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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.
Velma Sligh
Jan 7, 2014
Mrs. Velma Lee Warren Sligh was born November 13, 1949 to Mary Ellen Hudley Warren and Frank Nelson Warren. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 7, 2014 at Carolina Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. She retired from Hanes Hosiery and Burlington Coat Factory. She was a lifelong member of Macedonia Worship Center where she served...
Ruth Trice Medlock
Jan 4, 2014
Ruth Trice Medlock departed this life on Saturday, January 4, 2014. Ruth, the daughter of the late Thomas and Lula Trice, was born August 11, 1922 in Raleigh, NC. It was here she received her early schooling and religious training. She received a BA Degree from Shaw University. Further studies were completed at North Carolina Central University and Adelphi University...
Shirley Smith
Jan 2, 2014
On Thursday, January 2, 2014, God looked down from Heaven and picked a precious flower from His beautiful garden. Ms. Shirley Ann Thomas Smith, a native of Bishopville, SC was born on May 9, 1943 to the late Lewis and Virginia Marshall. She was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. Shirley retired from Salem Academy and College after 50...
Delta Perdue
Jan 2, 2014
Delta Gent Perdue, 90, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2014 at Forsyth Medical Center Palliative Care Unit. Delta was born August 8, 1923 the third of six children born to Glen Hugh and Delta Thomas. She was a graduate of the University of Tennessee and East Tennessee State University. Delta taught first and second grades in Delaware for over 30...
Richard Johnson, Jr.
Dec 29, 2013
Only what you do for Christ will be counted in the end. God in his infinite wisdom called to rest Mr. Richard Johnson, Jr. on December 29, 2013 at Forsyth Medical Center. Richard was born June 3, 1938 to the late Richard and Sally Johnson. Richard was affectionately known as "DEAC". "DEAC" was a native of Winston-Salem and was educated...
Lucille Williams Johnson
Dec 25, 2013
Elder Lucille Williams Johnson, "CHICK", passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2013 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Mrs. Johnson was born October 20, 1944 to the late Sam and Edith Williams and was a lifelong resident of W-S, NC. Mrs. Johnson was married to Elder Charles Johnson who preceded her in death in 2011. She was a member of...
Ruth Kenley
Dec 24, 2013
Mrs. Ruth R. Kenley, 90, went to be with the Lord on December 24, 2013. She was born in Pee Dee, NC on April 27, 1923 to Mary Crawford and James Spencer. She was a devout Christian and faithful member of Goler Metropolitan AME Zion Church. During her life she touched the lives of many and never met a stranger....
Elma Charles
Dec 20, 2013
Mr. Elma Charles was born October 2, 1936 in Winston-Salem, NC to Mr. and Mrs. Willie Charles. Elma Charles departed his life on Friday, December 20, 2013 at Winston-Salem Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Elma attended Atkins High School and earned his High School Diploma. After finishing High School he served in the United States Army. After serving his country he...
James Barnette
Dec 20, 2013
Mr. James L. Barnette, 95, was born August 4, 1918 to the late Charlie and Willie E. Barnette. He departed this life on Friday, December 20, 2013. He worked at various Dodge dealerships in the Triad retiring from Colony Dodge after over 69 years of service. He was a devoted, lifetime member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. He was preceded...
Ruby Gray Jackson
Dec 20, 2013
Mrs. Ruby Lee Gray Jackson, 94, passed away December 20, 2013 at Trinity Glen Nursing Home. She was born May 12, 1919 to Willie and Dollie Gray in Macon, GA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Toney H. Jackson, Sr.; and two daughters, Sandra Williams and JoAnn Jackson. Mrs. Jackson leaves to cherish...
Terry Lynn Shaw
Dec 15, 2013
Terry Lynn Shaw, known affectionately to family and friends as "Pam", passed away Sunday, December 15, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Saturday, December 21, 2013 at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, 1201 New Hope Lane W-S, NC. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11am until 12noon on Saturday at the...
Birdell Cession
Dec 13, 2013
Mrs. Birdell Williams Cession, 90, of Highland Ave. took her flight and went home to live with her Lord on Friday, December 13, 2013. Preceding her in death were her first husband, Christopher Mungin Sr.; her second husband, Henry Lee Cession; her three children, Christopher Mungin Jr., Louise Mungin and Rosella Mungin; and all of her brothers and sisters. Those...
Cori Maxie
Dec 10, 2013
Cori Deon Maxie was born April 1, 1977 in Fort Myers, Florida. He is the son of Erma Jean Owens and the late Jimmy Lee Maxie. Cori passed away December 10, 2013. He relocated to Winston-Salem, NC in 2002 to be closer to family and gained many, many friendships in the process. Cori is survived by his mother, Erma Jean...
Blanche Wofford
Dec 9, 2013
Mrs. Blanche Louise Wofford was born October 16, 1933 in South Carolina to the late Charlie Thompson and Blanche Thompson. She passed away December 9, 2013. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Wofford; two daughters, Betty Wofford and Mary Burchette; and her son, Michael Wofford. She leaves to cherish her memories two...
Joyce Elaine Hayes
Dec 9, 2013
Ms. Joyce Elaine Hayes of 2139 Douglas Hill Drive, Winston-Salem, NC passed away at her home on December 09, 2013. Joyce was a native of Davidson County, where she lived most of her life before moving to Winston-Salem. She was a member of Gates of Zion Church in Midway, NC, attended school at North Davidson High in Welcome and also...
Edgar Lee Duncan, Jr.
Dec 8, 2013
Edgar Lee Duncan, Jr. entered the world on February 25, 1959 and departed on Sunday, December 8, 2013 at the KB Reynolds Hospice Home. He was born to the late Reverend Edgar Lee Duncan, Sr. and Evangelist Rubenia Brown Duncan. He was a graduate of Parkland High School Class of 1977, after which he enlisted in the US Army having...
Janice Manning Young
Dec 7, 2013
Mrs. Janice Lynn Manning Young, 63, affectionately known as "Tiddy Bit", of 3411 Old Vineyard Rd. #E3, quietly departed this life on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at her residence. "Tiddy Bit" was born on October 28, 1950 in W-S, NC to the late Narvell and Catherine Manning. Janice attended Anderson High School, was a CNA until her health failed, and...
Ernestine Peters
Dec 5, 2013
Ms. Ernestine Andra Peters of 2506 Tantalon Place, known to her family and friends as "Ernie", slipped away peacefully on Thursday, December 5, 2013. Ernie was born February 24, 1950 in Winston-Salem, N.C. to Francine R. Peters and Roosevelt H. Peters. She has been a faithful member of Union Baptist Church of Winston-Salem for over 60 years. She is survived...
Gwendolyn Foxx Slade
Dec 5, 2013
Gwendolyn Foxx Slade was born September, 21, 1949 in Mecklenburg County to the late Beaufort Foxx and Madeline McClary Foxx. The Lord called her home on December 5, 2013 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. Gwen received her B.S. Degree at Winston-Salem State University and her Masters of Education Degree at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Gwen was a...
Athanette Frazier Keaton
Dec 2, 2013
Mrs. Athanette F. Keaton, 78, passed away December 2, 2013 at Forsyth Medical Center. Athanette attended Atkins High School and retired from Gravely Tractor Company after 24 years of service. She was a faithful member of Greater Community Missionary Baptist Church where she served on the missionary and usher board society, and was the honorary mother of the church. She...
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