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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.

Melvin Caldwell, Sr.

Melvin Caldwell, Sr.

Aug 22, 2013

Melvin R. Caldwell, Sr. was born January 8, 1938 in W-S, NC to the late Delphis and Birdie Caldwell. He departed this earthly life August 22, 2013. He was educated in the public school system, a retiree from the City of W-S, and a faithful member of First Waughtown Baptist Church where he was a member of the Deacon Board,...

Nicole "Khadijah" Mcfadden

Nicole "Khadijah" Mcfadden

Aug 17, 2013

Nicole "Khadijah" McFadden, 36, entered into eternal peace on August 17, 2013 at her home. Funeral services will be held at 2pm Friday, August 23, 2013 at Calvary Hill Church of Greater Deliverance, 4951 Manning St. W-S, NC 27105 with Rev. Dr. George Banks officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 1pm until...

Michael Shipp

Michael Shipp

Aug 16, 2013

Mr. Michael D. Shipp, 58, affectionately known as "MIKE", was called home August 16, 2013 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. He was born August 1, 1955 to Alice Shipp and Joe Dejuanette. Mike was a graduate of RJ Reynolds High School and was an employee of K&W Cafeteria with 20 years of service. In addition to his parents, he was...

Richard Byers, Jr.

Richard Byers, Jr.

Aug 15, 2013

Richard's smile, energetic personality, love of fun and heart for giving will forever remain with us. Although challenging at times he was loved by many. On Thursday, August 15, 2013 Richard Bernard Byers, Jr. departed this life to enter into his resting place with the Lord. He was born in Winston-Salem, NC on April 16, 1992. Richard was athletic and...

Robert Mcfadden

Robert Mcfadden

Aug 14, 2013

Mr. Robert E. "Bobby" McFadden, 72, passed away August 14, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 2pm Monday, August 19, 2013 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.

Calvin Moultry

Calvin Moultry

Aug 14, 2013

Mr. Calvin Junior Moultry, 76, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at his home. He was born August 13, 1937 and was the oldest son of Gilbert and Ruth Moultry. Calvin J. Moultry was a retiree of Stroh's Brewery with 25 ½ years of service and over 20 years in trucking. He is survived by his loving wife Mary Louise...

Jeannette Robinson

Jeannette Robinson

Aug 14, 2013

Mrs. Jeannette L. Robinson, 102, passed away August 14, 2013. Memorial services will be held at 11am Monday, August 19, 2013 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel

Pearlie Bartley-Scott

Pearlie Bartley-Scott

Aug 12, 2013

Pearlie Mae Bartley-Scott departed to her heavenly home on August 12, 2013. Anyone she encountered was always welcomed with her kindness and generosity. Pearlie was born December 10, 1934 in Columbia, SC to Georgia Mae Bartley Osby, who preceded her in death. She was educated in the Richland County school districts. Pearlie then furthered her education in NC at the...

Ruby Mae Charles

Ruby Mae Charles

Aug 11, 2013

On August 11, 2013 at Wake Forest Baptist Health in Winston-Salem, NC, Mrs. Ruby C. Charles, a devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend went home to be with the Lord. Ruby was born on July 19, 1944 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Vance Amos Correll and Beatrice Moore Correll. She graduated from Carver High School in 1962 and...

Reola Simpson

Reola Simpson

Aug 10, 2013

"A light from our household is gone; a voice we love is still, a place is vacant in our home, which never can be filled" Mrs. Reola Rinehart Turner Simpson, aka "BabyMae" was born July 6, 1948 to the late Willie Rinehart and Helen Hall in W-S, NC. "BabyMae" attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. She retired from Wake Forest Baptist...

Nellie Pinson Transou

Nellie Pinson Transou

Aug 9, 2013

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7 Mrs. Nellie Pearl Pinson Transou, 95, departed this life on Friday, August 9, 2013 at Alston Brook Nursing Facility, Lexington, NC. She was born March 7, 1918 in Greenville County, SC, the second oldest child, to the late Luther Belton Pinson...

