Peggy Stott
Sep 18, 2024
Peggy Joan Temple Stott, 83, of Knightdale, formerly of Wilson, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, into the arms of her Savior on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Though we are saddened by her passing, we rejoice that her earthly suffering has ended, and that she entered into the glory of God hearing the words, “Well done, my...
Johnny Raper
Sep 14, 2024
Johnny Milton Raper, 82, of Elm City, died Saturday, September 14, 2024.
A graveside service will be 11:00 AM Wednesday at Maplewood Cemetery followed by visitation.
Johnny was an incredible salesman who managed a G.S Tucker Furniture store and later a White's Tire Service location. He was good with his hands and could figure out how most small engines worked. He always...
H.F. Kelly
Sep 12, 2024
Hugh Friendly Kelly, 99, of Wilson, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 12, 2024.
Funeral, Tuesday, 2:00 PM, First United Methodist Church, followed by visitation.
H.F. was known as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was loyal member of the McDonalds’s coffee club and a good steward of his community.
H.F. was born in Rock Hill, SC on August...
Gary Boswell
Sep 9, 2024
Gary Wayne Boswell, 68, of Goldsboro, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, September 9, 2024.
A graveside service will be Saturday, September 14, 1:00 PM, at Barnes Family Cemetery, 5216 Wiggins Mill Rd., Lucama. The family will greet those in attendance following the service.
Born with a servant’s heart, Gary was always ready to...
Frances Moore
Sep 9, 2024
Frances Howell Moore, 86, was delivered from the arms of her beloved husband to the arms of Jesus on Monday, September 9, 2024. Frances was born on the family farm in Wayne County on January 17, 1938, to the late Charlie Talmadge and Irene Mayo Howell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Doyce...
Myrtle Turnage
Sep 9, 2024
Myrtle Dean Turnage, 84, of Wilson, NC passed away peacefully September 9, 2024.
A graveside service will be at Evergreen Memorial Park, Thursday, at 11:00 AM.
She was born in Wilson County on November 17, 1939 to the late James Henry Turnage and Liberty Love Baker Turnage. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Barbara Ann...
Jack Langley
Sep 4, 2024
Jack Lester Langley, 87, of Lucama, North Carolina, died Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
The visitation will be Friday, 6:00-7:30 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service. The funeral will be Saturday, 11:00 AM at Little Rock Original Free Will Baptist Church, Lucama. Interment with Military Honors, Saturday, 2:00 PM, at Evergreen Memorial Park.
Mr. Langley was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and served over...
Connie Collins
Sep 3, 2024
Connie Herring White Collins, 76, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 3, 2024.
Funeral services will be held September 11 at the First Presbyterian Church Columbarium in the Memorial Garden at 11:00 am. The family will receive friends at Connie’s home Tuesday evening from 6:00-8:00pm.
She attended Fike High School and graduated from Peace College. Connie had a genuine warm,...
Annie Mae Crumpler
Aug 31, 2024
Annie Mae Summerlin Crumpler, 97, of Elm City, died Saturday, August 31, 2024, in her home.
Funeral, Tuesday, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service, Wilson, followed by visitation. Interment, Cedar Grove Cemetery, Elm City.
Annie Mae married H.C. Crumpler in October, 1947, and was his wife for over 70 years until his death in February, 2018. She was a daughter of Charlie...
Janie Boswell
Aug 27, 2024
Janie Capps Boswell, 74, of Stantonsburg, died Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
A service will be held for the family.
Janie is survived by her husband James Boswell; sisters, Marie Bunn of Wilson and Faye Duke of Chesapeake, VA; children, Samantha Adams (Gary) of Fayetteville and Billy Stevens of Wilson; grandchildren, Savanah Stone (James) of Wilson, Austin Wheeler (Raven) of Pinetops, Jessica Skinner...
Agnes Gardner
Aug 24, 2024
Agnes Whitley Gardner, 88 of Wilson, died Saturday, August 24, 2024.
