OBITUARIES
Billy Ray Wheeler
Mar 2, 2025
Mr. Billy Ray Wheeler, age 75, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, NC, surrounded by his loving family. Graveside Funeral Services will be 10:00AM-Thursday, March 6, 2025 at Roselawn Cemetery in Benson, NC. Rev. Wesley Taylor will officiate.
Mr. Wheeler was born on November 29, 1949 in Harnett County, NC to the late...
Dixie Thornton Barbour
Mar 1, 2025
Dixie Thornton Barbour passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2025 with her sister, Linda Reardon by her side. Dixie was born on October 31, 1943 in Wayne County to Frank Norwood Thornton and Ruth Lee Thornton. After graduating from Hobbton High School, she married the love of her life, Eugene (Gene) Barbour. They shared a wonderful life together for 58...
Joseph Richard Hagan
Mar 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts we share with you that Joe went home to his Heavenly Father on March 1, 2025 in his home with his wife of 10 years by his side and holding his hand. Joe was a Vietnam Marine Veteran. He retired as Funeral Director from Wrenn, Clarke, & Hagan Funeral Home in Roanoke Rapids, NC.
Joe is...
Linda Byrd Williams
Feb 28, 2025
Linda Byrd Williams, 87, of Dunn, died Thursday, February 27, 2025, at The Carrolton of Dunn. After years of struggles with debilitating health issues, Linda transitioned into peace with her passing.
Born January 1, 1938, into the large family of Cosby and Naomi Jones Byrd, Linda was the youngest of ten children. The Byrd family lived on their farm outside of...
David Eugene Lee
Feb 28, 2025
Meadow, NC: Mr. David Eugene Lee, age 89 of Meadowbrook Road passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025 at his home. Funeral Services will be 2:00PM Monday, March 3, 2025 at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Benson. Officiating will be Dr. Robert Cooke. Burial will follow in Roselawn Cemetery in Benson.
Mr. Lee was born on January 28,...
Mildred Langdon Lee
Feb 26, 2025
Benson, NC: Mrs. Mildred Belle Langdon Lee, age 93, of Morris Avenue passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Springbrook Nursing and Rehabilitation in Clayton. Funeral Services will be held-3:00 PM Sunday, March 2, 2025 at Rose and Graham Funeral Chapel in Benson. Officiating will be her son, Rev. David H. Lee, Jr. Burial will follow in Williams Family...
Elbert Gerald Ryals
Feb 24, 2025
Clayton, NC: Mr. Elbert Gerald Ryals, age 79 of Cardinal Drive passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025 at UNC Johnston Health in Smithfield surrounded by his family. Funeral Services will be 2:00PM Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Benson. Officiating will be Revs. Will Kelly, Billy Bowling, and Louis Parker. Burial will...
John Taylor “J.T.” Tyer
Feb 23, 2025
Lillington, NC: Mr. John Taylor “J.T.” Tyer, age 63, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00pm, Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 10437 Green Path Rd. Dunn, NC 28334. Rev. Adam Roberts will officiate.
J.T. was born on March 20, 1961 in Florida, to the late George Taylor Tyer and Erma Jean Hickman Tyer. He...
Keith Earl Strickland
Feb 21, 2025
Newton Grove, NC: Mr. Keith Earl Strickland, age 63 of Almon Road passed away on Friday, February 21, 2025 at UNC Johnston Health in Smithfield surrounded by his family. Graveside Funeral Services will be 11:00AM Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in the Hills of the Neuse Memory Gardens in Smithfield. Officiating will be Rev. Freddy Langston.
Keith was born on November 1,...
Johnny Ray Allen
Feb 20, 2025
Johnny Ray Allen, born on May 19, 1946, in Johnston County, left this world on February 20, 2025, at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, surrounded by his loved ones. He was a beloved figure, known not just for his hands-on skills but also for his generous spirit and unwavering faith.
In his early years, Johnny found fulfillment as a farmer, cultivating...
Cheryl Marie Jones
Feb 19, 2025
Cheryl Marie Jones, a beloved soul who touched the lives of many, passed away on February 19, 2025, at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, NC. Born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, on September 27, 1953, Cheryl was known for her caring nature and easy-going spirit. She built a life rooted in love, kindness, and a deep commitment to those around...
Lois Harrell
Feb 19, 2025
Lois Harrell, age 84, of Benson, NC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 after a short battle with an extremely aggressive form of cancer. Born on the 22nd of May, 1940 in Broadhead, Kentucky to Carter and Marie Sutton. Lois loved and enjoyed gardening, particularly her flowers. And man, she could make anything grow! She would can and...
Elizabeth Doreen Lee
Feb 17, 2025
Elizabeth Doreen Lee, a beloved mother, wife, and friend, passed away on February 17, 2025, at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, North Carolina, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 5, 1964, in Granville County, North Carolina, Elizabeth was a remarkable woman whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.
For a significant part of her life, Elizabeth...
James Doland Lucus
Feb 17, 2025
James Doland Lucus, affectionately known to friends and family as “Buster,” passed away on February 17, 2025, at Wake Medical Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 9, 1949, in Harnett County, he led a life filled with kindness, generosity, and devotion to those he loved.
James dedicated his career to the electronic industry, retiring as a Purchasing Agent...
Haywood Bart Stewart
Feb 16, 2025
Angier, NC: Mr. Haywood Bart Stewart, age 56, of Massengill Pond Road passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at his residence with his family by his side.
Mr. Stewart was born on September 21, 1968 in Wake County to the late Haywood Franklin and Lena McLamb Stewart. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, J.T....
Judith Ann McLean Daniel
Feb 16, 2025
Coats, NC: Mrs. Judith Ann McLean Daniel, age 81, of Coats passed away on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at Autumn Care in Raeford. Funeral Services will be held-11:00 AM Friday, February 28, 2025 at Friendship Free Will Baptist Church in Coats. Rev. Dr. Johnny Sexton will officiate. Burial will follow in Lakeside Memorial Gardens in Angier.
Mrs. Daniel was born on...
Elgie McLamb Ellis Raynor
Feb 15, 2025
Mrs. Elgie McLamb Ellis Raynor, age 89, passed away, surrounded by the love of grandchildren, on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at Piedmont Crossing Nursing Center in Thomasville, NC, where she was welcomed into the arms of the Lord.
Mrs. Raynor was born on September 18, 1935, in Johnston County, NC, to the late L.F. “Lonnie” McLamb and Lula Johnson McLamb. In...
William "Nicky" Nicholas Coats
Feb 15, 2025
Benson, NC: William "Nicky" Nicholas Coats, a cherished member of his community and dedicated educator, passed away on February 15, 2025, at Carrolton of Dunn. Born on January 28, 1960, in Wake County, North Carolina, Nicky's life was one filled with laughter, history, and love. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM at...
Stephen Ellis Tidd
Feb 15, 2025
With humble acceptance of God’s will, Stephen Ellis Tidd, of Coats, NC, formerly of Swanton, VT, passed peacefully at home with his family and friends by his side on February 15, 2025. He was born in Edinburg, TX on September 11, 1954 to Russell Ellis and Elizabeth Southwick Robinson Tidd. With his father having served as a patrol inspector with...
Francisco Augustin Collao
Feb 14, 2025
Four Oaks, NC: Mr. Francisco Augustin Collao, age 60, of NC-96 South passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025 at his residence.
Mr. Collao was born on September 17, 1964 in Dade County, Florida to the late Carlos A. Collao and Lourdes Isabel Prescott. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Peto Collao. Mr. Collao was...
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