Category Archives: Obituaries

John Martin Anderson

John Martin Anderson

June 9, 2024, 58, Goldsboro — John Martin Anderson, 58, of Goldsboro passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024, at his home. No formal services will be held. Mr. Anderson was born in California on June 10, 1965, to the late William Howard Anderson and Norma Forman Anderson.  He was a member of the New…read more »

Esther Mae Coker

Esther Mae Coker

June 5, 2024, 74, Fremont — Esther Mae Coker, 74, of Fremont departed this earthly life Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at UNC Health Wayne in Goldsboro. A memorial service to honor her life will be held Sunday, June 9, 2024, at 3 p.m. at Community Baptist Church in Goldsboro with her brother, Reverend Michael Lewis…read more »

Robin Dawn Lebowsky Billias

Robin Dawn Lebowsky Billias

June 3, 2024, 57, Princeton — Robin Dawn Lebowsky Billias, 57, of Princeton, passed away surrounded by her loved ones.  Robin was born December 18, 1966, in Toledo, Ohio to Robert Donald Lebowsky and Daletta Fuller Lebowsky. Robin fought hard during her bout with cancer. Robin really loved kids and animals, especially her Honey. Robin…read more »

James Paul Capps

James Paul Capps

June 3, 2024, 85, Princeton — James Paul Capps, 85, of Princeton passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024, at Johnston Health of Smithfield.  He was born March 22, 1939, in Johnston County to the late Jessie Paul Capps and Sarah Hortense Wilkins Capps.  He was the widower of Betty Louise Anderson Capps.  In addition,…read more »

Diane Harding

Diane Harding

June 3, 2024, 79, Wallace — With Sincere Compassion and Understanding, we, the Management and staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors, join with the Harding and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Ms. Diane Harding, 79, transitioned at the Wallace Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Wallace, NC. Arrangements are forthcoming at this…read more »

Robert Smith, Jr.

Robert Smith, Jr.

May 31, 2024, 77, Dudley — With Sincere Compassion and Understanding, we, the Management and staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors, join with the Smith and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Mr. Robert Smith, Jr., transitioned at the UNC Rex Hospital, Raleigh, NC. Arrangements are forthcoming at this time. Services of…read more »

Harry Adolph Williamson, Jr.

Harry Adolph Williamson, Jr.

June 3, 2024, , 86, Raleigh — Harry Adolph Williamson, Jr., 86, known to many as “The Hawk”, native and former resident of Raleigh, passed away early Monday, June 3, 2024, at the Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro. Mr. Williamson, whose last place of residence was in Smithfield, had lived in prior years in…read more »

Gregory Jerome Strickland

Gregory Jerome Strickland

June 1, 2024, 56, Mount Olive — Gregory Jerome Strickland, better known as simply Greg Strickland, passed away Saturday, June 1, 2024, at his home.  He was 56.   He was a resident of the Goldsboro area but was originally from the Seven Springs and Mount Olive areas. Greg’s working career consisted of being a carpenter,…read more »

Glenda Joanne Burwood Clatone

Glenda Joanne Burwood Clatone

June 2, 2024, 73, Goldsboro — Glenda Joanne Burwood Clatone, 73, passed away Sunday, June 2nd at U.N.C. Health Rex. She was the daughter of the late Rodney and Hazel Burwood. Glenda was a retired waitress. She was also a seamstress, a big fan of Elvis, and loved frogs. Glenda also enjoyed old country &…read more »

James “Jamie” Elbert Sutton

James “Jamie” Elbert Sutton

June 2, 2024, 46, Goldsboro — James “Jamie” Elbert Sutton, age 46, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024, at his home. Born in Wayne County, NC, he was the son of Donna Cotton and the late Jimmy Sutton. A Graveside Service will be held Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. in Wayne Memorial Park.…read more »

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