Obituaries
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Ms. Veronica Lynette Payne
January 9, 2022
Ms. Veronica Lynette Payne was born on April 28, 1965, to Mr. Hinton H. Covington and Ms. Elizabeth Wilson Payne in Winston- Salem, North Carolina. Her earthly assignments completed, she passed away on January 9, 2022.
Veronica attended RJ. Reynolds High School. She was a longtime member of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, where she sang on the choir and participated in many other church activities.
Her employment included many years of customer service in the restaurant industry.
Veronica was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Charles G. Payne, Jr; and a sister, Wanda A. Payne. She is survived by her two sons, Brandon D. Payne and Dustin J. Payne; two nephews, Patrick L. Payne and Terrance R. (ArTiffany) Payne of Gilbert, Arizona; a niece, Kindra Y. Payne; and a devoted friend, Tony L. Porter.
Ms. Payne may be publicly viewed Friday, January 14, 2022 from 12:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Service will be Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Friendship Baptist Church, 1317 North Cherry Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Interment Gardens of Memory, Walkertown, North Carolina.
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Mr. Joseph Bonner Woodruff, Sr.
January 4, 2022
Joseph Bonner Woodruff, Sr. was born July 5, 1932, to the late Jesse and Ada Woodruff in Concord, North Carolina. He was educated in the Winston Salem Forsyth County Schools System and after graduation he went on to North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State University and later enlisted in the United States Army.
After his time in the Army, he moved to Columbus, Ohio where he worked for IPM Industries. When Joseph retired, he moved back to Winston-Salem, NC, where he reunited and married the late Doris C. Woodruff.
After returning to Winston-Salem, he joined the Ministries of Truth Apostolic Church (The Shifting Place) where he served as a Sunday school teacher and was ordained as a Deacon by Bishop William Koger for over 30 years.
Joseph was a man who loved the Lord with all his heart. He answered the call of his Heavenly Father on Tuesday, January 4, 2022.
Deacon Woodruff was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Clyburn Woodruff.
He leaves to cherish his precious memories six daughters: Cynthia Simms of Washington, DC, Kaylane (Ken) Blue of Augusta, GA, Andrea (Raymond) Cromwell of Lady Smith, Virginia, Alexis (Steve) Kapp, Beverly Bradshaw and Nikki (Derrick) Woodruff of the city; three sons, Joseph (Teresa) Woodruff, Jr. of Clinton, Maryland, Harvey (Angela) Woodruff of the city and Ronald Woodruff of Washington, DC; 17 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; two devoted cousins, Margie McFadden of Columbus, Ohio and Annie Pearl of Concord, NC; and a host of family and friends.
A very special thank you to Martha Edwards and Faye Fields for all your help and support, and Mr. David Duncan for your friendship with Joseph until his last days.
Public viewing for Mr. Woodruff will be Monday, January 10, 2022 from 12:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at Ambassador Cathedral, Inc., 1500 Harriet Tubman Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27105. Interment Salisbury National Cemetery, Salisbury, North Carolina.
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Ms. Peggy L. Dulin
December 27, 2021
Ms. Peggy L. Dulin was born November 22, 1945, in Stuart, Virginia to the late Charlie B. Dulin, Sr. and Mary Louise Houchins Dulin. Ms. Dulin passed away on December 27, 2021, at Novant Rowan Medical Center, Salisbury, NC after a sudden illness.
Peggy graduated from Paisley High School in 1964. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration in 1969, from Winston Salem State University in Winston Salem, NC and completed graduate work in Education in 1971 at Montclair State University in Upper Montclair, New Jersey. She was certified to teach in the State of North Carolina and the State of New Jersey. She had a distinguished career with the New Brunswick, NJ School District, where she held several positions over the years.
Peggy was baptized into Christ at the age of 11. She remained faithful and was a member of the North Patterson Avenue Church of Christ in Winston Salem, NC.
Ms. Dulin was preceded in death by her father, Charlie B. Dulin, Sr., mother, Mary Louise Houchins Dulin, and brother Charlie B. Dulin, Jr. She is survived by her sister, Carolyn (John) McLaughlin of Salisbury, NC; niece, Lori (Jimmy) Howell, Greensboro, NC; nephew, John (Candace) McLaughlin, III, Valley Village, CA; niece, Dominique Marshall, Chicago, IL; great nieces, Aires McLaughlin and Che McLaughlin; great nephew, Rocco McLaughlin; a host of cousins and friends; a special adoptive family, Horace, Connie, and Horace, Jr. Ballard; and special friends, James Camp and Rachel Covington-Banks.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Redland Church of Christ, mask will be required for attendance. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Ms. Dulin will be publicly viewed Friday, January 7, 2022 from 12 PM~5 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
The family would like to extend a special “Thank You” to Micha James, the staff of the Elizabeth & Tab Williams Adult Daycare Center, and At Home Eldercare (Lisa McDale and Barbara Gateau) for the love and care that was given to Peggy over the last year.
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Ms. Betty Couthen Wesley
December 25, 2021
Ms. Betty Couthen Wesley was born to Samuel and Louise Couthen in Winston-Salem, NC. On December 25, 2021, she passed away at the age of 84.
After she graduated from Carver High School, she attended La Mae Beauty School and received her Cosmetology Degree. Betty furthered her education at Winston-Salem State University and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. She retired from Novant Health with 44 years of service.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Louise Couthen; two brothers, Raymond L. Couthen and Frederick W. Couthen.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her sons, Lorenzo Wesley, Jr., Frederick Wesley, Darryl Wesley, and Michael Wesley; and a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren; a brother Samuel (Jean) Couthen, Jr.; and sister, Shirley Couthen Williams; dedicated niece, Kathy Smith; several nieces and nephews; special “goddaughters”, Vivian Kirkpatrick and Roshell Martin.
Ms. Couthen may be publicly viewed Sunday, January 2, 2022 from 1:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be Monday, January 3, 2022 at 11:30 A.M. at Piney Grove Baptist Church, 4715 Indiana Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC
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Mr. Mareo Lazarus Henderson
December 23, 2021
Mareo Lazareth Henderson was born July 6, 1977, in Thomasville, North Carolina to Patsy Cryetta Henderson. Growing up, Mareo had many loving families. Two to mention are Rik Hoskins and Mareo's brother, Dustin R. Freeman Hoskins. Mareo spent his latter days with his Bell Coles family, Terrance and Nedrea and guardian Marlena Bell. They welcomed him with open arms, and he immediately became attached to the whole family.
Mareo loved helping people; he volunteered at Novant Health Center passing out bulletins and helped assist at his Day Program at Top Priority Care Services. Mareo was an enthusiastic member of Greater Grace Temple Greensboro and love his pastor. Mareo loved shopping and before the pandemic, would not hesitate to share a hug with someone. Mareo was so loveable and affectionate and could be seen smiling across the room at any given time; he could light up a room with his twinkling eyes and dazzling smile!
On Thursday, December 23, 2021, Mareo's golden heart stopped beating. He leaves to cherish his memory loving parents: Rik Hoskins, Terrance and Nedrea Coles; siblings: Malaka, Marlena (Earl), Corez, TC, Trenton (Chevelle), Terran (Kourtney), Dustin and George of North Carolina, and Dougie of Michigan; a special friend, Linda; and a host of nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Public viewing for Mr. Henderson will be Sunday, January 2, 2022 from 1:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be private.
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Mr. Paul Lewis Ledbetter
December 22, 2021
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Mrs. Minnie Mae Little Hughes
December 21, 2021
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Mr. Treshawn J. Plater
December 14, 2021
Treshawn J. Plater was born November 6, 1999 in Winston-Salem, NC. He passed away unexpectedly on December 14, 2021.
Treshawn attended Reynolds High School where he showed his love for basketball.
Mr. Plater is preceded in death by his mother, Tanaisha Butler; great-great grandmother, Virginia Plater; grandmother, Josephine Plater; and great grandfather, James Butler.
Treshawn leaves to cherish his memories, his father, James Plater, III (Pamela); two brothers, Tremayne Butler and Jaquan Butler; grandmother, Debbie Butler; great grandmother, Deloris Butler; grandfathers, James Plater, Jr., Randy and Miles; two aunts, Jessica Plater and Stephanie Griffin; uncle, Anthony Butler; and a host of cousins and friends.
Funeral service for Mr. Plater will be private and there will be no public viewing.
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Mr. Robert James Jacobs
December 14, 2021
Robert James Jacobs, better known as “Jake”, was born on February 15, 1941 in Winston Salem, North Carolina to the late Frank Jacobs and Gladys Gaines.
He attended Carver High School and was employed by Goodwill Industries as a driver. He retired after 25 years of dedicated service to the organization.
A talented “Mr. Fix-it”, his hobbies included repairing TV’s and lawnmowers for the neighbors. He was a long-time member of The Providence Church where he had been active in many of its ministries.
Mr. Jacobs departed this life December 14, 2021. He leaves to cherish his memory, a daughter, Constance Jacobs; a son, Antonio Allison; three granddaughters, Sharieta Jordan, Arie L. Allison and Brianna Jacobs; a grandson, Frederick Jacobs; a great-granddaughter, Shayelyn Smith; a loving sister and only sibling, Shirley Mitchell; his wife, Nellie Jacobs; two nieces, Arlene Davenport and Rashida Dobson; two nephews, Darryl Manning and Laroi Dion Jackson; and a host of great nieces, nephews, cousins and other close friends.
Robert was a proud member of “The Four Sisters’ Children Reunion Team”. We were 12, now 11. He will be missed.
Service for Mr. Jacobs will be private and there will be no public viewing.
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Mr. Richard R. Marshall, Jr.
December 14, 2021
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Mr. William Dean
December 11, 2021
William Dean was born on August 19, 1946, in Walthall County, MS. His parents were the late Charlene Berrow and William Lundy. He quietly slipped away to his eternal home on Saturday, December 11, 2021, at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.
William Dean graduated from Tylertown High School and upon graduating went on to serve his country by joining United States Army. He was stationed in Fort Lewis Washington and served in the Vietnam War. After being honorably discharged, William Dean moved to Winston-Salem, NC where he worked for R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company for 39 ½ years until he retired in 2005.
He was talented in so many ways and had the gift and eye for remodeling homes, restoring classic cars, being a talented seamstress and had a passion for music and singing. Friends and family would often consult with him regarding re-decorating, upgrading, and modernizing their homes. He absolutely loved being around family and friends and was passionate about drawing. William Dean had a great sense of humor and always kept family and friends laughing.
He was preceded in death by, his parents; four sisters, Yvonne Jefferson, Sharon Berrow, Linda Green and Cynthia Lundy; and three brothers, George Berrow, Lawrence Berrow and Wayne Lundy.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Mary Dean; three daughters, Patricia (Don) Robinson, Sherrie Dean and Krystal (Radasma) Cooper; two sons, Andre Baker, Michael (Charmon) Baker; thirteen grandchildren, Gabriella, Hannah, Don Jr, Jordan, Kyndel, William, Jullian, Rashad, Shaheed, Brandon, Michael, Trajan, Bryce ; two great-grandchildren, Paris and Rashad Jr; three sisters, Sheila Lundy, Atricia Bell, Sharon Harris; four brothers, Mark Anthony Williams, Charles Berrow, Lamus Lundy and William Earl Lundy, a very special aunt, Mildred Dean; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
Funeral service will be Saturday, December 18, 2021, at 1 P.M. at First Baptist Church located at 700 Highland Ave in Winston-Salem, NC. Interment will be in Salisbury National Cemetery. There will be no public viewing of Mr. Dean.
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Mrs. Inez H. Hairston the daughter of the late William and Richardean Walker Hughes was born September 16, 1933, in Winston-Salem, NC and departed this life on December 7, 2021.
Inez is at rest with her ten siblings, Mrs. Isabel Means, Ms. Gladys Hughes, Mrs. Irene Hairston, Mrs. Gloria Coker, Mr. William E. Hughes, Mr. Milton Hughes, Mr. Aldean Hughes, Mr. Jacob Hughes, and Mr. Richardson Hughes.
Inez was a 1951 graduate of Atkins High School of the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. Subsequent educational training was accomplished at Boro Academy of Brooklyn, New York, Ophelia De Vore School of Charm in New York City, and Evelyn Woods Dynamics Program. In 1969, Inez was awarded a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing by North Carolina Central University. Postgraduate course work was taken at Texas Women's College of Dallas, Texas, and the University of North Carolina.
Inez's knowledge and competency in the nursing profession have been recognized and utilized in several positions of employment in the states of New York, Maryland, Florida, and North Carolina. During her career, she had been employed as Executive Head Nurse, Instructor, Administrator, and Clinical Specialist. She was a member of the teaching faculty at Kate Bitting Hospital and was named Assistant Director of Nursing at Winston-Salem State University School of Nursing and NC A&T Stated University.
Inez worked as a nurse for the City of Winston-Salem Health and Safety Department. She was a member in the American League of Nursing and the American Nurses Association.
Inez affirmed her faith and shared her ministry with others on a regular basis including the sick. She was actively involved in the Christian Ministries while in church and extended community.
Inez leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. A life-long devoted friend, Mrs. Vicky H. Johnson of Siloam, NC.
Funeral service for Mrs. Hairston will be private. There will be no public viewing. Interment at Gardens of Memory.
Mrs. Inez V. Hughes Hairston
December 7, 2021
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Mr. Ricky Lee McKinney
December 5, 2021
On Sunday, December 5, 2021, Ricky gained his heavenly wings, God needed him to lead His heavenly choir. He was born in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Lonnie and Barbara McKinney Dubose on August 26, 1953.
Ricky graduated from West Forsyth High School. He furthered his education at Winston-Salem State University and Livingstone College in Salisbury, NC.
He was employed with the City of Winston-Salem, Douglas Battery and Carpet World before using his gifts and talents to render and direct music at a multitude of churches. Among them are Zion Hill, Mars Hill, Red Bank, Pilgrim Rest, Goler Memorial, the Winston-Salem District AME Zon Church and Dreamland Park Baptist Church. He played many instruments, wrote music, and could sing every note and part of a song just by hearing. Choir members all over the city have acknowledged his gifts and talents.
He was also loved because of his kind, loving heart and always had a comment to keep you smiling. We loved him, but God loved him more.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara McKinney-Dubose, father, Lonnie Dubose; grandmother, Walter Lou McKinney; grandfather, Robert Lee McKinney; aunt, Suzanna Tate; uncle, Leonard; and a brother Ronnie “Pug” Gore.
He leaves to cherish fond memories a niece, Liteca Davis; nephew, Ronnie Gore, Jr., three great nieces Dana (Jason) Singleton, Makayla Gore, and Jada McCoy; one great nephew, Matthew Davis, and a host of other cousins and special friends, including very close and devoted friends Wallace Wright and Dewey Watson.
A private memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 2021 at Goler Memorial AME Zion Church. There will be no public viewing of Mr. McKinney and memorial service will be a 60-person limit.
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Ms. Margie Bernice Pearl Crawford
December 2, 2021
Margie Bernice Pearl Crawford known as “Bernice” was born in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Marjorie Turner, but was reared by her great aunt Margie P. Flake.
