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.
Robert Pollard, Sr.
Dec 13, 2016
"For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with Him." I Thessalonians 4:14 Deacon Robert Lee Pollard, Sr., aka "Frog", transitioned from his earthly tabernacle to his eternal place of residence to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on Tuesday, December 13, 2016. "Willing rather...
Lutherene Gleaton
Dec 12, 2016
Mrs. Lutherene Gleaton, 92, departed this life at 11:00pm on Monday, December 12, 2016 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Lutherene was born July 11, 1924 in Orangeburg County, SC. She was the daughter of Walter & Essie Stokes of North, SC. She attended Orangeburg County Public County Schools and St. James AME Church in North, SC. Upon relocating to...
Rowchester Williams
Dec 12, 2016
Mr. Rowchester Williams, affectionately known as "Chester", was born December 24, 1948 to Richard and Pearl Williams. He was summoned from this side of Jordan to be with the Lord on Monday, December 12, 2016 at Silas Creek Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. He was a native of Latta, SC and was a resident of Winston-Salem, NC for a great...
Linnie Mae Wyche
Dec 10, 2016
Mrs. Linnie Mae Wyche departed this life on Saturday, December 10, 2016. She was born April 23, 1945 to Rufus Potter and Lillie Mae Corbitt. Linnie attended the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools (WSFCS). She was a former employee of the WSFCS for over 20 years. Linnie was preceded in death by her parents; a stepmother, Florence Potter; two brothers, Rufus...
Jacqueline Levon Stephens Jones
Dec 9, 2016
Mrs. Jacqueline Levon Stephens Jones, 61, was born February 6, 1955 and journeyed home on December 9, 2016. Homegoing celebration will be held at 12:00noon Thursday, December 15, 2016 at Goler Memorial AME Zion Church, 630 North Patterson Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 12:00noon on Thursday...
Rodney Moore
Dec 2, 2016
On Friday, December 2, 2016, Rodney Theophilus Moore, affectionately known as "Moe" to his friends, peacefully entered into eternal rest. Rodney was born on January 17, 1961 to the late Reverend Walter Moore and the late Minister Thelma B. Moore of W-S, NC. Rodney attended the Winston-Salem School System, was an alumnus of Winston-Salem State University, and was also a...
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...
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