obituaries

Sep 6, 2023

Mrs. Lillie Mae Mickle Blyther of Winston-Salem, NC  departed this life early Wednesday morning, September 6, 2023 at  Grace Heights Rehabilitation Center after an extended illness. Mrs. Blyther was born April 26, 1943 to Mr. James Mickle and Mrs. Catherine McCorkle Mickle. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Mr. Hezekiah Blyther; one sister, Mrs. Doris Hickmon;...

Sep 4, 2023

Antonio Nigel Giles, affectionately known as "Tony", was born in Winston-Salem, NC on March 19, 1966 to Doretha Ann Pigford (Clifford D. Giles, Jr.) and Willie Cremedy. He called his stepfather, Angus "Go-Go" Lowery "Daddy."  On September 4, 2023 Tony entered the Gates of Heaven as his final resting place, after a short battle with COVID.

Tony...

Sep 2, 2023

Priscilla Estelle Stephens, 79, daughter of the late Gladys Mae Stephens, was born on July 4, 1944 in Winston-Salem, NC.

Priscilla was a graduate of John Walter Paisley Senior High School.  While attending Paisley she enjoyed playing basketball, softball, and soccer.  She was named "Most Likely to Succeed in Athletics."  Ms. Stephens began driving for Safe Bus...

Aug 30, 2023

Ramel Walton Shelf, also known as "Coot" to her family and friends, was born in Winston-Salem, NC on May 17, 1936 to Nathaniel Walton and Rosa Maye Stiff. She passed away peacefully on August 30, 2023, at Peak Resources Assisted Living in Charlotte, NC at the age of 87.

"Coot" was educated in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools....

Aug 28, 2023

Myra Porter Smoot, 61, was born on September 20, 1961 to Henry F. Porter and Sarah Ruth Winchester Porter in Winston-Salem, NC. She moved to her Heavenly home on Monday, August 28, 2023, after a few days on in-home hospice care.

Mrs. Smoot was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools. She graduated from West Forsyth High...

Aug 28, 2023

Pamler Denise Moore, also known as "Pamela", was called home to be with the Lord on August 28, 2023, at the age of 57. Pamler was born in Forsyth County, North Carolina on August 8, 1966, to Mary Louise Moore and Carnell Stevenson. Pamler attended North Forsyth High School and was of the Baptist faith. Pamler had a strong...

Aug 26, 2023

Jerry Lee Marlin was born on November 16, 1954, to Jones and Alma Marlin in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was 1 of 9 children. Jerry married his high school sweetheart, Mazie Capers Marlin, on January 5, 1977.  From this union of 46 years came two sons: Jeramie Alexander and Jarret Braxton Marlin. Jerry loved his family and the family...

Aug 23, 2023

Ms. Grace Louise Bush Davis was born on August 6, 1932, in Mocksville, NC. She was raised by her mother, Ruby Bush, and by her Aunt Dettie and Uncle Leo. Her dear mother, Ruby, passed away when Grace was in her early 20s, and Grace would often recount to her family how kind and humble her mother was. Those...

Aug 22, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah Arlenia Massey Anderson on August 22, 2023, at 64 years old. Deborah was born on April 16, 1959 and she brought compassion, wisdom and lots of laughter into the lives of those she touched. She was the "LIFE OF THE PARTY". She loved everyone in her life...

Aug 20, 2023

Rudolph Valentino Boone, Sr., born on July 20, 1927, in Norfolk, Virginia, gracefully reunited with the love of his life on August 20, 2023. He was preceded in passing by his cherished wife of 72 years, Sarah Elizabeth (Jenkins) Boone, who transitioned to glory in February 2022. Rudy Sr., born to the late Lizzie Miller Boone and Anderson Boone,...

Aug 18, 2023

Kenna Marie Cundiff was a bouncing baby girl, born on June 21, 2023. Kenna brought such happiness to her family and was the apple of everyone's eye. On August 18, 2023, our darling brown eyed bundle of joy made her triumphant entrance to Heaven. Although her time was not long, she was able to give those around her a...

Aug 17, 2023

Kevin Bernard Evans, 57, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Kevin was born July 18,1966 to the late Bobby Gene Evans and Christine Lane Evans. Kevin was affectionately known as "Lil Cat" or just plain old "Catfish."

Kevin was preceded in death by his father, Bobby Gene "Catfish" Evans; his maternal...

Aug 17, 2023

King James Franklin Booker was born July 12, 1964. He was a loving father, brother, uncle, and friend.

James departed this life on August 17, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Julia A. Walker; his mother, Georgia Mae Jordan; and his beloved nephew, Tony T. Crockett.

Aug 16, 2023

On Wednesday, August 16, 2023, our beloved, Donnie Howard Montgomery transitioned his earthly life peacefully after a very courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.  Donnie was born September 12, 1960, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Kay France Eaddy-Montgomery and the late Roosevelt Montgomery.

Donnie was raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and attended WSFC Schools. He was a...

Aug 13, 2023

Aaron Donnell Jarrett, Sr. was born July 29, 1950 and passed away August 13, 2023 at Trellis of Winston-Salem.

He was educated by the WSFC school system where he completed his education at Paisley High School.  He worked for Clarios (formerly Johnson Controls Battery Division, Inc.) for 33 years until he retired.

He was a...

Aug 10, 2023

Mr. Michael O'Neil Blackmon, 71, was born August 27, 1951 to the late Marvin Blackmon, Sr. and Helen T. Blackmon in Winston-Salem, NC.  He gained his heavenly wings Thursday, August 10, 2023 after an extended period of illness.

Michael was a graduate of Atkins High School Class of 1969.  Known for his love of singing; while in...

Aug 4, 2023

Katie McKay Carpenter was born in Darlington County, South Carolina to Douck and Susanna McKay on March 30, 1935. Katie, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend made her peaceful transition to her heavenly home on Friday, August 4, 2023.

At the age of 17, Katie moved to Winston- Salem, North Carolina. Katie was a...

Aug 1, 2023

Ms. Vendetta Hege was born on May 15, 1948 to Lucille and John Thomas Hege, Sr. She departed her life on August 1, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters,  Equilla Miller and Carolyn Hege; and brother, John Thomas Hege, Jr.

She leaves behind two children, Harold Hege and Tomica Hege...

Aug 1, 2023

Mr. Russell L. Moore was born on May 2, 1971 to the late Carsandra M. Koger in Winston-Salem, NC.  He departed this earthly life on August 1, 2023.

Russell was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools and was a graduate of East Forsyth High School where he was a football player. He was loved by so...

Jul 31, 2023

Mary Helen "Sweet" Denning was born August 18, 1944, in Winston- Salem NC, to the late James Willie Boozer and Tecora Tidwell Boozer. She entered into eternal life on July 31, 2023, peacefully at home.

Childtime Learning Center formerly employed her for over 20 years. She attended St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, NC, where she...