Pugh Funeral Home

04/22/2026

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to all the hardworking Admins out there! Today our staff members were treated to lunch as a small token of our appreciation for all they do!

04/22/2026

Join us for a complimentary Lunch & Learn designed to give you clarity, confidence, and real-life guidance when it matters most.

🗓️ May 6th, 2026
⏰ 11:30am-1pm
📍105 Worth Event Center | Asheboro, NC

Hosted by trusted local professionals from Senior Care Authority, Ivey & Eggleston Attorneys at Law, Edward Jones, Saybrus Insurance Partners, and Pugh Funeral Home, this seminar brings together expert insight to help you navigate important life decisions, before you’re forced to.

✨ This event is for YOU if you:

• Are helping care for aging parents
• Want to avoid confusion between multiple children in the future
• Simply want to be prepared for the unexpected

While these topics are often associated with later stages of life, the truth is.. Planning ahead benefits everyone.

Our goal is simple. Help you make informed decisions now so that when life happens, your focus stays where it should, on your family, not the stress of planning.

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04/22/2026

Craig Eugene Kerns

Craig Eugene Kerns, age 65 of Asheboro, passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Craig was born on April 24, 1960 in Randolph County to Gene and Marion Fox Kerns. Craig was one of three children and graduated from Randleman High School. He worked most of his career as a truck driver and also enjoyed operating heavy equipment. Craig was formerly employed with Billy Crews Trucking, Thompson & Arthur Division-Atlanta Inc. APAC-a paving and construction company with 9 asphalt plants, also with CRH Company who When Craig wasn’t working, he loved to watch Drag Racing and NASCAR. Craig is preceded in death by his father, Gene Kerns.

Craig is survived by his mother, Marion “Bobbi” Kerns of Asheboro; brothers, Quin Kerns (Karen) of Ocean Isle, Cary Kerns (Brandi) of Oak Island; nephew, James Kerns (Emilee); and his niece, Isabella Kerns.

The family will receive friends on Monday, April 27, 2026 from 1:00-1:50 pm at Union Grove Christian Church, 3985 Old NC Highway 13 in Asheboro. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 pm on Monday at the church with Rev. Scott Kidd officiating. Burial will be held in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be made in Craig’s honor to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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04/22/2026

Congratulations to our very own "Award Winning" JJ Moore! who was invited to Charleston this week to be celebrated for all the care and compassion he gives to the families in our community! If you are looking to make pre-planning arrangements, give JJ and call at:
(910) 690-0636!

04/21/2026

Franklin "Neil" Cecil

Franklin "Neil" Cecil, 91, of Randleman passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday, April 19, 2026. He was born July 16, 1934 in Greensboro, NC to Claude Lee Cecil and Blanch Goff Cecil.

Neil was a loving husband, father, brother, and friend. He cherished spending time with his family. Neil could be found playing golf, fishing – especially deep-sea fishing, or watching NASCAR. He loved to sing gospel and country music. Neil will be loved and missed by all.

Neil is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Helen Toomes Cecil of the home; daughters, Sue Huff (Doug) of Greensboro, Brenda Potts (Farrell) of Lexington, Linda Thrower of Greensboro, Lisa Beebe (Mark) of Randleman; son, Chad Cecil (Kim) of Randleman; 19 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and two on the way; and sister, Faye Adams. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Edward Cecil, David Cecil; and sister, Jewel Cox.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 1:00 – 1:45 PM Vision Baptist Church in Randleman. Funeral services will start at 2:00 PM with Mark Shelley and Jeff Broadstreet officiating. Interment will follow at Level Cross United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Pugh Funeral Home in Randleman is honored to serve the Cecil family.

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04/21/2026

Wyndham Dean Ratliff

Wyndham Dean Ratliff, 10 months old, was called home to heaven on April 14th 2026. Though his time here was far too short, Wyndham filled every moment with light.

Wyndham loved his momma and daddy more than anything, his brother and sister as well. He never went very far without his favorite teether. His bright blue eyes, sweet smiles, and little giggles brought pure joy to everyone lucky enough to know him. In just 10 short months, he taught us all how big love could be. He showed us a love that none of us knew existed, and his untimely departure from this earth is one that is felt immensely by everyone whose life he touched.

He is preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Tonya Lynn York and his older sister Zoey Yvonne Schwan.

He is survived by his parents Jeffery and Autumn Ratliff (Ramseur), his sister Remi (Seagrove), his brother Raidyn (Seagrove), his paternal great grandparents Brenda and Tommy Tice (Ramseur), Wendy Palmer (Advance), Barry Lanier (Advance), His paternal Grandmother Patricia Ratliff (Ramseur), His paternal Grandfather Jeff Bouchard (Lillington), His maternal grandfather John Dugger (Advance), his uncles Tommy Tice III (Ramseur), Dylan Ratliff (Lillington), Jesse York (Ramseur), Braydon Dugger (Lexington), Josh Hogan (Seagrove), David Hogan (Seagrove) and Robert Bouchard (Lillington). His Aunts Angel Rice (Ramseur), Savannah Dugger (Lexington), Joann Locklear (Lexington), Maggie Stewart (Lexington), and Abigail Bouchard (Lillington). His cousins Jayce Ratliff (Ramseur), Elizabeth Weaver (Ramseur), Timothy Adkins III (Ramseur), Ryan and Kelly Weaver (Asheboro), Lainey Palmer (Lexington), Everleigh Dugger (Lexington), Zola Locklear (Lexington), and many more people who loved him very much.

