Nannie Lou Becker
October 18, 2023
FUQUAY-VARINA – Nannie Lou Walker Becker, 83, went to Heaven early Wednesday morning at her home. Born in Wake County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Eddie Russel and Edna Mae Wilson Walker.
Nannie Lou grew up in Apex, NC and attended Apex High School, a member of the class of 1958. Being...
Dixie Jean Thornton King
October 16, 2023
RALEIGH – Dixie Jean Thornton King, 74, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023. She was born in South Bend, IN on April 18, 1949, the daughter of the late Virgil and Carol Thornton. Dixie married Steven King on April 24, 1971. She raised her family in Wakarusa, IN.
Together they went on many missions trips...
Mark Alan Vetter
October 16, 2023
CARY - Mark Alan Vetter went home to be with the Lord on October 16,2023 after a hard-fought battle with aggressive Large B-Cell Lymphoma. Mark was born in Boston and raised by his parents Carl Eugene Vetter and Mildred Mae Liescheidt Vetter who preceded him in death.
In addition to his parents, Mark is preceded...
Patricia Ann Blakeman
October 15, 2023
HOLLY SPRINGS – Patricia Ann Thomas Blakeman, 80, passed away at her home on Sunday surrounded by many of her family and close friends. Born in Detroit, Michigan, she was the daughter of the late Gilbert Lavern Thomas and Beulah Everett Crouch Thomas.
Patricia is survived by her brothers; Michael C. Thomas of...
Adam Randolph Penny
October 15, 2023
Coats, NC - Adam Randolph Penny, age 47, passed away on October 15, 2023. In his final hours, he was with his loving family and many cherished friends. Adam lived his life to the fullest in his chosen way. He enjoyed simple things; the outdoors, the water, the woods, his toys, and especially his beloved fur buddies. He maintained...
Hubert Clinton "Clint" Stanley, Jr.
October 14, 2023
Clint went to his heavenly home, also known to him as the “happy huntin’ ground” on October 14th surrounded by his family. Clint was born November 9, 1953, the son of Hubert and Lillie Stanley in Columbus County, NC. He graduated in 1972 from Garner High School. After High school, Clint started his career as a building contractor. He...
Mary "Jan" Lanius Mills
October 14, 2023
CLAYTON– Jan Mills, 64, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2023, after a long and hard-fought battle against pulmonary fibrosis. A native of Cumberland County, North Carolina, she was the youngest daughter of the late John C. Lanius III and Doris W. Lanius. Jan was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. All of her family and many...
Christopher "Chris" A. Adams
October 13, 2023
RALEIGH – Christopher “Chris” A. Adams, 53, went to his heavenly home on Friday, October 13, 2023.
Chris was born June 3, 1970, in Clinton, North Carolina, where he is remembered by many high school friends.
Chris is survived by his partner, Wesley Ammerman of Raleigh; his mother, Lynn Adams of...
Susan Coleen Garrity
October 13, 2023
RALEIGH – Susan Coleen Garrity, 74, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family.
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A dedicated philanthropist and leader, Susan spent the last 35 years nurturing the growth of the arts and community in Raleigh.
Susan believed in the power...
Maryann Collier Gaines
October 13, 2023
HOLLY SPRINGS, NC - MaryAnn Collier Gaines, aged 78, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 13, 2023, in Raleigh, North Carolina. In her final hours, surrounded by her loving family and the uplifting notes of gospel music, she was comforted and at peace. She lived a life filled with passion, education, and unwavering love for her family....
Frederick Joseph Cencelewski, Jr.
October 12, 2023
ANGIER – Frederick Joseph Cencelewski, 75, passed away at UNC Health Johnston in Clayton
on Thursday, October 12, 2023. Fred was a leap year child born on February 29, 1948 in South
Bend, IN and liked to joke that he was “only a teenager”. He was the son of the late Frederick
George...
Sue Carolyn Stephenson
October 11, 2023
FUQUAY-VARINA - Sue Carolyn Stephenson, 82, was born in Harnett County to parents Lottie and LeVander Stephenson. She passed away early Wednesday morning, Oct 11th, 2023.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 17th at 2:00 pm at Lakeside Memorial Gardens, Angier.
After receiving her degree she taught school...
Mable Lee Langdon Penny
October 9, 2023
GARNER - Mable Lee Langdon Penny, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on October 9, 2023. A native of Johnston County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late William Alonzo Lonnie Langdon and Nola Ann Austin Langdon. Mable was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her faith and belief in the Lord was...
Fay Porter Adams O'Melia
October 9, 2023
WILLOW SPRING – Fay Porter Adams O’Melia, 97, passed away on Monday at her home. Born in Pitt County, she was the daughter of the late Stanley Arthur Porter and Joe Reba Moore Porter.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 13th, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Lakeside Memorial Gardens, Angier. The family...
Andrea Gaunt Mccormick
October 9, 2023
Andrea (Ann) Gaunt McCormick, 73, passed away unexpectedly but surrounded by family on Monday October 9th.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Doris Louise Barentine Gaunt.
She is survived by her father Charles Gaunt, brother Rick and Eddie and husband of 31 years, Dan.
She...
Hazel Lucas Dixon
October 9, 2023
RALEIGH – Hazel Lucas Dixon, 91, passed away in the early hours of Monday, October 9, 2023.
She was born in Wilson County on June 16, 1932, the daughter of the late Bennie and Mattie Lucas. Hazel retired from the NCDMV in Raleigh after many years of service. She was an active member of Emmanuel...
Mayward M. Bullock
October 8, 2023
FUQUAY-VARINA– Mayward Morris Bullock, 93, passed away on Sunday. A native of Harnett County, he was the son of the late Osborne Bullock and Eula Knight Bullock.
A celebration of Mayward’s life will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, October 11th in the chapel of Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Angier. The family will receive friends...
William A. Whitfield, Jr.
October 8, 2023
William A. Whitfield, Jr., 79, passed away on October 8, 2023. A native of Hyde County, William was born August 9, 1944, to the late William Arnold, Sr., and Bertha Spencer Whitfield.
A funeral service will be held Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 1:00 P.M., in the Bryan-Lee Funeral Home Chapel, 1200 Benson Road, Garner,...
Ellen Irene Cuccioli
October 8, 2023
FUQUAY - VARINA – Ellen Irene Cuccioli, 94, passed away at Avendelle Assisted Living Center on Sunday, October 8. Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd Pennstrom and Louise Platt Pennstrom.
Her graveside service will be held on Sunday, October 15th at 2:00 pm at Wake Chapel Memorial Gardens in...
