Carolyn Denese Hughes

Mrs. Carolyn Denese Hughes, 81, of E. US Highway 64, Thomasville, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 15, 2024 at the Henry Etta & Bruce Hinkle Hospice House in Lexington.  

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Holly Hill Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Sam Lewis officiating.  No formal visitation will be held.  

She was born on December 9, 1942 in Davidson County, NC to Clyde Lester Hughes and Sadie Elizabeth Kinley Hughes. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Dwight Sluder; and 3 brothers, Donald Lester Hughes, Frankie Edward Hughes, and GB Hughes. 

Surviving is her son, Curtis Wayne Sluder of Thomasville with all his memories of his mother; her best friend, Frank Sides of Thomasville; her brother, Odie Paul Hughes and wife Linda of Thomasville; her sister, Jeweldean Hughes Kinney of Lexington; and many nieces and nephews.

Five generations back to Nancy Briles Kindley 

Georgia Leigh Skeen Staley

Georgia Leigh Skeen Staley, 83, of Ramseur, passed away Monday, April 15, 2024 at Randolph Health, in Asheboro.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, prior to the serivce, at Ridge Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Ridge Funeral Home Chapel, Asheboro, with Rev. Thomas Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Randolph Memorial Park.

Born July 2, 1940, in Randolph Co., Mrs. Staley was the daughter of the late Charles and Maggie Merritt Skeen. 

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Staley was preceded in death by her son, John Michael Staley; sister, Betty Caviness; and brothers, Charles Skeen and Tommy Skeen.

Surviving are husband, John Calvin "J.C." Staley of the home; and several nieces and nephews, including special niece, Pam Teague (Harold) of Seagrove.

Mrs. Staley great grandmother is Catherine Briles Skeen

Tommie Ann Robbins

Tommie Ann Robbins, age 49, of Asheboro passed away on March 31, 2024, at her home. 

Visitation for Tommie will be held from 1-3PM Friday, April 12, 2024 at the Midstate Cremation & Funeral Service Chapel.

She was born in Asheboro, North Carolina on July 15, 1974, to her parents, Judy Floyd and Thomas Robbins. 

Surviving are her parents, Judy Floyd and Thomas Robbins; her older sister, Wendy Garner; her daughters, Cortni Robbins, Makayla Robbins, and Callie Robbins; her grandchildren, Fenris Martin, Piper Martin, and Baylor Gregory.

Nine generations back to Rachel Briles Hoover (maternal)

Nine generations back to Margaret Briles Kindley (paternal) 

Gerry Edgar Floyd Sr.

Gerry Edgar Floyd Sr., age 66, of Asheboro passed away April 3, 2024 at his home surrounded by his family. 

The family will hold a private service at a later date.

He was born March 10, 1958 in Randolph County, North Carolina the son of Reba Hoover Floyd and the late Thurman Floyd. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Jim Floyd.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Rebecca Floyd; children, Crystal Tremaroli and husband Brad; Gerry Floyd Jr., Amber Spisak, Amanda Hutchins, and Adam Davis and wife Giana; five grandchildren; two sisters, Judy Albright and Sandra Floyd; his grand dogs; and numerous other family and friends.

Eight generations back to Rachel Briles Hoover (maternal)

Eight generations back to Margaret Briles Kindley (paternal) 

Earlene Sexton Way

Earlene Sexton Way, age 97, of Greensboro passed away on April 4, 2024 at Verra Springs at Heritage Greens.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 2:00 pm at Oaklawn Cemetery, 737 Albemarle Road in Asheboro with Scott Reavis officiating.  

Mrs. Way was born in Davidson County on February 20, 1927 to William and Gnettie Kindley Sexton. In addition to her parents, Earlene was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Newman Way, and her eight siblings, Alton Sexton, Wesley Sexton, Wayne Sexton, Hobert Sexton, Joel Sexton, Willena Russell, Paula Durham, and Sula Belle Sexton. 

She is survived by her daughter, Candice W. Reavis and husband Steve of Elon; sons, Steven P. Way and fiancée Lisa Brantley of Asheboro and Samuel E. Way and wife Peggy of Greensboro; grandchildren, Tracy McCart and husband Jason, Scott Reavis and wife Melanie, Kevin Way and wife Alyssa, Sarah Reavis, Julie Silverman and husband William, and Samantha Way; and 9 great grandchildren.

