All Obituaries

James Warren Thomas, Jr, 91, of Roanoke, VA passed away Saturday September 5, 2020. He was born March 25, 1929 in Salem, VA to James Warren and Hattie Wade Thomas, Sr. He retired in 1992 after 44 years (October 1947 - May 1992) with Appalachian Power Company in Roanoke, VA. James also served eleven years in the Naval Reserves. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife Jane G. Thomas. James is survived by his two sons Dr. James Robert Thomas, MD, PhD and wife Dr. Terri Hymel, MD...

Cynthia Lynn Senn Roberts, 73, of Winston-Salem lost her battle to cancer Saturday, August 22, 2020 surrounded by her daughters Sheila, Sarah, and Shelly. She was born June 15, 1947 in Akron, Ohio to Charles Bascom and Rebecca Mayes Senn. Cindy graduated from South Dade High School in Homestead, FL.  She attended Western Carolina University and graduated with the distinction of Magna Cum Laude with Bachelor’s of Science and a Master’s of Microbiology. For much of her career...

Mr. William “Richard” Levon Worthy, 61, of  Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Richard transitioned peacefully to his heavenly home on Saturday, August 8, 2020. He was born on December 23, 1958 to the late Helen Worthy and William Eaton. Richard was a graduate of North Forsyth High School, Class of 1977.  He was a very charismatic person who loved to make others laugh and smile.  He never met a stranger and was a helping hand to anyone in need.  As a...

Hannah Borden Flippin Whitt was born to Joe and Jettie Flippin on August 2nd, 1929 in Stokes County, North Carolina. The middle daughter of tobacco farmers moved to Winston-Salem in 1947 to go to Business College and start her career. From Commercial Credit to Security Life to McLean Trucking Company to the Department of Social Services, she excelled at every station along her way. She married and had two sons, and worked tirelessly to make sure everyone was taken care of. She lived what was...

Kenneth Edward Homer, 70, of Walkertown passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020.

With deepest sorrow, our beloved son Vincent Clay Fulcher, 46, of Winston-Salem passed away suddenly on Monday, July 6, 2020 at his home. Clay was a 1992 graduate of North Davidson High School.  He will be remembered for his sense of humor and his love of fishing at the North Carolina coast. Clay was preceded in death by his Grandfather, Avery Brewer; and many special Aunts; and Uncles. Clay is survived and will be missed by his wife Jody Fulcher;  son Jimmy Fulcher; ...

James Clifton (Clif) Arnold, Jr. of Winston-Salem, NC passed away at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center on Friday, June 19 after battling pancreatic cancer.  Surrounding him was his wife Tina, daughter Kelly, and son Chris.  He was born September 7, 1941 in Waynesville, NC to James Clifton and Regina Welch Arnold. During his childhood years, he played in the band, sang in the chorus, and enjoyed sports. He loved spending time in the beautiful mountains of Western NC. He graduated...

Terry Don Rothrock, 69, of Wallburg passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Forsyth Medical Center.  He was retired from RJR.  He leaves behind his wife of 44 years, Linda; and beloved children John and Jennifer; his mother Frances Rothrock; and faithful dog  Dolly.  No services are planned at this time, but a family celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

Jesse Wade White, Sr. passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2020 at Forsyth Medical Center holding the hand of his wife,  Barbara, on their 68th wedding anniversary. Wade was the son of John William and Mecie Simpson White of Winston-Salem, specifically Walkertown. He graduated from  Mineral Springs High School in 1949. After two years in the army he earned  an electrical engineering degree from North Carolina State University under the G.I. bill. His career was spent working with...

Robert Miller Weatherman, CLU, MSFS, age 83, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away unexpectedly Monday evening May 11, 2020 at his home.  Robert (Bob) was born in Winston-Salem, NC on March 31, 1937 to the late Jasper Miller Weatherman and Gladys Mae Hutchens.  As a young man growing up on the southside of Winston-Salem, he was a paper boy for the morning edition of the Winston Salem Journal, he delivered groceries for his Uncle Gilbert in Yadkinville and even sold peanuts at the old...