis, two great grandchildren; Callum Robertson and Adella Robertson and a brother; John Stipe and wife Dee.

               In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life PO Box 9 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or Special Olympics of Cabarrus County 7321 Raging Ridge Road Harrisburg, NC 28075.

Walter   Pennell,   76

Walter Jerry Pennell, age 76, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2019 at Westwood Hills Nursing & Rehab Center. He was born June 13, 1942 in Wilkes County to Glenn and Marie Miller Pennell.                 Mr. Pennell was a US Air Force Veteran and a member of Fishing Creek Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, watching NASCAR, basketball and spending time with his dogs, Dixie and Sophie. Mr. Pennell was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Cynthia Ray Pennell.

               Surviving are his son, William G. Pennell of Navarre, Florida; daughter, JoAnn E. Dagenhart and spouse Kenneth of Corydon, Indiana; daughter, Kim Swofford of Wilkesboro, son, Chris Jarvis of Wilkesboro, daughter, Donna Coats and spouse Tony of Clayton, daughter, Missy Cayton of Raleigh, son, Don Cayton of Wake Forest; grandchildren, Jordan Dagenhart of Corydon, Indiana, Brenna Pennell and Amanda Hall both of Warner Robbins, Georgia; Morgan Swofford, Christyn Jarvis, Samantha Jarvis, and grandchildren who called him Jer-Jer, Carleigh Cayton, Ireland Cayton, Leah Cayton; great grandson, Robert Jarvis.

               Funeral service was April 20,   at Fishing Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Ronnie Gregory officiating. Burial   followed in the church cemetery.   In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 9, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

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Dec. 18, 2019: Obituaries

James Brewer, 72

James Charles Brewer, age 72, of Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2019 at his home. Mr. Brewer was born October 30, 1947 in Lawrence  County, Tennessee to Alvin and Eva Foster Brewer. He attended Poplar Springs Baptist Church and was a US Army Veteran. He loved his flower garden, hunting, fishing and especially building furniture. Mr. Brewer was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Melissa Osborne.

Surviving are his wife, Margaret Ann Brewer; son, Rick Blevins and spouse Judy of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Monica Lynn Osborne Toliver and spouse Andy of Lansing, Chris Blevins of Hays, Samuel Blevins, Matthew Osborne and spouse Carrie all of North Wilkesboro; great grandchildren, Jamison Jones, Alana Toliver, Branson Osborne, Levi Osborne, Wyatt Osborne; sisters, Elizabeth Bridges of Mississippi, Betty Hastings and spouse Bob, Nancy Watkins all of Tennessee, Delores Wilson of Granite Falls, and Faye Whitley of Lenoir.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Lloyd Day and Rev. Donnie Shumate officiating. Entombment with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142 will follow in Mountlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 1:00 until 2:00 on Tuesday, prior to the service. The family has requested no flowers. Memorials may be made to Wake Forest Hospice, 126 Executive Drive, Suite 110, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Nellie Hill, 70

Nellie Mae Cooper Hill, age 70, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, December 13, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village. She was born April 11, 1949 in Smyth County, Virginia to James Louis and Lillian Dare Doane Cooper. Nellie was a member of Church of God of Prophecy. She was a very devout Christian, always sharing the word of God. She was all about loving and caring for others. Nellie loved to play the piano, sing and play the guitar. Mrs. Hill was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James Edward Hill, Jr.; and a sister, Phyllis Wagoner.

Surviving are her sons, Rodney Hill and spouse Linda, Pat Hill and spouse Angela all of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Ryan Hill, Megan Hill, Seth Hill, Gina Hill; great granddaughter, Madison Hill; brother, Wendell Cooper and spouse Carol of Edgewood, Maryland; sister, Mary Sike and spouse Brad of Virginia Beach, Virginia; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Raymond Ledford officiating. Burial will follow in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 1:00 until 2:00 on Wednesday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Sheryl Simmons, 62

Sheryl Wadas Simmons, age 62, of Deep Gap, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2019 at her home. Mrs. Simmons was born July 27, 1957 in Summit County, Ohio to Elmer Robert and Violet Maxine Zornes Wadas. She was a member of Full Gospel Fellowship. Mrs. Simmons was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Donna Walker and brother Eddie Wadas.

Surviving are her husband, Lloyd Simmons of the home; daughters, Virginia Diaz and spouse Beto of Charlotte, Tennessee, Brandy Greene of Hays; son, Avery Simmons and spouse Misty of West Jefferson; nine grandchildren; and three great grandchildren.

Funeral service was December 16,  at Full Gospel Fellowship on Mertie Road with Pastor Roy Smith and Rev. Cecil Hamby officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

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

 Willa Rhoades, 79

Willa Gray Rhoades, age 79, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, December 13, 2019 at her home. She was born October 21, 1940 in Wilkes County to Gwyn and Cleo Kilby Hayes. Mrs. Rhoades was a member of Hilltop Baptist Church and enjoyed reading. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 60 years, Bill Warner Rhoades.

Surviving are her daughter, Elizabeth Rhoades Griffin and spouse William of North Wilkesboro; son, Gwyn Rhoades and spouse Donna, North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Cody Griffin and spouse Jessica of Hays, Casey Reavis and spouse Daniel of Millers Creek, Lynn Wright and spouse Jeff of Saw Mills, Amanda Braswell of North Wilkesboro; great grandchildren, Bailee Griffin, Christian Osborne, Carson Griffin, Sawyer Griffin, Emma Reavis, Allison Wright, Alyssa Wright, Abagail Stamper and Katherine Stamper.

Graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family has requested no flowers. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501  St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105-9956 or to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 2900 N. Rocky Point Drive, Memphis, Tennessee 38105-9956. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Elizabeth Crews, 72

Mrs. Elizabeth Gail Lane Crews, age 72, wife of Paul L. Crews, Jr., died Friday, December 13, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Health - Wilkes Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Bethel Branch Church of Christ with Brother Lawrence Warden, Brother Steve Johnson, and Brother Marvin Williams officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM Tuesday at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Crews was born November 12, 1947 in Wilkes County to Charlie Raymond and Virginia Lee Prevette Lane.  She was a member of Bethel Branch Church of Christ and had retired from Lowes Companies.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter-in-law, Julia Crews.

She is survived by her husband, Junior Crews, of the home; one son, Steve Crews, of Millers Creek; one daughter, Charley Staley and husband, Doug, of North Wilkesboro; three grandchildren, Zach Staley, Olivia Crews, and Victoria Crews; one brother, Bryan Lane and wife, Lorrie, of Raleigh; two nieces, Krystin Lawing and husband, Andrew, and Kelsey Lane; and one nephew, Spencer Lane.  

Flowers will be accepted or memorials made to Humane Society of Wilkes, P.O. Box 306, North Wilkesboro NC 28659.

  Earl Byrd, 71

Mr. Earl Philmore Byrd, age 71 of Hays, died Sunday, December 15, 2019 at his home.

Funeral arrangements will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, December 19, 2019 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Keith Foster and Rev. Rick Johnson officiating. Burial will be in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:30 PM prior to the service at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.  

Mr. Byrd was born June 13, 1948 in Wilkes County to Reece and Cora Blevins Byrd.  Mr. Byrd served many years of his life preaching to the elderly at nursing homes.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Byrd was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Ann Key Byrd; one son, Daniel Earl Byrd; and one grandson, Andrew Martin Taylor.

He is survived by one daughter, Sharon Byrd Pruitt and husband, Randy, of Hays; three sons, Darrell

Edward Byrd and wife, Claudia, of Elkin, Vernon Earl Byrd and wife, Crystal of Hays, and Bobby Eugene Byrd of Jonesville; sixteen grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Flowers will be accepted.

Marty Shumate, 42

Mr. Marty Gwyn Shumate, age 42 of Moravian Falls, went home to be with his heavenly father on the wings of Angels on December 13, 2019.

Funeral services were  December 15,   at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Pastor Joey Moore and Rev. Coy Baker officiating. Burial was in Boiling Springs Baptist Church cemetery.  

Mr. Shumate was born February 17, 1977 in Wilkes County to Judy Ann Shumate. He was employed by Keller Electric. Marty was a sports enthusiast. He was very active in High School sports, loved his Maw Maw and PawPaw and going to work with him and loved to play golf.

In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his grandfather; Albert Gwyn Shumate and a brother Justin Lee Eller.

He is survived by his grandmother, Jennie Lee Shumate of Moravian Falls; four aunts, Pauline Johnson and husband Tony, Wanda Shew and husband Danny, Reba Bumgarner and husband Dicky and Nancy Call and husband Kenneth; and two living angels, Justin Stone Bumgarner and Kierstin Leann Bumgarner.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society PO Box 9 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

  Harvey Kilby, 84

Mr. Harvey Alvin Kilby, age 84 of Wilkesboro died Friday, December 13, 2019 at Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care in Lenoir.

A memorial service was December 17,  at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Benesh and Pastor James Todd officiating. Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

Mr. Kilby was born November 6, 1935 in Wilkes County to Alvin William and Agnes Naomi Bauguss Kilby. He achieved the rank of Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force and fought in the Vietnam War. He retired from the Air Force after 22 years of service. He was a 40 year leader with A.A. involvement and was an avid baseball fan.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife; Margie Kilby and one brother; Larry William Kilby.

He is survived by his daughter; Sandra Renee Kilby, his son; David Kilby, his sister; Sandra Smith and husband, Dennis of Lenoir, one niece; Stacy Kilby and one nephew; Justin Smith.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care, 902 Kirkwood Street NW, Lenoir, NC 28645.

  Marlene Burton, 57

Mrs. Marlene Gail Harris Burton, age 57 of North Wilkesboro, widow of Shirley Anthony Burton, died Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Accordious of Wilkes.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Friday, December 20, 2019 at Parks Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Brent Bailey officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 prior to the service at the church.

Mrs. Burton was born October 23, 1962 in Fairfax, VA to Romie and Martha Tyson Harris.  She received an Associates degree in Applied Sciences and Horticulture from Wilkes Community College, was a chef of the Culinary Arts, baker and cake decorator, and had a realtor's and cosmetologist license. She was a packer for moving companies for many years, Bekins and A1 Movers in VA. Mrs. Burton loved gardening and dancing especially to "Fetty Wap" and "Cardi B".  She was a member of Grace Kingdom Ministries and Parks Grove Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and one brother, David Harris.  

She is survived by one daughter; Tonene Carter and husband, Lorenzo of VA , one son; Lonzo Valentine of Wilkesboro, six grandchildren; Persia Harris, Chance Carter, Zymiere Carter, Karleah Valentine, Nova Valentine, Osiris Valentine, four sisters; Patricia Daniels and husband, Donnie, of Wilkesboro, Rhonda Martin and husband, Samuel, of Charlotte, Paula Brown and husband, Neville, of Charlotte, and  Helen Harris of Charlotte, one brother: Carl Harris and wife Valarie, of Virginia and a special friend Sandra Martin of North Wilkesboro.

Pallbearers will be Erick Harris, Anton Harris, Isaiah Edley, Francis Ashford, Taveon Crews and Melvin Ramsuer.

Flowers will be accepted.

 Glen Wingler, 90

Glen "Preacher" Wingler, age 90, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2019 at Wilkes Senior Village Assisted Living. Glen was born October 28, 1929 in Grayson County, Virginia to John Franklin and Alice Cora Shepherd Wingler. Mr. Wingler attended Harmony Baptist Church. He loved to garden and building things with his hands. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Phyllis Kay Lauder Wingler; sisters, Hester Wyatt, Ila Icenhour, Rose Wingler, Ethel Wingler; and brother, Arvil Wingler.

Surviving are step-daughters, Tammy Ellis and spouse David, April Simmons all of Salisbury, Crystal Melton of Rockwell, NC; niece, Wanda Wyatt Bruas and spouse Geir of Marshville, NC; nine step grandchildren; and ten step great grandchildren.

Funeral service was  December 16, at Harmony Baptist Church with Pastor Troy Behrens and Rick Severt officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Harmony Baptist Church, PO Box 960, Millers Creek, NC 28651.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Laura Sheek, 90

Mrs. Laura Catherine Glass Sheek, age 90 of Hillsborough, widow of Nelson Glenn Sheek, died Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at Peek Brookshire Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at Edgewood Baptist Church with Rev. Eddie Tharpe officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 10:00 until 11:00 AM at the church prior to the service.  

Mrs. Sheek was born February 28, 1929 in Wilkes County to C.G. Glass, Sr. and Eva Effie Bumgarner Glass.  She was a member of Pleasant Green United Methodist Church in Hillsborough. She was also a member of the Eastern Star for over 60 years and volunteered at Virginia Beach Hospital for many years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Nelson Glenn Sheek; one sister, Carol Glass Losey; and two brothers, C.G. Glass, Jr. and Jack Glass.

She is survived by her nieces, Beth Losey Stevens, Eva Losey Faison, Kathryn Losey Dempsey, and Pam Glass Shepherd; and her nephews, Geoffrey Losey, John Losey, George Glass, James Glass, Chris Glass, Steve Glass, and David Glass.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 50, Memphis TN 38101-9929 or Humane Society of Wilkes, P.O. Box 306, North Wilkesboro NC 28659.

 Magdalene Johnson, 92

Mrs. Magdalene "Maggie" Higgins Johnson, age 92 of Millers Creek passed away Sunday, December 8, 2019 at her home.

Private services will be held.                    

Mrs. Johnson was born April 11, 1927 in Wilkes County to Clossie Jay and Eura Elizabeth Faw Higgins.  She loved her garden and her children. Her garden was her labor of love and her children were always treated to a feast at her table.  She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband; Silas Johnson, Jr., three sisters; Helen Keys, Carrie Johnson, Esther Benfield and three brothers; Willie, Robert and John Higgins.

