Keith Barnes
Apr 27, 2025
Keith Barnes, 76, of Wilson, died Sunday, April 27, 2025.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Keith is survived by his wife, Gale Murphy Barnes, and their son, Will Barnes; sister-in-law, Peggy Wilson (Danny) and their children, Michael Wilson, Mark Wilson, Anna Brock and their children; his dear fur baby, Ella.
No flowers or plants please. Memorials may be...
Brooks Mills
Apr 27, 2025
William Brooks Mills, 85, of Spring Hope, NC, passed away April 27, 2025.
Brooks was the son of Morton Matthew and Vera Mills.
He was also a brother, Daddy, Granddaddy/Papa, Great Granddad and beloved husband. He grew up on a farm in Eastern North Carolina and was always drawn back to that area for Sunday rides through the countryside of Edgecombe, Martin...
Adrian Rodriguez, Jr.
Apr 24, 2025
Adrian Alvarez Rodriguez Jr., 66, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with bladder cancer.
A visitation will be at Wilson Memorial Service on Thursday, May 1, 6:00-7:30 PM. A funeral mass will be at St. Therese Catholic Church, 700 Nash St N, Friday, May 2, at 11:00 AM....
Heather Whitworth
Apr 23, 2025
Heather Whitworth, 55, of Mount Hope, West Virginia, died Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
Funeral, Wednesday, 4:00 PM, Elmwood Cemetery, Fremont.
Heather was born in Wilson County and her family moved to Mount Hope when she was five years old.
Surviving is her father, Richard “Dick” Whitworth, of Mount Hope who was a native of Fremont; sister, Amy W. Aliff of Mount Hope; niece,...
Augustine Walston
Apr 18, 2025
Augustine Kirby Walston, 93, of Wilson, died Friday, April 18, 2025.
A Celebration of Life Service will be Wednesday, 2:00 PM, at Tabernacle Baptist Church conducted by Rev. Joe Shakour. Interment will be in Benson City Cemetery, Benson.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Alonzo Parrish, Jr. and Arthur Ray Walston and her parents, Marion Henry Kirby and Gencie Mitchell...
Bobby Skinner
Apr 17, 2025
Bobby Lee Skinner, 73, of Wilson, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Thursday, April 17, 2025 after a long battle with interstitial lung disease.
Funeral, Tuesday, 1:00 PM, at Calvary Pentecostal Church, 2606 Downing St SW, Wilson, followed by visitation. Interment will be in Evergreen Memorial Park.
Bobby was born in Wilson to George Eric “Buck” Skinner...
Bill Batts
Apr 16, 2025
Wilson, NC - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of William G. Batts Jr., affectionately known as “Bill”, on April 16, 2025.
A service was held for the family.
Born to William Gilbert Batts Sr. and Mildred Spicer Proctor Batts, Bill was a devoted father and husband whose presence lit up every room he entered with his...
Charles Shirley
Apr 13, 2025
Charles Thomas Shirley, 89, of Wilson, NC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025.
Born in Walstonburg, NC on August 6, 1935, Charles dedicated his life to education, leaving a lasting impact on countless students and colleagues throughout his distinguished career.
Charles was a beloved teacher and administrator, known for his unwavering commitment to fostering a love of learning and providing...
Shirley Baker
Apr 9, 2025
Shirley Skinner Baker, 89, of Wilson, died Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
Funeral will be Monday, 11:00 AM, at Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the home on 4513 Frank Price Church Rd, Wilson, on Sunday, 3:00 – 5:00 PM.
Mrs. Baker is survived by her daughter Dawn Peter (Rudy) of Wilson; son, Dean Baker (Melissa) of Kinston; grandchildren, Logan...
Jimmy Holland
Apr 8, 2025
Jimmy Edward Holland, 87, of Wilson, died Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
A graveside service will be 11:00 AM Saturday at Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will greet those in attendance following the service.
He is survived by his wife Judy Lucas Holland; daughters, Kim Ellis (Mark) and Beverly Cooper of Wilson; grandson, Justin Ellis (Riley Garris) of Elm City.
