Slate Funeral Home

04/22/2026

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04/21/2026

Patricia “Pat” Ann Lane McCormick, 79, of To***coville, NC, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her beloved family.

Ms. McCormick, born in Forsyth County, NC, on August 14, 1946, to the late John Wesley and Ida Boles Lane, found joy in serving the students of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools by safely transporting them each day. Her dedication extended beyond the bus route, as she served as president of the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Bus Drivers Association and enthusiastically participated in Bus Rodeos. Patricia was an active member of Mizpah Moravian Church. She was also an avid reader.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Lisa McCormick; son-in-law, Bradley Reid; her sisters, Jane Needham and Linda Hutchens; her brothers-in-law, Jerry Williams, Jesse Needham, and Jimmy Hutchens; and her sisters-in-law, Nancy Lane, Betty Lane, and Mary Lane

Left to cherish her memory is her beloved husband of 59 years, Lloyd McCormick, her son, Greg McCormick, her daughter, Teri Reid, her brothers, William Lane (Mary), Rufus Lane (Donna), John Lane (Pam), Donald Lane, and Richard Lane (Carroll), her sisters, Marga Williams, Kay Woollen (Rick), Nellie Broyhill, and Judy Long (Melvin), her grandchildren, Jordan McCormick, and Austin Reid,

The family will receive friends and loved ones on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Slate Funeral Home in King.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Mizpah Moravian Church in Rural Hall, with Rev. Charles Fishel and Rev. Scotty Speas officiating. Interment will immediately follow in the church cemetery.

Flowers are appreciated, or memorial donations may be made to the Mizpah Moravian Church Cemetery Fund at 3165 Mizpah Church Rd. Rural Hall, NC 27045, Old Richmond Volunteer Department P.O. Box 247, To***coville, NC 27050, or Trellis Supportive Care 101 Hospice Dr. Winston-Salem, NC 27106, or the charity of your choice.

Slate Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Patricia McCormick. Online condolences may be offered at www.slatefh.com.

04/20/2026

04/17/2026

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04/17/2026

Joseph Lee Newsome, known to all who loved him as Joe, passed peacefully in his sleep on April 15, 2026 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice House in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was 75 years old. Born on March 17, 1951, in Winston-Salem, Joe lived a life defined by hard work, quiet generosity, and a genuine warmth that stayed with people. He was a man of the Baptist faith.

Joe served in the US Army and the Army National Guard Reserve until the early 1980s. He also spent years with the City of Winston-Salem Utilities Department, keeping the city’s water and utilities running for the families of Winston-Salem. He went on to build a long career in construction, remodeling, and handyman services — work that suited him perfectly, as there was little Joe couldn’t fix with his hands and his patience. In his later years, he found a home at Goodwill of Northwest North Carolina, where he became a familiar and beloved presence. He was well regarded by customers and coworkers alike — Joe was easy to talk to, and people appreciated that about him.

His pleasures were uncomplicated and deeply felt. He loved tinkering and fixing, the satisfaction of a thing made right. He loved music, the outdoors, and the simple pleasure of a cross-country drive with no particular destination in mind. Most of all, he loved his family. To his grandchildren, he was “Gawgaw” — and there was no higher title.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Iris Newsome; his brother Ralph; and his sister Joyce. He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Deborah; his sons, Joseph Lee, II, and Walter Reid; his grandchildren, Ashlynn Brooke, Caroline Louise, and Jackson Reid; his sister, Gladys Sue Mitchell; his dear friend and fellow tradesman, Gene Holder; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Homegoing Service information is as follows:
Visitation at 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at New Bethel Baptist Church, 6340 Ridge Road, To***coville, NC 27050, with a graveside service to follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Elisha Robertson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes memorial contributions to Trellis Supportive Care, which operates the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, for their compassionate care in our family’s time of need. Donations may be made at trellissupport.org.

Slate Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Joseph Lee Newsome. Online condolences may be offered at www.slatefh.com.

