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LOCAL OBITUARIES
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Obituaries
| George Lee Davis Jr. January 16, 1956 — December 29, 2025 Lexington |
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Mr. George Lee Davis Jr., 69, passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 29, 2025. George was born three-and-a-half months premature on January 16, 1956 Greensboro, Guilford County, North Carolina. He was the first child of George Lee Davis and Jacqueline Mabe. George and his younger brother Jimmy, as well as their older half-brother Victor, were raised in foster homes off-and-on for several years. Eventually, George and Jimmy were both allowed by the court to be taken in by their grandparents, Troy Lee Davis and Lettie Langley Davis. George was raised at 313 Corliss Street in Greensboro for the rest of his formative years, graduating from Dudley High School in 1975. “Little George” had cognitive challenges in many ways due to the premature birth.
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| Faye Rickard Eller November 12, 1936 — December 29, 2025 Lexington |
Faye Rickard Eller, 89, of Davidson County, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, in Davidson County.
Born on November 12, 1936, in Davidson County, Faye was the daughter of the late Otis Graham Rickard and Ethel Beatrice Beck Rickard. She was raised in the community she loved and remained deeply rooted there throughout her life.
Faye had a special gift for making others smile and laugh. Her warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit were felt by everyone who knew her. Above all else, she put her family first and was immensely proud of the family she built and nurtured. She faithfully hosted Sunday dinners each week, creating a place where her family gathered, shared meals, and made lasting memories. She took great pride in providing for those she loved and cherished every moment spent together.
She enjoyed fishing, being outdoors, and relaxing on her porch swing while admiring the birds. A woman of many talents, Faye was especially gifted at crocheting, a skill she shared through the love stitched into each piece she made.
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| Swannie Gray Carrick Rogers September 16, 1930 — December 20, 2025 Lexington |
Swannie G. Carrick Rogers, 95, of Marion Drive, passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday December 20, 2025, in the presence of family.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Davidson Funeral Home Chapel in Lexington, with Pastor Ronnie Bowles officiating services. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm prior to the service.
Swannie was born September 16, 1930, in Guilford County to Mack G. Carrick and Lessie Kinney Carrick. She graduated from Linwood High School in 1949. Swannie first met the love of her life, Charles M. Rogers, at the Lexington Skating Rink. The couple married on December 20, 1951, after Charles finished Army basic training during the Korean War. Charles and Swannie were a true love story and it is only fitting that she left this earthly world holding his hand on their 74th wedding anniversary. After many years of working together at Kayby Mills, they both retired. Swannie then became Charles’ self-proclaimed “Supervisor” around the house and in their yard.
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Sherrill “Jay” Jernigan, age 59, of Davidson County, passed away on December 28, 2025, in Davidson County. Born on October 10, 1966, also in Davidson County, Jay was a lifelong resident who deeply loved the community he called home.
Jay was known for his warm heart and strong devotion to his family. A true family man, he treasured time spent with his loved ones and especially adored his grandchildren, who brought him immense joy. Whether line dancing or spending peaceful days fishing, Jay embraced life’s simple pleasures with enthusiasm and gratitude.
His faith was a cornerstone of his life. Jay was a lifelong member of Madison Heights Freewill Baptist Church in Lexington, where his relationship with Christ remained strong and steadfast throughout his life.
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| Janie Lynn Hedrick February 20, 1956 — December 25, 2025 Denton |
Janie Lynn Hedrick, a cherished resident of Denton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, December 25, 2025. She was 69 years old. Born on February 20, 1956, in Davidson County, she was the beloved daughter of Henry Pullum and Willow Mae Billings Pullum.
Janie dedicated her career to her passion as a seamstress, a skill she embraced with creativity and flair. Throughout her life, she found joy in a variety of hobbies, particularly fishing and spending time at the beach. Her artistic spirit shone brightly in her craftwork, where she delightfully transformed light bulbs into enchanting Christmas ornaments and creatively turned crab shells into whimsical representations of the Grinch.
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| Nancy Hepler Hemphill September 24, 1937 — December 25, 2025 |
Nancy Hepler Hemphill, 88, of Lexington, Passed away Thursday December 25, 2025, at High Point Medical Center in High Point.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 am Wednesday December 31, 2025, at Forest Hill Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Tuesday at Davidson Funeral Home
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| Voncille Cranford Gallimore December 28, 1936 — December 25, 2025 Denton |
Voncille Cranford Gallimore, 88, of Denton, NC, passed away peacefully at her residence on December 25, 2025. Born on December 28, 1936, in Davidson County, she was the cherished daughter of the late Colon Cranford and Alma Lee Sikes Cranford Haltom.
Voncille's life was marked by her devotion to family and her passions. She pursued training at cosmetology school, which paved the way for a fulfilling career as a beautician. Additionally, she made significant contributions to the community by working in the textile industry at Thornton Hosiery Mill as a folder. Voncille's artistic touch and keen eye for beauty were evident not only in her work but in her daily life, where she found joy in both shopping and dining out with her beloved daughters.
An active member of the Summerville Baptist Church, Voncille enjoyed attending services and being part of her church community, which provided her with a source of comfort and connection throughout her life.
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