obituaries

Feb 20, 2024

On February 20, 2024 God called his son William C. Bethea home to be with his Heavenly Father.  William C. Bethea was born to Cleveland Bethea and Earlene Bethea in Forsyth County on October 26, 1960. He was educated at Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools at North Forsyth Senior High School where he received his diploma. William was formerly employed at...

Feb 20, 2024

Myles Steven Cuffie, Jr., a husband, father, and grandfather, passed away in his sleep on February 20, 2024 at the age of 55. Born and raised on Long Island, Myles leaves behind his wife of 35 years, Terri; his four children, Wes, Ben, Rachel and Raquel; and nine grandchildren, Wes, Jr., Ben, Jr., Anthony, Mason, Andre, Cali Rae, Alex,...

Feb 19, 2024

Pastor Frank Cathcart, 79, was born February 20, 1944 in Rock Hill, South Carolina to James Cathcart and Rosetta Moore Cathcart. He departed this life on February 19, 2024 at Greenhaven Health and Rehabilitation Center, Greensboro, NC.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Rosetta Cathcart; and several siblings.

Left to cherish...

Feb 19, 2024

Arvanetes Smith Jordan was  the daughter of Willie Smith, Sr. and Flora Smith.

She was born December 6,1964 in Winston Salem NC. She gained her heavenly wings to be with the lord on February 19, 2024.

She received her academic education in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County School System where she graduated high school at Parkland...

Feb 18, 2024

As the sun dipped below the horizon on Sunday, February 18, 2024, in Jacksonville, FL, it also set on the extraordinary life of our beloved Roger Lenell Roseborough Jr. Born on March 22, 1975, in Winston Salem, NC, Roger's journey was illuminated by the joy of Little League baseball and Pop Warner football, igniting passions that would shape his...

Feb 17, 2024

Brandon Epperson was born on May 4, 1982 in Forsyth County and departed this life on February 17, 2024 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center after a brief illness.

Brandon attended the local schools and received his diploma from South Park High School.

Brandon enjoyed attending the National Black Theater Festival held in downtown Winston....

Feb 16, 2024

Sunrise February 1, 1943 – Sunset February 16, 2024,

Dethana "Dewitt" Raleigh waited humbly until he passed away on February 16, 2024, at Summerstone Health and Rehabilitation in Kernersville, NC. Dewitt was loving, gentle and always had a smile with lots of charisma to all those he was acquainted with. After graduating from Paisley High in 1961,...

Feb 14, 2024

Dr. Teresa Ann Williams, age 58, of Brooklyn, NY, returned to her heavenly home on February 14, 2024.  Dr. Williams was a Godly woman who loved the Lord and her family. She set an example for her children and grandchildren that will lead them all their lives.

Dr.  Williams was born in Brooklyn, NY on June 20,...

Feb 14, 2024

Mr. Marcus Antonio Nivens, 62, loving father, son, brother, uncle, and friend was born October 9, 1961 in Winston-Salem NC. He unexpectedly departed his earthly life on Wednesday, February 14, 2024.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Monday, February 26, 2024 at Russell Funeral Home.

A service of remembrance will be held...

Feb 13, 2024

Ms. Linda Leak Graham was born in Washington, DC on October 19, 1950 to Arthur Odell Leak and Judy Williams Leak. Linda peacefully departed this life on Tuesday morning, February 13, 2024, with her loving daughter by her side.

Linda was a 1969 graduate of Atkins High School and a graduate of Winsalm College and Davidson County...

Feb 12, 2024

Jacob Augustus Denton was born on May 14, 1943 in Clarendon, Jamaica.  He was a man of country living and he knew all about fruits, vegetables, and raising farm animals.  The family lived off the land, Jacob being the sixth of nine children in the 1940's relied heavily on imagination in his youth, while growing up in a strict...

Feb 11, 2024

Mr. John T. Page, 65, passed away February 11, 2024.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00pm Saturday, March 2, 2024 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.

Feb 11, 2024

William Alexander "Mr. Bill" McClain was a man of and for the people of Winston-Salem.  Based upon Christian principles, his humble efforts influenced the lives of the most challenged in the community-our children.  His passion was in preparing youth to be responsible and productive citizens.  Thousands of children have achieved success because he listened, he taught them to listen;...

Feb 9, 2024

On Friday, February 9, 2024, James Hubert Crosby, affectionately known as "Dickie" was called on his heavenly journey.  He was born July 3, 1960 in Winston-Salem, NC.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Friday, February 23, 2024 at Russell Funeral Home.

A homegoing celebration will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, February 24,...

Feb 9, 2024

Jessie Lee Harriman, Sr. was born April 28, 1977 to Deborah Lynn Parker and Jessie David Leake. His siblings are Lisa and Tereasa Leake, and Jessie Leake, Jr. In addition to his parents and siblings, he leaves behind his beautiful, loving wife, Mrs. Keshia McNeill-Harriman, whom he adored and cherished; his children, Shykim Harriman, Khadijah Harriman, Jessie Harriman, Jr.,...

Feb 5, 2024

Elaine Florence Bryant suddenly departed this life on Monday, February 5, 2024 at the age of 77 at her residence in Winston-Salem, NC.  Elaine was born on July 7, 1946 in Washington, DC, the daughter of the late Claude S. and Mary Whitfield Finney, one of four girls.  She received her early education from the DC Public Schools and...

Feb 5, 2024

Mr. Martinez "Pete" Carlos Smith passed away peacefully on Monday, February 5, 2024, at his home. Pete was born on September 19, 1955, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to the late Forrest and Francina Smith. He completed his education at a high school in the Forsyth County school system and later worked as a janitor in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County...

Jan 31, 2024

On January 31, 2024, Willie Edward Cole, Jr., 63, of Winston-Salem, NC, after a valiant fight, peacefully transitioned from his earthly home to Glory.

He was born on September 15, 1960, to the union of Willie Edward Cole and Gloria Sales Cole. He was known to many as "J" or "June" Cole.

He was educated...

Jan 29, 2024

Bradley Gerard McManus, age 32, departed this earthly life on Monday, January 29, 2024. Bradley was the second-born son of Daniel Gray McManus, Jr. and Lisa Witherspoon McManus. Bradley graduated from Carter G. Woodson High School and was a crew leader for Wilco-Hess/Speedway on the management track.

Born on May 30, 1991, five minutes after his twin...

Jan 26, 2024

Adelaide "Laide" Price was born November 26, 1934, in Ellerbe, NC.  The Lord called her home on January 26, 2024.  She passed in her home while sleeping surrounded by family. Her illness may have been visible, but her name was already written on the Lambs Book of Life.

Adelaide graduated from Ellerbe High School in 1953.  She...