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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.

Betty Lou Parker

Betty Lou Parker

Aug 3, 2011

God has called another one of his angels home, Betty Lou Rhyne Parker passed away August 3, 2011. She will be missed by her loving children, Robin Lynn Mitchell and Bryan A. Parker; grandsons, Nigil A. and Denzel T. Mitchell, and Dimitric R. Massey; granddaughter, Farrah Parker; two great-granddaughters, Dstiney and Makylah Massey; one brother, James Riggins; sisters, Lucille Riggins...

Katherine Barr

Katherine Barr

Aug 2, 2011

Ms. Katherine Barr departed this life on August 2, 2011. She was born July 14, 1959, one of three children born to Dorothy Wilson and James Barr, and reared in Winston-Salem, NC. Katherine attended the public schools system and was employed by Tyson Food in Wilkesboro, NC. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Monday, August 8, 2011 at Galilee...

Vanessa Williams

Vanessa Williams

Aug 1, 2011

Vanessa Williams passed away on Monday, August 1, 2011 at Wake Forest Baptist Health after a long period of illness. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, James "Bud" Grinnell; and her grandmother, Vera Williams. She leaves to cherish her grandmother, Martha Grinnell of Sumter, SC; her father and mother, Willie & Ida Grinnell Williams; a loving daughter, Janise...

Franklin Dillington Lash

Franklin Dillington Lash

Jul 30, 2011

Mr. Franklin Dillington Lash was born September 30, 1935 and transitioned from this life to glory on Saturday, July 30, 2011 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. "Frank" was born in High Point, NC and attended Columbia Heights School in Winston-Salem, NC. He was a born again Christian who loved the Lord and was a member of United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist...

Angella Brown

Angella Brown

Jul 29, 2011

Angella Brown departed this life at 4:00 am July 29, 2011 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Facility. Angella was born on June 10, 1942 to Lewis and Rosa Lee Webster. Angella worked for the Department of Finance in NYC worked for 36 years and retired to Winston-Salem, NC to be with her grandchildren. Surviving are her son, Amory` Brown;...

Margaret Landon

Margaret Landon

Jul 23, 2011

Margaret Ellen Graham Landon February 28, 1922 – July 23, 2011. On Saturday, July 23, 2011, Margaret Ellen Landon peacefully transitioned. Margaret received her high school diploma from Atkins High School, and her college degree in 1956 from Winston-Salem State University. She also received a Master of Arts degree in education from NC A&T University in 1962. Margaret was a...

Jean Carter Clemmons

Jean Carter Clemmons

Jul 22, 2011

Mrs. Jean Hope Carter Clemmons was born January 23, 1940 to Alma Hairston and Frederick Carter in Martinsville, VA. She passed from Earth to Glory on July 22, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. Continuing to love her and keep her memory close are her daughters, Karen Clemmons Garner (Mitch) and Denise Clemmons Reynolds; and son, Maurice Antwaun...

Troy L Davis

Troy L Davis

Jul 21, 2011

Mr. Troy Lee Davis passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was a teacher and assistant principal at several schools in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County School System. He was the former Principal and retired from Oak Hill School in High Point, NC. Mr. Davis is survived by his wife, Mrs. Montana D. Davis of the...

John A Burts

John A Burts

Jul 20, 2011

Mr. John A. Burts departed this life on July 20, 2011 at his residence. He was born on October 25, 1939 to Mr. and Mrs. Mary Ann and Johnny Burts. He retired from RJ Reynolds. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Ethel; two brothers, Eugene and Robert; and one grandson, Nathan. He is survived by his...

Jerome T. Witherspoon, Jr.

Jerome T. Witherspoon, Jr.

Jul 18, 2011

Jerome Tyler Witherspoon, Jr., "Big Spoon", born December 6, 1963 went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 18, 2011. Jerome graduated from East Forsyth High School and attended Johnson C. Smith University. His passion was coaching Little League football and baseball. Jerome is survived by his daughter, Tyler Fulton; granddaughter, Miasia; parents, Jerome & Peggy Witherspoon Sr.;...

