obituaries

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.

Carol Felton Harley

Carol Felton Harley

Nov 12, 2012

Carol Felton Harley was born on September 28, 1942 in Flint, MI. She entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 12, 2012 after an extended illness. She served faithfully at Ishi Pentecostal Temple and Central Triad Church (formerly Christ Temple). Sister Harley leaves to remember her life and love her husband, James E. Harley; beloved daughter, Carlissa N. Harley and...

Pauline Elizabeth Jackson

Pauline Elizabeth Jackson

Nov 12, 2012

Pauline Elizabeth Jackson was born on November 25, 1922 to the late Herman and Maude Jackson. She departed this life on November 12, 2012 after an extended illness. Because of her love and concern for humanity, she gained the love and respect of many people. Pauline grew up in Winston-Salem Heights Community. She graduated from Atkins High School and earned...

Brenda Miller Hairston

Brenda Miller Hairston

Nov 12, 2012

Mrs. Brenda Diane Miller Hairston, 61, of 2001 K-Court was born and reared in W-S, NC. She was born on July 10, 1951 to Mentoria J. Miller and Willis Belton Miller. She passed away on November 12, 2012 at 4pm at her daughter's home with family at her side. She was a member of Rising Ebenezer Baptist Church and attended...

Aaron Lee Summers

Aaron Lee Summers

Nov 8, 2012

Mr. Aaron Lee "Byrd" Summers was born May 13, 1972 in Winston-Salem, NC. He graduated from Green Run High School in Virginia Beach, VA in 1991. He was a member of Center Grove AME Zion Church in Tobaccoville, NC. Aaron went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 8, 2012. Aaron was preceded in death by his sister,...

Hilda C Goodwin

Hilda C Goodwin

Nov 8, 2012

Hilda Corine Goodwin died on November 8, 2012. Her life literally touched hundreds as she was dedicated in her services at Amos Cottage, Kimberly Park Development Daycare Center and Bethlehem Community Center. She was loved by her only son, Sidney Goodwin; her loss is great to her grandchildren, Shayla Black, Zah'mariah Goodwin, Zy'kier Goodwin and her great grandchild, Peyton Black;...

Nathaniel Green Small

Nathaniel Green Small

Nov 6, 2012

Nathaniel Green Small, affectionately known as "Nat" was born August 15, 1950 to the late Mae Frances Green and Wesley Small; reared by the late Woodrow and Catherine Johnson. Nat departed this life on Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County public schools and was a graduate of Paisley High School. He...

Arnise D Middleton

Arnise D Middleton

Nov 5, 2012

Mrs. Arnise Darlene Middleton, affectionately known as "Shortcake" was born in Winston-Salem, NC on October 15, 1967. She transitioned from labor to reward on the morning of Monday, November 5, 2012. She was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth county School System and was a graduate of East Forsyth High School, Class of 1975. "Shortcake" was employed at K&W Cafeteria for 32...

Regina Mae Elcock

Regina Mae Elcock

Nov 3, 2012

"...the Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon Him, to all that call upon Him in truth..." (Psalms 145:18) Regina Mae Elcock was born in Brooklyn, NY on April 18, 1951 to the late James T. Elcock and Willie Mae "Willow" Elcock. She departed this life on Saturday November 3, 2012. Regina grew up in Brooklyn, NY and...

Shirley Blackmon Burns

Shirley Blackmon Burns

Nov 3, 2012

Shirley Blackmon Burns, 64, passed on November 3, 2012 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home after an extended illness. She was a graduate of Carver High School, NC A&T State University, and she also attended Bennett College. She retired as a Flight Attendant from US Airways. Shirley was preceded in death by her loving mother, Helen Blackmon. She leaves...

William Brown

William Brown

Nov 1, 2012

Mr. William Brown "Bill" passed away peacefully in Milwaukee, WI on November 1, 2012. William is survived by his loving wife, Jessie McClam Brown; children, Ronald (Joyce), Donald (Janelle), Vanessa and William Anthony all of Milwaukee, WI; locally survived by two sisters, Doris B. Jones and Deloris B. Stephens (Temus); and a host of nieces and nephews. A celebration of...

