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.

Helen Elaine Bess Simmons

Helen Elaine Bess Simmons

Mar 19, 2007

Ms. Helen Elaine Bess Simmons, 62, of 5185 Asia Channel Drive, departed this life on Monday, March 19, 2007 after an extended period of illness. She was born on October 25, 1944 to J.C. and Dorothy Bess of Winston-Salem, NC. She was a member of Rising Ebenezer Baptist Church. Helen was formally employed with Forsyth Medical Center where she retired...

Kirby Reaves

Kirby Reaves

Mar 19, 2007

On Sunday, March 19, 2007, Kirby Reaves, 47, departed this life at the Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, N.C. Kirby was the son of Andrew Lee Reaves and Jerotha Archie, Kirby served his country for four years as a soldier in the U.S. Army. He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Lee Reaves. He is survived...

Jesse Ray Davis

Jesse Ray Davis

Mar 17, 2007

Mr. Jesse Ray Davis, III., 55, of 2832 Bon Air Avenue , passed away on Saturday, March 17, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center following a brief illness. He was born on July 6, 1951 in Montgomery County , NC to Jesse and Leola Robinson Davis. He resided in Winston-Salem all his life and was a graduate of Atkins High School...

Virginia Louise Fleming

Virginia Louise Fleming

Mar 15, 2007

Ms. Virginia Louise Fleming, 73, of 660 Sina Avenue passed away on Thursday, March 15, 2007 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at 1:00 PM from the Union Chapel Baptist Church with Reverend Konnie Robinson officiating. The family visitation will be held from 12:30 PM until 1:00 PM on...

Margretta Smith Stover

Margretta Smith Stover

Mar 13, 2007

Mrs. Margretta Smith Stover, of 5755 Springwood Care Nursing Center , departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, March 13, 2007. She was born on January 9, 1928 to Nellie Smith and Robert Smith, Sr. She was a native and lifelong resident of Forsyth County. Mrs. Stover was educated in the public schools and was a member of United Cornerstone Baptist...

Etta Ruth Burgess Murray

Etta Ruth Burgess Murray

Mar 13, 2007

Ms. Etta Ruth Burgess Murray, 73, of 3755 Danube Drive, affectionately known as "BABY MAE", departed this life on Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at her residence. She was born on September 9, 1933 in Williamsburg County in Lake City, South Carolina to Hayes Burgess and Elvenia McFadden Burgess. She attended Carver High School in Lake City, SC. Ms. Murray was...

Theresa Francina Bell Hanes

Theresa Francina Bell Hanes

Mar 12, 2007

Mrs. Theresa Francina Bell Hanes passed away on Monday, March 12, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center after a courageous battle. A Forsyth County native, she was born on February 9, 1921, the daughter of Reverend Frank Bell and Rosie Lee Bell. Theresa was a graduate of Atkins High School and retired from Wake Forest University in the House Keeping Department....

Lottie Mae Blair

Lottie Mae Blair

Mar 10, 2007

Ms. Lottie Mae Blair, 75, died Saturday, March 10, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 1 pm Friday, March 16, 2007 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. Family visitation will be held from 12:30 pm until 1pm Friday at the chapel.

Donna Marie Greenwood Vaughn

Donna Marie Greenwood Vaughn

Mar 8, 2007

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day." 2 Timothy 4:7-8 Mrs. Donna Marie Greenwood Vaughn of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2007 at the Kate...

Georgia Robinson Davis

Georgia Robinson Davis

Mar 7, 2007

Mrs. Georgia Robinson Davis passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2007 at the Forsyth Medical Center. She is survived by her mother, Hattie Peed of Chocowinity, NC; a daughter-in-law, Mary Peed; two granddaughters, Muriel Peed-Reid and Melva Peed; two great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 10, 2007 at...

Delilah Hash Miller

Delilah Hash Miller

Mar 6, 2007

With the passing of Mrs. Delilah Hash Miller, the world is left to celebrate the life and love of one of its most outstanding towers of strength and leadership. On Tuesday, March 6, 2007, she transitioned this life to receive her eternal reward. Delilah was born on July 1, 1941 to Mildred Thompson Hash and the late Bishop Reuben K....

