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.

Arnethea Karen Brown

Arnethea Karen Brown

May 9, 2007

Suddenly on May 9, 2007, the angels came to usher Arnethea Karen Brown to her heavenly home. She was born on May 28, 1962 to Elmer Brown, Sr. and Mozelle "Candy" Johnson. She attended St. Benedict the Moor Catholic School and also attended Forsyth County public schools, Irving Senior High School in El Past, TX, and graduated from The American...

James Walter Dendy

James Walter Dendy

May 7, 2007

Mr. James Walter Dendy, 79, also known as "Pie" and "Walt", of Springwood Care Center went to his heavenly reward on Monday, May 7, 2007. He was a long time member of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church and retired from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company after 26 years of service. Memories of Pie will be cherished by his wife Geneva; daughters,...

John William Mccarrell

John William Mccarrell

May 7, 2007

As God looked down from His throne of Grace. He saw it was time to call one of His children home, to receive his reward. He chose John William McCarrell Jr., know to friends and family as Johnny. Mr. McCarrell was born May 17, 1947 to John W. McCarrell Sr. and Thelma Chapman McCarrell. He departed this life on May...

Lonnie Anthony Thompson

Lonnie Anthony Thompson

May 6, 2007

Mr. Lonnie Anthony Thompson, 35, was called home unexpectedly on Sunday, May 6, 2007. He was born December 5, 1971 in Winston-Salem, NC to Bernice M. Thompson and Wardell Boyd, Sr. He attended Parkland High School and was employed by Clemmons Concrete. He was also a member of the Carolina Knights Motorcycle Club. He was preceded in death by his...

Yvonne Clayton Johnson

Yvonne Clayton Johnson

May 1, 2007

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." Mrs. Yvonne Clayton Johnson of 4210 Jasmin Court, Winston-Salem, was born Aug. 13, 1948, in Anderson, S.C., to Katie Lee Brown and the late Romeo Dean Clayton. She peacefully departed this earthly life on Tuesday, May 1, 2007. Mrs. Johnson worked for Bowman Gray...

George Ervin Gordon

George Ervin Gordon

Apr 29, 2007

Mr. George Ervin Gordon of 2722 Kilkare Avenue was born on March 25, 1928 to Bernie and Rebecca Felder Gordon in Winston-Salem, NC. He departed this life on Sunday, April 29, 2007 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home after a brief period of illness. He attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public School and was retired from Brenner Iron and Metal...

Samuel Martin Cook

Samuel Martin Cook

Apr 26, 2007

Mr. Samuel Martin Cook, Jr., the son of the late Samuel and Eva Cook passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 26, 2007. Sam was born on January 9, 1945 in Winston-Salem, NC where he was a graduate of Atkins High School. He attended A&T State University and later graduated from Forsyth Technical Community College. Sam owned and operated Cook and...

Middie David Glymph

Middie David Glymph

Apr 23, 2007

Middie David Glymph, Jr. of 2027 Lincoln Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC departed this life on Monday, April 23, 2007 after a period of illness. He was born on January 30, 1932 to Middie and Idella Glymph. He was a graduate of Atkins High School Class of 1950, and attended Hampton University in Hampton, Virginia. He was a retired employee of R....

Mary Ann Manning

Mary Ann Manning

Apr 23, 2007

Ms .Mary Ann Manning, also known to her family and friends as "Little Mary" departed this life on Monday, April 23, 2007. She was born on October 9, 1969. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm on Thursday, April 26, 2007 from the Russell Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor S.L. Duren officiating. Internment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The...

Willie “Baby Ray” Davis

Willie “Baby Ray” Davis

Apr 20, 2007

Mr. Willie "BABY RAY" Davis, 72, was called home on Friday, April 20, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born in Duplin County, NC on May 20, 1934, the son of William Forest and Callie Lofton Davis. He received his education in the Duplin County Public School System. He was united in Holy Matrimony to Malaria Cox Davis and...