Millie Cain West

Millie Cain West

Oct 30, 2012

Sister Millie Ann Cain West entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 30, 2012, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. Sister West was born on Monday, March 21, 1932, to Carl C. and Sarah P. Cain. She was a member of Cedar Creek Missionary Baptist Church, Mocksville, NC. She was preceded in death by her loving parents; brother, Clifton...

Bobby Wilson

Bobby Wilson

Oct 30, 2012

Bishop Bobby L. Wilson, 53, transitioned from labor to reward on Tuesday, October 30, 2012. He was born March 14, 1959 to Mrs. Annie Mae Worley in W-S, NC. He attended the Forsyth County Public Schools and graduated from Parkland High School. He furthered his education by attending Vance-Granville College and Carolina Bible Institute. He was employed by the W-S/Forsyth...

John Knox

John Knox

Oct 29, 2012

Mr. John Henry Knox passed away Monday, October 29, 2012. He was born on April 17, 1936 to the late Henry and Leronia Knox in Forsyth County. In addition to his parents, Mr. Knox was preceded in death by three sisters, Mattie Johnson, Laura Thomas, and Leronia "Sallie-Ann" Knox; three brothers, James Knox, Macon Knox, and William Knox; a granddaughter...

Barbara H Griffin

Barbara H Griffin

Oct 25, 2012

Master Gardener and stranger to none, Barbara Ann Hodge Griffin, 77 passed away on October 25, 2012 after a short and very courageous battle with cancer. She was born on April 7, 1935 in Winston-Salem to the late Charlie Samuel Hodge and Mozell Mumford Hodge. She attended Atkins High School, graduated from Lincoln Academy in Kings Mountain, NC class of...

Lucy Manns Wilson

Lucy Manns Wilson

Oct 24, 2012

Mrs. Lucy Ann Manns Wilson passed away on October 24, 2012 at Forsyth Medical Center. Mrs. Wilson was born August 22, 1927 in Sauratown Township in Stokes County, NC to the late Jacob and Mary Martin Manns. She was a native of Belews Creek, NC until she moved to Winston-Salem with her husband, Jimmie L. Wilson. She retired from the...

James Burch, Sr.

James Burch, Sr.

Oct 23, 2012

Mr. James Burch, Sr., 69, died October 23, 2012. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Saturday, October 27, 2012 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Serenus T. Churn, Sr. officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11:30am until 12noon on Saturday at the Church.

Mary Lou Wilds

Mary Lou Wilds

Oct 17, 2012

Mary Lou Wilds, 71, transitioned from this life into Glory on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 in the late afternoon due to an extended illness. She was born to Mr. & Mrs. Dodson of Darlington, SC on October 12, 1941 and was a life-long resident of this great city, W-S, NC. She attended Forsyth County public schools and was a former...

Abrah R Allen

Abrah R Allen

Oct 17, 2012

"My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever." Psalm 73:26 Abrah Rena Allen departed this earthly life on the night of October 17, 2012 after a lengthy illness. Abrah was born in Winston-Salem, NC on December 6, 1957 to Rose Freeman McKoy. He graduated high school in June 1976,...

Thomas Auzenne Armstrong

Thomas Auzenne Armstrong

Oct 17, 2012

Thomas "Tommy" Auzenne Armstrong was born on January 6, 1950 to Warren Armstrong, Sr. and the late Grace Tidline Armstrong. He departed to his eternal home on Wednesday, October 17, 2012. "Tommy" grew up in Yadkin County, where he graduated from Starmount High School. He joined the US Marine Corps in 1969, and later worked as a Police Officer in...

Betty P Shepherd

Betty P Shepherd

Oct 16, 2012

On Tuesday, October 16, 2012, the Lord sent for his beloved daughter Betty Jean Pennix Shepherd and granted her everlasting peace and serenity. Betty Jean was born October 16, 1946 the daughter of the late Walter Pennix; Mary Pemberton; and her step-father, Junior Jenerette. Betty attended school in Beckley, West Virginia until the age of 10 when her family moved...

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