Obituaries

Local Obituaries for High Point, North Carolina

Anthony Shaquel Quan Powell

Anthony Shaquel Quan Powell

Jun 21, 2024

Family ONLY  ---

Anthony Shaquel Quan Powell also known as "Antman," age 30 of Lumberton NC, passed away on June 21 ,2024 in Fayetteville, NC.

He was a beloved son and brother who will deeply be missed by all who knew him. 

Anthony was born on April 27th, 1994, in Whiteville NC.  He attended and later graduated from Lumberton County public school system....

Timothy "Dankey" Shaw

Timothy "Dankey" Shaw

Jun 10, 2024

Timothy Wayne Shaw, age 57 was born in High Point, NC on December 7, 1966, to Mamie Macon Shaw and the late Thomas Joel Shaw.

He was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 10, 2024.

A resident of High Point all his life, “Tim” or “Dankey” as he was called graduated from High Point Central High School, class...

Clarence Lee Bethea

Clarence Lee Bethea

May 26, 2024

. Clarence Lee Bethea, age 61 of High Point, NC departed this earthly life on Sunday, May 26, 2024.  

 

Clarence worked as a Production Tech at Flowers Bakery for 17 years. Everyone there always spoke very highly of Clarence. His sense of humor and his friendly attitude are what drew a lot of people to him.

 

He attended Ragsdale High School in...

Jonathan Marcus Crump

Jonathan Marcus Crump

May 24, 2024

Memorial Service held at a later date

Franklin "Pete" Kennedy

Franklin "Pete" Kennedy

May 24, 2024

Mr. Franklin, “Pete” Kennedy, age 79 passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2024. He was born December 10, 1944, to the late Rosa Hampton Kennedy and Samuel Lee Kennedy. Franklin attended Manchester High School in Pinewood, SC. He later relocated to Thomasville, NC in 1967. He joined in matrimony to Elizabeth Moore. From this union, three children were born. He...

LaVern "Peanut" Lynette Leach

LaVern "Peanut" Lynette Leach

May 22, 2024

***FAMILY AND GUEST COLOR ATTIRE - BLUE***

ALL WHITE OR PINK FLOWERS - FAMILY REQUEST   

Lavern Lynette Leach, transitioned from this earthly life to her eternal home at the age of 36, On Wednesday May 22, 2024, at Atrium Health |Wake Forest Baptist Health. She was surrounded by her loved ones loving on her when God set her free and...

Charles Warren

Charles Warren

May 21, 2024

Charles Warren, 62, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in High Point, North Carolina. He was born on November 12, 1961, in Marlboro County, South Carolina, to Kermit Miller and Ruthie Mae Harrington.Charles was a longtime resident of High Point; he was always very helpful and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He kept his loved ones smiling...

Vicky Strawberry Medley

Vicky Strawberry Medley

May 13, 2024

Vicky Renett Strawberry Medley was born to the late Johnnie Strawberry and Norma E. Little Strawberry on February 28, 1957, in Tuskegee, Alabama. She entered into eternal rest on May 13, 2024, at the FutureCare Pineview Rehabilition Center in Clinton, Maryland.Major Vicky Renett Medley (Retired) received her early education in the Guilford County Public School System. Upon graduation, she enrolled...

Valerie Simon Hairston

Valerie Simon Hairston

May 12, 2024

Valerie Ann Simon-Hairston peacefully transitioned on May 12th, 2024, under the compassionate care of Hospice of Davidson County. 

She was born on September 5th, 1967, to Elbert Carter and the late Lois Simon in Thomasville, NC.

 

Valerie's educational journey began in Thomasville City Schools, culminating in her graduation with the Class of 1985. 

Following her passion, she pursued hairstyling in Atlanta, GA, and...

Terry Lee Cobb

Terry Lee Cobb

May 11, 2024

A Memorial Service will be held at a Later Date. 

James "Eddie" Brannon

James "Eddie" Brannon

May 1, 2024

James Edward Brannon "aka" "Eddie", 69 of High Point, NC, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. He was born to Berta Mae Traynham Brannon and Allen F. Brannon in Davidson County, NC, on April 1, 1956.  He graduated from Ledford High School in Thomasville, NC. He was a self-made entrepreneur, known by many, he was good with his hands,...

Versie Ann Freeman

Versie Ann Freeman

Apr 25, 2024

Versie Ann Miller, affectionately known to family as VAM, was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on January 17, 1953. She departed this life after 71 years, following a brief illness. Versie completed high school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After graduation, she furthered her education in computer management, which led her to obtain a position with Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania, which later...

Robert Holloman

Robert Holloman

Apr 20, 2024

Robert Lee Holloman, age 69, passed away on April 20, 2024. Robert was born in Darlington SC on July 25, 1956, and grew up in Thomasville, NC. 

