February 6, 2025, 69, Coats — Elder Debra Smith Wilson, 69, went to her heavenly home Thursday, February 6, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Wilson was born in Wayne County on April 25, 1955. She was a member of Eleven Hour Ministry in Dunn. She leaves to cherish her memories her loving husband,…… read more »
Category Archives: Obituaries
Debra Smith Wilson
John Edgar Kennedy
February 3, 2025, 57, Goldsboro — John Edgar Kennedy, 57, from Goldsboro, NC, passed away peacefully on 2/3/25, surrounded by his loving family. John was a true jack of all trades, with a special knack for carpentry—if you could dream it, he could build it! Even the most skilled craftsmen know the importance of slowing…… read more »
Carl Ross Dever
February 1, 2025, 87, Goldsboro — Carl Ross Dever, 87, of Goldsboro passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025 at his home. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the chapel of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro. Mr. Dever was born in West Virginia on November 26,…… read more »
Ernestine Uzzell
January 31, 2025, 83, Durham — Ernestine Uzzell, 83, departed this walk of life, Friday, January 31, 2025, at Rose Manor Health & Rehabilitation in Durham. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.… read more »
Jeryll O’Teria Dortch Mitchell
January 30, 2025, 33, Goldsboro — Jeryll O’Teria Dortch Mitchell, affectionally called “Teria” by family and “OT” by colleagues and classmates, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Viewing will be Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 4 until 6 p.m. at Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro. Homegoing service will be held…… read more »
Joseph Conrad Cerny
January 30, 2025, 47, Goldsboro — Joseph Conrad Cerny, 47, was born in Goldsboro, NC to the late William Peter Cerny and survived by Gay Cerny of Goldsboro, NC. Joe was the owner and operator of a home renovation company and was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. Joe is survived…… read more »
Rosemary Robinson Singleton
January 29, 2025, 74, Goldsboro — Rosemary Robinson Singleton, 74, of Luther Drive, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the Kitty Askins Hospice Center. She was born on August 25, 1950, in Wayne County, she was the beloved daughter of Clarence and Mary Bell Foreman Robinson, Sr. Rosemary dedicated her life to…… read more »
James Leon Fowler
January 24, 2025, 57, Norfolk, VA — James Leon Fowler, 57, of Norfolk, VA formerly of Goldsboro died Friday in Norfolk. He was born on July 18, 1967 to James Leon Fowler, Sr. and Charlene Fowler Richardson. Funeral Services will be held Thursday at 1 PM at the Church of God and True Holiness. Burial…… read more »
Kwame M. Hairston
January 20, 2025, 35, Goldsboro — Kwame M. Hairston, 35, from Goldsboro, NC, passed away on Monday. He was born on May 20, 1989, in Wilson County to Tilwaner King and Sabrina Hairston Hussey (Chris). He is survived by his wife, Shaquana Leach Hairston, along with his children. Funeral services are scheduled for Friday at…… read more »
Edward N. Cooper
January 13, 2025, 64, Raleigh — Edward N. Cooper, 64, of Raleigh passed away on Monday at The Carrolton of Williamston, Williamston, NC. Edward Nathaniel Cooper, affectionately known to friends and family as “Noot,” was born on November 5, 1960, in Greenville, North Carolina, to the loving union of Nathaniel and Molly Ann Cooper. Noot was…… read more »
