obituaries

Sep 6, 2024

Tramona Sharice Edwards of Winston Salem, transitioned from earth to our heavenly Father September 6, 2024, at Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation following a period of illness due injuries sustained from a car accident. She was born on October 31, 1992, to Mr. Cedric Edwards and Ms. Mona Oakes in Winston Salem, NC.

Tramona was...

Sep 5, 2024

A famous writer once said, "We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give".

If that is true, then Melvin Decosta Plummer had a great life. He was the most giving person I've ever known. And judging from the nodding heads I see in front of me, it seems that...

Aug 31, 2024

Helene Felicia King was born in Alexandria, VA to the late John and Olivia Snyder on May 13, 1937.

Helene graduated from Parker-Gray High School. She met the love of her life Bernard King and married him on September 6, 1957. From this beautiful union their daughter LaFaye was born.

In her late adulthood, she...

Aug 30, 2024

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not  to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing." 2 Timothy 4:7-8

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Aug 28, 2024

Wilhelmina B. Long, 97, born to William Bell and Ollie Hart Bell, December 17, 1926, in Orangeburg, South Carolina, was the youngest of eleven siblings.  Wilhelmina passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 28, 2024.

At the age of five, Wilhelmina and her mother relocated to Winston-Salem, North Carolina where she later fell in love, discovered her calling as...

Aug 28, 2024

Dwayne Leander Hughes was born on October 28, 1960, in Winston Salem, NC and was called home to glory on Wednesday August 28, 2024.

In his early adult years, he was a seaman in the United States Navy. Following his retirement from the US Navy, he was employed by the City of Winston Salem, S.M.O, and Winston...

Aug 27, 2024

Shenita Jordan Cobbins passed away August 27, 2024 at the age of 57 in Pfafftown, North Carolina. She was born on January 30, 1967 in Cleveland, Ohio and was the daughter of the late Robert Lee Jordan, Sr. and Mary "Thompson" Jordan.

Mrs....

Aug 25, 2024

Mrs. Queen Elizabeth McCummings, 75, of passed away August 25, 2024 at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Friday, September 6, 2024 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.  Interment will follow in Gardens of Memory, Walkertown, NC. The family visitation will be held from 12:30pm until 1:00pm on Friday at the Chapel.

Aug 21, 2024

Dr. Shawn Raynard Alexander, a much-cherished individual known for his kind, humorous and loving personality, left us on August 21, 2024. Born on March 24, 1968, Shawn lived a life filled with an extraordinary passion of caring and service towards others.

Shawn is survived by his parents, Dr. Betty and Mr. Reginald Alexander; his brother, Joseph Alexander...

Aug 20, 2024

Oscar Charles Pilson Sr., born in Henry County, Virginia, was the son of Reverend Alfred Pilson and Olivia Johnson Pilson. He was married to Eleanor Coleman Pilson, who survives him.

In addition to his wife, Oscar is survived by two children: Oscar Charles Pilson II (Catherine) and Melanie Pilson; two sisters: Gloria Pilson of Bassett, VA, and...

Aug 19, 2024

Rosetta Williams, known affectionately as "Teeny", was born on January 8, 1948 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to the late Fred Hall and Sarah Steele.  Rosetta graduated from Atkins High School and thereafter entered the workforce.  She spent the majority of her professional career as a seamstress for Lucia and was able to retire from her role with Corning Cable...

Aug 18, 2024

Valeria Annice Thompson, known affectionately as "Ms. Val", passed away on August 18, 2024, at the age of 73 in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Born on January 26, 1951, in Winston Salem, she was the daughter of Luther Zeb Eldridge, Jr. and Sarah "Annie" Sheppard. Ms. Val grew up in the same city where she was born, graduating from...

Aug 18, 2024

James Bernard Williams of Winston-Salem, NC was born on October 24,1959. He passed away on Sunday August 18th, 2024.

James was preceded in death by his mother, Edith Williams Chaskley; sister, Debbie Williams; and brother, Walter Gray.

He is survived by his longtime partner, Cheryl Poteat; brother, Charles (Doretha) Williams; son, James Devalin (Tamara) Williams;...

Aug 17, 2024

Willie Alfred Gabriel, aka "Gabe", was born on July 20, 1951, to Sylvester James Gabriel, Sr., and Katherine Gabriel. He is now reunited with his wife of 39 years, Julia; his parents, James Gabriel, Sr. and Katherine Adams; and his older brothers, Arthur Lee Williams, Bernard Adams, and Melvin W. Gabriel, in Heaven.

Willie was a loving...

Aug 16, 2024

Preston Mickens was born February 1, 1937, in Laurens, South Carolina, to Thomas Mickens and Mary Jones Mickens. He transitioned to his eternal home Friday, August 16, 2024.

Preston lived most of his life in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and graduated from Carver High School. He married Bessie Chandler Mickens. To this union, five children were born. Preston...

Aug 16, 2024

Mrs. Bobbie Irene Green Russell, 79, affectionately known as "Bee", was born on September 21, 1944 in Winston-Salem, NC to Eddie and Irene Martin Green.

She was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. After graduation she attended North Carolina A&T State University.  She worked at Western Electric for several years until her job was moved to Oklahoma.  ...

Aug 15, 2024

Angela "Angie" Charmaine King, born on July 30, 1972, departed this life on August 15, 2024, after a long, courageous battle with breast cancer. Angie was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, friend, and warrior whose strength and compassion touched the lives of many.

A published author, Angie, shared her journey through her book, "A Life Lived," providing...

Aug 13, 2024

Charles Louis Chatman, "SONNY", was born on April 29, 1943 in Bamberg, SC to Tom and Lucy Chatman.  He departed this earthly life on August 13, 2024.

He attended all public schools in Denmark, SC and later moved to New York City, NY where he was employed at Franklin Paper Box Folding Company for a number of...

Aug 13, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Otto Harvey Jeffries, affectionately known as "Harv", a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, who transitioned to eternal rest and peace on August 13, 2024, at the age of 79 in Durham, North Carolina. Harvey's remarkable life was marked by his devotion to family, passion for basketball, his...

Aug 12, 2024

Larry D. Roberts Sr., 69, of Winston Salem, NC passed away unexpectedly at his home on August 12, 2024. Born on November 9, 1954, in Winston-Salem, NC, Larry was the beloved son of the late Charlie and Eva Mae Roberts.

Larry attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools and graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1973. Following his...