HIGH POINT – Mrs. Juanita Hill, recently of Culbreth Avenue in Thomasville and formerly of West College Drive in High Point, died Friday, January 22 at home. She was born in High Point on September 11, 1919. Her parents were William Edgar (Ed) Hill and Hattie Murphy Hill. On July 15, 1939 she married Everette Beauford Hill. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, Thelma Hill Allred, and brother, Clayton Hill and two sons, Darrell Dea Hill and Everette Beaufort (“Buck”) Hill, Jr.
Survivors, in addition to her husband, include two sons, Rodney Jonathan Hill (and wife Diane and children David, Ian, and Heather) of Kernersville and Johnny Christopher Hill (and wife Debbie and children Lindsay and Jonathan) of Oak Ridge; a daughter, Anita Hill Bowman (and husband Gray and children Jennie, Erin, Geoff, and Jamie) of Thomasville; a sister, Desma Hill Kearns of High Point; and sister-in-laws who were like sisters to her, Polly Sykes of Trinity, Eugenia Atkinson of High Point, Vida Johnston of Greensboro, and Frances Keener of Archdale.
Juanita lived her life as a care-giver, first taking care of her younger sister from the age of 11; then as homemaker and mother of her own five children and grandmother of nine. She also served ten years as a sitter and nursing assistant at High Point Regional Hospital. Her life was a blessing to her family, friends, and patients as she, with her gentle spirit and in her humble acts of service to others, helped all who knew her grow in their understanding of the meaning of selfless and steadfast love.
The family wishes to express its appreciation to Dr. Bernard Chinnasami, the staff of the Cancer Center at High Point Regional Hospital, and both great staffs of Hospice of the Piedmont, in-home care division and the Hospice Home, for all their support during Juanita’s illness.
A Celebration of Life for Juanita will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, February 6 at Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in High Point with Pastor Sue Gamelin officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made the Hospice of the Piedmont, 1801 Westchester Dr., High Point, NC 27262; Greensboro, NC 27407 the American Cancer Society, 4-A Oakbranch Dr., Greensboro, NC 27407 or another charity of the donor’s choice. On-line condolences may be made at www.mem.com.
Annie Byrd
HIGH POINT – Annie Elizabeth Richardson Byrd of High Point, NC passed from this life on Saturday, January 23, 2010 and is forever in her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior whom she faithfully served. She was born on May 1, 1922, in Salisbury, NC, one of twelve children to the late Addison Pinkney Richardson and Elizabeth Overman Richardson. She graduated from Woodleaf High School in Rowan County and moved to High Point after graduation.
On March 21, 1942, Annie married John David Byrd, Sr. who preceded her in death on September 20, 1995. They were devoted to each other and were blessed with 53 years together. She was a woman of integrity and a strong faith. Annie was a loyal member of Brentwood Baptist Church. She cherished the friendships of her Sunday School Class, the Young at Heart, and also the XYZ senior group of the church. She enjoyed gardening, cooking for her family and friends, and was the good Samaritan in her neighborhood. She was called Mama Byrd by her neighbors. Her life was a lesson in selfless and unconditional love which will always be remembered by her family and friends. She never met a stranger and wanted everyone to know Jesus.
Annie Byrd is survived by a son and daughter: John David Byrd, Jr. and his wife, Shirley, of Hickory, NC, and Sarah Byrd Frith and husband, Richard Frith, of High Point; two grandchildren, Angela Frith Antrim and husband Patrick of Thomasville, and Jeff Byrd and wife Christina of Hickory; four great grandchildren, Aislinn and Paxton Antrim of Thomasville, Ava and Jacob Byrd of Hickory; and a sister, Lois Elliott of Southern Pines.
A service to celebrate her life will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, January 26th. at Brentwood Baptist Church, 2426 Gordon Road, High Point, NC 27265. Pastors Bynum Orr and Carroll Upton will officiate at the service. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. The service will follow visitation. Interment will be at Floral Garden Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 1801 Westchester Drive, High Point, NC 27262 or to Brentwood Baptist Church, 2426 Gordon Road, High Point, NC.
The family would like to express our appreciation for the love, support, and excellent, compassionate care from Hospice of the Piedmont and the Hospice Home. They are truly angels on earth.
“For you will go out with joy, and be led forth with peace; the mountains and the hills will break forth into shouts of joy before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands.” Isaiah 55:12
Online condolences may be made at http://www.cumbyfuneral.com.
