Category Archives: Obituaries

Carole McKeel

Carole McKeel

May 10, 2025, 81, Goldsboro — Evangeline Carole Mewborn McKeel, 81, passed away peacefully in true Carole fashion, listening to her favorite song and life mantra, “My Way”. Carole was born in Wayne County to the late Ervin Chester Mewborn, Jr. and Evelyn Mozingo (Mewborn) Price on December 19, 1943. In addition to her parents,…read more »

Alberta “Bert” Howard

Alberta “Bert” Howard

May 9, 2025, 79, Goldsboro — Alberta “Bert” Sauls Howard, 79, peacefully passed away at Kitty Askins Hospice Center while surrounded by the love of her family. Bert was born in Greene County to the late Jimmy Sauls and Edna Radford Sauls on July 1, 1945. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in…read more »

James Jordan Godwin

James Jordan Godwin

May 11, 2025, 87, Goldsboro — James Jordan Godwin, 87, peacefully slipped into eternity at his home on Sunday, May 11, 2025 surrounded by his family. Born in Johnston County on April 16, 1938, he was the son of the late Paul Godwin and Blanche Gardner Godwin. In addition to his parents, James was preceded…read more »

Carl Francis Mumford

Carl Francis Mumford

 May 8, 2025, 90, Goldsboro — Carl F. Mumford, 90, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Wilson County on September 23, 1934, to the late George Carl and Ida Poythress Mumford. In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded in death by…read more »

Charlotte Marie Allen

Charlotte Marie Allen

May 11, 2025, 72, Goldsboro — Mrs. Charlotte Marie Allen, 72, completed her earthly journey and transitioned form labor to reward, Sunday, May 11, 2025 at home surrounded by her loved ones. The arrangements are currently incomplete.read more »

Douglas “Doug” S. Davis

Douglas “Doug” S. Davis

May 9, 2025, 78, Goldsboro — Douglas “Doug” S. Davis, 78, of Goldsboro passed away Friday, May 9, 2025 at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville. Funeral service will be held Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at New Hope Church in Goldsboro. Visitation will follow the service. A private burial will be held.…read more »

Henry David Ward

Henry David Ward

 May 8, 2025, 67, Goldsboro — Henry David Ward, age 67, of Hare Road, peacefully departed this life on Thursday at his residence, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and dedication.  He was born on August 23, 1957, in Wilson County to Roosevelt and Geraldine Spruill Ward. He leaves to cherish his memory his…read more »

Recco Devone Bell

Recco Devone Bell

May 3, 2025, 35, Goldsboro — Recco Devone Bell, 35, of Running Deer Circle, passed away on Saturday at his residence. He was born on May 15, 1989 in Wayne County to John Henry Bell, Jr. and Jacqueline Davis Bell.  Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 17 at 1:00 PM in the Rev.…read more »

Raymond Anthony Cole, Jr

Raymond Anthony Cole, Jr

May 9, 2025, 77, Goldsboro — Raymond Anthony Cole, Jr., 77, of Princeton passed away at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield on Friday, May 9, 2025.  He was born in Saugerties, New York on July 06, 1947 to the late Raymond Anthony Cole and Theresa Greco Cole.  In addition to his parents, he was…read more »

Jerry Edward Lofton

Jerry Edward Lofton

May 7, 2025, 75, Goldsboro — With profound sorrow and empathy, the staff and management of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors join with the Lofton and connected families to announce the earthly departure of Mr. Jerry Edward Lofton, 75. Jerry Edward Lofton was born on September 1, 1949, in Grantham, NC, to the late John…read more »

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