All Obituaries

ROCKY MOUNT - Robert R. "Bass Man" Johnson, age 53, passed away Monday, January 27, 2020 at Johnston Health in Smithfield, NC. He is survived by his devoted wife, Jean Johnson; sisters, Jo Ann Gardner (Al) of Roanoke Rapids, and Barbara Ann "BJ" Dominguez (Johnny) of Smithfield; special friends, James and Cathy Warrick of Rocky Mount, Kelsey, Tyler, Hannah, Amber, and TJ "Little Bear"; along with several nieces, nephews and many friends. The family will...

NASHVILLE, NC – ​ David “Doc” Holliday, age 72, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Nash UNC Health Care. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Maxine Holliday, and sister, Susan Holliday. He is survived by his wife, Rosemary Holliday; children, Michelle Gresham (John) of Las Cruses, NM, and Jon Holliday (Shirley) of Tarboro; brothers, Nick Holliday, Tom Holliday (Ann Marie), and Gail Holliday (Regina), all of Ohio; grandchildren, Brandy and Zachery...

NASHVILLE, NC – Kenneth "Mark" Williams, Jr., age 54, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020. Mark was a much-loved father, son, brother, and dear friend. He was long time friendly face and faithful employee of Piggly Wiggly. He worked and made many friends at the Raleigh Road and Pinetops locations. He is survived by his sons, Chase and Hunter Williams and step-son, Damion Allen, all of Macclesfield; father, Kenneth Williams (Brenda) of Kenly; mother, Joanne Williams of...

ROCKY MOUNT, NC –  Debra LaVon Stancell Cooper, age 64, went to be with her Savior on Wednesday, January 22nd, 2020.  She was born in Rocky Mount, NC on February 25, 1955 to Kenneth Capel Stancell and Mary Louise Stancell.  In addition to her “daddy”, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Clyde Leslie Alexander.  Debra attended Rocky Mount City Schools and enjoyed several excellent teachers including two of her favorites, Priscilla and J.C....

Nashville Teresa Petway, age 56, of Nashville, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 at Laurels of Chatham in Pittsboro, NC. She is survived by her best friend and life partner, Craig Vaughan of Nashville; children, Thomas Petway of Wendell and Hailey Petway (Hector) of Seattle, WA; sister Kathy Alford Smith (Herb) and brother David Alford (Lori), both of Red Oak. A graveside service will be held Thursday, January 23, 11:00 AM, at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. The family will receive friends...

MACCLESFIELD Edwina Jefferson Barry, age 80, passed away Monday morning, January 13, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Thelma Jefferson, and her husband, Robert M. Barry. She leaves a lifetime of treasured memories for her children, Michael S. Barry and his wife, April of Macclesfield and Joan Fenescey of Florida; sister, Marie McKeel of Tarboro; and brother, Roger Jefferson of Macclesfield. She was a loving Mema to five grandchildren: Lindzie, Lanie, and...

Rocky Mount- Edward “Ed” Vander English, age 87, passed away peacefully Sunday evening, January 12, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Blanche English; son, Timothy English; and first wife, Shirley English.                                                                       ...

Tarboro - Clifford "Kippy" Lipscomb, age 59, passed away Friday, January 3rd, 2020 at Vidant Edgecombe Hospital in Tarboro.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Norma Jean Lipscomb. He is survived by his daughter, Deanna D. Lipscomb; brother, Carl D. Lipscomb, Jr.; and sister, Jeannie Benton. A private memorial will take place at a later date.

PINETOPS Rufus Earl Pollard, age 60, passed away Thursday morning, January 2, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mark Albert, Jr. and Dorothy Brown Pollard; and sister, Carolyn Pollard Balmer. Earl is survived by a loving family that includes his brothers, Mark Pollard, III and wife, Jennie of Pinetops, Gene Pollard and wife, Kathy of Wilson, James Pollard, and Ben Pollard and wife, Sheila of Macclesfield. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews; special friends,...