Recent Obituaries

Sep 25, 2020

RALEIGH- Sachiko “Katie” Aplin (nee Yasaka)

Sachiko “Katie” Aplin, 91, of Raleigh passed away on Friday, September 25, 2020 in Raleigh, NC. Sachiko is survived by her daughter Marie Wright (Greg); son-in-law Tom Houlihan; granddaughters, Lauren Wright (David Schermbeck) and Lindsey Goeres (Richard); grandson, Nathan Wright; great-grandson, Bennett Goeres; sisters, Ameiko Takii (Yuki) and Kiyoko Aroke; brother, Mituru Yasaka (Namea);...

Sep 24, 2020

DURHAM- Mrs. Elsie Mae Drane Duke, 86, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2020.

Mrs. Duke was born on December 20, 1933 to James and Kathleen Drane in Durham, North Carolina. Elsie retired from GTE/Verizon after 45 years. She was a member of the Bethesda Ruritan Club and attended Calvary Baptist Church. Elsie loved to paint, read, and garden. She...

Sep 23, 2020

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA- Marie Fox McCarthy, 93, entered the portals of heaven Wednesday, September 23, 2020. She resided at Magnolia Manor in Virginia Beach, Virginia since August 1, 2020. Prior to that time, she lived with her daughter and her husband in Knotts Island, NC.

She was born in Durham to proud parents Blois K. and Swannie Smith Fox. In...

Sep 23, 2020

DURHAM- Mrs. Lois Weathers Ferrell, 98, passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Brian Center Southpoint.

Mrs. Ferrell was born August 28, 1922 to the late Louis and Lula Weathers in Harnett Co., NC. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church for 72 years and taught Sunday School Class for over 50 years. Mrs. Ferrell enjoyed cooking. She will...

Sep 23, 2020

DURHAM- Mr. James “Jim” Alexander Campbell, 87, passed away September 23, 2020 at his home.

Mr. Campbell was born March 17, 1933 to the late George and Myrtle Campbell in Durham, NC. He proudly served his country in the United States Army and over 45 plus years as a genetic toxicologist. Jim loved his children and eating desserts, especially his...

Sep 23, 2020

DURHAM- Mr. Allen Whitfield Powell, 85, passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Person Memorial Hospital.

Mr. Powell was born August 19, 1935 to the late William and Elizabeth Powell in Robeson Co., NC. He was a member of Gorman Baptist Church. Mr. Powell loved talking to people and enjoyed farming, especially his collard greens. He never met a stranger....

Sep 21, 2020

BUTNER- Miss Nell Wendell Bell Strickland, 99, passed away, Monday, September 21, 2020.

Miss Strickland was born September 9, 1921 to the late Ernest and Mary Ann Strickland in Wake Co., NC. Nell was very spunky lady, very loving and caring. Everyone loved her.

Miss Strickland is preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Mary Ann Strickland; brother, Wilbert...

Sep 20, 2020

Dr. Don Monroe Wheless, Sr., 70, of Durham, NC, passed away on Sunday, 9/20/2020, after a journey with Alzheimer’s.  Don was born to Gilbert and Evelyn Wheless, 6/30/1950, in Durham, NC.  He graduated from Durham High in 1968 where he was a star athlete, and first met Jeanine Carver, whom he wed in 1974.  He earned a full track scholarship...

Sep 18, 2020

Sep 18, 2020

TIMBERLAKE- Mr. Michael Clay Tart, 66, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2020.

Mr. Tart was born on January 30, 1954 to the late Erby H. and Bettie Ruth Tart in Durham, NC. He worked for the American Tobacco Company in Durham from 1975 until they closed their doors, while also serving as a Reserve Officer for the Durham Police...

Sep 17, 2020

DURHAM- Frank Vinson Watson, 88, passed away Thursday, September 17, 2020 at Croasdaile Village.

Mr. Watson was born July 3, 1932 to the late Zack and Lillie Watson in Roxboro, NC. He retired from Frito Lays. Mr. Watson enjoyed gardening, collecting junk and antiques and hanging out with friends.

Mr. Watson is preceded in death by his wife, Fayedean Medlin...

Sep 16, 2020

DURHAM- Mrs. Gertha Daphine Brogden Lassiter, 90, passed away Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Duke Regional Hospital.

Mrs. Lassiter was born July 9, 1930 to the late Lonnie and Mary Brogden in Durham, NC.

Mrs. Lassiter is preceded in death by her first husband, Jourdan Freeman; second husband, Grorer Lassier; sons, Ronnie Freeman, Rusty Freeman; brothers, James Brogden, Floyd Brogden,...

Sep 15, 2020

DURHAM- Mr. James Edward Green, 83, passed away on September 15, 2020 surrounded by his family.

Mr. Green was born on April 10, 1937 to Allen and Margaret Green in Durham, NC. He worked for over 30 years Durham Coca-Cola Company. James enjoyed traveling and watching NASCAR races. He was kindhearted and loved to help others whenever he could.  James...

Sep 13, 2020

A private graveside service will be held at Chapel Hill Kehillah Cemetery.

Sep 11, 2020

DURHAM- Ms. June Rigsbee Loker, 72, passed away Friday, September 11, 2020 at her home.

Ms. Loker was born July 13, 1948 to the late Calvin and Betty Rigsbee in Durham, NC. She was a very kind, loving and compassionate person. Ms. Loker will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother, YahYah and sibling.

Ms. Loker is preceded in...

Sep 11, 2020

Barrie  Bergman, 78, of Santa Barbara, California, formerly of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, departed this world unexpectedly on September 11, 2020, at his home.

During his life, Barrie enjoyed success as a business entrepreneur, author, lecturer and loving husband, father and grandfather.

Barrie was born July 7, 1942, in Durham, North Carolina and was the son of the late Harry...

Sep 10, 2020

Bozidar “Bob” Popov passed away Thursday September 10, 2020 in Durham, NC with his loving wife of 36 years by his side.

Bob was born on January 19, 1947 to the late Ivan and Stefana Popov in Sofia, Bulgaria.

He came to America in 1972 as a political refugee looking for greater opportunity. He was strong, determined and hard working.

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Sep 9, 2020

Sep 5, 2020

DURHAM- Mrs. Gladys T. Hobbs, although 100 years old still loving her life, passed September 5, 2020 with her son and daughter by her bedside.

She was born in Durham County to the late Edward and Manie Oakley Tilley.

Her husband Marvin Hobbs passed in 1971. She was preceded by her sisters, Maggie Jackson, Mabel Caroll, Lottie McPherson, and Alma...

Sep 4, 2020

DURHAM- Mrs. Peggy Louise Shaw Dennis, 91, of Appomattox, VA, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, September 4, 2020. She was the loving wife of Patrick Dennis. Peggy was born in Statesville, NC on July 5, 1929. She was 1 of 7 children born to John and Mattie Shaw.

Peggy was a banker during her employed...