Recent Obituaries
Doris Naylor Parsons
Jul 23, 2025
Doris Naylor Parsons passed away peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, Wiley E. and Ida Margaret Naylor, her brothers, Elbert Naylor, Earl Naylor, and Odell Naylor, her husband of almost 60 years, William “Dub” Parsons, and their daughter Ann P. Eaton, (Bill) of Clinton,...
Virginia Faye Mitchell Goss
Jul 23, 2025
Mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, and sister, Virginia "Faye" Mitchell Goss was dedicated to you till the end of her life on July 23, 2025, due to a stroke. This beautiful lady was born on November 26, 1940, to the late Archie and Lois Mitchell.
Left to cherish her memories are her daughter, Karen Goss Price Shankle, and her cherished grandson, Jason...
Betty Jean Pearsall
Jul 22, 2025
Betty Wilson Pearsall, 86, of Creedmoor, NC, passed away on July 22, 2025. Mrs. Pearsall was born on August 13, 1937, in Orange County, NC, to the late Samuel Monroe and Virginia Blalock Wilson.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Pearsall is preceded in death by her husband Loyd Eugene Pearsall, I; and brother, Samuel M. Wilson, Jr.
She is survived by...
Bruce Zoffin Segal
Jul 19, 2025
Bruce Zoffin Segal (12/27/32-7/19/25) was the loving husband of Mary Riley Segal. He was predeceased by his cherished wife Doralie Levine Segal and his beloved sister Phyllis Goodman. He is the adored stepfather of Rochelle (Shelly) Bloom, Chandra Denenberg Zieff, and Amy Abelson, and the proud grandfather of Gabe and Drew Zieff (and his fiancé, Katie Botwin), and Mollie and...
Vanessa Daughtry Bland
Jul 17, 2025
Born on November 13, 1973, at Watts Hospital in Durham, Vanessa Daughtry Bland, 51, of Apex, NC, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill. Vanessa brought light and love into the lives of everyone who knew her, touching hearts with her warmth, strength, and grace.
She was preceded in death by her father, Bryant Wills....
Margaret Elizabeth Carroll Green
Jul 11, 2025
CREEDMOOR: Margaret Elizabeth Carroll Green, 79 years old, passed away Friday, July 11, 2025.
Mrs. Green was born July 26,1945 to Leo and Oral Mae Carroll in Durham, NC.
She retired from the Honeywell Company (formerly Sperry) where she was a Coil Winder for airline cockpit wirings.
Margaret was a very humble woman who showed love to her family and special friends. A...
Jerry Michael Medlin, Sr.
Jul 2, 2025
Jerry Michael Medlin, Sr., 71, of Durham passed away on July 2, 2025, at Duke Regional Hospital. Mr. Medlin was born on April 30, 1954, in Durham to the late Joseph Bobby and Vera Tapp Medlin.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Medlin predeceased his wife, Karen Medlin.
Mr. Medlin is survived by his sons Justin Medlin and wife Brandi of Hillsborough,...
Andrea Namisnack Marcus
Jul 2, 2025
Andrea Lee Marcus was born on March 11, 1942 in Auburn, New York to Mildred and John Namisnack. Andrea’s father John passed away when she was an infant and she was raised in Yonkers, New York.
She graduated Yonkers High School and Hunter College. Upon graduation, Andrea became a teacher in the Head Start Program, then in its infancy. She met...
Elizabeth Scott Ware
Jul 1, 2025
With deep sorrow and love, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Liz Scottie Ware, 74, who passed away peacefully in her home Tuesday July 1, 2025.
She was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and a loyal friend to many. Her kindness, strength, and unwavering love touched all who knew her. She was born January 10, 1951, in Roxboro, NC...
Zachary Thomas Vaughan
Jun 26, 2025
Zachary “Zack” Vaughan, 33, of Durham, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, June 28, 2025 in Ebony, Virginia. He was born on January 12, 1992, in Durham, NC to Kevin Vaughan and his late mother Lisa Vaughan who passed away in December of 2021.
