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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.
Latasha Finney
May 16, 2021
Ms. Latasha Finney, 25, passed away May 16, 2021.
A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 6:00pm Sunday, May 23, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00pm Monday, May 24, 2021 in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.
Koren Reid-Lomax
May 16, 2021
Koren Lashea Reid-Lomax was born December 6, 1976 to Mr. Willie Bornwell and Ms. Lydia Reid. She made her triumphant transition from this life on May 16, 2021 at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.
Lashea received her education through the Cabarrus County Public School System. She later worked in the manufacturing, food service,...
Solomon Montgomery
May 15, 2021
Solomon Montgomery, age 63, of Winston-Salem, NC peacefully passed away on May 15, 2021. He was born in Florence, SC on May 3, 1958 to Roosevelt and Kay Eaddy Montgomery.
After his family relocated, he attended public schools in Winston-Salem and graduated from East Forsyth High School. There he excelled in football and was offered a scholarship...
Harding Alexander Cross, Jr.
May 14, 2021
Harding Alexander Cross Jr. was born July 3, 1942 in Lexington, North Carolina to the late Harding and Viola Cross Sr. He departed this life on May 14, 2021.
Harding was a member of New Smith Grove Baptist Church in Lexington NC, where he served faithfully for many years as Sunday School Superintendent & Adult Class Teacher....
Tracey Noble
May 13, 2021
Tracey Noble entered this world on December 26, 1969. From her youth she was educated through the Atlantic City, New Jersey Public School System. During that time, she earned track certificates for being one of the fastest girls within the various schools! Upon finishing school, she later was employed by Caesars Casino of Atlantic City, New Jersey as a...
Tina Louise Nicholson-Neely
May 13, 2021
Mrs. Tina Louise Nicholson-Neely was born to Lizzie Lee Nicholson and the late Grady Lee Nicholson Sr. in Richmond County, NC on October 3, 1967. She departed this life May 13, 2021.
A resident of Winston-Salem, NC Tina graduated from Parkland High School and was employed by Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center for more than 25 years....
Vincent Lewis Pledger
May 12, 2021
"The Book of Our Loved One"
To everything there is a season Ecclesiastes 3:1
"A Time To Be Born" …
VINCENT LEWIS PLEDGER, a loving and devoted husband, brother, brother-in-law and uncle, opened the "Book of Life" on November 22, 1956...
Dennis Peppers
May 12, 2021
Mr. Dennis Peppers transitioned from labor to reward on May 12, 2021 at his home. Dennis was born to Mrs. Rose Peppers Fuller and the late Mr. Willie Jerome Peppers, Jr. Dennis was a proud, caring, devoted husband, father, son, and friend.
Dennis was a dedicated member of Emmanuel Baptist Church where he served in many capacities...
Wendy Morgan Butterfield-Williamson
May 10, 2021
Wendy LaSean Morgan Butterfield-Williamson was born on July 22, 1962 in Roberson County, North Carolina to Carl & Janie Morgan. Being a born-again servant of God, Wendy's desire was to someday go home to be with the Lord. On the morning of May 10, 2021 her desire was acknowledged. A sweet delicate flower was plucked from this earthly garden...
Byron Lamonte' Roberts, Sr.
May 9, 2021
Mr. Byron Lamonte' Roberts Sr., 64, was born February 8, 1957 to Randy Chandler and Ruth Joan Campbell in Winston Salem, NC.
He is a graduate from Parkland High School. After completing his high school education, he began his college experience at Winston Salem State University. He was musically gifted and was able to play multiple instruments....
Ola Morris
May 9, 2021
Ola Celestine Morris, 76, gained her heavenly wings on Sunday, May 9, 2021. She was born on June 3, 1944 to the late Grace Mobley Hall and James Clyde Bess, Sr. She was a prominent business owner of Teen's Country Store, a successful real estate investor, and a retiree from RJ Reynolds Archer after 30 years of employment. Ola...
Linda Duncan Jackson
May 9, 2021
Linda Duncan Jackson
Sunrise September 24, 1950Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Sunset May 9, 2021
Linda Diane Duncan Jackson was the ninth of ten siblings, born to the late Maggie Louise McCree and James William Duncan. She had a deep and abiding faith in God and received her first interaction with the love of God...
Delores Evans Brown
May 9, 2021
Delores E. Brown, 68, entered heavens gates on Sunday, May 9, 2021. She was born on January 15, 1953 to Jay Conner and Eunice Evans. Delores was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Her former employers included Lucia, Wake Forest Baptist Hospital and Novant Health before retirement. Delores graduated from RJ Reynolds High School in Winston Salem,...
James Stewart, Sr.
May 8, 2021
Mr. James "Jay" Robert Stewart Sr., 72, departed this life on May 8, 2021 after an extended illness. He was born on October 30, 1948 in Winston-Salem, NC to Robert and Annie Loree Stewart. James attended the local Winston-Salem schools and graduated from the former Atkins High School. James realized at an early age that he loved being outside. ...
Rondal Venard Powell
May 8, 2021
Mr. Rondal Venard Powell, known as "Ron", of Winston-Salem, NC was born February 1, 1944 to the union of Lorenzo Haggard Powell and Catherine Renee Powell. He departed this life on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Trinity Glen Nursing facility.
Ron was educated Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System and was a graduate of Atkins High School. He was...
Audrey Jean Easter
May 5, 2021
Audrey Easter departed this life on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 at her home in Conyers, GA.
She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Harold Easter; her daughter, Danielle Glenn Dunson; step-daughter, Shawn Easter; step-son, Keith Easter (Sherry); four grandsons, Sedrick Dunson, Jr., Desmond Dunson, Kedrick Easter and Keenan Easter; one brother, Brian Johnson (Daphne);...
Ronald Lee Hynes
May 4, 2021
Mr. Ronald Lee Hynes, 61, departed this life Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at his home in Winston-Salem, NC. He was born April 9, 1960 to Clarence and Regina White Hynes in Winston-Salem, NC.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Michael Ray Hynes.
He attended the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools, graduating...
Jeffrey Lynn Howell
May 3, 2021
Reverend Jeffrey Lynn Howell , the second child born to Jean and William Howell was born on November 17, 1953 in Perth Amboy, NJ.  He entered into eternal rest on May 3, 2021 at Forsyth Medical Center, Winston Salem, NC.
Jeffrey spent the majority of his early childhood years in Carteret, NJ where he enjoyed...
Donald Leon Williams
May 3, 2021
Donald Leon Williams passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021 at the age of 60. He was born on August 1, 1960 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to the late Nathaniel Prophet Judge Williams, Sr. and Dorothy Thompson Williams. Donald attended RJ Reynolds High School in Winston-Salem where he received his High School Diploma. At RJ Reynolds, he was honored...
Carey Conrad
Apr 30, 2021
Mrs. Carey Conrad (Tootie) departed this life on Friday, April 30, 2021 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. She was born April 20, 1931 to the late James and Cosby Harris in Tazewell, VA.
She was a graduate of Tazewell High School. At an early age committed her life to Christ and joined Tazewell Christian Church. Her...
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