She is survived by one daughter; Sharon Greene and husband Archie of North Wilkesboro, two sons; Gary Silas Johnson and wife Sue of Upper Sundusky, OH and Terry Keith Johnson of Boomer, five grandchildren; Mandy Jo, Misty Kay, Nathan, Nathanael and Krysta Lanna Johnson, six great grandchildren; Matthias, Julie, Gabrial, Corbin, LeeAnn and Tansy Johnson, two sisters; Dorothy Stanley and husband Don and Ruth Wiles all of Hays, and one brother; Wayne Higgins and wife Jane of Hays, fur baby; Sarah and special friend and caregiver; Betty Joe Walsh Lovette.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Wilkes, PO Box 306, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.  The family requests no food.

Curtis Sebastian, 79

Mr. Curtis Reid Sebastian, 79, of Hays, passed away on Friday December 6, 2019 at his home.

Curtis was born on December 9, 1939 in Wilkes County to John Sherman Sebastian and Ruth Faw Sebastian.

Curtis retired from Holly Farms after 44 years of service.  Curtis was a hard working man and loved his family.

Curtis is preceded in death by his parents.

Curtis is survived by his wife, Mary Jane Pennington Sebastian of the home; sons, Johnny Perry of Hays, Travis Sebastian of North Wilkesboro; brothers, Lewis Sebastian of North Wilkesboro, John Sebastian of Washington State; sister, Wanda Weaver of McGrady; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

A memorial service was December 14,  at East Gate Baptist Church.  Rev. David Wallace and Rev. Donnie Shumate will be officiating.  

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Mary Sebastian, 891 Brewer Rd Hays, NC 28635 to help with final expenses.  

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

  Linda Lou Cook, 73

Mrs. Linda Lou Cook, 73, of North Wilkesboro, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2019.

Linda was born on August 2, 1946 in Russell, Virginia to Walker Albert Lester and Elizabeth Hess Lester.

Linda is preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Kathy Peirce, Brenda McBride; brothers, Ronnie, Gene, Robert Lester; grandchildren, Aaron Deskins and Skyler Massie.  

Linda is survived by sisters, Peggy Ratliff, Carol Hart; brothers, James, Mike and Billy Lester, all of Virginia; 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

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

Condolences may be sent to:  www.adamsfunerals.com

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

  Robert Hagan Rowland, Jr

Robert Hagan Rowland, Jr., of Wilkesboro passed away Wednesday, December 11, at Forsyth Memorial Hospital following a short but difficult fight with esophageal cancer.  

  Hagan was born on October 18, 1969, in Forsyth County to Robert Hagan Rowland, Sr., and Nada Cleary Rowland (Lawrimore).  He was preceded in death by his father and his step-father James T Lawrimore.  He is survived by his mother of Wilkesboro, his daughter Adrianna Rowland Harrs and husband Jacob of Winston-Salem, sisters Amy Rowland Nichols and husband Greg of Charlotte, Dr. Emily Rowland Roberson and husband Craig of Advance, and Elizabeth Rowland Davis and husband Mack of Boomer, NC, along with five nephews and two nieces.  He is also survived by two special people "adopted" into the family, Donna Dixon of Mocksville who lived with the Rowlands when Hagan was a young child and Stacy Kilby of North Wilkesboro who has become another family member following the death of her parents.

Hagan was a member of Peace Haven Baptist Church in North Wilkesboro and practiced his Christian faith by being one of the most giving and most willing friends to help anyone in need.  His most remembered asset was his smile, always accompanied with a twinkle of mischief in his eyes.

A multi-talented young man, Hagan graduated with an AA in business administration from Wilkes Community College where he was a member of the Student Council, then elected President of the Student Body.  As he traveled throughout the state he obtained additional degrees in construction, construction management, and horticulture, and found his niche in specialty designs for finish work.  He worked with HS Greene Construction while in college where he developed his talents for woodworking.  In 2014 he moved to Kansas to work for Bullseye Construction where he supervised the finishing crew, and created his own specialty woodworking designs for $1 million-plus homes, featured on a series for HGTV.  Woodworking was also a hobby where he could create anything he could imagine, but he also had a passion for fishing, especially with his life-long friend and fishing buddy Reggie Kyle.  

Funeral services were December 14,  at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Tim Pruitt officiating. Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.    

Flowers are being accepted or donations may be made to Samaritan Kitchen of Wilkes, PO Box 1072, Wilkesboro, NC.

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Dec. 19, 2018: Obituaries

Jill McDowell, 66

Mrs. Jill Steed McDowell, age 66 of Millers Creek passed away Sunday, December 16, 2018 at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehab.

           Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Jamie McGuire officiating. Burial will be in Mountainview Memorial Gardens on Old Camp Road in Denton, NC.  .

           Mrs. McDowell was born May 30, 1952 in Denton to Roland Loftin and Erlene Varner Steed. She was a member of Purlear Baptist Church with the Van Ministry kids outreach, loved kids at church and worked at Walmart for 18 years as a Pharmacy Tech and as a self-check host.  

           She was preceded in death by her parents.

           She is survived by one sister; Kitty Gallimore and husband Ralph of Denton, three brothers; David Steed and wife Lois of Myrtle Beach, SC, Ronnie Steed and wife Susan, Eddie Steed all of Denton, two step-daughters; Debra Barnes, Jo B. Ponds both of Salisbury, step-son; James M. Barnes of Salisbury, eight nieces and nephews and her loving fur babies; Thelma and Louise.

           The family would like to express their extreme appreciation to her close friends and caregivers that were by her side during her battle with cancer; Jane, Kenneth and family, Sharyn, Brenda, Mt. Valley Hospice and Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehab.

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

  Betty Staley, 76

Mrs. Betty Jo Byrd Staley, age 76 of North Wilkesboro passed away Saturday, December 15, 2018 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

           Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at Welcome Home Baptist Church with Rev. Lyn Lambert, Rev. Ronnie Gregory, Rev. Richard Whittington and Rev. Robert Duncan officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:30 until 2:30 prior to the service at the church.

           Mrs. Staley was born January 31, 1942 in Wilkes County to Jessie Monroe and Ola Mae Holder Byrd.  She was a member of Welcome Home Baptist Church.

           In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband; Jerry Wendell Staley and one sister; Carolyn Brenda Byrd.

           She is survived by a daughter; Susan Coleman, a son; Randy Staley both of North Wilkesboro, grandson; Jerred Coleman, two sisters; Katherine Comer, Mary Kanupp and husband Ray all of North Wilkesboro, two brothers; Jerry Thomas Byrd of Elkin and Ricky Jesse Byrd and wife Kathy of Millers Creek.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Wake Forest Care at Home Hospice, 126 Executive Drive, Suite 110, Wilkesboro, NC 28697 or Welcome Home Baptist Church Children's Fund, 132 Welcome Home Church Road, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

James Pearson, 86

Mr. James Dewitt "Duck" Pearson, age 86 of Boomer, husband of Jeanette M. Pearson, died Thursday, December 13, 2018 at his home.

           Funeral services were held  December 18, at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel. Burial was in the Pearson Hill Cemetery.  

           Mr. Pearson was born April 5, 1932 in Wilkes County to George Washington and Pansy Holder Pearson.  He was a member of Sharon Walker Baptist Church and was self-employed as a sawmill operator.

           He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Kathy Pearson; two sons, Gary Pearson and Ronnie Pearson; three sisters, Noleen Holder, Pansy Ritch, and Delight Hines; and seven brothers, Joe Pearson, Ron Pearson, Roy Lee Pearson, JC Pearson, Darrell Pearson, Bill Pearson, and Elisha Pearson.

           He is survived by his wife, Jeanette M. Pearson, of the home;  daughter, Jane Bullis and husband, Mills, of Boomer; one daughter-in-law, Jennifer Pearson; eight grandchildren, Audrey Marsh, Bobby Marsh and wife, Tracy, Jeremy Call and fiancé, Mandi, Chad Call, Jamie Pearson and wife, Shelly, Cindy Dimmette and husband, Brian, Renea Spivey and husband, Sammy, and Danielle Pearson; fifteen great-grandchildren, Jacob Pearson and wife, Brittany, Austin Pearson and wife, Kim, Anthony Brown, Megan Marsh and fiancé, Scottie, Ty Marsh, Kase Call, Gavin Call, Kaitlynn Huffman, Gracelyn Call, Adalyn Call, Joda Pearson, Derick Dimmette, Matthew Hendren, Cami Speaks, and Andrew Denny; four sisters, Mae Hartley, Claudette Eller, Ruth Triplette and husband, Gumbo, and Ollie Cardwell; and one brother, Jim Pearson and wife, Tammy.  

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials made to Medi-Home Hospice, 115  Atwood Street, Suite C, Sparta NC 28675 or to the Pearson Hill Cemetery Fund, 602 S. Marley Ford Road, c/o Jeanette Pearson, Boomer NC 28606.

 Thomas   Faw, 92

Thomas Clifford Faw, known to all who loved him as Cliff, joyfully entered eternity on Friday, December 14, 2018 at age 92. He was a lifelong resident of Wilkes County and a member of Calvary Baptist Church for more than sixty-five years, thirty eight of which he served as active deacon. He was a master craftsman at Green Brothers Furniture, retiring after forty years to begin his own upholstery service. Cliff spent a lifetime loving and serving his family, church, and community. His life was a beautiful example of the value of hard work, constancy, integrity, faith, and kindness.

           Cliff was preceded in death by his parents, James and Etta Bare Faw, and siblings Geneva Eller, Virginia Deviney, Pritchard Faw, and Mazella Bumgarner.

           He is survived by his wife of seventy years, Iris Rae Miller Faw; three children, Gail Leger of Wilkesboro, Jerry Faw (Crystel) of Boomer, and Sandi Gambill (Steve) of Mooresville; eight grandchildren,   and six great grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters, Louise Lovingston of Boomer and Vivian Hamby of Ferguson. Cliff will be forever loved by his wife and family including numerous nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

           A graveside service was held  December 16, at Calvary Baptist Church, 1624 Pads Road, Wilkesboro, NC. Memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church or to Wake Forest Care at Home Hospice,126 Executive Drive, Suite 110, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.  Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Marsha   Alexander,  57

Ms. Marsha Elaine Alexander, age 57 passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at her home.

           Funeral services were held  December 16, at First Baptist Church of North Wilkesboro with Rev. John A Speaks officiating.   Burial was in Woodlawn Cemetery.

           Ms. Alexander was born March 4, 1961 in Wilkes County to Marshall Horton and Bettie Denny Alexander.  She earned her Bachelor's Degree from Johnson C. Smith University and her Master's Degree from Appalachian State University. She was employed as a Program Coordinator with TRUE Behavioral Healthcare for high risk youth. Lanie consistently volunteered with various special needs programs including the Special Olympics. She was inducted into the Hall of Fame at Johnson C. Smith University, where she played and coached various sports. Lanie was a member of First Baptist Church of North Wilkesboro Main Street.

           She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister; Deborah Wilson.

           She is survived by a son; Trae Alexander of Charlotte, four sisters; Marion (Susie) Barber and husband Julius of North Wilkesboro, Mary Wilborn of North Wilkesboro, Denise Alexander and husband Tony of North Wilkesboro and Charlotte Carter and husband Calvin of Yadkinville, two brothers Richard Alexander, Jr. and wife Lillian of Washington, DC and Tony Alexander of Anderson SC and a brother in law; Tony Wilson of VA.

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

   Warren Dobbins, 51

Mr. Warren Vance Dobbins departed this life on Monday, December 11, 2018 at the age of 51.

           Funeral services were held  December 17, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Jamie Ferguson and Rev. Terry Hunt officiating.  Burial was in Mtn. Valley Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  

           Mr. Dobbins was born June 19, 1967 in Wilkes County to Barbara Thomas Dobbins Brown and the late Carl Dobbins.  He was a graduate of East Wilkes High School where he played football and participated in track. Warren also attended Wilkes Community College.  He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church where he operated their sound system. Motorcycles, working on cars, art, and assisting other people gave him the most pleasure.  He also loved dogs.

           Rejoicing in his memory is his Mom; Barbara Brown, a sister; Sabrina Dobbins, three nephews; Kevin Dobbins, Phillip Waldrup and Sydne Waldrup, his maternal grandmother; Grace Thomas, numerous aunts, cousins and friends.  

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Pleasant  Hill Baptist Church, 731 Fairplains Road, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

   Leslie Sparks,  53

Leslie Neal Sparks, age 53, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at his home. He was born February 27, 1965 in Iredell County to Earnest Junior and Shirley Ann Holbrook Sparks. Mr. Sparks was preceded in death by his parents; and two sons, Richard Paul Neal Sparks and Scott Hawkins.

           Surviving are his wife, Pamela Sparks, sons, Dakota Barker, Cody Hawkins both of North Wilkesboro, Harvey Wilkins of Boomer, daughters, Starfire Wilkins of Pennsylvania, Angela Sparks of Jonesville, Taneesha Kerhoulas of North Wilkesboro; seventeen grandchildren; brother, Rodney Sparks and wife Denise of North Wilkesboro; niece and care giver, Jamica Sparks and numerous nieces and nephews.

           Memorial service will be private. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Helen Adams, 78

Mrs. Helen "Sue" Higgins Adams, age 78, wife of Fred Adams of Wilkesboro passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson.

           Funeral services were December 14,   at Goshen Baptist Church with Pastor Brian Miller officiating.  Burial was in the church cemetery.  

           Mrs. Adams was born February 14, 1940 in Wilkes County to Richard Billy and Beatrice

Reins Higgins.  She was a member of Goshen Baptist Church.  

           In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister; Margie Higgins Campbell and a brother; Bill Higgins.

           She is survived by one daughter; Wanda Sparks and husband Roger of Traphill, two sons; James Adams and wife Barbara, Kenneth Adams all of Wilkesboro, two grandchildren; Nicholas Adams and wife Cortney, Kayla Greene and four great grandchildren; Mason Adams, Maddie Adams, Lyndsey Greene and Kaleigh Greene.

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

 Mary Cox, 68

Mary Carolyn Cox, 68, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. She was born October 19, 1950 in Ashe County to Jesse Long and Elizabeth Carolyn Halsey Cox. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church, loved her church, gospel music and singing in the choir. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Bobby and Billy Cox; and two sisters, Betty Jean and Barbara Ann Cox.

