Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Rocky Mount, NC. and surrounding areas.

"Little David" Raynor

"Little David" Raynor

May 24, 2020

Macclesfield

William "Little David" Raynor, age 48, passed away Sunday, May 24th, 2020.

Little David's journey here on earth began in Edgecombe County, NC as a son born on January 13, 1972 to David and Lela Page Raynor. From an early age, he had a passion for life and enjoyed being with his family and...

Carl Franklin Sellars

Carl Franklin Sellars

May 23, 2020

Rocky Mount –

Carl Franklin Sellars, 84, surrounded by his family, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday evening, May 23, 2020.

He is survived by his wife, Lynn Proctor Sellars; children, Debbie Sellars (Burt Philips), Ronnie Sellars (Mike McCain), and Kathy Sellars Adcox (Mark); stepchildren, Jeff Dillon (Renee), Kelly Paris, and Jennifer Fisher...

Dennis Robert Sawyer

Dennis Robert Sawyer

May 22, 2020

Dennis Robert Sawyer, 78, surrounded by his daughters, passed away peacefully at his home Friday, May 22, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Carolyn Lee Scott Sawyer; parents, John Alfred and Evelyn Skyles Sawyer; and son-in-law, Kemp Edwards.  Dennis proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corp and was an employee...

Sharon Syfrett

Sharon Syfrett

May 21, 2020

ELM CITY -

Sharon Renne Syfrett, age 53, passed away Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville. Arrangements will be posted when available.

Hubert Hyde

Hubert Hyde

May 17, 2020

Nashville

Hubert H. Hyde, age 95, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 17, 2020, in the comfort of his home following an extended illness.

Hubert was born in Tifton, Ga. on January 13, 1925 to the late Charlie R. and Maggie Thomas Hyde.  He was also preceded in death by...

William Howard Taylor

William Howard Taylor

May 16, 2020

Pinetops -

William Howard Taylor, 56, passed away Saturday, May 16th, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow Wilson Taylor Sr. and Carolyn Ann Taylor.  He is survived by his wife, Vicky Taylor of Pinetops; son, William Howard Taylor II; daughter, Tiffany Leigh Taylor; grandchildren, Alana Kokoruda, Melanie Ann Peaden, Damon Wilson...

Robert "Bob" O'Neil

Robert "Bob" O'Neil

May 15, 2020

Robert "Bob"O'Neil , age 72, died of  a heart attack on  May 15, 2020, in Greenville NC at Vidant Health.

Bob is survived by his wife, Jeffrey Lynn O'Neil, of  Tarboro, NC; his daughter Heather Dautrich of Waldorf , Maryland. His daughter, Holly Zegalia (Steve) of  St. Leonard Maryland; and his grandchildren William Dautrich IV, Charles Zegalia...

Bobby Ross Jones

Bobby Ross Jones

May 12, 2020

RALEIGH –

Bobby Ross Jones, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. He was born July 12,1934 in Nashville, N.C. to LeRoy and Rella (Strickland) Jones.

In addition to his parents, He was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine C. Jones, son, Douglas Arnold Jones, and infant daughter, Donna Lynn Jones.

...

Nicole "Nikki" Jackson

Nicole "Nikki" Jackson

May 9, 2020

WILMINGTON -

Nikki Jackson, age 37, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2020. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Barbara "Mimi" Joyner and paternal grandmother, Rosa Garris Jackson. Nikki will be missed by her four children, Austin and Evan Gore, Riley Tartt, and Isabella Aguirre; parents, Luanna and Jerry Jackson of Rocky Mount; brother, Christopher...

Ernest Leo Long

Ernest Leo Long

May 1, 2020

NASHVILLE –

Ernest Leo Long, age 86, passed away Friday, May 1, 2020 at Vidant Edgecombe Hospital in Tarboro. Leo was preceded in death by two sons, Audie Leo Long and James Thomas Long, as well as five brothers and four sisters.

He leaves his loving wife of eighteen years, Audrey Carpenter Long; son, Timothy...

