obituaries

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.

Harvey Williams

Harvey Williams

May 11, 2017

Harvey Wade Williams was born in Winston-Salem to George W. and Essie W. Williams on October 30, 1942.  He passed away May 11, 2017 at Oak Forest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a brief illness.

He graduated from Atkins High School and attended Forsyth Tech.  He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and retired...

Emery Rann, Iii

Emery Rann, Iii

May 10, 2017

Pastor Emery Louvelle Rann, III transitioned on Wednesday, May 10, 2017.  He was born on August 2, 1952 to the late Dr. Emery L. and Margratha Rann in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Emery was a man of deep spiritual and religious convictions.  He believed in the African tradition of defining family through relationships in addition to blood kin. ...

Donald Lee Jones

Donald Lee Jones

May 9, 2017

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing."  II Timothy 4: 7-8

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Joseph H. Covington, Sr.

Joseph H. Covington, Sr.

May 9, 2017

Deacon Joseph Henry Covington, Sr., 98, entered eternal rest on Tuesday morning, May 9, 2017.  He was born in Southern Pines, NC on March 14, 1919 to Robert, Sr. & Annie Curton Covington.

Deacon Covington attended the public schools of Southern Pines and moved to Winston-Salem, NC in 1936.  He was a World War II Veteran of...

Malia Hardin

Malia Hardin

May 8, 2017

Malia LeVette Hardin was born on April 21, 1975.

She is survived by her parents, Janice P. Benjamin and Mannie "Giggie" (Denise) Hardin; one brother, Rodney C. Hardin; son, Justyn Jahvon Hardin; niece, Apiffany Jacole Craven; uncles, Henry Hardin, Bernard Hardin, and Vincent Parker; aunts, Mary Lee Cook, Marie P. Barnes, Blondell S. Hardin, Willie Mae Hardin...

Rosetta King

Rosetta King

May 6, 2017

Mrs. Rosetta Ariyomi King, 81, was born October 12, 1935 in Freetown, Sierra Leone.  She departed on May 6, 2017.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Winston-Salem First.  Interment will follow in Forsyth Memorial Park. The family visitation will be held from 12noon until 1:00pm on Saturday at the Church.

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Freeman Roebuck

Freeman Roebuck

May 3, 2017

Mr. Freeman J. Roebuck passed away Wednesday, May 3, 2017. He was a faithful member of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church for 38 years and served as a trustee, on the senior choir, and Male Chorus throughout his membership. He graduated from Carver High School in 1950 and attended a university in Cheyenne, Wyoming where he specialized in Communications. He...

Paulet Howard, Sr.

Paulet Howard, Sr.

May 2, 2017

Mr. Paulet R. Howard, Sr., 94, of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away at Springwood Care Center during the morning hours on May 2, 2017.  He was born April 19, 1923 in Darlington, SC to the late Early and Patsy Berry Howard. However, from his early years until his death his home was Winston-Salem, NC. His education was obtained through Winston-Salem/Forsyth...

Leonard Glenn

Leonard Glenn

Apr 29, 2017

Leonard Glenn went home to peace on Saturday, April 29, 2017.  He was born on November 26, 1942 to the late Wade and Catherine Glenn.  He was employed at RJ Reynolds and self-employed at Glenn Construction Company for over 30 years.

In addition to his parents, awaiting his arrival are his son, Leonard Bernard Glenn; brother, Bill...

Charles Lee "Chuck" Mcneely

Charles Lee "Chuck" Mcneely

Apr 28, 2017

Charles Lee "Chuck" McNeely, 71, passed away Friday April 28, 2017 at Wake Forest Baptist Health.

He was born May 11, 1945 in Winston Salem, NC to Charles Lee Brown and Queen Ester McNeely.  He was married to Lucretia "Trish Ann" Witherspoon McNeely for 43 years.  Chuck was educated in the Forsyth County School System and graduated...

Guster Mae Black

Guster Mae Black

Apr 27, 2017

Mrs. Guster Mae Black, 92, was born June 24, 1924 and passed away April 27, 2017.

She retired from 62 Cafeteria at RJ Reynolds Tobacco Co. and was a dedicated lifetime member of Hanes Memorial CME Church where she served on the Gospel Choir and the Missionary Board.

Mrs. Black was preceded in death by...

Shelton Holman

Shelton Holman

Apr 26, 2017

Shelton Holman, affectionately known to family and friends as "Shep Lee", was born June 9, 1949 and departed this earthly life on April 26, 2017.  He attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools and loved his life to the fullest.  He was loved by many, especially his family.

"Shep Lee" was preceded in death by his mother, Louise...

Laura Anderson

Laura Anderson

Apr 24, 2017

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Ms. Laura Ann Anderson, departed her life on April 24, 2017. She was a Virginia native that was born March 19, 1950 who was smart, compassionate, loving, caring, and sassy.

She was employed by Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center (WFBMC) for many years. She enjoyed her career and the patients she cared...

Robert Lee Ziglar

Robert Lee Ziglar

Apr 22, 2017

Robert Lee Ziglar was born on January 28, 1938 in Westfield, NC to James Howard and Lizzie France Ziglar.  He was a proud graduate of Carver High School and a retiree of Reynolds American (RJ Reynolds Tobacco) after 38 years of service.

He was a man with a big heart, humble spirit and a great love for...

Jon Gentry

Jon Gentry

Apr 22, 2017

On April 22, 2017 heaven called home beloved son, brother, uncle, best friend, and Christian. Jon Gentry's caring heart, giving spirit, and warm laughter blessed all who knew him.  Although he is no longer with us, his memory lives on through the many friends and family who loved him dearly.

Jon was born on November 16, 1986...

Kimeko "Meko" James

Kimeko "Meko" James

Apr 21, 2017

Kimeko "Meko" Dejuan James, 26, answered the Master's call on Friday, April 21, 2017 at Moses Cone Hospital. Born July 8, 1990 to Natoshia Miles and Kennetha "Kim" Brown, he was a member of the Parkland High School Class of 2008 where he was a notable football player and wrestler. He studied Digital Music at Antelope Valley College in...

Apostle-Elect Dirah J. Martin

Apostle-Elect Dirah J. Martin

Apr 15, 2017

Apostle-Elect Dirah J. Martin went home to be with the Lord on April 15, 2017 while surrounded by loved ones in her Winston Salem home. She was born on November 5, 1948 to the late Reverend James C. Jones and Geneva Wilkins in Winston Salem, NC.

She was preceded in death her parents, husband of...

Constance Napper Daniels

Constance Napper Daniels

Apr 11, 2017

A celebration of life service for Constance Napper Daniels will be held at 1:00pm Monday, April 17, 2017 at Emmanuel Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Mendez officiating.  Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 12noon until 1:00pm on Monday at the Church.

Clara Cloud

Clara Cloud

Apr 11, 2017

Clara Owens Cloud departed this life on April 11, 2017 at the age of 97.

Clara worked for 42 years as both a teacher and guidance counselor in the WSFC School System.

She was married to the late Paul O. Cloud and was the mother of Carolyn Cloud (Arthur) Mims and Paul Owens (Linda) Cloud;...

Charles Miller

Charles Miller

Apr 8, 2017

Reverend Charles Bernard Miller, 69, of 1335 N. Jackson Avenue passed away April 8, 2017 at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center after a long illness.

A celebration of life service will be held at 12noon Monday, April 17, 2017 at St. Anne's Episcopal Church, 2690 Fairlawn Dr. W-S, NC 27106. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.  The...

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