Dec 2014
Mr. Joseph W. Brim, Sr.
December 27, 2014
Mr. Joseph W. Brim, Sr. was born in Forsyth County, NC on July 12, 1961 to the late Raleigh and Demetrius Dobson Brim. Joseph graduated from RJ Reynolds High School. Laughter, reading, sketching and playing chess were just a few of his hobbies. If you ever came in contact with Joseph, you found a low key, respectful and non-judgmental personality. His conversation included his belief in Christ, cartoons and his love for his family.
Joseph married his first love, Cheryle S. Crawford and from that union had two sons: Joseph Brim, II and Donnell Brim.
Joseph transitioned into his eternal life on December 27, 2014 at his residence. He was preceded in death were his brothers: Walter and Sandy Brim and his sister, Carolyn Brim.
He leaves to cherish their memories of him: his sons: Joseph and his wife Melody, Donnell and his wife Nicole; their mother, Cheryle S. Crawford; three granddaughters: Imani, May and Alaya; one grandson, Jamari; forever in the hearts of his loving, devoted, friend and brother, David Lee Brim; sister Cathy Ann Brim (Donald) Samuel; aunts: Wilma Dobson, Lillie Mae Vernon and Thelma Ayers; a host of nieces, hephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 in the chapel of Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. The family will greet friends 30 minutes prior to the service. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
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Joseph married his first love, Cheryle S. Crawford and from that union had two sons: Joseph Brim, II and Donnell Brim.
Joseph transitioned into his eternal life on December 27, 2014 at his residence. He was preceded in death were his brothers: Walter and Sandy Brim and his sister, Carolyn Brim.
He leaves to cherish their memories of him: his sons: Joseph and his wife Melody, Donnell and his wife Nicole; their mother, Cheryle S. Crawford; three granddaughters: Imani, May and Alaya; one grandson, Jamari; forever in the hearts of his loving, devoted, friend and brother, David Lee Brim; sister Cathy Ann Brim (Donald) Samuel; aunts: Wilma Dobson, Lillie Mae Vernon and Thelma Ayers; a host of nieces, hephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 in the chapel of Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. The family will greet friends 30 minutes prior to the service. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
For a copy of the funeral program, click here
Mr. Kenneth "Mooney" Wilson
December 24, 2014
Mr. Kenneth Monroe Wilson “Mooney” was born to the late Henry and Mildred Sims Wilson in Winston-Salem, NC on November 7, 1965. He was a graduate of Parkland High School and gave honorable service to his country in the US Navy during Desert Storm.
Mr. Wilson worked for EG Forrest Produce Company and the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County schools until declining health limited his ability to work. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. He loved teaching and working with children and he was the drummer for numerous churches and choirs.
Mr. Wilson departed this life on Wednesday, December 24, 2014. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters: Wanda Carlene Bitting, Juanita Glenn and Almetris Denise King. Those family members who survive and will forever cherish loving memories of him include Savier Peoples Wilson, his wife of 22 years; his daughters: Charavina Reader, Deannea (Antonio) Pate, Brittany Reader, LaShai Williams and Jonai Kennedy; sister, Valerie (Harvey) Dees; his brothers: Henry (Alma) Wilson of Phoenix, AL and Fred (Carol) Wilson of the city; his grandmother, Nellie Cooper; mother-in-law, Rosa Y. Peoples-Williams; sisters-in-law, Teresa Young and KaYanna Glenn; brother-in-law, Xavier (Deborah) Peoples of Marion, TN; 16 grandchildren; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; his best friend, Chris Joyner; God fathers, Floyd France and Carnell Leak, many other extended family members and friends.
The family will greet friends beginning at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 2, 2015 at Friendship Baptist Church, Rev. Lester Boyd is pastor. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 Noon with Rev. J.R. Stowe, eulogist. Interment will be in Salisbury National Cemetery.
Mr. Wilson worked for EG Forrest Produce Company and the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County schools until declining health limited his ability to work. He was a member of Friendship Baptist Church. He loved teaching and working with children and he was the drummer for numerous churches and choirs.
Mr. Wilson departed this life on Wednesday, December 24, 2014. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters: Wanda Carlene Bitting, Juanita Glenn and Almetris Denise King. Those family members who survive and will forever cherish loving memories of him include Savier Peoples Wilson, his wife of 22 years; his daughters: Charavina Reader, Deannea (Antonio) Pate, Brittany Reader, LaShai Williams and Jonai Kennedy; sister, Valerie (Harvey) Dees; his brothers: Henry (Alma) Wilson of Phoenix, AL and Fred (Carol) Wilson of the city; his grandmother, Nellie Cooper; mother-in-law, Rosa Y. Peoples-Williams; sisters-in-law, Teresa Young and KaYanna Glenn; brother-in-law, Xavier (Deborah) Peoples of Marion, TN; 16 grandchildren; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews; his best friend, Chris Joyner; God fathers, Floyd France and Carnell Leak, many other extended family members and friends.
The family will greet friends beginning at 11:00 AM on Friday, January 2, 2015 at Friendship Baptist Church, Rev. Lester Boyd is pastor. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 Noon with Rev. J.R. Stowe, eulogist. Interment will be in Salisbury National Cemetery.
Mr. John C. Staten
December 02, 2014
John Clinton Staten was born on August 14, 1955 to the late Lucille Staten Rice and Robert “Bubba” Aikens. John went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 2, 2014. John attended RJ Reynolds High School and later joined the United States Navy. He made a career in the Navy and went to RTC/NTC in Great Lakes, IL later serving on the USS Trenton (LPD-14) and the NTTC Meridian, Miss. and two tours of duty on the USS John F. Kennedy (CV67). After being honorably discharged, he cared lovingly for his mother and became a caregiver aide NA-MA-VA. John attended Saints Home Methodist Church and St. Benedict The Moor Catholic Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Marvin “Bob” Staten and James “Pee Wee” Staten. He leaves to mourn his passing, his sister-in-law, Patricia Staten; two aunts, Annie S. Ford and Mary S. Owens of McKeesport, PA; nieces: Hellena, Leslie and Pamela Staten; a host of great nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Mr. Staten will be buried in Salisbury National Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at a later date.