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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.

Marilyn Lucette Baldwin Springs

Marilyn Lucette Baldwin Springs

Mar 2, 2024

On Saturday March 2, 2024, Marilyn Lucette Baldwin Springs, was called home to be with the Lord. She was home with her Husband and a Nurse from Trellis Supportive Care, who said as she was coming up the drive to enter the house, she saw a Hawk come up from the East and one come around from the side...

Alice Esther Correll Hawkins

Alice Esther Correll Hawkins

Mar 1, 2024

Ms. Alice Esther Correll Hawkins, 89, passed away March 1, 2024. She was born on January 28, 1935 in Forsyth County, NC to Vance and Beatrice Correll. Alice was preceded in death by her parents; six brothers; and five sisters.

She leaves to mourn her death a daughter, Sherry Eaton; son, LeRoy Hawkins; five grandchildren; five great...

Willie Earl Williams

Willie Earl Williams

Mar 1, 2024

Mr. Willie Earl Williams, 88, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away Friday, March 1, 2024 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center after an extended period of illness.

Willie was born June 25, 1935 to Vera Williams and Mike Sutton in Eden, NC and he attended school in Elizabeth City, NC. At the age of 19, he moved to...

James William Anderson

James William Anderson

Feb 28, 2024

James William Anderson

February 23, 1923 - February 28, 2024

James William Anderson was born in Tipton, GA to Paul Anderson and Anna Lee Williams.

He attended public school in Winston Salem, NC. As a young adult he moved to New York City to be with his siblings. He worked as a printer...

James Albert Johnson, Sr.

James Albert Johnson, Sr.

Feb 27, 2024

Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.  In my Father's house are many rooms. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself,...

Henry Thomas Carter

Henry Thomas Carter

Feb 24, 2024

Henry Thomas Carter, age 83, of Winston Salem, NC entered his heavenly rest on February 24, 2024. Henry was born June 23, 1940, to the late Luther Carter & Geneva Flowers. Henry was also preceded in death by his brothers, Bobby Myers and Thomas Barnes; daughter, Paula Rook; and half-sisters, Mrs. Frankie Morant and Mrs. Jackie Archie.

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Lewis Michael Smith

Lewis Michael Smith

Feb 22, 2024

Lewis Michael Smith was born on January 5, 1956, to the late David L. Smith and Mary E. Smith in Guilford County. He exchanged time for eternity on Thursday, February 22, 2024, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, surrounded by his family.

Michael attended North Carolina State University and Aviation School. He retired after 31 years...

Michelle Dover Richardson

Michelle Dover Richardson

Feb 21, 2024

Michelle Dover Richardson was born on September 1, 1947 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She graduated from Atkins High School in 1966. Michelle was employed by R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, University of Maryland Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, and Wake Forest Baptist Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Juanita and Ernest Dover; brother, Ernest...

Randall Curtis Foman

Randall Curtis Foman

Feb 21, 2024

Deacon Randall Curtis Foman was born in Washington, DC on August 26, 1948 to the late Paul M. Foman and Helen K. Foman. He was a 1966 graduate of McKinley High School. In 2018 he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Ministry from Carolina Christian College here in Winston-Salem, and was working on his Master's degree.

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William Bethea

William Bethea

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...

Myles Steven Cuffie, Jr.

Myles Steven Cuffie, Jr.

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,...

Frank Cathcart

Frank Cathcart

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...

Arvanetes Jordan

Arvanetes Jordan

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...

Roger Lenell Roseborough, Jr.

Roger Lenell Roseborough, Jr.

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...

Brandon Epperson

Brandon Epperson

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....

Dethana “Dewitt” Raleigh

Dethana “Dewitt” Raleigh

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,...

Teresa Williams

Teresa Williams

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,...

Marcus Nivens

Marcus Nivens

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...

Linda Leak Graham

Linda Leak Graham

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...

Jacob Denton

Jacob Denton

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...

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