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Sandra Lee Stammler

Sandra Lee Stammler

Jan 9, 2025

Arrangements are pending.

Paul A Newton

Paul A Newton

Jan 9, 2025

Paul Avery Newton (95) of Durham, NC went home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2025. Paul was born in Granville County on October 5, 1929, to the late Virgie Tuck Newton and Roger Avery Newton. He was proceeded in death by thirteen siblings, Macie, Mattie, Minnie, Warren “Harden”, Esther, Lena, Louise “Snookie”, Carl “Doc”, Jeremiah “Jake”, Crawford,...

Monroe Burrage, Jr.

Monroe Burrage, Jr.

Jan 5, 2025

Monroe Burrage, Jr., 97, of Durham, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025. He was born in Durham, NC on October 30, 1927 to the late Monroe Burrage, Sr. and Cora Neal Burrage.

In addition to his parents Mr. Burrage was preceded in death by his loving wife, Frances Burrage; son, Wayne R. Burrage; brother, Ben Burrage; sister, Margie...

DeWitt Rice, Jr

DeWitt Rice, Jr

Jan 5, 2025

DeWitt T. Rice, Jr., 87, of Durham, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025. He was born in Durham, NC at Watts Hospital on September 14, 1937, to the late DeWitt Rice, Sr. and Pansy Roberson Rice.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his loving wife, Edna Brock Rice.

Mr. Rice worked for...

Boyd Jacobs

Boyd Jacobs

Jan 4, 2025

Charles “Boyd” Jacobs

Charles Boyd Jacobs; 84; a beloved and cherished father, husband, grandfather and great-grandfather entered the kingdom of heaven on January 4, 2025. He departed from his home in Roxboro, NC, peacefully, surrounded by his family. Boyd’s life revolved around his family and his friends that he loved so deeply. 

He dedicated his life to providing joy for those he...

Gladys Stallings Young

Gladys Stallings Young

Jan 3, 2025

Gladys Stallings Young, 93, passed away on January 3, 2025, in Eno Pointe Assisted Living.

Mrs. Young was born July 20, 1931, to the late Mable Ray and Clarence Marco Stallings in Durham, NC. She worked as an Accountant in the Hotel Industry before retiring.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Young is preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd L. Young;...

Barry Allan Katz

Barry Allan Katz

Jan 3, 2025

Barry Allan Katz 3-16-44 1-3-25

Beloved husband of Belinda Novik, devoted father of Noah Novik Katz, 50 year friend of Paul Gabrielson, good neighbor, and mentor. Barry died quietly at home from a long illness with a rare spinal infection. He will be missed by all for his intelligence, willingness to help, dedication to his family and principles, and basic decency.

He...

Dorothy Oakley Stephenson

Dorothy Oakley Stephenson

Jan 1, 2025

Dorothy “Dot” Oakley Stephenson, age 85, of North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Born on August 28, 1939, in Durham, North Carolina, she was a daughter of the late Dolphus and Lena Oakley.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 67 years, Larry Stephenson; son, Rodney Stephenson; grandson,...

Barbara Lynch Asbury

Barbara Lynch Asbury

Jan 1, 2025

Barbara Lynch Asbury, 75, passed away January 1, 2025, at Duke Hospital. 

Mrs. Asbury was born December 25, 1950, to the late Lenore Ruzicci Lynch and George Lynch in Bluefield WV. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Wilmington, N.C. Barbara loved spending time with family, listening and dancing to beach music, cooking, and teaching water aerobics.

In addition...

John Calhoun Marlowe, Jr.

John Calhoun Marlowe, Jr.

Jan 1, 2025

John Calhoun Marlowe, Jr. of Durham, North Carolina passed away peacefully on January 1st, 2025, after a brief stay at Duke Medical Center. A wonderful husband of 70 years to Emma Jean Crabtree Marlowe (the absolute love of his life). He was father to 3 sons (John, Mike, Doug), father-in-law (ilknur/Mike and Camille/Doug). John was born in Sumter, SC on...

