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Local Obituaries for High Point, North Carolina

Rhunetta Shields Mccoy

Rhunetta Shields Mccoy

Jun 15, 2017

Rhunetta Shields McCoy, age 79 gained her wings and went home to be with our Father on Thursday, June 15, 2017.  She was born September 16, 1937 in Cheraw, SC on June 15, 2017 to James Thomas and Laura McDonald Shields.

Rhunetta attended Wesley United Methodist Church of Cheraw, SC.  She was formerly with employed at Myrtle...

Charles Yoes

Charles Yoes

May 31, 2017

Charles Yoes, age 78 of High Point passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at his residence. A life long resident of High Point, Charles was born on January 21, 1939 to the late Phillip Yours and Elmina Lomax. He is survived by four children; Don Ijames, Elmina Autry, Wannetta Ijames, and Tia Hughes all of High Point; one...

Ronald Wright

Ronald Wright

May 19, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for Ronald Eugene Wright. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dewey Johnson

Dewey Johnson

May 18, 2017

On Thursday, May 18, 2017, Dewey Johnson Sr., age 49 departed this life at High Point Regional Health System. Dewey was born June 21, 1967, to Jessie Kollock and Eula Mae Johnson Livingston in Cheraw, SC.

He was a member of the Korner Boyz Motorcycle Club and loved motorcycles.  Dewey was always the life of the party and...

David Robinson

David Robinson

May 13, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for David Junior Robinson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nester Mccallum

Nester Mccallum

May 9, 2017

Nester Patricia McCallum, 78, our beloved mother, grandmother, and sister peacefully passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at High Point Regional Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her son, Stanley Johnson.

Leaving behind to cherish her memories include: her daughter, Vickie Johnson two grandchildren, Tekisha Johnson and Latasha Gidderon; four great-grandchildren, Jaylen, Chase,...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

May 3, 2017

Sarah Ann Johnson, age 75, of High Point, NC passed away peacefully in her home on May 3, 2017. She was the daughter of James W. Mack Sr. and Grace McMullins.

Sarah was a caring and loving person in her community.  She was known for cooking up delicious meals, feeding her neighbors and encouraging them to return...

Dorothy Cox

Dorothy Cox

May 1, 2017

Mrs. Dorothy Mae Rosebud Cox “Mae”, daughter of the late John and Jessie Rosebud was born April 22, 1942 in Lamar, South Carolina.

She was united in holy matrimony to Harvey Lester Cox, on July 2 of 1960. This union was blessed with five children. Harvey preceded her in death on June 25, 2007.

As...

Dorothy Spencer

Dorothy Spencer

May 1, 2017

Dorothy Long Benton Spencer, age 79 died on May 1, 2017 at Hospice Home at High Point.  She was born in Whiteville, NC on July 16, 1937.  She was one of ten children to Roy Bennie Long and Viola Hathaway Long.

Dorothy graduated from Whiteville High School.  She was married to James Linwood Benton in Whiteville in...

Gladys Mateo

Gladys Mateo

Apr 30, 2017

Gladys Smith Mateo, age 73 of Elizabeth Town entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 30, 2017.  She recently relocated to High Point, NC.  Gladys was born August 27, 1943 to the late Robert and Isazarah Smith in Bladen Co. NC.

Gladys was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Santos Padillia Mateo; her youngest son,...

Nathaneal Blockman

Nathaneal Blockman

Apr 27, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for Nathaneal Blockman. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Martha "Ma" Johnson

Martha "Ma" Johnson

Apr 19, 2017

Mrs. Martha “Ma” Johnson, age 100 departed this earthly life on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at her residence.

Martha Ella Brown Johnson was born in Bennettsville, SC to the late Mr. Lawrence and Mrs. Ella Sainter Brown on July 11,1916.

Mother Johnson was known as a pillar of the community. Her commitment to service prompted a...

Cynthia Anderson

Cynthia Anderson

Apr 17, 2017

Cynthia Little Anderson, 62, of High Point, NC, victoriously and peacefully ended her fight and went into heavenly sleep on Monday, April 17th at the Hospice of the Piedmont. Cynthia Anderson was born in High Point, NC on March 27, 1955. She graduated from High Point Central High School. Cynthia Anderson worked as a dedicated knitting-line technician and research...

