obituaries

Dec 8, 2025

Tony Vincent Conner was born October 28, 1963 in Winston Salem, NC to Robert L.  and Elizabeth R. Conner.  After a brief illness, Tony quietly passed away on December 8, 2025 at the young age of 62.  Up until the end, Tony expressed how grateful he was to have lived a life full of wonderful experiences. Tony is survived...

Dec 7, 2025

Mr. Curtiss Denard Pauling "Okie" was born on February 22, 1956, to the late Cleotus Pauling and Hattie Mitchell Mack in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After a life well lived, he passed away on December 7, 2025. He attended Fairview Elementary School -Winston-Salem, North Carolina, then Kennedy High School -Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and later graduated from Wakefield High School in...

Dec 3, 2025

Roosevelt Morrison Kellum, Sr. quietly and peacefully departed his earthly life on December 3, 2025, at his home in Charlotte, NC.

Roosevelt was a devoted husband, father, and deacon at Fresh Wind Missionary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, NC.

A public viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Thursday, December 11, 2025 at Russell Funeral...

Nov 30, 2025

Nathaniel Davis Jr., affectionately called "Bro" by family and "Mookie" by friends, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025. Nathaniel lived life to the fullest, whether spending years in New York collecting stories and adventures or returning to his hometown of Winston-Salem, NC, where he remained deeply connected to his roots.

Born on January 2, 1946,...

Nov 30, 2025

Reginald Leo Stroud, affectionately called "RED", was the beloved son of the late Mamie Stroud. He was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on November 20, 1956. His mother made sure that he knew who God was as she brought him to church at an early age; and he joined Mount Zion Baptist Church in his youth.

Reginald...

Nov 24, 2025

Johnnie Malloy, Jr. was born June 6, 1941 to Johnnie Malloy, Sr. and Hattie Simmons Malloy in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.  He departed this life Monday, November 24, 2025.

Johnnie attended the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. He was of the Christian faith.  Johnnie retired from R. J. Reynolds. He was an avid gardener, fisherman, and hunter.

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Nov 22, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Ann Wharton Robinson, who left us on November 22, 2025. She was a beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Aunt, and Friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Mary Ann Wharton Robinson was born on March 30, 1937, in Clemmons, North Carolina. She...

Nov 21, 2025

Darweshi Monta Wilson was born on November 3, 1972, the oldest son of Larry and Gail Wilson. He was affectionately called "Weshi" or "Reece".

On Friday November 21, 2025 God called Darweshi from his earthly home to his Heavenly home. He was surrounded by family members who loved him dearly. Darweshi was humble, giving and a caring...

Nov 20, 2025

Mrs. Carolyn Azalee Scales, affectionately known as "Lulu," was born October 25, 1948 and departed this life unexpectedly from the earthly realm to her eternal resting place on November 20, 2025.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her  lifelong partner, Albert McDowell; father, Christopher Scales; mother, Ophelia Boston Scales; brother, Christopher Boston; grandsons, Donte' Shipp; Jonathan McCravey,...

Nov 16, 2025

On November 16, 2025, at 10:17pm, Louise Witherspoon was called home to rest into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior at Brighton Gardens Assisted Living, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

Louise was born in Wadesboro, North Carolina, on July 24, 1931, to the late Josh and Fannie Lou Little. She later moved to Winston-Salem, NC, where...

Nov 15, 2025

Cynthia Ann Reich Love, age 74, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at Trellis Supportive Care after a brief illness with cancer on November 15, 2025. Born on March 23, 1951, in Winston-Salem, she was the beloved daughter of James Wilbert Reich and Betty Ann Cannon. Cynthia dedicated much of her life to her family and to her...

Nov 12, 2025

Robert Levon Adamson, 68, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was born on November 11, 1957, in Ravenna, Ohio, to Hildred Levon Adamson and Dera Oliver Adamson. From the moment he was born, Robert brought joy, strength, and a quiet determination that would follow him throughout his life. On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Rob heard the Master calling and peacefully answered....

Nov 12, 2025

Mr. Norman Perry, Jr. affectionately known as "Skeet" was born on October 29, 1939 to George Norman Perry, Sr. and Pauline Weaver Perry both of Winston-Salem. He was called home to rest on November 12, 2025. Norman was a graduate of Atkins High School and was employed by RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company where he retired after 30 years of...

Nov 11, 2025

Jeanette Tolliver was born and raised in Winston-Salem, NC. She transitioned from this life at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on November 11, 2025 after a brief illness.

Jeanette was born July 18, 1946 to the late Lillie Beatrice Tolliver and John Baxter Tolliver. Jeanette attended Atkins High School and was a homemaker.

She loved...

Nov 10, 2025

Alonzo Arnold Lighty,  also known as "Cool Papa," was born in Winston Salem, North Carolina on March 22, 1931. His parents were Ruth Lighty Winchester and Frank Winchester. He was also raised by his grandmother, Ethel Lighty.

He attended the Winston Salem School System and after graduating from Atkins High School in 1949, he went on to...

Nov 7, 2025

James "Sonny" Edward Kenner was born on February 13, 1938, in White Stone, Virginia, to the late Cortelyou Kenner and Eva Wood. He was the youngest child and only son of this union. On November 7, 2025, James peacefully transitioned into the loving hands of God.

James received his early education in the Lancaster County School System,...

Nov 3, 2025

Clinton Walker was born December 27, 1940 in Rockingham, North Carolina to the late Hal and Esther Walker and departed this life for his eternal rest on November 3, 2025.

Mr. Walker was educated in the North Carolina public school system and completed his education at Leak Street High School in Rockingham, North Carolina. After graduating from...

Nov 1, 2025

Mary Bohannon, 90, was the beloved daughter of the late Andrew Jarrett Sr. and Cozy (Richmond) Jarrett. She was born on September 12, 1935, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She was a proud graduate of Atkins High School, and a member of Union Baptist Church. Mary later united in marriage to the late Nathaniel Bohannon.

On Saturday, November...

Oct 30, 2025

Mr. Joe Louis Mitchell

May 27,1965  – October 30, 2025

Joe Louis Mitchell was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Joe Mitchell and Gloria Goolsby. Joe, affectionately known as "Kong", graduated from Lower Merion High School in Ardmore, Pennsylvania, where he was both a star offensive and defensive tackle for the Bulldogs football team....

Oct 30, 2025

Mrs. Verlie Baird, 86, passed away October 30, 2025.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Providence Baptist Church Building Fund in Verlie's honor.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Russell Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am Thursday, November 6,...