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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.

Tammara Jean Staley

Tammara Jean Staley

May 12, 2008

Mrs. Tammara Jean Staley, a loving mother, wife, and friend departed her life on Monday, May 12, 2008. She leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Lanyard Staley, Sr.; three children, Lanyard, Jr. and Lajae Staley, and Brandy (Vincent) Crosby; three grandchildren, Vincent, Jr., Elijah, and Maya Crosby whom she loved more than life itself; and a host of other...

Travis Allen Gambrell

Travis Allen Gambrell

May 12, 2008

"But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of Heaven." Matthew 19:14 Mr. Travis Allen Gambrell, 18 of 217 Sedge Meadow Drive, Winston-Salem, NC departed this earthly life for eternal life Monday, May 12, 2008, to be in the presence of his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. He...

Brenda Diane Evans

Brenda Diane Evans

May 10, 2008

Ms. Brenda Diane Evans was born on October 21, 1960. She departed this life on Saturday, May 10, 2008. In her early years she attended East Forsyth High School. She was a devoted worker at Forsyth Medical Center and a member of Temple of Glory Church of Deliverance. She was preceded in death by her father, Samuel Evans, Sr.; and...

Alice L. Giles

Alice L. Giles

May 9, 2008

Mrs. Alice L. Giles passed away Friday, May 9, 2008. Funeral services will be held at 1pm Wednesday, May 14, 2008 from the Russell Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Smith officiating. Entombment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Gardens. Family visitation will be held from 12:30pm until 1pm on Wednesday at the Chapel.

Lorraine Taylor

Lorraine Taylor

May 7, 2008

Mrs. Lorraine Taylor of Winston-Salem, NC passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born January 28, 1923 to Samuel McClain and Sarah McClain Moore. She was a member of Ephesus Seventh Day Adventist Church. Mrs. Taylor is survived by two daughters, Jeanette Taylor of the home and Connie Lash of Upper Marlboro, MD; one son,...

Ian Justin Smith

Ian Justin Smith

May 6, 2008

Ian Justin Smith was called to eternal rest and peace on May 6, 2008. He was born on February 9, 1984 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Charles Albert Smith and Deborah Simmons Smith. He grew up embraced in the biblical teaching at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, N.C. He participated in the youth program and enjoyed participating...

Alvina Jones Lowery

Alvina Jones Lowery

May 5, 2008

Alvina Jones-Lowery, 57 of 1005 N. Jackson Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC passed away Monday, May 5, 2008 at Forsyth Medical Center. Alvina was affectionately known as "NaNa" to so many others who she loved deeply. She attended the Forsyth County School Systems and was an employee of AT&T. Mrs. Jones-Lowery was a lifelong member of Burning Flame Christian Church. She was...

Alphonso Witherspoon

Alphonso Witherspoon

May 4, 2008

Alphonso Witherspoon of Peachtree Street departed this life Sunday, May 4, 2008 at Forsyth Medical Center following a brief illness. Mr. Witherspoon was born in Winston-Salem, NC to Floyd and Ellaree M. Witherspoon. He was a product of the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. Mr. Witherspoon served in the United States Army and was a retired employee of R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company,...

Mattie L. Parks

Mattie L. Parks

May 4, 2008

Mrs. Mattie L. Parks, 82 of 4641 Northview Street, Winston-Salem, NC passed away Sunday, May 4, 2008 at her residence. She was born February 7, 1926 in Winston-Salem, NC to Johnson and Blanche Galloway. She attended the Forsyth County Public Schools and was an employee of Duplan Textiles. Mrs. Parks was a lifelong member of Union Chapel Baptist Church where...

Sharon D. King

Sharon D. King

May 1, 2008

Sharon D. King was born to Haskel Thompson and Stella L. King on December 9, 1971. Early Thursday morning, May 1, 2008, God called her home. Sharon was a native of Forsyth County. She was of the Baptist faith. Sharon was a graduate of East Forsyth High School in 1990. Ms. King is preceded in death by her brother, Kenneth...