Funeral, Thursday, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation. Interment, Evergreen Memorial Park.
Mrs. Gardner was “one tough bird” who loved her family and her Lord.
Surviving is her daughter, Becky Cooper of the home; son, Randy Gardner (Brenda) of Statesville; daughter-in-law, Pam Gardner of Swannanoa; grandchildren, Lynne Cooper, Alan...
Rachel Wade
Aug 20, 2024
Rachel Ann Burgess Wade, 91, of Middlesex, died Tuesday, August 20, 2024.
The funeral will be Monday, August 26, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation. Interment will be in Hollywood Cemetery, Middlesex.
Mrs. Wade enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was a retired hairdresser and was very independent. She enjoyed puzzles, puzzle books, and traveling, especially...
Eric Hinnant
Aug 14, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of Eric Hinnant, 69 years old, born on December 22, 1954. Eric peacefully left us on August 14, 2024, surrounded by his family.
Celebration of Life service, Saturday, August 24, 4:00 PM at Wilson Memorial Service, followed by visitation.
Eric was the son of Bobby and Ann Hinnant, brother to Donna Collie, Bobby Lynn Hinnant...
Judy Cozart
Aug 12, 2024
Judith Dudley Cozart, 79, of Wilson, died Monday, August 12, 2024.
There will be a graveside service at Maplewood Cemetery, Friday, October 4, 2024, 11:00 AM, followed by a reception at the Wilson Country Club.
Judy was a native of Washington, NC. Her husband, William Thomas "Bill" Cozart, preceded her in death, as well as her parents, Claude and Ethel Dudley. She...
Bonita Godwin
Aug 12, 2024
Bonita Short Godwin, 79, of Smithfield, died Monday, August 12, 2024.
Funeral service will be held Thursday at 1:00 PM at Maplewood Cemetery, Section D.
Mrs. Godwin was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Heather Bryant Lee and son-in-law, Brad Mendyk.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years Kenneth Ray Godwin; daughters, Stephanie McLawhorn (Clayton) and Jennifer Mendyk of Ayden, Natalie...
Jean Fisher
Aug 10, 2024
Rebecca Jean Goodrich Fisher, 86, of Wilson, passed away on Saturday, August 10th, 2024.
A Memorial Service will be Thursday August 15, 6:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
Born on March 20, 1938 in Scotland Neck, NC, Jean was the daughter of the late Wiley and Gladys Goodrich. In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by...
James Atkinson
Aug 10, 2024
James Edward Atkinson, 81, of Lucama passed away at Kitty Askins in Goldsboro on August 10, 2024 with his wife by his side.
A service will be held for and at the convenience of the family.
Born and raised in Richmond, VA he was the son of the late Robert N. Atkinson and Ella Mae Guthrie Atkinson.
He is survived by his wife...
Bryan Barnes
Aug 8, 2024
Bryan Clenon Barnes, 63, of Lucama, died Thursday, August 8, 2024.
The visitation will be Tuesday, 5:00 - 7:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service. A family funeral service will be held at a later date.
Bryan was a beloved father, brother, son and friend to many in the local community. He was known for his generosity, kindness, and willingness to give to...
Rita Cockrell
Aug 5, 2024
Rita Hussey Cockrell, 94, of Wilson, died Monday, August 5, 2024.
A service was held for the family.
Mrs. Cockrell was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Cockrell; son, Robert Willis Cockrell; grandson, Will Cockrell; parents, Fay Lee Hussey and Marguerite Parsons Hussey; sister, Betty Hussey Liles.
She was once very active in her First Presbyterian church community and was a long-time...
Joe Jett
Jul 19, 2024
Joseph "Joe" Jett, 75, of Lucama, passed peacefully July 19th, in the presence of his loving family.
Funeral, Tuesday, July 23, 6:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
Joe was retired from Wilson Iron Works where he worked as a machinist for 35 years. He was an avid fisherman and loving husband and father. He enjoyed spending time with his...
