Don Parrish
Aug 8, 2025
Don C. Parrish, 71, of Wilson, died Friday, August 8, 2025, surrounded by his family.
He was the son of the late Alvin and Nancy Parrish. He was preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn P . Strickland.
Don started work at Carolina Telephone in 1974 and retired from Century Link in 2018. While employed, he enjoyed playing softball for many years...
Owen Tyndall Jr.
Aug 6, 2025
Owen Tyndall Jr., 77, of Stantonsburg, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
He was born on April 29, 1948, to the late Owen Sr. and Lillie Mae Overman Tyndall. He was married to his loving wife, Gale, for 57 years.
Owen was a member of the Lindell community and known as a loving husband, father and “Da”....
Henry Davis
Aug 4, 2025
Henry Lee Davis, 82, of Wilson, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on August 4, 2025 after a long and courageous journey with Parkinson’s disease. He faced every challenge with strength, grace and a resilient spirit that inspired all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at First United Methodist Church, 100 Green...
Jean Walston
Aug 3, 2025
Jean Pittman Walston, 81, of Wilson, died Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Funeral, Tuesday, 2:00 PM, at First United Methodist Church followed by visitation in Asbury Hall. Interment, Wednesday, 10:00 AM, at Evergreen Memorial Park.
Mrs. Walston was an office manager and administrative assistant with several local businesses before retiring. Her longest tenure was serving as the office manager for local optometrist Dr....
Donna R. Mullins
Jul 26, 2025
Donna Riccitelli Mullins passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26th at Harmony Park of Wilson after a long illness. Born in Nashua, NH on March 16, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Nicola and Rose Riccitelli of Milford, NH. She was also preceded in death by her brother Richard Rocco Riccitelli, and sisters, Theresa Agnes Riccitelli, and Laurie...
Tamara Jackson
Jul 23, 2025
Tamara Diana Jackson, 59, of Wilson, died Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
A service was held for the immediate family.
Tamara was born in Huntington, WV on August 11, 1966.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Donna Angelo and Everett Black; grandmother, Genevieve Thompson.
Tamara is survived by her daughter, Amanda Jackson; grandchildren, Christian Brantley, Joel Brantley, and Jesse Brantley; sister, Tina Collins...
Jean S. Griffin
Jul 21, 2025
Jean Stith Griffin, 89, of Wilson, died Monday, July 21, 2025.
A Celebration of Life Service will be on Thursday, July 24, 7:00 PM, at Winstead United Methodist Church, followed by visitation.
Jean grew up in a small blue-collar family with her parents and one sister. She played the trumpet in her middle school band and later became a majorette in high...
Frances Cannon
Jul 20, 2025
Mary Frances (“Frances”) Richardson Cannon, 81, of Sims, died peacefully in her home of 50 years on Sunday, July 20, 2025, after a long, yet brave battle with dementia.
Frances’s beautiful sprit is difficult to sum up in just one paragraph, but some of her past times included any time spent outdoors, especially at the beach or while gardening, dog races...
Buddy Barnes
Jul 17, 2025
Leroy Dewey “Buddy” Barnes, 81, of Wilson, died Thursday, July 17, 2025.
At the request of Mr. Barnes there will be no service.
Buddy was retired from Green Engineering.
He was preceded in death by his parents Leroy and Gladys Rogers Barnes.
Buddy is survived by his daughter, Robin Barnes (Chris) of Wilson; sons, Danny Barnes and Leroy Barnes, Jr. of Wilson; sister, Dorothy...
John Covington, Jr.
Jul 15, 2025
John Anderson Covington Jr., 96, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025.
Born on March 22, 1929, in Danville, Virginia, John was the son of John Anderson and Elizabeth Gwynn Covington. He graduated from Randolph-Macon College before making Wilson, North Carolina his home. There, he began his career as a tobacco buyer alongside his brother-in-law, Pete Fulghum, and the...
