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.
Howard Mebane, Sr.
Apr 11, 2011
Howard Magager Mebane, Sr. was born on July 31, 1948 in Alamance County and passed on April 11, 2011 in Winston-Salem, NC. Mr. Mebane graduated from high school in Alamance County and went on to Winston-Salem State University, where he received his bachelor's degree. He also received a Master's degree from UNC-Asheville and a Master nuclear electrician certification from the...
Reginald Moore
Apr 10, 2011
Mr. Reginald L. Moore of 3424 Country Club Road passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2011 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. Reginald was a 1970 graduate of Atkins High School. He was employed by the United States Postal Service for 33 years up until his retirement in 2003. He was also a veteran of the United States Army. He was...
Ovelia Brown
Apr 9, 2011
Ovelia Brown departed this life on Saturday, April 9, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born December 23, 1923 in Florence County, SC. She was educated in the public schools of Florence County. She was a resident of Winston-Salem, NC for more than 50 years. She was preceded in death by her brother, John Brown,...
Robert Lampkins
Apr 7, 2011
Mr. Robert Jerome Lampkins, 58 of 2205 24th Street, known to his many friends as "Pig" passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2011. He was a native of Winston-Salem, NC and had lived in the city all of his life. He visited Pleasant Union Church. He was educated in the local public schools and was employed by Triad Publisher. He...
Bertha Davis
Apr 6, 2011
Mrs. Bertha A. Davis, 90 passed away April 6, 2011. She resided in Winston-Salem, NC for over 70 years and was a member of Mars Hill Baptist Church where she served in the Missionary Circle. Mrs. Davis was a retiree of Salem College, a former member of the Happy Hill Garden Senior Citizens Club, and enjoyed ceramics, macramé, sewing, and...
Bernard Ginyard
Apr 5, 2011
Mr. Bernard Charles Ginyard passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center after a period of illness. He was born in Orangeburg, South Carolina on September 17, 1956. Mr. Ginyard was a graduate of North Forsyth High School and a former employee of Marriott. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Lorraine Robinson; and his...
Lester Cole
Apr 4, 2011
Lester Sylvester Cole born June 22, 1939 departed this life on April 4, 2011. He retired from the W-S/FC School System after 30 years of service and was a member of Holy Trinity FGB Church along side of his wife. As a devoted husband, father, & grandfather he earned the utmost respect from his family. He leaves to cherish his...
William Beaty
Mar 30, 2011
Mr. William Beaty, 95, died on March 30, 2011. He was born May 17, 1915. He spent many years in Maryland and Georgia before returning to Winston-Salem. He was first married to Dora Jones Patton who preceded him in death. From that union he is survived by two daughters, Thelma Reed and Janice Springs; five sons, William, John, Alexander, James,...
Alleyne Lindsay
Mar 29, 2011
On Tuesday, March 29, 2011 the Lord came down and picked up another angel from the family. Alleyne Benton Sadler Lindsay was born February 18, 1935 to the late Reverend Bright Field Benton and Magnolia G. Benton. She married Jeremia A. Sadler and from this union two children were born. After his death she married Ernest Lindsay, Sr. In addition...
Kimberly Kirkland Smith
Mar 29, 2011
After a lengthy illness, Kimberly Sue Kirkland Smith transitioned from her earthly journey to her eternal life on Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at Select Specialty Hospital. Kim was born August 11, 1953 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Robert and Mildred Joyner Kirkland. A graduate of Atkins High School, she was a loyal employee of HanesBrands, Inc. for 28 years....
Albert Samuel, Jr.
Mar 27, 2011
Mr. Albert Bradley Samuel, Jr., 54, a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 27, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born September 8, 1956 to Josephine Garris Samuel and Albert Bradley Samuel, Sr. He was a graduate of east Forsyth High School and attended Forsyth Technical Community College. Albert was employed at...
Sarah Crockett
Mar 25, 2011
God looked around His garden and found an empty space. He then looked down upon the earth and saw her gentle face. He put His arms around her and lifted her to rest; God's garden must be beautiful now, for He only takes the best. Mother Sarah Odell Crockett, daughter of the late Mr. Wheeler Wilson and Daisy Mitchell Odell...
Jeter Floyd
Mar 25, 2011
Mr. Jeter Alfred Floyd was born January 14, 1937 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Ores and Irene Floyd. He unexpectedly transitioned to eternal rest on March 25, 2011 at his home. He was a graduate of Atkins High School and was employed for 32 years at RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company. During and even after employment at Reynolds, Jeter was...
Patricia Johnson
Mar 17, 2011
Patricia Ann Brunson Johnson of 1831 Maryland Ave. passed on March 17, 2011 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born September 21, 1953 in Darlington, SC to Sarah Tyson Brunson and Willie James Brunson. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Johnican Ricky Brunson and Grady Willie Brunson. She leaves to cherish her...
Edward Duren, Sr.
Mar 15, 2011
Mr. Edward L. Duren, Sr. of 3740 Spaulding Drive, Winston-Salem, NC transitioned from labor to reward on March 15, 2011. He was a faithful member of Hanes Memorial CME church for 68 years. He is the widower of Reverend Emma T. Duren. He was a retired employee of RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company. He leaves to cherish fond memories one son,...
Amos Hickman
Mar 14, 2011
Mr. Amos Ed Hickman, son of the late Nomie and Essie Hickman, was born in Stokes County on June 28, 1931. He departed this life Monday, March 14, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. Amos lived in Winston-Salem for 79 years. He was a member of Morning Star Baptist Church serving on the Deacon Board. Amos was a retired military veteran...
Bertha Rousseau
Mar 13, 2011
Mrs. Bertha Inez Rousseau departed this life on March 13, 2011, after a brief illness. Mrs. Rousseau was born to Bertha S. & Oscar Ramseur on June 19, 1929 in Iredell County and resided in Winston-Salem, NC for the majority of her life. Bertha attended Iredell County Schools. She was a hardworking woman that enjoyed life with her family. Mrs....
Willis Thomas
Mar 12, 2011
Mr. Willis J. Thomas passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2011. He was born March 17, 1932 in Yadkin County to the late Jean and Cora Thomas. He retired from the City of Winston-Salem. He was a longstanding member and Elder of Dellabrook Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Adline Thomas; two daughters, Vanessa...
Ronald L. Wilson
Mar 11, 2011
Mr. Ronald L. Wilson, 54 departed this life on Friday, March 11, 2011. He was a graduate of Parkland High School. He is survived by his loving mother, Rosa L. Wilson; loving twin brother, Donald L. Wilson (Sue); son, Jonathan Jarrett; step-son, Andrew Jarrett; step-daughter, Michelle Dobson; devoted friend, Ruth Caldwell; aunt, uncle, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. Funeral services...
Steven Lee
Mar 10, 2011
Mr. Steven Alie Lee was born on September 26, 1956 at Harlem Hospital, New York, NY. Steven entered into eternal rest on March 10, 2011 at his home. Steven was employed by Sara Lee (Hanes Brands Inc.) until he became disabled. Steven is survived by his parents Alie Y. Lee and Viola Lee; daughter, Stephanie of the home; brother, Michael...
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