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Calvin Junior Newman Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-28 14:00:25Z

MOUNT AIRY — Mr. Calvin Junior Newman, 66, of 189 Indian Trail, Mount Airy, passed away Wednesday morning, November 25, 2009, at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson.

Mr. Newman was born January 21, 1943, in Surry County, to the late Robert Lee and Annie Eliza Jessup Newman.

Calvin was affectionately known as “Buckeye” to his family and many friends. He loved bluegrass music and was a member of Mount Herman United Methodist Church.

He is survived by three sisters, Dorothy Newman and Dale Scott, both of Westfield, and Mary Ann Soulia of Mount Airy; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Newman was preceded in death by two sisters, Doris Louise Smith and Virginia Ella Godfrey.

The funeral service will be held Saturday, November 28, 2009, at 2:00 PM at Mount Herman United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Todd E. Byrd and the Rev. Harry M. Sherrill officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at Moody Funeral Home in Mount Airy, where his body will remain until carried to the church to lie-in-state 30 minutes prior to the funeral service. www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Mt Airy News 26 Nov 2009

Blanche Ann Vaughn Callaway Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-28 13:59:45Z

MOUNT AIRY — Mrs. Blanche Vaughn Callaway, 94, of Ridgecrest Retirement Community, Mount Airy, passed away Monday, November 23, 2009, at her home.

Mrs. Callaway was born in Mount Airy, the eighth of thirteen children of Charles Walter and Lucy Sutphin Vaughn of Flat Rock.

She was the proud owner/operator of Callaway Motel for 42 years and was active in Central United Methodist Church and many other local civic and cultural endeavors. She was an avid fan of UNC basketball and a former championship basketball player herself.

Surviving are a daughter, Deborah C. James of Winston-Salem; a son, Chip Callaway of Greensboro; two sisters, Clo Winkler of Mount Airy and Lola Wagner of Morehead City; three grandsons, Scott Sturm of Raleigh, Michael Sturm of Palm Beach, FL, and Patrick Sturm of Sanford; and five great-grandchildren, Todd Sturm, Cody Sturm, Grayson Sturm, and Bailey Sturm, all of Sanford, and Savannah Sturm of West Palm Beach, FL.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Callaway was preceded in death by her husband, Paul F. Callaway; six sisters, Pearl Gwyn, Gladys White, Flossie Callaway, Margie Love, Maude Hill and Grace Vaughn; and four brothers, Harvey Vaughn, Jim Vaughn, Renner Vaughn and Sam Vaughn.

A memorial service will be held Monday, November 30, 2009, at 1:00 PM at Central United Methodist Church, by the Rev. John Ferree. The family will receive friends following the service in the Ladies' Parlor. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Central United Methodist Church, 1909 North Main Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030, or to Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, 401 Technology Lane, Suite 200, Mount Airy, NC 27030. www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Mt Airy News 27 Nov 2009

Clara Moore James Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-28 13:59:07Z

KERNERSVILLE - Clara Moore James, 76, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, November 25, 2009.

Funeral Services Celebrating her Life will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 29, 2009 at the Pierce-Jefferson Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be in Mt. Gur Cemetery.

A native of Surry County, she was the daughter of the late Ethel Bowman and John Henry Moore.

She was retired from the Salemtowne Moravian Home in Winston-Salem, and had been a member of Gospel Light Baptist Church. She had been anxiously awaiting the arrival of her first great-grandbaby.

In addition to her parents, she also was preceded in death by her loving husband, Harold Lee James; and a sister, Ruby Hutchins.

Survivors include her sons, John Stephen James and his wife, Karen, and Jeffrey William James and his wife, Kim, all of Kernersville; grandchildren, Melanie, Melissa, and Katelyn; sisters, Dorothy Badgett of Charleston, SC and Pauline Hancock of Georgia; and brothers, Howard Moore of Kernersville, Joe Moore of Lawsonville, and Wayne Moore of Walnut Cove.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Saturday night at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the James family at www.Pierce-JeffersonFuneral Service.com.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/27/2009

Guy McHone Sr Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-28 13:57:16Z

MOCKSVILLE - Guy McHone, Sr., 89, died Thursday, November 26, 2009. Graveside service 1:00 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28, at Dobson City cemetery. (Moody-Davis)

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/28/2009

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Guy McHone, 89, of Mocksville, formerly of Dobson, passed away on Thursday November 26, 2009 at Davie Place Residential Care.

Mr. McHone was born in Surry County on June 28, 1920 to the late William Jerry and Lizzie Marsh McHone.

He was a retired farmer and of the Baptist faith.

Survivors include a daughter, Marie Brown of Courtney; two sons, Monroe McHone of Pilot Mountain and fiancé Anita Richardson; and Brian McHone of Hollywood, CA; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Mr. McHone was preceded in death by a brother, Ward McHone and a sister, Alice Bingham.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday at Dobson City cemetery by Rev. Mike Shelton with burial to follow. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM at Moody-Davis Funeral Home until time of the graveside service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Family Fellowship Chapel, Parking Lot Fund, P.O. Box 993 Toast, NC 27049.
Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com

moodyfuneralservices November 28, 2009

Re: Patterson - Holcomb(e) family

gravehunternc — 2009-11-26 14:47:13Z

Go to my web site and I have a copy of the marriage bond for them in Surry County, book A, page 4628.

http://www.genealogy.mountainscape.com/surrycousins/

Bob Carter

Randall Sebon Smoot Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-24 14:01:06Z

ELKIN- Mr. Randall Sebon Smoot, age 50, passed away Friday, Nov. 20, 2009.

Mr. Smoot was born Feb. 7, 1959 in Surry County to Sebon and Margaret McCann Smoot.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Smoot.

Survivors include his mother, Margaret Smoot of Elkin; former wife, Pam Smoot of Thurmond; a son, Joshua Smoot of Thurmond; one daughter, Mattie Smoot White of Elkin; two step daughters, April Thompson of Wilkesboro and Alesha Burns of Traphill; two brothers, Howard Smoot and Edward Smoot, both of Elkin; special cousins, Tammy Smoot of State Road and Sharon Clifton of State Road; four granddaughters; and two grandsons.

A funeral service will be conducted today, Nov. 23, at 2 p.m. in Charity United Methodist Church with the Rev. Mike Osborne and the Rev. Rex Cranfill officiating.
The burial will follow in Charity United Methodist Church Cemetery
The family received friends Sunday, Nov. 22, at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made at www.elkinfuneralservice.com.
Elkin Funeral Service is serving the Smoot family

Elkin Tribune 24 Nov 2009

Mattie Loraine Guyer Fulk Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-24 14:00:26Z

PILOT MOUNTAIN - Mrs. Mattie Loraine Guyer Fulk, age 93, of 715 Sunset Drive, Pilot Mountain, died Friday, November 20, 2009 at her home.

