Jane Harrison Brown
Jun 27, 2026
Whitakers
Jane Harrison Brown, age 79, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, June 27, 2026 at her home with her devoted husband by her side. She was preceded in death by her parents, J.T. Harrison and Bonnie Strickland; sisters, Frances H. Tarleton and Cathy H. Savage; and grandson, Michael Fields.
She is survived by her husband of sixty years, Gerald L. "Jerry" Brown;...
Roland "Papa" Marlow
Jun 27, 2026
Roland Henry Marlow, lovingly known by many as “Papa”, went Home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, June 27, 2026, surrounded by his devoted family. His journey began in Edgecombe County on November 15, 1941, the oldest son born to Vester and Ola Clewis Marlow.
Roland was raised in Edgecombe County as part of a large, loving family...
Bobby Dean Joyner
Jun 22, 2026
Bobby Dean Joyner, 67, passed away on June 22, 2026. He was born on August 18, 1958, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, to Janet Gardner and Bob Joyner.
Bobby was a talented carpenter and builder whose skill, dedication, and craftsmanship were evident in everything he did. He took pride in his work and was always willing to lend a helping hand...
Magdeline Gupton
Jun 21, 2026
“Other things may change us, but we start and end with family.”
After 97 years, Magdeline Layton Gupton has heard the words “Well done, thy good and faithful servant.” On June 21st, her faith became sight as she entered heaven and saw her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
She was born in Vance County on December 12, 1928, to Tommy and Cora...
Ann Marie Richau
Jun 19, 2026
In Loving Memory
Ann Marie Richau, age 80, of Rocky Mount, NC, passed away Friday, June 19, 2026 peacefully at Nash UNC. She was born on February 6, 1946 in Lockport, New York.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilbert and Ann Elizabeth Richau; her brothers, Wilbert C. Richau Jr. and Walter H. Richau; her children, Rebecca A. Larkin and...
Melissa W. Fleming
Jun 18, 2026
Melissa Woolard Fleming, age 52, passed away early Thursday morning, June 18, 2026 at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, North Carolina. She was born on March 7, 1974 in Marion County, Florida to Bobby and Sharon Woolard. She was preceded in death by her father, Bobby Eugene Woolard.
She is survived by her husband, David M. Fleming; mother, Sharon Kay...
James Stacey Parrish
Jun 16, 2026
Youngsville -
James Stacey Parrish, age 57, passed away at WakeMed Hospital Raleigh on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
Stacey is survived by his son, James Rusty Parrish of Youngsville; daughter, Ashlee Parrish of Wendell; grandchildren, Brantley and Paisley; brother, David Silver (Tracey) of Youngsville;...
Jean Pittman
Jun 14, 2026
Jean Pittman, age 65, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, June 14, 2026 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born in Martin County on January 10, 1961 to Mack and Gladys Lewis Medford. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Noyel Medford, Harvey Medford and Bruce Medford.
She leaves many precious memories for...
Michael "Mack" Wayne Lynch
Jun 11, 2026
With the love of his family surrounding him, Michael “Mack” Wayne Lynch, Sr., passed away peacefully at his home in Rocky Mount, NC on Thursday morning, June 11, 2026 at the age of 74.
Mack was born in Halifax County, NC on September 21, 1951, to Rossie and Louise Lynch. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...
Jewel "Reneé" Brady Stallings
Jun 9, 2026
With the love of her precious family surrounding her, Jewel "Reneé" Brady Stallings passed away peacefully at her home in Tarboro, NC on Tuesday afternoon, June 9, 2026 at the age of 66.
Jewel was born in Nash County, NC on June 24th, 1959. She was a loyal wife, loving mother and cherished grandmother during her time here on Earth. On...
Debbe Tucci Livingston
Jun 8, 2026
Debbe Tucci Livingston, age 72, passed away Monday, June 8, 2026 at Nash UNC Health Care in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. She was born on December 6, 1953 in Kings County, New York. She was preceded in death by her mother, Shirley Driver; father, Vince Tucci; son, Benjamin Ward; grandson, Johnathan Ward and sisters, Maggie Pittman and Nancy Beam.
She leaves...
Frances Gurganus Atkins
Jun 8, 2026
Frances Gurganus Atkins, age 80, passed away peacefully Monday afternoon, June 8, 2026. She was born in Nash County on October 31, 1945 to Howard and Nina Moore Gurganus. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-two years, Elmo Dan Atkins; sister, Diane West and great-grandson, Lawson Wells Atkins.
She is survived by her...
Donnie Bass Jr.
Jun 7, 2026
Donnie Bass, Jr., age 50, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2026 at Nash UNC Health Care in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. He was born on April 10, 1976 in Nash County. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Louis Bass and step-father, John Albert Bunn.
An avid gardener and a phenomenal cook, Donnie had a unique gift for turning...
Woodrow "Woody" Wooten, Jr.
Jun 6, 2026
Woodrow (Woody) Wooten, Jr., 65, son of the late Woodrow Wooten, Sr. and Gladys Moore Wooten, passed away early Saturday morning, June 6, after a brief illness. ...
Guildaroy Baker
Jun 5, 2026
Guildaroy Baker, age 104, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 5, 2026. Her journey began in Brunswick County, North Carolina on October 23, 1921.
She was preceded in death by her husband of seventy years, Vernon Baker; son, Bradford Baker; sisters, Betty Ellis and Edna Greer and brothers, Archie Henry, Leon Henry and Tom Henry.
Guildaroy is survived by her son, Van...
Leon Bissette
Jun 4, 2026
With his wife and children by his side at his home, Leon Rex Bissette stepped into the loving arms of his Savior Jesus, Thursday evening, June 4, 2026 at the age of 90 years.
Leon was born in Nash County during the Great Depression on February 15, 1936, the first of two sons of Elmer Rex and Effie Davis Bissette. In...
Edwin Willis Reid
Jun 2, 2026
Edwin Willis Reid, age 87, passed away at his home early Tuesday morning, June 2, 2026.
He was born in Nash County on November 22, 1938 to James L. and Mamie Griffin Reid. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of almost sixty years, Julia Johnson Reid; son, Edwin "Randy" Reid; son-in-law, James "Jay"...
Debbie Davis
May 29, 2026
Deborah "Debbie" Davis, age 72, passed away Friday morning, May 29, 2026 at ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital in Tarboro, North Carolina.
She was born in Edgecombe County on February 2, 1954 to Earl L. and Joyce Eason Batts. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-one years, James S. "Jimmy" Davis; son, Rodney Davis;...
Becky Lynn Penwell
May 27, 2026
Becky Lynn Penwell, age 67, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 27, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on August 18, 1958 in Bethel, North Carolina to Samuel and Betty Cutchin Penwell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Sam Penwell.
She is survived by her brother, Tommy Penwell and wife, Sherry of Rocky...
Betty Rackley
May 27, 2026
Betty Paris Rackley, age 90, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. She was born on September 1, 1935 in Nash County to Ambrose and Beulah Paris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack S. Rackley and nine siblings.
Betty worked in the accounting industry for most of her life. In...