Aureliano Ramos

Aureliano Ramos

Dec 31, 2024

Aureliano Ramos, 89, of Durham, North Carolina peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. He was born in El Salvador on June 25, 1935, to the late Gregorio and Secundina Ramos.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 8 siblings.

Mr. Ramos was a Mason for many years in El Salvador where he built beautiful new homes....

Jonathan Lynn Blancett

Jonathan Lynn Blancett

Dec 30, 2024

Jonathan Lynn Blancett, 43, of Durham, NC, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024, at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill.

Born on March 29, 1981, in Wake County, NC, Jonathan was the beloved son of Carolyn Blancett, who survives him, and the late John Chavis.

Jonathan is survived by his son, Brandon Minor, and daughter, Janiya Blancett, both of Durham, NC. He...

Michael W. Wood

Michael W. Wood

Dec 29, 2024

Michael W. Wood, 67, of Creedmoor, North Carolina passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. He was born in Durham, NC on October 28, 1957, to the late Leslie and Mary Edith Wood.

Mr. Wood proudly served his country in the United States Army and was honorably discharged as a Sergeant. Michael worked for many years at MetLife where he was...

Willard Wells Brantley

Willard Wells Brantley

Dec 26, 2024

Willard "Billy" Wells Brantley, 62, of Durham, NC, passed away at his home "the bunk house" Thursday, December 26th, 2024. 

Mr. Brantley was born in Alamance County on September 26th, 1962, to the late Willard "Bill" E. and Barbara Small Brantley. 

Mr. Brantley is survived by his son Brandon W. Brantley and fiancé Scotty Hughes Jr. of Clayton, NC; grandchildren Gresham and...

Ted William Fox

Ted William Fox

Dec 25, 2024

Ted William Fox, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and Vietnam War veteran, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on September 25, 1951, in Roxboro, North Carolina, Ted lived a life defined by service, love and strength, leaving a lasting legacy for his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

The...

Mary Judith Skinner

Mary Judith Skinner

Dec 23, 2024

Mary Judith “Judy” Skinner, 69, of Henderson, NC, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024, at Maria Parham Hospital.

Born August 29, 1955, in Durham, NC.  Judy was the daughter of the late Dewey D. Skinner and Mildred Chambers Skinner.  She was also preceded in death by her brother, Marshall L. Skinner and her sister, Linda Barrier.

Judy will be lovingly...

Eloise Owens Smith

Eloise Owens Smith

Dec 18, 2024

Eloise Owens Smith, 81, of Durham, passed away Wednesday December 18, 2024, at Wake Medical Center.

Mrs. Smith was born January 26, 1943, in New Hanover County, North Carolina to the late Burley Floyd Owens and Leone Prevatt Owens.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by a son James Ray Smith; brother, Floyd Owens; and sister, Betty Jo...

Sandra Nell Morris

Sandra Nell Morris

Dec 14, 2024

Sandra Nell Morris, 72, of Durham, North Carolina, peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, December 14, 2024. She was born on September 8, 1952 in Johnston County, North Carolina to the late Fred and Barbara Peedin.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband of over 50 years, Jerry Morris, Sr.; son,...

Virginia Ann Wall

Virginia Ann Wall

Dec 13, 2024

Virginia Ann Wall, 86, of Surf City, North Carolina, peacefully passed away at home on Friday, December 13, 2024. She was born in Durham, NC on September 12, 1938, to the late Rand and Virginia Wall. 

In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Dobby Wall. Ms. Wall is survived by her brother, Al Wall...

Mable "Alma" Turner Bridges

Mable "Alma" Turner Bridges

Dec 9, 2024

Mable “Alma” Turner Bridges, 79, of Durham, North Carolina passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024. She was born to the late Thomas Guy and Clydie Dillard Turner. 

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia Dawn Bridges and her sisters, Frances, Doris, Joanne, Alice and Betty “Shorty”.

Ms. Bridges retired from Litho Industries as a...

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