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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.

Mary Williams

Mary Williams

Dec 6, 2015

Ms. Mary Louise Williams, 60, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 6, 2015. She enjoyed helping others and was a bold witness for the Lord. If you ever ran into her, she always invited you to come to church with her. Mary loved her family, spiritual family, neighbors and friends. She was a faithful member of...

Debra Sullivan

Debra Sullivan

Dec 5, 2015

Debra Sue Jordan Sullivan, 58, was granted her angel wings on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston Salem, NC. "Sue" as she was affectionately known as, was born in Siler City, NC on January 24, 1957. She was a member of Jordan Grove AME Zion Church where she was a Sunday school teacher, member of the...

Leon Smith

Leon Smith

Dec 5, 2015

Mr. Leon Smith departed this life on December 5, 2015. Mr. Smith was born October 18, 1949. He was a graduate of Atkins High School and was a retired employee of Duke Energy. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Brenda Smith; two sons, Leon (Renee) Smith and Fredrick (Jeneva) Brown; a devoted sister, Marlene Wilson; niece, Robyn Gray;...

Deloris Huntley

Deloris Huntley

Dec 5, 2015

Deloris Rutledge Huntley, 70, peacefully slipped into her eternal slumber on December 5, 2015 after an extended illness. She was born on September 15, 1945 to the late Eva Dale Rutledge in Winston-Salem, NC. In addition to her mother she was preceded in death by two brothers, Alphonso "Bo" Rutledge and Norris "Red" Rutledge; and one sister, Barbara Jean Rutledge....

Katie Boulware

Katie Boulware

Dec 4, 2015

Mrs. Katie Arnold Boulware, 88, of 825 N. Cameron Ave. W-S, NC, the daughter of the late Mr. Joe Arnold and Mrs. Mary Arnold, and widow of Marshall T. Boulware, Sr., passed away on Friday, December 4, 2015 at Forsyth Medical Center following a brief period of illness. She was born in Asheville, NC but spent most of her life...

Latonia Charles

Latonia Charles

Dec 4, 2015

Ms. Latonia Charles, 49, Latonia passed away at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, after a brief illness on Friday December 4, 2015. She was a 1984 graduate of West Forsyth Sr. High School, as well as Forsyth Technical College, where she received her degree in Nursing. Her professional career included positions with Baptist Hospital, Amos Cottage, Novant Health, and Brookridge...

Juanita Johnson

Juanita Johnson

Dec 1, 2015

JUANITA JOHNSON was born to the late Dolphus and Rosie White on June 13, 1927, in Chicago, Illinois. JUANITA JOHNSON attended DuSable High School and later completed Nursing Training. She worked for 35 years in the clerical department of the catalog company, Aldens. JUANITA JOHNSON was united in holy matrimony to Johnie Johnson and was married for 25 years. JUANITA...

Shelia Jackson

Shelia Jackson

Nov 28, 2015

Shelia Renee Reeves Jackson, 59, was born June 2, 1956 to the late Easter Mae Duncan and James E. Reeves. She departed this earthly life on Saturday, November 28, 2015. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, James S. Reeves; sister, Gloria R. Broadway; brothers-in-law, James Bradley and Billy W. Miller; and her uncle,...

H. Glenn Davis, Sr.

H. Glenn Davis, Sr.

Nov 24, 2015

Harry Glenn Davis, Sr., affectionately known as "H. Glenn Davis", went home to be with his Heavenly Father on the morning of November 24, 2015. Harry was born to the late William and E. Virginia Davis in Stokes County, NC. Mr. Davis was a graduate of the Atkins High School Class of 1954. Attorney H. Glenn Davis passionately served as...

Woodrow Brown

Woodrow Brown

Nov 24, 2015

Mr. Woodrow Brown, 73, of 1502 NE 23rd Street passed away November 24, 2015 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Saturday, November 28, 2015 at Antioch Christian Church with Reverend James Gilliam officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 12noon until 1:00pm on Saturday at the Church.

Veda Lagarde

Veda Lagarde

Nov 17, 2015

Veda A. Lagarde, 70, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 17, 2015. We're missing your voice, calls, smile, and your magnificent cooking. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Monday, November 23, 2015 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel, 822 Carl Russell Ave. W-S, NC 27101 with Pastor Rochelle Richardson officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen...

Juanita Plowden Golden

Juanita Plowden Golden

Nov 16, 2015

Juanita Delores Plowden Golden was born October 25, 1930 in W-S, NC to Bishop Benjamin U. Plowden and Evangelist Cora L. Plowden. She passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Monday, November 16, 2015 at Trinity Glen Nursing Home in W-S, NC. She was a graduate of Carver High School Class of 1950, a graduate of Russell's Business College, and...

Cattie Finklea

Cattie Finklea

Nov 16, 2015

Cattie Finklea, known to many as "Gran-Gran", passed away Monday, November 16, 2015 after living 91 years to its fullest. Cattie was the eldest child born on September 5, 1924 in Scotland County, NC. Cattie loved to be with her family, friends, and her side-kick (dog) Kendall. Cattie was not an ordinary person. She was exceptional; her upbeat personality, wisdom...

Angelette Abrams

Angelette Abrams

Nov 12, 2015

Funeral services for Angelette Hailstock Abrams will be held at 2:30pm Friday, November 20, 2015 at Union Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be held from 2:00pm until 2:30pm on Friday at the Church.

Aldine Crews

Aldine Crews

Nov 12, 2015

Mr. Aldine Crews, 59, passed away November 12, 2015. He was born in Forsyth County, NC on January 27, 1956 to the late Coreen and George Crews, Sr. Surviving is his fiancé, Maxine Turner of the home; daughter, Shawntalle McDuffie of W-S, NC; three grandchildren, LaShonna Burgess, Kinard Burgess, Jr., and Deavian Burgess; one great-grandchild, Amara Burgess; brothers and sisters,...

Edith Smith

Edith Smith

Nov 11, 2015

Edith Jewell Smith died at her home Wednesday, November 11, 2015 of natural causes at the age of 66. Ms. Smith is survived by her nephew, Ronald Baldwin of Charlotte, NC. From a young age, Ms. Smith developed an interest in the medical field and pursued a career in nursing. Ms. Smith earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science...

Mary Roberts

Mary Roberts

Nov 11, 2015

Ms. Mary Solomon Roberts, 92, was born November 11, 1923. She departed this life November 11, 2015. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Serenus T. Churn, Sr. officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 12noon until 1:00pm on Wednesday at...

Arthur Bowman

Arthur Bowman

Nov 10, 2015

Arthur Garfield Bowman, 93, was born on August 1, 1922 in Thomasville, NC. He was the only son of Lena Bowman Matthews. He departed this life and entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 after a long five year battle with health issues. In August of 1953, Arthur married Lellar Davis and from that union, Arthur was blessed...

Mildred Pendleton

Mildred Pendleton

Nov 10, 2015

Mildred Barton Pendleton, 96, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2015. Mildred was born to Mrs. Dorothy Barton Elrod on December 28, 1918. Mrs. Mildred Pendleton was the lovely wife of Curtis Lamont Pendleton and was the mother of Doris Davis and Brenda Patterson. Mildred enjoyed being with family and friends and enjoyed making others laugh together and at each...

Memphis Crockett

Memphis Crockett

Nov 10, 2015

Memphis Tyrone Crockett, 59, passed away November 10, 2015. He was born in W-S, NC on June 20, 1956 to Memphis Stephens and Virginia Mae Crockett. Memphis served in the US Navy, was a five star chef, and was strong in his faith as a Christian. He was a devoted father, grandfather, son, and friend who will be dearly missed....

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