           Surviving are her son, Tommy Coffey and wife Mary Doris of Millers Creek; two daughters, Susie Adams and husband William "Bo" of Millers Creek and Brenda Stanley and husband Barry of North Wilkesboro; a sister, Judy Roten of West Jefferson; a brother, Johnny Cox and wife Peggy of Todd; two grandchildren, Kevyn Adams and Cheyenne Adams of Millers Creek; and a great grandson, Luke of Millers Creek.

           A celebration of life service was held  December 14,  at Calvary Baptist Church. Rev. Mark Hall and Rev. Russell Sheets officiated. Burial was in the Church Cemetery.   In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church Building Fund, PO  Box 1516, Millers Creek, NC 28651.                   Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Curtis Wingler, 89

Curtis Dent Wingler, age 89, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Monday, December 10, 2018 at Rose Glen Manor. He was born May 16, 1929 in Wilkes County to Morgan and Jane Sheets Wingler. Mr. Wingler was a US Navy Veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Thomas Wingler; daughter, Mary Knight; and sisters, Virginia Jenkins and Georgia Osborne.

           Surviving are several grandchildren and many special friends.

           Graveside service with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142 will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at Mountlawn Memorial Park with Pastor Ronnie Millsaps officiating. Friends and Family can pay respect and view Mr. Wingler from 8:00 until 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday at Miller Funeral Service. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Ida Stone, 89

Ms. Ida Ruth Farrington Stone, 89, of Wilkesboro, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2018 at Curis Rehabilitation of Wilkesboro.

           Ida was born November 26, 1929 in Ashe County to the late John and Verdie Faw Farrington.

           Including her parents, she was preceded in death by: seven brothers and sisters.

           Those left to cherish and honor her memory include: a son, Larry Stone of Wilkesboro; a sister, Bessy Hall of Ashe County; three grandchildren, Joey Stone of Wilkesboro, Matthew Stone of North Wilkesboro, Ashley Ayers of Purlear; two great-children.

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

           In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:  Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes, PO Box 396, Moravian  Falls, NC 28654 to help the family with final expenses.

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

 Eulah  Huffman, 86

Eulah Ray Huffman, age 86, of Purlear, passed away Saturday, December 8, 2018 at her home. She was born March 31, 1932 in Wilkes County to Turner and Elizabeth Cardwell Huffman. Mrs. Huffman was a member of Boiling Springs Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School for many years and was employed as West Wilkes High  School in the cafeteria. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Arvel Huffman; and sisters, Eva Brown, Janette Staley and Beulah Staley.

Surviving are her husband, Allie Laverne Huffman; daughter, Vickie Huffman of Purlear and brother, James Huffman of North Wilkesboro.

           Private family graveside service will be held. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Paul Bowlin,  79

Paul Dean Bowlin, age 79, of Millers Creek, passed away Friday, December 7, 2018 at his home. Mr. Bowlin was born September 25, 1939 in Wilkes County to Alvin and Dollie Roten Bowlin. He was a member of Union Baptist Church and a switch truck driver for Lowe's Distribution. Mr. Bowlin was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Roger Dean Day; and sister, Melba Kay Bowlin.

           Surviving are his wife, Kay Walker Bowlin; son, Michael Keith Bowlin and wife Joan of Millers Creek; daughters, Lisa Diane Sprinkle of North Wilkesboro, Angela Dawn Day and husband Dale of Millers Creek; five grandchildren, Paul Hall, Dylan Hall, Cody Bowlin, Jasmine Day, Montana Day; sisters, Mary Bowlin of Ronda, Virgie Howie of Taylorsville; great grandchildren, Colton Hall, Ellie Hall, Ayda Hollman.

           Funeral service was December 12,  at Union Baptist Church with Rev. Julius Blevins and Rev. Steve Faw officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.              Flowers will be accepted ow memorials may be made to Union Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 420 Colvard Road, Millers  Creek, NC 28651.

           Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

   Priscilla Corliss,76

Priscilla Alice Corliss, age 76, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, December 7, 2018 with her loving family by her side at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC. She was born October 9, 1942 in Laconia, New Hampshire to Raymond and Lillian (Couture) Corliss. Priscilla was retired from Belknap County Nursing Home with 25 plus years, where she received the Humanitarian Award. She was preceded in death by her parents.

           Surviving are her son, Bruce Faw and wife Robin of North Wilkesboro; daughter, Allison Marcotte and husband Corey of Barrington, New Hampshire; grandchildren, Jacob Faw and Isabella Marcotte; siblings, Raymond Corliss, Jr. and significant other, Deb Henry and Richard Henry, Trish Corliss and Kelly Brough all of Laconia, New Hampshire.

A service will be held in the                Spring of 2019 in Laconia, New Hampshire. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mtn. Valley Hospice, 688 North. Bridge Street, Elkin, NC 28621.                        Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

  Oma Osborne, 95

Oma Pauline Osborne, age 95, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, December 6, 2018 at her home. Mrs. Osborne was born March 31, 1923 in Wilkes County to Allen Lawson and Phoebee Eleanor Horne Anderson. Oma was a member of Cricket Baptist Church and enjoyed quilting. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Roy Anderson, A.L. Anderson, Jr.; and sisters, Virginia Williams and Magdaline Welch.

           Surviving are her husband, Eugene Garfield Osborne; son, Allen Osborne of North Wilkesboro; daughter, Rebecca Woods of Mulberry; grandchildren, Elton Osborne, Paula Adams and husband Billy, Dana Wingler and husband Nathaniel, Laura Shepherd and husband Shane, Tara Williams; fourteen great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren.

           Funeral service was December 8,   at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Steve Smith officiating. Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Wake Forest Care at Home Hospice, 126 Executive Drive, Suite 110, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

  Rev. "Bud" Gene Curtis Shepherd, Sr., 90

    Rev. "Bud" Gene Curtis Shepherd, Sr., age 90, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at his home.

    Bud was born April 7, 1928 in Kanawha County, West  Virginia to Clarence and Nora Wingler Shepherd. Rev. Shepherd was ordained as a minster June 9, 1956. He helped establish Mulberry Tabernacle in 1956; he was the pastor and assistant pastor from 1956-1962 and again from 1974-1992. He pastored Buck Mountain Tabernacle, Buck Mountain, Virginia from 1957-1960; pastored Blue Ridge Pentecostal Assembly in 1962 and again from 1993-1996. He then helped establish Blue Ridge Tabernacle in McGrady in 1962 and pastored there from 1962 until 1974. Rev. Shepherd helped establish Harvest Time Ministries and Christian Academy, Inc. in North Wilkesboro in August 1996. He was the assistant Pastor at Harvest Time Ministries from 1997 until the present. Bud was Founder of the International Pentecostal Assembly for the Blue Ridge District in 1969; and overseer from 1969 until 1991. In the community, he was a charter member of Mulberry-Fairplains Fire Department for 21 years; served as Chaplain approximately 18 years and as President for several years. He served on the Board of Directors for Mulberry-Fairplains Water Department for 20 years; served on the Board of Directors for Beulah Heights Bible College in Atlanta, Georgia for 22 years and was owner and operator of Bud's Grocery from 1960 until 1973. Rev. Shepherd was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Ronnie LaPrad; brothers, Thurmond, Bob, Bill and Harley Shepherd; sisters, Nella Byrd and Carrie Taylor.

     Surviving are his wife, Margie Key Shepherd; children, Linda Kay LaPrad and husband Steve of North Wilkesboro, Rev. Gene Curtis Shepherd, Jr. and wife Janice of North Wilkesboro; four grandchildren; four great grandchildren.

    Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Harvest Time Ministries with Rev. Gene Shepherd officiating. Burial will follow in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 6:00 until 8:00 Friday night. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Harvest Time Christian Academy, 400 Winston Street, Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Pallbearers will be Mulberry-Fairplains Fire Department Members.

  Hester Johnson Warren, 90

On December 3, 2018, Hester Johnson Warren, 90, peacefully transitioned to her Heavenly Home. Hester was born November 2, 1928 in Wilkes County to Smith Parks Johnson and Stella Johnson Johnson. She was one of fourteen brothers and sisters.

Hester was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 70 years, Paul Eugene Warren, sisters, Dora Martin, Carolyn Sheets, Emily McHargue, Rebecca Dickenson, Fannie Roope and Mable Holloman and brothers, John Johnson, George Johnson and Harrison Johnson.

She leaves to cherish her memory two daughters, Carol Jean Byers and husband Gary, Wanda Triplett and husband Ronnie, one son, John Parks Warren and wife, Mary, three grandchildren, Kimberly Byers Buchanan and husband Clay, Amanda Blackburn and husband Matthew and Lesley Warren and (Jessica), two great-grandchildren, Sophia Grace Buchanan and William  Harrison Buchanan of Hickory, NC, one brother, Charlie Johnson and wife Sharon of Knoxville, Tennessee, three sisters, Annie Johnson, Ruth McHargue and Lucille Rhoades of North Wilkesboro, many nieces and nephews and a host of friends.

Hester was a beautiful person with a giving heart. She worked in the cafeteria at Fairplains Elementary School and Mulberry Elementary School for forty three years where she was very concerned that every child had a good lunch. She cared for many children in the Fairplains Community and kept the Nursery at Fairplains Baptist Church for fifty plus years earning her the name "Mama Hester". In 1966, Hester was named "Mother of the Year' by Fairplains Baptist Church. In March, 2016, Hester was recognized by the church (along with Reva McLean) with a dinner and plaque for being a longtime member with Outstanding Service to the Church. She joined Fairplains Baptist Church in 1946. She was very faithful and committed. She sang in the choir, served on the Nursery Committee, the Baptism Committee, the Food Committee, the Decorating Committee and Women on Mission and was always there to serve food and snacks to the children as well as adults every year at Bible School.

Hester baked delicious cakes for all events at the church, birthdays, deaths, showers, weddings and any other special occasions. She shared her cakes and homemade bread with many people all over Wilkes County. She was a very talented person, making crafts, baskets, dolls, jewelry, Easter bunnies and vests. She loved her bead class at the Senior Center where she was working on making Chrismons for the family. She squeezed lots of living out of her ninety years here on earth. Hester was loved by all and will be greatly missed.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, December 6, 2018 at Fairplains Baptist Church with Rev. David Dyer and Rev. Glenn Dancy officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:45 prior to the service at the church.  

The family would like to thank Dr. Jon Thompson and his staff, Dr. Evans and staff , the staff of Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Medical Center and Wake Forest Care at Home Hospice.

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

   Hilda Johnson Hodges, age 73

Hilda Johnson Hodges, age 73, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Novant Health Matthews Medical Center. Mrs. Hodges was born October 12, 1945 in Wilkes County to James Howard and Velna Wiles Johnson. She was a member of Christian Home Baptist Church. Mrs. Hodges was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert Delos "Bob" Hodges; and a brother, Bobby Johnson.

  Surviving are her son, Robert Keith Hodges and wife Beth of Indian Trail; grandsons, Joel Stephen Hodges and Keith Evan Hodges; sisters, Joyce Hodges and husband Marvin, North Wilkesboro, Gina Nichols of Purlear, Ruth Faw and husband Steve of Millers Creek, Susie Caldwell and husband Venson of Hays.

Memorial service for Hilda and her husband Robert will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 15, 2018 at Christian Home Baptist Church with Rev. George Crawford and Rev. Chad Hendren officiating. Memorials may be made to Mtn. View Ruritan Club, 5404 Mountain View Road, Hays, NC 28659, to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 9, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 or to Christian Home Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 1522 Christian Home Church Road, Traphill, NC 28685. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

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September, 19, 2018: Obituaries

Robert Reed, 93

Mr. Robert "Bob" John Reed, age 93 of Moravian Falls passed away Saturday, September 15, 2018 at his home.

               Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, September 20, 2018 at Scenic Memorial Gardens in the Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Dave Walker and Rev. Fred Wells Brason II officiating. Entombment will be in Scenic Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.

               Mr. Reed was born April 13, 1925 in Buffalo, NY to Robert A. and Edna K. Reed. He was a World War II Veteran having served in the United States Army. Retired from Ashland Oil Company, Bob was the co-owner of D&B Estates of Western, New York, Courtyard and Antique Center of Clarence, New York. He was a loving husband and father.

               He was preceded in death by his parents.

               He is survived by his wife; Dorothea L. Price Reed, three daughters; Christine L. Reed of Taylorsville, Judith R. Walker and husband Dave of Louisville, KY, Karen R. Brason and husband Fred of Moravian Falls, eleven grandchildren; Matthew Willert, Andrew Willert, Bart Barcelou, Ian Barcelou, Bobbi Bro Walker, Ted Brason, Andrea Pankau, Lindsey Gough, Robert Brason, Barry Walker and Brent Walker, fifteen great grandchildren; Adalynn and Madison Willert, Larkin and Tristan Barcelou, Emma, Andrew, Alex and Hudson Willert, Brayson and Harper Gough, Giovanni, Ja'Lisa and Nyla Pankau and Grace and Griffin Walker.

               In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice, 688 North Bridge Street, Elkin, NC 28621.

 Earl Eller, 72

Mr. Earl Thomas Eller, age 72 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Sunday, September 16, 2018 at his home.

               A Celebration of Life service was held September 18,   in the old gym of North Wilkes High School. The family will receive friends immediately following the service.

               Mr.. Eller was born March 28, 1946 in Wilkes County to Ernest A. and Geneva Faw Eller, who preceded him in death. He and two brothers, Larry and David, grew up on a farm in Millers Creek, N.C. Earl attended Millers Creek Elementary and graduated from West Wilkes High  School in 1964. While at West Wilkes, he was co-captain of the football team his senior year and selected all conference for three years. After graduation, he attended Mars Hill College and played football for two years until an injury sidelined him. He graduated in 1968 and during his junior and senior years, he was the first student director of Mars Hill's intramural programs.

