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.

Thelma Pearson

Thelma Pearson

Jul 3, 2009

Thelma Geneva Pearson "Mrs. Thelma" was born March 12, 1936 in Ashville, NC to Gene and Inez Moore. Mrs. Thelma was called home on Friday, July 3, 2009 after a long period of illness. She leaves to celebrate her homegoing a loving husband of 41 years, Harold Pearson; her seven children, Robert Lampkins, Reginald Lampkins (Patsy), Cynthia James, Barry Lampkins(Robin),...

Howard Belton

Howard Belton

Jul 1, 2009

Our angel, brother, hero, father, and friend, Mr. Howard Willis Belton, 76 went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 1, 2009. He was a graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University where be obtained a degree in Electrical Engineering. He also obtained his high school diploma from Carver High School. Mr. Belton was devoted member...

Thomesina Woods

Thomesina Woods

Jul 1, 2009

"Once in a lifetime you find someone who touches not only your understanding but also your soul." Mrs. Thomesina Graves Woods of 5108 N. Cherry Street Winston-Salem, NC entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 1, 2009. The breath of life was given to Thomesina on December 5, 1937 in Marion, SC to Abraham and Addie Graves. She was a...

Daisy Coleman

Daisy Coleman

Jun 30, 2009

Mrs. Daisy Mae Alexander Coleman, 65, departed this life on June 30, 2009 after a lengthy illness. Daisy was born on March 19, 1944, in Washington, DC to the late TR and Amy Worthy Alexander. Mrs. Coleman was employed as a Certified Medical Transcriptionist until her health failed. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Coleman; and son...

Velvet Brown

Velvet Brown

Jun 29, 2009

Ms. Velvet Elaine Brown, daughter of Woodrow and the late Mary L. Brown was born June 27, 1967. She was called to her eternal home Monday, June 29, 2009 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center. Velvet was educated in the WS/FSC and was a former member of Shiloh Baptist Church. She is survived by her children, Stacy and Victoria...

Reverend William Fails

Reverend William Fails

Jun 28, 2009

Reverend William S. Fails, a native of Oklahoma City and long-term resident of Winston-Salem, NC and High Point, NC passed on Sunday, June 28, 2009 at High Point Regional Hospital. Reverend Fails pastured Hanes CME Church and First United Baptist Church in the triad. He was the recipient of many awards including being inducted into the Board of Preachers at...

Joe Smith

Joe Smith

Jun 26, 2009

Mr. Joe Henry Smith, Sr., 87 passed away June 26, 2009. He attended the local public schools and was a devoted member of New Bethel Baptist Church. He was a WWII veteran honorably discharged and a retiree of the RJR Tobacco Company. He was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Lee Noble, Sr.; and his son, Joe Henry Smith,...

Kenneth Wright

Kenneth Wright

Jun 24, 2009

Kenneth Shepard Wright was abruptly called home to eternal rest on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. A native of Winston–Salem, he was born September 12, 1947 to James N. and Elizabeth M. Wright. During his early years he attended Dreamland Park Baptist Church where he attended Sunday school, Baptist Training Union, and...

Lucy Allen

Lucy Allen

Jun 20, 2009

Lucy N. Allen was born December 6, 1932 in Raleigh, NC to the late Mrs. Beatrice Kirby and Granville Costner. She was raised by the late Elder C. E. Norment and Mrs. Estelle Norment residing in Winston-Salem, NC. Lucy attended public schools in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County graduating from Carver High School in 1951. She was employed for 20 years at Western...

Avery Campbell

Avery Campbell

Jun 20, 2009

Mr. Avery Sterling Campbell passed away June 20, 2009 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center. He was born June 1, 1965 in Winston-Salem, NC to Renee Calloway and Harry W. Campbell, Jr. He attended the local public schools in New York and California, was a graduate in Vallejo Senior High, and Yonkers Beauty Culture School in CA where he...

Charles Smith, Jr.

Charles Smith, Jr.

Jun 19, 2009

Reverend Charles Henry Smith, Jr., 57 was born on October 4, 1951 to Charles H. Smith, Sr. and Helen S. Sykes. He departed this life in the early morning of June 19, 2009 at his residence. He was an active member of St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church where he served as a Sunday school, B.T.U. and Vacation Bible School teacher....

Dorma Matthews

Dorma Matthews

Jun 19, 2009

Mrs. Dorma Jones Matthews, 73, left us on the morning of June 19, 2009. Dorma Rose as she was affectionately known, was born January 16, 1936 to the late Frank Marvin and Tishie Jones in Forsyth County. She attended Carver High School and completed her high school education at Forsyth Technical College. She retired from Sarah Lee Sock and worked...

Paulette Burch

Paulette Burch

Jun 16, 2009

Mrs. Paulette L. Burch, 66 passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2009 after an extended period of illness at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born September 3, 1942 to Paul and Elizabeth Little in Forsyth County. She graduated from Atkins High School and attended WSSU and Russell Business College. She was employed for 30 years by the City of Winton-Salem as...

Roy Jones, Iii.

Roy Jones, Iii.

Jun 16, 2009

Roy Bernard Jones, III, beloved father, son, brother, uncle and friend was called home to be with the Lord on June 16, 2009. Roy Bernard Jones, III was born on June 28, 1987 to Roy Bernard Jones, Jr. and Julia Jones. He was a Winston Salem, Forsyth County native who attended the Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools. He was a...

Tuulikka Witcher

Tuulikka Witcher

Jun 14, 2009

Ms. Tuulikka Witcher, 33 passed away June 14, 2009 in Myrtle Beach, SC. She was born February 4, 1976 in Washington, DC to Regina K. Witcher. She graduated from North Forsyth High School in 1994 and was employed by the Bagel Station. She was known for her strength and courage for her family and friends. Tuulikka is survived by her...

Bobed Eccles Murray

Bobed Eccles Murray

Jun 13, 2009

On November 12, 1932 Ms. Bobed Eccles Murray stepped into the lives of her parents, Alexander and Eliza Wharton Eccles of Clemmons, NC. And just as life began, on Saturday, June 13, 2009 God dispatched an angel to her home to reunite Bobed with her parents; son, Steven Phillip; five sisters; and six brothers. Bobed attended Carver High School and...

Brenda Taylor

Brenda Taylor

Jun 13, 2009

"God looked down and saw that you were tired and said come home my angel, come home." Brenda Gail Gaither Taylor of 306 Glenview Drive Greensboro, NC 27406 went home to be with the Lord Saturday, June 13, 2009 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born August 18, 1943 to Mack B. and Rosa Lee Gaither in Forsyth County. Ms....

Fred Lockhart

Fred Lockhart

Jun 11, 2009

Fred William Lockhart, Sr. transitioned from Earth to his Heavenly home on Thursday, June 11, 2009. He was born August 13, 1925 to Ed and Judy Lockhart in Wadesboro, NC. He was educated in the Anderson County public school system and retired from Hanes Hosiery/ Sara Lee where he worked for 37 years. He was a faithful member of Phillips...

Carlis Lane

Carlis Lane

Jun 9, 2009

Carlis Devon Lane departed this life on Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born on March 10, 1967 in Forsyth County to John Hull Lane, Jr. and Delois Gean Lane. She was educated in the public schools of Winston-Salem and was a graduate of North Forsyth High School. She furthered her education at Forsyth Technical Community...

Rodena Hassell

Rodena Hassell

Jun 6, 2009

"For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course and I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness: II Timothy 4:6-8 On Saturday evening June 6, 2009 our beloved mother was called home...

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