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The caring staff members at Johnson Funerals and Cremations are always on hand to offer assistance and answer any questions you may have. We pride ourselves on providing compassionate, understanding service to the families we serve.
At Johnson Funerals and Cremations, we believe that every life is unique, and every funeral should be too. We celebrate life. For those who wish to plan their arrangements in advance, we offer The Simplicity Plan® prearrangement program, an easy way to handle an important family responsibility. Johnson also accepts prearrangements made at any funeral home and offers many different plans and services to honor the life of a loved one.
Our funeral home features two large visitation rooms, each of which can be converted into two smaller rooms. Our beautiful, large chapel can seat over 200 people allowing us to meet the needs of all types of services, from an elaborate celebration to a small memorial service.
Our Obituaries
James Ray Nichols
August 31, 1930 - May 17, 2013
Mr. James Ray Nichols, age 82, passed away at his home on May 17, 2013.
He served his country in the Military during the Korean Conflict, graduated UNC-CH School of Journalism and earned a graduate degree at NYU. He was the Managing Editor for the Rocky Mount Telegram and Manager of Information and Publications for Carolina Telephone.
He was preceded in death by his parents Archie E. and...
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Irving Vann Reynolds
April 10, 1925 - May 16, 2013
Mr Irving Vann Reynolds, age 88 passed away on May 16, 2013 in the Vidant Medical Center, Tarboro.
He Graduated from N.C. School For the Deaf, in Morganton, NC where he enjoyed playing Basketball and Football, also where he met his loving wife Helen Burgess Reynoldes of 57 years who preceded him in death. Parents, William Vann Reynolds and Minnie Roberts Reynolds, brother ,Ronnie Hood and...
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Eula Mae Summerlin
September 27, 1928 - May 15, 2013
Eula's Obituary
Eula Mae Summerlin, 84, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday May 15, 2013. She was born September 27, 1928 and daughter of the late Willie L. and Ida Turner Wadsworth.
She was preceded in death by her husband A.B. Manning and husband Edgar M. Summerlin; one brother Roosevelt, one brother-in-law Charles Pigg, three sisters-in-laws Irene, Peggy, Nadine, one step...
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Ernest James Denty
February 21, 1928 - May 10, 2013
Ernest James Denty "Ernie," was born and raised in Oakland, CA prior to enlisting in the United States Army in 1946. He was stationed in Germany where he met his first true love, Lydia "Lilly" Stemmer. Ernie and Lilly had three children and moved to Rocky Mount after 20 years of military service. Ernie worked for Rocky Mount Wastewater Treatment Plant, Tri-County Industries, and Nash-Edgecombe...
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Charlie Lee Jackson , Sr.
April 14, 1926 - May 10, 2013
Mr. Charlie Lee Jackson, age 87 passed away on May 10, 2013, at Nash General Hospital.
He served his country in the US Army during WWII. He retired from the city of Rocky Mount after thirty years of service, at which time, he ran his own business, Jackson Heating Service.
He is survived by his wife of sixty-eight years, Gay Harper Jackson of the home;
one daughter, Betty Lou and Dale...
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William Gray Baines
August 27, 1939 - May 7, 2013
"Gray" Baines
William Gray Baines, 73, passed from this life to his heavenly home with his Lord and Saviour on Tuesday May 7th 2013 after a short illness.
He was born in Nash County on August 27, 1939 to the late Charlie David and Millie Ganey Baines. He was also predeceased by his brothers, Wiley and Jimmie Baines.
Gray served his country honorably and...
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Eloise Jane Joyner
February 26, 1923 - May 3, 2013
Eloise Edwards Joyner, 90, passed away Friday, May 3 at Sentara Nursing Center – Currituck County , Barco, NC.
Mrs. Joyner was born February 26, 1923 in Rocky Mount, NC and resided there until moving to Currituck County in 2010 to be closer to family. She passed away peacefully with her family by her bedside.
She was the daughter of the late Ernest G. and Della Daughtridge Edwards...
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Minnie Ruth Peele
January 23, 1937 - April 28, 2013
Mrs. Minnie Ruth Ayers Peele "Bunchy", 76, passed from this world into her heavenly home on April 28, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eddie and Dorothy Ayers. Minnie was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She loved her family and friends dearly. She was an active member of Ridgecrest Worship Center.
She leaves to cherish her...
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Betty Lee Swann
November 22, 1941 - April 24, 2013
ROCKY MOUNT – Betty Lee Maxey Swann, 71, died peacefully Wednesday, April 24, at Rex Healthcare, Raleigh.
A small businesswoman and devoted mother and grandmother, Swann was born Nov. 22, 1941 in Beaver, W.Va. She is preceded in death by husband Danny Lee Swann and parents Freda and Glen Maxey of Beckley, W.Va.
Betty owned and operated Collectors' Headquarters baseball card shop off Highway...
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Joy Sears Dozier
August 7, 1930 - April 23, 2013
Mrs. Joy Sears Dozier, departed this world on April 23, 2013 at the Vidant Edgecombe Hospital after a long illness. She was born on August 7, 1930 in Enfield, NC.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, Eugene F. Dozier, parents William Taft Sears and Lillian Hackney Sears, Grandparents James Gilbert Sears and Lucy Edwards Sears
Joy is survived by her son...
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Annie Hadnott Lewis
June 14, 1928 - April 21, 2013
Mrs. Annie Hadnott Lewis, age 84, passed away in the Nash General Hospital on April 21, 2013.
She was a member of Faith Baptist Church, retired from Rocky Mount Mills, loving Mother, Grandmother and Wife.
Annie was preceded in death by her husband Jessie A. Lewis, daughter Wanda Lewis Denton and parents Robert and Annie Elizabeth Hadnott.
She is survived by her three sons: Kenneth and wife...
