Billy Bridgers
May 18, 2026
Billy Bridgers, a faithful servant of God, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by the love and prayers of his family.
A devoted Christian man, Billy dedicated his life to serving others, spreading the Word of God, and showing kindness to everyone he met. He was a longtime member of Gideons International and the Kiwanis International, where he faithfully...
Delores May
May 17, 2026
Delores Ann May, age 79, passed away on May 17, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Horace and Juanita Winstead Taylor; sisters, Gladys Liles, Gail Weston; brother, Joseph Taylor; and daughter-in-law, Erin Grist May.
Delores is survived by her husband, Clifton Ray May; sons, Joseph Brian May of Fort Payne, AL and Daniel Keith May (Christy) of Rocky...
Randy Nutter
May 16, 2026
Randy Allen Nutter, beloved husband of twenty-six years to Jean Nutter, passed away Saturday evening, May 16, 2026 at Wilson Medical Center in Wilson, North Carolina.
In addition to his wife, he leaves a caring circle of church family and friends at Barnes Hill Church in Nashville, NC, where he and Jean were long-time members.
The family will host a memorial Celebration...
Samuel Brown
May 16, 2026
Sam Brown, age 79, passed Saturday evening, March 16, 2026 at Rocky Mount Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Nash County, NC on April 21, 1947. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Christopher Summerlin, Jr.; sister, Mary "May" Tickle; brother, Willie "Bud" Brown, Jr.; and twin sister, Susan Pittman.
Sam was a true outdoorsman...
Leona Faye Harrell
May 15, 2026
Leona Faye Harrell, age 83, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026 with her family by her side. She was born in Pitt County on October 13, 1942 to Jake C. and Mary pollard Elks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her youngest son, Donald Earl "Donnie" Harrell.
She is survived by her husband of almost sixty-eight...
Vickie Carol Adcock
May 13, 2026
Tarboro -
Vickie Carol Adcock, age 65, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, following a brief illness. She was born in Edgecombe County on October 15, 1960 to Carlton and Ginger Faye Adcock. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Judy Sessoms, and a niece, Jamie Cohen.
She is survived by...
Brenda "Kay" Rooks
May 11, 2026
Rocky Mount –
Brenda “Kay” Rooks, age 79, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026. Her journey began in Nash County on January 10, 1947, the second daughter born to Luther David Pridgen and Eva Hall Pridgen.
In 1966, Kay married the love of her life, Jimmie and their bond was evident to everyone around them. They were inseparable, often found riding Jimmie’s...
Julia Dodd Masters
May 9, 2026
Nashville –
Julia Dodd Masters, age 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro, North Carolina. She was born on March 15, 1943 in Wilson County to Felix and Anne Bass Dodd. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-four years, Ed Masters and son, Paul...
Lynette Saunders
May 8, 2026
Nashville -
Connie “Lynette” Hinshaw Saunders passed peacefully at Kitty Askins Hospice Center on May 8, 2026. She was 70 years old. Born in Liberty, North Carolina, in Alamance County, Lynette spent her early years with her family on their farm and airstrip, surrounded by cows, chickens, dogs, and planes.
In 1991, she made Nashville, North Carolina her home, where she became...
William “Billy” Proctor
May 6, 2026
Rocky Mount -
William Thomas Proctor, affectionately known as “Billy”, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 due to complications from Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia at the age of 86. His journey began on January 11, 1940 in Edgecombe County, the second son born to George Proctor, Sr. and Minnie Lee Benson Proctor.
Billy was a graduate of the West Edgecombe...
Ken "Danny" Warfield
May 4, 2026
Rocky Mount -
Ken “Danny” Warfield, Jr, age 71, passed away peacefully Monday, May 4, 2026. He was born in Sullivan County, New York on August 15, 1954. He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth Keith Warfield, Sr and Lynda Miller Warfield and sister-in-law, JoAnn Warfield.
He is survived by his children, Nathaniel Warfield and wife, Jill of Bristow, VA...
Justin "J" Pearson
May 3, 2026
Rocky Mount -
Justin “J” Pearson, age 38, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026. He was born on July 14, 1987 in Nash County to John “Steve” Pearson and Teresa Adams Pearson. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Thomas “Joe” Adams; paternal grandparents, William “Bill” and Beatrice Pearson; uncle, Robbie Pearson; and his angel baby, “Butterbean”.
He is survived...
J.C. Womble
May 3, 2026
Spring Hope -
Joseph Charles “J.C.” Womble, of Spring Hope, passed away in the early morning of Sunday, May 3rd, 2026. He was born in Nash County on August 5, 1934, to Cicero and Beulah Wester Womble.
J.C. graduated from Spring Hope High School, where he played football, baseball, and basketball. After high school, he proudly served in the U.S. Army for...
Joyce Jennings
Apr 29, 2026
Castalia –
Joyce Richards Jennings, age 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at Edgecombe Health and Rehabilitation in Tarboro, North Carolina. She was born on August 26, 1943 to John and Hilda Myers Richards. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Randolph “Randy” Jennings and sister, Frances Kennell.
She is survived by...
Willie Joyner
Apr 27, 2026
Willie Mae Saunders Joyner, of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, passed away on April 27, surrounded by her two children.
Born in Rocky Mount, Willie was a lifelong member of the community she cherished. She built a life centered on family, creativity, and caring for others. As a dedicated hairdresser, she not only styled hair but also formed lasting friendships with those...
Delores Cannon Hoggard
Apr 26, 2026
Pinetops -
Delores Cannon Hoggard finished her race here on earth, the 26th of April at the age of 78 years old.
Delores was born on August 14, 1947, in Edgecombe County to Raymond David and Flossie Mae Pearson Cannon. She graduated from Tarboro High School in 1966.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59...
Deborah Elizabeth Brown
Apr 25, 2026
Deborah Elizabeth Brown, affectionately known as "Debbie", passed away peacefully Saturday, April 25, 2026.
A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Patsy Nelms Wheeler
Apr 25, 2026
Rocky Mount -
With her beloved family by her side, Patsy Nelms Wheeler, age 86, finished her race and was ushered Home to her Savior Saturday morning, April 25, 2026.
Patsy came into this life in Nash County, NC towards the end of the Great Depression on July 19, 1939. She was the second child born to William Arvie and Lillie Hudson...
Peggy Carr Quinn
Apr 24, 2026
Tarboro -
Peggy Carr Quinn, age 86, passed away Friday evening, April 24, 2026 at the Barclay House of Tarboro.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Pineview Cemetery, Pinetops, NC. The family will greet friends immediately following the service.
Peggy was born March 18, 1940 in Edgecombe County to James H. and Annie Webb Carr....
Robert Ratcliffe
Apr 18, 2026
Scotland Neck -
Robert Shane Ratcliffe, age 55, passed away on Saturday evening, April 18, 2026, at home surrounded by his mother and children. He was born in Fairfax, Virginia on February 20, 1971.
He is survived by his children, Randall Ratcliffe, Kaitlyn Ratcliffe (Jonathon), Holly "Hollywood" Ratcliffe, Alyssa "Sissabug" Silver (Dillon), Colton "Boleboy" Ratcliffe (Whitney) all of Front Royal, Virginia, Leaira...