July 29, 2024, 80, Princeton — Laverne Talton Woodard, 80, of Princeton passed away at her home on Monday, July 29, 2024. She was born in Johnston County on February 20, 1944, to the late Ivey Talton and Mabel Dixon Talton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by Charles Vernon Woodard…… read more »
July 28, 2024, 56, Dudley — The Management and Staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors join with the Matney and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Mrs. Angela Matney, 56. Mrs. Matney transitioned at Wayne UNC Health Care, Goldsboro, NC. A Private Memorial service has been planned. Services of Love & Compassionate…… read more »
July 21, 2024, 46, Goldsboro — The Management and Staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors join with Holder and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Mr. Alvin Holder, Jr. 46. Mr. Holder transitioned at Wayne-UNC Health Care, Goldsboro, NC. Alvin Holder, Jr., was born in Wilson County, NC, on May 31, 1978.…… read more »
July 18, 2024, 67, Fremont — With Sincere Compassion and Understanding, we, the Management and staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors, join with the Lassiter and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Mr. James E. Lassiter, 67, of Fremont, NC. Mr. Lassiter transitioned on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at his residence, in…… read more »
July 18, 2024, 98, Greensboro — With Sincere Compassion and Understanding, we, the Management and staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors, join with the Reid and connected families to announce the earthly departure of Mrs. Lillie Mae Reid, 98, formerly of Goldsboro, NC. Mrs. Reid transitioned at home in Greensboro, NC, surrounded by her…… read more »
July 29, 2024, 88, Mount Olive — Mrs. Helen Bland Best, 88, of the Dobbersville area west of Mount Olive, passed away Monday morning, July 29, 2024, while at home. Mrs. Best, a long-time member of Brownings Methodist Church where, for years, she served as church pianist, and later sang in the church choir, had…… read more »
July 24, 2024, 93, Mount Olive — Mary Dallas Cottle Sutton, 93, long time Mount Olive resident, found eternal rest Wednesday evening, July 24, 2024, while being cared for at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. Mrs. Sutton was born in the little Duplin County town of Teachey and was raised in Faison, where she was the…… read more »
July 22, 2024, 79, Seven Springs — At about the two o’clock hour in the early morning of Monday, July 22, 2024, Johnny Raiford passed away at his new home (The Cabin) of which he was most proud. Mr. Raiford, 79, whose legal name was John Henry Raiford, was raised at Grady’s Crossroads in Wayne…… read more »
July 23, 2024, 27, Goldsboro — Daniel was the victim of a hit-and-run accident while riding his bike. Daniel was a quiet man but with an infectious smile. If a friend called and was in need, he would drop all and go to help them. He was truly that guy who would give you the…… read more »
July 23, 2024, 76, Goldsboro — Franklin Rudolph Hooks, Jr., age 76, passed away Tuesday, July 23rd at Wayne UNC Healthcare. Born in Wayne County, he was the son of the late Franklin R. Hooks, Sr., and the late Judith Marie Yelverton Hooks Scott. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn Blair and…… read more »
