obituaries

Jan 24, 2026

Harrison Eugene Lash, affectionately known as "Gene," was born on October 24, 1935, to the late Oliver Eugene Lash and Mable Golden Lash. He peacefully departed this life on January 24, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, surrounded by the love of his nieces and nephews.

Gene was educated in the Stokes County School system. As...

Jan 23, 2026

Barbara Ann Delois Greenwood Glenn, 83, formerly of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 23, 2026. She transitioned at her home in Little Elm Texas, with her family by her side, following a lengthy illness and hospice care.

Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Glenn; her parents, Pearline and Louis Porter,...

Jan 17, 2026

Evelyn Terese Hairston was born on April 28, 1965 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to the late Arthur W. Hairston and Genel P. Hairston. She attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County public schools and graduated from Parkland High School.

Evelyn continued her education at Guilford Community College, where she earned her license as a cosmetologist. With a passion for beauty...

Jan 16, 2026

John Tyler Harris, IV was born to Linda Diane and John Tyler Harris, III on May 5, 1983, and transitioned to be with the Lord on January 16, 2026.

He attended and graduated from Glenn High School in Winston-Salem, NC. He also graduated from Forsyth Technical Community College with a major in computer repairs. John was a...

Jan 13, 2026

Christine Mabry was born May 6, 1936 in Maxton, NC. She passed away January 13, 2026. She received her formal education at the local Winston-Salem/ Forsyth County Schools. She was employed at RJ Reynolds

Tobacco Company for 17 years. Christine was married to Charles Mabry for 40 years.

She was preceded in death by her...

Jan 12, 2026

Willaseaina M. Shore, lovingly known as "Sena," daughter of the late James McCoy and Jerusha Spriggs, peacefully entered eternal rest on Monday, January 12, 2026, surrounded by her devoted family. She was preceded in death by her stepson, Desie Scales.

Sena was a faithful member of United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, where she was a devoted member...

Jan 10, 2026

Willie Lee Pledger, Sr., affectionately known as "Buddy," was born on October 24, 1947, in Plymouth, North Carolina, to the late Willie Britton and Rodena Hassell. He peacefully transitioned from this life on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Novant Medical Hospital ICU, surrounded by family, friends, and loved ones.

Willie graduated from Forsyth Technical College in 1984....

Jan 10, 2026

Barbara Dawn Orrell sailed off with Jesus on her 67th birthday, living from January 10, 1959 to January 10, 2026.

She is survived by her twin brother, Tim Orrell, her only child, April Dawn Jones, her four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Although she was born, raised and died in Winston Salem, North Carolina, she lived many places...

Jan 4, 2026

Donald Mathews, a man of quiet strength and a beloved pillar of his family, passed away on January 4, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on February 13, 1938, to Helen L. Matthews and James R. Lewis, Donald's roots were deep in Winston-Salem. He was raised with love and devotion by his great aunt, Mary Love, and his...

Jan 3, 2026

Lydia Estelle Brooks Cross, affectionately known as "Pookie" was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She attended Paisley High School, Class of 1965. She began her career with the Bahnson Company and later retired from Winston-Salem State University.

A true natural-born comedian, she had an extraordinary gift for bringing laughter into any room. Pookie loved people deeply and...

Jan 1, 2026

LaJuanda Corinne Ellis was born on May 26, 1983 in Columbia, South Carolina to Ella Corinne Calvert and Juan Rodriguez Ellis, who raised her with love, strength, and unwavering support. From a young age, she displayed a vibrant spirit, a kind heart, and a natural ability to bring joy to those around her.

Whether it was her...

Dec 31, 2025

Sheila Brown Sparks or "Scotty" as she was affectionately known, began life on April 16, 1955. She was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Mr. William Brown and Mrs. Jane Ester Hailstock Brown.

After a long period of illness, God sent his angels to bring her to her Heavenly home, where there is no more pain and...

Dec 28, 2025

Doris Carter Williams was born February 4, 1933 to Robert and Minnie Carter. She passed away Sunday, December 28, 2025 at the residence of her daughter, Denise Campbell, surrounded by family, friends, and loved ones.

Doris was a graduate of Atkins High School-Class of 52. She later attended LaMae Beauty College and Rutledge Business School.  She retired...

Dec 28, 2025

Kevin Denard Williams was born on January 25, 1999 and was a loving son and father raised in Winston Salem, NC whose life was cut short on December 28, 2025.

He attended school in Winston Salem, graduated from West Forsyth High School, worked for James E. Harris Construction Company and Hayward Pool Services.

Kevin was...

Dec 22, 2025

Mr. Charles Ellington Brown, 88, passed away December 22, 2025.

Graveside services will be held at 2:30pm Thursday, January 8, 2026 in Salisbury National Cemetery.

Dec 19, 2025

Mamie "Minnie Lee" McCormick, daughter of Camilla Wade Carter and Robert Collins was born April 14, 1927, in York County, SC and she was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Bermuda Commons Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Advance, NC.

In addition to her parents, Mamie was preceded in death by...

Dec 18, 2025

Esther Mae Hood was born November 3, 1932 to Otis and Estelle Little in Wadesboro, NC. She departed this life peacefully on December 18, 2025 at Trinity Elms Health and Rehabilitation.

She was a devoted member of Emmanuel Baptist Church where she served on the Mass Choir, Spiritual Choir, EBC Choral Choir, and was involved in numerous...

Dec 13, 2025

Flonnie Nora Thomas Anderson was born to the late Henry and Janie Thomas and was the oldest of four siblings. A gifted student, she graduated from Atkins High School at the remarkable age of 15.

On December 24, 1949, Flonnie married the love of her life, Albert "Rudy" Anderson, Sr., in the first wedding ever held at...

Dec 13, 2025

Mr. Eugene Gray "Perk", 77, was born January 24, 1948 to Alease Gray and raised by his step-father, John Gray, Sr. He departed this life Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Davie Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

He was a native of  Winston-Salem Forsyth County. He attended the local public schools and was a graduate of Carver High School....

Dec 10, 2025

Trony L Martin was born October 28, 1970 in Winston-Salem, NC.  He passed away December 10, 2025 in Dublin, GA.

Trony was a 1989 graduate of R.J. Reynolds High School.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Tracy Martin; brother, Freddie Martin; and his nephew, Jevon Caldwell.

Left to cherish his memories...