Terry L. O'Neal
June 23, 2024
ANGIER – Terry L. O’Neal, 63, passed away at Angel House Hospice Care Center in Whiteville. Born in Florida, he was the son of the late Patsy O’Neal.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, June 27th at 12:00 pm in the chapel of Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Angier. A private interment will be...
Shirley Lee Batten
June 19, 2024
FUQUAY-VARINA– Shirley Lee Batten, 89, passed away Wednesday at the home of her daughter and son-in-law. During the week before her homecoming, she was surrounded by her family whom she loved and adored. A native of Pine Level, she was the daughter of the late Dalton and Thelma Lee.
A funeral service will be held...
Kenneth Richard Gibson
June 17, 2024
Ken Gibson, a beloved dad, father, uncle, cousin, friend, son, and true "character," passed away on Monday, June 17. Ken leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication through his daughter Kristine Gibson, son Mark Gibson, and grandson Travis Gibson, along with many close friends, nieces, and nephews.
Known affectionately by many as "Grover," "Hoot,"...
Audrey Carol Koppos
June 17, 2024
FUQUAY-VARINA – Audrey Carol Koppos, 92, passed away peacefully at Rex Holly Springs Hospital on Monday. Born in Queens, NY, she was the daughter of the late Mae (Kit) Jeffrey.
Audrey is survived by her sons, William B. Koppos (Susan) of Patchogue, NY; Keith J. Koppos (Elizabeth) of Tucson, AZ, and daughter Kelly Schaver (Gary...
Pete Denton, Sr.
June 17, 2024
WHITE LAKE – Pete Denton, Sr., 89, passed away at his home on Monday. Born in Franklin County, he was the son of the late Richard David Denton and Martha Medlin Denton.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, June 19th at 2:00 pm in the chapel of Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Angier. Burial will...
Maurice Gayle Cook
June 16, 2024
Maurice Gayle Cook, Ph.D., went home to his Heavenly Father on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 16, 2024, after a full life of 92 years. Maurice began his life in Franklin County, Kentucky on December 26, 1931–the youngest of eleven children born to Price and Evelyn Moore Cook. He is survived by his wife Nancy, his son Stephen, his daughter-in-law...
Roger Keith Barbour
June 15, 2024
Roger Keith Barbour of Clayton, NC passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at the age of 88. He was born on April 3, 1936 where he grew up and lived in Cleveland community in Johnston County.
He was preceded in death by his Father, Victor Barbour, and mother Rachel Barbour.
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David Samuel Rotman
June 15, 2024
The Rotman family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of beloved father, husband, brother and son, David Rotman, at age 57, on June 15. He passed, surrounded by his family, after a tragic heart attack. Though his time on earth was cut short, he lived life fully as a loving, generous and kind hearted man.
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Connie Joyce Hedgepeth
June 13, 2024
WILLOW SPRING – Connie Joyce Hedgepeth, 87, passed away on Thursday at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield. Born in Wake County, she was the daughter of the late Kermit Dupree and Lillian Smith Dupree.
Funeral service will be held at 12:00 pm on Monday, June 17th in the chapel of Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Angier. Burial...
Minnie Elizabeth Smith Cotten
June 13, 2024
ANGIER – Minnie Elizabeth Smith Cotten, 93, passed away at her home on Thursday, June 13. Born in Johnston County, she was the daughter of the late Mallie Chi Smith and Mamie Chelton Pleasant Smith.
She spent most of her life on her family’s farm and was born and passed on the same homeplace. She...
Nathan Lee Harden
June 12, 2024
Nathan Lee Harden, 47, of Benson, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. He was born March 20, 1977 in Lima, Ohio to Rody Lee and Sally Renee Harden and was raised in West Virginia. Nathan loved fishing and spending time with his family.
A memorial visitation will be held Monday, June 17, 2024, from...
Kathleen Dorothy Sullivan
June 11, 2024
APEX – Kathleen Dorothy Sullivan, 80, passed peacefully from the arms of her two children to the arms of Jesus Christ on June 11, 2024. A native of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, she was the daughter of the late Frank J. Lyons and Adele H. Verrier.
Kathleen was loved by everyone who knew her. She was...
Herb Lee Swain, Jr.
June 11, 2024
Herbert Lee Swain Jr. (Herb), age 84 of Raleigh, NC died on June 11, 2024 at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield.
He was born in Elizabeth City, NC on November 24, 1939. He is predeceased by his parents Herbert Lee Swain Sr. and Sally Farrell Swain of Chapel Hill, NC and his sister Virginia Swain...
Judith Wiggins Young
June 10, 2024
Angier- Judith Wiggins Young, 85, passed away on Monday at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield. Born in Johnston County, she was the daughter of the late Delma R. Wiggins and Ila B. Wiggins.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday, June 14th at Hickory Grove Advent Christian Church, 1232...
James Wouster Ray
June 10, 2024
James Wouster Ray ( also known as “ Jay” and “JW” ) died peacefully in his home on June 10, 2024. He was born on October 10, 1929, in rural Columbus County, NC, where he grew up farming, and his schooling began in a 2-room building. He attended Williams’ Township School for the upper grades and graduated from high...
Mary Sopchak Koncak
June 9, 2024
Mary Sopchak Koncak, age 97 of Apex, NC, formerly of Pinellas Park, FL and Binghamton (Chenango Bridge), NY, passed peacefully on June 9, 2024.
The family will receive friends Friday, June 14, 2024, at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Garner, from 6-7PM. There will be a short prayer service at 6PM.
Mary was born on January 30,...
Audrey Magdeline Smale
June 8, 2024
ANGIER – Audrey Magdeline Smale, 92, passed away on Saturday at Transitions LifeCare in Raleigh. Born in Wake County, she was the daughter of the late Marty McKitchen Upchurch and Excell Adams Upchurch. She was the widow of Jerrold "Joe" Norman Smale.
A graveside memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 19th at 11:00...
Allen Bryant Murray, Sr.
June 8, 2024
Fuquay-Varina– Allen Bryant Murray, Sr., 86, passed away on Saturday at Wake Medical Center in Cary. Born in Harnett County, he was the son of the late Rasters Vander Murray and Maida Lee Mashburn Murray.
Allen is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Sarah N. Murray; children, Allan Murray, Jr. and wife, Theresa...
Colette Mckenzie Frazier
June 6, 2024
DURHAM – Colette McKenzie Frazier, infant, was born and passed away in the early morning hours of Thursday, June 6, 2024.
Colette leaves behind to cherish her memory her parents, Dane and Abigail Frazier; maternal grandparents, Lynn and Ann Wiens of Tulsa, Oklahoma; paternal grandparents, William and Mary Frazier of Buhler, Kansas; maternal great grandmother,...
Rebecca Elizabeth Ross
June 6, 2024
Rebecca Ross graduated to Heaven where she entered the arms of Jesus!!!
Rebecca lived 23 years and in that time made an impact on many lives.
She is survived by her parents Rev. Kevin and Elaine.
Growing up she traveled with her parents telling people about the...
