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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.

Albert Massey

Albert Massey

Oct 5, 2015

Mr. Albert Massey, 77, passed away October 5, 2015 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC. He was born on December 14, 1937 to the late Louis Tabor and Sally Massey in Winston-Salem, NC. He is survived by his aunt, Patsy Woods; and cousin, Gordon Dean; and a host of other relatives and friends. Graveside services will be held at...

Johnnie Mae Crockett

Johnnie Mae Crockett

Oct 4, 2015

Our beloved Johnnie Mae Crockett, born September 11, 1952, to Mary Lee Crockett and John Chisolm, departed this life unexpectedly on Sunday, October 4, 2015. She attended the Forsyth county schools and was employed by Forsyth Court (Independence Village for 15 years after being self-employed doing what she loved and was her "calling", being a home health aide/sitter for...

Ester Ray Mccray

Ester Ray Mccray

Oct 4, 2015

Ester Ray McCray departed this life quietly and peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2015 at Forsyth Medical Center. Ester was born on Friday, November 22, 1957 in W-S, NC at the Kate Bitting Reynolds Memorial Hosital. She was 57 years old when she slipped away into the arms of the Lord. She was preceded in death by her loving father,...

Luvenia Fair

Luvenia Fair

Sep 30, 2015

Mrs. Luvenia Eleanor Williams Fair, 82 went home to be with the Lord on September 30, 2015. She was born August 5, 1933 in Winston-Salem, the daughter of Elsie Williams and Clyde Cuffie. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Ethel Mae; and aunt, Sallie Hanes. She graduated from Atkins High School and attended Forsyth Technical Community College...

Patricia Wilson

Patricia Wilson

Sep 28, 2015

Patricia Wilson, daughter of Earl Wilson and Delores Carter Wilson, was born July 7, 1954 in Winston Salem, NC. Patricia was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County public school system and she attended Conorde Institute Community College in San Diego, CA and Guilford Technical Community College in Jamestown, NC. Patricia worked for Burlington Sock Factory. Patricia Wilson peacefully transitioned from...

Roland Vanlandingham

Roland Vanlandingham

Sep 26, 2015

Mr. Roland "TY" Vanlandingham was born on September 10, 1952 in W-S, NC to Mary K. Robinson. He departed this life September 26, 2015 at the KB Reynolds Hospice Home. Roland was attended Anderson High School and was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He was employed with Facility Logistic Services, LLC for many years. He was preceded in...

Florita Taylor

Florita Taylor

Sep 26, 2015

Florita Taylor was called to eternal rest on Saturday, September 26, 2015. Florita was born in North Wilkesboro, NC to Matt and Flossie Taylor on July 4, 1934. She graduated from Atkins High School and relocated to Chicago, IL where she worked many years and retired from Zenith Electronics. Florita was preceded in death by her parents; and three siblings,...

Alfreda Witherspoon-Clawson

Alfreda Witherspoon-Clawson

Sep 24, 2015

Alfreda "Freda" Marie Witherspoon-Clawson was born in Winston Salem, NC on October 26 1949 and went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 24, 2015 at Forsyth Medical Center. A resident of Winston Salem, Freda graduated from Atkins High School in 1968 and loved the fact that she was a proud Camel. Freda was a lifelong member of...

Michael Joyner

Michael Joyner

Sep 22, 2015

Michael "Mike Mike" Joyner, 32, died unexpectedly on September 22, 2015. He was born May 4, 1983, the son of Harvey and Elverta Joyner Lewis. He attended Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools and graduated from West Forsyth in 2001, where he was member of the football team. Shortly after graduating from high school, Mike joined the United States Marine Corp. Michael's...

Crystal Mcmahan

Crystal Mcmahan

Sep 21, 2015

Crystal Denise McMahan, 57, was born to Christopher Polite and Marcelene McMahan Miller (Robert Sr.) on March 12, 1958 and she entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 21, 2015. She was a graduate of South Park High School in Winston-Salem, was employed for 17 years at Hanes Mall as a Food Court Shift Supervisor, and she fellowshipped with Bethlehem...

Artis Woods, Sr.

