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Gladys Mary Sorensen Bear, 92, died Sunday, May 24, 2009 at Bermuda Commons. She was born June 30, 1916 in Westbrook, MN, to Jim and Janet Sorensen. She attended school in Storden, MN and at Northwestern College in St. Paul, MN. Married to the late Reverend Robert Bear, she leaves four children: Roger (Barbara) Bear of Advance, NC, Richard (Jani) Bear of Winston-Salem, NC, Reva (Bob) Brugnoli of Vero Beach, FL, and Robert (Karen) Bear of Marietta, GA, as well as ten grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and one great, great-grandchild. Other family members include brothers and sisters, Howard (Claire) Sorensen of Wichita, KS, Leon (Ruth) Sorensen of Westbrook, MN, Gene (Ralph) Wilson of Medford, OR and Helen (John) Boyd (deceased). Following graduation from college, Gladys served as a rural missionary near Corbin, KY for two years. She was married in 1940 living near Rose Hill, Downey and Sully, Iowa before settling in Cedar Rapids where she and her husband owned and operated the Christian Book Store. Following retirement she entered her most satisfying career as house parent at the Florida United Methodist Children’ s Home in Enterprise, FL, where she served for more than 20 years before moving to Winston-Salem in 1997 to be near her two oldest children. A celebration of her life was held Saturday, May 30, at Clemmons Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent in her name to Florida Methodist Children’ s Home, 51 Main Street, Enterprise, FL 32725.
Carlos Middleton
Carlos Middleton, 94, of Clemmons died Monday, May 25, 2009. He was born August 8, 1914 in Santa Rosa, New Mexico to John Booth and Cora Middleton. He grew up in East Laporte, near Sylva, NC. After his school years, he worked as a C.C.C. worker beautifying the new Blue Ridge Parkway. In 1942 he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served in the North African Campaign in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, Southern France and Germany. He was awarded five bronze stars and the good conduct medal. Soon after his discharge in 1945, he came to Winston-Salem where he used the GI Bill for training as a baker, but soon thereafter was hired by Western Electric Company where he worked until his retirement. Carlos met the love of his life, Erma Goodman and they were married on June 21, 1947. The couple were long-time members of Clemmons First Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by a son, Stephen Carlos; two brothers, Charles and Johnny Middleton; and two sisters, Hazel Smith and Sue Hooper. Surviving are his wife, Erma Middleton; a brother, Jim Middleton and wife Mary Ruth; and a sister, Jesse Slate of Winston-Salem. Funeral services were conducted Thursday, May 28 at Clemmons First Baptist Church with Dr. Robby Phillips officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery with military rites by the VFW Memorial Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Clemmons First Baptist Church, 3530 Clemmons Road, Clemmons, NC 27012 or Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. The family would also like to thank the many neighbors and friends who devoted so much time assisting Carlos during his time of illness. A particular thank you goes to Clemmons Village II Assisted Living for their help during the past four months.
William “Red” Porter
Harrison
William “Red” Porter Harrison, 81, died Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at his home in Mocksville, NC. He was born in Walkertown, NC to the late Percy and Zola Harrison. Mr. Harrison was a well respected businessman in the community, having founded two local companies in the beauty supply and equipment industry, as well as the owner and operator of commercial properties. He was also a member of Cornerstone Christian Church of Mocksville. Red was an avid gardener and received much pleasure in sharing his bounty with friends and family. Although Red was a successful businessman, his greatest joy in life was his grandchildren and sharing in their accomplishments. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth White to whom he was married for over 40 years, and his brothers, Roy and Lindsey Harrison. Surviving him is his son, Jeff Harrison and wife Gina; grandchildren, Trent and Britt Harrison and step-grandchildren, Tanner and Dillon Manship. Surviving siblings include Wilburn Perry Harrison and wife Sue and Willard Harrison and wife Carolyn. A funeral service was held Saturday, May 30, 2009 at Hayworth-Miller Kinderton Chapel with Rev. Gary Byrum officiating. Burial followed at Macedonia Moravian Church graveyard. Memorial donations may be made in his honor to the American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org. The family would like to thank family friends, Pat and Angie Hayes, the medical staff of Bayada Nurses, Health Systems Management and Yadkin Dialysis Center for the love and extended care given to Mr. Harrison.
