obituaries

Mar 20, 2019

Anthony Keith Smallwood, 62 was born on March 5, 1957, in Manhattan, New York and spent his early childhood in Washington DC, Capitol Heights, MD (fka Beaver Heights, MD), and grew up in Columbus, OH. He exchanged his earthly life for eternal life on March 20, 2019.

Anthony, who was affectionately known as "Kick" or "Tony", received...

Mar 17, 2019

"I could not stay another day to laugh, to love, to work, to play. Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that peace at the close of the day."

On Sunday, March 17, 2019, Nathaniel Wilson, Sr. grew his wings and left his earthly family and home to be with his Lord and Savior. He...

Mar 16, 2019

Mrs. Elizabeth Williamson Martin slipped away into the peace that passes understanding on March 16, 2019 at the age of 101. She had been attended by her son, care givers, and concerned relatives during a period of declining health. Even when troubled and pained it was in the largesse of her inner beauty to tell her care givers that...

Mar 14, 2019

Minister Levander Richard Green, 75, affectionately known as "Dickie" was born on August 10, 1943 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Eddie and Irene Martin Green. He was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Public Schools and was a 1961 graduate of Atkins High School.

He served in the US Army for two years (1964 – 1966) in...

Mar 12, 2019

Mrs. Mary Isom Griffin-Britt, 82, passed away Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, March 16, 2019 at Phillips Chapel Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Chad Armstrong officiating. Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 12:00noon on Saturday at...

Mar 11, 2019

Donald Lee Mebane departed this life on Monday, March 11, 2019 after a short period of illness. Donald enjoyed all sports, particularly fishing. His favorite football team was the Carolina Panthers and his favorite basketball team was the Golden State Warriors. Also, Donald Loved baseball, and his favorite team was the Atlanta Braves.

Donald Lee Mebane was...

Mar 11, 2019

Rhonda Lorraine Wilson Adams, 72, of the city passed away suddenly on Monday, March 11, 2019.  Rhonda was born on September 4, 1946 in Winston-Salem, NC and was a graduate of Atkins High School Class of 1965. She continued her studies at McClain Business School in Winston-Salem.  She worked for a short time for the Experiment in Self-Reliance. She...

Mar 10, 2019

Mrs. Geneva Richardson-Shaw Smith Tyler, wife of the late David Tyler, was born September, 9 1925 to the late Draper Richardson and Lillie Peterson-Richardson. Mom departed her life at home on March 10, 2019 at 5:00p.m.

Geneva was a faithful member of Cedar Creek Missionary Baptist Church where she served as president of the usher board for...

Mar 10, 2019

Psalm 23:6 "Surely Goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and I will dwell in the house of the Lord Forever"

Mrs. Kay Frances Eaton was born on July 8, 1952 to the late Ms. Mary M. McKey and she entered into eternal rest very quietly on March 10, 2019.

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Mar 9, 2019

Audrey Nesmith Pitts was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to Ulysses and Rosa Lee Nesmith. She was the third of five siblings; Barry, Sylvia, Audrey, Valeria, and Ulysses, Jr. She passed away Saturday, March 9, 2019.

She obtained her Bachelor's of Science Degree from Johnson C. Smith University in 1974. She made a career in Mortgage Banking....

Mar 7, 2019

Mr. Tyrone Monzel Travis made his transition to his heavenly home at WFU Baptist Medical Center on Thursday, March 7, 2019. He was born to the late Lorenzo Monzel Travis and Helen Elizabeth Kernodle Travis in Danville, VA on July 21, 1947.

He earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics at Fisk University in 1969. He pursued a...

Mar 7, 2019

Mr. Howard Lee Robinson was born May 6, 1936 in Sandersville, GA to the late Mr. and Mrs. Elijah and Callie Robinson. He went home to be with the Lord on March 7, 2019 at Forsyth Medical Center.

Mr. Howard Lee Robinson learned to work helping around the farm and changing tires at a gas station in...

Mar 3, 2019

Austina Norris Blackmon, daughter of George E. Norris, Sr. and Lillie Mae Felton Norris, was born in Winston-Salem, NC on September 15, 1933.  She departed this life on Sunday, March 3, 2019 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home surrounded by family.

She attended the local public schools and graduated from Winston-Salem Teachers' College majoring in Elementary...

Mar 2, 2019

Mrs. Evelena Richardson Clayborn received the gift of eternal life on Saturday, March 2, 2019 in Winston-Salem, NC. She was born on July 20, 1927 in Marion, South Carolina and relocated to Winston-Salem, NC as a young child.

Evelena was a dedicated member of First Baptist Church - Highland Avenue for 73 years. She was also a...

Mar 1, 2019

Tammy Renay Robinson gained her wings on Friday morning, March 1, 2019.  She peacefully transitioned following an extended illness surrounded and supported by her loving family and friends.

Tammy was born on October 6, 1964 to Priscilla Cook in Winston Salem, NC.  Growing up, Tammy was surrounded by a large loving family. Tammy was a lifelong resident...

Mar 1, 2019

Mr. Evester Smith, Jr. was born June 3, 1954 and departed this life on March 1, 2019.  He attended and graduated from North Forsyth High School, was a veteran of the US Army, and retired from Hanesbrand.

He was preceded in death by his father, Evester Smith, Sr.; mother, Minnie Smith; beloved sister, Linda Faye Smith; and...

Feb 28, 2019

Edna Elizabeth Jackson was born to Bishop Walter J Jackson, Sr. and Mother Roxie Anna Mashack on September 26, 1956 in Winston-Salem, NC.  She graduated from East Forsyth High School in 1975. She furthered her education by receiving an Associate Degree in Business Administration from Durham Business College, a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Fayetteville State University...

Feb 27, 2019

Mrs. Rose Mary Martin Ward, 81, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm Monday, March 4, 2019 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel with Bishop David T. Jones, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 12:00noon until 1:00pm on Monday...

Feb 26, 2019

Lewis Thomas Cornell, Sr. passed this earthly life to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 26, 2019.

He was born December 17, 1947 to the late Julius W. Cornell, Sr. and Sarah Sherrill.  He graduated from Atkins High School, attended the NC School of the Arts, and received commercial art training at Gary...

Feb 24, 2019

Mr. Bernard Lee Penn, Jr., "Reco", 58, passed away February 24, 2019 in Winston-Salem, NC.  Reco was born on January 18, 1961 in Forsyth County, NC. He attended Our Lady of Mercy Catholic School as a child and the WS/FCS System.  He loved to race on the drag strip, muscle cars, and going fishing!

Reco was an...