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.

William Carter, Jr.

William Carter, Jr.

Mar 29, 2010

William Nathaniel Carter, Jr., "Bill", peacefully slipped away in his sleep to be with the Lord on Monday March 29th, 2010, at the Hock Pavilion Duke Hospice in Durham, NC. Bill was born to the late William N. Carter, Sr. and the late Lucille Joanna Bradford-Carter on June 20, 1959. Bill lived a full productive life on his own terms...

Timothy Revel

Timothy Revel

Mar 28, 2010

Timothy Christopher Revel was born December 14, 1989 in Winston-Salem, NC to Brenda Epps Revel and Bernard Sylvester Revel. "Tim" as he was called by those who knew and loved him, graduated from Carver High School in 2008 and continued his education at Forsyth Technical Institute up until this time. He was a faithful member of the Church of Christ...

Willie O'Neal, Sr.

Willie O'Neal, Sr.

Mar 28, 2010

Mr. Willie Frank O'Neal, Sr. was born to Herschel and Magnolia O'Neal on April 30, 1943 in Dublin, GA. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, NC and was a 1962 graduate of B.D. Perry High School in East Dublin, GA. He retired from R.J. Reynolds after 29 dedicated years of employment, as well as Forsyth Technical...

Teretha Williams Miller

Teretha Williams Miller

Mar 27, 2010

Teretha Williams Miller entered peacefully into heaven on March 27, 2010. She was born on October 7, 1952 in Newark, NJ to the late Ezekiel and Mattie Williams. Teretha is survived by her husband of 40 years Earl Miller; daughter, Jacqueline Morgan (Charles) of Winston-Salem, NC; son, Earl Pettiford III of Newark, NJ; four grandchildren, Nikkia Miller (Marquis Dixon), Charon...

Donald Ferguson

Donald Ferguson

Mar 25, 2010

Donald Ferguson, 73, peacefully and quietly journeyed to be with the Lord on March 25, 2010. He was born June 25, 1936 in Baltimore, MD. Don was a long-time, faithful member of Pilgrims Journey AME Zion Church in Moyock, NC prior to relocating to Winston-Salem, NC where he became a member of Greater Cleveland Avenue Christian Church where he served...

Carl Lash

Carl Lash

Mar 25, 2010

Carl Henry Lash, 77 departed this life on March 25, 2010. Carl was born March 18, 1933 to Carol and Kelsey Lash. He was a 1952 graduate of Carver High School. Shortly after graduation he joined the United States Armed Forces. He was employed by Crown Drugs for more than thirty years and retired as Distribution Manager in 1992. In...

Danika Simpson

Danika Simpson

Mar 25, 2010

On Thursday, March 25, 2010 our beloved Danika Ravae Simpson, "Nika" exchanged this life for a new one. Danika was born March 13, 1990 and was raised in Winston-Salem, NC. "If you ever met Danika you loved Danika." It was truly a blessing watching this flower blossom. Danika was baptized at a very young age, and had a great understanding...

Robert Joyner, Sr.

Robert Joyner, Sr.

Mar 25, 2010

Robert Lewis "Mickey" Tucker Joyner Sr., age 72 passed away surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, March 25, 2010 at Wake Forest University/ Baptist Medical Center. He was born on January 2, 1938 to the late Frank and Lillian Joyner. He retired from Bahnson Luwa Company and served in the United States Army where he received an honorable discharge....

Katherine Ridgill-Rice

Katherine Ridgill-Rice

Mar 23, 2010

Katherine "Wandella" Ridgill-Rice was born on January 23, 1950 to the late Odessa and Garfield Ridgill in Lewisville, NC. God said "well done" and called her home on March 23, 2010 at home surrounded by her family. Wandella was a graduate of Carver High School and later received her certification as an Activities Director from Forsyth Technical Institute. Her work...

Dennis Brown

Dennis Brown

Mar 22, 2010

Dennis "Dee-Dee" Brown departed this life Monday, March 22, 2010 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 11am Friday, March 26, 2010 at Genesis Outreach Center, 1882 Old Hollow Road Walkertown, NC. Interment will follow in Salisbury National Cemetery, Salisbury, NC. The family visitation will be held from 10:30am until 11am on Friday at...

