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James Melvin Thompson

James Melvin Thompson

Sep 16, 2024

James Melvin Thompson, 84 of Durham, North Carolina passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 16, 2024. He was born in Lumberton, North Carolina on January 16, 1940, to the late Henry Frank and Sallie Phillips Thompson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by brothers, Henry Thompson, Lester Thompson, and Franklin Thompson; sisters, Sadie Rae...

Tracy Williams

Tracy Williams

Sep 12, 2024

 Tracy Earp Williams left us far too soon on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at the age of 47.  She was born in Durham, North Carolina, on June 4, 1977, to Larry Edwin Earp and Sherry Meredith. 

Mrs. Williams is preceded in death by her father, Larry Earp and her brother, Christopher Earp. 

 Tracy Williams was a medical assistant and touched the lives...

Judy Louise Campbell

Judy Louise Campbell

Sep 6, 2024

Mrs. Judy Louise Emory Campbell, 76, passed away September 6, 2024, in her home. Mrs. Campbell was born January 7, 1948, to the late Arge Methord Emory and Evelyn L Emory in Durham, NC. Judy loved her children and was known for her devotion to church where she played piano and was a den leader for her kids’ Cub Scout...

David A. Hughes

David A. Hughes

Sep 5, 2024

David Andrew Hughes, 56, of Wirtz, VA, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024, after a courageous battle with Interstitial Lung Diseases at Duke University Hospital. He always maintained a positive attitude and never lost his kindness and caring nature for others. He was born on August 12, 1968, in Welch, West Virginia to Billy and Norma Jean Hughes.

David was...

Hilda Jean Hardiman

Hilda Jean Hardiman

Sep 4, 2024

Mrs. Hilda Jean Crabtree Hardiman, 87, born October 17, 1936, in Durham, N.C. to the late Freddie Crabtree and Carlene Potts, also from Durham, passed away on September 4, 2024, at Liberty Commons in Burlington, N.C.

For 14 years, Hilda was employed at General Electric with years following at Durham Drapery and Liggett & Myers. In her early years she enjoyed...

Martha Latrelle Clements

Martha Latrelle Clements

Sep 3, 2024

Mrs. Martha Latrelle Clements, 84, went home to be with her Savior on September 3, 2024.

Martha was born July 13th, 1940, to Charlie and Maebell Strickland in Waycross GA, and was she was one of 10 children.

 In addition to Charlie and Maebell Strickland, Martha Clements was proceeded in Death by her daughter Debra Ann Clements and 5 brothers and sisters.

 Mrs....

Brenda Sue Evans

Brenda Sue Evans

Sep 3, 2024

Brenda Sue Bowles Evans, 73, of Durham, North Carolina passed on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Durham County, North Carolina on March 23, 1951, to the late James Bowles and Violet Crabtree. 

In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her brother, Mike Bowles.

Brenda Evans was a nurse...

Chris Charles Christy

Chris Charles Christy

Sep 2, 2024

Chris Charles Christy, 78, of Durham, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 2, 2024. He was born in Danville, Virginia, on December 17, 1945, to the late Charles and Mary Christy.

Mr. Christy is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Janette Searls Christy; his son, Charles Christy of Burlington, N.C.; and one grandchild, Noah Stallings-Christy.

Chris...

Marlene V. Dorman

Marlene V. Dorman

Aug 29, 2024

Marlene Virginia Dorman, 93, of Durham, North Carolina, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024. Mrs. Dorman was born in Durham County, North Carolina on April 29, 1931, to the late James Prentice Ange and Ruby Olivia Dunn. 

Marlene was known for her dedication to her church for over 80 years and was the oldest member to date. She will also be...

Lillie Mae Wiggins

Lillie Mae Wiggins

Aug 26, 2024

Lillie Mae Carpenter Wiggins, 94, of Hillsborough passed away Monday August 26, 2024, at the home of her daughter.

Mrs. Wiggins was born in Roberson County on July 16, 1930, to the late William Henry and Ila Byrd Carpenter. 

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Wiggins is preceded in death by her husband Oliver Roy Wiggins; daughters, Gloria Glasscock, Peggy Butler, and...