Iris E. Acker Carpenter

Iris E. Acker Carpenter

Mar 6, 2007

Mrs. Iris E. Acker Carpenter, 9, of 100 Carter Circle passed away on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at the Forsyth Medical Center surrounded by her family and friends. She was born on February 7, 1938 in Winston-Salem, NC to Ora and William F. Acker. She attended the local public schools and had attended Goler Memorial AME Zion Church where she...

Terion Demonte Frazier

Terion Demonte Frazier

Mar 6, 2007

Mr. Terion DeMonte Frazier, 14, of 640 Ontario Street, was called home unexpectedly Tuesday, March 6, 2007. He was born on August 15, 1992 to LeKenya C. Frazier and Timothy Adams. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents; his brothers, Timothy and Dominique McFee, and Donnell Delevalle of Brooklyn, NY; sisters, Cierra Clyburn of Winston-Salem, NC, Triniqua and Crystal...

Robert Edward Prince

Robert Edward Prince

Mar 6, 2007

Mr. Robert Edward Prince, 65, of Golden Lamb Nursing Home, formerly of University Place Apts., went home to glory on Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at the Forsyth Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 28, 1942 in Forsyth County, the son of Lenora Shoffner Prince Crosby and Reverend Julius B. Prince. Mr. Prince worked...

Joseph Learmond Hayes

Joseph Learmond Hayes

Mar 4, 2007

Joseph Learmond Hayes, born January 27, 1982 of 4130 Carnation Dr. Winston-Salem, NC went to his eternal rest on Sunday, March 4, 2007 at the age of 25. Joseph was the son of Gail Hayes and Samuel Hynes Jr. Joseph was know to his family as "PY (Porky)" and his friends as "Hamburger, Teddy, and Fat Boy." He attended George...

James Demarcus Segers

James Demarcus Segers

Mar 3, 2007

Mr. James DeMarcus Segers, 51, passed away at his home on Saturday, March, 2007 following an extended period of illness. He is survived by his wife, Evangelist Nancy Coltrane Segers of Tarboro, NC; ; two daughters, Erica L. Segers and Gabrielle Johnson all of Winston-Salem, NC; one son, Anderson Bynum of Wilson; his mother, Marilyn Geneva Segers; father, James Calvin...

Margie Malvina Macon Mumford

Margie Malvina Macon Mumford

Mar 3, 2007

Mrs. Margie Malvina Macon Mumford, 84, of 7014 Brandemere Lane , Apt. B passed away on Saturday, March 3, 2007 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born on July 2, 1922, the daughter of David Perkins and Louise Witherspoon Harper in Lenoir, NC. Margie joined Union Baptist Church, Winston-Salem , NC early in life. Later after moving...

Henry L. Hicks

Henry L. Hicks

Mar 3, 2007

Mr. Henry L. Hicks, Jr., of 5870 Brookway Drive, passed away on Saturday, March 3, 2007 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2007 at 1:00 PM from the Emmanuel Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Mendez officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from...

Henry “Hank” Levon Hicks

Henry “Hank” Levon Hicks

Mar 3, 2007

Mr. Henry "HANK" Levon Hicks, Jr. departed this life on Saturday, March 3, 2007. He was born September 23, 1953 in Harnett County , North Carolina , the son of Beulah Marie Hicks and Henry Hicks, Sr. Henry completed his secondary education in the Harnett County School system graduating from Erwin High School in 1971. He earned a BA degree...

Clevester Rice

Clevester Rice

Mar 1, 2007

Mr. Clevester Rice, Sr., 62, known to family and friends as "CLE", passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2007 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home and Palliative Care Center. He was born on July 4, 1944 in Winston-Salem, NC to Inez Rice and Jessie Witherspoon. Clevester attended the public schools of Forsyth County. He was a veteran of the...

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