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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.

James L Johnson, Jr.

James L Johnson, Jr.

Apr 15, 2014

We come today to celebrate the life of James Johnson, Jr., who rejoins with his father, James McIlwaine; his mother, Myrtle Johnson; and his sister, Clydie Johnson.

James was a borhter and a friend, born on August 27, 1953 in Winston-Salem, NC where he lived with his sister, Barbara Jones.  He passed away April 15, 2014 unexpectedly....

Edna Cathcart

Edna Cathcart

Apr 13, 2014

Edna Catherine Cathcart, native of Roanoke, VA and a resident of Winston-Salem, NC was born July 22, 1936 to Aldred and Christine Anderson. She departed this earthly life on April 13, 2014 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.

She was a retired employee of Forsyth Medical Center.

In addition to her parents, she was...

Clarie Perry

Clarie Perry

Apr 13, 2014

Clarie Louise Perry was born September 10, 1939 in Blackville, South Carolina of Barnwell County. She transitioned from earth into her heavenly home on Saturday April 13, 2014 at Kindred Silas Creek Healthcare in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

She is survived by three daughters, Pamela McCord (John), Phyliss Ionescu (Mihai), and Chaka Perry; three sons, Donald Perry,...

Mary Myers

Mary Myers

Apr 13, 2014

Mary Alice Myers, 75, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2014. She was born to the late James Robert Bennett and Allie Mae Stanley on December 24, 1938 in Anson County and later married the late Willie Myers, Jr. To this union two children were born, Angela (Raymond) Eldridge and Brett Myers both of the city.

In addition...

Sonya Mitchell Smith

Sonya Mitchell Smith

Apr 9, 2014

Mrs. Sonya Mitchell Smith was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 9, 2014. She was born December 16, 1956 in Brunswick, GA to Paul Mitchell and the late Annie Mitchell.

She attended Glynn Academy, was formerly employed as a supervisor with Sundance Plaza Hotel, and was a member of St. James...

Rachel Wolfe

Rachel Wolfe

Apr 8, 2014

Rachel Mae Singletary Wolfe, 54, passed away Tuesday April 8, 2014 . She was a native of Forsyth County and a graduate of West Forsyth High School. She is the daughter of the late James Singletary and Eugenia Singletary King of Winston-Salem, NC. Cherishing her memories is her husband, Wiley Wolfe; four sisters, Joyce Singletary, Carolyn Ervin, Clara Singletary and...

Lula Hairston Edwards

Lula Hairston Edwards

Apr 7, 2014

Mrs. Lula Mae Hairston Edwards transitioned to her new life on April 7, 2014. She was born in Forsyth County, NC on January 23, 1935 to Charles and Mary Hairston.

She attended the local public schools and was later united in matrimony with Lee Walter...

Jerry Friday

Jerry Friday

Apr 7, 2014

Mr. Jerry Wayne Friday, 61, was born September 15, 1952 in Winston-Salem, NC to R.T. & Virginia Glenn Friday.  He departed this earthly life on April 7, 2014 at Springwood Care Center.

Jerry attended the local public schools of Forsyth County, was employed with the Housing Authority of Winston-Salem for 23 years, and later employed by the...

William Lindsay

William Lindsay

Apr 5, 2014

William Lindsay was born on April 20, 1941 to Carmel and Ida Lindsay. He departed this life on April 5, 2014 at The Oaks Rehabilitation Facility.

He attended Atkins High School.

William was an employee of R.J.R. tobacco for 34 years. He retired in 1992.

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Dorothy Mcqueen

Dorothy Mcqueen

Apr 5, 2014

Ms. Dorothy McQueen was born on November 12, 1948 in Winston-Salem, NC to Dorothea Godfrey and Thomas Williams. Dorothy, a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend, went home to be with the Lord on April 5, 2014.

Dorothy was a graduate of Paisley High School,...

Mary Cowan

Mary Cowan

Apr 4, 2014

Mary Helen Cowan was born March 2, 1942 in Florence, SC to the late Willie Corbitt and Mary Corbitt Brockington. She departed this life surrounded by family on Friday, April 4, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center.

She was a product of the public schools of Florence, SC, having graduated...

Mason Roberts, Jr.

Mason Roberts, Jr.

Apr 3, 2014

Mr. Mason William Roberts, Jr., 79, of Dayton, made his transition to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 3, 2014 after succumbing to a lengthy illness.

He was born to Mason W. Robert Sr. and Ruth Self in Winston-Salem, NC.

Mason is preceded in death by his parents; 3 sisters, Mocille, Margaret and...

Roachell Blair, Jr.

Roachell Blair, Jr.

Apr 2, 2014

Mr. Roachell Blair, Jr., affectionately known to his family and friends as "Nank", was called to our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, April 2, 2014.  He was born June 25, 1940 in Kershaw, SC, to the late Roachell Blair, Sr. and Winnie Blair.  Mr. Blair was a member of Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist a Church.

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Mary Sadler

Mary Sadler

Apr 1, 2014

Mary Ruby Sadler was born to Alexander and Alma Armstrong Sanders October 3, 1918 in Spartanburg, SC. She departed this earthly life April 1, 2014.

She attended Clover High School before going to The Methodist Finishing School...

Joyce Gerald

Joyce Gerald

Apr 1, 2014

"The Lord is my Shepard" Joyce M. Gerald went home to be with her Savior on April 1, 2014 after an extended illness.

She was born in W-S, NC to the late Dewitt L. and Mary Brown Morgan on February 19, 1935. She attended the...

Thomas Lopina, Sr.

Thomas Lopina, Sr.

Apr 1, 2014

Mr. Thomas Joseph Lopina, Sr., 76, of Winston-Salem, NC died peacefully in his home surrounded by his wife and six sons Tuesday, April 1, 2014.  He was born in Elmhurst, IL to Thomas Francis and Augustine Agatha Lopina.

Thomas was a graduate of Notre Dame University, received his MBA from the University of Chicago and...

Dolores Mcgee

Dolores Mcgee

Mar 31, 2014

Dolores Lavata Black McGee's appointed time by God to die was Monday March 31, 2014. Her place of peaceful transition into eternal life was at Kernersville Medical Center, she was surrounded by her children, other family members and her pastor.

She was the older of...

Alexander Hooper

Alexander Hooper

Mar 30, 2014

Mr. Alexander Barnett Hooper of Winston-Salem, NC peacefully entered into rest on Sunday, March 30, 2014 at Winston-Salem Nursing & Rehabilitation Center after a brief period of illness.

Alexander Barnett Hooper was born to Otis Barnett Hooper and Johnsie Barbeer Hooper on November 18, 1936. He received his formal...

Jeffery Ingram

Jeffery Ingram

Mar 29, 2014

Jeffery Linneal Ingram passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at the KBR Hospice Home after an extended illness.

He was born July 30, 1962 in Winston-Salem where he attended the local public schools, graduating from East Forsyth High School. Jeffery completed his undergraduate studies...

James Barber, Sr.

James Barber, Sr.

Mar 27, 2014

Mr. James "JT" Tillmon Barber, Sr., 90, peacefully departed this earthly life March 27, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center.

He was born July 4, 1923 in Rock Hill, SC to the late Fine Elliott Barber and Minnie McCullough Hart Barber.

"JT" attended school in York County, SC and was a US Army Veteran having served...

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