Jimmy was excited about...
Vickie Ellis
Apr 5, 2025
Vickie Ballance Ellis, 81, of Lucama, died Saturday, April 5, 2025.
Funeral, Friday, 2:00 PM, Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will be at Wilson Memorial Service, Thursday, 6:00 – 7:30 PM.
Surviving are her daughters, Wendy Cumberland of Winston Salem and Prudence McGuigan of Mountain City, TN; granddaughters, Erica Cumberland, April Brigman (Geoffrey) and Kim Rich (Jim); grandsons, Tyler Cumberland and Richie...
Craig Reynolds
Apr 5, 2025
Craig Alan Reynolds, 72, beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, and friend to many, joined his Heavenly Father on April 5, 2025 at his home in Rocky Mount, NC, surrounded by family.
Craig was born on June 11, 1952, in Huntington, WV, was a 1970 graduate of Milton High School in Milton, WV, and attended Marshall University in Huntington, WV. He was...
Gilbert Ferrell
Apr 4, 2025
Gilbert Douglas Ferrell, 92, of Wilson, NC, died on April 4, 2025.
A memorial service to honor Gilbert will be held at First Christian Church, Wilson, on Thursday, April 10, at 2:00 p.m. A celebration of life with friends and family will be held following the memorial service at the Kennedy Family Theatre Atrium at Barton College, from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
He was...
Scott Hebbard
Apr 3, 2025
Scott Samuel Hebbard, 57, of Julian, NC, passed away in the early morning hours on April 3, 2025.
Scott tried to live life on his terms and never gave up on his dreams. He was a talented artist who spent much of his free time painting and drawing. His true passion was in the culinary arts and he hoped one day...
Keith Pender
Mar 31, 2025
Keith Pender, 80, of Eureka, passed on to be with his heavenly Father on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Funeral, Thursday, 7:00 PM, at Mount Nelson Baptist Church. The visitation will be at the church prior to the funeral from 5:30 -7:00 PM. Burial, Friday, 11:00 AM, at Harrell’s Chapel Church Cemetery, 1505 NC 58, Snow Hill.
Keith was the Mayor of Eureka and...
Howard Moore
Mar 31, 2025
Howard Ray Moore, 88, of Black Creek, slipped from this world into the presence of Jesus on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Howard was born on the family farm in Wayne County, on November 25, 1936, to the late Jake and Lizzie Moore. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased almost seven months ago by his beloved wife, Frances Howell Moore.
Funeral...
Lou Galloway
Mar 28, 2025
Louellen Harrell Galloway, 87, of the Daniels Chapel Community, died Friday, March 28, 2025.
Funeral, Daniels Chapel FWB Church, Monday, 2:00 PM, followed by a time of visiting and sharing.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Franklin “Frank” D. Galloway in 2019; parents, Johnnie and Ruby Speight Harrell of Greene County; sons, Frankie and Rusty Galloway.
Surviving is...
Kenneth Barnes
Mar 27, 2025
Kenneth E. Barnes, 78, died Thursday March 27,2025.
A native of Wilson County, he was the son of David Earl Barnes and Vetris B. Barnes. After graduating from Lucama High School and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a major in journalism and minor in American history, Ken spent his early working years teaching in Wilson County Schools....
Jesse Bunch
Mar 25, 2025
Jesse Clarence Bunch, 88, of Wilson, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
A visitation will be Saturday, April 5, 4:00 - 6:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service.
Jesse was born in Barren County, KY and in 1952 his family moved to Columbus, IN. There he graduated from Columbus High School, began his career with Cummins and soon after married...
Ella Baker
Mar 25, 2025
Ella Juanita Baker, 89, of Wilson, died Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Memorial Service, Tuesday, April 8th at 2:00 PM, at Peace Church, 2838 Tilghman Rd N, Wilson, in the original Legacy Sanctuary (Room B114).
Miss Ella lived a humble life of service to her family, her friends, and her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Ella worked for many years at Jim's Camera Shop...
