Category Archives: Obituaries

Dr. E. Lee Adams

Dr. E. Lee Adams

July 24, 2022, 96, Goldsboro – Dr. E. Lee Adams passed away peacefully in his sleep early in the hours of July 24, 2022 at Kitty Askins Hospice in Goldsboro, NC. “Doc Adams”, as many affectionately called him, was born August 14, 1925 in Adamsville, the section of Goldsboro named for his family. He was…read more »

Jane Collier Hawley

Jane Collier Hawley

July 22, 2022, 77, Goldsboro – Jane Collier Hawley, 77, completed her earthly journey on Friday, July 22, 2022. Jane was born in Wilson County on September 15, 1944, to the late James Thelmer Collier and Lossie Pearl Pennington Collier. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Jerry Lee Hawley;…read more »

Alton Glenn Smith, Jr.

Alton Glenn Smith, Jr.

July 22, 2022, 81, Goldsboro – Alton Glenn Smith, Jr., 81, passed away at home on Friday, July 22, 2022, while surrounded by the love of his family. Glenn was born in Goldsboro, NC to the late Alton G. Smith, Sr. and Ethel Edwards Smith on February 19, 1941. Upon graduation, Glenn received his first…read more »

Preston Franklin Garris

Preston Franklin Garris

July 22, 2022, 80, La Grange – Preston Franklin Garris, 80, was granted eternal rest on Friday, July 22, 2022. Preston was born in Wayne County on September 12, 1941 to the late Emmett Preston and Dorothy Mozingo Garris. In addition to his parents, Preston was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Amy Garris…read more »

Linda Randolph

Linda Randolph

July 19, 2022, 74, Raleigh – Linda Randolph, 74, of 3601 Eck Dr., Raleigh died July 19, 2022 in Rex Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete at the Haskins Memorial Services.read more »

James E. Williams

James E. Williams

July 20, 2022, 83, Goldsboro – Mr. James E. Williams, 83, was summoned by the good Lord to return home to glory on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at Wayne UNC Health Care, Goldsboro, NC. Services of caring, compassionate and distinguished class entrusted to J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations of Goldsboro.read more »

Sherrill Newsome

Sherrill Newsome

July 19, 2022, 76, Goldsboro – The Management and Staff of Williams & Ashford Funeral Directors join with the Newsome and connected families to announce the earthly departure of Mr. Sherrill Newsome 76. Mr. Newsome died Tuesday, July 19th at the Brook Stone Living Center, Pollocksville, NC. A complete Biographical sketch will be provided as…read more »

Betty Staples Kimble

Betty Staples Kimble

July 21, 2022, 87, Wilmington – Betty Staples Kimble, age 87, passed away Thursday at Champions Assisted Living in Wilmington, NC. Born in Camden County, she was the daughter of the late Isaac S. and Ethel Anderson Staples and wife of the late Wayne G. Kimble. A service to celebrate her life will be held…read more »

Edward Deleon Newell

Edward Deleon Newell

July 21, 2022, 72, Goldsboro – Edward Deleon Newell, age 72, passed away on Thursday morning at his residence. Born in Wayne County, he was the son of the late Simeon Baker Newell and the late Virginia Louise Wiggs Newell and brother of the late Lillie Holmes and David Newell. Edward was employed with J.…read more »

Jonathan Lloyd Mitchell

Jonathan Lloyd Mitchell

July 21, 2022, 39, Goldsboro – Jonathan Lloyd Mitchell, 39, passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 27, 1983 in Wayne County, he was the son of Joseph Mitchell and Teresa Mitchell. A service to celebrate Jonathan’s life will be held on Monday, July…read more »

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