obituaries

Jul 1, 2022

James H. Patterson, Jr., was born in Bastrop, Louisiana on September 3, 1933 to the union of James and Francis Patterson.

He departed this life on July 1, 2022.

He moved to Winston-Salem, NC in 1948 and completed Atkins High School in 1951. He earned a scholarship to Lincoln University (Pennsylvania) and graduated in 1955....

Jun 28, 2022

Mrs. Rosa Lee Belton Walker was born on November 8, 1935 in Winston-Salem, NC, daughter of Maybelle Henderson Belton and James B. Belton.  She departed this life on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.

She graduated from Atkins Sr. High, Winston-Salem Teachers College (WSSU) B.S. Degree where she pledged Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,...

Jun 28, 2022

Emma Alberta Lowery Teal of 6558 Vance Rd, Kernersville NC, was born in Forsyth County on May 25, 1933 to Luther Roosevelt Lowery and Mildred Hairston Lowery. She was called to Heaven on June 28, 2022. She fought a good fight and kept the faith.

Alberta was a graduate of Carver Consolidated High School of Forsyth County...

Jun 26, 2022

Mr. Terrice "Tyrone" Griffin was born March 22, 1967 to Sandra Griffin and Bernard Johnson in Winston-Salem, NC He departed his life on June 26, 2022 at his home.

He attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System.  He was reared in the church and attended the Messiah Community Church of Christ.  Mr. Griffin loved to paint, clean, listen...

Jun 24, 2022

Kenyare Lavon King was born October 15, 1988 to Sheleta Walker and Rodney Boyd, Sr. in Winston-Salem, NC.  On June 24, 2022 God summoned his earthly angel home at Atrium Health-Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem, NC.

He attended Mt. Tabor High School and continued his education by receiving certificates in carpentry and horticulture.  "Ken" worked several jobs,...

Jun 24, 2022

Brenda M. Marshall, affectionately known as "Beebomb", age 72, of Winston-Salem, NC, transitioned on Friday, June 24, 2022 at Trellis Supportive Care.  She was born on March 20, 1950 in Forsyth County, NC to Daniel and Viola McGill.  Brenda graduated from Atkins High School Class of 1969.  She attended Winston-Salem State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science...

Jun 23, 2022

Charles Vernell Dubose was born March 12, 1948, to the late Rosa Lee Dubose Flowers and James Leak in Winston Salem, NC. He transitioned from labor to reward on Thursday, June 23, 2022, after a period of illness.

Charles was affectionately known as "Lil' Bro" (pronounced Lil' Bruh). He graduated from Atkins High School in 1966 and...

Jun 22, 2022

Dorothy Marie France-Davis was the first child born to Otis France and Lola Belle Martin France Lowe on December 3, 1936, in Patrick, VA. After the divorce of her parents, Dorothy spent her early years living with her maternal grandparents, Gentry and Pearl Martin. She started school at age 5 with her aunts, Essie (Waddell) and Patricia who were...

Jun 19, 2022

Corey Edmond "Jack" was the son of Hilda and the late Lloyd. He was born on November 11, 1984. Corey departed his earthly life on June 19, 2022 to rest in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

He leaves to cherish loving memories: his mom, Hilda; daughter, Kaydia; grandson, Khayir; sisters, Sharon, Karlene, Angela,...

Jun 19, 2022

Brian Alexander Byrom was born on November 2, 1962 to Mr. Charlie Byrom, Sr. and Mrs. Eloiise (Daily) Byrom (who preceded him in death.)  He quietly departed this life on June 19, 2022 at his home in the loving care of his family.

Brian was the youngest of five brothers who grew up in New Brunswick, NJ. ...

Jun 18, 2022

Ms. Cassandra Ann Roberts entered this world in Winston-Salem, NC on February 11, 1952. After several years of battling illness, she began her final journey to her eternal home on June 18, 2022 at Atrium Health- Wake Forest Baptist.

An avid and passionate scholar, Cassandra began her studies as a graduate of A. H. Anderson Senior High...

Jun 17, 2022

Priscilla (Hasbin) Croxton Rucks was born to Sylvester Van Dixon, Jr. and Mary Elizabeth Hasbin Croxton on June 22, 1944, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She transitioned from this life on Friday, June 17, 2022, in Concord, NC.  Priscilla grew up in St. John CME Church.  She was proud member of the first graduating class of Paisley Senior High School...

Jun 15, 2022

Fred Jerome Miller, age 54, departed this life on Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at his home. God received another angel on that day.

Jerome was a 1986 graduate of Mount Tabor High School, Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After he graduated, he worked at Wesley Business Forms for several years. He then worked as an Orderly in the Emergency...

Jun 15, 2022

Itasca Lee Johnson Miles, affectionately known as "TAC", was born to Jimmie & Mabel Green Johnson on October 20, 1921 in Gonzales, Texas.  She was the second of four children.  Mrs. Miles departed this life on Wednesday night, June 15, 2022 at the age of 100 years & 7 months.

Mrs. Miles graduated from George Edward High...

Jun 12, 2022

Clara Jean Hairston Pinkney was born October 10, 1942. She was one of nine children born to Walter and Alma Hairston in Forsyth County. She went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 12, 2022.

Clara attended Tuskegee University and completed her undergraduate degree at NC A&T State University. She went on to earn...

Jun 11, 2022

Mr. Ervan Levern Betts, Sr. was born January 12, 1959 to Mr. Curtis Betts, Sr. and Mrs. Iwilla Ellis in Whiteville, NC. Ervan attended the local public schools in Whiteville and graduated from West Forsyth High School class of 1977 in Winston-Salem. He also graduated from Southeastern Community College in Whiteville and also attended Guilford Community College. Ervan was...

Jun 8, 2022

Mrs. Mildred Hall-Smith, affectionately known as "Tiny," 72, passed away June 8, 2022 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 6:00pm Thursday, June 16, 2022 at Russell Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Friday, June 17, 2022 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will...

Jun 7, 2022

Ricky Landis Seabrooks was born September 6, 1964 in Winston-Salem, NC to Janie Seabrooks and Howard Wilkins. He passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2022.

Ricky was educated in the Forsyth County Schools and spent 22 years working for Your Home Marketplace where he was loved by his co-workers and customers and cherished as a gentle giant....

Jun 4, 2022

Rhonda Renee Walker was born to Clifton and Barbara Fair in Winston-Salem, NC on December 9, 1961. She was immersed in the Christian community from an early age and has been a member at St. Peters World Outreach Center for nearly 50 years. Rhonda graduated from Parkland High School in 1980 and worked for Tyco Electronics (Commscope) for over...

Jun 3, 2022

Jeremiah "J5" Scales

Sunrise 11.25.2002-  6.3.2022 Sunset

Jeremiah "J5" Scales was born November 25, 2002 in Winston-Salem NC to Andrea Scales and Jesse Oliver. On June 3, 2022, Jeremiah departed this life to be with his eternal father in paradise.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm-5:00pm Friday, June 10, 2022 at Russell...