Wright Funerals-Cremations

Wright Funerals-Cremations Funerals and Cremations at a Fair, Honest, & Affordable Price.

Gregonia YsabelGregonia Ysabel, 72, of High Point, passed away March 20, 2026, at the Hospice Home at High Point.No serv...
04/01/2026

Gregonia Ysabel

Gregonia Ysabel, 72, of High Point, passed away March 20, 2026, at the Hospice Home at High Point.

No services are planned.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.

View Gregonia Ysabel's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Mark William EriksenMark William Eriksen, 25, of High Point, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Wesley Long Hospital...
03/31/2026

Mark William Eriksen

Mark William Eriksen, 25, of High Point, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Wesley Long Hospital.

He was born February 3, 2001, in Los Angeles County, CA, to Erik William Eriksen and Elizabeth Roman Eriksen.

Mark worked for FedEx and attended Triad Church.

Left to cherish his memory, his parents, Erik and Elizabeth Eriksen; and his sister, Vanessa Eriksen.

Memorial Service will be 6:00 Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Triad Church; 705 Sunshine Way, Greensboro, NC.

The family will receive friends 5:15-5:45PM prior to the service at the church.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

View Mark William Eriksen's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Roy BlackwelderRoy Davis Blackwelder, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026, surrounded by his family a...
03/30/2026

Roy Blackwelder

Roy Davis Blackwelder, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 28, 2026, surrounded by his family after a long and well-lived life.

Born on November 5, 1933, in Statesville, North Carolina, Roy was the son of the late Clarence Neal Blackwelder and Mary Perry Blackwelder. From riding his bike around town with his dog in the basket to famously releasing his pet snake during his mother’s church circle meeting, Roy embraced adventure and curiosity from an early age.

He graduated from Lenoir-Rhyne College in 1953 and began his career in education in Thomasville. Shortly thereafter, he served his country in the United States Army and was stationed in Okinawa, Japan.

On September 7, 1957, Roy married the love of his life, Carol Jeanette Weaver of Olin, North Carolina. Together, they built a life rooted in faith, family, and education, making their home in High Point and both teaching in Guilford County.

Roy devoted over thirty years to teaching science and mathematics in Thomasville and High Point middle and high schools. A gifted educator, he left a lasting impression on generations of students, many of whom carried his lessons far beyond the classroom.

Roy and Carol were active members of Montlieu Avenue United Methodist Church in High Point, serving in numerous roles. Roy even built the church cross, as well as crosses for several other churches in the area. Later, the couple joined Hickory Grove United Methodist Church in Greensboro, North Carolina.

During the summers and following his retirement in 1984, Roy ran a carpentry and home improvement business with his best friend, Lee Miller. He loved helping people, often rushing out the door mid-meal when a church member or neighbor called for assistance. In later years, his generosity and mentorship continued through his role as an angel investor and trusted advisor to Fields Landscaping Co. Inc., a Greensboro-based business founded by his family. Roy took great pride in the company’s growth and was always eager to share his wisdom. He was a true teacher in every sense of the word and will be deeply missed.

A celebration of Roy’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at Olin Methodist Church, where he and Carol were married nearly 68 years ago. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Roy is survived by his devoted wife, Carol Blackwelder; his twin daughters, Miriam Fields and husband Craig, and Ashley Williams and husband David; his grandchildren, Spencer Slone and husband Charlie, Connor Fields and wife Courtney, and Audrey Fields; and his great-grandchildren, Paisley Fields and Ryder Slone. He was preceded in death by his grandson Tyler David Williams (2011).

Memorial contributions may be made to the Tyler David Williams Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of Greater Greensboro, 301 N Elm St #100, Greensboro, NC 27401.

Wright Funerals of High Point is assisting the Blackwelder family with arrangements.

View Roy Blackwelder's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Ronnie PayneRonald “Ronnie” Davis Payne, 83, of Thomasville, formerly High Point, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, ...
03/30/2026

Ronnie Payne

Ronald “Ronnie” Davis Payne, 83, of Thomasville, formerly High Point, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Piedmont Crossing Health.

