Recent Obituaries
DeWitt Rice, Jr
Jan 5, 2025
DeWitt T. Rice, Jr., 87, of Durham, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025. He was born in Durham, NC at Watts Hospital on September 14, 1937, to the late DeWitt Rice, Sr. and Pansy Roberson Rice.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his loving wife, Edna Brock Rice.
Mr. Rice worked for...
Boyd Jacobs
Jan 4, 2025
Charles “Boyd” Jacobs
Charles Boyd Jacobs; 84; a beloved and cherished father, husband, grandfather and great-grandfather entered the kingdom of heaven on January 4, 2025. He departed from his home in Roxboro, NC, peacefully, surrounded by his family. Boyd’s life revolved around his family and his friends that he loved so deeply.
He dedicated his life to providing joy for those he...
Gladys Stallings Young
Jan 3, 2025
Gladys Stallings Young, 93, passed away on January 3, 2025, in Eno Pointe Assisted Living.
Mrs. Young was born July 20, 1931, to the late Mable Ray and Clarence Marco Stallings in Durham, NC. She worked as an Accountant in the Hotel Industry before retiring.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Young is preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd L. Young;...
Barry Allan Katz
Jan 3, 2025
Barry Allan Katz 3-16-44 1-3-25
Beloved husband of Belinda Novik, devoted father of Noah Novik Katz, 50 year friend of Paul Gabrielson, good neighbor, and mentor. Barry died quietly at home from a long illness with a rare spinal infection. He will be missed by all for his intelligence, willingness to help, dedication to his family and principles, and basic decency.
He...
Dorothy Oakley Stephenson
Jan 1, 2025
Dorothy “Dot” Oakley Stephenson, age 85, of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Born on August 28, 1939, in Durham, North Carolina, she was a daughter of the late Dolphus and Lena Oakley.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 67 years, Larry Stephenson; son, Rodney Stephenson; grandson,...
Barbara Lynch Asbury
Jan 1, 2025
Barbara Lynch Asbury, 75, passed away January 1, 2025, at Duke Hospital.
Mrs. Asbury was born December 25, 1950, to the late Lenore Ruzicci Lynch and George Lynch in Bluefield WV. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Wilmington, N.C. Barbara loved spending time with family, listening and dancing to beach music, cooking, and teaching water aerobics.
In addition...
John Calhoun Marlowe, Jr.
Jan 1, 2025
John Calhoun Marlowe, Jr. of Durham, North Carolina passed away peacefully on January 1st, 2025, after a brief stay at Duke Medical Center. A wonderful husband of 70 years to Emma Jean Crabtree Marlowe (the absolute love of his life). He was father to 3 sons (John, Mike, Doug), father-in-law (ilknur/Mike and Camille/Doug). John was born in Sumter, SC on...
Aureliano Ramos
Dec 31, 2024
Aureliano Ramos, 89, of Durham, North Carolina peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. He was born in El Salvador on June 25, 1935, to the late Gregorio and Secundina Ramos.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 8 siblings.
Mr. Ramos was a Mason for many years in El Salvador where he built beautiful new homes....
Jonathan Lynn Blancett
Dec 30, 2024
Jonathan Lynn Blancett, 43, of Durham, NC, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024, at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill.
Born on March 29, 1981, in Wake County, NC, Jonathan was the beloved son of Carolyn Blancett, who survives him, and the late John Chavis.
Jonathan is survived by his son, Brandon Minor, and daughter, Janiya Blancett, both of Durham, NC. He...
Michael W. Wood
Dec 29, 2024
Michael W. Wood, 67, of Creedmoor, North Carolina passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. He was born in Durham, NC on October 28, 1957, to the late Leslie and Mary Edith Wood.
Mr. Wood proudly served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant. Michael worked for many years at MetLife where he was...
Willard Wells Brantley
Dec 26, 2024
Willard "Billy" Wells Brantley, 62, of Durham, NC, passed away at his home "the bunk house" Thursday, December 26th, 2024.
Mr. Brantley was born in Alamance County on September 26th, 1962, to the late Willard "Bill" E. and Barbara Small Brantley.
Mr. Brantley is survived by his son Brandon W. Brantley and fiancé Scotty Hughes Jr. of Clayton, NC; grandchildren Gresham and...
Ted William Fox
Dec 25, 2024
Ted William Fox, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and Vietnam War veteran, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on September 25, 1951, in Roxboro, North Carolina, Ted lived a life defined by service, love and strength, leaving a lasting legacy for his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
The...
Mary Judith Skinner
Dec 23, 2024
Mary Judith “Judy” Skinner, 69, of Henderson, NC, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024, at Maria Parham Hospital.
Born August 29, 1955, in Durham, NC. Judy was the daughter of the late Dewey D. Skinner and Mildred Chambers Skinner. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Marshall L. Skinner and her sister, Linda Barrier.
Judy will be lovingly...
Eloise Owens Smith
Dec 18, 2024
Eloise Owens Smith, 81, of Durham, passed away Wednesday December 18, 2024, at Wake Medical Center.
Mrs. Smith was born January 26, 1943, in New Hanover County, North Carolina to the late Burley Floyd Owens and Leone Prevatt Owens.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son James Ray Smith; brother, Floyd Owens; and sister, Betty Jo...
Sandra Nell Morris
Dec 14, 2024
Sandra Nell Morris, 72, of Durham, North Carolina, peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, December 14, 2024. She was born on September 8, 1952 in Johnston County, North Carolina to the late Fred and Barbara Peedin.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband of over 50 years, Jerry Morris, Sr.; son,...
Virginia Ann Wall
Dec 13, 2024
Virginia Ann Wall, 86, of Surf City, North Carolina, peacefully passed away at home on Friday, December 13, 2024. She was born in Durham, NC on September 12, 1938, to the late Rand and Virginia Wall.
In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Dobby Wall. Ms. Wall is survived by her brother, Al Wall...
Mable "Alma" Turner Bridges
Dec 9, 2024
Mable “Alma” Turner Bridges, 79, of Durham, North Carolina passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024. She was born to the late Thomas Guy and Clydie Dillard Turner.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia Dawn Bridges and her sisters, Frances, Doris, Joanne, Alice and Betty “Shorty”.
Ms. Bridges retired from Litho Industries as a...
Llois "MeMe" Blacksher
Dec 8, 2024
Llois Laverne “MeMe” Blacksher, 88 of Durham and Hillsborough, North Carolina passed away Sunday December 8, 2024, at Peak Resources Brookshire.
MeMe was born March 9, 1936, daughter of the late Lloyd Charles Johnston and Jessie Mae Shuler Johnston in San Antonio, Texas.
While Llois worked for many years as an accountant in the airline food service and industrial paint settings, her...
Austin Albert Arnold
Dec 8, 2024
Austin Albert Arnold, 60, of Creedmoor, NC passed away Sunday December 8, 2024, at his home.
Mr. Arnold was born August 31, 1964, in Durham, NC, son of the late Vester Ray Arnold and Clara Tilley Aycock who survives him.
In addition to his father Austin is preceded in death by brothers Delbott Arnold and Donald Arnold.
Austin was the proud grandfather of...
James David Yarbrough
Dec 7, 2024
Mr. James “Tom” Yarbrough, 85 passed away December 7,2024 in Louisburg, North Carolina.
Tom was born February 17,1939 to the late Emma Yarbrough in Sanford North Carolina. Tom was preceded in death by his wife Betty, his son David, and his mother Emma. Tom is survived by his daughter Tina Y. Barham (Steve); Grandson Adam Yarbrough (Kelika); Granddaughter Heather Yarbrough: and...
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