She attended the local public schools and graduated in 1962 with the first graduating class of A.H. Anderson High School. She received her Bachelor of Science in Education from Winston-Salem State College, class of 1966. She later received her Master of Science in Education-Administration from NC Agricultural and Technical State University, class of 1985. She was a Life-long National Member of the Winston-Salem State University Alumni Association.
On Thursday, December 2, 2021, Bernice received her heavenly wings at Forsyth Medical Center. Bernice was a dedicated teacher for 30 plus years before retiring. She was dedicated to serving Christ. At First Calvary Baptist Church, she lived her commitment through several years as a choir member and was faithfully involved in many activities there. She had a closeness with loved ones who will miss her dearly.
She is survived by her sisters: Ingrid McPherson and Lisa Turner who reside in St. Paul, Minnesota; sister-cousin, Peggy (Joseph) Salley; brother, Donald (Wanda) Coley; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews; a host of cousins including a devoted cousin, Florence Beasley; childhood friends, Shirley Hairston, Portia McDougal; her goddaughter, Jaradd McDougal; and many special friends.
Funeral service will be private. Ms. Crawford may be publicly viewed Friday, December 10, 2021, from 12:00 PM~5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
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Mr. Bobby Ray Little
November 29, 2021
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Mr. Cleon Horne
November 28, 2021
Cleon Horne lovingly known as “Baby” son of the late Brice and Mary Horne had a change of address from his earthly home to his resting place with the Lord on Sunday, November 28, 2021. Born November 9, 1946.
He graduated from Paisley High School in Winston-Salem, NC. He attended Forsyth Technical Community College where he obtained his Electrical Trade Certification. After graduating, he worked for Twin City Electric company. Cleon worked over 30 years at Winston-Salem State University as a Lead Electrician and retired in 2004. He was a member of Bethlehem Holiness Church.
Cleon is preceded in death by his parents Brice and Mary Horne; Sisters, Mary Elizabeth Jones (Fredrick), and Dorothy Horne Woods (William); Brothers, Sylvester Horne (Rowilla), and Fred Horn (Dorothy); nephew Fernando Horne.
He leaves to cherish his loving wife of 50 years Veronia Kirby Horne of the home. Two daughters Creatha Dillon (Christopher) of Kernersville, NC and Tuwanna Ladson of Winston-Salem, NC. Six grandchildren: Alana, Alivia Christopher Jr, Keagan, A’nyla and Zanaria. One sister Carolyn Horne Eaton; and a host of nieces, nephews, close friends, relatives, and church family.
Mr. Horne may be publicly viewed on Friday, December 3, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Mercy Seat Holiness Church, 145 Pine Tree Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27105. Interment at Piedmont Memorial Gardens.
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Mr. William Henry Miller
November 22, 2021
Mr. William H. Miller was born to the late Paul Lewis Miller and Elizabeth Perkins Nesbitt on June 24, 1940. He passed away on November 22, 2021.
Mr. Miller served honorably in the United States Army during the Vietnam War era. He received several honors during his service including the national defense medal and a purple heart medal.
He retired from RJ Reynolds Archer as a machine operator.
He is survived by his children, grandchildren, two sisters, one brother, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Mr. Miller may be publicly viewed from 12:00 P.M - 5:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment will be in Salisbury, NC
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Ms. Minnie Belle Floyd
November 17, 2021
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Mrs. Ida H. Michael
November 15, 2021
Ida H. Michael (affectionally known as “G”) transitioned on November 15, 2021. She was born in Lexington, North Carolina on December 12, 1933, to the late Henry Henderson and Callie Henderson Williams.
She attended Atkins High School in Winston Salem and art school in Cleveland, Ohio. Ida married the late Julius Michael and together they raised their daughter Larnettra Richardson, previously married to Toby Richardson, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
As a dark room technician and photographer, Ida was known for her ability to take, develop, and restore amazing photos. She was also a certified cosmetologist. Her hobbies included painting, singing, traveling, and shopping. She showed her unique love in her smile, collard greens, pound cake, sweet potato pie, assigned nicknames, scheduled phone calls, care packages, and sarcastic humor.
She attended Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, where she sang on the choir and was also the photographer for many years. She loved to read and teach the Bible, and she was always ready and willing to share her wisdom and the many stories from her past. She was an active member of Gamma Phi Delta Sorority for almost 50 years. Above all, Ida was the type of matriarch who put God and her family first and provided a safety net for everyone she loved.
Ida is survived by her daughter Larnettra Richardson; her granddaughters Tenille Richardson-Quamina and her husband Ian Quamina, Tori Daniels and her husband Marcus Daniels, and Tavyn Collins and her husband Stan Collins; her great-grandsons Stanford Collins III, Shawn Collins, Marcus Daniels, Jeremiah Daniels, and Elijah Daniels; her great-granddaughters Rebel Quamina and Nova Quamina; her older brother Henry Henderson and younger brother James Henderson along with his wife Joan Henderson; her godson James Barber; her best friends Gretha Michael and Bernice Cates and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Funeral Services will be held private. There will be no public viewing of Mrs. Michael.
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Mrs. Carmen Byrd Bishop
November 7, 2021
Mrs. Carmen Vanessa Byrd Bishop was born on November 23, 1963 to Almeta Miller and the late Van Byrd in Hartsfield, South Carolina. On Sunday, November 7, 2021, she gained her wings.
She attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and graduated from North Forsyth High School. Her employment included: Carolina Beauty School, H & R Block, Four Brothers, and caregiver for young children.
A member of Life Changing Transformation Church Ministries, she actively participated in the Hour of Prayer and was a Youth Sunday School Teacher. When she was not attending church activities or working, she enjoyed babysitting her great nieces and nephews whom she affectionately called “fufu’s”. She also found joy in the fellowship of cookouts and fish fry's.
She was preceded in death by her father, Van Byrd; mother-in-law, Suzie Bishop; stepfather, Robert Miller; brother-in-law, Stephon Bishop; aunt, Rosa Lee; uncle, Sam O’Neal; and cousins, Gina Gambrell and Abigail O’Neal.
Mrs. Bishop is survived by her husband, Irby Bishop; children, Ibretha Horne, Latoya Byrd, Te’Carra Byrd (Shanell Gambell); grandchildren, Chrishawn Bitting, Steven Hughes, Jr., Khaliya Taylor, Ta’Mari Terry, Janiya Fields; her mother, Almeta Miller; sisters, Alison Miller and Shirley Bacote; sisters-in-law, Marilyn Givens and Stephanie Moody Bishop; brother-in-law, Ricky Givens; aunt, Bertha O’Neal; nieces and nephews, Terrance Bacote, Shamekia Bacote, Marcel Bacote, Candace Bacote, Angelica Bacote, Dae’Quan Miller, James Perry, and Antwon Miller; and more than 20 of her nieces and nephews, also known as her “fufu’s”.
Funeral service will be held Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at Life Changing Transformation Church Ministries, 2001 NE 25th Street, Winston-Salem, NC
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Mr. Kassim Nacati Geddings
November 5, 2021
Kassim was born February 12, 1984 to Howard and Angela at a U.S. Air Force base in Istanbul, Turkey. After his father’s service there ended, the family returned to New York City, NY. In 1992, Kassim relocated with his family to his mother’s hometown of Winston-Salem, NC. He continued to call North Carolina home until his passing on November 5, 2021, at the young age of 37.
He attended Paisley Middle School and Parkland High School. While at Paisley, he met a sweet girl named Shrese. The two dated for some time before eventually going their separate ways. However, nearly 20 years later, they were reunited and discovered that they’d always belonged together. Not long after, the two were engaged.
Kassim was never one to allow life’s difficulties t prevent him from achieving his goals. As a young adult, he earned his GED, but he didn’t stop there. In 2016, he started his own business: KG Miscellaneous Work. In 2020, he took several online courses in Business through Purdue University and the University of Phoenix. In September 2021 as Kassim looked forward to bringing home another bundle of joy in November, he began working for Food Lion to provide additional stability to his family.
He loved God, his family, and his friends. He enjoyed putting things together, cooking (and eating), appreciating the many blessings in his life and reminding others to do the same. He was incredibly generous, hardworking, and deserving of a future that should have lasted many more years.
Kassim was preceded in death by his mother, Angela Gail Robinson John, and his stepfather, Lucien John.
Left to cherish his memories are his father, Howard (Lydia) Geddings; his fiancée, Shrese Cooper and their children, Marley, Jeremiah, and Jacob; his daughter and son, Christina and David (Mother-Richelle Baker); his daughter Nakesha (Mother-Shantel Williams); his siblings, Harkime Geddings, Hashon (Juli) Geddings, Johnanna Lee Geddings, Monique John, Sylvie (Charles) John, and Lucien John, Jr.; numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, cousins; and close friends, William Smith, DeShawn Wood, Duke Quick and the entire Quick family.
Funeral service for Mr. Geddings will be private.
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Mr. Theodore B. Wilkins
November 5, 2021
Theodore B. Wilkins was born to Sabria Camp Wilkins and Jessie Wilkins in Winston-Salem, NC on June 15, 1926. He was the youngest of seven children
2 girls (Helen, Eliza) and 5 boys (Jerry, Raymond, Nathan, Wesley).
He was a member of White Rock Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, NC for many years and served on the Trustee Board. He was one of the oldest active
members of the Church. Theodore served in the US Army and received an Honorable Discharge in 1946. He then attended the National Institute of Painting and Paperhanging where he received his Certificate. He subsequently pursued the field of auto mechanics and became the 2nd best mechanic in Winston-Salem.
He was preceded in death by his Parents, Siblings, Devoted Wife, Clara Wilkins of 74yrs, and one son, Steven Wilkins.
Theodore leaves to cherish his memories, two sons: Jesse Theodore Wilkins of Newark NJ and Sylvester Wilkins (Vera Jones-Wilkins) of Jacksonville FL.
He is also survived by four grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, a 103-year-old Cousin Ida Mae Nelson and a host of nieces, nephews,
other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at White Rock Baptist Church. Mr. Wilkins will be publicly viewed
from 12:00 PM ~ 5:00 PM on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment in Salisbury National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations to White Rock Baptist Church are requested in memory of Mr. Theodore Wilkins.
A special thanks to: Pauline and Cornell Leak (Caregiver and Friend), Vanessel and Willis Pickard (Friend), Linda Norwood (Caregiver) and Cynthia Norwood
(There are no words to describe this God sent Caregiver Angel that endured to the end). Trellis hospice team especially Laura who provided
passionate medical care and Trinity Glen for the wonderful nursing home care.
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Ms. Celestine Withers Sheppard
October 30, 2021
Ms. Celestine Withers Sheppard was born November 17, 1950 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Clem Withers, Sr. and Lucy Withers.
She was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. Ms. Sheppard worked for Forsyth Medical Center for many years and retired after 20+ years with Novant Health.
She was a member of the Jehovah’s Witness faith.
Ms. Sheppard passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021 after a period of illness. She was preceded in death by her six siblings.
She leaves to cherish their many memories, her children: Angela Withers Carter, Vincent Christopher (Valerie)Withers, Charlesetta Sheppard and Anthony Ceasar Sheppard (Telisha); 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews and friends.
Funeral service will be private and there will be no public viewing of Ms. Sheppard.
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Mrs. Elizabeth J. Howell
October 22, 2021
Mrs. Elizabeth Jones Howell was born on June 22, 1921 in Yadkin County, North Carolina to the late John and Maude Jones. She attended the Yadkin County School System. Mrs. Howell was employed as a Private Duty Certified Nurse Assistant. She was a dedicated member at Bethlehem A.M.E. Zion Church where she served faithfully for many years until her health started to decline.
Mrs. Howell departed this life October 22, 2021. She is survived by her sons, Reverend Gary (Lillian) Walker, Albert (Beverly) Walker; daughters, Brenda (Delma) France, Linda Gray, Brenda Cunningham, and Georgia Ann Madison of Petersburg, VA; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at Bethlehem AME Zion Church. Mrs. Howell may be publicly viewed from 12:00 PM~5:00 PM on October 29, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home and 45 minutes prior to the service at the church.
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Mr. Ellis Cleo Edwards, Jr.
October 17, 2021
Ellis Cleo Edwards, Jr. was born July 1, 1956 to the late Ellis and Rosa Mae Edwards in New Bern, NC.
He attended J.T. Barber High School in New Bern, NC. He also earned a Certificate of Completion in Human Resource Development from Cape Fear Community College in New Bern, NC.
In 1978 Ellis became an active member of the United States Coast Guard and received and Honorary Discharge in 1982.
Ellis moved to Winston-Salem, North Carolina 2006 and was employed in janitorial services and later became self-employed in the Recycling Business.
Ellis was a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and went so far as to name is dog, Pittsburgh. He also enjoyed watching programs on TV.
On Sunday, October 17, 2021, Ellis entered into rest. We have precious memories that will live on.
Preceding in death were his parents, Ellis Cleo Edwards, Sr. and Rosa Mae Edwards; and one sister Rose Edwards. He is survived by his wife, Khadija Edwards; five siblings, Vivian “Bibby” Scott, and Marzella “Marty” Scott (Maryland), Hattie Mae Tracey (Arizona), Joyce Edwards (Washington, DC), Regina Chairs (New Bern, NC); and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A special friend Prennis Williams.
Mr. Ellis will be publicly viewed Friday, October 22, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment Salisbury National Cemetery
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Mr. Roger Gary Blackburn
October 13, 2021
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Mrs. Annie Speas Jones
October 10, 2021
Mrs. Annie Speas Jones “Annie Maude”, was born to the late June Speas and Mary Speas in Pfafftown, North Carolina on December 24, 1927. On October 10, 2021, after many years of being faithful over many things, her assignments were completed.
She was a graduate of the historic “Old Carver High School” in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Before the consolidation of the city and county schools, it was the high school available to Black students who lived in Forsyth County.
A devout member of Bethlehem AME Zion Church, she served in many capacities and achieved numerous awards for her dedication and service. Always willing to help, she also served with the Missionary and Hospitality Ministries of the church.
In addition to caring for her family, she was a beloved nanny for the Bennet family. Additionally she was employed as a Moravian Cookie Baker. Her desire to be of service to others was observed through her membership with the Good Neighborhood Community Club.
She was preceded in death by her husband of many years, Arthur Leroy Jones; her children: daughter, Annie Mae Jones-Walker; her sons, Henry Arthur Jones, Vernice Jones and Waddell Jones. Those remaining to mourn her loss but cherish the legacy of a beloved matriarch include: a host of grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and sister-in-law, Mazie Louise Speas.
There will be a public viewing for Mrs. Jones Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, October 17, 2021 at 2:00 P.M. at Bethlehem AME Zion Church, 6475 Yadkinville Road, Pfafftown, North Carolina. Interment Bethlehem AME Zion Church Cemetery.
