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Kenneth "Kenny" PhillipsKenneth Ray “Kenny” Phillips, 55, of Thomasville, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026, at th...
02/19/2026

Kenneth "Kenny" Phillips

Kenneth Ray “Kenny” Phillips, 55, of Thomasville, passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the Hinkle House Hospice of Davidson County.

Born December 26, 1970, in High Point, he was a son of the late James Harold Phillps, Sr., and the late Betty Diana Parris Phillips. On July 1, 1989, he married the former Cheryle Lynn Atkinson.

Kenny was of Christian faith and loved his family unconditionally, spending time with his girls. He enjoyed playing laser light with his Australian Shepard, Emma. A favorite time would be spent walking on the beach of Cherry Grove looking for sand dollars and the perfect seashell. A scratch-off card or a trip to the casino would be a good time.

He enjoyed fishing with his son-in-law, Dylan and his father-in-law, “granddaddy” (Lars Atkinson, Sr.). Mostly a homebody, he enjoyed watching cartoons and movies, especially “Rambo, First Blood”. He enjoyed a biscuit from the Bizzy Bee and tinkering on cars would be a good time for him.

Left to cherish his memory; his loving wife of 36 years, Cheryle Atkinson Phillips; daughter, Kassie Lynn Phillips Cook and husband Dylan of Thomasville; special niece, Karri Turner; brother, Rev. James “Jimmy” Phillips, Jr., and wife Anita of Logan, OH; sister, Angela “Annegy” Phillips of High Point; several nieces and nephews, and a host of friends.

Memorial service will be 2:00PM, Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point chapel with Rev. Jimmy Phillips, Jr. officiating.

The family will receive friends following the service.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

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Doug FaggeWade Douglas Fagge, Jr. passed into eternal life on February 17, 2026, at High Point Regional Hospital.He was ...
02/18/2026

Doug Fagge

Wade Douglas Fagge, Jr. passed into eternal life on February 17, 2026, at High Point Regional Hospital.

He was born in Rockingham County, NC, on July 1, 1941, to Wade and Virginia Barnes Fagge.

Doug attended Stoneville schools, was active in baseball and basketball as well as driving a school bus and helping raise to***co crops in the summer.

He graduated from UNC Chapel Hill in 1968 with a business degree which led him into financial advising for his entire career until 2021 when he retired from Wells Fargo Advisors.

Doug was predeceased by his son, Jason Douglas Fagge.

Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Elizabeth Victoria (Vicki) Barrett Fagge, son, Justin (Amanda) Fagge; granddaughters, Emerson Ann Fagge and Ellie Elizabeth Fagge; brothers, Dennis Fagge (Wanda) and Lee Smith; one nephew, James (Caroline) Fagge;and two nieces; and many special friends.

Doug has been an active member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church since moving to High Point in 1963. He has served in many roles and was a member of the Knight of Columbus.

Doug’s priorities have always been his God and church, his family, friends, community, and career. He especially enjoyed working and relaxing on his farm “at the end of the road” and hearing whippoorwills at dusk.

His good influence on the world will long be remembered as he enters his eternal home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11:00 AM Friday, February 27, 2026, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church with Father Pat H***e officiating.

Condolences can be made at www.wrightfs.com.

Memorials may be directed to: The Children's Home of NC, P.O. Box 14608, Greensboro, NC 27415.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

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Bonnie Jean ToweryBonnie Jean Stroud Towery, 84, of Sophia, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026, at High Point Medic...
02/18/2026

Bonnie Jean Towery

Bonnie Jean Stroud Towery, 84, of Sophia, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026, at High Point Medical Center.

Born October 24, 1941, in Thomasville, she was a daughter of the late Ernest Stroud and the late Ina Watson Stroud.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Douglas Stroud.

Bonnie loved spending time with her family. She had a love for wildlife, animals and nature. She enjoyed watching UNC Tar Heel basketball and NASCAR races. Her sense of humor was well known to many. She graduated from Hasty High School where she was crowned Miss Hasty. She was a wonderful mother, a giving friend and an inspiration to her family.

Those left to cherish her memory; her daughters, Temple Young and husband Benjamin of Avondale Estates, Ga, and Julie Richardson of Sophia; grandchildren, Luke Richardson, Holden Young, and Autumn Richardson; and her sister, Linda Frazier.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

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Elaine Mildred Ramsperger-RussoElaine Mildred Frendt Ramsperger-Russo, 97, of High Point, passed away February 14, 2026,...
02/16/2026

Elaine Mildred Ramsperger-Russo

Elaine Mildred Frendt Ramsperger-Russo, 97, of High Point, passed away February 14, 2026, at Brookdale Senior Living.

No services are planned at this time.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.

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Jo Ann Foster PorterJo Ann Foster Porter, 90, of Thomasville, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026, at her home.Born ...
02/14/2026

Jo Ann Foster Porter

Jo Ann Foster Porter, 90, of Thomasville, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026, at her home.

