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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.
Darrell Eugene Coad, Sr.
Jun 21, 2020
Darrell E. Coad Sr. was born May 21, 1957 in Winston-Salem NC to Myrtle Banner Coad and Don S. Coad Sr. Darrell was the fifth eldest of nine children. He departed this life June 21, 2020.
Darrell attended Forsyth County School System and graduated for East Forsyth High School. Upon graduation, he entered the United States Army...
Ronald Lee Hawkins
Jun 18, 2020
Mr. Ronald Lee Hawkins, 66 of Lewisville, NC went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. He was born January 29, 1954 in Forsyth County to the late Howard Hawkins and Thomasina Hawkins. He was a loyal member of New Hope AME Zion Church in Lewisville, NC; where he...
Brenda Grier Norris
Jun 17, 2020
Brenda Grier Norris, 64, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020.
A viewing will be held from 12:00pm until 5:00pm Monday, June 22, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home.
Private funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens.
Wilhelmena Williams Gilliard
Jun 15, 2020
Our Heavenly Father called home our beloved Wilhelmena W. Gilliard, 64, of Winston-Salem, NC. She made her transition on Monday, June 15, 2020.
Born in Dillon, SC on January 1, 1956, Wilhelmena was the daughter and eldest of five to Ms. Nora Lee Billings. Ms. Gilliard was a graduate of the Winston-Salem Forsyth County School System from...
Pearlie Mae Humphrey
Jun 13, 2020
Mrs. Pearlie Mae Humphrey of 123 Northwoods Circle, Winston-Salem, NC , was born in Onslow County, Jacksonville, NC, daughter of Mrs. Lucy Brown Pollock and Mr. Henry P. Pollock, of Jacksonville, NC.
She was married to Rev. Benjamin F. Humphrey, Jr. for 68 years and nine months. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a...
Mattie Pearl Samuels
Jun 12, 2020
Mother Mattie Pearl Samuels was born to the late Fred and Alice Johnson-Samuels on April 15, 1938. On Friday, June 12, 2020 she transitioned from Earth to Glory.
Mother Mattie attended the WS/FCS System and graduated from Atkins High School. Mattie was a licensed cosmetologist and was employed by the City of WS for over 30 years....
Johnnie Malloy, Iii
Jun 9, 2020
Mr. Johnnie Malloy, III, 57, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020 at his residence.
A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home.
Private funeral services will be held Thursday, June 18, 2020.
Gasecener White
Jun 6, 2020
"God watched as you suffered, and He knew you had your share. So he gently closed your weary eyes, and took you in His care."
Ms. Gasecener White, daughter of Louise Simon White and Leon Ross, was born March 22, 1960 in Darlington, SC and departed this earthly life on June 6, 2020 at her residence in...
Robert Barrett
Jun 2, 2020
Robert L Barrett, 58, departed this life Tuesday June 2, 2020 .
He was the son of Truelove Johnson formerly of W-S, NC and Henry Saulters of Granite Quarry, NC.
He retired from the City of W-S after more than 20 years of service. Robert was a dedicated member of First Waughtown Baptist Church.
...Willie Leroy Morgan
Jun 1, 2020
Willie Leroy Morgan, 80, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away on June 1, 2020, after a long battle with an illness.
Willie was born in Dillon County, South Carolina to Willie and Henrietta Morgan on April 23, 1940. He attended Southside High School. He was the Supervisor of Office Supplies at Pilot Freight Carriers, and a Mail Clerk...
Mary Beatrice Johnson
May 28, 2020
Mary Beatrice Johnson "Cherry", a lifelong resident of Winston-Salem, was born on August 24, 1952. She departed this world on May 28, 2020 after a short stay at Hospice.
A graduate of Central High School, Mary's diligent work ethic was demonstrated throughout various jobs maintained at several establishments. Before retiring in 2007 due to health issues, Mary...
Jericka Nasjah Mcgee
May 28, 2020
Ms. Jericka Nasjah McGee, 21, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020.
A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home.
Private services will be held Thursday, June 11, 2020.
Edward Junior Gamble
May 28, 2020
Mr. Edward Junior Gamble, 52, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Health.
A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home.
Private funeral services will be held Monday, June 8, 2020. Interment will follow in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.
Dashan Gerald
May 27, 2020
Mr. Dashan Gerald, 43, of Rural Hall, NC passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020.
A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Friday, May 29, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home.
Private services will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2020. Interment will follow in Crestview Memorial Park, Rural Hall, NC.
Nancy Mcclain Fulp
May 27, 2020
Mrs. Nancy Fulp, 91, passed away Wednesday, May 27, 2020.
A viewing will be held from 1:00pm until 5:00pm Sunday, May 31, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home.
Private funeral services will be held Monday, June 1, 2020.
Doris Kimbrough
May 25, 2020
Mrs. Doris Norwilla Brown Kimbrough transitioned to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, May 25, 2020. Her last days were spent surrounded by family.
She will be most remembered as the matriarch of the Kimbrough Family. Commonly called Ms. Kimbrough, Ms. Kim, Granny, Granny K, Ma Kim, and Ms. Doris, what was for...
Janice Ingram
May 21, 2020
Janice Ingram, 73, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Trinity Glen.
A viewing will be held from 12:00noon until 5:00pm Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Russell Funeral Home.
Kenneth Earl Ford
May 20, 2020
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Kenneth E. Ford, 68, was raised in Fremont, NC and resided in Winston-Salem, NC.
Kenneth retired in 2017 from Sajar Plastics, Middlefield, OH. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and was a Pittsburgh Steelers fan.
He was preceded in death by his father,...
Zanian Hairston, Jr.
May 20, 2020
Zanian Hairston, Jr. was born May 18, 2020. He departed this life May 20, 2020.
He leaves to cherish his precious memory his parents, Keyonna Davis and Zanian Hairston, Sr.; his sister, Kateri Hairston; grandmother, Charlina Davis; grandfathers, JerMichael Brayboy and Keith Hairston; great grandmothers, Virginia Chandler and Dede Hairston; uncles, Damarie McKay and Xun Hairston; aunts,...
Immogene Sullivan Bray
May 14, 2020
Immogene Sullivan Bray, 74, of Winston-Salem, NC passed away May 14, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. She was born on April 13, 1946 to the late Handy B. Sullivan and Nellie Horton Sullivan in Alligator Township, SC.
She was a member of the Carver High School Class of 1964 and graduated from Forsyth Technical Community College...
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