James "Jamie" Robert Brown
Dec 15, 2025
James "Jamie" Robert Brown was born on December 4, 1971, and passed away peacefully at the age of 54 on December 15, 2025 with his children by his side.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Robert Brown and Sandra Smith Brown; his grandson, Rylen Scott Brown; and a special uncle, Joe Brown.
Jamie is survived by his son, James...
George Jerome Seuis
Dec 13, 2025
George Jerome Seuis, 89, of Roanoke Rapids, passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025 with his family by his side.
He was the son of the late William Marion and Elizabeth Drewery Seuis. He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Christy Seuis Plyler, his son, Danny Seuis, great-granddaughter, Addison Hargrave; his sisters, Naomi...
Patricia Anne Edwards Barnes
Dec 1, 2025
Patricia Anne Edwards Barnes, 88, of Seaboard, NC passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late Henry Dallas Edwards and Dorothy Inez Taylor Edwards. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Connie Edwards and her brothers, Thomas Elliott Edwards and Donald Eugene Edwards.
Patricia...
Elsie Crowder Davis
Dec 1, 2025
Elsie Crowder Davis, 88, of Seaboard, NC passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025.
She was a native of Northampton County and was the daughter of the late Melvin B. Crowder and Elma Irene Storey Crowder. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thad Thomas Davis, Sr., sister, Gloria Murphy, a brother, Melvin...
William Ray Turner Sr.
Nov 29, 2025
Como NC- William Turner, 76, fondly known as "Blood or Youngblood", passed away at his home at Leisure Shores on November 29, 2025.
William was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Myrtle and his brother, James, who was killed in action in Vietnam.
He retired from Union Camp where he worked in the...
Phillip Stanley Taylor
Nov 29, 2025
Phillip Stanley Taylor, 78, of Gaston, NC, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025.
He was a native of Halifax County and was the son of the late Albert Lee Taylor and Doma Lee Mosley.
Stanley was an outstanding father, grandfather, and was a extraordinary hunter.
He is survived...
Sarah Cooper Wheeler
Nov 27, 2025
Sarah Cooper Wheeler, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a pillar of faith within her community, completed her earthly journey on November 27, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on June 27, 1933 in Bracy, Virginia to Robert E. Hatchel and Sallie Tanner Hatchel, Sarah lived a life characterized by love, devotion, and service to those around her....
Mary Frances Love
Nov 24, 2025
Mary Frances Love, 53, beloved daughter, sister, and aunt of Roanoke Rapids passed away on Monday, November 24, 2025.
She was a native of Halifax County and was the daughter of the late Raymond Cecil and Willa Clark Love. She was also preceded in death by her brother-in-law, David Beam.
Mary has worked with the...
Sadie Carol Ward
Nov 24, 2025
Sadie Carol Etheridge Ward, 87, of Roanoke Rapids, NC, passed away on November 24, 2025. Sadie Carol was born in Whitakers, NC to Claude Etheridge and Grizzelle Baldwin Etheridge.
Sadie Carol spent her childhood on the family farm alongside her older sisters and enjoyed visits from her favorite cousin, Betsy Butler of Colonial Heights, VA. She met...
Charles Joel Stephenson
Nov 22, 2025
Charles Joel Stephenson, a cherished pillar of the Seaboard community and a man of deep faith and enduring love for his family, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, in Greenville, NC. Born on June 8, 1935 in Seaboard, NC, Charles's life was a testament to the values of hard work, dedication, and the importance of family.
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Joyce Evelyn Joyner Hurst
Nov 20, 2025
Joyce Evelyn Joyner Hurst, 93, of Roanoke Rapids, NC, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025.
Joyce was born on April 16, 1932 and was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest and Ruth Joyner and her daughter, Peggy Jenkins. She is survived by her children, Alvin Moss (Sandy) of Franklinton, NC; Stancil Moss (Sylvia "Bug") of...
Mallory Scott Barber
Nov 9, 2025
Mallory Scott Barber, 85, entered into the care of the Lord on Sunday, November 9, 2025. The beloved husband of the late Peggy V. Barber, Scott was a man of deep faith and generous spirit who loved his family, church, and friends wholeheartedly. His kindness and compassion touched all who knew him, leaving a lasting legacy of love and...
Carolyn Mims Coburn
Nov 7, 2025
Carolyn Mims Coburn, 87, of Roanoke Rapids, left this earthly life for an eternal one on Friday, November 7, 2025. Carolyn was born on October 17, 1938 in Waycross, Georgia. She was the daughter of Chester and Susie Martin Mims.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband, Franklin Delano Coburn; parents, Chester and Susie Mims; five...
William "Bill" Roland Massey, Jr.
Oct 28, 2025
William Roland "Bill" Massey, Jr. passed away at his home on October 28, 2025. Bill was born in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina on April 8, 1950. He was proceeded in death by his father William Roland Massey, Sr. his mother Laura Camp Massey, and a special Aunt Lillian Camp Moody. Bill is survived by his loving wife Rose Willey...
Jean Gaither Wells
Oct 27, 2025
Jean Gaither Wells, 83, of Roanoke Rapids, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025.
She was a native of Halifax County, NC and was the daughter of the late George Russell Gaither and Margaret Alma Aycock Gaither. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Levelle Wells, a daughter, Elizabeth "Libby" Jean Wells,...
William Ronnie Hales, Sr.
Oct 17, 2025
William Ronnie Hales, Sr., 84, of Halifax, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on October 17, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 20, 1940 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Ronnie was the son of Nellie Taylor Strickland and the stepson of W. Irving Strickland.
Ronnie lived a life marked by...
Ann Elizabeth Spruill
Oct 16, 2025
Ann Elizabeth Mizell Spruill, 83 passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late James F. Mizell and Eleanor Lawrence. Ann was preceded in death by her son, Gerald Spruill.
Ann's memorial will be cherished by her son, James Spruil of the home and will be held on Tuesday, October 21,...
Bonnie Harsey White
Oct 11, 2025
Bonnie Harsey White went to be with the Lord on October 11, 2025. She was born on November 18, 1943. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mills and Fannie Lee Harsey, her brother, Herman Harsey and her husband, Tommy. She is survived by her sons, Ken and Jeff (Amanda) and grandchildren, Thomas, Emily, Jeffrey, Jackson, and Caroline White....
Bavan Lawrence "Goose" Zornes
Oct 9, 2025
Bavan Lawrence "Goose" Zornes, 83 of Gaston, NC passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025. He was born in Kitts, Kentucky to the late Horace and Ruth Brown Zornes and was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary, Darleen and brother, Oscar.
"Goose" is survived by his wife, Marie H. Zornes; his sons, Lawrence Zornes and his...
Joyce Reid Wiggins
Oct 8, 2025
Joyce Reid King Wiggins: Roanoke Rapids, NC - October 13, 1942– October 8, 2025
Her time was her tithe. A woman of unwavering faith. Joyce's life mirrored the teachings and love of Jesus Christ—walking humbly, loving deeply, and serving others with compassion.
Joyce was a testament of devotion. She lived with purpose, always there giving...
