Rowland Strickland
Feb 17, 2026
Armie Rowland Strickland, Jr., 78, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at his home in Stantonsburg after a period of illness. At his side was his devoted wife and caregiver as well as his friend A.T. Sink.
Funeral, Friday, 2:00 PM at Wilson Memorial Service, followed by visitation.
Rowland was born November 7, 1947, to Armie...
Rev. Robert Boyette
Feb 17, 2026
Rev. Robert Thorne Boyette, 93, of Sims, died early Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Funeral, Maplewood Cemetery, Friday, February 20 at 11:00 AM.
Rev. Boyette was a minister, and also worked part-time at the Sims Post Office.
He is survived by his daughters, Joanna Coker (Louis) of Lucama and Deborah Martin (Larry) of Tarboro; five grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren.
Rev. Boyette was preceded in death...
Wiley Lamm
Feb 16, 2026
Wiley Lee Lamm, 90, of Elm City, died late Monday, February 16, 2026, in his home
His family will be at Wilson Memorial Service, Thursday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM.
Wiley was a farmer who loved to fish and hunt, especially deer hunting. He retired from S.T. Wooten Company and returned to the workforce as a mechanic for a short time at PLT...
Evelyn Williams
Feb 13, 2026
Evelyn Whitley Williams, 90, of Wilson, died Friday, February 13, 2026.
A graveside service will be on Tuesday, February 17, 2:00 PM, at the Eureka Cemetery in Eureka.
She is survived by her sons Johnny Frizzelle (Frankie) of Wilson and Michael Frizzelle (Brenda) of Stantonsburg; daughters, Sharon Proctor (Greg) of Wilson and Connie Curtis (Jeff) of Elm City; grandchildren, Ashley Frizzelle, Braxton...
Cecil Webb
Feb 13, 2026
Cecil Edward Webb, 92, of Wilson, died Friday, February 13, 2026.
Funeral, Monday, 11:00 AM, Wilson Memorial Service. The visitation will be one hour before the funeral. Interment, Maplewood Cemetery.
Mr. Webb was a longtime member of Peace Church.
He is survived by his daughters, Jane Mincey of Sims, Theresa Jones (Martin) of Farmville and Patricia Jones of the home; sons, Edward Webb...
Geral Bissette
Feb 11, 2026
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Geral Francis Bissette, 83, of Elm City, who entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. A devoted husband, beloved father, cherished "Papa," and loyal brother, Geral left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, February...
Pat Barnes
Feb 8, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Brown Barnes of Wilson died Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Wilson Medical Center.
Pat was born August 22, 1940, in Wilson, NC to Jimmy and Thelma Speight Brown. After the death of her mother, Pat was raised at Falcon Children’s Home before returning to Wilson where she raised her family.
Pat is survived by her sons Lewis Speight and Jerry...
Richard Harris
Feb 5, 2026
Richard Franklin Harris, 71, of Pine Knoll Shores, formerly of Wilson, died Thursday February 5, 2026.
A visitation will be on Tuesday, February 17, 6:00 - 8:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service
Richard was associated with JC Harris Cadillac in Wilson.
He is survived by his brother, JC Harris Jr. (Jense) of Wilson and his sister, Dorothy Harris Welch (Ronald) of Raleigh NC;...
Martha Walston
Feb 2, 2026
Martha Kirkland Walston, 103, a lifelong Wilsonian, died at her home on Monday evening, February 2, 2026. Born to Robert E. Kirkland Sr. and Bessie Barnes Kirkland on July 16, 1922, Martha’s life was defined by her commitment to family, leadership, education, and the betterment of her community.
On March 22, 1947, Martha married Henry Hyman "H.H." Walston III, beginning a...
Danny Powell
Jan 30, 2026
Danny Wayne Powell, 65, of the Polly Watson Community, Kenly, died Friday, January 30, 2026.
A Celebration of Life Service will be Friday, February 6, 6:30 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation until 8:00 PM.
Danny worked in auto body painting all of his career and enjoyed building race cars.
He is survived by his sons, Dalton Powell and Dylan Powell...