Gertrude Delores Pitt Phillips

Gertrude Delores Pitt Phillips

Apr 30, 2008

Mrs. Gertrude Delores Pitt Phillips, 73, of 100 Azalea Terrace, Winston-Salem, NC departed this life on April 30, 2008 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born on July 21, 1934 in Raleigh, NC to the late Lucille and Joseph Pitt. She graduated from Washington High School in Raleigh, NC. Gertrude, affectionately known as "Red,"...

Donald Skipwith

Donald Skipwith

Apr 28, 2008

Mr. Donald Skipwith, 3769 Cheshire Place Drive, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 28, 2008 at his residence. He was born May 24, 1962 to Sam and Clara Skipwith. He was a lifelong resident of Winston-Salem, NC, where he attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. Mr. Skipwith was preceded in death by his sister, Catherine Skipwith. Surviving are his wife, Cheryl Bradshaw...

Andrew Gore

Andrew Gore

Apr 27, 2008

Mr. Andrew Gore, Jr., 79 passed away Sunday, April 27, 2008 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center. He was born August 9, 1928 in Fair Bluff, NC to Andrew Gore, Sr. and Lena Mae Nichols. Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon Friday, May 2, 2008 from the Piney Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. James Linville officiating....

Willie C. Cuthrell

Willie C. Cuthrell

Apr 22, 2008

Mr. Willie C. Cuthrell Sr. was known to many as "Gitt," 75, of 1764 Carriage Cove Lane, Winston-Salem, NC passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at his residence. He was born August 6, 1932 in Forsyth County to Claude Monroe Cuthrell and Bernice Blair Cuthrell. Mr. Willie Cuthrell Sr. was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Eva H. Cuthrell...

David Spillman Tyler

David Spillman Tyler

Apr 20, 2008

Mr. David Spillman Tyler, Sr., 85, the son of Lincoln and Rosalee Tyler went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice. He was born in Blacksburg, SC on December 15, 1922. Mr. Tyler attended Forsyth County Schools and during his adult years he worked at Hanes Hosiery/Sara Lee where he retired...

Armenthia “Ment” Denise Gilreath

Armenthia “Ment” Denise Gilreath

Apr 20, 2008

Ms. Armenthia "Ment" Denise Gilreath of 1532 E 21st Street, Winston-Salem, NC departed this life on April 20, 2008 at Forsyth Medical Center following an extended period of illness. She was born October 23, 1952 to Allen and Ethel Gilreath whom both preceded her in death. She was a faithful member of Spencer Memorial Christian Church, where she served many...

Brenda Carolyn Smith Miller

Brenda Carolyn Smith Miller

Apr 14, 2008

Mrs. Brenda Carolyn Smith Miller of 3295 Kittering Lane, Winston-Salem, NC departed this life Monday, April 14, 2008 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born December 20, 1953 in Winston-Salem to Charles S. Smith and Mary Evans Smith. She was a graduate of North Forsyth High School Class of 1972 and attended Winston-Salem State University. She was employed with Wachovia...

Dedrick Keshon Carpenter

Dedrick Keshon Carpenter

Apr 13, 2008

Mr. Dedrick Keshon Carpenter, 23, of 112 Midian Court, Winston-Salem, NC departed this life Sunday, April 13, 2008. He was born June 2, 1984 in Winston-Salem, NC to Diane Carpenter. He was a Baptist by faith. Mr. Carpenter attended the local schools of Winston-Salem and was previously employed by the Nitty Gritty Café. He was preceded in death by his...

Edna Mae Noble

Edna Mae Noble

Apr 12, 2008

On Saturday, April 12, 2008 God sent His angels to come down and bring back our angel, Mrs. Edna Mae Noble, our beloved mother and grandmother. She was born February 26, 1933 in Kingstree, SC. Edna Noble retired from Unique Furniture Company. She was a beloved member of Revelations of Faith Deliverance Center. She was preceded in death by her...

Ronnie Carl Peppers

Ronnie Carl Peppers

Apr 12, 2008

Ronnie Carl Peppers, affectionately known as "Pepp", passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008. He was born January 12, 1950 to Johnnie and Sarah Peppers in Dillon, S.C. He was raised in Wilson, N.C. where he graduated from Fike Senior High School. He received his B.A. in History from Winston-Salem State University. While matriculating at WSSU, he pledged Omega Psi...

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