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.

Katherine Elizabeth Rowe Walker

Katherine Elizabeth Rowe Walker

Aug 19, 2007

Mrs. Katherine Elizabeth Rowe Walker of Atlanta, GA and formerly of Winston-Salem, NC passed away Sunday, August 19, 2007 in Atlanta GA. She was born November 13, 1929 in Leesville, SC to Mamie Rowe Bryant (step-father Ransom Bryant) and Sammie Etheridge. She was an honors graduate of Hampton High School, graduated from Cosmetology School, earn her Bachelor of Arts degree...

Archie D. Joiner

Archie D. Joiner

Aug 17, 2007

Mr. Archie D. Joiner, Jr., 51, passed away on Friday, August 17, 2007 at his residence unexpectedly. He was born on July 24, 1956, the son of the late Archie Sr. and Gertrude Joiner. He was a graduate of the DC Public School System. Archie recently moved to Winston-Salem, NC and was a member of the Goler Memorial AME Zion...

Nannie M. Mccluney Allen

Nannie M. Mccluney Allen

Aug 16, 2007

Mrs. Nannie M. McCluney Allen of 145 Tall Pine Court heard the voice of Jesus say, "Come unto me and rest" on Thursday, August 16, 2007 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center. Nannie was born on May 25, 1925 to L. J. McCluney and Eleanor Johnson McCluney in Gaffney, South Carolina. She was the 3rd child of eight siblings....

Maude Johnson

Maude Johnson

Aug 14, 2007

Maude Johnson passed away comfortably in her home on August 14, 2007. She had fought a heroic battle with pancreatic cancer. She is survived by her four children, Robert (Blob) Johnson, Antonia (Toni) Means, Emma Moore and Rodney Johnson. She was loved by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, but none captured her heart and made her eyes light up like her...

Nathaniel Shelf

Nathaniel Shelf

Aug 14, 2007

Early Tuesday morning, August 14, 2007, God picked Mr. Nathaniel Shelf, 66, of 2900-0 New Walkertown Road, from his Garden of Life at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center. He was born to Henry Davis and Helen Shelf on June 14, 1941. His aunt, Georgia Davis who loved him and his late brother, Roy Shelf as her own, raised him....

Tima R. Murray

Tima R. Murray

Aug 12, 2007

Mrs. Mrs. Tima R. Murray of 1555 Ralee Drive and formerly of Philadelphia, P.A., departed this life on Sunday, August 12, 2007. Tima, the youngest of 5 children was born to Thomas and Mary Braswell. She was educated in the Philadelphia, PA school system and was the owner operator of Tima's Tiny Tots and Infant Care. Tima was preceded in...

Gwendolyn Patrice Hannah

Gwendolyn Patrice Hannah

Aug 12, 2007

Early Sunday, August 12, 2007 the Lord Sent His Angels Down To Take His Servant Gwendolyn Patrice Hannah "Aunty," 68, of 212 Forest Hills Ave. on to her Heavenly Reward. She was the daughter of William Steele and Louise S. Hannah. She was a woman who showed unconditional love and support to all those who paths she crossed and came...

Sylvine Acker Hardy

Sylvine Acker Hardy

Aug 11, 2007

Sylvine Acker Hardy, 81, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 11, 2007 at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. Mrs. Hardy was born April 6, 1926 in Pickens, SC to Herman L. and Florence K. Acker. She was educated in the Pickens County and was married to Edd Hardy, Jr. Sylvine was multi-talented. She continued her education at ESR Adult...

Joseph Irving Bristo

Joseph Irving Bristo

Aug 10, 2007

Joseph Irving Bristo, Jr., affectionately known as "Joe" or "Joey", entered eternal life on Friday, August 10, 2007 doing what he loved, driving his truck. A native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Joe was born August 10, 1956 as the only child to Joseph I. Bristo, Sr. and Vernelle Drumgold Bristo, both which preceded him in passing. Joe was raised by his...

Lillie Dobson Lomax

Lillie Dobson Lomax

Aug 10, 2007

Mrs. Lillie Dobson Lomax, daughter of the late Samuel and Donnie Dobson, passed away on Friday, August 10, 2007. She was born on June 6, 1921 in Winston-Salem, NC. Lillie attended the public schools in Winston-Salem, NC. She was a licensed beautician and retired from R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. She was married to the late James Lomax, and was...

Bertha Brown Baker

Bertha Brown Baker

Aug 10, 2007

On Friday, August 10, 2007 at 12:00 noon, an angel was dispatched to Springwood Care Center of Forsyth in Winston-Salem, NC to transport Mrs. Bertha Brown Baker to her heavenly home. Born on April 29, 1915 in Wake County, NC to Neal Andrew and Sally McKinnie Brown, Mrs. Baker enjoyed a love filled, productive and divinely favored life, which spanned...

Jerry Bernard Haywood

Jerry Bernard Haywood

Aug 9, 2007

Mr. Jerry Bernard Haywood, 69, departed this life on August, 9, 2007. He was born in Orangeburg, SC on November 10, 1937 to Jerry and Catherine Haywood. He was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. Jerry was employed many years with Wyatt Quarles Seed Company and Weaver Seed Company. He was well known throughout the Happy Hill Gardens and...

Frances S. Cooper

Frances S. Cooper

Aug 8, 2007

Mrs. Frances S. Cooper, of 282 Wesleyan Lane and formerly of Washington, DC departed this life on Wednesday, August 8, 2007. Frances was born, the youngest of 16 children to John A. and Mary E. Smackum. She was educated in the Washington, DC schools and graduated from Nursing School and Atlantic Business College. She retired from a secretarial position with...

Harold J. Wigfall

Harold J. Wigfall

Aug 6, 2007

Mr. Harold J. Wigfall, 98, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Monday, August 6, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born May 13, 1909 in Brooklyn, NY to Nellie B. and Albert Wigfall. He had been a resident of Homestead Hills for the last two years, and before his death, had a brief stay at Silas...

Christine Delores Davis

Christine Delores Davis

Jul 30, 2007

Mrs. Christine Delores Davis was born on December 26, 1931 in Winston-Salem, NC to Lester and Nancy Lynch. She departed her earthly home on July 30, 2007. Mrs. Davis was a graduate of Winston-Salem Teachers College (WSSU) and was a member of Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, where she served faithfully on the Senior Choir and other auxiliaries until her health...

Eleanor King Hopkins

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

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

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

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

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…"...

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