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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.

Peggy Wiggins Mcintyre

Peggy Wiggins Mcintyre

Jun 15, 2010

Peggy Jean Wiggins McIntyre was born on September 27, 1961 in Spring Hope, NC to John W. Wiggins and Bernice Moss Wiggins. She peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center. Peggy was a graduate of Southern Nash Senior High School in Bailey, NC and East Carolina University in Greenville, NC. She...

Rebecca Hopkins

Rebecca Hopkins

Jun 9, 2010

Rebecca "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28 Sgt. Rebecca Olivia Stokes Hopkins (Ret.) U.S. Army, of 908 Mar Don Hills Circle was born April 22, 1951 in Winston-Salem, NC to Mae Bell Stokes and the late Horace Stokes. She passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 9, 2010...

Joseph Chandler

Joseph Chandler

Jun 7, 2010

Joseph Chandler, 30 passed away June 7, 2010. He is survived by his loving mother, Shelia Chandler and father, Johnny Cathcart; and sisters, Shenika Chandler (Niya and Tiaura), Teresia Warren (nephews). He will be missed. A memorial service will be held at 6pm Friday, June 11, 2010 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.

Morris Thompson, Sr.

Morris Thompson, Sr.

Jun 6, 2010

Morris Julian Thompson, Sr. passed away June 6, 2010. He retired from R.J. Reynolds in 1987 after 31 years of service. He was a faithful member of United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church and he sang with the Twin City Choristers for 26 years. He is survived by his wife, Mary Kathryne Thompson; three daughters, Jacqueline Chavis (Paul), Roxanne Casey (Michael),...

Rosalind Bell

Rosalind Bell

Jun 6, 2010

Ms. Rosalind D. Bell departed this life to be with her heavenly father on Sunday June 6, 2010. Ms. Bell was born on February 8, 1964 at Seymour Johnson A.F.B. Goldsboro, NC to Rupert W. Bell Jr. and Darline P. Bell. She Graduated from Mt. Tabor High School. She attended The University of Chapel Hill and later transferred to North...

Deborah Clyburn

Deborah Clyburn

Jun 6, 2010

On Sunday, June 6, 2010 our beloved Deborah M. Clyburn transitioned from earth to Heaven unexpectedly. Deborah was born in Winston-Salem, NC on December 4, 1954 to Arlis and Melisande Murray, Jr. She was a 1973 graduate of North Forsyth High School. She accepted Jesus Christ and was baptized at an early age. She met and married the love of...

Christopher Caviness

Christopher Caviness

Jun 6, 2010

After courageously facing the challenges that life, as we know it, had to offer, our beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend answered that great call from our Father God to receive his reward early Sunday, June 6, 2010. Mr. Christopher Bernard Caviness was born in Greensboro, NC on October 8, 1968 to Ms. Dorothy Demps and the late Mr. Charles...

Anthony Fletcher

Anthony Fletcher

Jun 5, 2010

Mr. Anthony Curtis Fletcher entered life on October 13, 1958 and entered into rest on June 5, 2010. He was born in Winston-Salem, NC to Thomas and Libena Fletcher. "Tony" as he was affectionately known lived every day to the fullest. He enjoyed having a good hearty laugh while sitting on the porch with his friends sipping on a cup...

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...

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