               In 1968, Eller began teaching Biology, Health, and Physical Education at North Wilkes High School where he also started his coaching career, becoming the first head football coach. Earl inherited a tradition of winning because the Vikings were widely known for their basketball success, having won a state title. In his first two years, the football team played a junior varsity schedule with afternoon games on the baseball field. The Vikings played their first varsity home game in their new football stadium in 1970. In 1972, their third year of varsity competition, North Wilkes won its first conference championship. Coach Eller coached the football program for 13 years, participated in state playoffs for four years, and served as athletic director for 32 years.

               Coach Eller worked tirelessly to upgrade facilities and establish programs for young men and women, and because of his dedication, the field house at North Wilkes High School is named in his honor. During Eller's tenure, North Wilkes athletics grew from two sports to 32 teams when he retired. Coach Eller started the weight program for all athletes and helped coordinate Athletic Booster Club projects that included: adding bleachers in the gym, baseball field, and football field; press boxes at both fields; handicap viewing area; and a concession building for football. During Eller's career, a football facility was constructed along with a running track, tennis courts, and women's softball field. Coach Eller's vision along with county and community support made this possible.

               Eller was active in the North Wilkes community, Wilkes County, and across the state. He is a charter member of the Mountain View Ruritan Club, served on the Wilkes Community College Board of Trustees, and volunteers as a lunch buddy for Communities In Schools. Eller's entire life has been one in constant motion of helping, encouraging, teaching, and sacrificing time and resources to better the lives of others. Earl loved traveling and spending time with his daughter, Kristy and her husband Mitch, and three grandchildren, Gavin, and twin granddaughters Piper and Ellery.

               Mr. Eller is survived by a daughter; Kristy Jane Eller Tyndall and husband Mitch of Clayton, a grandson; Gavin Tyndall and two granddaughters; Piper and Ellery all of Clayton, two brothers; Larry Eller and wife Helen of Millers Creek and David Eller of Millers Creek.

In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that memorials be made to North Wilkes High School Athletics, 2986 Traphill Road, Hays, NC 28635.

Grace Williams, 93

Mrs. Grace Jaunita Williams, 93 of Glade Valley, passed away on Sunday, September 16, 2018 at her residence.

 Grace was born on October 23, 1924 in Beckley, West Virginia to Robert Alexander Pierce and Stella Elizabeth Crouse Pierce.

               Grace is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert McKinley Williams; son, Robert Harrold Williams; brothers, Jack Pierce, Bobby Dean Pierce; sisters, Lucy Sheets and Susie Woodel.

               Grace is survived by her sons, Roger Williams (Pauline), Richard" Bud" Williams (Linda) all of Glade Valley; brothers, John Robert Pierce of Traphill, Curley James Pierce (Sara) of Wilkesboro, Dale Pierce (Brenda) of Roaring River; sister in law, Margie Pierce; 8 grandchildren, 16 great grand children, and 12 great great grand children.  

               The funeral service will be held at 1p.m. Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at Woodruff Primitive Baptist Church.

Elder Eddie Lyles and Elder Shultz Pratt will be officiating.

               Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

               The Family will receive both friends and food at Grace's residence.

               In addition to flowers memorial donations may be given in memory of Grace to Woodruff Primitive Baptist Church c/o Roger Williams 236 Shawtown Rd Glade Valley, NC 28627.

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

Wade Bumgarner, 73

 Mr. Wade Bumgarner, age 73, husband of Diane Church Bumgarner of Wilkesboro passed away Thursday, September 13, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

               Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, September 22, 2018 at Pilgrim Baptist Church with Pastor Derek Kilby, Rev. Dennis Love and Rev. Rex Eldreth officiating.  Burial will be in Pilgrim Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:30 PM prior to the service at the church.

               Wade graduated from West Wilkes High School in 1963 where he played basketball, baseball and football and later attended Wilkes Community  College. He worked as a serviceman at Holly Farms, was self-employed with Supreme Guttering and Siding, and then became an agent with NC Farm Bureau where he retired from in 2009.  He also made several mission trips to New York. He worked with Pilgrim Outreach in the food pantry, delivering food and counseling people spiritually. Wade was an avid outdoorsman.  He loved hunting and fishing, especially with his grandchildren. Wade was a devoted man of God, and a loving husband, dad, papa, brother and friend. He never met a stranger and he wouldn't let anything stand in the way of being there for anyone in need.  Doing the Lord's work and being there for his family were his priorities in his life.

               We turn to God's Word to sum up the life of this wonderful man, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant" - Matthew 25:21  

               Mr. Bumgarner was born December 1, 1944 in Wilkes County to Paul M. and Ruby Dancy Bumgarner.  He was a deacon and a choir member of Pilgrim Baptist Church.

               He was preceded in death by his parents.

               He is survived by his wife; Diane Church Bumgarner of the home, one daughter; Kimberly Bumgarner Church of Wilkesboro, one son; Jeff Bumgarner and wife; Laura of Millers Creek, three grandchildren; Christopher Glenn Church, McKayla Bumgarner Faw and husband Jordan, Grayson Walker Bumgarner, two brothers; Charles Bumgarner and wife Toni Jo and Fred Bumgarner and wife Peggy all of Wilkesboro.

               Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Pilgrim Baptist Church Building Fund, PO Box 1517, Millers Creek, NC  28651.

 Dorothy Moore, 80

Dorothy Geraldine Moore, age 80, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at her home. She was born December 23, 1937 in Wilkes County to Roy M. and Laura Johnson Moore. Dorothy enjoyed quilting, gardening and loved her dog Spike. Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Randly William "Box" Moore; brother, Harless Moore; and son-in-law, Walter Shephard.

Surviving are her children, Debbie Shephard, Bebbie Barr and husband Jack, Tabbie Curry, Libbie McNeil and husband Charlie; grandchildren, Bradley Curry, Matt Curry, Jenny Barr, Amy Church, Christy Johnson; and great grandchildren, Lakyn Curry, Lanie Curry, Trenton Church, Courtney Church, Charlie Johnson, Chance Johnson, Jordon Huffman and James Jones; sisters, Margie Weber, Gladys Call; and special friends, Clyde Watt, Cleo Rakes and Vea Brown.

               Funeral service were held   September 15,  at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. David Wellborn officiating. Burial followed in Scenic Memorial Gardens.  

               Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice, 688 North Bridge Street, Elkin, NC 28621.

               Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.                 Pallbearers were  Brad Curry, Matt Curry, Brian Ellis, Scotty Johnson, Drew Church and Zackery Anderson. Honorary pallbearer will be Tyler Anderson.

 Daniel Ledford, 22

Mr. Daniel Ray Ledford, age 44 husband of Connie Broyhill Ledford of Boomer passed away Sunday, September 9, 2018 at his home.          

               Memorial services was held   September 12,   at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Pastor Joey Moore and Rev. Michael Church officiating.

               Mr. Ledford was born on June 30, 1974 in Mitchell County to Patsy Reavis.  He was self-employed as in computer repair and website management and attended  Pleasant Home Baptist Church in Millers Creek and Crossfire United Methodist Church.  He was a loving son, husband and father. He was a reborn Christian, a strong believer in his salvation from his Heavenly Father.

               He is survived by his wife; Connie Broyhill Ledford of the home, one daughter; Sierra Danielle Black of Iron Station, step-son; Jesse Lee Blevins of the home and his mother; Patsy Reavis of Wilkesboro.  He was preceded in death by his stepfather and mentor; Danny Reavis.

               In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Wilkes Developmental Day School, PO Box  545, Wilkesboro, NC 28697 or Millers Creek Elementary School Art Department, 4320 N. NC Hwy. 16, Millers Creek, NC  28651.

  Sue  Miller, 81

Sue Hall Miller, age 81, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2018 at Watauga Medical Center. Mrs. Miller was born June 20, 1937 in Wilkes County to Clarence Edward and Gypsy Verna Shumate Hall. She was a member of Baptist Home Baptist Church and was secretary and co-owner of ABC Radio and Television Service. Her hobbies and interest included family, baking, photography, flower gardening, fashion and travel. Sue was preceded in death by her parents; and sisters, Marie Hall Karriker, Catherine Hall Lovette and Wanda Hall Adams.

               Surviving are her husband, Richard Warren Miller; daughter, Sandy Hayes and husband Tony of Boone; sisters, Lucille Hall Johnson of McGrady, Hazel Hall Brown and husband Alvin of Moravian Falls, Vecie Hall Shoemaker and husband Bob of North Wilkesboro; brother, Ronnie Stone and wife Bonnie of McGrady; grandchildren, Josh Hayes of Boone, Casey Hayes Vincent and husband Matt of Boone; great grandchildren, Adeline Sue Hayes of Maryville, Tennessee, Dean Jackson Vincent of Boone.

               Funeral service was held September 13,  at Baptist Home Baptist Church with Pastor David Jones and George Wells officiating. Burial   followed in the Church Cemetery.

                Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Baptist Home Baptist Church, 2367 Sparta Road, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.  Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

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May 23, 2018: Obituaries

Jerry Wagoner, 74

Rev. Jerry Dean Wagoner, 74, of Wilkesboro passed away Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center.  He was born April 6, 1944 in Wilkes County the son of Wedford James and Beulah Morgan Wagoner.

               Jerry was the husband of Marjorie (Brenda) Wagoner for 54 years and the father of Vicky Birdwell (Wil) of Hamptonville, Lynn Wagoner of Wilkesboro, Dwight Wagoner (Donna) of North Wilkesboro, and Beth Rivers (Van) of North Wilkesboro.  He was the grandfather of Stephanie Birdwell, Kayla Birdwell, Ethan Rivers, Evan Rivers, David Wagoner and Crystal Wagoner. He was the great-grandfather of Tyler Birdwell and Dallas Sigmon.

               Jerry was the pastor of The Shepherd's Lighthouse Church in North Wilkesboro. Before his retirement he owned and operated an automotive repair business, Jerry's Garage.  He was an avid car enthusiast and spent much of his time restoring antique cars. He and his wife, Brenda, enjoyed the company of good friends and family and often had visitors at their home.

               In addition to his wife and children, Jerry is survived by three brothers, Gary Wagoner, Gene Wagoner, and Dennis Wagoner; and three sisters, Geneva Eller, Sallie Basham and Alethia Cleary; and numerous nieces and nephews.

               Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with the Rev. Tommy Conley officiating. Burial will be at Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

               Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions may be made to The Shepherd's Lighthouse, c/o Danny Mastin, 753 Old Hwy 60, Wilkesboro NC 28697.  

Steve Michael,  60

Mr. Steve Alton Michael, age 60 of North Wilkesboro, died Saturday, May 19, 2018 at his home.

               Memorial services will be held at a later date.

               Mr. Michael was born July 22, 1957 in Hartford, Maryland to Alton Glen and Margie Ruth Huffman Michael. ��He had retired as a mechanic for the NC Department of Transportation. He loved to hunt, fish and bowl.

               He was preceded in death by his father, Alton Glen Michael, and one brother, Barry Glen Michael.

               He is survived by his wife, Sherry Paulette Jarvis Michael, of the home; his mother, Margie Ruth Huffman Michael, of Purlear; one brother, Brian Scott Michael and wife, Donna, of Oak Island, NC; and one sister-in-law, Debra Foster Michael of Purlear.

               In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wilkes Humane Society, P.O. Box 306, North Wilkesboro NC 28659, or the donor's choice.  

 Penny  Anderson, 53

Mrs. Penny Gaye Anderson, 53, of North Wilkesboro, passed away on Thursday May 17, 2018.

               Penny was born on May 21, 1964 in Wilkes County to Flake Rockwell Weber and Margie Ann Moore Weber.

               Penny is preceded in death by her father, Flake Rockwell Weber.

               Penny is survived by her mother, Margie Ann Moore Weber; husband of 34 years Robert David Anderson; two sons, Tyler Flake Anderson of North Wilkesboro, Zachary David Anderson ( Anne) of Boomer; sisters, Vickie Mikeal (Kenneth) of Wilkesboro, Laura Weber of North Wilkesboro, two step grandchildren, two nieces, Tiffany Clonch, Crystal Graybeal, three great nephews and one great niece.

               The memorial service was held   May 20,   at the Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes Chapel in Moravian Falls.

               Pastors Donnie Shumate and Pastor Jason Bumgarner officiated.

               In addition to flowers memorial donations may be given to Muscular Dystrophy Association: 222 S. Riverside Plaza Suite 1500 Chicago, IL 60606

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

 Dorothy Willard, 85

Mrs. Dorothy Sue Bumgarner Willard, age 85 of Millers Creek passed away, Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winton-Salem with her family by her side.

               A memorial service will be held at a later date.

               Mrs. Willard was born October 22, 1932 in Gastonia to John Fred and Bernice Willard Bumgarner.

               In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband; Benjamin Franklin Willard, a daughter; Linda Lee and two sons; Alan Willard and James Goudes and a sister; Rena Smith.

               She is survived by two sons; David Willard and wife Libby, Steven Willard and two granddaughters; Courtney Love and Laragh Mooney.

 Harry Poff, 87

Harry A. (Hank) Poff, age 87, of Wilkesboro, passed away on his 54th Wedding Anniversary, Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at his home. He was born July 13, 1930 in Warren, Ohio to Harry Andrew and Sarah Becker Poff. Mr. Poff graduated from Texas A&M University. He was a US Air Force Veteran and employed with Red River Army Depot as OSHA Safety Inspector. Mr. Poff was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, David Poff, Dale Poff, Gerald Poff; and two sisters, Evelyn Hayford and Rutheda Poff.

               Surviving are his wife, Janice Grimes Poff; his children, Wayne Poff and wife Laura of Morganton, Lori Kellogg and husband Stephen of Wilmington, Delaware, Andrew Poff and wife JacquaLynn of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Erica Poff, Sean Henry, Lee Anna Thompson, Miranda Henry, Destinee Myers, Anna Lisa Myers and David Kellogg; numerous nieces and nephews.

