Category Archives: Obituaries

Hazel Pender Smith

Hazel Pender Smith

October 15, 2023, 97, Goldsboro — Hazel Pender Smith, 97, died peacefully on October 15, 2023, surrounded by her family. A native of Wayne County, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Mattie McKeel Pender. Hazel retired as a secretary with the U. S. Department of Agriculture and was a member of the…read more »

Glenn Leroy Hartman, Jr.

Glenn Leroy Hartman, Jr.

October 13, 2023, 83, Goldsboro — Glenn Leroy Hartman, Jr., 83, beloved husband, daddy, papa, and friend, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Glenn was born in Beaver Falls, PA to the late Glenn Leroy Hartman, Sr. and Julia Ross Hartman on December 8, 1939. Glenn proudly…read more »

Alberta (Bert) Clarice King Macklin

Alberta (Bert) Clarice King Macklin

October 12, 2023, 87, Goldsboro — Alberta (Bert) Clarice King Macklin was born in Washington, DC on July 31, 1936. She passed away peacefully at home in Goldsboro, NC surrounded by her family on Thursday, October 12, 2023. She was 87 years old. Bert is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Herman Macklin;…read more »

Donna Wooten Mooring

Donna Wooten Mooring

October 12, 2023, 65, Pikeville — Donna Wooten Mooring, 65, made her way to Heaven on Thursday, October 12, 2023. She was born in Wayne County on October 1, 1958, to the late Robert F. and Edna Jones Westbrook Wooten. Donna’s love for children led her to a career teaching with the Wayne County Public…read more »

Wanda Kay Head Smith

Wanda Kay Head Smith

October 18, 2023, 61, La Grange – September 3, 1962 – October 18, 2023 Wanda Kay Head Smith passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023. She was born in Wayne County to the late Jimmy Ray Head and Peggy Jean Worrell Head on September 3, 1962. Wanda is survived by her husband Zeb Franklin Smith;…read more »

Ruby Minton Hale

Ruby Minton Hale

October 14, 2023, 96, La Grange — August 10, 1927 – October 14, 2023 Ruby Minton Hale, 96, passed away on Saturday, October 14, 2023. Ruby was born in Duplin County to the late Bob and Eula Houston Minton on August 10, 1927. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her…read more »

Benjamin (Ben) Marcellous Taylor

Benjamin (Ben) Marcellous Taylor

October 12, 2023, 89, Kinston — October 4, 1934 – October 12, 2023 Benjamin (Ben) Marcellous Taylor passed away peacefully at the Spring Arbor Cottage, surrounded by his family on Thursday night, October 12, 2023, after a battle with Alzheimer’s and cancer. He was born in Lenoir County to the late Marvin and Doris Suggs…read more »

Tammy Rhoades Barwick

Tammy Rhoades Barwick

October 10, 2023, 52, La Grange – October 23, 1970 – October 10, 2023 Tammy Rhoades Barwick passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. She was born in West Virginia to the late David Kent Rhoades and Noka Sue Carver Rhoades on October 23, 1970. Tammy was devoted to her family and friends. She…read more »

Bertha L. Gavin

Bertha L. Gavin

October 18, 2023, 91, Goldsboro — The LORD is my light and my salvation– whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life– of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1 Ms. Bertha L. Gavin – Born and reared in Goldsboro, NC, Bertha Lee Gavin was born on June 22, 1932, and…read more »

Guersom Rodaz Matiaz

Guersom Rodaz Matiaz

October 17, 2023, 49, Dudley — Mr. Guersom Rodaz Matiaz, 49, passed from injuries sustained in an accident. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Services of caring, compassionate, and distinguished class entrusted to J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations of Goldsboro.read more »

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