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Obituary For Minister Bonnie Gaye Goolsby
Bonnie Gaye Goolsby, 72 of Winston Salem, NC (formerly of Stoneville, NC) passed Monday, October 6, 2025. The family will receive friends Tuesday, October 14, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, 4129 N. Hampton Dr. Winston Salem, NC 27105 with the “Home Going Celebration” beginning at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Stoneville Community Cemetery, 186 Joyce Farm Road, Stoneville, NC.
Public viewing will be held from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Monday October 13, 2025 at Perry-Spencer Funeral Home, 402 Short Ave. Madison, NC.
Minister Bonnie Gaye Goolsby, beloved wife, mother, sister and aunt, was born to the late Mr. John Henry Scales and Mrs. Earline Dalton Scales on June 24, 1953, at Morehead Hospital in Rockingham County, NC.
God, in His infinite wisdom, called her home on Monday, October 6, 2025. As she made her heavenly transition, she was welcomed by a family of angels made with love. “Mama” or “Ma Bonnie”, as she was affectionately called by her family and friends, was preceded in death by her parents Mr.& Mrs. John Henry and Earline Dalton Scales; her brothers, Scott Scales, Raymond Scales, Randolph Scales and Milton Scales; her sisters, Mary Lou Redd; her brother in - law, Henry Lan Redd; her sister in-law, Mary R. Scales; her step daughter, Teresa Wright; her nephew, Timothy Scales; and a special daughter, Shewanna Scales.
Minister Bonnie was educated through the Rockingham County School System in Stoneville, NC, and proudly graduated with her GED from Forsyth Technical Community College in Winston Salem, NC. She professed the call to the ministry in 2000 under the tutelage of Bishop James A. Woodson at St. James Home of the Fresh Start. In 2016, she was licensed to preach the Gospel through the tutelage of Reverend Dr. Nathan E Scovens. She loved worshipping and ministering to God's people each and every Sunday. She was heavily involved in several ministries while serving at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, such as the Nursing Home Ministry, Missionary Minister. She loved to recall the scripture Proverbs 3: 5-6, which says, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths.” She lived by this every single day.
In her later years of employment, she worked at Herbal Life. Her last few years of employment was spent cooking and ministering at the “Taste and Tip Table” in Sam's Club on Hanes Mall Blvd. She truly loved spending time shopping K & G, traveling, worshipping at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church and cooking for her family and friends. She liked being on the go!
Minister Bonnie leaves behind, with cherish memories of her life, her husband, Jessie Ray Goolsby; her son, Steven (Taneka) Scales of Kernersville, NC; her daughters, Amelia (Tony) Morgan of Kernersvile, NC, Tarlea (John) Ford of Winston Salem, NC, Taniesha (Robert) Sanders of Rural Hall, NC; her step daughter, Denise (Walter) Lowe of Madison, NC; her sister, Elizabeth (Harold) Broadnax of Eden, NC; her grandchildren Jamea (Alexx), Tiana, Chaunasee, Steven, Tanya, Jaylin, Anthony “TJ” D'Sean, Tahani, Jessica, Joshua, Andrew, Chelsea, Walter “Trey”; her great grandchildren, Tahari and Raya ande a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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Oct 28th went to Sam's to pick up things and to talk to Miss Bonnie about person she had been praying for. I needed her so bad that day and to be told by a person there that she is no longer with us, that she passes away 2 wks ago was so shocking. What a wonderful woman of God. The love she has for God and people. She prayed with me every time I would come in. Oh how I loved that lady. I'm truly going to miss her.
Awesome woman of God, my Friend and sister in Christ, prayers and blessings to family and loved ones 🙏
My sincere condolence to the family of Minister Goolsby. I will miss you, your kindness and your sweetheart.
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My sincere condolences go out to the family of Minister Bonnie Goolsby! Praying 🤲 for strength for the family during this difficult time. Gone but not forgotten. RIH Minister Goolsby 🙏
My condolences to family one favorite minister
My condolences to the family sorry for your loss.
My heart is truly heavy. Minister Bonnie was one of the purest souls I've ever encountered — full of love, grace, and genuine kindness. She had a way of making everyone feel seen and valued, and her presence brought light wherever she went. I'm so grateful to have known her, and her memory will forever live on in the hearts of everyone she touched.
Sending you love, strength, and comfort during this difficult time. I'm praying for God's peace and comfort to surround you all. - Deidre Hairston
Miracle and I will always love Ma Bonnie she was a very beautiful God-fearing woman, and she met no strangers. She had a heart of gold and a beautiful smile, and it hurts my heart to know that she is no longer here with us, but God saw the best in her and he took her home we see in love and prayers to Taneisha and family
Worked at Sam's club with Minister Goolsby . Bonnie was one of the demo ladies ,always so nice to the Gas shack to me . Shock total Ms. Donna help clue me in . And take it anyway you want ,she knew the score at Sam's . Gonna miss that Lady ,Peace be with you . Reverend Bonnie Gaye Goolsby .
Praying for Family🙏🏽❤️
Prayers to the family.
Sending prayers to you and your family 🙏
In your time of deepest need, the grace of God is a refuge like no other. Praying that the Lord will hold you in His loving arms and comfort you with His peace that passes all understanding. May He grant you strength to face each day and wisdom for everything else. May you be surrounded with caring people to support you during this difficult time.
With heartfelt condolences and prayers Dr. Gail Berry GMBC Bereavement Ministry
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