Recent Obituaries

Jan 5, 2021

DURHAM- Mr. Howard Lee Hodge, 69, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021.

Mr. Hodge was born September 16, 1951 to the late Howard and Bula Hodge in Bluefield, WV. He enjoyed camping, fishing and working on cars. Mr. Hodge will be remembered as a loving and devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.

Mr. Hodge was preceded in death by wife,...

Jan 4, 2021

A private graveside service will be held at Judea Reform Congregation Cemetery.

Jan 2, 2021

DUNN, NC- Dan Ward Fletcher, 85, passed away on January 2, 2021.

Mr. Fletcher was born on September 3, 1935 to Walter and Mary Fletcher in Durham, NC. Dan worked at Metalcraft Fabricating Company in Durham for most of his adult life eventually becoming a part owner with his three brothers. After taking early retirement and moving to Oriental, NC,...

Jan 1, 2021

HILLSBOROUGH- Mr. William “Chip” Horace Ward, Jr., 63, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 at his home.

Mr. Ward was born April 15, 1957 to the late William and Ruth Ward in Durham, NC. He loved his family and friends. Mr. Ward will be remembered as a loving and devoted husband and friend.

Mr. Ward is preceded by his parents,...

Jan 1, 2021

DURHAM – Ms. Christy Louise Morgan, 36, passed away on Friday, January 1, 2021.

Ms. Morgan was born on February 23, 1984 to Reid and Patsy Morgan in Durham, NC. She attended Southern High School and graduated in 2002. Afterwards, she attended Vance-Granville Community College. Christy made her career as an office manager, where she displayed her strong organizational and...

Dec 31, 2020

Arrangements are being handled by Jenkins Funeral Home, 4081 Startown Road, Newton, NC 28658

Dec 31, 2020

ROUGEMONT- Mr.Robert Ronald Minter, 84, died at Duke Regional Hospital on December 31, 2020. He was the son of the late Ivan and Genevieve Minter of Wyoming. Bob was a graduate of South Dakota School of Mines and Technology with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He was quality control manager at Eaton Corporation, GKN Automotive, and Tecumseh Products Company. Most...

Dec 29, 2020

Dec 29, 2020

DURHAM- Katie JoAnne Howell, 65, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020.

Ms. Howell was born on October 31, 1955 to C.F. and Blanche Howell in Wilson County, NC. She worked at Durham Exchange Club Industries for several years and then worked at Papa John’s Pizza putting boxes together. Katie loved stuffed animals, especially bears, and enjoyed listening to audio...

Dec 29, 2020

RALEIGH- Mr. John Thomas Johnston, 89, passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020.

Mr. Johnston was born on December 7, 1931 to John and Barbara Johnston in Pittsburgh, PA. John proudly served his country in the United States Army serving two tours in Korea. He enjoyed working in his garden and reading. Mr. Thomas was a very generous man and...

Dec 28, 2020

OXFORD- Mrs. Marsha Currin Dixon, 72, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020.

Mrs. Dixon was born on February 14, 1948 to James and Amy Currin in Granville County, NC. Marsha worked for 3 years at Way Restaurant in Oxford and was a member of The Bible Believers Full Gospel Church. She enjoyed making jewelry and spending time with her...

Dec 28, 2020

DURHAM- Setrina Rose Ange, 39, passed away on Monday, December 28, 2020.

Ms. Ange was born on June 23, 1981 to Gerald and Sylvia Ange in Durham, NC. She worked for Strawbridge Studios for 20 years, she was a hard worker and enjoyed her time there. Setrina enjoyed collectibles, such as Minions, Glassware, and frog figurines. She loved spending time...

Dec 27, 2020

CREEDMOOR- Mr. Billy Woodrow Williams, 84, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020.

Mr. Williams was born on December 12, 1936 to Woodrow and Mary Lee Williams in Harnett County, NC. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He served in the United States Navy for 8 years, touring the world during his early years.  He went on...

Dec 27, 2020

Robert (Bob) Joseph Loth, 89, of Wheeling, WV passed away on December 27, 2020. Bob was born on January 23, 1931 to Andrew and Magdaline (Schreiner) Loth. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Bertha Ann (Beltz), 2 daughters, Jean Ann Wear of Durham, NC and Joan and Rick Purdy of Richmond, VA; 3 grandsons, Sean Wear, Aaron...

Dec 26, 2020

Arrangements are being handled by Robinson Funeral Home in Delaware, OH.

Dec 25, 2020

CREEDMOOR- Mrs. Ruby Lavanda Brinkley Roberts, 84, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020.

Mrs. Roberts was born on October 1, 1936 to the late William and Ruby Brinkley in Durham, NC. She worked as secretary at Murdoch Development Center. Ruby will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

Mrs. Roberts is survived by her husband, John Roberts;...

Dec 25, 2020

DURHAM-Mr. Stephen Junior Street, 84, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020.

Mr. Street was born on February 19, 1936 to Stephen and Katie Street in Sampson County, NC. He retired from Duke Power where he worked for 12 years and loved his job as bus driver. Stephen enjoyed life, spending time with his great-grandchild and playing bingo with his...

Dec 25, 2020

DURHAM- Mr. William Javier Lobo Matute, 17, passed away on Thursday, December 25th, 2020 at 12:30 a.m.

Mr. Lobo Matute was born on October 29, 2003 to Doris Lobo-Matute in Honduras.

He enjoyed playing soccer, Play Station, music, and cars. William spent his time with Family and Friends.

Mr. Lobo-Matute, is survived by his mom, Doris Lobo-Matute, his brother, Lester...

Dec 23, 2020

DURHAM- Mr. William Henry Harris, 73, of Durham, passed away on Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020.

Mr. Harris was a native and lifelong resident of Durham, the son of the late John Wesley Harris and Fannie Mae Mobley Harris. He retired from Duke Power Company. He played softball with his brothers and close friends for many years.  He was known as...

Dec 22, 2020

DURHAM – Mrs. Doris Wilkins Leonard, 66, entered the gates of Heaven on December 22, 2020, surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Leonard was born March 16, 1954 to Clarence and Mary Wilkins in Durham, NC.  She worked for the Durham Public School system for over 20 years and loved mentoring children and helping them achieve their goals.  Doris will be...