She was born October 31, 1916 in Surry County to the late William W. & Lela Ray Guyer.

Mrs. Fulk was a homemaker and a member of Pilot Mountain Friends Meeting. She was a member of the Eastern Star for over 30 years.

She is survived by her husband Clyde W. Fulk of the Home; son: Phillip Fulk of Pilot Mountain; sister & brother-in-law: Susie & husband Burton Schendel of Plainville, GA and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Fulk was preceded in death by three sisters.

Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Pilot Mountain Friends Meeting, 603 West Main Street, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041, conducted by Pastor Sara Beth Terrell & Pastor Frank Huffman (DAV State Chaplain) with interment to follow at Pilot Mountain City Cemetery. Mrs. Fulk will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service. The family will receive friends after the interment at Pilot Mountain Friends Meeting. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Pilot Mountain Friends Meeting, c/o Clyde W. Fulk, 125 West Main Street, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041 or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Howell-Nelson Funeral Service of Pilot Mountain is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.howellfuneralservices.com.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/22/2009

Alice Opelene Dawson Roberts Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-24 13:59:53Z

PILOT MOUNTAIN —Mrs. Alice Opalene Dawson Roberts, age 70 of Pilot Mountain passed away at Northern Hospital of Surry County Saturday, November 21, 2009.

Mrs. Roberts was born in Carroll County, VA on February 16, 1939 to the late Lester Jerry and Ila Maude Daniel Dawson.

She is survived by two daughters, Kathy Dunmon and Debra Nations, two sons, Kenneth and Bradley Roberts; several grandchildren; two sisters, Arlene Heath and Willie Sue Stachnick and one brother, Jerry Dawson.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Roberts was preceded in death by her husband, Gene Garland Roberts and two brothers, James and R.J. Dawson.

A memorial service will be conducted Monday, November 23, 2009 at 3:00 PM at Moody Funeral Home Chapel by Bro. Don Collins. There will be no formal visitation at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Mt Airy News 23 Nov 2009

Lewis R. Inman Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-24 13:59:19Z

SOUTHPORT, NC - Mr. Lewis R. Inman, age 82, of 4942 N. Hampton Dr., Southport, died Saturday, November 21, 2009 at his home.

Mr. Inman was born in Mt. Airy, NC on February 6, 1927 and was the son of the late Jarvie and Lula Shelton Inman.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during World War II and a Mason. Mr. Inman was a retired Industrial Engineer. He earned his degree at N.C. State University. Mr. Inman was a member of Shoreline Baptist Church of Southport. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife, Faye Lewis Inman of the home; three children, Carol Inman of Burlington, David Shepherd of Burlington, Tim Shepherd of Greenville, SC; five grandchildren, Andrew, Josh, Riley, Alexandra, Avery; great-granddaughter, Alenia; two sisters, Pam Willard of Fayetteville, Brenda Inman of Myrtle Beach, SC.

A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 10 a.m. at Shoreline Baptist Church with the Reverend Steve Hinton officiating. The family will receive friends at the home. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 1414 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401. You may offer condolences at www.peacock newnamwhite.com. Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/23/2009

Lettie Ruth Moody Woodruff Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-24 13:58:34Z

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MOUNT AIRY - Mrs. Lettie Ruth Moody Woodruff, 84, of Mount Airy, passed away Monday morning, November 23, 2009, at Northern Hospital of Surry County.

Mrs. Woodruff was born March 16, 1925, in Surry County, a daughter of the late Willie Benton and Hessie Lula Bumgardner Moody.

Lettie owned and operated Woodruff Accounting Agency for 27 years. She was involved with several professional organizations during her career, including the North Carolina Society of Accountants and the National Society of Accountants. Mrs. Woodruff was a member of Haymore Memorial Baptist Church, serving as treasurer and a member of the sanctuary choir for many years. Mrs. Woodruff organized the Mount Airy Lady Lions Club in 1974. She served as treasurer of the club until 2009 and was also a past president.

She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Carole and Dr. Dean Simmons of Mount Airy; two grandsons, Seth Jason Simmons and Selby Jarod Simmons, both of Mount Airy; two great-grandchildren, Chloe Rose Simmons of Dobson and Kylie Nicole Simmons of Mount Airy; a sister, Ruby Moody Moore of Mount Airy; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bill Joe and Irene Woodruff of Mount Airy; several special nieces and nephews, Dr. Michael and Janet Moore of Danville, VA, Nanci Jo and Smith Goad of Mount Airy, Donna and John Briles of King, and Cindy Woodruff Hooker of Mount Airy; several other nieces and nephews; and special friends, Lou Slade of Yanceyville and Sheree and Steve Barnard of Mount Airy.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Woodruff was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin Franklin Woodruff; a sister and two brothers-in-law, Catherine and Elmer Slaydon and Evin Moore; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Roger Wesley Moody, Sr. and Mary Moody and Billy Moody; and three sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law, Frances and Clarence Parker, Helen and Arnold Marion, and Nancy Woodruff.

The funeral service will be held Wednesday, November 25, 2009, at 2:00 PM at Haymore Memorial Baptist Church, with the Rev. Robert McCrary and Dr. Roger Gilbert officiating. Burial will follow in the Oakdale Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Moody Funeral Home in Mount Airy, and other times at the home of Carole and Dr. Dean Simmons, 173 Pine Creek Trail, Mount Airy. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Haymore Memorial Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 27, Mount Airy, NC 27030; to the Mount Airy Lady Lions Scholarship Fund, c/o Sheree Barnard, 134 Savannah Lane, Mount Airy, NC 27030; or to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.
www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/24/2009

Re: Roberta Ann Cobbler Isaacs Obituary

hnisc — 2009-11-23 23:29:05Z

I am very saddened to hear of the death of Roberta. I came across an ancestry post she made in 1999 regarding an ancestor of mine. Having tried to contact her via the e-mail address she published, the e-mail bounced back.

I'm sorry to find this news.

James Irwin b. 1866 d. 1928 in Surry County, North Carolina

hnisc — 2009-11-23 21:25:42Z

His father was William Irwin from Newry, County Down. He had the following brothers and sisters: William, John (Jack), Robert (Bob), Joseph, Alexander, Thomas Henry, and Hugh, Elizabeth (Bessie). The information that I have that they attended Mullaglass Parish Church. They also worked at a nearby quarry. They were stonecutters and stone dressers.

Any help with this family would be most appreciated.

Kason Elijah Wilmoth Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-20 11:07:56Z

Baby Kason Elijah Wilmoth entered into the precious hands of our loving Savior on Wednesday, November 18, 2009.

Kason was born November 17, 2009, in Forsyth County, to Benjamin Busby and Megan Spurlin Wilmoth.

In addition to his loving parents, Kason is survived by his brother, Jasper Buzby Wilmoth; and his grandparents, Butch and Melody Spurlin and Steve and Pence Wilmoth.

