Mr. William Thomas Shouse

Mr. William Thomas Shouse, 92, departed this earthly life on Sunday, November 17, 2013.He was born on August 26, 1921 to the late Johnny Shouse and Minnie Bitting Shouse.


William Thomas attended Carver High School. He gave service to his country in the United States Army during World War II. And he retired from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System.

Mr. Shouse attended Bethania AME Zion Church as a toddler and remained active until his health began to decline. He was a faithful member of the Men’s Choir, Sunday School, Life Members’ Organization and the Booster Club.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Esther Ambrose; three brothers, Johnnie Gray, Grady and Henry Shouse.

Those family members that he leaves to cherish his memory include four sisters, Anna (Joseph) Ervin, Margaret Scales, Hannah Eldridge and Mollie McLain; a devoted sister-in-law, Doris Shouse; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2013 at Bethania AME Zion Church and burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the funeral service at 12 noon at the church.

Mr. Harvey D. Jones, Sr.

Mr. Harvey D. Jones, Sr. was born to the late Gaddie Jones and Lura Peals Jones in Longview, Texas on March 12, 1929.He was educated in the Gregg County Public Schools and a graduate of Ned E. Williams High School in Longview, Texas. Following high school graduation, he attended Prairie View A&M University where he completed the Senior ROTC Program, earned his bachelors degree in agriculture and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Army. 
On June 1, 1952, Mr. Jones was called to active military service as an officer. His service for his country included a tour of duty in Korea during the Korean War and Germany. He obtained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel while in the Army and retired from the United States Army Reserve.
At the completion of his military career, “Harvey D” and his family settled in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and he went to work as a Safety Engineer for RJ Reynolds Tobacco Company. Following 27 years of dedicated service, he retired.
Early in life, Mr. Jones accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at Pleasant Green Baptist Church. He continued to profess and trust in God throughout his life. He was a Gold Star Member of First Baptist Church (Highland Avenue) in Winston-Salem where he faithfully served as a trustee, a scoutmaster and a member of the Ministry for G. W. Holland Housing, Inc. He made minor house repairs for the elderly and was a volunteer for Meals On Wheels.
Mr. Jones’ social and civic affiliations included membership in the NAACP, Olympic Lodge #795, Winston Lake Senior Golf Association and the Social Promoters Club, Inc. He also enjoyed fishing, landscaping and gardening. 
He passed away on November 11, 2013 at Forsyth Medical Center. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters: Verdia Jones, Fannie M. Willis and Dorothy Jones Blair; brothers: Gaddie D. Jones and Elvia J. Jones
Harvey is survived by his wife of 61 years, Billie Jones and their children: Harvey (Michelle) Jones, Jr., Ronald A. (Shane) Jones and Sonja R. Corrigan; grandchildren: Ryan Chase Jones, Mia McCutcheon Jones, Keenan Jones Corrigan, Cole Jones Corrigan, Drew Jones Corrigan; great grandson, Shaun G. Jones; sisters: Annie B. (Hervy) Hiner of Pittsburg, Texas and Lizzie L. Willis of Longview, Texas; brother, Walter C. (Serita) Jones of Culver City, California; devoted sisters-in-law: Naomi Jones, Gypsy Jones, Gladys Garrett, Vivian Johnson and Betty (Larry)Woytasezyk; daughter-in-law, Michele T. McCutcheon; son-in-law, James Corrigan;  God daughters: Jacqueline Spivey and Andrea Epps; special extended family, Larretta Rivera-Williams, Rev. William S. and  Agretta Epps; golfing buddies: Roy Phillips, David Wagner, and Tom Trollinger;  special friends, James Duncan, Arbry Felder, Butch and Janet Wheeler; a host of nieces, nephews and many friends. 
The family would like to thank the many friends who have expressed their love and concern. Your care has been received with heartfelt appreciation. Thank you also to Dr. David Smull, Dr. Bruce Brasher, Dr. Robert J. Holmes and their staff, the doctors and staff at the Forsyth Medical Center Palliative Care Unit and the staff of Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
The celebration of life for Mr. Harvey D. Jones, Sr. will be on Saturday, November 16, 2013 at First Baptist Church-Highland Avenue. The family will greet friends at 11:00 AM in the church sanctuary with the service following at 12:00 Noon. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery with military honors.
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Mr. Paul Jones

Mr. Paul Jones, 71, departed this life on November 11, 2013 at Forsyth Medical Center after an extended illness. Paul was born on January 4, 1942 in Winston-Salem to the late Halique and Isabel Jones. Paul attended the W-S/Forsyth County schools and graduated from Atkins High School, Class of 1959. He served and was honorably discharged from the United States Navy. He later attended Forsyth Technical College. Paul retired from R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company with over 30 years of service.

He was a member of Agape Faith Church for many years. Paul was a charitable giver and will be greatly missed!
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sister, Gladys Jones and granddaughter, Desiree Jones.

He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 47 years, Quentillia Jones; son, Paul C. (Renee’) Jones, granddaughter, Krishanda S. Carter; grandson, Dominique R. McLaughlin; a host of other relatives and caring friends.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, November 15, 2013 in the chapel of Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. The family will greet friends 30 minutes prior to the service. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.

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Mrs. Beatrice Caldwell Rorie

Mrs. Beatrice Caldwell Rorie, 76, also known as "Bea" was born to the late Pearl and George Caldwell on June 14, 1937 in Winston-Salem, NC. She attended the local public schools and was a 1955 graduate of Atkins High School. She worked for many years at Smith Dry Cleaners and after 20 years of service, she retired from R.J Reynolds Tobacco Company. Mrs. Rorie was a life long member of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church. She departed this life unexpectedly on November 4, 2013.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles L. Rorie. She is survived by her brother, Eugene H. Caldwell of Winston-Salem, NC; her sister, Minnie L. Caldwell of Rochester, NY; a devoted and special niece, Cassandra Greene-Walker of Rural Hall, NC; and a host of other relatives and many friends.

A service to celebrate the life she lived will be held at 1 :00 PM on Monday, November 11, 2013 at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. Dennis Leach, Sr., Pastor, officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in Mrs. Rorie's honor to:
The Golden Ages of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, 1400 Fitch Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27107. There will be no public viewing of Mrs. Rorie.

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