Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home & Crematory

Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home & Crematory A Place to Celebrate Life and Honor Your Memories.

Boone & Cooke Funeral Home and Crematory is your full-service funeral home in Eden, NC, serving people of all faiths and nationalities, including Hispanic services and the only on-site crematory in Eden.

Sherman Edward Brown, 87, of Eden passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at his home.A private memorial service will b...
01/09/2026

Sherman Edward Brown, 87, of Eden passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at his home.

A private memorial service will be held.

Sherman was born in Eden on July 19, 1938, a son of Sydney Edward Brown and Myrtle Hodges Brown, both deceased. He retired from Fieldcrest Mills with over 40 years of service. He loved to play golf and loved his golfing friends. He was led to the Lord and was saved two months ago.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Laverne Brown; his son, Herbert Brown; his sister, Shelby Brown Lewis; and his brother, Bobby Ray Brown.

Sherman is survived by his companion, Dianne Dyson; his children, Johnny Brown (Barbara) and Mike Brown (Jamie); and his five grandchildren, Keisha Brown, Daniel Brown, Jason Brown, and Jamie Brown.

Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.

At Boone & Cooke Funeral Home, it takes a dedicated team working behind the scenes to serve families with care and profe...
01/09/2026

At Boone & Cooke Funeral Home, it takes a dedicated team working behind the scenes to serve families with care and professionalism.

We’d like to recognize Joel McCubbins, one of our funeral assistants who plays an important role in our day-to-day operations. Joel helps with transportation, assists during funerals, delivers and retrieves home equipment, and supports the general work that keeps our funeral home running smoothly.

His willingness to step in where needed, his reliability, and his respect for the families we serve do not go unnoticed. We are grateful for the hard work and commitment Joel brings to Boone & Cooke Funeral Home.

Thank you, Joel, for being a valued part of our team.

Linda Gail Wafford, 62, of Reidsville passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Annie Penn Hospital.A private celebra...
01/06/2026

Linda Gail Wafford, 62, of Reidsville passed away on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Annie Penn Hospital.

A private celebration of her life will be held.

Linda was born in Davidson County on December 20, 1963, the daughter of Malcolm Dave Thomason and Mary Varner Thomason, both deceased. She was a homemaker.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her son, Larry Wafford, Jr., her brother, Scott Swing and her husband, Larry Wafford, Sr.

Linda is survived by her daughter, Christy Wafford (Bobby), her brother, Jerry Swing, her long time companion, Bob; and her grandchildren, Adam, Hunter, William, Jr. and Sophia.

Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.

Lenis Virginia Powers, age 96, departed this life on January 5, 2026. She was born on December 2, 1929, the youngest chi...
01/06/2026

Lenis Virginia Powers, age 96, departed this life on January 5, 2026.

She was born on December 2, 1929, the youngest child of the late Samuel Tilton Williams and Eva Eliza Spencer Williams. Her childhood was lively, growing up with 13 siblings, numerous cousins, and their extended families. A natural leader, she served as Mayodan High School’s class president, graduating in 1948. She continued her legacy of service to her community by devoting her career to local businesses including Washington Mills, Gem Dandy, Macfield Texturing, and Tilley-Dillon Oil Company.

Outside of work, she was a faithful member of the Mayodan Episcopal Church until her health prevented her from attending, an accomplished cook, a connoisseur of antiques, and caretaker of her family and cats. She expressed her love for others through food, sharing family heirloom recipes and ensuring everyone’s favorite dishes were made for special family gatherings.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Charles J. Powers, Jr and 13 siblings.

She is survived by her two sons Mark C. Powers of Park City, Utah and Dr. John S. Powers of Greenville, SC as well as six grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Funeral arrangements are pending at Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home & Crematory.

Bonnie Sue Barnes Odell, 69, of Eden passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Duke Hospital in Durham.A funeral serv...
01/02/2026

Bonnie Sue Barnes Odell, 69, of Eden passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at Duke Hospital in Durham.

A funeral service will be held on January 5, 2026, at 2pm at Full Gospel Church in Reidsville. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1hour prior to the service from 1 until 2 pm at the church and other times at the residence.

Bonnie was born on November 1,1956 a daughter of Grady Ambrose Barnes and Elizabeth Carter Barnes, both deceased. She was a member of Full Gospel Church.

Bonnie is survived by her son, Conway Odell and wife, Amanda of Eden; her siblings Shelby Smith and husband, Ronnie, Arnold Barnes and Tammy Williams all of Eden; her grandson, Taylor “T.J.” Odell and wife, Jessica; her nieces, Ariel Williams, Carolee Vyhnanek and husband, Robert and Hannah LeSueur and husband, Paul; her nephew, Joseph “Joe” Barnes; her great nieces Lexie Williams, Millie Clark and Rayne Smith and her great nephews, Jimmy Carter, Daniel Walker and Lee Chavis.

In addition to her parents, Bonnie was predeceased by her brothers, Ronald and Johnny Barnes.

Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.

Glenda Joan Weidow Engle, 85, formerly of Eden, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Burmuda Commons Health & ...
01/02/2026

Glenda Joan Weidow Engle, 85, formerly of Eden, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Burmuda Commons Health & Rehabilitation Center.

To honor her wishes, there will be no service.