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Ottis Lathan "Bill" Crocker, Jr.
June 25, 1926 - April 17, 2013
Mr. Ottis Lathan "Bill" Crocker, Jr. age 86 Passed away on April 17, 2013 at his home.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents, four brothers and two sisters.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years: Alma Ruth Crocker of the home, four daughters: Nancy C. Barker of Silva, NC, Janet C. Spring, Vicki C. Nelms and Lisa C. Carmody all of Rocky Mount, one son Ricky Crocker of Rocky Mount. 10...
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Dorothy J Winstead
May 4, 1926 - April 12, 2013
Dorothy Joyner Winstead, 86, passed away at Hunter Hill Nursing and Rehab on Friday April 12, 2013.
She was born in Wilson County on May 4, 1926 to the late Richard and Minnie Joyner.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Darcey Turner Winstead, brothers, Earl Joyner and Harvey Lee Joyner of Elm City; two sisters, Marie Weaver and Beulah Pridgen...
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Mary Ruth Radford
September 1, 1930 - April 4, 2013
Mrs. Mary Ruth Mooneyhan Radford, Peggy, 82, passed from this world into her heavenly home on Thursday, April 04, 2013.
She was born on September 1, 1930 in Nash County, North Carolina.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, James Porter Mooneyhan and Rosaleigh Ramsey, 3 brothers; James, Lloyd and Henry Mooneyhan, 1 sister; Margaret Winstead and husband, Fred I Radford.
Peggy's main love...
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Louise Chappell Radford
July 5, 1923 - March 31, 2013
Louise C Radford, 89, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2013in the Wilson Memorial Hospital, Wilson NC.
She is preceded in death by her husband Haywood Radford.
She is survived by her children, Leno Radford of Middlesex, Michael Radford of Elm City, Tommy Radford of Red Oak, two daughters Mary Inscoe of Henderson, Shelia Anderson of Spring Hope, one sister Ruth Barefoot of Rocky Mount.
A...
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Marilyn Lolita Batchelor
August 26, 1930 - March 24, 2013
Lolita slept in the lap of the Lord on March 24, 2013. Her final days were spent with her loving family. Lolita was a loving wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and friend. She loved her family and friends dearly. She was an active member of Socastee Baptist Church in Myrtle Beach, SC for many years.
Lolita was welcomed to Heaven and preceded in death by her son, Timothy Batchelor and...
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John Williams Allen
December 9, 1950 - March 22, 2013
John Williams Allen, age 62, of Rocky Mount, NC, passed away March 22, 2013, in Wilson Medical Center.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Lucy Williams Allen and father, Roderick McIver Allen Jr of, Plymouth, NC and father in law Herbert Whittington, of Benson, NC.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Pat Allen, of Rocky Mount, NC, daughter and son in law, Jenna and Jonathan Eggleston,...
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Dodsworth Sumerlin
October 26, 1930 - March 14, 2013
Mr. Dodsworth Sumerlin, 82, went home to be The Lord on March 14, 2013. He lost his battle with a severe respiratory infection and blockage combined with COPD and weakness in his heart.
He was born in Edgecombe County but later lived in both Nash and Halifax Counties. He devoted many years to the textile industry, serving as plant manager of Shotland Mills in Rocky Mount, as well as...
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Marjorie Laura Schlener
February 7, 1930 - March 11, 2013
Marjorie Schlener, age 83, passed peacefully on March 11, 2013, at her home in Rocky Mount, NC.
She loved reading, crocheting, walking and above all her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Schlener of Massapequa, NY; one son, Charles Schlener of East Islip, NY; one daughter, Kathryn Filippone of Syosset, NY; one grandson, Anthony Schlener of Nashville, NC; and one...
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Willie Bank Parrish, Sr
July 16, 1926 - March 10, 2013
Willie "Bank" Franklin Parrish, Sr., age 86, of Greenville, NC, passed away March 10, 2013, in Vidant Medical Center.
He was a longtime member of Mt. Ararat Holiness Church of Henderson, NC and Bible Tabernacle of Nashville, NC. He retired from Krispy Kreme after 40 years of service.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Parrish.
He is survived by one son, Willie Franklin...
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Jesse Clyde Pridgen
December 20, 1916 - March 9, 2013
Mr. Jesse Clyde Pridgen, age 96 passed away on March 9, 2013 at his home in Rocky Mount.
He served his country during WWII in the United States Army. He served as Deacon of the Falls of the Tar Primitive Baptist Church.
Jesse was preceded in death by his wife Lettie Pearl Pridgen, son William Clyde Pridgen and daughter –in-law Linda Hendrix Pridgen.
He is survived by his grandchildren,...
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Paul David Bullock, Sr
January 30, 1920 - March 5, 2013
Mr. Paul David Bullock, Sr., age 93, passed away at Kindred Care-Sunnybrook in Raleigh, NC. He was formerly of Rocky Mount, NC.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Jessie Ann Lewis Bullock and father, James Howell Bullock; two brothers, Larry Bullock and Jasper Bullock; five sisters, Ella B. Mozingo, Blanche B. Mozingo, Sallie B. Satterthwaite, Irene Bullock and Hazel Bullock; two half...
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James Rawley Medlin
January 11, 1926 - March 3, 2013
Mr. James Rawley Medlin, age 87 passed away on March 3, 2013 in Autumn Care of Nashville.
James served his country in the US Army, worked for the Seaboard Coastline Railroad for more than 30 years. After his retirement he worked in the parts department at Don Bullock Chevrolet and Boddie Noel Enterprises as a security guard. His loves were his family, fishing and Nascar.
He is preceded in death...
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Louise Carroll Mitchell
May 23, 1922 - March 2, 2013
Louise Carroll Mitchell, 90, passed away at Autumn Care of Nashville on Saturday March 2, 2013.
