William Ronald “Ronnie” Hartsfield, Sr.
February 20, 2021
APEX – William Ronald “Ronnie” Hartsfield, Sr., 78, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, February 20, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. Ronnie was born on May 13, 1942 to John Andrew Hartsfield, Sr. and Julia Spence Hartsfield. He was owner/operator of Hartsfield Auto Service until his retirement in 2008. He worked alongside his grandfather, father,...
Robert Willard Senter
February 20, 2021
Robert Willard Senter, 97, passed away peacefully on 2/20/21. He was a lifelong resident of Raleigh. He was actually born on 7/21/23, He was born at home and the doctor accidentally wrote “6/21/23” on his birth certificate. His family always celebrated his birthday on 7/21. He was fond of saying “I reckon my mama knew when I was really...
Roger Allen Baker, Jr.
February 19, 2021
Clayton – Roger Allen Baker, Jr., 43, passed away Friday, born in Gloversville, New York, he is the son of Roger Allen Baker, Sr. (Dian) of Ephratah, NY and Toni Arduini Mescia of Garner. Mr. Baker was the owner-operator of a home inspection service in Clayton, NC working alongside his brother. He was a loving family man, treasured son...
Charlotte Merle Crocker
February 19, 2021
Raleigh – Charlotte Merle Crocker, 78, passed away on February 19, 2021 following a brief but intense battle with cancer. Born May 19, 1942 in Johnston County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Thurman and Penina Evans. She attended Selma High School and East Carolina University, majoring in Elementary Education. For over thirty years, as a teacher...
Beverly Beaman Adams
February 19, 2021
Garner native Beverly Beaman Adams died February 19, 2021, with her husband by her side. Beverly was born on February 11, 1950 in Raleigh to Maverine Beaman Taylor and Nicholas Earl Beaman. She graduated from Garner High School in 1968. She is survived by her husband of 51 years Michael L. Adams, step-father Charlie Taylor, brother-in-laws David Andrews and...
Barilla Sue Dean
February 18, 2021
Barilla Sue Dean, 78, passed away Thursday. A native of Johnston County, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Cleafus Roberts and Pearl Parrish Roberts. A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm Tuesday at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery, 15772 NC-50, Garner, NC 27529. Survivors include her daughters, Crystal Jackson (Gary) and Scherie Lynn Dupree; sons...
Vickie Leigh Chisenhall
February 18, 2021
ANGIER – Vickie Leigh Chisenhall, 60, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021. Born in Erwin, NC, but spent most of her life on the family farm in Angier. She was the daughter of the late Samuel Chisenhall and Janet Carol Thomas Chisenhall. Vickie is survived by her sisters, Sandy McKee and husband, Tasman of Honolulu, HI, Kelly Cundiff...
Ellen Harriet Rossetti
February 18, 2021
Ellen Harriet Rossetti, 84, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021. Born April 1, 1936, in Orange, NJ, to the late Robert and Olive Palardy Dorr. Ellen was an avid reader and loved her time in her books. She loved her Midway Baptist Church family, especially her Sunday School “Sunshine” Ladies. Ellen was a nurse and loved attending general surgeries....
Wanda C. Shanda
February 18, 2021
ANGIER- Wanda Corine Shanda, 86, passed away on Thursday at her home. A native of Lamar, Oklahoma, Wanda was the daughter of the late Leonard Crawford and Laura Roper Crawford. Wanda is survived by her son, Arthur S. Chancellor (Tracy) of Angier; sister, Mary Marrs (Ginny) of Yukon, OK; brother, Allen Crawford (Barbara) of Oklahoma City, OK; five grandchildren;...
Charles “Charlie” Ray Brown
February 17, 2021
Charles Ray Brown (Charlie) passed away peacefully, on February 17, 2021. Charlie was an avid race fan and enjoyed attending races at Wake County Speedway with his sons. He owned and ran Charlie Brown’s Transmissions in Raleigh for 35 years where he made many friends and acquaintances. Charlie Brown was loved by many. Funeral service will be held Tuesday,...
Mary Lenna Daeke
February 17, 2021
RALEIGH - Mary Lenna Daeke, 85, was released from her earthly bonds to enter the loving arms of the Lord on February 17, 2021. All who knew, and will always love her, will never forget her spirit and her love of God, family and friends, any and every cat, flowers, great food, a good book to read…and fruit! Mary...
Raymond Anthony “Tony” Scott
February 17, 2021
Garner– Raymond Anthony “Tony” Scott, 70, of Garner passed away Wednesday, Feb. 17th at Transitions Life Care in Raleigh. Anthony was born in Siler City, NC to Jean and Raymond Scott. A memorial service celebrating Anthonys life will be held Saturday, February 27th at 2 PM in the chapel of Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Garner. He was a member of...
Virginia “Ginger” Ledford
February 16, 2021
Virginia “Ginger” Ledford, 87, passed away Tuesday, February 16, 2021. Ginger was born in Bassett, VA, on July 30, 1933, to the late Early Clifton and Annie Laura Byrd Bange. She was a whiz when it came to crossword puzzles and loved watching Jeopardy, leaving her family speechless as she answered, more often than not, correctly. She loved The...
David Lee
February 16, 2021
David Lee, 56, of Garner, passed away Tuesday, February 16th, 2021 due to a brief illness with his family by his side. David was a native of Harnett county and spent many years driving trucks all over the country. David was the son of Kathalene Styles and late Robert Olen Lee. A Graveside service will be held at 2:00...
Salvatore Cusimano
February 16, 2021
Salvatore “Sal” Cusimano, 91, passed away in the evening on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 with his daughter by his side, in Raleigh, NC. To those who loved him, he was known as Dad, PopPop, Sal, Uncle Sal, and Uncle Chicken. Sal was born on June 25, 1929, to Louis and Adele Cusimano in the Bronx, New York. He was...
Jerry “Griz” Adams
February 15, 2021
CLAYTON – On Monday, February 15, 2021, Jerry “Griz” Adams passed away at the age of 75. Jerry was born in Blair County, PA, on July 9, 1945, to the late Gerald Adams, Sr. and Isabelle Hricko Adams. He honorably served his country in the US Coast Guard. He retired from Caterpillar, Inc. after 40 plus years of service....
Denise Barefoot Blake
February 15, 2021
GARNER - The most beautiful souls live on long after their physical form can no longer contain their strength, and as we remember the life of Denise Barefoot Blake who transitioned peacefully on February 15th, 2021 at the age of 47 we celebrate all she brought to those who had the pleasure of crossing paths with her. A passionate...
Maggie Bennett
February 14, 2021
Maggie Davis Bennett, 85, passed away Sunday Feb. 14, 2021. A native of McDowell Co, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Dora Davis. Maggie worked in the school system for many years in the cafeteria. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm Friday Feb. 19, 2021 at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Fuquay-Varina, NC. Along...
Billy Dean Furlough
February 14, 2021
Billy Dean Furlough passed away Sunday, February 14, 2021. A native of Creswell, NC, Billy was born September 27, 1935, to the late Loomis Edward and Virginia Haire Furlough. He owned Glamor Heat of North Carolina for more than 25 years. Billy was a member of First Baptist Church of Garner for more than 50 years and a longtime...
Kenneth Earl Holland
February 12, 2021
Angier - Kenneth Earl Holland Sr., 86 of Angier, NC crossed the banks of Jordan to his final resting place, Feb.12, 2021, at home surrounded by his children. Kenneth is predeceased by his wife Sue Pearce Holland, leaving his son, Kenneth Earl Holland Jr. (Jean) of West End, daughters Sue Page of Angier, and Beth Horton (Randall) of Wake...
