Last Update for Databases: June 26, 2009
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The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Roy W. Crotts who passed Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at the home of his son. Mr. Crotts is the son of the late William Thomas and Roanna Loflin Crotts. His wife, Rachel Osborne passed on May 4, 2007. Below is the death notice for Mr. Crotts. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
TRINITY-Roy W. Crotts, 88, passed Wednesday, June 24, 2009, at the home of his son. Funeral 3 p.m. Saturday, June 27, 2009, at Mt. Vernon United Methodist Church,; Rev. Beverly E. Gaska officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Born April 23, 1921, in Randolph County, son of the late William Thomas and Roanna Loflin Crotts. Preceded in death by his wife Rachel Osborne (m.Dec. 4, 1944) who passed on May 4, 2007; son, Garry W. Crotts, and 11 brothers and sisters. Survivors include his son, Michael Crotts and wife, Kathy, of Sophia; four grandchildren, Derick Crotts and wife, Kasey, Shanda Vickers and husband, Kevin, Chad Crotts and wife, Paige, and Brandon Crotts; six great-grandchildren, Seth and Ian Vickers, Emery and Maddie Crotts, and Kenyon and Cohen Crotts; and a brother, Reece Crotts of Archdale.-Cumby
Well the Tooth Fairy has been busy around the Briles house lately. Cameron Briles has lost yet another tooth, this time a top one! Cami was excited this morning when she discovered the tooth missing. Cameron Briles, age 5, is the daughter of Rodney Trent and Tosha Medlin Briles. Cameron will celebrate the loss of the tooth by heading to the beach for summer vacation!
What a great Father's Day our family had this past Sunday! Trent, Tosha, and Cami Briles visited Faith Baptist Church in Trinity with Paul Dickie Medlin and Shirley Hill. My parents Jim and Cathy Briles visited the Briles gravesite at Guilford Memorial Park in Jamestown, NC. Rex Briles , my grandfather, is buried there along with his parents Ernest and Cora Cain Briles and his brother Ralph Briles. They also went to Alamance Memorial Park in Burlington, NC to visit the grave site of Carvey and Ivy Black Garrett, my grandparents. We then traveled down to High Rock Lake in Southmont to visit my parents, Jim and Cathy Briles who returned from visiting both cemeteries. The BIn hopes everyone had a great Father's Day!
The Briles Information Network has completed an update regarding the passing of Mildred Beck. We also added the lineage for the following Surnames: William Henry Briles, Loder, Thompson, Harper, and Luella Briles Harper. This update also includes the passing of Mark Allan Thompson and his mother, Kathy Harper Thompson. Death notices for them are posted on the databases and will be added to the message board shortly. The BIN also found an old obituary for William Henry Briles who passed in 1946. This notice has been verified and the information updated on the database. The BIN databases now has over 12,000 names!
The 2009 Rail Days was held today at the N.C. Transportation Museum in Spencer, NC. The annual event featured old rail cars, train rides, flight simulators, and other activities and a good time was had by all. The BIN entourage included Zachary Flowe, the tour guide and train enthusiast, Cameron Briles, Dickie Medlin, and Trent & Tosha Medlin Briles. The N.C. Transportation Museum is open year round and the above features are permanent fixtures there at the museum. You can view more pictures clicking on this link. More pictures will be uploaded soon!
How long does it take for a blue bird to move into a brand new birdhouse? Well, not long and here is the proof! Jim and Cathy Briles decided to hoist their new birdhouse now instead of waiting until next year. Low and behold a little blue bird has taken claim to the property. Jim and Cathy live on High Rock Lake in Southmont and enjoy the area immensely. Kudos to Jim for capturing this photo of the little bird!
"On the Lighter Side" is a series of interesting and unique blips dedicated to funny photos and videos captured by the BIN.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Mildred Smith Beck who passed today, June 12, 2009. Mrs. Beck is the the daughter of the late William Carl and Hattie Belle Crotts Smith. Below is the death notice for Mrs. Beck and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
LEXINGTON-Mildred Smith Beck, 87, passed Friday, June 12, 2009, at Brian Center of Lexington. Wake is from 6 to 8p.m. Sunday, June 14, 2009, at Davidson Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel. Funeral is 3 p.m. Monday, June 15, 2009 at Midway United Methodist Church; Rev. John Woods. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Born April 13, 1922, in Davidson County, to William Carl Smith and Hattie Crotts Smith. Preceded in death by her husband, Ray Jones Beck. Surviving are sons, Lowell Beck and wife, Vickie, and Clinton Beck and wife, Patricia, all of Lexington; daughter, Debra Light and husband, Keith, of Lexington; four grandchildren, Amanda Beck of Salt Lake City, Utah, Carrie Beck, Lauren Light, both of Lexington and Sarah Beck of Asheville; brothers, Ed Smith and wife, Mary, and Boyd Smith and wife, Kathleen, all of Lexington; and a sister, Arlene Smith of Lexington.-Davidson F.H.
Well he did it! Michael Trent Briles has graduated from High School! Michael finished up his four years at Northwest High School in Guilford County and walked across the stage tonight at the graduation ceremonies. The ceremony took place at the Greensboro Coliseum Special Events Center in Greensboro and was attended by Mike's family. Michael will work during the summer before attending UNCC in the fall. Congratulations Michael, We LOVE YOU!