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Mr. Thomas Adams
October 10, 2021
Mr. Thomas Adams was born on September 25, 1942 to Reverend Thomas Adams and Juanita Settle in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He completed his earthly assignment and received his heavenly wings on Sunday, October 10, 2021 following a period of illness.
He was faithful to God, to his family and he was a loyal member of New Bethel Baptist Church. He was a dependable presence there and participated in many church activities until his health began to decline.
Those who preceded him in death include: his loving wife of 31 years, Vicky Jean Parham Adams; his parents; a sister, Mary Gullick; and brothers, Freddie Adams, Willie Adams, Samuel Adams, and Robert Adams.
He leaves to cherish loving memories: his beloved son, Eric Adams; devoted niece and caregiver, Tivana Adams; devoted niece, Shannel (Lavan) Adams-Clement; brother, Alfred (Lectrice) Adams, Sr.; sisters, Wilhelmina Davis and Juanita Wilder both of Washington, DC, Doretha Abney of Capital Heights, Maryland, Ethel Green and Madeline Mullins; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral service will be private. Public viewing for Mr. Adams will be held Friday, October 15, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.
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Mr. Aaron L. Wardlow
September 30, 2021
On February 14, 1961, the late Aaron McFadden and Rosa Lee Wardlow were blessed with a baby boy whom they named Aaron. He was the seventh of eight children.
Aaron graduated from R.J. Reynolds High School in 1980 and soon after joined the United States Army, where he proudly served for 23 years, 2 months, and 5 days. He continued his education while in the Army and obtained an Associates Degree. While stationed at Fort Knox, KY, he met Debra Meeks-Wardlow, whom he married in 1990. They raised three children, Willie Levon, Danielle Latrice, and Erin Tamesha Wardlow. In 1990 Aaron joined the Freemasons in Frankfurt, Germany, where he earned the 33rd Degree.
In 2006, Aaron repented, was baptized, and added to the body of Christ in Locust Grove, Georgia.
Aaron was an elite soldier and took great pride in being a soldier. His uniform was always starched, and boots were always spit-shined. Due to his exemplary services, he was selected to serve as an Army Recruiter for 3 years. Aaron lived abroad for more than 9 years, which includes a Bosnia expedition. He received over 20 awards during his military career. Some time after retiring from the Army, he worked as a military contractor in Kuwait for over 6 years. Over half of his life was dedicated to military service.
Aaron was a very jovial individual and had a very giving heart. He loved playing spades (which is how he met Debra), dominoes, and grilling.
On September 30, 2021, Aaron passed away peacefully at his home. He was preceded in death by his father and mother; sister, Debra Jean Wardlow; brothers, Larry, Dennis, and Nathaniel Wardlow.
He leaves to cherish his memories, Debra, Willie, Danielle (Lathaddeus), Erin Wardlow all of Griffin, GA; his oldest son, Aaron Wardlow, Jr. of Hinesville, GA; one sister, Flora A. (Jacob) Cameron of Winston-Salem, NC; two brothers, Cornell and Tommy Lee Wardlow both of Winston-Salem, NC; seven grandchildren, and many other special nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral service will be private. There will be no public viewing of Mr. Wardlow.
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Mrs. Carol Lane Marshall
September 29, 2021
Carol Marshall, 84, passed away Wednesday morning, September 29, 2021 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice House.
Carol was born in Kennett, Missouri where she met and married her husband of 49 years, Donald L. Marshall, on Dec. 24, 1956.
Don preceded her in death in 2005.
Carol was an active member at Early’s Baptist Church, Ahoskie, NC and at Grassy Creek Presbyterian Church, Spruce Pine, NC. She was most recently a member at Clemmons Baptist Church, Clemmons, NC.
Carol has 2 daughters, Eva Aldridge (Chris), Lexington, KY, and Phyllis Marshall-Rice (Ron), Clemmons, NC; 4 grandchildren, Lewis Aldridge, Fox Rice, Jack Rice, and Lane Aldridge; a nephew, Bill Ray (Rita), Carbondale, IL; and 2 nieces, Mindy Brown (Charlie) and Beverly Johnson (Glenn); and several great nieces and nephews; and had a special bond with her great niece, Katie Ray.
The family would like to express their deep gratitude to the staff at Southfork Assisted Living and most recently the staff at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice House for the loving care and assistance they have provided.
No services are planned at this time.
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Mrs. Maxine Peay Haney
September 27, 2021
Maxine Peay Haney was born on June 8, 1929 to the late Mr. and Mrs. Grant and Emma Peay in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She passed on September 27, 2021.
Maxine was a graduate of Atkins High School.
Maxine later married the love of her life Waddell Haney. She spent her life making a home for her family.
She was a member of First Baptist Church where she was a Gold Star member.
Maxine loved preparing meals for her family and friends. She also enjoyed working puzzle books and board puzzles.
Maxine survivors include the loves of her life, Verdie, William and Richard Haney; daughters-in-law: Towanna and Melissa Haney; grandchildren: Le’Ann, RJ, Ashley, Carneshia and Jax. Plus, a host of nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Waddell Haney on August 19, 1991.
Funeral service will be private. Mrs. Haney will be publicly viewed Thursday, September 30, 2021 from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
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Ms. Barbara Jean Smith
September 25, 2021
Barbara Jean Miller Smith was born on June 17, 1956 to Elsie Miller and the late Clarence Imes in Winston-Salem, NC.
Barbara graduated from West Forsyth High School in Clemmons, NC and worked several jobs afterwards with Snyder Photography being the longest (over 30 years). She had also been employed by the Forsyth County Sheriff Department as well as Forsyth County Group Homes as a Case Manager.
Barbara was a faithful and devoted member of Living Word Fellowship, Inc. for over 30 years.
Among her favorite hobbies were sewing and traveling.
Family members describe Barbara as compassionate, brave, honest, loyal and unselfish. She will be sorely missed by all who loved her.
She was preceded in death by four siblings, Earnestine Hall, Verna Griffin, Bruce Miller and Rother Hunter
Left to cherish the memories of Barbara are her children, Parris Tiera Smith and Thomas Wesley Smith; grandchild, Thomas Wesley Smith, Jr.; mother, Elsie Miller; siblings: Frankie Pace (Ted), Alice Spease (Ed), Theresa Thomas, William Miller (Bill), Cathy Miller (Kay), Robin Neal and Calvin Hunter; companion, Michael Todd Smith; god-children, Morgan, Mason and Madison Norwood, Nicolas Imes, Joshua and Jeremy Carter; best friend, Kimland Seymour; sister/cousin, Constance Brown; a very special family, the Bass’s; and a host of nieces and nephews.
A private memorial service will be held Saturday, October 2, 2021. There will be no public viewing of Ms. Smith.
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Mrs. Mary Alice Cason
September 20, 2021
Mary Alice Cason was born on June 14, 1926 to the late Joseph Thompson and Roberta Reynolds Thompson. She graduated from Atkins High School and Russell's Business College. Mary Alice Cason had 6 siblings, 3 sisters and 3 brothers. Five siblings predeceased her: Josephine Thompson, Louise Thompson, Joseph Thompson, Benjamin Thompson and Maynard Thompson.
On June 4, 1945 she married James E. Cason, Sr. They were married for 63 years until his passing on March 7, 2009.
Mary Alice Cason was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Mary Alice Cason fell asleep on Monday, September 20, 2021. In addition to her parents and siblings, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Jamona Goldsmith and grandchildren, Kelly and Kimberly Cason.
She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother and is survived by two children: son, James E. Cason, Jr. and spouse Ivory Cason, and daughter, Deborah J. Cason; nine grandchildren: Monica Goolsby and spouse, Chris Goolsby, Steven Goldsmith, Jana Powell and spouse, Billy Powell, Milford Goldsmith, II, Jeremy Cason, James Cason, III, and Kari Jackson and spouse, Quincy Jackson; 15 great-grandchildren and 5 great, great grandchildren; her sister, Melba Workman; other relatives and friends. She is deeply loved and will be missed, as she dearly loved all of them.
Mrs. Cason may be publicly viewed from 12:00 PM~5:00 PM on Friday, September 24, 2021. There will be a Zoom Memorial Service held Saturday, September 25, 2021 at 1:00 PM. For additional information please contact Ms. Deborah Cason. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
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Mrs. Rosetta J. Pauling
September 7, 2021
Rosetta Jackson Pauling was born on November 21, 1939, in Dobson, NC by the late Ruth Ann Jackson (Stepfather - Walter Jackson). On September 7, 2021,
she was called to her Heavenly Home.
She accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized by the late Dr. R. M. Pitts at Shiloh Baptist Church of Winston-Salem. Upon returning to the area in 1998, Rosetta joined New Bethel Baptist Church, ‘Home’ church of her husband, the late Gerald L. Pauling, Sr. At New Bethel, she served on numerous auxiliaries and committees.
She was educated in the Winston-Salem public schools and received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in English/History/Education from North Carolina Central University. She also held Post Graduate Credits from several universities. She was an active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and a founding member of a local book club.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Gerald L. Pauling, Sr.; her devoted brothers, James Jackson and Charles Jackson; and her beloved sister, Edna Jackson Pauling.
Rosetta leaves to cherish her memory: three sons and daughters-in-law, Gerald, II (Eugenia), Brian (Joli), and Carlos; eight grandchildren, Shelby, Jadon, Winston, Carson, William, Aniya, Clarke, and Mason; three brothers, Robert, John, and Benjamin Jackson; and a host of relatives and dear friends.
Rosetta taught for more than thirty years and touched the lives of thousands of students across numerous states. She was a trailblazer in many communities earning her the prestigious “Golden Apple” nomination in 1993, and numerous other honors during her long teaching career.
Funeral service will be private. Mrs. Pauling will be publicly viewed Friday, September 17, 2021 from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment Piedmont Memorial Gardens.
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Mrs. Gracie P. Richardson
September 4, 2021
Mrs. Gracie Phillips Richardson was born on July 11, 1927 in East Bend, NC to the late Radford Phillips and Henrietta Matthews Phillips.
She attended the Yadkin County schools.
Mrs. Richardson held various positions at Alma Desk Furniture in High Point, Globe Furniture Company in High Point and retired from Thomasville Furniture Company-Plant H. Additionally she was employed by the City of Winston-Salem (Coliseum) and Wake Forest University in the cafeteria.
Mrs. Richardson was a faithful member of Solid Rock Baptist Church until her health failed.
She enjoyed entertaining friends, sewing, cooking, word search and working puzzles.
Mrs. Richardson passed peacefully away at her residence on Saturday, September 4, 2021. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, James Richardson and Beauford Edward Thomas; daughter, Cherlyne Cuthrell, son, James Carlton Richardson and sister, Elnora Myers.
She is survived by four daughters: Alice Williamson, Phyllis(Donnie) Warren, Iris (James) Brandon, all of Winston-Salem and Vevia “Penny” Thomas, of the home; one son, Robin T. (Aretha) Richardson of Pensacola, Florida; an uncle, James Thomas Matthews of East Bend, NC; twenty-six grandchildren; a host of great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and great, great, great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral service will be private. Mrs. Richardson will be publicly viewed today from 12:00 PM~5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
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Mr. Luther N.L. Leak
September 1, 2021
Mr. Luther Noah Luelesten Leak was born in Anson County, NC to the late Noah Leak and Dezzie Taylor Leak. He attended the local schools. Luther was a veteran of the US Army. He was the owner of Luther Leak Construction. In addition to his construction business, Luther retired from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company. He also worked for many years at Goodwill Industries.
Graveside service will be at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Piedmont Memorial Gardens. Mr. Leak may be publicly viewed Sunday, September 5, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home from 1:00 PM ~ 6:00 PM and Monday, September 6, 2021 from 12:00 PM ~ 5:00 PM.
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Mr. William Donnell Carter
August 31, 2021
Mr. William Donnell Carter was born on January 9, 1951 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Zelma C. White. He attended the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County schools.
He worked for fifteen years at North Carolina Baptist Hospital and for over 15 years at Lowe’s Home Improvement.
Billy loved fishing and was a faithful Pittsburg Steelers fan.
He passed away after a period of illness on August 31, 2021 at Forsyth Medical Center. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his brother, Earl Lee Carter; aunt, Lucille Slater and cousin, Jacqueline Redd.
Left to cherish his memory are his sisters: Carolyn Carter (James Parker) and Lynette (Danyell) Jordan; son William D. Hill; special nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be private. Mr. Carter may be publicly viewed from 12:00 noon until 5 p.m., Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
Intermit at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens.
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Mrs. Velma Shore McMillian
August 29, 2021
Velma Beatrice Shore McMillian, 74, was the oldest child born to the late Samuel and Margaret Matthews Shore.
Velma, or Pat as she was sometimes called, graduated from Anderson High School, the class of 1964. For more than 20 years she was a machine operator at RJR Tobacco Company. Upon her retirement, she pursued her dream of becoming a cosmetologist. Velma graduated from Dudley School of Cosmetology and opened her own shop. She ran a successful business for several years.
Velma accepted the love of God at an early age. She was a lifelong member of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church.
More than anything else in her life, she loved her family and showing off the fruits of her green thumb.
Velma is survived by the loves of her life: granddaughter, Keasia Lineberger and granddaughter, Gianne Lineberger; brothers: Samuel Eugene and Robert Shore; sister, Cynthia Shore Bradshaw; uncle, Thomas Matthews; devoted nieces: LaShay (Michael) Robinson and Sheena Shore; stepdaughter, Michelle McMillian Foster, stepson, Clarence McMillian Jr., special friends Joyce and William “Buck” Smith, lifelong friends Daisy Duncan, Carolyn Ginyard Holmes, and Priscilla Dixon, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Awaiting to escort Velma into her new Heavenly home are: her parents, her husband Clarence McMillian Sr., and her son Kewaun Lineberger.
Funeral service will be private and there will be no public viewing of Mrs. McMillian.
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Mr. Elbert Woodrow McMillian, Jr. "Woody"
August 25, 2021
Elbert Woodrow McMillian Jr., a devoted brother, father and friend, better known as Woody, departed this world on Wednesday August 25, 2021. He was proceeded in death by his mother Maxine Holman Williams, his father Elbert Woodrow McMillan Sr. and his brother Rodney G. Boyce.
Woody graduated from Parkland High School where he excelled in several sports, such as football, track, and wrestling. He was awarded a football scholarship to Catawba College in Salisbury NC. He came out of college and entered into the US Marine Corp, where he served faithfully. When he came out of the Marines he got his CDL’s and hit the road in his 18 wheeler (trucker for life). Yet the Woody that everyone knew and loved was a protector of his family, a mentor of young men, a loyal friend, a proud father and grandfather, a creative storyteller, a dog lover, but most important a person you could call and count on. The last five years of his life he cherished the time he got to spend with his family and friends the most.
