Category Archives: Obituaries

Glenda Sharon Murphy Sullivan

Glenda Sharon Murphy Sullivan

February 23, 2023, 70, Rose Hill – Glenda Sharon Murphy Sullivan, 70, resident of the Rose Hill area, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023, at ECU Medical Center in Greenville. Ms. Sullivan had been employed in the housekeeping department at Vidant Duplin Hospital. She is survived by a daughter, Wendy Sullivan Whitfield, and husband, William,…read more »

Judy Joyce Tittle Airgood

Judy Joyce Tittle Airgood

February 22, 2023, 69, Goldsboro – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our sassy, funny, smart, and caring mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Judy Joyce Tittle Airgood on February 22, 2023. Judy loved and devoted her life to her family and to care for others. She made sure all birthdays…read more »

Claire Renae Ballance

Claire Renae Ballance

February 26, 2023, 19 days, Goldsboro – Claire Renae Ballance passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at Duke University Hospital. Claire was born on February 7, 2023, to her loving parents, John Harold, and Noel Renae Spencer Ballance In addition to her parents, Claire is survived by her paternal grandparents, Tammy and Walter Mazaika;…read more »

Rudolph Gerald Davis

Rudolph Gerald Davis

February 24, 2023, 72, Goldsboro – Rudolph Gerald Davis, 72, passed away on Friday, February 24, 2023, at UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill. Born in Wayne County on December 19, 1950, he was the son of Dollie Ginn Davis and the late Dillard Rudolph Davis. Gerald is survived by his mother, Dollie Ginn Davis…read more »

Jeanette Kay Jean

Jeanette Kay Jean

February 26, 2023, 76, Mount Olive – Jeanette Kay Jean, 76, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023, at Genesis HealthCare in Mt. Olive A service to celebrate her life will be held at a later date. She is survived by her son, Gerald Jean of Virginia; daughter, Jennale R. Jean (Joe Jenkins) of Pikeville; two…read more »

Gerleane Robinson

Gerleane Robinson

February 26, 2023, 67, Goldsboro – Gerleane Robinson, 67, passed away Sunday, February 26, 2023, at home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.read more »

Thelma I. Whitfield

Thelma I. Whitfield

February 20, 2023, 91, Goldsboro – Ms. Thelma I. Whitfield, 91, kept the faith and received her reward on Monday, February 20, 2023, at UNC Wayne Health Care, Goldsboro, NC. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. She was born on August 1, 1931, in Wayne County, NC to Stephen Sutton and Willie Ann Jackson Sutton.…read more »

Rodger Fort

Rodger Fort

February 22, 2023, 73, Pikeville – The Management and Staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors join with the Fort, and connected families to announce the transition of Mr. Rodger Fort, 73, who passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2023, at the Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville, NC. Arrangements are forthcoming and will be…read more »

McKenzie Lyn McArthur

McKenzie Lyn McArthur

February 16, 2023, 26 days, Mount Olive – Baby Girl McKenzie Lyn McArthur, at only 26 days old, completed her life’s journey on Thursday, February 16, 2023.  She leaves behind her mommy and daddy, Elizabeth Nicole Creech and Jimmy Ray McArthur; big brothers, Bentley Ray McArthur and Jacob Creech; big sister, Nevaeh Creech; maternal grandparents,…read more »

Thomas Wilson New

Thomas Wilson New

February 21, 2023, 55, Goldsboro – Thomas Wilson New, age 55, passed away on Tuesday at his residence. Born in Sampson County, he was the son of Patricia Holder New and the late Herbert New, Sr. Prior to his illness he was a dedicated driver for UPS. He was also a Veteran of the US…read more »

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