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Annie Mae Crotts Goins who passed on May 27, 2009. Mrs. Goins is the daughter of the late Jonah and Patsy Alice Rakes Crotts. Below is the death notice for Mrs. Goins and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
MT. AIRY-Annie Mae Crotts Goins, 72, passedWednesday May 27, 2009 at Northern Hospital of Surry County. Funeral service will be held at 2 PM Saturday May 30, 2009 at Blackwater Community Church; Brother Ted Crotts, Brother Frank Danley and Brother Timmy Crotts officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Born in Carroll County, Virginia on March 26, 1937 to the late Jonah and Patty Alice Rakes Crotts. Preceded in death by her husband Nathan "Pete" Goins; two sons, Ray and Ronnie Tate; a brother and three sisters. Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Patty and Richard Caudill of Elkin and Debbie and Joe Howlett of Dobson; two sons and daughters-in-law, Jay and Cheryl Tate of Elkin and Mike and Judy Tate of Mount Airy; fourteen grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; a sister and brother-in-law, Jean and Frank Danley of Ararat; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Alex and Wanda Crotts, Jackie and June Crotts and Rev. Ted and Ann Crotts all of Mount Airy.-MoodyThe Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Addie Marie Hancock Crotts who passed on May 23, 2009. Mrs. Crotts was married to David Crotts who passed before her. Below is the death notice for Mrs. Crotts and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
ASHEBORO-Addie Marie Hancock Crotts, 92, passed Saturday, May 23, 2009, at Randolph Hospital, Asheboro. Funeral services 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at Smyrna Grove Community Church, Rev. David Hunt officiating. Burial will follow in Smyrna Grove Community Church cemetery. Native of Davidson County, preceded in death by her husband, David Crotts. Surviving are daughter, Nellie Marie Cole of Asheboro; son, Carlton Crotts of Asheboro; sister, Jesse Hancock of Thomasville; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren.-Ridge
Cameron Jewel Briles has graduated from Pre-School and is now on her way to 1st grade! Cameron graduated yesterday, May 21, 2009 from The Learning Place in Thomasville, NC. She is the daughter of Rodney Trent and Tosha Medlin Briles. Cameron will be attending school in Randolph County later in the fall. We love you Spoofy!
Coach Jill Briles-Hinton, University of Florida's Golf coach, has resigned from the program. Briles-Hinton has been coach of the Lady Gators since 1998 and played 12 years on the LPGA. The announcement came after the Lady Gators posted a 16th place finish in the NCAA East regional. The Gators advanced to the NCAA championships six times during her tenure, which included sixth-place finishes in 2002 and 2006. The Southeastern Conference Coach of the Year in women's golf in 2008 cited wanting to spend more time with her family as the main reason for leaving the Gator program. The BIN does not have Jill's family lineage at this time, but we believe her lineage starts in Peoria, Illinois. The BIN wishes nothing but the best for Jill and her family!
Cameron Briles scored big today at the 1st Annual Briles Fishing Tournament at High Rock Lake in Southmont! Cameron caught ten fish including this monster, which sealed the title for her. Cami is the daughter of Rodney Trent and Tosha Medlin Briles and turned five years old in February. Cami has been fishing for years and turned pro last year at the Myrtle Beach, SC. Cami won the prize of her choice, which was strawberry ice cream; provided by her grandmother, Catherine Briles. Cami has decided to forgo the touring circuit choosing instead to stay home and play with her three dogs and pig named Pebbles. Way to Go Cameron, we love you!
I would like to take a moment and wish my father, James Rex Briles Sr. a Very Happy 69th Birthday! Jim is the son of the late Rex Briles and Ivy Black Garrett. Jim is married to Cathy Cameron Briles and they live on High Rock Lake. Dad, we love you and will see you tomorrow! Happy Birthday!
Two new links have been added to the research database. Roger Briles, son of the late Fred Briles, has two web sites that are very cool: Belews Blast and Roger's Products. Please visit them today!
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Roy Leon Hill who passed on April 28, 2009 in Randolph County. Mr. Hill is the sister of Hilda Hill Briles, who survives. Below is Mr Hill's death notice. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
ASHEBORO- Roy Leon "Corky" Hill, 71, passed Tuesday, April 28, 2009, at Randolph Hospital, Asheboro. Funeral service 2 p.m. Saturday, May 2, 2009 at Antioch Baptist Church; Rev. Lee Greene officiating. Burial will be at Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery. Native of Randolph County. Surviving are wife, Betty DeHart Hill of the home; daughter, Allison Stanley of Asheboro; son, Phillip Hill of Asheboro; sisters, Joyce McGee and Hilda Briles, both of Asheboro; brothers, Bob Hill and Tom Hill, both of Asheboro; two grandchildren.-Ridge
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Geraldine Small Sumner who passed on April 26, 2009. Mrs. Sumner is the sister of the late Mary Lou Briles who was married to the late Clayton Walter Briles. Mrs Sumner was married to Dwight Kenneth Sumner who is the son of the late Robert and Louie Briles Sumner. Below is Mrs. Sumner's death notice. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
ASHEBORO- Geraldine Small "Gerri" Sumner, age 68, passed Sunday, April 26, 2009 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem. Funeral services were held Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 4:00 PM at Forest Park Baptist Church in Randleman, NC; Pastor Jon Ferguson and Pastor Rusty Small officiating. Burial followed in Randolph Memorial Park. Native of Randolph County, preceded in death by her parents, Glenn V. and Sadie Black Small, brothers, Dolan Small and Ralph Small, and sister, Mary Lou Briles. Survived by her husband, Dwight Kenneth Sumner of the home; sons, Chris Sumner and his wife Kim of Asheboro, NC, Eric Sumner and his wife Anita of Greensboro, NC; grandchildren, Zach Schwarz, Gregory Moore, Maxx Sumner, and Emily Sumner; great granddaughter, Clara Moore; sister, Pat Walker and her husband Bobby of Randleman, NC; brother, Jerry Small and his wife Donna of Appomattox, VA; many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.-Pugh
The Briles Information Network has officially verified the passing of Nellie Disher Briles who passed on March 30, 2009 in Lexington, NC. The verification came from Davidson Funeral Home who received the body on Tuesday, April 14, 2009. There will be no services and Mrs. Briles will be cremated. The BIN will not post the reason why it took so long to verify this passing, however you can contact us personally and we will explain it in full. The BIN would like to extend condolences to the Briles family regarding Nellie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this time of loss and hope peace is with the family. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
The Briles Information Network has updated the Burial and Cemetery Database by adding a "Find-A-Grave" link to each entry. You can now access Find-A-Grave page for a specific cemetery by clicking on the green check mark. We are in the process of adding more cemeteries to the databases. Please check back soon!