Glenda was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA on April 30, 1940, a daughter of William Franklin Wiedow and Margaret E. Carey Weidow, both deceased. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Assembly of God Church.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, David Joseph Engle; and her siblings, William F. Weidow, Jr., Margaret E. Weidow Rowles, Kathleen D. Weidow Gianfarcaro, Harry A. Weidow, Ruth E. Weidow Marmo, Jane A. Weidow Marcino, Nora E. Weidow Lamoreaux, Robert F. Weidow, Paul T. Weidow, Virginia D. Weidow Kibbler, Edwin H. Weidow, Audrey M. Weidow Conwell, John J. Weidow and Geraldine J. Weidow Stone.

She is survived by her children, Shelby J. Engle Hudspeth, Mark J. Engle (Annette), Peter J. Engle (Katie), David J. Engle, Jr. (Crystal) and Esther J. Engle Harden; and her grandchildren, Larecia, Ashleigh, Farre, Bryan, Michael, Peyton, James and her great grandchildren.

Boone & Cooke, Inc. Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family.

As we welcome a new year, we pause to reflect with gratitude on the families we’ve been honored to serve and the communi...
01/01/2026

As we welcome a new year, we pause to reflect with gratitude on the families we’ve been honored to serve and the community that continues to place its trust in us.

A new year brings fresh beginnings, renewed hope, and the promise of days ahead. Whatever this year holds, we remain committed to serving with compassion, dignity, and care...just as we always have.

Wishing you and your loved ones peace, health, and comfort in the year to come!

We'd like to wish our own Judie Cooke a very Happy Birthday!Thank you for all you do for our funeral home and the commun...
12/30/2025

We'd like to wish our own Judie Cooke a very Happy Birthday!
Thank you for all you do for our funeral home and the community we serve!

Merry Christmas!At Christmas, we are reminded of hope, love, and the importance of family. It’s a season that calls us t...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas!

At Christmas, we are reminded of hope, love, and the importance of family. It’s a season that calls us to slow down, cherish one another, and reflect on what truly matters.

To the families we’ve had the honor of serving, and to our community here in Eden and beyond... thank you for the trust you place in us. It is a privilege to walk alongside you, especially during life’s most meaningful moments.

May your Christmas be filled with peace, comfort, and the warmth of those you hold close.

Daniel Boone of Boone & Cooke Funeral Home & Crematory has spent decades doing one thing quietly and consistently... ser...
12/23/2025

Daniel Boone of Boone & Cooke Funeral Home & Crematory has spent decades doing one thing quietly and consistently... serving families with dignity, compassion, and integrity.
Funeral service isn’t just a profession... it’s a calling. And for decades, Daniel Boone has lived that calling through faithful service, humility, and genuine care for others.

Our community is better because of people like him.

Leslie Jo Wilcox Talley, 61, of Eden passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hosp...
12/22/2025

Leslie Jo Wilcox Talley, 61, of Eden passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital.

A celebration of life service will be held at 3 pm on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Boone & Cooke Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 2 until 3 pm before the service at the funeral home and other times at the residence.

Leslie was born in Chevy Chase, Maryland on January 11, 1964, a daughter of Coy Carlton Wilcox and Catherine Chaney Wilcox, both deceased. She was a retired art teacher, sharing her love for art with her students through the years. She was an extremely talented artist, illustrator and author of the book, “A Thought Is Just A Thought”.

She is survived by her husband, Tony Randell Talley; her children, Laura Moore (Gary), Cody Talley, and Lewis Burnham (Kristina); her siblings, Veronica Wade, Mark Wilcox, Olivia Jane Wilcox, Amanda Lea Anderson and C.J. Wilcox; and her grandchildren, Madison Moore, Bryson Moore, Macy Burnham and Blake Burnham.

Markham Brandon Gillespie, also known as “Marky G”, 46, went to be with the Lord on December 17, 2025.  He lived in Eden...
12/21/2025

Markham Brandon Gillespie, also known as “Marky G”, 46, went to be with the Lord on December 17, 2025. He lived in Eden, North Carolina all his life and was well known.

A service of remembrance will be held at 5 pm on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Boone & Cooke Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends from 4 until 5 pm before the service at the funeral home.

Mark was born on November 20, 1979. His first job was with Joe’s Pool. Mark was very close to the owner, Joe Sharron. He said that once one of their customers asked if Mark was Joe’s son.

He was then an independent worker with Crumpler’s Flooring owner Rick Crumpler. He was one of Mark’s longtime best friends. Rick’s mom, Belinda, was like a second mom to him.

Mark’s favorite things were spending time with his kids, Tyler, Mallory and Molly, fishing and just hanging out. They grew up fishing, riding dirt bikes and just being together.

Later, Mark’s family grew with a new addition, Jacy and her children, Miley, McKenna and Maverick. He loved them as his own.

Mark was predeceased by grandparents, Wilson “Pop” and Maxine Paschall and Roland and Estelle Gillespie; his aunt, April Frazier.

He is survived by his mother, Debra Strausser and stepdad, Louis; his father, Brad Gillespie; his aunt, Dorcas Midlin; his uncle Wilson “Doug” and aunt Carolyn Paschall; his uncle Randy Paschall, and lifetime partner, Terri Beth Penn.

John 3:16

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7671 NC 770 West PO Box 184
Eden, NC
27288

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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