Willie James Jackson, Jr.

Willie James Jackson, Jr.

Aug 9, 2013

Willie James Jackson, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on August 9, 2013. "Bill", as he was fondly called, was born October 29, 1971 to his proud parents, Willie J. and Mary E. Jackson. In addition to his parents he leaves behind his loving wife, LaShawnda Jackson; four beautiful daughters, Quartella, Chartella, Ar'Lexia, and Sa'Kara; and a host...

Ellen Wright Upson

Ellen Wright Upson

Aug 6, 2013

Mrs. Ellen Louise Wright Upson departed this earthly life on Tuesday, August 6, 2013. She was born July 1, 1926 in New Orleans, LA to Preston and Arlena Joseph. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Upson was preceded in death by her husband, Neal Upson. She leaves to cherish her memory 9 children, Milton (Angela) Wright, Neal Bernard Upson, Gloria...

Theodosia Heriot Young

Theodosia Heriot Young

Jul 31, 2013

Theodosia Heriot Young departed this life on Wednesday, July 31, 2013. She was born July 8, 1914 in Woodrow, SC to George Washington Heriot and Florence Heriot Reynolds. She retired from Piedmont Tobacco Co. She was a Christian hearted woman, who loved and trusted God as her personal savior. She was a member of First Calvary Baptist Church where she...

Susan Moore

Susan Moore

Jul 28, 2013

Susan D. Moore was born on May 15, 1970 in Washington, DC to Dr. and Mrs. Green Moore. She departed this life on Sunday, July 28, 2013 at the home of her parents. She attended and graduated from Forsyth County public schools. She was a graduate of Carver High School Class of 1988. Upon graduating she attended UNC Charlotte. She...

George Hilliard Dunlap

George Hilliard Dunlap

Jul 27, 2013

Mr. George Hilliard Dunlap, 61, answered the call of our Heavenly Father on July 27, 2013. George was born in W-S, NC on October 22, 1952 and had an outstanding academic career starting at St. Benedict Elementary of W-S, NC, graduating from Phillips Exeter Academy, NC, and then to Harvard University, Cambridge, MA graduating in 1974. He was employed by...

Brenda Johnson

Brenda Johnson

Jul 23, 2013

Ms. Brenda S. Johnson passed away July 23, 2013 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born January 6, 1944 to Luther S. Smarr and Ida Mauney Smarr in Forsyth County. Brenda was a devoted member of Mt. Nebo Outreach Church. Brenda was a retired employee of Polar Plastic, Inc., and she was also employed at Unique Furniture and the Hanes...

Cornell Sheppard Turner

Cornell Sheppard Turner

Jul 23, 2013

Mrs. Cornell Sheppard Turner, of Carver School Road passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday July 23, 2013. Mrs. Turner was born on March 30, 1936 to Sandy Nathaniel and Lottie Mae Sheppard who preceded her in heaven along with her brother, David Sheppard; and sister, Margret Warren. Left to cherish her memories are her husband, Fred Turner Jr.;...

Michael Clay Carter

Michael Clay Carter

Jul 23, 2013

Michael Clay Carter began his journey in life in Winston-Salem, N.C. on July 13, 1966, born to Smith C. and Gertrude Carter. He departed this life Tuesday, July 23, 2013 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Center. Preceding his transition were his father, Smith C. Carter, Sr., his grandmother Lenoir J. Carter, and his aunt Juanita C. Carter. Michael attended the...

Hobert Sharpe, Jr.

Hobert Sharpe, Jr.

Jul 22, 2013

Our father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and great-uncle made that final journey and he now rests in peace with his Heavenly Father. Mr. Hobert J. Sharpe, Jr., formally of 226 NW 25th Street, passed away Monday, July 22, 2013. Mr. Sharpe was born on May 4, 1920 in Harmony, NC to the late Hobert and Mary James Sharpe. He entered the...

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