Toni Brantley
Jul 15, 2025
Toni Overman Brantley, 77, died peacefully in her sleep at her home in Stanhope, NC on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Her family was surprised and saddened by her sudden passing and will miss her dearly.
Funeral, Saturday, 1:00 PM, at First Baptist Church, Spring Hope, followed by visitation.
Mrs. Brantley was born in Wilson, NC in 1947 and was a graduate of...
Harry Lamm, Jr.
Jul 13, 2025
Harry Linwood Lamm, Jr., 73, of Wilson, died Sunday, July 13, 2025.
A service in honor of Harry will be Thursday, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Williams Lamm and their three children: Anna Elizabeth Lamm of Wake Forest, Harry L. Lamm III of Wilson and William Thomas Lamm and his...
Mary Ann Overman
Jul 8, 2025
Mary Ann Cummings Overman, 87, died Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
The funeral will be Saturday, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service. Interment will be in Maplewood Cemetery.
Mrs. Overman was a woman of integrity and faithfulness, who was dedicated to her family, loved God and her church.
She is survived by her daughter Kay Boykin (David) of Elm City; sons, Robert Liverman (Judy) of...
Donald Cole
Jul 7, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Donald “Don” Edward Cole, beloved husband, devoted father and cherished son who departed this life on July 7, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born on June 5, 1946, in Pinehurst, North Carolina, Don lived a life defined by quiet strength, deep humility, and unwavering kindness. He...
Jimmy Johnson
Jul 7, 2025
Jimmy Welch Johnson, 80, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 10 at 11:00 AM at Wilson Memorial Service, followed by visitation. Interment will take place at Maplewood Cemetery.
Jimmy proudly served his country in the United States Army from November 30, 1966 to August 30, 1969. He carried that...
Sue Eason
Jul 4, 2025
Joyce “Sue” Gates Bartlett Eason, 91, of Lucama, died Friday, July 4, 2025.
A graveside service will be Tuesday July 8th, 10:00 AM, at the Black Creek Cemetery conducted by Rev. Bill Groce, followed by visitation. The family will be at the home of Jeaneen and James Lucas in Wilson, all other times.
Mrs. Eason graduated from nursing school in 1971 and...
Lavonne Deaver
Jul 1, 2025
Lavonne Turner Deaver, 86, of Suffolk, VA, died Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
The funeral will be Wednesday, July 9, 11:00 AM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
Mrs. Deaver was a 1957 graduate of Charles L. Coon High School and Thomas Nelson Community College. She retired from Bay Port Credit Union (Shipyard Credit Union) and was a member of Nansemond River...
Dorothy Calamito
Jun 25, 2025
Dorothy Ann Mastrangelo Calamito, lovingly known as “Mom”, Dottie, Ms. Dorothy, Aunt Dot and Nanny Dot passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, in Greenville, NC, just four days shy of her 83rd birthday.
Born in Jersey City, NJ on June 29, 1942, and raised in Union City, Dottie spent her life embodying love, resilience, and unwavering devotion to her family...
Wanda Woodard
Jun 25, 2025
Wanda Tessnear Woodard, 78, of Wilson, died peacefully at home on June 25, 2025.
Visitation will be at Wilson Memorial Service on Friday, July 11, 2025 from 6:00-8:00 PM. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at First United Methodist Church of Wilson, NC on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Dr. William Presnell, Pastor Emeritus, and...
J.E. Woodard
Jun 22, 2025
J.E. Woodard, 89, of Wilson, died Sunday, June 22, 2025.
Visitation, Thursday, 9:30 AM at Wilson Memorial Service followed by the Funeral at 10:00 AM and Interment in Evergreen Memorial Park.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife Bettie Smith Woodard on June 16, 2025.
J.E. was the youngest of 10 children born to Alex and Mary Gardner Woodard and had many wonderful...
