Recent Obituaries
Robert Council
Feb 14, 2025
Robert Council, 59, of Durham passed away at his home February 14, 2025. Robert was born March 24, 1965, in Orange County to the late Ernest Aaron Council and Ada Council.
In addition to his parents, Robert is preceded in death by a brother John Council.
Robert is survived by his brothers, Donald Council, Billy Council and Jimmy Council; sisters, Judi Council,...
Ronald Wayne "Ronnie" Allen, Sr.
Feb 12, 2025
Ronald Wayne "Ronnie" Allen, Sr. passed away Wednesday February 12, 2025. Mr. Allen was born in King and Queen County, VA to the late Jesse Robert and Margaret Parrish Allen.
He is also preceded in death by his wife Clydia Smith Allen; son Ronald Wayne “Mackie” Allen, Jr.; brothers Linwood E. Allen and Julius R. Allen.
He is survived by sons, Jody...
Russell "Gary" Crabtree, Jr.
Feb 11, 2025
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Russell “Gary” Crabtree, Jr., son of Russell Crabtree, Sr. and the late Paula Hall Crabtree, passed away on Tuesday February 11, 2025 at the age of 54.
A lifelong Durham resident, he was a graduate of Southern High School, and upon graduating, started a career in retail management. Mr. Crabtree later had the pleasure of working alongside his brother...
Cathy White Petty
Feb 8, 2025
Mrs. Cathy W. Petty, the daughter of the late Henry and Thelma White, passed away on Saturday February 8, 2025, at the age of 74, after a brief illness. A resident of Boyce Road in Creedmoor, NC, Mrs. Petty was a member of Glenn School Road Baptist Church in Durham, NC.
She is survived by her husband, Phillip Petty, and two...
Edward J. Jernigan, Sr.
Feb 8, 2025
Edward J. Jernigan, Sr., 59 of Durham, North Carolina suddenly passed away on Saturday, February 8, 2025. He was born in St. Pauls, North Carolina on March 28, 1965 to Shirley Britt who precedes him in death.
Mr. Jernigan worked as a Paver Operator for over 30 years, paving many roads throughout the Triangle. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching...
Orville Wally Powell
Feb 6, 2025
Orville Wally Powell, 88, of Durham, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025. He was born on March 29, 1936 in Jackson County, Kentucky to the late Thomas and Doll Powell.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his son, David Michael Powell; 2 brothers and 3 sisters.
Mr. Powell loved his family and community....
Danny Arthur Tharrington
Feb 6, 2025
Danny Tharrington of Durham, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with a chronic lung disease.
He was born on September 23, 1954, to the late Grady Spencer and Mollie Harris Tharrington. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Kenneth, Carl, J. B. and Bobby Tharrington.
He...
Theresa Lassiter
Feb 6, 2025
Theresa Cheryl Lassiter, 72, of Roxboro, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025. She was born on May 12, 1952 at Watts Hospital in Durham, NC to the late Tommy and Lillian Hicks.
In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her son, Baby Lassiter and her brother, Tommy D. Hicks, Jr.
Being born and raised...
Sandra Kearney Hall
Feb 5, 2025
Mrs. Sandra Kearney Hall, 75, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 5, 2025, at Hock Family Pavilion.
Mrs. Hall was the daughter of Mildred Fuller and Samuel Kearney of Mapleville, NC.
Sandra is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 50 years, James E. Hall, Sr and brother, Clarence Kearney.
She is survived by her sons,...
Gerald Jonas
Feb 4, 2025
Sadly, we announce the passing of Gerald “Jerry” Alex Jonas on February 4, 2025 at Carolina Meadows in Chapel Hill, NC. He was born in Brooklyn, NY on May 20, 1927 and leaves a long legacy of love and influence among those who had the gift of knowing him. He had great clarity of purpose; he prioritized his family and...
Lucy Janice Howard
Feb 2, 2025
Lucy Janice "Jan" Howard (Abernethy), 86, passed away on February 2, 2025, in Durham, North Carolina.
Born on March 7, 1938, in Durham, Jan was a proud graduate of Durham High School, Class of 1956. She dedicated her career to serving the community through her work at the Durham Health Department before transitioning into mortgage banking and real estate.
Jan’s...
Joseph Kass
Feb 2, 2025
Joseph Kass of Bronx, New York, son of Albert Kass and Celia Kass, passed on to the eternal on February 2nd, 2025, at the age of 92. The cause was complications due to a long, active, prosperous, and fulfilling life. He was a caring husband, a rock of a father, and an immensely proud grandfather. A highly successful self-made business...
Jerry Everette Barbour
Feb 1, 2025
Jerry Everette Barbour, a beloved husband, brother, and uncle, passed away on February 1, 2025, in Durham, North Carolina. Born on January 6, 1953, in Wake County. Jerry lived a full life dedicated to his family and community.
Jerry built a notable career in the communications field over many years, demonstrating a hard work ethic that became a hallmark of his...
Betty Ira Rider
Feb 1, 2025
Betty Ira Rider died on February 1, 2025, at the age of 77. Her last 19 years were a gradual—and then much faster—decline with dementia. Betty was a force of nature. There were not six degrees of separation in Betty’s world. She knew people everywhere and made friends wherever she went. When Betty met someone, she wanted to know their...
Douglas Daniel McNamara
Jan 31, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Doug McNamara, age 62, of Durham, NC. He passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Friday January 31, 2025.
Doug is survived by his wife Robyn, parents Donald McNamara of South Colton, NY and Annemarie Regan of Colton, NY; sons, Matthew McNamara of San Jose, CA, Mark McNamara...
William "Billy" Brown, Jr.
Jan 31, 2025
William “Billy” L. Brown, Jr., 69, of Caswell County, North Carolina passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025.
Born to William Brown and Faye Brown in the fall of 1955, Billy was the oldest boy in what would become a total of seven siblings. He grew up in Garner, NC, where he met his first love—his horse, Comanche—and discovered a...
Wayne Ross Spencer
Jan 31, 2025
A much-loved husband, father, father-in-law, brother-in-law and friend, Wayne Ross Spencer, 79, of Durham, NC, passed away January 31, 2025. He was born April 10, 1945, in Durham, NC, where he resided most of his life until recently moving to Buffalo Junction, VA to live with his daughter. He graduated from Southern High School and received a BS in Manufacturing...
James M. Cranford, Jr.
Jan 29, 2025
We are celebrating the life of James (Jim) Milton Cranford Jr. Jim lived a full and blessed life, married to Debbie, raising three children Van, Elise and Olivia while sharing in the joy of five, soon to be six grandchildren. Growing up in Winston-Salem, Jim was passionate about his community and athletics, obtaining the level of Eagle Scout and captained...
Mary "Melissa" Tucker
Jan 26, 2025
Mary Melissa Tucker, 53, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025, in Raleigh, North Carolina.
She was born August 18, 1971, in Iredell, North Carolina.
Mrs. Tucker graduated from The Governor Morehead School in Raleigh. She was the Net Controller with HAMN Radio, and her call letters were KCF4HAF. She really enjoyed being on the radio. She was very skilled, being able to...
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