The Briles Information Network has delayed updating the databases until a death can be verified. Although the BIN has received a notice for Nellie Disher Briles, we can't verify this death because a death certificate has not been issued or posted to the Davidson County Register of Deeds. Also, there is no funeral home or burial location listed in the notice and a search of same has produced no results. We will update the databases once this death can be verified according to our policy and procedure.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Gertrude (Nana) Davis Lomax who passed on Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Born October 5, 1923 in Davidson County to Lloyd G. Davis and Lena Crotts Davis. Below is the death notice for Mrs. Lomax and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
LEXINGTON-Gertrude (Nana) Davis Lomax, 85, passed Wednesday, April 1, 2009. Wake: 6:00 to 8:00 pm Friday, April 3, 2009 at Davidson Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, April 4, 2009 at Churchland Baptist Church; Rev. Ray Howell IV officiating. Burial will follow in Davis Cemetery. Born October 5, 1923 in Davidson County to Lloyd G. Davis and Lena Crotts Davis. Surviving: her husband of 68 years, Ben Hollis Lomax of the home, sons, Gary Lomax and wife, Jody, Ricky Lomax both of Lexington, four grandchildren, Todd Lomax and wife, Melissa, Scott Lomax, Alan Lomax and wife, Mandy, and Shannon Yarbrough and husband, Josh; and six great-grandchildren.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Nellie Disher Briles who passed on Monday March 30, 2009 in Lexington, NC. She was/is married Howard Gray Briles. Below is the death notice, which contains no family information. There will be no service for Mrs. Briles. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
MIDWAY-Nellie Mae Disher Briles, 73, passed Monday, March 30, 2009, at Lexington Memorial Hospital from a brief illness. There will be no services.-Davidson Funeral Home
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Dorothy Young Briles who passed on Saturday, March 21, 2009 in Lexington, NC. She was married to the late Stanton Harry Briles who passed in 1995. Below is the death notice for Mrs. Briles. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
LEXINGTON-Dorothy Lee Young Briles, 81, passed Saturday evening, March 21, 2009 in the Hinkle Hospice Home in Lexington. Memorial Graveside Service will be Thursday, March 26, 2009 at 2 P.M. in Victory Baptist Church Cemetery; Rev. Clyde Akers officiating. Born April 8, 1927 in Rowan County, a daughter of the late Harry Lee Young and Beatrice Ludwig Young. Preceded in death by her husband, who she married in 1945, Stanton Harry Briles (passed:October 30, 1995); a son, Walter Eugene Briles. Surviving are a daughter, Tina Hulon of Thomasville; sons, Billy R. Briles and wife Penny Michelle of Lake Charles, Louisiana and Stanton Briles, Jr. of the home; a daughter-in-law Vickie Briles; a brother, Clyde Edward Young of Thomasville; Eight Grandchildren and Eleven Great-Grandchildren.-JC Green & Sons F.H.
Yes, the economy is bad. People are losing their jobs, businesses are closing and the fate of the nation is relying on the auto part industry. Huh? Well, judging by this photo in Greensboro, O'Reilly Auto Parts has jumped on the auto parts craze. As you can see in the photo, they are building beside Advance Auto Parts. Right beside Advance (to the left), you see Auto Zone! Three parts store side-by-side-by-side. I'm not sure this competitiveness will fix the global economy, however it will ensure you can find the part you need without traveling far!
"On the Lighter Side" is a series of interesting and unique blips dedicated to funny photos and videos captured by the BIN.
