Category Archives: Obituaries

Betty Jo Taylor

Betty Jo Taylor

August 11, 2024, 66, La Grange — Betty Jo Taylor, 66, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Wayne UNC Healthcare. Betty Jo was born in Lenoir County to the late Eddie Russell Taylor and Sue Kennedy Taylor on December 18, 1957. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a…read more »

Thurman Decator Vincent, Jr.

Thurman Decator Vincent, Jr.

August 11, 2024, 88, Kinston — May 16, 1936 – August 11, 2024 Thurman Decator Vincent, Jr., age 88, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 11, 2024, after a prolonged illness at Ayden Court Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Ayden, NC. A service of his remembrance will be held on Friday,…read more »

John Wiggins

John Wiggins

August 18, 2024, 86, Goldsboro — Mr. John Wiggins, 86, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at SECU Hospice House, Smithfield, NC. There will be no formal services.read more »

Linda Corbett

Linda Corbett

August 17, 2024, 71, Goldsboro — Ms. Linda Corbett, 71, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Saturday, August 17, 2024. There will be formal services.read more »

Eugene Darryl Edwards

Eugene Darryl Edwards

August 14, 2024, 61, Kenly — Eugene Darryl Edwards, 61, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born in Sumter, SC on December 10, 1962, he was the son of the late William Edwards and Gail Lamb Edwards. Darryl is survived by his wife of over 40…read more »

Jeffrey Keith Hooks

Jeffrey Keith Hooks

August 12, 2024, 63, Kenly — Jeffrey Keith Hooks, 63, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2024, at UNC Johnston Healthcare in Smithfield. Born in Wilson County on February 18, 1961, he was the son of Jimmy and Cindy Hooks. In addition to his parents, Jeff is survived by his loving wife, Sheila Hooks; children,…read more »

Elijah Thorne

Elijah Thorne

August 18, 2024, 83, Goldsboro — Mr. Elijah Thorne, 83, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. The arrangements are incomplete.read more »

Mamie E. Moore

Mamie E. Moore

August 16, 2024, 66, Goldsboro — Ms. Mamie E. Moore, 66, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Friday, August 16, 2024. The arrangements are incomplete.read more »

Amaya A. McFail

Amaya A. McFail

August 10, 2024, 15, Goldsboro — Ms. Amaya A. McFail, 15, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Saturday, August 10, 2024. The arrangements are incomplete.read more »

James Aaron Simmons

James Aaron Simmons

August 13, 2024, 72, Goldsboro — Mr. James Aaron Simmons, 72, completed his final earthly assignment on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Legacy Memory Care, Kinston, NC. The celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, August 18, 2024, at 4:00 pm with a viewing from 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm at J.B. Rhodes…read more »

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