A private graveside service will be held Friday, November 20, 2009. www.moodyfuneralservices.com

moodyfuneralservices November 18, 2009

Thomas Gray Davis Death Notice

mabeone — 2009-11-20 11:01:25Z

Thomas Gray Davis, 75, born on March 24, 1934, passed away Nov. 16, 2009. His remains were cremated.

Mt Airy News 19 Nov 2009

James Wade Davis Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-20 11:00:15Z

DOBSON - James Wade Davis, 68 of Dobson, passed away Wednesday November 18, 2009 at Heritage Health Care OF Elkin.

He was born January 17, 1941 in Surry County to Will and Lottie Wolfe Davis.

He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church of Dobson and was retired from Cooke Trucking.

Surviving is his wife of 49 years, Brenda White Davis of the home. Six brothers and sisters, William Paul Davis of Garner, Beulah Davis Atkins of Dobson, Effie Davis Anthony of Newland, Joe Davis of Winston Salem, Lou Davis McCormick of Rockford, Nellie Davis Lowe of Dobson. He was Loved and Cherished by several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his nephew PFC Adam Marion.

The funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday November 21, 2009 at Fairview Baptist Church with REV Andy Atkins officiating. The family will receive friends at Moody- Davis Funeral Home in Dobson on Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Fairview Baptist Church Choir Ministry, C/O Tommy Edmonds, 6678, NC HWY 268, Dobson, NC 27017, the Gideon's Dobson Camp PO BOX 791 Dobson NC, or the Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care,201 Technology Lane, Mt. Airy, NC 27030, The family would like to thank the staff and friends of Heritage Health Care of Elkin for their love and care during the illness of Mr. Davis. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/20/2009

Johnsie Harriet Hudspeth Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-20 10:59:24Z

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ELKIN - Johnsie Harriet Hudspeth, 59, of Elkin, passed away Friday, November 13, 2009 in Key Largo, Florida.

She was born March 11, 1950 in Surry County to Andrew Daniel and Alice Louise Lawrence Hudspeth.

Johnsie was owner and president of Century 21 Hudspeth Properties and a member of First Baptist Church of Elkin. She started at a young age being involved in her community and with helping others. During her high school and college summers, she served as Camp Counselor at YMCA Camps Cheerio and Elliott. After college, Johnsie served as a VISTA Volunteer with the VISTA Corp in Padukah, Kentucky and Greenville/Pitt County, North Carolina. She was employed by the NC Baptist Children Homes serving with the homes in Winston Salem and Pembroke. Johnsie served on the founding board of directors of the new chamber and worked diligently to bring Jonesville and Arlington together to form one organization. She also served on the organizing Economic Development Committee, served as the President of the Chamber from 1991-1992 and has served many terms on the Board of Directors. Johnsie was serving as Vice President of the Ambassadors Club (former Presidents). She was a generous contributor to the Surry County Economic Development Partnership, and served as a Board member on the Membership Delegation from 1996-2000. Johnsie was the President of the Elkin-Jonesville Board of Realtors in 1999. From 2001-2007, she served as officer and member of the Board of Directors, Secretary of the Board, and also served on the Executive Committee. In 2009, Johnsie served as a member of the Board of Directors. She was a charter member of the Rotary Club and was currently serving as President. Johnsie was organizer and first Treasurer of the Tri County Christian Ministry, served on the Board of Directors, and was a generous contributor. She was a charter member and served on the Board of Directors of the Upper Yadkin Valley Habitat for Humanity. Elkin, Dobson, and Pilot Mountain were chosen by the NC Rural Center STEP (Small Town Economic Prosperity) as a STEP Cluster group, and Johnsie served as a project Board member. The group developed a working plan for the STEP Cluster in Surry County. She was actively involved in the Surry County Democratic Party and was on the Local Advisory Board for Branch Bank & Trust.

Johnsie was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her sister, Dana Shepherd and husband David of Elkin; nephews, Andrew Shepherd of Raleigh, and William Shepherd of Boone; and niece, Alice Shepherd, of Greensboro; and partner, Gloria Lumpkin, of Elkin.

Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 11:00 am in First Baptist Church of Elkin with Dr. Bill Johnson and Dr. David Hughes officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity or organization in which Johnsie participated.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/19/2009

Patricia Nadine Estes McHone Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-20 10:58:24Z

MOUNT AIRY — Mrs. Patricia Nadine Estes McHone, 72, of 612 Rockford St., Mount Airy, widow of Mr. Kelly Edward McHone, passed away Wednesday morning, Nov. 18, 2009, at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home.

She was born Aug. 23, 1937, in Surry County to William Melvin and Ruby Elizabeth Gardner Estes.

She was retired from the Surry County Department of Social Services and Hospice of Surry County. She was a member of Franklin Height United Methodist Church.

Surviving are a daughter, LeAnn Hamlin Wright of the home; two sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas Wallace “Wally” and Paula B. Hamlin of Mount Airy and Martin Wade and Mary C. Hamlin of Dobson; five grandchildren, Christopher Jordan Wright of the home, Erin Elizabeth Hamlin of Dobson, Jennifer Elise Wright of the home, Stacey Elaine Hamlin of Dobson and Zach Jurney of Mount Airy; and two sisters and brothers-in-law, Susan and John Cantrell of Pinnacle and Gaye and Charles Rollins of Greensboro.

In addition to her husband and parents, Mrs. McHone was preceded in death by a sister, Bonnie Estes Noel; and a brother, Wallace Melvin “Monk” Estes.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at Franklin Heights United Methodist Church conducted by the Rev. Todd Byrd and the Rev. Richard Bufkin. Burial will follow in the Maple Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Moody Funeral Home, where her body will remain until carried to the church to lie in state 30 minutes prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, 401 Technology Lane, Suite 200, Mount Airy, NC 27030. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com.

Mt Airy News 19 Nov 2009

Essie Pratt Spainhour Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-20 10:57:45Z

KING - Essie Pratt Spainhour, age 93, of King, widow of the late John Walter Spainhour, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2009 at Priddy Manor in King, NC.

Mrs. Spainhour was born in Surry County on September 1, 1916 to the late Nathaniel and Elvia Lane Pratt.

Essie is survived by a loving daughter, Julia Spainhour of Winston-Salem; two wonderful grand daughters, Jenifer Lynn Hart of Burlington and Allison H. Lancaster of Richmond, VA; one great-grandson, D. Gray Messer; three sisters, Avis Bottoms, Ernestine (Richard) Boner, Frances (Alvin) Fulk; and three brothers, John (Dorothy) Pratt, Grady (Joann) Pratt, Delmar Ray (Inita) Pratt; Amy Pratt and Louise Fulk Pratt.

Essie was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sons, John A. and Bobby Charles Spainhour; four sisters; and four brothers.

