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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.

William D Carr

William D Carr

Apr 27, 2011

Mr. William Daniel Carr, 80 of Salisbury, NC passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at the WG Hefner VA Medical Center after months of declining health. He was born August 9, 1930 to John Robert and Maggie Carr. He attended school in Duplin County and joined the military after high school. He was preceded in death by his parents; a...

Farnsworth Hester, Sr.

Farnsworth Hester, Sr.

Apr 22, 2011

Mr. Farnsworth Hester, Sr., 73, passed away on April 22, 2011 in High Point, NC. He was born January 23, 1938 in Winston-Salem, NC. He was a graduate of Atkins High School and also served in the Air Force. He resided in Washington, DC from 1959-2010. He is survived by his brother, Reginald DuBose; daughter, Miriam Hester; grandson, Fareed Hester;...

Lucretia Witherspoon Mcneely

Lucretia Witherspoon Mcneely

Apr 21, 2011

Lucretia "Trish Ann" Witherspoon McNeely 60, passed away Thursday, April, 21, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born January 29, 1951 in Winston Salem, NC to Robert Lee and Parrie Lee Witherspoon. She was married to Charles Lee "Chuck" McNeely for 43 years. Trish Ann was educated in the Forsyth County School System and graduated from Atkins Sr. High...

William Crank, Jr.

William Crank, Jr.

Apr 21, 2011

Mr. William Henry Crank, Jr. of Crescent Road, W-S, NC passed away peacefully on Friday, April 22, 2011 at Forsyth Medical Center, following a brief illness. Mr. Crank was born November 12, 1944 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late William Henry Crank, Sr. and Aaron Malinda Crank. He attended the local public schools and was a 1964 graduate of Atkins...

Grace Penn

Grace Penn

Apr 13, 2011

Grace Pierre Bowling Penn was born on March 9th 1910 in Norfolk, Virginia to Reverend Richard Hausber Bowling and Grace Melton Bowling. She departed this earthly life on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina surrounded by her family. Grace recently celebrated her 101st birthday with her family and friends in Clemmons...

Lc Smith

Lc Smith

Apr 12, 2011

Mr. L.C. Smith, 62, was born in Guilford County, NC to the late Banks Smith and Irene S. Shelf. He passed away April 12, 2011. He was educated at Carver High School and was employed by the Town of Kernersville, NC for 40 years. He was blessed to be married to Imogene T. Smith for 40 years. He is survived...

John Edward Martin, Sr.

John Edward Martin, Sr.

Apr 12, 2011

"To everything there is a season, a time to be born and a time to die." Mr. John Edward Martin, Sr., 65 of 2932 Lomond Street passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2011. He was born January 23, 1946 in Forsyth County, NC to Emma Bernice Ortiz and John Berry Martin. He retired March 1, 2011 after 32 years of...

Elisha Moses, Jr.

Elisha Moses, Jr.

Apr 11, 2011

Mr. Elisha Moses, Jr., affectionately known as "Moe", was visited by the Angel of Death and has taken from our midst a father, brother, and friend. Born on October 20, 1939 in Bishopville, NC he was the son of the late Mr. Elisha Moses, Sr. and Mamie Marie Johnson. He was joined in holy matrimony with Evelyn Moses. Mr. Elisha...

Howard Mebane, Sr.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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...

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