Willie Anderson, Jr.
Jan 13, 2017
Willie "Hannibal" Anderson, Jr. was born to Willie H. Anderson, Sr. and Rosa L. People on March 23, 1961. Willie transitioned to a resting place on January 13, 2017 at his home. Willie received his education in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County schools and was a graduate of West Forsyth High School. To know Willie was to love Willie. His laughter, smile,...
Nasir Jackson
Jan 11, 2017
Nasir D. Jackson, "King Nas", 13, was born to Ebony Patterson on December 18, 2003 in Winston-Salem, NC. God dispatched an angel on January 11, 2017. Nasir lived in Winston-Salem his entire life and was educated at Quality Educational Academy "QEA". He was a graceful warrior who had a reputation of greatness. Nasir's favorite subjects in school were math and...
William "Billy" Wade
Jan 10, 2017
Mr. William Foy "Billy" Wade, 89, was born October 21, 1927 to William Frank and Elizabeth Foy Wade in Forsyth County, NC. He departed this life on Tuesday evening, January 10, 2017 at Forsyth Medical Center. A lifelong resident of Winston-Salem, NC, Mr. Wade attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County public schools, graduating from Atkins High School. He continued his education at...
Joyce Henderson
Jan 8, 2017
Joyce Gilmore Henderson was born to the late Janie and Jacob Gilmore on February 4, 1939 in Asheville, NC. Joyce attended the public schools of Asheville and graduated from Stephens Lee High School. In high school she played varsity basketball, was a member of the band, and served as secretary of the student council. Following her high school graduation, Joyce...
Francenia Jones
Jan 7, 2017
Mrs. Francenia Chandler Jones was born in Williamsburg, South Carolina on October 9, 1945 to Leland & Early Mae Chandler. She was untied in holy matrimony to Benny Jones. Both her parents and husband preceded her in death. Left to cherish her memories are her five brothers, James Chandler, Ephrim (Darlene) Chandler, Leland (Pamela) Chandler, Isaac Chandler, & Jeremiah (Cassandra)...
Patricia Brown-Kinnard
Jan 6, 2017
Patricia Brown-Kinnard the daughter of the late Oliver Eugene Lash and Mable Golden Lash was born on August 17, 1943, and departed her earthly body on January 6, 2017 at her home. She matriculated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. Pat retired after working for 21 years for James and Amy Wall serving as their Nanny helping and providing loving...
James M. Jones, Jr.
Jan 5, 2017
Dr. James Marshall Jones, Jr. was born on June 4, 1924 to Meta and James Jones, Sr. Dr. Jones attended the local public schools graduating from Simon G. Atkins High School in 1941. After serving in the U.S. Army during World War II, he attended and graduated from Talladega College in 1950. He furthered his education at Meharry Medical College...
Jose' Barrios
Jan 4, 2017
Mr. Jose Barrios, 88, passed away January 4, 2017 at his residence. Entombment services will be held at 2:00pm Sunday, January 8, 2017 in Parklawn Memorial Gardens with Father Joe Angelini presiding.
Gladys Bray
Jan 3, 2017
On Tuesday, January 3, 2017, Dr. Gladys Whitworth Bray passed away. Dr. Bray was the Executive Director of the East of the River Boys and Girls Steel Band. She is survived by her great-nieces, Meka (Darshkin) Burch and Bianca (Brandon) Albright; devoted adopted son, Albert Strong, IV; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held...
Muriel Armstead
Jan 3, 2017
Ms. Muriel Hyocinth Armstead was born on May 14, 1923 and was called home on January 3, 2017 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. Muriel was educated in the city of New York. She became employed at The Emerson TV & Radio Corporation where she worked for many years. Muriel then went on to work at the Department of...
Isabella Spease
Jan 2, 2017
Isabella Spease, affectionately known as "Izzy" or "Aunt Isabel", was born January 31, 1932 to Idella Bellinger. Isabella was a graduate of Carver High School. After high school she enrolled at Winston-Salem Teachers College (WSSU) where she received as BS degree in education. She later earned an MS degree in education for NC A&T State University. While at Winston-Salem Teachers...
Ila Eldridge
Jan 2, 2017
Mrs. Ila LaVerne Hairston Eldridge, 83, passed away Monday, January 2, 2017 at her home. She was born in Rural Hall, NC on June 8, 1933. She was a member of Antioch Christian Church in Winston-Salem where she loved her pastor and church family. Occasionally, she would bless the congregation through song. She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Mary Graves
Dec 31, 2016
Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Graves, 93, passed away December 31, 2016 at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Monday, January 9, 2017 at Russell Funeral Home Chapel with Bishop Evyette Abbott officiating. The family visitation will be held from 12noon until 1:00pm on Monday at the Chapel.
James Mack
Dec 31, 2016
James Allen Mack was born on May 11, 1935 in Winston-Salem, NC to Willie G. and Gertie Jacobs Mack and departed this life on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at Forsyth Medical Center. "Mack", as he was affectionately known by family and friends, graduated from Atkins High School in 1953. He attended NCA&T State University before joining the U.S. Army during...
Theodore Evans
Dec 29, 2016
Theodore Emmanuel Evans, 78, was born on July 4, 1938 in Chicago, IL to Theodore, Sr. and Grace Evans. He was taken unexpectedly from this world on Wednesday Dec. 29, 2016 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. Known as "Ted" to his close family and friends, he was a businessman who used his skills to open Econoline Insurance Agency in July...
Eldridge D. Alston
Dec 27, 2016
Eldridge D. Alston was born on June 20, 1928 and was called home on Tuesday, December 27, 2016. A lifelong resident of Winston-Salem, he was the second son of the late Johnny O. Alston, Sr. and Florence DeWalt Alston. He graduated from Atkins High School in 1951 and continued his education at Winston-Salem State University from 1951- 1954. He served...
Georgia Davis
Dec 22, 2016
On December 22, 2016, Mrs. Georgia S. Davis was called home to be with the Lord. She ran a gallant race, and her work here on earth is complete. She was born July 17, 1933 to James Stancil and Armelia Collins in Candor, NC. Georgia grew up in Winston-Salem and worked at Forsyth Medical Center for 30+ years where she...
Rev. Mark J. Richards, Jr.
Dec 19, 2016
Then Jesus said, "Come to me, all of you who are weary and heavy burdened, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28) Our giant is now in the arms of Our Lord. Rev. Mark J. Richards, Jr., entered his eternal rest on Monday, December 19, 2016. He passed away peacefully in his sleep after battling acute heart disease at...
Allen Wayne Rice
Dec 18, 2016
On Sunday, December 18, 2016, Allen W. Rice entered into eternal rest. Allen was born on October 18, 1957 to his loving mother Gemine Rice and Dewalter Rice of W-S, NC. After retiring from the United States Army, Allen made his career as a high school track coach and referee for the Winston-Salem Forsyth County school system. In addition to...
Nathaniel Williams, Sr.
Dec 17, 2016
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7 Nathaniel Prophet Judge Williams, Sr., 87, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, December 17, 2016. He was a native of York, SC. He was a dedicated member of St. John C.M.E. Church and was formerly employed at RJ Reynolds Tobacco...