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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.

Lemont Whisonant

Lemont Whisonant

Jan 25, 2015

Mr. Lemont W. Whisonant, son of the late Margaret E. Nelson-Fuller and James Mileage Whisonant, was born in W-S, NC on June 5, 1953. He peacefully passed on Sunday, January 25, 2015 at Forsyth Medical Center. Mr. Whisonant lived all of his life in W-S, NC. He grew up in his childhood church home, Shiloh Baptist Church. He graduated from...

Betty Smith

Betty Smith

Jan 25, 2015

Mrs. Betty Mumford Smith, 87, of Kernersville, NC passed away Sunday, January 25, 2015 at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Friday, January 30, 2015 at Providence Baptist Church, Kernersville, NC with Minister India Tapp officiating. Interment will follow in Eastlawn Gardens of Memory, Kernersville, NC. The family visitation will be held from 11am until 12noon on...

Lisa Lindsay

Lisa Lindsay

Jan 21, 2015

Mrs. Lisa Jones Lindsay departed this life on January 21, 2015. She was born October 9, 1963 in Chicago, IL. She attended schools and graduated in Chicago, IL before she moved to NC in 1981, where she has lived for the past 34 years. She worked at Shipman Homecare & Interim Healthcare for many years as a Home Care Provider...

Trevia Blackwell

Trevia Blackwell

Jan 20, 2015

Trevia T. Blackwell was born December 19, 1965 to Veleria Blackwell and the late Jerry G. Johnson both of the city. Known as "TRUCK", God chose to pluck a beautiful flower out of his garden on January 20, 2015. She leaves memories to cherish with her sons, Calvin and Darryl Blackwell of the city; and a host of other relatives...

Frances Wigfall

Frances Wigfall

Jan 16, 2015

Mrs. Frances Crummie Wigfall, 100, of Somerset Court, 1635 E. Fifth St., W-S, NC peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 16, 2015. She was born on February 21, 1914 in Newberry County, SC to Matthew and Lueada Crummie. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Eugene and Blisco; and three sisters, Lizzie,...

Robert Lee Greene, Jr.

Robert Lee Greene, Jr.

Jan 15, 2015

Robert Lee Greene, Jr. was born into this world on October 22, 1989 in Winston-Salem, NC. He departed this life on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at the tender age of 25. Robert is the dearly beloved son of Robert and Angela Greene. His family moved to Miami, Florida when he was an infant. Robert graduated from Everglades High School with...

Johnnie Senn

Johnnie Senn

Jan 15, 2015

Mr. Johnnie Senn was born May 17, 1929 to the late Johnnie and Geneva Senn in Newberry, SC. He was employed by the city of W-S as an equipment operator for 30 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; six sisters; two brothers; and his daughter, Betty Senn. He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of...

Delois Greene

Delois Greene

Jan 15, 2015

Delois Mack Greene, 71, was born on April 1, 1943 in Forsyth Co., NC to Clifton and Sarah Fultz Mack. She passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2015 at her home lovingly surrounded by her family. She retired from Thomasville Furniture Industries with over 30 years of service. She attended Emmanuel Baptist church in W-S, NC for many years....

Darnella Ellis

Darnella Ellis

Jan 13, 2015

Mrs. Darnella Jones Ellis, known as "Bootsie", was born November 23, 1937 in Winston-Salem, NC to Marie Jones and Sylvester Grant. She departed this earthly life on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at Forsyth Medical Center. She attended the public schools of Winston-Salem and was a graduate of Atkins High School. After graduation she was employed by Duplan Inc. of the...

Margie Scarborough

Margie Scarborough

Jan 12, 2015

Margie Joyce Scarborough, 89, entered eternal peace on Monday, January 12, 2015 at her home. She was born on February 14, 1925, a daughter of the late Harvey and Margaret Joyce. She worked for the Winston-Salem Public Schools. Margie was a very dedicated member of Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 66 years,...