Born October 28, 1942, in Guilford County, he was a son of the late Howard Payne and the late Margaret Marshall Payne.

Ronnie was a 1962 graduate of High Point Central and a member of the Elks Lodge 1155 for 53 years. He was a hard worker and provider for his family, starting his work at the age of 7 on his great uncle’s to***co farm and continued his working career until his retirement in 2020. He enjoyed collecting cans and mowing yards. He had a love for dogs, especially his grand-dog, Sadie.

Left to cherish his memory; his beloved wife, Correen Brooks Payne; daughters, Cindy Kennedy and husband Ronnie, and Gwen Payne; grandchildren, Adam, Ashley, Alexus and husband Chadd, Johnathan and Clavin; great grandchildren, Jazper, Brooks, Lincoln, and Ila; his sister, Alice Hodgin and husband James; and step mother in law, Gerrie Brooks.

Memorial Service will be 2:00 PM Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point chapel.

The family will receive friends following the service. You may visit the family at 239 Boggs Rd., Thomasville, NC, prior to the day of the service.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

View Ronnie Payne's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Banks KoontzClarence “Banks” Koontz, Jr., of High Point, passed away Friday, March 27, 2026, at High Point Medical Cente...
03/28/2026

Banks Koontz

Clarence “Banks” Koontz, Jr., of High Point, passed away Friday, March 27, 2026, at High Point Medical Center.

Born July 24, 1951, in High Point; he was a son of the late Clarence Banks Koontz, Sr., and the late Frances Goodson Koontz.

He was a member of Laurel Oak Christian Church and retired from Food Lion grocery stores.

Left to cherish his memory, his daughter, Heather Bennett; sister, Carolyn Koontz Greene; niece April Brown and great niece Nikki Crisco.

Funeral Service will be 11:00AM Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Laurel Oak Church; 1001 Old Plank Rd, High Point, with Pastor Allen Brown officiating.

Burial will be at Floral Garden Memorial Park cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 10:00-10:45AM prior to the service.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

View Banks Koontz's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Sue Freeman WilliamsSue Freeman Williams, 75, of Archdale, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 26, 2026, at her hom...
03/27/2026

Sue Freeman Williams

Sue Freeman Williams, 75, of Archdale, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, March 26, 2026, at her home.

Born May 4, 1950, in Dobson, NC, a daughter of the late Porter Hawkins Freeman and the late Addie Frances Payne Freeman.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Williams, son, Kenneth Cummings, and brother, Guy Freeman.

Sue was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed cooking for others and spending time with family and friends. She would work in her flower garden and take her pup, Teddy, around town.

She is survived by her daughter, Dana Lopp and husband Mike of Lexington; grandchildren, Blair Cummings and wife Ashley, and Kristin Cummings; great grandchildren, Alexis, Ava, Ashton, Skyler, Kash and Khloe; and her sister, Faye Jenkins and husband Barry.

Memorial Service will be 2:00PM Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in the Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point chapel, with Rev. CW Moss officiating.

The family will receive friends following the service.

Private committal will be at Floral Garden Memorial Park cemetery.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

View Ann Freeman Williams's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Dawn Marie DaltonDawn Marie Sachs Dalton, 67, of Climax, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026, at High Point Medical Cen...
03/27/2026

Dawn Marie Dalton

Dawn Marie Sachs Dalton, 67, of Climax, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026, at High Point Medical Center.

Born March 22, 1959, in Baltimore, MD; she was a daughter of Bernard Sachs and Catherine Cain Grimm.

She was preceded in death by her nephew Eric Hines.

Survived by her sons, Ricky Dalton of Asheboro, and Jesse Dalton (Lotus) of Trinity; daughters, Angel McDowell (Tommy) of Denton, and Sarah Peak (Adam) of Climax; grandchildren, Haley Dalton, Brooke Dalton, Nicholas Dalton, Alison Dalton, Escence Dalton, Addison Dalton, Payton Dalton, Jesse Dalton, Jr., Ariel Jones, Brandon McDowell, Brianna McDowell (Dylan), Oaklynn Moody, Kaitlyn Duncan, Gavin Peak, Wrangler Lamb, Haley Peak, Aden Peak, Joshden Neece, and Christian Peak; great grandchildren, Amelia Tucker, Jaxson McDowell, Olivia McDowell, Mason Hughes, Westen Hughes, Hudson Hughes, Cameron Peak, and CJ Justus; brother, Brian Sachs, sister Cheryl Hines, and 2 nephews and a niece.

