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Marvorene Byrd Edwards

Marvorene Byrd Edwards, 80, passed away peacefully at home July 10, 2024, in Winston-Salem. Born July 22, 1943, in Wilkes County, Marvorene was the daughter of the late Marvin and Ruby Cockerham Byrd. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Becky Byrd Norman, and her brother, Marvin Richard Byrd.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 60 years, Wayne Edwards; daughter, Marlina Greiwe; son, Byron Edwards; grandchildren, Jack and Melaina Greiwe; sister, Ann Hutchens; sister-in-law, Wanda Byrd; Oliff Jones, her best friend of 50 years, as well as a host of nieces, nephews extended family and friends.

Marvorene, affectionately known as “Marv,” was a bright light to all who knew her. She always greeted you with her beautiful smile and welcoming hug. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and participating in all their activities and accomplishments. She was extremely creative, outgoing  and mastered entertaining, cooking, baking, sewing, crocheting, designing, gardening, traveling (all 50 states and 28 countries) and always cheering for her beloved Tar Heels. A life-long, avid sports fan, coach, Pep-Club sponsor and participant, she was extremely happy during football and basketball seasons.

In her senior year of high school, 1961, she won the 4-H State Dress Review and modeled in the National Dress Review in Chicago. Her sense of style and grace followed her throughout her life and was a gift she shared with everyone. Marvorene attended Appalachian State University and graduated from University of Maryland for her undergraduate studies. She earned her master’s degree in education from Appalachian State University. She taught family living and consumer science for 28 years at West Forsyth High School, shaping the lives of countless students with her wisdom and care. Anywhere she went, she was bound to see a former student who was so very excited to see her and give her a hug. She always enjoyed her “favorite teacher” status and remembering stories from her teaching days especially at reunions. She truly enjoyed her time teaching, mentoring and befriending those she taught.

Marvorene was a very active member in Ardmore Baptist Church since 1968. She taught various ages in Sunday school, loved helping in the nursery, singing in the choir and being a greeter to all. Over the last several years, she enjoyed weekly Handi Crafters sewing garments, supplies and necessities for hospice patients. She also spent several years volunteering at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital achieving over 3,000 hours of service.

A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Ardmore Baptist Church, 501 Miller St. in Winston-Salem.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to The Arts at Ardmore, Ardmore Baptist Church.

Eula Harper Spease

Mrs. Eula Harper Spease was called home on Saturday, July 13, 2024. She was born in Forsyth County on Oct. 6, 1928, the daughter of the late Shirley Lee and Ruth Pitts Harper. Spease retired as an executive secretary from R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company with 40 years of service. She was also a member of the Forsyth County Extension Homemakers for 30 years. She was proceeded in death by her husband of 40 years, Carl Edward Spease; brother, Samuel L. Harper; nephew, Greg Harper and niece, Karen Harper. Eula and Edward were both devoted members of Boyer’s Chapel Church of Christ.

She is survived by brother, Richard H. Harper, Sr. (Brenda); sister, Flora Ruth Harper Forbus; sister-in-law, Tannie Jean Harper; nieces and nephews, Lynda Harper, Lori Craft (Darren), Richard Harper Jr. (Ann), Teresa Hobson (Gray) and Michael Forbus (Shady); great-nieces and great-nephews, Brittany Webb (Tyler), Austin Craft (Peyton), Lauren Crook (Tim), Jake Harper, Nick Harper, Tucker Harper, Katie Law (Doug), Stone Forbus (Carley) and Pebbles Forbus; great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews, Lacey, Cole, Mason Crook and Grayland Webb.

The family would like to give thanks for the hospice care that she received.

Also special thanks to her dedicated care givers for the great care they gave Eula — Teresa C., Mary, Janice, Karen, Vickie and Teresa D.

The family would also like to say thank you to Eula’s special friend, Linda Reid, and wonderful neighbors, Anne and Greg Epting.

The funeral service was conducted at Boyer’s Chapel Church of Christ at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 17, 2024. The family received friends at the church from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service. Officiating the service was Mr. Joel Morris and Mr. Rick Mann.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trellis Supportive Care or Boyer’s Chapel Church of Christ Cemetery Fund, c/o Richard Harper, 200 Suzanne Lane, Lexington, NC 27295.

Caroline Peters Winn

Mrs. Caroline Peters Winn, 96, of Clemmons died on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at her home. She was born in Catlett, Virginia, the youngest child of Joseph William Peters and Harrietta Massoletti Peters. She graduated from Madison College in Harrisonburg, Virginia, in 1949. While working at the Department of the Interior in Washington, D.C., she married Richard M. Winn Jr. of Clarksville, Tennessee, on Feb. 16, 1958. Caroline was a member of Clemmons United Methodist Church. Surviving are her two sons, Richard M. Winn III of Lewisville and Joseph W. Winn of Clemmons. Her family and friends, as well as anyone who met her, will remember her gentle spirit and loving kindness. A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Westlawn Gardens of Memory with Rev. John Fitzgerald officiating. Online condolences may be made at www.hayworth-miller. Hayworth-Miller Kinderton Chapel is serving the Winn family. Donations may be sent to the Clemmons United Methodist Church, 3700 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012, or to the charity of your choice.

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• Candace Ann Creger, 78, passed away on July 14, 2024, at Trellis Supportive Care in Winston-Salem.

• Mrs. Despina “Dee” Thalassinos Davis, 98, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024.

• Karen Edgerton Robertson, 76, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2024.

• Sara Lynn Isom White, 82, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at her home.

• Frances Eileen Reynolds Wilkie, 75, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.

• Ruth Jean Brandquist, 90, of Winston-Salem, passed away after a brief illness on July 9, 2024.

• Arthur Lee “Art” Williams, 69, passed away at home on July 9, 2024, following a brief illness.

• Mr. Darrell Lee Raper went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 8, 2024.

• David Charles Adams, 61, died peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on Friday, July 12, 2024, at Atrium Comprehensive Cancer Center in Winston-Salem.