She was born in Nash County on May 23, 1922 to the late Benjamin and Jennie Gupton Carroll. She was preceded in death by her husband, John W. Mitchell, Sr, a Son, John W. Mitchell, Jr., brother-in-law, Robert(Cotton) Ruffin and 2 brothers and 4 sisters.
She...
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Robert Lewis Smith
March 17, 1940 - February 15, 2013
Robert Lewis Smith, 72, passed away Friday, February 15, 2013 at Nash General Hospital.
Robert was born in Bladen County, NC to the late Lewis Sanford and Mary Guy Smith and was preceded in death by a sister, Eleanor Grace Smith and a brother-in-law Dick Scott.
Robert loved his country and proudly served in the National Guard and Army Reserve.
A loving husband and father, who loved his...
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Pattie Dawn Mullins
June 23, 1961 - February 4, 2013
Mrs. Pattie Dawn Mullins, 51, of Rocky Mount, passed away February 4, 2013 in the Vidant Medical Center, Greenville NC.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held February 7, 2013 at 2 PM in the Chapel of Johnson Funerals and Cremations, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount with the interment following in the Forest Hills Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Wednesday night from 6:30 PM until 8...
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Ruby Robinson Poland
August 29, 1948 - January 29, 2013
Ruby Robinson Poland, 64, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday January 29, 2013.
She was born in Nash County on August 29, 1948 to the late Richard and Maggie Smith Robinson. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Elton Robinson.
Ruby is survived by her husband; Jerry Poland, daughter; Andrea Poland, brother; William Robinson (Karen), sisters; Laverne Robinson Summerlin (Bill) and...
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Reginald Edward Cook
March 15, 1929 - January 29, 2013
Mr. Reginald Edward Cook, age 83 passed away in the Universal Health Care of Nashville on January 29, 2013.
Mr. Cook was preceded in death by his parents Alma Edwards and Jim Cook, wife of 40 years, Sallie Mae Cook, and brother, Jack Cook.
He is survived by his two sons Tim and wife Elizabeth Cook of Nashville, Martin Cook of Nashville, two brothers: David Earl Cook of White Oak and Dan Cook...
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Paul Marvin Henderson
July 2, 1926 - January 29, 2013
Paul Marvin Henderson, 86 of Rocky Mount joined his loving wife Patricia to eternal life on January 29 2013. Born in 1926 in Halifax County he was the eldest son of the late John L. Henderson and the late Netti Viverett Henderson. He was preceded in death by his wife Patricia B. Henderson, sister Billie and brother Guy.
Paul was a veteran of World War II serving our country in the United...
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Charlie Ray Carpenter
October 23, 1950 - January 24, 2013
Mr. Charlie Ray Carpenter, age 62 passed away in the Nash General Hospital on January 24, 2013.
Charlie Ray worked at Carolina Steel for more than 30 years. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting and fishing. He attended Taylors Chapel Church, Sandy Cross.
He is preceded in death by his mother Annie Rea Carpenter and father Charlie Winslow Carpenter.
He is survived by his wife Wanda...
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Charlie "CW" Cone
August 23, 1918 - January 23, 2013
Charlie Wilbur Cone, aged 94, passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Odell Cone, and son, Danny M. Cone; brothers, J.T. Cone, Harold Gray Cone, and John Cone, all of Middlesex; sisters, E. J. Hellman of Hampton, VA,and Beatrice Hales of Middlesex..
He is survived by a son, (W.C.) Wilbur Carroll Cone and wife, Joyce, of Rocky Mount; daughters,...
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Lonnie "Lona" Daughtridge
May 18, 1925 - January 9, 2013
Lona Mae Daughtridge, 87, passed peacefully and surrounded with loved ones, on Wednesday, January 9 in Wilson, NC. Lona was born in Black Creek, NC on May 18, 1925, one of 10 children born to John Lee and Cecilia Lamm. She lived in Black Creek until she went to Baltimore, Maryland as a young woman, during World War 2, to train to become an Army Corps Nurse. When the man she loved returned...
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Zada Conner Jones
July 4, 1939 - January 9, 2013
Mrs. Zada Conner "Jonsie" Jones, passed away on January 9, 2013 in the Nash General Hospital. She was born on July 4, 1939 in Kinston, Lenoir County to the parents James W. Conner and Annie Edwards Conner Moye. She was a Certified Nursing Assistant, 2nd Level and was previously employed at IHS of Nash.
She was preceded in death by her husband Richard Howard "Hambone" Jones Jr. and brother Jim...
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Deborah Sawyer Jones
September 29, 1955 - December 31, 2012
Deborah Sawyers Jones, 57, passed away on Monday December 31, 2012 at Duke University Hospital.
She was born on September 29, 1955, in Richmond, VA, to the late Roy Sawyers, Sr. and Helen Shropshire Sawyers.
She is survived by her husband; William Jones, Son; Mike Hylton and wife Lisa of Rocky Mount, daughters; Heather Sills and husband Carl of Elm City, NC and Samantha Parker and husband...
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Donnie Qualls Denton
August 9, 1934 - December 27, 2012
Donnie Qualls Denton went home and reunited with the love of her life on Thursday, December 27th, 2012. She was born to John Kelly and Dolly Mae Qualls on August 9th, 1934 in Nash County. Donnie Ray worked on the family farm during her childhood years and enjoyed playing basketball for Edward Best High School. In 1951, she married her true love, Tom Arch Denton, who preceded her in death almost...
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Sarah Margaret Kistler
June 19, 1936 - December 27, 2012
Ms.Sarah Margaret Coleman Kistler, age 76, passed away on Thursday, December 27, 2012 at Ridgewood Manor Nursing Facility in Washington, North Carolina.