04/16/2026

Hampton Elizabeth Blackburn was born on April 5th, 2026, on Easter Sunday. Hampton passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours of Tuesday, April 14th, 2026. Hampton was everything we prayed for. In her short time on earth, she was loved and has touched so many lives. She will be missed dearly by all who knew her. We know our sweet angel is looking over us; she is now with Jesus and the loved ones who have gone before her.

Left to cherish her memories are her parents, Michael and Ashley Blackburn; paternal grandparents, John and Shannon Blackburn; maternal grandparents, Mark and Melissa Gibson; paternal great-grandparents, Michael and Sharon Crump and Buddy and Donna Blackburn; and maternal great-grandparents, Johnny and Elizabeth Gibson. She is also survived by her aunts and uncles, Adrian and Alan Castellanos and Bryant and Cara Gibson, Lillian, Alex, Kinsley, and Caroline Blackburn; and her cousins, Raelynn Hall, Penelope, Eleanor, and Palmer Castellanos; and Elliott and Andi James Gibson.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 20th, 2026, starting at 11:00 am at Salem Chapel, 610 Coliseum Dr NW, Winston-Salem, with the funeral service immediately following at 12:00pm. There will be a private graveside service at Crestview Memorial.

**Flowers can be delivered to Slate’s Funeral Home, 132 E Dalton Rd, King, NC 27021.

04/15/2026

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04/11/2026

Barney Lee Newsome, 76, of King, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 9, 2026, in King. Born in Surry County, he was the son of the late Frank and Ella Lee Owens Newsome. He was the owner and operator of Newsome Pest Control and previously worked for Orkin Pest Control.

Mr. Newsome was known for his kindhearted nature, sense of humor, and his ability to bring joy to those around him. In his earlier years, he dedicated time to coaching SCYBL boys’ basketball, Pop Warner football, and Little League softball. He especially enjoyed his 1968 Firebird, cheering on the Miami Dolphins and Duke basketball, carp fishing, golfing, beach trips, sh****ng to beach music, listening to The Eagles, and spending time with friends.

He was a member of First Christian Church of King.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Sara Pendry Newsome; daughter, Lovenia Newsome; granddaughter, Bailee Newsome (Elan Muniz); grandson, Eli Tate; Eli’s father, Darron Tate; brother, Barry Newsome (Tammy Newsome); and his close friends, as well as extended family Ronnie and Lisa Pendry, Danny Pendry, Cynthia and Brady Hopkins, and Richard and Rebecca Pendry. He was preceded in death by his son, Bryan Newsome, and daughter-in-law, Stephanie Newsome Tate.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at First Christian Church in King. A funeral service officiated by Pastor Glenn Van Meter and Youth Pastor Max Mason will follow at 3:00 p.m. in the church sanctuary, with interment in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the youth group at First Christian Church of King, 625 Meadowbrook Dr., King, NC 27021.

Slate Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Barney Lee Newsome. Online condolences may be shared at www.slatefh.com

04/10/2026

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04/08/2026

Chris Allen Embler, age 70, of King, NC, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, in his home surrounded by family. He was born in Forsyth County to James Samuel Embler and Mary Frances Trull Embler. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Kay Redmon Embler. Chris retired from R.J. Reynolds To***co Company as a forklift driver for many years. He enjoyed riding motorcycles draped in his favorite attire, Harley Davidson. Fishing, working on cars, fixing things, and spending time with his loved ones were also big priorities in his life. He was a Jack of All Trades, and these interests not only made him feel whole but were a part of his purpose. Chris lived his life to the fullest by radiating honesty and positivity, as well as keeping the ones around him laughing and joyful.
A memorial service will be held at Slate Funeral Home beginning at 3:00 pm on Saturday, April 11, 2026, with Pastor Glenn Van Meter officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service, beginning at 2:00 pm.
He is survived by his daughter, Lena Elizabeth Redmon; son, Ronnie Eugene Bowman Jr.; brother, Michael Keith Embler; sister, Frances Martie Oxendine; granddaughter, Arianna Janai Redmon-Miller; and his fur baby, Milo.
Slate Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.