OBITUARIES
OBITUARIES
Jonnie Ray Crabb
March 18, 2026
Louis (Lou) E. LeBrun, Jr of Garner, NC, devoted husband, father, and grandfather passed away on the evening of 18 March 2026 surrounded by his immediate family. He was born on 31 March 1939 in Baltimore, MD as the 3rd child and first son of Louis Everett (senior) and Dorothea LeBrun.
Lou was always deeply committed to his family....
Dennis Edward Young
March 17, 2026
Dennis Edward Young (Red Dog), 68, of Angier, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Dennis was born and raised in Angier, where he spent his life surrounded by family and familiar places. He was preceded in death by devoted parents, Orville and Gaynelle Young.
He is survived by his steadfast brother, Dale Young and wife Ernestine; his sister, Donna...
David Howard Biles
March 15, 2026
David Howard Biles, age 67, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026, in the VA Hospital, Durham, North Carolina. He was born on March 10th, 1959, in Lufkin, Texas, to the late James E. Biles and Elizabeth C. Biles.
He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Elizabeth Davis Biles; his daughter, Schuyler Kendall Biles; his sisters Deborah...
Jerry Lane Wayman
March 15, 2026
Jerry Lane Wayman, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on March 15, 2026 in the company of his beloved wife Judy Wayman (nee Edwards).
Born February 4, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri, Jerry was raised by Hildred Watson (nee Sifferman). As a child, he spent summers with his grandparents , Lewis and Nellie Sifferman, on their farm in Republic,...
Avis Celesta Cato
March 14, 2026
Avis Witt Cato
June 15, 1934 - March 14, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep love, we remember Avis.
She spent her life spreading kindness, gentleness, wisdom and mostly the love of Christ.
She was a dedicated teacher and pastor's wife serving in the ministry for over 40 years, but more importantly she adored her family....
Fletcher Lee Mills III
March 14, 2026
Fletcher "Jack" Lee Mills, III, age 68, of Willow Spring, NC died on Saturday, March 14, 2026 in Duke-Raleigh Hospital, Raleigh, NC. He was born on May 5, 1957 in Halifax County, VA to Esther Fox Mills and the late Fletcher Mills, Jr.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Wendy Clayton Mills; his daughter, Jennifer...
Bobbie Johnson
March 13, 2026
In loving memory of Bobbie Lou Stone Johnson, age 84 of Raleigh North Carolina, entered into rest on March 13, 2026 at home with her loving family by her side.She was born to the late Johnny Robert Stone and Mittie Bell McLaurin Stone on January 4, 1942 in Angier, North Carolina.
She is survived by her daughters, Gloria J. Anderson...
Rachel Elizabeth Yandle
March 12, 2026
The world has lost a bright and beautiful soul whose kindness and love touched the lives of everyone she met. Rachel Elizabeth Yandle passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, warmth, and compassion. Though her light was extinguished far too soon, the love she shared will continue to shine in the hearts of all...
Mattie Blanche Williams Gregory
March 11, 2026
Mattie Blanche Williams Gregory
March 17, 1939- March 11, 2026
Mattie passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon, March 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Mattie was a dear, kind and generous person, She helped people in her community and family at every opportunity. She enjoyed teaching, camping, and her church community. Mattie loved spending time gardening and sharing the...
Edward King, Jr.
March 11, 2026
Edward "Ed" King, 66, passed away on Wednesday, March 11th, at his sister's home surrounded by his loved ones after a long battle with cancer. Born in Raleigh, NC, Ed was the son of late Edward "Paul" King and Sarah Juanelle Brewer King. He was one of the most generous and kind souls that walked this earth and everyone that...
Sandra Cathryne Richbourg
March 11, 2026
Sandra Cathryne Richbourg went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 11,2026. Born on October 10, 1947, Sandra was predeceased by her beloved parents, William (Bill) A. Richbourg and Cathryne Price Richbourg. Also, predeceasing Sandra was her sister, Cynthia Richbourg Bryant.A charter member of St. Giles Presbyterian Church and "Amen Corner," Sandra loved studying the Bible.
Sandra never missed...
Sharon Volrath Fincannon
March 11, 2026
Sharon Volrath Fincannon, age 67, of Angier, NC died March 11, 2026 in UNC Health Johnston, Clayton, NC. She was born in Greenville, SC on June 17, 1958 to the late Margaret Henderson and raised by her adoptive parents, Howard and Myrtle Volrath.
She is survived by her husband, Jerry Fincannon; her sons, Joshua Fincannon and Daniel Fincannon; her sister,...
Jennie Gruttadauria
March 8, 2026
Jennie Carmelo Capolopo Gruttadauria, aged 84, passed away on March 8, 2026, in Clayton NC. Born on January 12, 1942. Jennie dedicated many years of her life to working at Selectro and Risdon manufacturing and served part-time as a cook at The WoodHall School in Bethlehem CT. Jennie was a devoted member of Christ the King Church in Clayton NC,...
Charles Leander Oakes, Jr.
March 8, 2026
GARNER - Charles Leander Oakes, Jr. was born January 9th, 1950, to the late Charles and Luella Oakes. He departed this life - peacefully - March 8th, 2026, surrounded by loving family and friends.
Bud received his education in Oil City, PA where he graduated from Oil City High School in 1968. Bud had a unique gift of making everyone feel...
Carl Joy Perry
March 8, 2026
Carl Joy Harris Perry, 88, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 8, 2026.She was born on September 6, 1937, to Carl and Violette Harris in Louisburg, NC. She was proudly named after her father, and she carried a deep appreciation for family throughout her life. She also lived up to her middle name, Joy, bringing great...
James Allen Huguelet
March 7, 2026
James Allen Huguelet, born on May 14, 1947, in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, in Smithfield, North Carolina. He was 78 years old.
James, known fondly as Jim to those close to him, was the beloved husband of Dianna Huguelet. He was a devoted father to his daughter Tina Girard and her husband David Girard,...
William John Irrig
March 6, 2026
Captain William J Irrig (USCG Ret) died peacefully at 12:33 am, March 6th, 2026, in Raleigh NC at the age of ninety-four.
His leadership, integrity, generosity, and determination will be missed. William served with honor, leading sailors with dedication throughout his lengthy career. He enlisted on Dec 13, 1948, was commissioned an officer on February 29, 1959, and retired on...
Rubelle Harper Shelley
March 5, 2026
Rubelle Harper Shelley, age 89, of Willow Spring, NC died on Thursday, March 5, 2026 in Windsor Point Retirement Community, Fuquay-Varina, NC. She was born on January 17, 1937 in Wake County, NC to the late Bennie and Mabel Myatt Harper.
Rubelle grew up in Buies Creek, NC with her loving parents. After high school, she attended Campbell Junior College which...
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