Recent Obituaries
Michael Molands
Dec 24, 2021
Arrangements are being handled by Crowder – Hite – Crews Funeral Home in South Hill, VA
Lisa Morris Vaughan
Dec 24, 2021
Lisa Carol Morris Vaughan, 50, passed away December 24, 2021, at home.
Mrs. Vaughan was born July 26, 1971, to Carolyn Morris and the late Elliot Carlie “A.C.” Morris in Raleigh, NC. She was President of Triangle Insulation Services, Inc.
In addition to her father, Lisa was preceded in death by her brother, Andy Morris; and sister, Sheila Anne Morris.
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Christopher Randolph Barker
Dec 24, 2021
Christopher Randolph Barker, 59, passed away on December 24, 2021, in Granville County.
Mr. Barker was born September 4, 1962, to Paul “Jimmy” Barker, Jr. (Selma) and the late Joyce Mae Barker, in Durham. He loved camping at White Lake, enjoyed working with his hands and was a loving Dad to his son, Christopher. He was of the Baptist faith...
Kristian Patrice Robert Williams
Dec 23, 2021
Kristian Patrice Robert Williams died on December 23, 2021, in North Carolina. He was 37 years old.
Affectionately know as Kris, He was the oldest son of his deceased beloved mother, Simone Butler, and his father, Robert Williams. He was born on October 25, 1984, in Bronx, New York. He was an avid cook. He attended Job Corp in 2002-2003....
John Robert Mills
Dec 22, 2021
Mr. John Robert Mills, age 71, passed away on December 22, 2021.
Mr. Mills was born May 21, 1950 to the late Ravy Hole and Gladys Wilson Mills. John was a roofer for many years. He enjoyed going to the mountains, working on cars, and loved ice cream. John loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He will be deeply missed.
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Earl C. Smith
Dec 22, 2021
Mr. Earl C. Smith, age 92, passed away on December 22, 2021. Earl was born November 15, 1929 to the late Sidney and Gertrude Bullard Smith in Roseboro, NC.
He graduated in 1949 from the North Carolina School for the Deaf where he started his printing career. He married the love of his life, Louvenia Smith in 1954. Earl retired from...
JoAnna Hunt Emory
Dec 21, 2021
Mrs. JoAnna Hunt Emory, age 76, passed away on December 21, 2021.
JoAnna was born April 20, 1945 to the late Robert Lee and Pauline Ashby Osborne. Mrs. Emory was proud to be a part of the Cherokee Native American Indian Tribe. She was full of life, and was often the life of any party or get together. JoAnna enjoyed...
Barbara Glenn Bradney
Dec 19, 2021
DURHAM- Mrs. Barbara Jean Glenn Bradney, age 88, passed away on December 19, 2021.
Barbara was born February 20, 1933 to the late Lawrence and Thora Brungard Glenn. Mrs. Bradney was a faithful and active member of her church. She enjoyed traveling. Barbara was an avid reader and enjoyed singing and listening to music. She loved her family. Barbara will...
John Watson Hinesley Jr.
Dec 16, 2021
DURHAM- Mr. John Watson Hinesley, Jr., age 70, passed away on December 16, 2021.
John was born September 24, 1951 to the late John Watson and Clara Malone Page Hinesley, Sr. Mr. Hinesley attended Riverside Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and racing. John loved spending time with his family and friends. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time, laughing,...
Steve Mishue
Dec 16, 2021
DURHAM- Mr. Steve Mishue, age 67, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 16, 2021.
Steve was born February 16, 1954 to the late Lidy and Eloise Elizabeth Shaw Mishue in Lumberton, NC. Mr. Mishue retired after 32 years from the City of Durham as an Electrical Inspector. Steve was a faithful member of the Shady Grove...
