obituaries

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.

Nancy Marie Cowan

Nancy Marie Cowan

Oct 16, 2019

Nancy Marie Cowan affectionately known as "Cookie", 60, was born October 27, 1958 in Winston-Salem, NC to Walter Cowan, Sr. and Grace Whitworth Cowan.

She departed this life October 16, 2019 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

She graduated from Parkland High School in 1989.

Nancy's favorite hobby was drawing and her greatest...

Lillie Bell Earles Scruggs

Lillie Bell Earles Scruggs

Oct 13, 2019

Lillie Bell Earles Scruggs was born in Spartanburg County, South Carolina on April 28, 1923 to the late Benjamin Doc Earles and Nannie Smith Earles.  She was the oldest of twin girls (Nina Bell).  She and her twin Nina Bell were the youngest of twelve siblings.  They were affectionately known as Chunk and Splinter, respectively, in their early childhood....

James William Miles

James William Miles

Oct 12, 2019

Mr. James William Miles, 74, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2019 at his residence.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Friday, October 18, 2019 at United Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Alvin T. Armstead, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 12:00noon on Friday...

Priscilla Elaine Scales

Priscilla Elaine Scales

Oct 12, 2019

Ms. Priscilla Elaine Scales was a native, very devoted, very well loved and respected resident of Winston-Salem, NC her entire life. She departed this life October 12, 2019 at Bermuda Commons Nursing & Rehabilitation Center located in Advance, NC following a long period of illness.

Priscilla was born December 24, 1948 to Willie Lee Scales and Ada...

Fredrick Kelly Miller

Fredrick Kelly Miller

Oct 12, 2019

Mr. Fredrick Kelly Miller, 68, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2019 at Wayne UNC Health Care, Goldsboro, NC.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm Saturday, October 19, 2019 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. James Moses officiating. The family visitation will be held from 1:30pm until 2:00pm on Saturday at the Chapel.

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Magelene Wilson Keys

Magelene Wilson Keys

Oct 11, 2019

Ms. Magelene Wilson Keys, 93, passed away Friday, October 11, 2019.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, October 19, 2019 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Lawrence Adams officiating. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 12:00noon on Saturday at the Chapel.

Kelvin Leon Thompson

Kelvin Leon Thompson

Oct 11, 2019

Mr. Kelvin Leon Thompson known as "Cray Cray" was born August 4, 1962 to the late Leo Thompson Sr. and Doris Glenn Thompson. He departed his life on Friday, October 11, 2019. He was a native and a resident of Forsyth County he attended the Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools.  He worked at Little Richard's Barbecue for five years...

Ward Beecher Miller

Ward Beecher Miller

Oct 9, 2019

On Wednesday, October 9, 2019, Ward Beecher Miller, devoted husband of Vicki Smith Miller, beloved brother of John (Terri) Miller of Canton, NC, Charles (Marilyn), Randolph, and Craig (Cathedra) Miller all of Charleston, SC, passed away unexpectedly.

He was a retired banking executive, and an active civic and faith leader.

Celebration of Life will be...

Isiah Washington

Isiah Washington

Oct 9, 2019

On Wednesday, October 9, 2019, Isiah Washington, loving husband and father of three children, passed away at the age of  76.

Isiah was born on April 19,1943 to John and Gretha Mae (Brailey) Washington.

After 35 years of employment at Hanes Dye and Finishing as a Machine Operator he retired in April 2005. Isiah was...

Arthur Brent, Jr.

Arthur Brent, Jr.

Oct 9, 2019

Arthur "Raye" Brent, Jr., 57, of Winston-Salem, NC, transitioned from earthly life into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 9, 2019.

Raye was born to the late Arthur and Claretta Dillard on July 31, 1962 in Forsyth County, NC.  He received his formal education from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System and was a graduate of North Forsyth Sr....

Gail Mills

Gail Mills

Oct 7, 2019

On Monday, October 7, 2019, Gail Rice Mills, 79, went home to glory to be with the Lord. Gail R. Mills was born on June 24, 1940, to the late William McKinley Rice and Clarice Johnson Rice in North Carolina. She was a native of Winston-Salem and a retired Nurse.

A celebration of the life of Gail...

Vernon Gray, Jr.

Vernon Gray, Jr.

Oct 5, 2019

Vernon Gray, Jr., also known as "Jack", was born on October 13, 1939 in Jacksonville, North Carolina to  the late Vernon Gray, Sr. and Liadi Smith Gray. He transitioned to be with his Lord and Savior on October 5, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Joanne Hampton Gray; both of his...

Phyllis Fleming

Phyllis Fleming

Oct 3, 2019

Mrs. Phyllis Covington Fleming, 70, passed away October 3, 2019 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Thursday, October 10, 2019 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel.  Entombment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be held from 12noon until 1:00pm on Thursday at the Chapel.

Staci Arnett-Cain

Staci Arnett-Cain

Oct 2, 2019

Mrs. Staci Arnett-Cain, 52, surrendered her soul to the Lord with family surrounding her on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC. She was born on April 14, 1967 in Middletown, Ohio to Karen Sue Arnett-Spaulding and Thomas Hardeman.

Staci was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, sister, & niece. She had a kind,...

Devin Harding

Devin Harding

Oct 2, 2019

Devin Adair Harding, the son of Dexter and Deborah Harding was born on January 9, 1982 in Greensboro, NC. Devin was a beloved son, cherished nephew, an adored cousin and friend who touched the lives of many. Devin was quiet with a memorable smile but when he spoke people listened to him. His legacy was, "let the work we...

Paul Snell

Paul Snell

Sep 30, 2019

Mr. Paul Snell, 69, passed away September 30, 2019.

Funeral services will be held at 12noon Friday, October 4, 2019 at First Baptist Church, 555 W. Rock Road Radford, VA 24141 with Reverend C. Coles Casey officiating.  Interment will follow in Sunrise Burial Park, Radford, VA.  The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 12noon on...

Wilbert Joyner

Wilbert Joyner

Sep 30, 2019

Wilbert Reginal Joyner, Sr. was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and above all else he was a man who loved the Lord.  Oh, what a loving Man of God he was! He was baptized in Jesus name and filled with the Holy Spirit under the leadership of his father-in- law, the late Bishop Walter Jackson at Bethlehem Holiness...

Gladys Hampton

Gladys Hampton

Sep 29, 2019

Gladys Sinclair Hampton, known to many as "Lady G", surrendered her soul to the Lord with family surrounding her on Sunday, September 29, 2019.

Gladys was one of seven siblings, born on August 25, 1936 in Scotland County - Laurinburg, North Carolina. She obtained her primary education in Scotland County Schools.

Around 18 years of...

John Choate

John Choate

Sep 29, 2019

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7

In the early morning of Sunday, September 29, 2019, God called his good and faithful servant, Elder John Choate to his eternal resting place.

Elder John Choate was born on October 26, 1947 to the late...

Gwendolyn Watts

Gwendolyn Watts

Sep 28, 2019

Gwendolyn Delores Witherspoon Watts, also known as "Gwen", was born November 25, 1942 in Winston-Salem, NC to Plumie H. Witherspoon and David I. Witherspoon, Sr.  Life here on earth for her ended September 28, 2019 after a long period of illness.

She lived in Winston-Salem most of her life, attending the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools.  It was at...

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