Obituaries

Local Obituaries for High Point, North Carolina

Mr. Willie Lee Bethea

Mr. Willie Lee Bethea

Nov 17, 2022

Willie Lee Bethea, 79, of High Point, NC passed away quietly in his sleep on the morning of November 17, 2022, at Pelican Health in Thomasville, NC. Willie was born June 20, 1943, in Bennettsville SC, to the late John and Lottie Peguese Bethea. Willie attended High Point City Public Schools. Willie, who was lovingly referred to as "Obadiah", lived the...

Princess Zhoey Little

Princess Zhoey Little

Nov 4, 2022

Zhoey Ariyah Brianne Little, was born to Brittany Morgan and Leroy Little Jr., on June 18, 2021. She departed this earth after such a short time on Friday, November 4, 2022.

Zhoey was a very bright eyed and happy little girl that would melt your heart with her smile. She was adored by her brothers and sisters....

Mr. Charles Smarr

Mr. Charles Smarr

Nov 1, 2022

Charles Smarr, age 59 of High Point, NC died unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at his residence. He was born to the late Charlie Junior Smarr and Pearlie Mae Clark on August 8, 1963. A resident of High Point all his life, Charles graduated from High Point Central High School. Charles was a good brother, uncle, and friend....

Mrs. Lee Anna Williams

Mrs. Lee Anna Williams

Oct 30, 2022

Mrs. LeeAnna McRae Williams, age 86, entered eternal rest on Sunday, October 30, 2022, while at Hospice of the Piedmont-High Point. She was born in Bennettsville, South Carolina, on April 12, 1936, the daughter of the late Anna McRae. Mrs. Williams was united in holy matrimony to Mr. Leroy Williams and to their devoted, loving, and blessed union three...

Mr. Darrell Johnson

Mr. Darrell Johnson

Oct 29, 2022

Mr. Darrell Johnson fondly known as “2 Chanes” 58 of High Point NC, departed this earthly life on Oct. 29,2022. He was born on Oct. 5, 1964, to the late James and Artilla Quick Johnson. Darrell was known for his bold and outgoing spirit and never met a stranger. To know him was to love him and there was...

Richard Archie

Richard Archie

Oct 23, 2022

Mr. Richard Archie was born in High Point, NC on August 29th 1951 to the late Mrs. Mary Abney Archie and Mr. Eugene James Archie on 907 Hoover Street. He made his transition and received his wings on October 23rd 2022. He also attended William Penn High School. He loved the Gospel, and was raised up at Temple Memorial...

Linda Sinkler

Linda Sinkler

Oct 18, 2022

Linda “Faye” Sinkler, 65 years old of Thomasville, NC transitioned to her heavenly home on Tuesday, October 18th, 2022, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Faye, daughter of the late James McLeod and Mamie R. Charles was born on May 31, 1957, in Sanford, NC.  All though born in North Carolina she moved to Brooklyn,...

Stella Williams

Stella Williams

Oct 15, 2022

Stella Mae Williams was born February 5, 1944, to the late Buddy Widemon and Janie Froneyberger Williams, who preceded her in death.

She gained her wings on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at t High Point Medical Hospital. She was also preceded in death by her two sons, Jeffery Williams and Ernet Williams; sister, Secir Steed;...

Rodger Davis

Rodger Davis

Oct 12, 2022

Rodger Rapheal Davis was born on April 27, 1966 in Mullins, South Carolina to Earl Simmons and Versie Mae Davis. In October, 1970, due to the passing of his maternal grandmother; the family moved from Mullins, South Carolina to High Point, North Carolina. Rodger lived in High Point, North Carolina until his untimely passing on Wednesday, October 12, 2022....

Quintin Quick

Quintin Quick

Oct 9, 2022

As a gifted musician, Quintin knew that silence was the necessary space between the notes. Silence was never an absence or a void; simply a brief pause to allow a more significant melody to break through.  Today we stand in that space between the notes, a space that makes room for new beginnings, a space from which God has...

