obituaries

Jul 27, 2025

Deaconess Dorothy Ann Johnson February 5, 1944 – July 27, 2025

Deaconess Dorothy Ann Johnson, 81, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, peacefully entered eternal rest on July 27, 2025, at Brookridge Retirement Community, surrounded by her family.

Born on February 5, 1944, in Winston-Salem, NC, Dorothy was the cherished daughter of the late Clinton Lash, Sr....

Jul 20, 2025

Abron Griffin Jr., 47, affectionately known by his family and friends as "Rocky" departed this life on July 20, 2025.  Abron was born on January 26, 1978, to Ruby and Abron Griffin, Sr. in Winston-Salem, (Forsyth County) NC.

He was preceded in death by his father, Retired Master Sgt., Abron Griffin, Sr.; foster brother, Alexander Gregory; and...

Jul 19, 2025

Bobby Rudolph Spruill was born June 24, 1950 in Columbia, North Carolina. He was one of 13 children born to Reverend Otto Spruill Sr. and Blanche Spruill. He died peacefully at home surrounded by family on July 19, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Billy, Otto Jr., and Larry; and his sister, Carolyn.

Jul 16, 2025

With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Rev. Benjamin F. Humphrey, Jr., who went home to be with the Lord on July 16, 2025, at the age of 91.

Born on July 10, 1934, Rev. B.F. Humphrey Jr. lived a life marked by unwavering faith, tireless service, and the enduring work of his hands. Known and...

Jul 13, 2025

Tazhae Woods was born on January 8, 2002, and sadly passed away on July 13, 2025. He was a shining light in the Winston-Salem, NC area. His spirit lives on through his loving family, including his devoted mother, Sandria Woods; and father, Anthony Fitzgerald Butler. Tazhae cherished his siblings: Jada Banks, Jazmyn Butler, ChaNiya Butler, Amiyah Butler, Anthony Butler,...

Jul 13, 2025

Arleigh Alexander Bryant, Jr., son of Arleigh Alexander Bryant, Sr. and Daisy E. Hicks, was born July 12, 1988, in Winston-Salem, NC.  He was unexpectedly called to be with the Lord on July 13, 2025.

Arleigh attended Denbeigh High School, Class of 2006, in Newport News, VA and furthered his education at Strayer University.  He was recently...

Jul 13, 2025

William Martin "Bill" Chamberlain, the 2nd African American basketball player at UNC Chapel Hill was born on December 16, 1949 in Harlem, New York. Bill was the youngest son of the late Pearl and Martin Chamberlain. He received his early education in New York Public Schools and graduated from Long Island Lutheran High School in 1968. He was an...

Jul 12, 2025

Chozen Eziah Haney, who was born on April 21, 2025, peacefully passed in the arms of his parents on July 12, 2025.

Chozen was born far too soon but entered this world with a strength that defied his tiny frame. From his very first breath, he began a courageous battle in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, where...

Jul 8, 2025

"Well done, thou good and faithful servant..." – Matthew 25:23

On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at the blessed age of 84, Mrs. Rebecca Jones Green was gently called home by her Heavenly Father—on the very day she was born into this world, she was also born into eternity. She passed peacefully, wrapped in the same grace and...

Jul 8, 2025

Loretta K. Jackson, 79, departed this life on July 8, 2025 at her residence following an extended illness. She was born on September 16, 1945 in Winston Salem, NC to the late Floyd James Barber and Sallie Mae King. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Elbert Toby King and James Leroy King; an aunt, Almeana Little;...

Jul 6, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bronson "Bonnie" King Jr

October 31, 1944 – July 6, 2025

Bronson "Bonnie" King, Jr. of Winston-Salem, NC, entered eternal rest on Sunday, July 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of his devoted wife and family. With a heart full of grace and a life marked by faith, Bonnie transitioned peacefully...

Jul 5, 2025

Thornton Hairston Eaton was born on September 9, 1957.  He departed this life on July 5, 2025.  Thornton was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Dorothea Eaton; two brothers, Charles Emerson and Bernard Thomas Eaton; and nephew, Eric Eaton.

He is survived by his brothers, Ricky (Denise) Eaton, Gerard (Sandra) Eaton, and Zeffrey (Brenda) Eaton;...

Jul 4, 2025

October 14, 1939 – July 4, 2025

Marie Nesbit Hoyle was born on October 14, 1939, to the late Arthur and Elizabeth Nesbit, Sr. in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. As the seventh of thirteen children, she grew up in a vibrant, close-knit family and received her education in the Murrell's Inlet Public Schools, Murrell's Inlet, SC and...

Jul 4, 2025

Teddy Lee Moore was born April 30, 1948 to Howard Merrit and Dorothy Lee Moore. He departed this life on July 4, 2025 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard Merrit and Dorothy Lee Moore; his sister, Cheryl Moore; and brothers, Michael Moore, Carl Moore and Thomas Jackson.

Jul 2, 2025

Sunrise: December 2, 1949 ~ Sunset: July 2, 2025

I am free, praise the Lord I'm free! I'm no longer bound and no more pains afflicting me! My soul is resting and it's just a blessing! I was ready to take flight and now I am free and home at last!"

Hardworking, blessed, entrepreneur, family-oriented...

Jun 30, 2025

Glasco "Bud" Mennaugh Rice, Sr., age 79, of Winston-Salem, NC, peacefully passed away at his home on Monday, June 30, 2025.

Born on February 23, 1946, Glasco proudly served in the United States Navy; where he received an honorable discharge and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He graduated from Atkins High School and later earned...

Jun 29, 2025

Mrs. Louise Thompson McCullough affectionately known as "Ma Ma" to her grands and great grands was born in Lancaster County, South Carolina on December 25, 1922 and was blessed to live 102 years.  She accepted Christ at an early age, and joined Mount Carmel A.M.E. Zion Church in Lancaster, South Carolina.

Louise married John McCullough and moved...

Jun 26, 2025

Dorothy Mae Beaty was born on September 15, 1942, in Kinston, North Carolina to Johnnie Kelly and Lucy Kelly (both deceased). She was called to her eternal resting place on June 26, 2025, due to a period of ongoing health challenges at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital.

She attended JH Sampson Elementary School and graduated from...

Jun 24, 2025

It is with great sadness that our family announces the passing of our beloved Shepherd Johnson at the age of 78. Shepherd was born on July 10, 1946, in North Carolina to Cora Miller and Harmey S. Hyatt. He departed this life on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.

Shepherd attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and graduated from Atkins High...

Jun 22, 2025

Carolyn Wright Neal

July 24, 1941 – June 22, 2025

Carolyn Elizabeth Wright Neal died Sunday, June 22, 2025 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home at age 83. She was born in Winston-Salem, N.C., the daughter of James and Dorothy Davis.

Mrs. Neal was united in marriage to King David Neal on December...