Eric Mcallister
Nov 29, 2016
Eric Gerald McAllister, 51, departed this life on Tuesday, November 29, 2016 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home after an extended period of illness. He was a graduate of East Forsyth High School and furthered his education at NC A&T State University. He was a faithful member of Macedonia Worship Center. He leaves to cherish the legacy of his...
Raulphard William Black, Ii
Nov 27, 2016
Raulphard William Black, II, 71, passed away while he was surrounded by his loving family on November 27, 2016 in Accokeek, Maryland. Raulphard, also known as "Ross" and "RW", was born November 30, 1944 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Lucille Moses Black and Raulphard Black Sr. He was educated in the Winston-Salem public school system and graduated from Anderson...
Juanita Lane
Nov 27, 2016
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7 On Sunday, November 27, 2016 Mrs. Juanita Elizabeth Lane, 74, received her crown. Juanita was born on March 2, 1942 to the late William L. and Mildred B. Love. She attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools. She was employed by Wake...
Patricia Galloway Burns
Nov 26, 2016
On Saturday, November 26, 2016, Patricia Galloway Burns affectionately known as "Pat" to her friends, "Aunt Tricia" to her family, and "Suga" to her devoted husband, peacefully entered into eternal rest after a brief period of illness. Patricia was born on November 8, 1954 in Winston-Salem, NC. She was preceded in death by her mother, Catherine Surles; her sister, Margerine...
Albert Lorenzo Lyerly, Jr.
Nov 26, 2016
Mr. Albert Lorenzo Lyerly, Jr. 69, affectionately known as "June" was born to Albert Lorenzo Lyerly, Sr. and Ethel Glenn on January 2, 1947. He departed this earthly life on November 26, 2016 at his residence. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, James Davis; two sisters, Frankie Graham and Cassandra Mints; and one...
Beverly Mitchell
Nov 24, 2016
Mrs. Beverly Nance Mitchell, 52, affectionately known to family and friends as "Bay", was born August 3, 1964 in Philadelphia, PA to Mary and Joseph Nance. She was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 24, 2016. Beverly was employed by Hanes Brand for over 20 years and was a faithful member of Mt. Calvary Holy Church....
John Frank Miles
Nov 19, 2016
Mr. John Frank Miles affectionately known to many as "Big John" & "John Frank" was born April 22, 1959 to the late Nathaniel & Willie Deborah Fuller Miles, Sr. at Kate Bitting Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC. John was raised in Walkertown, NC. John Frank graduated from East Forsyth High School Class of 1977. He then went on to attend Winston...
Mamie Ruth Woods Hampton
Nov 16, 2016
Mamie Ruth Hampton was born October 20, 1938 in Jonesville, NC to Mable Woods and Osborn Woods. She went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 16, 2016. She married Melvin Hampton in 1955 and in the early sixties, she moved to New Jersey and then New York after working as a dedicated Health Care provider. She later...
Katherine Rayser-Coleman
Nov 15, 2016
Mrs. Katherine Thompson Rayser-Coleman , 67, died Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at her home. Katherine was born January 14, 1949 in Forsyth County, NC to the late Robert & Sarah Thompson. Having graduated from Forsyth Tech with a degree in nursing, she found employment at WSCC. Katherine was very active in Rising Ebenezer Baptist Church where she participated on the...
Benoria Albertha Walls
Nov 13, 2016
Benoria "Albertha" Walls was born January 25, 1946 in Conway, South Carolina to the late Meller Phillips Walls and Samuel Walls. She was a retired supervisor with the Marque Hotel. She departed this earthly life on November 13, 2016. Albertha was a lover of God. She was praising God for his works before she transitioned to a place where God...
Larry Crump
Nov 11, 2016
Mr. Larry L. Crump of Winston-Salem earned his wings to glory on November 11, 2016 at his residence. Mr. Crump was a graduate of the Maryland County Schools. Larry was a retired employee of the City of Winston-Salem Landscaping Department. He was preceded in death by his parents Deloris Crump and Walter Wallace. He leaves to cherish his wife Juanita...
Donald Gray Petree, Jr.
Nov 10, 2016
Donald "Donnie" Gray Petree, Jr. departed this life on November 10, 2016 in Greensboro, N.C. He was born July 14, 1973 in Winston-Salem, N.C. to Donald Gray Petree Sr., (deceased) and Lillie Mae Petree. He was a life-long learner who graduated from North Forsyth High School in Forsyth County. Donnie received a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from...
Mildred Strickland Peppers
Nov 7, 2016
Mildred Strickland Peppers, a God fearing and deeply devoted wife, mother, sister and friend, met her bridegroom on November 7, 2016. Mildred was born on June 6, 1948 to the late Samuel and Frances Strickland. Educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Public School System and graduated from Albert H. Anderson High School in 1968. Mildred attended Winston-Salem State University (WSSU)...
Thelma Elizabeth Williamson Foster
Nov 7, 2016
Mrs. Thelma Elizabeth Williamson Foster, the daughter of the late Mack Samuels and Mary Williamson Rogers, was born on March 21, 1930 in Winston-Salem, NC and was called to glory on Monday, November 7, 2016 at home surrounded by her loving family. Thelma was educated in the Winston-Salem public school system. In her early years, she worked for the historic...
Betty Miller
Oct 26, 2016
Betty "Lou" Edwards Miller earned her wings to glory on October 26, 2016 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born August 11, 1946 and was a graduate of Carver High School Class of 1964. She was preceded in death by her parents, Julia Bell Campbell and Marion Edwards. Ms. Miller is survived by her five children, Annette...
Roscoe Eller
Oct 26, 2016
Mr. Rosco Eller was born January 15, 1932 to Wade and Othella Gaither Eller. He departed this earthly home for his heavenly home on October 26, 2016 at the family home. He attended school in the Midway Community in Davidson County. Mr. Eller held several employment positions including: The City of Winston-Salem, Sara Lee (Stratford Road), Burns Security Company, and...
Melinee Allen
Oct 24, 2016
Melinee LaVerne Allen, 71, passed away on Monday, October 24, 2016 in Fayetteville, NC at her home. Melinee was the daughter of Dr. Hobart T. Allen and Bessie L. Allen. Melinee Laverne Allen was born June 18, 1945 in Winston-Salem, NC. Melinee was a graduate of Bishop McGuiness High School, June 1963. She received her undergraduate degree from Butler University...
Wilbert Samuel, Sr.
Oct 23, 2016
Mr. Wilbert Bouleware Samuel, Sr., 79, was born May 31, 1937 in Winston-Salem, NC to Hasker B. Samuel, Sr. and Willie Mae Samuel. He departed this life October 23, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Albert Samuel, Sr., LaVerne Samuel, and Dorothy Mae Samuel. He is survived by his loving wife, Grace Hall Samuel; son,...
Darlene Spruill
Oct 23, 2016
On February 5, 1954 the Lord sent a special angel, Darlene Moore Spruill, down to be on this earth. On the morning of October 23, 2016 the Lord took back his angel. Darlene was born in Washington, DC to Bernice and Dorothy Moore. Darlene graduated from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System in 1973. Darlene loved jazz, gospel, R&B, and reggae...
Gloria Miller
Oct 22, 2016
Gloria Miller was born May 30, 1940 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Mary McKnight and Clarence Mitchell. She departed this earthly life on October 22, 2016. Gloria Miller was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Otis Miller of Winston-Salem NC; her brother, Harry Carter McKnight; and sisters, Lillie Beatrice "Tut" McKnight and Patricia Ann "Fizzie" McKnight. Gloria was...