September 20, 2024, 72, Goldsboro — Ronnie Eugene Gurley, 72, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024, at his home with his loving family by his side. Born on November 16, 1951, in Wayne County, he was the son of the late John David Gurley and Zilphia Pauline Johnson Gurley. Ronnie was a member of…… read more »
September 20, 2024, 71, Goldsboro — Francis “Frank” Marczyk, 71, passed away on Friday, September 20, 2024. Born in Elmira, N.Y. on August 11, 1953, he was the son of the late Francis Marczyk and Betty Shook Marczyk. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at…… read more »
September 19, 2024, 73, Goldsboro — Donald Neal Price (Donnie) was born in Wayne County on October 6, 1950, to Janet and Roland Price. He passed away peacefully at his home on September 19, 2024. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Walter T. Cherry. He is survived by…… read more »
September 18, 2024, 67, Goldsboro — Billie Darden Lancaster, 67, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at her home. Billie was born in Wayne County to the late William Samuel Darden and Maggie Rebecca Gurley Smith on March 4, 1957. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved…… read more »
September 21, 2024, 81, Angier — August 14, 1943 – September 21, 2024 Kenneth Ray Brafford, Sr., 81, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Kenneth was born in Wayne County to the late Martin Luther and Gertrude Hines Brafford on August 14, 1943. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by…… read more »
September 17, 2024, 70, Snow Hill — November 27, 1953 – September 17, 2024 Erwin “Ernie” Homer Layden, Jr., 70, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Ernie was born in Lenoir County to the late Erwin Homer Layden and Wilma Carter Layden on November 27, 1953. In addition to his parents, he was preceded…… read more »
September 19, 2024, 61, Goldsboro — Ms. Julia Jackson, 61, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at home surrounded by loved ones. There will be no formal services.… read more »
September 12, 2024, 58, Kenly — Ms. Barbara Baum, 58, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at UNC Health Johnston. There will be no formal services.… read more »
September 20, 2024, 85, Goldsboro — Mr. Leonard Bell, 85, was called to his heavenly home on Friday, September 20, 2024, at home surrounded by family. 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 »
September 19, 2024, 77, Goldsboro — Reverend John L. Harrington, 77, was called home to be with his heavenly father on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at UNC Wayne Healthcare, Goldsboro, NC. The celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 11:30 am with a viewing from 10:30 am to 11:15…… read more »
