November 24, 2025, 52, Deep Run — Jan. 1, 1973 – Nov. 24, 2025 William “Billy” Dean Elmore, 52, of Deep Run, passed away on November 24, 2025, at ECU Vidant Medical Health Center in Greenville, NC. He was born on January 1, 1973, and took great pride in knowing he was the first baby…… read more »
Category Archives: Obituaries
William “Billy” Dean Elmore
Paula Gay Martin
November 26, 2025, 66, Reigelwood — Ms. Paula Gay Martin, age 66, peacefully entered the land of eternity on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at her residence. The arrangements are incomplete at this time. While she may no longer be with us she will always be in our hearts and we will remember her smile and…… read more »
Harvey Clinton Holland, Jr.
November 27, 2025, 78, Kenly — Harvey Clinton Holland, Jr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 27, 2025 surrounded by his loving wife and children. Harvey was born on May 26, 1947 in Weehawken, NJ to Alice and Harvey Holland, Sr. He spent his childhood on the family farm in Kenly with his four sisters,…… read more »
Elder Adeen George
November 29, 2025, 87, Goldsboro — Elder Adeen George, 87, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward. She was indeed a soldier in the army of the Lord, a faithful servant, a virtuous woman, a leader, and a pillar in our community. Please keep her family covered in prayer during their time…… read more »
Alzora McDuffie Young
November 29, 2025, 89, Dudley — Ms. Alzora McDuffie Young, age 89, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at her residence. The arrangements are incomplete at this time. The Staff of J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations Inc. would like to extend our deepest condolences to…… read more »
Johanna Bell
November 24, 2025, 59, Faison — Ms. Johanna Bell, age 59, was called home on Monday, November 24, 2025 to rest eternally within the arms of the Almighty Lord. She departed this life at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, surrounded by her loving daughter. Ms. Bell was a beloved soul who is now…… read more »
Ellery Lamont Strong
November 24, 2025, 63, Mount Olive — The office and staff of J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home and Cremation announce the passing of Mr. Ellery Lamont Strong on Monday, November 24, 2025, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. Please keep the family in your prayers as they navigate through this difficult time. There will be a Celebration…… read more »
John Hicks, Jr.
November 21, 2025, 35, Calypso — John Hicks, Jr., 35, transitioned on Friday, November 21, 2025, in Johnston County. He was born on June 3, 1990, to John Hicks, Sr. and Judy Marie Hicks. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and loved ones.… read more »
Allen Lewis
November 24, 2025, 79, Grantham — Allen Lewis, 79, peacefully passed away in the comfort of his home on Monday, November 24, 2025. Born in Wayne County on August 9, 1946, he was the son of the late Johnie Dallas and Corrine Newell Lewis. In addition to his parents, Allen was preceded in death by…… read more »
Rella Louise Jackson Jernigan
November 24, 2025, 77, Goldsboro — Rella Louise Jackson Jernigan, 77, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, November 24, 2025, surrounded by the love and devoted care of her sister. Born in Wayne County on November 15, 1948, she was the daughter of the late David Rose Jackson, Sr. and Louise Bailey Jackson.…… read more »
