Royce Hanks Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Royce Hanks of Thurmond, North Carolina, born in Elkin, North Carolina, who passed away on April 13, 2026, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Royce Hanks to pay them a last tribute.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Royce leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Reece Hanks and Ila DeEtte Bauguess Hanks. He is survived by: his sons, Bryan Clark Hanks (Linda) of Kinston, N. C. and Darrell Steven Hanks (Leslie) of Dobson, N. C.; his wife Zola; and his grandchildren, Andrew, Cara and Ila of Dobson, N. C..
Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to Roaring Gap Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, C/O Jim Billings, 267 E. Roaring Gap Church Road, Thurmond, NC 28683.