Zack worked as a Mechanical Insulator for Triangle Insulation Services. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting...
Julie Riggs Allison Parrott
Jun 24, 2025
Julie Dean Riggs Allison Parrott, 86, of Durham, North Carolina passed away at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. She was born in Durham on October 5, 1938, to the late Ervin and Lillian Riggs.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers, Buck Riggs, Quinton Riggs, Robert Riggs and Donald Riggs...
Judith Bryant Crabtree
Jun 22, 2025
Judith Bryant “Judy” Crabtree, 80, of Durham passed away on June 22, 2025, at Durham Ridge Assisted Living. Ms. Crabtree was born on January 15, 1945, in Durham to the late Millard and Frances Smith Bryant. In addition to her parents, Ms. Crabtree is predeceased by her sister, Sandra Bryant.
Ms. Crabtree is survived by her sons, Chris Crabtree and spouse...
Mary Ann Bender Jones
Jun 22, 2025
Mary Ann Bender Jones, 61, of Wake Forest passed away on June 22, 2025, at UNC Rex Hospital. Mrs. Jones was born on March 21, 1964, in Wake County to the late John and Mary Rambeaut Bender.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jones is predeceased by a sister, Faye Morgan.
Mrs. Jones is survived by her husband Milton Jones; children, Corey...
Neda Russell Hendrickson
Jun 20, 2025
Neda Dare Russell Hendrickson, 100, of Durham passed away on June 20, 2025, at Hillcrest Convalescent Center. Mrs. Hendrickson was born on January 20, 1925, in Durham to the late Archibald and Pearl Foushee Russell.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Hendrickson is predeceased by husband, Roy W. Hendrickson; brothers, A.C. Russell, Jr. Lamberth C. Russell, John L. Russell, Norman A....
Mila Guban Neumann
Jun 19, 2025
Mila Guban Neumann, 74, of Durham, NC passed away on June 19, 2025 at Duke Hock Family Pavilion. Mrs. Neumann was born in Casiguran, Sorsogon (Philippines), and the daughter of late Demetrio Binalla & Raymunda Briones. She was a very dedicated Intensive care nurse for her entire career.
She was the seventh child in a family of 10 children. She lived...
Brenda Allen Beasley
Jun 19, 2025
Brenda Allen Beasley, 77, of Apex passed away on June 19, 2025, at her residence. Mrs. Beasley was born on September 29, 1947, in Plymouth, NC to the late Delbert Daniel and Gussie Biggs Allen. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Beasley is predeceased by her husband, William Ray Beasley, Jr.
Mrs. Beasley is survived by her son, William R. “Billy”...
Terry Daniel Thompson
Jun 14, 2025
Terry Daniel Thompson, born on September 26, 1948, to Daniel and Margaret McDaniel Thompson, passed peacefully from this life to be reunited in heaven with his beloved wife, Martha Satterthwaite Thompson.
Terry is lovingly remembered by his daughters, Wanda Banker and her husband Russell, and Michelle Lunsford; his sister, Joyce Steward, and her husband Jim; four grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
He was...
Steven Lawrence Crain, Sr.
Jun 12, 2025
Steven L. Crain, Sr., 66, of Durham, North Carolina passed away surrounded by his family in the early morning hours of Thursday, June 12, 2025. He was born May 18th, 1959, in Durham, NC to the late Clyde and Gloria Crain.
In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his ex-wife but beloved friend, Barbara Crain; son,...
George T. King, Jr.
Jun 11, 2025
George T. King, Jr., 52, of Hillsborough, North Carolina passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. He was born on October 28, 1972 to the late George Thomas King, Sr. and Doris Lee King.
Mr. King worked as a Handyman for many years; he could fix anything that needed to be done. His kind nature and patience made...
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