obituaries

Dec 7, 2024

Theodore Calvin Fulp, Sr. was born to Amanda Murray Fulp and Cyrus Orren Fulp on December 12, 1925 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He graduated from the historical 14th Street Elementary School and the original Atkins High School in Winston-Salem. He attended the notorious Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro, North Carolina. His oldest brother once told his granddaughter...

Dec 6, 2024

Leonora Lucinda Phillips Nightingale was born on June 6, 1934 in Sylver City, Canal Zone, Colon, Panama to Esmelyn Phillips and Berrisford Phillips.  Affectionately known as "Norma", she passed away at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center on December 6, 2024.  Her life's passion was to travel; not afraid to venture out to learn about new things and places.

Dec 4, 2024

Alford Lee Kimbrough, 81, was born July 18, 1943 in Winston-Salem, NC to the parents of Doris Norwilla Kimbrough & Paul Lawrence Kimbrough.  He passed away on December 4, 2024 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.  Alford Kimbrough was a graduate of Anderson High School in Winston-Salem, NC. He was a moving specialist with Global Van Lines for...

Dec 4, 2024

Richard Thomas, also known as "Eagle Eye", departed his life December 4, 2024 at Atrium Health-Wake Forest Baptist.

Richard went to and graduated from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools.  He worked at Winston-Salem State University and the Winston Lake Golf Course. Richard enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.  He was also a member of the men's...

Dec 4, 2024

Mrs. Elizabeth Mclaurin Dendy serenely departed this earthly world on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. She was born to the late Henry and Pearline Mclaurin on January 2, 1950. She attended Carver Crest (l.  A. Cook) and Paisley Senior High School.

Mrs. Dendy grew up in Friendship Baptist Church in Winston- Salem, NC. She was employed by U....

Dec 1, 2024

Mr. David Len Paige was born on May 17, 1964 to Mrs. Doris Paige Foster and Mr. Wilbert Thompson.  He passed into eternal life on December 1, 2024.  David attended Parkland High School and graduated in 1982.  He then served in the United States Army for 13 years.  Following his military service, he worked for Snyder Trucking and Coastal...

Nov 29, 2024

Ms. Phyllis Morning, 77, passed away November 29, 2024.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at Phillips Chapel Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Chad Armstrong officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Gur Cemetery, Kernersville, NC. The family visitation will be held from 12:30pm until 1:00pm on Wednesday at the Church.

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...