Mrs. Barbara Caudle Ellis

Mrs. Barbara Caudle Ellis, 81, departed on March 26, 2014 in Wilmington, DE. Wife of Henderson A. Ellis, Sr. (deceased) and Mother of Henderson A. Ellis, Jr. (LaTanya) of DE; Sister of: Hazel Caudle Morton of DE; Sister-In-Law of: Walter Ellis (Evelyn) and Mattie Ellis Ikard of Newton, NC; Six Grandchildren : Brittany Steele Williams (Tobias), Joshua Steele (Burgundi), Jai'Esha Bovell, Henderson A. Ellis, III, Earl Ellis and Heniah Collier-Ellis; Two Great Grandchildren: Hayden Williams, Cameron Steele; 2nd Mother and favorite Aunt of: Kimberley Hampton-Morton. Mrs. Barbara Caudle Ellis worked and retired as an educator in the Christina School District for many years. She formerly taught in the public schools in North Carolina prior to coming to Delaware. She was educated in the public schools in North Carolina, was a graduate of Winston-Salem State University and was a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Barbara did further studies at the University of Connecticut. She was a bible scholar and received many degrees in biblical teaching. Barbara had a genuine love for music, sang in many choirs all over Delaware and North Carolina and was well known for her beautiful soprano voice. Barbara is survived by a host of other nieces, nephews and family members. Funeral: Thursday, April 3, 20104 - 11:00a.m. at Central Baptist Church, 839 North Pine Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. Viewing: Saturday, April 5, 2014; 10:00a.m. -12:00 p.m. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Burial: Saturday, April 5, 2014 - Evergreen Cemetery, Winston Salem, NC.

Mr. Claude H. Davis, II

Mr. Claude H. Davis, II passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2014 at Oak Forest Health and Rehabilitation Center following a period of illness.

He was born to the late Claude Harrison Davis, Sr. and Eutrilla York in Mooresville, NC on October 20, 1933.

Mr. Davis retired after working for more than fifty years. He was an insurance agent and manager for North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company and he was sole proprietor of Davis Tax and Notary Service.

He was a member of Shouse Temple CME Church where he formerly served on the Board of Trustees.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Davis was preceded in death by Mrs. Mae Frances Toney Davis, his wife of over 40 years; and his siblings, Mary, Paul and Claude, Jr.

Survivors include two sons, Claude H. Davis, III (Vashti), North Myrtle Beach, SC and Joseph Wesley Davis (Judy), Trent Woods, NC; five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; a number of extended family members and many friends.

Graveside Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at Piedmont Memorial Gardens. The family will greet friends on Friday, March 28, 2014 from 6-7 p.m. in the Chapel of Clark S. Brown and Sons Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made the American Heart Association.

The family acknowledges the staff of Oak Forest Health and Rehabilitation Center for the exemplary, compassionate and professional care that they provided.
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Mr. George R. McIntyre


George Raymond McIntyre, affectionately called “Scooter,” was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on August 12, 1974 to the late George Roebuck and Charzetta Ann McIntyre.
He was educated in the public schools of Winston-Salem/Forsyth County and graduated from West Forsyth High School.
Following high school graduation, George worked for K and W Cafeterias, Inc. (Coliseum Drive) and he later was gainfully employed in various areas of Build-ing and Construction.
“Scooter” enjoyed watching football and basketball games. He was especially fond of the games that featured his Dallas Cowboys or the Tarheels of the Uni-versity of North Carolina.
On Monday, March 17, 2014, George passed away unexpectedly at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Those family members who survive and who will forever cherish fond and lov-ing memories of “Scooter” include his daughter, Tashema McIntyre; his step-mother, Mrs. Brenda Roebuck; a sister, Linda McIntyre-Jones; three brothers, Anthony (Wanda) Earle , DePaul Peoples and Charles McIntyre; an uncle, Roy Roebuck; a special friend, Angel Henry; lifelong childhood friend, Donald Bruton; several nieces, nephews, extended family members and many friends.
A service of memory was held at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home on Sunday, March 23, 2014.

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Mr. Charles Scott

Our beloved Charles Scott was called home to be with the Lord, Thursday, March 13, 2014. Charles was born on December 21, 1938 to the late Alexander and Annie Pearl Ewings Scott in Laurinburg, NC.

Charles Scott graduated from Leak High School in Rockingham, NC where he was a drummer in the marching band. Charles was an excellent baseball player. He was honorably discharged from the US Army in 1968 after serving in the Vietnam War. Mr. Scott worked for many years at Thomasville Furniture and retired from Wake Forest University where he was a repair engineer.

Mr. Scott was a dedicated member of Goler Memorial AME Zion Church. He loved to help people and was dedicated man of God.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Shirley D. Scott and five brothers: Alexander, Jr., Eddie, Bobby, John and James William. He is survived by his grandson, Letavius Scott of Rockingham, NC; two sisters: Louise Pate and Carrie Lee Chatman, both of Laurinburg, NC; special nephew, Martin Pate, III; a host of nieces and nephews; special friend and devoted caregiver, Sebrina Diane Long; other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be held at 11:30 AM on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at Goler Memorial AME Zion Church. The family will greet friends thirty minutes prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Salisbury National Cemetery.

Mr. John A. Anderson

Mr. John A. Anderson passed away at Forsyth Medical Center on Tuesday, March 11, 2014. He was born to the late John A. Anderson and Theodosia Henderson Anderson in Rock Hill, South Carolina, on May 20, 1922.

He was educated in the public schools of Rock Hill and the family moved to Winston-Salem, North Carolina in 1943. 

Mr. Anderson was the owner/operator of Johnnies Shoe Shop in downtown Winston-Salem. The shop opened in 1946 and was one of the oldest Black owned businesses in the city.  It remained in full operation until declining health prevented Mr. Anderson from the daily routine of working in his shop.   He was a faithful and dedicated member of Mount Zion Baptist Church.

Mr. Anderson is survived by Earline H. Anderson, his wife of 59 years; sons, David L. Barksdale and John Earl (Dianne) Anderson; daughter, Pamela A. Anderson; 11 grandchildren, including loving care givers, Candace and John Anderson, III and Ameja Smith; three great grandchildren; two sisters-in-law; two brothers-in-law; good friends, Samuel Porter, Calvin Harris and Leon Leaper; several nieces, nephews, extended family members and his Trade Street Art District Family.

Funeral services will be held at Mount Zion Baptist Church at 12:00 pm on Monday, March 17, 2014. The family will visit with friends in the Chapel of Clark S. Brown and Sons Funeral Home on Sunday Evening, March 16, 2014 between 6:00-8:00pm. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.

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Miss Monica Monique Smith

Monica Monique Smith was born on July 17, 1978 to Marie Smith and the late Phillip King. She was a 1996 graduate of Glenn High School and attended Bennett and Salem Colleges. Monica excelled in her musical and sewing talents. She was an extraordinary mother, daughter, sister and friend. 
Monica passed away on March 8, 2014. In addition to her mother, she is survived by her most precious jewels: Tokyo T. and Asia A. Smith; her brother, Eric (Rhonda) Chisholm of Lynchburg, VA; sister, Diane Smith; niece and nephew, Alivia and Joshua Chisholm; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A service in her memory will be held at 11:00 AM on today in the chapel of Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home with Rev. George Banks, officiating.
We are celebrating Monica Monique Smith today as an Angel who now has been commissioned by Our Lord and Savior to watch over and be the heavenly protector to her most precious jewels: Tokyo T. & Asia A. Smith. May GOD bless and keep these jewels in the physical absence of Monica Monique Smith