Category Archives: Obituaries

Justin Allan Crosby

Justin Allan Crosby

July 2, 2025, 36, Goldsboro — With Sincere compassion and sympathy, we, the Staff and Management of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors and Cremations, join with the Crosby and connected families to announce the earthly departure of Mr. Justin Allan Crosby, 36, of Goldsboro, NC.read more »

Peggy Ann (Waters) Hester

Peggy Ann (Waters) Hester

 July 8, 2025, 88, Goldsboro —- Peggy Ann Waters Hester, age 88, of Mount Olive, passed away Monday July 8, 2025 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. Born in the Whiteflash Community of Duplin County, she was the daughter of the late Ben and Polly Waters and wife of the late Eddie “Louie” Hester. She was…read more »

Joyce (Hargrove) Fariss

Joyce (Hargrove) Fariss

July 6, 2025, 66, Goldsboro — Joyce H. Fariss, age 66, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025 at Mt. Olive Center. Born in Wayne County, she was the daughter of Maelina Rae Winders Kearney and the late Carl Liston Hargrove. She was employed with Firestone in Wilson. A Graveside Service to celebrate her life will…read more »

Mary Jane (French) McRight

Mary Jane (French) McRight

July 2, 2025, 90, Goldsboro — Mary Jane McRight, age 90, passed away Wednesday morning Willow Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Born in Glens Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Ralph W. French and Dorothy G. Issacc French. She was the wife of the late Douglas Reginald McRight. A Graveside Service will…read more »

Tanyia Marie Anderson

Tanyia Marie Anderson

 July 6, 2025, 69, Goldsboro — Tanyia Marie Anderson, a devoted wife, faithful servant, and hardworking soul, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and quiet strength. Born May 20, 1956 in Valdosta GA to the late Jack and Joyce Marie Moore, Tanyia was rooted in family and faith from the beginning.…read more »

Grace Rouse Bennett

Grace Rouse Bennett

July 4, 2025, 104, Goldsboro — Grace Rouse Bennett, age 104, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord after a long and fruitful life. Born on March 7, 1921, in Lenoir County, she was the daughter of the late Frank Edward Rouse and Susie Mae Taylor Rouse. In addition to her parents, she was…read more »

Maverick Matthew Knoll

Maverick Matthew Knoll

July 4, 2025, 7, Goldsboro — Maverick Matthew Knoll, 7, passed away unexpectedly on July 4, 2025, leaving behind a trail of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Born in Johnston County on December 12, 2017, he was the son of Eric Knoll and Brianna Champion Knoll. In addition to his parents, Maverick is survived by…read more »

Jeffrey Lane Wells

Jeffrey Lane Wells

July 4, 2025, 65, Goldsboro — On Friday, July 4, 2025, Jeffrey Lane Wells hung up his hat and headed home to glory, passing away peacefully at the age of 65. Born and raised in Wayne County, Jeff was the son of Eugene Gordon Wells and the late Glenda Lane Wells Yeomans—a true son of…read more »

Ann Grady Fisher

Ann Grady Fisher

 July 2, 2025, 81, Goldsboro — Ann Grady Fisher, 81, peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior who she loved and adored on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at her home, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born in Wayne County on June 2, 1944, Ann was the daughter of…read more »

Karen Lynn Hatcher

Karen Lynn Hatcher

July 2, 2025, 67, Goldsboro — Karen Lynn McNeill Hatcher, 67, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the home. Born in Forsyth County on November 5, 1957, she was daughter to the late Wayne McNeill and Polly Holt McNeill. Karen is survived by her husband, Anthony Jay Hatcher; step-daughter, Christy Carter and…read more »

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