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Recent obituaries in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

The obituaries in the Winston-Salem, North Carolina area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Winston-Salem's history and identity.

Judy Redd

Judy Redd

Jun 7, 2017

Judy Ray Redd was born in Atlanta GA on July 4, 1947 to John Ray and Helen Walker Ray.  She transitioned from labor to reward during the quiet early morning hours on Wednesday, June 7, 2017.

Judy attended the public schools of Atlanta and graduated from Bernie Harris High School, Athens GA in 1965.  She received the...

Nealie Lee Ellerbe

Nealie Lee Ellerbe

Jun 6, 2017

Nealie Lee Ellerbe, aka "Bo", 78, Honorably Discharged Veteran of the US Armed Forces, was born October 25, 1938 in Latta, SC to Annie Feen Ellerbe.  He departed this earthly life on June 6, 2017. Mr. Ellerbe resided in Brooklyn, NY for 39 years and then moved to Winston-Salem, NC in 1999. He graduated from Latimer High School in...

Marcus Antonio Payton, Ii

Marcus Antonio Payton, Ii

Jun 5, 2017

Mr. Marcus Antonio Payton, II, passed away Monday, June 5, 2017 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. He was born January 5, 1997 in Atlanta, Georgia to Marcus Antonio Payton, Sr. and Tracy Denise Shaw.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00pm Thursday, June 15, 2017 at New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, 1212 N. Dunleith Ave., W-S,...

Alma Hart

Alma Hart

Jun 4, 2017

Mrs. Alma Lee Watkins Hart, 79, of 3052 Greeley St. was born and raised in Winston-Salem, NC.  She was a member of Mars Hill Baptist Church and was a retired food service employee of 64 Reynolds.

Mrs. Hart passed away Sunday, June 4, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center.

She was preceded in death by her...

Thelma Graham

Thelma Graham

Jun 3, 2017

Thelma Sarah Bell Graham was born in New York City, New York on July 21, 1928 to Lula Almetta Dudley Bell and Elver Lee Bell.  She was the granddaughter of George Dudley and Sarah Hardy Dudley of Greenville, North Carolina and Nash P. Bell and Lucy Dixon Bell of Swansboro, North Carolina.  As a child, she spent her summers...

Mark Lee Spencer

Mark Lee Spencer

Jun 3, 2017

Our one and only son with a heart of gold is gone. Mark Lee Spencer, 36, departed this life on June 3, 2017.

He survived by his loving parents, Phillip and Lynn Spencer and a host of other relatives and friends.

We will always love and miss you. Love, Mom, Dad, and Charlie.

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Carvin "Cb" Boyd, Sr.

Carvin "Cb" Boyd, Sr.

Jun 2, 2017

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7

Mr. Carvin "C.B." Boyd, Sr., 92, formerly of Gastonia, NC passed away peacefully on June 2, 2017 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, NC.

He was born December 14, 1924 in Gaston County,...

Oliver White

Oliver White

May 31, 2017

Oliver Odell White, affectionately called "Puddin," passed away at CRT Golden Lamb Rest Home on May 31, 2017, following a period of illness. He was born to the late Thelma Louise White and Albert Haston in Forsyth County, NC on February 5, 1934. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, William Alphonso White,...

Peggy Rucker

Peggy Rucker

May 31, 2017

Mrs. Peggy Jones Rucker, 67, died Wednesday, May 31, 2017.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, June 5, 2017 at Union Chapel Baptist Church, Winston-Salem, NC. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.  The family visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Monday at the Church.

Donavan Whitehead

Donavan Whitehead

May 31, 2017

Donavan Elijah Whitehead was born January 23, 1994 in Newark, NJ and passed away Wednesday, May 31, 2017 in the comfort of his home after battling a long fought illness.

Donavan graduated from North Forsyth High School in 2012 where he played on the football and wrestling teams.  He was an avid lover of all sports, with...

Catherine Hawkins-Speller

Catherine Hawkins-Speller

May 30, 2017

Ms. Catherine Arvetta Hawkins-Speller, 52, of 9473 Glenn Road, Lewisville, NC went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.  She was born July 3, 1964 in Forsyth County to the late Howard Hawkins and Thomasina Hawkins.

"Cookie" as she was affectionately known, was educated in the local...

Debra Frazier

Debra Frazier

May 28, 2017

Debra Gail Frazier, 62, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2017 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC after a brief illness.

Born March 10, 1955 in Winston-Salem, NC, she graduated from West Forsyth High School in Clemmons, NC.  She worked most of her life as a nursing assistant, care-sitter, and raised countless children from infancy.  Debra was...

Lana Fisher

Lana Fisher

May 26, 2017

Mrs. Lana Jevernia Fisher, 69, of 4428 Stowe Street, passed away Friday May 26, 2017 after an extended illness. She was born May 5, 1948 to the late John Edward and Eloise Wilder Leecost in North Philadelphia.

Homegoing services will be held at 1:00pm Thursday, June 1, 2017 at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church.  Interment will follow in...

Ruby Brunson

Ruby Brunson

May 26, 2017

Ruby F. Brunson, daughter of the late Mary Mumford, was born on February 8, 1934 in Winston Salem, North Carolina. She made her transition into eternal life on Friday, May 26, 2017. Ruby F. Brunson was a true asset to her community, she loved to help others in any way that she could. As a result of her generous...

Leroy Miller

Leroy Miller

May 25, 2017

On Thursday, May 25, 2017, Deacon Leroy Lee Miller, 78, of Winston-Salem transitioned from life while working in his beautiful yard into the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  He was born October 7, 1938 to the late Bishop and Anne Bell Miller.

Leroy served in the United States Army from April 1961 until he...

Deborah Tucker

Deborah Tucker

May 25, 2017

Deborah McLaurin Tucker, 59, originally from Clinton, NC transitioned from this life, Thursday, May 25, 2017 at her home in Winston-Salem, NC. She is preceded in death by her husband, Narvie Jones Tucker and is survived by her only son, Narvie Jarrell Tucker, her parents, Clarence Robert McLaurin and Bessie Mae McLaurin, two granddaughters, Alana and Laila, one sister, Brenda...

Jackie Marlin

Jackie Marlin

May 24, 2017

Mr. Jackie Lee Marlin, 63, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at his home. He was born December 22, 1953 in Winston-Salem, NC, the son of the late Kenneth and Christine Luckey Marlin.

Jackie was a Baptist by faith.

Mr. Marlin was a 1972 graduate of Reynolds High School where he played football. After working...

Cornell Hancock

Cornell Hancock

May 16, 2017

Cornell Hancock, loving father and grandfather, died on May 16, 2017 at the age of 84 in Winston-Salem, NC.

Cornell worked over thirty-five years in flooring for Styron Flooring Covering. He enjoyed fishing, listening to music, and spending time with family.

He was preceded in death by his sons, Little Man and Cornell, Jr.

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Oscar Hines

Oscar Hines

May 14, 2017

Mr. Oscar Hines, 83, was born on May 16, 1933 to Sue Avery and Wilson Hines in Fayetteville NC.  Mr. Hines was called home, to dwell with our heavenly Father on May 14, 2017.  He met the love of his life at Antioch Baptist church in 1953, and would later marry Betty Jean Brown in 1957.  Mr. Hines graduated...

Charles Mitchell

Charles Mitchell

May 13, 2017

Charles Robert Mitchell, 92, departed from this life on Saturday May 13, 2017 at his residence.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Ruth N. Mitchell in October 2016.

He is survived by his dedicated sister-in-law, Edmonia Fisher; and a host of loving nephews, nieces, relatives, and friends. Charles was a...

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