Category Archives: Obituaries

Julian Henderson Jr.

Julian Henderson Jr.

November 10, 2024, 77, Goldsboro — Mr. Julian Henderson Jr., 77, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Sunday, November 10, 2024. There will be no formal services.read more »

Bessie Isler Scott

Bessie Isler Scott

November 10, 2024, 99, Goldsboro — Mother Bessie Isler Scott, 99, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at home surrounded by her loved ones. The Celebration of her life will be Monday, November 18, 2024, at 12:00 PM at Greenleaf Christian Church DOC, 2110 N. William…read more »

Eva M. Middleton

Eva M. Middleton

November 5, 2024, 69, Goldsboro — Elder Eva M. Middleton, 69, completed her earthly assignment on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at home surrounded by her loved ones. The celebration of her life will be held on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 11:00 am at The Throne Room At Elm Grove Church Ministries, 118 Booker Street,…read more »

Marion Thomas Powell

Marion Thomas Powell

November 10, 2024, 76, Goldsboro — Marion Thomas Powell, 76, departed this earthly life on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Arrangements are incomplete and in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.read more »

James Benjamin Smith

James Benjamin Smith

November 5, 2024, 67, Dudley — James Benjamin Smith, 67, of Dudley passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at his home. A service to celebrate his life will be held Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro. Interment with military honors will follow at…read more »

Ricky Wade Godwin

Ricky Wade Godwin

November 5, 2024, 67, Kenly — Ricky Wade Godwin, 67, of Kenly, passed away at his home on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.  He was born in Johnston County on July 11, 1957, to Betty Lou Barber Godwin and the late Ernest Wade Godwin.  In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his…read more »

Vickie F. Worrell

Vickie F. Worrell

November 5, 2024, 71, Goldsboro — With profound sorrow and empathy, the Staff and Management of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors announce the earthly transition of Ms. Vickie F. Worrell, 71. Ms. Worrell transitioned to her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Arrangements are forthcoming at this time. Services of Love & Compassionate Care have…read more »

Dorothy Wright

Dorothy Wright

October 31, 2024, 82, Dudley — With profound sorrow and empathy, the Staff and Management of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors announce the earthly transition of Ms. Dorothy Wright, 82, of Dudley, NC. Ms. Wright passed at her residence on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Arrangements are forthcoming. Services of Love & Compassionate Care have been…read more »

Daquan Simms

Daquan Simms

October 27, 2024, 26, Goldsboro — With profound sympathy and concern, the staff and management of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors announce the earthly transition of Mr. Daquan Simms, 26, of Goldsboro, NC. There will be no formal arrangements. Services of Love & Compassionate care have been entrusted to Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors and…read more »

Omelia Lewis Reaves

Omelia Lewis Reaves

November 4, 2024, 74, Calypso — Omelia Lewis Reaves, known to all as Meg Lewis Reaves, left her earthly body to receive life eternal Monday evening, November 4, 2024, while being cared for at Novant New Hanover Medical Center in Wilmington.  Meg was 74. A lifelong resident of Calypso, Meg was a member of Calypso…read more »

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