obituaries

Oct 26, 2023

Ernest McLean, III of Winston-Salem, North Carolina took his first breath on March 9, 1951 in Sanford, North Carolina and his last breath on October 26, 2023 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was the son of the late Ernest McLean, II and Madgaline "Hannah" McLean. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael McLean Othman of New Jersey....

Oct 25, 2023

Mr. Lester Davidson, III, age 67, was born on March 19, 1956 to the late Lester, Jr. and Mary E. Davidson in Winston-Salem, NC. He departed this life peacefully at home on October 25, 2023.

Lester was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He graduated from Parkland High School in 1974 and worked at...

Oct 17, 2023

Virginia Lucille Little, whom everyone knew as "Ms. Talley" or "Grandma Talley", 70, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away on October 17, 2023 at Forsyth Medical Center.

She was born October 1, 1953 in Anson County, North Carolina and attended the Anson County Public Schools. She was truly loved by all and never met a stranger. Ms. Talley...

Oct 16, 2023

Mrs. Mary M. Bethea passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the age of 67. Mary, affectionately known as "MayMay" and "Sister", was born November 9, 1955 in Winston-Salem, NC to Charles and Doris Morrison.

Mrs. Bethea was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System where she attended Carver High School. She...

Oct 16, 2023

Willie Lamont Lee was born January 27, 1970, to the late Betty Ann Lee and Willie Longmire in Brooklyn New York.

Willie graduated from Erasmus Hall High School; he then went to work for New York City Housing Authority as an assistant community center director.  It was here Willie discovered his passion for taking care of people....

Oct 15, 2023

Carla Renee Howell-Black was born June 9, 1965 to Carl Lewis Howell and Beulah Mae Dublin Howell in Winston-Salem, NC. She departed this life on October 15, 2023.

She was a graduate of Parkland High School, Class of 1983. After graduation she began a career that spanned 10 years of employment at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital, 10...

Oct 14, 2023

Mrs. Delores Mackey Lomax of Winston Salem, NC transitioned to her heavenly on October 14, 2023. Born January 17, 1950, to the late Inez Tate and Robert Mackey. Delores had a huge heart and deep love for all her children, grandchildren, and great- grandchildren. She graduated from North Forsyth High School and retired from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company in...

Oct 13, 2023

Gary Davis, a beloved father and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2023 surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on May 16, 1957 to Mary Anderson in Rock Hill, SC.

Gary was a renowned chef and loved what he did. Gary's passion was feeding not only your body, but your soul. His passion and...

Oct 12, 2023

On October 12, 2023 the constellations welcomed another star. Mr. Orville Wyatt Mason, Jr. was a great father, loving husband, awesome leader, generous provider, and a fierce protector of his wife and son. Born in Los Angeles, California, on March 31, 1932 he was a very industrious, educated, and talented man.

He began his musical education at...

Oct 8, 2023

Mr. Calvin Cunningham, Sr. 34, passed away unexpectedly on October 8, 2023.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Saturday, October 14, 2023 at Red Bank Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend James Clyburn, Sr. officiating. The family visitation will be held from 12noon until 1:00pm on Saturday at the Church.

Oct 7, 2023

2 Timothy 4:7 (KJV) - "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, and I have kept the faith."

Brother Eric Tyrone Turner "AKA RED," departed his earthly home and transitioned to his heavenly home to rest on October 07, 2023, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home with family at his bedside.

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Oct 4, 2023

Anthony Willis Yarborough was born to the late Pency Mills Yarborough and the late Andrew Lee Yarborough, III in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on November 20, 1953.

He attended the public schools of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County and was a member of the 1972 graduating class of East Forsyth High School.

Anthony began his early Christian education at...

Oct 1, 2023

Lela Bell Wherry was an identical twin born on December 28, 1939, the third child born to the union of the late Jannie Lee (Watson) and John Davis in Schlater, Mississippi.

Lela grew up on a farm where she loved taking care of animals. She was kind and gentle - always willing to help others.

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Sep 30, 2023

Our beloved Sister Gwendolyn Ross Timbers was born on September 26, 1942 to the late Lillie Black in Charlotte, NC.  As a Charlotte native, Gwendolyn attended the CMS Public Schools. She graduated from West Charlotte High School in 1960.

After high school, she then attended Piedmont Community College where she received her Associate in Health Care Services....

Sep 30, 2023

Michael Linwood Baker, II was born in Winston-Salem, NC on March 5, 1975.

He was a graduate of Parkland High School.

He passed away on September 30, 2023 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.

He leaves behind to cherish precious memories, his wife, Melissa Baker; his three sons, Trey Baker, Antwon Baker, and...

Sep 29, 2023

Perlicer Vann Johnson, aged 68, also known as "PC" passed away on September 29, 2023 in Winston Salem, NC. He was born on February 27, 1955 in Winston Salem, North Carolina to Perlicer Johnson Sr. and Betty Jean Johnson. He was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Mary Johnson and Sandra Johnson Hood. Perlicer is survived by...

Sep 27, 2023

Evelyn Gholston Hicks, affectionately known as "Earline", was born in Winston-Salem, NC on August 2, 1938 and received her heavenly wings on September 27, 2023.

Evelyn was born to Earl Thompson and Roberta Gholston, both preceded her in death.  She was raised by her aunt and uncle, Robert and Katie Gholston, who also preceded her in death....

Sep 24, 2023

Ms. Paula Mimms Baker, 72, was born October 24, 1950 and passed away September 24, 2023 in Kernersville, NC.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00pm Wednesday, October 4, 2023 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.

Sep 23, 2023

Mr. Ernest Rennard Dubose, aka "Cuda" was born in Winston-Salem, NC on March 6, 1953. He departed this life peacefully in his sleep at home on September 23, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Susie May Dubose; his father, Ernest Jackson; three brothers, Phil Dubose, Ernest Jackson and Ben Dubose; one son, Ernest Rennard...

Sep 22, 2023

Ms. Margaret Covington, daughter of the late Samuel Mack Thomas and Reverend Minnie Broadway Thomas, was born August 9, 1928 in Anson County, North Carolina. Margaret was one of thirteen children. All of her siblings preceded her in death.

Margaret, affectionately known as "Mork", was kind and sassy. In her youth, she attended the Fairview Church of...