OBITUARIES

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Col. William Paris Sorbo

Col. William Paris Sorbo

September 2, 1975

Parted for 46 years, as death can do, Col.William Paris Sorbo was reinterred on May 6, 2021 next to his beloved wife, Flavia Cutugno Sorbo, in the Field of Honor at Historic Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh. “Bill” was disinterred from Castleview Memorial Gardens in New Castle, PA, his town of birth, and placed alongside his wife who passed on January...

Cristobal Lagunas Martinez

Cristobal Lagunas Martinez

December 10, 1967

December 10, 1967 - July 8, 2011GARNER- After a courageous battle with cancer, Cristobal Lagunas Martinez, 43, passed away Friday, surrounded by his loved ones. He was born to Genoveva Lagunas Martinez and the late Hermilio Martinez.A Funeral Service will be held 7:00 PM Sunday in the Bryan-Lee Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends for two hours...

Scott Senter

Scott Senter

October 10, 1967

October 10, 1967 - June 8, 2012 Scott Senter died Friday, June 8. He was preceded in death by his father, Fred Senter and brother, Phillip Senter. He is survived by his wife, Denise, and daughters, Haley and Tatum of the home; mother, Janie Senter of Kipling, sister, Joy Senter, and nephews, Josh Senter and Jonathan Ennis; nieces, Meredith...

Donald D. Stewart

Donald D. Stewart

December 11, 1965

Donald David Stewart, 28, died on December 11, 1965 while serving his country in Vietnam. A native of Harnett County he was youngest son of Robert G. Stewart, Sr. and Pearl Evelyn Hough Stewart and Odell Hasty of Coats. Donald graduated from Coats High School in 1955. After graduation he joined the Army and spent three years in Germany....

Donald D. Ssgt. Stewart

Donald D. Ssgt. Stewart

December 11, 1965

COATS- Donald David Stewart, 28, died on December 11, 1965 while serving his country in Vietnam. A native of Harnett County he was youngest son of Robert G. Stewart, Sr. and Pearl Evelyn Hough Stewart and Odell Hasty of Coats. Donald graduated from Coats High School in 1955. After graduation he joined the Army and spent three years in...

Paula Ellington Justice

Paula Ellington Justice

March 24, 1965

Paula Ellington Justice March 24, 1965 - June 20, 2012 Raleigh- Paula Ellington Justice, 47, of Raleigh died Wednesday afternoon. She was born in Harnett County and was a medical assistant for a number of years. Paula was a very active member of Trinity United Methodist Church until her health declined. She is survived by her husband, Chuck N....

Denise Ann Sigmon

Denise Ann Sigmon

July 9, 1964

July 9, 1964 - August 15, 2011 BENSON - Denise Ann Sigmon, 47, passed away at her home on Monday. A resident of Harnett County she is the daughter of Mary Frances English Sigmon of Virginia and the late Emmett Lewis Sigmon. A Memorial Service will be held Friday at 2:00 PM at the Buies Creek First Baptist Church,...

Trena Lee Russ

Trena Lee Russ

November 7, 1962

NOVEMBER 7, 1962 - MAY 6, 2012 Knightdale - Trena Lee Russ, 49, of Knightdale passed away peacefully after battling a courageous battle with Breast Cancer on Sunday, May 6th. She was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. Trena was a very hard worker and dedicated employee with Harris Teeter for 18 years. Trena was best known...

Theresa Thomas Sanderson

Theresa Thomas Sanderson

February 25, 1962

February 25, 1962 - July 27, 2012 MIDDLESEX- Theresa Thomas Sanderson, 50, passed away on Friday. A memorial service will be held 6:00 pm Wednesday at Bryan-Lee Funeral Chapel, Garner. The family will receive friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 8300 Health Park Suite10, Raleigh, NC 27615....

Eugene Robert Ashburn

Eugene Robert Ashburn

March 30, 1961

Raleigh- In the early morning hours of April 14, 2014, Eugene Robert Ashburn stepped out of the darkness and into the light of heaven. He was met there by his beloved wife, Frankie. They are now in each others loving arms for eternity. Gene was born in Mount Airy, North Carolina on May 26, 1920, the son of Robert...