               Memorial service with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142 was held  May 19,  at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Lowell White officiating. Burial was in the Salisbury VA Cemetery at a later date.                                Memorials may be made to Wake Forest Baptist Health Hospice, 126 Executive Drive, Suite 110, Wilkesboro, NC 28697 or to the N.C. DAV Chapter, 315 DAV Road, Hays, NC 28635.                            Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Daeson Harmon

Daeson Breck Harmon of Wilkesboro went home to be with our Lord and Savior  Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Brenner's Children's Hospital in Winston-Salem.

               Memorial service was held  May 20,   at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Prayer Chapel with Pastor Kevin Brown officiating.  

               Daeson was born April 19, 2018 in Forsyth County to Bradley P. Harmon and Crystal Paige Beckwith.  

               He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents; Laura Johnson, Peter Harmon and maternal grandmother; Pat Beckwith.

               He is survived by his parents; Bradley P. Harmon and Crystal Paige Beckwith, a brother; Tyler Harmon and a sister; Lora Harmon, maternal grandfather; Jim Beckwith and wife Sherry, great grandmother; Helen Veach, great aunt; Sandy Veach, uncle Brennis Tribble and wife Natalie, cousin, Jaxson Tribble, aunt; Angela Epps and husband Billy, great uncle; Tony Veach.

               In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Brenner's Children's Hospital, Medical Center Blvd., Winston-Salem, NC  27157.

Arnold Miller, 75

Arnold William Miller, age 75, of Millers Creek, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018 at his home. He was born November 18, 1942 in Wilkes County to John Rever and Ethel Huffman Miller. Mr. Miller was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Millers Creek and also served as Usher. He loved hunting, fishing and the outdoors. Mr. Miller was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers, Arvil Miller, Clinton Miller, Andrew Miller, Jim Miller, Worth Miller, Paul Miller; and sister, Sara Jane Parlier.

               Surviving are his wife, Janie Miller; daughter, Lisa Duncan and husband Robert of Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Kyler Duncan and Ashley Duncan; brother, Ray Miller of Glendale Springs; sister, Grace Nye of Millers Creek; several nieces and nephews.

               Funeral service was held  May 16,   at Oak Grove Baptist Church in Millers Creek with Rev. Keith Lyon and Rev. Brian Miller officiating. Burial   followed in the Church Cemetery.  

               Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to a charity or church of the donor's choice. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Linda Longbottom,  75

Linda Mae Longbottom, age 75, of North Wilkesboro, passed away, Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. She was born August 12, 1942 in Wilkes County to Pauline Reavis. Linda was a member of Rose of Sharon Baptist Church. Mrs. Longbottom was preceded in death by her mother; her husband, Donald Foyle Longbottom; daughter, Melissa Dawn Longbottom.

               Surviving are her sons, Tracy Longbottom and wife Dawn of Hays, Marty Longbottom and wife Gail of Wilmington; grandchildren, Seth Longbottom, Ben Longbottom, Lauren Longbottom.

               Graveside services were  May 14,   at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Steve Shumate officiating.                                 Memorials may be made to Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, 433 Huie Road, Hays, NC 28635.                         Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  

 Sandra Parks, 53

Sandra Gilreath Parks at the age of 53 was quietly called to her eternal home on Friday, May 11, 2018."

               Sandra Gilreath Parks (Sandy) was born February 27, 1965 in Wilkes County to John and Lucy Gilreath.

               Sandy met and married her high school sweetheart Leonard Everette Parks, and to their union they had one son "Seth Everette Parks" who was the apple of her eye.  During Leonard's and Sandy's 30 years of marriage, the family relocated many times for Leonard's career and they settled in Statesville, N.C. where Sandy began her career at Energy United.

               Sandy was preceded in death by her mother, Lucy Yvonne McCurdy Gilreath.

               She leaves to cherish her memory: husband Leonard Everette Parks of the home, son Seth Everette Parks of the home, father John David Gilreath of Wilkesboro, NC. sisters: Stacey Barnes (Shawn) of Lenior, NC., Nancy Gilreath of Wilkesboro, NC. In-Laws: Linda Mayes (Howard) of Taylorsville, NC., Joyce Parks of N. Wilkesboro, NC, Lawson Parks (Patsy), Cregg Parks (Joann) of Moravian Falls, NC, Terry Jones (Garland) of Clemmons, NC, Crystal Dobbins of Wilkesboro, NC. , Elizabeth Parks of Wilkesboro, NC, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

               Funeral services were  May 15, at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. John A. Speaks and Pastor Burrel Brooks officiating. Burial was in Scenic Memorial Gardens.           In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gordon Hospice House 2341 Simontons Road, Statesville, NC 28625 or ALS Foundation 4 N Blunt Street Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27601.

               The Parks Family would like to acknowledge the kindness and love shown to Sandy by Cassandra Cook-Caregiver, St. John Baptist Church, Energy United, Case Farms, Renee Bailey, Stacey Scherer, Kim Oglietti, Paula Miller, Debbie Stewart and Mary Cotton.

 Nancy  Lathan, 68

               Mrs. Nancy May Lathan, age 68 of Moravian Falls, passed away Thursday, May 10, 2018 at her

home.

               Nancy was born May 4, 1950 in Durham, NC to William and Pauline Farrell May. She attended Jordan

High School in Durham, NC and later received her Business and Advertising degree from Bauder College in Atlanta, GA.

               Nancy's flair and display skills led to her career as an Advertising and Window Designer for Belk.

               Department stores in the 1970's in the most coveted Crabtree Mall location. Nancy's natural beauty and  graceful poise attracted Joes attention early on and in 1976 began their married life together, moving to

Monroe, NC. Nancy's creativity took her onward in her mobile career, opening Belk's flagship locations

in Myrtle Beach and SouthPark of Charlotte. Her love of color and appreciation of art and artists led to  the opening of "Design Space" in Davidson, NC prior to her eventual retirement.

               Nancy and Joe divided their time between their homes on Lake Norman, Boone and Moravian Falls NC, where she could easily observe plentiful wildlife just outside her windows. She appreciated the peaceful

opportunities to walk in nature and bask in the views.

               Nancy will be missed by all who knew and loved her; for her keen observations of nature, her bright  smile and the twinkle in her eyes.

               She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister; Debbie Catlett.

               Nancy is survived by her loving husband; Joe of the home, a stepdaughter; JoAnn Austin and husband Tim of Troutman, a granddaughter; Mackenzie Austin of Troutman and two brothers; Bob May and Bill May of Durham.

               A celebration of her life was held  May 16,  at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with  Rev. Eddie Tharpe officiating.   Entombment was in Scenic Memorial Gardens.                                                 Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Wake Forest Baptist Health, Department of Neurology-ALS Center Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157

Bertha Hamby, 76

Bertha (Pauline) Hamby, age 76, of Ferguson, passed away Friday, May 11, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Mrs. Hamby was born April 18, 1942 in Ashe County to William and Maggie Miller Dillard. She attended Full Gospel Tabernacle. Pauline loved going to flea markets and loved being with her grandbabies. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Frank Dillard, Albert Dillard and Delmar Dillard.

Surviving are her husband, Wayne Hamby; sons, Scott Hamby and wife Kimberly of Ferguson, Robert Ferguson and wife Sherry of Happy Valley; grandchildren, Randell Ferguson and Jacob Ferguson both of Happy Valley, Cadence Hamby and Breece Hamby both of Ferguson; brothers, Richard Miller of Millers Creek, Mike Cockerham and wife Dana of Ferguson; and sisters, Faye Woodie of Ronda, Margie Coffey of Lenoir.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Ferguson with Rev. Alan Miller officiating. The body will be placed in the church at 1:30. Burial will follow in Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 6:00 until 8:00 Monday night. Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

   Melissa Wagner Stewart, age 52, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2018. She was born April 23, 1966 in Wilkes County to Earl Dalton and Betty Palmer Wagner. She loved children, singing, music, loved animals and flowers. Melissa was a very loving person and had unconditional love for everyone. Mrs. Stewart was preceded in death by her father; her husband, James Allen Stewart; and a brother, Edwin Dexter Wagner.

  Surviving are her daughter, Jessica Walls and husband Mack, Jr. of South Haven, Mississippi; grandchildren, Julius Walls, Jalin Walls, Makayla Walls; step sons, Ben Stewart of New York, Jay Stewart and Josh Stewart both of Kentucky; mother, Betty Palmer Wagner of North Wilkesboro; brothers, Eddie Wagner of Hays, Donnie Wagner and wife Louann of Rural Hall, Jarvis Wagner of North Wilkesboro, David Wagner and wife Darlene of Hays, Greg Wagner of Wilkesboro; sisters, Sherry Beckwith and husband Jim of Wilkesboro, Pamela Call and husband Steven of North Wilkesboro; twelve nieces and six nephews.

  Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Pastor H. Cowles Bristol officiating. Burial will follow in Temple Hill Memorial Park in Castlewood, Virginia. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 9:00 until 10:00 on Tuesday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

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April 4, 2018:

William Prevette, 81

William Royal Prevette, age 81, of Roaring River, passed away Saturday, March 31, 2018 at his residence. Mr. Prevette was born on August 8, 1936 in Wilkes County, NC to Sanford and Flora Waddell Prevette. His is preceded in death by his parents and first wife; Betty Sparks Prevette.

Mr. Prevette is survived by his wife; Joann Pardue Weatherman of Roaring River. Two daughters; Leisa Dzeskewicz and husband Allen, of Roaring River and Ann Staley and husband Alvin, of Roaring River. Grandchildren; Melissa Ann Vickers and husband, Michael of Roaring River, Steven Staley of Roaring River, Kristen Gregory and husband, Todd Saxon, of Hamptonville, NC, Callie Dzeskewicz and husband Chuck Culley, of Roaring River. Great-grandchildren; Khloe Staley, Brantley Saxon, and Cason Culley. Step-Daughter; Tammy Weatherman. Step-son; Stanley Weatherman. One sister; Dorothy Staley and husband Wayne. Also surviving are several special nieces and nephews.

       Funeral services were held  April 3,   at Brier Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Younce and Rev. Willie Pardue officiating. Burial   followed in the church cemetery.  

       Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice, 688 North Bridge St., Elkin, NC 28621 or Brier Creek Baptist Church, 10869 Old Hwy 60, Roaring River, NC 28669.

Lexie Holbrook, 110

Mrs. Lexie Ella Settle Holbrook, age 110 of Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, March 30, 2018 at Wilkes Sr. Village.

       Funeral services were held  April 3,   at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Jeff Collins officiating. Burial will be in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 11:30 until 12:30 prior to the service at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

       Mrs. Holbrook was born November 22, 1907 in Wilkes County to Enos Watson and Ella Elvira Tharpe Settle. She was retired from Pete's Market and was a member of Hinshaw Street Baptist Church.

       She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; William Paul Holbrook, a son; Larry Paul Holbrook, three sisters; Viola Pardew, Gladys Durham, Nell Heidel and three brothers; Claude Settle, Cletus Settle, Virgil Settle.

       Mrs. Holbrook is survived by a son; Kenneth Holbrook and wife; Georgia of Wilkesboro, four grandsons; Scott  Holbrook and wife, Jill, Todd Hobrook and wife, Dana, Michael Holbrook and wife, Lourdes and Rebecca Taylor and husband, Ricky, seven great grandchildren; Matthew Holbrook , Kenzie Holbrook, Lara Holbrook, Nicole Wendorf, Matt Malone , Zack Blevins and Benjamin Holbrook  and two great great grandchildren.

       In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hinshaw Street Baptist Church PO Box 396, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Terry  Eller, 57

Mr. Terry Randall Eller, age 57 of Purlear, passed away Friday, March 30, 2018 at his home.

       Funeral services were held  April 2, at Pilgrim Baptist Church with Rev. Derek Kilby, Pastor Joey Moore and Rev. Mitchell Johnston officiating. Entombment was in Scenic Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.

       Mr. Eller was born March 31, 1960 in Wilkes County to Homer Lee Eller and Nena Huffman Eller Hoots. He was the Owner/Founder of Carolina Comfort HVAC. Mr. Eller was a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church.

       He was preceded in death by his mother and nephew; Justin Eller.

       Mr. Eller is survived by his wife; Cynthia Randall Eller of the home, a daughter; Randi Shea Eller and Randy Beard of Alexander County, three sons; Nolan Randall Eller and wife, Stephanie, Jesse Matthew Eller and Rhett Evan Eller and wife, Jessica all of Wilkesboro, his father; Homer Lee Eller  and wife, Patsy of Purlear,  seven grandchildren; Lauren, Layla, Aidan, Nora, Sophia, Drew and Sydney, a great grandchild; Braxtin, two sisters; Nancy Graybeal and husband, Ken and Leigh Combs and husband, Chuck all of Wilkesboro and a brother; Jeff Eller and Pauline Taylor of Purlear.

       Pallbearers were  Doug Eller, Brandon Huffman, Tony Eller, James Eller, Ricky Faw, Danny Goulds and Rodney Eller. Honorary Pallbearer will be Randy Bishop.

       Memorials may be made to Esophageal Cancer Action Network PO Box 243 Stevenson, MD 21153 www.ecan.org or Pilgrim Baptist Church PO Box 1517 Millers Creek, NC 28651.

Mattie  Cleary, 88

Mrs. Mattie Nell Ferguson Cleary, age 88 of North Wilkesboro, wife of Minter Cleary, died Good Friday, March 30, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Health Wilkes Medical Center.

       Funeral services were held   April 3, at Hinshaw Street Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Collins and Rev. Jim Gore officiating. Burial was in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

       Mrs. Cleary was born December 10, 1929 in Wilkes County to Jim and Nellie Walsh Ferguson.  She was a member of Hinshaw Street Baptist Church for over 66 years.

       Mattie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who always put her family first. She worked as a switchboard operator at Central Telephone during the 1960s, and in later years, she was a beloved sales lady at Designer Showcase.  She was known for her world famous homemade fried apple pies every year at the Brushy Mountain Apple Festival.  She looked forward to the Cleary family beach trip in North Myrtle Beach every summer where she kept everyone entertained and Pa-Paw on his toes.  Mattie always had a loving smile for everyone she met, and she will be missed by so many.

