All Obituaries

Marion Jean "NanNoo" Spencer, 85, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2019 surrounded by loved ones at Hospice Home at High Point. Marion was born in the Florence Community of Guilford County on May 18, 1934 and a William Penn High School alumnus. She treasured time with family and friends and until her health declined, she was an active member of Memorial United Methodist Church.  She was a nurturer of faith and loved to prepare delicious meals that she shared graciously....

Mr. James Larry Smith, 76, transitioned on October 14, 2019.  James was born on August 17, 1943 to Craven Smith and Ida Mae Miller Smith in High Point, North Carolina.   A longtime Thomasville resident, he was a graduate of Church Street High School.  He was known for his many talents that included singing, football, and playing the trombone. A man of faith, he was a member of Central United Methodist Church where he served as a deacon and trustee.  He was a big 49ers...

James “JJ” Ewings, Jr., 87 transitioned on October 8, 2019 in New Jersey.  A former resident of High Point, he was born on December 1, 1931 to James Ewings, Sr. and Rosa D. Ewings. In Addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his siblings, Elmira LeGrande, Fanny Storr; and Manley LeGrande. James received his early education in Guilford County and later joined the United States Army. He was known for his attention to detail, and for being very stylish and...

Rebecca Ann Gray Thompson departed this life Friday, September 27, 2019.  Rebecca was born April 14, 1940 to Otis and Beulah G. Gibson in Randolph County, North Carolina.  Rebecca graduated from William Penn High School and furthered her education at Shaw University.  She was employed at Clarendon Industries for over 20 years and retired from Randolph County Schools System.  Rebecca love the Lord and professed her faith while attending First Baptist Church,...

Ms. Juan Latoria Hairston transitioned to her heavenly home on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at her residence.  She was born to Samuel Hairston and Dixie Artis Hairston in Rockingham County, North Carolina on May 10, 1963. A Celebration of Life will be given at 12:00 noon, on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Oak Ridge First Baptist Church, 2445 Oak Ridge Rd., Oak Ridge, NC.  The family will receive visitors and friends from 11:00am to 12 noon at the church.  Burial will follow at...

Mrs. Jeanette Spikes Roberts, 90, transitioned on Wednesday September 18, 2019.  Jeanette was born on September 24, 1928 to Miller Spikes and Emma Sanders Spikes in Cleveland County, North Carolina. Mrs. Roberts loved the Lord with all her heart and enjoyed devoting time to her daily scriptures, gospel music and Bible study.  She was a dedicated member of Greater First United Baptist Church.  She also cherished her time with family, making people laugh, cooking, taking trips...

De’Anthony Little, 17, died unexpectedly on September 17, 2019.  A funeral service will be 1pm on Saturday, September 28th at Temple Memorial Baptist Church, 1458 Cedrow Dr. Family visitation will be 12 to 1pm at the church.  Johnson and Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Ms. Erica Lashawn Dockery, 36, of High Point transitioned on Monday, September 2, 2019 at Hospice Home of High Point surrounded by loved ones. Erica was born on February 28, 1983 in Greensboro, North Carolina to Dottis L. Poole, Jr. and Pamela Barnes.  She was later chosen for adoption by Mrs. Katie Z. Dockery of High Point who loved and care for her as her own. Erica was preceded in death by both her birth mother, and adopted mother. Surviving relatives include her precious...

Anita Lavonne Kearns, 67, transitioned on Thursday, August 22, 2019 at Woodland Hill Center.  Anita was born on September 19, 1951 in High Point to William T. Kearns and Rosa Kirkland Kearns.  She had been a longtime resident of Thomasville where she attended Thomasville City Schools and graduated in 1972. A woman of faith, she was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church where she served as a missionary, on the nurses’ ministries, Sunday school attendee and Greeter. Anita was...

Mrs. Katie DuBoise Wright transitioned on Friday at Hospice Home at High Point. A Celebration of life will be given on August 24, 2019 in her home town of Shreveport Louisiana,  Burial will be follow at Lincoln Memorial Park in Shreveport.