Woody is survived by two sisters, Melvinia and Cynthia McMillan, two brothers, Eric Stewart and Frankie Parker and two god-brothers Christopher and Shawn McGill; nine children, Christopher McMillian (Aquica), Brianca McMillian, Samantha Williams, Mekeba McMillian, Montrai Dukes, Shaq Davis, Elbony McMillian-Dukes, Elbert McMillian-Duke III and Jahod Joyce; nine grandchildren, Jayden, Maryiah, Adaryl, Andrew, Ayryel, Kayla, Jahari, Lacy, and Jade; a Devoted and Dedicated Companion of 31 years Charlene Dukes; a host of nieces and nephews who were like his children; a host of uncles, aunts, and cousins: and several close devoted friends.
Funeral service will be private and there will be no public viewing of Mr. McMillian.
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Minister Brother Cloys R. Cecil, Sr.
August 23, 2021
Minister Brother Cloys Roy Cecil, Sr. of Rural Hall, NC passed away peacefully on Monday, August 23, 2021. Brother Cecil was the minister of Carver Road Church of Christ for 23 years, retiring in 2001. Following retirement, he continued to conduct gospel meetings and assisted in the ministry with smaller Church of Christ congregations.
Survivors include his wife, Mary; four children: Cloys (Sandra), Cynthia, Colin and Colina, all of Winston-Salem; eight grandchildren: Dr. Carresse (Lennie) Breeze, Jared, Jamille and Jamari Cecil, Candie and Constance Rumph; Leland (Erica) Stewart and LeAngela Stewart; four great grandchildren: Cana, Amaria, Carter and Cheyenne; a special first cousin, Alberta of Oklahoma City, OK and a number of other cousins.
Services will be conducted Thursday, September 2, 2021 at Carver Road Church of Christ, visitation with the family from 11:00 AM~12 Noon with funeral service beginning at Noon. Interment will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. Public viewing will be Wednesday, September 1, from 12:00 PM~5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
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Mrs. Pauline R. Jessup
August 23, 2021
Pauline Reynolds Jessup of Lewisville, NC was born on November 10, 1948 in McAlpin, WV. The Lord called her home on August 23, 2021 at Forsyth Medical Center.
After 30 years of service, Pauline retired from the Social Security Administration. She was also a real estate agent at Coldwell Realty.
She was preceded in death by her father, Paul Porter Reynolds.
Pauline leaves to cherish her memory: her mother, Ernestine H. Reynolds; her husband, Ronald Jessup; her daughter, Kimberly Deanna Jessup of Queens, NY; her son, Ronald Jarrod Jessup of Winston-Salem; one granddaughter, Sarica Davionna Jones of Concord, NC; five sisters: Marcy (Donald) Jessup of Randleman, NC, Carolyn (Bobby) Gwyn, Sonya (Michael) Dodd of Dobson, NC, Regina Hood, New York, NY and Heather Reynolds of Charlotte, NC; two brothers: Paul (Regina) Reynolds of Mount Airy, NC and Patrick Reynolds of Harrisburg, VA; and numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
A private funeral service will be held. At Mrs. Jessup’s request, there will be no public viewing.
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Mrs. Virginia B. Cuthrell
August 22, 2021
Virginia Cornell Bailey Cuthrell born September 17, 1938 to William McKinley and Louise Bailey. Her earthly assignment was completed God called her home
on August 22, 2021. She was married to Lloyd McKindley Cuthrell for 41 years, to their union they had three children, Lloyd McKindley “Pookie”, Gregory DeWayne,
and Kenneth Wayne Cuthrell.
She graduated from Atkins High School in 1957. Afterwards she completed Administrative Studies at a local institution in Winston-Salem.
She was a long standing member of Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church of Arcadia.
Her professional career was spent as an entrepreneur for commercial and residential cleaning services. She had a profitable cleaning business for over 40 plus years. She had over 30 clients and in the Winston-Salem metro area.
Virginia was a very active member of her community. She had been instrumental in founding the Happy Hill Neighborhood Association (HHNA). In 1952, Happy Hill Gardens was completed and became the state’s first federally funded housing project in Winston-Salem. Over the years Happy Hill become plagued by drugs and crime. Virginia took a stance against crime and drugs. Her efforts significantly reduced criminal activity in the area and made it safe for families to flourish.
Her works live on, HHNA is also doing a mentoring program for youth, an intergenerational reading program, and has plans to bring fresh produce into the community. The group is also supportive of rehabbing the historic shotgun houses in the community.
She thoroughly enjoyed her family, traveling, cooking and was meticulous about being organized and tidy.
In addition to her husband, Virginia was preceded in death by her oldest sons, Lloyd Jr. and Gregory.
Cherishing her memory, she is survived by her son, Kenneth and his wife Shelby, two granddaughters: Karmen and Kaila; three grandsons: D’Andre, Kameron, & Cory Cuthrell; one sister, Aurelia Bailey Stribling; brothers and sisters-in-law: Rufus (Alberta) Cuthrell, Matthew (Jane) Cuthrell of El Paso, Magalen Cuthrell,
and Pecolia Cuthrell, a host of nephews, nieces, family and friends.
Funeral service will be private on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 11:30 AM at Goodwill Baptist Church, 541 Goodwill Road, Clemmons, NC with Minister Alberta Cuthrell, officiating and eulogist. Mrs. Cuthrell may be publicly viewed Friday, August 27, 2021 from 12:00 PM ~ 5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
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Mr. Darryl Moore Scott
August 16, 2021
To God be the Glory for the things He has done, for he hears the cries of His children and will not allow them to suffer any more than they can bear. Tuesday morning, August 16, 2021, God saw fit to call Darryl Moore Scott home at the age of 61. Darryl was born on December 23, 1959 to the late Irvin E. Scott and Shirley Moore.
At an early age, Darryl moved to Richmond, Virginia where he attended the public schools, graduating from Armstrong High School, in 1978. He furthered his education at John Tyler Community College in Mortuary Science. After moving to Columbus, Ohio, Darryl graduated from Ohio School of Science and Kaplan university where he was awarded an Associate Degree in Para Legal Studies. While at Kaplan, Darryl maintained honors status and was always listed on the Dean’s List.
He worked at Data Tech where he was loved by all.
Darryl was blessed with many talents: cook, decorator, barber, singer and architect. He built houses out of cardboard and designed each floor with furniture. Darryl sang in musicals, one entitled “Charlie Brown In The City”. He collected very expensive model cars.
Darryl was preceded in death by his father, Irvin E. Scott.
He leaves to cherish their memories, his mother, Shirley Moore; brother, Jannil Moore, Jr.; step-father, Jannil Moore, Sr.; devoted friend, Paul Miller; son, Jaylon Jones; his dog, Colby; loving and devoted aunt, Thelma McCoy; many cousins, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service for Mr. Scott will be private. There will be a public viewing Friday, August 27, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home from 12:00 P.M.- 5:00 P.M.
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Mr. Antwan K. Cureton
August 13, 2021
Antwan Kenard Cureton was born September 26, 1977 at North Carolina Baptist Hospital. He passed away on Friday, August 13, 2021 at his home on Maryland Avenue in Winston-Salem, NC.
Antwan attended school in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County School System until the eleventh grade and later went on to receive his GED in 2018.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Samuel and Barbarette Cureton and his brother Joey D. Cureton.
He is survived by his loving mother, Toni Peoples, his father, Hayward Shuler, Jr., his son, Joey Cureton, his sister, Shaquilla Hampton, his brother, Dont’e Flow, his loving step-father, Derrick Fair, his paternal grandmother, Elaine Shuler all of Winston-Salem, NC; three uncles, Vincent (Joyce) Daniels, Samuel Cureton, Jr. of Winston-Salem, and Dannie (Antoinette) Shuler of Mebane, NC; seven aunts, Beverly (Wendell) Halsey, Bridgett (Jeffery) Robinson, Haysetta Shuler, Denita (Bernard) Washington, Thomasena Lytle, Renee (Ken) Gary all of Winston-Salem, NC, and Kimberly Banner of Asheboro, NC; one nephew, JayKeir Cureton; one niece, Novah Clark, of Winston-Salem, NC; a host of very loving cousins of Winston-Salem, NC, Asheboro, NC and Hyattsville, MD; very special friends, Curtis Martin of Greensboro, NC, Princess Smith of Greensboro, NC, Tonya Bennett and Karen Smith (aka Nana), of Winston-Salem, NC; and a host of loving friends.
A public viewing for Mr. Cureton will be held on Monday, August 23, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. A private funeral service will be held.
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Mr. Jasper Clifton Fulp
August 9, 2021
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Mr. Robert Nathan Owens, Sr.
August 7, 2021
Mr. Robert Nathan Owens, Sr. was born on November 13, 1957 to the late Ethel Phillips Lindsay in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He passed away on August 7, 2021.
He received his formal education from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System and attended East Forsyth High School. He enjoyed sports especially playing basketball and skating.
Robert worked for Budd Services for over 15 years. He was a fan of the NFL Washington (formerly known as Redskins) Football Team. He loved helping others, was a jack of all trades, and could repair anything.
Robert was preceded in death by his mother, Ethel P. Lindsay; son, James Lamont Stephens; niece, Danika Revae Simpson; and mother-in-law, Annie Beatrice Stephens.
He leaves to cherish fond memories, his loving wife, Alma Lee Owens; sons, Shawn Jermaine Stephens, Robert Owens, Jr.; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Malvoia (Robert) Tolliver, Elaine Holland; three brothers, Ray Simon, Jr., Reverend Henry (Polanda) Owens, Caswell Lee Lindsay, Jr.; and a host of family and friends.
Mr. Owens may be publicly viewed on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. A private funeral service will be held.
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Mr. Albert Junior Gadison
August 5, 2021
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Mr. James "Gun" Alston, Sr.
July 29, 2021
Mr. James Edward Alston, 77, affectionately known as “GUN” departed this life, July 29, 2021. He was born December 17, 1943, the second oldest and the second male child born into the family of the late Bishop Norman Alston and the late Bessie Rankin Alston.
At an early age he joined New Goshen United Methodist Church.
James loved fast cars, often visited the racetracks and frequented local car shows. He adored fishing and playing pool. He was a diehard Dallas Cowboy fan and an avid NCA&T “AGGIE” Foot-ball fan. He always loved going to outings with family and friends.
He retired from Tara Corp IMACO, Inc. December 31, 2015, as a Machine Press Operator. In his previous career, he was a long-distance truck driver.
Three of his siblings preceded him in death: brothers, Norman, “Dump” Alston and Rodney Alston, sister, Patricia Alston; additionally was a stepdaughter, Mary “Sister” Brown; a grandchild, Messiah Miller; and a great grandchild, Sincere A. Player.
He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 22 years, Cynthia Roseboro Alston; two sons, Dennis Alston (Carolyn) of Greensboro, NC and James Alston, Jr. of Winston-Salem, NC; six daughters, Lillie Brown and Carol Alston both of Greensboro, NC, Katrina Alston of Richmond, VA, Nicole Chiles (Kevin), Brittany Roseboro and Kiara Alston all of Winston-Salem, NC; God sisters, Reverend Shirley Donnell and Gloria Hall; sister, Brenda Love (James “Stan”) of Greensboro, NC; mother-in-law, Ms. Digitalis Roseboro; and brother-in-law, Christopher Roseboro, both of Winston-Salem, NC. He was blessed with and leaves to learn of his many contributions to the family, 22 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Mr. Alston may be publicly viewed on Friday, August 6, 2021 from 12:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be private.
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Mr. Samuel L. Young, Jr.
July 13, 2021
Mr. Samuel Lee Young, Jr. “Man” was born on January 12, 1962 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Samuel Lee Young, Sr. and the late Dorothy Louise Young Hernandez. He attended the local public schools and was a graduate of West Forsyth High School, where he played football. Samuel, Jr. attended Pfeifer University and was a retired officer of the NC Department of Corrections, with over 30 years of service. He was founder of Young Investigative Services.
Samuel, Jr. was a member of Agape Faith Church in Clemmons, NC, where he was a musician. He was an avid race fan and spent lots of time with family and friends at race events, especially local races at Bowman Gray Stadium and NASCAR. He was a true “#1 Dallas Cowboy Fan.” If the Cowboys lost a game, Samuel, Jr. would not answer his phone. He enjoyed giving gifts and telling jokes. He was always the life of the party.
Mr. Samuel L. Young, Jr. transitioned from this earthly life on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved grandmother, Lillie Mae Young. He leaves to mourn his death: his “Moms”, Janice L. Barnes Young; four children: Jason S. Love, Sr., Christopher G. Love, Sr., Karen S. Arnett “KK”, and Maurice D. Love; sister, Sandra Loretta Young; brother, Jaynard Samuel Barnes (Bria) Young; eleven grandchildren; two nephews and a niece; other family members and many friends. He was so loved and loving and will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Mr. Young may be publicly viewed on Sunday, July 18,2021 from 1:00 PM ~ 6:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be private. Interment in Forsyth Memorial Park.
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Mrs. Violetta Elnora Poston Lemons
July 9, 2021
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Miss Makieya R. Smith
July 3, 2021
Makieya Rae Smith, 20, transitioned from this earthly life to life eternal on Saturday, July 03, 2021. She was born July 02, 2001 to Tremona (Rodney) Purvis and Mica (Tanisha) Smith in Forsyth County. She was educated in Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools and graduated from Winston-Salem Preparatory Academy. Upon graduation from high school, she attended Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte NC, majoring in Business.
Makieya embarked on a career as a prominent business owner of Rae Dior, Designs by Rae Dior, and Invisible Waist Trainer. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her, her ambitious admiration touched the lives of every person she encountered.
She leaves to cherish her memories: her fiancée Walter Lionel McNeal; parents: Tremona (Rodney) Purvis and Mica (Tanisha) Smith; siblings: Rodney Purvis Jr., Semaj Reid, Treshawn Cappers and Jennifer Taylor; grandparents: Earnestine J. Cornelius, Avis Miller Sewell and Ollie Smith; aunts: Charlotte Brown, Shaunta Montgomery, Natasha Lytles and Jennifer Quail; uncles Thomas Bradley, Tony Smith; great aunts: Pastor Alice M. Mitchell (Larry) and Barbara C. Manning; brother in-law Walter Samuel McNeal; a host of cousins, other family and friends.
Makieya Rae Smith Celebration of Life will be held 12:00 noon Monday July 12, 2021 at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. Nathan Scovens. Burial will follow in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. There will be no public viewing of Miss Smith.
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Ms. Sharon Hughes Dublin
June 27, 2021
Born Sharon Letrice Hughes in the Autumn of 1950, Sharon displayed an elegance and Edwardian radiance that glowed and illuminated well beyond her origin. Her personality was an experience of pure pageantry. Her voice was a sonic tone of angels. Her smile was penetrating and pure. Graceful was her spirit and life. Sharon was the bell of the ball and lived to bring flare and special, to every occasion. Fashion was her melody of expression. Articulate elocution at all times, marked her cadence for style and formality. May her rhythm echo into Judea. Sharon was a rose in presentation and form. None more precious. Our beloved lived in great challenge, and now rest in great triumph. Our love, our queen, rest in your eternal castle. May the lord bestow upon you, a golden crown.
Sharon was a faithful servant to the Baptist, AME Zion & AME church missions. Bridging the gap between interdenominational faiths. Culminating into a multi- decade tenure of board leadership, mission, and staff service at St Matthews AME church of Raleigh NC.