Marie Theresa Casserly

Marie Theresa Casserly

June 26, 1960

June 26, 1960 -November 18, 2012 Morehead City -Marie Theresa Casserly, 52, passed away Sunday. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of Carol A. Ellis and the late Thomas Charles Innella. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Monday at St. Egbert Catholic Church, Morehead City, NC. Burial will follow at Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, Jacksonville, NC....

Gerald R. Porter, Jr.

Gerald R. Porter, Jr.

January 2, 1960

January 2, 1960 - March 29, 2012 Raleigh - Gerald Gerry, 52, the husband of Patricia Porter died early Thursday morning. He was a dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother. In his love of flying airplanes and building with wood he has managed to pass on his dedication for both to his son and son-in-law. The...

Todd Michael Harty

Todd Michael Harty

September 7, 1959

September 7, 1959 - August 6, 2012 GARNER - Todd Michael Harty, 52, died Monday at his home after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Todd was an avid sports fan and shared his enthusiasm for sports by volunteering as a coach. A memorial service will be held 6:00 pm Wednesday at GarnerUnitedMethodistChurch. The family will receive friends...

Sharon Farrior Gurley

Sharon Farrior Gurley

August 29, 1959

August 29, 1959 - September 24, 2011 Sharon Farrior Gurley of Raleigh, age 52, entered Heavens joy on September 24 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. Her family was by her side. She is survived by her loving husband and soul mate, Lloyd. Also surviving are her mother, Elgia Scott Farrior of Kenly, sisters, Vicky (Ken) of Chesapeake, VA,...

Susan Broadwell Prior

Susan Broadwell Prior

November 6, 1958

Nov. 6, 1958 - Jun. 15, 2011 GARNER - Susan Broadwell Prior, 52, of Garner, died Wednesday after a courageous battle with a brain tumor. She was a 30 year employee with Progress Energy. A Memorial Service will be held 4:00 PM Saturday at Bryan-Lee Funeral Chapel, 831 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh. The family will receive friends following the...

Kenneth Edward Young

Kenneth Edward Young

September 6, 1958

SEPT. 6 ,1958 - MARCH 17, 2012 GARNER- Kenneth Edward Young, 53, passed away Saturday. He worked for Wake Co. Schools in the Media Services Department. He was preceded in death by his father Kenneth Young. Funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Wednesday, in the Bryan-Lee Funeral Home Chapel, Garner. Burial will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, Clayton....

Donnie Ray Matthews

Donnie Ray Matthews

August 16, 1958

AUGUST 16, 1958 -AUGUST 5, 2012 ANGIER - Donnie Ray Matthews, 53, of 7595 Highway 210 North, died Sunday. A native of HarnettCounty he was the son of the late Mildred and Jason Willard Matthews. Surviving are his wife, Wanda A. Matthews, sons, Timothy Stuart Matthews of Angier and Brandon Norman Matthews of Lillington, brother, David Matthews and wife,...

Norma Lynne Ellington

Norma Lynne Ellington

May 24, 1958

MAY 24, 1958 -SEPTEMBER 8, 2012 GARNER- Norma Lynne Ellington, 54, passed away Saturday. A graveside service will be held Tuesday at 11 AM at Montlawn Memorial Park. She is survived by her parents, Tom and Lynn Belvin; sister, Lorie Best Williams; step-sisters, Mary Meadows, Sheila Ward, Elaine Southwell and Judy Rideout; step-brothers, Mark and John Belvin She is...

David Burke Barbour

David Burke Barbour

July 4, 1957

DAVID BURKE BARBOUR July 4, 1957- July 12, 2012 WILLOW SPRINGS - David Burke Barbour, 54, died on Thursday. He was the son of the late Robert Breen Barbour, Sr. and Jo Burke Barbour. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday in the Bryan-Lee Funeral Home Chapel, Garner. The family will receive friends following the...

Donald Ray Parks

Donald Ray Parks

June 4, 1957

DONALD RAY PARKS JUN. 4, 1957 - DEC. 1, 2012 BENSON - Donald Ray Parks, 55, has completed his work on earth. A native of Wake County, he was a friend to all and cared deeply for his family. He is survived by his wife and soul mate, Gerry Williams Parks; blessed daughter, Tiffanie Nicole Wallace and husband, Shane...

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