Gwendolyn Francies

Gwendolyn Francies

Oct 7, 2022

MS. GWENDOLYN FRANCIES gained her heavenly wings on Friday, October 7, 2022. She was born on July 14, 1959, in High Point, North Carolina. Gwendolyn was adopted and raised by the late Christine and George Francies, and then resided in Boston, Massachusetts. She was a graduate of South Boston High School in South Boston, Massachusetts. Gwendolyn served in the...

Christopher Barnes

Christopher Barnes

Oct 7, 2022

Christopher Barnes was born on September 20, 1982, to John Barnes and Stella Horne in Baltimore, MD. He was called to his heavenly home with the Lord on Friday, October 7, 2022, at the age of 40. “Chris,” as he was affectionately called by family and friends, was educated in the Baltimore City and County Schools. Chris loved all...

Eric St. Louis

Eric St. Louis

Oct 6, 2022

Eric Lee St. Louis, thirty-five, of Thomasville passed away Thursday, October 6, 2022, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Health in Winston Salem. Eric was born May 30, 1987, in High Point, North Carolina, to Robert James St. Louis and Betty Joe Paul St. Louis. Eric grew up in Thomasville with his aunt, Christine St. Louis Duckworth Snody, late...

Willie Boulware Jr.

Willie Boulware Jr.

Oct 1, 2022

The family will receive visitors at 200 Seashire Court, High Point.

Willie Boulware Jr., affectionately known as Junior to his family and close friends, peacefully passed away Saturday, October 1, 2022, at the age of 71 while at the Hospice Home of High Point, North Carolina. He was born on August 28, 1951, in Great Falls, South Carolina,...

Ms. Jerri Deanne Johnson

Ms. Jerri Deanne Johnson

Sep 28, 2022

On Wednesday, September 28th, 2022, Jerri Deanne Johnson departed this earthly life at the age of 62 at her residence.  “Dee” as she was called was born in Newark, NJ on April 23,1960, to the late Allene Curtis Johnson Turner and Conway Johnson.

She attended Guilford County Schools. Mom loved cooking, looking at wrestling, playing dominos and...

Ernestine Mock Autry

Ernestine Mock Autry

Sep 27, 2022

Early Tuesday morning, September 27, 2022, Heaven paused and waited, angels held their breath, the divine music swelled, and James Autry, Jr. smiled in anticipation…as Ernestine Mock Autry took Jesus’ hand and was guided across the threshold into beauty, light, and eternity. On March 29, 1937, Jerry McReese Mock and Catherine Mock had no idea what an elegant, outspoken...

Anthony "Quan" Davis

Anthony "Quan" Davis

Sep 25, 2022

On Sunday, September 25, 2022, Anthony La’Keim Ja’Qonn Davis departed this earthly life unexpectedly at the tender age of 25. “Quan” as he was called was born in Bennettsville, SC on May 14, 1997, to Lakisa Wright and Anthony L. Davis. He graduated from Marlboro County High School, class of 2016. He accepted the Lord Jesus Christ at an...

Buddy "Buck" Johnson

Buddy "Buck" Johnson

Sep 22, 2022

Mr. Buddy Junior Johnson of Trinity, North Carolina, better known to family and friends as “Buck Wheat” or “Peedy Weedy Straw,” was born in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, on December 15, 1960, to Mrs. Annie Lou Johnson and Mr. Duffie Lee Alexander. He graduated from Woodruff public schools in South Carolina. He later enlisted into the United States Army...

Johnnie Mae Freeman

Johnnie Mae Freeman

Sep 13, 2022

MRS. JOHNNIE MAE FREEMAN was born on March 11, 1947, in High Point, North Carolina. she was a daughter of Mr. John and Annie Bell Murphy Thompson. The earthly life of Johnnie Mae came to a close on Tuesday morning, September 13, 2022. Johnnie Mae graduated from William Penn High School, and she later obtained a degree in Psychology...

Kelvin Mcdowell

Kelvin Mcdowell

Sep 9, 2022

Kelvin Andre McDowell, son of Mr. Dwight McDowell, Jr., and the late Mrs. Lottie M. McDowell was born on February 22, 1971, in Atlanta, Georgia. He departed his life and entered eternal rest on Friday, September 9, 2022. Kelvin had experiences in many different fields such as cosmetology, cooking, HVAC, auto mechanics, and nursing. Kelvin’s final place of employment...