Educated in Business Administration, Sharon began her professional career in hospital administration at Forsyth Hospital of Winston Salem before moving to Raleigh NC to become a foundational team member of Exide Electronics. Holding several executive staff and HR positions in RTP (Research Triangle Park) over a 40-year span. Sharon’s professional career journeyed through Owens Corning, EPA & The National Black Caucus.
Sharon is survived by a loving son, H. Perry; siblings: Paxton & Tangula Hughes, Gordon Hughes, Gregory Hughes, Don & Lendris Hughes, Benjamin Hughes, Dorothy & Reginald Austin, Veronica Hughes, Julia and Sylvester Young, Carl Settle Sr and a vast legacy of multi-generational family members.
Sharon will be put to rest with a private Life Tribute to be held at Phillips Chapel, 5400 Old Lake Jeanette Rd Greensboro NC 27455 Wake 11:00 AM- 12:30 PM, Funeral 12:30 PM. Burial Piedmont Memorial Gardens 3663 Piedmont Memorial Dr Winston - Salem NC 27107. Services will be officiated by Dr Rev Paxton Hughes, Rev Marion Robinson, Rev Dr Robert Anderson, H.Perry. A public memorial will be scheduled at St Matthews AME Church at a later date, email saintmatthewame@bellsouth.net for future inquiry.
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Mr. Monti Trashawn Jarrett
June 25, 2021
Mr. Monti Trashawn Jarrett was born on March 11, 1997 to Tony Monti Jarrett, Jr. and Carol Ann Williams in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He passed away on Friday, June 25, 2021.
Monti attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools. He was employed by both the Caterpillar Company and Amazon in packaging and assembly.
He loved the thrill of racing dirt bikes and had the driving skills for motocross. Monti also had an eye for fashion.
Monti was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Rosa Williams and Patricia Ann Jarrett; and grandfather, Tony M. Jarrett, Sr.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his parents, Tony M. Jarrett and Carol Ann Williams; children, Ivan S. and Kari’onna Jarrett; siblings, Meshod, Damarice, Brandon, and Neriah; aunt, Pamela Jarrett; and a host of other family members and many friends.
Funeral service held on Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 2:30 P. M. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home Chapel.
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Mr. Donald Andre Moore
June 23, 2021
Mr. Donald Andre Moore was born to the late Beulah M. Moore and the late Thomas Campbell on November 19, 1959 in Forsyth County.
After graduating from West Forsyth High School in 1978, he went into the Navy where he served 10 years. After his years of service, he relocated back to a city he loved, Charleston, South Carolina where he reconnected with the love of his life, Ada Washington. Ada and Donald married on November 24, 2005. They filled their days with laughter, family and travel. Known for his collards, you would often see Donald cooking in the kitchen, toasting to his life, wearing a hat, overalls and a bright smile.
He held the calmest disposition and enjoyed each day of life. Above all, Donald had a gracious heart, never saw a fault in anyone, never met a stranger, or someone he didn’t get along with. In 2019, he moved to Asheville, North Carolina and worked at the VA Hospital.
Family members who will carry on his memory are his loving wife, Ada Washington-Moore; his son, Wesley Shultz, and grandsons, Wesley, Jr. and Isley; one loving sister Geneva Moore and one adopted sister, Stephanie Benson; four loving brothers: Gilbert (Gloria) Moore, Steven (Shari) Moore, Ronald Moore and Keith (Abby) Moore; loving mother-in-law, Dorothy Washington; special sister-in-law, Sebrina Washington; brother-in-laws: Melvin (Doris) Gadsden, Elliot (Ruthie) Washington; two aunts, Ella Robinson and Carolyn Johnson; one uncle Elder Edward Moore; and several nieces, cousins, extended family members and many friends.
A private funeral service will be held at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 28, 2021.
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Mrs. Mary G. Andrews
June 18, 2021
Mary Lee Glymph Andrews was born to the late Frank and Annie Mae Baxter Glymph in Pomaria, Newberry County, SC on March 15, 1926.
She graduated from Georgetown High School in Jacksonville, NC and received her BS from North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, NC. She spent her entire professional career with and ultimately retired from North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance as an office manager and went on to serve as property manager for the Ivy Arms Apartment Complex.
Mrs. Andrews was a member of the Phi Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and continued to be a committed sister in the sorority. It was with the AKAs, where she volunteered her time, mentored younger sorors, and served the community. She was a devoted member of Goler Metropolitan AME Zion Church and served for many years as a Treasurer. In addition, Mrs. Andrews enjoyed a host of other social and community activities, including Winston-Salem Chapter of The Holidays, Bridge and Pinochle clubs.
Mary Andrews entered eternal rest at her home in Winston-Salem, NC on Friday afternoon, June 18, 2021. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband James Grant Andrews, Sr. and ten siblings Young James, Leo, Herman, Lawyer, Sherman, Modestine, Henrietta, Bess, Carolyn, and Esther.
Those family members who survive and who will forever cherish special memories of a loving mother, grandmother, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend who gave her love and time freely include: her sons James Grant Andrews, Jr. and Daniel Wayne Andrews; her loving and faithful daughter-in-law Trish Andrews; grandchildren Jennifer Andrews Dixon and husband Bryan Dixon, Mariah Andrews, and Mary Whitney Andrews; devoted sister-in-law Gwendolyn Andrews; faithful daughter-in-law Donna Hendrickson; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A public viewing will be held from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM on Friday, June 25 at Clark S. Brown and Sons Funeral Home Chapel. AKA Ivy Beyond the Wall will be held Saturday, June 26 at 10:30 AM followed by private funeral services at 11:00 AM at Clark S. Brown and Sons Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in memory of Mrs. Mary Andrews to:
Phi Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
PO Box 30007
Winston-Salem, NC 27130
C/O Scholarship Fund
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Mr. Fletcher R. Abbott
June 4, 2021
Mr. Fletcher Rogers Abbott aka “Bunny” entered his new home in glory with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Friday, June 4, 2021. Fletcher was born in Walkertown, NC on October 31, 1941 to the late Willis E. and Melva W. Abbott. He was one of twelve children.
He grew up as a child in the Methodist church and later attended Oak Grove Baptist in Walkertown, NC.
He was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools. He decided to enter the workforce when he moved to Washington, DC, where he worked at Washington, DC General Hospital. In his later years he returned back to Walkertown, NC.
Fletcher was proceeded in death by five brothers: Willis, Oliver, Glenn, Olin, and Porter Abbott; three sisters, Leona Croxton, Thelma Smith, Louise Douthit.
He leaves to cherish his memories, two sisters, Irene Douthit and Reba Galloway, one brother Bobby Abbott, Sr. (Barbara); sister-in-laws, Mary Abbott of Winston-Salem, NC, Faye Abbott of Waldorf, MD; and a host of nieces and nephews, great-nieces, and nephews as well as great-great nieces and nephews, that loved him dearly and a host of family and friends.
Mr. Abbott will be publicly viewed from 12:00 PM~ 5:00 PM, Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Graveside funeral will be held at Oak Grove Baptist Church cemetery, Sunday, June 13, 2021 at 3:00 PM.
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Ms. April Moses Houston
June 4, 2021
April Moses Houston, 49, was born April 14, 1972 to Joyce Moses Evans and Johnny Clayborn. April attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and graduated from Glenn High School. She was a formerly employed at Walmart Supercenter and Horizons Residential Care Center.
She had a passion for babysitting and taking care of children. A loving caregiver, she helped raise children of several of her close friends. Her door was always open to friends or family in need and to anyone who wanted to have an enjoyable time through conversation or laughter.
April enjoyed being with family and friends whether it was on the phone, cruising the city, or being at different functions. She was the life of the party with her infectious laugh and comedic spirit. April was “Big Cuz” to some and “Lil’ Cuz” to others. She was always ready at a moment’s notice whenever her friends or family would call. April had many, many friends and was straightforward and real to all she met and knew. She will be cherished and missed by all those who knew her.
On June 4, 2021, April passed away in Winston-Salem, NC. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, William and Josephine Moses; aunt, Noby Moses; and uncles, Anthony and William Moses, Jr.
Those who remain to cherish fond memories include her loving mother, Joyce Moses Evans; brother, John Clayborn, Jr.; stepchildren, Michael and Davoria Houston; aunt, Constance Moses; cousins, Sedrick Moses, Sidney Moses, Stacy (Santos) Toral, Kimberly Brinson, Monyell, Sam, and Samantha Gray, and Nathan and Natalie Cotton; several other family members and friends.
Ms. Houston will be publicly viewed on Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 12:00 PM ~ 5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 11, 2021 at Power of God in Christ Ministries. Interment in Parklawn Memorial Park.
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Mr. Donald Webb
May 31, 2021
Mr. Donald Webb, 75, son of the late Otto and Mary Webb. He passed peacefully at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home on May 31, 2021.
He attended Atkins High School and later joined the United States Navy.
He leaves to cherish his memories a devoted sister, Delores Webb (Maurice) Harris; and brother Ronald Webb; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A memorial will be held for Mr. Donald Webb on Saturday, June 5, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home Chapel.
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Mr. Richard "Slick" Hairston, Jr.
May 24, 2021
Mr. Richard Edward Hairston, Jr. better known as “Slick”, a native of Winston-Salem, N.C. He was a devoted welder and recently promoted as a manager at HMF Express in Doraville, GA. He was a great asset to his company and left everlasting memories. He was a beloved son, brother and father.
He was blessed with his loving parents Beverly Hairston and Richard Edward Hairston, Sr. (Sharon), who survived him.
Slick is survived by his ‘Queens’ who were his world: Chardonnay Staree Hairston and Kershyna JeNaye Hairston; Bonus son, Jontaye; sisters, Starlisha (Star) & Shenika; brothers, Timothy (Reisha), Carlton (Magda), Jamaal and Jehu; grandsons, Mazhi and Carter; aunts, Marie, Wanda (Collin), Naomi, Shelia, Carolyn (Reginald); uncles, Raiford Sr. (Marie), Ronda, Nathaniel Sr., Terry and Charles; forty nieces and nephew who all called him ‘Uncle Slick’ and a host of friends and family.
Funeral service will be private. A public viewing will be held Monday, May 31, 2021 at Clark S. Brown and Sons Funeral Home Chapel from 12:00 P.M. until 5:00 P.M.
Interment Gardens of Memory, Walkertown, North Carolina
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Mr. Lester A. Wingo
May 19, 2021
Lester Allen Wingo, age 81, was born on December 30, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Hugh Lee, Sr. and Clara Howell Wingo. He was the youngest of six (6) children. He passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at his home in Winston-Salem, NC. Lester was born on the same day that his father died. He never got to meet his father nor did his father get the chance to hold his son. Later, his mother married Cecil Williams when Lester was a toddler and adopted him as his son.
He grew up as Lester Allen Williams in Sikeston, Missouri, where he graduated from high school. He received his auto mechanic education in Sikeston and earned a degree in Auto Mechanics.
Lester was a truck driver by profession. He was a man who loved drag racing and he loved to travel. He enjoyed running and racing with his children because it kept him young and in shape.
Lester moved to Winston-Salem in 2021 to be with and enjoy his family that lived here. He spent his last days expressing how much he loved his family; he visited and shared his love with lots of hugs, kisses and phone calls.
Lester was preceded in death by his wife, Dionne Booker Wingo; and a son, Mark Williams. He is survived by his children: Lisa Williams and Charles Williams of Cleveland, Ohio; Lester Allen Williams, Jr. (Lethia), Chester Williams (Lisa), Teresa Williams, Nadine Chamberlain all of Winston-Salem; Vanessa Foots and Debra Foots of Los Angeles, California; Dwayne Buchanan (Robin) of Augusta, Georgia; Anjeanette Grandberry Brim and Melissa Grandberry of Jacksonville, Florida; Victoria Wingo of Chicago, Illinois; Dionte Booker of Jonesboro, Arkansas; Joshua Booker of Los Angeles, California; Pachia Wingo of St. Louis, Missouri; Davion Wingo of Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Tionne Wingo of Winston-Salem; thirty-nine (39) grandchildren; and one (1) great-grandchild.
A private funeral service will be held.
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Ms. Wyvetra E. Wilson-Domena
May 2, 2021
Wyvetra Evette Wilson-Domena was born on June 14, 1966 to the late Mr. and Mrs. James (Fannie Mae) Jenkins in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She passed away on Sunday, May 2, 2021.
Wyvetra better known by family and friends as Evette. She graduated from North Forsyth High School, Class of 1984. Evette attended Johnson C. Smith for two years where she studied Business Administration. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Winston Salem State University in 2018.
Wyvetra enjoyed going to the movies and spending time with her grandchildren. She loved African American History and especially enjoyed poetry by Langston Hughes and Maya Angelou. She also enjoyed volunteering for the Black Theatre Festival and meeting celebrities.
Wyvetra leaves to cherish her memories sons, Kenneth aka “Kenny” and Christopher Domena of the city; sisters, Zenobia Wilson, Geraldine (Tyrone) Spease, Xavier Vann (the late Sylvester) Hodges, Charlotte, Corinthia Wilson, NC; grandchildren, Nexhi, Nasiz, Chase and Cameron Domena of the city; and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousin and friends.
Funeral service will be private. Ms. Wilson-Domena will be viewed publicly on Friday, May 7, 2021 at Clark s. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
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Mr. Roosevelt Bennett
May 2, 2021
Roosevelt Bennett was born on March 8, 1933 in Wadesboro, NC. He served in the US Army during the Vietnam War in 1966 and again in 1969. He was a man of honesty, heroism and support. He later received his bachelor’s degree from Winston-Salem State University. He enjoyed teaching young students at several schools within the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County school system ROTC program.
He gained his angel wings on May 2, 2021 and will now watch over those he loves, which include: his wife, Betty Bennett; daughters: Patricia Stubbs, Cynthia Diane Acker and Rosalinda Thomas; sons in love: Wayne (Desiree) Berry and David (Grace) Berry; daughters in love, Leslie Berry and Stacy (Rodney) Byers; grandchildren and great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, a host of cousins, friends and extended family.
Funeral service will be private at Mars Hill Baptist Church. Mr. Bennett will be available for public viewing from 12:00 PM ~ 5:00 PM on Friday, May 7, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment will be at Piedmont Memorial Gardens.
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Mrs. Patty Lash Martin
April 27, 2021
Mrs. Patty Lash Martin was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina to the late Kelsey and Carol Lash on September 22, 1930.
Patty attended the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Public Schools and was a graduate of Carver High School Class of 1950. She also attended Buffalo State University in New York.
Patty retired as a teacher from the Winston-Salem Forsyth Schools.
She was a lifetime member of the Eastern Star Meridian Chapter #308. She also was a member of Bethania A. M. E. Zion Church where she served on the Usher Board, Missionary Board, and the Lay Council for many years.
Patty enjoyed Gardening, planting, traveling cooking sewing and spending time with her family and friends.