Lorenzo Benthall

Lorenzo Benthall

Jan 11, 2015

Our beloved father, grandfather, and friend, Mr. Lorenzo Benthall, 51, was born June 8, 1963 in Newark, New Jersey. He peacefully departed this life on January 11, 2015 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Lorenzo was preceded in death by his parents, Isaiah and Estelle Benthall; and his brother, Bobby Benthall. Left to forever cherish his memories are his...

Woodrow Bruton

Woodrow Bruton

Jan 11, 2015

Mr. Woodrow Wade Bruton entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 11, 2015. He was the son of the late James and Helen Bruton. He was a loving father and grandfather. A lover of the outdoors, fishing, and The Dallas Cowboys; he was retired from RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company. Early in his life he met, fell in love with, and...

James Jackson, Sr.

James Jackson, Sr.

Jan 10, 2015

Mr. James D. Jackson Sr., 78, passed Saturday January 10, 2015 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. He is survived by his wife, Hazel Lee Jackson; daughter, Hazelina Johnson; son, James D. Jackson, Jr.; four grandchildren, Genya Harris, Daniel Johnson, Christopher Johnson, and Quincy Johnson; four brothers, Charles Jackson, Robert Jackson, John Jackson, and Benjamin Jackson; two sisters, Rosetta...

Robert Yancey, Sr.

Robert Yancey, Sr.

Jan 10, 2015

Robert Nathaniel Yancey, Sr. was born September 27, 1926 to Robert Lee and Hindu Banner Yancey in Boomer, West Virginia. He departed this earthly life on January 10, 2015. Mr. Yancey married Edna Chandler in 1950 and the couple had six children. Robert Yancey, Sr. served his country as a member of the US Navy during World War II and...

Deonarine Roopchan

Deonarine Roopchan

Jan 9, 2015

Deonarine "Jerry" Roopchan made the transition from this life to life eternal at 6:57 am on Friday, January 9, 2015 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. He peacefully answered his heavenly father's call with his loving family around him. Deonarine "Jerry" Roopchan was born to Tillackdarry and Mary Ann Roopchan on June 30, 1965 in Corentyne Berbice, Guyana, South...

Dorothy Ross

Dorothy Ross

Jan 8, 2015

Dorothy Walls Brooks Ross, formerly of 3519 Fieldstone Dr., passed away Thursday evening, January 8, 2015 at Danby House Assisted Living in Winston Salem, NC. Mrs. Ross, a Winston Salem native, was the first born of James and Julia Walls. Her sister Margaret preceded her in death. A graduate of Atkins high school, she attended Teachers College (now WSSU) and...

Cheryl Moses

Cheryl Moses

Jan 7, 2015

Cheryl Lorraine Moses was born November 20, 1961 and departed this earthly life unexpectedly on January 7, 2015. Cheryl graduated from West Forsyth High School and was last employed with Winston-Salem Transit Authority until her health issues forced disability. Cheryl was preceded in death by her mother, Pauline Moses; and her brother, Ramon Moses. She is survived by her father,...

Darrell Creasey

Darrell Creasey

Jan 7, 2015

Mr. Darrell D. Creasey, also known as "DC", was born November 28, 1962 and was called home on January 7, 2015 to be with the Lord. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Ozola Creasy Hill. He leaves to cherish dear memories his wife, Teresa of the home; four children, Latasha, Darrell, Alonzo, and Shaquanda Bash; 8...

Leroy Nelson, Sr.

Leroy Nelson, Sr.

Jan 6, 2015

Elder Leroy Nelson, Sr. departed this life on January 6, 2015 at the age of 77. He was born February 6, 1937 to Mr. and Mrs. James and Edith Nelson, Sr., the second of seven siblings.. Elder Nelson received his high school diploma from Carver High School in 1955. He joined the US Army and served in Germany. He furthered...

Bj Myers

Bj Myers

Jan 5, 2015

Mr. BJ Myers, 81, passed away January 5, 2015 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born July 21, 1933 in W-S, NC. He attended the W-S/FC Schools and retired from US Airways. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings; and son, Dennis Cheeks. He is survived by his children, Sandra (Robert) Brown, Olivia Myers, Toni (Alvin) Wilson, and...

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