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Don Parrish
Aug 8, 2025
Don C. Parrish, 71, of Wilson, died Friday, August 8, 2025, surrounded by his family.
He was the son of the late Alvin and Nancy Parrish. He was preceded in death by his sister, Carolyn P . Strickland.
Don started work at Carolina Telephone in 1974 and retired from Century Link in 2018. While employed, he enjoyed playing softball for many years...
Owen Tyndall Jr.
Aug 6, 2025
Owen Tyndall Jr., 77, of Stantonsburg, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 6, 2025.
He was born on April 29, 1948, to the late Owen Sr. and Lillie Mae Overman Tyndall. He was married to his loving wife, Gale, for 57 years.
Owen was a member of the Lindell community and known as a loving husband, father and “Da”....
Henry Davis
Aug 4, 2025
Henry Lee Davis, 82, of Wilson, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on August 4, 2025 after a long and courageous journey with Parkinson’s disease. He faced every challenge with strength, grace and a resilient spirit that inspired all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at First United Methodist Church, 100 Green...
Jean Walston
Aug 3, 2025
Jean Pittman Walston, 81, of Wilson, died Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Funeral, Tuesday, 2:00 PM, at First United Methodist Church followed by visitation in Asbury Hall. Interment, Wednesday, 10:00 AM, at Evergreen Memorial Park.
Mrs. Walston was an office manager and administrative assistant with several local businesses before retiring. Her longest tenure was serving as the office manager for local optometrist Dr....
Donna R. Mullins
Jul 26, 2025
Donna Riccitelli Mullins passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26th at Harmony Park of Wilson after a long illness. Born in Nashua, NH on March 16, 1960, she was the daughter of the late Nicola and Rose Riccitelli of Milford, NH. She was also preceded in death by her brother Richard Rocco Riccitelli, and sisters, Theresa Agnes Riccitelli, and Laurie...
Tamara Jackson
Jul 23, 2025
Tamara Diana Jackson, 59, of Wilson, died Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
A service was held for the immediate family.
Tamara was born in Huntington, WV on August 11, 1966.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Donna Angelo and Everett Black; grandmother, Genevieve Thompson.
Tamara is survived by her daughter, Amanda Jackson; grandchildren, Christian Brantley, Joel Brantley, and Jesse Brantley; sister, Tina Collins...
Jean S. Griffin
Jul 21, 2025
Jean Stith Griffin, 89, of Wilson, died Monday, July 21, 2025.
A Celebration of Life Service will be on Thursday, July 24, 7:00 PM, at Winstead United Methodist Church, followed by visitation.
Jean grew up in a small blue-collar family with her parents and one sister. She played the trumpet in her middle school band and later became a majorette in high...
Frances Cannon
Jul 20, 2025
Mary Frances (“Frances”) Richardson Cannon, 81, of Sims, died peacefully in her home of 50 years on Sunday, July 20, 2025, after a long, yet brave battle with dementia.
Frances’s beautiful sprit is difficult to sum up in just one paragraph, but some of her past times included any time spent outdoors, especially at the beach or while gardening, dog races...
Buddy Barnes
Jul 17, 2025
Leroy Dewey “Buddy” Barnes, 81, of Wilson, died Thursday, July 17, 2025.
At the request of Mr. Barnes there will be no service.
Buddy was retired from Green Engineering.
He was preceded in death by his parents Leroy and Gladys Rogers Barnes.
Buddy is survived by his daughter, Robin Barnes (Chris) of Wilson; sons, Danny Barnes and Leroy Barnes, Jr. of Wilson; sister, Dorothy...
John Covington, Jr.
Jul 15, 2025
John Anderson Covington Jr., 96, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025.
Born on March 22, 1929, in Danville, Virginia, John was the son of John Anderson and Elizabeth Gwynn Covington. He graduated from Randolph-Macon College before making Wilson, North Carolina his home. There, he began his career as a tobacco buyer alongside his brother-in-law, Pete Fulghum, and the...