Mrs. Martin passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, Willie P. Martin; a son Willis Martin; son-in-law Victor G. Lowe, Sr. and grandson Victor G. Lowe Jr.; brothers, Leroy, Jerome Carl and Paul Lash; Sisters, Camilla Evans and Shirley Taylor.
She is survived by four daughters: Ms. Karen Pratchett, Ms. Amanda Martin, Evangelist Dr. Toni Lowe all of Winston-Salem, NC, and Mrs. Janet (Juan) Cason of Atlanta, GA; sixteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be private. There will be a public viewing on Saturday from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment Bethania A.M.E. Zion Church Cemetery.
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Mr. Michael D. Simmons
April 19, 2021
Michael Denold Simmons born October 20, 1964 to Robert Lee Simmons, Sr. and Annie Land Parks and passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Simmons, Sr., stepfather, Alphonso Parks, and aunts, Terotha Murphy and Sara Johnson.
Michael attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and was a graduate of Parkland High School, Class of 1983. He was an exceptional football player for the Parkland High School Mustangs. A diehard Carolina Panther’s fan, his love for the game of football continued well past his high school days.
Bethlehem Holiness Church is where he was a member but he often attended Dreamland Park Baptist Church with his mother. He served his community as a former employee of the City of Winston-Salem.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife Anthanet Simmons; mother, Annie L. Parks; stepchildren, Anthony (Kawanis) Whitley, Tiana (Timothy) Johnson; five grandchildren, with one near and dear to his heart, Micah Horne, who called him Pawpaw; three greatgrandchildren; brothers, Robert Simmons, Jr., Arnold Sim[1]mons, and Earnest Simmons of Winston-Salem, NC; sister, Robin Pratt of Candor, NC; sister-in-law, Betina Duncan; aunts, Julia Gantt, Elder Mary Blair, Okeather Connelly, Donnie May Bennett of Southern Pines, NC, Jackcine (Jerry) Laughlin of Farmer, NC and Callene Alston of Asheboro, NC; uncles, Don (Doris) Simmons of Asheboro, NC and Ben Britton of Winston-Salem, NC; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Funeral service will be private. Mr. Simmons may be publicly viewed on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
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Ms. Emma J. Graham
April 16, 2021
Emma Lee Jones Graham peacefully passed away from her earthly home to be with the Lord on April 16, 2021. She was born in Tignall, Georgia on August 7, 1934. Her family relocated to Lexington, NC where she graduated from Dunbar Elementary and High Schools. Emma continued her studies at Winston-Salem Teacher’s College (now Winston-Salem State University) where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Education. She received her Master’s Degree in Education from North Carolina A&T State University.
She was a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Emma Lee had a passion for God, education, and family. She was an active member of Union Baptist Church where she participated in Sunday School, on the Senior Choir, and on the Della Johnson Spiritual Choir until her health began to decline. She loved singing old spirituals and Christian hymns at home.
Emma’s elementary school teaching career spanned 32 years beginning in the Lexington City School System and ending with her retirement from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System in 1990. She was an innovative, committed professional educator who won the Teacher of the Year Award while working at Mineral Springs Elementary School. Everyone she knew could always count on her kindness, compassion and encouragement. Her wit and friendly sense of humor endeared her to all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents Willis and Emma Jones; brothers Hiram Sr., Isaiah, Ralph and Jacob Jones; sisters, Dollie Hargrave, and Fannie Lee; step-brothers; Watson, James and Bill Jones; and a very special niece, Mary Williams, among others.
Emma leaves to cherish her memory one devoted daughter, Beverly Diane Graham of the home; a very special daughter who donated a kidney to Beverly, Shannon Simon of Morristown, NJ and her family; one sister, Mrs. Frances Mack of the city; nieces, Walteria Spaulding, Cynthia Mack, Monica Covington, and Amy Hargrave of the city, Vickie Owens of Lexington, NC, Dr. Maria Johnson and Angela Lee of Newport News, VA, and Dr. Barbara Hargrave of Virginia Beach, VA; nephews Bishop Sir Walter Mack, Jr. and Christopher Mack of the city, Hiram Jones, Jr. of Charlotte, NC, William Lee of Newport News, VA, Dr. Timothy Lee of Suffolk, VA, Dr. Patrick Lee of Augusta, ME, James Jones of Lexington, NC; a loving brother-in-law, Dr. Ralph Lee of Newport News, VA; loving sisters-in-law, Dr. Clarice G. Carter of Farmington, MI, Delores Graham and LaVerne Gaither of the city; a special family friend, Tandra Chandler; a special a host of great nieces, great nephews, family and friends. Emma was a devoted mother, sister, aunt, and friend. She will be sorely missed by those she knew and loved!
Funeral service will be private and there will be no public viewing of Ms. Graham. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
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Mr. Warren C. Dennis, Jr.
April 13, 2021
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Mr. Larry E. Phillips
April 4, 2021
On April 24, 1950, God blessed us with Mr. Larry Eugene "Shep" Phillips, born to the late James Henry Walter and Lady Byrd Phillips. On the morning of April 4, 2021, Jesus gently and peacefully extended Larry, 70, an invitation and he exchanged life for eternity. He was educated in the public schools of Yadkin County and graduated from Forbush High School. He retired from Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation after more than 30 years of excellent service.
Larry was well-loved in the community and never met a stranger. His laughter was contagious and his quick wit and sense of humor brightened many days as he made his early morning rounds to Liberty’s for breakfast and Food Lion to do more talking than shopping. His family and friends knew him for his absolute honesty and endless wisdom for just about every life situation. He was a simple man with a kind heart, and he made the best pickles you ever tasted. To say he will be missed is an understatement.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Larry Eugene Phillips II; four brothers, Walter “Pinky” Phillips, Robert “Buddy” Phillips, Kyrm “Jed” Phillips, John Thomas “Johnny” Phillips; and two sisters, Cora Lee “Granny” Phillips Furches, Lillie Mae “Chicken” Phillips Lambeth.
Those remaining to cherish his memory are his wife of 44 years, Tamara Phillips; two daughters: Resha (Aziz) Peregrino-Brimah of East Bend, NC and Tamara (Corey) Phillips of Atlanta, GA; six grandchildren: Rian, Jamin, Caschius, Tionna, Corey and Carter; great-granddaughter: Kay’loni; special nephew-sons: Duane “Garb” Buntyn of Rural Hall, NC, William “Chilly” (Gabriella) Fred of Winston-Salem, NC, Erskine “Chris” Fred of Chicago, IL; four brothers: Clarence “Ed” (Alice) Phillips of Pfafftown, NC, James “Jimbo” (Mandy) Phillips of Winston-Salem, NC, Paul “Beagle” (Shirley) Phillips of East Bend, NC, William “Will” Phillips of East Bend, NC; three sisters: Eliza “Suzie” (Aldine) Myers, Alice "Nugee" Porter and Gale “Daisy” (Mike) Phillips of East Bend, NC; five sisters-in-law: Shirley Phillips of Pfafftown, NC, Cody Phillips of Winston-Salem, NC, Martha "Tootsie" Phillips of East Bend, NC, Fredrika “Rita” (Hassel) Parker and Victoria "Nancy" Glenn of Winston-Salem, NC; four brothers-in-law: William Botts of Reno, NV, James “Jimmy” (Angela) Botts of Clinton, MD, Garris (Michelle) Botts of Antelope, CA, James Oliver “Jay-O” Wharton of Randolph, MA; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 PM Monday, April 12, 2021, at Glenn's Chapel Church. The family will greet friends 30 minutes prior to the service and immediately following at the home of Larry Phillips. Mr. Larry Phillips will lie in state 1-6 PM for public viewing on Sunday, April 11th at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
Flowers may be sent to Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
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Ms. Louise M. Lartey
March 10, 2021
Louise Marie Lartey was born on August 17, 1945, in Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa. She was the loving daughter of Bishop Solomon Dorme Lartey and Mrs. Alicia Ethel Smith Lartey. Both parents predeceased her.
Louise attended elementary and high school at the A.M.E. Zion Academy in Monrovia, and later at the Lott Carey Mission School in Brewerville where some of he classmates at some point in time included: Harmon Thomas, Bacchus Matthews, Alfred Mitchell, Loco Mitchell, Minnie Benson and Earnestine Coleman. In 1965, Louise was sent by her parents to England where she attended the Park School for Girls in Yeovil, Sommerset, from where she successfully completed high school and obtained a diploma in 1968. She continued her academic sojourn at the Gregg Secretarial College in Ealing Common, London England, from where she graduated in 1971.
Upon returning to Liberia, Louise worked as Secretary to the Manager of City Bank, and Secretary to the Planning Manager at the National Port Authority of Liberia, respectively. She later worked as the Administrative Manager at the Foundation House for pre-school and kindergarten children, and subsequently as the Librarian/Counselor at the A.M.E. Zion Academy up to her departure for the United States of America in 1994.
Upon her arrival in the United States, she made her residence in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She was employed by several companies (K & W Cafeteria, Country Roadhouse Buffet and The Forsyth Medical Center, where she retired in 2017).
Louise accepted Jesus as her Savior at an early age at the Brown Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church on Benson Street in Monrovia, Liberia, where she served in a number of capacities including Deaconess, member of the Choir, Supervisor of the Children’s Ministry, and participant of the Missionary Department/Work. She was also honored as Mother of the Year at Brown Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church. Upon moving to the United States, Louise transferred her membership to the Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church. She was an active member and participant of the Deaconess Board, the Stewardess Board and the Parent Body Missionary Society.
Louise Marie had great culinary skills having been trained by her mother Alicia Ethel Smith and her grandmother Annie. Her favorite pastimes included shopping, talking with friends and dear sister Nadu, and also loved sharing her love for Jesus — she was indeed a child of God. Always caring, always hardworking.
Louise was joined in wedlock to the late Arnold Stewart and this union was dissolved after a few years without any offspring.
In the early 60’s at Lott Carey Mission School, Louise met her life-long “bosom” friends Francs Etonia Hayes (Monki) and Vireder Estinia Phelps Pederson (Vida). They called themselves the three musketeers.
The Late Louise Marie Lartey leaves to mourn her loss two sons, Filmore Neal (Joyce) and Terence Bestman of Winston-Salem, NC; a daughter, Victoria Lartey “Nannie”; one sister, Annie Nadu Cooper (Henry Reed); one brother, Benjamin Nii-Dorme Lartey (Sadatu) of Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa, and a devoted nephew, Bishop Seth O. Lartey (Jacqueline) of Montgomery, Alabama; 12 grandchildren, two-great grandchildren, and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Her daughterAudrey predeceased her.
Louise Marie Lartey (Louwiser as she was affectionately called by her mother) will be dearly missed by those who knew her and loved her. Yes, she was a precious child of God to whom we give thanks for lending her to us, for allowing us to have her and share her for all these years. She touched so many lives during her time on this earth and now the triumph has sounded and she has been called home. Like Job she can declare “I know my Redeemer lives."
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Mr. Charlie L. Payne
March 29, 2021
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Mr. Lawrence T. Bridget
March 21, 2021
Lawrence Turner Bridget age 59, better known as “Larry”, was born May 19, 1961 in Plainfield, NJ.
He resided in Newark, NJ for many years where he attended Newark public schools and graduated from Weequahic High School. Larry lived in Irvington, NJ prior to relocating to Winston-Salem, NC.
A very active member of Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church for many years, Larry received Christ as his Savior at a young age and sang with the choir. He loved the Lord, his family and his dog Blonde.
Larry was a smart student who was always striving to do better. He studied computer programming at Essex County College in Newark, NJ and received his Associate degree. He continued his education and studied Mass Communication at Winston-Salem State University where he received his Bachelor degree.
He taught in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County school system for a short time. He enjoyed helping people and was also a caregiver committed to his clients. Larry loved family gatherings. He had a great sense of humor. Every time you saw him, he made you laugh.
Larry was preceded in death by his brother Milton Bridget.
He leaves to cherish precious memories his mother, Annie Bridget of Windsor Mill, MD; siblings, Elvin Charles Bridget of Newark, NJ, Andre Hagood of Montclair, NJ, Christopher Hagood of Miami, FL, Phyllis Hagood of Windsor Mill, MD; two stepsisters, Anne Marie Ray of Burlington, NJ and Robin Knight of Portsmouth, VA; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A private memorial service will be held.
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Mrs. Teresa A. Blair
March 20, 2021
Teresa A. Blair was born on June 6, 1970 in Winston-Salem, NC to Lewis Taylor and Betty McGriff who both predeceased her. On March 20, 2021, she completed her earthly assignment.
She received her formal education in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System and attended the original S.G. Atkins High School. As a member of Antioch Baptist Church, her religious training continued. Previously employed as a cosmetologist, she enjoyed spending quality time with her grandchildren.
Teresa was preceded in death by her parents; mother-in-law, Sarah Blair; brother, Tony McGriff; aunt, Odessa Bristol; and cousins Linda Brannon and Victoria Petree.
She is survived by her husband, Adis Blair; daughters, Antonia (Floyd) Whisonant and Sherrkia McGriff; sons, Larry (Tiffany)McGriff and Richard Melton; grandchildren, Joseph Brown, Brielle McGriff, Shedrick Johnson Jr., Taliyah Johnson, Allie Brown, Braylen and Brayden McGriff, Floyd Whisonant Jr. and Israel Whisonant; sisters, Thelma (Raymond) Carroll, Catherine (Thomas) Booth, Willette (Roscoe) Boyd, Megan (Jarrett) Brooks, and Toni Higginbotham; brother, Jerry McGriff; and a host of nieces and nephews; special friends, Victor (Courtney) Jones, Mildred Black, and Michelle (Michael) Robertson.
Funeral service will be private due to COVID 19 restrictions.
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Ms. Dorothy "Dot" Story
March 14, 2021
Her formal education began in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School System. She was a proud member of the 1966 graduating class of Carver High School. She enrolled in Winston-Salem State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from its School of Nursing in 1970. Her employment included that of Family Planning Executive at Kate Biting Reynolds Hospital in Winston-Salem, NC as well as positions in Washington, DC, Tampa FL, and Wichita General Hospital in Wichita, KS.
Because “Dot” loved to sing, it was no surprise that she shared her gift and belonged to the Camp Meeting Choir and the Elsie James Dobie Choir.
She is survived by a daughter Carla (Daryl) Searcy of Charlotte, NC; sons, Carlton “Junior” Huntley, Jr. of Charlotte, NC and Michael Story of Winston-Salem, NC; 6 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; sisters, Marie Smith, Ann Glenn and Wanda (Collin, Sr.) Morrison; brothers, Ronda Hairston, Terry Hairston, Raiford (Anita) Hairston, Richard (Sharon) Hairston, and Nathaniel Hairston; 91 nieces and nephews; many cousins, friends and extended family.
Funeral service will be private and there will be no public viewing of Ms. Bailey.
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Mr. Samuel L. Young, Sr.
March 12, 2021
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Ms. Sonja R. Bailey
March 12, 2021
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Ms. Helen Stewart Crawford
March 9, 2021
Ms. Helen Lonnetter Stewart Crawford, 85, on Tuesday morning, March 9, 2021, the Lord called his daughter to her heavenly home. She was born to the late William Baxter Stewart and Ruth Stokes Johnson on December 10, 1935.
