Bernard Moore Matthews
Mar 10, 2011
Mr. Bernard H. Matthews, also known as, "Bernard Moore, Moe, or Cool Breeze" departed this life Thursday, March 10, 2011 after a brief illness. Bernard was born August 19, 1945 to the late Connell Moore and Eula Mae Moore Matthews. He is survived by his wife, Belinda Matthews; six daughters; two sons; two sisters; a brother; other relatives and friends....
Russell Wilson
Mar 9, 2011
Mr. Russell L. Wilson, 55, of Winston-Salem departed his life on March 9, 2011. He was employed with the WSFC Schools. He was born to Mr. Rush & Mrs. Queenie Wilson. He was preceded in death by one sister and brother. He is survived by his wife Marlene Wilson; two sisters, Brenda (Leon) Smith and Junnie Wilson; two brothers, Wristen...
Edith Cox
Mar 8, 2011
Edith Alberta Thomas Cox departed this life on March 8, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. Edith was born on December 29, 1934 and she was faithfully married to Hector Cox, Jr. for 45 years. Edith graduated from Carver High School and retired from RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company where she was a dedicated employee. Edith was preceded in death by her...
Mary Alford
Mar 7, 2011
Mrs. Mary Virginia Alford was one of 13 children and she was born on June 12, 1936 to the late Edward and Nellie Young. Mary was married to the late Johnny Alford and everyone called her "Aunt Sissy". Aunt Sissy was a life-long resident of the city of Winston-Salem, she attended Carver High School and she retired from the Piedmont...
Horace Little
Mar 6, 2011
Mr. Horace Myers Little "Slim" was born March 26, 1953 to the late Mr. and Mrs. William and Nan Little, Sr. He entered into the Father's arms March 6, 2011. He was a graduate of RJ Reynolds High School in Winston-Salem NC and was a remarkable athlete. He was employed by the W-S Housing Authority as a professional painter and...
Evelyn Roberts
Mar 5, 2011
Mrs. Evelyn Benson Roberts departed this life to be with her heavenly Father on Saturday, March 5, 2011. Mrs. Roberts born July 12, 1918 to Ms. Mittie Benson Martin, was one of twelve children. A stepfather Wiley Penn Martin was influential in her life. She attended the local schools including Atkins High School. She entered the workforce early working for...
Nora Henderson
Mar 5, 2011
Nora Henderson, 83, passed away on March 5, 2011 at the Oaks of Forsyth. She was born June 1, 1927 in Forsyth County to the late Alton and Mattie Henderson. She is survived by a daughter, Sandra H. Lomax (James); two sons, Harry L. Henderson (Carolyn) and Howard L. Henderson all of Winston-Salem, NC; other relatives and friends. Funeral services...
Coleman Jeter
Mar 4, 2011
Mr. Coleman Palmer Jeter, 89, of 3012 Bon Air Avenue passed on Thursday, March 4, 2011 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 21, 1921 in Forsyth County to Foster and Mamie Jeter. He was a veteran of the US Army and once returning home, he was self-employed. Mr. Jeter was...
Bryahn D. Faison, Sr.
Feb 26, 2011
Bryahn David Faison, Sr. was born the second of four children of John William Faison and Dolores Faison on December 21, 1953 in Philadelphia , Pennsylvania . He attended St. Thomas Moore and Overbrook High Schools . Bryahn was an avid sports fan and was affectionately known as "SI" (sports illustrated) by his friends. He had a tremendous love of...
Edith Smith
Feb 24, 2011
Edith Ann Cobb Smith, 73 passed away Thursday, February 24, 2011. She was a graduate of Carver High School. She is survived by her two children, Varronica Smith and David L. (Virgil) Morgan, IV; eight grandchildren; a host of cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. Interment...
Catherine Kirkland
Feb 24, 2011
On February 24, 2011 an angel was called home. Mrs. Catherine Williams Kirkland departed this life after an extended illness at Forsyth Medical Center. Throughout her illness, she remained faithful and kept her focus on the Lord as she fought a courageous battle. She was born November 27, 1946, in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Elizabeth Williams and James Davis;...
Olivia Hairston
Feb 24, 2011
Mrs. Olivia Fulp Hairston, 83, passed away February 24, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born November 13, 1927 to Cyrus Orren Fulp and Amanda Murray Fulp. Olivia was a graduate of Atkins High School. She married William Frederick Hairston on December 19, 1959. She attended Winston-Salem Teacher's College (WSSU) and Russell's Commercial School. She was employed at Winston-Salem...
Thelma G. Grant
Feb 20, 2011
Mrs. Thelma G. Grant was born October 23, 1936 and went home to be with her Lord on February 20, 2011. Once a South Carolina native, she moved to North Carolina and started a family of her own. She resided at 2508 #6 Ladera Crest Lane Winston-Salem, NC but due to her battle with illness she was sent to the...
Faustina Lee Holman
Feb 18, 2011
Dr. Faustina Lee Holman was called home Friday, February 18, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. Dr. Holman was born October 7, 1934 to the late Alvis Thomas and Willie Mae Holman. She graduated from Atkins High School. Dr. Holman received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from Winston-Salem Teachers College. She continued her educational pursuits by earning a Master...
Mamie White
Feb 18, 2011
Mrs. Mamie White, 97 died February 18, 2011 at her home in Winston Salem, NC. Born August 11, 1913 in Winston Salem, NC, she was the daughter of the late Will and Creola Barber. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great, great grandmother, she leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Imogene Joyner; four grandchildren, Ray Joyner, Judy...
Reginald Shell
Feb 18, 2011
Mr. Reginald Shell, 47 passed away Friday, February 18, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. Better known to family and friends as "Reggie" he was born to Roberta S. Myers and the late Rossie Shell. Funeral services will be held at 6pm Thursday, February 24, 2011 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Ann Dalton officiating. The family visitation will...
William Tillman, Jr.
Feb 12, 2011
William James Tillman Jr. was born November 24, 1939 in Winston Salem, NC to the late Mr. & Mrs. William and Julia Perrin Tillman Sr. He departed this life on February 12, 2011 after courageously battling cancer without complaint. William was known as "Bro" by all who knew and loved him. William was a Private First Class soldier who fought...
Valerie Morgan
Feb 12, 2011
Valerie Lovette McHam Morgan was born May 9, 1955 to Deacon James McCullough Jr. and Deaconess Levonia McHam McCullough. Valerie Morgan was called home on February 12, 2011 at WFU/ Baptist Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Frank McHam; maternal grandmother, Lucille McHam; her father, Deacon James McCullough Jr.; her uncle, Franklin McHam; and her...
Cedric Duncan
Feb 11, 2011
Mr. Cedric Lydell Duncan, 50, of 837 Ferrell Ave. answered the Master's call on February 11, 2011. He was born April 5, 1960 to George and Emma Smith in Wadesboro, NC. He served our country in the US Army in 1977. He leaves behind a beloved wife, Vanessa Duncan "Ladybug;" a son, Kewon Williams; 2 daughters, Yashica Duncan and Cedricka...
Alfonza Thompson
Feb 10, 2011
Alfonza Leon Thompson, known as "Al or Red" passed away on Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center after a brief illness. He was born October 29, 1946 to the late Evelyn Thompson and James and Fannie Porter. He was employed by the City of Winston-Salem in the Transportation Department and was a member of St. Peter's World Outreach...