Thad Williams Peoples

Thad Williams Peoples obituary, Winston-Salem, NC

Thad Williams Peoples

Thad Peoples Obituary

Visit the Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home Silas Creek Chapel - Winston-Salem website to view the full obituary.

Thad W, Peoples, passed away and entered the Gates of Heaven and was reunited with his father, Theodore, and his brother, Ted, on Sunday evening, December 14, 2025.born on August 2, 1974 in Winston Salem, NC, passed away on December 14, 2025, at the age of 51.

Thad was born on August 2, 1974 in Forsyth county to the late Theodore Peoples and Wanda Stearns. Thad was a devoted husband, family man, coach, teacher, volunteer, and always there for anyone who needed him. His selfless nature and kind spirit were like no other and will be greatly missed. 

He is loved by his devoted wife of 17 years, Stefanie, and his devoted children: Kieran, Tristan, Tyson, and Lennox Peoples, Sandra McCarthy (Dan), and Sophia Hines. Also surviving are his grandchildren to whom he was a loving grandpa, Maisie and Charlie McCarthy; his loving sisters, Denise Fulton (George), Monique Peoples (Eddie), April Weber (Dave), and Wynona Dennis; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, friends and family.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 PM on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel, with Rev. Steve Williams officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. 

Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel is assisting the family. 

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Hayworth-Miller Funeral Home Silas Creek Chapel - Winston-Salem

3315 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27103

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