Local Obituaries for High Point and Surrounding Areas

Mr. Willie Lee Bethea

Mr. Willie Lee Bethea

Nov 17, 2022

Willie Lee Bethea, 79, of High Point, NC passed away quietly in his sleep on the morning of November 17, 2022, at Pelican Health in Thomasville, NC. Willie was born June 20, 1943, in Bennettsville SC, to the late John and Lottie Peguese Bethea. Willie attended High Point City Public Schools. Willie, who was lovingly referred to as "Obadiah", lived the...

Princess Zhoey Little

Princess Zhoey Little

Nov 4, 2022

Zhoey Ariyah Brianne Little, was born to Brittany Morgan and Leroy Little Jr., on June 18, 2021. She departed this earth after such a short time on Friday, November 4, 2022.

Zhoey was a very bright eyed and happy little girl that would melt your heart with her smile. She was adored by her brothers and sisters....

Mr. Charles Smarr

Mr. Charles Smarr

Nov 1, 2022

Charles Smarr, age 59 of High Point, NC died unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at his residence. He was born to the late Charlie Junior Smarr and Pearlie Mae Clark on August 8, 1963. A resident of High Point all his life, Charles graduated from High Point Central High School. Charles was a good brother, uncle, and friend....

Mrs. Lee Anna Williams

Mrs. Lee Anna Williams

Oct 30, 2022

Mrs. LeeAnna McRae Williams, age 86, entered eternal rest on Sunday, October 30, 2022, while at Hospice of the Piedmont-High Point. She was born in Bennettsville, South Carolina, on April 12, 1936, the daughter of the late Anna McRae. Mrs. Williams was united in holy matrimony to Mr. Leroy Williams and to their devoted, loving, and blessed union three...

Mr. Darrell Johnson

Mr. Darrell Johnson

Oct 29, 2022

Mr. Darrell Johnson fondly known as “2 Chanes” 58 of High Point NC, departed this earthly life on Oct. 29,2022. He was born on Oct. 5, 1964, to the late James and Artilla Quick Johnson. Darrell was known for his bold and outgoing spirit and never met a stranger. To know him was to love him and there was...

Richard Archie

Richard Archie

Oct 23, 2022

Mr. Richard Archie was born in High Point, NC on August 29th 1951 to the late Mrs. Mary Abney Archie and Mr. Eugene James Archie on 907 Hoover Street. He made his transition and received his wings on October 23rd 2022. He also attended William Penn High School. He loved the Gospel, and was raised up at Temple Memorial...

Linda Sinkler

Linda Sinkler

Oct 18, 2022

Linda “Faye” Sinkler, 65 years old of Thomasville, NC transitioned to her heavenly home on Tuesday, October 18th, 2022, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Faye, daughter of the late James McLeod and Mamie R. Charles was born on May 31, 1957, in Sanford, NC.  All though born in North Carolina she moved to Brooklyn,...

Stella Williams

Stella Williams

Oct 15, 2022

Stella Mae Williams was born February 5, 1944, to the late Buddy Widemon and Janie Froneyberger Williams, who preceded her in death.

She gained her wings on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at t High Point Medical Hospital. She was also preceded in death by her two sons, Jeffery Williams and Ernet Williams; sister, Secir Steed;...

Rodger Davis

Rodger Davis

Oct 12, 2022

Rodger Rapheal Davis was born on April 27, 1966 in Mullins, South Carolina to Earl Simmons and Versie Mae Davis. In October, 1970, due to the passing of his maternal grandmother; the family moved from Mullins, South Carolina to High Point, North Carolina. Rodger lived in High Point, North Carolina until his untimely passing on Wednesday, October 12, 2022....

Quintin Quick

Quintin Quick

Oct 9, 2022

As a gifted musician, Quintin knew that silence was the necessary space between the notes. Silence was never an absence or a void; simply a brief pause to allow a more significant melody to break through.  Today we stand in that space between the notes, a space that makes room for new beginnings, a space from which God has...

Gwendolyn Francies

Gwendolyn Francies

Oct 7, 2022

MS. GWENDOLYN FRANCIES gained her heavenly wings on Friday, October 7, 2022. She was born on July 14, 1959, in High Point, North Carolina. Gwendolyn was adopted and raised by the late Christine and George Francies, and then resided in Boston, Massachusetts. She was a graduate of South Boston High School in South Boston, Massachusetts. Gwendolyn served in the...

