obituaries

Nov 29, 2024

Mr. Kerry Bernard Miller, 60, passed away November 29, 2024.

Memorial services will be held at 2:30pm Saturday, December 14, 2024 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. The family visitation will be held from 2:00pm until 2:30pm on Saturday at the Chapel.

Nov 25, 2024

Helen Louise Scott, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 25, 2024. Helen was born in Mocksville, North Carolina to John Arthur and Beulah Wilson Scott, who preceded her in death. Helen's life was marked by her dedication to family and community. She was a beloved figure in Winston-Salem, where she spent much of her adult life...

Nov 25, 2024

"I have come to the end of my life and remained faithful. Like Paul, I have finished my race well."

Elder Theartis Dunlap, aka "Theo" and "Smookie", answered the Lord's call to "come home." He was born to the late Zachariah Buie and Geneva Dunlap in Winston-Salem, NC.

He attended the public schools in Winston-Salem/Forsyth...

Nov 25, 2024

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at the day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing." 2 Timothy 4:7-8

James...

Nov 23, 2024

Joseph Clinton, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, was born on June 24, 1941, in Charleston, South Carolina, to Georga Mae Jackson. He departed this life on November 23, 2024.

He attended the Florence County schools in Timmonsville, South Carolina. A trailblazer, he courageously ventured to Winston-Salem in 1962 to make a better living...

Nov 22, 2024

Darryl Lee Jackson transitioned to his Heavenly home on November 22, 2024 in the comfort of Trellis Supportive Care.  He is survived by his loving wife, Carla Jackson, of 36 years. He was born March 8, 1962, in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Tommy Walter Jackson, Sr. and Susie Mae Jackson.

He attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools...

Nov 20, 2024

What joy filled the Williams home on September 18, 1926, when Shirley Anne Williams Dunlap was born to Reverend Coy N. and Mrs. Amy Wright Williams!  The family lived in the African American section of Boone, NC.  When Shirley Anne was 12 years old, she and sister Mary Jane moved to Winston-Salem with their parents. Her father came to...

Nov 19, 2024

Ms. Carolyn Jeanette Amos, daughter of John Dillard Spencer Amos and Sarah Lue King Amos was born in Winston-Salem, NC on March 16, 1942.  She departed this life on November 19, 2024.

She was a product of the Lancaster County Public Schools of Virginia.  Carolyn graduated as Valedictorian of her class.

Most of her professional...

Nov 18, 2024

Mrs. Maebrel Butler Vance, 98, was born on September 13, 1926 in Lawrence, South Carolina to John and Beatrice Butler.  She departed this earthly life for her heavenly home on November 18, 2024.

She attended Atkins High School, was a member of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, and retired from Bud Services at the age of 84.  Maebrel...

Nov 15, 2024

Savannah Mitchell, age 87, of Winston-Salem, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 15, 2024. She was born on April 28, 1937, in Kernersville, North Carolina, to the late Ida Mae and Manuel Crews.

Savannah was one of 11 siblings, growing up in a close-knit and loving family. She attended Carver High School and later pursued further education...

Nov 14, 2024

Lucy Teretha Izzard was born October 7, 1937 in Winston-Salem, NC. She was the only child of Georgie Mae Huntley and John Huntley. Lucy lost her mother at three months old and was raised by her grandmother. Lucy graduated from Carver High School in 1954 and also took courses at WSU in Wichita, Kansas.  She was ready for the...

Nov 11, 2024

Ollie Patricia Sadler was called to eternal rest on the morning of November 11, 2024. Her journey through life ended in the comfort of divine peace, leaving a legacy of unparalleled compassion, integrity, and dedication.

Ollie Patricia was predeceased by her parents, Mildred Robinson and Lee Hinson; and two sisters, Lois Lewis and Mary Lee Cunningham.

Nov 11, 2024

On Monday, November 11, 2024, Elizabeth Sinclair was peacefully welcomed into the arms of God, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on February 9, 1954, in Scotland County, Elizabeth grew up in Winston-Salem, NC, where she attended W-S/ Forsyth County Schools.  She later dedicated herself to a career in caregiving as a trained nurse's assistant, working for...

Nov 8, 2024

Velma Jeter Dunlap, affectionately called "Sweet Baby", was the daughter of Arthur and Ruth Jeter.  Velma was born on June 27, 1941 in Winston-Salem, NC.  She departed this life on November 8, 2024 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist.

She graduated from Allen High School in Asheville, NC and she also attended Winston-Salem State University. Velma worked...

Nov 7, 2024

Brenda Joyce Blair Braham was born to the late Pauline Blair Rodman and Leroy Blair on February 1, 1945, at Kate Bitting Reynolds Hospital in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She attended Anderson High School and Forsyth Technical Community College, where she earned her nursing degree. She started her working career as a nanny. She also worked as a factory worker...

Nov 3, 2024

Robert "Bobby" Lee Conner was born January 25, 1928 in Winston-Salem, NC to William Allen and Katherine Conner. After a brief illness, Bobby was called home on November 3, 2024.

Bobby is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Rue Conner of Winston-Salem, NC; two sons, Tony V. Conner of North Wilkesboro, NC and Barry O. Conner of Walkertown,...

Oct 30, 2024

Theresa "Baby Sista" Screen, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on March 5, 1939, in Tampa, Florida, to Laurence Gibbons and Edith Davis Mosley, Theresa grew up in Plant City, Florida. Later,...

Oct 30, 2024

Mr. Edward C. Thompson, 91, was born on June 11, 1933 in Winston-Salem, NC to Andrew and Adele Thompson.  He departed this earthly life on October 30, 2024.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Thompson; and his siblings, Andrew, Jr., Frederick, Edith, Margret, Mary Louise, and Melvina.

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Oct 29, 2024

Mr. Barry DeShawn Jones, a native of Winston-Salem, NC was born August 31, 1993. He departed this life unexpectedly on October 29, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Charles McCleary; his grandmother, Lola Mae Jones; and his special cousin, Cynthia Bethea.

Mr. Jones attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. He was a...

Oct 24, 2024

Helene Humphries Livingston passed away on October 24, 2024 after an extended illness. She was born December 11, 1927 to Ernest and Beatrice Humphries in Danville, Virginia. She has resided in Winston-Salem since early childhood. She attended the W-S Forsyth County Schools and graduated from Atkins High School in 1947.

Helene was married to Joe Alphonso Livingston,...