November 26, 2024, 70, Goldsboro — Claudie Royce Gray, 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center surrounded by his family. Royce was born in Wayne County to the late Roy and Willa Gray on February 28, 1954. After graduation, Royce worked with R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company and Wayne…… read more »
November 26, 2024, 87, Goldsboro — Years of faith became sight as William Duncan Garner, Jr., 87, was welcomed to life eternal on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home, Bill closed his eyes to this world and opened them in the presence of his Master, hearing…… read more »
November 23, 2024, 82, Pikeville — Roy Howard Black, 82, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at WakeMed in Raleigh. Born in Abilene, Texas on January 5, 1942, he was the son of the late Howard Raymond Black, Jr. and Juanita Hutchings Bell. Roy is survived by his son, Robert Black; daughter, Melody Black;…… read more »
November 21, 2024, 84, Goldsboro — Benny Benton Bland, 84, passed away at his home on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Born in Wayne County on January 27, 1940, he was the son of the late Luke Bland and Mary Hare Bland. In addition to his parents, Benny is preceded in death by his son, Steven…… read more »
November 28, 2024, 95, Kenly — Edith Briscoe Balazsi, 95, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Wilson Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born on September 9, 1929, in Johnston County, she was the daughter of the late Evan Briscoe and Frances Ballance Briscoe. A graveside service to honor Edith’s life will be held on…… read more »
November 26, 2024, 64, Goldsboro — Ms. Mitzie Adkins, 64, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Kitty Askins. There will be no formal services.… read more »
November 27, 2024, 63, Kenly — Dwayne Steven Proctor, 63, of Kenly, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at The Carrolton of Dunn after a five-year battle with cancer. Born on February 8, 1961, in Johnston County, he was the son of the late James William “Sonny” Proctor, Jr. and Adell Whaley Proctor. After…… read more »
November 30, 2024, 62, Goldsboro — Mr. James Wellington (Jamie), 62, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Kitty Askins, surrounded by his family. The arrangements are incomplete.… read more »
November 29, 2024, Kinston — Mr. Donald Desseaw Jr., peacefully transitioned from this earthly walk of life on Friday, November 29, 2024, at UNC Lenoir Healthcare, Kinston, NC. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Services of caring, compassionate, and distinguished class entrusted to J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations of Kinston.… read more »
November 27, 2024, 82, Goldsboro — Mr. Bobby G. King, 82, answered the Master’s call on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at UNC Wayne Healthcare, Goldsboro, NC. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Services of caring, compassionate, and distinguished class entrusted to J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations of Goldsboro.… read more »
