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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.

Hattie Shaw

Hattie Shaw

Oct 8, 2014

Hattie Thompson Shaw passed away October 8, 2014. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at Union Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Sir Walter Mack, Jr. officiating. The family visitation will be held from 11am until 12noon on Wednesday at the Church.

Jazsaih Baker

Jazsaih Baker

Oct 5, 2014

Little Angel Jazsaih Mo'nae Baker, affectionately known as "Pumkin", passed away unexpectedly at her home on October 5, 2014. She was born March 25, 2014 in Winston-Salem, NC. Her memories will be cherished by her father, James Baker, Jr. and her mother, Ashley Baker; maternal grandparents, Mary Chaison and Dennis Chaison, Sr.; paternal grandparents, James Baker, Sr. and Deborah Meeks;...

Deborah Simmons

Deborah Simmons

Oct 5, 2014

Deborah Irene Hall Simmons, 61, was called to eternal rest and peace on Sunday, October 5, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center. Debbie is survived by her former husband, Carl Simmons of W-S, NC; her sons, Casey and Chad (LaKisha) both of W-S, NC; three grandsons, Christian Andrew of the home, Cameron Oliver and Cayden Alexander both of W-S, NC; one...

Gwendolyn Lindsay

Gwendolyn Lindsay

Oct 3, 2014

Ms. Gwendolyn Rosetta Lindsay, 72, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 3, 2014. She was born September 23, 1942 to the late Ben Lindsay and Elizabeth Lindsay. Loved by all, she leaves to cherish her memory one son, Tyrone Lindsay; one daughter, Carrenthia Lindsay; two grandchildren, Aaron Lindsay and Denaiya Lindsay; one brother, Ben Lindsay Jr.; three sisters, Evelyn McIntyre,...

Wayne Peoples, Sr.

Wayne Peoples, Sr.

Oct 2, 2014

Wayne Jerome Peoples, Sr. was born and raised in Winston-Salem, NC on August 18, 1957 and was called home to glory on October 2, 2014. He was an honorable US Veteran with time served from 1976-1979. Wayne is survived by his 3 children, Wayne J. Peoples, Jr., Shaun Lamont Peoples, and Creshia Latoria Peoples; daughter-in-law, Sagittarius Elena Peoples; 11 grandchildren;...

Lena Crowder

Lena Crowder

Sep 29, 2014

Mrs. Lena Belle Thomas Crowder was born April 4, 1931, to the late Henry Lee Thomas and Janie Woods Thomas. She departed this earthly life on September 29, 2014. She was a life-long member of Mount Zion Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Sunday School, Adult Class #6. She also was a Financial Secretary for the Sunday...

James Brown

James Brown

Sep 28, 2014

Mr. James Henry Brown, 84, was born June 15, 1930 to Mack Henry and Mary Eliza Brown. He departed this earthly life on Sunday, September 28, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center. James was a graduate of Carver High School, attended NC A&T State University, and was honorably discharged from the United States Navy. He was retired from RJ Reynolds Tobacco...

Sarah Hamlin

Sarah Hamlin

Sep 28, 2014

Sarah Friende Hamlin passed away Sunday morning, September 28, 2014 at the age of 92. She was the loving widow of Samuel Lee Hamlin, Sr. of Winston-Salem and the middle child of Walter W. Friende and Maggie Leone Friende of Kernersville, NC. Her three brothers, DePolle Friende, Billy D. Friende, Sr. and Palmer G. Friende and her eldest sister, Cozette...

Chester Boston

Chester Boston

Sep 27, 2014

Mr. Chester Lewis Boston, 64, entered into eternal rest on September 27, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center after a brief period illness. Mr. Boston was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Henrietta Foy; father-in-law, Lee Feggins; sister-in-law, Rosa Lee Feggins; and cousin, Joe Cunningham. He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 43 years, Kay Boston; one...

Rozena Mcfadden

Rozena Mcfadden

Sep 27, 2014

Ms. Rozena Lee McFadden, 80, affectionately known as "Rose" was born April 25, 1934 in W-S, NC. She departed this life on September 27, 2014 following a brief illness. She leaves to cherish precious memories her caretaker and devoted niece, Sharon McFadden; two other nieces, Carolyn and Linda McFadden; a nephew, Robert McFadden; two devoted great nieces, Denesha Bell and...