A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Jefferson Church of Christ Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. with Minister Jerry Simpkins officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at Priddy Manor in King, 1294 Priddy Road, King, NC from 11:15 to noon. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care of Mt. Airy, 401 Technology Lane, Ste 200, Mt. Airy, NC 27030. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the staff of Priddy Manor in King for their love and care. Cox-Needham Funeral Home of Pilot Mountain is assisting the Spainhour family.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/20/2009

Lucille Whitlock Smith Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-20 10:57:11Z

Mount Airy - Mrs. Lucille Whitlock Smith of Mount Airy, NC, was called home on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at her residence.

She was born January 26, 1916 in Surry County to the late Cora Jarvis Whitlock & Jesse B. Whitlock.

She grew up and attended school in Surry County. Lucille moved to New York and lived there for forty years and married Tim Smith. She returned home and resided in Mount Airy for the last thirty years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Tim Smith, only son, Charles Jeter, one sister, Esther Kiser, brother-in-law: Jim Kiser, one brother, James Whitlock & sister-in-law: Vella Marie Whitlock and brother-in-law: Clifton Wright.

She leaves to mourn, one sister, Mildred Wright of New York and many nieces & nephews from New York, Philadelphia, Winston-Salem, Greensboro and Mount Airy.

The wake will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. at Howell Funeral Chapel, 940 West Lebanon Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Calvary Assembly of God Church, 1536 West Devon Drive, Mount Airy, NC 27030, conducted by Rev. Allen Hurst will interment to follow at Skyline Memory Gardens. Mrs. Smith will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service for final viewing. The repast will be at Calvary Assembly of God Church in the family room following the interment. Online condolences may be made at www.howellfuneralservices.com.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/20/2009

Ruby Gilliam Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-20 10:56:28Z

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WINSTON-SALEM - Ruby Gilliam, affectionately called "Aunt Ruby" or "Nurse" departed this life early Wednesday morning, November 18, 2009 at the Oaks at Forsyth where she had been a resident for a number of years.

She was the last survivor and the youngest of ten children born on July 1, 1910 to Cora Jarvis Gilliam and Anthony Scorefield Gilliam.

Upon the death of her parents, as a young child, she left the Shoals Community in Surry County and was brought to live with an aunt, Laura Simmons and the Columbus Pitts family. Her formative years were spent in the Happy Hill Community where she attended the local public school. She graduated from the Columbia Heights High School and furthered her education by attending the R. L. Richardson School of Nursing in Greensboro, NC and in 1933 graduated as Class Valedictorian. Nurse Gilliam served in the medical office of Drs. Quick, Meroney, and Jordan. Later, she served as head nurse in the Emergency Room at Kate Bitting Memorial Hospital until she retired in 1970. In 1948, she married Daniel Pervis, the love of her life, who preceded her in death. Although they had no children of their own, Ruby and Dan dearly loved having children around and keeping them encouraged. Ruby loved being involved at her church and loved to tell the story of being baptized in the creek. She also served for many years as president of the United Methodist Women, yet, found time to teach Practical Nursing in programs held at Atkins High School.

Survivors include: a dedicated, surrogate niece, Maurice Pitts Johnson; nieces, Ruth Spease, Mildred Spann, and Awilda (Robert) Neal, all of this city; Ruth Leigh and Lucy Gilliam Smith, Salisbury, NC and Clara Gilliam Nichelson, Charlotte, NC; nephews, Ezra (Marion) Gilliam, Salisbury, NC Calvin Gilliam, Sylmar, CA, and Grant Nathaniel (Jelaine) Gilliam, Durham, NC. Other loving family include great nieces, Geraldine Clayton, Dorothy Draper, and Krista Neal; and a great nephew, Alvin (Janice) Gibson of this city.

Funeral Services will be conducted 1 p.m. Saturday, November 21, 2009 at Saint Andrews United Methodist Church. The Rev. John F. Epps will officiate and interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday at the Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Saint Andrews United Methodist Church, 1840 Butler Street, WS, NC 27107. Online condolences may be received at www.hooperfuneralhome.net.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/20/2009

Beulah Short Jones Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:19:14Z

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GREENSBORO — Beulah "Nonnie" Short Jones, 97, of Greensboro, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 16, at Rehobeth United Methodist Church. The burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Nonnie, as she was affectionately known, was born May 22, 1912, in Surry County.

She had been a member of Rehobeth United Methodist Church since 1927. She was a member of the American Business Women's Association but was known more for her catering and expert cake decorating, including her countless wedding cakes throughout the years. She was founder of Beulah's Bakery and Catering, where she was truly an artist and shared her skills as a teacher of decoration at GTCC.

She is survived by her children, Gilbert Jones (Pauline) and Doris Tilley (Bob), both of Greensboro, David Jones (Carol) of Roanoke, Va., and Douglas Jones (Annie), also of Greensboro; her grandchildren, Pattie Jones Lawson (Tim), Debbie Jones Walker (Monty), Tammy Jones Williams (Jay) Michael Tilley (Ellie), Kevin Tilley, Marshall Jones (Antoinette), Doug Jones (Jessica), Reneé Jones and Josh Shields and her 11 great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 p.m. on Sunday at George Brothers Funeral Service.
Memorials may be made to the cemetery fund at Rehobeth United Methodist Church, 4475 Rehobeth Church Road, Greensboro, NC 27406, or to the charity of one's choice.
Offer condolences at www.news-record.com/obituaries

Published in News Record on November 14, 2009

James Worth Caudle Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:16:46Z

HAMPTONVILLE - Mr. James Worth Caudle, 52, passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2009.

He was born September 18, 1957 in Surry County to the late Charles and Etta Caudle.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy Gregory.

Surviving are his sons, Jamie Caudle, Donald (Jessica) Caudle, Brandon Caudle; sisters, Mary (Gene) Webb, Frankie (Tommy) Brewer, Debra Stone; brothers, Eddie Caudle, Danny (Carol) Caudle; several nieces and nephews.

His funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 13, 2009 at Wilkes Faith Temple by the Rev. Johnny Arnold. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. He will lie in state 30 minutes prior to the service. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 12, 2009 at Gentry Family Funeral Service in Yadkinville. Online condolences can be made at www. gentryfuneralservice.com.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/12/2009

Ronnie Franklin Simpson Jr Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:13:55Z

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MURRELLS INLET, SC - Mr. Ronnie Franklin Simpson, Jr., age 37 of 500 Turret Court, Murrells Inlet, SC husband of Mrs. Amy Patricia Herald Simpson passed away Friday morning, November 13, 2009 at his home.

He was born April 4, 1972 in Germany to Ronnie Franklin Simpson, Sr. and Sarah Cox Simpson.

He was self employed, was a graduate of University of North Carolina with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration and was a member of the Grand Strand Church of Christ in Myrtle Beach, SC.

