John Brown, Iii
Oct 23, 2024
Today we lay to rest Mr. John Henry Brown, III. Affectionately, he was known by many as "John John". On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, he chose to take his rest and was received in rest until the last trumpet sounds.
"John John" was born on May 8, 1969 to the late John and Shelma Brown Jr. John...
Chandra Brown
Oct 18, 2024
Chandra Teresa Brown, affectionately known as "Mango," was born on April 21, 1980, in El Paso, Texas. She passed away on October 18, 2024, in Washington, D.C., leaving behind a legacy of joy, creativity, and love.
Chandra's early years were shaped by faith, family, and an insatiable curiosity. She attended St. Augustine Catholic School in Washington, D.C.,...
Cecil Alwood Holland, Sr.
Oct 18, 2024
Mr. Cecil Alwood Holland, Sr. of 1707 Longview Dr., Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was born July 31, 1934 in Fountain Inn, South Carolina in Laurens County to Reese Sullivan and Della Young Holland. He departed this earthly life on October 18, 2024 after a long period of illness. Cecil was a dedicated member of St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church where...
Sherita Cain
Oct 18, 2024
"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away." Revelations 21:4
Sherita Stevens Cain was born March 31, 1981. She was the eldest of two children born to Pearle S. Whitfield...
Gerald Mcgee Spencer
Oct 17, 2024
Mr. Gerald McGee Spencer, loving Grandfather, Father, Uncle, Cousin, Friend and a Fighter passed away on October 17, 2024. He was born in Philadelphia, PA on January 4, 1952, and raised in Tinton Falls, New Jersey, ultimately residing in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
He was still an active employee at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist High Point Regional...
Nina Maria Johnson
Oct 16, 2024
Nina Maria Johnson was born in Winston-Salem, NC, on March 12, 1957. Nina was the first child born to Osa Johnson. Nina accepted Christ at an early age and was a Saint Benedict the Moor Catholic Church member.
Nina is survived by her brother, Bryan Johnson; his wife, Christy; and their daughter, Christina. Nina's laughter, thoughts, and...
Alfreta Edwards
Oct 15, 2024
Alfreta "Freta" Denise Edwards, 65, daughter of Booker "BT" Edwards, Jr. and Thelma Mae Barkley, was born May 26, 1959 in Youngstown, Ohio. She was raised by a loving, devoted village of extended family.
She departed this life the morning of October 15, 2024 at the Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center in Winston Salem, North Carolina, following...
Gwendolyn Jones Wynn
Oct 14, 2024
Gwendolyn Harper Jones Wynn
Gwendolyn Harper Jones Wynn was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on March 31, 1939. She was the third of four children born to the late John Henry, Sr. and Dora Harper Jones.
Gwen, as she was affectionately called, began her early education at St. Benedict The Moor Elementary School, where she...
Kristy Jones King
Oct 14, 2024
Mrs. Kristy Michelle Jones King, affectionately known to family and friends as, "Misty", "Blakgal", and "Chocolate", was born on January 28, 1971 to Earnestine D. Sides Jones and James Thomas Jones, Sr. Â She departed this earthly life on October 14, 2024.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her daughter, Kelci D. King....
Andre Taylor
Oct 12, 2024
In Loving Memory of Andre Major Taylor
Baby Andre Taylor, better known as "Major", gained his warrior wings on October 12, 2024. Â Major was a handsome, resilient warrior who fought a mighty fight for 25 months of his 27 month earthly life. Â Though Major's time was brief, his spirited soul was contagious to everyone who...
Anthony Davis
Oct 11, 2024
Mr. Anthony M. Davis, 57, passed away October 11, 2024 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00pm Saturday, November 16, 2024 at St. Stephen Episcopal Church.
Hazel Heidi Brown
Oct 11, 2024
Hazel Heidi Brown was born on October 13, 1942 to the late Mary L. Williams and Roosevelt Williams.
She attended the New Rochelle Public School System where she graduated High School in 1960.
Hazel was accepted to the Barbizon School of Modeling in New York City where she did print work. This modeling career helped...
Varetta Oates
Oct 9, 2024
Mrs. Varetta Oates, 75, passed away October 9, 2024.
A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Friday, October 18, 2024 at Russell Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, October 19, 2024 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be...
Jeffrey Lucas
Oct 8, 2024
Bishop Jeffrey Lucas was born December 14, 1960 in Bronx, NY to the late Theodore and Mary Lena Lucas Harrell. He peacefully transitioned to his Heavenly home on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
Pastor Jeffrey Lucas graduated from East Forsyth High School in Kernersville, NC in 1979. He worked as a licensed Insurance...
Tony Curtis Butterfield Williamson
Oct 6, 2024
Today, we gather to celebrate the life of a truly remarkable man, Tony C. Butterfield. Born to Mr. and Mrs. John (Dorothy) Butterfield on November 19, 1961. As the youngest of eight siblings, Tony brought a unique spirit and energy to our family that will be dearly missed. He leaves behind his beloved sisters Linda, Lorraine, and Wanda Butterfield;...
Barbara Carson
Oct 5, 2024
Barbara Jean Joyner Carson, deeply loved "Momma", "Granny", and "GG", was the youngest child born to the late Samuel R. and Essie Joyner in Winston-Salem, NC. Barbara transitioned unexpectedly from her earthly life to eternal rest on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at home. Affectionately known as "Barbara Jean" and "Dee Dee", she learned at a very young age that...
Bridgette Hunter
Oct 4, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and enduring love that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Bridgette Hunter, on October 4, 2024. Bridgette left this world at the age of 59, following complications from surgery, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion.
Bridgette was born on September 26, 1965, in Gates County, NC, to...
James Sturdivant, Sr.
Oct 4, 2024
Deacon James William Sturdivant, Sr. was born in Greensboro, NC to Odessa Wray on October 25, 1946.
James graduated form James B. Dudley High School in 1965. Â After graduation he moved to Connecticut where he worked making rifles for the Army. Â After several years, he returned to Winston-Salem, NC where he worked for Tyco Electronics, retiring after...
Cynthia Florrie Russell Bruton
Oct 4, 2024
Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6
Cynthia Florrie Russell Bruton was born March 22, 1951 to Carl H. Russell, Sr. and Florrie Marlene Sitgraves Russell in Winston-Salem, NC. She...
Ulysses Shuler
Oct 3, 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 that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.
2 Timothy 4:7-8
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