Area Obituaries

Donnie Phillips Lackey, 83, of Stony Point, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston–Salem. Donnie was born on October 31, 1942, in Caldwell County to the late Newton Phillips and Flara Main Phillips. Donnie worked in furniture as a sewer until retirement. She was a member…

Jake McCrackin, born May 11, 1968, in Alexander County, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital. Jake spent most of his life working in the furniture industry, including Paladin and Craftmaster. He was preceded in death by the woman who raised him, Icey McCrackin; his father, Judge McCrackin;…

Bruce Dean Carrigan, 67, passed away on June 18, 2026, after a period of declining health. He was born September 9, 1958, the fifth child of Clyde and Evelyn D. Carrigan. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Zane Carrigan, and nephew, Mark Burns. His career was in the automotive mechanic…

Robert Roger Arguelles was born on March 29, 1967, in Lima, Peru, to Roger and Pam Arguelles. His first present was a train set, which he loved and had to compete with his father and pet bird for playing time. When he was four, his sister, Raquel, was born, and he took his big brother…

Bonnie Sue Dula Simms, 93, a cherished mother, devoted member of her community, and a guiding light to those who knew her, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, at her home in Alexander County. Born on February 21, 1933, in Alexander County, Bonnie lived a life marked by selflessness and dedication to her family…

Brenda Ann Triplett Martin, 78, of Taylorsville, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, at Carolina Caring in Newton. Born in Wilkes County on April 10, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Hamp and Della Hendrix Triplett. She was a member of Highland Baptist Church and retired as a teacher’s assistant at Bethlehem…

Jerry Wayne Lackey, 81, a devoted family man, went to his heavenly home on June 12, 2026, in Alexander County. Born on September 2, 1944, Jerry carried forth a legacy marked by craftsmanship, love, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends. Jerry was an active member of Three Forks Baptist Church, where he served…

Michael Eugene Teague, 70, of Taylorsville, passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at UNC Health in Wayne County. Michael was born August 21, 1955, in Alexander County, the son of the late Herman Eugene Teague and Mary Inez Baker Teague. Michael worked in the furniture industry for most of his working career and was…