Betty Jean King
June 2, 2026
Betty Busbee King, age 89, passed away early Tuesday morning of June 2, 2026, with her son and daughter by her side. A Memorial service will be held on Friday, June 5 at 1PM, with family visitation beginning at 12 noon. Services will be held at Bryan-Lee Funeral Homes at 1200 Benson Road, Garner NC 27529. The graveside service will...
Thomas Joe Malicoat
June 1, 2026
Thomas Joe Malicoat, 72 of Raleigh, North Carolina, a proud Marine, devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and a man of deep principle, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Tom lived a life defined by service, quiet strength, and an unwavering commitment to those he loved.
His time in the Marine Corps further defined his sense of character of integrity, courage,...
Alice Douglas Powell
June 1, 2026
Alice Douglas Powell (lovingly called Granny by everyone) 96, of Raleigh, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by family, on June 1, 2026.
Born to Braxton and Lucille Douglas, Alice was raised as the daughter of sharecroppers and learned from an early age the value of hard work, perseverance, love, and faith. Those qualities remained with her...
Betty Stuart Martin
June 1, 2026
Betty Stuart Martin, age 78, of Fuquay-Varina, NC died on Monday, June 1, 2026, in Wake-Med Cary Hospital. She was born on June 10, 1947, in Wake County, NC to the late Leo and Clyde Stuart.
She is survived by her husband, Lawrence Ray Martin; her son, Ron Barnette and his wife, Lisa; her sister, Vickie Giles and her husband,...
Bobby Earle Bridges
May 31, 2026
Bobby Earle Bridges, 78, of Henderson, NC, passed away peacefully at home on May 31st, 2026. Born in Burlington, NC on February 7, 1948, Bobby was an electrician by trade and retired in 2008 from Cotton, Inc., as Manager of Textile Laboratory Facilities. Bobby enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and cherished his life at Kerr Lake. A talented...
Ruby Deal Mills
May 31, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ruby Mills
With heavy hearts, the family of Ruby Mills, announces that her earthly sunset occurred on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
A true beam of sunlight and a faithful child of Christ, Ruby fell asleep surrounded by her close loved ones and awoke to her heavenly sunrise in paradise. Leaving the embrace of her family on earth, she...
Teodoro Chavez-Loredo
May 31, 2026
Teodoro “Tololo” Chavez-LoredoTeodoro Chavez-Loredo, affectionately known as “Tololo”, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on May 31, 2026.Teodoro was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, family member, and friend whose strength, kindness, and love touched the lives of all who knew him. He will be remembered for his work ethic, his deep love for his family, and...
Beverly Dawn Davies
May 29, 2026
Beverly "Dawn" Davies passed away May 29, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, strength, humor, and unwavering love.
For nearly 40 years, Dawn dedicated her life to caring for others through her work as a nurse - or, as many lovingly called her, "Boss Lady." She spent many years serving patients at...
Nancy Anne Smith
May 28, 2026
Nancy Anne Smith, 87, passed away peacefully at her home in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Thursday, May 28, 2026.
Born May 18, 1939, in Cresson, Pennsylvania, Nancy was the daughter of Donald and Theresa Hughes. She was a 1957 graduate of Cresson High. She spent most of her life in Altoona, Pennsylvania, where she shared many years with her beloved...
Beatrice Carroll
May 27, 2026
Beatrice Young Carroll, 98, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Born April 23, 1928 in Harnett County, NC, she was the daughter of Troy and Lois Watkins Young.
Beatrice is survived by her daughter; Jenny Carroll Ellis and her husband Craig; grandchildren, Lauren Jordan and her husband James, and John Ellis; and great-grandchildren,...
Jesse Wayne Weaver
May 26, 2026
Rev. Jesse "Jay" Weaver, of Garner, North Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 26, 2026, at the age of 83. Jay was born on December 1, 1942, to the late Fred Jackson Weaver and Lillie Mae Jones Weaver.
For decades, Jay faithfully served the Lord as a minister with the N.C. International Pentecostal Holiness Church and...
Shari Goodwin Lockemy
May 26, 2026
Shari Goodwin Lockemy went to be with the Lord on May 26th, 2026 after a long battle with cancer.A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 30th, 2026 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home in Garner.
Yvonne Sauls Williams
May 24, 2026
Raleigh, NC - Yvonne was called home by her loving Father the Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, May 24, 2026, with her loving family by her side. Yvonne was a native of Wake County. She was the daughter of Clee Dexter Sauls Sr. and Elsie Perry Sauls who preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death was her husband,...
Sharon Carter Creech
May 23, 2026
Sharon Carter Creech, born December 25, 1944, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 23, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply and a lifetime of cherished memories.
Sharon was a woman who truly lived life out loud. She was kind, funny, spunky, hardworking, and endlessly giving. No matter what life placed before her, she showed up with...
Linda June Duckworth
May 22, 2026
Linda June March Duckworth, of Willow Spring, North Carolina, passed away on May 22, 2026. A woman of sharp intellect and professional dedication, Linda's life was defined by her career in public service and the bonds she shared with her close friends.
Professional CareerLinda was immensely proud of her work within North Carolina's state government, where she was known for...
Judy Creech Brown
May 22, 2026
Judy Creech Brown, 84, of Raleigh, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on February 7, 1942, Judy lived a life rooted in unwavering faith, deep compassion, and a genuine love for people.Judy was the kind of person who made everyone feel seen, valued, and loved. She never met a...
Jackie Waters
May 22, 2026
November 24, 1940 - May 22, 2026 Garner Jackie Harold Waters, 85, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Friday evening at Clayton Rehab. A native of Wake Co., he was born in Wake County to the late Maude Sasser Waters and Louis A. Waters.At his request, there will be a graveside service at 12:00 pm Wednesday at...
William Thomas Pearce Sr.
May 20, 2026
William Thomas Pearce Sr., known lovingly to family and friends as "Tommy," lived a life full of devotion, strength, laughter, and love. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Tommy carried with him a deep sense of loyalty, resilience, and pride that touched every part of his life and everyone fortunate enough to know him. Tommy 81 years old...
Linda "Gail" Altman Fish
May 20, 2026
WILLOW SPRING - Linda "Gail" Altman Fish, 77, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at WakeMed Hospital in Raleigh, North Carolina. She was fortunate to spend time with cherished family and loved ones before she peacefully passed, and her beloved daughter, Stephanie, was at her side. A pillar of her church and adored by all who knew her, Gail...
Dianna Lynn Dubois
May 19, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound respect that we announce the passing of Dianna Lynn Dubois, 74, of Knightdale, NC. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. Dianna departed this world peacefully at her home on May 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth. Born on March 6, 1952, in Detroit, Michigan, Dianna was...
