OBITUARIES

Patsy Michelle Harper

Patsy Michelle Harper

May 13, 2026

Patsy Michelle Harper, affectionately known as Michelle, a loving mother, nana, daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, at the age of 54, at Hinkle Hospice House. Born on April 3, 1972, in Lexington, Davidson County, North Carolina, Michelle graced the world with her vibrant spirit and loving nature.

Michelle was born to Tony Ray...

Robert Glenn Wilson

Robert Glenn Wilson

May 12, 2026

Robert “Robbie” Glenn Wilson ascended to his heavenly home on May 12th, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Javie Wilson and Mary Alice Coleman Wilson, as well as his older brother, William “Buster” Wilson.

Robbie enjoyed listening to music, watching movies, and spending time with his two granddaughters.

He is leaving behind a daughter, two stepchildren, two granddaughters, two sisters,...

Brenda Bullins Walker

Brenda Bullins Walker

May 11, 2026

Brenda Bullins Walker, 80, of Thomasville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family.

Born on January 2, 1946, in Stokes County, North Carolina, Brenda moved to Thomasville at a young age, where she grew up and built the foundation of her life. She married on December 24, 1960, to her first...

Cheryl Denise Cox

Cheryl Denise Cox

May 10, 2026

Cheryl Denise Cox, age 66, passed away unexpectedly on May 10, 2026, at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.

A complete obituary will be available in the near future.

Mary Magdalene Mitchell

Mary Magdalene Mitchell

May 10, 2026

Mary Magdalene Mitchell, aged 63, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at Randolph Health Hospital in Asheboro, NC. She was born on December 4, 1962, in Welch, McDowell County, WV, to the late Hobert Hicks and Louise Webb.

Mary received her formal education at Bradshaw High School in Bradshaw, WV. It was in Bradshaw where she met the love of...

Yi Guo Dong

Yi Guo Dong

Apr 26, 2026

Yi Guo Dong, a devoted husband, father, brother, and entrepreneur, passed away peacefully at his home in Lexington, North Carolina, on April 26, 2026. Born on July 30, 1968, in China, he was 57 years old at the time of his passing.

Yi Guo Dong was the beloved son of the late Ding Fu Dong and Sai Jin Ni. In pursuit...

William McKinley Turner

William McKinley Turner

Apr 19, 2026

William "Bill" McKinley Turner, a beloved brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on April 19, 2026, at Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center. Born on February 22, 1950, in Charlottesville, Virginia, he lived a life filled with warmth and kindness, reaching the age of 76.

Bill was born to the late Jerry M. and Lucy Ann Jordan Turner, who instilled in him...

Cecil Eugene Fowler

Cecil Eugene Fowler

Apr 19, 2026

Cecil Eugene Fowler, born on April 23, 1962, in Chester County, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was 63 years old.

Cecil was the beloved son of the late Eugene Wilson Fowler and Cecilia Diane Pressley. He was raised with a strong faith, accepting Christ as his...

Shane Donovan Bean

Shane Donovan Bean

Apr 16, 2026

Shane Donovan Bean, born on March 2, 1974, in Lexington, Davidson County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was 52 years old.

Shane was the beloved son of Lucretia Brown Olasin and the late Steven Perry Bean. He received his formal education in Lexington, where...

Virginia Ann Branham

Virginia Ann Branham

Apr 14, 2026

Virginia Ann Branham, born on March 30, 1965, in Avery County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, at Meadowbrook Health & Rehab in Salisbury, North Carolina. She was 61 years old.

Born to the late Howard Eugene Wise and Francis Ivalee Bailey, Virginia was a devoted daughter, sister, mother, and friend. She was preceded in death by her...

Patricia Ridenour

Patricia Ridenour

Apr 6, 2026

Patricia Ridenour, age 67, passed away on April 6, 2026, at Lexington Medical Center.

She was born in Ohio to the late Robert Ralph Hendrix and Phyllis Jean Fletcher.

