Ernest Pitt
Oct 23, 2026
Ernest Harold “Ernie” Pitt
DECEMBER 19, 1945 – OCTOBER 23, 2026
Ernest Harold “Ernie” Pitt, a loving father and grandfather, pioneering newspaper publisher, Vietnam veteran and longtime community leader, passed away of natural causes on October 23, 2026. He was 80.
Born in Raleigh, North Carolina, Ernie was raised in Greensboro, where family, faith and the civil rights movement helped shape his lifelong...
Margaret Bailey
Oct 23, 2026
Margaret Miller Bailey, 98, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina entered eternal rest on Friday, October 23, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clamon Bailey, Sr.; her son, Reginald Earl Bailey; her mother, Sudie Miller Jones; and two great granddaughters, TaTanisha Jackson and Nevaeh Renee Smith.
Born on April 7, 1928, in Forsyth County, North Carolina, Margaret received her education...
Carria Stout
Oct 20, 2026
In loving memory of Carria Shearer Stout, who departed this life on October 20, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on June 30, 1956, in Welch, West Virginia, Carria lived a life defined by compassion, generosity, faith, and an unwavering devotion to her family.
Carria shared 53 wonderful years of marriage with her husband, Nathaniel James Stout Sr. Together they...
James Mitchell
Oct 20, 2026
A life well lived, a love that lives forever
In Loving Memory of James Mitchell
February 19, 1937 – October 20, 2026
James Mitchell passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on October 20, 2026. James was thoughtful, humble, and generous. He reminds us that the most awesome heroes often work quietly, love faithfully, and leave the world better than they find...
Clarence Gore, Sr.
Oct 18, 2026
His Melody Lives On: A Legacy of Faith, Music, and Love
Clarence Gore, Sr. was born on April 2, 1938, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to the late John Wesley Gore, Sr. and Mamie Davis Gore. The third oldest of ten children, Clarence was raised in a loving, God-fearing family and nurtured in the teachings of Kimberly Park Holiness Church, which remained...
Margretta Davis
Oct 15, 2026
Margretta “Cookie” Davis was born on October 16, 1943, to the late David N. Brown and the late Mary H. Nivens McCants. She departed this life on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in her home. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her oldest son, Wesley Johnson; and her sister, Mrs. Jane LeGrant.
She was a proud graduate...
Future Williams
Oct 14, 2026
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Future L. Williams
Future Lee Williams was born on September 30, 1950 to Future J. and Mabel Y. Williams in Winston-Salem, NC.
Future received his early education in the Winston-Salem Public School System, graduating from Atkins High school in 1968. He continued his educational journey at Johnson C. Smith University before earning his degree in Accounting...
Barbara Creswell
Oct 10, 2026
Mrs. Barbara Dunlap Creswell, 71, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at her favorite place, home. She was born on January 15, 1955, in Anson County to Harris and Christine Dunlap. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Raeford (Patricia) Dunlap, Bobby Smith, and Slyvester (Connie) Downs.
She graduated from...
Christopher Barber
Oct 9, 2026
Christopher “Chris” “Lump” Barber
January 15, 1963 – October 9, 2026
Christopher “Chris” “Lump” Barber, a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, man of faith, mentor, athlete, and friend, peacefully entered eternal rest surrounded by the love of his family and the grace of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Chris grew up in the Happy...
Ed Cross
Oct 6, 2026
Mr. Ed Cross was born to Rev. Oscar Edward Cross and Sarah Williams Cross on September 1, 1939 in Marion, South Carolina. He was educated in the Marion County Schools in Marion, South Carolina.
Ed was married to Elizabeth Hemmingway, his childhood sweetheart on January 14, 1960.
He was employed with the City of Winston Salem in the Utilities/ Water Department as...
Thomas Winningham, Jr.
Sep 29, 2026
Thomas Andrew Winningham, Jr., passed away at his home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, on Monday, September 29, 2026.
