Category Archives: Obituaries

Quentin L. Mitchell Sr

Quentin L. Mitchell Sr

January 17, 2025, 48, Dudley — Mr. Quentin L. Mitchell Sr, 48, completed his earthly journey on Friday, January 17, 2025, The celebration of his life will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 1:00 pm with a viewing from 12:00pm to 12:50pm at the Save The Family Church Ministries Inc., 5740 Aldridge Store…read more »

Marian Annette Murray

Marian Annette Murray

January 16, 2025, 81, Faison — Mrs. Marian Annette Murray, 81, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, Thursday, January 16, 2025 at home surrounded by her loved ones. The celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 12:00pm with a viewing from 11:00am to 11:50am at…read more »

Edna Y. Coston

Edna Y. Coston

January 16, 2025, 82, Goldsboro — Ms. Edna Y. Coston, 82, completed her earthly walk of life on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at UNC Wayne Healthcare, Goldsboro, NC. The Celebration of her Life will be Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 1:00pm at Word of Truth Christian Fellowship, 1401 N. Carolina Street, Goldsboro, NC. There will…read more »

Willie Mae King

Willie Mae King

January 15, 2025, 72, Goldsboro — Ms. Willie Mae King, 72, completed her earthly journey on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at the Goldsboro Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, Goldsboro, NC. The celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:00pm with a viewing from 12:00pm to 12:50pm at the J.B. Rhodes…read more »

Billy Sharon Benning

Billy Sharon Benning

January 21, 2025, 80, Goldsboro — Billy Sharon Benning, age 80, passed away peacefully at Willow Creek Nursing and Rehab Center on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.  She was preceded in death by her husband, David Benning, and is survived by her children, Tracy Benning of Raleigh, NC, and Michael Benning (Lori) of Goldsboro, NC, as…read more »

Helen Boone Eller

Helen Boone Eller

January 16, 2025, 96, Raleigh — Helen Boone Eller, 96, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025, at 3HC hospice in Goldsboro, N.C. Helen was born October 1, 1928, in Albemarle, NC.  She was a graduate of Pfeiffer Junior College and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with an AB in Journalism.  She was…read more »

JC Burney

JC Burney

January 15, 2025, 94, Snow Hill — JC Burney passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at UNC Health Lenoir in Kinston at the age of 94. At his request, a private graveside service will be held at Eastern Carolina State Veterans Cemetery in Goldsboro. Service arrangements are by Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.read more »

Anthony Marcellus “Toolum” Brewington

Anthony Marcellus “Toolum” Brewington

January 16, 2025, 49, Goldsboro — Anthony Marcellus “Toolum” Brewington, 49, of Goldsboro, NC, entered eternal rest on Thursday, January 16, 2025. He was born on May 12, 1975, to Margaret Brewington and Rex Coley. He is survived by three children: RaSean, Ta’Honny, and Anthony. Additionally, he cherished the moments spent with his beloved grandchildren,…read more »

Geneva Best Strickland

Geneva Best Strickland

January 19, 2025, 92, Mount Olive — Mrs. Geneva Best Strickland, 92, of Tar Heel Drive, Mount Olive, passed away early Sunday morning, January 19, 2025, at Genesis Center in Mount Olive where she was receiving care. Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 23, at 6:00 p.m. from Tyndall Funeral Home in Mount Olive,…read more »

Samuel Everett Dixon, Jr

Samuel Everett Dixon, Jr

January 18, 2025, 49, Mount Olive — Samuel Everett Dixon, Jr., resident of the Beautancus community, Mount Olive, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the age of 49.   Sam, as he was often called, had been a truck driver with working experience with Burch Farms, SuperVac, a uber service, and several other businesses.  He…read more »

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