Louise Heeb
HIGH POINT – Mrs. Louise Lyle Heeb, 83 of High Point, NC died Saturday at her home. Born December 18, 1926 in Johnson City, TN, Mrs. Heeb is a daughter of the late Charles Gulden Lyle and Adeline Deaderick Brown Lyle. She is a graduate of East Tennessee State University with a degree in Mathematics. Prior to her marriage she taught mathematics in Tennessee and worked for Hunter Publishing in Winston-Salem, NC. In 1962 she married Walter Heeb, Jr. who preceded her in death in 1976. Mrs. Heeb retired from James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA in 1990 as the coordinator of special programs. While in Harrisonburg she was active in the First Presbyterian Church and served as the Clerk of Session for many years. She was active in Pilot International and served a term as President of the State Chapter. She moved to High Point after retirement and enjoyed sewing and quilting.
Mrs. Heeb is survived by a sister, Mrs. Charlotte Lyle Umholtz of Waynesboro, VA and two children; Charles G. Heeb of High Point and Walter Heeb, III and wife Katrina of Staunton, VA. She is also survived by three grandchildren, Adeline Elizabeth Heeb, Olivia Nicole Heeb and Charles Lyle Heeb.
Funeral services for Mrs. Heeb will be held 2 pm Tuesday at the First Baptist Church of High Point with the Reverend Dr. Tim Cannon and the Reverend Joseph Blankenship officiating. The family will greet friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Graveside services will be held 1 pm Wednesday in Johnson City, TN at Monte Vista Memorial Park. The family will greet friends at Appalachian Hartman Funeral Home in Johnson City from 12:00 until 1:00 pm on Wednesday.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be given to the McDowell House, 125 South Second Street, Danville, KY 40422. Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com Arrangements by Appalachian Hartman Funeral Home in Johnson City and Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point.
Gerald Burdick
THOMASVILLE – Mr. Gerald Marvin Burdick, 62, of 235 Shell Rd. died Jan. 23, 2010. Mr. Burdick will be cremated and private family services will be conducted. Online condolences may be sent to the Burdick Family at www.jcgreenandson.com.
William Bryan
LEXINGTON – William J. Bryan 77, of Snider Avenue, died Jan. 24, 2010.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Forest Hill Memorial Park. Davidson Funeral Home is serving the Bryan family. Online condolences may be made at www.davidsonfuneralhome.net.
Walter Dockery
HIGH POINT – Mr. Walter Clyde Dockery, 65, died Jan. 24, 2010 at Hospice Home in High Point. Arrangements are incomplete at Phillips Funeral Service, 1810 Brockett Ave., High Point.
Aleise Alexander
LAURINBURG – Aleise Alexander passed away on Friday, January 22, 2010 at Scotia Village in Laurinburg, N.C. She was a resident of High Point, NC for over 50 years and was married to the late Fred W. Alexander of High Point. She was born in South Norfolk, VA, present day Chesapeake, Virginia, and grew up mostly in Charlotte, NC. She was one of five children born to Julian and Ellie Smith.
Mrs. Alexander was a graduate of Queen’s College in Charlotte, NC. She was an accomplished artist, sculptress, craftsperson, musician, singer and master gardener. She volunteered much of her time to special needs children in the public schools and as a Den Mother with the Cub Scouts. She sang soprano in the First Presbyterian Church Choir for many years.
Mrs. Alexander is survived by her brothers Glenn Smith and Landon Smith of High Point, NC; her daughter Janet Goodson (Greg) of Ocean Isle Beach, NC; her son Stephen Alexander (Paula) of Scottsville, VA; her grandchildren Gary Goodson of Wilmington, NC, Shane Goodson of Wallburg, NC, Christine Willard of Shipman, VA, Rachel Adams of Roseland, VA and seven great grandchildren, Holly, Katelyn Goodson, Sierra Cefali and Wyatt Adams, Jacob, Carson and Zachary Willard.
The family wishes to thank the administration and staff of Scotia Village, the Presbyterian Home, Rev. Ken Broman-Fulks pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of High Point, Dr. Donald Douglass, Mr. John Hayworth, Cumby Family Funeral Service and all her family and friends for their thoughtful support. A private graveside service will be held at Floral Gardens in High Point, NC on Tuesday, January 26, 2010. The family will receive friends at Cumby Family Funeral Service Monday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 pm.
Online condolences may be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com Arrangements by Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point.
Pauline Carroll
HIGH POINT – Mrs. Pauline Thomas Carroll, 98, passed away early Sunday morning at Wesleyan Arms Retirement Community. Funeral arrangements are pending at Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point.
Frank Rose
ASHEBORO – Frank Thomas Rose, 66, died Jan. 23, 2010. Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Ridge Funeral Home Chapel in Asheboro. Visitation will be held from 6 to 9 tonight and other times at the home. Arrangements are by Ridge Funeral Home.
Vickie Yeoman
LEXINGTON – Vickie Marie Newsom Yeoman, 61, of R.B. Sink Road, Lexington and Southport, passed away Friday night at Lexington Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete at Davidson Funeral Home.
