Sep 10, 2017

Deane Blakely "Blake" Bell, age 64, of Asheboro, died at his home on Sunday, September 10th. He was the son of the late Deane F. Bell and the late Nancy Saunders Bell. He is survived by his daughter Peyton Lombardi (Gabriel) of Cary, sister Debbie Bell of Asheboro, brother Clark Bell (Diane) of Asheboro, nieces Blakely and Rebekah Bell and...

Sep 10, 2017

Cassandra Swinhoe Church, age 93, of Asheboro passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2017 at Randolph Health.

Mrs. Church was born in Clairton, PA on October 24, 1923 to Arthur Hazen and Sadie Salee Swinhoe.

Cassandra Swinhoe Church led an illustrious and adventure-filled life. From being a missionary in southeast Africa, to helping people with orthopedic problems as well as their families...

Sep 6, 2017

Shelia Faye Yow Sheffield, age 63, of Asheboro died Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at Randolph Health in Asheboro.

Mrs. Sheffield was a native of Randolph County and was employed with Elastic Therapy. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Church. Mrs. Sheffield was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a loving friend who would always extend a helping hand....

Sep 6, 2017

Bennie "Wayne" Lucas, age 65, of Randleman went to be with the Lord Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at Randolph Hospice House, Asheboro.

Mr. Lucas was born February 10, 1952 the son of Perry and Reba Pierce Lucas. Wayne was retired from McDowell Lumber Company. He enjoyed life to the fullest and was an animal lover and avid fisher. In addition to...

Sep 5, 2017

Mario Ramos, age 88, of Asheboro died Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at Randolph Hospice House. Mr. Ramos, one of twelve children was born October 8, 1928 in Pelotas, Brazil to Gregorio and Consuelo Borges Ramos. He was retired from Pike Machine Company in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Mr. Ramos had a great love for all animals and was also a loving...

Sep 5, 2017

Dillion "Dill" Paul Chesney, age 20, of Troy, died Tuesday, September 5, 2017 in Candor, NC.

Dillion was born November 22, 1996 in Asheboro, NC, the son of Gary and the late Tanna (Reeves) Chesney.

Dillion always placed God first in his life. He was a passionate soul who loved life to its fullest. He had an infectious personality and contagious smile....

Sep 4, 2017

Johnnie Reid Hartman of Asheboro died Monday, September 4, 2017 at Randolph Hospice House, Asheboro surrounded by his family.

Mr. Hartman was born March 26 the son of William Walden and Mozelle Bost Hartman who preceded him in death, along with his sister: Thursall Lineberry.

Johnnie was a native of Lincoln County, NC and was an Air Force Veteran of the Korean...

Sep 4, 2017

Jean Kennedy Spencer, age 87, of Randleman died Monday, September 4, 2017 at Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, Greensboro. Jean was born August 7, 1930 the daughter of Robert Watson and Mary Ward Kennedy. Jean was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren participate in sports and was a fabulous cook. Everyone loved Grandma's "tater salad"...

Sep 2, 2017

Daniel Douglas "Danny" Chapman, age 54, of Asheboro died Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Randolph Health, Asheboro.

Born July 27, 1963, Danny is the son of Donald Ellis Chapman, Sr. and Ruby Jean Luck Chapman who has preceded him in death.

Mr. Chapman was a native of Randolph County and a truck driver for Trinity Transport. He enjoyed his job, driving and...

Sep 2, 2017

Charles Reginald Russell, 64, of Asheboro passed away Sat, Sept 2, 2017, after a bout with a malignant brain tumor.

A memorial service will be held at Journey Church at 1801 S Fayetteville St, Asheboro on September 6 at 6:30 pm. Family visitation will follow.

Charles was a retired brick mason and general contractor who was known for his high quality workmanship....

Sep 1, 2017

Gary Lee Hill, age 62, of Trinity died Friday, September 1, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family.

Mr. Hill was born February 4, 1955, the son of Walter Duckery and Ila Mae Johnson Hill, who preceded him in death.

Mr. Hill was a native of Randolph County and was formerly employed in the furniture industry. Gary was also employed as...

Sep 1, 2017

Theresa Jane White, age 69, of Asheboro died Friday, September 1, 2017 at Randolph Hospice House, Asheboro.

Born June 11, 1948, Theresa is the daughter of Wayne Earl White and Geraldine Whitley White, who have preceded her in death.

Ms. White was a native of Randolph County and was a graduate with the 1967 Class of Gray’s Chapel High School.  She was...

Aug 31, 2017

Phillip Anthony Hudson, age 61, of Asheboro passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2017 at Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital in Greensboro. Mr. Hudson was born in Arab, Alabama on February 28, 1956 to Desso and Doris Ford Hudson. He was a 1974 graduate of Asheboro High School and was employed with Georgia-Pacific. Phillip was a member of First Baptist...

Aug 31, 2017

Dr. James Brady Kinlaw, age 99, of Asheboro, NC, died August 31, 2017 at Hospice House in Asheboro. He was born in Bladen County, NC on August 23, 1918. He was the husband of the late Lena McLamb (Billie) Kinlaw. He was the son of the late James Elmer and Cora Brady Kinlaw. He was a 54 year member of...

Aug 31, 2017

Rebecca Jones Watson, age 80, of Asheboro passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2017 at Woodland Hill Care & Rehabilitation in Asheboro. Mrs. Watson was born in Randolph County on May 19, 1937 to A.V. and Pearl Martindale Jones. She was a 1955 graduate of Franklinville High School and was retired from Acme-McCrary Corporation. Rebecca was a member of Franklinville...

Aug 30, 2017

Mary Elizabeth Poole, 1914-2017.

After more than 102 years, The Lord took Mary Elizabeth Poole home on August 30, 2017.

Mary Elizabeth was born in Troy on October 20, 1914 to Mr. Robert Terrill Poole and Mrs. Bessie Pulliam Poole. She was the first of their four daughters, followed by Helen and twins Nell and Madge.

Mary Elizabeth grew...

Aug 30, 2017

Ellion Wilson Knight, age 86, of Randleman died Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, Greensboro.

Mr. Knight was born May 26, 1931 the son of Marvin and Margaret Perry Knight. Ellion was a native of Harnett County and served in the US Navy during the Korean War. Ellion was an active member of Level Cross Baptist Church...

Aug 30, 2017

Helen Elaine Auman Tarlton, age 65, of Asheboro passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at the Randolph Hospice House. Mrs. Tarlton was born in Randolph County on January 27, 1952 to Dennis and Lydia Biles Auman. Helen was a 1970 graduate of Asheboro High School. She was retired from Klaussner Furniture after 45 years of service. Helen was a...

Aug 28, 2017

Dalton Eugene Trogdon, age 80, of Franklinville died Monday, August 28, 2017 at his home. Mr. Trogdon was born September 1, 1936 the son of Reginald Dewey and Lillian Elise Spivey Trogdon. Dalton was a native of Randolph County and a member of Grays Chapel United Methodist Church. He was a truck driver for Burlington Industries which he retired from....

Aug 28, 2017

Annie Ollie McGeorge Gibson from Ramseur, NC and formerly of Roanoke, VA, 86, born October 1, 1930, arrived at the pearly gates on August 28, 2017.

Ms. Gibson was retired from Pacific Fabric Group in Vinton, VA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elliott Fuqua and Orpha Dennison McGeorge, and her husband, Sam Gibson.

Surviving are her children, Linda Ayers of Danville,...