Edward Towner, II
Aug 27, 2026
Edward L. Towner II, affectionally 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...
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...
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...
Debborah Lindsay
Aug 16, 2026
Debborah Marlene Truesdell Lindsay gained her wings on Sunday, August 16, 2026. She was born on December 20, 1957 in Richmond, VA to the late Fred Lee Truesdell and Mildred Walls Truesdell.
Debborah spent her formative years at Catholic school at St. Benedict the Moor and Bishop McGuinness and graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1976. Debborah attended Spelman College...
Thomas Penn, Sr.
Aug 14, 2026
Thomas Everette Penn, Sr. departed this life peacefully on August 14, 2026. He was born on August 31,1946, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to the late Minnie T. Penn and Willie Ervin Penn, Sr.
Thomas was educated in the Forsyth County School District before choosing to serve his country. He proudly joined the United States Marine Corps (SEMPER-FI), where he diligently served...
Terry McIntyre
Aug 13, 2026
Terry Lee McIntyre, aka “Gus”, was the son of Mary Lee McIntyre Jackson and Jesse Richardson. He was born on January 15, 1948 and left this life on August 13, 2026.
He married Jacqueline Stukes in February of 1972 and they had 7 children together, Terry, Jr., Phillip, Racquel, Kechia, Janee, Kivon, and Jackie. He loved God, attending church where he...
Catherine Harper
Aug 13, 2026
Mrs. Catherine Harper, 82, passed away August 13, 2026.
A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm on Monday, August 24, 2026 at Russell Funeral Home.
Catherine is survived by her children, Faye Mills, Rodney Evans, John Evans, Annette Evans, and Ronald Evans; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 12noon Tuesday, August 25, 2026...
James Ford, Jr.
Aug 12, 2026
James “Jimmy” Franklin Ford, Jr., beloved husband, father, son, brother, nephew, cousin, in-law, friend and neighbor, transitioned peacefully from his home in Winston-Salem to the Holy City of God on August 12, 2026, after a valiant battle with cancer. He was 67.
One of four children of Parphinia (née Hannon) and James Franklin Ford Sr., Jimmy was born, raised, and lived...
Helen Thompson
Aug 11, 2026
Helen Simons Thompson was born in the village of Harlem, New York, New York on November 17, 1928. Helen was the daughter of Zachaues Simons from Warwick, Bermuda and Ida Bassett Simons of Paget, Bermuda. She was the eldest of three children, Zachaues Wilson Simons and Hilton Aubrey Tucker.
Helen attended Public School 5, and Junior High School 136. During her...
Roosevelt Samuels
Aug 11, 2026
Roosevelt Samuels, 87, son of the late Pastor William Edward and Beatrice Rucker Samuels, went home to be with The Lord on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. He was born June 28, 1939, in Winston-Salem, NC.
Roosevelt was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System. He graduated from Atkins High School where he was an outstanding football player, and he earned the...
David Heilig
Aug 11, 2026
On August 11, 2026, David L. Heilig, age 73, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife, Louise Heilig, at his side. David was born on February 12, 1953, in Salisbury, NC to the late Cindy Louise Hawkins and Robert Heilig.
In 1982, David met Louise Davis Heilig. They married in 1983, beginning a lifelong love story...
Charlene Ross
Aug 9, 2026
Ms. Charlene Yvette Ross, 69, passed away August 9, 2026.
Services will be held at 8:30am Friday, August 21, 2026 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be held at 11:00am Friday, August 21, 2026 in Salisbury National Cemetery, Salisbury, NC.
Helen Fair Covington
Aug 9, 2026
Helen Gertrude Fair Covington was born June 24, 1946 at Kate Bitting Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Evelina Brown Fair and Waddell Alexander Fair, Sr.
Helen was educated in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System, a graduate of Paisley Senior High School. She attended Winston-Salem State University and graduated from Forsyth Technical Institute. Through...
Louise Meredith
Aug 4, 2026
Louise Lewis Meredith
December 17, 1927 – August 4, 2026
Louise Lewis Meredith, lovingly known by many as “Ms. Louise,” “Ms. Merdy,” and “Ma Lou,” was born on December 17, 1927, in Goldsboro, North Carolina, to the late Laura and Herbert Lewis. One of 20 children, Louise was raised with the values of faith, family, hard work, and caring for others,...
Darlene Gibbs
Aug 4, 2026
Darlene Diane Dorsey Gibbs, affectionately known as Mama Gibbs, was born to the late Martin and Pearl Dorsey on March 13, 1949, in Atlantic City, NJ. She passed away and left this earth on August 4, 2026, at the age of 77. She entered into her new heavenly home with the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords. Jesus...
Sheila Brown
Aug 2, 2026
Sheila Renee Brown, affectionately known as “Miss Brown,” peacefully went home to be with the Lord on August 2, 2026. She was born on April 20, 1961, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to Elmer Brown Sr. and Mozelle (Gray) Johnson. She was a loving mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend who dedicated her life to serving and helping others.
Miss Brown...
Timothy Thompson
Aug 1, 2026
Mr. Timothy Murrell Thompson, age 74, was born on Tuesday, January 1, 1952, in Winston-Salem, NC, the 9th son born to John and Ruth Thompson. He departed this earthly life on August 1, 2026. He attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System and attended Norfolk State University. He was a caregiver and served his clients with professionalism and dignity.
At Bethlehem Missionary...
Estella Bitting
Jul 30, 2026
Ms. Estella ‘Lacie’ Bitting, 74, of Greensboro, NC transitioned Thursday, July 30, 2026. The fourth of ten children born to Mrs. Callie Odella Hunter Bitting, Lacie was known for her love of cooking, baking and catering. She often shared meals with co-workers, and during celebrations of family and friends. Known for her abiding love for her nieces and nephews, Lacie’s...