The Briles Information Network has received an email from Dale Briles regarding the passing of his mother Theresa Sheldrick Carter-Briles who passed March 9, 2009 in Michigan. Dale's mother was married to Wayne Eugene Briles and his brother, Gerald Briles, both deceased. Both brothers are the sons of Ralph & Ethel Mutchler Briles, however thats where the lineage stops. We have included Mrs. Briles death notice on the BLOG until we can solve this issue. If anyone has information regarding the lineage of Ralph Briles, please contact the BIN. The BIN would like to extend condolences to the Briles family regarding Theresa's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this time of loss.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Donald Jerry Parks who passed on March 13, 2009. Born in 1926, he was the son of the late William Jacob and Annie B. Crotts Parks. Below is Mr. Parks death notice. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
LEXINGTON-Donald Jerry Parks, 82, passed Friday, March 13, 2009, at his home. Funeral will be 2 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 2009, at Davidson Funeral Home Chapel; Revs. Jay Belk and Tommy Robertson officiating. Burial will follow in Holly Grove Lutheran Church Cemetery. Born August 30, 1926, in Davidson County, to William Jacob Parks and Annie B. Crotts Parks. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Peggy, whom he married March 29, 1947, and passed away February 20, 2009; sisters, Ruby Hammann, an infant, Lois Parks; and brothers, Weldon Parks, Clay Parks and Baxter Parks. Surviving sons J. Randall Parks and wife Karen of Lexington and Craig Parks and wife Marnita of Salisbury; daughters, Donna Kirk and husband, Doug, and Bonnie Hughes, all of Lexington; grandchildren Caroline Parks Swaim and husband, Michael, of Thomasville, Eric Parks of Lexington, Deanna Kirk Fuertes and husband, Brian, of King, Dara Kirk Nifong and husband, Samuel, of Wallburg, John Kirk, Jacob Parks and Jesse Parks both of Salisbury; great-grandchildren Kaitlyn Swaim, Hailey Swaim, Sara Nifong, Kyle Nifong, Andrew Fuertes and Ella Fuertes; sisters, Mary Lee Smith and husband, Edmund, and Connie Faye Williams and husband, Andy; and sisters in law, Jewel Parks and Ruby Parks.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Fay Farlow Davis Spell who passed on March 13, 2009 in Sophia, NC. Born in 1912, she was the daughter of the late Grover Cleveland and Oneida Walker Farlow. Below is Mrs. Spell's death notice. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
SOPHIA-Fay Davis Spell, age 96, passed Friday, March 13, 2009 at GrayBrier Nursing and Retirement Center, Trinity. Wake and funeral is scheduled for Sunday, March 15, 2009 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM at Marlboro Friends Meeting; Rev. John Sides officiating. Burial will follow in the Meeting Cemetery. Born October 1, 1912 the daughter of Grover Cleveland and Oneida Walker Farlow. Native of Flint Hill; preceded in death by her husbands: David Davis and Bearnie Spell; sons: Jerry Davis; Farlowe Davis and his wife Peggy; two brothers and one sister. Survived by son and his wife: Jimmy and Betty Davis of Sophia, NC; daughter and her husband: Jane and Gary Mullins of Sophia, NC; daughter-in-law: Faye Davis of Sophia, NC; step daughter and her husband: Yvonne and John Williams of UT; step son and his wife: Cecil and JoAnn Spell of NM; 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.-Pugh
The Briles Information Network has received late word of the passing of John Dewayne Briles who passed on March 9, 2009 in Florida. Born in 1953, he was the son of the late Glen H. and Phyllis Jean (Ramseyer) Briles. Below is Mr. Briles death notice. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing. 
FLORIDA-John Dewayne Briles, 55, passed on March 9, 2009. Born December 12, 1953 in Bluffton, Indiana, the son of the late Glen J. and Phyllis Jean (Ramseyer) Briles. Surviving are his wife, Sheila Brooks Kern Briles; sons, Nathan Briles, Paul Kern, and Matt Kern, all of Huntington; daughters, Kristy Briles of Huntington and Mrs. Mandy Kern Brooks of Nashville, TN; brother, Dan Briles; sister, Mrs. Joann E. Briles Rockow of Port Charlotte; four grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. The BIN would like to extend condolences to the Briles family regarding John's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this time of loss.
The Briles Information Network has received late word of the passing of Joyce Smither Briles who passed on March 7, 2009 in California. Born in 1937, she was married to the late Raymond Briles. Below is Mrs. Briles death notice. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
CALIFORNIA-Joyce Smither Briles, 71, passed March 7, 2009 in Woodland, CA. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Sierra View Funeral Chapel in Carmichael, CA. Born to Carl and Cora Smither on November 3, 1937 in Corning, CA, preceded in death by her husband Raymond Briles. Suriviving are her son Gary Briles and wife Gale of Arbuckle, CA, daughter Rhonda Molina and husband Don of Winters, CA, daughter Angie Oroquita and husband Rick of Bay Point, CA; Grandchildren, Melissa, Rosie, Jason, Mithcell, Faith, Tom, Sara, Mary, Josh and Rick; and great-grandchildren, Leah, Charisma, Christian, Jaiden, Brandon and Austin; Sisters, Onera Robers and husband Jim of Chandler, AZ, Kathleen Wertman and husband Jim and numerous nieces and nephews. The BIN would like to extend condolences to the Briles family regarding Joyce's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this time of loss.
The Briles Information Network has received late word of the passing of Shirley Arrington Briles who passed on March 2, 2009 at Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst, N.C.. Mrs. Briles was married to the late Virgil Strickland Briles who passed in 2001. Below is Mrs. Briles death notice. The databases have been updated to reflect this passing. 
