obituaries

Nov 12, 2025

Robert Levon Adamson, 68, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was born on November 11, 1957, in Ravenna, Ohio, to Hildred Levon Adamson and Dera Oliver Adamson. From the moment he was born, Robert brought joy, strength, and a quiet determination that would follow him throughout his life. On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, Rob heard the Master calling and peacefully answered....

Nov 12, 2025

Mr. Norman Perry, Jr. affectionately known as "Skeet" was born on October 29, 1939 to George Norman Perry, Sr. and Pauline Weaver Perry both of Winston-Salem. He was called home to rest on November 12, 2025. Norman was a graduate of Atkins High School and was employed by RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company where he retired after 30 years of...

Nov 11, 2025

Jeanette Tolliver was born and raised in Winston-Salem, NC. She transitioned from this life at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on November 11, 2025 after a brief illness.

Jeanette was born July 18, 1946 to the late Lillie Beatrice Tolliver and John Baxter Tolliver. Jeanette attended Atkins High School and was a homemaker.

She loved...

Nov 10, 2025

Alonzo Arnold Lighty,  also known as "Cool Papa," was born in Winston Salem, North Carolina on March 22, 1931. His parents were Ruth Lighty Winchester and Frank Winchester. He was also raised by his grandmother, Ethel Lighty.

He attended the Winston Salem School System and after graduating from Atkins High School in 1949, he went on to...

Nov 7, 2025

James "Sonny" Edward Kenner was born on February 13, 1938, in White Stone, Virginia, to the late Cortelyou Kenner and Eva Wood. He was the youngest child and only son of this union. On November 7, 2025, James peacefully transitioned into the loving hands of God.

James received his early education in the Lancaster County School System,...

Nov 3, 2025

Clinton Walker was born December 27, 1940 in Rockingham, North Carolina to the late Hal and Esther Walker and departed this life for his eternal rest on November 3, 2025.

Mr. Walker was educated in the North Carolina public school system and completed his education at Leak Street High School in Rockingham, North Carolina. After graduating from...

Nov 1, 2025

Mary Bohannon, 90, was the beloved daughter of the late Andrew Jarrett Sr. and Cozy (Richmond) Jarrett. She was born on September 12, 1935, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She was a proud graduate of Atkins High School, and a member of Union Baptist Church. Mary later united in marriage to the late Nathaniel Bohannon.

On Saturday, November...

Oct 30, 2025

Mr. Joe Louis Mitchell

May 27,1965  – October 30, 2025

Joe Louis Mitchell was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Joe Mitchell and Gloria Goolsby. Joe, affectionately known as "Kong", graduated from Lower Merion High School in Ardmore, Pennsylvania, where he was both a star offensive and defensive tackle for the Bulldogs football team....

Oct 30, 2025

Mrs. Verlie Baird, 86, passed away October 30, 2025.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Providence Baptist Church Building Fund in Verlie's honor.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Russell Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am Thursday, November 6,...

Oct 29, 2025

Chlories Jean Pinkney Shore lifetime resident of Winston-Salem and Pfafftown, NC, transitioned from life to eternal life on October 29, 2025, at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital.

Chlories was born August 12, 1947, to the late Allen Wilson and Betty Summers Pinkney. She graduated from Carver High School in 1965. She matriculated at Winston-Salem State University,...

Oct 24, 2025

Daniel Jones, 88, passed away on October 24, 2025. He was born on March 2, 1937 in Macon County, Alabama to Dan and Emma Reed Jones.

Daniel Jones is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Carolyn Williams Jones; his daughter, Ingrid Jones; his son, Daniel C. Jones (Tosca); his brother, William Jones (Carolyn); his grandchildren:...

Oct 22, 2025

Salim Ajami Wright, a native of Winston-Salem, NC was born February 21, 1988 to the late Ronald Lindsay and Eugenia Wright. Mr. Wright went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

Mr. Wright graduated from Parkland High School in Winston-Salem, NC with the class of 2006. He enjoyed music, art and enjoyed playing...

Oct 21, 2025

Mr. Jackie Lee Samuels, 72, of Fayetteville, NC passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born and raised with a steadfast sense of purpose and compassion, Jackie dedicated his life to education and leadership. As a respected teacher and administrator, he inspired countless students and colleagues through his commitment to...

Oct 20, 2025

Stefan C. Morris was the son of Fred Morris, Jr., and Barbara Chisholm Morris.  He graduated from North Forsyth Senior High School in 1980.  He soon entered the workforce.  He was employed by Hackett Tractor and Trailer Repair.  He never met a stranger and enjoyed having conversations about computers, guns, photography, and family.

He was a devoted...

Oct 20, 2025

Margarette Taylor of 709 Woodland Ct. Winston-Salem, NC was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 20, 2025 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist due to respiratory issues.  Margarette was born in Wilkesboro, NC on April 13, 1938 and was the youngest daughter of Matt Sanders Taylor and Flossie Phillips Taylor.

She received her...

Oct 18, 2025

Ms. Vanderlyn Downing, 66, was born October 14, 1959 in Roper, NC.  She departed this life on October 18, 2025.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00pm Saturday, October 25, 2025 at First Christian Church, 2320 Country Club Road W-S, NC 27104.

Oct 16, 2025

Rev. Dr. Michael Wayne Robinson peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 16, 2025, while at home surrounded by his beloved wife, Rev. Dr. Claire Robinson. They celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary the day before on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

Rev.  Robinson dedicated his life to spreading the gospel of our Lord and...

Oct 16, 2025

Mr. Milton F. Gaddy, 72 of Winston-Salem, NC departed this life, Thursday, October 16, 2025.

He was born to the late Herbert H. Gaddy and Margaret L. Hill Gaddy in Forsyth County. Milton attended Forsyth County Schools and received his GED from Forsyth Technical College. A retiree of R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, his passions included cooking/grilling...

Oct 15, 2025

James Larry Cain, affectionately known as "Big Willie," was born on January 15, 1950, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to Annie Mae Davis Cain and Ervin Julius Cain. On Wednesday, October 15, 2025, he peacefully transitioned at Select Care in Greensboro, North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, James Allen Cain and Ronnie (Adam)...

Oct 9, 2025

Lysandra Wanetta Gaddy Roane was born on December 25, 1954 in Winston Salem, North Carolina to the late Dorothy Gaddy. She was 70 years old when she departed this earthly life on August 9, 2025 at Atrium Health in High Point, North Carolina.

Lysandra was a proud graduate of Winston Salem State University. She worked with Special...