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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.

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...

Ellarine Brown

Ellarine Brown

Mar 27, 2014

Ms. Ellarine Brown was born on June 18, 1942 to the late Idora Brown and Jeff Perkins in Winston-Salem, NC. She was affectionately known as "Miss Lorraine". God chose one of the most beautiful flowers out of His garden on March 27, 2014, when He stopped by Oak Forrest Health and Rehabilitation Center....

Fred Turner, Jr

Fred Turner, Jr

Mar 25, 2014

Mr. Fred Turner, Jr. of Carver School Road was born December 10, 1935 to Fred Turner, Sr. and Lillie M. Turner. He departed this earthly life March 25, 2014.

Fred was employed with the City of W-S and Budd Services where he retired. He was a loving, caring, free hearted, family oriented, silly, but most importantly a...

Herbert Sligh

Herbert Sligh

Mar 25, 2014

Mr. Herbert Lee Sligh, born June 5, 1939 to the late Cornelius and Hattie Sligh in Newberry, South Carolina, departed this life March 25, 2014.

He served in the U. S. Army as a medic. As a veteran and longtime resident of Winston-Salem, "Sly" joined the American Legion Post #128. He retired from R. J. Reynolds Tobacco...

Geraldine Ford

Geraldine Ford

Mar 25, 2014

Mrs. Geraldine Ford, 70 was born January 12, 1944 in Forsyth Co, NC.  She departed this earthly life on March 25, 2014. Memorial services will be held at 11am Saturday, April 5, 2014 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.

Mattie Neal

Mattie Neal

Mar 25, 2014

Mattie Lee Edwards Neal, 93, departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Mrs. Neal was the widow of Holt Neal and daughter of the late Belton and Amanda Edwards.

Mrs. Neal was retired from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System where she taught Special Education. She graduated from Atkins...

Yolanda Boggan Gullette

Yolanda Boggan Gullette

Mar 24, 2014

Yolanda Jayne Boggan Gullette, born to Vera Gaddy Boggan and the late Frank Boggan Jr. on January 7, 1975 completed her assignment here on earth March 24, 2014 unexpectedly.

Funeral services will be held at 11am March 29, 2014 at Mt Olive Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be held...

Rufus Wilborne

Rufus Wilborne

Mar 21, 2014

Surrounded by his loving wife and children, Rufus V. Wilborne, also known as "Lil Bro", went to be with the Lord on March 21, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center.

Rufus attended Paisley High School and completed his education in the United States Army. While in the Army, he served with distinction in the 359 th Transportation Company...

Daniel Mcgill, Jr.

Daniel Mcgill, Jr.

Mar 20, 2014

Daniel C. McGill, Jr. died unexpectedly on Thursday, March 20, 2014. Daniel was born to Daniel and Viola Black McGill on February 27, 1952 in Winston-Salem. He served in the United States Navy. An avid bowler and golfer, he was a member of the Winston Lake Senior Golf Association. At the time of his death, he was employed by...

Robert Cross, Sr.

Robert Cross, Sr.

Mar 20, 2014

Robert Cross, Sr. was born December 2, 1941 to Gladys Carpenter and John Cross. He departed this life on March 20, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center.

He was a retired factory worker, working for RJ Reynolds and Johnson Controls. Most recently he worked for United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents he...

Roscoe Taylor

Roscoe Taylor

Mar 20, 2014

Mr. Roscoe William Taylor, 88, was born March 7, 1926 in South Carolina to Henry & Florre Lindsay. He departed this earthly life on March 20, 2014 at Wake Forest Baptist Health.

At the age of 17, he moved to Baltimore, MD to live with his sister, Nelly Taylor. After living there he joined the US Army....

Raphael Black

Raphael Black

Mar 20, 2014

Mr. Raphael O'Hara Black, 86, passed away at Forsyth Medical Center on March 20, 2014.  He was born on July 14, 1927.  His parents were George Black, Jr. and Evelyn and John Bruce. Raphael was a graduate of Atkins High School and Johnson C. Smith University, Class of 1950.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served in...

Monte Burns

Monte Burns

Mar 17, 2014

Monte Ervin Burns, 57, was born August 31, 1956 in Rowan County, NC and reared in Albemarle, NC to Mrs. Julia C. Burns and the late Mr. Willie Lee Burns. He departed this life at his home on March 17, 2014.

Monte retired from Johnson Controls after 22 years of service due to illness.

In...

Monte Burns

Monte Burns

Mar 17, 2014

Monte Ervin Burns, 57, was born August 31, 1956 in Rowan County, NC and reared in Albemarle, NC to Mrs. Julia C. Burns and the late Mr. Willie Lee Burns.  He departed this life at his home on March 17, 2014. Monte retired from Johnson Controls after 22 years of service due to illness. In addition to his father, he...

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