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.

Robert Miller, Sr.

Robert Miller, Sr.

Nov 3, 2010

Robert Lee "Pig" or "Mr. Rob" Miller, Sr. 69 passed away on Wednesday, November 3, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born on March 3, 1941 to the late Clara Miller. He graduated from Atkins High School class of 1959. He retired from RJ Reynolds with 36 years of service. He was a loving and devoted father. Robert was...

Bobby Thomas

Bobby Thomas

Nov 2, 2010

Bobby "Sonny" Thomas was born to the late Henry H. Thomas and Melven O. Thomas on March 18, 1943. He passed away on November 2, 2010 in Jacksonville, FL. He was employed at Archer, RJR, Hanes, and the Florida Times Union of Jacksonville, FL. He leaves to cherish his memories three sons, Darryl Thomas of Fort Mill, SC, Bobby Thomas...

Lottie Lykes

Lottie Lykes

Nov 2, 2010

Mrs. Lottie Mae Lykes, 78 passed away Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie R. Lykes; mother, Roberta Windom; father, Lee Roy Hodges; and brother, Frank Byrd. Surviving are her sister, Sarah McConnell; three sons, Frank (Debra) Kinzer of Fayetteville, NC, Michael (Shirley) Kinzer of Kernersville, NC, and Samuel (Diane)...

Ervin Cain, Jr.

Ervin Cain, Jr.

Oct 30, 2010

Mr. Ervin Julius Cain, Jr., 91, was born on September 25, 1919 to Ervin and Elizabeth Chambers Cain in Bishopville, SC. He departed this life on October 30, 2010. As a child he joined St. Mark Baptist Church in Bishopville, SC. He moved to Winston-Salem, NC as a young adult. Ervin was the last living sibling of twelve children. Ervin,...

Lullie Brown

Lullie Brown

Oct 30, 2010

Lullie Mae "Mower" Beatty Brown was born February 16, 1914 in Newberry, South Carolina to Eva Caldwell Beatty and James Davis. Lullie Mae married Chambers Cleovus Brown and had eight children. In addition to working in the home, Lullie Mae worked on the tobacco line in Winston-Salem, NC and later at the North Carolina Baptist Home for approximately four years....

Jaxon L Jones

Jaxon L Jones

Oct 28, 2010

Baby Jaxon LeWayne Jones expired October 28, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Center. He is survived by his loving parents, Vida LeWayne Jones and Tiffany Purvis Jones of the home. A memorial service will be held at 1pm Thursday, November 4, 2010 at Greater St. Matthew Baptist Church, 149 Wheeler Street with Reverend Stephens officiating. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery....

Linda Attucks

Linda Attucks

Oct 28, 2010

Mrs. Linda A. Attucks, a native of Mt. Airy, NC, was born to the late Robert and Daisy Smith. She was called home October 28, 2010 after a lengthy illness. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church and the Spiritual Choir. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Eugene Attucks, Jr.; and sisters,...

Joseph Hines, Jr.

Joseph Hines, Jr.

Oct 23, 2010

Joseph Orlando Hines, Jr. better known as "June Tate" of 109 Worthdale Drive was born October 18, 1980. He completed God's works here on earth on October 23, 2010. "June" graduated from West Forsyth High School. He was an avid fan of the North Carolina Tar Heels and the Washington Redskins. He was a devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend....

Patricia Jeffries

Patricia Jeffries

Oct 20, 2010

Mrs. Patricia Jeffries was born on February 18, 1944 in Asheville, NC to William and Pearl Suber. She went home to be with the Lord on October 20, 2010 at The Oaks of Forsyth Rehabilitation Center. Mrs. Pat Jeffries was employed by the State Employment Security Commission and later Novant Health Services for many years. She was preceded in death...

