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.

Billy W Miller, Sr.

Billy W Miller, Sr.

Nov 16, 2011

Mr. Billy W. Miller, Sr., a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, departed this earthly life Wednesday, November 16th, 2011. He was born December 10, 1937 to the late Martha Smith Miller and Milas Miller. Mr. Miller was a native of Winston-Salem, NC and graduated from Carver High School. Mr. Miller was honorably discharged from the United States Army,...

Saysha Ray

Saysha Ray

Nov 16, 2011

Saysha Nachelle Ray ascended into the arms of her heavenly father on November 16, 2011. Saysha was born to her surviving father, Charles Forward and her mother Michelle (Christchon) Bradley on July 28, 1993. She attended The Special Children's School, as well as the Children's Center where she touched many lives with her chatty personality and her beautiful smile. She...

Rogers Rucker

Rogers Rucker

Nov 16, 2011

Mr. Rogers Rucker was born to the union of Sylvester Rucker and Kathleen Flood Rucker on July 22, 1934 in Commerce, GA. He departed this life on November 16, 2011. He was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System in his early years and finished his education in Banks County, GA. He was a retired employee of Pepsi Cola Bottling...

Barbara Clark

Barbara Clark

Nov 15, 2011

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course." 2 Timothy 4:7 On Tuesday evening, November 15, 2011the Lord saw fit to take the soul of our darling Barbara McGruder Clark, 67, out of our ranks from K.B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Mrs. Clark, of 2531 Pittsburg Ave. W-S, NC, was the First Lady of Payne's Chapel Baptist Church...

Charlie L Fair

Charlie L Fair

Nov 13, 2011

Mr. Charlie L. Fair, 87, a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend, departed his earthly life on Sunday, November 13, 2011, at home with his beloved family at his side. Mr. Fair was a native of Winston-Salem, NC. He graduated from 14th Street Elementary School and Atkins High School. He attended NC A&T State University and is an...

Odell Glenn

Odell Glenn

Nov 12, 2011

Mr. Odell Glenn, 62, was born in East Bend, NC on February 8, 1949 to Mayhue and Lonnia Glenn. He departed this life on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at the VA Medical Center in Salisbury, NC. He was a graduate of Forbush High School in East Bend, NC. He was a veteran of the US Army and a retired Winston-Salem...

Rebecca W Goodson

Rebecca W Goodson

Nov 8, 2011

Mrs. Rebecca Wingate Goodson was born in Darlington, SC on August 17, 1927 to Ceasar and Carrie Davis Wingate. She departed this earth on November 8, 2011 in Winston-Salem, NC. Mrs. Goodson was a lifelong member of Macedonia Worship Center, where she served on the Deaconess and Usher Boards and was a Mother of the Church. She was preceded in...

Gerald Caldwell

Gerald Caldwell

Nov 8, 2011

Mr. Gerald W. Caldwell was born in Winston-Salem, NC on November 1, 1951. His fight was fearless, but he succumbed to cancer and God took his hand on November 8, 2011. Gerald leaves behind his loving wife, Connie Bell Caldwell; daughter, Denesha Bell; beloved mother, Eddie Hall; one brother, Reginald Caldwell; five sisters, Carolyn (Larry) Gordon, Cynthia (Win) Caldwell Hodges,...

Juanita A Montgomery

Juanita A Montgomery

Nov 7, 2011

Mrs. Juanita Alsbrooks Montgomery, 87, departed this life on Monday, November 7, 2011. A native of Forsyth County, she was born June 4, 1924. She retired from Western Electric Company after 28 years of service. She was also a faithful, dedicated member of Dreamland Park Baptist Church. Juanita Montgomery was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vontana...

Richard Dixon

Richard Dixon

Nov 6, 2011

Mr. Richard Vance Dixon departed this life suddenly on November 6, 2011 Richard was born in W-S, NC on December 21, 1985. After graduating from Parkland High School in 2004 he enlisted in the Navy and was stationed in San Diego, CA. After leaving the navy, Richard worked several jobs. Richard loved spending time with his daughter…calling her the best...