Lester Myers

Lester Myers

Apr 17, 2007

"But they wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary, and they shall walk, and not faint" Isaiah 20:31 On Tuesday, April 17, 2007 God called home to rest Mr. Lester Myers, Jr. following a period of illness. "LIL LES or JR." as he was...

Lester Myers

Lester Myers

Apr 17, 2007

"But they wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary, and they shall walk, and not faint" Isaiah 20:31 On Tuesday, April 17, 2007 God called home to rest Mr. Lester Myers, Jr. following a period of illness. "LIL LES or JR." as he was...

Stacy Michelle Allen

Stacy Michelle Allen

Apr 16, 2007

Ms. Stacy Michelle Allen of 1308 Calvert Drive passed away on Monday, April 16, 2007 at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. She was born on March 8, 1968 in Winston-Salem, NC. Stacy attended the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools and was a member of St. Mark Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mrs. Lula Ann...

Malissa Davenport Johnson

Malissa Davenport Johnson

Apr 15, 2007

Mrs. Malissa Davenport Johnson, 85, formerly of Kentucky Avenue, departed this life in Sunday, April 15, 2007 at the CRT Golden Lamb Nursing Home. She was born on January 29, 1932 in Lexington, GA to the late Howard and Rosa Lee Kemp Davenport. Mrs. Johnson graduated from Chadbourn Negro High School and later moved to Winston-Salem, NC where she met...

Albert Bradley Samuel

Albert Bradley Samuel

Apr 12, 2007

Mr. Albert Bradley Samuel, Sr. of 3827 Barkwood Dr., Winston-Salem, NC was born January 18, 1932 in Winston-Salem, NC to Hasker B. Samuel, Sr. and Willie M. Samuel. He attended the Forsyth County Public Schools and also Winston-Salem Teachers College now known as Winston-Salem State University. Mr. Samuel passed away Thursday, April 12, 2007. He was of the Holiness Faith....

Irene Doris Poteat Burnette

Irene Doris Poteat Burnette

Apr 11, 2007

Mrs. Irene Doris Poteat Burnette of 617 W. 13th St., Winston-Salem, better known as "Ms Poteat," passed away Wednesday, April 11, 2007, at her residence. She was born on June 21, 1932, in Burlington, the daughter of Pink Lewis Poteat and Linnie Mae Poteat and had lived in Winston-Salem for most of her life. She was a member of Rising...

Hannah Geneva Hightower

Hannah Geneva Hightower

Apr 11, 2007

Mrs. Hannah Geneva Hightower, 97, was born November 29, 1909 in Bridgeport, Indiana. She was one of six children born to James and Etta Lee Burton. She was married to Dr. James P. Hightower. She passed away Wednesday, April 11, 2007. In 1950 she moved to Indianapolis, Indiana to Winston-Salem, NC with her husband and three daughters. In addition to...

Robert Lee Lemon

Robert Lee Lemon

Apr 10, 2007

Mr. Robert Lee Lemon, Jr., affectionately known to family and friends as "TIPPY" of 1150 Lowvalley Court, Rural Hall, NC passed away on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at the Wake Forest University/Baptist Medical Center. He was born on August 5, 1939 in Winston-Salem, NC, the son of Joanah Bennett Lemon and Robert Lee Lemon, Sr. Mr. Lemon worked for the...

Scott Dominick “Jr” Wagner

Scott Dominick “Jr” Wagner

Apr 10, 2007

Scott Dominick "JR" Wagner was born on April 24, 1981 and departed this life on April 10, 2007 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Scott, affectionately known as "JR" by his family and friends attended Parkland High School and graduated from Forsyth Technical Community College in 1999. Scott was employed at Amp in Greensboro, NC until 2005. He...

Cheryl Wisley

Cheryl Wisley

Apr 8, 2007

Ms. Cheryl Wisley of 891 Northwest 12th Street, Winston-Salem, NC passed away on Easter morning, April 8, 2007 unexpectedly. She was born on September 25, 1958 to Ella Speaks and Norman Speaks. She leaves behind to celebrate her life her daughters, Keshi, TaShandra, and Marquita Wisley of the home; two granddaughters, Nadia and Nyallah of the home; three sisters; two...

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