Category Archives: Obituaries

William Graham Shaw

William Graham Shaw

January 21, 2025, 88, Goldsboro — William Graham Shaw, 88, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. He was born in Richlands, NC to the late Dudley Graham Shaw, Jr. and Rosalyn Cox Shaw on December 26, 1936. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his…read more »

Jim Meachen

Jim Meachen

January 21, 2025, 80, Goldsboro — Jim Meachen, age 80, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Wayne Memorial Hospital in Goldsboro. Jim was born April 19, 1944 to Lily and James Harold Meachen in Sacramento CA. Lily lived with her parents, Jake and Kate Schmitt, while her husband, James Harold, was fighting…read more »

Marion Rich

Marion Rich

January 17, 2025, 88, Goldsboro — Marion Rich, 88, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center. Marion was born in Dillon, South Carolina to the late Douglas and Dannie Rich on March 23, 1936. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie Thompson Rich…read more »

John Gregory “Greg” Metz

John Gregory “Greg” Metz

January 17, 2025, 41, Goldsboro — It is with heavy hearts that we announce John Gregory “Greg” Metz, 41, of Goldsboro, North Carolina, passed away on January 17, 2025. He was the beloved son of John and Sherie Metz of Goldsboro and the cherished brother of Taylor Metz (Jamie) of Goldsboro and Jessica Metz of…read more »

Hillard Lee “Buddy” Beard

Hillard Lee “Buddy” Beard

January 24, 2025, 88, La Grange — November 23, 1936 – January 24, 2025 Hillard Lee “Buddy” Beard, 88, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025 in the comfort of his own home while surrounded by his loving family. Buddy was born in Lenoir County to the late Joseph Wyatt Beard and Julia Tiffany…read more »

Eleanor Ballance

Eleanor Ballance

January 28, 2025, Goldsboro — Ms. Eleanor Ballance transitioned on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at her residence. The arrangements are incomplete at this time.read more »

Robin Devon Bandy Monroe

Robin Devon Bandy Monroe

January 26, 2025, 41, Goldsboro — Mr. Robin Devon Bandy Monroe, 41, entered into eternal rest at Greendale Forest Nursing Rehabilitation Center in Snow Hill, North Carolina. The arrangements are incomplete at this time.read more »

Julio Chavez

Julio Chavez

January 26, 2025, Goldsboro — Mr. Julio Chavez completed his earthly journey on January 26, 2025 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The arrangements are incomplete at this time.read more »

Serena Lane

Serena Lane

January 24, 2025, Goldsboro — Mrs. Serena Lane completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, Friday, January 24, 2025. The arrangements are incomplete.read more »

Shelby Jean Langston

Shelby Jean Langston

January 20, 2025, 83, Kenly — Shelby Jean Langston, 83, passed away on January 20, 2025 at Wilson Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Johnston County on May 17, 1940, she was daughter to the late James Albert Barbee and Audrey Lee Pate Barbee. Jean was an avid reader and spent countless hours reading books…read more »

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