Frank Mcclean

Frank Mcclean

Apr 16, 2017

Mr. Frank Allen McClean Jr., age 59 of High Point, NC was called to his final resting place on Sunday, April 16, 2017 at High Pont Regional Health System.  Frank was born on October 19, 1957 to the late Frank Allen Sr. and Lillie Bell McMillian McClean in Fayetteville, NC.

He later relocated and was a resident...

John "Kool Rat" Robinson Iii

John "Kool Rat" Robinson Iii

Apr 13, 2017

Mr. John Oliver Robinson III, “Kool Rat,” 61 departed this earthly life on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at High Point Regional Hospital.

He was born in Albany, NY to the late John Oliver II and Emma Jane Robinson on March 19, 1956.

“Kool Rat” as he was known to family and friends worked as a...

Shirley Mckever

Shirley Mckever

Apr 6, 2017

On April 6, 2017, Shirley McKever passed away at High Point Kidney Center.

Shirley Fuller McKever was born September 10, 1945, to Mr. Ben and Mrs. Amanda Johnson Fuller.  As a native of Marlboro County, SC she received her education from Marlboro County Schools.

As a loving mother, grandmother and sister, Shirley had a heart...

James Foster

James Foster

Apr 2, 2017

Mr. James Thomas Foster, 66 departed this earthly life on Sunday, April 2, 2017 at High Point Regional Health System.  He was born June 28, 1950 to the late

Roosevelt and Blanch Diggs Foster in Anson County, NC.

James worked as a long haul truck driver before retiring due to health reasons.  He enjoyed singing,...

Bishop James Dodson

Bishop James Dodson

Mar 31, 2017

Bishop James Cleveland Dodson of Asheboro, NC went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday March 31, 2017.  His wish was honored to spend his last days at the home of his “Baby Girl” & Son-in-law.  The Family will be forever grateful for the abundance of love and exceptional care that was given to this great...

Barbara Cooper

Barbara Cooper

Mar 29, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for Barbara Carol Cooper. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Eileen Silvio

Eileen Silvio

Mar 26, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for Eileen Norma (Dickinson) Silvio. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Local Obituaries for High Point and Surrounding Areas

Rhunetta Shields Mccoy

Rhunetta Shields Mccoy

Jun 15, 2017

Rhunetta Shields McCoy, age 79 gained her wings and went home to be with our Father on Thursday, June 15, 2017.  She was born September 16, 1937 in Cheraw, SC on June 15, 2017 to James Thomas and Laura McDonald Shields.

Rhunetta attended Wesley United Methodist Church of Cheraw, SC.  She was formerly with employed at Myrtle...

Charles Yoes

Charles Yoes

May 31, 2017

Charles Yoes, age 78 of High Point passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2017 at his residence. A life long resident of High Point, Charles was born on January 21, 1939 to the late Phillip Yours and Elmina Lomax. He is survived by four children; Don Ijames, Elmina Autry, Wannetta Ijames, and Tia Hughes all of High Point; one...

Ronald Wright

Ronald Wright

May 19, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for Ronald Eugene Wright. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dewey Johnson

Dewey Johnson

May 18, 2017

On Thursday, May 18, 2017, Dewey Johnson Sr., age 49 departed this life at High Point Regional Health System. Dewey was born June 21, 1967, to Jessie Kollock and Eula Mae Johnson Livingston in Cheraw, SC.

He was a member of the Korner Boyz Motorcycle Club and loved motorcycles.  Dewey was always the life of the party and...

David Robinson

David Robinson

May 13, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for David Junior Robinson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Nester Mccallum

Nester Mccallum

May 9, 2017

Nester Patricia McCallum, 78, our beloved mother, grandmother, and sister peacefully passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2017 at High Point Regional Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her son, Stanley Johnson.

Leaving behind to cherish her memories include: her daughter, Vickie Johnson two grandchildren, Tekisha Johnson and Latasha Gidderon; four great-grandchildren, Jaylen, Chase,...

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

May 3, 2017

Sarah Ann Johnson, age 75, of High Point, NC passed away peacefully in her home on May 3, 2017. She was the daughter of James W. Mack Sr. and Grace McMullins.

Sarah was a caring and loving person in her community.  She was known for cooking up delicious meals, feeding her neighbors and encouraging them to return...

