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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.

Isiah Daniels

Isiah Daniels

Dec 12, 2007

Mr. Isiah Daniels was called to rest on Wednesday, December 12, 2007 at the Lutheran Home, Winton-Salem, NC. He was born May 14, 1932 in Columbia, SC to John and Arlene Daniels. He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, and six sisters. Mr. Daniels leaves to cherish his memory four sons, Billy (Zola) Paul, Ronald Daniels, Timothy...

Floyd Massey

Floyd Massey

Dec 11, 2007

Mr. Floyd Massey was born on August 15, 1928 in Rock Hill, SC to Liza Massey Peoples. He departed this life on Tuesday, December 11, 2007. He had been a resident of Winston-Salem, NC for over fifty years and was employed with the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools as a custodian and the YMCA. Mr. Massey was a member of Galilee...

Ruth Esther Hood

Ruth Esther Hood

Dec 10, 2007

Mrs. Ruth Esther Hood, 83, departed this life peacefully on Monday, December 10, 2007. Mrs. Hood was born November 11, 1924 in Cary, NC to Hezekiah and Queenesther Evans. "Mue" as she was affectionately called her will be remembered as a loving and caring mother, grandmother as well as a devoted aunt. She was Co-Owner of Hood Grocery until her...

Mary Belle B. Jordan

Mary Belle B. Jordan

Dec 10, 2007

Mrs. Mary Belle B. Jordan affectionately known as "Monk", 71, of Winston-Salem, NC departed this life on December 10, 2007 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born September 26, 1936 to John H. and Rebecca C. Benson. Mrs. Jordan was a life-long resident of Winston-Salem and was a graduate of Atkins High School,...

Willie J. Davis

Willie J. Davis

Dec 9, 2007

Mr. Willie J. Davis of 3020 Woodfin Place, Winston-Salem, NC entered into his eternal rest on December 9, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center after a brief illness. Mr. Davis was born in Henderson, NC on July 4, 1919. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Davis and Rosa Junio and his loving wife, Daisy Goode Davis. Mr. Davis...

Alvin Lee Lindsay

Alvin Lee Lindsay

Dec 9, 2007

Alvin Lee Lindsay, 53, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away Sunday, December 9, 2007. He was born in Forsyth County to Andrew Washington, Sr. and Mary Catherine Lindsay. A retired Electrical Engineer for the Federal Aviation Administration, and beloved bus driver for the Winston-Salem Schools and Transit Authority, he was a passionate woodcrafter and fisherman with a joyous an mischievous sense...

Camden Trey Jasaun Linville

Camden Trey Jasaun Linville

Dec 8, 2007

A precious angel joined our Lord. Master Camden Trey Jasaun Linville completed his assignment on earth Saturday, December 8, 2007 2:30 am at Brenner Children's Hospital. Although his life was short, Camden possessed strength, perseverance and courage that led us to believe that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories such as his winning, gentle...

James Franklin Goodwin

James Franklin Goodwin

Dec 6, 2007

A Life of Glory: Reflections on the Reverend Doctor James Goodwin Jr. On Thursday, December 6th, 2007, Heaven called home its' faithful servant, pastor and friend, the Reverend Doctor James Franklin Goodwin Jr. A man of calm strength and blessed with the gift of bringing the joy of the Lord to all he encountered, James Goodwin found happiness ministering to...

Sycenia Denee Wilson

Sycenia Denee Wilson

Dec 6, 2007

Miss Sycenia Denee Wilson, departed her life unexpectedly on December 6, 2007 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. She was employed by Baptist Hospital for several years. She attended the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. Sycenia graduated from Mount Tabor High School, Class of 1987. She was preceded in death by her mother, Joann Wilson and grandmother, Essie Mae Wilson. She...

Wallace Hazel Hasty

Wallace Hazel Hasty

Dec 5, 2007

Wallace Hazel Hasty, affectionately known as Hazel to his friends and " Pa Pa " to his grands, was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. His journey began on August 19, 1932 in Marshville , North Carolina to Hurley and Theresa Hasty. He departed this life on December 5, 2007 . Wallace received Christ as his Lord and...

De’Shawn Lee Douglas

De’Shawn Lee Douglas

Dec 2, 2007

De'Shawn Lee Douglas came into this world on October 16, 1983. He left this world on Sunday, December 2, 2007. His untimely death has left us all sad and very unhappy. It is said to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord so we know he is in his place with the Lord. De'Shawn was...

Ethel Ruth Anderson

Ethel Ruth Anderson

Dec 2, 2007

Mrs. Ethel Ruth Anderson of 2720 Kirkstone Drive, Winston-Salem, NC was born in Winston-Salem, NC on January 18, 1924 to McCoy Hall and Mrs. Bernadine Strange. She departed this life on Sunday, December 2, 2007. She grew up in Winston-Salem, NC and was educated in the Winston-Salem public school system. She earned a bachelors degree from Winston-Salem Teacher's College in...

Joe Gatewood

Joe Gatewood

Nov 27, 2007

"Whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away." James 4:14 Mr. Joe Gatewood, 74 of 100 West 25th Street passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2007. He was born in Wadesboro, NC on August 22, 1933 to Charles and...

Esther Lawson Watts

Esther Lawson Watts

Nov 25, 2007

Esther Lawson Watts, a former resident of Winston-Salem, NC passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2007 in Maryland. She was born in Summerton, SC on July 3, 1916. Esther was cared for by her nieces, Angela Brown and Early Mae Brown at their in-home assisted living center, Browns Assisted Living Services. She previously live a wholesome life in California before...

Catherine Morris Miller

Catherine Morris Miller

Nov 25, 2007

Mrs. Catherine Morris Miller of 1713 Harrison Avenue passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2007. She is survived by two daughters, Bernice Miller Jordan (Frank) of Pfafftown, NC and Marilyn Miller Cooper (Otis) of Durham, NC; two sons, John Miller, Jr. and James (Jan) Miller both of Winston-Salem, NC; 18 grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren; a devoted sister, Josie James...

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...

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