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Peggy Stott
Sep 18, 2024
Peggy Joan Temple Stott, 83, of Knightdale, formerly of Wilson, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by loved ones, into the arms of her Savior on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Though we are saddened by her passing, we rejoice that her earthly suffering has ended, and that she entered into the glory of God hearing the words, “Well done, my...
Johnny Raper
Sep 14, 2024
Johnny Milton Raper, 82, of Elm City, died Saturday, September 14, 2024.
A graveside service will be 11:00 AM Wednesday at Maplewood Cemetery followed by visitation.
Johnny was an incredible salesman who managed a G.S Tucker Furniture store and later a White's Tire Service location. He was good with his hands and could figure out how most small engines worked. He always...
H.F. Kelly
Sep 12, 2024
Hugh Friendly Kelly, 99, of Wilson, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 12, 2024.
Funeral, Tuesday, 2:00 PM, First United Methodist Church, followed by visitation.
H.F. was known as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was loyal member of the McDonalds’s coffee club and a good steward of his community.
H.F. was born in Rock Hill, SC on August...
Gary Boswell
Sep 9, 2024
Gary Wayne Boswell, 68, of Goldsboro, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, September 9, 2024.
A graveside service will be Saturday, September 14, 1:00 PM, at Barnes Family Cemetery, 5216 Wiggins Mill Rd., Lucama. The family will greet those in attendance following the service.
Born with a servant’s heart, Gary was always ready to...
Frances Moore
Sep 9, 2024
Frances Howell Moore, 86, was delivered from the arms of her beloved husband to the arms of Jesus on Monday, September 9, 2024. Frances was born on the family farm in Wayne County on January 17, 1938, to the late Charlie Talmadge and Irene Mayo Howell. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Doyce...
Myrtle Turnage
Sep 9, 2024
Myrtle Dean Turnage, 84, of Wilson, NC passed away peacefully September 9, 2024.
A graveside service will be at Evergreen Memorial Park, Thursday, at 11:00 AM.
She was born in Wilson County on November 17, 1939 to the late James Henry Turnage and Liberty Love Baker Turnage. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Barbara Ann...
Jack Langley
Sep 4, 2024
Jack Lester Langley, 87, of Lucama, North Carolina, died Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
The visitation will be Friday, 6:00-7:30 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service. The funeral will be Saturday, 11:00 AM at Little Rock Original Free Will Baptist Church, Lucama. Interment with Military Honors, Saturday, 2:00 PM, at Evergreen Memorial Park.
Mr. Langley was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and served over...
Connie Collins
Sep 3, 2024
Connie Herring White Collins, 76, of Wilson, passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 3, 2024.
Funeral services will be held September 11 at the First Presbyterian Church Columbarium in the Memorial Garden at 11:00 am. The family will receive friends at Connie’s home Tuesday evening from 6:00-8:00pm.
She attended Fike High School and graduated from Peace College. Connie had a genuine warm,...
Annie Mae Crumpler
Aug 31, 2024
Annie Mae Summerlin Crumpler, 97, of Elm City, died Saturday, August 31, 2024, in her home.
Funeral, Tuesday, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service, Wilson, followed by visitation. Interment, Cedar Grove Cemetery, Elm City.
Annie Mae married H.C. Crumpler in October, 1947, and was his wife for over 70 years until his death in February, 2018. She was a daughter of Charlie...
Janie Boswell
Aug 27, 2024
Janie Capps Boswell, 74, of Stantonsburg, died Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
A service will be held for the family.
Janie is survived by her husband James Boswell; sisters, Marie Bunn of Wilson and Faye Duke of Chesapeake, VA; children, Samantha Adams (Gary) of Fayetteville and Billy Stevens of Wilson; grandchildren, Savanah Stone (James) of Wilson, Austin Wheeler (Raven) of Pinetops, Jessica Skinner...
Agnes Gardner
Aug 24, 2024
Agnes Whitley Gardner, 88 of Wilson, died Saturday, August 24, 2024.
Funeral, Thursday, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation. Interment, Evergreen Memorial Park.
