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.

Addie Hubbard

Addie Hubbard

Feb 21, 2022

Mrs. Addie Jean Walker Hubbard, affectionately known as "Nana", passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022 at 7:20pm.

She was born in Winston-Salem, NC to Rachel Walker and Albert Smith Adkins.  Addie graduated from Atkins High School.  After graduating high school, she moved to New Jersey where she met the love of her life, Charles R. Hubbard. ...

Donald Deloss Scales

Donald Deloss Scales

Feb 21, 2022

Mr. Donald DeLoss Scales, "aka D.D.", 84, of Winston-Salem NC, was born July 3, 1937.  He transitioned this life peacefully at Trellis Supportive Care on February 21, 2022.  He is preceded in death by his parents, LC Scales and Lois Scales Hilliard; and his brothers, Mr. James J. Scales and Mr. Leon T. Scales.

Donald was a...

Allen Alexander Jackson, Jr.

Allen Alexander Jackson, Jr.

Feb 20, 2022

Mr. Allen Alexander Jackson, Jr., 87, passed away February 20, 2022 at Jefferson Hospital, Washington Township, NJ.

Reflections from Mr. Allen Jackson, Jr.:

I just want to say thank you. Thank You for allowing me to be in your lives, and having me be apart of yours. Thank You for loving me and letting me...

Elizabeth Ann Thompson Holmes

Elizabeth Ann Thompson Holmes

Feb 19, 2022

ELIZABETH ANN THOMPSON HOLMES

July 9, 1945 - February 19, 2022

Mrs. Elizabeth Ann Thompson Holmes passed away Saturday morning, February 19, 2022 at her residence in the loving care of her family at the age of 76. She was the daughter of the late Lizzie Hairston Arledge and Bill Thompson...

Essie Bryant

Essie Bryant

Feb 17, 2022

Mrs. Essie M. Bryant of Winston-Salem, NC passed into eternal rest on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at her home after a lengthy period of illness. She was born on April 28, 1929 to the late Robert and Essie Wilks of Chester, SC.  She was raised in Chester, SC where she attended the Chester County Public School System and worshipped...

Daisy Roddy

Daisy Roddy

Feb 15, 2022

Mrs. Daisy C. Roddy, 74, passed away February 15, 2022.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Russell Funeral Home.  Graveside services will be held at 1:00pm Friday, February 25, 2022 in Gardens of Memory, Walkertown, NC.

Everett Leon Martin

Everett Leon Martin

Feb 13, 2022

Everett Leon Martin was born in Winston-Salem, NC, on December 15, 1958, to Everett Lee and Peggy Brown Martin.  He departed this life suddenly on February 13, 2022.  Leon attended the public schools of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County and in 1977, he graduated from East Forsyth High School.  After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, where, after basic training and...

Laruin Crockett

Laruin Crockett

Feb 10, 2022

Mr. Laruin Fredrick Crockett, "FRED", was born September 6, 1975 and passed away February 10, 2022. Laruin was the son of Judy Crockett and the late Codell Crockett, Jr.

Laruin leaves behind to cherish his memories two sons, Quentin and Quency; one daughter, Bella Smith; four sisters; three brothers; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family...

Sarah Elizabeth Jenkins Boone

Sarah Elizabeth Jenkins Boone

Feb 9, 2022

Sarah Elizabeth Jenkins Boone was born on May 23, 1928, in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late Richard and Mattie Jenkins. On February 9, 2022, she departed this life peacefully in Brunswick, Ohio.

Sarah was educated in the Norfolk, VA Public School System and furthered her education at Little State College, now known as Norfolk State University. Sarah...

Taylor Miller, Jr.

Taylor Miller, Jr.

Feb 8, 2022

On Tuesday, February 8, 2022, Taylor Miller, Jr., affectionately known as "Bro" to his family and "Miller" to his friends, departed this earthly life and entered into eternity. Taylor was born in Winston-Salem, NC on June 11, 1943 to the late Taylor Cherry Miller, Sr. and Helen Hunt Miller.

