Obituaries
Elmer Rayvaughn Byrd
Dec 21, 2025
Elmer Rayvaughn Byrd, age 83, of Elkin, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at Chatham Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Wilkes County on March 9, 1942, he was the son of Elmer and Pauline Byrd.
Mr. Byrd retired from Sprint and was one of the members of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church since it began. He enjoyed hunting in his...
Colin Frederick Connon
Dec 21, 2025
Colin Frederick Connon, age 83, of Jonesville, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, at Forsyth Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 25, 1942, to Colin and Norma Jean Hunter Connon.
Colin worked for many years as a Paver Operator for Carl and Rose & Sons, where he was known for his dedication and strong...
Emaline Cockerham
Dec 20, 2025
Emaline Hayes Cockerham, of Elkin, NC, passed from this world early December 20 to the arms of Jesus Christ, her Lord and savior. She was 90 years young.
Born in Elkin, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Alfred (Rell) and Lena Ray Hayes of North Elkin. She was the wife of the late Rex R. Cockerham for 49...
Alma Sneed Martin
Dec 20, 2025
Mrs. Alma Sneed Martin, age 85, of Ronda, passed away at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Born in Surry County on June 28, 1940, she was the daughter of Earl and Nellie Martin Sneed.
A devoted member of Flynt Hill Baptist Church, Mrs. Martin was known for her steadfast faith and positive outlook throughout life's challenges. She enjoyed playing Bingo,...
Johnny Reed
Dec 19, 2025
John H. Reed, son of Joe W. Reed and Grace Issacs Reed, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Friday, December 19, 2025. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife, Emma Dean Sherfey Reed, his parents, his brother Lester Glenn Reed, and his sister Dorothy Reed Potter.
Those who remain to cherish his memory include his...
Rebecca Lou Triplett VanHoy
Dec 18, 2025
Rebecca Lou Triplett VanHoy, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, in Surry County at the age of 93. Born on July 29, 1932, in Yadkin County, she lived a life full of love, dedication, and grace.
Rebecca devoted her life to her family as a homemaker, creating a warm and nurturing environment for...
Robert Anthony DeJohn
Dec 16, 2025
Mr. Robert Anthony DeJohn, of Elkin, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Woltz Hospice Home.
Mr. DeJohn was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. He was a member of St. Stephen’s Catholic Church, where he enjoyed the company of new friends and fellow parishioners.
Robert was born in Binghamton, NY, and is survived by his loving and devoted...
Roger Dale "Rambo" Tilley
Dec 13, 2025
Mr. Roger Dale "Rambo" Tilley, age 61, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson. Roger was born June 20, 1964 to David Thomas and the late Geraldine Randleman Tilley.
Roger attended Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. He loved fishing, camping and spending time with his family.
Survivors include: his father, David Thomas Tilley of Elkin; daughter, Victoria Lee...
Ronnie Warren Caudle
Dec 11, 2025
Ronnie Warren Caudle, age 78, of Jonesville, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Hugh Chatham Hospital. Born in Surry County on November 24, 1947, he was the son of Warren Winfield Caudle and Louise Morrison Caudle. Ronnie proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.
He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and was known as a loving...
Barbara Cochrane Hester
Dec 11, 2025
Barbara Cochrane Hester, born December 17, 1936, in Elkin, NC to the late Herbert F. and Effie M. Cochrane, passed away peacefully at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC, surrounded by her loving family.
Barbara was employed by Chatham Manufacturing Company in the Payroll Department and later self‑employed through Country Gifts & Sweets and Belk. She was a devoted member of...
Noah Vernon Luffman
Dec 10, 2025
Noah Vernon Luffman, affectionately known as Vernon, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, in his hometown of Elkin, North Carolina. Born on October 28, 1940, in Elkin, Vernon lived a full and meaningful life, reaching the age of 85.
Vernon dedicated much of his professional life to the real estate industry, where he made significant contributions before retiring. His career...
Dale Ellis Weaver
Dec 9, 2025
Dale Ellis Weaver, age 83, passed away peacefully at King Health and Rehab, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Ohio to Charles Elmore Weaver and Wilma Edna Weaver, Dale lived a life marked by dedication, hard work, and devotion to his family. He worked as an engineer at Strohs for over 30 years until his retirement. He was also in...
Glenda Combs Narez
Dec 6, 2025
Glenda Denise Combs Narez, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, at Wilkesboro Health and Rehabilitation in North Wilkesboro, NC, at the age of 59. Born on September 17, 1966, in Elkin, NC, she was the daughter of the late Robert Clay Combs and Sylvia Lucille Waddell Combs.
Glenda dedicated her life to caring...
Brad Higgins
Dec 4, 2025
William Bradley “Brad” Higgins passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at his residence. Brad was born in Surry County on January 15, 1979, to Kathy Higgins Ford.
A Surry Central High School attendee who later earned his GED, Bradley spent many years running his own carpentry business, Higgins Construction. He was preceded in death by his mother, Kathy Higgins Ford,...
Anita Wood Canter
Dec 3, 2025
Anita Wood Canter, born on June 7, 1966, in Elkin, NC, peacefully passed away on December 3, 2025, at Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC. She was a beloved member of her community and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Anita had a genuine love for the beach, animals, cooking, and her work sitting with the elderly, bringing...
Graham Clark
Dec 2, 2025
John Graham Clark III, 74, was born in Greenville, NC and passed away quietly on December 2, 2025, in Elkin, NC. He is preceded in death by his parents, John Graham Clark Jr. and Ariane Dovnarowicz Clark, and his brother, George E. Clark. He is survived by his wife, Vicki Holcomb Clark; sister, Michele Clark Gronek (Lonnie); three nephews Clark...
Ronnie James Walker
Nov 26, 2025
Posted as a courtesy for Thomas Family Funeral Service
Ronnie James Walker, age 70, of Glade Valley, NC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025, at his residence.
Ronnie was born August 29th, 1955, in Surry County to the late James Monroe and Allie Woodle Walker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister in law,...
Joan Hayes
Nov 22, 2025
Ms. Joan King Hayes, age 71, passed away November 22, 2025 at Pruitt Health of Elkin. Ms. Hayes was born November 14, 1954 in Mount Airy to Frank King and Mary Ann Tate. She enjoyed spending time with her family and her pets and also gardening. In addition to her parents, Joan was preceded in death by her son, Michael...
Norlan Thomas Holcomb
Nov 20, 2025
Mr. Nolan Thomas Holcomb, age 77, of Jonesville, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at his residence. He was born on November 23, 1947, in Surry County to the late Robert and Glenda Mae Luffman Holcomb. He was a veteran of the US Army during the Vietnam War.
Mr. Holcomb was a dedicated member and deacon at Welcome Home Missionary...
Amy Jo Wagoner Mickle
Nov 8, 2025
Mrs. Amy Jo Wagoner Mickle, age 68, passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at her residence. She was born on June 27, 1957, to Harold Lee and Billie Jo Alexander Wagoner.
She enjoyed doing cross-stitch and needlepoint crafts.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Allen Mickle.
Survivors include: her sons, Michael Fletcher and wife Sabrina...
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