OBITUARIES
Tina Bacon
Jul 25, 2025
Tina Bacon passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025. She was an incredibly loving wife and fiercely devoted mother who lived her life with optimism, independence, and grit.
She loved animals and moved to the Reidsville area to open a kennel, which she ran successfully for many years. She later opened a local gift shop and continued to find ways to...
Keith Allen Barker
Jul 21, 2025
In Reidsville, NC – Keith Allen Barker, 68, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, in Reidsville, NC. Born on November 27, 1956, Keith was a beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather, known for his unwavering faith, generous spirit, and captivating stories.
A dedicated patriot, Keith proudly served his country for 23 years in the United States military. He spent 20...
Donald Hammond
Jul 30, 2025
Donald Hammond, 77, of 3065 Old US Hwy 29 Lot #3, went home to be with The Lord on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Ancora Compassionate Care Gibson House.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, August 3, 2025, at Lively Stones Baptist Church, (2347 Chandler Mill Road, Pelham) with Pastor Michael Kent officiating.
He was born and raised in...
Leon Bryant Smith
Jul 27, 2025
Leon Bryant Smith, 73, of Reidsville, went home to be with the Lord on July 27, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at Wilkerson Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Davis officiating. Burial will follow at Reidlawn Cemetery.
Leon was born in Guilford County to the late Herman Bryant Smith and Annie Coleman Smith....
Lannah Lea Jones
Jul 23, 2025
With hearts full of love and sorrow, we announce the passing of our precious daughter, Lannah Lea Jones, who was born on July 11, 2025 and passed peacefully in our arms on July 23, 2025.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Wilkerson Funeral Home, followed by a funeral service. Burial...
James Diery Wright, Jr.
Jul 17, 2025
James D. Wright, 82, of Ruffin, NC, went to be with the Lord on July 17, 2025, at his home.
His greatest accomplishment was creating a Christian home with his wife of 60 years, Shirley Faye Parker Wright, for his children and grandchildren.
A native of Patrick County, VA, he was born on Pole Bridge Road and graduated from Hardin Reynolds Memorial...
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...
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