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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.

Bernice Cross

Bernice Cross

Oct 29, 2023

Bernice Cross was born February 14, 1945 to Mr. Lewis W. Evans, Sr. and Mrs. Ellen Bowman in Winston-Salem, NC. Bernice passed away from this earthly home and transitioned to her heavenly home on Sunday October 29, 2023.

She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend and will forever be missed by all that...

Pearlie Mclaurin

Pearlie Mclaurin

Oct 27, 2023

Mrs. Pearlie Mae McLaurin, 72, was born February 16, 1951 to Legett Wilson and Lucilla Wilson in Chesterfield, SC.  She departed this life peacefully at home on October 27, 2023.  She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, daughter, and friend to many.

Mrs. Pearlie retired from Arbor Acres as their prep cook in 2005. Since...

Steven Caesar

Steven Caesar

Oct 27, 2023

Steven Douglas Caesar yielded to his Master's call on October 21, 2023 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Steven was born August 27, 1952 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Jimmy B. Caesar and Mozelle H. Caesar. He joined Kimberly Park Holiness Church at an early age and was baptized by Bishop S.M. Caesar. Steven was a graduate of North...

Rodney Lynn Kimble

Rodney Lynn Kimble

Oct 27, 2023

Mr. Rodney Lynn Kimble was born on March 2, 1956, in Concord, NC to the late Helen Virginia Kimble and Odell Isaiah Edmond in Cabarrus County, NC and raised by his maternal grandparents, Pearl (Roddy) Kimble.  Rodney peacefully entered eternal rest on October 27, 2023, at his home in Winston-Salem, NC.  Rodney was educated in both the Cabarrus County...

Margaret Payne

Margaret Payne

Oct 27, 2023

Margaret Elizabeth Barnes Payne, at the gentle age of 101, quietly departed this life and entered her eternal rest on Friday, October 27, 2023.  Margaret was born in Wilson County, NC, August 1, 1922, in the home of Rose Lee and Simon Barnes. She was the oldest of seven siblings: Purely, Daniel, Mildred, Simon, Jr., Vivian, Katherine and Carl,...

Ernest Mclean, Iii

Ernest Mclean, Iii

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....

Lester Davidson, Iii

Lester Davidson, Iii

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...

Virginia Lucille Little

Virginia Lucille Little

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...

Mary Bethea

Mary Bethea

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...

Willie Lamont Lee

Willie Lamont Lee

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....

Carla Renee Howell-Black

Carla Renee Howell-Black

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...

Delores Mackey Lomax

Delores Mackey Lomax

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...

Gary Davis

Gary Davis

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...

Orville Wyatt Mason, Jr.

Orville Wyatt Mason, Jr.

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...

Calvin Cunningham, Sr.

Calvin Cunningham, Sr.

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.

Eric Tyrone Turner

Eric Tyrone Turner

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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Anthony Yarborough

Anthony Yarborough

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...

Lela Bell Wherry

Lela Bell Wherry

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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Gwendolyn Timbers

Gwendolyn Timbers

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....

Michael Linwood Baker

Michael Linwood Baker

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...

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