Artis Woods, Sr.

Sep 16, 2015

Mr. Artis R. Woods, Sr., 66, a devoted family man and friend, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, September 16, 2015. He was born in Winston-Salem NC on July 2, 1949, attended the WS Forsyth County Schools, and graduated from Atkins High School and Florida A & M University. Artis retired from the United States Marines after serving over 30...

Julia Colson Burns

Julia Colson Burns

Sep 14, 2015

Mrs. Julia Mae Colson Burns, 93, formerly of 1900 N. Jackson Ave., was born July 31, 1922 in Anson County, NC to the late Fletcher and Blanche Colson. She departed this life at the Springwood Care Center on Monday, September 14, 2015. She and her late husband of 52 years, Mr. Willie Lee Burns, relocated to W-S, NC from Albemarle,...

Odessa Turner

Odessa Turner

Sep 14, 2015

Mrs. Odessa Ward Turner passed away September 14, 2015 at home into eternal rest. Mrs. Turner was a resident of Charlotte, North Carolina. She was born in Wilson NC February 18, 1921 to the late Rev. Leslie Ward and Lena Lucas Ward. She was a member of St. Stephens Baptist Church. In addition to her parents Mrs. Turner was preceded...

Fred Morris, Jr.

Fred Morris, Jr.

Sep 12, 2015

Mr. Fred Morris, Jr., a devoted family man and friend entered into eternal life on Saturday September 12, 2015. He was born in Winston-Salem, NC on September 27, 1942, attended the Forsyth County schools, and was retired from RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company after 30 years of dedicated service. Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Fred Morris Sr....

Chana Mobley

Chana Mobley

Sep 10, 2015

Chana Patrice Mobley, 45, transitioned this earthly life on Thursday, September 10, 2015. She was born October 23, 1969 to Patricia Caldwell and Richard "Tony" Love. Chana was well known for her hair styling abilities and hair of many colors. She owned and operated Hair by Chana until her health declined. She graduated from Mt. Tabor High School. She also...

Celestine Byers

Celestine Byers

Sep 8, 2015

Celestine LaVonne Hairston Byers was born April 10, 1955 to Charles Perry and Catherine Hairston Jackson. She departed this earthly life on September 8, 2015. Celestine was a graduate of East Forsyth High School and furthered her education at Winston-Salem State University and Forsyth Technical Community College. She was formerly employed with RJ Reynolds Tobacco Co. where she met her...

Cassandra Lewis Brunson

Cassandra Lewis Brunson

Sep 2, 2015

Cassandra Lynn Lewis-Brunson transitioned this life on September 2, 2015. She was born April 12, 1966 in Clarksville, TN. She was an active and faithful member of Union Chapel Missionary Baptist Church of W-S, NC. She was preceded in death by her parents, Reverend Roy Lee Lewis, Sr. and Delores Graham Lewis; brothers, Roy Lee Lewis, Jr. and Patrick Lewis;...

Lorene Shaw

Lorene Shaw

Aug 30, 2015

Lorene Hood Shaw departed this life on Sunday, August 30, 2015. She was born to Joshua Smith and Louise Alford on April 14, 1943. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Tommy Hood. She leaves to cherish her memories her husband of 49 years, William Shaw; daughter, Willette (Montez) Watson; three sons, Charles(Beulah) Shaw...

Kenneth Majors

Kenneth Majors

Aug 30, 2015

Kenneth E. Majors passed away on August 30, 2015. He was born December 1, 1945 in Roanoke, VA. Brother "Ken" was an active and faithful member of St. Peter's Church and World Outreach Center in Winston-Salem. He was a man of strong faith and loved the word of God. Kenneth enjoyed living life, time with his many friends and family...

Clarence Miller

Clarence Miller

Aug 30, 2015

Mr. Clarence Gregory Miller was born May 9, 1968 the son of Athalee Miller and George Clarence Whitley in W-S, NC. He departed this life Sunday, August 30, 2015 at his home. He was preceded in death by his father, George Clarence Whitley. Surviving to cherish his memories are his three daughters, Latisha Murray, Chantae Murray, and Sabrina Murray; his...

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