Gettis Torrance
Jun 16, 2026
Gettis “Cliff” Torrance, affectionately known as “Bro”, “Bruh”, “Uncle Bruh” and “Uncle Cliff “was born to the late Cora Torrence and the late Geddis Anderson in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on December 29, 1931. He was the fourth of eight siblings.
Gettis was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and was a 1952 graduate of Atkins High School. Shortly after graduation, he...
Hubert Lash
Jun 13, 2026
Mr. Hubert Kenyon Lash was born April 20, 1939, and went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Hobart and Katherine Hauser Lash; and a brother, Mr. James Lash.
Hubert received his education through the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System and graduated from Carver High School, class of 1958....
Johnnie Morrison, Sr.
Jun 11, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound love, we celebrate the life of Johnnie P. Morrison, a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, godfather, grandfather, and friend. He was born May 14, 1956 to the late Haywood and Shirley Morrison. Johnnie departed this earthly life on June 11, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, generosity, and unforgettable memories.
If you knew Johnnie,...
Archie Martin
Jun 9, 2026
Archie Lee Martin was born on August 11, 1957 and was raised in Winston Salem, NC. He departed this earthly life on June 9, 2026 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.
He is survived by his wife, Janet Martin; his children, Angela Rucker and Sylvia Hinton; his grandchildren, DeMarcus Truesdale, Naja Kelley and Micah Truesdale; great grandchildren, Aniya Triplin, Jaxxon Kelley,...
Lynda Dixon
Jun 7, 2026
Ms. Lynda Dixon, 73, passed away June 7, 2026.
Funeral services will be held at 12noon Friday, June 12, 2026 at Union Chapel Baptist Church with Reverend Konnie G. Robinson officiating. Interment will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be held from 11:30am until 12noon on Friday at the Church.
Dilthra Patton
Jun 6, 2026
Dilthra Smith Patton, affectionately known as "Dip," was born on August 14, 1949. She passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, in Dobson, North Carolina, at the age of 76, surrounded by the love of her family. She graduated from Paisley High School and devoted many years of dedicated service to Hanes Hosiery. She will be remembered for her strength,...
James Whisonant, III
Jun 6, 2026
Mr. James Whisonant, III, 75, passed away June 6, 2026.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00pm Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. The family visitation will be held from 1:30pm until 2:00pm on Tuesday at the Chapel.
Willie White
Jun 4, 2026
The sunrise at 6:05am the beautiful morning of June 4, 2026 was the same morning that our beloved Mr. Willie White, Jr. left this world at 9:23am surrounded by his loving family.
He was born September 14, 1949 in Winston-Salem, NC.
He cherished and is survived by his wife, Gaberiell White; his only child, daughter, Tameka White; and his three grandchildren.
He is...
Hazel Johnson
Jun 1, 2026
On Monday, June 1, 2026, God slipped His loving arms around the soul of Hazel Annette Johnson. Hazel Annette Johnson of Winston-Salem was born on October 28, 1938, to Clarkson Sams and Thelma Vansella Johnson. She was the eldest of three siblings, one of whom precedes her in death.
Hazel graduated from Andrew Jackson High School in Jamaica, Queens, New York....
Keith Cotton
Jun 1, 2026
Keith Jerome Cotton, 50, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026.
Born on February 2, 1976, Keith was the beloved son of Clifton Cotton and the late Roxanna Dixon. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence brought strength, wisdom, and kindness to those who knew him.
Keith grew up in Hillsborough, NC where he loved riding...
James Kozel
May 31, 2026
Mr. James “Jay” John Kozel was born on July 3, 1967, to the late William Peter Kozel and Theresa Marie Wesloski Kozel in Baltimore, Maryland. He was the 9th of 10 children.
After high school, Jay joined the US Navy. He was a chef and became an executive chef after leaving the Navy. Jay had a mind of his own and...
Willie Johnson
May 26, 2026
Our beloved patriarch, Willie Ralph Johnson - known to so many as Mr. Willie, Uncle Willie, and most importantly, Granddaddy - passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026. He was born on September 6, 1931, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Willie attended Winston-Salem public schools. In 1956, Willie was inducted into the Army during the Korean War and was honorably discharged. He...
Martha March
May 26, 2026
Martha Marie Rhynehardt March, 82 was born to the late Thomas Junior and Millie Amos Rhynehardt. She graduated as valedictorian of her class at Davie County Training School. She later attended Winston-Salem State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing while also becoming a Registered Nurse. While at WSSU, she married the love of her life...
Melvin Hairston
May 25, 2026
Melvin Nathaniel Hairston (Moshe Nataniel ben Sarah) gained his angel wings on May 25, 2026, after a short but valiantly fought battle with lung cancer. He peacefully transitioned from this world in his sleep after a one day stay at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
He leaves behind to mourn his loss his adored and adoring wife...
James Ledbetter, Jr.
May 24, 2026
This is not an obituary! Oh No! This is a tribute to a life well lived. On June 21, 1945, James Walker Ledbetter Sr. and Mary Alice Ledbetter gave birth to their eldest son, James Walker Ledbetter Jr., which was his government name in Winston-Salem, NC. We’ve known him all our lives, and we prefer “Skeeter”.
Skeeter was OUR big brother....
Kelvin Foote
May 20, 2026
Kelvin Bradley Foote was born on Friday, February 13, 1959 in Iredell County to William Charles Rose and Shirley Ann Feimster. He was lovingly adopted and raised by George and Mary Foote. On May 20, 2026 he peacefully departed this life at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
Kelvin was a proud graduate of North Forsyth High School, Class of 1977....
Charles Greene
May 18, 2026
Mr. Charles Michael Greene, 19, was born March 13, 2007 in Winston-Salem, NC to Celestine Boykin and Eric Greene. Charles passed away May 18, 2026.
Charles attended New Birth Christian Community Church. Charles was a student at Winston Salem Street School (WSSS) where he was a member of the basketball team. He also works as an Auto Detailer at Twin City...
Elisa McInnis-Lark
May 11, 2026
Elisa Faye McInnis‑Lark was born on April 17, 1960, in High Point, North Carolina, to the late Huster McInnis and Asalee McInnis. From her earliest days, Elisa carried a gentle spirit, a creative mind, and a heart full of compassion—qualities that shaped her life and touched everyone who knew her.
Elisa was a proud graduate of High Point University, where she...
Arthur Gray, III
May 11, 2026
In Loving Memory of Arthur Frederick Gray III
Winston-Salem, NC - Mr. Arthur Frederick Gray III, beloved father, brother, mentor, educator, veteran, entrepreneur, and patriarch of the Gray family, peacefully transitioned from labor to eternal rest on May 11, 2026, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. A man of extraordinary wisdom, humor, generosity, and unwavering dedication, Arthur’s...
Wanda Jones
May 8, 2026
Wanda Marie Lee Jones was born October 15, 1946 in Berkeley, California along with her twin sister, Saundra Cephas to Paul William Lee and Evelyn Mildred Butler. She also had an older sister, Paulette Caw (deceased). Wanda leaves to cherish her memory a husband of forty-four years Richard Jones, Jr.; two sons, Edward Bunker (Dana), Roman Bunker, an adopted son,...