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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.

Julian Royster

Julian Royster

Jan 15, 2021

Mr. Julian Howard Royster was born December 30, 1940 in Durham, North Carolina to the late Albert Lawing and Catherine Royster. Julian passed away Friday, January 15, 2021 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston Salem, North Carolina. Julian was 80 years old.

Julian was a resident of the Winston- Salem community for over 30 years where he...

Alice Gambrell

Alice Gambrell

Jan 14, 2021

Mrs. Alice Gambrell, 81, passed away January 14, 2021 at Forsyth Medical Center.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Thursday, January 21, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home. Private services Friday, January 22, 2021.

Napoleon Cloud

Napoleon Cloud

Jan 14, 2021

Napoleon Rosebrough "Rosebud" Cloud was called to heaven on Thursday, January 14, 2021, after serving the Lord for 87 years.  Affectionately known as "Big Po, Po Po" and "Coach Cloud", Napoleon was born the eleventh of 12 children on August 11, 1933, to the late Janie Dunham Cloud and the late Roseborough Baker Cloud in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

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Gertrude Wilkes

Gertrude Wilkes

Jan 11, 2021

Gertrude Witherspoon Wilkes was born on January 13, 1924 to Willie and Daisy Witherspoon of Lancaster, SC.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Napoleon Wilkes; son, Napoleon Wilkes, Jr.; her parents; and eleven siblings.

"Gert", as she was affectionately called, began her early years in Waxhaw, NC until the eighth grade.  She continued he education...

Calvin Chambers

Calvin Chambers

Jan 9, 2021

Mr. Calvin Chambers, 41, passed away January 9, 2021 at Wake Forest Baptist Health.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 6:00pm Friday, January 15, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.  Private services will be held Saturday, January 16, 2021.  Interment will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.

Chester Willis

Chester Willis

Jan 7, 2021

Mr. Chester Lee Willis, 66, passed away January 7, 2021 at his residence. Private services will be held Friday, January 29, 2021.

Curtis Wilks, Jr.

Curtis Wilks, Jr.

Jan 4, 2021

Mr. Curtis Wilks, Jr., passed away January 4, 2021 at Wake Forest Baptist Health.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Friday, January 8, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.

Private funeral services will be held Saturday, January 9, 2021. Entombment will follow in Gardens of Memory, Walkertown, NC.

Doris Harris Williams

Doris Harris Williams

Dec 29, 2020

Doris Harris Williams was born December 19, 1934 in Winston-Salem, NC, the last child of 10 born to George and Fannie Harris.  She departed this earthly life on December 29, 2020.

Doris graduated from Lincoln Academy High School in Kings Mountain, NC and attended Winston-Salem Teachers College.

She was a member of Phillips Chapel Missionary...

Luke Jones

Luke Jones

Dec 29, 2020

Mr. Luke Jones, 85, passed away December 29, 2020.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Russell Funeral Home.

Private graveside services will be held Friday, January 8, 2021 in Salisbury National Cemetery.

Lena Benson

Lena Benson

Dec 28, 2020

Mrs. Lena Ijames Benson was born September 7, 1936 to the late Ola Mae Petree and the late Washington Ijames. She was raised by her mother, Ola Mae Petree and her stepfather, the late Jessie Petree, Sr.

Lena attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and graduated from Atkins High in 1954.  She later married the love of her...

Booker Timothy Winn

Booker Timothy Winn

Dec 27, 2020

Booker Timothy Winn, 72,  passed away peacefully on December 27, 2020 after a brief illness.

He was born in Goldsboro, NC on June 18, 1948.

He attended and graduated from Governor Morehead School in Raleigh, NC in 1968. He was a member of the wrestling team in which he received numerous trophies and had a...

Robert Singletary

Robert Singletary

Dec 27, 2020

Remembering Robert Pedro Singletary

"Bobby"

To some he may be forgotten, to other just a part of the past, but to those who loved and lost him, His memory will always last.  Just a cluster of beautiful memories, sprayed with millions of tears, wishing that God could have spared his...

Rebecca Jenkins

Rebecca Jenkins

Dec 26, 2020

Mrs. Rebecca Frazier Jenkins transitioned from this life on December 26, 2020 at her residence.

She was born on February 7, 1954 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Athanette F. Keaton and Hugh D. Keaton. She completed her early education at West Forsyth High School and later graduated from Winsalem Business College. After several years of employment,...

Willie Lee Moore

Willie Lee Moore

Dec 25, 2020

Mr. Willie Lee Moore, 71, passed away Friday, December 25, 2020 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Monday, December 28, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home.

Private funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 29, 2020. Interment will be held Thursday, December 31, 2020 in Salisbury National...

David Lee Jackson

David Lee Jackson

Dec 23, 2020

David Lee Jackson, 81, of Kissimmee, FL, was called to the Lord on December 23, 2020. He was born on August 3, 1939 to Eliza Jackson and Mary Frell-Jackson.

David graduated from Atkins High School in W-S, NC. He attended The University of Maryland, Military Studies in various parts of the United States while serving in the...

Gregory Keith Burns

Gregory Keith Burns

Dec 22, 2020

Mr. Gregory Keith Burns was called to his eternal home on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.  Greg, as many people called him, was a vibrant man with a huge personality and love for life. He was a native of Winston-Salem, NC, born on July 10, 1963 to Margaret Burns and Walter Burns.   He was...

Elizabeth Deramus

Elizabeth Deramus

Dec 22, 2020

Elizabeth Martina Deramus was born to the late Mathias and Grace France on June 16, 1942 in Brooklyn, NY.  She attended primary schools in Brooklyn, NY and graduated from Eli-Whitney Vocational High School.  Upon graduating, she worked at an insurance company, the bank, and finally Con Edison.  Elizabeth served over twenty years at Con Edison.  She started in public...

Mannie Archie Hardin, Jr.

Mannie Archie Hardin, Jr.

Dec 20, 2020

Mr. Mannie "Jiggy" Archie Hardin, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 20, 2020 peacefully surrounded by his loving family in Winston Salem, NC. Mannie Hardin, Jr. was born in Winston Salem, NC on December 21, 1943. He graduated from Carver High School in 1967; later that year he entered the US ARMY right after...

Kenneth Dodd, Sr.

Kenneth Dodd, Sr.

Dec 19, 2020

On Saturday, December 19, 2020, God sent HIS Angel to take HIS child and our loved one to Heaven.

Kenneth Cornell Dodd, Sr. was born on December 14, 1942 in Stokes County, N.C.  to the late James Matthew and Thelma D. Dodd.

Kenneth was educated in the Stokes County School System and was a graduate...

Kenneth Archie

Kenneth Archie

Dec 18, 2020

Minister Kenneth W. Archie, 62, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020.

A viewing will be held from 1:00pm-5:00pm Monday, December 21, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home

Private services will be held Tuesday, December 22, 2020.  Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.

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