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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.

Tiffany Layetta Scales

Tiffany Layetta Scales

Dec 12, 2008

Tiffany Layetta Scales was born on December 19, 1972 in Winston-Salem, NC to Toney and Saundra Scales. Tiffany was called to eternal rest and peace on December 12, 2008. She grew up embraced with biblical teaching surrounding her. She was one with a humble spirit and contrite heart. Tiffany was known everywhere she went by the spirit of joy she...

Eddice Blackshear Martin

Eddice Blackshear Martin

Dec 12, 2008

Mrs. Eddice Blackshear Martin, 91, of 801 Rankin Street, passed away, Friday, December 12, 2008 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. She was born July 18, 1917 to Frank and Laura Clark Blackshear in Abbeville, Georgia. She was educated in the public schools of Atlanta, Georgia and received her nursing degree from Grady Hospital Nursing School in Atlanta. Mrs....

Sallie Odessa Woodruff

Sallie Odessa Woodruff

Dec 11, 2008

On December 11, 2008, God dispatched His angels to take our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, to her heavenly home. Mrs. Sallie Odessa Woodruff was born November 12, 1917 to David and Lizzie Yokley in Davie County. After her father's passing, her mother later married Albert Raper. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sanford, Sr.; two brothers,...

Tomeka Denise Mckey

Tomeka Denise Mckey

Dec 10, 2008

Tomeka Denise McKey "Meady," passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at Carolina Medical Center, Charlotte, NC. Funeral services will be held at 3pm Friday, December 19, 2008 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.

Cora Moore Edwards

Cora Moore Edwards

Dec 9, 2008

Mrs. Cora Moore Edwards, the daughter of Mr. Thomas Stukes and Hattie Stukes, was born November 17, 1929. She departed this life peacefully on December 9, 2008 at her home. She was educated in Forsyth County at Atkins High School and worked at Baptist Hospital for a long period of time. Mrs. Edwards was a member of Hanes C.M.E. Church,...

Khalid Prince

Khalid Prince

Dec 6, 2008

Master Khalid Prince, 15, of Winston-Salem was called home December 6, 2008 at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem. He was born March 30, 1993 in Winston-Salem to Kimba Prince and Carlester Massey. Khalid was a member of First Alliance Church. "KP" or "Prince" as he was affectionately known was educated in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System. He...

Myrtle Katherine Hairston Dervin

Myrtle Katherine Hairston Dervin

Dec 2, 2008

Our loving mother, Myrtle Katherine Hairston Dervin was born June 27, 1932 in Friendship, North Carolina to Paul and Helen Lindsay, and faithful Godparent, Carrie Hairston. She went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 2, 2008 after a very brief illness at Wake Forest Baptist University Medical Center. She was preceded in death by...

Alphonso “Big Al” Capers

Alphonso “Big Al” Capers

Dec 1, 2008

On Monday, December 1, 2008, Mr. Alphonso "Big Al" Capers Sr. passed away after a lengthy illness at Forsyth Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Forsyth County November 8, 1949 to the late Earnest and Eloise Capers. He retired from R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company after 30 years of service. He is survived by his...

Marie Antoinette Gregg

Marie Antoinette Gregg

Dec 1, 2008

WINSTON-SALEM - "Well done my good and faithful servant…" On Monday, December 1, 2008 the Lord called one of his angels, Marie Antoinette Gregg home to be with him. She was 47. She was born August 9, 1961 in Valhalla, NY to Mr. and Mrs. Lee Gregg, Jr. Raised in White Plains, NY she attended White Plains public schools and...

Alfred “Buddy” Graham

Alfred “Buddy” Graham

Nov 28, 2008

Alfred "Buddy" Graham, Jr., 61 passed away on November 28, 2008 in Loris, SC. He was born to the late Alfred and Virginia Graham, Sr. on February 8, 1947 and graduated from high school in 1965. A Vietnam Veteran of the US Marines, a member of Union Baptist Church and a retiree of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, and worked with...

Alfreda Whaley Johns

Alfreda Whaley Johns

Nov 24, 2008

Mrs. Alfreda Whaley Johns, daughter of Henry and Lula Anderson Whaley was born on November 24, 1929 in St. Matthews, SC. She was the oldest of four children born to this union. She departed this earthly life on Monday, November 24, 2008 at the Hospice and Palliative Care Center in Winston-Salem, NC. In addition to her parents, she was preceded...

