obituaries

Jun 2, 2018

Mr. Wendell Pasco Broadnax, 64 departed this life on June 2, 2018 at the Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. He was born to the late Mansfield and Ruth Brown Broadnax in Halifax County on December 31, 1953.

Wendell received his early education in the...

May 30, 2018

Mrs. Virginia McGriff Nesbit McCullough, 87, went on to be with her Lord and Savior early Wednesday morning, May 30, 2018.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of 40 years Rev. Ira McCullough; 2 daughters, Veronica Nesbit, Philadelphia, PA, Sonya (Byron) Penn, of the city; 2 sons, Norris Nesbit, Charlotte, NC, Calvin (Musette) Nesbit, of...

May 28, 2018

Curtis Lee McCollum, 48, of Winston-Salem, N.C., died May 28, 2018

Curtis was born September 2, 1969, in Winston-Salem, N.C., to Glenda McCollum and Stevan Tillman.

He graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1988 and enlisted into the US Marine Corps. After serving in the Marine Corps he extended his education by studying at...

May 20, 2018

Mary McDonald Turner, 96, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina departed this life for her eternal reward on Sunday, May 20, 2018.  Mary was born on May 1, 1922 in the Eastover Township of Cumberland County, North Carolina to George and Mary "Minnie" McDonald.

She married Francis M. Turner of Winston-Salem, and this union eventually produced one son.  The...

May 17, 2018

Mrs. Dorothy Ann Allen Brame, affectionately known as "Bookie", 66, transitioned into eternity on Thursday, May 17, 2018.  Dorothy was born on June 2, 1951 in W-S, NC to the late Willis Allen, Sr. and Dorothy Clayborn Allen. She was a product of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, graduating from North Forsyth High School in 1969.

Dorothy was accomplished...

May 13, 2018

Vera Selena Barnes Taylor was born to Lester M. Barnes and Lillian Barnes on February 5, 1943 in Winston-Salem, NC.  The youngest of four daughters, she was affectionately known as "Lean" to family and friends.

Vera grew up in Winston-Salem and attended the Forsyth County Schools.  Vera's first job was at K&W Restaurant where she met her...

May 13, 2018

Mrs. Jettie Lou Lambeth Taylor, 75, was born September 6, 1942 in Forsyth County, NC.  She passed away May 13, 2018. She loved to put puzzles together and take care of her husband and children.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her son, Rocky Lambeth; and siblings.

Left to cherish...

May 13, 2018

Mr. Rory S. White, Sr., 45, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018.

Funeral services will be held at 5:00pm Thursday, May 17, 2018 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. The family visitation will be held from 4:00pm until 5:00pm on Thursday at the Chapel.

May 11, 2018

Mr. James Peoples, Jr., 71, known as "Jitty Bug or J.P.," was born on February 23, 1947 in Hampton, VA to Mary E. Peoples Smith and Charles S. Smith.  He transitioned on Friday, May 11, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Health.

James spent his life in Winston-Salem, NC and he was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School...

May 10, 2018

Fred Abbit was born May 20, 1935 in Winston Salem North Carolina. He passed away May 10, 2018. Fred was a former employee of Russell Funeral Home in the 1950's and 1960's. He leaves behind daughter Cynthia Abbit; granddaughter, Dominique Jones; grandson, Julian Fred Abbit; great grandson, Jaylen Smith; cousin, Leroy Cooper; as well as his other...

May 9, 2018

Mr. Richard Henry Patterson, Jr., 87, known as "Pat" or "June", was born July 13, 1930 in Bessemer City, NC to the late Richard Patterson, Sr. and Roberta Patterson.  Mr. Patterson transitioned from this life to eternal life with God on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center.

He grew up in Bessemer City, NC and...

May 7, 2018

Our Beloved Beatrice Denise Rice was born to Margie Rice and the late Alvin Rice on February 17, 1962. She departed this life on May 7, 2018.

"Beedie", as she was called by her loved ones, was a graduate of West Forsyth High School.

She was multi-talented; she could work on cars, beautify buildings, and...

May 4, 2018

Mr. Edward T. Greene passed away May 4, 2018. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Thursday, May 10, 2018 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.  The family visitation will be held from 12:30pm until 1:00pm on Thursday at the Chapel.

May 3, 2018

Elva L. Robinson Buchanan, 69, was born December 30, 1948 in Jamaica.  She departed this earthly life on Thursday, May 3, 2018.

She is survived by her children, Leroy Perrin, Marlene Palmer, Simone Grant, Garfield Buchanan, Kerry Buchanan, and Damion Buchanan; and a host of siblings, other relatives, and family friends.

Funeral services will be...

Apr 29, 2018

Mr. Avell L. Campbell was called home on April 29, 2018.  He was a school bus driver for the WSFCS for 24 years and had also worked for The Winston-Salem Transit Authority.

He leaves behind his wife, Georgianna Campbell; daughters, Cassandra Brown, Stephanie (Travarus) Cullins, and twin daughters, Kelis and Jelias; his mother & stepfather, Melinda &...

Apr 28, 2018

Dr. Carl Swann, Jr. 47, passed away April 28, 2018 in Lithonia, GA.

Homegoing celebration will be held at 12noon Monday, May 7, 2018 at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church.  The family visitation will be held from 10:00am until 12noon on Monday the Church.

Interment will be held at 11:00am Tuesday, May 8, 2018 in Salisbury...

Apr 26, 2018

Mrs. Lovie McConnell Cooper, 95, passed away at Trinity Glen Nursing Facility on Thursday, April 26, 2018 following a period of illness. She was born to the late Thomas McConnell, Sr. and Roxie Peay McConnell in Winston-Salem on April 26, 1923. A granddaughter, Wendy Cooper; and 7 siblings preceded her in death.

She attended Atkins High School...

Apr 25, 2018

Andrew Daudharry Maharajh, a source of strength and inspiration while on earth, has taken his rightful place among the angels in heaven, beside his wife of 63 years. Andrew was born in Trinidad, West Indies to Indian immigrants. He was an outstanding student and won a national scholarship to a prestigious High School in Trinidad.  In his quest for...

Apr 24, 2018

William "Billy" Witherspoon, 70, passed away on Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at the Winston-Salem Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Billy was born on August 28, 1947 to the late George, Sr. and Lillie Witherspoon.  He graduated from Atkins High School in 1965. In 1975, he moved to Alaska before returning home in 1981.  Billy had been a member...

Apr 24, 2018

Shemeka Renae Carter was born June 14, 1979 to Donald Hachet and Carrie Lee Carter.  She passed away unexpectedly on April 24, 2018.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, LaTonya Carter; and grandparents, Dorothy Carter, Warren Matthews, and Wallace (Eliza) Hachet.

She leaves to cherish her memories 3...