Category Archives: Obituaries

David Ray Williams

David Ray Williams

February 8, 2024, 66, Goldsboro — With sincere compassion and understanding, the Management and Staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors join with the Williams and connected families to announce the earthly transition of Mr. David Ray Williams, 66. Mr. Williams transitioned on February 8, 2024, at the Wayne UNC Health Care, Goldsboro, NC. A…read more »

Dale Elizabeth Price Johnson

Dale Elizabeth Price Johnson

February 10, 2024, 60, Seven Springs — Ms. Dale Elizabeth Price Johnson of the Seven Springs area, passed away Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, at UNC Rex Hospital in Raleigh.  She was 60. Dale was the daughter of the late Donald Price and Wilma Hill Price.  She had been a cashier at Best Gas and Grill…read more »

LeRoy Franklin McDowell

LeRoy Franklin McDowell

February 11, 2024, 74, Elm City — Mr. LeRoy Franklin McDowell, 74, of Elm City, NC, departed this life on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Wilson Medical Center, Wilson, NC, surrounded by his loving family. Please keep his wife Barbara, and the entire McDowell family in your prayers, as they prepare for the celebration of…read more »

Irene Della Johnson Joyner

Irene Della Johnson Joyner

February 9, 2024, 95, Goldsboro — Irene Della Johnson Joyner, age 95, passed away Friday, February 9, 2024, in her home with her family by her side.  Irene was born in Johnston County, to the late Joe Johnson and Floyd Pearl Parker Johnson.  She was also preceded in death by several of her siblings. A…read more »

Sonya Petina Thornton Mendez

Sonya Petina Thornton Mendez

February 2, 2024, 55, Goldsboro — Sonya Petina Thornton Mendez, age 55, passed away on Friday, February 2nd. Born in Wayne County, she was the daughter of the late Sonny Dan Thornton and Gloria Holmes. She was also preceded in death by her sister Tiffany Thornton A service to celebrate Sonya’s life will be held…read more »

Judy McLamb Taylor

Judy McLamb Taylor

February 12, 2024, 80, Goldsboro — Judy McLamb Taylor, 80, went to her Heavenly home on Monday, February 12, 2024. Born in Wayne County on July 13, 1943, she was the daughter of the late T. Mclamb and Clara McLamb. In addition to her parents, Judy is preceded in death by a daughter, Lea Woodson…read more »

Kelly Ann Allen Smith

Kelly Ann Allen Smith

February 10, 2024, 54, Goldsboro — Kelly Ann Allen Smith, 54, was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on Saturday, February 10, 2024, surrounded by her family.  She was born in Anchorage, Alaska to Hilda Moore Allen of Goldsboro and the late Harold Eugene Allen on May 12, 1969. In addition to her father,…read more »

Ricky Brooks

Ricky Brooks

February 11, 2024, 60, Goldsboro — Mr. Ricky Brooks, 60, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. The arrangements are currently incomplete.read more »

Alexander Cox

Alexander Cox

February 10, 2024, 73, Goldsboro — Mr. Alexander Cox, 73, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Rex Heart and Vascular, Raleigh, NC. The arrangements are currently incomplete.read more »

Brenda F. Thompson

Brenda F. Thompson

February 4, 2024, 66, Goldsboro — Mrs. Brenda F. Thompson, 66, received her ultimate healing on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family. The celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 3:00 pm at J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home and Cremations,1701 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, NC.…read more »

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