Recent Obituaries
Gloria Spaulding Hill
Oct 11, 2023
The family of Gloria Wynella Spaulding Hill is saddened to announce her passing on October 11, 2023 at the age of 94 years.
Gloria was born in Durham, NC on March 25, 1929, graduated from Hillside High School, Class of '47 and was a proud member of White Rock Baptist Church. She always looked forward to their regular visitations during...
Sherra MacDonald Cole
Oct 11, 2023
Sherra MacDonald Cole
Oct 11, 2023
Sherra MacDonald Cole passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at ECU Health in Greenville, NC. Sherra was born in Stanly County to the late Kenneth Maxell MacDonald and Elaine Story Smith.
During Sherra’s younger working years, she was employed by Liggett and Myers Tobacco Company, Bristol Myers and Bio Merieux, Inc.
Sherra...
Charlie Hockaday
Oct 9, 2023
Mr. Charlie Hockaday, 98, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023, at Hock Family Pavilion.
Charlie was born September 25, 1925, in Four Oaks, NC to the late Joseph Carson Hockaday and Mary Etta Creech Hockaday. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Vera Christine Chisenhall Hockaday, and daughter, Judy Gail Hockaday.
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Gene Thomas Jenkins
Oct 8, 2023
Gene Thomas Jenkins, 87, born July 31, 1936, in Chatham County, NC to Thomas Glenn Jenkins and Terressa Milligan Jenkins, passed away October 8, 2023.
Gene was known as the “Collard Man” in Durham County for over 50 years. He was the owner of Gene Jenkins Loader and Backhoe Service for over 40 years before retiring in 2005 to pursue...
Josephine "Josie" Patricia Haigh
Oct 7, 2023
Written by: Josie's parents, Kristine and Michael Haigh
Our sweet daughter Josie was born 16 weeks early, at 24 weeks and 1 day. She was our miracle, starting her first hours of life with a helicopter ride from Rex to UNC. It was an adventure and a roller coaster ride for her and for all of us from the moment...
Lois Marie Hall Terry
Oct 5, 2023
DURHAM COUNTY – Lois Marie Hall Terry was born in Durham, North Carolina, on September 4, 1930, and passed away at a nursing home in Lincolnton, North Carolina, on October 5, 2023, after an extended illness. She is the daughter of the late Haywood Martin Hall and Mary Elizabeth (Hough) Hall from Durham, and has one surviving sister, Lucille...
Linda Boyd
Oct 4, 2023
Linda Rose Boyd, 81, of Durham, North Carolina peacefully passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. She was born to the late Orvis and Evelyn Edmondson. At a young age Mr. Edmondson was killed proudly serving his country in World War II at The Battle of the Bulge. From there Alston Wynne...
Norma Respicio Pascual
Oct 2, 2023
Norma Respicio Pascual, 76, of Durham, North Carolina peacefully passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023. She was born on May 25, 1947 in the Philippines to the late Pedro and Benigna Pascual.
Ms. Pascual was a great, loving and caring woman. She shared this with not only her family but also as a Caregiver in Home Healthcare for...
Sue Evans Edwards
Sep 28, 2023
We are sad to announce Mrs. Margaret “Sue” Evans Edwards, 82, passed away September 28, 2023.
Sue was born February 20, 1941, in Wake County, to the late Woodrow Wilson Evans and Dovie Marks Evans. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert Evans, Edward Evans, and Johnny Evans.
Sue’s unwavering devotion to her...
Sarah Jean Fisher
Sep 23, 2023
Mrs. Sarah Jean Fisher, 42, passed away September 23, 2023.
Sarah was born October 4, 1980, in Solano County, CA to Donald Louis Ray and Gina Proctor Puckett.
Sarah loved her family and close circle of friends. She had the brightest smile and an infectious laugh that spread to everyone around her. Sarah will be remembered as a loving wife,...
David "Dave" Hartless
Sep 21, 2023
David “Dave” Hartless, 71, of Durham, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023. He was born October 24, 1951, in Montgomery County, Virginia to the late Robert Hartless, Sr. and Sylvia Hartless.
Mr. Hartless was a detailed oriented man who worked as a tool and dye maker for many years. In his younger years David enjoyed sports,...
Leroy Maxwell May
Sep 21, 2023
Leroy Maxwell May, 92, of Durham, North Carolina peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023. He was born on May 6, 1931 in Providence, Kentucky to the late Leonard and Vaden Pate May.
Mr. May earned his Master’s degree from the University of Colorado. He proudly served in the U.S. Army 1948 to 1950 in New Mexico. Leroy worked...
Adel Nikolsky
Sep 18, 2023
A Graveside service will be held 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 22, 2023 at Durham Hebrew Cemetery. Officiating will be Rabbi Daniel Greyber. A full obituary to follow.
Clayton Hjalmer "Clay" Pederson, Sr.
Sep 16, 2023
Clayton “Clay” Pederson Sr. passed away on Saturday Sept 16th just 3 weeks shy of his 80th birthday.
Clay grew up in Colorado splitting time in North Dakota as well as Mississippi. He attended the University of Colorado where he played football and Ole Miss.
Clay Sr. was an Army Captain, Green Beret and a highly decorated Vietnam veteran, these...
Linda Ferrell
Sep 15, 2023
Linda Ferrell of Timberlake, North Carolina was called home to be with the Lord on September 15, 2023, after a lengthy illness, surrounded by her family. She was a devoted wife and mother, who also worked outside the home. She retired from American Tobacco Company while in Reidsville, North Carolina, and worked at Burlington & Whitaker Mills prior to that. ...
Jon Fish
Sep 15, 2023
Jon Franklin Fish, 51, of Durham passed away Thursday, September 15, 2023.
Jon was born July 8, 1972, in Durham to Benjamin Franklin Fish and Betsy Merle Carlton. He was preceded in death by his father, Benjamin Fish.
Mr. Fish enjoyed racing cars at Orange County Speedway & Motor cross. He enjoyed spending time with his racing family. Jon loved...
Jack Dempsey Rogers
Sep 14, 2023
Jack Dempsey Rogers, 103, of Durham passed away Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Croasdaile Village.
Jack was born March 10, 1920, in Durham to the late Robert Connie and Melissa Gaynus Rogers. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his wife, Juanita Ricks Rogers; sisters, Katherine Boyer, Vila “Billie” Mayhew, Katie Swaim, and Dorothy Bishop; brothers William “Buddy”...
Carolyn Cash Ray
Sep 13, 2023
Mrs. Carolyn Cash Ray, 75, of Fuquay-Varina, formerly of Creedmoor, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC.
Carolyn was born June 3, 1948, in Durham to the late John and Ethel Rigsbee Cash.
Carolyn was a homemaker and a Nannie, taking care of many children in her community over the years. She enjoyed crocheting...
Glenda Jean Payne
Sep 8, 2023
Glenda Jean Payne of Durham, NC, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Friday September 8th 2023.
She is survived by her children Ashley & Dustin Carnell, Angel Payne Joseph & Brooke Payne. She had 6 grandchildren, Trinity & Kaylin Mangum, Isabella & Darren Carnell, Ryyder Payne, and Adalynn Carnell that she loved more than life itself. She was the most loving...
Shirlyon "Wayne" Johnson
Sep 8, 2023
Shirlyon “Wayne” Johnson, 72, of Durham, North Carolina passed away suddenly on Friday, September 8, 2023, at his home. He was born on October 7, 1950, to the late Woodrow Wilson Johnson and Sallie Louise Elliott Johnson.
Wayne is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Woodrow Wiley Johnson, and sister; Peggy Johnson May.
Wayne is survived by his...
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