Larry Junior Bass

Larry Junior Bass

Jul 17, 2011

Mr. Larry Junior Bass of Winston-Salem, NC went home to be with the Lord on July 17, 2011 at Wake Forest Baptist Health, following a brief period of illness. Larry was born to Tom Edward Bass and Elizabeth Hicks Bass in Granville Co., NC December 20, 1952. Larry received his education in the Granville County school system. Larry served in...

Trayvon Mcdaniel

Trayvon Mcdaniel

Jul 17, 2011

"To be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord!" 2 Corinthians 5:8 Trayvon Donell McDaniel, known to his friends as "Tre Love", ascended to his heavenly father on July 17, 2011. Trayvon was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on September 4, 1988 to Craig Malcolm (Linda) and Tonya Denise McDaniel. Trayvon attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School...

Josephine Smith O'Neal

Josephine Smith O'Neal

Jul 15, 2011

Mother Josephine Smith O'Neal of 320 Torey Pines Court, formerly of Darlington County, SC departed this life July 15, 2011 following an illness of several months. She was born June 15, 1915 to the late Lottie Richardson Smith and Albert Smith. She was loyal house wife and loving mother and grandmother to her family. Mother O'Neal was a dedicated member...

Lenwood Golden

Lenwood Golden

Jul 14, 2011

Mr. Lenwood O. Golden, Sr. was born January 17, 1942 to Jacob and Oberia Golden of Rural Hall, NC. He departed this earthly life on Thursday, July 14, 2011 following a brief illness. He was a member of Stewards Chapel AME Zion Church. He also attended St. James United Methodist Church both located in Rural Hall, NC. He loved hunting...

John Henry Robinson

John Henry Robinson

Jul 13, 2011

Mr. John Henry Robinson was born May 29, 1936 to the late Mary Lou Parks-Bruce and Carl G. Robinson in Winston-Salem, NC. He departed his earthly life on Wednesday, July 13, 2011. At an early age, John moved to New York where he was educated in the public school system. Upon high school graduation, John enlisted in the US Marine...

Hattie Fuller

Hattie Fuller

Jul 12, 2011

Hattie Ruth Fuller born in Rock Hill, SC and moved to Winston-Salem, NC at an early age, departed this life on Tuesday, July 12, 2011. She was educated in the local public schools and retired from the former Knollwood Hall Nursing Home. She was a member of St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her memories two daughters,...

Samuel E Kearse, Sr.

Samuel E Kearse, Sr.

Jul 12, 2011

Samuel E. Kearse, Sr. was born on December 18, 1926 and quietly entered the gates of heaven on July 12, 2011. He was born in Rockingham, NC to David Hammond Kearse, Sr. and Isadora O. Kearse. "Sam" attended Atkins High School and proudly served in the US Army. He retired from US Repeating Arms in New Haven, CT after serving...

Luther Fair, Sr.

Luther Fair, Sr.

Jul 11, 2011

Mr. Luther Alexander Fair, Sr. was a native of Winston-Salem, NC. He was born March 27, 1940. Mr. Fair departed this life on Monday, July 11, 2011. Mr. Luther Alexander Fair, Sr. was born to the late Waddell, Sr. and Evelina Brown-Fair. He was a graduate of Atkins High School in 1958. He worked briefly for RJR Tobacco Co. and...

Teresa Williams

Teresa Williams

Jul 9, 2011

Teresa Y. Williams, 54, a loving sister and aunt, died Saturday, July 9, 2011 with her family present during her journey to be with the Lord. She was born on March 19, 1957 in Florence County, SC to Samuel Ashton and Angeline Williams. Teresa was affectionately known as "Bonnie" or "Tee". Teresa was a graduate of Reynolds High School and...

Cedric Mccullough, Jr.

Cedric Mccullough, Jr.

Jul 7, 2011

"He shall enter into peace: they shall rest in their beds, each one walking in his uprightness" Isaiah 57:2 Mr. Cedric Kinard McCullough, Jr., known to friends as "Ceddy Bear", went home to be with the Lord and join his mother for everlasting life on July 7, 2011 at Duke University Medical Center in Durham County, NC. Cedric was born...

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