Bertha Goode

May 22, 2018

Ms. Bertha Gail Patricia Goode, departed this life on May 22, 2018 at her home in High Point, NC.

A resident of High Point al of her life, Bertha was born to the late Hubert Charles Goode Sr. and Theresa Harris Goode on September 8, 1960.  She attended the High Point Public Schools.

Bertha was...

Pearlie Smith Hawkins

May 14, 2018

Mrs. Pearlie Smith Hawkins, age 72 passed away on May 14, 2018, at High Point Regional Hospital. 

Born April 7, 1946, in Maxton, NC. She worked at Silver Knit and High Point University.

Survivors include her husband, Charlie Hawkins Jr., her son; James David Smith, a daughter; Mary Alice Jackson, her grandchildren, Jermaine Covington, James Covington and Veronica Smith, Stepmother, Eunice Smith,...

Iris Johnson

May 8, 2018

Iris Latisha Johnson, 41, a native of Dillon, SC, passed away on Tuesday, May 8, 2018. She was born December 17, 1976, to Prentis and Beatrice Bethea of Dillon, SC. Married on May 5, 2001, Iris was a devoted wife to her husband, Darian Johnson of High Point, NC and loving mother to her two daughters, Kierra Johnson and...

James Rush

Apr 30, 2018

James Leroy Rush, 69, of Trinity, NC, passed away on Monday, April 30,2018, at Staywell Senior Care in Asheboro, NC. He was born in Trinity, NC on August 8, 1948, to Harold Rush and Mary Florence Gray. He is survived by his wife, Linda McEachin Rush of the home, other family and friends that were dear to James.

Willie Dukes Sr

Apr 19, 2018

Willie Fred Dukes Sr. AKA "Big-EM" Age 70, a Veteran of the Vietnam War, passed away peacefully, Thursday, April 19, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Hospital, Winston Salem, NC, after a long battle with multiple illnesses.

He was predeceased by one son, Willie Fred Dukes. Jr.

Willie will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Eva (Van)...

Tyree Miller

Apr 17, 2018

Tyree Ryshone Miller departed this life on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. He was born on January 9, 1979 in High Point, North Carolina to Linda Miller and Haywood Watson.

Tyree also known as “Ty” or “Thug” was a loving family man. He had a heart of gold. If you ever needed anything, and he had it, he...

Lynn Baskins

Apr 17, 2018

Lynn Christopher Baskins, age 33, departed this earthly life, and took flight to rest in the bosom of his heavenly father on Tuesday, April 17, 2018.

Lynn was born to Jennie M. Bethea and Lender Baskin on March 3, 1985 in High Point, NC.  “Bunga” as he was affectionately known to many was a fun, loving, and...

Tyrone Davis

Apr 16, 2018

Tyrone John Davis, 47, passed away on Monday, April 16. 2018. He was born on March 16, 1971, to Troy Davis Jr and Johnnie Ruth Crosby Davis, in Deland, FL. Tyrone is survived by his wife, Cimee Alston, and other family members and friends that were very dear to him. He will surely be missed.

Frances Akoje

Apr 14, 2018

Francis Akoje, 37, passed away on Saturday, April 14, 2018, at his residence. Francis was born on March 22,1981 in Bendel, Nigeria to Patrick Akate and Ernestina Akoje.

He was a resident of High Point, NC. He was married to Charity Amabi, Francis's career was in nursing. He is survived by his wife, his family and other...

Cecilia Minimila

Apr 11, 2018

Cecilia Marko Mini Mila, 35, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at High Point Regional UNC Care. She was born on December 12, 1982, in Torit, Sudan, to Marko Mini Mila and Margret Waranga Mobula. She is survived by her son, Edema Mini Mila, her mother, Margret Waranga Mobula, her brother, Sharki Mila, her sisters, Salwa Mena, Rebecca...

Virginia Burris

Apr 6, 2018

Virginia “Ginny Cake” Burris (83); was born on December 24, 1934 to Gurther and Mary Abney Horne and raised in High Point, NC.  Virginia was known for her love of God and positive outlook on life.  She was a member of First Emmanuel Baptist Church of High Point, NC where she made her life’s work dedicated to being the...

Calvin Richard

Apr 3, 2018

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Isaiah Murphy

Apr 3, 2018

Incomplete at this time

Kendrick Simmons

Apr 2, 2018

Kendrick Antwan Simmons, “Buddy” age 37 of High Point departed this earthly life on Monday, April 2, 2018.  He was welcomed into this world by Dorothy Simmons Moore and Walter Fuller on April 5, 1980 in Bennettsville, SC.

Kendrick graduated from Pleasant Valley High school and later attended Hampton College.  He was an awesome basketball player, very...

Pasquel Akok Tor

Mar 28, 2018

Saturday, April 7, 2018

1:00 PM

St. Mary's Catholic Church

812 Duke Street, Greensboro NC

Radeyah Hamid

Mar 28, 2018

Vanta Jones known as Radeyah Hamid. Also known as Ms. Vicky to some, a second Mother, and Educator. She was the daughter of Joseph Jones Sr., and the late Ruby L. Parker. After graduating from high school, Radeyah attended and graduated from Montgomery College with a 3.0 GPA.  Following her training, she began her career as a security guard and the medical...

Jennie Mae Johnson

Mar 25, 2018

The life of Jennie Mae Smith-Johnson. Jennie was a wonderful woman that was loved, is missed, and will always be cherished. Our “Jent,” as she liked to be called, was dedicated to her family, her friends and her church, Greater New Hope Baptist Church. She made the best sweet potato pies and is known for her decorative skills and...

Alfred Taylor

Mar 20, 2018

On March 20, 2018, Alfred Taylor 75 of High Point, NC departed his earthly life.  He was born June 24, 1942 in Durham, NC to the late Mabel Bethea.

At a young age Al moved to Nyack, NY to be raised by his aunts Celestine Barney and Eva Bond.  He attended Nyack High School where he played...

Bernice Rogers

Mar 12, 2018

Mrs. Bernice Cooper Rogers, age 94, departed this earthly life peacefully on Monday, March 12, 2018 at her residence.  She was born January 16, 1924 to the late Carrie McBride Williams in Gibson, NC.

Mrs. Rogers was a member of New Horizon Baptist Church and served actively until her health declined.  She had an instinctive relationship with...

Leola Jones

Mar 10, 2018

On Saturday, March 10, 2018, Leola Marcella Jones-Waden, 70, was called to her eternal home.

She was born June 24, 1947 in High Point, NC; the third out of ten children, Leola born to Viola Feimster and Arthur Waden, Sr.  She attended Guilford County Schools.

Leola was a loving and kind mother, grandmother, sister, aunt,...