Ms. Crawford was a faithful and dedicated member of Winston Salem First Assembly of God until her health declined. Her life was a testament to God's goodness, mercy and grace.
Along with her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter Angela Denise Crawford and great granddaughter, Alyssa Kay Harrington.
She leaves to cherish her memories, three daughters, Dr. Valeria (Dr. Barney) Jones of Pfafftown, NC; Talma Crawford of Memphis, TN, Patricia Crawford of Winston-Salem, NC; two sons: Robert Crawford of Winston-Salem, NC and Nathaniel Crawford, Jr. of Winston-Salem; 7 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; aunts, Bernice Stokes Winchester of Reidsville, NC & Belle Stokes Worthy of Kernersville, NC and a host of cousins and many loving friends.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, March 12 at the Clark S. Brown & Sons Chapel. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. There will be a viewing between the hours of 12pm-5pm on Thursday, March 11th.
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Mr. Randolph Wilds, Sr.
March 6, 2021
Randolph passed away on March 6, 2021 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James Wilds, Jr.
He is survived by his children: Randolph (Valencia) Wilds, Jr. and Tiffany Wilds (Stephon George); grandchildren: Rakis Wilds-Bailey, Randolph Wilds, III, Niaja Wilds, Kaymeon Jones, Amyar Wilds, Jalen Wilds, Nia Wilds, Regan Wilds and Stephon George, Jr.; three great grandchildren; siblings, Patricia Simmons and Ronald Wilds; aunt, Thelma Robinson; nieces and nephews: Celestine Wilds, Catherine Wilds, Harold Kinnard, Elder Willie Kinnard, Derrick Kinnard, Elder Ronald Wilds, Maria Wilds, Jamie Wilds and Christine Wilds; special friend, Constance Allen; his former wife of 37 years, Angela Wilds.
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Miss Jessica Helen-Ann Samuels
March 4, 2021
Miss Jessica Helen-Ann Samuels was born in Winston-Salem, NC on July 12, 1989 to the late Donald R. Samuels and Cathy Brim Samuels. She was a graduate of Glenn High School and attended Forsyth Technical Community College.
She was a member of Mt. Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church. She worked as a customer service representative for Ralph Lauren but her most important job was that as mother to her daughter, Summer.
Jessica passed away on March 4, 2021 at Wesley Long Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her father and her brother, Donald R. Archie.
Jessica is survived by her daughter, Summer N. Samuels; her mother, Cathy B. Samuels; brothers: Donald R. Samuels, Jr., Emmanuel Williams, III, Artemas M. Williams, Antonia Archie and Tim Deberry; uncles: Jack Samuels, William Samuels and David Brim; nieces: Ashanti Williams, Armani Williams, Anisa Williams and Natalie Samuels; nephew, Artemas M. Williams, Jr.; her best friend, Brook; a host of other relatives and many friends.
Funeral service will be private. Miss Samuels may be publicly viewed Monday, March 8, 2021 from 12:00 PM ~ 5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment in Piedmont Memorial Gardens.
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Mr. William Warren Campbell
March 3, 2021
William Warren Campbell was born September 5, 1949 to William and Connie Young Campbell in Advance, NC. Historically he was the first to integrate the Public Schools of Davie County. A graduate of Davie County High School he continued his education at Pace College and City College in New York City, NY.
Employed by Westinghouse, he erected New York City sky-scrapers. A Land Surveyor, he retired from the International Un-ion of Operating Engineers 15-D.
Having a fascination with and experiencing the joy of riding his Segway, he was the Founder of Segway Tours in Winston-Salem, NC. William loved driving nice cars and listening to jazz music. He also enjoyed playing baseball, throwing footballs, farming and basketball.
He was a Founding Member of Double Springs Memorial United Methodist Church Garden of Memories. He was a Realty Broker and effectively used his skills in that industry.
William passed on March 3, 2021. Preceding him in death were his father, William Campbell, brother, Harvey Campbell, aunts: Anna Campbell and Lillian Jones and uncles: James "Jim" Campbell, Joseph Jones and Brady Young Jr, and cousin, James "Jaybird" Campbell.
He is survived by his wife April Bivens Campbell; mother Connie Campbell; sons, Michael Gerard (Heather) Campbell and Channon J. (Teddy Tumbi) Campbell; grandchildren, Kentrell Ray and Hunter Ray, Zache Jarrett and Autumn Campbell; sister, Kathy Brown; sisters-in-law, Lydia Bivens, Kimberly Bivens, Sandra Bivens and Creola Campbell; nephews, Robin (Kelly) Campbell and Duone (Janet) Campbell; additional nieces and nephews including but not limited to: Melissa and Sasha Brown, Haley and Lauren Campbell. Jordan, Josh, Noah, Noel, Kadija, Joseph Bivens, Janai and Lazar Campbell; best friends, Billy Carter, James and Angela Bass and Family, Jesse Attucks and Family, Harold Crews and William Crews and Family and The Young Family.
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Miss Bobbie Jean Collins
March 1, 2021
Bobbie Jean (BJ) Collins was born on October 17, 1940, the daughter of John W. Collins, Sr. and Inez Collins. She transitioned to her eternal rest on March 1, 2021. She was a faithful member of St. Peters Church and World Outreach Center. Educated in the Forsyth County public schools, Bobbie Jean was a graduated of Atkins High School. She was also a graduated of Winston-Salem State University. Bobbie Jean was a dedicated and loyal member of the Brown Alumni Chapter (Winston Salem Chapter) of Winston Salem State University National Alumni Association Sorority.
BJ began her teaching career immediately after graduation as a third-grade teacher in Wadesboro, NC. She continued to teach outside of Winston-Salem for 20 years until she was hired as a second-grade teacher at Cash Elementary school. She used to always say “God took care of me on the highway all of those years. Thank you, Jesus!” After joining the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Public School System, she worked at Union Cross and Old Town Elementary schools. When she joined the Old Town Elementary school family, she had already achieved 30 years as an educator but did not retire. Instead, Bobbie Jean served the students and families of the Old Town community for 19 years as a Primary Reading Specialist. In 2011, she retired from her long career.
Bobbie Jean leaves behind to cherish her memory, one daughter, Sharnell D. Collins, two grandchildren (Johnathan W. Manning and Jonah W. Collins), a sister-in-law, Mrs. Roberta G. Collins, a niece, Ms. Pamela J. Collins, a great-nephew (Austin M. Collins), a Goddaughter, Dr. Allison Griffin-Walser, and a host of cousins and friends.
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Mr. Jerry L. Hooper
February 28, 2021
Mr. Jerry Lewis Hooper, 66 transitioned from this earthly life to his spiritual one on February 28, 2021.
Jerry was born on March 6, 1954 to the late Clyde Neely and Mary E. Hooper.
Jerry is preceded in death by his daughter and two brothers.
Jerry is survived by his sons, Keith Siverls of N.Y., Gary Baldwin, Jerry Hooper Jr., Darryl Coleman, Reginald and Travis Pratt all of Winston- Salem, NC. His sister Vendetta and Sherri Hooper of Winston-Salem. A host of siblings, grandchildren, other relatives, and friends. Three aunts, Mrs. Mamie Hooper of Troutman, N.C., Mrs. Margie Hooper of Charlotte, NC and Mrs. Ora Lee Carr of Mooresville, NC. A devoted niece Monica Hooper of Winston-Salem, NC.
We will miss his singing, “What You Know About Jesus” and his parting lines “I Love You” and “Pray for Me.”
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Dr. Richard L. Killens
February 25, 2021
The fourth of eight children, Richard L. Killens was born in Fairmont, North Carolina on December 29, 1931, to the late Martha and Thomas Damascus Killens. He passed peacefully in his sleep on February 25, 2021.
Richard graduated from North Carolina A&T State University, and went on to serve as an officer in the United States Air Force and US Public Health Service for 30 years. He embarked upon a career and love of research as a Tuskegee Institute trained veterinarian at the National Institutes of Health. His later veterinary practice led to and concluded in service as an Inspector-in-Charge for the United States Department of Agriculture. Various careers and ventures took Richard and his family around the United States, from North Carolina to Nebraska and everywhere in between.
A loving son, brother, husband, father, friend and man, Richard unwaveringly lent his warm smile and aid to family members, friends and those in need.
He is survived by his devoted wife of nearly sixty years, Ellen, his daughter, Ronda, his step-daughter, Constance and son, Cedric, and his grandson, Zachary. As a sweet neighbor kindly and recently shared, “There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance. Pray you, love, remember,” Ophelia from Hamlet. We will remember.
At Dr. Killens request, there will be no funeral service.
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Mr. Carl M. Morris, Sr.
February 24, 2021
Mr. Carl McClain Morris, Sr., son of the late Mattison Morris and Katie Hampton Morris transitioned peacefully to the Lord on February 24, 2021. He was born on December 21, 1924 in Dennis, North Carolina.
He was a graduate of Lincoln Heights Academy in Kings Mountain, North Carolina.
He served 6 years in the United States Army and as a soldier fought in combat in WWII.
On November 23, 1949 he was united in marriage to Mary Elinor Reynolds. To this union was born one son, Carl McClain Morris, Jr.
He retired from Western Electric (AT&T) after working 34 years and 5 months as an Electrical Engineer. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church until his death.
He was an avid golfer that received many trophies while participating in numerous tournaments.
His life was well-lived and he well loved. He will be remembered as a dedicated husband, father, brother, uncle and friend.
Mr. Morris will have a private funeral service. He may be publicly viewed on Friday, March 5, 2021 from 1:00 PM~ 6:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
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Mrs. Bobbie Harper-Thomas
February 11, 2021
Bobbie Lee Harper-Thomas, daughter of Dicie and Peter was born on December 9, 1932, in Winston Salem, NC.
In 1950, Bobbie graduated from Atkins High School, in Winston Salem, NC. In 1954, she received a BA in early education from Winston Salem Teachers College, the first Black institution in the nation to grant degrees for teaching in the elementary grades. In 1972, the college was renamed Winston Salem State University. After earning her degree, Bobbie devoted over 50 years educating generations of first through sixth graders. During her illustrious career, Bobbie taught at North Elementary School, Forest Park Elementary and Cook Middle School. While teaching at North Elementary School, Bobbie taught the majority of the children in her neighborhood. Throughout her career, Bobbie received numerous honors for her extraordinary career in education.
Bobbie accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age, and was a faithful worshipper at St. James AME Church in Winston Salem, NC. Bobbie loved the Lord, her family, cooking, word search puzzles, and reading. Bobbie was a lifelong learner and even in her twilight years enjoyed reading and discussing politics, entertainment, and current events. Bobbie’s life reflected the principals her parents instilled in her and she was revered as honest, disciplined, loving, dependable, and trustworthy.
Bobbie departed this life to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 11, 2021, after a courageous period of declining health.
Bobbie was preceded in death by her grandmother and grandfather, Betsy and Henry Harper; her parents, Peter and Dicie; her husband, Haywood Thomas Sr.; her son, Haywood Thomas Jr.; and her daughter-in-law Alfreda Wilson- Thomas.
Bobbie leaves to cherish her memoires: sons, Howard, Wayne, and Bryant (Debbie) all of Winston Salem, NC; Barry (Wanda) of Clarksville, TN, and Williford (Crystal) of Alexandria, VA; fifteen grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; her cousins, Clayborn and Henry Harper; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Thomas may be publicly viewed on Friday, February 26, 2021 from 12:00 PM ~ 5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral service will be private. Interment in Gardens of Memory.
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Mr. Richard D. Johnson
January 31, 2021
Richard Delano Johnson, affectionately known as “Dicky”, was born August 8, 1948 to the late Ruby Johnson Roberts and Robert Taylor. He passed away January 31, 2021 after a brief period of illness.
Before retiring, Mr. Johnson worked faithfully as a baker for over 40 years at Dewey’s Bakery in Winston-Salem, NC.
He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Charmelle Commadore.
He leaves to cherish his loving memory his long time companion, Crystal Johnson; a son, Rodney (Keisha) Boyd; daughters, Chanel (DeSean) Barron and Angela Boyd; his loving grandchildren, Ebony, Stephon, Rodney Jr., Kenyare, Ranesha, Jasmine, Tyrell, De’Andre, Keishawn, Rashad, McKelsey, McKenzie, Padonda, Shaudia and Malcolm; ten great-grandchildren; his former wife, Peggy Johnson; and a host of family and friends
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Mrs. Sallie B. Hughes
January 23, 2021
Born in the autumn of 1921 against the backdrop of the 1921 pandemic and the great depression of 1929, Sallie Bell Shelton appeared as an inspiration and promise of hope, to parents William and Laura Shelton. Sallie walked over 12 miles to school on jagged terrain, wearing shoes her dear father constructed from tires. Sallie walked thankfully with tremendous determination and stillness of mind, as if the great challenges of the age were child’s play. Sallie dared to explore beyond the enclave of the family namesake town of Shelton, in Fairfield County SC. An early century rail stop for cotton merchants and corporate home to Shivar Springs mineral water company, located on the Broad River. Teenage Sallie migrated to Winston-Salem, NC in search of continued education and opportunity. With masterful culinary talent and undeniable personality, Sallie quickly secured work and educational training in the big city. Sallie often sent her entire salary back home to aid William and Laura with expenses and family care. Her early acts of sacrifice would set the stage for her life of service, community building and philanthropy.
Anthropology is the study of human societies, cultures and their development. Sallie devoted her life to building society, expanding cultural awareness, and developing people. A true king maker, she guided any and all under the gaze of her eye. Councilor, consoler, confidant, advisor, encourager, keeper, accountant, evangelist, mother, bearer of burdens, self made network of resources, oracle, friend, watchman, teacher, shelter, guardian and light. An eternal spring of water. A living anthropologist. Sallie would weave the threads and qualities of her anthropology into an epic life and odyssey. Sallie would enjoy an extensive professional career with RJ Reynolds, The city of Winston Salem and Experiment in Self Reliance (ESR), an organization focused on aiding low to moderate income families. Sallie was essential in shaping ESR’s formation and direction. Her Locust Avenue Community Center was revered as a beacon of hope and key family support center for the northeastern corridor of Winston-Salem. She approached her work in a very personal way, and with great pride. Sallie was a life long member & presiding “church mother” of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church of Winston Salem, NC. Leading spirited and soulful Hymnals in the MSBC choir. Sallie was a member and pioneer of countless civic, church, governmental and community organizations. Realizing a vast accumulation of service & leadership awards. Sallie enjoyed preparing food, hosting conversations and praising the almighty. Her recipes and original cooking repertoire were excitedly coveted by tasters near and far. Sally was simply, sweet & gifted in every way.
Sallie fell in love with a refined young naval serviceman named Jacob Hughes and married the love of her life on July 9th, 1947. Their union would span nearly 60 years. Jacob and Sallie would devotedly raise 10 children and mint a legacy of 19 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Sallie and Jacob would also raise countless children from the community and extended family. Their union and home, would serve as a shelter & guide to many. The Sallie B Hughes Center for Anthropology will be established and commissioned in honor of her legacy and shining example to us all.
