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.

Jimmel Clary Williams

Jimmel Clary Williams

Oct 19, 2021

Mr. Jimmel C. Williams, 76, was born on January 3, 1945 to the late George and Essie Williams. He passed away on October 19, 2021, after a brief illness.

His early education was at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic school from First - Eight grades and he completed education within the Winston-Salem Public school system (Anderson High...

Gwendolyn Armstrong

Gwendolyn Armstrong

Oct 18, 2021

Gwendolyn Armstrong was the daughter of Booker T. and Beatrice Armstrong. She was born April 18, 1939 in Shelby, North Carolina. She departed this life October 18, 2021. She was the oldest of 3 siblings, Joyce A. Rankings and Toni A. Brown, who preceded her in death.

She graduated from Winston-Salem Teachers' College (WSSU), where she received...

Arnetha Lavonnie Howard Kimbrough

Arnetha Lavonnie Howard Kimbrough

Oct 18, 2021

Arnetha LaVonnie Howard Kimbrough affectionately known as " Netha, " " Neat " & " NeeNoc " departed her earthly life on Monday, October 18, 2021, at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, in Winston-Salem, NC.  Arnetha was born July 28, 1949, to the late Johnnie and Helen Howard in Winston-Salem, NC.  She began her school career at St. Benedicts...

Charles Matthew Carthern

Charles Matthew Carthern

Oct 16, 2021

Charles Matthew Carthern was born June 13, 1960 in Washington, DC to James and Rebecca Carthern. He departed this life on October 16, 2021 in Winston-Salem, NC.

Charles was preceded in death by his father, James Carthern; and his brother, Carl Carthern.

He is survived by his wife, Iris Carthern; children, daughter, Carla Carthern and...

Willie Mccormick, Jr.

Willie Mccormick, Jr.

Oct 14, 2021

Deacon Willie McCormick, Jr., affectionately known as "Papi" and "Papa," 83, departed this earthly life Thursday evening, October 14, 2021.  He was born on November 1, 1937, to Maudie Lee Bryant and Willie McCormick, Sr.  In addition to his mother and father, he was preceded in death by his devoted wife Mary McCormick; and four siblings, Wesley McCormick, Geraldine...

Laverne Elaine Graham Gaither

Laverne Elaine Graham Gaither

Oct 14, 2021

LaVerne Elaine Graham Gaither peacefully passed away from her earthly home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 14, 2021. She was born to the late Charlie E. Graham and Gertrude Lash Graham in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, on September 25, 1945. The youngest of eight children, LaVerne was surrounded and loved by a family who inspired her to...

Bredan Jeanine Robinson-Speas

Bredan Jeanine Robinson-Speas

Oct 13, 2021

"I am the resurrection, and the life; he that believed in me though he were dead, yet shall believe." St. John 11:25

God's Heavenly Angels came to Bredan Robinson Speas' rescue to bring her relief from her suffering on October 13, 2021 and receive her wings to Glory. She was born on February 2, 1974 to the...

Keye Lyke Porter

Keye Lyke Porter

Oct 11, 2021

Keye Lyke Porter, 63, of 1253 N. Jackson Avenue was born on June 19, 1958 to Henry F. Porter and Sarah Ruth Porter in Winston-Salem, NC. He departed this life on October 11, 2021 at his home.

Mr. Porter was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools. He graduated from West Forsyth High School where...

Vickie Lane Mcneill Johnson

Vickie Lane Mcneill Johnson

Oct 10, 2021

Mrs. Vickie Lane McNeill Johnson, of 2688 Bethabara Road, Apt. 2, Winston-Salem, passed away Sunday, October 10, 2021.  She was the daughter of the late Clarence and Virginia McNeill of Harnett County.  She was educated in the Harnett County School system and furthered her education at Winston-Salem State University with a degree in Nursing, where she also became a...

Agnes Jamison Charley

Agnes Jamison Charley

Oct 9, 2021

Agnes Jamison Charley, 87 years old, of Orangeburg, SC departed this life on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Forsyth Medical Center, Winston Salem, NC.  Born September 30, 1934 to the late Johnnie Jamison and Lucia Price.  She was the eldest of 5 siblings, Johnnie Jamison Jr. who preceded her in death, Lucia Dean Zimmerman, Willie Rowe Jr., Ruth McClary...

