obituaries
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.
Lula Gamble
May 25, 2022
Ms. Lula Gamble, was born to Mrs. Thelma G. Grant, whom preceded her in her homecoming. She was also preceded in death by her son, Nathan L. Gamble; three sisters, twins-Mary and Marthann, and Darlene; one brother, Alton Gamble; and one cousin, Edward Gamble.
She is survived by her three daughters, LaTonya (Gerard) Kirkland, Lakeisha (James) Legette,...
Sharon Springs Watts
May 24, 2022
Sharon Springs Watts, 61, passed away May 24, 2022 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00pm Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at Russell Funeral Home.
Charles Austin Cardwell, Jr.
May 21, 2022
Charles Austin Cardwell, Jr. passed away on May 21, 2022, after recently celebrating his 89 th birthday. Born on May 12, 1933 in Goodwill, West Virginia, Charles was the eldest child of three; son of Reba Lee and Charles Austin Cardwell, Sr. and brother to Carolyn Cardwell of New York and Donald Cardwell of Paris, France. The family lived...
Kenisha Martin
May 19, 2022
Kenisha Latrice Martin, 42, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 19, 2022. She was a graduate of Glenn High School Class of 1998. She was an employee of Novant Health (FMC) and a faithful member of First Waughtown Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Blondina Grinton; and grandfathers, Nathaniel Martin and Jeremiah Graham.
...Emma Davis Harper
May 10, 2022
Mrs. Emma Davis Harper ended her earthly journey on Tuesday, May 10, 2022, after a long and fruitful life well-lived. She was born in Forsyth County, North Carolina on October 6, 1927. She was raised by Will and Ruby Gaither. They later moved to Atlanta, Georgia where she spent most of her formative years. In the ensuing years, she...
Thelia Mae Saxon
May 10, 2022
Mrs. Thelia Mae Saxon was born to Huley C. and Edzina Ferrell on March 18, 1940 in Pineland, South Carolina. Thelia was preceded in death by her parents; and six siblings, Evelyn Wright of Tillman, South Carolina, Marvette Ferrell of Pineland, South Carolina, Roosevelt Ferrell of Pineland, South Carolina, Theresa Cody of Savannah, Georgia, Mercedes (Otis) Baize of Queens,...
Elliott Robinson
May 10, 2022
Elliott Robinson was born April 2, 1964 in Smithfield, NC to Vera M. Robinson. He departed his life unexpectedly in his home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland on May 10, 2022.
Mr. Robinson was raised and attended school in Forsyth County, North Carolina. At the age of 19, he enlisted into the US Army where he served from...
Vivian Glendora Mclaurin Williams
May 8, 2022
Vivian "Viv" Glendora McLaurin Williams passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 8, 2022. Viv was a loving wife, devoted mother, sister, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and friend. Viv was the youngest of two daughters born to Willie "Buddy" McLaurin and Maggie McLaurin on October 26, 1933 in Sampson County, NC.
Viv attended cosmetology school under...
Frances Mack
May 7, 2022
On January 4, 1930, in a small town called Tignall, Georgia, Mr. Willie and Emma Jones were blessed to give birth to Frances Patricia Mack, whom today we affectionately known as "Mother Mack." God-fearing, passionate, nurturing, and caring for many, she was born into family where her siblings were the love of her life. They are Bill, Watson, Susan,...
Brian Sebastian Brown
May 7, 2022
Mr. Brian S. Brown, 57, passed away May 7, 2022 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
Memorial services will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, May 21, 2022 at Agape Faith Church, Clemmons, NC.
Derrick Devaughn Morgan, Sr.
May 7, 2022
Derrick Morgan, 43, of Winston-Salem, NC, peacefully passed away on May 07, 2022 surrounded by loved ones, after a difficult battle with heart disease and stroke.
Derrick was born on September 22, 1978 to Valerie and Howard Morgan in the bustling city of Maryland. After Derrick graduated from Parkland High school in 1997, he pursued a degree...
Helen Robertson
May 5, 2022
Ms. Helen Robertson born September 14, 1926 in Forsyth County, NC took her well deserved rest on May 5, 2022 after a brief illness.
Helen was baptized into Trinity Baptist Church by the Rev. C. M. Thorpe. She was recently appointed Mother of the Church. Helen served for many years as a faithful member of...
Rhonda Roseborough
May 5, 2022
Rhonda Elizabeth Roseborough was a caring mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She left this world suddenly on May 5, 2022 at age 63. She was born to Pride & Susanna Roseborough on Sept 25, 1958 in Winston-Salem, NC. The third child of four siblings, Rhonda attended city schools, graduating from Carver High School then enrolling in Winston Salem State...
Rosa Miller
May 3, 2022
Deaconess Rosa Miller was born to Rosa Hancock and John Sheriff on October 10, 1940 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She departed this life on Tuesday, May 3, 2022.
Mrs. Miller was a lifelong resident of Winston-Salem, NC and a product of the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. She was a graduate of Atkins High School. Deaconess Miller graduated from...
Mae-Ella Danzilee David
May 1, 2022
Mae-Ella Danzilee David born November 25, 1940 to Virginia Covington and Kenny David who are deceased. She had two brothers, Daniel David and Kenny David that left her to be with the Lord years ago. She had three daughters, Lorianne David (deceased), Frances Smith (deceased) and Bracey Bristow. She left behind one son-in-law, James Bristow. She has 12 grandchildren,...
Darrin F. Glenn
Apr 30, 2022
Mr. Darrin F. Glenn was born October 1, 1966 in Greer, South Carolina, to Doris Shaw Glenn and the late Edward Lee Glenn.
Darrin graduated from East Forsyth High School. He joined the United States Navy where served as a Search and Rescue Swimmer (SAR). After serving in the military, he attended Winston Salem State University and...
Savannah Parker Doby
Apr 30, 2022
Our dear mother Savannah Parker Doby sadly passed away on the morning of April 30th, 2022, at 10:18am. She was 89 years young. She was a devoted mother to her 5 children and was always there when we needed her. She also had many friends and was a well-loved member of the community in Winston-Salem, NC. She passed away...
Carl Holland
Apr 30, 2022
"And I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever."
Mr. Carl Alreno Holland of 1926 Marble Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was born October 15, 1958 in Winston-Salem to Cecil and Rosa Holland. Carl, passionately known as "Bro" was a faithful member of St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church where he served in the Music and Ushers...
Albert Anderson, Sr.
Apr 27, 2022
Biographical Account of
Albert Rudolph Anderson, Sr. "RUDY"
September 12, 1926 ~ April 27, 2022
Albert Rudolph "Rudy" Anderson, Sr. was the youngest son of William Roscoe Anderson, Sr. and Livia Maud Belcher. His education included Kimberly Park Elementary School and Atkins High School in Winston-Salem, NC...
Clydia Mae Mitchell
Apr 27, 2022
Clydia Mae Streeter Mitchell was born on November 15, 1937 in Chester, South Carolina.
Clydia will be forever remembered by her husband of thirty years, Eugene Mitchell; her daughter, Cheryl Harry (Miles); along with her grandsons, Micah and Marcus Harry; she leaves to cherish beloved brothers and sisters-in-law, Helen Thomas (deceased), Shirley Fulp (Richard) of W-S, Harry...
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