       She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Jule Jones and Reba Hamby; and one brother, Ravon Ferguson.  

       She is survived by her husband, Minter Cleary, of the home; her daughter, Denise Davenport and husband, Greg, of North Wilkesboro; her son, Terry Cleary of Wilkesboro; three grandchildren, Winston Davenport and wife, Ashley, of Asheville, Trent Cleary and Ellen Cleary, both of Raleigh; one sister, Inez Miller and husband, Dr. Bayne Miller, of Mocksville; and two sisters-in-law, Grace Taylor and Dorene Pendry of Rural Hall.  

       The family requests no food, and in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Hinshaw Street Baptist Church, P.O. Box 396, North Wilkesboro NC 28659 or Wilkes Central High School Athletic Booster Club, 1179 Moravian Falls Road, Wilkesboro NC 28697.

 John Brown, 79

Rev. John Wayne Brown, age 79, of Wilkesboro, died Thursday, March 29, 2018 at Avante at Wilkesboro. He was born April 10, 1938 in Wilkes County to Wilson Monroe and Della Wagoner Brown. Rev. Brown was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Nancy J. Brown; son, Richard Brown; brother, Buster Brown; and sister, Shirley Royal.

Surviving are his daughters, Zelda Wagoner and husband Billy of Millers Creek, Brenda Wagoner and husband Marvin of North Wilkesboro; sons, Michael Brown and wife Peggy of McGrady, Ricky Brown, Dickie Brown and wife Bonnie all of North Wilkesboro; sisters, Margie Brown of Hays, Jeanette Wagoner of North Wilkesboro; half-sister, Irene Bare of Wilkes County; thirteen grandchildren; twenty six great grandchildren; eight great great grandchildren; and eight step grandchildren.

       Funeral service was held   April 1, at Miller Funeral Chapel with Brother Curtis Peak officiating. Burial   follow ed in Pine View Baptist Church Cemetery.  Flowers will be accepted. Memorials may be made to the Family or to Wake Forest Baptist Health Hospice, 126 Executive Blvd. Suite 110, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.  Pallbearers were Scott Wagoner, David Wagoner, Mickey Wagoner, Jeremiah Wagoner, Joe Wagoner, Sammy Brown, Ritchie Brown and Anthony Brown.

  Gary Norman, 74

Mr. Gary Norman, 74, passed away Thursday, March 29, 2018. Mr. Norman was born March 23, 1944 in Surry County to Lawrence and Viola Norman.

       Gary retired from Wayne's farms and attended State Road Pentecostal Holiness Church.

       In addition to his parents Mr. Norman was preceded in death by a daughter, Melissa Faye Norman and three brothers, Bobby, Larry, and Ray Edward Norman.

       Survivors include: his wife Faye Norman of the home; son, Gary Dion Norman and wife Christie Dean of Elkin; daughters, Kimberly Whitaker and husband Brandon of Elkin, and Yolanda Kiser and husband Danny of Lexington, N.C.; a sister, Deborah Kizziah of Bessemer, Alabama; grandchildren, Zan Parks, Kayla Parks, Amber Parks, Chandler Whitaker and Brittany Whitaker; great grandchildren, Gabe Parks, and Cayden Parks.

       A graveside service was held  April 2,   at  at Forbush Friends Cemetery in East Bend with Rev. Gary Tatum officiating.

 Cecil Clark, 80

SFC E7 Cecil Edward Clark, USA Retired, age 80 of Purlear passed away peacefully Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

       Funeral services will be held in Richmond, Indiana at a later date.

       Mr. Clark was born July 19, 1937 in Richmond, Indiana to Arthur and Ruby Clark. He was retired from Modern Globe. Mr. Clark enlisted in the US Army at the age of 17 and retired in September 1974. He was a Veteran of the United States Army having served for 20 years and 20 days. He served in Vietnam,   Germany, France, and USA. While in Vietnam, he was an MP.  

       He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters; Louise Newton and Clara Baker, a brother; JW Clark and a great grandson; Nicholas Warren.

       Mr. Clark is survived by his wife; Connie M. Clark, seven children; MSGT Ken Clark USAF Ret. and wife, Heidi of Surprise AZ, Curt Clark and wife, Trina of Lexington KY, Christopher Clark of South Bend, IN, Renee' Clark-Ayers and husband, Ricky of Carnesville, GA, Diane Clark of Richmond, IN, Ralph Bane and wife, Wendy of Richmond, IN and Rejeana Bane Ellis of Winston Salem, NC, a sister; Shirley Turner of Richmond, IN,  seventeen grandchildren, thirty great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and beloved German Shepherds.  

 James Hampton, 72

James (Larry) Hampton, age 72, of Roaring River, born in Surry County to the late Cornelius Hampton and Willie Ann Hampton on September 14, 1945. Larry was called to his heavenly home on March 28, 2018 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. He was a member of Mt. Valley Missionary Baptist Church. Larry worked at McKnight's and Sons Pallet Company for 30 years. He also worked at Tyson Foods for 5 years. He was a caring and loving brother, father, grandfather and friend. Mr. Hampton enjoyed fishing, playing horseshoes, hunting, watching wrestling, racing, gardening and taking daily walks. During his illness he never complained. He was always laughing, talking junk and making people smile. Larry was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, William Parker, McNeil Hampton; and sister, Mary Lou Redman.

       Larry leaves to cherish his memories, his wife of 52 years, Mary Lou Hampton; three daughters, Marilyn Hampton, Annette Tillery and Christina Hampton all of Mocksville; sisters, Sylvia (Filemon) Hernandez of Roaring River, Virginia(Timmy) Wilborn of Roaring River, Sally Scales of Jonesville, Luthedia Jones of North Wilkesboro; brothers, Worth (Angela) Hampton of North Wilkesboro, Ronnie Hampton and Thomas Hampton of Roaring River both of Roaring River; five grandchildren, Lakisha (Nia) Hampton, Justin Tillery, Jaleesa West, Kabrion Hauser, Latrinda Tillery all of Mocksville; great grandchildren, Jamari Tillery, Shaira Tillery, Brooklyn Tillery all of Mocksville; a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends; and special friend, Martha Key.

       Funeral service were held  March 31, at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Casey Walker, Deacon James Gentry and Rev. Calvin Bryant officiating. Burial   followed in Mt. Valley Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.   Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

 Johnny  Sharpe, 74

Mr. Johnny Marshall Sharpe, 74, of Wilkesboro, passed away on Wednesday, March 28, 2018.

       Johnny was born on March 1, 1944 in Wilkes County to Tolar James Sharpe and Florence Clanton Sharpe.

       Johnny is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jimmy Sharpe, Loyd Sharpe and sister, Marthann Sharpe.

       Johnny is survived by: his wife of 48 years, Pauline Bauguess Sharpe; sons, David Sharpe (Jennifer) of Texas, Daryl Sharpe of Wilkesboro; sister, Susan Rentz (Bill) of Oklahoma; three grandchildren, Jessica, Jordin of Wilkes, Diana of Texas; three great grandchildren; Mathew, Hayleigh and Marty.

       A memorial service was  held March 31,  at Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes Chapel in Moravian Falls.  Rev. Bill Smith will be officiating.  

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

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

    Nellie "Nell" Frances Handy, age 87 

 Miss Nellie "Nell" Frances Handy, age 87 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC.

 Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, March 31, 2018 at Hinshaw Street Baptist Church with Rev. Sherrill Welborn and Rev. Jeff Collins officiating. Burial will be in Mountlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 at the church prior to the service.

 Miss Handy was born August 22, 1930 in Wilkes County to Ira and Maude Handy. She was retired from Wilkes Glove where she worked as a Supervisor in the Turning Department and was a member of Hinshaw Street Baptist Church. After Nell retired, she enjoyed assisting her sister, Vicie care for children. This brought her much joy and happiness showering love on the children. Nell loved gardening, walking and working in her flowers.

 She was preceded by her parents, six sisters; Irene H. Pendry, Cassie H. Blevins, Grace H. Sprinkle, Gladys H. Hayes, Wilda Handy and Vicie Handy, two brothers; John Handy and Quincy Handy and a nephew; Donnie Blevins.

 Miss Handy is survived by nieces; Barbara Jo Sprinkle of the home, Patsy Anderson and husband, Roy of Ronda, Gail Gentry of North Wilkesboro, Diane Shumate of Taylorsville, Kristie P. Bouldin and husband, Eddie of Trinity, NC, Peggy Broyhill and husband, Bob of Millers Creek, Debbie Fowler and husband, Tom of West Jefferson, Cathy H. McKenzie and husband, Reid of North Wilkesboro, Susie Blevins of Mtn. View, Vickie H. Domaschk of Houston, TX and Sheila H. Weissimen of Houston, TX, nephews; Benny Hayes and wife, Liz of Mtn. View, Richard Hayes and wife, Cathie of Hayes and Johnny Handy and wife, Brenda of Boomer, sister-in-law; Fern Handy of Millers Creek and her twin brother; Numa Handy and wife, Mary of Huntsville, TX.

 Pallbearers will be Reid McKenzie, Johnny Handy, John Johnston, Roy Anderson, Matthew Austin and Greg Johnston.

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

 Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

      Terry Lane Osborne, age 74

Terry Lane Osborne, age 74, of Traphill, died Tuesday March 27 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. He was born January 9, 1944 in Wilkes County to Rev. Iredell Elzie and Eula Mae Hincher Osborne. Mr. Osborne was a member, song leader, Sunday School Teacher and served as Sunday School Superintendent at New Covenant Baptist Church. He loved to play baseball, golf and sing in a family quartet. He was employed with Tyson Foods in the Hatchery. Mr. Osborne was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Dale Osborne and twin brother, Jerry Osborne.

  Surviving are his wife, Carolyn Jean Wiles Osborne; daughter, April Osborne Edwards and husband Paul of Wilkesboro; son, Shane Osborne of Traphill; grandchildren, Brendon Mitchell Wiles of Boone, Lauren E. Byrd and husband Matthew of North Wilkesboro, S. Collin Edwards of Wilkesboro; sister, Darrell Minton of Millers Creek; and brother, Rev. David Osborne and wife Bernice of Greenville, South Carolina

  Funeral service will be held 12:00 noon Saturday, March 31, 2018 at New Covenant Baptist Church with Brother Larry Adams, Rev. Don Myers and Rev. Chad Reavis officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at New Covenant Baptist Church from 11:00 until 12:00 on Saturday, prior to the service. The family has requested no flowers. Memorials may be made to New Covenant Baptist Church, c/o Carolyn Osborne, 2476  Christain Home Church Road, Traphill, NC 28685, in memory of Mr. Osborne. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

  Pallbearers will be Jamie Prevette, Jessie Prevette, Danny Wiles, Brendon Wiles, Collin Edwards, Johnnie Shumate, Rodney Myers and Matt Byrd.

     James Gary Elliott, age 62, 

 James Gary Elliott, age 62, of North Wilkesboro, died Monday, March 26, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. He was born June 18, 1955 in Iredell County to James Edward and Clara McClure Elliott. Mr. Elliott worked in the poultry industry for 37 years. He loved riding motorcycles and fishing. Mr. Elliott was preceded in death by his parents.

  Surviving are his wife, Kaye Kanupp Elliott; son, Scott Elliott and wife Deia of Burlington; granddaughter, Kenley Elliott; and first cousin, Dannie Norris, who was like a brother.

  No service will be held per the request of Mr. Elliott himself. Memorials may be made to the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, National Processing Center, PO Box 1245, Albert Lea, MN 56007-9976. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to  www.millerfuneralservice.com

 Robert (Dwayne) Sparks, age 73, of Wilkes County, died Sunday, March 25, 2018 at Avante at Wilkesboro. He was born October 20, 1944 in Wilkes County to Ernest and Mae Burchette Sparks. Mr. Sparks was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Lucy Laws, Lucille McNeil, Evelyn Lyalls; and two brothers, Junior and Raymond Sparks.

Surviving are his sister, Ella Mae Anderson of North Wilkesboro; favorite niece, Judy Wagoner and husband David of Ronda; several other nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held 3:00 p.m. Thursday, March 29, 2018 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Joel Riley officiating. Burial will follow in North Wilkesboro City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Miller Funeral Service from 2:00 until 3:00 on Thursday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

     Dustin Claude Rhodes, age 24

Mr. Rhodes was born November 16, 1993 in Wilkes County to Claude Edgar Rhodes and Debbie Faw Rhodes.  He was employed by Wayne Farms.  He was a member of Haymeadow Baptist Church.

 Mr. Dustin Claude Rhodes, age 24 of Roaring River, died Friday, March 23, 2018 at Northern Hospital of Surry County.

  Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM Friday, March 30, 2018 at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Steve Rose officiating. Burial will be in Mountlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1:30 until 2:30 prior to the service at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

   He is survived by his mother, Debbie Faw Rhodes and Timothy Tharpe of Roaring River; his father, Claude Edgar Rhodes and wife, Roxanne, of North Wilkesboro; his son, Tristin Gunner Rhodes of North Wilkesboro; two sisters, Barbara Danielle Alexander and husband, Jonathan, of Millers Creek and Kayla Brooke Rhodes of North Wilkesboro; and two brothers, Ryan Lee Owens and wife, Crystal, of Millers Creek and Caleb Edgar Rhodes of North Wilkesboro.

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

   Mr. Edward Eugene Eller, age 74, of Miller Creek, died Thursday, March 22, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center.

  Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM, Friday, March 30, 2018 at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. James Wingler and Rev. Kent Eller officiating. Burial will be in the Nichols Family Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11:30 until 12:30 prior to the service at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

  Mr. Eller was born May 22, 1943 in Wilkes County to Ronda Marshall and Lucretia Nichols Eller.  He was a retired electrician.

  Mr. Eller was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Willa Eller Hurt; and two brothers, Billy Wayne Eller and Bobby Dwayne Eller.