Cynthia Mckey

Cynthia Mckey

Sep 27, 2014

"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosever believeth in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life" John 3:16 On September 27, 2014, our beloved Cynthia Denise McKey was called home to be with our heavenly father. Cynthia Denise McKey was born to Ms. Mary McKey in Winston-Salem, NC. She attended the...

Michelle Denning

Michelle Denning

Sep 26, 2014

Mrs. Michelle Renee Denning, 54, was born November 12, 1959 to Barbra Balance and David Cunningham in Tipton, MO. She departed this life surrounded by family on September 26, 2014. She grew up in Knob Noster, MO with 6 brothers and sisters and attended the University of Missouri in Columbia Missouri. Michelle met and married Charles Denning and made her...

William Toney, Jr.

William Toney, Jr.

Sep 26, 2014

William Leon Toney, Jr. transitioned from this life on Friday, September 26, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center. William was born on December 15, 1971 in Winston-Salem, NC and was the son of William Leon Toney, Sr. and Bernice Crews Toney. He graduated from North Forsyth High School and attended A&T State University. He excelled in his musical talent while playing...

John Thomas, Sr.

John Thomas, Sr.

Sep 25, 2014

John Roi Thomas, Sr., affectionately known as "Roi", was born in Winder, GA on November 27, 1926 to the late Nathaniel and Callie Long Thomas. He passed away September 25, 2014. He graduated from Lincoln Academy in Kings Mountain, NC. Roi enlisted in the Navy, served his country in World War II, and was honorably discharged in 1946. On March...

Barbara Stephenson

Barbara Stephenson

Sep 24, 2014

Ms. Barbara Ann Stephenson, 63, passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Ms. Stephenson was born August 16, 1951 in Grimesland, NC, the daughter of Mrs. Alice Wiggins Thomas and Elmer Ray Stevenson. She was a member of Phillips Chapel Missionary Baptist Church and a breast cancer survivor. She was preceded in death by her...

Krisandra Byers

Krisandra Byers

Sep 24, 2014

Krisandra "Krissy" Juanita Byers was born September 22, 1992 and was called to rest on September 24, 2014. She attended Forsyth Technical Community College. Krisandra was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Sandra B. Lyons; paternal grandmother, Evelyn Christine Sanders Evans; and her paternal grandfather, Frank Anthony Sanders, Sr. She leaves to cherish her memories her mother, Sherrye Yvonne...

Grace Harris

Grace Harris

Sep 22, 2014

Mrs. Grace Marbury Harris, 76, departed this earthly life September 22, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center with her husband by her side. She was born January 3, 1938 in Gadsden, AL to the union of Phynn and Willie Mae Marbury. She was a graduate of Carver High School, Gadsden, AL; Talladega College Talladega, AL; received her Master's Degree in Education...

Blondina Grinton

Blondina Grinton

Sep 21, 2014

Blondina Glenn Grinton, resident of Granville Apartments, was born February 11, 1939. She departed her life on September 21, 2014. Blondina was retired from Thomasville Furniture Industries and attended First Waughtown Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her memories her children, Dale (Earlyne) Martin, Kenneth Martin, Barry (Cynthia) Martin, Kaytrina (Antonio) Smith, and Marthaniel (Montreal) Grinton; her sister, Betty Fields;...

Thomas Hairston

Thomas Hairston

Sep 21, 2014

Mr. Thomas Junior Hairston was born April 14, 1926 to the late Thomas and Vera Imes Hairston in Clemmons, NC. He departed this life Sunday, September 21, 2014 after a long period of illness at Hospice of Davidson County in Lexington, NC. Thomas was a veteran of World War II having served as an Army PFC Medic Aid Man. He...

Rosie Freeman Mckoy

Rosie Freeman Mckoy

Sep 20, 2014

Mrs. Rosie Mae Freeman McKoy, 79, passed away September 20, 2014. She was born July 10, 1935 to Nancy Williams Boyd and Charlie Freeman. Mrs. McKoy was a member of Phillips Chapel Baptist Church where she served on the Deaconess Board and the Gospel Choir until her health began to fail. In addition to her parents she was preceded in...

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