Our sweet boy will be forever held in our hearts. We love you to the moon and back, Wyndham, until we see you again.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 23 at 11:00AM for visitation with funeral service at the Glen "Mac" Pugh Chapel at 12:00 with Pastor Pete Lamb officiating. Burial will follow at Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery.

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04/20/2026

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04/20/2026

Hadley Mae Kurdian

Hadley Mae Kurdian, infant, of Asheboro, NC, passed away on April 11, 2026.

Hadley was born on September 6, 2025, in Asheboro, North Carolina, to Casey Colton Kurdian and Erica Renee Allmon.

Hadley was a beautiful and sweet baby who was always smiling. Her smile could light up any room, and she brought joy to everyone who met her. She was the light of her parents’ eyes and was deeply loved by her family and all who had the blessing of knowing her. Known affectionately as a “chunky butt,” Hadley was always happy and full of life. She was often passed around and adored by everyone at church, a true reflection of how much she was loved.

She was preceded in death by her great-grandparents, Cecil and Agnes Smith, and James and Peggy Allmon; and her grandmother, Samanthia “Toy” Brabham.

Hadley is survived by her loving parents, Casey Kurdian and Erica Allmon; her twin brother, Hudson Miles Kurdian, and her big sister, Finnleigh Teagan Reece Brady; her grandparents, David and Teresa Allmon, and Greg Kurdian; her great-grandparents, Loretta Stephenson, William and Gayle Kurdian, Clarence and Freida Kurdian Turnage; her aunt, Deanna Allmon Rightmyer (Steven); great aunts and uncles, Barbara Ann Humphrey, Karen Shaw (Kenny), Danny Hodges, Steve Kurdian, Leni Mehlich; and cousins, Jackson and Noah; her aunt, Coty Hartsell; her great-aunt, Nita Smith (Andy) and cousins, Evan, Ayden, and Harper; her great-aunt, Todi Tew and cousins, Eric Heaton and Journey Heaton; Great Aunts Loretta East (Gerald), Carolyn White (Junior), Amanda Allmon, Lisa Jones (Jerry), and Great Uncle Jimmy Allman (Beverly) and many cousins who will forever cherish her memory.

A visitation will be held on April 20, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Balfour Baptist Church. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m with pastor Mark Wilburn officiating. Burial to follow at New Hope Memorial Gardens.

Memorials can be made out to to Balfour Baptist Church

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04/16/2026

Robert Lee Laughlin

Robert Lee Laughlin passed away at his home, surrounded by his family on April 14, 2026. He was born to Floyd and Ruby Routh Laughlin on March 5, 1936 in Randolph County.

Robert was a good man, willing to help anyone who needed it. He would pull over on the side of the road to help someone who had broken down, putting his 60+ years of mechanics experience to use. He loved to fish, loved to go riding, and loved to vacation in Cherokee and Maggie Valley with his wife of 59 years, Betty. He enjoyed getting a bucket of chicken and riding down to the Pisgah Covered Bridge. He liked to tell stories to his family, especially about little known local history. Most of all, he loved his God. A good ol' country boy, Robert will be missed deeply.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his grandsons Michael Laughlin and Brandon Laughlin.

Robert is survived by his wife of 59 years, Betty Laughlin of the home, daughter Angela Wilcox of the home, son Bobby Lee Laughlin of the home, daughter Tammathy Dunlap of the home, his grandchildren; Christopher Wilcox (Kayla) of Randleman, Mia Wilcox of the home, Stephanie Wilcox of Franklin, Matthew Wilcox of the home, Jennifer Dunlap of Randleman, and Mason Dunlap of the home, his greatgrandchildren; Malasia, Natalee, Christopher, and Brentley, and his close friend Harvey Butcher. He is also survived by Fruitloop, his little dog he loved deeply, and Orchid his bird that he loved so much.

Pugh Funeral Home is honored to serve the Laughlin family.

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04/15/2026

Garrett Allen Byrd

Garrett Allen Byrd Obituary

Garrett Allen Byrd went home to be with his Lord on April 11, 2026. Garrett was born on March 21, 1947, to Walter and Ruth Byrd.

He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army. Garrett spent many years working in maintenance and telecommunications, where he took great pride in his work and formed many lifelong friendships.