Six generations back to Margaret Briles Kindley. 

Kenneth Dwain Robbins

Kenneth Dwain Robbins, 63, of Sophia passed away Saturday, March 30, 2024 at his home.

The family will receive friends Thursday, April 4, 2024 from 1:00 until 1:50 p.m. at Providence Friends Meeting, 2054 Providence Church Road, Pleasant Garden, NC 27313. Funeral Services will follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Kevin Rollins officiating. Interment will follow the service at Randolph Memorial Park.

Kenneth was born in Randolph County on April 1, 1960, son of Lloyd Kenneth Robbins and Nancy Freeman Robbins. Robbins was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Kenneth Robbins and his wife, Tonja Robbins.

Kenneth is survived by his children, Michael Robbins and wife Kelly of Asheboro, Karen McSwain and husband Richard of Siler City, and Justin Robbins and wife Julie of Franklinville; step-son, Ryan Fox of Mooresville; mother, Ms. Nancy Ann Robbins of Asheboro; grandchildren, Tylor, Sarah, Jalen, Isaiah, Ean, Eli, and Evan; sister, Kimberly Tysinger and husband David of High Point; mother-in-law, Dottie Rollins of Sophia; father-in-law, Larry Swaim and wife Lola of Franklinville; brother-in-law, Kevin Rollins and wife Jeanette of Asheboro; sister-in-law Anita Cole and husband Jim of Hickory; and several nieces and nephews.

Seven generations back to Mary Briles Pearce. Also nine to Margaret Briles Kindley.

Janice Elaine Freedle Cook

Janice Elaine Freedle Cook, 73, of High Point, passed away Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Pennybyrn at Maryfield in Jamestown.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at 11 AM at J.C. Green and Sons Funeral Home Chapel in Thomasville. Burial will follow the service at Calvary United Church of Christ, 1410 Lexington Ave, Thomasville, NC.  The family will greet friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday evening at the funeral home.

 She was born November 22, 1950 in Davidson County, NC to the late, Raymond Freedle and Lena Mae Parrish. In addition to her parents, Janice is preceded in death by a brother, Sammy Freedle. 

Janice is survived by her daughter, Karen Bowers of Jamestown; her son, Brian Cook and wife Tina of Thomasville; a brother, James Freedle and wife Vickie of Lilburn, GA; three grandchildren, Chastity Brinkley, Copeland Bowers, Alyssa Martin; two great-grandchildren, Oliver Leonard, Emma Seech; special niece and caregiver, Laura Gregg and husband Jae of Lexington; several nieces and nephews. 

Six generations back to Charity Briles Pierce

Janet Lynn Hoover Mintz

Janet Lynn Hoover Mintz, 70, of Asheboro, died Saturday, March 30, 2024, at her home.

Funeral services will be conducted at 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at Ridge Funeral Home Chapel, Asheboro, with Rev. Tim Pheagin officiating. Entombment will follow at Randolph Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Monday, April 1, 2024, at Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Asheboro.

Born in Randolph County, NC on February 9, 1954, Janet was the daughter of the late Harold Devoy Hoover and Connie Lee Maness Hoover. 

Surviving are her husband, Greg "Tinker" Mintz of the home; daughter, Tina Mintz Hiskett (Fred) of Seagrove; grandchildren, Emma Hiskett (Ethan Stoddard) of Raleigh and Barrett Hiskett (Kara Camp) of Asheboro.

Six generations back to Mary Briles Pearce

Aiko Briles Dies

Aiko Briles, 97, of Eagle Point, passed away Friday, March 15, 2024 at her residence. She was born on January 16, 1927 and was married to the late Owen Emmit Briles Jr. who passed in 2003. Her son, Martin L. Briles passed in 2022. There is no information regarding services at this time. Conger-Morris Funeral Home is servicing the Br. iles Family. 

CURRENT ISSUE: William Briles 1850-1935

The BIN is attempting to identify the lineage of William Briles, born 1850 Aug 13 and died 1935 Dec 20. He is buried at Judy Cemetery in Wallace, Buchanan County, Missouri, USA. He was married to either a Julia Ann Robbins or Julia Ann Lykens. They had a daughter, Grace Louise Briles Chase, 12 Apr 1895 Died 4 Sep 1950 and is buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Los Angeles, CA.
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