Sherika Canty
Nov 11, 2025
Sherika "Bug" Canty entered eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, love and renewed strength. Born to Crystal Canty and the late Tyrone Cook, Sherika was a cherished daughter, wife, sister, grandmother and family member whose spirit touched many. In her final year, Sherika embraced a powerful season of healing and reconnection, reminding her family of the beauty of...
Jaime Ramos
Nov 8, 2025
Jaime DeJesus Ramos, age 37 of Mocksville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Born on December 23, 1987 in Morazán, El Salvador, Jaime was the son of Maria Ana Ramos and the late Juan Bautista Canales. He will be truly missed by his family and...
Delinda Ijames
Nov 5, 2025
Delinda Anne Merritt Ijames, affectionately called Linda, was born March 10, 1938, in Franklin County Georgia, daughter of the late Henry Darby Merritt, and Doris Scott Merritt. She attended the local schools and graduated from Franklin County Trade High School in the 11th grade, which was the highest grade offered at that time. She moved from Georgia with her relative,...
Michelle Gray
Nov 5, 2025
Michelle Denise Gray, affectionately known to family and friends as "Den," peacefully departed this life following a brief illness. She was born on February 21, 1956 to Sammie and Inez Hampton Gray in Forsyth County, North Carolina. Michelle was educated in the Forsyth County School System, where she developed her lifelong love of learning. She continued her education at Salem...
Cameron Napper, Jr.
Nov 3, 2025
Cameron De'Mon Napper, 19, was called home on November 3, 2025. Born with a vibrant and joyful spirit, Cameron was a beloved son, brother, father, and friend whose presence lit up every room he entered. He attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and proudly earned his high school diploma in 2023. Cameron had a deep and genuine love for sports, and his...
Leonardo Lopez Martinez
Nov 2, 2025
Leonardo Lopez Martinez, age 61, of Mocksville, North Carolina passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Center, surrounded by his love ones. Born on, November 6, 1963 in Santiago Tetepec, Mexico, Leonardo was the proud son of Julio Lopez and Marcelina Martinez. He will be truly missed by his family and...
Mattie Little
Oct 30, 2025
Mattie Mae Little, 69, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, peacefully departed this life on October 20, 2025, at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Known for her bright spirit, generous heart, and unwavering love, Mattie Mae touched every life she encountered. She was deeply devoted to her family, her church community, and her faith-always placing kindness, compassion, and service at the center...
Tommy F. Essick
Oct 30, 2025
Tommy Franklin Essick passed away surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted father, grandfather and friend whose kindness and hardworking spirit touched everyone who knew him.
He is survived by his beloved daughters: Tammy Essick, Frankie Essick McRorie (Jeff McRorie), Kassie Allen (Chris Allen), Rena McGee (Terry McGee) and Erickia Leonard (Barry Leonard);...
James Thomas Martin
Oct 29, 2025
James Thomas Martin, Jr. was born on March 19, 1946 in Davidson County to the late James T. Martin, Sr. and Elizabeth Jackson Martin. Affectionately known as "Tommy" or "Big Lugg" by those who knew him best, he peacefully passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at Trellis Supportive Care in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Tommy retired from...
Bernice Bussey-Bush
Oct 29, 2025
Bernice Hearst Bussey Bush was born on January 13, 1951 in Lincolnton, Georgia to the late Coleman Bussey and Lessie Mae Hearst Bussey. On Tuesday, October 29, 2025, she peacefully transitioned from labor to reward at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist High Point Medical Center.
Bernice was a devoted servant of the Lord and a faithful member...
Reba Archie
Oct 28, 2025
Mrs. Reba Hines Archie, 83 of Pfafftown, North Carolina passed away on Tuesday morning, October 28, 2025 at her residence. She was born on January 28, 1942 to the late Clyde Hines and Elease McIntyre Hines in Forsyth County, North Carolina. Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at Shiloh Baptist Church with visitation at...
Elizabeth Thomas
Oct 26, 2025
Elizabeth Smith Thomas was born on April 7, 1947 in Davidson County to the late Alonzo Lee Smith and Hester Mae Watkins Smith. She passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2025 at her residence. Elizabeth was a proud graduate of Dunbar High School and Shaw University. She dedicated many years of service to Tiny Tot Daycare, where she cared for...
Sherman Desi "Big Money Grip" Arnold
Oct 21, 2025
Sherman Desi Arnold's journey began on October 5, 1955, in Davie County, North Carolina. He was the beloved son of the late Jeremiah "Jake" Arnold and Annie Beatrice Foster Arnold. On the afternoon of Tuesday, October 21, 2025, Desi peacefully transitioned from this life and went home to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Though this is a...
John C. Small, Sr.
Oct 18, 2025
John C. Small, Sr., affectionately known by many nicknames including "Bucky," "Dear John," and "Mudtap," was born on February 18, 1957 in Davidson County to Ruth L. Holt Small and the late Nathaniel Small. He peacefully transitioned from this life on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Pine Acres Nursing Home.
A proud graduate of Lexington Senior High...
Richard Rumsey
Oct 17, 2025
Richard Rumsey Sr., 66 of Burlington, died on Friday, October 17, 2025, in Burlington, North Carolina. Inurnment will be November 6, 2025 at 12:30pm at Salisbury National Cemetery.
Dorothy A. Young
Oct 17, 2025
On July 14, 1940, in the quiet town of Elberton, Georgia, Dorothy Annette Clark Young entered the world-a blessing to all who would come to know and love her. On October 17, 2025 she peacefully departed this life, leaving behind a legacy of faith, warmth and service.
She was the beloved daughter of the late Willie Harris...
Ted Partee
Oct 15, 2025
Ted Dallas Partee, age 67, of Lexington, North Carolina, made his heavenly transition on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist High Point Medical Center in High Point, North Carolina, surrounded by his loving family.
Ted was born on July 25, 1958 in Davidson County to the late Jay Elworth Partee and Mamie Lea...
Donald Lee Naylor
Oct 14, 2025
On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, Donald Lee Naylor gave up time for eternity. In sweet peace, he departed this life of 91 years at the Pine Acres Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Lexington, North Carolina. We, his family members and friends, bow in humble submission to the Will of God. Donald was the son of the late Warner Milton and Percy...
William Carter
Oct 14, 2025
William Chester Carter, age 77, gave up time for Eternity on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 while a patient at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Born July 10, 1948 in Bronx, New York, William was the son of the late William McKinley Carter and Marie Chase- Carter. Words fail to express how deeply we will miss William,...
Margaretta Louise Hines
Oct 12, 2025
"For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, 'The just shall live by faith. (Romans 1:17)" Margaretta Louise Hines was born on April 5, 1945 to Irvin Vance Hines and Daisy Mae Harris Hines. Her life began side by side with her twin sister, Margaret Eloise Hines-a perfect start for two...