Curtis Edward Palmer

Curtis Edward Palmer

Nov 24, 2008

Mr. Curtis Edward Palmer passed away Monday, November 24, 2008 at his residence. He was born in Forsyth County, February 21, 1949 to Gladys H. Palmer and Albert Palmer. A North Forsyth High School graduate and WSSU honor alumnus, Mr. Palmer's work history included vocations with IBM, Sara Lee, and most recently American Republic Insurance Company where he served as...

Ray Allen Evans

Ray Allen Evans

Nov 22, 2008

Ray Allen Evans died on November 22, 2008. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 50 years, Ada Belle Huff; his children, John (Annie) and Vimla (Alex) of Rochester, NC, Cheri and Rachelle (Charles) of Winston-Salem, NC; his siblings Raymond Evans, Jr. of California, and Bertha McLean of High Point, NC; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces,...

Mother Geneva Douthit Davis

Mother Geneva Douthit Davis

Nov 20, 2008

DAVIS WINSTON_SALEM, NC - Mother Geneva Douthit Davis, daughter of the late James Douthit and Mother Ellen Hopper and step-father, Deacon John Hopper, was born in Winston-Salem, NC November 29, 1936. Mother Davis departed this life on Thursday, November 20, 2008 unexpectedly at the Grand Strand Hospital in North Myrtle Beach, SC. She was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County public...

Susan Darlene Coger-Coleman

Susan Darlene Coger-Coleman

Nov 19, 2008

Susan Darlene Coger-Coleman of Winston-Salem, NC passed unexpectedly Wednesday, November 19, 2008. Susan was the daughter of Charles F. Coger, Sr. and Caroline E. Cason. She was preceded in death by her mother. Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Norman Coleman; father, Charles F. Coger, Sr.; sister, Charlene Coger; two brothers, Charles F. Coger, Jr. and Gregory Coger...

Juanita Anderson Jones

Juanita Anderson Jones

Nov 18, 2008

Mrs. Juanita Anderson Jones, 81 passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at Germantown Hospital in Philadelphia, PA. Mrs. Jones was born May 16, 1927 in Davie County, NC to the late Eli J. Anderson. Sr. and Elease Davis Anderson. She was married to the late Ernest Davis Jones who preceded her in death on April 17, 1991. Deacon Ernest...

Grady Lee Simmons

Grady Lee Simmons

Nov 16, 2008

Mr. Grady Lee Simmons was born September 25, 1940 in Winston-Salem, NC to Grady and Otelia Simmons. He passed Sunday, November 16, 2008 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was a long time employee of R.J.R. and Brenners Steel before his failing health. Grady was preceded in death by his beloved father and mother, Grady and Otelia Simmons, a brother, Tommie...

Tobias Dewayne Mcmahan

Tobias Dewayne Mcmahan

Nov 16, 2008

Tobias DeWayne McMahan "Toby" brightened this world in Winston-Salem, NC on April 22, 1965. He was the son of Felix and Mary Ruth McMahan both of whom are deceased. This light was extinguished on Sunday, November 16, 2008 at Forsyth Medical center. Although Toby was born with Down's Syndrome, he defied all odds against him. The family was told at...

Terry Lee Murray

Terry Lee Murray

Nov 14, 2008

Terry Lee Murray was born December 7, 1954 to Ruby White and O.B. Carmichael. He left to be with the Lord on Friday, November 14, 2008 at Forsyth Medical Center. He graduated from Mullins High School, SC and was known for playing football at Mullins. He was a lifelong-time resident of Winston-Salem, NC. Mr. Murray worked at the Marriott Hotel...

Richard L. “Dickcy” Marshall

Richard L. “Dickcy” Marshall

Nov 13, 2008

Mr. Richard L. "Dickcy" Marshall of Bluefield, WV passed away at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC on November 13, 2008. Richard had been living in Winston-Salem for the past two and one half years. He was the son of Louise Cheatem and stepson of Elijah Cheatem both of whom preceded him in death. He is survived by...

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