She was the daughter of Mary Lena and Samuel Coleman of Hinton, West Virginia. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Bob and Luther, and by her sisters, Anna and Helen.
Sarah left West Virginia shortly after graduating from high...
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Ada Jenkins Brantley
September 8, 1922 - December 23, 2012
Ada Belle Jenkins Brantley, age 90, was delivered to heaven in the arms of the Angels on December 23, 2012
She was the daughter of Charlie and Fannie Jenkins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; brothers Monk and Tommy Jenkins and sisters Maggie Everette and Lillie Long.
Left to cherish her memory are three daughters and their husbands; Betty and Cecil Capps, Elizabeth and Carl...
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Mary Bell Grant
September 28, 1925 - December 21, 2012
Mary Bell Grant, 87, passed away on Friday, December 21, 2012.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 23, 2012 at 3pm at Johnson Funerals and Cremation Chapel with interment following at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service at the funeral home.
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Joseph Garland "J.G." Sykes
January 7, 1926 - December 20, 2012
Joseph Garland "J.G." Sykes, age 86, died surrounded by his loving and dedicated family on Thursday, December 20th, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents: G.R. and Annie Sykes, his beloved son, Jerry Garland Sykes, and sisters, Julie Sykes Upchurch and Pauline Sykes.
He was a veteran who proudly served his county in World War II and served 36 years as Secretary of Sunday School at...
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Wiley Burrell Joyner, Jr
October 1, 1929 - December 15, 2012
Mr. Wiley Burrell Joyner, Jr., age 83, passed away at his home in Rocky Mount. He was born in Nash County on October 1, 1929, to parents Ethel Pierce and Wiley Burrell Joyner.
Wiley Joyner was a great body man, starting his career in 1951. He owned Joyner's Body Shop in Rocky Mount, NC until retirement. He specialized in Volkswagens and took pride in all of his work. He was a well known bowler...
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Zelma Hill Rogers
March 25, 1920 - December 4, 2012
Zelma Hill Rogers went to be with her Heavenly Father on Tuesday, December 4, 2012.
She was born on March 25, 1920 in Green County, NC, to the late Matt and Dora Wade Hill. She was preceded in death by her son Richard Rogers, Jr; Sister; Dorothy Hill Barnes; and Brothers; Elmer, Earl and Durwood Hill.
She is survived by her husband of 72 years, Richard Rogers, Sr., her daughter, Bunny and...
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Rhonda Denise Griffin
April 13, 1968 - November 29, 2012
Rhonda Denise Griffin, age 44, passed away November 29, 2012 in the Nash General Hospital, Rocky Mount, NC.
She was born April 13, 1968 in Nash County. She was preceded in death by her father, John Gilbert Griffin.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her mother Geraldine Lucas Griffin. Rhonda is survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins.
She is also survived by her furry friends: Booger,...
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Benjamin Franklin Edwards
February 23, 1923 - November 28, 2012
Mr. Benjamin Franklin "B.F." Edwards, age 89 passed away on November 28, 2012.
B.F. served his country in the Army Air Corps as an Aviation Engineer during WWII from 1943 until 1946. He retired after 50 years as a maintenance employee in the Textile Industry.
B.F. is preceded in death by his father Ernest Joseph Edwards, mother Mary Mandy Edwards and brother Otis Edwards
B.F. is survived by...
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Miriam Jean Mullen
July 20, 1932 - November 28, 2012
Mrs. Miriam Cooper Mullen, age 80, passed away November 28, 2012 in the Kindred Care of Rocky Mount.
She was a long time member of the West Mount Baptist Church where she was an active member of the Choir. She taught Water Aerobics at the YMCA and was a charter member of the Twin County Good Sam's Club where she was past secretary and a lifetime member.
Miriam is preceded in death by her...
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Doris Hedgepeth Long
February 14, 1922 - November 20, 2012
Mrs. Doris Hedgepeth Long, aged 90, passed away in the Nash General Hospital on November 20, 2012.
She is preceded in death by her son, Edward Jenkins, and one granddaughter, Pamela Jenkins. Doris is survived by her three sons: Clarence R. Jenkins of Rocky Mount, John H. Jenkins of Jacksonville, FL and H. Levi Jenkins of Rocky Mount; one sister Elaine Fureler of Halifax, NC and a brother,...
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Myrtle Coggin Wilder
January 20, 1924 - November 20, 2012
Myrtle Lee Coggin Wilder, passed away on November 20, 2012, at the age of 88. She was born January 20, 1924 to Martin Alonza and Mable Claudia Coggin. She was preceded in death by her husband Morris Raymond Wilder, and her daughters Mable Lucille Wilder and Martha Wilder Morgan.
She is survived by her son, Morris R. Wilder and wife, Alana. She leaves behind her loving granddaughters and their...
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John Henry Gupton
January 13, 1947 - November 16, 2012
Mr. John Henry Gupton, age 65, passed away in Nash General Hospital on Fridau, Nov. 16, 2012.
John retired from Tri-County Industries in Rocky Mount and resided at the home of Mr. Herb Grier of Tarboro, N.C.
John was preceded in death by his mother, Edith Barnes Hayes and sister Lila Jean.
Graveside services will be held at Pineview Cemetery, Rocky Mount, N.C. on Monday, Nov. 19,2012 at...
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Audrey Griffin Thompson
September 17, 1930 - November 5, 2012
Ms. Audrey G. Thompson, age 82, passed away November 5, 2012 after a prolonged illness. Audrey is preceeded in death by her husband, Archie T. Thompson, Sr.
Audrey is survived by her two sons: Archie Thompson Jr (Elizabeth) and Harold Thompson (Debra); and two grandchildren Kristjan and Mikayla.
The family will receive friends Wednesday night at Johnson Funerals and Cremations, 661...