 

He attended Thomasville High School, class of 1975. Robert was an amazing athlete, becoming a paraplegic from pole vaulting for school. 

 

Robert enjoyed watching the news, enjoyed learning about the latest technology and any family...

Sandra White

Sandra White

Apr 20, 2024

Services Are Incomplete at This Time. 

Vivian Taylor

Vivian Taylor

Apr 14, 2024

 Vivian Taylor, age 70, of High Point, North Carolina, entered eternal peace with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Hospice Home at High Point.Vivian was born on June 7, 1953, to the late Earl Frank Thompson, Sr. and Mary Jane Brown Thompson in Dillon, South Carolina.Vivian relocated to High Point, North Carolina, in 1995...

Shaymia "Mia" Baxter

Shaymia "Mia" Baxter

Apr 8, 2024

Shaymia Anjileek Baxter was born in High Point, NC, on August 9, 1992, to Angie L. Kennedy and Preston M. Baxter.Shaymia lived in Thomasville, NC, where she attended Thomasville City Schools and graduated from Thomasville High School in 2012. After graduating high school, she worked various jobs throughout her life.She was a loving, caring and devoted mother, daughter, sister, nieces...

Izaiah Walker

Izaiah Walker

Apr 3, 2024

Izaiah Walker, son of Charles and Ada Walker of High Point, NC passed away on April 3, 2024.

 

Izaiah graduated from Lucy Ragsdale High School class of 2022. He was studying at Guilford Technical Community College with plans of joining the Marine Corp. He was last employed at Blaze Pizza.

 

He is survived by his parents, Charles and Ada Walker; siblings, LaDonna Fuller,...

Sandra LeGrand

Sandra LeGrand

Apr 2, 2024

Sandra Bethea Legrand entered to rest on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at WFBMC-High Point Health System. 

 

“Chank” as she was called, was born on January 20, 1967, to the late John Bryant Jr. Of Jacksonville, FL and Lottie Mae Bethea of Dillion, SC.  

Sandra was affectionately known and loved by many. She enjoyed spending time with her children, her siblings, and...

Kevin Ross

Kevin Ross

Apr 1, 2024

Mr. Kevin Bernard Ross age 51, fondly known as “House,” entered eternal rest on Monday, April 1, 2024, 

He was born in High Point, NC on October 31, 1972. He was the first-born child to Joe Eddie and Phyllis Ann Strange Ross. 

Kevin attended High Point Central High School and later received his GED. He had a natural ability for woodworking. He...

Local Obituaries for High Point and Surrounding Areas

Anthony Shaquel Quan Powell

Anthony Shaquel Quan Powell

Jun 21, 2024

Family ONLY  ---

Anthony Shaquel Quan Powell also known as "Antman," age 30 of Lumberton NC, passed away on June 21 ,2024 in Fayetteville, NC.

He was a beloved son and brother who will deeply be missed by all who knew him. 

Anthony was born on April 27th, 1994, in Whiteville NC.  He attended and later graduated from Lumberton County public school system....

Timothy "Dankey" Shaw

Timothy "Dankey" Shaw

Jun 10, 2024

Timothy Wayne Shaw, age 57 was born in High Point, NC on December 7, 1966, to Mamie Macon Shaw and the late Thomas Joel Shaw.

He was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, June 10, 2024.

A resident of High Point all his life, “Tim” or “Dankey” as he was called graduated from High Point Central High School, class...

Clarence Lee Bethea

Clarence Lee Bethea

May 26, 2024

. Clarence Lee Bethea, age 61 of High Point, NC departed this earthly life on Sunday, May 26, 2024.  

 

Clarence worked as a Production Tech at Flowers Bakery for 17 years. Everyone there always spoke very highly of Clarence. His sense of humor and his friendly attitude are what drew a lot of people to him.

 

He attended Ragsdale High School in...

Jonathan Marcus Crump

Jonathan Marcus Crump

May 24, 2024

Memorial Service held at a later date

Franklin "Pete" Kennedy

Franklin "Pete" Kennedy

May 24, 2024

Mr. Franklin, “Pete” Kennedy, age 79 passed away on Thursday, May 24, 2024. He was born December 10, 1944, to the late Rosa Hampton Kennedy and Samuel Lee Kennedy. Franklin attended Manchester High School in Pinewood, SC. He later relocated to Thomasville, NC in 1967. He joined in matrimony to Elizabeth Moore. From this union, three children were born. He...

LaVern "Peanut" Lynette Leach

LaVern "Peanut" Lynette Leach

May 22, 2024

***FAMILY AND GUEST COLOR ATTIRE - BLUE***

ALL WHITE OR PINK FLOWERS - FAMILY REQUEST   

Lavern Lynette Leach, transitioned from this earthly life to her eternal home at the age of 36, On Wednesday May 22, 2024, at Atrium Health |Wake Forest Baptist Health. She was surrounded by her loved ones loving on her when God set her free and...

