Thomas Wray Kidd
Apr 23, 2026
Thomas Wray Kidd, 82, peacefully left this earth on Thursday, April 23, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. He passed away at home, per his wishes, with his loving wife, Dianne Shearin Kidd and niece, Shannon Kidd Santos by his side. He was preceded in death by his father, William Kidd; his mother, Audrey Kidd; his younger brother, Michael...
Marcus Graham Roberson
Apr 18, 2026
Marcus Graham Roberson, 56, of Darlington, NC went to be with the Lord on April 18, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his father, Graham Hope Roberson and his son, Joshua Hunter Roberson.
He is survived by his wife and best friend, Amy Clary Roberson; son, Joseph (Joey) Anthony Roberson; daughter, Hannah Claire Roberson; bonus daughters, Madison (Maddie) Paige Grant, Stephanie...
Charles Julian Vaughan II
Apr 14, 2026
Charles Julian Vaughan II is born on October 16, 1939 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, to John Southgate Vaughan and Hannah Bailey Heptinstall of Woodland, NC Graduating from the local Woodland-Olney School, he enrolled at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he received a Bachelor in Business Administration in 1962. During his four years at Chapel Hill,...
Dorothy Vick
Apr 14, 2026
Dorothy “Dot” Eatmon Vick, 85, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, NC.
Dot was born on April 6, 1941 to Frank Eatmon and Bonnie Teague Eatmon. She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband of 50 years, Tom Vick, and her son-in-law, David Smith.
Born in Halifax County, Dot built a...
Albert "Al" John Matta
Apr 13, 2026
Albert (“Al”) John Matta, 82, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on April 13, 2026, in the comfort of his home in Nashville, NC, surrounded by his family. Born on March 28, 1944 in Donora, PA, Al’s life was a testament to his dedication to his family and loved ones.
Al was a man of many talents....
Clayton Lee Smith, Jr.
Apr 11, 2026
Clayton Lee Smith, Jr., lovingly known as Lee, of Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, passed away on April 11, 2026. Lee was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was an active member of First Christian Church. He was deeply loved and will always be remembered by his family and friends.
Lee was born in Northampton County...
Frances Updike
Apr 7, 2026
Frances Michele Updike, 82, went to be with her Lord on April 7, 2026 with her family by her side.
She was preceded in death by her father, Alex Sumsky, her mother, Betty Lewis Sumsky, and her grandson, Robert Updike. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Kenneth Odell Updike.
She retired from A&P after 31 years...
Jimmy Gray Blythe
Apr 2, 2026
Jimmy Gray Blythe, 86, of Pendleton, NC passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026 with his family by his side.
He was the son of the late Leon Elias Blythe and Hattie Verdell Matthews Blythe. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Judith Ann Boykin Blythe on February 28, 2026 and a sister, Margaret Johnson.
Jimmy loved...
Danielle Shafer
Mar 30, 2026
Danielle Shafer, 44, of Roanoke Rapids passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026.
She was a native of Passaic County, New Jersey and was the daughter of the late Deniz Sarnelli and Carol Ann Shafer. She loved to crochet and collect crystal.
She is survived by her daughter, Rachel Babb and husband, Matthew; her sister, Anika Broady, all of Roanoke Rapids; and...
Angela Clay Gowen
Mar 30, 2026
If it is true that “for anything to be good, truly good, there must be love in it,” then Angela Clay Gowen was good beyond measure. She was more than good—she was exceptional. She embodied love and she is deeply loved by so many.
Born April 1, 1970, on April Fool’s Day, Angie was no joke. She was a force of...
Peggy Barnes Britt
Mar 27, 2026
Peggy Ann Barnes Britt, 92, of Milwaukee, NC passed away peacefully in the night on Friday, March 27, 2026. She was born on November 9, 1933 in Potecasi, NC to Pollock Tenille Barnes and Annie Rae Joyner Barnes and was the oldest and only sister to Patrick, Luther, and Johnny Barnes.
Peggy attended Woodland Olney School. After graduation, she went to...
Thomas "Tommy" Richard Futrell
Mar 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Richard Futrell who left us on March 24, 2026 at the age of 62. He was born on November 22, 1963 in Ahoskie, North Carolina to the late Edward Earl Futrell and Sandra Louise Cofield Futrell Wilkens. He was preceded in death by his step-father, Floyd Thomas Wilkins...
June Northcutt Skaggs
Mar 20, 2026
June Northcutt Skaggs, 75, of Halifax passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026.
She was a native of West Virginia and was the daughter of the late Arthur and Gala Grimmett Northcutt. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Barry Skaggs.
June was a retired school teacher in the West Virginia school system. She loved her role being in...
Myrle Mooney Moore
Mar 20, 2026
Myrle Mooney Moore, age 79, of Roanoke Rapids, passed away peacefully in her home on Friday, March 20, 2026. Myrtle was born in Brunswick County, NC on January 5, 1947 to the late Elmer Talmadge Mooney and Clossie Phelps Mooney. She was retired from J.P. Stevens in Roanoke Rapids.
She was preceded in death by her her parents, her loving husband,...
Donna Marie Clifton Boles
Mar 7, 2026
Donna Marie Clifton Boles, 59, of Holly Springs passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her stepfather, John Anderson and stepbrother, Mike Anderson.
Donna was a native of Roanoke Rapids, a 1985 graduate of Roanoke Rapids High School, and attended East Carolina University.
Donna loved the Lord and her family deeply. She also loved the beach and...
Donnie Lynn Gums
Mar 5, 2026
Donnie Lynn Gums of Roanoke Rapids, age 62, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was born on August 26, 1963 in Halifax County to the late Robert Warren Gums and Ella Christine Harris Gums. He was also preceded in death by a sister, Brenda Martin.
After a 30 year career, Donnie retired from Roanoke Rapids Fire Department. He loved...
Judith Boykin Blythe
Feb 28, 2026
Judith Ann Boykin Blythe passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026 with her family by her side.
She was the daughter of the late Harry Benjamin Boykin and Evelyn Miller Boykin. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Betty Cento, Mary Lee Snell, Jackie Threewitts, and Anita Jones.
Judith loved her Lord Jesus Christ and her family. She also loved...
Linwood Earl Joyner
Feb 26, 2026
Linwood Earl Joyner, 70, of Woodland, passed away on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
He was a native of Northampton County, NC and was the son of the late Linwood Joyner and Virgie Joyner. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Deborah Joyner, a sister, Linda Whitley and his brother, Robert Joyner.
He Loved to play the guitar and Blue Grass...
Glenn Raymond St. Clair
Feb 26, 2026
Glenn Raymond St. Clair, 75, of Henrico, NC, passed away suddenly on Thursday, February 26, 2026, leaving behind a family who adored him and a legacy that will be felt for generations.
Born in Washington, DC to the late Charles Raymond St. Clair and Peggy Barbara Rollins St. Clair, Glenn was raised on the family tobacco farm off Budds Creek Road...
Rachel Davis Little
Feb 25, 2026
Rachel Davis Little 93, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
She was born in Northampton County, North Carolina to the late Rubert Vann Davis and Clara Taylor Davis. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Atlas Hilton Little, her sons, James and Jerry Little, and two brothers, Howard and Stanley Davis.
Rachel was a life long resident of Seaboard....