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Geneva Mae Moss
October 29, 1927 - November 5, 2012
Geneva Mae Mitchell Moss, 85 of Wake Forest went to be with our Lord on Monday, November 5, 2012. She was born on October 29, 1927 in Red Oak, NC and was the daughter of the late Sele Mitchell, Sr and Geneva Clay Mitchell. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Charlie Gray Moss, Jr, her beloved son, Marvin Lee Moss, Sr, and her daughter-in-law, Mary "Mickie" Moss.
Geneva worked in Rocky...
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Margaret Clark Cooley
October 16, 1919 - November 2, 2012
Margaret Cooley departed this life and went to be with our Lord and Savior on November 2, 2012.
She was born in Wilson County, the daughter of the late Ira Evan Clark and Beulah Della Baker.
She was preceded in death by: her husbands, U. S. Hinson, William M Watson and David E. Cooley; a son, Ulysses S. Hinson, brothers, J. T. Clark, R. C. Clark; half-sisters, Nellie Garrard, Gwennie and...
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Jasmine Althea Kea
May 27, 1956 - October 31, 2012
Jasmine Althea Kea was born in Kingston, Jamaica on May 27, 1956 to Dudly and Millicent Wilson. On October 31, 2012, Jasmine entered into eternal rest to be with our Heavenly Father and Lord Jesus Christ.
At an early age, Jasmine moved to the Bronx, New York with her family. After graduation from high school, she attended Bronx Community College and Columbia Presbyterian Hospital...
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Norma Faye Cook
April 4, 1921 - October 28, 2012
Ms. Norma Faye Hearn Cook, 91, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2012 while surrounded by family. She is best known for her zest for life and love for her family. Her legacy of unconditional love will always be felt by the lives that she touched. The daughter of Robert Lee Hearn and Minnie Leigh Jones Hearn, Norma was born in Burgaw, NC on April 4, 1921. After attending the Carolina School of...
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Audrey Lancaster Sherrod
April 6, 1928 - October 23, 2012
Audrey E. Lancaster Sherrod passed away peacefully at home on October 23, 2012. She was born on April 6, 1928 to the late Richard Lancaster and Almeta Dickens of Sharpsburg. She was preceded in death by two husbands John Price, of Rocky Mount, and Redmond Sherrod of Spring Hope; one sister, one brother, and a son.
Grandma is survived by her sister, Regina Lancaster of Safe Harbor, Florida,...
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Mae Bunn Taylor
February 17, 1925 - October 20, 2012
Ms. Mae Bunn Taylor the widow of Jesse Taylor passed away at her home in Rocky Mount on October 20, 2012 at the age of 87. Mae retired from Barcalounger.
She is preceded in death by her sister Lucille Wilder and brother Jake Bunn.
Mae is survived by her two sons: Allen Bunn and Jimmy Taylor, three daughters: Carolyn Barefoot, Sandra Shearin and Gail Shearin, two brothers: Ellis Bunn and...
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Ernestine Flood Williams
March 13, 1917 - October 17, 2012
Ms Ernestine Flood Williams, age 95 passed away in the Nash General Hospital on October 17, 2012.
She was born on March 13, 1917 in Edgecombe County, the daughter of the late Ernest Flood and Eula Lewis Flood.
She was preceded in death by her husband Warren G. Williams on December 1982. She enjoyed and loved going to her church at Victory Free Will Baptist in Wilson.
She is survived by one...
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Robert Anderson Bunn
November 10, 1946 - October 16, 2012
Mr. Robert Anderson Bunn, age 65 passed away at Wake Med in Raleigh, NC on October 16, 2012.
Robert was born on November 10th, 1946 in Nash County. He was the son of the late William and Hazel Bunn. He leaves behind two brothers: Richard Bunn and wife, Elizabeth of Wilson and Danny Bunn and wife Sherrie of Rocky Mount and three sisters: Emma Bunn Braswell and husband, Henry and Millie Bunn...
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Fred Iboo Radford
December 15, 1932 - October 3, 2012
Johnson Funeral and Cremations
661 English Road
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Phone 252-937-8886
Fax 252-937-8186
Mr. Fred Iboo Radford, age 79 passed away in the Vident Medical Center, Greenville on October 3rd, 2012.
Fred served his country in the US Air Force for more than 27 years, and also with the US Postal Service for more than 19 years. He also was a member of the OMAR shrine Temple....
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James Ray Raper
April 12, 1931 - September 28, 2012
Following a lengthy illness, James Ray Raper, age 80, former owner of Rays Phillips 66 Bypass Auto service and Rays Union 76 station on Church Street, died peacefully in the comfort of his home on September 28, 2012.
Born on April 12, 1931, he was the third child of Jane Boykin Raper and Ezra Ervin Raper of Johnson County, NC. He was predeceased by both parents and a sister, Irene Raper Beel....
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Emma Burgess Wood
November 21, 1924 - September 28, 2012
Emma Price Burgess Wood departed her earthly life September 28, 2012 at Breckenridge Retirement Center. She was born November 21, 1924 in Edgecombe County.
She is preceded in death by parents Jim and Maude Dickens Price, sister Mollie Griffin, and brothers Jessie Price and James (Bo) Price and husband Alton E Wood.
She is survived by daughters Patricia Grooms of Rocky Mount and Nancy Burgess...
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Gladys Cayton Tyson
August 29, 1933 - September 19, 2012
Ms. Gladys Cayton Tyson, age 79, passed away on September 19, 2012 in Nash General Hospital, Rocky Mount.
Ms. Tyson is preceded in death by her husband Owen Tyson, mother and father Maggie and Charlie Cayton, son David Dougherty and 5 brothers and sisters.