Donna Setzer Hudspeth
On Wednesday, May 27, 2009, Donna Setzer Hudspeth passed away at the age of 65. She was a devout Christian and a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She had a passion for reading, bird watching, and planting flowers. She enjoyed traveling and taking time to appreciate God’ s natural gifts. The highlight of her life has always been taking great care of her family, especially her grandchildren. Donna was a kindhearted and loving person who went out of her way to help others. She was also a wonderful friend to many. Mrs. Hudspeth was born on November 17, 1943 to Albert and Rose Setzer in the small town of Mildred, Pennsylvania. She lived in Mildred until she married her husband at the age of 21. Soon after, she moved to Winston Salem to her husband’ s hometown. They purchased their first home and raised their two sons in Lewisville. She was preceded in death by her father Albert, mother Rose, brother Mike, and sisters Florence, Catherine and Helen. Surviving her husband of 44 years, Elwood Hudspeth, Sons: Jeffrey and Jeremy and wife Thuy, grandchildren: Cassie, Zachary and David. She is also survived by brothers: Richard and Donald, sisters, Aline, Marion, Shirley, Celine, and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank everyone at Shiloh Lutheran Church for welcoming Mrs. Hudspeth with such kindness. She has been a member for over 30 years. We would also like to thank her friends Joan Thompson, Kay Sellers and Mary Hudspeth for always being there for her. She was such a wonderful person and will be missed by al whose lives she has touched with her kind and loving ways. A memorial service was held Sunday, May 31, 2009 at Shiloh Lutheran Church 703 Lewisville-Vienna Rd. with Pastor Amy Crump officiating.
John MacArthur Bledsoe
Mr. John MacArthur Bledsoe, CMSGT. U.S. Air Force Ret., of 1031 Sequoia Dr., passed away Thursday, May 28, 2009 at Forsyth Medical Center. Born in Winston-Salem on May 30, 1944 to John Eaton and Marion Marcella Fulp Bledsoe, he had lived in this area since 2002, moving from Rolla, Missouri. He was a retired Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, having served in the Vietnam Conflict and was of the Baptist faith. He was a 1963 graduate of Gray High School, where he sang with the Coachmen. He was the current Master of Yadkinville Masonic Lodge # 162. He enjoyed attending Bluegrass Festivals and meeting the musicians with his brother Wayne; and was also a huge NASCAR fan. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Bettie Sue Holcomb Platt; and his brother, Charles Richard Bledsoe; as well as his infant daughter, Edie. On November 28, 2003, he married the former Vicky Lewandowski, who survives of the home. Also surviving are his daughters, Mimi Rodriguez and husband, Gregg of Queen Creek, AZ, and Kelly Lewandoski and husband, Mike of Glen Allen, VA; step-daughter, Elizabeth Tamer of Lewisville; grandsons, Zach Rodriguez and Matthew Lewandoski; sister, Barbara Roberts of Battle Creek, MI; brothers, Jack Bledsoe and wife, Lisa of Spring Lake, NC, Phillip Bledsoe and wife, Jackie of Deltona, FL, and Wayne Bledsoe and wife, Deb of Rolla, Missouri; sister-in-law, Cecelia Bledsoe of Crystal River, FL; and brothers-in-law, Luke Holcomb of Walnut Cove, and Ed Lewandowski and wife, Ava of Clemmons, and Ron Lewandowski and wife, Marty of Winston-Salem; faithful canine companions, Pancho and Lefty. Funeral Services were on Monday in the Chapel of J.C. Green and Sons Funeral Home in Wallburg with the Rev. Randy A. Hillman officiating and Masonic Funeral Rites conducted by Yadkinville Masonic Lodge # 162. Burial with Full Military Rites performed by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard from Seymour Johnson Air Force Base will follow at the Veterans National Cemetery in Salisbury.
Richard Todd Vogler
Richard Todd Vogler, 78, passed away peacefully at his home on May 30, 2009. He was born on January 26, 1931, in Winston-Salem, NC, to Charles Albert and Mamie Todd Vogler. Mr. Vogler graduated from Clemmons High School where he was an All-Star athlete. He retired from AT&T after 36 years and was a member of the Pioneer Club. He was a lifelong member of Pine Grove United Methodist Church. Richard spent countless hours outdoors where he loved working in his yard and his garden. He was a gentle spirit with a generous heart who always put his family first. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend to everyone he met. Mr. Vogler was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Maxine Harper Vogler; three sisters, May Tesh, Eula Frye, and Mary Jones; and three brothers, Gerald Vogler, Wade Vogler, and twin brother, Raymond Vogler. Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Betty K. Vogler; son Michael T. Vogler and his wife, Patricia; daughter, Kathy Jordan and her husband, Robert; grandchildren, Michael T. Vogler, Jr., Michelle Dils and her husband, Mike, Jonathan Vogler and his wife, Katey, and Richard, Mia, and Lana Jordan; great grandchildren, Paris and Jack Vogler, and Colin Dils; sisters, Garnet Bodsford, Gladys Hockaday, and Dolly Riddle; and several other cherished family members. A Celebration of Life Service for Mr. Vogler will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 3, at the Frank Vogler and Sons Clemmons Chapel with Rev. Neil Shaw and Rev. Henry May officiating. Interment will follow in Westlawn Gardens of Memory. The family will receive friends tonight at the Clemmons Chapel from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to Pine Grove United Methodist Church, The American Heart Association or The American Diabetes Association.