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Sarah Wikle Obituary
Mar 20, 1926 - Jan 2, 2026
Sarah Eleanor Covington Wikle joined her savior on January 2, 2026. Sarah was born March 20, 1926, to Mamie Lee Henley Covington and James Hampton Covington in Wadesboro, Anson County, NC. She was predeceased by her parents, her sisters Lou and Esther (Esh), and her husband Waymoth Jack Wikle. Sarah was born into the First Baptist Church, Wadesboro, NC, and was active in the original Calvary Baptist on Buxton Street, Forest Hill Baptist, and a founding member of United Baptist Church, all in Winston-Salem. A 1947 graduate of NC Baptist School of Nursing, Sarah served as a nurse in the original Department of Clinics, now Advocate Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, for 44 years. She was well-known and respected for her care of patients and colleagues, her take-charge attitude, her medical expertise, and her willingness to share her knowledge, time, and care with all who needed it. She married Jack Wikle on February 29, 1948. During their 33-year marriage, they had three children: James Richard Wikle (Lynette), Martha Lou Wikle Stearns, and Margaret Ann Wikle Deeds. Throughout her life, she was guided by her deep faith, following the 'red words' of Christ, to live a humble life of service. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She hosted her grandchildren for "Camp Mimi" for many summers and cared for each one deeply. At the age of 70, she chose to move to Brookridge CCRC and remained in independent living until 2021. During her time in independent living, she traveled visiting her children, grandchildren, and friends, and for many years and continued to serve her neighbors by providing transportation and care for other residents. Her children, her 6 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren are left to cherish her memory and honor her life of service and care through their own lives of service and faith. Many thanks and appreciation to the care provided by the Thrivemore Brookridge staff during the last three years and to Ms. Cindy Sizemore and all the Trellis caregivers. Mother would wish for any memorial to be made to the United Baptist Church, 5815 Murray Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27106, or Baptist Retirement Homes Foundation, P.O. Box, Winston-Salem, NC 27116, or Trellis Supportive Care of Winston-Salem.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, January 9, 2026, at Woodland Cemetery, 3123 Indiana Avenue, Winston-Salem, with Rev. Will Watson presiding. A memorial Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel is assisting the family.
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Annie Jenkins
January 21, 2026
My mother Patsie McLeod moved to Brookridge in 1999 and lived on the same hall with Sarah. They quickly became friends, and Sarah was a terrific buddy with the same kind of energy. I stayed in touch with Sarah long after my mother died, and I always enjoyed our visits in her apartment. She was a remarkable woman.
Kathy Dillard
January 12, 2026
My Sincere Condolences to her Family. I remember Mrs Wikle at Brookridge. Sweet Person. Sending prayers
Viola Aikens
January 11, 2026
I will always remember her to smile and caring hands for other residents and me spending a weekend with her when she came from the hospital such a pleasant lady
Debbie Ramsey Carpenter
January 10, 2026
I´m so sorry to learn this sad news. Sarah was my cousin. She was my grandmother, Laura Covington NcLaurin´s, first cousin. Dot Ramsey was my mother. I live in my mother´s house which is around the curve from Sarah´s home place. Sarah was always so kind and full of joy which she spread to those around her. I will always remember her sweet laugh. She never forgot her Wadesboro family and came regularly for visits until she could no longer make the drive. Her last trip, I believe,was in 2014, but I and my aunt Patsy went to visit with her in 2016. I talked with her a few times on the phone after that. Martha and Margaret, I remember when the two of you would come with her to visit. We were near the same age so I loved it when you came. I have a few cards and letters that she sent to my mother and me over the years. She always caught us up on what was going on in her children´s lives and always wanted to know about my children, who also loved her dearly. Please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you all- Jim, Martha, Margaret and all your families now and in the coming days in the loss of your precious mother.
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MELINDA BULLINS
January 8, 2026
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I had the pleasure of knowing her from Gsriatic clinic. She was a special lady. You are in my prayers fly high ms wikle.
Gail Bricker
January 8, 2026
Sarah was one of my mother´s, Rosemary Tucker, best friends. She was my supervisor in the clinics when I was a nurse in the float pool. Such a wonderful, caring lady. We shared being graduates of NCBH School of Nursing and married to postal workers. She has so many friends waiting for her.
Luann Bailey
January 8, 2026
My Grandfather (Norman DeHart) used to take us to visit Sarah and Jake. Always a treat as she was such a kind lady. I admired her so much as she was a Baptist Hospital RN graduate - and even at a young age I wanted to be just like her. Peace be with you.
Doug Phillips
January 8, 2026
Jimmy so sorry to hear of your mother´s passing. She was a wonderful person. She an my mother were great friends for many years. She even was my nurse when I was born. She had great faith and always shared it with others. Prayers for you and your family in this difficult time !
Susan Dill Jones
January 8, 2026
I too cherish her memory. She was an outstanding example of the Christian professional nurse. I am glad to have worked with her in the clinic. We both were graduates of Baptist Hospital School of Nursing and had that bond. May she go from strength to strength.
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