William Washington Blackburn Glenn, Sr.
Feb 3, 2019
It is doubly sweet, as the close of a well spent life, to turn one's face toward the sunset and quietly sink into the rest knows no waking except in the presence of God. God called his faithful servant home early Sunday morning, February 3, 2019.
William Washington Blackburn Glenn, Sr., also known as "Bip", was born...
Willie Davidson, Sr.
Feb 3, 2019
Mr. Willie Isaac Davidson, Sr. was born on September 26, 1942 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Henry and Verdie Davidson.  He departed this life Sunday, February 3, 2019, surrounded by his family.
He was a native of Forsyth County where he retired from Wake Forest University after 35 years as Assistant Superintendent of Grounds.
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Florence Linton
Feb 2, 2019
"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:Â Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing." (II Timothy 4:7-8)
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Gwendolyn Jones
Feb 1, 2019
Mrs. Gwendolyn Jones, 86, passed away Friday, February 1, 2019.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, February 9, 2019 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11:30am until 12:00noon on Saturday at the Chapel.
Henry Marshall, Sr.
Feb 1, 2019
Mr. Henry Thomas Marshall, Sr., 82, passed away Friday, February 1, 2019.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30am Saturday, February 9, 2019 at Love & Faith Christian Fellowship, Kernersville, NC with Pastor Michael Thomas, Sr. Pastor and Pastor John Goins officiating and eulogist. Interment will follow in Gardens of Memory Walkertown, NC. The family visitation will...
Keith Levon Henderson
Jan 31, 2019
Mr. Keith Levon Henderson, 59, passed away Thursday, January 31, 2019 at Sovah Health, Danville, VA.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Friday, February 8, 2019 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 12:00noon until 1:00pm on Friday at the Chapel.
James Richard Commodore, Jr.
Jan 30, 2019
James Richard Commodore, Jr. was born September 17, 1954 to James Richard Commodore, Sr. and Betty Commodore Stinson.
James was known by family and friends as "Chuck." James graduated from RJ Reynolds High School in 1972. He was employed by Brewers Construction as a cement finisher.
James enjoyed sports specifically basketball and was a die-hard...
Rev. Ira Marble Mccullough
Jan 29, 2019
Rev. Ira Marble McCullough, 92, answered the Lord's call Tuesday morning, January 29, 2019.
He is survived by a son, Johnnie McCullough; 8 Grandchildren; devoted step-children and caregivers, Veronica Nesbit, Norris Nesbit, Sonya (Byron) Nesbit Penn, Calvin (Musette) Nesbit; 8 Loving step-grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews; cousins; friends; and beloved nephews, the Honorable Rev. LeRoy McCullough and sons....
Fred Wroten, Jr.
Jan 27, 2019
Mr. Fred Wroten, Jr., 73, passed away January 27, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30pm Monday, February 4, 2019 at Second New Bethel Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 1:00pm until 1:30pm on Monday at the Church.
Dennis Lee Petree, Sr.
Jan 26, 2019
Dennis Lee Petree, Sr., 69, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina passed away on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem.
He was born on February 10, 1949 in Winston-Salem to Willie Ray and Marie Petree. He attended public schools and was a graduate of Atkins High School Class of 1968. A welder by...
Mary Jackson
Jan 25, 2019
Mary Elizabeth Moore Jackson was born January 6, 1951 to the loving parents, George Lee, Sr. and Erma Marie Moore. She was next to the youngest of six siblings. She was a member of Cornerstone Missionary Baptist Church of Elizabeth City, NC. At the early age of eleven she accepted Christ as her savior and was baptized. Mary worked...
Steven Walker
Jan 25, 2019
Mr. Steven Lamont Walker, 51, was born November 13, 1967 and departed this life January 25, 2019.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30am Friday, February 1, 2019 at St. John CME Church with Pastor Valerie Everette officiating. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 11:30am on Friday at...
Lakira Leak
Jan 25, 2019
In his infinite wisdom and goodness, GOD called our dearly beloved Lakira Denise Leak home on January 25, 2019 at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro, NC.
A 2016 graduate of Parkland High School, W-S, NC, Lakira was a student at University of North Carolina-Greensboro, studying Mass Communications with the intent to be a movie critic. Lakira's love...
Edward Gunthrope, Jr.
Jan 21, 2019
Mr. Edward Gunthrope, Jr., "Goodie", 72, was born July 16, 1946 in Great Falls, SC to Edward and Mary Gunthrope. He attended Elizabeth Heights High School, studied and finished computer courses at Forsyth Technical Community College (FTCC), and later fulfilled employment with Brown & Williamson Tobacco Company, serving 28 years. "Goodie" was a Union Shop Steward for 25 years...
Leroy Davis
Jan 19, 2019
Mr. Leroy Davis, 85, passed away Saturday, January 19, 2019.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Friday, January 25, 2019 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow in Salisbury National Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11:30am until 12:00noon on Friday at the Chapel.
Dr. Manderline Scales
Jan 17, 2019
In his infinite wisdom and goodness, God called one of his servants home. Dr. Manderline Scales, 91, passed away surrounded by love at the home of her granddaughter, Porsche Jones, on January 17, 2019.
Dr. Scales leaves a legacy of her son, Albert Scales; two granddaughters, Porsche Jones and Misha Scales of Winston- Salem NC; a host...
Ernest Lee Burts
Jan 17, 2019
Mr. Ernest Lee Burts, 68, affectionately known as "Papa Burts" was born on April 12, 1950 to the late Johnny and Mary Ann Burts. He departed this life on Thursday, January 17, 2019.
Ernest attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public Schools. He graduated from Atkins High School. He was a retired employee of the city of Winston-Salem in...
Monteo Dockery
Jan 16, 2019
Mr. Monteo Dockery, 64, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2019.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at Fellowship Church; 2800 E. Sprague Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27107.
James Robinson
Jan 15, 2019
James Curtis Robinson, 69, succumbed to his illness at Forsyth Medical Center surrounded by his beloved daughters on January 15, 2019. James was born August 7, 1949 in Charlotte, NC to the late Rev. Boyce & Elizabeth Robinson. He was educated by the Mecklenburg County public school systems.
His life-long career as a business man was centered...
Dr. Yvonne Spencer
Jan 14, 2019
Dr. Yvonne Goolsby Spencer was born on December 6, 1934 in Stokes County, North Carolina and passed away on January 14, 2019 in her home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Lacy and Joseph Goolsby and was the youngest of her sisters, Lavanuel Lang and the late Helen Hairston. She was a beloved mother...