Dennis Watson
Jan 28, 2026
Dennis Ray Watson, 69, of Elm City, died Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Tuesday, 3:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
He is survived by his daughter, Marcy Watson O’Connell (Elias) of Lucama; six grandchildren, Blake, Tyler, Emma, Eli, Jaxon and Cheyenne; sisters, Carol Hathaway Upchurch (Edward) of Elm City, Patricia Hathaway Jones...
Kenny Washam
Jan 26, 2026
James Kenneth Washam (Kenny), 66, of Fremont, passed away on January 26, 2026.
Born in Kentucky, Kenny spent most of his life in North Carolina, where he built a life centered around family, hard work, and the outdoors. A true outdoorsman, he loved coon hunting and was an active member of both the Toisnot Swamp and Neuse River Coon Hunting Association....
Carolyn Pierce
Jan 21, 2026
Carolyn Wooten Pierce died January 21, 2026, peacefully in her home in Cary, surrounded by family.
A Celebration of Life Service will be on Friday, January 30, 1:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service, Wilson, followed by visitation.
Carolyn was born on April 13, 1954. She was preceded in death by her parents, Martha Ann Frances and Eugene Wooten of Pinetops, and by...
Marguerite Abdallah
Jan 13, 2026
Daughter of the late M. Cecil Newberry & Marguerite Hall Newberry, Marguerite Newberry Abdallah passed away on January 13, 2026. Married to Dr. Fawky M. Abdallah in 1978, Marguerite and Fawky recently celebrated 47 years of marriage. Marguerite is survived by her husband, Fawky and her three children. Her daughter, Marguerite “Rita” (the late Mark Taylor), sons; Robert Clyde (Whitney),...
Jimmy Gardner
Jan 10, 2026
James Wesley “Jimmy” Gardner, 90, of the Gardners School Community, Stantonsburg, died Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Funeral, Wednesday, 11:00 AM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by a time of visiting and sharing. Burial, Evergreen Memorial Park.
Mr. Gardner owned a vinyl siding business, served in the Army in Germany, and was a member of Unity FWB Church in Wilson.
Surviving is his wife,...
Yvonne Edwards
Jan 8, 2026
Yvonne Glover Edwards, 85, of Bailey, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 8, 2026.
A service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, January 12, 2026 at the Bailey Baptist Church, Bailey, Rev. Daniel Blackburn Jr., Pastor will officiate.
The family will receive friends Monday January 12, 2026 from 1-1:45 p.m. at Bailey Baptist church, 6646 Deans Street, Bailey.
Yvonne was a caring and...
Michael Pichey
Jan 6, 2026
Michael W. Pichey, 66, of Wilson, NC passed away unexpectedly on January 6, 2026.
He was born in Lockport, NY in 1959 to Roy and Betty Pichey.
Michael received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Notre Dame in 1981.
He is survived by his wife, Loretta; son, Sean; and daughter, Erin.
He met Loretta in Delray Beach, Florida in 1986. They had two...
June Barkley
Dec 31, 2025
June Meads Barkley, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, avid reader and friend passed away on December 31, 2025, at the age of 78.
Born on May 8, 1947, in Wilson, NC, June led a life defined by love, dedication, and compassion.
June is survived by her loving husband, Dale Barkley, with whom she shared 58 wonderful years. Their bond is a testament...
Marge Gurgone
Dec 29, 2025
With heavy hearts, but joyful celebration of her entrance to Heaven, we announce the passing of Margaret Arndt Gurgone who left this world on December 29, 2025.
The visitation will be Saturday, January 10, 11:30-1:00, at Peace Church, followed by a Celebration of Life at 1:00.
Marge lived a life rooted in sacrifice, family, love, and connection. She was the epitome of...
Debbie McDaniel
Dec 28, 2025
Deborah “Debbie” Barnes McDaniel, 65, of Wilson, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. After a courageous and enduring battle with Parkinson’s disease, Debbie’s strength and infectious laughter remained a source of inspiration to all who knew her.
A memorial service will be Saturday, January 3rd at 11:00 am, at the First Presbyterian...
