obituaries

Nov 26, 2021

James Louis White, age 84, transitioned after an extended period of illness in the home of his daughter located in Raleigh, NC where he has resided the past 10 years.  He was the first-born child on June 22, 1937 in Winston-Salem, NC to James Young and Willie Mae White-Saunders.  James was fondly remembered by his nickname, "Butter Milk", which...

Nov 26, 2021

Carrie Zenobia O'Neill Jefferson, 89, died peacefully Friday, November 26, 2021.  She was the last-born child of Maggie and Clifton O'Neill, Sr. on November 20, 1932.

She graduated from Atkins High School in 1951 and Winston-Salem Teachers College in 1955.  "Nobie" was a life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She was an Executive Secretary serving...

Nov 26, 2021

Mr. Silas Smith, 82, was born August 29, 1939 and passed away November 26, 2021.  He is survived by his loving wife, Diane of 33 years; and a multitude of family and friends.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Monday, December 6, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.  Graveside services will be held at 10:00am...

Nov 24, 2021

Mrs. Lois Teen Melvin Edwards was born on February 12, 1939 in Rex, North Carolina to Woodrow Jones and Pearl Lee Melvin Dubose. She departed this life Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at Novant Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC.

She was previously employed with Wake Forest University and Ardmore Baptist Church. She was a member of Union Bethel AME...

Nov 23, 2021

Artless Elease Carter transitioned into eternal life on Tuesday morning, November 23, 2021 at Atrium Wake Forest Baptist Health in Winston-Salem, NC. Artless  was born in Winston-Salem on October 11, 1943 to the late Elease and Luther Carter. Her service is being held on her late mother's birthdate of December 3rd. Artless attended Atkins High School. As  a young...

Nov 22, 2021

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7

Gwendolyn Jones Fulp entered her heavenly home Monday, November 22, 2021. She was born October 1, 1939 in Winston-Salem where she remained a resident. She loved her family, shopping, cooking, and working in her yard.

She...

Nov 21, 2021

On Sunday, November 21, 2021, God summoned the soul of Shadrach Anthony Golden to rest from his weary health issues on earth.  He is now peacefully resting in the arms of Heavenly Father…..

My beloved Shadrach Golden was born on September 15, 1940 in Charlotte, NC to his late biological mother, Isabelle Kinard of Hendersonville, NC and...

Nov 21, 2021

Zepplyn Renee Hicks Barker was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on November 18, 1948 to the late Allen Talbert, Sr. and Georgia H. Williams.  God sent an angel to bring her home on Sunday, November 21, 2021.  She graduated from Atkins High School and received a BS degree in Nursing from Winston-Salem State University.

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Nov 21, 2021

Valerie Diane McArthur Rowles was born and raised in Winston-Salem, NC on September 23, 1953. On Sunday, November 21, 2021 God called her home to come home to be with him.

She was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools graduating from Atkins High School, Class of 1971. School activities included Student Council, yearbook staff and drama...

Nov 21, 2021

Mr. Roger Dear Johnson, 65, passed away November 21, 2021 at Forsyth Medical Center.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Friday, November 26, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Greater Tabernacle Worship Center with Bishop Phillip McCloud officiating.  Interment will follow...

Nov 20, 2021

Ms. Kimberly Thomas, 62, passed away November 20, 2021 at her residence.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.

Private funeral services will be held Monday, November 29, 2021.

Nov 19, 2021

Ms. Teresa Hodge was born on August 7, 1947 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Mr. James T. and Mrs. Gladys Shore Hall. She departed this life on Friday, November 19, 2021. She was a graduate of Atkins High School and attended Winston Salem State University.

"Terri", as she was affectionately known, was employed at BE Aerospace where...

Nov 17, 2021

Viola Ruth Hood Kimbrough, also known to her family and friends as "Ms. Vi", "Ruth", and "Mother Kimbrough", was granted her angel wings on November 17, 2021. Her final days were spent surrounded by family.

Viola was born April 5, 1941, to Albert Boyd and Louise Alford Hood in Winston-Salem, NC. She was employed with R.J. Reynolds...

Nov 16, 2021

Pamela "Pamalia" Joyce Bush Banks, 63, passed away at her residence in Winston-Salem, NC on November 16, 2021. She will always be remembered for being a great mother, daughter, sister, and friend. She never met a stranger! She touched so many people throughout her life. We are sad to see her go but know that she is now in...

Nov 13, 2021

Earl Clarence Hood departed this life on November 13, 2021. He was born on May 19, 1959, in Winston-Salem, NC to Earl Hood, Sr., and Helen E. Hood. He attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, worked for Sara Lee Hosiery, and was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church, where he enjoyed the men's Sunday School class.

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Nov 9, 2021

Reginald Wilson was born February 22, 1955 to Hattie Ruth Prysock and Ulysses Wilson, Jr.  He went to glory on November 9, 2021.

Reginald attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools.  He was always good with his hands, and he loved to fix things.  He retired as a Lead Electrician at Salem Electric.

In addition to...

Nov 9, 2021

Mr. Willie Holman, 80, husband of Brenda H. Holman, of Clemmons, NC passed away November 9, 2021 at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born July 20, 1941 in Denmark, SC.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Friday, November 12, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm Saturday,...

Nov 8, 2021

"And he said to me, my grace is sufficient for thee:  for my strength is made perfect in weakness most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities that the power of Christ may rest upon me." 2 Corinthians: 12:9

Monday night, November 8, 2021 at 10:10pm another angel slipped past heavens gates. Josephine H. Townsend...

Nov 7, 2021

On November 7, 2021, Sylvia Conrad, 68, departed the life we know in the comfort of her family and friends. She was born July 19, 1953 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph and Selena Nichols.

Sylvia started school at 14th Street Elementary School, which has since been demolished. She went there from the first...

Nov 7, 2021

Rev. Dr. Lillie Elizabeth Lawton Travis, of Effingham, Georgia, went home to be with our Savior on Sunday, November 7, 2021 at 2pm. After a beautiful life full of faith, family, and thanksgiving, the Lord released her of all pain and suffering.

Born on May 28, 1937,  to her hard working parents, the late Ernest Asby Lawton...