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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.

Mildred Boston Dwyer

Mildred Boston Dwyer

Aug 28, 2021

What A Wonderful Life

Mildred Annette Boston Dwyer, 72, of 665 Oakdale Lane, Canton, Georgia was called to Heaven's gates on Saturday August 28, 2021 while at home with her loved ones. She was born into this world February 26, 1949 in Forsyth County to her parents Lucille H. Boston & Leonard Earl Washington.

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Forrest Green

Forrest Green

Aug 28, 2021

Forrest Orlanda Jeter-Green was born in Newark, NJ on February 5, 1958 to the late Gwendolyn Jeter and John Bannister. He was called home on August 28, 2021.

Forrest was reared in Newark, NJ where he attended Newark Public Schools. Forrest graduated from Weequahic High School in Newark, NJ and attended Essex County College in Newark, NJ. ...

Tasha Renee Shavers

Tasha Renee Shavers

Aug 28, 2021

Tasha Renee Shavers was a caring mother, companion, daughter, sister, and friend. God called his angel home on August 28, 2021 at age 46. She was born in Winston Salem, NC to O'Neal and Gaynelle Shavers on September  21, 1974.

After graduating from North Forsyth High School, Tasha dedicated her life to helping others.  Her cheerful attitude...

William Alexander Reid

William Alexander Reid

Aug 27, 2021

Mr. William Alexander Reid aka "Reid" transitioned into eternity on Friday morning, August 27, 2021 at Lexington Medical Hospital in Lexington, NC. William  was born in Winston-Salem, NC on December 12, 1940 to the late Hilda Mae Reid and Alexander. He attended Atkins High School in Winston-Salem. Later in his early 20's he moved to Baltimore, MD where he...

Charlie Mae Freeland Brown

Charlie Mae Freeland Brown

Aug 26, 2021

Charlie Mae Brown, 84, departed this life to her heavenly home, on Thursday, August 26, 2021 at Silas Creek Rehabilitation Center in Winston-Salem, NC.  She is deeply loved, greatly admired, and caring.

Charlie Mae (Freeland) Brown was born to the late Susie Hunter Gilbeaux and William Freeland in Asheville, NC on October 9, , 1936. She was...

Charles Mckay, Jr.

Charles Mckay, Jr.

Aug 15, 2021

Mr. Charles McKay, Jr., 38, of 3708 Hemlock Drive passed away August 15, 2021.

Private funeral services will be held Saturday, August 28, 2021.

Interment will be held Monday, August 30, 2021 in Salisbury National Cemetery.

Dorothy Mae Young Dixon

Dorothy Mae Young Dixon

Aug 13, 2021

Dorothy Mae Young Dixon was born on May 9, 1935 in Columbia, South Carolina to Mary and Nick Young.  She was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church for 50 plus years.  Ms. Dixon served as Sunday School Secretary, Class Number 4 until her health failed.

Mrs. Dixon was preceded in death by both parents; her husband,...

Tecora Haney

Tecora Haney

Aug 13, 2021

On August 13, 2021, at Trellis Supportive Care in Winston-Salem, NC, Mrs. Tecora Haney, 94, of Winston-Salem, NC went on to meet her Heavenly Father.  Mrs. Haney was born June 8, 1927, in Iago, West Virginia.  She is survived by five loving children, Norma Jean Manns (Lonnie) of Jonesville, NC, Woodrow Haney, Jr. of Winston Salem, NC, Shirley Brown...

Mae Alice Roberts Archia

Mae Alice Roberts Archia

Aug 12, 2021

Mrs. Mae Alice Roberts Archia was born on Wednesday, April 18, 1934 in Winston-Salem, NC to Mr. Benjamin H. Roberts and Mrs. Bessie Bess Roberts.  She departed her life on Thursday, August 12, 2021.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Alfred Harmon Archia, Sr.; a daughter, Ms. Carolyn Evon Archia; and a son Richard S. Archia....

Casper Bess

Casper Bess

Aug 12, 2021

Mr. Casper Bess, 95, passed away August 12, 2021 at Winston-Salem Nursing and Rehabilitation.