Cary Cain

Cary Cain

Mar 22, 2010

Mr. Cary Donald Cain, 70 of 1711 Butler Street passed away March 22, 2010. He was born on July 18, 1939 in Winston-Salem, NC to Hattie and Coleman Jeter. He was a graduate of Atkins High School class of 1958 and attended Winston-Salem State University. He worked at R.J. Reynolds for a total of 35 years as a head mechanic....

Prince Rivers

Prince Rivers

Mar 20, 2010

Dr. Prince Rivers, 74, died Saturday, March 20, 2010. A native of Savannah, GA, Dr. Rivers retired as Provost of the Atlanta University Center and previously served as a chemistry professor at Fisk University. He is mourned by his four children, including Rev. Prince Raney Rivers. Memorial services and a family visitation will be held at Noon Friday, March 26,...

Julious Deron Galloway

Julious Deron Galloway

Mar 20, 2010

Deron Galloway was born July 1, 1986 to Sharon Fleming and Julious Deron Galloway, Sr. and departed this life on March 20, 2010. Deron died peacefully at his home, 5289 Ivy Stone Lane Winston-Salem, NC. Deron was educated in the public school system in Forsyth County, graduating from Forsyth Technical College and was presently enrolled in Winston-Salem Barber College. Deron...

Crystal Robinson

Crystal Robinson

Mar 19, 2010

Crystal Renee Faith Robinson, 11, known to family and friends as "Phats" departed this life on Friday, March 19, 2010. She was born on December 18, 1998 in Winston-Salem, NC and was raised by her adoptive parents, Howard and Thelma Robinson from birth. Crystal attended Petree Elementary School where she was known for her infectious smile and her ability to...

Gloria Gregg

Gloria Gregg

Mar 17, 2010

Gloria Jean Gregg, 53 died March 17, 2010 at Forsyth Medical Center. Survivors include her father and stepmother, Thomas and Natalie Mingo of Baltimore, MD; one sister, Cora Lee Gregg of Winston-Salem, NC; one brother, Dr. David J. Yates of Grovetown, GA; two stepsisters, Cynthia Mingo and Melinda Lane of Baltimore, MD; two stepbrothers, Sergeant First Class Thomas Mingo, Jr....

Elizabeth Crump

Elizabeth Crump

Mar 17, 2010

Elizabeth "Aunt Lizzie" Carpenter Crump as born February 8, 1927 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Will and Annie Carpenter. Early Wednesday morning, March 17, 2010 (Saint Patrick's Day) Elizabeth Carpenter Crump slipped peacefully into eternal rest at Forsyth Medical Center. Aunt Lizzie attended Forsyth County Schools through high school. She moved to Boston, MA and returned to Winston-Salem, NC...

James Junior Crosby

James Junior Crosby

Mar 14, 2010

Mr. James Junior Crosby, age 74, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2010. He is survived by his children, Priscilla Glenn, Mary Dobson, Sandra Cloud, Juliet Crosby, James H. Crosby and Nathan Crosby, all of this city; and a special friend, Catherine Mullins. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at 12:30 p.m. from the Chapel of...

James Terry, Sr.

James Terry, Sr.

Mar 13, 2010

Mr. James Willie Terry Sr., born July 20, 1945 to Martha and Leroy Terry, entered into eternal rest to be with the Lord on March 13, 2010. To cherish his memories he leaves behind a loving wife of 42 years, Mrs. Sharon Campbell Terry; his parents; mother-in-law, Rachel L. Campbell; two sons, James Willie Terry, Jr. (Robin) and Christopher Terry,...

Malachi Coleman

Malachi Coleman

Mar 9, 2010

"Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not for of such is the kingdom of God" Luke 18:16 Another angel has returned back into God's Kingdom on the afternoon of March 9, 2010, peacefully in his mother's arms. Master Malachi Raymond Coleman, 3, departed to play on Heaven's playground. Malachi has always been a joy to all...

Carl Howell

Carl Howell

Mar 8, 2010

Mr. Carl Lewis Howell, 73, of Jordan Dr. passed away March 8, 2010 at the home of his son, Keith Howell. He was born July 9, 1936 to the late Estelle and Will Howell. He retired from RJ Reynolds after 27 years of service and was a volunteer with Belview Senior Citizens Services. He leaves to cherish his memories, two...

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