Jesse James Shaw, III
Dec 15, 2021
DURHAM- Mr. Jesse James Shaw, III, 83, passed away Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at Roxboro Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Mr. Shaw was born October 1, 1938 to the late Jesse and Evana Shaw in Person County, NC. He was a member of Lowe’s Grove Baptist Church. Mr. Shaw enjoyed golfing, bowling, reading and working in his shop. He will be...
Barbara Lynn Russell
Dec 14, 2021
After living her life with kindness, loyalty, generosity, intelligence, and love, Barbara Lynn Russell, otherwise known as Lynn, and even more well known as Violet, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, December 14th, 2021. While she left this world a much better place for having her in it, the lives of her family and friends will never be the same after...
Dorothea Andrews Dutton
Dec 14, 2021
DURHAM- Mrs. Dorothea Andrews Dutton, 91, passed away on December 14, 2021.
Mrs. Dutton was born March 27, 1930 to the late Lawrence and Ida Andrews in Brunswick County, N.C. Dorothea lived in Hamlet, N.C. her entire life and was a faithful member of East Rockingham United Methodist Church. She then moved to Durham, N.C. in 2014. She retired from...
Dollie Lunsford Odom
Dec 13, 2021
DURHAM- Mrs. Dollie Lunsford Odom, age 99, passed away on December 13, 2021.
Dollie was born April 14, 1922 to the late Harvey R. and Biddie Roundtree Lunsford. Mrs. Odom was a faithful member of Lowes Grove Baptist Church. She enjoyed sewing and needle work. She also worked at her father’s general store called Harvey’s Stop and Shop. Later in...
Leona Estelle Clayton
Dec 13, 2021
DURHAM – Ms. Leona Estelle Clayton, age 85, passed away on December 13, 2021.
Leona was born July 1, 1936 to the late Joseph T. and Bertha Cozart Clayton in Durham, NC.
In addition to her parents, Ms. Clayton was preceded in death by her sister, Bonnie Clayton.
Ms. Clayton is survived by her close cousin, Bobby Clayton and wife,...
Harold David Henderson
Dec 12, 2021
Mr. Harold David Henderson, age 93, passed away on December 12, 2021.
Harold was born May 31, 1928 to the late Jesse James and Sarah Gladys O’Briant Henderson. Mr. Henderson was a Durham High School Graduate of 1946. He was a Past Commander of American Legion Post 7. Harold served in the United States Army during the Korean Era. He...
Charles William “Buck” Clayton
Dec 12, 2021
Charles “Buck” William Clayton, 84, passed away on December 12, 2021, at Duke University Hospital.
Mr. Clayton was born May 23, 1937, to the late John William and Tassie Mae Seamster Clayton in Durham. NC. He was a faithful member of Shady Grove Baptist church, where he was baptized. Mr. Clayton retired at the rank of Major from the Durham...
Franklin Delano “Frank” Bordeaux
Dec 10, 2021
Franklin Delano “Frank” Bordeaux, 80, passed away Friday December 10, 2021 in Greer, S.C.
Mr. Bordeaux was born December 7, 1941 to the late Roy Howard Bordeaux and Marietta Hall Bordeaux.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Bordeaux is preceded in death by his brothers, Jimmy, Dolphus and Gene Bordeaux; and a sister, Anne Holt.
Frank is survived by his...
Greysen & Greylen Rochelle
Dec 10, 2021
Greysen and Greylen Rochelle, passed away in the embrace of their family on December 10, 2021 at Duke University Hospital. The beloved twins were born that same day, to Derrick Moss and Kimberly Rochelle. While the time together was short, Greysen and Greylen will forever be in the heart of their family.
The twins are preceded in death by their...
Sandra Darlene “Donnie” Wood
Dec 9, 2021
Sandra Darlene “Donnie” Wood, 61, passed away December 9, 2021, in Butner, NC.
Ms. Wood was born January 19, 1960 to the late Talton Wallace and Elsie Harris Wood, Sr. in Durham. She was a very loving, caring, giving person who loved going to the beach and to the mountains. Sandra enjoyed attending services at Riverside Baptist Church. She retired...
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