Surviving is his wife, Amy P. Simpson of the home, two daughters, Kayla Simpson, Pilot Mountain, and Caroline Simpson of the home, parents, Ronnie F. Simpson, Sr. and Sarah C. Simpson, Mt. Airy, a sister and brother-in-law, Paula and Brad Casstevens, Yadkinville and a honorary grandmother, Myrtle Wagoner, Mt. Airy, mother-in-law, Barbara Herald, Chapmanville, W. VA.

Mr. Simpson was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rhoten and Mabel Easter Cox and Rev. Chester F. and Irene D. Simpson.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 16, 2009 at Moody Funeral Home Chapel of Mt. Airy, conducted by Rev. Rusty Reed and Minister. Jay Thornell. Burial will follow in Little Mountain Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Sunday night, at Moody Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 6000 Fairview Road, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28210 or to your local Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/14/2009

Mamie Louise Holder Shelton Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:13:18Z

KERNERSVILLE - Mrs. Mamie Louise Holder Shelton, 92, of Kernersville, passed away Thursday, November 12, 2009.

She was born November 19, 1916 in Dobson, NC to Edward P. and Lula Mabe Holder.

Mrs. Shelton was a member of Ardmore Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Henry Shelton.

Surviving are a grandson, Donnie Wood of Kernersville; one great grandson, Carl Wayne; one stepson, Tommy Shelton of Georgia; one stepdaughter, Teresa Cook of Newport News, VA; one stepgrand-daughter, Rhonda Yarbrough; three stepgrandsons, Roger Wainright, Robbie Wainwright and Tommy Shelton, Jr. and several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 14, 2009 at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel with Dr. Bill Ireland officiating. Burial will follow in Whitaker Chapel United Methodist Church cemetery in Pilot Mtn.. The family will receive friends one hour before the service at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.hayworth-miller.com.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/14/2009

Virginia Jenkins Pegram Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:12:32Z

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WINSTON-SALEM - Virginia Jenkins Pegram, 93, passed away Thursday November 12, 2009.

She was born March 20, 1916 in White Plains N.C. to the late Robert Samuel Jenkins and Mary Epsie Creed Jenkins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters Peggy Jenkins, Grace Jenkins, Lena Jenkins Kanoy, Margaret Jenkins Revels and her brother James Jenkins.

Surviving her is her son Jim (Paula) Pegram, Grandsons David (Stacy) Pegram, Chris (Jennifer) Pegram, three great grandchildren Dylan, Logan and Morgan Pegram, brother Bob Jenkins and her sisters Gertrude Gallen Jones and Jakie Grooms.

Funeral services will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at Vogler and Sons Funeral Home, Reynolda Chapel (722-6106). Family will visit with friends from 2:00 p.m. until the start of the service. Burial will follow at Gods Acre Moravian Cemetery in Winston-Salem. The family requests, in lieu of flowers, memorials be sent to Sunny Side Ministries, 319 Haled St. W-S, NC 27127 (724-7558). Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Vogler & Sons Funeral Home, A Dignity Memorial Provider.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/14/2009

Kathleen White Trivette Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:11:56Z

BOONVILLE - Mrs. Kathleen White Trivette, of Boonville, passed away at Hugh Chatham Hospital on November 11, 2009 after a short illness.

She was born in Surry County on April 1, 1933 to the late Charlie C. and Edna Corder White.

She retired from AT&T, Lexington Road Plant and was a member of Fairview Baptist Church of Dobson.

She is survived by her son, Kent Trivette and wife, Amy S. Trivette of Niston Lane, Mount Airy; two grandchildren, Jordan Leigh Atkins and Corbin Sawyer Trivette of Niston Lane, Mount Airy; two sisters, Vena White Draughn and Brenda White Davis, both of Dobson.

Mrs. Trivette was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Irene W. Church; and three brothers, Sanford F. White, James W. White and Charles E. White.

Her Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday November 14, 2009 at Fairview Baptist Church by the Rev. Andy Atkins and the Rev. Dan Merritt with burial to follow in the Church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. where her body will remain to lie-in-state thirty minutes prior to the Service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Foothills Food Pantry P.O. Box 1065 Dobson, NC 27017 or to Fairview Baptist Church Choir Fund, c/o Tommy Edmonds 6678 NC 268 Dobson, NC 27017. Moody-Davis Funeral Home is serving the Trivette family. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneral services.com.

Published in the Winston-Salem Journal on 11/13/2009

Mary Elizabeth Moser Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:11:13Z

MOUNT AIRY — Miss Mary Elizabeth Moser, 19, of 1594 Cadle Ford Road, Mount Airy, passed joyously from our arms into the loving arms of Jesus on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 11, 2009, at Northern Hospital of Surry County.

Miss Moser was born Jan. 2, 1990, in Surry County, the daughter of Barry Clark and Terri O’Neal Moser.

Mary graduated from North Surry High School in 2008 and was attending Surry Community College, pursuing a career in education. Her love of children empowered her to volunteer countless hours at White Plains Elementary School. She served her Lord and Savior in bountiful ways, serving Him through Antioch Baptist Church. Her example of faith, optimism and attitude will certainly live forever.

She is survived by her parents, Barry Clark and Terri O’Neal Moser of the home; two brothers, Kelly Moser (Janet Manring) and Lee Moser (Amanda Badgett), all of Mount Airy; her grandparents, Wayne and Sally Moser of Mount Airy and Don and Nancy O’Neal of Rock Hill, S.C.; several aunts and uncles, Brian and Kristy Moser, Sheri and Mitch Martin, Lee and Melanie O’Neal and Sherri Ferras and Billy Fore; and many special cousins.

Miss Moser was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Mary O’Neal; and a first cousin, Zack Shelton.

A service to celebrate the life of Mary will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at 1 p.m. at Antioch Baptist Church, with the Rev. Dale Wallace and the Rev. David Gantt officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Moody Funeral Home in Mount Airy, where her body will remain until carried to the church to lie in state 30 minutes prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Mary Moser Fund, c/o Antioch Baptist Church, 137 Antioch Ave., Mount Airy, NC 27030, to support local children with various needs. God is good! He was good yesterday, He is good today, He will be good tomorrow ... no matter what! Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com or www.caringbridge.org/visit/marymoser.

Mt Airy News

Linda Marion Brown Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:10:22Z

MOUNT AIRY—Mrs. Linda Marion Brown, 68, of Mount Airy, passed away on Nov. 14, 2009 at Central Continuing Care where she had been a patient since May 2008.

Linda was born on Jan. 12, 1941 in Mount Airy, the daughter of the late Arnold and Helen Woodruff Marion.