Mrs. Gardner was “one tough bird” who loved her family and her Lord.
Surviving is her daughter, Becky Cooper of the home; son, Randy Gardner (Brenda) of Statesville; daughter-in-law, Pam Gardner of Swannanoa; grandchildren, Lynne Cooper, Alan...
Rachel Wade
Aug 20, 2024
Rachel Ann Burgess Wade, 91, of Middlesex, died Tuesday, August 20, 2024.
The funeral will be Monday, August 26, 2:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation. Interment will be in Hollywood Cemetery, Middlesex.
Mrs. Wade enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was a retired hairdresser and was very independent. She enjoyed puzzles, puzzle books, and traveling, especially...
Eric Hinnant
Aug 14, 2024
We are saddened to announce the passing of Eric Hinnant, 69 years old, born on December 22, 1954. Eric peacefully left us on August 14, 2024, surrounded by his family.
Celebration of Life service, Saturday, August 24, 4:00 PM at Wilson Memorial Service, followed by visitation.
Eric was the son of Bobby and Ann Hinnant, brother to Donna Collie, Bobby Lynn Hinnant...
Judy Cozart
Aug 12, 2024
Judith Dudley Cozart, 79, of Wilson, died Monday, August 12, 2024.
There will be a graveside service at Maplewood Cemetery, Friday, October 4, 2024, 11:00 AM, followed by a reception at the Wilson Country Club.
Judy was a native of Washington, NC. Her husband, William Thomas "Bill" Cozart, preceded her in death, as well as her parents, Claude and Ethel Dudley. She...
Bonita Godwin
Aug 12, 2024
Bonita Short Godwin, 79, of Smithfield, died Monday, August 12, 2024.
Funeral service will be held Thursday at 1:00 PM at Maplewood Cemetery, Section D.
Mrs. Godwin was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Heather Bryant Lee and son-in-law, Brad Mendyk.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years Kenneth Ray Godwin; daughters, Stephanie McLawhorn (Clayton) and Jennifer Mendyk of Ayden, Natalie...
Jean Fisher
Aug 10, 2024
Rebecca Jean Goodrich Fisher, 86, of Wilson, passed away on Saturday, August 10th, 2024.
A Memorial Service will be Thursday August 15, 6:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
Born on March 20, 1938 in Scotland Neck, NC, Jean was the daughter of the late Wiley and Gladys Goodrich. In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by...
James Atkinson
Aug 10, 2024
James Edward Atkinson, 81, of Lucama passed away at Kitty Askins in Goldsboro on August 10, 2024 with his wife by his side.
A service will be held for and at the convenience of the family.
Born and raised in Richmond, VA he was the son of the late Robert N. Atkinson and Ella Mae Guthrie Atkinson.
He is survived by his wife...
Bryan Barnes
Aug 8, 2024
Bryan Clenon Barnes, 63, of Lucama, died Thursday, August 8, 2024.
The visitation will be Tuesday, 5:00 - 7:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service. A family funeral service will be held at a later date.
Bryan was a beloved father, brother, son and friend to many in the local community. He was known for his generosity, kindness, and willingness to give to...
Rita Cockrell
Aug 5, 2024
Rita Hussey Cockrell, 94, of Wilson, died Monday, August 5, 2024.
A service was held for the family.
Mrs. Cockrell was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Cockrell; son, Robert Willis Cockrell; grandson, Will Cockrell; parents, Fay Lee Hussey and Marguerite Parsons Hussey; sister, Betty Hussey Liles.
She was once very active in her First Presbyterian church community and was a long-time...
Joe Jett
Jul 19, 2024
Joseph "Joe" Jett, 75, of Lucama, passed peacefully July 19th, in the presence of his loving family.
Funeral, Tuesday, July 23, 6:00 PM, at Wilson Memorial Service followed by visitation.
Joe was retired from Wilson Iron Works where he worked as a machinist for 35 years. He was an avid fisherman and loving husband and father. He enjoyed spending time with his...
