July 16, 2023, 61, Goldsboro — John Joseph Farfour, 61, passed away at his home on Sunday, July 16, 2023. Born and raised in Wayne County, he was the son of the late George Farfour and Tempie Barber Farfour. For many years, John worked for himself as an electrician. When not at work, he could…… read more »
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John Joseph Farfour
Ellen Parnell Cobb
July 15, 2023, 64, Goldsboro — Ellen Parnell Cobb, 64, passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at her home. Born in Wayne County on May 13, 1959, she was the daughter of Maxine Phillips Parnell and the late Clifton Eugene Parnell. In addition to her mother, Ellen is survived by her husband, John Cobb;…… read more »
Rebecca Johnson Wines
July 14, 2023, 67, Goldsboro — In the early hours of July 14, 2023, Rebecca Johnson Wines passed away at Kitty Askins Hospice Center due to complications with cancer. She was 67 years old. Mrs. Wines was a graduate of Meredith College and held a BA degree in both business administration and home economics. She…… read more »
Mary Lee Johnson Champion Ashe
July 14, 2023, 75, Goldsboro — Mary Lee Johnson Champion Ashe, 75, passed away at PAM Health Specialty Hospital in Rocky Mount on Friday, July 14, 2023. She was born in Johnston County to the late Paul Vernon Johnson and Virginia Lane Johnson on September 6, 1947. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded…… read more »
John Goodsell Latt
July 12, 2023, 92, Goldsboro — John Goodsell Latt, 92, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at ECU Health Medical Center. Born in Hendersonville on October 25, 1930, he was the son of the late Emil F. and Gail Goodsell Latt. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his brothers,…… read more »
Evelyn “Faye” Brock Darden
July 11, 2023, 82, Poquoson, VA — Evelyn “Faye” Brock Darden, 82, passed away in Poquoson, VA on July 11, 2023. Born in Johnston County on May 24, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Albert James Brock and Mittie Massey Brock. Faye worked for many years with the Goldsboro News-Argus and Seymour Johnson…… read more »
Diana Lynn Fitzgerald
July 11, 2023, 60, Goldsboro — Diana Lynn Fitzgerald, 60, passed away on Tuesday, July 11, 2023. Born in Raleigh, West Virginia on February 16, 1963, she was daughter to the late Donald Fitzgerald and Victoria Fitzpatrick. A graveside service to celebrate Diana’s life will be held on Friday, July 21, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.…… read more »
Martha Ellen Thompson Clarke
July 9, 2023, Goldsboro — Martha Ellen Thompson Clarke peacefully departed this life and joyously entered her eternal reward on Sunday, July 9, 2023. God was placed first and center in Martha’s life. She was a witness to others of God’s love and mercy. She was faithful to the Lord and His church, and it…… read more »
J.R. Daughtry
July 8, 2023, 87, Goldsboro — J.R. Daughtry, 87, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus at his home on July 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Sampson County on November 20, 1935, he was the son of the late Frank Daughtry and Rena Bass Daughtry. J.R. will best be…… read more »
Donnie Martin Johnson
July 7, 2023, 89, Goldsboro — Donnie Martin Johnson went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, July 7, 2023, surrounded by his family. Donnie was born in Sampson County on April 4, 1934, one of fourteen children, to the late Dallie V. and Evangeline Green Johnson. In addition to his parents, he…… read more »
