obituaries

Feb 4, 2026

Kathleen M. Smith was born and lived a life rooted in love, service, and togetherness.  She was the kind of woman who showed up for others not out of obligation, but from the heart.  Loving people came naturally to her, and she gave that love freely, often placing the needs of others before her own.

"Moochie" deeply...

Feb 4, 2026

Norma Claudia Brown, 78, of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, surrounded by family and friends.

Norma was born on October 14, 1947, in Durham, NC, to the late Clyde and Maude Brown. She was the fourth child of this union. She was preceded in death by her brother, Clyde Brown, Jr., and her...

Feb 3, 2026

Judith Neal Conner, 74, passionately known as "Judy" was born January 7, 1952, to the late John Alton Neal and Edith Erline Neal in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.  With all powers in HIS hands, she slipped from her earthly realm into her eternal body on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Mountain Valley Hospice and Palliative Care (Yadkinville, NC).

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Jan 30, 2026

Mr. Charles Leon Williams was born on December 15, 1959, and was called home on Friday, January 30, 2026. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Bettie Jo Williams.

Leon leaves to cherish his precious memory his devoted father, Thad Williams; his children, Carmelita Woodard and Kalil Porter; seven loving sisters, Barbara (Charles) Morton, Mable...

Jan 30, 2026

Jacqueline Evans Spease was born on March 21, 1961, in Winston Salem, NC. She passed peacefully on January 30, 2026, at Forsyth Medical Center.

Jacqueline was a loving Mother and Grandmother, Aunt, Cousin and friend and will forever be missed by all that she has touched. She was proceeded in death by her parents Samuel Lee Border...

Jan 29, 2026

Mrs. Shantea Rena Carter, age 59, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away on January 29, 2026. Shantea was born and raised in east Winston-Salem, NC. She was a proud 1986 graduate of R.J. Reynolds High School. In her latest career, she dedicated 17 years of service to Krispy Kreme, where she was known for her strong work ethic and...

Jan 28, 2026

Iris Iva Lee Warren Flynt, known as Iva and affectionately called "Muh" and "Iris Rose," passed away at the age of 94 on January 28, 2026. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and a pillar of strength for her family.

Born on April 18, 1931, in Oak Ridge, North Carolina, she was the second of...

Jan 26, 2026

Clarence William McKee, Jr., affectionately known as "Mack," was born on August 2, 1941, in Rowan County, North Carolina, the son of the late Clarence Eugene and Nannie Connor McKee. He was called by God to his eternal rest on January 26, 2026, at Trinity Glen in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

In addition to his parents, Clarence was...

Jan 24, 2026

Harrison Eugene Lash, affectionately known as "Gene," was born on October 24, 1935, to the late Oliver Eugene Lash and Mable Golden Lash. He peacefully departed this life on January 24, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, surrounded by the love of his nieces and nephews.

Gene was educated in the Stokes County School system. As...

Jan 23, 2026

Barbara Ann Delois Greenwood Glenn, 83, formerly of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 23, 2026. She transitioned at her home in Little Elm Texas, with her family by her side, following a lengthy illness and hospice care.

Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Glenn; her parents, Pearline and Louis Porter,...

Jan 17, 2026

Evelyn Terese Hairston was born on April 28, 1965 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to the late Arthur W. Hairston and Genel P. Hairston. She attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County public schools and graduated from Parkland High School.

Evelyn continued her education at Guilford Community College, where she earned her license as a cosmetologist. With a passion for beauty...

Jan 16, 2026

John Tyler Harris, IV was born to Linda Diane and John Tyler Harris, III on May 5, 1983, and transitioned to be with the Lord on January 16, 2026.

He attended and graduated from Glenn High School in Winston-Salem, NC. He also graduated from Forsyth Technical Community College with a major in computer repairs. John was a...

Jan 14, 2026

Joseph E. Johnson, born April 8, 1951 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away on January 14, 2026.

Joseph, better known as “Joe”, will be remembered as a man of class, a proud United States Marine, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a man whose intelligence, humor, and fierce love for his family shaped the lives of all who knew him.

Joe honorably...

Jan 13, 2026

Christine Mabry was born May 6, 1936 in Maxton, NC. She passed away January 13, 2026. She received her formal education at the local Winston-Salem/ Forsyth County Schools. She was employed at RJ Reynolds

Tobacco Company for 17 years. Christine was married to Charles Mabry for 40 years.

She was preceded in death by her...

Jan 12, 2026

Willaseaina M. Shore, lovingly known as "Sena," daughter of the late James McCoy and Jerusha Spriggs, peacefully entered eternal rest on Monday, January 12, 2026, surrounded by her devoted family. She was preceded in death by her stepson, Desie Scales.

Sena was a faithful member of United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, where she was a devoted member...

Jan 10, 2026

Willie Lee Pledger, Sr., affectionately known as "Buddy," was born on October 24, 1947, in Plymouth, North Carolina, to the late Willie Britton and Rodena Hassell. He peacefully transitioned from this life on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Novant Medical Hospital ICU, surrounded by family, friends, and loved ones.

Willie graduated from Forsyth Technical College in 1984....

Jan 10, 2026

Barbara Dawn Orrell sailed off with Jesus on her 67th birthday, living from January 10, 1959 to January 10, 2026.

She is survived by her twin brother, Tim Orrell, her only child, April Dawn Jones, her four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Although she was born, raised and died in Winston Salem, North Carolina, she lived many places...

Jan 4, 2026

Donald Mathews, a man of quiet strength and a beloved pillar of his family, passed away on January 4, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on February 13, 1938, to Helen L. Matthews and James R. Lewis, Donald's roots were deep in Winston-Salem. He was raised with love and devotion by his great aunt, Mary Love, and his...

Jan 3, 2026

Lydia Estelle Brooks Cross, affectionately known as "Pookie" was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She attended Paisley High School, Class of 1965. She began her career with the Bahnson Company and later retired from Winston-Salem State University.

A true natural-born comedian, she had an extraordinary gift for bringing laughter into any room. Pookie loved people deeply and...

Jan 1, 2026

LaJuanda Corinne Ellis was born on May 26, 1983 in Columbia, South Carolina to Ella Corinne Calvert and Juan Rodriguez Ellis, who raised her with love, strength, and unwavering support. From a young age, she displayed a vibrant spirit, a kind heart, and a natural ability to bring joy to those around her.

Whether it was her...