Carolyn Whaley McLamb

Carolyn Whaley McLamb

Aug 25, 2024

Mrs. Carolyn Louise McLamb, 82, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Mrs. McLamb was born on April 28, 1942, to Wilbur and Alyce Whaley in Durham County, NC.

She worked for North Carolina News Group and was a long-time Horton Road Freewill Baptist Church member. She was a member of the Gideons International Women’s Ministry. Carolyn was an animal lover...

Randy Nevils

Randy Nevils

Aug 25, 2024

Randy Nevils, 64, of Stem, North Carolina passed on Sunday, August 25, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. He was born in Wake County, North Carolina on September 25,1959 to the late Robert and Margie Nevils.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his loving wife of 42 years, Katie Nevils.

Randy worked as a Mechanic...

Paul E. Daniel, Sr.

Paul E. Daniel, Sr.

Aug 23, 2024

Mr. Paul E. Daniel, Sr., 84, of Durham, North Carolina peacefully passed away at his home on Friday, August 23, 2024. He was born on September 14, 1939, in Summerfield, NC to the late James and Beatrice Walker Daniel.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Daniel is preceded in death by his brothers, Monroe Daniel, Jimmy Daniel and Ralph Daniel; sisters,...

Rhonda Rigsbee "Susie" Snipes

Rhonda Rigsbee "Susie" Snipes

Aug 22, 2024

Rhonda Rigsbee “Susie” Snipes, 70, of Durham passed away after losing a battle with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) Thursday August 22, 2024, and was surrounded by her loving family. 

Susie was born in Durham on May 28, 1954, to the late Lonnie Rigsbee and Dorothy Matthews Rigsbee. 

Susie was preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie and Dot, brother Ronnie Rigsbee, nephew...

Marco Antonio Velazquez Gonzalez

Marco Antonio Velazquez Gonzalez

Aug 18, 2024

Marco Antonio Velázquez González born on December 12,1975 in Mexico in his ranch he grew up in El Vizcaino Jalisco a great father, son, brother and friend gone too soon but never forget a man of word and joy. Loved by his wife Graciela and kids Marco, Gilberto, Graciela, Giseel, Allison, Jesus, Victoria. He was self employed Construction worker for...

David Allen Page

David Allen Page

Aug 17, 2024

David Allen Page was born June 21, 1957 and passed peacefully August 17, 2024. He is survived by his sons Kevin Page and Zachary Page, and brother to Michael Page and Donna Woods. 

 A private memorial service will be held at a later date.

Thomas Henry Carter, Jr.

Thomas Henry Carter, Jr.

Aug 17, 2024

Thomas Henry Carter, Jr., 83, of Durham, passed away August 17, 2024, at Hock Family Pavilion.

 Mr. Carter was born in Wake County, NC on April 5, 1941, to the late Thomas Carter, Sr., and Inez Laughter Carter.

Mr. Carter is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Mrs. Jean Cash Carter; sons, Tony Carter and wife Dianne, Tim Carter and...

Christine Seagroves Herndon

Christine Seagroves Herndon

Aug 15, 2024

 Christine “Tine” Herndon, 88, peacefully passed away with her family, August 15, 2024, at her home to be with her Lord and Savior. 

Mrs. Christine Herndon was born on February 19, 1936, to (the late) William Haywood Seagroves and Beulah Farrell in Apex, North Carolina. 

Mrs. Herndon was preceded in death by her loving husband of 58 years, Clarence Gaston Herndon; brothers,...

Ronny Tee Aiken

Ronny Tee Aiken

Aug 12, 2024

Ronny Tee Aiken, 68, of Rougemont, passed away August 12, 2024. Mr. Aiken was born in Durham County, NC on June 12, 1956, to the late William “Norris” Aiken and June Faircloth Aiken who survives him. 

Ronny was beloved husband to Amy Aiken and dedicated father to his children, Robbie Aiken and Amanda Aiken. Robbie along with his wife MacKenzie brought...

Juanita Hales Harris

Juanita Hales Harris

Aug 10, 2024

Juanita Hales Harris, 90, formerly of Durham, North Carolina peacefully passed away in Chase City, VA at her daughters’ home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, August 10, 2024. She was born on June 11, 1934, in Wilson, NC to the late Fernie and Martha Hales.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Larry...

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