There will be no formal services.

Kristen Amber Lester

Kristen Amber Lester

Apr 5, 2026

Kristen Amber Lester, born on December 21, 1993, in High Point, Guilford County, North Carolina, passed away on April 5, 2026, at the age of 32.

Kristen was the beloved daughter of James Ray Lester and the late Paula Jean Cherrone Lester. She received her formal education at Southwestern Randolph High School in Trinity, North Carolina.

Kristen had a passion for life...

Richard Arnold Wimmer

Richard Arnold Wimmer

Apr 2, 2026

Richard Arnold Wimmer (AKA Bubby, Bambi, Big Daddy, Cowboy), age 64, of Lexington rode away into the sunrise on his wings of angels peacefully at the Hospice of Davidson County Hinkle House on April 2, 2026.

Born on July 23, 1961, in Monroe County, WV, he was the son of the late James Marvin Wimmer and Gracie Ann Johnston Wimmer. Arnold...

Randall Eugene Gross

Randall Eugene Gross

Feb 21, 2026

Randall Eugene Gross, of Thomasville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at the Hinkle Hospice House on February 21, 2026, at the age of 57. Born on January 23, 1969, in High Point, Guilford County, NC, he was the beloved son of the late Dallas Eugene Gross and Carolyn Holmes Gross.

Randall spent his professional life working as an upholsterer with Baker...

Sandra Lee Blue Bethea

Sandra Lee Blue Bethea

Feb 20, 2026

Sandra Lee Blue Bethea peacefully transitioned to be with the Lord on February 20, 2026, in the home she shared with her daughter in Greensboro, North Carolina. She entered eternal rest holding her daughter’s hand while listening to one of her favorite gospel songs, “Incredible God, Incredible Praise” by JJ Hairston. Her final moments were filled with worship, prayer, and...

James Dale Hawks

James Dale Hawks

Feb 15, 2026

James Dale "Jim" Hawks died peacefully at home on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

He was born in Bristol Tennessee on August 26, 1959. He was a professional painter and loved to build things and paint them to make them pretty.

He is survived by Susan Caulder, his faithful partner of 15 years.

He also is survived by two stepchildren, Patricia Keever and Teddy...

Michael Dalton Duggins

Michael Dalton Duggins

Feb 8, 2026

Michael (Mike) Dalton Duggins, born on May 8, 1947, in Asheboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully of natural causes on February 8, 2026, in High Point, North Carolina, at the age of 78.

Mike faithfully served his country during the Vietnam War as a Radio/Telephone Operator Supervisor. He was honorably discharged as the rank of Sergeant after almost 2 years of...

Maya Hedda Andrau

Maya Hedda Andrau

Jan 28, 2026

Survived by her 2 sons:

Darwin Traver

Francis Traver

Preceded in passing by their father Robert Traver in 2024

Robine Andrau sister



There are few people who, upon being presented with the knowledge that God exists and came specifically in human form, would hold their love of Jesus and accept this new Savior, in a moment. One such was Maya Andrau. Once she accepted the...

Mark Wayne Swarers

Mark Wayne Swarers

Jan 21, 2026

Mark Wayne Swarers, 59, passed away Wednesday, January 21, 2026, peacefully at his home in Eden, NC. Born May 1, 1966 in Jennings, LA, he was the son of Barbara Bradley Swarers and the late John Wayne Swarers.

Mark attended school in Minden, LA and was a huge fan of both the New Orleans Saints and Louisiana State University. He spent...

Theodore Edwin Canfield

Theodore Edwin Canfield

Jan 21, 2026

Theodore "Ted" Edwin Canfield, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away after a brief illness on January 21, 2026, at Atrium Health Wake Forest High Point Medical Center in NC. He was 72 years old.

Born on November 25, 1953, in Tompkins County, NY, Ted was the cherished son of the late Lester and Charlotte Canfield. He grew up...