May 9, 2025, 79, Goldsboro — John Walter Bartlett, 79, resident of the Patetown community near Goldsboro, passed away Friday morning, May 9, 2025, at his home. Mr. Bartlett had been a faithful employee of Bridgestone/Firestone in Wilson for 30 years, and he was a loyal member of Stoney Creek Church. He is survived by…… read more »
Category Archives: Obituaries
John W. Bartlett
Billy Carl Denning
May 9, 2025, 82, Goldsboro — It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Billy Carl Denning, a beloved member of the Easy Street community, passed away on May 9, 2025 at the age of 82. Billy was a devoted fan of NASCAR and never missed a race. He also had a…… read more »
Tamera Sapp Cottle
May 9, 2025, 60, Goldsboro — Tamera Lynn Cottle, age 60, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 9, 2025, after a courageous fight with cancer, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born on March 30, 1965, in Germany to Floyd and Janet Sapp, Tammy’s life was marked by compassion,…… read more »
Carole McKeel
May 10, 2025, 81, Goldsboro — Evangeline Carole Mewborn McKeel, 81, passed away peacefully in true Carole fashion, listening to her favorite song and life mantra, “My Way”. Carole was born in Wayne County to the late Ervin Chester Mewborn, Jr. and Evelyn Mozingo (Mewborn) Price on December 19, 1943. In addition to her parents,…… read more »
Alberta “Bert” Howard
May 9, 2025, 79, Goldsboro — Alberta “Bert” Sauls Howard, 79, peacefully passed away at Kitty Askins Hospice Center while surrounded by the love of her family. Bert was born in Greene County to the late Jimmy Sauls and Edna Radford Sauls on July 1, 1945. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in…… read more »
James Jordan Godwin
May 11, 2025, 87, Goldsboro — James Jordan Godwin, 87, peacefully slipped into eternity at his home on Sunday, May 11, 2025 surrounded by his family. Born in Johnston County on April 16, 1938, he was the son of the late Paul Godwin and Blanche Gardner Godwin. In addition to his parents, James was preceded…… read more »
Carl Francis Mumford
May 8, 2025, 90, Goldsboro — Carl F. Mumford, 90, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Wilson County on September 23, 1934, to the late George Carl and Ida Poythress Mumford. In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded in death by…… read more »
Charlotte Marie Allen
May 11, 2025, 72, Goldsboro — Mrs. Charlotte Marie Allen, 72, completed her earthly journey and transitioned form labor to reward, Sunday, May 11, 2025 at home surrounded by her loved ones. The arrangements are currently incomplete.… read more »
Douglas “Doug” S. Davis
May 9, 2025, 78, Goldsboro — Douglas “Doug” S. Davis, 78, of Goldsboro passed away Friday, May 9, 2025 at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville. Funeral service will be held Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. at New Hope Church in Goldsboro. Visitation will follow the service. A private burial will be held.…… read more »
Henry David Ward
May 8, 2025, 67, Goldsboro — Henry David Ward, age 67, of Hare Road, peacefully departed this life on Thursday at his residence, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and dedication. He was born on August 23, 1957, in Wilson County to Roosevelt and Geraldine Spruill Ward. He leaves to cherish his memory his…… read more »
