Ridge Funeral Home

02/27/2026

Our facilities provide rich diversity, from comfortable rooms and quiet corners to a picturesque chapel, offering a peaceful setting. We welcome you to Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service, where you can confidently celebrate a life well-lived. Call (336) 626-2115 to learn more. This is Funeral Assistant Mike Sherrill.

02/26/2026

Kay Tidwell Ross

Kay Tidwell Ross, 78, of North Wilkesboro, died Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation in Wilkesboro.

A funeral service will be conducted 4:00 p.m., Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Bethel Baptist Church, with Pastor Jody Harrison and Pastor Roger Carr officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Kay was born on July 29, 1947, in Gaston Co., NC, the daughter of the late William Cleveland Tidwell and Vida Huffstetler Tidwell. She was a member of Oakwoods Baptist Church. Kay always had a kind heart and a smile on her face. She never met a stranger. Kay was a loving wife, mother, and "Nana".

In addition to her parents, Kay was preceded in death by her brother, Freddy Tidwell.

She is survived by her husband of over 59 years, Ed Ross, Jr.; children, Donna Johnson and husband David, Melissa Harrison and husband Jody, Chip Ross III and girlfriend Amanda Crosby; grandchildren, Kaylin Harrison Ingold and husband Chris, Lindsay Beth Harrison, Cory Johnson, Meghan Johnson Benesh and husband Andy, Dalton Johnson and wife Hailey, Lorna Johnson, Tessa Johnson Bowers and husband Adam; great grandchildren, Anderson Ingold, Karsyn Ingold, Knox Johnson, Avett Johnson, Georgie Johnson, Guy Benesh, Smith Benesh, Romy Krestev, Honey Krestev, Henry Bowers, and Caroline Bowers.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 3:45 p.m., Sunday, prior to the service at the church.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Wilkes Assisted Living and Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehabilitation for the care shown and given to Kay.

Memorials may be made to Ruby Pardue Blackburn Adult Daycare, 1915 West Park Drive, #200, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

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02/26/2026

Frank Griffith

Frank Bertram Griffith, Jr., 89, of Randleman, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026 at AuthoraCare Collective - Burlington.

A private family celebration of life will be held.

Frank was born on May 27, 1936, in Kenedy, Texas. The son of the late Frank Griffith, Sr. and Aline Hill Griffith. Frank honorably served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was an intrepid world sailor and enjoyed seeing what all life has to offer. It brought him great joy introducing traveling to others. His memory was sharp and would share stories all the time for any situation. Frank played a mean game of Scrabble and had solutions for every problem. He loved his home in the valley in Catalina Mountains in Arizona.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife whom he loved dearly, Katherine Rose Griffith; two brothers; and one sister.

He is survived by his sons, Darrell Griffith, Dale Griffith; granddaughters, Daline Chriscoe (Brad), Isabella Griffith; grandsons, Shane Griffith (Amanda), Kevin Griffith (Morgan); great grandchildren, Hunter, Lyric, and Harper Chriscoe, Riley Griffith, Braylen Hunt, RyLee Meyer, Maverick and Nash Griffith.

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02/25/2026

With direct cremation, remaining family members can emotionally feel lost. Talking with Funeral Director and Office Manager Aaron Luoma can help them understand how including traditional services can soften the grieving process. To discover options, call Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service at (336) 626-2115.

02/23/2026

02/23/2026

We see how emotions after a death can cloud decision-making. Preplanning brings clarity and ensures everyone's voice is heard. To preplan, call Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service at (336) 626-2115 and meet with Funeral Director William Cole.

02/20/2026

When a loved one is taken away and time feels like it's standing still, it's a Funeral Director like Kirk Goodman who can lead the hurting towards hope and healing. That's what we do for our families at Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service. (336) 626-2115

02/18/2026

Family members will always remember the last time they see their loved one. It's why staff members like Greeter Patsy Yow are filled with compassion and love for the families in our care at Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service. (336) 626-2115

02/16/2026

If you've preplanned with another funeral home and now circumstances have changed, you can transfer it to Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service. We do everything. Call (336) 626-2115. We take care of the rest.

02/13/2026

A peaceful environment is essential when your family is coping with grief. At Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service, our gathering area, visitation rooms, and chapel provide serenity and an idyllic backdrop to honor your loved one's memory. To discover our beautiful facilities, call (336) 626-2115. This is General Manager and Funeral Director Mickey Shaw.

02/11/2026

For your funeral, don't leave your family wondering if you would have approved of their decisions. Preplanning puts the options for your end-of-life care in your hands. To preplan, call Ridge Funeral Home & Cremation Service at (336) 626-2115 and meet with Owner and Funeral Director Andy Huffine.