Garrett and his wife, Mamie, treasured their church family at Forest Park Baptist Church, where they had been faithful members for many years.He was a devoted and loving husband to his wife of 56 years, Mamie Dunn Byrd. Garrett was also a wonderful father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His life was a reflection of his strong faith in Jesus Christ, his dedication to hard work, his unconditional love for his family, and the values he lived by each day.

Garrett was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Ruth Byrd.

He is survived by his loving wife, Mamie Dunn Byrd; his sons, Mark Byrd (Amanda) of Denton and Jason Byrd of Asheboro; his grandchildren, Taylor Byrd Midgette (Chris) of Angier, Chase Byrd of Asheboro, and Braydon Byrd (Brianna) of Denton; and his great-grandchildren, Ava and Eli Midgette.

He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Betty Page (Billy); his niece, Jenny Page McManus (Ben); and his nephew, Jeremy Page (Jennifer).

Visitation will be held 12:30-2:00 Tuesday April 21, 2026 at Forest Park Baptist Church 123 Gum St. Randleman NC 27317. Memorial service will follow at 2:00PM.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/ or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital https://www.stjude.org/

Pugh Funeral Home is proud to serve the Byrd family

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04/14/2026

Cornelius "Neal" Griffin Jr.

Cornelius “Neal” Griffin, Jr.

February 17, 1941 - April 12, 2026

Asheboro, NC

A treasure among us. Neal Griffin faithfully served God, his wife, his family, his friends, his customers, and his neighbors. He was a giver, willing to help anyone with anything. He had a sharp mind and a quick wit. He adored his wife, Libby, whom he met before he was even a teenager. Neal and Libby did everything closely together throughout their lives.

Cornelius ‘Neal” Griffin, Jr. 85, of Asheboro, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026. Neal was born on February 17, 1941, in Wake Forest, NC to Cornelius and Jessie Cone Griffin. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a member and longtime servant at Sunset Avenue Church of God. Professionally, he was Operations Manager at Automatic Vending Service for over 50 years. Neal was gifted at problem solving. He had the ability to repair almost any piece of equipment, specializing in small motors, electrical devices and refrigeration, which he started learning as a teen at Electric Motor Shop of Wake Forest. Being from Wake Forest. He was an avid, lifelong fan of Wake Forst University sports, particularly football and basketball.Neal lived an active 85 years, making the most of any situation, seeking to see everything and everyone through His Lord and Savior. Neal and Libby are together again, in eternity.

He is survived by his son, Cornelius “Neal” Griffin, III (Jennifer) of Asheboro, daughter, Elizabeth “Deanna” Clement (Matt) of Asheboro; sister, Renda Gwaltney (Bob) of Concord; sister, Dovie Feher (Dave) of Myrtle Beach; grandchildren, Christian O’Briant of Concord, Elizabeth O’Briant of Cameron, Lucy Griffin of Charlotte, Jessie Griffin of Charlotte, and Harrison Clement of Raleigh.

In addition to his parents, Neal was predeceased in death by his wife of almost 64 years, Libby Griffin; Son, Marty Griffin; Son, Chris Griffin (widow, Stacy); brother, Bill Griffin (Nellie), and sister, Lola Jarrell (Max).

Funeral services are scheduled for Sunday, April 19, 2026, at 2 pm. at Sunset Avenue Church of God, with Rev. Boyd Byerly and Randy Lee presiding. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, April17, 2026 from 6 pm until 8 pm at Pugh Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions can be made payable to the “US Charitable Gift Trust” with “Neal and Libby Griffin charitable fund” in the memo line and mailed to 928 Sunset Avenue Asheboro, NC 27203.

Neal’s family thanks his many personal caregivers and friends for all they have done.

Online condolences can be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com.

Pugh Funeral Home is proudly serving the Griffin family.

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04/14/2026

LaVerne Bunting Hayes

Laverne Bunting Hayes, age 92, passed away peacefully on April 10,2026, at Copperfield Health and Rehabilitation in Concord, North Carolina.

Laverne was born in Asheboro, North Carolina on January 26, 1934, to Winfred Cox Bunting and Hazel Hill Bunting. She was a graduate of Asheboro High School in 1952. Laverne attended Norristown Business College in Pennsylvania and East Carolina University. She obtained her degree from the City Memorial Hospital School of Radiologic Technology. She worked as an X-ray technician for doctors and hospitals in Florida.

Laverne loved her family deeply and this was evident in that she spent over 40 years of her life doing something she dearly loved, which was researching her family’s history, origin and ancestry. She traced the Bunting family all the way from England to the United States and kept records of each family and all their children. She was a remarkable lady with many talents.

Laverne is survived by her daughter: Dana Camille Hayes Jones and her husband Thomas Craig Jones of Charlotte, and her grandson Keegan Hayes Jones of Charlotte. Laverne was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Don Hayes, a son Don Hayes Jr. and daughter Kyra Hayes.

No formal services are planned currently. Interment will be private at Asheboro City Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her great grandparents Soloman and Louisa Bunting and her great great grandparents William and Abigail Bunting.

Online condolences can be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com

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