Mr. Jack Darrell Marion Sr., 74 of Pinnacle, North Carolina passed away peacefully at his home on November 16, 2023. He was born on August 11, 1949 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to the late Royce Ray and Bettie Ashley Marion. Jack was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, cousin, friend and neighbor. He always made himself available to lend a helping hand to anyone who called upon him. So many friends, family and neighbors knew they could call on Jack for help and there...

Michael Dewayne Owens Sr. passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at the age of 62. He was born March 9, 1961 in Huntsville, Alabama to Dorothy Baker. Michael Owens was a loving husband of 45 years, a loving father, papa, and great papa. He worked from the age of 15 until his retirement. He loved his job and his family. Michael Owens never met a stranger that he wouldn’t help, he would help anyone at any time. He was preceded in death by his mother and stepfather, Dorothy J., and...

Joe Bill Bennett, 93, died Tuesday, November 7, 2023. He was the son of the late Ovington Millard Bennett and Banner Columbia (Lummie) Merritt Bennett. Joe Bill was also preceded in death by his beloved wife Polly and his two sisters Juanita Bennett and Betty Lane. A Korean War Marine Corp Veteran, he retired from The Burroughs Corporation after 37 years of service. A lifelong quail hunter, he also enjoyed buying and restoring old furniture and old Fords. He said his proudest achievement...

Mr. Eric Wayne Blankenship, 54, of Pinnacle, North Carolina passed away in Tennessee on November 5th, 2023. He was born August 2nd,1969 in Welch, West Virginia. Eric was a born-again Christian of Baptist faith. He spent most of his life doing industrial work. He spent most of his career with his work family and friends at Austin Electrical in Yadkinville, North Carolina. Eric proudly served in the United States Army. Eric was predeceased by his father, Virgus Blankenship. He is survived by...

Monnie Gay Tuttle Johnson of King, North Carolina, passed away suddenly but peacefully, surrounded by her loving children and adoring grandchildren on Sunday, November 5, 2023. Monnie was born on January 22, 1951, to Ruby D. and L.V. “Pete” Tuttle. She grew up in King with her brothers, surrounded by cousins and friends who have remained important in her life. Monnie retired from nursing after a long career in both private and public service.  She also enjoyed a real estate...

Mrs. Ada Frances Milby, age 75, of Mount Airy, passed away on October 31st, 2023, at her home. She was born on October 12th, 1948, in Surry County, North Carolina to the late Lacey and Ethel Hicks Starbuck. Mrs. Milby loved sitting on the beach and listening to the crashing ocean waves. She loved her fur grandbabies and loved spending time with her son who was the light of her life. She is survived by her son, Adam Puckett (Gloria); a sister Myrtle Starbuck; grandchildren Emily Smith and...

Ms. Alta JoAnn Horton Wood, age 86 of Pilot Mountain, passed away at her home on Friday evening, October 20, 2023. Ms. Wood was born on September 17, 1937 to the late Willie Ernest Horton & Goldia Small Watson Horton in Carroll County, Virginia. Those left to cherish her memory include her son, James Ray Horton; grandchildren, Angela Horton (AJ) Flippin, Bridget Horton (Chad) Harris & Shawna Horton; great-grandchildren, Destiney Flippin, Valerie Harris, Andrew Flippin, Amber Harris...

Kenneth Lee Nelson, age 77, of Pinnacle, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Kenneth had been in declining health for several years but, he never lost his hope that he would one day be well again, and now he is. He always had a bright outlook and tried to find the best in everything and everyone. He loved his family unconditionally and his family was always important to him. Kenneth had a very strong will and determination in everything he did,...

Ms. Gloria Shaffer Knight, age 85, of Winston Salem, passed away on October 8, 2023, at Mill Creek Nursing & Rehab of Winston Salem. She was born on April 13th, 1938, in Sandy Ridge, North Carolina to the late W.O. Shaffer and Irene Simpson Shaffer. Ms. Knight worked as a medical clerk and enjoyed pottery, flower arranging, and was also a hairdresser. She is survived by special friends and cousins. In addition to her parents, Ms. Knight was preceded in death by her husband, daughter...

Mr. Charles Thomas Watson Jr., age 50, of Pinnacle, passed away on September 30, 2023, at his home. He was born on September 20th, 1973, in Forsyth County to Charles Thomas Watson, Sr. and Joyce Faye Priddy Watson. Mr. Watson worked for Penn Engineering and loved playing guitar, singing, and writing music.  Along with this, he enjoyed fishing with his wife, playing golf, and going to gun shops.  He was loved and cherished by all who met him and will be greatly missed. He is...