Obituaries

Dec 1, 2025

We honor the life and legacy of Josephine Williamson Hairston, who was born on April 5, 1951, in Elizabethtown, North Carolina, to the late Walter Williamson and Rosetta Kinsell Williamson. She peacefully transitioned from this life on December 1, 2025, leaving behind a legacy rooted in faith, compassion, and unwavering devotion to God and her family. Josephine was a proud...

Nov 29, 2025

The Journey of

Apostle Derek Damont Kelly

The beloved son, husband, brother, father, grandfather, spiritual leader and visionary.

Apostle Derek Damont Kelly is the eldest of three siblings born to Pastor Parnell, Jr. and Elder Marianne Kelly in Salisbury, NC. He received his education in...

Nov 25, 2025

Mr. Refugio Benitez Aparicio, age 60 of Mocksville, North Carolina passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 in Mocksville, North Carolina. The son of the late Natividad Benitez and the late Rufina Aparicio, Refugio was born on July 4, 1965 in Coapinolar, Guerrero, Mexico. Refugio will be missed by his family and friends. He attended the public schools of Coapinola,...

Nov 24, 2025

Thomas Jefferson Gwyn, 97, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, peacefully departed this life on Monday, November 24, 2025 at Oak Hills Health and Rehabilitation in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Thomas, affectionately known as "Babe" was born on August 1, 1928 in Forsyth County, North Carolina to the late Burt Carruthers and Margaret Johnson. He was educated in the Winston-Salem Forsyth County Public...

Nov 23, 2025

Roy Lee Holt, affectionately known as "Choker," was a true legend in his community—loved by many and remembered for the impact he made on everyone he met. Known for his sharp mind, he never forgot a birthday, even at 84 years old. His humor and honesty were unmatched; with no filter and a joyful boldness, he often said exactly...

Nov 22, 2025

William Edward Shepard, Sr. was born in Buncombe County, North Carolina to Isiah Shepard and Mary Bauknight Shepard. Affectionately known as "Bill," he peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Davie Health & Rehab.

Bill retired from PTI Airport, where he worked faithfully as a cargo supervisor. He was widely known for his exceptional cooking...

Nov 19, 2025

Mr. Bruce Anderson, 68, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, in High Point, North Carolina. A memorial will be held at a later date.

Nov 18, 2025

Elizabeth Sue Roman Henderson was born in Anderson, South Carolina on July 6, 1942 to Mack Roman and Grace P. Roman. Sue peacefully passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Lexington Medical Center.

She retired from Lexington Furniture Industry and was a member of First Baptist Church, where she formerly served...

Nov 18, 2025

Joan Leonard Moore, 80, of the Midway Community, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. She was born in Davidson County to the late Hoy Lee Leonard and Dorothy L. Hayes Leonard.

She was a faithful member of Brooks Temple United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her two sisters,...

Nov 16, 2025

Janie Lucille Swink Williams, 78, originally from Mocksville and was currently residing in Concord, North Carolina, passed on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at her residence in Concord. Born in Rowan County, North Carolina on December 18, 1946, she was the daughter of the late John Swink and Lila Hutchinson Swink. Janie was a member of Salem United Methodist Church in...

Nov 16, 2025

In sweet peace, on the evening of Sunday, November 16, 2025 our beloved, Annelle Ijames, gave up time for eternal rest and journeyed home to be with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Our family and friends are most saddened as we say goodbye to a woman of God, a woman of Faith, whom we loved dearly. We are grateful...

Nov 14, 2025

Clyde Lee Covington, Jr., 73 of Winston-Salem, North Carolina passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. He was born on April 17, 1952 to the late Clyde Covington, Sr. and Elmeta DuBose Covington in Forsyth County, North Carolina. Funeral services will be 1:00 PM on Friday, November 21, 2025 at Roberts Funeral Service (Winston-Salem)...

Nov 12, 2025

Marvin Lee Dalton, affectionately known as "Starving Marvin," of Eden, North Carolina, peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Ancora Compassionate Care in Reidsville, NC. Marvin was born on July 16, 1949 in Pittsylvania County, Virginia to the late James Scales and Vester Mae Dalton. He was educated in the Rockingham County Public School System and grew...

Nov 11, 2025

Sherika "Bug" Canty entered eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of resilience, love and renewed strength. Born to Crystal Canty and the late Tyrone Cook, Sherika was a cherished daughter, wife, sister, grandmother and family member whose spirit touched many. In her final year, Sherika embraced a powerful season of healing and reconnection, reminding her family of the beauty of...

Nov 8, 2025

Jaime DeJesus Ramos, age 37 of Mocksville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Born on December 23, 1987 in Morazán, El Salvador, Jaime was the son of Maria Ana Ramos and the late Juan Bautista Canales. He will be truly missed by his family and...

Nov 5, 2025

Delinda Anne Merritt Ijames, affectionately called Linda, was born March 10, 1938, in Franklin County Georgia, daughter of the late Henry Darby Merritt, and Doris Scott Merritt. She attended the local schools and graduated from Franklin County Trade High School in the 11th grade, which was the highest grade offered at that time. She moved from Georgia with her relative,...

Nov 5, 2025

Michelle Denise Gray, affectionately known to family and friends as "Den," peacefully departed this life following a brief illness. She was born on February 21, 1956 to Sammie and Inez Hampton Gray in Forsyth County, North Carolina. Michelle was educated in the Forsyth County School System, where she developed her lifelong love of learning. She continued her education at Salem...

Nov 3, 2025

Cameron De'Mon Napper, 19, was called home on November 3, 2025. Born with a vibrant and joyful spirit, Cameron was a beloved son, brother, father, and friend whose presence lit up every room he entered. He attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and proudly earned his high school diploma in 2023. Cameron had a deep and genuine love for sports, and his...

Nov 2, 2025

Leonardo Lopez Martinez, age 61, of Mocksville, North Carolina passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Davie Medical Center, surrounded by his love ones. Born on, November 6, 1963 in Santiago Tetepec, Mexico, Leonardo was the proud son of Julio Lopez and Marcelina Martinez. He will be truly missed by his family and...

Oct 30, 2025

Mattie Mae Little, 69, of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, peacefully departed this life on October 20, 2025, at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. Known for her bright spirit, generous heart, and unwavering love, Mattie Mae touched every life she encountered. She was deeply devoted to her family, her church community, and her faith-always placing kindness, compassion, and service at the center...