Category Archives: Obituaries

Ronald Wright

Ronald Wright

August 28, 2024, 81, Goldsboro — Ronald Wright, 81, of Goldsboro passed away Wednesday at Willow Creek Nursing Home. He was the son of the late Russell and Carrie Wright. Mr. Wright was a paramedic for the town of Fremont, Michigan. He was an avid walleye fisherman and especially enjoyed fishing on Drummond Island. He…read more »

Joseph Lanier

Joseph Lanier

September 1, 2024, 84, Goldsboro — With profound sorrow and empathy, the staff and management of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors join with Lanier and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Mr. Joseph Lanier, 84, of 504 Brock Rd., Goldsboro, NC, 27530. Mr. Lanier passed away at home surrounded by his loving family…read more »

Jimmy George Evans

Jimmy George Evans

September 1, 2024, 86, Goldsboro — Jimmy George Evans, 86, peacefully passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at ECU Medicine Medical Center in Greenville, surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy was born in Wayne County on December 28, 1937, to the late George and Mattie Forehand Evans. In addition to his parents, he was…read more »

Sherry Elizabeth Larkin

Sherry Elizabeth Larkin

September 1, 2024, 81, Goldsboro — Sherry Elizabeth Larkin was born on June 26, 1943, in Bath, New York. Sherry graduated from Syracuse University with a degree in social work. She started a career as a real estate agent after having children. Later, Sherry returned to school to become a pension administrator which she did…read more »

Steven Michael Buchanan

Steven Michael Buchanan

August 31, 2024, 59, Goldsboro — Steven Michael Buchanan, 59, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at his home. Steve was born in Marion, Virginia to the late Buck and Betty Buchanan on November 25, 1964. As the son of a military family, Steve lived in many places…read more »

Clark Hood Bennett

Clark Hood Bennett

August 28, 2024, 74, Goldsboro — Clark Hood Bennett, 74, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. He was born in Wayne County to the late John Allen Bennett and Ruth Alice Hood Bennett on April 19, 1950. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Gail Lucas Bennett,…read more »

Satina Sprinkles Boan

Satina Sprinkles Boan

August 23, 2024, 56, Goldsboro — Satina Sprinkles Boan, 56, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024, at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville. Satina was born in Kansas City, MO to the late James Leonard Dennison and Rebecca Darleen Rowland Dennison on February 11, 1968. At her request, no formal service will be held…read more »

Mary Lee Dortch

Mary Lee Dortch

August 23, 2024, 83, Goldsboro — Mary Lee Dortch, third of five children, born to Lee and Mary Lena Best entered the world on March 20, 1941, in Goldsboro, NC, and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and a pillar of her community. After completing her early education, she relocated to New York at the…read more »

Kenneth Dew

Kenneth Dew

September 1, 2024, 89, Goldsboro — Mr. Kenneth Dew, 89, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at Latter Days Senior Living. There will be formal services.read more »

Bruce Simeon Grice Jr.

Bruce Simeon Grice Jr.

August 31, 2024, 75, Goldsboro — Bruce Simeon Grice Jr., 75, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. There will be no formal services.read more »

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