Barbara Hines

Barbara Hines

Nov 6, 2011

Barbara Jean Hines was born in Winston-Salem, NC in the Reynolds Town Community. She departed this life on November 6, 2011. She was born to Elizabeth Jones Moss and Charlie Land, Barbara was a graduate of Atkins High School, McLeans's Business School, and Forsyth Technical School. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by three brothers,...

Beverly K Mccarthy

Beverly K Mccarthy

Nov 5, 2011

Beverly Kaye McCarthy, 53, passed away Friday, November 5, 2011. Beverly attended public schools in Winston-Salem and received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She received a Master's Degree from Gardner Webb University. Ms. McCarthy was a teacher at Parkland High School for nineteen years and the Assistant Principal at Grimsley High School...

Carnella Mccall Galloway

Carnella Mccall Galloway

Nov 4, 2011

Carnella McCall Galloway, fondly known as "Nella", was born on August 19, 1971 and quietly entered the gates of heaven on Friday, November 4, 2011. She was born in Winston-Salem, NC and was the youngest of three children born to Raymond and Peggy McCall. Carnella attended Mt. Tabor High School and was employed at Arbor Acers for nine years and...

Judith Lynn Kornegay

Judith Lynn Kornegay

Nov 2, 2011

Judith Lynn Kornegay was born on April 19, 1990 to Judge and Gwendolyn Kornegay. She brought great joy and happiness to her parents, older brother and the entire family. Judith was bright, brilliant, and as one of her Facebook friends said "she had a heart as big as God." She often put her friends before her own desires. Judith was...

John M. Berry

John M. Berry

Nov 1, 2011

Our Heavenly Father has called home our beloved, John M. Berry Jr., 43; our hearts are made sad but yet we rejoice in his homegoing. He made his transition on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at his residence. Born in Burke County on October 17, 1968, he was the son of the late Johnny and Buena Pauline Berry. He graduated from...

Mae Doris Creque

Mae Doris Creque

Nov 1, 2011

Mrs. Mae Doris Creque passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. She was born April 24, 1942 in Scotland County, NC. Mrs. Creque is survived by her husband; two children; and a host of family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Monday, November 7, 2011 at St. Peter's World Outreach Center, 3683 Old...

Charles Mcnair

Charles Mcnair

Oct 31, 2011

On October 31, 2011, God in His infinite wisdom and divine love released our beloved Charles Douglas McNair from all earthly limitations and granted him everlasting peace and serenity. Charles was born on July 16, 1953 to the late Waddell and Ethel McNair Sr. in Winston-Salem, NC. He completed his secondary education in Brooklyn, NY. In 1976 he received an...

Robin Ashford

Robin Ashford

Oct 29, 2011

Mrs. Robin Y. Ashford was born May 25, 1961 and passed away on October 29, 2011. She leaves behind a loving husband, Alvis S. Ashford; two stepdaughters, Tanisha and LaToya Ashford; mother, Barbara Anderson Lane; a brother, Rencel Jones; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Galilee...

Julius Davis

Julius Davis

Oct 28, 2011

Mr. Julius "JC" Davis died on Friday, October 28, 2011. He loved life and was a blessing to all who had the privilege of knowing him."JC" was very loved and will be missed by many. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Friday, November 4, 2011 at United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Salisbury National Cemetery, Salisbury,...

Carrie Pate

Carrie Pate

Oct 26, 2011

On Oct. 26, 2011, Carrie Elizabeth Acker Pate slipped into the arms of her savior to rest in eternity with her husband, Rev. Odell Bailey Pate; her parents, James and Carrie Acker; a son, Odell Bernard Pate; a daughter, Imetta Pate; and 2 sisters, Betty Jean Thrash and Annette Brown. Mrs. Pate, a professional cook, was born in Anderson, SC....

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