All Obituaries

 Mr. Daniel “Danny” Matthew Granzyk Sr. of Winston Salem passed away at Forsyth Medical Center on Sunday May 28, 2023.   Danny was born in Cook County, IL on March 29, 1967 to Casmir & Patricia Yehl Granzyk.  Their family moved to Winston Salem in 1979 where he attended Parkland Highschool.    He was a master industrial electrician / technician by trade and enjoyed working with his hands. He was a muscle car enthusiast, enjoyed riding his Harley...

Mr. Perry Clay Brown, age 63, of Hamptonvillle passed away Friday, May 26, 2023 at home. Mr. Brown was born December 27, 1959 in Yadkin County to Alvis and Vernell Brown. Mr. Brown was a member of Swaim’s Baptist Church and until he became unable to work he was employed at Casstevens Lumber Company and Chathams Manufacturing. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother Rex Brown, one brother in law Ronnie Huff and mother in law Peggy Vanhoy. He is Survived by...

Brenda Phillips Fishel, 80, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. She passed peacefully at home, surrounded by family. She was born Sept. 11, 1942 in Rowan County, NC.   Brenda was an influential woman in many ways to many people. Her unwavering Christian faith was her guiding light through life, and she showed that unconditional love everyday - serving and caring for others in the most genuine and meaningful of ways.   She graduated from East Rowan High School in...

Maria Antionette Wingate, 39, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023. She was born August 4, 1983. Affectionately known as "ReRe"  to her friends and family, she was a loving sister and auntie.  She worked at TJ Maxx for 20 years and was a faithful employee. Maria enjoyed traveling, cooking, spending time with her family and friends, and singing. She had a great sense of humor and a terrific laugh and smile. Most importantly, she loved God and always gave words of...

David John Hauser, 73, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 6, 2023.  He was born on December 8, 1949 to Frank and Mary Moreadith Hauser in Goldsboro, North Carolina.  David graduated from Goldsboro High School in 1968, then attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill graduating in 1972 with a B.S. of Science in Pharmacy.  He worked for many years as a pharmacist for Revco Drugs and later CVS.  David never met a stranger.  He loved to research...

Nelda Sue Biggs Shugart of Winston-Salem died at home Friday, April 21, 2023 after a year of declining health. She was 74.   Born in Stuart, Va., to the late Gilmer and Ruby Biggs, Nelda graduated from Stuart High School and Winston-Salem Business College. She retired from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, where she was an administrative assistant. She enjoyed reading and adored cats, particularly her beloved Peekaboo.   Survivors include her son, Scott (Elisa) Shugart...

Nancy Sue Owen White, 85, of Yadkinville passed away Friday Aril 14, 2023 at Yadkinville Nursing Center, Yadkinville, NC. Thanks to their Staff and special thanks to Liberty Hospice. Nancy was born May 15, 1937. She graduated from Woman's College (now UNC-G) in1964.  Nancy retired after teaching in the public schools system for 37 years. She taught both in Forsyth County, North Carolina and in Richmond, Virginia. As long as her health permitted she was an active member of...

John “Wayne” Davis passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on April 10, 2023.  He was born in Winston-Salem on February 28, 1948 to John and Vennie Davis.  Wayne graduated from North Forsyth High School in 1966 and earned his bachelor’s degree in English from Elon University. On May 24, 1969, he married his wife, Evangeline.  Their love and dedication expanded over 53 years.  They were blessed with two daughters, Kelli and Kara.  He was...

Mr. Eddie M. Yokeley died Friday, April 7, 2023 at Hospice of High Point. He was born in Forsyth Co. Oct. 28, 1947 to Ed and Mildred Yokeley. Preceded in death are his parents, son Michael "Dale" Yokeley and sister Robin Davis. Surviving are wife Ruth Yokeley, son Robert, daughters Teresa and Angela, grandchildren Michael Dale, Hillary, Haylee, Faith, Jake, Michael, Alexa and great grandchildren Thane, TJ, Liam and Benjamin, chosen brother Ron Mills and wife Kathy both life-long...

Bart Elwood Near (aka “Rambler”), 68, of Bermuda Run, NC passed away Sunday March 19, 2023 peacefully at his home. He worked in the audio-video business for more than 35 years,  most recently at Carolina Custom Sound of Advance, He retired this year. Bart was born February 4, 1955 in Stuttgart, Germany and was adopted by Elwood (“Woody”) Gene Near and Mary Ann LaBelle Near. Bart married Rogena (“Gena”) Galyean Near  May 19, 1979. He served in...