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.

Florence Rosetta Ross

Florence Rosetta Ross

Dec 23, 2018

Our wife, mother, sister and friend Florence Rosetta Ross went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 23, 2018 at Novant Health Forsyth Hospital after a brief illness.  Zet, as she was affectionately known by her family, was born June 6, 1948 in Winston Salem, NC.  She spent her childhood being raised by her beloved great grandmother...

Minnie Smith

Minnie Smith

Dec 21, 2018

Mrs. Minnie Lee Stitt Smith, 80, was born November 1, 1938 in Winston-Salem, NC to Willie Stitt and Nora Anthony.  She departed this life on December 21, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

She attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools, was employed many years at K&W Cafeteria, and was a former member of New Light Missionary Baptist...

Frederick Charles Roberts, Sr.

Frederick Charles Roberts, Sr.

Dec 21, 2018

Mr. Frederick Charles Roberts, Sr., 72, was born to Lewis Charles Roberts and Julie Allen Roberts on October 28, 1946 in Winston-Salem, NC. He departed this earthly life on December 21, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

He was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools and later joined the United States Marine Corp. and was...

Anita Baldwin

Anita Baldwin

Dec 16, 2018

On the morning of Sunday, December 16, 2018, Mother Anita Seegers Baldwin transitioned from this realm to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  Mother Baldwin was born in Forsyth County, NC on October 23, 1932 to the late Codell Seegers and Pecolia Hill Seegers.

Mother Baldwin was the founder and visionary of Sacred Hour Ministries,...

Blanche Lindsay

Blanche Lindsay

Dec 15, 2018

Mrs. Blanche Lindsay, 83, affectionately known as "Blanchar", was born on May 27, 1935 and transitioned to heaven on December 15, 2018.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, December 22, 2018 at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 12:00noon on Saturday at...

Patricia Louise Harris Campbell

Patricia Louise Harris Campbell

Dec 14, 2018

Mrs. Patricia Louise Harris Campbell, 51, passed away December 14, 2018 at Forsyth Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00noon Saturday, December 22, 2018 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church with Rev. Darryl Young officiating. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 12:00noon on Saturday at the Church.

Robert Anderson

Robert Anderson

Dec 11, 2018

Robert Lee Anderson would like to let you know his work here finished. Robert's last prayer was to be free of his pain and go home to be with his Savior. Needless to say the Lord did not refuse and raised Robert to be by his side in the early morning of December 11, 2018. The offer came with...

John Martin Webb, Jr.

John Martin Webb, Jr.

Dec 8, 2018

Mr. John Martin Webb, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on December 8, 2018. He was born in Clinchco, Virginia, was raised and attended school both in Roan Mtn., Tennessee and Walnut Cove, NC. He was of Baptist faith.

As a young man John relocated to Brooklyn NY. He received an honorable discharge for service in...

Arthur Ford, Sr.

Arthur Ford, Sr.

Dec 8, 2018

Arthur Lee Ford, Sr. was born on March 19, 1943 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and departed this life on December 8, 2018.  He was the son of Elbert and Laura Caesar Ford.  Arthur was a loving father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend to many.

He leaves to cherish his memory his son, Arthur Lee (Barbara) Ford, Jr.;...

Kitra Miller

Kitra Miller

Dec 7, 2018

Kitra Janell Miller was born August 23, 1978 to Vernell Miller Dalton and James Edward Miller. On the night of December 7, 2018 Kitra took her heavenly flight to behold her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Kitra was educated in the Winston Salem/Forsyth County School System and was a 1997 graduate of North Forsyth High School. Her...

Willard Jordan

Willard Jordan

Dec 6, 2018

Mr. Willard C. Jordan went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 6, 2018.

He leaves to mourn his passing his two daughters, Sylvia Lynn Simrel (Dr. Kermit) of Washington, DC and Dr. Willardean Dula (Alan) of Winston-Salem, NC; a loving grandson, Dr. Kermit S. Muhammad and his three children, Khadir, Kenneth, and Miya Grace...

Lillie Mae Bryant

Lillie Mae Bryant

Dec 5, 2018

Mrs. Lillie Mae Bryant, affectionately called "Ms. Lillie", was born to the late Fred and Ida Mae Jowers on July 4, 1932 in Jefferson, SC. She departed this life on Wednesday, December 5, 2018. She was educated in the Chesterfield County School System. She retired from Shoney's Restaurant where she was a Master Cook. Cooking...

Norma Jean Powell

Norma Jean Powell

Dec 5, 2018

Mrs. Norma Jean Powell, 80, passed away December 5, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Health.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am Saturday, December 15, 2018 at Temple of Glory Ministries, Inc.  Interment will follow in Gardens of Memory, Walkertown, NC.  The family visitation will be held from 10:30am until 11:00am on Saturday at the Church.

Anthony Williams

Anthony Williams

Dec 2, 2018

Anthony Tyrone "Ty" Williams, 64, of Winston Salem passed away Sunday, December 2, 2018 at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Winston Salem to Booker T "BT" Williams and the late Barbara Williams. He was preceded in death by his mother; and his brother, Bobby Williams. Surviving are his children, two...

Annie Dew

Annie Dew

Dec 2, 2018

Mrs. Annie Morris Clark Dew, 88, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2018 at Brookdale Senior Living – Reynolda Road.

Funeral services will be held at 12:30pm Friday, December 7, 2018 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Charles E. Gray officiating. Interment will follow in Woodland Cemetery. The family visitation will be held from 12:00noon until...

Mary Marlin Turner

Mary Marlin Turner

Dec 2, 2018

Earth needed an angel so God sent Mary Ann Marlin Turner on October 6, 1948. She was born in Winston-Salem, NC to Jones and Alma Marlin. She was called back to heaven from her Earthly assignment on December 2, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.

She attended Forsyth County Schools and graduated from Atkins High School in...

Sean Edward Johnson

Sean Edward Johnson

Dec 1, 2018

Sean Edward Johnson, 49, was born on June 6, 1969 in Queens, New York. He is the son of Mary Alice Johnson and the late Willie Edward Johnson. Sean attended the public schools of Queens, New York, before relocating to Winston-Salem, North Carolina.

The earthly phase of his life ended in Winston-Salem, NC...

Richard E. Pettus

Richard E. Pettus

Dec 1, 2018

Mr. Richard E. Pettus, 70, was born on July 23, 1948 in York, SC to the late Emanuel and Gladys Pettus.

Mr. Pettus went on to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 1, 2018.

He was brought up in a loving and devoted Christian family, spending his younger years between Gastonia, NC and Winston-Salem,...

Styles Shippy

Styles Shippy

Nov 29, 2018

Mr. Styles Xavier Shippy was an Honor student who was very well rounded. He participated in academically gifted classes beginning in elementary school. Styles was part of 4-H, Cub Scouts, and played many sports during his life including baseball, football, basketball, golf, and wrestling. He achieved the "Arrow of Light" which is the highest rank in Cub Scout and...

Bobby Wilson

Bobby Wilson

Nov 29, 2018

Mr. Bobby Ray Wilson, 74, passed away Thursday, November 29, 2018 at his residence.

Memorial services will be held at 11:30am Thursday, December 6, 2018 at St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church. The family visitation will be held from 11:00am until 11:30am on Thursday at the Church.

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