Linda was employed by F. Rees Company for 34 years before retiring to care for her parents, who were both in declining health. She was a member all her church life of Mount Airy Church of Christ, later named the Mount Airy Christian Church where she attended until April 2008. Linda was active in the Dorcus Circle of her church most of her life and was greatly loved by those who crossed her path.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, James R. (Rick) Brown of the home; her daughter, Vicky B. Key and husband J. R. Key and the gem of her life; her granddaughter, Lindsey Grace Flinchum of Mount Airy; a sister and brother-in-law, Jeanette and Steve Wilcox and a brother and sister-in-law, Dean and Teresa Marion all of Mount Airy; a sister-in-law, Sheila Yearby of Durham. She is also survived by a very special uncle and his wife, Bill Joe and Irene Woodruff, whom she loved dearly and a special cousin and her husband, Nancy Jo and Smith Goad of Mount Airy.

In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by a brother, Steve Ray Marion.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 at Mount Airy Christian Church on S. Franklin Road. Services will be conducted by Brother Wayne Williamson, a childhood and lifelong friend and Brother Ralph Sproles. Linda will lie in state thirty minutes prior to the service. Interment will follow in Skyline Memory Gardens at the foot of her late parents. The family will receive friends Monday night from 6 to 8 p.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to be directed to The Dorcus Circle, Mt. Airy Christian Church, 974 S. Franklin Rd., Mt. Airy, NC 27030 or to Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, 401 Technology Lane, Mt. Airy, NC 27030. The family wishes to express gratitude to the nursing staff at Central Continuing Care for the loving care and attention given to Linda during her time there, as well as to the nursing staff of Hospice who gave immeasurable care and support. “Night, Night, Mom ~ Sweet dreams.” Moody Funeral Home is serving the Brown Family. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Mt Airy News 17 Nov 2009

Bonnie Bode Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:09:43Z

MOUNT AIRY—Mrs. Bonnie Bode, 69, of Mount Airy, passed away Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009 at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home.

Mrs. Bode was born June 7, 1940 in Surry County, to Maudine Tolbert Inman and the late Elbert Lee Inman.

She was a member of the First Church of The Brethren. Mrs. Bode was owner and operator of Flowers by Bode.

She is survived by her husband John Bode Jr. of the home; a daughter and son-in-law, Shasta and Mark Brown of Mount Airy; two grandchildren Kate and Sam Brown; sister and brother-in-law Nancy and Curtis Bruner; Five nieces and two nephews, and a very special cousin Glenna Midkiff.

The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 at Moody Funeral Home Chapel in Mount Airy. The service will be conducted by the Rev. Wallace Cole. The family will receive friends Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home and at other times at 102 Jessica Lane Mount Airy. A special thanks to the staff at Mountain Valley Hospice for their care at this difficult time. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care, 401 Technology Lane, suite,200 Mt. Airy, NC 27030. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Mt Airy News 17 Nov 2009

William John Haynes Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:09:04Z

MOUNT AIRY — Mr. William John Haynes, 78, of Mount Airy, passed away Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson.

William was born in Surry County on June 8, 1931, to the late William Edgar and Lydia Kate Blue Haynes.

He was of the Quaker faith. William was a retired farmer and owner-operator of William Haynes Floor Covering. “William was a simple man and enjoyed the simple things in life. A lover of nature and sitting under the maple tree in his back yard. Nothing pleased William more than spending time with his girls, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, William was truly a family man.”

He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Lillie Mae Bond Haynes of the home; daughters and sons-in-law, Bonnie and Roger Combs of Mount Airy, Ginger Stillman of Randolph, N.J., and Lilnette and Jim Phillips of Mount Airy; grandchildren, William Darrell Sisk and Jonathan Adrian (Jon) Sisk, both of Pinnacle, William Arthur (Bill) Stillman of Randolph, N.J., Jennifer Lee Stillman of Raleigh, John Alexander (Alex) Stillman of Randolph, N.J., and James Paul (Bo) Phillips, Emilie Maegan Phillips and Matthew William Phillips, all of Mount Airy; great-grandchildren, William Darrell (Will) Sisk and Kristen Lydia Sisk, both of Pinnacle; brothers and sisters-in-law, Archie and Norma Haynes and Don and Lien Haynes, all of Mount Airy; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Agnes Chilton of Mount Airy, Iris Hodge of Woodbridge, Va., Betty and Golly Easter of Blairsville, Ga., and Catherine and Buddy Creed of Lowgap.

In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by a brother, Arnold Haynes; and a sister, Ann Cave.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Moody Funeral Home Chapel by the Rev. Todd Byrd and the Rev. Frank Danley. Burial will follow at Skyline Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, from 12:30 p.m. until the time of the service at Moody Funeral Home in Mount Airy. Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home, 945 Zephyr Road, Dobson, NC 27017. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com.

Mt Airy News 17 Nov 2009

Tammy Renee Sawyers Newman Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:08:12Z

MOUNT AIRY — Ms. Tammy Renee Sawyers Newman, 46, of 920 Newsome St., Mount Airy, went home to be with the Lord and her family who preceded her in death Thursday morning, Nov. 12, 2009, at her home.

She was born Sept. 5, 1963, in Surry County to Barbara McMillian Sawyers Edmonds and the late James Henry Sawyers.

She was a homemaker and was a member of Woodland Baptist Church.
Ms. Newman is sur
vived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Sheena and Dusty Slate of Mount Airy and Kaley Newman and friend, Travis Childress of the home; a grandson, Bryson Slate of Mount Airy; parents, Barbara M. and Michael “Mike” Edmonds of Mount Airy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ralph and Christy Sawyers, Richard and Heather Sawyers, Jody and Hannah Edmonds and Kevin and Brandi Edmonds all of Mount Airy; fiancé and son, Jeff Bearden and Nick Bearden of King; special nieces and nephew, Lindsay, Jade and J.D. Sawyers.

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at Moody Funeral Home Chapel of Mount Airy conducted by the Rev. Kelly Boyd. Burial will follow in Skyline Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Moody Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Moody Funeral Services, P.O. Box 1288, Mount Airy NC 27030, to assist with the funeral expenses, or Mary Sue’s Safe Haven, P.O. Box 1701, Mount Airy, NC 27030. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Mt Airy News

Wesley Junior Draughn Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:07:34Z

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MOUNT AIRY—Mr. Wesley Junior Draughn, 78, of 1094 Smith Road, Mount Airy, went home to be with his heavenly Father on Friday night, Nov. 13, 2009, at Northern Hospital of Surry County.

Mr. Draughn was born Oct. 5, 1931, in Surry County, the oldest of eight children born to the late Dan Wesley and Sadie Ann Robertson Draughn.

As a child, Junior was reared on a family farm in the Piney Grove community and attended Dobson School. He married the former Minnie Mae Hodges on Feb. 26, 1953, in York, SC. During his early years of marriage, he and his wife farmed and owned and operated an upholstery shop, Thrift Host Motel in Hilliard, FL, and Midway Grocery. Then, in 1980, Junior and Minnie founded Junior’s Trucking, Inc., a west coast trucking company, which operated until April 2003. Junior was a faithful member of Piney Grove Baptist Church until his health declined. He was a member of the Brotherly Love and Senior Citizens committees and played an important role in the Brotherhood BBQ suppers. Junior was an avid gardener and will be remembered throughout the community for sharing his many homegrown fruits and vegetables with his family, friends, and neighbors. Junior was also a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and a friend to all.

