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.

Winona Meroney

Winona Meroney

Oct 24, 2014

On October 24, 2014, Winona Anita Meroney was called to rest in eternal peace. Winona, the third of four children, was born in Winston-Salem, NC on November 19, 1930 to Mercedes Butler Meroney and Dr. William F. Meroney. An excellent student and gifted athlete, Winona played basketball at Winston-Salem State University, for the renowned Hall of Fame Coach, William "Big...

George Wooten

George Wooten

Oct 23, 2014

Reverend George Alvin Wooten was born August 30, 1943 and went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 23, 2014. He graduated from Jones High School in Trenton, NC. After being honorably discharged from the US Army, he entered the workforce at the Pentagon in Washington, DC. Sometime later he became employed with Teletype Corp, but later retired...

Shawn Pressley

Shawn Pressley

Oct 22, 2014

Shawn DeWayne Pressley, 28, was born July 21, 1986 in W-S, NC to Tonya Watson and Silas Pressley, Jr. He departed this earthly life on Tuesday, October 22, 2014. Shawn was a 2004 graduate of Carver High School, received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Science from Winston Salem State University Class of 2008, and was employed at Winston-Salem...

Troy Simpson, Jr.

Troy Simpson, Jr.

Oct 21, 2014

Troy Lamonte' Simpson, Jr., known as "TJ", son of Troy Simpson, Sr. and Carlissa Simpson, was born July 9, 1989 in Forsyth County, NC. TJ transitioned from this life on Tuesday, October 21, 2014. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving parents, Troy Simpson, Sr. and Carlissa Napper Simpson; one sister, Kyuanna Napper; maternal grandmother and caregiver, Carolyn Napper;...

Dorothy Robinson

Dorothy Robinson

Oct 20, 2014

Our Mother, Daughter, Sister, Grandmother, Aunt and Friend who was "Blessed and Highly favored in the Lord" through it all, was called home to glory at her home on Monday October 20, 2014. Dorothy Paulette Robinson, affectionately known as "Dot", age 56, was born on January 25, 1958 in W-S, NC to Lula Mae Gist Robinson and the late Robert...

Theodore Williams

Theodore Williams

Oct 16, 2014

Deacon Emeritus Theodore Milton Williams was born on March 16, 1944 to Jesse Williams and Earline Raeford. He departed this life on October 16, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was a faithful and dedicated servant of the Lord and St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church. Deacon Williams retired from RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company in 1980. He leaves to mourn their...

Josephine Miller

Josephine Miller

Oct 16, 2014

Josephine S. Miller, 70, was called home to be with the Lord October 16, 2014. Josephine attended St. Benedict Catholic School and Atkins High School. She resided in New York for many years. She retired from Knollwood Hall Nursing Home. Josephine was preceded in death by her daughter, Sherry; sister, Anthionette Torbit; and brother, Allen "Tyrone" Miller. She is survived...

Elsie Lowe

Elsie Lowe

Oct 13, 2014

Mrs. Elise T. Lowe was born July 21, 1918 in Heath Springs, South Carolina to the late Willie Truesdale and Pearl Haley Truesdale. She was educated in the Lancaster County school system. As a young adult Mrs. Lowe relocated to Winston Salem, North Carolina. In her later years, she was united in holy matrimony to James E. Lowe, who preceded...

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...

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