Charles Warren

Charles Warren

May 21, 2024

Charles Warren, 62, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in High Point, North Carolina. He was born on November 12, 1961, in Marlboro County, South Carolina, to Kermit Miller and Ruthie Mae Harrington.Charles was a longtime resident of High Point; he was always very helpful and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He kept his loved ones smiling...

Vicky Strawberry Medley

Vicky Strawberry Medley

May 13, 2024

Vicky Renett Strawberry Medley was born to the late Johnnie Strawberry and Norma E. Little Strawberry on February 28, 1957, in Tuskegee, Alabama. She entered into eternal rest on May 13, 2024, at the FutureCare Pineview Rehabilition Center in Clinton, Maryland.Major Vicky Renett Medley (Retired) received her early education in the Guilford County Public School System. Upon graduation, she enrolled...

Valerie Simon Hairston

Valerie Simon Hairston

May 12, 2024

Valerie Ann Simon-Hairston peacefully transitioned on May 12th, 2024, under the compassionate care of Hospice of Davidson County. 

She was born on September 5th, 1967, to Elbert Carter and the late Lois Simon in Thomasville, NC.

 

Valerie's educational journey began in Thomasville City Schools, culminating in her graduation with the Class of 1985. 

Following her passion, she pursued hairstyling in Atlanta, GA, and...

Terry Lee Cobb

Terry Lee Cobb

May 11, 2024

A Memorial Service will be held at a Later Date. 

James "Eddie" Brannon

James "Eddie" Brannon

May 1, 2024

James Edward Brannon "aka" "Eddie", 69 of High Point, NC, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. He was born to Berta Mae Traynham Brannon and Allen F. Brannon in Davidson County, NC, on April 1, 1956.  He graduated from Ledford High School in Thomasville, NC. He was a self-made entrepreneur, known by many, he was good with his hands,...

Versie Ann Freeman

Versie Ann Freeman

Apr 25, 2024

Versie Ann Miller, affectionately known to family as VAM, was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on January 17, 1953. She departed this life after 71 years, following a brief illness. Versie completed high school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. After graduation, she furthered her education in computer management, which led her to obtain a position with Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania, which later...

Robert Holloman

Robert Holloman

Apr 20, 2024

Robert Lee Holloman, age 69, passed away on April 20, 2024. Robert was born in Darlington SC on July 25, 1956, and grew up in Thomasville, NC. 

 

He attended Thomasville High School, class of 1975. Robert was an amazing athlete, becoming a paraplegic from pole vaulting for school. 

 

Robert enjoyed watching the news, enjoyed learning about the latest technology and any family...

Sandra White

Sandra White

Apr 20, 2024

Services Are Incomplete at This Time. 

Vivian Taylor

Vivian Taylor

Apr 14, 2024

 Vivian Taylor, age 70, of High Point, North Carolina, entered eternal peace with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Hospice Home at High Point.Vivian was born on June 7, 1953, to the late Earl Frank Thompson, Sr. and Mary Jane Brown Thompson in Dillon, South Carolina.Vivian relocated to High Point, North Carolina, in 1995...

Shaymia "Mia" Baxter

Shaymia "Mia" Baxter

Apr 8, 2024

Shaymia Anjileek Baxter was born in High Point, NC, on August 9, 1992, to Angie L. Kennedy and Preston M. Baxter.Shaymia lived in Thomasville, NC, where she attended Thomasville City Schools and graduated from Thomasville High School in 2012. After graduating high school, she worked various jobs throughout her life.She was a loving, caring and devoted mother, daughter, sister, nieces...

Izaiah Walker

Izaiah Walker

Apr 3, 2024

Izaiah Walker, son of Charles and Ada Walker of High Point, NC passed away on April 3, 2024.

 

Izaiah graduated from Lucy Ragsdale High School class of 2022. He was studying at Guilford Technical Community College with plans of joining the Marine Corp. He was last employed at Blaze Pizza.

 

He is survived by his parents, Charles and Ada Walker; siblings, LaDonna Fuller,...

Sandra LeGrand

Sandra LeGrand

Apr 2, 2024

Sandra Bethea Legrand entered to rest on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at WFBMC-High Point Health System. 

 

“Chank” as she was called, was born on January 20, 1967, to the late John Bryant Jr. Of Jacksonville, FL and Lottie Mae Bethea of Dillion, SC.  

Sandra was affectionately known and loved by many. She enjoyed spending time with her children, her siblings, and...

Kevin Ross

Kevin Ross

Apr 1, 2024

Mr. Kevin Bernard Ross age 51, fondly known as “House,” entered eternal rest on Monday, April 1, 2024, 

He was born in High Point, NC on October 31, 1972. He was the first-born child to Joe Eddie and Phyllis Ann Strange Ross. 

Kevin attended High Point Central High School and later received his GED. He had a natural ability for woodworking. He...

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