He is survived by four daughters and three sons-in-law, Shirley and Larry Danley and Patricia and Craig Lawson, all of Mount Airy, Debbie and Tim Holmes of Yadkinville, and Cynthia Chattin of Pilot Mountain; six grandchildren and their spouses, Paul and DeAnne Danley and Lucas and Mandi Danley, all of Mount Airy, Audra and Tyler Chilton of King, Wesley Lawson and his special friend, Cathryn Lineberger, of Charlotte, and Jacob Chattin and Allison Chattin, both of Pilot Mountain; three great-grandchildren, Will Danley, Jaxson Danley, and Mae Danley, all of Mount Airy; two sisters and brothers-in-law, Jessie and Raybern Hiatt and Mary Ruth and Jobe Marion, all of Mount Airy; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Bobby and Edythe Draughn, Eddie and Sandra Draughn, and Tommy and Sue Draughn, all of Mount Airy; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Draughn was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Minnie Mae Hodges Draughn; a sister and brother-in-law, Betty Lou and Rex Joel Marion, Sr.; and a brother, Ronnie Dale Draughn.

A service to celebrate the life of Junior will be held Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at 2 p.m. at Piney Grove Baptist Church. The service will be conducted by the Rev. Mark A. Reece, Jr. and the Rev. Kermit L. Gray, and entombment will follow in the Skyline Memory Gardens Mausoleum. The family will receive friends Sunday from 7 until 9 p.m. at Piney Grove Baptist Church, and other times at the home of Paul and DeAnne Danley, 1094 Smith Road, Mount Airy. Flowers will be accepted, or memorial contributions can be made to the Piney Grove Baptist Church Benevolence Fund, P.O. Box 1022, Mount Airy, NC 27030. The Draughn family is being served by Moody Funeral Services in Mount Airy. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com.

Mt Airy News

William Mack Hodges Sr Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:06:40Z

WOODLEAF — Mr. William Mack Hodges Sr., 61, of 1450 Spring Meadow Drive, Woodleaf, husband of Mrs. Nelda Collins Hodges, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009, at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem.

He was born July 21, 1948, in Surry County to the late Tobe and Bertha Nichols Hodges.

He was a truck driver for Food Lion and was a member of Woodleaf Baptist Church.

Surviving are his wife, Nelda Collins Hodges of the home; a daughter and son-in-law, Christine and Brownie Brown of Salisbury; a son and daughter-in-law, Mack Hodges Jr. and wife Gini of Mount Airy; seven grandchildren; two sisters and brother-in-law, Zula Goins of Mount Airy and Dianne and Ronald Wood of Lowgap; and two brothers and sisters-in-law, Jack and Faye Hodges of Mount Airy and Jim and Carolyn Hodges of Mount Airy.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Hodges was preceded in death by a son, Jonathan Michael “Mike” Hodges.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at Shining Light Baptist Church conducted by the Rev. Chris Williams and the Rev. Elmo Hiatt. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Moody Funeral Home, where his body will remain until carried to the church to lie in state 30 minutes. Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com.

Mt Airy News

Sharen Marie Tierney Keen Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-18 12:04:39Z

MOUNT AIRY - Mrs. Sharen Marie Tierney Keen, age 51, of 1530 Red Brush Road, Mount Airy went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 9, 2009 at Randolph Hospital in Asheboro, NC.

She is survived by her beloved husband Thomas Keen of the home and her two daughters: Abigail & Andrea Keen both of the home.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Calvary Assembly of God Church in Mount Airy conducted by Rev. Allen G. Hurst. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The America Diabetes Association, PO Box 1154, Alexandria, VA 22312 or to The North Carolina Eye Bank, 3900 Westpoint Blvd., Suite F, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. Howell Funeral Service of Mount Airy is serving the family.

Mt Airy News 12 Nov 2009

Re: Korners Grove Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery & McBride Family

gravehunternc — 2009-11-17 00:51:39Z

I show a Thomas Jefferson McBRIDE married to Margaret Catherine FULK (b. 12-30-1910, Stokes Co, d. 12-20-2006, Mt. Airy) in Patrick Coounty, VA on 10-1-1927. She is buried at Korner's Grove, and I presume he is too. Margaret was daughter of John Franklin FULK & Sallie Lou MITCHELL.

On their marriage record it shows "Jeff" and his parents were Thomas McBRIDE and Sissie, both of Patrick County.

Bob Carter

Re: WRIGHT, WILLIAMS, & allied Surry Co Families

alfbhill1 — 2009-11-15 14:11:45Z

Sorry, Karen, but all I know of Lewis Elliott is the reference to him in Capt. John Wright's will.

Al Hill

Re: WRIGHT, WILLIAMS, & allied Surry Co Families

KarenJillJ — 2009-11-15 07:32:30Z

Seeking information about Lewis Elliott who married Nancy Wright in Fauquier County in 1773. Who are the parents of Lewis Elliott? I notice your group has disbanded, but can someone still help?
Thanks, Karen

Re: Brown family

bushpusherman — 2009-11-14 19:02:29Z

You're welcome Jean.

In regards to David Brown...

The only time I've seen that name is in the family of John Brown's uncle Michael Braun who built the Old Stone House down near Granite Quarry, NC. His oldest son was a David, but he died in Rowan County around 1811. Michael's son David also apparently had a son named David who has yet to be accounted for in regards to his later life and where he ended up.

Info on Isaac Jones? Oh yeah, that's my specialty. I've spent the better part of the last 10 years just studying him as an individual.

If you don't mind, I'd prefer to continue this conversation via email. Here's my address... bushpusherman@gmail.com

Chris

Re: Brown family

jeansluder72 — 2009-11-14 18:08:20Z

Chris,
Thank you so much for the will and the information on the children.

Have you seen any info on David Brown? It seems that he moved from N.C. to Tn. and on to Ky. in the same areas as the Jones and Brown families. I thought he might have some connection to John Brown. Also, do you have any more info on Isaac Jones as to his first wife and the mother of his children. She must have died before they left N.C. as he remarried while living in Tn. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for sharing with me. I did get on the internet and found a genealogy for Jacob Braun. I never realized the Brown name was of German descent.

Thanks again

Jean

Re: Brown family

bushpusherman — 2009-11-14 15:52:28Z

whoops...wrong file.

Let me try that again.

Re: Brown family

bushpusherman — 2009-11-14 15:50:24Z

Hi Jean...

