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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.
Ethel Rucker Stapler
Sep 21, 2013
Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend Mrs. Ethel Bernice Rucker- Stapler, 82, of 1612 E 22nd St. was born June 26, 1931 in Davie County, North Carolina to Bishop Rucker and Mamie Wansley-Rucker. She departed her life peacefully Saturday, September 21, 2013 after an extended illness. Ethel attended Davie County Schools. She was employed by and retired from Wake Forest...
Frederick Kluttz
Sep 21, 2013
Frederick Davon Kluttz departed this life September 21, 2013. Born in Albemarle NC on August 8, 1961, this faithful Man loved God, was a loving Husband, Father, Family Man and Friend to many. "Brother Fred" was a master builder and a jack of all trades. God saw fit to call this mighty Man of Valor home at the precious age...
Hattie Mae Ruff
Sep 20, 2013
Hattie Mae Ruff was born February 15, 1934 in Newberry, SC. She departed this life Friday, September 20, 2013 at Kindred Hearts Adult Center, W-S, NC due to extended illness. She attended public school in Newberry, SC, was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church for many years, and was employed at Thomasville Furniture Company for 38 years. Hattie Mae was...
Floyd Sharpless
Sep 20, 2013
Floyd Sharpless, 84, of 1015 Lowvalley Court, affectionately known as "Mug Slinger" and "Papa Floyd", departed his life September 20, 2013 at his residence. He was born in Duplin Co., NC to the late Oscar and Bertha Sharpless. Floyd attended the Duplin Co. schools and NC A&T State University, and was a retired brick mason. In addition to his parents,...
Albert Revel
Sep 19, 2013
Peacefully on Thursday, September 19, 2013, heavenly angels guided Albert Watson Revel into the master's kingdom to rest. Albert was born to the late Charlie and Birdie Revel on June 4, 1924 in Davie County, NC. Albert attended school in Davie County, NC and after growing up, he moved to Washington, DC. Albert was employed by the Department of Transportation...
Frances Strickland
Sep 19, 2013
Mrs. Frances H. Strickland was born May 25, 1926 in Fork, NC. She was the fourth child (James, Charlie, and John) of Mildred Mason Hege and Jesse Hege. She made her transition Thursday, September 19, 2013. Her family moved to Winston-Salem in 1932 and resided in the Columbia Heights community. She graduated from Atkins High School in 1943. Married to...
Thelma Canty
Sep 17, 2013
Thelma Barksdale Canty was born in W-S, NC on October 25, 1924. God saw fit to call her home on September 17, 2013 at the precious age of 88. She was a faithful member of Hanes Memorial CME Church for over 60 years, where she served as the Usher Board President until she fell ill. Earlier in life, she was...
Dorothy Parrott
Sep 14, 2013
Dorothy C. Parrott, 82, departed this life surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, September 14, 2013. She was born in Winston-Salem, NC to Mable Clowney and attended Atkins High School. Funeral services will be held at 2pm Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at Rising Ebenezer Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be held...
Shontiva Hunter
Sep 13, 2013
On Friday, September 13, 2013 God gracefully called on one of his beautiful angels. Shontiva Hunter was born June 22, 1995 in W-S, NC. She was a student of Forsyth Tech, a previous member of Antioch Christian Church, and a newfound member of Second New Bethel. She is survived by her mother and father, Shondrel and Herman Gaddy; 3 siblings,...
Mary Fowler Crawford
Sep 11, 2013
Elder Mary Fowler Crawford of 837 Charles Ct., transitioned from this life on September 11, 2013 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home following a brief illness. She was a graduate of Davie County High School. She was a devoted member of Temple Holiness Church. She was President of the State Convention and later named Emeritus State Elder. She also served...
Marci Brooks Carpenter
Sep 10, 2013
Marci Sherese Brooks Carpenter was born August 10, 1977. She went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at her residence. Marci graduated from North Forsyth High School in 1995. She also attended Dudley Cosmetology School. Marci was licensed in ministry and a former associate minister at Shiloh Baptist Church. Marci leaves to cherish her precious memories...
Angles Brown
Sep 6, 2013
Mr. Angles J. "DRUKIE" Brown, 80, of 124 Styers Rd was called home on Friday September 6, 2013 at Select Specialty Hospital. He was born December 10, 1932 in Winston-Salem, NC. He was a lifelong member of St. John CME Church; the owner and operator of Brown's Fish and Produce Market. He was preceded in death by his lovely wife,...
Darlene D Williams
Sep 3, 2013
Darlene Denise Williams was born February 13, 1958 in Winston-Salem, NC to Joseph and Juanita Williams. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. "Doll" attended school in the WSFCS System and was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. She was preceded in death...
Lillie Reeves Brannon
Sep 3, 2013
Mrs. Lillie Frances Reeves Brannon was born September 9, 1927 in Columbia, SC to the late Mattie and John Reeves. She departed this earthly life on September 3, 2013 at Wake Forest Baptist Health after an extended period of illness. Lillie was a retiree of Family Services with 34 years of service, and was longtime member of Mt. Zion Baptist...
Samson Shipp, Jr.
Aug 30, 2013
Mr. Samson Shipp, Jr. left this earthly world on August 30, 2013 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. He was born April 25, 1932 to Samson Shipp, Sr. and Lillian Hall Shipp. He attended Atkins High School and was a lifelong resident of Winston Salem. He served in the Army during the Korean War. After the Army, he held various...
Willie Marshall
Aug 30, 2013
Willie B. Marshall, 75, died on August 30, 2013 at Springwood Care Center. Willie was raised by his beloved grandmother, Frances Marshall. He was educated in the local school system. Willie joined New Bethel Baptist Church in 1997, under the leadership of Dr. Jerry Drayton. He was an active member of the church's Laymen League. He retired from US Airways,...
Hugh Clark
Aug 30, 2013
Mr. Hugh E. Clark, 86, passed away Friday August 30, 2013 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. Private memorial services will be held Wednesday, September 4, 2013 at Freedom Church. In lieu of flowers the family asks that all donations be sent to Wake Forest Baptist Cancer Center.
Clark David Myers, Sr.
Aug 28, 2013
Clark David Myers, Sr., son of Maria Mines, raised by his grandparents, Henrietta and Calvin Proctor, was born February 4, 1938 in Washington, DC. On Wednesday, August 28, 2013, the Lord sent for his beloved son, Clark David Myers, SR. and granted his everlasting peace and serenity. Clark attended school in Maryland and went in the Air Force at the...
Bessie Mckee Patterson
Aug 25, 2013
Mrs. Bessie Mae McKee Patterson born December 26, 1932 departed this life on August 25, 2013. She was a lifelong resident of W-S, graduating from W-S Teachers College, and spending much of her professional career teaching at local schools. Mrs. Patterson was an active member of New Century Missionary Baptist Church until her health declined. As a loving and supportive...
Shirley Weeks Fair
Aug 25, 2013
On Sunday, August 25, 2013 our beloved Shirley Weeks Fair went home to be with our Lord. She was born July 28, 1942 to the late Mary Emma Anderson. Shirley was known as "MeMa" and she never met a stranger. Her love for children allowed her to foster numerous children throughout her years. She leaves to cherish her memories 6...
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