WADESBORO-Shirley (Arrington) Briles, age 73, passed Monday, March 2, 2009, at Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst, N.C. Funeral service at Rocky Mount Baptist Church, Polkton, NC at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 5, 2009; Rev. George Hunnicutt officiating. Born March 8, 1935 in Cherokee County, SC, daughter of the late Walter Grey Arrington and the late Ethel (Westmoreland) Arrington. Survived by her son, Virgil "Strick" Briles and wife Kim of Polkton, N.C; sisters, Stacia Ward Johnson of Wadesboro, N.C. andNorma Sue Barden of Weddington, N.C.; Grandchildren, Heather Barbee of Locust, NC, Virgil BJ Briles and Brandon Lee Briles of Polkton,NC. The BIN would like to extend condolences to the Briles family regarding Shirley's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this time of loss.
Although not the normal procedure for posting death notices, The BIN would like to reflect on the passing of an icon, Paul Harvey who died Saturday, February 28, 2009 at the age of 90.
Paul Harvey was the most listened-to broadcaster in America having an audience of over 22 million people. His career began in 1933, which last well over 76 years. I was blessed with the sounds of Paul Harvey back in 1981 when I was radio broadcaster for WRNC in Reidsville, NC. His famous news casts each day and the nail-biting "The Rest of the Story" segments were the trademark of Harvey. Every broadcaster I crossed paths with wanted to emulate Paul Harvey who seemed to captivate his audiences with folksiness and disjointed style of presenting the world events.
Paul Harvey's legacy has already had a profound affect on me as a former broadcaster and the curator of this web site and as a Producer/Director for Video Impressions. The BIN would like to extend condolences to the Harvey Family as we celebrate the life of Paul Harvey during this time of sorrow and say goodbye with his famous closing..."Good Day"
Our little angel Cameron Jewel Briles turned five years old two weeks ago. Cameron celebrated her birthday at Christo's Pizza Parlor in Lexington and all had a good time.
Cami is the daughter of Rodney "Trent" and Tosha MEDLIN Briles, curators of this web site. Cameron will be attending kindergarten in the fall, however she is not looking forward to the change. Attending the party were both sets of grandparents, Uncle Derek and Aunt TC Medlin, her cousin Chase and his parents Bruce and Betty Draughn and Shirley Hill. Cami is seen here sitting with her grandparents, Jim and Cathy Cameron Briles. We look forward to many more birthdays with the Spoofy! Here is the link for Cameron's birthday gathering at her favorite place.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Clyde Thomas Williams who passed on Sunday, February 8, 2009 in Durham, NC. Mr. Williams was born to late June Henry and Golda (Peters) Williams and brother-n-law to the late Roy Holder who was married to Jewel Towe Holder. Jewel Holder is the grandmother of Tosha Medlin Briles.
Funeral services was held today in Siler City, NC which was attended by Derek Medlin and Phyllis Holder Medlin. Mr. Williams death notice is listed below and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing. The BIN would like to extend personal condolences to the Williams and Holder family regarding Clyde's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this time of loss.
SILER CITY, NC-Clyde Thomas Williams, 78, passed Sunday, February 8, 2009 at VA Medical Center, Durham. Funeral was Friday, February 13, 2009 at 11:00 AM at Oakley Baptist Church; Rev. Brian Sandifer officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Born October 3, 1930 the son of the late June Henry and Golda (Peters) Williams. Native of Chatham County; preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley Jessup and Mary Sue Snyder. Survived by his wife: Barbara(Holder) Williams, two daughters: Debbie W. Wilkie and husband, Ronnie of Goldston, NC, Karen W. Payne and husband, Kevin of Oak Ridge, NC and three sons: Mike Williams and wife, Jacquie of Raleigh, NC, Clay Williams and wife, Pam of China, Eric Williams of Siler City, NC; nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.-Pugh
No comment...Thanks to Michael Briles for both of the pixs...
"On the Lighter Side" is a series of interesting and unique blips dedicated to funny photos and videos captured by the BIN.
The Briles Information Network has solved one issue involving Thomas E. Briles who passed in 2007 in California. Thomas is the son of the late Edmund John and Ruth Briles.This issue was solved using the 1920 census (Chester Harrison Briles). Based on the dates and the SSI Index, we feel confident with this assignment.
The other issues involve Lucy Milder Briles and her daughter Betty Briles Sheckell. Sam Broyles has the information on his web site and again we feel confident with this assignment. The problem was Lucy's death notice had her listed as Lucy Milder Briles. Her correct name is Lucy Mildred Briles and was married to her second cousin, once removed, Charles Edward Briles. Lucy's daughter, Betty passed in 2007 as did Lucy.
This brings our "Current Issues" list to 15. The BIN is currrently working to solve these issues. Please visit our Message Board for this list and if you have any information regarding them, please contact us. The databases have been updated to reflect these assignments and changes.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Lela Parrish Briles who passed Thursday, February 5, 2009. Mrs. Briles is the daughter of the late Onslow Parrish and Velora Woods Parrish and was married to the late Archie Briles. Below is the death notice for Mrs. Briles and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
TRINITY-Lela Parrish Briles, age 89 of Trinity passed Thursday, February 5th at her residence. Wake: 6:00 to 8:00 PM Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Briggs Funeral Home in Denton. Funeral service will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday, February 8, 2009 at Briggs Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Elder Johnny Ray Gardner officiating. Burial will follow in Pierce's Chapel Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Born June 16, 1919 in Randolph County to Onslow Parrish and Velora Woods Parrish; preceded in death by her husband Archie P. Briles on May 11, 1991. Survived by daughter Betty Yates and husband Clyde of Trinity; one sister Blanche Bray of Trinity, one grandchild, Debbie Small and husband Tommy; two great-grandchildren, Dana Varner and Trisha Small; and one great great-grandchild, Madison Varner.
