March 24, 2025, 96, Goldsboro — Eloise was born to Lonnie and Polke Smith on January 5th 1929. In addition to Eloise, her parents shared Giles, Edward, Joe, Doramae, LP, Charles, and Margie. Eloise had two daughters and raised them as a single mother; working hard to provide for them and loved them immensely. Eloise…… read more »
Category Archives: Obituaries
Eloise Smith LeClair
Paul Miles Williams
March 24, 2025, 87, Goldsboro — Paul Miles Williams, 87, opened his eyes to the glory of heaven on March 24, 2025. He will be remembered by his family for his gentle spirit, quiet wisdom, and love for each of us. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Reba…… read more »
Jhon Caleb Palicte Abarri
March 22, 2025, Goldsboro — With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of baby Jhon Caleb Palicte Abarri, beloved infant son of June Leo Abarri and Josephine Palicte. Jhon Caleb was born and passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at UNC Wayne in Goldsboro. Though his time with us was brief, he was deeply…… read more »
Janice Mae Pate Smith
March 22, 2025, 90, Hood Swamp — Janice Mae Pate Smith, 90, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Greene County on November 13, 1934, she was the daughter of the late John Richard and Edith Mae Phelps Pate. In addition to her parents, Janice…… read more »
Teresa Darlene Stone-Hinnant
March 21, 2025, 69, Belfast — Teresa Darlene Stone-Hinnant, 69, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord in the early hours of March 21, 2025 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh. Born in Wayne County on February 29, 1956, she was daughter to Bobby Ray Stone, Sr. and Christine Brown Stone. Teresa was a…… read more »
Bonnie Blizzard Ham
March 21, 2025, 68, Goldsboro — Bonnie Blizzard Ham was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior on March 21, 2025. Born in Wayne County on December 12, 1956, she was the daughter of the late Jasper “Buddy” Blizzard and Marie Gainey Blizzard. In addition to her parents, Bonnie is preceded in death…… read more »
Marty Ray Brogden
March 21, 2025, 71, Grantham — Marty Ray Brogden, 71, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025 at his home. Born in Wayne County on September 26, 1953, he was the son of the late Jesse Ray and Barbara Garnell Barefoot Brogden. Marty is survived by his high school sweetheart and beloved wife of 53…… read more »
Luther Namon Hare
March 21, 2025, 80, Goldsboro — Luther Namon Hare, 80, of Goldsboro, passed away peacefully at home on March 21, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. While we will miss him beyond measure, we take comfort in knowing that he is now in Heaven—probably on a fishing boat, swapping stories, and convincing everyone up there…… read more »
Lisa Bissette Wheeler
March 19, 2025, 61, Goldsboro — Lisa Bissette Wheeler peacefully departed this life and joyously entered her eternal reward on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. She was born on March 2, 1964, in Hampton, Virginia, to Joyce Perry Clark of Pikeville and the late Buck Bissette. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death…… read more »
Donald Loper
March 19, 2025, 93, Goldsboro — It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Loper, a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, who left this world peacefully on March 19, 2025, at UNC Wayne, Goldsboro at the age of 93. Born on February 6, 1932, in Astatula, Florida, Donald was…… read more »
