March 2, 2023, 69, Goldsboro – Edward Gene Braswell, 69, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 2, 2023. He was born in Onslow County to Christine P. Bartlett and the late Bobby Braswell on December 18, 1953. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Jennifer Crawford, and brother, Ricky…… read more »
Category Archives: Obituaries
Edward Gene Braswell
Dr. Ashton T. Griffin
March 1, 2023, 90, Goldsboro – Dr. Ashton T. Griffin passed away peacefully on the morning of March 1st, 2023 at the age of 90. Ashton was born in Goldsboro, North Carolina, one of four children to Ashton T. Griffin Jr. and Edna E. Clausel Griffin. He graduated from Goldsboro High School in 1950. In…… read more »
Jerry Malcolm Blackmon
March 1, 2023, 85, Goldsboro – Jerry Malcolm Blackmon, 85, entered his eternal home with his Lord and Savior, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Malcolm was born in Wayne County to the late Sam Blackmon, Sr., and Dessie Strickland Blackmon on August 8, 1937. In addition to his parents, he was…… read more »
Durwood Anderson
February 27, 2023, 86, Goldsboro – Durwood Anderson, 86, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, February 27, 2023, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Herman and Minnie Hines Anderson. Durwood was a faithful servant of Jesus Christ, exhibiting his faith…… read more »
James Marshal Wood
March 1, 2023, 86, La Grange – James Marshal Wood, 86, entered into his eternal reward on March 1, 2023. He was born in Lenoir County to the late David Styron Wood, Sr., and Annie Hardy Wood on July 23, 1936. In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his wife, Wilma…… read more »
Edward Lee Dickerson, Jr.
Edward Lee Dickerson, Jr., 85, of 1305 Ben Brewington Court died Wednesday at his residence. Arrangements are incomplete at Haskins Memorial Services, Inc.… read more »
Tyler Jordan Davis
February 25, 2023, 30, Smithfield – Tyler Jordan Davis, 30, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023, in Smithfield, NC. Tyler was born on February 8, 1993, in Johnston County. He is survived by his Parents and sisters who dearly loved him. Private services will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be…… read more »
Claude C. Leggett
February 25, 2023, 83, Clayton – Mr. Claude C. Leggett, 83, reported for his final mission on Saturday, February 25, 2023. 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 »
Lettie Taylor Thigpen
February 25, 2023, 93, Calypso – Lettie Taylor Thigpen, 93, Calypso resident, went to be with the Lord Saturday afternoon, February 25, 2023. God dispatched His angels for her while she was at her home. Mrs. Thigpen was a native of Lenoir County. She was a devout Christian who enjoyed singing and visiting area churches…… read more »
Thelma Hall Royall
February 25, 2023, 88, Mount Olive – Thelma Hall Royall, 88, resident of the Beautancus community near Mount Olive, found eternal rest Saturday afternoon, February 25, 2023. Mrs. Royall was the widow of Henry Preston Royall. She was the daughter of the late James Tallman “Jim” Hall and Rena Brock Hall and was preceded in…… read more »
