obituaries

Aug 20, 2024

Oscar Charles Pilson Sr., born in Henry County, Virginia, was the son of Reverend Alfred Pilson and Olivia Johnson Pilson. He was married to Eleanor Coleman Pilson, who survives him.

In addition to his wife, Oscar is survived by two children: Oscar Charles Pilson II (Catherine) and Melanie Pilson; two sisters: Gloria Pilson of Bassett, VA, and...

Aug 19, 2024

Rosetta Williams, known affectionately as "Teeny", was born on January 8, 1948 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to the late Fred Hall and Sarah Steele.  Rosetta graduated from Atkins High School and thereafter entered the workforce.  She spent the majority of her professional career as a seamstress for Lucia and was able to retire from her role with Corning Cable...

Aug 18, 2024

Valeria Annice Thompson, known affectionately as "Ms. Val", passed away on August 18, 2024, at the age of 73 in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Born on January 26, 1951, in Winston Salem, she was the daughter of Luther Zeb Eldridge, Jr. and Sarah "Annie" Sheppard. Ms. Val grew up in the same city where she was born, graduating from...

Aug 18, 2024

James Bernard Williams of Winston-Salem, NC was born on October 24,1959. He passed away on Sunday August 18th, 2024.

James was preceded in death by his mother, Edith Williams Chaskley; sister, Debbie Williams; and brother, Walter Gray.

He is survived by his longtime partner, Cheryl Poteat; brother, Charles (Doretha) Williams; son, James Devalin (Tamara) Williams;...

Aug 17, 2024

Willie Alfred Gabriel, aka "Gabe", was born on July 20, 1951, to Sylvester James Gabriel, Sr., and Katherine Gabriel. He is now reunited with his wife of 39 years, Julia; his parents, James Gabriel, Sr. and Katherine Adams; and his older brothers, Arthur Lee Williams, Bernard Adams, and Melvin W. Gabriel, in Heaven.

Willie was a loving...

Aug 16, 2024

Preston Mickens was born February 1, 1937, in Laurens, South Carolina, to Thomas Mickens and Mary Jones Mickens. He transitioned to his eternal home Friday, August 16, 2024.

Preston lived most of his life in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and graduated from Carver High School. He married Bessie Chandler Mickens. To this union, five children were born. Preston...

Aug 16, 2024

Mrs. Bobbie Irene Green Russell, 79, affectionately known as "Bee", was born on September 21, 1944 in Winston-Salem, NC to Eddie and Irene Martin Green.

She was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. After graduation she attended North Carolina A&T State University.  She worked at Western Electric for several years until her job was moved to Oklahoma.  ...

Aug 15, 2024

Angela "Angie" Charmaine King, born on July 30, 1972, departed this life on August 15, 2024, after a long, courageous battle with breast cancer. Angie was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, friend, and warrior whose strength and compassion touched the lives of many.

A published author, Angie, shared her journey through her book, "A Life Lived," providing...

Aug 13, 2024

Charles Louis Chatman, "SONNY", was born on April 29, 1943 in Bamberg, SC to Tom and Lucy Chatman.  He departed this earthly life on August 13, 2024.

He attended all public schools in Denmark, SC and later moved to New York City, NY where he was employed at Franklin Paper Box Folding Company for a number of...

Aug 13, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Otto Harvey Jeffries, affectionately known as "Harv", a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who transitioned to eternal rest and peace on August 13, 2024, at the age of 79 in Durham, North Carolina. Harvey's remarkable life was marked by his devotion to family, passion for basketball, his...

Aug 12, 2024

Larry D. Roberts Sr., 69, of Winston Salem, NC passed away unexpectedly at his home on August 12, 2024. Born on November 9, 1954, in Winston-Salem, NC, Larry was the beloved son of the late Charlie and Eva Mae Roberts.

Larry attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools and graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1973. Following his...

Aug 8, 2024

Francis H. Brown, Jr., "Sunny" of Winston-Salem, passed away at the W.G. (Bill) Hefner Salisbury Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center on August 8, 2024. A native of Winston-Salem, he was the first of two children born to the late Hattie Scales Brown and Francis Hiawatha Brown, Sr. At the time of his passing, he was an active member...

Aug 5, 2024

On May 17, 1927 in Union, SC, the home of Henry and Julia Moore radiated with the birth of Julia Audrey, their only grandchild. Julia lived with her grandparents until she was six years old when she came to Winston-Salem, NC to live with her mother, Sallie Moore Gladden, and her aunt, Pernola Moore Avery Owens. Julia attended Columbian...

Jul 31, 2024

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." (2 Timothy 4:7)

On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, Dr. Charles E. Gray, having completed his mission here on earth, slept peacefully away into God's arms. Just the day before his departure, he spoke of "going home" where he knew he would...

Jul 29, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ms. Gwendolyn "Big Gwen" Fleming, a beloved mother, devoted nurse, and a matriarch to her family. Gwendolyn was a mother of five; Gwendolyn Davis, Lester Fleming, Reginal Davis, Verna Davis, and the late but not forgotten Michelle Fleming. She devoted over 25+ years to Bayada Staffing where her compassionate care left...

Jul 25, 2024

Jessie Mae Joyner Witherspoon, 92, was the youngest of six born in Menola, North Carolina, to George and Ruby Joyner.  After graduating from Robert L. Mann High School in Hertford County, NC, she and her sister Lucille moved to Winston Salem, NC, to continue her education at Winston-Salem Business College. Here in Winston-Salem, she met her husband, Robert Lee,...

Jul 20, 2024

Brenda Adams,76, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away on July 20, 2024, after an ongoing battle of illnesses.

Brenda was born on March 9, 1948 to Mary and Hobert Sharpe, Sr. in Winston-Salem. After graduation from John W. Paisley High School in 1966, she continued her education at North Carolina Central University. Upon leaving college, she married Benjamin...

Jul 19, 2024

Christian Pate Linton, affectionately known as Chris, passed away on July 19, 2024, in his hometown of Winston Salem, North Carolina at the young age of 20. Born on March 11, 2004, in High Point, NC he was the only child of Janet Pate Linton and Frank Linton, Jr.

Chris graduated from Atkins Academic and Technology High...

Jul 15, 2024

Louise Tyler Nivens, aged 93, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was born on March 14, 1931, and departed this life on July 15, 2024. She graduated from Atkins High School Class of 1949, then briefly trained in the art of stenography. Louise ultimately retired from her role as a lab technician with Forsyth Memorial Hospital after more than thirty years...

Jul 15, 2024

Melvin Woodruff Gabriel, a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on July 26, 1949, Melvin lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to his family and friends.

Melvin was the beloved husband of the late Audrey Terri Gabriel, with whom he...