Helen (Webb)  Daniel

Helen (Webb) Daniel

Apr 29, 2020

Tarboro –

Helen Webb Daniel, 91, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on April 29, 2020.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Kornegay Daniel; parents, William Harvey and Daisy Ruth Webb; brothers, Raymond, Herman, and Wayne Webb; and sisters, Mildred Everette and Betty Brooks Holland....

Walter Frank Lynn, Jr.

Walter Frank Lynn, Jr.

Apr 27, 2020

Rocky Mount -

Walter Frank Lynn, Jr., age 75, passed away Monday, April 27, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter F., Sr. and Nellie Worrell Lynn. Walter was a farmer for most of his life. He also was a contractor for UPS and FedEx for many years. He traveled many miles from South...

Miles Jefferson "Jeff" Joyner, Jr.

Miles Jefferson "Jeff" Joyner, Jr.

Apr 27, 2020

Nashville -

Miles Jefferson "Jeff" Joyner, Jr., age 66, passed away Monday, April 27th, 2020 at Nash UNC Health Care in Rocky Mount, NC. He was preceded in death by his parents, Miles J. and Pattie Ruth Joyner, and an infant sister. Jeff is survived by his devoted wife of thirty-seven years, Pamela Baker Joyner; beloved daughter,...

Sandra Jean Alford

Sandra Jean Alford

Apr 27, 2020

Rocky Mount -

Sandra Jean Alford, age 63, passed away Monday, April 27th, 2020 at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Clara Alford, and a sister, Kennette Alford. She is survived by her daughters, Keri Crisp of Nashville and Amanda Crisp of Rocky Mount; granddaughter, Sunny Robinson; sisters, Alice House of...

William Thomas Harris

William Thomas Harris

Apr 26, 2020

Tarboro -

William T. Harris, age 67, passed away Sunday afternoon, April 26, 2020 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC. He is survived by his sons, Bryan Harris (Heather) of Rocky Mount and Kevin Harris of Conetoe; grandson, Caleb Harris; sisters, Brenda Dodson (Paul) of Clover, SC and Judy Bullock of Tarboro.

A private...

Rose Ann (Harper)  Holloman

Rose Ann (Harper) Holloman

Apr 25, 2020

Rocky Mount -

With her beloved family by her side, Rose Ann Holloman, age 63, passed away peacefully at her home Saturday, April 25th, 2020.

She is survived by her husband, Al Holloman; parents, Carrol James and Jean J. Harper of Selma; children, Heidi Mitchum (William) of Tarboro, Carrie Boykin (Billy) of Pinetops; step- daughter,...

Lindy Earl Walton, Jr.

Lindy Earl Walton, Jr.

Apr 21, 2020

Tarboro -

On April 21, 2020, Lindy Earl Walton, Jr., age 68, went peacefully to be with our Lord and Savior while surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 26, 1951, he was the son of Lindy Earl Walton, Sr, (deceased) and Mary Joyce Woodard, (deceased). Junior was also preceded in death by his brother, Charles...

Joyce (Proctor)  Barnes

Joyce (Proctor) Barnes

Apr 19, 2020

Rocky Mount –

Joyce Proctor Barnes, 84, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Myrtie Proctor; husband, James R. Barnes; brothers, Earl and Michael Proctor; sisters, Vivian Sellers and Agnes Proctor.

Joyce is survived by her children, Philip W. Barnes (Brenda Farmer), Shirley Barnes McLaughlin, and...

Carol (Warrington)  Brinkley

Carol (Warrington) Brinkley

Apr 15, 2020

Rocky Mount -

Carol Warrington Brinkley, age 78, concluded her earthly journey April 15, 2020 after a long, valiant battle with cancer. She served God by being a devoted and loving mother, sister, aunt, educator and friend.

Carol was born in Suffolk, VA on January 13,1942 to Effie S. Warrington and Thomas E. Warrington. She...

Lillian Anne (Moss)  Bradshaw

Lillian Anne (Moss) Bradshaw

Apr 14, 2020

Rocky Mount

Lillian Anne Moss Bradshaw, age 57, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at Nash UNC Health Care.

Anne was born on November 11, 1962 in Wilson County, North Carolina, to Doris Wells Moss.  She grew up in Rocky Mount graduating from Rocky Mount Senior High School in 1981.  Anne loved animals, especially her...

Subscribe

Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.