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Rowland Strickland
Feb 17, 2026
Armie Rowland Strickland, Jr., 78, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at his home in Stantonsburg after a period of illness. At his side was his devoted wife and caregiver as well as his friend A.T. Sink.
Funeral, Friday, 2:00 PM at Wilson Memorial Service, followed by visitation.
Rowland was born November 7, 1947, to Armie...
Rev. Robert Boyette
Feb 17, 2026
Rev. Robert Thorne Boyette, 93, of Sims, died early Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Funeral, Maplewood Cemetery, Friday, February 20 at 11:00 AM.
Rev. Boyette was a minister, and also worked part-time at the Sims Post Office.
He is survived by his daughters, Joanna Coker (Louis) of Lucama and Deborah Martin (Larry) of Tarboro; five grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren.
Rev. Boyette was preceded in death...
Wiley Lamm
Feb 16, 2026
Wiley Lee Lamm, 90, of Elm City, died late Monday, February 16, 2026, in his home
His family will be at Wilson Memorial Service, Thursday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM.
Wiley was a farmer who loved to fish and hunt, especially deer hunting. He retired from S.T. Wooten Company and returned to the workforce as a mechanic for a short time at PLT...
Evelyn Williams
Feb 13, 2026
Evelyn Whitley Williams, 90, of Wilson, died Friday, February 13, 2026.
A graveside service will be on Tuesday, February 17, 2:00 PM, at the Eureka Cemetery in Eureka.
She is survived by her sons Johnny Frizzelle (Frankie) of Wilson and Michael Frizzelle (Brenda) of Stantonsburg; daughters, Sharon Proctor (Greg) of Wilson and Connie Curtis (Jeff) of Elm City; grandchildren, Ashley Frizzelle, Braxton...
Cecil Webb
Feb 13, 2026
Cecil Edward Webb, 92, of Wilson, died Friday, February 13, 2026.
Funeral, Monday, 11:00 AM, Wilson Memorial Service. The visitation will be one hour before the funeral. Interment, Maplewood Cemetery.
Mr. Webb was a longtime member of Peace Church.
He is survived by his daughters, Jane Mincey of Sims, Theresa Jones (Martin) of Farmville and Patricia Jones of the home; sons, Edward Webb...
Geral Bissette
Feb 11, 2026
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of Geral Francis Bissette, 83, of Elm City, who entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. A devoted husband, beloved father, cherished "Papa," and loyal brother, Geral left an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, February...
Pat Barnes
Feb 8, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Brown Barnes of Wilson died Sunday, February 8, 2026 at Wilson Medical Center.
Pat was born August 22, 1940, in Wilson, NC to Jimmy and Thelma Speight Brown. After the death of her mother, Pat was raised at Falcon Children’s Home before returning to Wilson where she raised her family.
Pat is survived by her sons Lewis Speight and Jerry...
Richard Harris
Feb 5, 2026
Richard Franklin Harris, 71, of Pine Knoll Shores, formerly of Wilson, died Thursday February 5, 2026.
A visitation will be on Tuesday, February 17, 6:00 - 8:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service
Richard was associated with JC Harris Cadillac in Wilson.
He is survived by his brother, JC Harris Jr. (Jense) of Wilson and his sister, Dorothy Harris Welch (Ronald) of Raleigh NC;...
Martha Walston
Feb 2, 2026
Martha Kirkland Walston, 103, a lifelong Wilsonian, died at her home on Monday evening, February 2, 2026. Born to Robert E. Kirkland Sr. and Bessie Barnes Kirkland on July 16, 1922, Martha’s life was defined by her commitment to family, leadership, education, and the betterment of her community.
On March 22, 1947, Martha married Henry Hyman "H.H." Walston III, beginning a...
Danny Powell
Jan 30, 2026
Danny Wayne Powell, 65, of the Polly Watson Community, Kenly, died Friday, January 30, 2026.
A Celebration of Life Service will be Friday, February 6, 6:30 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation until 8:00 PM.
Danny worked in auto body painting all of his career and enjoyed building race cars.
He is survived by his sons, Dalton Powell and Dylan Powell...