Memorial Service will be 5:00PM Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Bethel Baptist Church; 4836 Robbins Circle, Asheboro, NC; with Pastor Jody Harrison officiating.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

View Dawn Marie Dalton's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Ronnie Gray WilliamsRonald "Ronnie" Gray Williams, 66, of High Point, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at his home...
03/26/2026

Ronnie Gray Williams

Ronald "Ronnie" Gray Williams, 66, of High Point, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at his home.

Ronnie Gray Williams passed away surrounded by love, leaving behind a life filled with passion, laughter, and cherished memories. He was the beloved husband of Lynn Williams, with whom he shared a deep and enduring bond.

Ronnie had a true love for the things that brought him joy whether it was the roar of muscle cars, the thrill of racing, or cheering on his favorite Carolina basketball team. Those who knew him will always remember his enthusiasm, his stories, and the way he could light up a room with his smile. He was a hardworking and devoted man, spending 28 years at Thomasville Furniture and another 14 years at Edward Ferrell Furniture. His strong work ethic and commitment were evident to all who knew him.

He also found comfort and companionship in his loyal dogs, Gizmo and Roscoe, who were always by his side.

Ronnie’s legacy is one of love, loyalty, and living life with passion. He will be deeply missed by his wife, family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

He is survived by his daughters Stephanie McDaniels and husband Steve of Thomasville, Stacy Bennett and husband Chris of Sophia and April Stargardt of Lexington. His sisters Patty Lovingood and husband Jerry of Thomasville, and Debora Tharp and husband Danny of Lexington. His grandchildren Kayla Steinberg (Husband Sam), Grant McDaniels, Mackenzie Bennett, Brayden Bennett, Cory Stargardt (Emily), and Cassi Hoogkamp (Husband Hunter). His great grandchildren Piper, Beckham, Jett, Cayden, Jack, Colton and Lakelyn. He is preceded in death by his parents Jimmie and Corrina Williams. Brother Bobby Phelps and sister Faye Bowman. Son-in-law Richard Stargardt

A celebration of Ronnie’s life will be held on April 12, 2026 at 2:00 where loved ones will gather to honor his memory and the joy he brought into their lives. The celebration will be located at High Point City Lake Shelter #7.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.

View Ronnie Gray Williams's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Christopher Ryan KiestlerChristopher Ryan Kiestler, 37, of Leland, formerly of Clemmons, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, M...
03/26/2026

Christopher Ryan Kiestler

Christopher Ryan Kiestler, 37, of Leland, formerly of Clemmons, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

He was born April 5, 1988, in Guilford County. Christopher was a true firefighter at heart and served for 24 years in numerous communities. He started planning for his career at age 14 with the Winston Salem Fire Explorer Program and was then later hired full-time by Winston Salem where he achieved the rank of Captain. Following in the footsteps of his father, grandfather, and uncle, Christopher was active in the Horneytown Fire Department for many years, along with various tenures at Union Cross Fire Department, Spencer Fire Department, Kernersville Fire Department, Wallburg Fire Department, and serving as Chief of the Boonville Fire Department. He was also a current employee of Stokes County Emergency Medical Services.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George Washington and Evelyn Lucille Stroud Kiestler; and stepfather, Randy McLean.

Survivors include his mother, Ivey Jane Russell McLean; his father, Terry Wayne Kiestler (Sherri); a sister, Brittany Anderson; maternal grandparents, Marty and Nancy Russell; stepbrother, Andrew Williford; and special aunt, Kimberly Russell Hobson.

A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Tuesday, March 31, at Salem Methodist Church, in Mocksville with Rev. David Tifft and Rev. Dana McKim officiating.