She is survived by her two sons: Darrin Dougherty of Pinetops and Darrell Tyson of Kill Devils Hills, two daughters: Diane Wyss of Brunswick...
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Shirley Beaudry Burgess
October 29, 1935 - September 15, 2012
Shirley Beaudry Burgess, 76, passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012 peacefully in her sleep after a long illness.
She was born October 29, 1935 in Holyoke, Massachusetts to the late George and Eva Dupius Beaudry.
She was preceded in death by her sons, Larry Alton Burgess and Steven George Burgess and her brothers, Ernest, Francis, Raymond, and George Jr. Beaudry and her sisters, Alice Cyr and...
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Albert Lee Surles, Jr
December 11, 1949 - September 7, 2012
Albert Lee Surles Jr. ( big boy ) 62, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday September 7, 2012. Mr. Albert Surles was born to the late Albert and Cora Surles on December 11, 1949 in Wilson N.C. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Lennie Ray and sister Mary Rodenbo.
Albert Lee Surles leaves to cherish his memory , a loving wife of 42 years, Geraldine...
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Johnny Ray Morris, Jr
January 18, 1962 - September 3, 2012
Johnny Ray Morris Jr. Passed from this life Monday, September 3. He was born January 18,1962.
Johnny Ray was a generous, multi-talented individual who was afflicted with a chronic and disabling disease that left him unable to realize his full potential.
He was preceded in death by his mother June B. Morris.
He is survived by his father, Johnny Morris Sr., who steadfastly stood by him...
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William McKinley Daniels
April 12, 1928 - August 25, 2012
Mr. William "Billy" McKinley Daniels, age 84 passed away Saturday, August 25, 2012 in Rocky Mount. He is proceeded
in death by his parents Athalee and Mack Daniels, brothers; Harold, Charles, Earl, Harvey "Bo", Eddie and Robert,
sister; Pauline 'Polly" Cary and nephew; Gene Daniels.
He is survived by is wife of 58 years, Darwell, daughters; Debbie Hodges of Rocky Mount, Jan Daniels of...
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James Curtis Flowers
August 15, 1925 - August 25, 2012
Mr. James "Curtis" Flowers, 87, was ushered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 25, 2012. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Estelle Jenkins; brothers, Johnny Floyd, Fernie Roscoe "Bud", Edward "Earl'; daughters, Sheila Elaine and Donna Lane. He is survived by his spectacular wife of 63 years, Dorothy Farmer Flowers; loving daughter...
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Tony Ray Johnson
December 29, 1962 - August 10, 2012
Mr. Tony Ray Johnson, age 49 passed away on August 10, 2012 at his home in Raleigh.
He is survived by his mother and father Cheryl and Raylon Johnson of Rocky Mount, brother: Greg Johnson of Waxhaw, NC
A Celebration of Tony's life will be held August 13, 2012 at 11 am in the Chapel of Memories Mausoleum, Rocky Mount Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour before the service at...
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Eula Blanche Adams
September 23, 1915 - August 7, 2012
Mrs. Eula Wells Adams, age 96, on August 7, 2012 angels escorted her to her eternal home..
She is preceded in death by her husband Thurman J. Adams, Parents, seven grandsons and two granddaughters.
Left to cherish her memory are seven daughters: Doonie G. Cole, Betsy Jackson, Earlene Williams ( John H.), Joyce Lucas, Linda Lucas, Diane Monroe (Steve) and Carolyn Edelin, two sons: Alton Adams,...
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Frances Duck Garris
September 9, 1926 - August 7, 2012
Mary Frances (Duck) Garris, formally of Enfield, NC went home to be with Jesus and her family on Tuesday, August 7, 2012. Duck loved her family and friends and gave without expecting anything in return. She was a wonderful cook and enjoyed making her friends' and family's favorite foods. Her heart's desire was to be with them and to cook each one something special. She made fudge, bread...
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Margaret Marie Tant
May 6, 1920 - August 5, 2012
Margaret Marie Skinner Tant , 92 , passed away Sunday August 5, 2012 at Nash General Hospital.
Born in Nash County on May 6,1920, she was the daughter of the late James Roy and Catherine Osterburg Skinner. She was preceded in death by her Husband, Walter Robert Tant, a grandson, James Aaron Tant, sister, Agnes S. Harper, brothers, Jesse, Ed, Billy, Harvey and Bobby Skinner.
She is...
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Dale Maurice Reams
November 17, 1956 - August 1, 2012
Dale Maurice Reams passed away Wednesday, August 1, 2012.
Dale is preceded in death by his father Joseph Pridgen Reams.
He is survived by his mother Florine M. Davis, two daughters Angela Cynkar and Tanya Woodson, son Dale Reams brother Joseph Allen Reams, sister Teresa Reams Mooring.
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Mary Sue Price
July 2, 1939 - July 30, 2012
Sue Price went to meet her savior July 30,2012. She is proceeded in death by Mary Benson and her son Gregory Bass. She is survived by Daryl and Carolyn of Rocky Mount and Lynn and Pam Bass of Wilson. She is also survived by her 4 grandchildren Travis Bass, Johnathan Bass, Ashleigh Bass, and. David Finch Jr. She was a member of People's Fellowship Baptist Church. Her services are at Johnston...
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Beaulah Griffin Bunn
March 25, 1921 - July 29, 2012
Mrs. Frances Griffin Bunn, age 91 passed away July 29, 2012 with her family by her side.
Her loves were her family, cooking, gardening and working with her flowers. She also enjoyed watching NCSU Sports.
Frances is preceded in death by her husband of 54 years Marcus Bunn Sr. two brothers: Raymond and James "Gigi" Griffin, three sisters: Lizzie Mae Medley, Annie Bell Pitt, Minnie Ruth Schultz....