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Keith Barnes
Apr 27, 2025
Keith Barnes, 76, of Wilson, died Sunday, April 27, 2025.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Keith is survived by his wife, Gale Murphy Barnes, and their son, Will Barnes; sister-in-law, Peggy Wilson (Danny) and their children, Michael Wilson, Mark Wilson, Anna Brock and their children; his dear fur baby, Ella.
No flowers or plants please. Memorials may be...
Brooks Mills
Apr 27, 2025
William Brooks Mills, 85, of Spring Hope, NC, passed away April 27, 2025.
Brooks was the son of Morton Matthew and Vera Mills.
He was also a brother, Daddy, Granddaddy/Papa, Great Granddad and beloved husband. He grew up on a farm in Eastern North Carolina and was always drawn back to that area for Sunday rides through the countryside of Edgecombe, Martin...
Adrian Rodriguez, Jr.
Apr 24, 2025
Adrian Alvarez Rodriguez Jr., 66, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with bladder cancer.
A visitation will be at Wilson Memorial Service on Thursday, May 1, 6:00-7:30 PM. A funeral mass will be at St. Therese Catholic Church, 700 Nash St N, Friday, May 2, at 11:00 AM....
Heather Whitworth
Apr 23, 2025
Heather Whitworth, 55, of Mount Hope, West Virginia, died Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
Funeral, Wednesday, 4:00 PM, Elmwood Cemetery, Fremont.
Heather was born in Wilson County and her family moved to Mount Hope when she was five years old.
Surviving is her father, Richard “Dick” Whitworth, of Mount Hope who was a native of Fremont; sister, Amy W. Aliff of Mount Hope; niece,...
Augustine Walston
Apr 18, 2025
Augustine Kirby Walston, 93, of Wilson, died Friday, April 18, 2025.
A Celebration of Life Service will be Wednesday, 2:00 PM, at Tabernacle Baptist Church conducted by Rev. Joe Shakour. Interment will be in Benson City Cemetery, Benson.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Alonzo Parrish, Jr. and Arthur Ray Walston and her parents, Marion Henry Kirby and Gencie Mitchell...
Bobby Skinner
Apr 17, 2025
Bobby Lee Skinner, 73, of Wilson, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Thursday, April 17, 2025 after a long battle with interstitial lung disease.
Funeral, Tuesday, 1:00 PM, at Calvary Pentecostal Church, 2606 Downing St SW, Wilson, followed by visitation. Interment will be in Evergreen Memorial Park.
Bobby was born in Wilson to George Eric “Buck” Skinner...
Bill Batts
Apr 16, 2025
Wilson, NC - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of William G. Batts Jr., affectionately known as “Bill”, on April 16, 2025.
A service was held for the family.
Born to William Gilbert Batts Sr. and Mildred Spicer Proctor Batts, Bill was a devoted father and husband whose presence lit up every room he entered with his...
Charles Shirley
Apr 13, 2025
Charles Thomas Shirley, 89, of Wilson, NC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025.
Born in Walstonburg, NC on August 6, 1935, Charles dedicated his life to education, leaving a lasting impact on countless students and colleagues throughout his distinguished career.
Charles was a beloved teacher and administrator, known for his unwavering commitment to fostering a love of learning and providing...
Shirley Baker
Apr 9, 2025
Shirley Skinner Baker, 89, of Wilson, died Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
Funeral will be Monday, 11:00 AM, at Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the home on 4513 Frank Price Church Rd, Wilson, on Sunday, 3:00 – 5:00 PM.
Mrs. Baker is survived by her daughter Dawn Peter (Rudy) of Wilson; son, Dean Baker (Melissa) of Kinston; grandchildren, Logan...
Jimmy Holland
Apr 8, 2025
Jimmy Edward Holland, 87, of Wilson, died Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
A graveside service will be 11:00 AM Saturday at Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will greet those in attendance following the service.
He is survived by his wife Judy Lucas Holland; daughters, Kim Ellis (Mark) and Beverly Cooper of Wilson; grandson, Justin Ellis (Riley Garris) of Elm City.
Jimmy was excited about...