Taylor was a graduate of Atkins High School...

Kenneth Warren Woodruff, Sr.

Kenneth Warren Woodruff, Sr.

Feb 7, 2022

Kenneth W. Woodruff, Sr., 72, peacefully transitioned from this life, surrounded by family and friends in the early morning of February 7, 2022. Kenneth was a decorated veteran who served in the Vietnam War.

Kenneth was born on April 8, 1949 in Winston-Salem, NC to Milton and Mazie Woodruff. He attended Paisley High School, where he enjoyed...

Thelma Petree

Thelma Petree

Feb 7, 2022

Thelma Louise Ijames Petree left her earthly tabernacle Monday, February 7, 2022 from the Village Care Nursing Facility in King, NC.  She was born May 29, 1953 to the late Clara Louise Ijames where upon her death, her three children, Thelma, Patricia, and Carolyn were reared and raised up as siblings along with the other children of their grandparents,...

Montie Neblett

Montie Neblett

Feb 7, 2022

Montie Christian McRae Neblett was born on October 16, 1928 to the late James Jay Little and Tennie Mae McRae in Wadesboro, North Carolina. With the help of "Big Momma", she was raised by her mother and her stepfather, Rueben Alexander Watson. She departed this life on February 7, 2022, at the home of her daughter Emma Rickard in...

Willie Mae Grace

Willie Mae Grace

Feb 5, 2022

"Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies." Proverbs 31:10

Willie Mae Grace, a loving wife, devoted mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, relative, and friend, passed peacefully on Saturday, February 5, 2022. Willie Mae was an only child born to Virgil and Coley Byrd on December 1, 1925, in Winston Salem, NC....

Maurice Jackson

Maurice Jackson

Feb 5, 2022

Mr. Maurice Jackson, 57, passed away February 5, 2022 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Friday, February 18, 2022 at Russell Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 12:30pm Saturday, February 19, 2022 at St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Gardens of...

Robert Yancey, Jr.

Robert Yancey, Jr.

Feb 5, 2022

Robert Nathaniel Yancey, Jr., "Bobby", was born April 6, 1957 and departed this life February 5, 2022 after an extended illness.  He accepted Jesus Christ as his savior at an early age.  He attended St. Benedict the Moor  and Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Schools.  Graduating from East Forsyth Sr. High School, he pursued higher education at West Virginia...

Donald Maurice Alexander

Donald Maurice Alexander

Feb 4, 2022

Donald Maurice Alexander was born August 16, 1935 in Winston-Salem, NC.  He is the oldest of three sons born to Howard Alexander and Bernice White Alexander at City Memorial Hospital.  Donald departed his earthly home to go be with the Lord and his wife Annie on Friday, February 04, 2022.

Donald was raised and educated in Winston-Salem....

Charles Barker

Charles Barker

Feb 4, 2022

Charles Sherrill Barker, 71, began his life on June 19, 1949 and peacefully transitioned from life to eternity on Friday, February 4, 2022 after an extended illness.

Charles was an amazing chef by trade.  He loved to cook and made it his mission to take care of everyone around him.  Charles was a Veteran of the US...

Tasha Cody

Tasha Cody

Feb 3, 2022

Ms. Tasha D. Cody, 46, passed away February 3, 2022 in Raleigh, NC.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Friday, February 18, 2022 at Russell Funeral Home. Private services Saturday, February 19, 2022.

Almeana King Little

Almeana King Little

Feb 3, 2022

Almeana Elizabeth King Little was born on July 9, 1933 in Greenwood, South Carolina to James King and Lizzie Mae Williams King. She took her flight to Heaven on Thursday, February 3, 2022.

Almeana moved to Winston-Salem, NC in the forties where she attended Atkins High School. She ultimately made her way to Wake Forest Baptist Hospital...

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