Dorothy Cox

Dorothy Cox

May 1, 2017

Mrs. Dorothy Mae Rosebud Cox “Mae”, daughter of the late John and Jessie Rosebud was born April 22, 1942 in Lamar, South Carolina.

She was united in holy matrimony to Harvey Lester Cox, on July 2 of 1960. This union was blessed with five children. Harvey preceded her in death on June 25, 2007.

As...

Dorothy Spencer

Dorothy Spencer

May 1, 2017

Dorothy Long Benton Spencer, age 79 died on May 1, 2017 at Hospice Home at High Point.  She was born in Whiteville, NC on July 16, 1937.  She was one of ten children to Roy Bennie Long and Viola Hathaway Long.

Dorothy graduated from Whiteville High School.  She was married to James Linwood Benton in Whiteville in...

Gladys Mateo

Gladys Mateo

Apr 30, 2017

Gladys Smith Mateo, age 73 of Elizabeth Town entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 30, 2017.  She recently relocated to High Point, NC.  Gladys was born August 27, 1943 to the late Robert and Isazarah Smith in Bladen Co. NC.

Gladys was also preceded in death by her loving husband, Santos Padillia Mateo; her youngest son,...

Nathaneal Blockman

Nathaneal Blockman

Apr 27, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for Nathaneal Blockman. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Martha "Ma" Johnson

Martha "Ma" Johnson

Apr 19, 2017

Mrs. Martha “Ma” Johnson, age 100 departed this earthly life on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at her residence.

Martha Ella Brown Johnson was born in Bennettsville, SC to the late Mr. Lawrence and Mrs. Ella Sainter Brown on July 11,1916.

Mother Johnson was known as a pillar of the community. Her commitment to service prompted a...

Cynthia Anderson

Cynthia Anderson

Apr 17, 2017

Cynthia Little Anderson, 62, of High Point, NC, victoriously and peacefully ended her fight and went into heavenly sleep on Monday, April 17th at the Hospice of the Piedmont. Cynthia Anderson was born in High Point, NC on March 27, 1955. She graduated from High Point Central High School. Cynthia Anderson worked as a dedicated knitting-line technician and research...

Frank Mcclean

Frank Mcclean

Apr 16, 2017

Mr. Frank Allen McClean Jr., age 59 of High Point, NC was called to his final resting place on Sunday, April 16, 2017 at High Pont Regional Health System.  Frank was born on October 19, 1957 to the late Frank Allen Sr. and Lillie Bell McMillian McClean in Fayetteville, NC.

He later relocated and was a resident...

John "Kool Rat" Robinson Iii

John "Kool Rat" Robinson Iii

Apr 13, 2017

Mr. John Oliver Robinson III, “Kool Rat,” 61 departed this earthly life on Thursday, April 13, 2017 at High Point Regional Hospital.

He was born in Albany, NY to the late John Oliver II and Emma Jane Robinson on March 19, 1956.

“Kool Rat” as he was known to family and friends worked as a...

Shirley Mckever

Shirley Mckever

Apr 6, 2017

On April 6, 2017, Shirley McKever passed away at High Point Kidney Center.

Shirley Fuller McKever was born September 10, 1945, to Mr. Ben and Mrs. Amanda Johnson Fuller.  As a native of Marlboro County, SC she received her education from Marlboro County Schools.

As a loving mother, grandmother and sister, Shirley had a heart...

James Foster

James Foster

Apr 2, 2017

Mr. James Thomas Foster, 66 departed this earthly life on Sunday, April 2, 2017 at High Point Regional Health System.  He was born June 28, 1950 to the late

Roosevelt and Blanch Diggs Foster in Anson County, NC.

James worked as a long haul truck driver before retiring due to health reasons.  He enjoyed singing,...

Bishop James Dodson

Bishop James Dodson

Mar 31, 2017

Bishop James Cleveland Dodson of Asheboro, NC went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday March 31, 2017.  His wish was honored to spend his last days at the home of his “Baby Girl” & Son-in-law.  The Family will be forever grateful for the abundance of love and exceptional care that was given to this great...

Barbara Cooper

Barbara Cooper

Mar 29, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for Barbara Carol Cooper. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Eileen Silvio

Eileen Silvio

Mar 26, 2017

An obituary is not available at this time for Eileen Norma (Dickinson) Silvio. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

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