A yearly check of the High Point Enterprise web site has revealed a change in direction for the newspaper. When the change took place is anyone's guess, but it's for the better. You can now view obituaries and other articles, for free, with online registration. The registration is free and takes only a few minutes to complete. The format is very basic and the display is average at best, but it's free so we won't complain. The BIN has boycotted the Enterprise for the last three years when the paper started charging for online access. With this change, we will use HPE along with the rest of the sources in the area. Welcome Back HPE!
Talk about bad luck! Not only did the organist leave, but she took the organ with her! It appears the church is in need of details too so if you have either of the three, feel free to give Fairgrove Church a buzz at 475:2598?????
"On the Lighter Side" is a series of interesting and unique blips dedicated to funny photos and videos captured by the BIN.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Janice Gail Hulin Jarrett who passed Thursday, January 29, 2009 at Thomasville Medical Center. Born on November 4, 1956 in Davidson County to James Junior Hulin and Sylvia Hooks Hulin who survive. Below is Mrs. Jarrett's death notice and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing . The BIN would like to apologize for posting this notice late; we were out of town.
THOMASVILLE-Janice Gail Hulin Jarrett, 52, passed Thursday, January 29, 2009 at Thomasville Medical Center. Funeral service was held Sunday, February 1, 2009 at 2:00 PM at Bethany Baptist Church; Pastor Keith Gamble and Pastor Jon Shook officiating. Interment followed in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery in Trinity, NC. Born on November 4, 1956 in Davidson County to James Junior Hulin and Sylvia Hooks Hulin. Surviving: husband, Steve Allen Jarrett (m. November 4, 1973); son, Jeff Jarrett and his wife Dana of Randleman; parents, James and Sylvia Hulin of High Point; sisters, Carolyn Curry and her husband Marvin of Thomasville, Jamie Tucker and her husband Paul of Thomasville, and Cindy Rose and her husband Joey of Trinity; and five grandchildren, Macy, Megan, Justin, Jobe, and Jace Jarrett.-JC Green
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Virginia Kinley Hill who passed Jan. 28, 2009. Daughter to Samuel and Queen Briles Kinley she was married to James Hill who passed in 1996. Below is Mrs. Hill's death notice and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing .
Archdale-Virginia Kinley Hill, 87, passed today, January 28, 2009 in the Wallburg Community. No funeral services are planned. Born September 10, 1921, in Randolph County, a daughter of Samuel and Queen Briles Kinley. On June 22, 1946 she married James (Bill) Hill who passed on May 12, 1996. Surviving is daughter and son in law, Ronda and James Anderson of Wallburg, and one grandson, Grant Anderson of Greensboro.-Cumby
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of John Wayne Crotts who passed Jan. 27, 2009. Son to William Thomas and Roanna Loflin Crotts, he was married to Hazel Hill who survives. Below is Mr. Crotts' death notice and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing .
TRINITY-John Wayne Crotts, 89, passed January 27th, 2009 at High Point Regional Hospital. Wake: 6-8 pm Thursday, January 29, 2009 at the Cumby Family Funeral Service in ArchdaleFuneral service 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2009 at Poplar Ridge Friends Meeting; Pastor Randall A. Quate officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Gilead United Methodist Church Cemetery. Born July 22nd, 1919 in Randolph County, a son to William Thomas and Roanna Loflin Crotts. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by ten brothers and sisters. Surviving are his wife, Hazel Hill (m. 1942); three daughters, Doris Trotter of Archdale, Nadine Jones and husband Larry and Kay Bartlett and husband John of Trinity; two brothers, Roy Crotts of Trinity and Reese Crotts of Archdale; three granddaughters, Sonja Smith, Lynne Jones and Sarah Bartlett; and one great granddaughter, Hannah Smith.-Cumby
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Samuel Kellam "Kelly" Eanes who passed Jan. 5, 2009. Son of Julia Kellam and Ralph H. Eanes Sr, he was married to Cecelia Briles. Below is Mr. Eanes' death notice and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing .
NC-Samuel Kellam "Kelly" Eanes passed at his home on Jan. 5, 2009. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, January 24. 2009 in the sanctuary of Memorial United Methodist Church, 406 Randolph St. in Thomasville. Born March 13, 1942, to Julia Kellam and Ralph H. Eanes Sr. Surviving are his wife, Cecelia Briles Eanes; a daughter, Andrea Eanes Randall; a son, Jeremiah Eanes; a son-in-law, Rick Randall; a granddaughter, Sylvia Randall; brothers, Ralph H. Eanes Jr. (Meredith), Carey Eanes (Kay), Robin Eanes (Susan) and George Eanes (Nancy); a sister, Julie Eanes Clinard (Don); and numerous nieces and nephews.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Luther Verne Hill of Davidson County, who passed on Sunday, January 19, 2009. Mr. Hill is the son of the late Percy Lee & Katherine Crotts Hill. Below is Mr. Hill's death notice and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
LEXINGTON, NC Luther Verne "Luke" Hill, 63, passed Sunday, January 19, 2009 at his home. Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 21 at Faith Missionary Alliance Church; Revs. Michael Gates and Albert Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery. Born December 10, 1945 in Davidson County to the late Percy Lee Hill and Catherine Crotts Hill. His brother, Norman Hill, and his sister, Belle Lanier, preceded him in death. Survived by his wife of 43 years, Janie Nifong Hill of the home; his son, an employee of WBFJ radio, Verne Hill and wife, Paula, of Midway; his granddaughters, Bailey Hill and Mariah Hill; his god-daughter, Danielle Byrd of Lexington; his brother, Fred Hill of Arcadia; his sisters, Margaret Ashby and husband, Frank, of Arcadia, and Barbara Hege of Lexington and his special in-laws, Bob and Linda Crisp.-Davidson F.H.
