Recent Obituaries from Asheboro, North Carolina
Jim Cleek
May 6, 2026
James “Jim” Ritenour Cleek, age 57, of Asheboro passed away on May 6, 2026 at Randolph Hospital.
Jim was born in Asheboro on April 4, 1969 to Thornton and Martha Brantley Cleek, who preceded him in death. He was a 1987 graduate of Asheboro High School, did his undergraduate studies at NC State University, and obtained his MBA at Western Carolina...
Thomas Michael Wright, Jr.
May 5, 2026
Thomas Michael Wright, Jr., 36, of Ruffin passed away at home on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born in Sayre, PA on April 19, 1990 to Thomas Michael Wright, Sr., and Suellen Louise Stedge.
Thomas had a big heart full of love, especially his mom and nieces, Brianna and Leah. He enjoyed NASCAR and deer...
Deborah Leviner Davis
May 5, 2026
Deborah Ann Leviner Davis, age 72, of Asheboro passed away on May 5, 2026.
Deborah was born in Richmond County on May 24, 1953 to Robert and Beulah Mae Smith Leviner, who preceded her in death. She retired from Tank & Tummy and Ready Mart after 25 years. Deborah was a very caring lady and a wonderful caregiver to her entire...
Tamara Lynn Pilon Broadwell
May 3, 2026
Tamara “Tammi” Lynn Pilon Broadwell, 69, of Greensboro, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Clapp’s Convalescent Nursing Home in Asheboro.
Tammi was born on September 4, 1956, in King County, Washington, to Terry and Patricia Stephens Pilon. She graduated from high school in Missouri and later earned a degree in Accounting from the University...
Katrina Evonne Neelon
May 2, 2026
Katrina Evonne Neelon
Katrina “Trina” Evonne Neelon was born on November 9, 1953 to George and Lucille Nealey in Detroit, Michigan, and went home to be with the Lord on May 2, 2026 in Asheboro, North Carolina.
Raised in Berlin Heights, Ohio, Trina was a proud member of the Edison Charger marching band and graduated Edison High School in 1971. She spent...
Edward Eugene Stills
May 2, 2026
Edward Eugene Stills, age 50, of Asheboro, North Carolina, passed away on May 2, 2026, in Florida.
Edward was born on October 25, 1975, in Asheville, North Carolina, to Eugene Enoch Stills and Wanda Davis.
Edward was a man with a larger-than-life personality who never met a stranger. If he met you, he loved you. He had a gift for making people...
Rita Renee' Wilson
Apr 29, 2026
Rita Renee´ Wilson, age 67 of Randleman passed away on April 29, 2026 at Moses Cone Hospital.
Renee´ was born in Charlotte on May 11, 1958 to Kenneth and Jo Ellen Pennington Wilson. She was formerly employed as a social worker at Staywell. Renee´ loved trying new things. Her hobbies include cooking, gardening, and her flowers. She enjoyed becoming part of...
Delores Davis Cox
Apr 28, 2026
Delores Marie (Davis) Cox, 89, of Jacksonville, AR went to her heavenly home, Tuesday April 28, 2026. Delores was born November 10, 1936 in Alvin, TX.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Susie Davis, brothers Charles Davis and Jerry Davis and son Michael Cox. She is survived by her husband of 70 years Wayne Cox, children Janeice...
Garry Warren Wall
Apr 28, 2026
Garry Warren Wall, age 69, of Asheboro, passed away on April 28, 2026.
Garry was born on November 2, 1956, in Asheboro, North Carolina, to Warren Calvin Wall and the late Evelyn Faye Hancock Wall. He was a graduate of Southwestern Randolph High School.
Garry enjoyed many things in life and especially loved spending time with his family. He was an avid...
Frances Roberts Elkins
Apr 28, 2026
Frances Roberts Elkins
Frances Moreleen Roberts Elkins, 84, passed away April 28, 2026 at Cross Road Retirement Community in Asheboro, NC.
