July 12, 2025, 73, Goldsboro — John Merritt Lear Peacock, 73, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at UNC Health Rex Hospital in Raleigh. Born in Orange County on November 6, 1951, he was the son of the late Robert Howell Peacock, III, and Robin Lear Peacock. In addition to his parents, John is…… read more »
July 11, 2025, 75, Goldsboro — James (Jimmy) Harold Webber Jr., age 75, passed away peacefully on the evening of July 11, 2025, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center, surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy was born in Wayne County on December 13, 1949, to the late James Harold Webber Sr. and Frances Fulghum Webber. He…… read more »
July 6, 2025, 89, Goldsboro —- Barbara Anne Baker Wright passed away after a sudden, brief illness, on July 6, 2025, in Raleigh, North Carolina. Barbara was born in 1936 in Lucama NC, the daughter of Mamie (Whitley) Baker and Johnnie Cleveland Baker, and sister to Roy Lee, Loyce, J.C. and Judie Baker. After graduating…… read more »
July 6, 2025, 69, Goldsboro — Tanyia Marie Anderson, a devoted wife, faithful servant, and hardworking soul, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and quiet strength. Born May 20, 1956 in Valdosta GA to the late Jack and Joyce Marie Moore, Tanyia was rooted in family and faith from the beginning.…… read more »
July 4, 2025, 104, Goldsboro — Grace Rouse Bennett, age 104, passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord after a long and fruitful life. Born on March 7, 1921, in Lenoir County, she was the daughter of the late Frank Edward Rouse and Susie Mae Taylor Rouse. In addition to her parents, she was…… read more »
July 4, 2025, 7, Goldsboro — Maverick Matthew Knoll, 7, passed away unexpectedly on July 4, 2025, leaving behind a trail of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Born in Johnston County on December 12, 2017, he was the son of Eric Knoll and Brianna Champion Knoll. In addition to his parents, Maverick is survived by…… read more »
July 4, 2025, 65, Goldsboro — On Friday, July 4, 2025, Jeffrey Lane Wells hung up his hat and headed home to glory, passing away peacefully at the age of 65. Born and raised in Wayne County, Jeff was the son of Eugene Gordon Wells and the late Glenda Lane Wells Yeomans—a true son of…… read more »
July 2, 2025, 81, Goldsboro — Ann Grady Fisher, 81, peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior who she loved and adored on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at her home, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born in Wayne County on June 2, 1944, Ann was the daughter of…… read more »
July 2, 2025, 67, Goldsboro — Karen Lynn McNeill Hatcher, 67, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at the home. Born in Forsyth County on November 5, 1957, she was daughter to the late Wayne McNeill and Polly Holt McNeill. Karen is survived by her husband, Anthony Jay Hatcher; step-daughter, Christy Carter and…… read more »
July 2, 2025, 78, Goldsboro — Dolores Kaye Radford, 78, peacefully went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at UNC Wayne Health Care. A resident of Wayne County, Kaye was born on August 16, 1946, to the late G.H. “Ted” Radford and Dora Smith Radford. A woman of quiet strength,…… read more »