  He is survived by his two sisters, Linda Jenkins and husband, Robert, of Millers Creek and Joyce Galloway and husband, Leslie, of Montgomery County;  and his two brothers, Russell Eller and wife, Shirley, of Millers Creek and Earnest Eller and wife, Susie, of Wilkesboro.

  Flowers will be accepted or memorials made to The American Diabetes Association, PO Box 11454 Alexandria, VA 22312.

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

    Mr. Tim Thomas Wintersteen, age 54 of Moravian Falls, passed away Thursday, March 22, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center.

 A Celebration of Life service will be held 4:00 PM, Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at The Gathering Church, 976 West Meadows Parkway, Moravian Falls, NC 28654 with Pastor Mike Siranni officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service.

 Mr. Wintersteen was born August 15, 1963 in Chicago, IL to Austin Thomas and Judith Anderson Wintersteen. He graduated from MorningStar School of Ministry and served in various capacities with different ministries for the remainder of his life.  He was a member of New Day The Church at High Point in Colfax, NC. Tim was a lover of God and will be remembered for how much he loved people.

 He was preceded in death by his parents.

 Mr. Wintersteen is survived by his wife; Debra Looney Wintersteen of the home, a brother; Dan Wintersteen of Chicago and a nephew; Dustin Wintersteen.

 In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Day The Church at High Point Building Fund, 8610 Bame Road, Colfax, NC 27235.

   It is with great sadness that the family of David Lee Eller born July 15, 1957 in North Wilkesboro announces his passing after his long battle with cancer on Saturday, March 17, 2018, at the age of 60.

 David will be remembered for his love of cars, adventurous spirit and his ability to make people laugh. Known by his friends as "Detail Dave" for his passion of luxury cars.

 He is survived by his father Robert Lee Eller and wife Camille Eller; mother Shirley Staley and husband Paul Staley; brother Daniel Lee Eller; sister Donna Lee Eller; niece Lyndsay Lee Mack and husband Travis Mack; nephew Davis Lee Murray; great nieces Hudson Lee and Teagan Lee Mack.

                Celebration of Life Memorial will be held on Saturday, March 24 at 2:00pm at Covenant Presbyterian Church at 1000 E. Morehead Street, Charlotte, NC 28204. Parking located on Dilworth Rd.

                In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to: Medi Home Hospice PO Box 1357 Newland, NC 28657

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Feb. 28, 2018: Obituaries

Ricky Pierce, 64

Mr. Ricky Johnson Pierce, age 64 of Millers Creek passed away Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem.

           Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 28,  at Arbor Grove United Methodist Church with Rev.Dr.Susan Pillsbury-Taylor and Rev. Scott Church officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery.    

           Mr. Pierce was born September 7, 1953 in Iredell County to Carl and Dare Johnson Pierce.  He was a member of Arbor Grove United Methodist Church and was co-owner of Pierce Mobile Home Movers.

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

           He is survived by his wife; Gwenda Wolfe Pierce of the home, step-daughter; Shandi Nicole and Daniel of Millers Creek, three grandchildren; Hannah, Ethan and Nathaniel, two brothers; Randy and Donnie Pierce both of Millers Creek, two sisters; Linda Absher and husband Dean of Wilkesboro and Janice Ballard of Millers Creek.          

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the Humane Society, PO  Box 306, N. Wilkesboro, NC 2865 or Arbor Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Esther Eller, 480 Shepherd River Road, Millers  Creek, NC 28651.  

 Ellagrene Brown, 80

Ellagrene "Jean" Wyatt Brown, age 80, of North Wilkesboro, died Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at her home. She was born March 17, 1937 in Wilkes County to Alfred and Annie Bell Wyatt. Jean was a beloved wife and mother, and a retired real estate agent. She was a member of Pine View Baptist Church in the Mulberry Community. Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Everette Wyatt.

           Surviving are her husband of 57 years, James N. Brown of the home; her daughter, Lisa Brown Jennings and husband Steve of Mulberry; her sons, James N. Brown, Jr., and wife Kelly of Waxhaw; Jason L. Brown and wife Kari of Florence, South Carolina; brothers, Alvin Wyatt and Wayne Wyatt both of Millers Creek, Talmadge Wyatt of Purlear; sisters, Lorene Billings of North Wilkesboro, Katherine Lenderman of Wilkesboro, Susie Felts of McGrady; and five grandchildren.

           Graveside service was held  February 24, at Pine View Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Steve Shumate officiating.

           In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to any Wilkes County Hospice Agency or to Pine View Baptist Church, 6435 Sparta Road, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.   Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Fritz Colbert, Jr., 31

Mr. Fritz (T.J.) Allen Colbert, Jr., age 31 of Boomer passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2018.

           Funeral services were held  February 25,   at Thankful Baptist Church with Rev. Monte Simmons officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.  

           Mr. Colbert was born February 23, 1986 in Caldwell County to Fritz Allen Sr., and Gail Carlton Colbert.  T.J. enjoyed fishing and riding dirt bikes, he had a great passion for animals and will be missed by a host of cousins, aunts and friends.  He graduated from Wilkes Central High School and attended MMI Institute in Florida and Wilkes Community  College, he was employed by Wayne Farms.

           He is survived by his parents and three brothers; Aubree, Tevin and Tevon Colbert all of Boomer, paternal grandparents; Joseph Patterson of Lenoir, Kathleen and Johnnie Harper of Morganton, and David Michaux of Lenoir, Maternal grandparents; Everette and Mary Carlton of Boomer, and one nephew; Aubree (A.J.) Carlton, Jr.

           Flowers will be accepted.

 John Welch, 78

Mr. John Steven Welch, age 78 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at his home.

           Private family services will be held at a later date.

           Mr. Welch was born January 20, 1940 in Ashe County to John W. and Byrl Poe Welch. He was a retired school teacher and worked for Tyson Foods. Mr. Welch was a member of the Church of Latter Day Saints.

           He was preceded in death by his parents.

           Mr. Welch is survived by his wife; Lois Janette Welch of the home, a daughter; Tammy R. Welch of Lansing, a son; Sean E. Welch and wife Theresa of Cummings, GA, three grandchildren; Michelle A. Hicks and husband, Jason of Cove,  AR, Dusty J. Blevins and husband Judson of Jefferson and Ian G. Welch of Cummings, GA, four great grandchildren and two step great grandchildren.

           In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Long Branch Church 117 Welch Road, Lansing, NC 28643

Danny Williams, 44

Danny Gale "Skip" Williams, Jr., age 44, of North Wilkesboro, died Monday, February 19, 2018. He was born October 12, 1973 in Wilkes County to Danny Gale Williams, Sr. and Margie Brown Williams. Mr. Williams was preceded in death by his father; maternal grandparents, Odell and Verdie Brown; and paternal grandparents, Gale and Grace Williams.

           Surviving are his daughter, Sonnie Williams of Hays; sons, Daniel Travis Williams and wife Crystal of Jonesville, Elijah Paul Williams of North Wilkesboro; mother and step father, Margie Gilreath and husband Rev. Jimmy Gilreath of North Wilkesboro; sister, Misty Higgins and husband Rev. Matthew Higgins of North Wilkesboro; grandchildren, Aubrie Lockhart, Brooklyn Williams, Bailey Williams, Laila Williams, Greyson Williams and Breydon Williams; nephews, Mason and Mattox Higgins; step sister, Robin Correll and husband Rev. Brian Correll of Hickory

           Funeral service was held   February 22, at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Matthew Higgins officiating. Burial  followed in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  

            In lieu of flowers, 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.  

  Edsel Wiles, 94

           Mr. Edsel Robert Wiles, age 94 of Traphill passed away Sunday, February 18, 2018 at

           Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

           Funeral services were held  February 21, at Christian Home Baptist Church with Rev. Larry Adams officiating.  Burial with military honors by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1142 was in the church cemetery.                                       Mr. Wiles was born April 4, 1923 in Wilkes County to Lonnie Buiel and Dora Estelle Wood Wiles.  He was a member of Christian Home Baptist Church.

           In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife; Pauline Richardson Wiles.

           He is survived by one daughter; Robin Carol White of Roaring River, three sons; Rickie Phillip Wiles and Barry Lee Wiles both of Traphill and Rev. Robert Harold Wiles and wife Sandy of Ronda, six grandchildren; Michelle Bierlair, Joseph White, Phillip Wiles, Christopher Wiles, Sonya Wiles and Jacob Wiles, three great grandchildren; Devin Bierlair, Bobby Bierlair and Caden Wiles and one sister; Judy Richardson and husband Charlie of Traphill.

           Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Pruitt Health Hospice, 924 Main Street, Suite 100, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

 Jimmy Groce, 66

On February 17, 2018 heaven gained an angel; Jimmy Dale Groce, 66, of State Road was called to his heavenly home.

           Jimmy was a loving, devoted husband, father, papa, and papa G. He served in the Army for 3 years. He was an employee of Chatham Mfg. Company for 9 years. He was a self-employed flooring installer for 30 years. He was a friend to everyone he met. He was a kind hearted and loving man.

           He was preceded in death by his father, Comas Groce.

           He is survived by his soulmate of 33 years, Brenda; mother Lucille; brothers Sammy, Chris, and Seth Groce;   sons, Shawn, Cody and wife, Kayla; four grandchildren: Caible, Saida, Skye, and Coltan; and non-related family members, Anthony Melendez, Dylan Young, and Aaron Bauguess.

           A very heartfelt thank you to Tammy Young, Sharon Collins, and Viola Blevins.

           The service was Tuesday, February 20. The service was at Shoaly Branch Baptist Church, Elkin, NC.

           Burial was in the church cemetery following service.

           Johnson Funeral Home of Elkin is serving the Groce family.

  Owens   Dobbins, Jr., 84

Rev. Owens Spencer Dobbins, Jr., age 84 of Wilkesboro passed away Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Avante at Wilkesboro.

           Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Friday, February 23, 2018 at Poplar Spring Baptist Church with Rev. Willie Jackson officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM Thursday evening at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.

           Rev. Dobbins was born August 25, 1933 in Premier, West Virginia to Owens Spencer Sr., and Susie Corrinne Hunt Dobbins.  He served as Pastor at Pleasant Union for 9 years and Sandy Creek Missionary for 9        In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife; Mary Frances Dobson Dobbins, a grandson; Timothy Saner, two sisters; Lucy Alease Dobbins, Bertha Mae Ruffin and two brothers; Augustus George Dobbins and Charles Michael Dobbins.

           He is survived by two daughters; Deborah Hackett and husband Thomas of Roaring River and Vickie Wilson and husband Major of North Wilkesboro, three grandchildren; Kenya H. Weldon and husband Travis, Shevon H. Cooper and husband Ed, T.L. Hackett and wife; Leeann, two great grandchildren; Jaylen Hackett and Mackenzie Cooper, one sister; Carolyn D. Adams and husband Albert of Roaring River and three  sister-in-laws; Mary and Bertha Dobbins both of Columbus, OH and Mary Dobson of East Bend, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

           Flowers will be accepted

 Phillip Wilson,  77

Phillip Disotell "P.D." Wilson, age 77, of Ronda, died Friday, February 16, 2018 at his home. He was born March 24, 1940 in Frogmore, Louisiana to Barbon and Edna Taylor Wilson. Mr. Wilson was a US Army Veteran serving two tours in Vietnam; serving in the military for 13 years and was a member of Special Forces. Mr. Wilson was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal with V Device Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device 60 Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and the Purple Heart. He was also a Shriner; a member and past member of North Wilkesboro Masonic Lodge #407; a member of Wilkes Chapter #42 Order of the Eastern Star and #67 OES where he served as Worthy Patron for seven years and worked for the US Postal Service. Mr. Wilson was preceded in death by his parents; and his first wife, Rachel J. Wilson.

           Surviving are his wife, Margaret Thompson Dickerson Wilson; sons, Phillip Gregory Wilson and wife Diane of Davidson, Harvey Dickerson and wife Rhonda of Nebraska, Jeremy Dickerson, Patrick Dickerson both of Louisiana; grandsons, Elliott Wilson and wife Lauren of Holly Springs, Andrew Wilson (Freddie) and wife Amanda of Port Orange, Florida, Benjamin Wilson of Davidson; step grandchildren, Blake Dickerson, Alyssa Dickerson both of Springfield, Louisiana, Caleb Dickerson of Albany, Louisiana, Peyten Dickerson, Springfield, Louisiana, Miracle Dickerson of Walker, Louisiana.

           Funeral service was held  February 24, at Mountlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Chaplain Larry Reavis officiating. Entombment with military honors by Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard Post 1142; North Wilkesboro Masonic Rites Lodge #407; and Mt. Pleasant Chapter #67 Order of Eastern Star Rites will follow in Mountlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.  

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

Olga Hampton , 88                                            

           Mrs. Olga Sales Knight Hampton, age 88 of Wilkesboro passed away Friday, February 16, 2018 at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehab Center.

           Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 21, 2018 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Casey Walker and Rev. Willie Jackson officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 PM prior to the service at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.

           Mrs. Hampton was born December 25, 1929 in Orange, New Jersey. She was a homemaker and a member of Mountain Valley Baptist Church

           In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons; Tommy Sales, John R. Sales, one granddaughter; Kelly Hamilton Bare and her brothers and sisters.

           She is survived by her husband, Thomas Odell Hampton of the home, one son; Robert Sales of Raleigh and step-son; Scott Satterwhite and wife Barbara of Hudson, fourteen grandchildren, and a host of great grandchildren.

 Clarence Stone, Jr

Clarence H. (Pete) Stone, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at home in Madison, TN.   He was born on January 30, 1929 in Salem, VA to Clarence H. Stone, Sr. and Moneta B. Stone.

           Mr. Stone was a retired USDA food inspector and a decorated wounded veteran of the Korean War. He was a former member of Wilkesboro Baptist Church and a member of Dickerson Road Baptist Church in Madison, TN.

           Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Anne H. Stone of the home; his son William (Bill) Stone and wife Lisa of Cookeville, TN; his daughter Connie Stone Chevalier and husband Hugues of Nashville, TN; his sister, Betty Mowbray and husband Guy of Salem, VA; three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

           A visitation was held at Maybelle Carter Retirement Center in Madison, TN on February 25, 2018, with a military burial at a later date at the Nashville National Cemetery.

