June 1, 2025, 94, Goldsboro — Chester Orvel Willits, age 94, passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Onslow Memorial Hospital in Jacksonville, NC. Born in Newton County, IN, he was the son of the late Ralph Warren and Gladys Marie Willits and the husband of the late Doris Willits. Chester was a Veteran of…… read more »
Category Archives: Obituaries
Chester Orvel Willits
Marjorie Rose Newsome
June 4, 2025, 91, Goldsboro — Marjorie Rose Smith Newsome, 91, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Wayne County on February 23, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Jasper and Eula Parks Smith. In addition to her parents, Marjorie Rose was…… read more »
John Andrew Drew
June 2, 2025, 55, Goldsboro — John Drew, 55, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025 in his home. John was born on February 13, 1970 in St. Charles County, Maryland, he was son to Richard Drew and Darlene Turacy. In addition to his parents, John was survived by his fiancée, Pamela Swisher; his daughter,…… read more »
Sue Taylor Gray
May 31, 2025, 85, Goldsboro — Sue Taylor Gray, 85, entered into Heaven on Saturday, May 31, 2025. Her gentle spirit, giving heart, and unwavering devotion to others will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Sue was born in Edgecombe County of March 11, 1940 to the late Reuben…… read more »
Janet Hollowell Whitfield
May 31, 2025, 70, Goldsboro — Janet Hollowell Whitfield, 70, entered into the presence of her Lord on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Duke University Hospital in Durham. Born and raised in Wayne County, she was the daughter of the late Ruth and Thomas David Hollowell. Janet’s life was marked by a deep commitment to…… read more »
Lemuel Jerry Potter Jr
June 2, 2025, 70, Goldsboro — Lemuel Jerry Potter Jr, 70, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025. Jerry was born in Lenoir County to the late Lemuel Jerry Potter Sr. and Gertie Mae Howard Potter on October 29, 1954. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Dianne Tyndall.…… read more »
May Bird Madison
June 1, 2025, 89, Goldsboro — Ms. Mae Bird Madison, 89, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, Sunday, June 1, 2025 at UNC Lenoir Health Care. There will be no formal services.… read more »
Robert Wells
May 31, 2025, 71, Goldsboro — Mr. Robert Wells age 71, was ushered into the arms of his Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The arrangements are incomplete at this time. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and please continue…… read more »
Ann Walsh
May 30, 2025, 85, Goldsboro — Ms. Ann Walsh, age 85, peacefully transitioned into a world of eternal life on Friday, May 30, 2025 at her residence. The arrangements are incomplete at this time. Please continue to keep the family in your prayers during their time of bereavement.… read more »
Thomas Anthony Moore
May 28, 2025, 72, Goldsboro — Mr. Thomas Anthony Moore, 72 completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at home surrounded by his loved ones. There will be no formal services.… read more »