I've never really bothered with tracking out all the children of John Brown and Molly except for the ones that married into my Jones family, but here are the birth dates that I tend to go with based on the federal census:

John (circa 1785)
Henry (circa 1786)
Daniel (circa 1787)
Thomas (circa 1791)
Susannah (circa 1792)
Polly aka Nancy (circa 1794)
Isaac (circa 1795)
Elizabeth (circa 1799)
James (circa 1801)

I'll try and attach a copy of John Brown's will to this post. I don't have a paid subscription on here so they won't let me send you a private message otherwise I'd just go that route.

Chris

Re: Brown family

bushpusherman — 2009-11-14 01:52:11Z

Hi Jean...

As per the will of John Brown written and dated September 22, 1830 in Surry County, NC, his children are named as:

Henry Brown
John Brown
Daniel Brown
Isaac Brown
Polly Jones (formerly Brown)...this is actually Nancy born ca.1791 that married Thomas Jones.
Susannah Feltz (formerly Brown)
Elizabeth Jones (formerly Brown) born ca. 1799
James Brown
Thomas Brown

This is the order they are listed in the will, not by date of birth.

I have yet to find any record of the will being probated in court and tend to believe that this John Brown is the same John Brown that is buried in the George Messick family cemetery, date of death Feb. 12, 1834.

Chris

Re: Brown family

jeansluder72 — 2009-11-13 18:59:09Z

Chris,
I guess I am very anxious to get some answers so I have been busy looking up what I have so far on the Brown family. I have Elizabeth married to Burrell Jones and her sister Nancy married Thomas I. Jones. They are brothers and sons of Isaac Jones b. ab. 1769 in Md. He moved to N.C. for a period of time and then on into Tn, and eventually to Ky.
I would like to know if David Brown b. ab.1793 is the son of John and Molly. He married Elizabeth Robertson. I had one Jones researcher send me names of John and Molly's children but it did not list Nancy. I would love to know the names you have for them and dates of birth.

I got the name of Elizabeth June from a book written by Henry Earl Jones about the Jones' of Calloway and Marshall Co. Ky.

I have so many questions but will try not to burden you with too many at one time.

I am so happy to have found someone who can fill in some gaps for me.

Jean

Re: Brown family

jeansluder72 — 2009-11-13 17:48:03Z

Chris,
Thank you for the information. I am so excited that finally I may be able to trace the Brown and Jones families. I will have to check my records to see where I got the name June so give me a couple of days. I have many questions so I will get back with you soon. Thank you again.
Jean

Re: Brown family

bushpusherman — 2009-11-13 16:08:17Z

Hi Jean...

The parents of Nancy & Elizabeth Brown were John Brown and Molly "last name unknown". It's not Molly McCulloch like past researchers have believed. John Brown was born in Rowan County, NC around 1767 and died in Surry County in 1830. He was the son of Jacob "The Wagonmaker" Braun and Elizabeth Goettgen.

Elizabeth Brown is my maternal great(x4) grandmother. I'm curious where you get the middle name "June" from? I've never seen that before. Elizabeth died after 1870 in Independence County, AR.

I live pretty close to where the Jones and Browns lived in Surry County (now Yadkin County), NC and have tons of info on these two families (actual documents, not second hand info from the internet or published abstract books).

If I can be of assistance, feel free to ask.

Chris

Yadkin County Historical Society Meeting

spomike — 2009-11-12 18:05:34Z

The Yadkin County Historical Society, Inc.

PO Box 1250 – Yadkinville, NC 27055-1250

Andrew L. Mackie, president & publicity chair

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NOVEMBER 22, 2009

HISTORY OF THE QUAKER FORBUSH COMMUNITY

A history of the Quaker Forbush Community of Yadkin County will be presented Sunday, November 22, 2009, 2:30 pm, in the new Family Life Center at Forbush Friends Meeting House, 4460 Forbush Road, East Bend, NC 27018.

The community takes its name from the headwaters of Big & Little Forbush Creeks, which join and flow into the Yadkin River. Forbush Road is the main road through the community, which includes members and friends of Mt. Carmel Friends Meeting, New Patterson Grove Faith Church, Mt. Bethel Baptist Church, and Forbush Friends Meeting.

The event will feature home-made exhibits on natural features and streams, First Americans, first settlers and their descendants, current residents, People of Color, family cemeteries, old homes & farms; old churches and church cemeteries, old schools, old businesses, mills, & country stores, old post offices, community organizations, important events, and the origin of road names and streams. Exhibit tables will be provided for photos and memorabilia.

The Yadkin County Historical Society and historians in the Quaker Forbush Community will sponsor the event, which is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Re: Flora Campbell Brendle (1878-1955)

DMacCormack — 2009-11-11 23:27:37Z

Thanks. I did have the marriage information. I'm hoping to get more information about Flora's mother, Martha Vanhoy.

Re: Flora Campbell Brendle (1878-1955)

gravehunternc — 2009-11-11 22:58:54Z

Also, James F. Brendle marries Sintha C. Tulbert, on 1/20/1868, book A, page 727 & 728.

Bob Carter

Re: Flora Campbell Brendle (1878-1955)

savannahbreezes2 — 2009-11-11 13:42:23Z

Surry Co Marriage License
Floyd Brindle age 24 s/o James and Cintha Brindle to FLORA CAMPBELL age 20 d/o Jeremiah and Martha Campbell (both deceased) married 24 Dec 1886 in Elkin Hotel Twp by G. M Burcham, Baptist Minister,

William Henry Edmonds Obit

mabeone — 2009-11-11 12:30:19Z

MOUNT AIRY — Mr. William Henry “Doc” Edmonds, age 75 of Mt, Airy, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2009.

Mr. Edmonds was born in Surry County, November 19, 1933 to William Roy and Clearsie Hutson Edmonds.

He was a retired farmer.

Surviving is his wife, Margaret Hauser Edmonds of the home; daughters and sons-in-law, Frenda and Jeff Hicks of Ararat; Cindy and Timmy Dixon of Danville, VA; Christy Edmonds of Welcome; sons and daughters-in-law, Ricky and Janet Edmonds of Mt. Airy; Ronald and Denise Edmonds of Pinnacle; Carl Ray and Karen Edmonds of Danville, VA; ten grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; sisters and brother-in-law, Shirley and Walter Bowers of Ivanhoe, VA; Mae Norman and Della and Bobby Odum all of Mt. Airy; brothers, Frank Edmonds and Ray Edmonds both of Mt. Airy and a special nephew Steven Odum.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Edmonds was preceded in death by a grandson, Travis Bryant; a sister, Ruth Faulkner and brothers, Marvin Edmonds and Roy Edmonds, Jr.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at Moody Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Ray Hutson. Burial will follow in Union Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday night from 6:00 to 8:00 at the funeral home and at other times at his sister’s home at 901 Old Hwy 601.
Online condolences may be made to www.moodyfuneralservices.com

Mt Airy News 10 Nov 2009