Michael Abraham Williams

Michael Abraham Williams

Oct 8, 2021

Michael Abraham Williams, son of the late Abraham Williams and Margaret Tillery Williams, was born on October 13, 1953, in Winston Salem NC. Michael was called home to be with the Lord on Friday October 8, 2021. In Michael's youth his family moved to Atlanta, GA where he graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. He attended Morris Brown...

Sharon Elaine Simmons

Sharon Elaine Simmons

Oct 8, 2021

Sharon Elaine Simmons peacefully gained her wings, escorted by a chorus of Angels, October 8, 2021 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist.  She was born in Winston-Salem, NC on December 25, 1951.  Sharon was the daughter of the late Valjeanne Elaine Simmons Smith and  David Dillard.  Her grandparents were Booker T. and Ida F. Simmons.  She is survived by...

Vincent Edward Mcrae, Sr.

Vincent Edward Mcrae, Sr.

Oct 6, 2021

Vincent "Bim" Edward McRae Sr., 69, of Rural-Hall, NC passed away Wednesday, October 6, 2021.  He was born August 25, 1952 in Anson County to Mae Frances McRae and James Edward McRae.  Upon graduating from Anderson Senior High School in 1970, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served from 1971 to 1973 in Southeast Asia; he received an...

Cassandra Faye Duncan

Cassandra Faye Duncan

Oct 5, 2021

Cassandra Faye Duncan affectionately known as "Faye" of Winston-Salem, NC went home to be with the Lord on October 5, 2021. Faye was born on September 17, 1956 to Joseph J. Duncan, Sr. and Pearlie Mae Hill Duncan both of Winston-Salem.

She graduated from East Forsyth High School and attended Winston-Salem State university. Faye worked at AT&T...

Charles Eugene Hicks

Charles Eugene Hicks

Oct 4, 2021

Charles Eugene Hicks was born January 15, 1937 in Utica, Mississippi to Eugene and Mary Hicks.  Charles was one of eleven children and the oldest son. He confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Green Hill Church of Christ Holiness.

As a child, Charles was educated in the Hinds County Public School System....

Wanda Cockerham

Wanda Cockerham

Oct 3, 2021

Ms. Wanda Cockerham, 63, passed away October 3, 2021.

Memorial services will be held at 3:00pm Thursday, October 7, 2021 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.

Charlita Gladena Gladden

Charlita Gladena Gladden

Oct 2, 2021

Evangelist Charlita Gladena Gladden, 66, was affectionately know to her family, friends and church members as "Bonnie". After fighting the cares of the world: walking and running this Christian race, God gave His child rest from her labors and welcomed her to everlasting life in His loving arms on October 2, 2021 at Novant Forsyth Medical Center, after fighting...

Bettie Jean Hairston Savage

Bettie Jean Hairston Savage

Oct 2, 2021

Mrs. Bettie Jean Hairston Savage, 81, passed away October 2, 2021.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 6:00pm on Friday, October 8, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.

Private funeral services will be held Saturday, October 9, 2021.  Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens.

Cedric Roberts

Cedric Roberts

Oct 1, 2021

Mr. Cedric Larmont Roberts, 55, affectionately known as "Bud", was born February 3, 1966 to Mr. Fredrick C. Roberts, Sr. and Ms. Tometta G. Roberts. He departed this life on Friday, October 1, 2021.

Mr. Roberts attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. He was a 1984 graduate of North Forsyth Senior High School where he exceled in track....

Frank Dulin

Frank Dulin

Sep 29, 2021

Mr. Frank W. Dulin, affectionately known as "DayDay", was born on February 22, 1928, in Davie County, North Carolina to the late Jasper J. and Lettie G. Dulin. He was the third son of 4 children. Mr. Dulin passed away from this life quietly and peacefully on September 29, 2021 at his home. He was a well-respected gentleman who...

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