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.
Eleanor King Hopkins
Jul 28, 2007
Mrs. Eleanor King Hopkins, 74, of 5016 Selena Street passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2007 at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. She was born on October 30, 1932 in Winston-Salem, NC the daughter of George and Frances Hairston King. She was a 1951 graduate of Atkins High School and a 1955 graduate of Winston-Salem Teachers College (WSSU)....
Ricky Levon Harris
Jul 27, 2007
Mr. Ricky Levon Harris, 35, affectionately known as "Boo Boo", passed away Friday, July 27, 2007 after a brief illness. He was born in Forsyth County on June 30, 1972 to Willie and Carolyn Harris. He attended West Forsyth High School and was employed by Budd Services until his health declined. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie...
Frank Eugene Williams
Jul 27, 2007
Mr. Frank Eugene Williams II, of 510 Gay Street, Nashville, TN passed away Friday, July 27, 2007. He was born September 16, 1979 in Bristol, TN to Frank Eugene Williams Sr. and Charlotte Williams Glispie. Frank leaves to cherish his memory his father, Frank E. Williams Sr. (Candy); his mother, Charlotte Williams Glispie (Oliver) of Bristol, TN; brothers, Bryan Dandridge...
Betty Ann Dunlap Ware
Jul 27, 2007
On Friday, July 27, 2007, Ms. Betty Ann Dunlap Ware departed this world of suffering and entered into everlasting peace. Affectionately known as "Bucket", Betty was known for her delightful personality and her calm nature. Mrs. Ware was born on October 4, 1939 in Winston-Salem, NC to Ms. Annie Mae Dunlap Barber and Mr. Otis Brown. She was preceded in...
Pamela Levette Epps
Jul 25, 2007
On June 10, 1968, Pamela Levette Epps was born to Ether Singletary Epps and Joe Edward Epps, Sr. in the city of Winston-Salem, NC. It was Wednesday, July 25, 2007, when the angel of life was dispatched with heaven's roll book at hand and ever so softly whispered: "Pam, Pam it's time to come home to be with the Lord…"...
Katie Duncan Payne
Jul 23, 2007
On Monday, July 23, 2007 God is His infinite mercy saw fit to dispatch His angel for Katie Duncan Payne. Katie was born to Sophia and Fred Duncan on October 7, 1921 in Charlotte, NC. She was a lifelong member of Shiloh Baptist Church where she was affiliated with the Ladies Progressive Auxiliary and a former member of the Senior...
Marion Roberta Davis
Jul 22, 2007
Marion Roberta Davis was born on October 29, 1942 in Winston-Salem, NC. Elijah and Robbie Davis were blessed with their fourth child. She was baptized by the Rev. E.L. Clark at Bethlehem Baptist Church. She was educated in the Forsyth County School System attending Fourteen Street Elementary and Atkins High School where she graduated from in 1962. Marion and her...
Margie Flavella Shoffner Brown
Jul 14, 2007
Mrs. Margie Flavella Shoffner Brown, 71, of 380 Nash Ave., Winston-Salem, NC passed away Saturday, July 14, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center. She was born in Winston-Salem, NC on February 18, 1936 to Ernest Roberts and Betty Mae Shoffner. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Robert Brown. Mrs. Brown is survived by a daughter, Tamara...
Quentin L. Holly
Jul 10, 2007
Mr. Quentin L. Holly, 29, better known as "Pooh", of Winston-Salem, NC passed away on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. He attended Reynolds High School and graduated from Forsyth Technical Community College. He also attended Culinary School in Charlotte, NC. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Thomas A. Holly, Sr. He...
Jesse Scarborough
Jul 10, 2007
Mr. Jesse "J.P." Scarborough, 83, peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, July 10, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was a native of Winston-Salem and was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse and Willie Scarborough; and one brother, Ulysses Scarborough. He was a graduate of Atkins High School and a member of Dellabrook Presbyterian Church where he was active...
Shanita Renee Gray
Jul 9, 2007
Ms. Shanita Renee' Gray, affectionately known as "Nitagirl" departed this life on Monday, July 9, 2007. She was born on September 13, 1977. Shanita graduated from Glenn High School in 1995 and was a dedicated worker for Medcost for 5 ½ years. She leaves to cherish her memories her mother, Veronica (Johnny) Gattison; her biological father, Michael Cannon; devoted grandmothers,...
William Samuel Carpenter
Jul 9, 2007
Mr. William "Bill" Samuel Carpenter, Jr. was born Sunday, August 24, 1958. He entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 9, 2007 at North Carolina Baptist Hospital. Mr. Carpenter was born to William Samuel Carpenter, Sr., and Alice Mariah Carpenter (Horton). He was preceded in death by his daughter, Ms. Annette Hauser. His interest in music began at the age...
Howard Thomas
Jul 8, 2007
Mr. Howard Thomas, affectionately known as "June", of 2315 Montrose Avenue, Winston-Salem, departed this earth on Sunday, July 8, 2007 at Kindred Hospital in Greensboro, NC. He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife, Alice W. Thomas; four children; 13 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1pm Friday,...
James John Martin
Jul 7, 2007
Mr. James John Martin, affectionately known to all as "Chew", formerly of 775 Carl Russell Ave. started this course of life January 22, 1913. He fought a good fight, won his race, and at the independent age of 94 finished his course on July 7, 2007; (7-7-07: completion) He leaves to carry His legacy one daughter, the Rev. Gwendolyn Lynette...
Charles Monroe Winchester
Jul 7, 2007
Mr. Charles Monroe Winchester, Jr., 66, son of the late Charles M., Sr. and Lucile Redwine Winchester passed away on Saturday, July 7, 2007 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home following a period of illness. He was born on November 3, 1940 and attended the local public school graduating from Atkins High School. His occupational history consisted of employment...
Lubertha M. Kinzer
Jul 6, 2007
Following a short and courageous battle with cancer, Mrs. Lubertha M. Kinzer of Mt. Airy, departed this life peacefully on Friday, July 6, 2007, at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Robbie DeLapp in Winston-Salem. Her loving great granddaughter, Tramona Crawford, who cared for her during the extent of her illness; two granddaughters, Treva Anthony and Sandra Crews,; and her...
Aaron Mccullough
Jul 4, 2007
Mr. Aaron McCullough, 64, of Altadena, CA formerly of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2007 in that city.
Edward Lee Graham
Jul 3, 2007
Mr. Edward Lee "Chicken" Graham, 59, of 311 Clayton Street , Winston-Salem , NC made a transition to his heavenly home on Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center . He was born on March 23, 1948 and was the first of seven children to Miles M. and Ella M. Graham. He joined St. John Christian Methodist Episcopal Church...
Lemuel Johnson
Jun 30, 2007
At 12 noon, Saturday, July 7, 2007, all athletes participating in the Johnson/Riley Invitational Track Meet at Wake Forest University will pause for a moment of silence. As a tribute to Coach Lemuel Johnson, the ceremonial firing of the starting gun will signal the continuation of the annual event. Lemuel "Coach" Johnson, along with Jerry Riley, founded a local area...
Dedrick Dula
Jun 29, 2007
From Labor to Reward ….. Mr. Dedrick Dula passed unexpectedly early Friday morning, June 29, 2007 at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center . Mr. Dula was born in Forsyth County on October 24, 1965 . He was a graduate of South High School and was a former employee of Lentz Storage and Atlas Van Lines. He was presently...
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