Bonita Mcclean

Bonita Mcclean

Oct 19, 2010

Bonita Joan Green McLean, 50, died October 19, 2010. She was born September 29, 1960 to Franklin and Barbara Green in Ft. Monroe, Virginia. Mrs. McLean is survived by her husband of 16 years, Douglas McLean; daughter, Stephanie Kelly; sons, Vincent and Travis Kelly; other relatives and friends. Mrs. McLean was employed as a Benefits Administrator and Payroll Specialist for...

Elvenia Price Smith

Elvenia Price Smith

Oct 17, 2010

Elvenia Price Smith transitioned into the next life on October 17, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was the eldest daughter of Calvin Price and Orressor Tyson Price, both deceased. She was born in Winston-Salem, N.C. on April 18, 1936. Mrs. Smith was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Public School System; furthering her education at Winston-Salem State University in...

George Wall, Sr.

George Wall, Sr.

Oct 16, 2010

Mr. George W. Wall, Sr. was born July 2, 1938 and departed this life on October 16, 2010. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Friday, October 22, 2010 at First Baptist Church on Highland Avenue. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11am until 12noon on Friday at the Church.

Patrick T. Hairston, Sr.

Patrick T. Hairston, Sr.

Oct 15, 2010

Mr. Patrick Turner Hairston, Sr., was born on August 20, 1924 in Davie County, North Carolina to the late Peyton T. Hairston and Lorena Mason Hairston. Patrick departed this life on Friday, October 15, 2010 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. He was educated in the public school system of Winston-Salem, NC. Patrick enlisted in the United States Navy...

Catherine Shore

Catherine Shore

Oct 14, 2010

Catherine Spann Shore, 55 of Reynolds Forest Drive passed away Thursday, October 14, 2010 peacefully in her home. She was born September 28, 1955 in Forsyth County, NC to the late Herbert Lee Spann and Vermell Julius. Catherine was a graduate of North Forsyth High School and Winslam College. She was also a former employee of Tyco. Mrs. Shore worshiped...

Sheila Lester Kennedy

Sheila Lester Kennedy

Oct 14, 2010

Sheila Theresa Lester Kennedy passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2010 at WFU/Baptist Medical Center. She was born on June 24, 1953 in Biloxi, Mississippi to Waldo Collins Lester, Sr., and the late Marjorie Thurston Lester. In her youth she was afforded the opportunity to live in various places around the United States as well as in Itazuke, Japan through...

Tyrone Galloway, Sr.

Tyrone Galloway, Sr.

Oct 11, 2010

Tyrone Peter Galloway, Sr. passed peacefully from this life the morning of October 11, 2010 after a gradual decline in health. He was surrounded and supported by his loving family and caregivers during the last days of his life. Tyrone was born and resided in Winston-Salem, NC. Tyrone was a professional painter during his career. His favorite past time was...

Marion Oglesby

Marion Oglesby

Oct 11, 2010

Marion Oglesby was born October 31, 1955 and departed this life on October 11, 2010. She was a member of Exodus United Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her memories her daughter and granddaughter, LaTasha Oglesby and Jasmine Reynolds; three brothers; four sisters; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 12noon Saturday, October...

Zilla Brown

Zilla Brown

Oct 7, 2010

Ms. Zilla Brown died Thursday, October 7, 2010 at Huntersville Oaks Nursing Home in Huntersville, NC. She was born to the union of Stephen and Lula McGregor on October 10, 1910 in Thomasville, GA. She completed her elementary and high school education in the Thomasville Public Schools. Ms. Brown was united in matrimony to Rev. Robert L. Brown who was...

Marilyn Mcknight

Marilyn Mcknight

Oct 7, 2010

Mrs. Marilyn Pinkney McKnight, the daughter of Betty Summers Pinkney and the late Allen W. Pinkney, was born June 12, 1954 in Winston-Salem, NC. She departed this life after an extended illness on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Center. She resided with her sister, Chlories P. Shore of Pfafftown, NC. Mrs. McKnight received Christ as her personal savior...

Rosa Johnson

Rosa Johnson

Oct 6, 2010

"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away" (Rev. 21:4) "We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." (II Corinthians...

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