Fran was born August 9, 1941 in Greeneville, Tennessee. She graduated from Greeneville High School, where she met her high school sweetheart, Walt. During their marriage of 66 years, they lived in Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina. She...
"Chip" Arthur Ray Peak
Apr 26, 2026
“Chip”Arthur Ray Peak, 91, of Randleman passed away Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro, NC. He was born in Randleman, NC on January 26, 1935 to Thomas Raymond Peak and Bonnie Varner Peak.
Chip will be remembered for his love of family, friends, and community. He was a very giving man who loved to help any and...
Charles "Leon" Furr
Apr 24, 2026
Charles “Leon” Furr, age 95, passed away peacefully at Randolph Hospice House Asheboro, North Carolina on April 24, 2026.
Leon was born in Asheboro, North Carolina on September 5, 1930, to Rufus and Florence Bulla Furr. He was a graduate of Asheboro High School. Leon enlisted in the United States Army and served proudly until 1954 when Leon was honorably discharged.
Leon...
Ruth Burr Green
Apr 24, 2026
With profound love and gratitude, our family announces the peaceful passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend, Ruth Burr Green on April 24, 2026, at the age of 77. She left this world surrounded by the people she loved most fiercely throughout life, her family. Born on May 14, 1948, in Chesterfield, SC, she was...
Clifford Edward Latham
Apr 23, 2026
Clifford Edward “Eddie” Latham, 71, of Randleman passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro surrounded by his family. He was born June 23, 1954 in Asheboro, NC to James Edward Latham and Hilda Ruth Poole Latham.
Eddie was a lover of life and all it had to offer; he took every opportunity to enjoy every day...
Dwight Franklin Hooker
Apr 22, 2026
Dwight Hooker 83 passed away April 22, 2026 in Greensboro. He was born in Asheboro on September 24, 1942 to Tyson and Mary Britt Hooker, both deceased. Also deceased are sister Sybil H. Brown of Eagle Springs and Bill Hooker of Asheboro, niece Tammy Cromer of Asheboro, nephews Ty Hooker of Asheboro and Dwayne Brown of Wilmington, and brother-in-law, Odell...
Franklin "Neil" Cecil
Apr 19, 2026
Franklin "Neil" Cecil, 91, of Randleman passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday, April 19, 2026. He was born July 16, 1934 in Greensboro, NC to Claude Lee Cecil and Blanch Goff Cecil.
Neil was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend. He cherished spending time with his family. Neil could be found playing golf, fishing...
Craig Eugene Kerns
Apr 15, 2026
Craig Eugene Kerns, age 65 of Asheboro, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
Craig was born on April 24, 1960 in Randolph County to Gene and Marion Fox Kerns. Craig was one of three children and graduated from Randleman High School. He worked most of his career as a truck driver and...
Wyndham Dean Ratliff
Apr 14, 2026
Wyndham Dean Ratliff, 10 months old, was called home to heaven on April 14th 2026. Though his time here was far too short, Wyndham filled every moment with light.
Wyndham loved his momma and daddy more than anything, his brother and sister as well. He never went very far without his favorite teether. His bright blue eyes, sweet smiles, and little...
Robert Lee Laughlin
Apr 14, 2026
Robert Lee Laughlin passed away at his home, surrounded by his family on April 14, 2026. He was born to Floyd and Ruby Routh Laughlin on March 5, 1936 in Randolph County.
Robert was a good man, willing to help anyone who needed it. He would pull over on the side of the road to help someone who had broken down,...
Cornelius "Neal" Griffin Jr.
Apr 12, 2026
Cornelius “Neal” Griffin, Jr.
February 17, 1941 - April 12, 2026
Asheboro, NC
A treasure among us. Neal Griffin faithfully served God, his wife, his family, his friends, his customers, and his neighbors. He was a giver, willing to help anyone with anything. He had a sharp mind and a quick wit. He adored his wife, Libby, whom he met before he was...
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