Born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, Thomas was a graduate of Atkins High School. He retired from Leggs Inc. and spent 20 years residing in Chicago, Illinois, before returning to his hometown of Winston-Salem.
Thomas was preceded in death by his mother, Zoleen Winningham; his...
Adolphus Haney
Sep 28, 2026
In Loving Memory
Mr. Adolphus Benjamin Haney
July 28, 1959 – September 28, 2026
Mr. Adolphus Benjamin Haney, of Winston-Salem, N.C., transitioned from this life on September 28, 2026, at his residence. He was born July 28, 1959, in New York City. He was the son of Doris Partlow and James B. Haney.
Adolphus attended North Forsyth High School and later earned his GED....
Raymond Goodyear, Jr.
Sep 27, 2026
Mr. Raymond Bernard Goodyear, Jr. was born March 4, 1951 in Marion, South Carolina to Raymond Goodyear, Sr. and Ollie Goodyear, the fifth or eight children. He was a 1970 graduate of Johnakin High School, Marion, SC.
Raymond was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister, Maxie Goodyear, Otis Goodyear, Beaulah Wilson and Meadow Goodyear.
He leaves to cherish memories...
Delores Wylie
Sep 23, 2026
Delores J. Wylie, Ph.D., affectionately known as “Dr. D,” passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026, in King, North Carolina. Born in Youngstown, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of Lillian Eskew Tyson and Ernest Carlock.
A devoted mother, educator, social worker, and community leader, Dr. Wylie dedicated more than 50 years to uplifting families, advancing civil rights, and strengthening the...
Hal Forrest
Sep 22, 2026
Hal Forrest was born on March 15, 1944, in Winston-Salem, NC, to Mildred Allen and Hal McCollough. He peacefully passed away on September 22, 2026. Hal’s life was centered around his unwavering love for his daughters, grandchildren, great- grandchildren and his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mildred Allen and Hal McCollough; as well as his brothers, Floyd...
Annie Smith
Sep 19, 2026
Annie Lazelle Mitchell Smith
A CELEBRATION OF A REMARKABLE LIFE: There is glory in her story
Annie Lazelle Mitchell Smith was born in Forsyth County on April 15,1926 to William Robah and Lillie Mae Glenn Mitchell. She was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Edward Smith. She joins and completes her family in heaven: Vecue, Larston, Belmont, Thelma, Bernita, Eldridge, Margaret...
Alease Gilliam
Sep 18, 2026
Alease Reed Gilliam
Sunrise: October 12, 1932 ~ Sunset: September 18, 2026
Alease Reed Gilliam peacefully departed this life on September 18, 2026, after a long and beautiful journey marked by faith, love, service, and devotion to family.
Born in Halifax County, Virginia, Alease was the daughter of Richard and Nannie Reed. Raised in rural Virginia, she learned the values of hard work...
Valeria Blue
Sep 18, 2026
Valeria K. Eccles Blue was born on April 13, 1944 in Norfolk, Virginia to the late Velner Miller Sprinkle and George Eccles. Affectionately known as “Ouchie” and “MeeMaw,” Valeria attended Carver High School where she was the president of her freshman class, a majorette, a cheerleader, and valedictorian. Valeria continued her education at Russell’s Business School in Winston-Salem before beginning...
Shirley Addison
Sep 11, 2026
Shirley Addison, originally named Shellie Ruth Hart, was born on Wednesday, February 3, 1937 in Midland City, Alabama to the late Willie Hart of Dale County, Alabama and Shellie Bryant Hart, of Georgia.
Shirley began her education as a child in Dothan, Alabama, and continued her high school studies in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
One Friday evening in Newark, New Jersey, in 1964, Shirley...
Helen Blackmon
Sep 10, 2026
Mrs. Helen Thompson Blackmon, affectionately known as “G Mama” by her great-grandchildren, was born on January 31, 1925, in Lancaster, South Carolina, to the late Selvyn Thompson and Lucinda Peay Thompson. Blessed with a long and meaningful life of 101 years, she accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Mount Carmel AME Zion Church in Lancaster,...