Shirley Addison
Sep 11, 2026
Shirley Addison, originally named Shellie Ruth Hart, was born on Wednesday, February 3, 1937 in Midland City, Alabama to the late Willie Hart of Dale County, Alabama and Shellie Bryant Hart, of Georgia.
Shirley began her education as a child in Dothan, Alabama, and continued her high school studies in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
One Friday evening in Newark, New Jersey, in 1964, Shirley...
Helen Blackmon
Sep 10, 2026
Mrs. Helen Thompson Blackmon, affectionately known as “G Mama” by her great-grandchildren, was born on January 31, 1925, in Lancaster, South Carolina, to the late Selvyn Thompson and Lucinda Peay Thompson. Blessed with a long and meaningful life of 101 years, she accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Mount Carmel AME Zion Church in Lancaster,...
Sylviski Brown
Sep 9, 2026
In Loving Memory of Sylviski Van Brown
October 9, 1945 - September 9, 2026
Sylviski Van Brown, 80, of Winston-Salem, NC departed this life on September 9, 2026. He was born on October 9, 1945, to the late Mr. Hazel Brown and Mrs. Elouise Brown in Newport News, VA.
Van was a gentle, kindhearted, and caring man whose life was marked by compassion...
Tara Grace
Sep 9, 2026
2 Timothy 4:7–8: "I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. And now the prize awaits me—the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give me.”
Tara Monique Harrington Grace was born on October 7, 1980, in Wadesboro, North Carolina, to the late Monroe Harrington and Tommicenia Pratt-Harrington. She departed this life on Wednesday, September 9,...
Rosalyn Evans
Sep 8, 2026
Rosalyn Delores Rivers Evans was born February 28, 1951 in Hendersonville, NC. She was the oldest daughter of Clinton Mitchell and Ruby Jackson Rivers. Rosalyn excelled in school and was in the first group of black students to integrate the city school system in 1965. She graduated with honors in 1969. She was one of the first five recipients of...
Vera Stepp
Sep 8, 2026
Vera Simms Stepp, age 80, a native of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at Trinity Glen in Winston-Salem.
Vera was born on October 31, 1945, a proud Halloween baby, to Nathan H. and Rosebud J. Simms, the third of four children and the oldest daughter. She was educated at Diggs Elementary School, where her mother worked, and...
Demetria Austin
Sep 8, 2026
Demetria “ Dee” Austin gained her wings Tuesday September 8, 2026 at the age of 57. Dee as she was affectionately known as was born on December 16, 1968, the daughter of Barbara Cockerham and Richard Austin of Wilmington, NC. Dee was born and raised in Wilmington, NC and later moved to Winston-Salem, NC. Playing her beloved sports of volleyball...
Bertha Coleman
Sep 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Bertha Cleo Coleman
Bertha Cleo Coleman, a native of Blair, South Carolina, in Fairfield County, was born on March 15, 1941, to the late John Merdis Coleman and Daphne Cleola McConnell Coleman. She was the sixth and youngest of six children born to this union.
Bertha was educated in Fairfield County and graduated from Liston High School. At...
Alphonzo Adiches, Sr.
Sep 4, 2026
Alphonzo Adiches, Sr., affectionately known by all as “Duke,” departed this life peacefully on September 4, 2026, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. In his final days, Duke was surrounded by family and friends, allowing him to leave this life with the comfort of familiar voices and loving hearts. He believed in God and in the promise of heaven and carried within...
Linda Robinson
Sep 1, 2026
Linda Dianne Robinson was born in Sumter, South Carolina. Her journey took her to Brooklyn, New York, where she welcomed her first child. She later relocated to Seattle, Washington, where she welcomed her second child and continued raising her family.
After many years in Seattle, Linda retired and eventually made her home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where she spent her later...
Catherine Wharton
Aug 29, 2026
Ms. Catherine Wharton, 70, passed away August 30, 2026 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Health.
A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Russell Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30pm Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. The family visitation will be held from 1:00pm until 1:30pm on Wednesday...
Della Bailey
Aug 27, 2026
Della Eve Bailey was born on September 4, 1956, to the late James and Inez Bailey in York, South Carolina. Della departed her life on August 27, 2026, at the age of 69.
Della earned her diploma from South Mecklenburg High School, and graduated from Montreat College.
Della was always smiling and had a laugh that caught the attention of all. She...
Edward Towner, II
Aug 27, 2026
Edward L. Towner II, affectionately known as “Chuckie”, was born on January 6, 1949, in Birmingham, Alabama to the late Edward Lorenza and Marjorie Towner. Chuckie spent his formative years in Buffalo, New York. He accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and his family attended Durham Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church.
He was educated in the Buffalo Public School System, graduating...
Dwight Jones
Aug 26, 2026
Brother Dwight Lacy Jones was born July 3, 1933, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, and departed this life on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. He is the son of the late Reverend Lacy and Lillie Knight Jones of Cumberland County. He was the seventh of nine children born to this union.
Dwight grew up in Cumberland County and was educated at the three-room...
Lorenza Wolford
Aug 26, 2026
Lorenza Prince Emmanuel Wolford, son of the late Tildon Cephas Wolford and Julia Bertha Wolford, was born on July 2, 1931, in Draper, Virginia. He departed this temporary, earthly life on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, after a brief illness.
Lorenza lived in Draper with his parents, one brother, and one sister. Together, they ran their very modest family farm in the...
Daniel Payne, Jr.
Aug 21, 2026
A beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, Daniel Webster Payne, Jr., peacefully transitioned from this earthly life on August 20, 2026. His 62 years were filled with experiences and memories that his family and loved ones will carry with them forever. Daniel was born on March 22, 1964, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to Clara Payne and the late...
Johnnie Holley
Aug 20, 2026
Johnnie “Bae-Bae” Elijah Holley was born in Elizabeth City, North Carolina and departed this life on August 20, 2026, leaving a legacy of love, hard work, and cherished memories.
Johnnie attended Northeastern High School and Forsyth Technical Community College. A gifted and resourceful man, he became a licensed carpenter and electrician. He proudly served in the United States Air Force as...
Stephanie Frazier
Aug 19, 2026
Stephanie Denise Kinard Frazier was born on December 6, 1953, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to the loving union of Edgar Jones Kinard and James H. Kinard, Jr. She was a woman with a vibrant spirit, a beautiful presence, and a heart full of love for her family. Stephanie proudly served her country as a member of the United States Army...
Dwayne Cochrane
Aug 18, 2026
Dwayne Lee Cochrane, born March 16, 1967, affectionately known as “Tinker,” departed this life on August 17, 2026. Dwayne attended Ephesus Junior Academy and graduated from Parkland High School. A lifelong learner with a curious mind, he was always eager to explore new ideas and opportunities. He furthered his education at Forsyth Technical Community College, where he studied Electrical Engineering.
Dwayne...
David Springs Edwards
Aug 18, 2026
David Springs Edwards gained his wings on August 18, 2026. He was born on September 19, 1957, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to the late David and Barbara Edwards. He attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1975.
In 1977, David proudly joined the United States Army, serving his country as a Specialist Four with the 82nd...