Dennis Watson
Jan 28, 2026
Dennis Ray Watson, 69, of Elm City, died Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Tuesday, 3:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
He is survived by his daughter, Marcy Watson O’Connell (Elias) of Lucama; six grandchildren, Blake, Tyler, Emma, Eli, Jaxon and Cheyenne; sisters, Carol Hathaway Upchurch (Edward) of Elm City, Patricia Hathaway Jones...
Kenny Washam
Jan 26, 2026
James Kenneth Washam (Kenny), 66, of Fremont, passed away on January 26, 2026.
Born in Kentucky, Kenny spent most of his life in North Carolina, where he built a life centered around family, hard work, and the outdoors. A true outdoorsman, he loved coon hunting and was an active member of both the Toisnot Swamp and Neuse River Coon Hunting Association....
Carolyn Pierce
Jan 21, 2026
Carolyn Wooten Pierce died January 21, 2026, peacefully in her home in Cary, surrounded by family.
A Celebration of Life Service will be on Friday, January 30, 1:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service, Wilson, followed by visitation.
Carolyn was born on April 13, 1954. She was preceded in death by her parents, Martha Ann Frances and Eugene Wooten of Pinetops, and by...
Marguerite Abdallah
Jan 13, 2026
Daughter of the late M. Cecil Newberry & Marguerite Hall Newberry, Marguerite Newberry Abdallah passed away on January 13, 2026. Married to Dr. Fawky M. Abdallah in 1978, Marguerite and Fawky recently celebrated 47 years of marriage. Marguerite is survived by her husband, Fawky and her three children. Her daughter, Marguerite “Rita” (the late Mark Taylor), sons; Robert Clyde (Whitney),...
Jimmy Gardner
Jan 10, 2026
James Wesley “Jimmy” Gardner, 90, of the Gardners School Community, Stantonsburg, died Saturday, January 10, 2026.
Funeral, Wednesday, 11:00 AM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by a time of visiting and sharing. Burial, Evergreen Memorial Park.
Mr. Gardner owned a vinyl siding business, served in the Army in Germany, and was a member of Unity FWB Church in Wilson.
Surviving is his wife,...
Yvonne Edwards
Jan 8, 2026
Yvonne Glover Edwards, 85, of Bailey, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 8, 2026.
A service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, January 12, 2026 at the Bailey Baptist Church, Bailey, Rev. Daniel Blackburn Jr., Pastor will officiate.
The family will receive friends Monday January 12, 2026 from 1-1:45 p.m. at Bailey Baptist church, 6646 Deans Street, Bailey.
Yvonne was a caring and...
Michael Pichey
Jan 6, 2026
Michael W. Pichey, 66, of Wilson, NC passed away unexpectedly on January 6, 2026.
He was born in Lockport, NY in 1959 to Roy and Betty Pichey.
Michael received his Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Notre Dame in 1981.
He is survived by his wife, Loretta; son, Sean; and daughter, Erin.
He met Loretta in Delray Beach, Florida in 1986. They had two...
June Barkley
Dec 31, 2025
June Meads Barkley, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, avid reader and friend passed away on December 31, 2025, at the age of 78.
Born on May 8, 1947, in Wilson, NC, June led a life defined by love, dedication, and compassion.
June is survived by her loving husband, Dale Barkley, with whom she shared 58 wonderful years. Their bond is a testament...
Marge Gurgone
Dec 29, 2025
With heavy hearts, but joyful celebration of her entrance to Heaven, we announce the passing of Margaret Arndt Gurgone who left this world on December 29, 2025.
The visitation will be Saturday, January 10, 11:30-1:00, at Peace Church, followed by a Celebration of Life at 1:00.
Marge lived a life rooted in sacrifice, family, love, and connection. She was the epitome of...
Debbie McDaniel
Dec 28, 2025
Deborah “Debbie” Barnes McDaniel, 65, of Wilson, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. After a courageous and enduring battle with Parkinson’s disease, Debbie’s strength and infectious laughter remained a source of inspiration to all who knew her.
A memorial service will be Saturday, January 3rd at 11:00 am, at the First Presbyterian...