Sallie is survived by:
Paxton & Tangula Hughes, Gordon Hughes, Gregory Hughes, Don & Lendris Hughes, Benjamin Hughes, Dorothy & Reginald Austin, Sharon Dublin, Veronica Hughes, Julia and Sylvester Young, Carl Settle SR and a vast legacy of multi-generational family members.
Mrs. Hughes will have a private graveside service. She may be publicly viewed Friday, January 29, 2021 from 12:00 PM~5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home and Saturday, January 30, 2021 from 11:30 AM ~ 1:30 PM at Morning Star Baptist Church.
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Ms. Sarah M. Hairston
January 24, 2021
Sarah Maggie Hairston, age 90, passed away Sunday, January 24, 2021 at Forest Heights Senior Living Community. She was born on October 14, 1930 in Clemmons, NC to the late James A Hairston and the late Laura Florence Winifred Hairston.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by thirteen of her fifteen siblings and her two grandchildren Bridgett Ja’Netta Teague and Brock Cloud.
She was educated in the local school system and attended Business College. She retired from Winston Salem State University.
She loved sewing and planting a garden to share with all of her neighbors. She was a faithful member of the Winston Salem Church of Christ and a true servant of the Lord.
Sarah was devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
She is survived by sons, Aldine (Betty) Cloud, of the city, Avery (Greta) Cloud of Baton Rouge, LA., Broderick (Gloria) Cloud of the city, Jonathan Cloud of Appleton, WI. her brother Dr. Andrew Hairston (Jeanie) of Atlanta, GA four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
A private graveside service will be held at Parklawn Memorial Gardens. There will be no public viewing of Ms. Hairston.
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Mrs. Mary Sheff Walker
January 20, 2021
Mrs. Mary Louise Walker was born on February 24, 1944 in Winston-Salem, NC to the late Zeb Sheff and Sofia Avery Sheff. She attended Paisley High School and was a caregiver for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren and watching movies and westerns on TV.
She passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Connell Walker; and sisters: Joann Sheff and Barbara Sheff Rankin.
She is survived by her three sons: Timothy Sheff, Philemon (Volivia) Wilkes and Kenneth (Tasha) Wilkes; grandchildren: Sherra’ (Lorinza) Watkins, Shawnta’ (Tory) Elbert, Lakisha (Bennie) Oates, Terrell (Felicia) Fuiell, Carissa Wilkes, Olivia Wilkes, Tieka Wilkes, Tia Wilkes, Kondra Wilkes Truesdale, Tiona Howell, Samiya Garrison; a host of great grandchildren; brother, Zeb Sheff, Jr.; devoted friends: Gloria Barber, Otellia Hatchett and Loretta Hatchett; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
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Mrs. Jeannene Farrow Caesar
January 18, 2021
Jeannene was a teacher at Bolton Elementary School for 35 years before retiring. Where she received the designation of Master Teacher. “Mama Nene”, a veteran third grade teacher, was voted Teacher of the Year for the 1998-99 school year. She believed that all children are a gift and as a teacher it is a responsibility to help shape the future by teaching the children not only academics but character and self-worth.
“Mama Nene” accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and was a faithful and active member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. She was also a former member of United Metropolitan Baptist Church. Jeannene had a true love for singing and shared her gift as a member and soloist of the Contemporary Gospel Choir.
Jeannene was called home on Monday, January 18, 2021 but the mark that she left on everyone as a mother, sister, wife and friend will live forever. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Sandra Havner.
Mama Nene is survived by her husband of 57 years, Bruce; two sons: Eric (Courtney) Caesar and Kevin (Ronita) Caesar; nine grandchildren: English, Kevin, Khalil, Jibril, Christopher, Brittany, Tre’Von, Kiyah and Gabrielle; five great grandchildren; four brothers: James L. Farrow, Sr., William (Marilyn) Farrow of New Haven, CT, Roosevelt (Lauretta) Havner of Greensboro, NC and Kenneth (Veta) Havner of Blythewood, SC; a devoted cousin, Dolores Hawkins; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
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Mrs. Antoinette Hunt
January 17, 2021
Antoinette Marie Hunt passed away in Katie B. Reynolds Hospice Home on January 17, 2021, at the age of 78.
Ann lived a fulfilling life as a wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. Ann is survived by her husband of 59 years, Ret. Sheriff Deputy Robert L. Hunt, and their three sons, Rodney, Darryl, and Keith, along with their wives and children. Her legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone she's interacted with.
The family will have a private service.
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Mrs. Magdalene G. Fleming
January 6, 2021
Magdalene Fleming entered this life on August 20, 1928 as the only child of Erie Gooden and Pete Harris. She was born in Clifton South Carolina.
She attended school in Spartanburg , South Carolina and studied for her GED at Paisley High School and Forsyth Technical College.
Preceded in death by her mother, Erie Patterson, husband John A. Fleming and son John A. Robinson.
She leaves to cherish her memory, three sons, Willie and Ben Robinson, Tyrone Fleming and step-son Alfred Coleman, two daughters, Bobby Robinson and Mary Hargraves, eleven grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren.
She retired from Winston-Salem State. She was a dedicated and faithful employee in Moore Hall and C. G. 0’Kelly Library.
Magdalene Fleming committed herself to her church, family, community and physical fitness.
She has been a member of Carver Road Church of Christ for sixty-five years. She served ten years on the Beautification Committee helping to edify the Church and seven years with the Clothing Bank assisting those in need.
She loved family vacation on cruises, to Hilton Head, Savannah Georgia, and Williamsburg Virginia. Spending a week with children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren was the delight of her life. She traveled to Rochester NY, Charlotte NC and McDonough GA to watch her grandchildren and great grandchildren graduate from high school and college. She loved the YMCA and went five days a week until her illness prevented her for going.
Magdalene Fleming committed her life to serving her neighborhood and community. Her affiliations and service included working the polls during elections and worked on numerous voter registration drives. She was also an organizer for the National Night Out Campaign as well as President of the Jolly Traveler’s Club and supplied food to those less fortunate.
Mrs. Fleming may be publicly viewed today from 1:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be private. Interment in Redland Church of Christ Cemetery, Advance, NC.
In lieu of flowers donations to Youth Group Carver Road Church of Christ or Senior Services.
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Mr. Jakay W. Ervin, Sr.
January 1. 2021
Mr. Jakay W. Ervin, Sr., 89, transitioned on to glory on January 1, 2021. He was a beloved and celebrated Husband, a devoted Father, Grandfather, loyal Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and dedicated Friend. Jakay was a giving, gentle, hardworking advocate for education. He always encouraged others to be and do the best they could. He was always willing to lend a helping hand and often had a story to tell of the history of life and the community.
He surrendered his life to Christ at an early age and dedicated himself to the service of the Father through his exemplary love of family and people, no matter their status in society. He had a genuine love for others and the community that was second to none. He was a devoted member of Goler Metropolitan A.M.E. Zion Church where he served on the Cathedral Choir and he recently spearheaded and directed the Men’s Chorus Group. He was a member of the Winston Salem’s Men’s Booster Ministry. Over his lifetime he has served on numerous church boards and committees beginning at Bethania A.M.E. Zion Church where he was a Trustee, Treasurer, Choir Director and the Chairman of the church rebuilding committee. He was faithful to the A.M.E. Zion Organization. He was a Troop Leader of the Boy Scouts of America at Bethania A.M.E. Zion Church.
He married the Queen of his dreams, Minnie Jarrett Ervin, on December 28, 1955 and just celebrated their anniversary of 65 blissful years. From their union came their son, Jakay W. Ervin, Jr. (Carolyn); daughter, Rosa Ervin Adams (Chris); and a Grandson, Jakay W. Ervin, III “Trey” (Ashley) all of the city.
Born in Bethania, NC to Rosa Belle Dalton and Butler Ervin, he was the 3rd child of a second set of children, totaling 16. He attended the historic Oak Grove School (Bethania Community School) – a one room school in Old Town Township (which he was very instrumental in preserving as a historical landmark). He later attended Forsyth County schools, graduating from The Carver High School. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in 1958 from Winston Salem Teacher’s College, currently Winston Salem State University, where he became a devoted member of the WSSU Ramily. While at WSSU, he became a loyal member of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Delta Alpha Chapter Winston Salem, NC. He later became a member of the graduate chapter, Delta Sigma Chapter. He was the oldest living member having served 65 years. He was a member of the music department and masterfully played the trumpet under the tutelage of Dr. Dillard. Jakay had an unending love for WSSU until his last breath. He and his wife always supported the university in whatever way they could with much joy and vigor. One of his favored passions was the sports department. They often traveled to and were often seen at sports events cheering on the Mighty Rams. Their annual vacation was spent at the CIAA Tournament for over 50 years. They were dedicated members of the Chancellor Elwood Robinson’s Elite Donors Circle, the WSSU Horns, the WSSU Hoops, Lifetime members of the WSSU National Alumni Association and the local chapter of the Winston-Salem Chapter of the Winston-Salem State University National Alumni Association.
Jakay served in the United States Marine Corp where he was a Korean War Veteran. He earned the National Defense Service Medal.
He continued his love for education and pursued his goal to obtain his master’s degree from neighboring A&T State University. In addition to being a Sigma man, he was also a member of the American Legion Post 220, the American Legion Boys State, the Prince Hall Masonic Lodge, A Lord of the Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc., The Twin City Choristers, and the Carver School Alumni Choir.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Marie Mitchell, brother Wilson Ervin, and Sister-in-law Anna Ervin. He leaves to cherish his legacy his wife, children, grandson, Brother Joseph Ervin, Sister Evangelist Mary Ervin Abbott, devoted daughter Robin B. Ervin, a dedicated colleague Vester Porter, Lil’ Brother Vernard Bowie, a devoted brother/friend Carl Miller and a host of relatives, diligent singing brothers, and many friends.
A public viewing will be held Friday, Jan. 8, 2021 from 11:00am – 6:00pm at the Clark S, Brown & Sons Funeral Home. 727 Patterson Ave. Winston Salem, NC 27105. A Private Homegoing celebration will be available for viewing on the Clark S Brown & Sons FNRL HM Facebook page on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021 @ 11:00am.
The family would like to thank the staffs of Novant Health Medical Center, Novant Health Oncology Specialists, Alliance Urology Specialists of Greensboro, especially Drs. Dilley, Lyalls, Boyden, McClain, Shearer (Nurse Kay) and Givens.
In Lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Capital Reserve of Goler Metropolitan AME Zion Church 1435 E. 4th Street, Winston Salem, NC 27101.
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Mr. James H. Evans
December 28, 2020
James was born on March 31, 1935 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. After completing college at Winston-Salem State University, he dedicated his life to education. In 1960, James moved to Anson County to teach at Henry Grove School in Lilesville, North Carolina. Over a 50-year career, James served several teaching and administrator positions within the Anson County School System, to include his appointment as principal of the East Polkton Elementary School. He retired in 2010 and spent his time researching the family ancestry, spending time with his friends and family in Wadesboro and Clemmons and remaining an active member of the Capernaum Church of Christ.
Preceding him in death were his beloved parents, John Andy and Vivian Clingman Evans and his two brothers, John Andy Evans Jr. and Robert Nelson Evans.
Mr. Evans will have a private funeral service and interment at Capernaum Church of Christ. He may be publicly viewed today from 12:00 PM~5:00 PM at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home.
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Mrs. Doris M. Shouse
December 21, 2020
Link captionDoris Elizabeth Morris Shouse was born September 23, 1937 in Stokes County to the late Mr. Lee Morris and Mrs. Margaret Gibson Morris. She was the only girl of six children. She was a native of Walnut Cove, NC where she received her elementary and secondary education and spent her adult life in the Historic Rural Hall – Bethania District.In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Shouse was preceded in death by three brothers: Lee Morris, Jr., James Howard Morris, and Walter Eugene Morris.
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Mr. Samuel Attucks (Adiches)
December 18, 2020
He worked for a period of time at Goodwill Industries and as a self-employed vendor in downtown Winston-Salem, NC during the glory days of R. J. Reynolds.
On Friday, December 18, 2020 Samuel departed his earthly life going home to a healthy body, where there is no more dying, no more tears, no more sorrow, and no more pain. Samuel was preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Delores Kemp, Nellie May Boyd and Barbara Attucks; brothers: Nathaniel, David and Eugene.
Samuel is survived by one sister, Cora Roberson; two brothers: Clifton and Alphonso; a host of other relatives and friends. Due to COVID-19 restrictions the family will have a service at a later date.
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Ms. LaQuanda D. Noble
December 8, 2020
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Mr. Jasper L. Randleman, Jr.
December 9, 2020
Jasper known to his family and friends as “Bobby” attended the public schools of Forsyth County and was a graduate of Parkland High School. After graduation, Jasper served in the United States Army. He attended Kittrell College and dedicated many years of employment to the WS/FC School system.
Jasper enjoyed sports and was a die-hard Dallas Cowboys fan.
He departed this earthly life on December 9, 2020 after an extended period of illness. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ervin and Ivy Jane Dobson and Jasper and Dorothy Randleman.
“Bobby” as he was affectionately called will be missed by all who knew and loved him. His loving memory will be forever cherished by his three daughters: Natarshi Parker, Doraneecha Randleman and Latraykelle Randleman, all of Danville, VA and son, Ashanti (Shawanna) Randleman of Greensboro, NC; and their mother, Cynthia Randleman of Danville, Virginia; father, Jasper Randleman of Greensboro, NC; sister Cynthia (Winslow) Taylor of Grapevine, TX; brother, Keith (Vickie) Randleman of Raleigh, NC; nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren; aunt, Shirley Hughes and Phyllis Ijames; uncle, Sandy Payne; three nephews, a host of cousins and friends.
Funeral service will be private. There will be a public viewing from 12:00 PM ~ 5:00 PM on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery.
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Mr. Richard L. Dukes
December 10, 2020
Richard Leon Dukes departed this life to enter the Kingdom of the Lord on December 10, 2020. He was born in Winston-Salem, NC on March 5, 1941 to the late Elizabeth Dukes Griffin and Charles White. He was the oldest of eight siblings, of which five preceded him in death: Debbie Fair, Ricky Griffin, Dennis Griffin, Timothy Dukes and Bennie Lee Griffin.
Richard was a graduate of the Truck Driver’s Academy and he earned his commercial driver license. He drove tractor trailer trucks for many years. He retired from driving trucks and also retired from Brenner’s Metal.
Left to cherish Richard’s memories are his wife Shirley Dukes and his six children: Ann Dukes, Janet Moss, Mark Dukes, Charlene Dukes, Kareme Dukes Mobley, Richard Dukes Jr,. ; One sister Elizabeth Griffin Minor; two brothers: Randolph Griffin and Michael Griffin, all of Winston-Salem, NC.
There will be no public viewing of Mr. Dukes. The family