Category Archives: Obituaries

Edith Briscoe Balazsi

Edith Briscoe Balazsi

November 28, 2024, 95, Kenly — Edith Briscoe Balazsi, 95, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Wilson Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Born on September 9, 1929, in Johnston County, she was the daughter of the late Evan Briscoe and Frances Ballance Briscoe. A graveside service to honor Edith’s life will be held on…read more »

Mitzie Adkins

Mitzie Adkins

November 26, 2024, 64, Goldsboro — Ms. Mitzie Adkins, 64, completed her earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Kitty Askins. There will be no formal services.read more »

Dwayne Steven Proctor

Dwayne Steven Proctor

November 27, 2024, 63, Kenly — Dwayne Steven Proctor, 63, of Kenly, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at The Carrolton of Dunn after a five-year battle with cancer. Born on February 8, 1961, in Johnston County, he was the son of the late James William “Sonny” Proctor, Jr. and Adell Whaley Proctor. After…read more »

James Wellington (Jamie)

James Wellington (Jamie)

November 30, 2024, 62, Goldsboro — Mr. James Wellington (Jamie), 62, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at Kitty Askins, surrounded by his family. The arrangements are incomplete.read more »

Donald Desseaw Jr.

Donald Desseaw Jr.

November 29, 2024, Kinston — Mr. Donald Desseaw Jr., peacefully transitioned from this earthly walk of life on Friday, November 29, 2024, at UNC Lenoir Healthcare, Kinston, NC. Arrangements are incomplete at this time. Services of caring, compassionate, and distinguished class entrusted to J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations of Kinston.read more »

Bobby G. King

Bobby G. King

November 27, 2024, 82, Goldsboro — Mr. Bobby G. King, 82, answered the Master’s call on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at UNC Wayne Healthcare, Goldsboro, 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 »

Gliffie Ingram Jr.

Gliffie Ingram Jr.

November 24, 2024, 94, Fremont — Mr. Gliffie Ingram Jr., 94, completed his earthly journey and transitioned from labor to reward, on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at home surrounded by his loved ones. The arrangements are incomplete.read more »

Marilyn W. Thorne

Marilyn W. Thorne

November 23, 2024, 81, Goldsboro — Ms. Marilyn W. Thorne, 81, completed her earthly journey and transitioned to her heavenly home on Saturday, November 23, 2024, in the home that she shared with her sister Madge Wilder. The celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 4:00 pm with a…read more »

Kenneth Wayne Raper

Kenneth Wayne Raper

November 21, 2024, 80, Pikeville — Kenneth Wayne Raper, 80, of the Pikeville community went to be with his Lord and Savior Thursday, November 21, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Homegoing services will be Sunday, November 24, 2024, at 3 p.m. in the chapel of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont with…read more »

Betty Alice Ramey

Betty Alice Ramey

November 20, 2024, 76, Goldsboro — Betty Alice Ramey, 76, of Goldsboro received her ultimate healing Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at UNC Health Wayne in Goldsboro. Homegoing service will be held Friday, December 7, 2024, at 10 a.m. Central Heights FWB Church. Burial will follow at Old Mill Cemetery in Goldsboro. The family will receive…read more »

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