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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.

Benjamin Ruff

Benjamin Ruff

Jun 5, 2010

Mr. Benjamin Bernard Ruff also known as "Ruff Rat" was born June 2, 1953 and departed this life on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center after an extended illness. Benjamin was born in Newberry South Carolina to Ms Hattie Mae Ruff and the late Samuel Lee Rutherford. Benjamin attended the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. He...

Floyd Moore

Floyd Moore

Jun 4, 2010

Mr. Floyd Lorenzo Moore of 2004 Bloomfield Dr was born January 14, 1944 in Winston-Salem, NC to Curtis Watkins and Ruth Roebuck Moore. God answered the cry of his faithful servant and dispatched his Heavenly angels to bring him home on the evening of June 4, 2010 at 3:35pm. He was a Baptist by faith and understood the foundation of...

Larry Anthony

Larry Anthony

Jun 3, 2010

Mr. Larry A. Anthony departed this life on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at his home. He was born in Roper, NC to Rev. Crawford R. Anthony and Mrs. Velma B. Anthony. Survivors are his mother of Roper, NC; his wife, Erdia H. Anthony of the home; son, Michael L. Anthony of Castle Haynes, NC; daughter, Wendy M. Anthony of Winston-Salem,...

Barbara Gwyn White

Barbara Gwyn White

Jun 3, 2010

Barbara Gwyn White passed away Thursday, June 3, 2010 at her home. Barbara was born August 23, 1942 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Bert and Margaret Carruthers. Barbara graduated from Atkins High School. She was a faithful member of Diggs Memorial United Holy Church where she was a member of many auxiliaries in the church including the Pastor Aid,...

Ola Mae Deberry

Ola Mae Deberry

Jun 1, 2010

On June 1, 2010 Ms. Ola Mae Deberry departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest. She was born to the late Lonnie and Daisy Deberry in Anson County on November 7, 1934. Ms. Deberry accepted Christ at an early age at Streeter Grove AME Zion Church in Anson County. She later moved her membership to Goler Memorial AME...

Annie Sharpe Knowles

Annie Sharpe Knowles

May 31, 2010

Mrs. Annie Sharpe Knowles passed away on Monday, May 31, 2010 at Springwood Care Center at the age of 99. She was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, great/great-great-grandmother who will be greatly missed. She was born in Washington, NC on March 26, 1911 the third of seven children to Squire and Annie Sharpe. Mrs. Knowles graduated from Elizabeth City...

Charles Mcfadden

Charles Mcfadden

May 29, 2010

Charles Ray McFadden of 2039 Bowen Blvd was born November 30, 1952 to the late Joseph W. II and Reverend Charlie Mae Price. McFadden passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2010. Charles McFadden matriculated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and was employed by the City of Winston-Salem. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents; and two beloved sisters,...

Janice Jefferson

Janice Jefferson

May 22, 2010

Janice Denise Jefferson, born August 10, 1959 was called home to rest on Saturday, May 22, 2010. She was a graduate of R.J. Reynolds High School class of 1977 and was employed with Arbor Acres for 18 years. She leaves to cherish her memories her parents, John and Annie Jefferson; one son, Jarrian G. Jefferson; brother, Bruce D. (Brenda) Jefferson;...

Bertha Walker

Bertha Walker

May 20, 2010

Rev. Bertha Walker, 86, better known as Mother Walker, passed away on May 20, 2010. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 12:00 Noon from the St. John C. M. E. Church, Elder James E. Russell, Jr., will officiate. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the...

Virginia Brown

Virginia Brown

May 19, 2010

Virginia G. Brown of 4092 Edgeware Road went to be with our heavenly Father on May 19, 2010. She was born on February 23, 1938 to the late Rex and Mary Goins of Galax, VA. Mrs. Brown was a retiree of Sara Lee Knitwear and a member of St. Peters World Outreach Center. Surviving are her two daughters and two...

Aaron Thomas

Aaron Thomas

May 17, 2010

Aaron Bernard Thomas was born on Sept 30, 1956 in Lexington, NC; he was the youngest of 4 children born to George and Edrena Thomas. He went home to be with the Lord on May 17, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Center with his mother and older sister at his side. Mr. Thomas was preceded in death by his father, George...

Alphonso Washington

Alphonso Washington

May 17, 2010

Alphonso Washington, 78, passed away on Tuesday, May 17, 2010. He was born and raised in Winston-Salem, NC and was an Army Veteran. "Al" or "Fonz" as he was affectionately known was a faithful member of Union Baptist Church where he served on the Senior Choir, Male Chorus, and as a Sunday school teacher. Al was preceded in death by...

Mable Bailey

Mable Bailey

May 13, 2010

Our beloved mother, sister, auntie, and Granny, Mrs. Mable Douglas Bailey, heard a voice that said, "Well done my good and faithful servant," and went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 13, 2010 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Mrs. Bailey was born on August 28, 1917 in Davidson County to the late Willie and Bessie...

Isaiah Reynolds

Isaiah Reynolds

May 11, 2010

Mr. Daryl Baucum, better known as "D.B." and Isaiah Reynolds both passed away at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro, due to a vehicular accident. These two brothers were dearly loved by all who knew them and will be missed. Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1075 Shalimar Drive, Winston-Salem, with Rev....

Quinton Drummond

Quinton Drummond

May 10, 2010

Quinton Tyrone Drummond was born December 3, 1952 in Winston- Salem, NC. He was the eldest son of Margaret J. Drummond and was preceded in death by his father, Harry Lee Carrethers. Quinton was a graduate of Parkland Senior High and attended Winston-Salem State University. He was employed by Tyco Industries and Atrium Windows and Doors in Welcome, NC. Quinton...

Sylvester Martin

Sylvester Martin

May 10, 2010

Sylvester Leon Martin, affectionately known as "Slick" was born in Forsyth County to the late Hilda Martin on December 17, 1941. Sylvester departed this life on May 10, 2010 peacefully at his home. He was a graduate of Atkins High School class of 1962. "Slick" lived and worked in Winston-Salem all his life. He retired from RJR/Whitaker Park Tobacco Company...

Mary Elmore

Mary Elmore

May 10, 2010

Mary Elmore departed this life unexpectedly May 10, 2010 at her home. She was born in Estill, SC and was the daughter of Mary Williams and John Riley. She was a faithful and devoted member of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church for over 40 years where she was a deaconess and a member of the Senior Choir. In addition to her...

Daryl Baucum

Daryl Baucum

May 9, 2010

Mr. Daryl Baucum, better known as "D.B." and Isaiah Reynolds both passed away at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro, due to a vehicular accident. These two brothers were dearly loved by all who knew them and will be missed. Funeral services will be held at 3:00pm Tuesday, May 18, 2010 at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1075 Shalimar Drive, Winston-Salem, with Rev....

Ethel Brown

Ethel Brown

May 9, 2010

Mother Ethel P. Brown of 466 Bedford Park Drive peacefully left with the angel of silence, away to a land that is free from sickness, sorrow, and pain on Sunday, May 9, 2010. Mother Brown was a native of Bishopville, SC; born October 8, 1917 to the late Annie Bell Peterson and Sim Peterson. She was one of six children...

Barbara Williams

Barbara Williams

May 9, 2010

Mrs. Barbara Jean Harvey Williams, a lifetime resident of Winston-Salem, NC was born January 20, 1936 to Walter and Athelle Harvey. Having exemplified the epitome of a "Mother", she was called from labor to reward on Mother's Day, May 9, 2010. "Danny" as she was affectionately known by her grandchildren, was a 1953 graduate of Atkins High School. She retired...

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