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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.

Sarah Patricia Covington Wade

Sarah Patricia Covington Wade

Nov 25, 2007

Mrs. Sarah Patricia Covington Wade, affectionately known as "Pat" or "Aunt Pat" departed this life on Sunday, November 25, 2007 after a period of illness. She was a member of Macedonia Worship Center and a member of the Mother Board. She was also a long-standing member of The Ladies of Distinction Social Club, LOD's of Winston-Salem. Mrs. Wade retired from...

William Preston Wilson

William Preston Wilson

Nov 23, 2007

Mr. William Preston Wilson, 87 of 2804 Drewry Lane passed away on Friday, November 23, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born on May 28, 1920 in Winston-Salem, NC to Issac and Louise Wilson. He was a graduate of Atkins High School and enlisted in the United States Armed Forces serving a tour of duty in Burma. Mr. Wilson...

Carol Denise Jones

Carol Denise Jones

Nov 23, 2007

Carol Denise Jones, passed away on November 23, 2007 after a extended illness at Duke University Medical Center in Durham N.C "Cookie" as she was affectionately known, was born on April 14, 1963 to Booker T. Bohannon and Diana Jones Carpenter in Winston Salem, N.C. Cookie graduated from RJR High School in 1979 and UNC-Greensboro in 1984 with a Bachelors...

Glorious Marie Pittman Moore

Glorious Marie Pittman Moore

Nov 22, 2007

Glorious Marie Pittman Moore began her earthly journey on July 28, 1940 in Lumberton, NC and ended it on Thursday, November 22, 2007 at NCBH/Wake Forest Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was a resident of the Nursing Center at Oak Summit at the time of her death, but formerly lived at 3881 Draper Street. After graduating from...

Charlene Russell Brown

Charlene Russell Brown

Nov 17, 2007

"I've Gone Home" Wipe away your tears of grief, For I have gone home. I've left this world of toil and pain, Never more to roam. Don't cry, weep, shed your tears, For I have lived a long and blessed life. Loving all and touching all around, I've struggled through the Misfortunes and strife But now I'm on my...

Bonnie Louise Gantt

Bonnie Louise Gantt

Nov 17, 2007

Ms. Bonnie Louise Gantt, 82 of Winston-Salem, NC was blessed to ascend to Heaven to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 17, 2007. She was born September 10, 1925 to Ethel Bush and Clarence Gantt in Macon, GA. She was a member of Friendship Baptist Church at an early age. She was preceded in death by her parents and...

William Henry Clark

William Henry Clark

Nov 17, 2007

Mr. William Henry Clark, 72 of 3903 Clodfelter Road passed away Saturday, November 17, 2007 at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. He was born May 7, 1935 to the late William Henry Sr. and Rosa Belle Yokley in Midway, NC. He was the fourth of seven children born to that union. He was educated in Davidson County and...

Oscar Wayne Mccall

Oscar Wayne Mccall

Nov 16, 2007

Mr. Oscar Wayne McCall, 53, of 120 E. Devonshire St. passed away on Friday, November 16, 2007 at his residence. He was born on February 19, 1954 to Oscar McCall, Jr. and Mildred McCall in Winston-Salem, NC. He is survived by his wife, JacQuelene McCall; daughters, Sheri and Shara McCall; his mother, Mildred McCall; siblings, Robert and Carolyn McCall; and...

Arturo Sabino Cisneros

Arturo Sabino Cisneros

Nov 15, 2007

Arturo Sabino Cisneros, 20, died Thursday, Nov. 15, 2007. The funeral will be 5 p.m. Saturday at Russell Funeral Home Chapel.(

John Howard Terry

John Howard Terry

Nov 13, 2007

Mr. John Howard Terry, Jr., affectionately known as "June" or "PeeWee" to his family and close friends, 64, of Landover, MD passed away on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at his home. He was born in Winston-Salem, NC on July 24, 1943 to John Howard Terry, Sr. and Irene Cooper Terry. He accepted Christ in his life on July 24, 2005...

Tristan Donell Mathews

Tristan Donell Mathews

Nov 13, 2007

"The Lord is my Shepard, I Shall not want." Psalms 23:1 Master Tristan Donell Mathews, Jr. was brought to us on August 2, 2007 and was called home by our Lord on November 13, 2007. Preceding Junior in his homecoming was his maternal grandmother, Laurie Jean Mickens. Leaving to cherish his precious memories are his loving mother and father of...

Betty Beatrice White-Hoover

Betty Beatrice White-Hoover

Nov 9, 2007

Ms. Betty Beatrice White-Hoover was called home on November 9, 2007. She is survived by her mother, Emma White; a daughter, Tameka White; one son, Harold Hoover; grandson, Kobe White; four sisters; three brothers; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 2pm Thursday, November 15, 2007 from the Russell Funeral Home...

Eugenia Ingram Rorie

Eugenia Ingram Rorie

Nov 9, 2007

Eugenia "Jean" Ingram Rorie answered the call of heaven to be with the Lord on Friday morning, November 9, 2007. She was a life long resident of Winston-Salem , North Carolina . She was a graduate of Anderson High School and worked for more than 20 years as a personal caregiver in the community. She found her niche as a...

Joe Henry Smith

Joe Henry Smith

Nov 9, 2007

On Friday, November 9, 2007, our Lord and Savior called Mr. Joe Henry Smith, Jr. home to his eternal resting place. Joe was born on January 13, 1947 to Mr. Joe Henry Smith, Sr. and Mrs. Marrow Smith. He graduated from Paisley High School . He was preceded in death by his mother and one nephew, Hausan Smith. Left to...

Mary Magdalene Carmichael Davis

Mary Magdalene Carmichael Davis

Nov 7, 2007

On Wednesday November 7, 2007 at 12:55 pm God sent an angel to take home his child Mary Magdalene Carmichael Davis of 1348 Holly Ave. Mary was born on July 8, 1964 in Dillon, SC to General Lee Carmichael and Ollie Stephens. She attended the Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools. She was employed at Brookridge Retirement Homes for 19 years...

Doris Thompson

Doris Thompson

Nov 7, 2007

Mrs. Doris Thompson, 73 of 2404 Waughtown Street departed this earthly life on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was a native of Winston-Salem, NC, the daughter of Lonnie and Augusta Gillespie Glenn. She was a retired certified nursing assistant and was a member of Calvary Kingdom Fellowship where she was Mother of the Church. She was...

Doris Thompson

Doris Thompson

Nov 7, 2007

Mrs. Doris Thompson passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 1pm Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at Russell Funeral Home.

Wilhelmina Anderson Burks

Wilhelmina Anderson Burks

Nov 6, 2007

Ms. Wilhelmina Anderson Burks, 69, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2007 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center. She was born September 18, 1938 in Mecklenburg County to Calvin and Maggie Anderson. She is a United States Air Force Veteran. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, Barbara J. Evans and her brother,...

Wilhelmina Anderson Burks

Wilhelmina Anderson Burks

Nov 6, 2007

Ms. Wilhelmina Anderson Burks, 69, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2007, at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. She was born Sept. 18, 1938, in Mecklenburg County to Calvin and Maggie Anderson. She was a U.S. Air Force veteran. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Barbara J. Evans; and her brother, Otis...

Ronnie Leon Melton

Ronnie Leon Melton

Nov 3, 2007

"Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run ad not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:31 Mr. Ronnie Leon Melton, 45 of 634 Ontario Street and most recently a resident of The Lutheran Home, departed this earthly life on Saturday, November 3, 2007...

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