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Walter Dusty Moore
July 30, 1944 - July 27, 2012
Mr. Walter Price "Dusty" Moore, age 67 passed away on July 27th, 2012.
He was born on July 30, 1944 in Nash County. A devoted husband, father and grandfather, Dusty cherished his family. Dusty served his country in the US Air Force. He was the owner and operator of Moore Plumbing Company, LLC for 40 years. A member of the West Mount Baptist Church and Past President of the West Mount Ruritan...
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William Donald Daughtridge
June 6, 1937 - July 23, 2012
Mr. William "Bill" Donald Daughtridge, age 75 passed away on July 23, 2012, in the Wake Medical Center, Raleigh surrounded by his loving family. He served his country proudly on the USS Saratoga in the US Navy.
Bill was a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and friend.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife Faye, of 39 years, brother: Talvin "Red" Daughtridge.
He is survived by...
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Bessie Thompson Wilson
June 5, 1924 - July 22, 2012
Bessie Thompson Wilson, 88, passed away at her home, Sunday July 22, 2012.
She was born in Halifax County, NC on June 5, 1924 to the late Johnnie Washington and Maude Susan Hayes Thompson. Mrs.Wilson was a member of Parkwood Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Leon Wilson, sisters, Emma Lou Davis, Ruby Brake, Hazel Stansel and Julia Stone brothers, William E....
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Janet Marue Summerlin
March 19, 1926 - July 19, 2012
Janet Marue Summerlin, 86, a pioneer in developing the modern hospital laboratory in Greensboro, died July 19.
She is survived by four cousins Patricia Thornton of Illinois; Janet Molinet of Tennessee; Mitchell Brown of California; Betsey Coleman of Rocky Mount; and her best friend of 60 years and caregiver Opaleene Beamer.
Marue was born on March 19, 1926, in Stantonsburg, N.C. two years...
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Philip Green Harvey
December 11, 1956 - July 14, 2012
Mr. Philip Green Harvey, age 55 passed away at his home in Rocky Mount NC went to be with the lord peacefully on July 14, 2012, at his home surrounded by his family after a long illness.
Philip was born on December 11th, 1956 in Summers County West Virginia. He was the son of the late Basil Green Harvey and the late Betty Lou Butler Harvey. He was born and raised in Nimitz West Virginia.
He was...
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Thomas Herbert Smith, Jr
April 11, 1930 - July 6, 2012
Thomas "Tom" H. Smith, Jr., 82, of Rocky Mount, NC went home to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, July 6, 2012 peacefully in the beautiful NC Mountains. He was born April 11, 1930 in Nash County, Rocky Mount. Tom was the son of the late Thomas H. Smith, Sr. and Mary Parker Smith.
Tom loved his Lord and Savoir, Jesus Christ, loved his family and loved his country. He was a committed...
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Irene Williams Vick
June 17, 1941 - July 4, 2012
Irene Williams Vick, 71, passed away at Nash General Hospital on Wednesday July 4, 2012.
Irene was born in Nash County on June 17, 1941 to the late Richard Winston and Catherine Eleanor Shirey Williams She was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Catherine Denise Vick, brothers Mac Arthur and Richard Melvin Williams, a sister, Leda Elsie Wilson. ...
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Anita Faye Logan
June 10, 1952 - July 2, 2012
Anita Faye Lancaster Logan, 60, Born June 10, 1952. She departed this life July 2, 2012. Anita was preceeded in death by Mother,Christine (Stumpy) Lancaster, Father, Joseph (J.D) Lancaster, Sister, Carolyn Fittery and Brothers, Joseph Lancaster, Jr. and William Earl Lancaster.
Anita is survived by son, OJ Thornton of Elizabeth City, sisters, Jean Fox and Louise Boseman, both of Rocky Mount...
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Alice Faye Daughtridge
May 6, 1944 - June 26, 2012
Mrs. Alice Faye Daughtridge, age 68 passed away on June 26, 2012, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Faye was a loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister and friend.
She is survived by her husband William "Bill" Daughtridge of the home, two sons: Donnie R. and Marlene Glover of Rocky Mount, Ricky D. Glover of Spring Hope, daughter: Kandi D. Kizziah of Rocky Mount, two brothers:...
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Geraldine Pomeroy Skinner
September 19, 1925 - June 24, 2012
Mrs. Geraldine 'Dula' Pomeroy Skinner, 86, of Sharpsburg, passed away the morning of Sunday, June 24, 2012 while in residence at Phoenix Assisted Care in Cary, NC.
Jerry was born in Shippensburg, PA where she lived until joining the Women's Army Corps (WAC) in 1945. She was stationed in New York City where she met her husband, Allen Elbert Skinner. She and Elbert made their home in Sharpsburg,...
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Gladys Coley Flood
August 4, 1933 - June 22, 2012
Gladys Coley Flood, 78, was called to her heavenly home on Friday June 22, 2012.
Gladys was born on August 4, 1933 to the late Marion Theodore and Gladys Mae Taylor Coley and was a member of Gospel Missionary Baptist Church of Rocky Mount. She was a loving mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Solomon Lee Flood, grandson,...
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Martha Marie Lewis
March 23, 1943 - June 20, 2012
Martha Wheeless Lewis, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to all, passed away Wednesday. Daughter of the late Artis Edward "Shorty" Wheeless, and Frances Elizabeth "Fanny Bet" Frazier Wheeless, she was also predeceased by her brothers William A. "Billy" Wheeless, and Robert J. "Bobby" Wheeless, and her beloved sister-in-law Bertha Barnes Wheeless.
She leaves behind, to cherish...
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John Wilmer Williams
June 8, 1918 - June 16, 2012
Mr. John Wilmer Williams age 94 passed away in the Kindred Care in Rocky Mount on June 16, 2012.