The Briles Information Network has updated the Crotts lineage, specifically for the Davidson County, NC. Crotts. Dan River contacted the BIN and requested we check Mt. Gilead United Methodist Church Cemetery for Crotts. We decided to update the lineage of Joh Jacob Crotts and Alfred L. Crotts, which expanded the database to include several Crotts in the county. Most of the Crotts are buried at Mt. Tabor United Church of Christ in Davidson County and the BIN has obtained the majority of the photographs for those buried at the cemetery. Thanks again to Dan River for the email and the information regarding this important update.
Jill Miller has contacted the Briles Information Network regarding the lineage of Carrie, who was married to Jacob Briles. Jacob is the son of John and Mary Jane Michael Briles and passed away in 1922 in Missouri. He first married Mary Tallman, then Carrie Leona Miller in 1915. Jill provided the BIN with two death certificates and a page from the family bible and we are confident, at least for this assignment, that the information provided is a true account of the lineage. Jill is still working on additional information and we appreciate her sharing this very imfportant discovery with the BIN.
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"On the Lighter Side" is a series of interesting and unique blips dedicated to funny photos and videos captured by the BIN.
The Briles Information Network has received late word of the passing of Mrs. Myrl Briles Starr DuPuis who passed December 24, 2008 in Snohomish, WA. Her notice was just posted today in the Herald.NET Newspaper in Everett, WA. Born in Ralston, OK, a daughter of the late Alexander C and Zula Briles. Below is the death notice for Mrs. DuPuis and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing. NOTE: Alexander Briles is the son of John Franklin and Mary Ann Ruggles Briles.
SNOHOMISH, WA- Myrl Briles Starr DuPuis passed December 24, 2008 at her home in Snohomish, WA. Services and burial was held at Cypress Lawn December 29, 2008. Born July 14, 1913 in Ralston, OK Preceded in death by her father and mother, Alex and Zula Briles; her son, William Starr; and three sisters. Survived by son and daughter-in-law, Dale and Carol Starr, of Seattle, WA; daughter, JoAnn Poysky, of Kirkland, WA; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Mrs. Lillie Crotts Ennis who passed January 6, 2009 in High Point, NC. Born in Randolph County, N.C., a daughter of the late Thomas and Roanna Loflin Crotts. Below is the death notice for Mrs. Ennis and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
TRINITY- Lillie Crotts Ennis, 92, passed January 6th, 2009 at High Point Regional Hospital. Wake: 6-8 pm Thursday, January 8, 2009 at Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale. Funeral service 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 9, 2009 at Mt. Pleasant Community Church; Rev. Brent Tysinger officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Born January 1st, 1917 in Randolph County, a daughter to Thomas and Roanna Loflin Crotts. Preceded in death by her husband, James Robert in 2004. Also preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters. Surviving is a daughter, Doris Cromer and husband Tommy of Trinity; two grandchildren, Teresa Johnson and husband John of Trinity and Tony Cromer and wife Lora of Trinity; four great grandchildren, Christy Alley and husband Will of Norfolk VA, Amanda Austin and husband Daniel of Archdale, Jennifer Cromer of Trinity and Kellie Johnson of Trinity; one great great grandchild, Owen Robert Alley and three brothers.-Cumby
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Mr. William Harrison Briles Jr., 87,of Altavista, VA who passed January 2, 2009. Born in Randolph County, N.C., a son of the late William Harrison Briles Sr. and Alberta Lassiter Briles. Below is the death notice for Mr. Briles and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
ALTAVISTA, VA-William Harrison Briles Jr., 87, formerly of Altavista, passed Friday, Jan. 2, 2009, at Avante of Lynchburg.Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Jan. 5, 2009, at New Bethel United Methodist Church Cemetery; Rev. Jim Brown officiating. Born May 19, 1921, in Randolph County, N.C., a son of the late William Harrison Briles Sr. and Alberta Lassiter Briles. Preceded in death by a sister, Essie Briles Walker; two brothers, Ernest M. Briles and Garland W. "Tang" Briles; and a niece, Judy Faye Walker.
Survived by a sister-in-law, Shirley Bailey Briles of Hurt; brother-in-law, Robert T. Walker Sr., of Hurt; two nephews, Ronald C. Briles and Robert T. "Bobby" Walker Jr. and his wife, Judy, of Hurt; and one niece, Nancy Walker Dalton and her husband, Aaron, of Richmond.
The Briles Information Network would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year! This is our 14th year providing genealogy information to the WWW. In 2008, we posted over 50 issues and began work on the new BIN Video Pod Cast, which will debut later this year. We look forward to new ventures ahead and the BIN will continue to achieve its main mission: " to promote genealogy research and the preservation of family history".