Born August 25, 1935, in Bessemer City, NC, she was the daughter of the late Daniel Rufus Foster and the late Lucy Dellinger Foster.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 40 years, Robert G. “Bob” Porter, her high school sweetheart, who welcomed her into heaven on Valentine’s Day after over 27 years apart; and her sisters, Carolyn and Betty.

Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Rob Porter, and wife Leslie of Thomasville; her daughter, Diane Roberts and partner Kim of Gainesville, FL; her grandsons, Reid Roberts, Benjamin Porter, and Daniel Porter, of whom she loved dearly; and several nieces and nephews.

Jo Ann was a dedicated educator, retiring after 30 years, most of it spent teaching fourth grade at Liberty Drive School. Teaching was her calling. She delighted in shaping young minds and took special joy in teaching North Carolina history - especially its lighthouses. One of her greatest pleasures was seeing former students return years later with their own children, whom she also had the privilege of teaching.

A woman of deep faith, JoAnn was an active and devoted member of Green Street Baptist Church. If the doors were open, she could be found faithfully serving by counting the offering, preparing and delivering meals, participating in Bible study and Sunshine Fellowship, and quietly helping whenever a need arose. Her Sunday School class became like a second family over the years always showing up for each other in big and small ways. The trips and holiday celebrations anchored her later years and brought tremendous joy.

Jo Ann was well known for her baking. Each Christmas, she and the family prepared special treats for Bob’s coworkers at Thomasville Furniture Industries, baking for as many as 75 people. Extended family meals at Easter were not complete without her coconut cake for the Foster family gathering, and her German chocolate cake for the Porter family gathering. Her pound cakes were legendary, often requested, and one could almost always be found on her kitchen counter.

She was a compassionate teacher, loyal friend, devoted wife, and mother and grandmother who took great pride in the lives and accomplishments of her children and grandchildren.

And she did it all with style, humor, and a little bit of Southern sass. If you cannot join us for the service, please stop for a moment and say a prayer, bake something, enjoy a meal with friends, have an ice cream cone, or go shopping for a new addition to your wardrobe to honor Jo Ann’s memory.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 18, 2026, in the sanctuary of Green Street Baptist Church. The family will receive friends following the service at the church.

Wright Funerals-Cremations of High Point is in charge of the arrangements.

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” Matthew 25:23

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Gary Lynn PayneGary Lynn Payne, 69, of Thomasville, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Hospice Home of High P...
02/14/2026

Gary Lynn Payne

Gary Lynn Payne, 69, of Thomasville, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Hospice Home of High Point.

Born August 3, 1956, he was a son of the late James Clifton Payne and the late Martha Grace Butler Payne. In September 1977, he married the former Patricia Barham.

Gary obtained a Master of Divinity degree from Campbell University in 1981, and following he spent years on the mission field in Cardiff Wales throughout the 80’s. He also served as the Pastor for Green Valley Baptist Church in Lebanon, VA for numerous years. After a life rooted in Christian faith, his earthly journey is finished and he is now with Jesus, his Lord and Savior.

Left to cherish his memory; wife, Patricia Payne; son, Phillip Payne and wife Whitley of Meadowview, VA; daughter, Sarah Madison and husband Phil of Trinity; grandchildren, Stephen Madison, Lydia Madison, Benjamin Madison, Hannah Payne and Samuel Payne; and his brother, Clifton Payne.

"Well done good and faithful servant, enter in to the joy of the Lord" Matthew 25:23

No formal services are planned at this time.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

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Bryan Burton BillingsBryan B. Billings, 66, of Archdale, passed away, Thursday, February 12, 2026, at his home.Born Dece...
02/13/2026

Bryan Burton Billings

Bryan B. Billings, 66, of Archdale, passed away, Thursday, February 12, 2026, at his home.

Born December 16, 1959, in Rochester, NY, he was a son of the late Delos Scott Billings and the late Maria Ann List Billings.

On May 28, 1994, he married the former Wendy Ellen Barnes. He was a Tank Commander in the US Army.

Left to cherish his memory; his wife, Wendy Barnes Billings of the home; sons, Alan D. Rawleigh (Shelley) of Watertown, NY, and Bryan Chais Billings (Amanda) of Moundville, AL; daughters, Bobbie Jo McCann (Leslie) of Hammondsport, NY, Valerie Lin Bumby (Harold III) of Randleman, NC, and Brittany M Richardson (Russ) of Tuscaloosa, AL; grandchildren, Elijah, Gabriel, Keira, Noah, Katelin (Scott), Shelby, Zachary, Josiah, Archer, Reynah, Ronan, Dean and Georgia Kate; great grandchildren, Lilliana, Zeth, Alexandria, and Scott; brothers, Paul Billings (Rita), and Alan Billings (Jenn) and sister Lisa Billings (Jerry Mortellaro); niece, Kendra and nephew, Justin.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a nephew, Bryan Scott Billings.

No services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Bryan B. Billings' memory to Providence Wesleyan Church, 1505 E. Fairfield Rd, High Point, NC 27263.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, Archdale is in charge of arrangements.