           In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association (PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX  75284-0692) or to Alive Hospice of Nashville (1718 Patterson St, Nashville TN  37203).

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Jan. 18, 2017: Obituaries

Mr. Richard “Denham” Cramer, 55

Mr. Richard “Denham” Cramer, 55, of North Wilkesboro passed away Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Wilkes Regional Medical Center.

Denham was born on Saturday, September 23, 1961 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Patrick O’Donnell Cramer and Flora May Wright Cramer.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Denham is survived by his fiancée, Jeanette Minton of the home; daughter, Natalie Cramer of Colorado; sisters, Katherine Green of Oklahoma City, Jacklyn Carlucci of California; brothers, Patrick O. Cramer II of Oklahoma City, Mark Cramer of Hickory, Stephen Cramer of Wilkesboro and several nieces and nephews.

Memorial service for Denham will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to: American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma  City, OK 73123 or American Liver Foundation, 39 Broadway, Suite 2700, New York, NY 10006.

A special thank you to Dr Jerry Pinkerton and the staff in the ICU at Wilkes Regional Medical Center for there compassionate care through Denham’s illness.

Condolences may be sent to:  www.adamsfunerals.com

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

    Mrs. Elizabeth “Juanita” Hayes Wyatt

Mrs. Elizabeth “Juanita” Hayes Wyatt, age 82 of Moravian Falls passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday at Moravian Falls Baptist Church with Rev. Joe Sturgill and Rev. Chris Goforth officiating.  Burial will be in Mountlawn Memorial Park.  The family will receive from 1:00 until 2:00 PM prior to the service at the church.

Mrs. Wyatt was born April 4, 1934 in Wilkes County to Grover Cleveland and Mattie Matilda Johnson Hayes. She was a member of Moravian Falls Baptist Church and had worked for Tyson and Children’s World Day Care.                      

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by four sisters; Ruby Lee Smith, Lexie Walsh, Helen Eller, Irene Crawford and three brothers; J. Parks Hayes, Henry Clay Hayes and Earl Hayes.

She is survived by two sons; Edward Clinton Wyatt and wife Gerri, Allen York Wyatt all of Moravian Falls,  five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, three great great grandchildren, one sister; Ina Earp of Wilkesboro and one brother; Franklin P. Hayes of Ferguson.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Moravian Falls Baptist Church, Moravian Falls Road, Moravian Falls, NC 28654.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

  Mr. Marvin Lincoln Billings

Mr. Marvin Lincoln Billings, age 90, husband of Naomi Cheek Billings of Roaring River passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at Willowbrook Rehabilitation and Nursing Care in Yadkinville.

Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM Sunday, January 15, 2017 at Arbor Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Kenneth Anderson and Rev. Elliott Smith officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 1:30 until 2:45 PM prior to the service at the church.

Mr. Billings was born September 10, 1926 in Wilkes County to Billy “Little Bill’ and Ollie Bauguess Billings.  He was a member of Arbor Grove Baptist Church and Honorary Deacon.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter; Shelby Gentry Miller, grandson; Darius Billings, three sisters; Martha Lowe, Mary Blevins, Pansy Bauguess and three brothers; Ezra, Sherman and Ted Billings.

He is survived by his wife; Naomi Cheek Billings, one daughter; Tina Sprinkle and husband Mack of North Wilkesboro, two sons; Mayford L. Billings and wife Patsy of Roaring River, Ronnie E. Billings and wife Kathy of Millers Creek, 6 grandchildren; Derek Billings, Justin Billings, James Gentry, Jason Gentry, Michele Russell, Chad Sprinkle, twelve great grandchildren; Sonya Lovette, Kayla Billings, Jacob Billings, Madison Billings, Kacey Gentry, CJ Gentry, Jessica Gentry, Tamara Morrison, Alisha Poplin, Connor Sprinkle, Halah Sprinkle, and Mathan Sprinkle, and 7 great great grandchildren, one brother; Fred Billings and wife Betty of Elkin.

Pallbearers will be: Derek Billings, James Gentry, Justin Billings, Jason Gentry, Chad Sprinkle, Connor Sprinkle, Lewis Russell, Jacob Billings.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Arbor Grove Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, PO Box 196, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

  Mr. James “Jim” Alfred Boles, Jr., age 65

Mr. James “Jim” Alfred Boles, Jr., age 65 of Roaring River, went home to be with the Lord, January 11, 2017 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson.

Funeral services will be held 3:00 PM Sunday, January 15th, 2017 at Oak Grove Baptist Church, Hwy 268 East, with Rev. Joel Blevins officiating. The Body will lie in state from 2:30 until 3:00 prior to the service. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 Saturday evening at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mr. Boles was born March 14th, 1951 in Wilkes County to James Alfred Boles, Sr. and Agnes Inez McNeil Boles. He was a former Plant Manager and worked in Human Resources at PSC Components of Mt. Airy. Mr. Boles was a dedicated member of Oak Grove Baptist Church and served as a deacon for 25 years in two churches; Roaring River Baptist Church and Oak Grove Baptist Church.  Jim was also a Gideon of the Wilkes North Camp.  He was a retired Fire Chief of the Roaring River Volunteer Fire Department where he served 25 years. He was also an EMT and served as the President of the Wilkes County Fireman’s Association for 4 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Mr. Boles is survived by his wife; Deborah Elaine Raines Boles of the home, a son; Jimmy Boles and wife Sheri of Roaring River, a daughter; Elaine Boles Key and husband Mikle of Pleasant Hill Community, five grandchildren; Haleigh Boles, Jenna Boles, Brady Key,  Keshia Key and Paige Key, one great grandchild; Cooper Trivette, a sister; Lela Cross and husband Tim of Wilkesboro and a niece; Kathryn Cross.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice 401 Technology Lane, Suite 200, Mount Airy, NC 27030 or Gideon’s North Camp PO Box 1791 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

A Special Thank you to his Caregivers at Chatham Nursing and Rehab and Mt. Valley Hospice.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

  Mrs. Ida Lee Ballenger Miller

Mrs. Ida Lee Ballenger Miller, age 86 Wilkesboro, passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2017, at Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care in Lenoir.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 Friday, January 13, 2017 at Bible Way Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Siceloff officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:00 until 1:00 prior to the service at the church.

Mrs. Miller was born July 6, 1930 in Johnston County to William and Annie Stallings Moore. She was retired from Burlington Mills. Mrs. Miller was a member of Bible Way Baptist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband; Donald Wharton Ballenger, a sister; Christine Jones and a brother; Edward “Red” Moore.

She is survived by her husband; Barrie Mayford Miller, a daughter; Ann Peterson and husband Mark of Williamsburg, VA, a son; Donald Lee Ballenger and Debbie of Garner, two step-daughters; Crystal Johnson and husband Tony of Wilkesboro, Melissa Larsen and husband Tom of Purlear, ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

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

Online condolences may be made at www.reinststurdivant.com

  Brian Keith Anderson, age 41

Brian Keith Anderson, age 41, of North Wilkesboro, died Tuesday, January 10, 2017 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born November 29, 1975 in Wilkes County to Roy Lee Anderson, Sr. and Margie Geneva Anderson. Mr. Anderson was preceded in death by his father; and sister, Kathy Jeanette Mecimore.

Surviving are his mother, Margie Anderson of North Wilkesboro; brothers, Ricky Lee Anderson and Roy Lee Anderson, Jr. both of North Wilkesboro, Scott Anderson and wife Cindy of Traphill; sisters, Tammie Eller and husband Wayne of Wilkesboro, Teresa Anderson of North Wilkesboro.

Memorial service will be held 7:00 p.m. Monday, January 16, 2017 at Miller Funeral Chapel with Pastor Philip Moore officiating. Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

    Mr. Neil Wakefield Souther

Mr. Neil Wakefield Souther, age 81, husband of Edna Souther of North Wilkesboro passed away Monday, January 9, 2017 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, NC.  

Funeral services for Mr. Souther will be held 11:00 AM Friday, January 13, 2017 at Mount Pisgah Baptist Church, Hwy. 115 North Wilkesboro, with Rev. Don Myers and Rev. Tony Bunton officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery with full Masonic Rights.  The family will receive friends from 9:30 until 10:45 prior to the service at the church.

Mr. Souther was born November 14, 1935 in Wilkes County to Kermit and Lucille Hayes Souther.  He was a lifelong member of Mount Pisgah Baptist Church, serving as a deacon, and other offices.  He served in the National Guard and was a 59 year member and past Master of the Grassy Knob Masonic Lodge #471 in Union Grove, NC.                                

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister; Maxine Souther Felts and one brother-in-law; Frank Bentley.

He is survived by his wife; Edna R. Souther of the home, two daughters; Audrey S. Greene and Beverly S. Hersey and husband Michael; three grandchildren; Adam Hersey, Alex Greene and Anne Greene; two great grandchildren; Landon Neil Hersey and Emma Kate Hersey, one sister; Bertha S. Bentley, brother-in-law; Donald Felts and nephews; Ben Bentley and Keith Felts.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mount Pisgah Baptist Church Bus Fund, c/o Rose Speece, PO Box 40, Union Grove, NC 28689 or to Kate B. Reynolds Hospice House, 101  Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com

     Michael Wayne Whittington, age 51

Michael Wayne Whittington, age 51, of Purlear, died Sunday, January 8, 2017 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

He was born February 25, 1965 in Wilkes County to Richard Gwyn and Gladys Parsons Whittington. He was a 1983 graduate of West Wilkes High School and attended Stony Hill Baptist Church. He worked for GG Parsons as an Engine Builder. In March 1989, he co-founded WBT Services, Inc. Trucking Company, operating in 48 states. In 1993 WBT Services was named small business of the year by Wilkes Chamber of Commerce. Michael always had a desire to work outside. He bought a backhoe and dump truck and started Big Ivy Transport, in which he operated until his death. He enjoyed riding Harley Davidson motorcycles, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. Mr. Whittington was preceded in death by his parents.

Surviving are his wife, Robin Dancy Whittington; daughters, Amanda Miller Wilmoth and husband Chad of Millers Creek, Brittney Chambers of Rock Creek; brothers, Larry Whittington and wife Fran, Dennis Whittington and wife Sharon all of Purlear; grandchildren, Hannah Miller and Bradyn Bare.

 Funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Stony Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Jay Johnson and Rev. Chad Hendren officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Stony Hill Baptist Church from 12:30 until 2:00 on Saturday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Stony Hill Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, PO Box 97, Purlear, NC 28665. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.millerfuneralservice.com

    Mr. Wavely Martin Hunt, age 83

Mr. Wavely Martin Hunt, age 83 of Roaring River, husband of Bobbie Hunt, passed away Sunday, January 8th, 2017 at Forsyth Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Friday, January 13th, 2017 at Poplar Springs Baptist Church with Rev. James Joyce, Rev. Keith Knox and Rev. Dr. Harold Hudson officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 Thursday evening at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister; Billie Hunt Martin and four brothers; Ralph William Hunt, Jr., Chester Hunt, Bobby Hunt and Freddie Hunt.

Mr. Hunt was born May 18th, 1933 in McDowell WV to Ralph William and Connie Martin Hunt. He was retired from Chatham Manufacturing where he worked for 47 years. He served on the Board of Blue Ridge Water Association, the School Board of East Wilkes High School, Social Service Board and the Roaring River Fire Department Board. Mr. Hunt was a member of Poplar Springs Baptist Church.

In addition to his wife of 63 years, Bobbie Jean Brown Hunt, he is survived by three sons; Ron Hunt and wife Susie of North Wilkesboro, Don Hunt and wife Janet of Christiansburg, VA and Bill Hunt and wife Shay of Columbus, OH, six grandchildren and one sister; Dorothy Hunt Mitchell of Roaring River.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 5950 Fairview Suite 708, Charlotte, NC 28210.

Online condolences may be made at www.reisnsturdivant.com

  Mrs. Judy Spears

Mrs. Judy Spears, age 60, wife of Bennie Spears of Roaring River passed away Saturday, January 7, 2017 at her home.

Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, January 12, 2017 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Richard Blevins officiating. Burial will be in the Cranberry Baptist Church Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM Wednesday evening at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Spears was born, May 16, 1956 in Wilkes County to John Junior and Mary Annalee Royal Nelson.  

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister; LouAnn Nelson.

She is survived by her husband; Bennie Spears of the home, one daughter; Barbara Ann McCoy and husband Denny of McGrady, one son; Billy Ray Garris and wife Patricia of Hays, two grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, one sister; Wilma Shoupe and husband, Tony of Wilkesboro, four brothers; Harvey Nelson and wife Robin of Wilkesboro, Marvin Odell Nelson and wife, Marla of Wilkesboro, Jimmy Nelson and wife Holly of McGrady and Oliver Nelson of Roaring River.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society-Relay for Life, c/o Annette Battle, PO  Box 9, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Online condolences may be made at www.reisnsturdivant.com

   Mrs. Jacqueline Teresa Osborne Brooks, age 57

Mrs. Jacqueline Teresa Osborne Brooks, age 57 of North Wilkesboro, passed away Friday, January 5, 2017 at Iredell Memorial Hospital.

 Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 14th, 2017 at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Derick Kilby officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:30  prior to the service at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Brooks was born June 18th, 1959 in Wilkes County to Hobert and Phyllis Wyatt Osborne. She had previously worked as a Cashier.

Mrs. Brooks is survived by her husband Glenn Brooks, a daughter; Crystal Tedder of Millers Creek, a son; Brandon Osborne of North Wilkesboro, step children; Ane Renee Brooks of Millers Creek and Glen Douglas Brooks, Jr of North Wilkesboro, a sister; Angie Hall of McGrady, a brother; Shane Osborne of McGrady and eleven grandchildren.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the American Red Cross of Western North Carolina, 2425 Park Road, Charlotte, NC 28203.

Online condolences may be made at www.reisnsturdivant.com