Franklin McBride
MOCKSVILLE – Franklin Gray McBride, 72, of Hartley Road, Mocksville, died Jan. 22, 2010. Funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Davidson Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in Chesnut Hill Cemetery in Salisbury. Online condolences may be made at www.davidsonfuneralhome.net.
Ted Newsome
THOMASVILLE – Mr. Ted Clark Newsome, 78, a resident of 100 Kaylan Drive, died Saturday afternoon, January 23, 2010 in the Henry Etta and Bruce Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington. He was born May 19, 1931 in Guilford County, a son of the late Adam Clark Newsome and Susie Henderson Newsome. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was employed with Thomasville Furniture Industries, retiring following thirty-one years of service. He was a former member of the Chair City Squares, Thomasville Lions Club and the Thomasville Y.M.C.A. He enjoyed bicycling and traveling. Loving horses and horseback riding, he was an accomplished farrier. Mr. Newsome was a member of Oak Hill Baptist Church. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Donald Kemp Newsome and a sister, Nancy Shore.
On October 21, 1984 he was married to Mary Hunt, who survives of the home. Also surviving are a daughter, Regina Templeton of Archdale; a step-son, Scott Nealey of Cary; grandchildren, Dawn Newsome of Fayetteville, Johnny Newsome and wife Clara of Boone and Alexander Templeton of Archdale; a great-grandson, Grayson Newsome of Boone; brothers, Jimmy Newsome of Lamar, S.C. and A.C. Newsome and wife Joyce of Thomasville.
Funeral services will be held Monday, January 25, 2010 at 2 P.M. in J.C. Green & Sons Chapel with Rev. Gary Myers officiating. Burial will follow in Holly Hill Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12 noon until the service hour and other times at the home.
In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be directed to the Hinkle Hospice House, 202 Hospice Lane, Lexington, N.C. 27292.
On-line condolences may be sent to the Newsome family at www.jcgreenandsons.com.
Claude Hayworth
HIGH POINT – Claude Rietzel Hayworth, 83, a resident of High Point died at his residence on Saturday morning, January 23, 2010. Mr. Hayworth was born October 10, 1926 in High Point, a son of John Ruffin and Mary Ann Wyre Hayworth. A resident of High Point most of his life, a veteran, he served with the US Navy, Seebees during WWII. Since 1978 he along with his brother J.R. Hayworth operated Hayworth Plumbing until recently. Mr. Hayworth was a member of Montlieu Avenue United Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Virginia Pardue.
On July 27, 1946 he was married to the former Mildred Arlene Ridge who survives of the home. Surviving in addition to his wife are three daughters, Mrs. Diana Jennings and husband J.W. of Kernersville, Mrs. Gloria Craig and husband Terry of Groveland FL; Mrs. Louise Lichtenberger and husband Howard of Pilot Mt.; two brothers, J.R. Hayworth of High Point, Bobby Jo Hayworth and wife Mary Jane of Archdale; nine grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday in the Sechrest Funeral Chapel, 1301 East Lexington Ave., conducted by the Reverend Dr. Karen Hudson. Interment with Military Honors provided by the Randolph County Honor Guard will follow in Floral Garden Park Cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Sechrest Funeral Service on Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Memorials can be directed to Montlieu Avenue United Methodist Church, 1210 Montlieu Ave., High Point, NC 27262 or to Hospice of the Piedmont, 1801 Westchester Dr., High Point, NC 27262.
Online condolences can be made at www.mem.com
Nellie Cook
TRINITY – Mrs. Nellie Mae Keller Cook, age 90, died Saturday, January 23rd at The GrayBrier Nursing and Retirement Center, where she had been a resident for the past nine years,
A native of Tennessee, Nellie was born September 22, 1919 in Monroe County a daughter of the late Hugh Keller and the late Nellie Jane Brock Keller. She had been a resident of the High Point area most of her life and was a member of Mount Calvary Baptist Church. For over forty years she worked, as a sewer, at Slane Hosiery Mill in High Point. On December 28th, 1935 she married Clarence Madison Cook who died July 8th, 1979. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers.
Surviving are one daughter, Joyce Williams and her husband John of High Point; four sons, Jerry Cook and his wife Sylvia of Germantown, Tennessee, Curtis Cook and his wife Kathy of Trinity, Steve Cook and his wife Agnes of Sophia and Harold Cook and Cheryl Sokolosky of Thomasville; one sister Pauline Rogers of Sweetwater, Tennessee; Twelve grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm Tuesday in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale with the Reverend Stephen L. Welborn officiating. Burial will be in Floral Garden Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7:30 pm tonight at the funeral home and other times at the home of her daughter 410 Player Drive in High Point.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of The GrayBrier for their care and concern for their mother over the years.
Memorials may be directed to the Activities Center at The GrayBrier Nursing and Retirement Center, 116 Lane Drive, Trinity, NC 27370. Online condolences can be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com. Arrangements by Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale.
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