He was born in Edgecombe County on June 8th 1918, the son of William David and Lela Williams. He was involved in the Construction trade in the Rocky Mount area for more than 45 years.
He is survived by his daughter: Annie Doris "Anne" Smith of Richmond, Va and son John and Henrietta Williams of Lake...
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Anthony Eugene DeMarco, Sr
December 29, 1941 - June 15, 2012
Mr. Anthony Eugene DeMarco, Sr, age 70 of Rocky Mount passed away in the Nash General Hospital
A Memorial to Celebrate his life will be held Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at 7 PM in the Chapel of Johnson Funerals and Cremations, 661 English Road.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 PM before the service.
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John J.T. Moore, Sr
January 20, 1931 - June 11, 2012
J.T. Moore, 81, of Edgecombe County passed away peacefully on Monday, June 11, 2012. He began his journey on January 20, 1931 in Nash County, North Carolina. In 1950, he graduated from West Edgecombe and married his high school sweetheart and wife of 62 years, Mavis Moore of Elm City. He is survived by his wife, their four children and their spouses; Mack and Sherrie Pulliam of Rocky Mount,...
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Shirley Stephens Joyner
October 10, 1936 - June 7, 2012
Shirley Stephens Joyner, 75 passed away at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville on Thursday June 7, 2012.
Shirley was born in Nash County on October 10, 1936, and for many years worked as a sewing machine operator in local clothing manufacture. She loved her church and church family dearly. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Joyner, a Daughter, Norma Land and a Son Gary Joyner...
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Myrtle King High
April 18, 1930 - May 15, 2012
Myrtle King High, 82 passed away at Nash General Hospital on Tuesday May 15, 2012.
Myrtle was preceded in death by her husband Lawrence Barbour, grandson Jason Devers, and daughter Jackie B. Smith, sisters Bertie Council, Sallie Brantley, and Edith Allen, brothers Woodrow and Cecil King.
She is survived by her daughter Brenda Smith and husband Marvin of Nashville, granddaughter Angela Armstrong...
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Annie Pearl Cook
September 10, 1920 - May 9, 2012
Mrs. Annie Gardner Cook age 91 passed away peacefully at her home in Rocky Mount on May 9th, 2012.
Annie's loves were her family, friends and Falls Road Baptist Church.
She is preceded in death by her mother and father Pearl Vick and Malvin Thomas Overby, her husbands Albert Lee Gardner and Simon Hoy Cook.
Annie is survived by her two daughters: Angie and Bill Barnes and Marcia Gardner, two...
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Grace Melton Adcox
December 23, 1946 - May 8, 2012
BATTLEBORO - Grace Madeline Melton Adcox, 65, died peacefully in the early morning hours of May 8, 2012 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital. Grace was born on December 23, 1946 to the late Dennis Hodge and Madeline Parker Melton in Halifax County. Grace was preceded in death by her husband, Sammy Adcox, and her sister, Betty Jo Archer.
A member of Avalon Baptist Church, Grace nurtured those...
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Nikitia Richards Beddingfield
November 22, 1922 - May 8, 2012
Mrs. Nikitia Richards Beddingfield, age 89 passed away on May 8th, 2012 in the Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids.
Kita's loves were her family and church.
She is preceded in death by her husband Earl C. Beddingfield, mother and father Buck and Nellie Richards, son Larry Beddingfield, three brothers: Woodrow, Baxter and Fernie Richards, one sister Estelle Jones.
She is...
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Pearl Thompston Massengale
November 10, 1926 - May 6, 2012
Mrs. Pearl Thompson Massengale, age 85 passed away May 6, 2012 in the Nash General Hospital.
She was a member of the Salem Baptist Church in Whitakers.
She is preceded in death by her mother and father Ettie Perry and Jessie Thompson, her husband Jimmie G. Massengale and brother Robert Thompson and sister Ruby Warren.
She is survived by her sister Christine Hardee of Nashville and many nieces...
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Margaret Dale Simmons
January 14, 1947 - April 29, 2012
Mrs. Margaret Dale Simmons passed away in her home on April 29th 2012. Margaret was an Edgecombe county native and was proceeded in death by her parents, Leslie Milton and Margaret Eloise Dickens.
Margaret graduated with the class of 1965 from West Edgecombe High School. She was Homecoming Queen her senior year. She was active in all school activities and was one of the star players on the...
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Mamie Jane West
September 20, 1942 - April 27, 2012
Mamie Jane West, 69, was called to glory on Friday April 27, 2012.
Mamie was born on September 20, 1942 to Willard and Elizabeth Harper Whitley. She worked in the food service industry , a career that she enjoyed for most of her life.
She leaves to cherish her memory, husband Thomas West, daughters; Sherry Taylor and husband Robbie of Whitakers, NC and Terri Hawkins and special friend,
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Robert Lane Oakley
December 19, 1935 - April 26, 2012
Robert Lane Oakley, 76, passed away April 26, 2012 at Avante of Wilson.
He was born December 19, 1935 in Edgecombe County and was the son of the late Roland Lee and Mary Clark Oakley. He was predeceased by a sister, Evelyn Marie Woodcock and a brother Willie Ivey Oakley. He was employed by the Virginia pilot of tidewater, VA.
He is survived by a son, Mark Lane Oakley and his wife, Carole of...
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Dorothy Cox Braxton
November 19, 1928 - April 25, 2012
Dorothy Cox Braxton, 83, went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday April 25, 2012.
Dorothy was born in Pitt County, NC on November 19, 1928 to the late Jasper Lee and Melvin Jones Cox. She was predeceased by her husband Thad "Bud" Braxton, Jr., and a son, James Ray Braxton.
She is survived by a daughter; Judy B. Hill (John) of Winston-Salem, NC sons; Steve Braxton(Wanda) of Macclesfield, NC,...
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