Vickie Ellis
Apr 5, 2025
Vickie Ballance Ellis, 81, of Lucama, died Saturday, April 5, 2025.
Funeral, Friday, 2:00 PM, Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will be at Wilson Memorial Service, Thursday, 6:00 – 7:30 PM.
Surviving are her daughters, Wendy Cumberland of Winston Salem and Prudence McGuigan of Mountain City, TN; granddaughters, Erica Cumberland, April Brigman (Geoffrey) and Kim Rich (Jim); grandsons, Tyler Cumberland and Richie...
Craig Reynolds
Apr 5, 2025
Craig Alan Reynolds, 72, beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, and friend to many, joined his Heavenly Father on April 5, 2025 at his home in Rocky Mount, NC, surrounded by family.
Craig was born on June 11, 1952, in Huntington, WV, was a 1970 graduate of Milton High School in Milton, WV, and attended Marshall University in Huntington, WV. He was...
Gilbert Ferrell
Apr 4, 2025
Gilbert Douglas Ferrell, 92, of Wilson, NC, died on April 4, 2025.
A memorial service to honor Gilbert will be held at First Christian Church, Wilson, on Thursday, April 10, at 2:00 p.m. A celebration of life with friends and family will be held following the memorial service at the Kennedy Family Theatre Atrium at Barton College, from 3:00-5:00 p.m.
He was...
Scott Hebbard
Apr 3, 2025
Scott Samuel Hebbard, 57, of Julian, NC, passed away in the early morning hours on April 3, 2025.
Scott tried to live life on his terms and never gave up on his dreams. He was a talented artist who spent much of his free time painting and drawing. His true passion was in the culinary arts and he hoped one day...
Keith Pender
Mar 31, 2025
Keith Pender, 80, of Eureka, passed on to be with his heavenly Father on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Funeral, Thursday, 7:00 PM, at Mount Nelson Baptist Church. The visitation will be at the church prior to the funeral from 5:30 -7:00 PM. Burial, Friday, 11:00 AM, at Harrell’s Chapel Church Cemetery, 1505 NC 58, Snow Hill.
Keith was the Mayor of Eureka and...
Howard Moore
Mar 31, 2025
Howard Ray Moore, 88, of Black Creek, slipped from this world into the presence of Jesus on Monday, March 31, 2025.
Howard was born on the family farm in Wayne County, on November 25, 1936, to the late Jake and Lizzie Moore. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased almost seven months ago by his beloved wife, Frances Howell Moore.
Funeral...
Lou Galloway
Mar 28, 2025
Louellen Harrell Galloway, 87, of the Daniels Chapel Community, died Friday, March 28, 2025.
Funeral, Daniels Chapel FWB Church, Monday, 2:00 PM, followed by a time of visiting and sharing.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Franklin “Frank” D. Galloway in 2019; parents, Johnnie and Ruby Speight Harrell of Greene County; sons, Frankie and Rusty Galloway.
Surviving is...
Kenneth Barnes
Mar 27, 2025
Kenneth E. Barnes, 78, died Thursday March 27,2025.
A native of Wilson County, he was the son of David Earl Barnes and Vetris B. Barnes. After graduating from Lucama High School and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a major in journalism and minor in American history, Ken spent his early working years teaching in Wilson County Schools....
Jesse Bunch
Mar 25, 2025
Jesse Clarence Bunch, 88, of Wilson, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
A visitation will be Saturday, April 5, 4:00 - 6:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service.
Jesse was born in Barren County, KY and in 1952 his family moved to Columbus, IN. There he graduated from Columbus High School, began his career with Cummins and soon after married...
Ella Baker
Mar 25, 2025
Ella Juanita Baker, 89, of Wilson, died Tuesday, March 25, 2025.
Memorial Service, Tuesday, April 8th at 2:00 PM, at Peace Church, 2838 Tilghman Rd N, Wilson, in the original Legacy Sanctuary (Room B114).
Miss Ella lived a humble life of service to her family, her friends, and her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Ella worked for many years at Jim's Camera Shop...
