July 20, 2023, 75, Selma — It is with profound sadness, we announce the passing of Johnathan Manoah Barbour, 75 on Thursday, July 20th, 2023 at ECU Health Service League of Greenville Inpatient Hospice. He was retired from the IGA in Selma, NC Mr. Barbour is Survived by a Son, Johnny Wayne Barbour, a Daughter,…… read more »
Category Archives: Obituaries
Johnathan Manoah Barbour
Thomas Ray Horton
July 18, 2023, 46, Benson — Thomas Ray Horton, 46, of Benson passed away at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. He was born in Johnston County to the late Willie Carl Horton and Joyce Thompson Horton. Mr. Horton loved working on cars. He was a big UNC fan, especially basketball.…… read more »
Essie Irene Pelt Aycock
July 15, 2023, 88, Goldsboro — Essie Irene Pelt Aycock, 88, of Goldsboro, went to be with her Lord and Savior Saturday, July 15, 2023. She was born December 29, 1934, in Wayne County to the late Robert Monroe and Mattie Essie Garris Pelt. Mrs. Aycock enjoyed many things but she especially enjoyed working in…… read more »
Alvin Hugh Stevens, Jr.
July 14, 2023, 74, Clayton — Alvin Hugh Stevens, Jr. (Al), 74, of Clayton, NC, passed away July 14, 2023, at the SECU Hospice House of Johnston County, surrounded by family and will be dearly missed. Mr. Stevens was born in Onslow County on September 11, 1948. He was the son of the late Alvin…… read more »
Mary Rose Davis Merritt
July 16, 2023, 85, Dudley — Mary Rose Davis Merritt, 85, resident of the Sleepy Creek area near Dudley, passed away Sunday afternoon, July 16, 2023, while at home, with loved ones at her bedside. Mrs. Merritt was a native of the Beautancus community near Mount Olive and was a member of the Bear Marsh…… read more »
Arwilda Rouse Pate
July 12, 2023, 89, Calypso — Mrs. Arwilda Rouse Pate, after having lived a good, Godly life of 89 years, quietly left the confines of her cozy, country home to be with the Lord forevermore. Her departure came on Wednesday (July 12, 2023) early evening, just briefly after an afternoon of many visitors and well-wishers…… read more »
Kimberly Rena Parker Ezzell
July 11, 2023, 57, Warsaw — Kimberly Rena Parker Ezzell, 57, a Warsaw resident, passed away Tuesday night, July 11, 2023, at ECU Medical Center in Greenville. Kim is survived by her husband, Horace Ezzell, of the home; a son, Daniel Correll of Goldsboro; a daughter, Brittany Correll of Goldsboro; her mother, Martha Gardner Parker…… read more »
Oliver Wendell Alphin
July 9, 2023, 89, Mount Olive — Oliver Wendell Alphin, age 89, died July 9th, 2023 after a good life filled with a successful career as a lawyer, a father, and a grandfather. His family and friends were his greatest joy and pride. He served his community with his time and talents. Born on July…… read more »
Alton Brent Powell
July 14, 2023, 67, Goldsboro — Alton Brent Powell, 67, of Goldsboro, passed away on Friday at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. He is the son of Rachel Lambert Powell and the late Alton Powell and was married to the late Wanda Jenkins Powell. Mr. Powell worked in maintenance for Goshen Medical. He enjoyed watching Carolina…… read more »
Virginia Elizabeth Reid Platts
July 12, 2023, 85, Goldsboro — Virginia Elizabeth Reid Platts, age 85, passed away Wednesday in Charleston, SC. Born in Concord, NC, she was the daughter of the late John Carlton Reid, Sr. and Elizabeth Ware Reid. She was a member of Faith Harbor United Methodist Church in Surf City, NC, and Alders Gate United…… read more »
