August 4, 2024, 83, Dudley — Myrtle Jean Davis, age 83, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, August 4, 2024, at Sutton’s Retirement Center. She was born in Wayne County to the late John McKinnley & Alma Mae Smith Newcomb. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Kenneth Newcomb &…… read more »
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Myrtle Jean Davis
Daniel A. Phelps
July 23, 2024, 27, Goldsboro — Daniel was the victim of a hit-and-run accident while riding his bike. Daniel was a quiet man but with an infectious smile. If a friend called and was in need, he would drop all and go to help them. He was truly that guy who would give you the…… read more »
Franklin Rudolph Hooks, Jr.
July 23, 2024, 76, Goldsboro — Franklin Rudolph Hooks, Jr., age 76, passed away Tuesday, July 23rd at Wayne UNC Healthcare. Born in Wayne County, he was the son of the late Franklin R. Hooks, Sr., and the late Judith Marie Yelverton Hooks Scott. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn Blair and…… read more »
Rebecca Williams Godbold
July 12, 2024, 77, Teachey — Rebecca Williams Godbold, 77, of Teachey passed away Friday at ECU Health in Kenansville. She was the daughter of the late Timothy Graham and Mary Aleene Register Williams. Her parents were blessed with two special children, Rebecca and Tim. She married Harold G. Buckner and together they had two…… read more »
Sherrill Douglas Best
July 17, 2024, 49, Mount Olive — Sherrill Douglas Best, 49, of Mt. Olive passed away Wednesday, July 17th, at his home. He was born on March 13, 1975, to Sherman Best and the late Connie Anderson Best. Sherrill was also preceded in death by his grandparents Dallie Dixon & Minnie McCullen Best and Willard…… read more »
Ruby “Carol” (Burroughs) Anderson
July 22, 2024, Gulf Breeze, FL — Ruby “Carol” Burroughs was the youngest of six siblings born to the late James and Ruby Burroughs of Dudley, NC. She spent her childhood growing up on the Burroughs family farm. From a young age, it was apparent that Carol had a natural talent for making things beautiful.…… read more »
Lois Elaine Kessler
July 21, 2024, 61, La Grange — Lois Elaine Kessler, age 61, of La Grange passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, at UNC-Lenoir Health in Kinston. She was born in Libertyville, IL to the late Theodore Nester and Lois Nelson Bellefeuille. A memorial service will be held Friday, July 26, 2024, at 5:00 PM at…… read more »
Frances Smith Rentz
July 20, 2024, 78, Walnut Creek — Frances Smith Rentz, age 78, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024, at her home in Walnut Creek. She was born in Wayne County to the late John and Goldie Holland Smith She was preceded in death by her children Stephen Cartrette Jr., Jeffery Cartrette, and Judy Darlene Cartrette.…… read more »
Joyce Elizabeth Lane Foss
July 16, 2024, 64, Goldsboro — Joyce Elizabeth Lane Foss, age 64, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024. Born in Wayne County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Bobby and Kathleen Turnage Lane. She was a retired Deli Manager with Piggly Wiggly grocery store. A graveside service will be held Friday, July 19,…… read more »
Charles (Chip) Thompson
July 13, 2024, 75, Goldsboro — Charles (Chip) Thompson, 75, of Goldsboro, died peacefully on July 13 at UNC Health Wayne. He was born in Goldsboro to the late Dr. Winfield and Louise Thompson. Chip was an avid outdoorsman and a member of The Lord’s Table Church of Goldsboro. A memorial service will be held…… read more »
