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.
Elvenia Johnson
Aug 14, 2016
Mrs. Elvenia Johnson, 72, passed away Sunday, August 14, 2016. Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church with Dr. Serenus T. Churn, Sr. officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11:30am until 12:00noon on Saturday at the Church.
Don Charles Smith
Aug 11, 2016
Mr. Don Charles Smith, affectionately known as "Smitty" to his family and friends was born December 25, 1951 in Winston-Salem, NC. to Charles S. Smith and Mary Evans Smith. He departed this life Thursday, August 11, 2016 at Forsyth Medical Center after a brief period of illness. Mr. Smith was educated in the Winston-Salem, Forsyth County School System. He was...
Nathan Labronsha Gramble
Aug 10, 2016
Nathan Labronsha Gamble, 28, went home to be with the Lord on August 10, 2016. Nathan was born on September 11, 1987 to Lula Gamble and the late Nathan Green. Nathan loved football, in particular, the Oakland Raiders and the Alabama Crimson Tide. He loved spending time with his family, playing video games, and enjoyed hiking with his daughter and...
Wayne Michael Watkins
Aug 10, 2016
Wayne Michael Watkins, 71, affectionately known as "Fuzzy" departed this life on August 10, 2016. Wayne was born November 6, 1944 to Albert and Hessie Watkins in Rockingham, NC. He was a resident of Pine Hall, NC. He loved fishing and hunting. He was a veteran of the United States Army having served in the Vietnam War. He retired from...
Debbie Diane Edmond Moses
Aug 9, 2016
Ms. Debbie Diane Edmond Moses, 53, passed away August 9, 2016 at Forsyth Medical Center. A memorial service will be held 1:00pm Tuesday, August 16, 2016 at Praise Assembly Church Ministries, Inc. with Dr. Johnny L. York, officiating.
William "Billy" Slater, Iii
Aug 9, 2016
Mr. William "Billy" Slater, III, 42, of 1653 Marble Street passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at Forsyth Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Monday, August 15, 2016 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 12:00noon on Monday at the Chapel.
Rosa G. Powell
Aug 7, 2016
Mrs. Rosa Mae Powell, 82, of 110 Crossfield Ridge Ct. peacefully went home to be with the Lord, August 7, 2016. Rosa, affectionately known as "Ma Powell", was born to Corrine & Harry Green in Bishopville, South Carolina on January 12, 1934. She relocated to Winston-Salem, NC in the 1950's with spouse James Benjamin and 2 young children. She joined...
Mattie Mcclendon
Aug 1, 2016
Mrs. Mattie McClendon, 89, was born October 16, 1926. She departed this life on August 1, 2016. She attended High School in Hogansville, Georgia where she was a member of basketball team and later attended Savannah State College and earned a degree in Social Work. She worked for over 30 years as a social worker at Forsyth County Department of...
Brenda Kay Miller
Jul 29, 2016
Brenda Kay Miller, 44, of Winston-Salem left this earth for her heavenly home on Friday, July 29, 2016. Brenda Miller was born November 24, 1971 in Winston-Salem, NC to Richard Bernard Miller, Sr. and Brenda Faye Miller of the city. She was a graduate of North Forsyth High School, Class of 91' and attended Forsyth Technical Community College. Brenda was...
Woodrow B Haney, Sr.
Jul 29, 2016
Woodrow B. Haney, Sr., 88, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina departed this life on Friday, July 29, 2016 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. He was born on June 7, 1928 in Forsyth County to the late Walter Haney and Bertha Byers. Woodrow retired from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company after forty-two years of service. He also worked at Winston-Salem State University for...
Norris E. Williams
Jul 27, 2016
Mr. Norris Emanuel Williams, 66, of 630 Chandler Street passed away Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at Forsyth Medical Center. Memorial services will be held 4pm Friday August 12, 2016 at Piney Grove Baptist Church.`
Vincent Michael Gomez
Jul 23, 2016
Vincent Michael Gomez was a true native New Yorker, born and educated in the New York Catholic parochial system as the first of two children of the late Irene (Taylor) Gomez and Vincente Gomez. Always inquisitive, witty, and blessed with an easy smile and kind heart, Vincent's early years were shaped by observing life on streets of Harlem and the...
Annie Lee Chishlom
Jul 20, 2016
Ms. Annie Lee Chisholm, 74, of 760 Highland Avenue Apt. N passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at her residence. She is survived by her children, Belinda and Jeffery Chisholm; 3 grandchildren; 7 greatgrandchildren; 1 brother, James Chisholm; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Gregory Cloud and...
Bettie Lou Williams Bennett
Jul 18, 2016
Bettie Lou Williams Bennett, 74, daughter of the late, Willie Williams and Juanita Bowens Williams, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 18 after a short period of illness at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. She was born on February 12, 1942 in Winston-Salem and graduated from Atkins High School in 1959, completing her...
George Floyd
Jul 17, 2016
Mr. George Floyd, 85, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 17, 2016 at Forsyth Medical Center. Funeral services will be held 11:30am Friday, July 22, 2016 at St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Alan Suber, officiating. Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 11:30am...
Cora Jane Day Warren
Jul 16, 2016
Mrs. Cora Jane Day Warren, 109, of 1512 E. 1st. Street, passed away Saturday, July 16, 2016. She was born in Yanceyville, NC to the late Jim and Dorothy Day. She later moved to Winston-Salem where she stayed at previous locations before she moved to the Happy Hill Community where she started the first Girl Scout Troop. She was also...
Carlton "Carl" Wendell Binns
Jul 16, 2016
Mr. Carlton "Carl" Wendell Binns, 65, of Winston-Salem, NC, died at his home after a long illness on Saturday, July 16, 2016. He is survived by his devoted, caring, and loving wife of 12 years, Charleator Binns, who was faithfully at his side comforting him until death. Born in Newport News, VA on June 3, 1951, he was the son...
Helen Vernell Johnson Lewis
Jul 16, 2016
Mrs. Helen Vernell Johnson Lewis, 65, of Parkwood Ave. Winston-Salem, NC was born October 15, 1950. She departed this life July 16, 2016 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was married to Richard Lewis and has one son, Christian Lewis of the home. Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, July 23, 2016 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel with...
William Standard Lamaupin
Jul 15, 2016
Mr. William Standard LaMaupin, Jr., 81, was born September 23, 1934 to William Standard LaMaupin and Sarah LaMaupin in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He departed this life for a better one with the Lord on Friday, July 15, 2016. William loved the Lord and accepted Christ at a young age and was a faithful member of St. Peter's Church and World...
Paul Miller,Iii
Jul 2, 2016
Mr. Paul Lewis Miller, III was born on January 1, 1959. He departed this life on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at his home. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Friday, July 8, 2016 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 1301 Alamance Church Road Greensboro, NC. The family visitation will be held from 11:30am until 12noon on Friday at the Church.
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