He worked for and retired from Dewey's Bakery with over 55 years of service.

He is survived by his brother, James Edward Bess; special nephew, John Cunningham; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Private services will...

Martha Evans

Martha Evans

Aug 10, 2021

Martha Casey Evans was born July 13, 1940, the daughter of the late Irene Powell Sanders and Verlin Casey in Murphy, NC.  She departed this earthly life on August 10, 2021.

Christian education began at United Progressive Baptist Church and she was educated in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System.  Martha was formerly employed with Piedmont Life Tobacco...

Katara Reid

Katara Reid

Aug 10, 2021

Katara Reid was born on July 6, 1978 to Clayton and Naomi Reid. Katara attended and graduated from Carter Vocational  High School in 1999 where she was homecoming Queen and a member of the cheerleading squad. After graduation, she attended Forsyth Tech/Goodwill Industries program. Prior to her failing health, Katara attended a daily social program with her friends. Katara...

Bernice Gottlieb

Bernice Gottlieb

Aug 10, 2021

Bernice Gottlieb was born August 2, 1949, to Rudolph and Eunice DuPont in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  She passed away surrounded by the love of family and friends on August 10, 2021 in Delray Beach, Florida.

Bernice retired from a career in dentistry and will be truly missed by everyone whose life she was able to touch. Bernice prided...

Bishop Donald Hall

Bishop Donald Hall

Aug 9, 2021

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith."

(2 Timothy 4:7)

Bishop Donald E. Hall, son of the late Benjamin and Glenola Hall, was born on May 1, 1954, in the city of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Bishop Hall transitioned to his heavenly home...

Floyd Brown, Sr.

Floyd Brown, Sr.

Aug 3, 2021

Floyd Edward Brown was born on October 31, 1947 in Johnsonville, SC to the late Chester "CW" and Lillie Brown. Floyd entered peacefully into rest on August 3, 2021. Floyd Brown, known by his trucking companions as "Wind Jammer", did what he did best. Drive tractor trailers across Canada and the lower 48 states of America as a contractor...

Wanetta Belle

Wanetta Belle

Jul 28, 2021

Reverend WanEtta Harris Belle was born on August 30, 1937 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Frank B. Harris and Eva Mae Woods Harris. She transitioned peacefully at her home surrounded by family and friends on July 28, 2021.

She was educated in the local public schools of Winston-Salem, NC, attended Livingstone College and The Hood Theological...

Nathaniel Mccullough

Nathaniel Mccullough

Jul 27, 2021

Deacon Nathaniel Dewitt McCullough of the Northwood Estates Community was born September 21, 1937 to the late Bishop William O., Sr. and the late Mrs. Alice Caesar McCullough where he grew up in his father's church, Mount Calvary Holiness Church.

"Mac" or "Nate", as he was affectionately known, was a dad figure to all that met him,...

Richard Wilson

Richard Wilson

Jul 27, 2021

Richard Lee Wilson, age 76, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, July 27, 2021.

Richard was born on November 14, 1944 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Rosa Howard and William Wilson.  He attended Barber-Scotia College and finished his bachelor's degree at Winston-Salem State University.  He then worked as a long-distance truck driver for McLean Trucking...

Ramona Mcfarlane Larkin

Ramona Mcfarlane Larkin

Jul 27, 2021

Ramona "Mona" Betty McFarlane Larkin was born May 7, 1959 in South Bronx, New York to the late Mary and James Thomas.

She was preceded in death by her siblings, Dolores, Edward, Norma, and Samuel; granddaughter, Niya; and sisters-in-law, Rosa, Linda, Mary, and Lucy.

Ramona was her father's only child and as a dotting daddy's...

Susie Young Scott

Susie Young Scott

Jul 22, 2021

Mrs. Susie Young Scott entered this world on December 27, 1956, born to John Henry and Mary B. Young (who both preceded her in death). She was a proud 1975 graduate of West Forsyth High School where she participated in JROTC, Varsity Softball, Library Club, Follies, and other organizations. Mrs. Susie was a devoted Nursing Assistant at Wake Forest...

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