Toni Brantley
Jul 15, 2025
Toni Overman Brantley, 77, died peacefully in her sleep at her home in Stanhope, NC on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Her family was surprised and saddened by her sudden passing and will miss her dearly.
Funeral, Saturday, 1:00 PM, at First Baptist Church, Spring Hope, followed by visitation.
Mrs. Brantley was born in Wilson, NC in 1947 and was a graduate of...
Harry Lamm, Jr.
Jul 13, 2025
Harry Linwood Lamm, Jr., 73, of Wilson, died Sunday, July 13, 2025.
A service in honor of Harry will be Thursday, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Williams Lamm and their three children: Anna Elizabeth Lamm of Wake Forest, Harry L. Lamm III of Wilson and William Thomas Lamm and his...
Mary Ann Overman
Jul 8, 2025
Mary Ann Cummings Overman, 87, died Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
The funeral will be Saturday, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service. Interment will be in Maplewood Cemetery.
Mrs. Overman was a woman of integrity and faithfulness, who was dedicated to her family, loved God and her church.
She is survived by her daughter Kay Boykin (David) of Elm City; sons, Robert Liverman (Judy) of...
Donald Cole
Jul 7, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Donald “Don” Edward Cole, beloved husband, devoted father and cherished son who departed this life on July 7, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born on June 5, 1946, in Pinehurst, North Carolina, Don lived a life defined by quiet strength, deep humility, and unwavering kindness. He...
Jimmy Johnson
Jul 7, 2025
Jimmy Welch Johnson, 80, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 10 at 11:00 AM at Wilson Memorial Service, followed by visitation. Interment will take place at Maplewood Cemetery.
Jimmy proudly served his country in the United States Army from November 30, 1966 to August 30, 1969. He carried that...
Sue Eason
Jul 4, 2025
Joyce “Sue” Gates Bartlett Eason, 91, of Lucama, died Friday, July 4, 2025.
A graveside service will be Tuesday July 8th, 10:00 AM, at the Black Creek Cemetery conducted by Rev. Bill Groce, followed by visitation. The family will be at the home of Jeaneen and James Lucas in Wilson, all other times.
Mrs. Eason graduated from nursing school in 1971 and...
Lavonne Deaver
Jul 1, 2025
Lavonne Turner Deaver, 86, of Suffolk, VA, died Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
The funeral will be Wednesday, July 9, 11:00 AM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
Mrs. Deaver was a 1957 graduate of Charles L. Coon High School and Thomas Nelson Community College. She retired from Bay Port Credit Union (Shipyard Credit Union) and was a member of Nansemond River...
Dorothy Calamito
Jun 25, 2025
Dorothy Ann Mastrangelo Calamito, lovingly known as “Mom”, Dottie, Ms. Dorothy, Aunt Dot and Nanny Dot passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, in Greenville, NC, just four days shy of her 83rd birthday.
Born in Jersey City, NJ on June 29, 1942, and raised in Union City, Dottie spent her life embodying love, resilience, and unwavering devotion to her family...
Wanda Woodard
Jun 25, 2025
Wanda Tessnear Woodard, 78, of Wilson, died peacefully at home on June 25, 2025.
Visitation will be at Wilson Memorial Service on Friday, July 11, 2025 from 6:00-8:00 PM. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at First United Methodist Church of Wilson, NC on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Dr. William Presnell, Pastor Emeritus, and...
J.E. Woodard
Jun 22, 2025
J.E. Woodard, 89, of Wilson, died Sunday, June 22, 2025.
Visitation, Thursday, 9:30 AM at Wilson Memorial Service followed by the Funeral at 10:00 AM and Interment in Evergreen Memorial Park.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife Bettie Smith Woodard on June 16, 2025.
J.E. was the youngest of 10 children born to Alex and Mary Gardner Woodard and had many wonderful...
