September 23, 2025, 42, Goldsboro — With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Kristin, on September 23, 2025. Her presence was a light in our lives, full of quiet strength, kindness, and a deep, gentle love for the people and beauty around her. Kristin had a special love for butterflies – delicate,…… read more »
Category Archives: Obituaries
Kristin Anderson Cottle
Pamela Eason Martin
September 22, 2025, 72, Goldsboro — Pamela Eason Martin, 72, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025 at UNC Health Wayne. Born in Lenoir County on March 25, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Guy A. Eason and Helene Roberts Eason Faircloth. In addition to her parents, Pamela was preceded in death by…… read more »
Cheryl Cass Womack
September 21, 2025, 65, Goldsboro — Heaven gained another special angel. Cheryl Cass Womack, 65, of Goldsboro, gained her angel wings on Sunday, September 21, 2025 with her loving family by her side. Born in Jackson County, Missouri on September 19, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Lila Cass. In addition…… read more »
Donald Shirrell Jackson
September 21, 2025, 75, Goldsboro — Donald Shirrell Jackson, 75, was welcomed into the presence of his Lord on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family. Shirrell was born in Wayne County on October 27, 1949, to the late Walter Woodley Jackson and Alice Bass Jackson. In addition…… read more »
Annie Jean Britt Cotton
September 21, 2025, 91, Goldsboro — Annie Jean Britt Cotton, 91, of the Jordan Chapel community in Mount Olive, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025. Annie Jean, better known as Tincey, was born April 7, 1934, just 50 yards from the farmhouse where she grew up. Tincey’s life was defined by resilience, devotion,…… read more »
Helen Tyndall Godwin
September 20, 2025, 96, Goldsboro — Helen Tyndall Godwin died on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family and friends. She was born in Wayne County to Emma Crawford and George William Tyndall on November 17, 1929. Helen was a member of The First Pentecostal Holiness Church and was a part…… read more »
Steven Linwood Sasser
September 18, 2025, 71, Goldsboro — Steven Linwood Sasser, 71, departed this life for his Heavenly home on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. Steve lived a life of service and dedication to his community. He was a retired Lieutenant with the Goldsboro Fire Department and also served as a volunteer fireman…… read more »
Steven Andrew Ward
September 17, 2025, 53, Goldsboro —- Steven Andrew Ward, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Steven was a true handyman at heart, always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He had a deep love for music and found joy in playing the guitar, often filling the room with…… read more »
Johnny Turbeville
September 29, 2025, 87, Goldsboro — Johnny Turbeville, 87, formerly of Goldsboro, NC, passed away peacefully in the early morning on September 29, 2025. Johnny was born in Tabor City to the late Ralph and Ethel Turbeville on April 24, 1938. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy…… read more »
Simon Wood
September 29, 2025, 66, Goldsboro — William Jason “Simon” Wood Jr., 66, departed this life on Monday, September 29, 2025. Simon was born in Lenoir County to the late Jason and Geneva Smith Wood on October 28, 1958. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Bobby Foss; great-nephew, Charlie…… read more »
