Mrs. Vanessa Denise Inman Raiford was destined to make a difference in the lives of others. She was born to John and Mary Epps on March 4, 1971 in Winston-Salem, NC. Through the years, she fulfilled her mission of service to others and passed away on June 11, 2024.

Vanessa was a graduate of Reynolds High School. She furthered her education by attending ECPI in Charlotte, North Carolina and earning her degree in Nursing. Utilizing her training, she was employed by Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center; and several other medical facilities.

As a child, she grew up as a member of Saint Mark Baptist Church, and participated in many activities. As an adult, she continued to be active and was a proud member of the Ministers Wives Club. More recently, she was a member of Life on Lexington Church. Vanessa enjoyed embracing the many people whose paths she crossed, always leaving a lasting impression

She was preceded in death by her brother, John Cook.

Vanessa leaves behind to cherish her memory: her husband and partner in the ministry, Joe Raiford; three children, Darryl (Whitney) Cook, Perry (Chamanda) Murphy, Jr., and Deandre Inman; grandchildren: Petton Murphy, Perrish Murphy, DeKari Douglas, Carter Lynn, Myasia Cheeseboro, and William Cheeseboro, Jr.; her parents, John and Mary Epps; and a host of other relatives and friends.

There will be no public viewing for Mrs. Raiford. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 PM, Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in the chapel of Clark S. Brown & Sons Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at 11:00 AM.