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Lexington, NC and surrounding areas
Robert McKinnish
Oct 24, 2025
Robert Lee McKinnish, 84, of Davidson County, passed away on October 24, 2025. Born on October 6, 1941, in Davidson County, he was the son of the late Clifford Earl McKinnish and Helen Elizabeth Everhart McKinnish.
Robert was a lifelong resident of Davidson County and a man who deeply cherished his family. He found his greatest joy in spending time with...
Randy Dale Furr
Oct 20, 2025
Randy Dale Furr, 71, passed away peacefully at home on October 20, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 26, 1954, in Davidson County, North Carolina, Randy spent his life creating lasting memories with those around him.
Throughout his life, Randy showcased a wide variety of interests that reflected his personality. He found joy in fishing at City Lake...
Leum Sen
Oct 17, 2025
Leum Sen, born on November 2, 1963, passed away on October 17, 2025, in Lexington, North Carolina in the arms of his beloved wife, Him Hach, and considered “son in law” Guillermo Armenta-Silva, at the home where he found his peace. He was a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion. He was...
Larry Dwayne "Denny" Upchurch
Oct 5, 2025
Larry Dwayne Upchurch “ Denny ”, 56, passed away on October 5th, 2025, in Thomasville, North Carolina.
Born on April 8th, 1969, Larry was the beloved son of Shirley Ann Upchurch (“Mama Sweetie”) and the late Robert Keith Upchurch (“Bobby”). Larry was a free spirit with a heart full of compassion. He had a special place in his heart for the...
Perry Scott Gobble
Oct 2, 2025
Perry Scott Gobble, 60, of Lexington, NC passed away October 2, 2025 at his home.
He was born on September 22, 1965. He dedicated over 25 years of service to the City of Lexington. He was a Carolina Panthers fan who enjoyed watching football.
Scott is preceded in death by his parents, Bonnie Sue Berrier Gobble and Lester Frank Gobble, as well...
Crystal Owen Cooper
Oct 1, 2025
Crystal Owen Cooper, born on September 24, 1977, in Davidson County, North Carolina, passed away on October 1, 2025, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center in Lexington, NC. Crystal lived a life dedicated to service and family, profoundly impacting the lives of those around her.
A proud veteran of the Marine Corps, Crystal exemplified bravery and commitment, both...
Dorothy Koonts Tripp
Sep 30, 2025
Mrs. Dorothy Tripp, 91, of Lexington passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at her home on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. She was born November 11, 1933, in Lexington, NC, (Davidson County) to Haven L. Koonts and Ada Athay Koonts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 74 years, Spencer Tripp, Sr.,...
Pauline Younts Young
Sep 22, 2025
Pauline Younts Young, 96, passed away on September 22, 2025, in Thomasville, North Carolina.
Pauline was born on December 3, 1928 in Davidson County, North Carolina to the late Gurnie and Mary Huffman Younts. She was a homemaker.
Pauline is survived by her daughter, Pauletta Young, and her grandchildren, Michele Ramirez, Cathy McLendon, and Sandy Medlin, as well as nine great-grandchildren and...
Kathy Joyner Shoaf
Sep 22, 2025
Kathy Joyner Shoaf, 66 of Lexington, North Carolina passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on September 22, 2025 after a brief, but courageous fight with cancer.
She was an avid reader, talented crafter, and a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. From soccer games, chorus concerts, weekly grocery trips and holidays on the farm, she embodied the...
Mary Edna Buffaloe
Sep 22, 2025
Mary Edna Buffalo, age 73, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 22, 2025, in Lexington, NC.
Mary was born on November 1, 1951, to the late William Major Robinson and Mary Wilson Robinson. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Mary’s presence was a gentle but steady light in the lives of those who knew and loved her.
She was preceded...
Becky Jo Davis
Sep 15, 2025
Becky Harris Davis, 82, of Davidson County, passed away Monday, September 15, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church with Rev. Edward Kelaher officiating.
Becky was born on March 6, 1943, in Cleveland County, NC, to the late Joseph E Harris...
David Marshall Jones
Sep 12, 2025
David Marshall Jones, 71, of Davidson County, passed away Friday, September 12, 2025.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 2:00 PM, at Grace Episcopal Church, with Rev. Edward Kelaher officiating, with a reception to follow.
He was born on April 15, 1954, to the late Myron Jones and Anne Marshall Jones Sullivan.
David was an exceptional...
Nath Khlangkathoke
Sep 6, 2025
Nath Khlangkathoke, 90, of Lexington, North Carolina passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at his home.
Nath was born in Cambodia on December 15, 1934. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lome Khlangkathoke.
Nath is survived by his sons, Buon Nath, Na Nath, Node Nath, Peter Nath and daughters, Bin Nath, Vonn Nath, Choy Nath and Nancy Khlangkathoke....
Christopher Bryan Taylor
Sep 2, 2025
Christopher Bryan Taylor, 62, of Lexington, North Carolina passed away on September 2, 2025.
Christopher was born in Davidson County on May 8, 1963, to Leonard Ray Taylor and Alberteen Mash Taylor, who precede him in death. He was a spray gun technician with Air Power Air Compressors.
Christopher liked fishing on the Yadkin River,...
Brenda Story Hegler
Aug 31, 2025
Brenda Story Hegler, 81, of Upton Street passed away Sunday at Hinkle Hospice House.
A celebration of life service will be held Thursday, September 4th, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the Timberlake Chapel of Piedmont Funeral Home, with the Rev. Mason Todd officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one...
Cera (Joseph Nathaniel) Vandermark
Aug 29, 2025
Cera (Joseph Nathaniel) Vandermark, formerly of Lexington, NC, passed away at her home on August 29, 2025 in Raleigh, NC.
Cera was born to Joseph Curtis Vandermark and Candace Hege Vandermark on January 28, 1999 In Lexington, NC.
Cera leaves behind a brother, Adam Xavier Vandermark and long time friend, Keland Rush, who has added to that brotherhood for many years. Together,...
Mary Petrillose Harris
Aug 22, 2025
The family of Mary Petrillose Harris are saddened to report her death on August 22nd, 2025 at Alexian Village, Signal Mountain, TN at the venerable age of 114.
Mary was born in Ithaca, NY on May 13th, 1911. She and her husband, J. Richard ("Dick") Harris, now deceased, were longtime residents of Cortland, NY where together they...
Dayton "Duke" Lee Reed, Sr.
Aug 16, 2025
Dayton "Duke" Lee Reed, Sr., 72, passed away on August 16, 2025, in Thomasville, North Carolina.
He was a man who dedicated his life to hard work and the simple joys of life.
Dayton was born on May 25, 1953, in Philippi, West Virginia to Clifford and Ruby Alexander Blake Reed. He grew up in...
Forrest Lee Armentrout
Aug 5, 2025
Forrest “Jody” Lee Armentrout, 76, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, at Davidson Health and Rehabilitation.
Forrest was born on June 4, 1949, in Tucker County, West Virginia, to Edgar and Susan McCauley Armentrout. Along with his parents, Forrest was preceded in death by his sons, Jeffrey Cave and Ricky Cave. He was also preceded in...
Pallie Ann Daniel Mcloon
Jul 31, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Pallie Ann McLoon, who departed from this world on July 31, 2025, in Lexington, NC. Born on December 8, 1950, in Denton, North Carolina, Pallie lived a life filled with warmth, dedication, and love.
Pallie's journey through life was marked by her unwavering devotion to her...
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