Local Obituaries for Forsyth County in North Carolina.

Dec 16, 2020

Winston-Salem – Hilda Robbins Richardson, 87, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, December 16, 2020, at the Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center. “Wait for the Lord; be strong and let your heart take courage; yes wait for the Lord.” Hilda was born on November 17, 1933 in Winston-Salem to the late Ira Paul Robbins and Vera Elliot Robbins, both from...

Dec 16, 2020

Mrs. Katherine Louise Slater, 71 of Winston-Salem, died and went home to be with the Lord and His saints on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Novant Health Kernersville Medical Center.  She was born in May of 1949 in Forsyth County to the late Gabriel and Mildred Boles.  She enjoyed playing and listening to music, cooking and hosting dinners for...

Dec 15, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Wanda Faye Barrett announce her passing at Forsyth Medical Center on Tuesday, December 15, 2020.

Wanda was born on May 24, 1931 in Forsyth County to the late Marshall and Gladys Grubbs.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Ford; two sisters, Shirley and Ramona; two sons, Gary GoForth and Steve...

Dec 15, 2020

WINSTON SALEM – John “Johnny” William Hackett, 61, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at Wake Forest Baptist Health. John was born on October 1, 1959 in Forsyth County to Donald Ray and Nancy Stevens Hackett. He was a dedicated employee of Quality Oil for many years. John also volunteered as a Boy...

Dec 15, 2020

Mrs. Janet Leigh Marion Allen, 70, entered peacefully into the arms of Jesus, surrounded by her loving family as they recited the Lord’s Prayer on Tuesday evening, December 15, 2020 at Forsyth Medical Center. II Timothy 4, 7 NIV- “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Janet was born in...

Dec 14, 2020

Wendy Helsabeck Longworth, 58, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Forsyth Co. on January 1, 1962 the daughter of the late Edwin Ray Helsabeck and Bonnie Louise Blackburn Helsabeck. Wendy retired from the Forsyth County Sheriffs Office with 30 years of service. She was a selfless person...

Dec 14, 2020

Winston-Salem – Mr. John Samuel Binkley, 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 14, 2020 at Trinity Glen Nursing and Rehabilitation. He was born on September 21, 1942 in Forsyth County to Alva E. “Pat” and Maude Mickey Binkley. John was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a faithful member of Freeman Street Baptist Church and loved...

Dec 13, 2020

Miss Edith “Edie” Lorraine Foss, 84, of Winston-Salem, NC, went to her heavenly home on December 13, 2020.  Edie was born on May 9, 1936, in Machias, Maine, daughter of the late Alexander and Viola (Ackley) Foss.  Edie made her home with her sister, Mary Ellen and husband, Gary Marshall of Winston-Salem, NC.  Edie loved the Lord, music, and...

Dec 13, 2020

Peggy Winkler, 76, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020.  She was born August 18, 1944 in Winston-Salem. Peggy was a very special Godly woman to all who knew her.  If you needed someone to talk too, if you needed help, she was there.  She touched a lot of hearts and left a positive impact on all who knew her. ...

Dec 13, 2020

Mrs. Frances Anita Lombardo Leonard, 90, of Winston-Salem, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020. She was born in Brooklyn, NY, on September 12, 1930, to the late Peter and Mary Manganaro Lombardo. Frances loved to sew, read, knit, cook, and entertain her family and friends. Most importantly, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister.

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Dec 13, 2020

On Sunday, December 13, 2020, Dewey Lee Collins, passed away at the age of 54.  Dewey was born on May 23, 1966 in Winston-Salem, NC.  He had a passion for landscaping, and really enjoyed doing handiwork.  He also was a certified small engine mechanic.  He really just loved helping people, a kind and gentle soul.  He also loved racing!  ...

Dec 13, 2020

David Roberson Hemrick, 77, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, December 13, 2020 at his home. He was born May 30, 1943 in Surry County to the late Raymond and Edna Hemrick of Mt Airy, NC. He was born and raised in Mt. Airy then moved to Clemmons over 47 years ago and that is where he established his roots. David...

Dec 13, 2020

Mrs. Rebecca Jane Lunsford Forrest, 79, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020.  She was born August 6, 1941 in Forsyth County to the late William Howard Lunsford and Anna Lee Anderson Lunsford.  Rebecca was full of life.  She was considered the heart and soul of anything she was apart of, especially her family.  Rebecca was very creative and talented...

Dec 12, 2020

On Saturday, December 12, 2020, Bobbie Lee “Bob”/“Red” Adams, beloved father of three children and widower, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his children at age 88.  Bob was born at home on October 21, 1932 in Jonesville, NC to Commodore Vanderbilt Adams and Pearl Van Hoy Adams, the eighth of their eight children. He graduated from high...

Dec 12, 2020

Mrs. Gail Spainhour Hooks, 73, of Winston-Salem, NC, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020, in Jeffersonville, Indiana. She was born August 28, 1947, in Winston-Salem, NC, to the late Richard and Rachel Spainhour.  In addition to her parents, Gail is preceded in death by her husband, George L. “Pete” Hooks, III, and a daughter (at birth). Surviving are her son Blake Hooks and wife Ashley...

Dec 12, 2020

Mrs. Susan L. Stultz, 71, of Lexington, N.C. died December 12, 2020 at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on June 15, 1949 in Winston-Salem, N.C. to the late Anne W. Beaver and the late Alvin Lane and was raised by her mother and step-dad Daniel Beaver.

She graduated from East Forsyth High School...

Dec 12, 2020

Jesusa Kyamko Jacobson, 83, passed away December 12, 2020 at Oliver House in Wendell, NC. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Steven E. Jacobson, Sr. Survivors include two sons, Steven E. Jacobson, Jr. of Raleigh, NC and Edward T. Jacobson of Graham, NC, three grandchildren. Mrs. Jacobson was a long-time elementary teacher having taught for...