Christopher Barnes

Christopher Barnes

Oct 7, 2022

Christopher Barnes was born on September 20, 1982, to John Barnes and Stella Horne in Baltimore, MD. He was called to his heavenly home with the Lord on Friday, October 7, 2022, at the age of 40. “Chris,” as he was affectionately called by family and friends, was educated in the Baltimore City and County Schools. Chris loved all...

Eric St. Louis

Eric St. Louis

Oct 6, 2022

Eric Lee St. Louis, thirty-five, of Thomasville passed away Thursday, October 6, 2022, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Health in Winston Salem. Eric was born May 30, 1987, in High Point, North Carolina, to Robert James St. Louis and Betty Joe Paul St. Louis. Eric grew up in Thomasville with his aunt, Christine St. Louis Duckworth Snody, late...

Willie Boulware Jr.

Willie Boulware Jr.

Oct 1, 2022

The family will receive visitors at 200 Seashire Court, High Point.

Willie Boulware Jr., affectionately known as Junior to his family and close friends, peacefully passed away Saturday, October 1, 2022, at the age of 71 while at the Hospice Home of High Point, North Carolina. He was born on August 28, 1951, in Great Falls, South Carolina,...

Ms. Jerri Deanne Johnson

Ms. Jerri Deanne Johnson

Sep 28, 2022

On Wednesday, September 28th, 2022, Jerri Deanne Johnson departed this earthly life at the age of 62 at her residence.  “Dee” as she was called was born in Newark, NJ on April 23,1960, to the late Allene Curtis Johnson Turner and Conway Johnson.

She attended Guilford County Schools. Mom loved cooking, looking at wrestling, playing dominos and...

Ernestine Mock Autry

Ernestine Mock Autry

Sep 27, 2022

Early Tuesday morning, September 27, 2022, Heaven paused and waited, angels held their breath, the divine music swelled, and James Autry, Jr. smiled in anticipation…as Ernestine Mock Autry took Jesus’ hand and was guided across the threshold into beauty, light, and eternity. On March 29, 1937, Jerry McReese Mock and Catherine Mock had no idea what an elegant, outspoken...

Anthony "Quan" Davis

Anthony "Quan" Davis

Sep 25, 2022

On Sunday, September 25, 2022, Anthony La’Keim Ja’Qonn Davis departed this earthly life unexpectedly at the tender age of 25. “Quan” as he was called was born in Bennettsville, SC on May 14, 1997, to Lakisa Wright and Anthony L. Davis. He graduated from Marlboro County High School, class of 2016. He accepted the Lord Jesus Christ at an...

Buddy "Buck" Johnson

Buddy "Buck" Johnson

Sep 22, 2022

Mr. Buddy Junior Johnson of Trinity, North Carolina, better known to family and friends as “Buck Wheat” or “Peedy Weedy Straw,” was born in Spartanburg County, South Carolina, on December 15, 1960, to Mrs. Annie Lou Johnson and Mr. Duffie Lee Alexander. He graduated from Woodruff public schools in South Carolina. He later enlisted into the United States Army...

Johnnie Mae Freeman

Johnnie Mae Freeman

Sep 13, 2022

MRS. JOHNNIE MAE FREEMAN was born on March 11, 1947, in High Point, North Carolina. she was a daughter of Mr. John and Annie Bell Murphy Thompson. The earthly life of Johnnie Mae came to a close on Tuesday morning, September 13, 2022. Johnnie Mae graduated from William Penn High School, and she later obtained a degree in Psychology...

Kelvin Mcdowell

Kelvin Mcdowell

Sep 9, 2022

Kelvin Andre McDowell, son of Mr. Dwight McDowell, Jr., and the late Mrs. Lottie M. McDowell was born on February 22, 1971, in Atlanta, Georgia. He departed his life and entered eternal rest on Friday, September 9, 2022. Kelvin had experiences in many different fields such as cosmetology, cooking, HVAC, auto mechanics, and nursing. Kelvin’s final place of employment...

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