The family invites friends to visit with them at the church immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be considered for the North Carolina Fallen Firefighters Foundation, P.O. Box 144, Mocksville, NC 27028.

Arrangements are by Lambert Funeral Home in Mocksville and Wright Funerals-Cremations in High Point.

View Christopher Ryan Kiestler's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Toni PegramToni Diane Trotter Pegram, 63, of High Point, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at High Point Medical Cente...
03/24/2026

Toni Pegram

Toni Diane Trotter Pegram, 63, of High Point, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at High Point Medical Center.

Born September 29, 1962, in High Point, she was a daughter of the late Charles Ray Trotter and the late Jean Hocutt Trotter.

Toni is survived by her longtime companion, Dave Woodrow of High Point; sisters, Linde Brittain of Thomasville, Sandi Parcell of Durham, Phyllis Wood of High Point, and Jerri Freeman of Sunset Beach; nieces, Nichole Brooks, Christi Truitt, Lindsay Carter, and Tiffany Milner.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Pegram.

No services are planned.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Pont is in charge of arrangements.

View Toni Pegram's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Grace Elaine HillGrace Elaine Cranford Hill, 82, of Thomasville, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026, at her home.Gravesi...
03/23/2026

Grace Elaine Hill

Grace Elaine Cranford Hill, 82, of Thomasville, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2026, at her home.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Monday, March 30, 2026, at Floral Garden Park Cemetery with Bishop Thomas Shortt officiating.

The family will visit with friends following the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Hospice of the Piedmont, 1801 Westchester Drive, High Point, NC 27262.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point is in charge of arrangements.

View Grace Elaine Hill's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Rev. Bob SummersReverend “Bob” Lee Summers, 91, of Thomasville, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, March 22, 2026, at his...
03/23/2026

Rev. Bob Summers

Reverend “Bob” Lee Summers, 91, of Thomasville, went to be with the Lord, Sunday, March 22, 2026, at his home.

Born May 22, 1934, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, he was a son of the late Clarence William Summers, and the late Mary Loretta Quill Summers.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Bill Summers.

Rev. Summers is the former pastor of Pilot View Baptist Church in Thomasville. Prior to moving to NC in 2004, he taught High School and College in West Virigina; he also coached football, basketball and baseball.

Left to cherish his memory; his wife, Jeanie Summers of the home; daughters, Sherri Smith and husband Harold of Parkersburg, WV, and Tammi Lamb and husband Scott of Thomasville; grandchildren, Jared Maynard and wife Tara, Joanna Manifee, Jacob Lamb and wife Bethany, Tawni Lamb and Jonah Lamb; great grandchildren, Hadley Maynard, Everley Maynard, Jaheem Payne, Aurie Payne and Olivia Lamb; brother, Jim Summers; sister, Betty Jackson; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Service of Remembrance will be at Pilot View Baptist Church and will be scheduled soon.

Wright Funerals-Cremations, High Point, is in charge of the arrangements.

View Rev. Bob Summers's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

Address

1720 Westchester Drive
High Point, NC
27262

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Wright Funerals-Cremations posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram

Category

Our Family Business

Larry C. Wright opened Wright Cremation & Funeral Service in December 2015 with a desire to help High Point families at one of the hardest times in their life. His honest service and commitment to excellence have served local families well for nearly forty years. Larry's goal in establishing Wright Cremation & Funeral Service is to bring local, affordable and “back to the basics” funeral service to the community. Corporate non-local funeral homes in High Point and surrounding areas have lost their way, providing unnecessary products and services at astronomical prices. This is not the meaning of service and in most cases, not in the best interest of a grieving family. Honoring your loved one with a dignified funeral or memorial service can be achieved at an affordable price at Wright.

On May 1, 2018, Larry C, Wright announced the addition of a second location to be built on five acres in Archdale, NC. Located at 3200 Archdale Road at the corner of Playground Road, the location will have an arrangement office, visitation room, preparation facilities, and a chapel to accommodate 175 guests. Ground breaking will be in fall 2018.

Along with his son, Bradley E. Wright, they will guide you through the many service options available. Wright Cremation & Funeral service is truly a locally family owned and operated funeral service firm.