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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.

Charles Hawkins

Charles Hawkins

Sep 22, 2021

Mr. Charles Hawkins, 80, passed away September 22, 2021.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 6:00pm Friday, October 1, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.  Private services will be held Saturday, October 2, 2021.  Entombment will be held Tuesday, October 12, 2021 in Salisbury National Cemetery.

Joseph Daniels, Sr.

Joseph Daniels, Sr.

Sep 22, 2021

Joseph Rochelle Daniels, Sr.

On September 22, 2021, Joseph R. Daniels, Sr. transitioned at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. He was the youngest son of Mary T. Daniels and Moses D. Daniels. Joseph was born on December 14, 1947 in Winston-Salem, NC.

Joseph was baptized at an early age at Christ Temple Apostolic...

Taqwella Chiles

Taqwella Chiles

Sep 19, 2021

Mrs. Taqwella Shawnya Chiles, 36, passed away September 19, 2021.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 6:00pm Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.  Private services will be held Friday, October 1, 2021.

George David Edward Lorenzo Erwin

George David Edward Lorenzo Erwin

Sep 18, 2021

"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes, and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away." Revelation 21:4 (KJV)

George David Edward Lorenzo Erwin was born on November 26, 1987. He is the son of Reverend George Erwin...

Chiquita Rene Coad

Chiquita Rene Coad

Sep 16, 2021

Chiquita Rene Coad was born October 27, 1960 in Winston-Salem, NC to Don S. Coad, Sr. and Myrtle Banner Coad, the second youngest of nine siblings.  She departed this earthly life on September 16, 2021.

She graduated from East Forsyth Senior High School class of 1978.  Shortly after high school she joined the United States Army where...

Carmela Valentine

Carmela Valentine

Sep 16, 2021

~A Life Well Lived~

Mrs. Carmela Furches Valentine was born on January 18, 1962 to James Furches and Ruth E. Moses-Furches.  She departed this life to be with her mother in Heaven on Thursday, September 16, 2021.

Carmela enjoyed connecting with others and was adored by all.  She had truly become the matriarch of her...

Christine Peak Astrop

Christine Peak Astrop

Sep 16, 2021

Christine Peak Astrop transitioned to heaven from a room filled with love and Zion songs early Thursday morning, September 16, 2021. She was born June 10, 1932 to Hurbert Peak and Alice Medley Peak in Winston Salem, North Carolina.

A graduate of Atkins High School, she retired from The Western Electric Company.

For most of...

Lois Hargroscales

Lois Hargroscales

Sep 15, 2021

Mrs. Lois HargroScales , 57, passed away September 15, 2021 in Clarksburg, MD.

The family visitation will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, September 25, 2021 at United House of Prayer For All People.

Private family funeral services will follow on Saturday at the Church.

Washington Junior Coleman

Washington Junior Coleman

Sep 15, 2021

Mr. Washington Coleman, 73, passed away September 15, 2021.

There will be no public viewing.

Private graveside services will be held Tuesday, September 21, 2021.

Willie James Brooks

Willie James Brooks

Sep 12, 2021

We are confident, I say; and willing rather to be absent from the body; and to be present with the Lord.  2 Corinthians 5:8

Mr. Willie Jay Brooks, age 84, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina departed this life peacefully at Forsyth Medical Center on September 12, 2021. He was born in Warrington, GA. And later migrated to New...

Charles Junior Davis

Charles Junior Davis

Sep 11, 2021

Charles Junior Davis, 75, passed from earth to reward on September 11, 2021, at Forsyth Memorial Hospital after a brief illness. He was born on April 27, 1946 in Walkertown, North Carolina to the late Arthur William Davis and Rosa Mae Davis.

Charles was educated in the Forsyth county school system. He graduated from Carver High School...

Jeanette Marie Mccaskill

Jeanette Marie Mccaskill

Sep 11, 2021

Jeanette Marie McCaskill was born April 13, 1948, in Hamlet, NC. Early in her childhood the family moved to Winston Salem, NC.

Jeanette was raised in the Happy Hill Gardens community of Winston Salem. She graduated from Atkins High School and later obtained an associate's degree in Business. She relocated to the Maryland and New York area...

Charlene Leake Gaddy

Charlene Leake Gaddy

Sep 9, 2021

Miss. Charlene L. Gaddy was born February 26, 27 1952 (she celebrated both days) Thomas W. Leake and Evelyn Sutton Leake. She departed this life Wednesday, September 9, 2021 to sing on God's heavenly choir at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Carolyn Leak; and her two brothers, Tyrone Leak and...

Betty Legrand

Betty Legrand

Sep 8, 2021

Betty Jo Legrand was born July 3, 1932 in Winston-Salem, NC to Kelvin and Mabel Grier Legrand.  She was a resident of Winston-Salem, NC for the majority of her life.  Betty transitioned on September 8, 2021 at her residence, 4575 Westhill Place, Kernersville, NC.

She attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools. Betty moved to New Jersey where...

Cynthia Denise Williams

Cynthia Denise Williams

Sep 7, 2021

Ms. Cynthia Denise Williams, 66, entered this life on August 23, 1955, and transitioned to eternal rest on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. Cynthia was the youngest of four children.

She was preceded in death by her father, Charlie M. Williams; sister, Charlean E. Witherspoon; and grandson, Julian M. Williams.

Cynthia attended Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools...

Cheryl Ann Young

Cheryl Ann Young

Sep 6, 2021

Cheryl Ann Young ended her earthly journey on September 6, 2021 at 12:50am at Forsyth Medical Center to join her Heavenly Father.

Cheryl was born on June 21, 1949 to the late James T. Young and Louise E. Young; she was the third of five children. Her brothers, James L. Young and Wayne T. Young preceded her...

Mary Elizabeth Kinard Douthit

Mary Elizabeth Kinard Douthit

Sep 4, 2021

Mary Elizabeth Kinard Douthit

April 16, 1935 - September 4, 2021

Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, Mary Elizabeth Kinard Douthit, 86, passed away peacefully in her home in Winston-Salem, NC on Saturday, September 4, 2021. She was a graduate of Atkins High School, and attended Winston-Salem Teachers College, and was a member of...

Willie James Medlock

Willie James Medlock

Sep 4, 2021

Mr. Willie James Medlock, 94, passed away September 4, 2021.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 6:00pm Friday, September 10, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.

Private funeral services will be held Saturday, September 11, 2021.  Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens.

Lenora Regina Thomas

Lenora Regina Thomas

Sep 4, 2021

Lenora Regina Thomas was born August 27, 1961 in Winston-Salem, NC to Lloyd  Thomas and Josephine Hairston. She peacefully departed this life September 4, 2021 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.

She attended the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools and graduated from Parkland High School in 1979.

Lenora worked for Johnson Controls for 28 years and...

Jasper Austin, Jr.

Jasper Austin, Jr.

Sep 3, 2021

Jasper Austin, Jr. was born in Lee County, South Carolina on December 16, 1952 to the late Jasper and Dessie Austin. He entered eternal rest on Friday, September 3, 2021.

"Pony", as he was affectionately known, attended the Lee County Schools.  He joined St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church at the age of 12 under the leadership of...

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