Category Archives: Obituaries

Herbert Smalls

Herbert Smalls

February 7, 2025, 82, Waldorf, MD — Mr. Herbert Smalls, 82, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, Friday, February 7, 2025 at the VA Hospital in DC. There will be a viewing , Thursday, February 27, 2025 from 12:00 -1:30 PM at J.B. Rhodes Jr. Memorial Chapel. He will be laid…read more »

Lewellyn Keyes Jr.

Lewellyn Keyes Jr.

February 6, 2025, 76, Goldsboro — It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Lewellyn Keyes Jr., 76, who transitioned from labor to reward on Thursday, February 06, 2025 at Hospice House in Greenville, North Carolina. The arrangements are incomplete at this time,read more »

Condred Earl Fields

Condred Earl Fields

February 4, 2025, 70, Goldsboro — Mr. Condred Earl Fields, 70, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at UNC Healthcare Wayne. The arrangements are incomplete.read more »

Lisa Y. Lewis

Lisa Y. Lewis

February 4, 2025, 64, Goldsboro — Ms. Lisa Y. Lewis, 64, completed her earthly journey on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at Wake Medical Center, Raleigh, NC. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Services of caring, compassionate and distinguished class entrusted to J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations of Goldsboro.read more »

Willo Jean Jordan

Willo Jean Jordan

February 9, 2025, 74, Goldsboro — Willo Jean Jordan, affectionately known as “Willa” or “Jean,” peacefully departed this life on Sunday, February 9, 2025, in Goldsboro, NC. Born in Wayne County, NC, to the late Willo and Mary Jane Parks Whitfield, she lived a life devoted to her faith and service to others. Jean was…read more »

Debra Smith Wilson

Debra Smith Wilson

February 6, 2025, 69, Coats — Elder Debra Smith Wilson, 69, went to her heavenly home Thursday, February 6, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Wilson was born in Wayne County on April 25, 1955. She was a member of Eleven Hour Ministry in Dunn. She leaves to cherish her memories her loving husband,…read more »

John Edgar Kennedy

John Edgar Kennedy

February 3, 2025, 57, Goldsboro — John Edgar Kennedy, 57, from Goldsboro, NC, passed away peacefully on 2/3/25, surrounded by his loving family. John was a true jack of all trades, with a special knack for carpentry—if you could dream it, he could build it! Even the most skilled craftsmen know the importance of slowing…read more »

Carl Ross Dever

Carl Ross Dever

February 1, 2025, 87, Goldsboro — Carl Ross Dever, 87, of Goldsboro passed away Saturday, February 1, 2025 at his home. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the chapel of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro. Mr. Dever was born in West Virginia on November 26,…read more »

Ernestine Uzzell

Ernestine Uzzell

January 31, 2025, 83, Durham — Ernestine Uzzell, 83, departed this walk of life, Friday, January 31, 2025, at Rose Manor Health & Rehabilitation in Durham. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.read more »

Jeryll O’Teria Dortch Mitchell

Jeryll O’Teria Dortch Mitchell

January 30, 2025, 33, Goldsboro — Jeryll O’Teria Dortch Mitchell, affectionally called “Teria” by family and “OT” by colleagues and classmates, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, January 30, 2025. Viewing will be Thursday, February 13, 2025, from 4 until 6 p.m. at Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro. Homegoing service will be held…read more »

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