OBITUARIES
Jacqueline Hooper Gillie
Jul 14, 2025
Jacqueline Hooper Gillie, 95, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025.
A graveside service will be held at Evergreen Memory Gardens on Monday, July 21, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. with Ted Hopkins officiating.
Jacqueline was born in Rockingham County to the late William Hooper and Lula Wilson Hooper. After high school, she started a career working for Southern Bell in 1949...
Tommy Odell Williams, Jr.
Jul 12, 2025
Tommy Odell Williams, Jr. was born in Marshall, Texas, on October 14, 1957, to Joyce Marie Carr, who resides in Compton, California, and the late Tommie Odell Williams, Sr.
Tommy was married to Betty McDuffie, and two children came from this union before they later divorced. Tommy graduated from Los Angeles High School. After high school, he enlisted in the United...
Edward Shawn Mitchell
Jul 12, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and profound love that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, devoted father and cherished friend, Edward “Shawn” Mitchell. Shawn passed unexpectedly at Annie Penn Hospital on July 12, 2025.
Shawn was born on March 9, 1979 to the late Tammy Mitchell at Duke University Hospital. He lived in Roanoke Rapids, NC in the beginning...
Carol Francis Hopkins
Jul 12, 2025
Carol Francis Hopkins, 64, of Ruffin took an unexpected heavenly flight on July 12, 2025.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM, Thursday, July 17, 2025 at Wilkerson Funeral Home with Pastor Phil Surrett officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Carmel Global Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Carol was born in Rockingham County...
Sherry Louise Trent Fish
Jul 11, 2025
Sherry Louise Trent Fish, went home to her Lord and Savior on July 11, 2025, following a brave battle with cancer.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at Ruffin Stacey Baptist Church, where she was a member, with Pastor Terry Larsen officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service and other times at...
Steven Chris Lattimer
Jul 11, 2025
Steven Chris Lattimer, 68, of Reidsville, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 11, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Sandy Cross Wesleyan Church, with Pastor Heath Lloyd officiating.
Steve was born on May 25, 1957, in Oberlin, Ohio, to Barbara Jean Felver Lattimer and the late James...
Thelma Rae Scronce Preslar
Jul 9, 2025
Thelma Rae Scronce Preslar (Granny), 93, of Ruffin, NC, gracefully completed her earthly journey on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, and is at peace with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The family will receive friends from 1:30 PM - 2:50PM on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Ruffin Stacey Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held thereafter at 3:00 p.m. at...
James Alvis Talley
Jul 9, 2025
James Alvis Talley, 79, of Reidsville, went home to be with the Lord on July 9, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Calvary’s Hill Baptist Church, with Pastor Phillip Talton and Pastor Marvin Bowman officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the...
"Connie" Lula Mae Reynolds
Jul 8, 2025
“Connie” Lula Mae Reynolds, of Reidsville, NC died peacefully on July 8, 2025.
Born January 27, 1929, to parents, Myrtle Lester Powell and Ira M. Powell of Caswell County, NC, as one of ten children. Connie is predeceased by all her siblings and spouse, “Tommy” Thomas M. Reynolds, Sr., originally of Iredell County, NC; and daughter, Carolyn R. Morgan; grandson, Alex...
Gregory Kenley Bryant
Jul 8, 2025
In Loving Memory of Gregory Kenley “Greg” Bryant, Browns Summit, NC
Gregory Kenley Bryant of Browns Summit, NC (formerly of Danville, VA), born September 21, 1956, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in the loving presence of his family. A memorial service to celebrate Greg’s life will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM at...
Joseph "Joe" Michael Isley, II
Jul 3, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Michael Isley II, 24, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at his home in Greensboro.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Wilkerson Funeral Home with Pastor Bob Templeton officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will immediately follow the service at...
Jerry "Rabbit" Michael Proctor
Jul 3, 2025
Jerry “Rabbit” Michael Proctor, 71, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at his home in Greensboro.
A graveside service will be held at Center United Methodist Church, 6142 Lake Brandt Rd, Greensboro, NC 27455, on Monday, July 7, 2025, at 2:00PM. In honor of his wishes, the family request for all in attendance to wear blue jeans at his funeral.
Rabbit...
Dorothy Gail Anderson
Jul 2, 2025
Our gift of God, Dorothy Gail Anderson, went home to be with the Lord on July 2, 2025.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Lawsonville Road Baptist Church, with Pastor Ron Tuck and Pastor Micah Lee officiating. Burial will follow in the Lawsonville Road Baptist Church Cemetery.
Though her time on earth was...
Joseph Charlie Draper
Jun 30, 2025
Joseph C. Draper, a lifelong resident of Rockingham County, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at the age of 71. Joe was a man of many talents, boundless curiosity, and an adventurous spirit who found deep joy in the natural world and in the people around him.
Joe’s love for the outdoors was evident in his passion for water sports—he...
Carolyn Gwynn Hearp
Jun 29, 2025
Carolyn Gwynn Hearp, 73 of Reidsville, NC passed away in her home on Sunday, June 29th 2025.
Carolyn was born the eldest of three children to Howard Burton Gwynn, Sr. and Ruby Irene Smith Gwynn Bailey on January 14th, 1952 in Danville, VA.
Carolyn met the love of her life Alfred Lee Hearp, Jr. in August of 1969. They married on November...
Teresa Shelton Lyons
Jun 28, 2025
Teresa Shelton Lyons, 66, of Reidsville, passed away on June 28, 2025.
A memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM Friday, July 11, 2025 at Faith and Family Church, 8845 Highway 87, Reidsville, NC with Pastor Bill Rector officiating.
Teresa was a very loving and giving woman, she loved her family and would help anyone in need, always going the extra...
Paul James Hayes
Jun 28, 2025
Paul James Hayes, 27, was born to Randy and Dottie Hayes on March 10, 1998 in Asheville, NC. On June 28th, 2025 He left this earth too soon after an illness in the hospital.
Paul was involved in Boy Scouts and liked camping with his dad. Paul also loved video gaming and attended board game conventions. He graduated from Asheville High...
Loel Dalton Draper
Jun 28, 2025
Loel Dalton Draper, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, at the age of 99.
Born on March 2, 1926, Loel lived a long and beautiful life, marked by faith, creativity, and deep devotion to her family and community. She worked for the American Tobacco Company during and after World War II and later...
Rebecca "Becky" Ann Andrews
Jun 28, 2025
Rebecca “Becky” Ann Andrews, 78, of Browns Summit went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at Wilkerson Funeral Home with Pastor Clint McCann officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Monday, June 30, 2025, from...
Julia "Judy" Stephens
Jun 25, 2025
Julia "Judy" Stephens, born on January 10, 1947 to the late Mable and William Collins. She passed away on June 25, 2025, leaving a rich legacy of love, warmth, and cherished memories. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.
A visitation honoring Judy's life will take place on Monday, June 30, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 3:00...
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