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.

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...

Anna Belle Cockerham

Anna Belle Cockerham

Jul 5, 2011

Ms. Anna Belle Cockerham, 88, of Pressman Drive, formerly of Granville Place, passed on July 5, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born January 30, 1923 to James and Deanna Cockerham in Forsyth County, NC. Anna attended Atkins High School and afterwards she moved to Brooklyn, NY where she worked and lived for 42 years. She returned to Winston-Salem...

Gloria Crawford

Gloria Crawford

Jul 5, 2011

Gloria Yvette Crawford was born April 25, 1945 in Winston Salem, NC to Rev William R. and Gwendolyn Scales Crawford. She departed this life on Tuesday, July 5, 2011 after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Sharon Eileen Crawford. Gloria attended the local public schools, Skyland Elementary School, Atkins High School (class...

Gloria Alston

Gloria Alston

Jul 5, 2011

Gloria LaVerne Alston, 55, passed away on July 5, 2011 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Ms. Alston was born on September 22, 1955 in Winston-Salem, NC to Eldridge D. Alston and Maggie Irene Hairston Alston. She graduated from North Forsyth High School in 1973 and attended Winston-Salem State University. Gloria was a reservation sales representative for Piedmont Airlines and...

Mayneal Davis

Mayneal Davis

Jul 4, 2011

Mrs. Mayneal Manning Davis, 77 of 3947 Waddill Street was born October 29, 1934 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Neal Manning and Mayola Covington Manning. She departed this life on Monday, July 4, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. Mrs. Mayneal Manning Davis was a life-long member of St. John CME Church. She attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and retired...

Bruce Maddox

Bruce Maddox

Jul 4, 2011

Bruce Edward Maddox was born September 15, 1966 in Shelby, NC. He is the son of Mary Padgett Friday (Michael) and the late Edward Ray Mauney. He transitioned peacefully on Monday, July 4, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. On June 23, 2011, Bruce celebrated 21 years of marriage to Jacqueline Simmons-Maddox and was the father of two beautiful children, Bianca...

Ruffin Nichols Noisette

Ruffin Nichols Noisette

Jul 3, 2011

Reverend Ruffin Nichols Noisette, of Clemmons, NC, entered into eternal life on Sunday, July 3, 2011. Rev. Noisette was born in Summerville, SC on March 20, 1923, to the late Joseph Edward Noisette, Sr. and Louise Nichols Noisette. Rev. Noisette served the Lord in many capacities. He was the Assistant Dean of the University Chapel at Fisk University and a...

Mary Malzina Hairston

Mary Malzina Hairston

Jul 3, 2011

Mrs. Mary Malzina Scales Hairston, 75, of 3774 Watkins Street Walkertown, NC went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 3, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. She was born in Stokes County on April 29, 1936 to Lee Ambus and Beulah Hauser Scales. She attended the local schools and graduated from Carver High School. She...

Loretta Howie

Loretta Howie

Jul 2, 2011

Ms. Loretta Walker Howie heard the voice of Jesus say "Come unto me and rest" on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. Loretta was born on July 26, 1939 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Fred and Julia Walker. She attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County public schools and was a member of Mars Hills Baptist Church....

Melvin Chaplin, Sr.

Melvin Chaplin, Sr.

Jun 29, 2011

Melvin Chaplin, Sr. of 1624 Rockford Street, a native of Mocksville, NC, son of the late Robert and Catherine Mason Chaplin, passed away June 29, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. He retired from WSSU after 37 years of employment and was a member of Campbell City Elks Lounge. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Melvin Chaplin,...

Juanita Harris

Juanita Harris

Jun 20, 2011

Juanita H. Harris departed this earthly life on June 20, 2011. Funeral services will be held at 12:30pm Thursday, June 23, 2011 at Bethlehem Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 12noon until 12:30pm on Thursday at the Church.

Cedric Hooper

Cedric Hooper

Jun 20, 2011

Cedric Osmund Hooper completed his earthly assignment on Monday, June 20, 2011. He was born on October 6, 1967 in Mooresville, NC to the late Floyd Adams and the late Mildred Hooper. After graduating from Mooresville High School, he attended Winston-Salem State University and most recently graduated in May with BS in Business. Cedric was a die-hard Dallas Cowboy Fan,...

Wilbert Brewton

Wilbert Brewton

Jun 18, 2011

Wilbert Brewton was born September 9, 1919 in Hazlehurst, Georgia to the late Estella and Kellie Brewton. After a long illness he departed this life June 18, 2011 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Wilbert was affectionately known as "Brewton" to family and friends. He owned the 966 Club in Newark, NJ and lived in Springfield, NJ until 1990...

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