All Obituaries

Warsaw - Mr. Willie Gavin, Jr. 83 peacefully crossed the shores of time Saturday, April 13, 2024 at his daughter's home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Warsaw - Elder Braxton R. Frederick Sr., 66 moved from his earthly home to his heavenly mansion he often preached about on Friday, April 12, 2024 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville. Born in Halifax Co., Elder Frederick is the son of Evangelist Christine Davis Frederick and the late Deacon Lenzy Ray Frederick. As a servant of the Lord, he served as pastor of Hines Chapel Freewill Baptist Church, Warsaw and Piney Green Freewill Baptist Church, Mt. Olive. He was a devoted...

Warsaw - Mrs. Bettye L. Gigher, 82 completed her earthly journey Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Warsaw Health & Rehabilitation. Born in Kenansville, NC., she is the daughter of the late Leslie Barden Jr. and Alberta Miller Barden and was a graduate of E.E. Smith High School She is survived by MaeBelle Hudson (Adam) of Raleigh; Craig Barden (Rhonda) of Riverdale, GA; three granddaughters, ten great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  

Faison- Mrs. Lettie Lucille Armwood, 87 went from labor to reward Saturday, March 23, 2024 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Sampson Co., she is the daughter of the late Quincy and Rena Faison Lewis. Cherished memories will linger in the hearts of her sons, Edgar Armwood Jr. (Barbara Jean) of Turkey, Dan Armwood (Sharon) of Clinton and Mitchell Earl Armwood (Norma) of Newton Grove; three daughters, Shurby Jean Lewis of Garner, Barbara Ann Newton (Sylvester) of Harrells...

Goldsboro - Mrs. Louise Smith Broadie, 74 ascended into the arms of Jesus Sunday, March 17, 2024 at Goldsboro Health & Rehabilitation Center. She is the daughter of the late David Lee Smith and Lena Taylor Smith and was born in Wayne Co., on December 13, 1949. She leaves to cherish loving memories to her daughter, Veronica Smith (Kevin Sr.); three grandchildren, Katrina Broadie, Kevin Smith Jr. and Kameron Smith; four great-grandchildren, Knowledge Broadie, Nijah McCullen, Niquan...

Kenansville - Mrs. Linda Nobles Farrior,  82 completed her earthly journey Thursday, March 14, 2023 at Day Springs Assisted Living, Wallace. She is the daughter of the late Cedric and Mary Kornegay Nobles and wife of the late Willie Farrior and was born in Lenior County on December 23, 1941. Cherished memories will linger in the hearts of her children, Cornelius Alvin Nobles of Maury, Alfred Lee Nobles (Margaret) of Raleigh, Shannon Tyrette Humphrey (Timothy) of Kenansville...

Seven Springs - Ms. Betty Reyes, 55 transitioned Wednesday, March 13, 2023 at her home. Born in Cameron Co., Texas, she is the daughter of Agustine Reyes. A time of viewing and reflection will be held Tuesday, March 19, 2024 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Garris Funeral Home. Cherished memories will linger in the hearts of her son, Romeo Pantoja Jr. and other relatives and friends.  

Mt. Olive - Mr. Renado Briley, 71 departed this walk of life Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at Genesis Health Care. Born in Westchester, PA ., he is the son of the late John Briley and Ethel Lee Williams Briley. Cherished memories will linger in the hearts of his aunt, Cliffornia Pearsall and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, he has been reunited with his brother, Wayne Briley.    

Dudley - Miss Anna E. Wilson, 68 was added to Heavens Garden Monday, February 19, 2024 at Wayne UNC Health Care. Born in Duplin Co., she is the daughter of the late Simon and Fannie McCullen Wilson. She leaves to cherish loving memories to a host of cousins: Michael and Ginney Sauls and the Country Pines Family of LaGrange; a special friend, Jessica Lovelace and other friends.  

Mt. Olive - Mr. Jean Marcelus Chery, 64 transitioned Friday, February 16, 2024 at Wayne UNC Health Care., Goldsboro. Born in Haiti, he was the son of Meus Chery and Dieuvela Barthelemy. He is survived by his beloved wife, Jacqueloine Michel Chery; daughter, Jesula Chery; son Christberth Chery; brothers and sister, Bergina Chery, Rebert Chery, Dieufaite Chery, Dieupene Chery, Libienne' Chery, and Andre Chery; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jean Marcelus Chery will...