The Briles Information Network has received late word of the passing of Mrs. Daphne Aileen Briles, 90, of Albuquerque, NM who passed Decemeber 17, 2008. She was married to George Orville Briles who passed in 1960. Below is her death notice and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
ALBUQUERQUE, NM-Daphne Aileen Briles, 90, of Moriarty, NM passed Dec. 17, 2008, in Albuquerque. Graveside Service was held on Dec. 29 at the Mountain View Cemetery in Moriarty; Pastor David Wester officiated. Born on January 7, 1918, in Backus, Minn. to the late William Harry and Carrie (Robinette) Elyea. Preceded in death by her husband, George Briles; daughter, Geraldine Diehl; three brothers, and one sister. Survived by her son, Robert Diehl and Carol Charlotte of Moriarty; brothers, Robert Anderson; and numerous nieces and nephews.-Harris Hanlon Mortuary
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Mrs. Willie Mae Campbell, 81, of Peytonsville, TN who passed Decemeber 24, 2008. She is the mother of Judy Campbell Briles who lost her husband, Harrison Joseph Briles in February of this year. Below is her death notice and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
PEYTONSVILLE, TN- Willie Mae Campbell, age 81 of Peytonsville Community, passed December 24, 2008. Funeral services 1:30 p.m. Sunday, December 28, 2008 at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home, Bobby Sadler officiating. Interment Bennett Cemetery. Preceded in death by husband, Gotschell Campbell. Survived by daughter, Judy Briles; sister, Ruth Poteete, all of Peytonsville Community; grandchildren, John & Greg Briles; great grandchildren, Taeylor, Kassie & Nathan Briles.
The Briles Information Network has received word of the passing of Mrs. Carol A. McHale, 63, of Woodstock, IL.who passed Decemeber 4, 2008. She is the daughter of the late Charles F. and Margurite (Hansen) Briles and brother to the late Charles W. Briles who passed earlier this year. Below is her death notice and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
WOODSTOCK -Carol A. McHale, 63, of Woodstock, passed Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008, at St. Joseph Hospital in Elgin. Private services and interment in Irving Park Cemetery in Chicago; Rev. Terry Duffur of Grace Lutheran Church officiating. Born July 18, 1945, in Chicago, to the late Charles F. and Margurite (Hansen) Briles. Survived by her children, Christine (Bruce) Merevick of Round Lake, Scott (Judy) Eveland of South Elgin and Jennifer (Eric Zingre of Woodstock; four grandchildren, Kayla, Amanda, Michael and Ethan; a brother, Cliff Briles of Kenosha, Wis.; and several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by a brother, Chuck Briles.
The Briles Information Network has received late word of the passing of Mrs. Ruby Webb Briles, wife of Glen Briles. Below is her death notice and the databases have been updated to reflect this passing.
LIBERAL, KS- Ruby Jane Briles, 96, of Adams, Oklahoma passed November 22, 2008 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal, Kansas. Funeral services 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at Union Center United Methodist Church; Rev. Herbert Bridgewater officiating. Interment will be in the Union Center Cemetery- Roberts Brothers Funeral Home.
The Briles Information Network is pleased to announce the first ever Pod and Video Cast! The BIN has partnered with Itunes, Blip.tv, and Gcast to provide a video and audio pod cast of this site. The video cast will mirror features and death notices on this site, but in a broadcast/newscast format. 
The audio portion of the video cast will be extracted and placed on Gcast to provide the pod cast version while the newscast will be housed on Blip.tv. Itunes will be the feature RSS reader/receiver however you will be able to view either cast on the above networks. You will be able to subscribe to broadcast using either of the above services, which will automatically download the episode to your favorite player.
The easiest way to subscribe is to access the Itunes logo and click on the subscribe button on the BIN page.
The video cast will officially begin in early 2009 and will update on a quarterly basis. At this time, there are several videos already produced by Video Impressions and the BIN located on the Vidcast. The BIN is planning full feature documentaries on several churches, cemeteries, and in-depth stories on the Briles Families in 2009 so stay tuned!. Feel free to check our Pod and Video Casting out by clicking on the respective buttons below. If you have any problems, please contact us.
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Death Index
The Death Index is a vital part of the BIN. This spreadsheet contains family members who have passed and the BIN has verified their death personally. The BIN verifies deaths by four different ways: Death Certificates, obituaries, photos of gravesite, or verification from a genealogist. This databases lists the name of the deceased, dates of birth and death, parents and spouse's name, location of the body, and what method the death was verified. You can access the death index by clicking on the research link above.
Burial & Cemetery Database
You can also view the Burial and Cemetery Database which is a listing of burial locations for people listed in the databases.
There are two main sections of the Briles Information Network. The first main section is the databases, which is where the GEDCOM's and main family information is housed. The second main section is the Research Page. This page now includes the old side menu from the previous and has totally been revamped for the new site.
Features
Listed below are some of the topics covered on the Research Page. Of course not all of the topics are listed below, but you get the main idea what is covered on this very important link to the genealogical world.
- Message Boards
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- Find-A-Grave Volunteer ..any many more
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With the new look of the BIN we had to remove some of the old features, which included the side menu bar. We added a new, slide in menu which you can see on the left. We created this section so everyone could access the main features on the BIN. This section will remain here to assist you in finding the features you need.
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