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Thomas Goodwin Gordon, JrThomas Goodwin Gordon, Jr., 84, of High Point, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Hig...
02/13/2026

Thomas Goodwin Gordon, Jr

Thomas Goodwin Gordon, Jr., 84, of High Point, passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at High Point Medical Center.

Born August 19, 1941, in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was the son of the late Thomas Goodwin Gordon and the late Harriet Roberts Gordon. Thomas worked as an Electronics Technician in the United States Navy for 13 years and later in the private sector nuclear medical field, ultimately retiring from GE Medical Systems Information Technologies Inc.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia Gordon; son Thomas Patrick Gordon (Jennifer Sessler) of Chapel Hill; daughter Susan Moore (Roger) of High Point; sisters, Kathy Steinmetz (Peter), Anne Brokloff, and Barbara Easter, all of Maryland; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Nathaniel Wetli, Emma and Gene Beuker, Sid Gordon, Sara Gordon and Zev Gordon; and great grandchild, Jayne Wetli.

While in the Navy, Tom and his family lived in San Diego, Puerto Rico, and the country of Morocco. During that time, Tom enjoyed acting in various productions staged on base. Tom was an avid reader and also enjoyed working crossword puzzles. His other hobbies included woodworking, cars, electronics, model trains, and cooking. With his woodworking skills, he built cherished furniture pieces for each of his children. He also enjoyed helping and supporting his grandchildren with various school projects from early grades through the college years. Tom volunteered his time to his church to assist with several outdoor projects such as the memorial garden and the children's play area.

While living in Grafton, WV he custom designed and built a home for himself and his wife Patricia. He enjoyed going on family vacations that included visiting his family in Maryland, visiting his son and daughter-in-law while they lived in California, camping trips to the beach, a train excursion in Cumberland, Maryland, a memorable Alaskan cruise with Pat and an amazing family cruise to the eastern Caribbean Islands with his children and grandchildren.

Memorial services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 28, 2026, at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church in High Point. .The family will visit with friends in the church parish hall following the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Hospice of the Piedmont (https://www.hospiceofthepiedmont.org/donate/)

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.

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Richard Douglas CooperRichard Douglas Cooper, 74, of High Point, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Hospice Home...
02/10/2026

Richard Douglas Cooper

Richard Douglas Cooper, 74, of High Point, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Hospice Home of High Point.

No services are planned at this time.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.

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Allen Marcus WoodAllen Marcus Wood, 78, of High Point, passed away Monday, February 9, 2026, at the Hospice Home of High...
02/10/2026

Allen Marcus Wood

Allen Marcus Wood, 78, of High Point, passed away Monday, February 9, 2026, at the Hospice Home of High Point.

Born December 25, 1947, in Newberry, SC, he was a son of the late Johnny Weir Wood and the late Velma Counts Wood. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Malena Didenko.

Allen was a graduate of Wingate University. He worked in Packaging Sales with Box Board Products until his retirement.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Brenda Smith Wood; sons, Paul Wood and wife Traci, and Bryan Hedgecock and wife Holly; grandchildren, Allen (Hailey), Phillip (Sydney), Will, Nick, Luke, and Hank; his great grandchildren, Aubrey, Brynlee, and Ruby; brother, Phil Wood (Tricia) and sister, Cindy Brewer (Ed).

A private memorial service will be held.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements,

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Roy Wayne BrittRoy Wayne Britt, 74, of Trinity, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Emerald Ridge Health and Reha...
02/06/2026

Roy Wayne Britt

Roy Wayne Britt, 74, of Trinity, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Emerald Ridge Health and Rehab in Asheville.

No services are planned at this time.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.

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Willie Frank Hart, JrWillie (Will) Frank Hart, Jr., 63, of Oak Ridge, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Moses C...
02/06/2026

Willie Frank Hart, Jr

Willie (Will) Frank Hart, Jr., 63, of Oak Ridge, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Moses Cone Hospital.

He was the owner of Hart to Hart Car Wash in Kernersville.

Funeral services will be conducted in Macon, Georgia.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.

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Larry C. Wright opened Wright Cremation & Funeral Service in December 2015 with a desire to help High Point families at one of the hardest times in their life. His honest service and commitment to excellence have served local families well for nearly forty years. Larry's goal in establishing Wright Cremation & Funeral Service is to bring local, affordable and “back to the basics” funeral service to the community. Corporate non-local funeral homes in High Point and surrounding areas have lost their way, providing unnecessary products and services at astronomical prices. This is not the meaning of service and in most cases, not in the best interest of a grieving family. Honoring your loved one with a dignified funeral or memorial service can be achieved at an affordable price at Wright.

On May 1, 2018, Larry C, Wright announced the addition of a second location to be built on five acres in Archdale, NC. Located at 3200 Archdale Road at the corner of Playground Road, the location will have an arrangement office, visitation room, preparation facilities, and a chapel to accommodate 175 guests. Ground breaking will be in fall 2018.

Along with his son, Bradley E. Wright, they will guide you through the many service options available. Wright Cremation & Funeral service is truly a locally family owned and operated funeral service firm.