Retired Army Cwo Robert Sherwood Beamon
March 26, 2017
Ret. Army CWO Robert S. Beamon, 71, passed away at home after a brief illness. Robert was a native of Wayne Co. the son of the late, Leland and Hazel Gardner Beamon. Robert proudly served in the U. S. Army, where he retired after more than 20-years as a Chief Warrant Officer. He is survived by his wife of...
Nancy Merritt Neighbors
March 25, 2017
If there were parties and celebrations to enjoy, Nancy Neighbors would be there. If there were conversations and updates to be had about family, friends, and former classmates, Nancy was in the know. If there were meals to be made to feed family and friends filling her dining room, Nancy’s hand would be on nearly every delicious dish. If...
Sadie Murray Glover
March 23, 2017
Sadie Murray Glover passed peacefully, surrounded by her children, on March 23, 2017 at age 94. She was born in Nash County to the late Willoughby L. Murray and Florah Bissette Murray. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Charles W. Glover. She graduated from Kings Business College in Raleigh, and was employed as a...
Patsy June Cherry
March 21, 2017
Patsy June Cherry, 89, passed away March 21 in Raleigh. She was married to Donald Albert Cherry June 1, 1984. Mrs. Cherry was born Patsy June Hickman in Charleston, WV April 17, 1927, graduated with honors from Stonewall Jackson High School, and soon began work with Kanawha Valley Bank and later Columbia Gas Co., before moving to Raleigh where...
Ruth S. Gregory
March 21, 2017
Angier – Ruth Summerlin Gregory, 89, passed away Tuesday at Central Harnett Hospital. A native of Harnett County, she was the daughter of Malcolm Dennis Summerlin and Novella Reardon Smith. Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 11:00 AM at Angier Baptist Church with burial to follow at Chalybeate Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, Fuquay-Varina. Surviving are her sons, Barry...
John L. Holley, Jr.
March 20, 2017
John Lewie Holley, Jr, 60, passed away peacefully in his home on March 20, 2017. John was a graduate of Enloe High School in Raleigh, North Carolina and received his civil engineering degree from NC State University. He served as a Professional Engineer for the NC Department of Environmental Quality for 39 years. John was an active member of...
Lucille Markle
March 17, 2017
Lucille Markle, 88, passed away Friday, March 17, 2017 surrounded by family. Lucille was born in South Plainfield, New Jersey, on September 23, 1928, the youngest of five children. She married Joseph Markle and moved to Cary, NC in 1968. They retired in Swansboro, NC until Joe’s death on November 30, 2003. Lucille then moved to Clayton, NC to...
Linda C. Walters
March 15, 2017
Angier – Linda Carol Walters, 68, left to go fishing with her Lord on March 15, 2017. Along with her love of fishing, she loved planting and gardening, sharing her flowers with friends. She was a native of Ohio, Kentucky, working the coal mines of Kentucky. She was the first woman in Kentucky to work the underground coal mines....
Marian Sanford Gibbs Grant
March 15, 2017
Raleigh - Marian Sanford Gibbs Grant died on March 15 after an eventful life of 95 plus years. She was born in Commerce, GA, on October 10, 1921, the first of seven children of Robert Aubrey and Margie Lord Gibbs who died in 1994 and 1985 respectively. She was married June 16, 1942, to Dr. James Marse Grant of...
Doris Strickland Hall
March 15, 2017
Doris Strickland Hall, 83, died Wednesday. A native of Sampson Co., she was the daughter of George and Bessie Jones Strickland. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Saturday at First Baptist Church of Garner. Entombment will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park. Surviving are her sons, Dennis Hall and wife, Vickie of Wendell and Randy Hall and wife, Kimberly of...
Mavis Beasley Denning
March 14, 2017
Annie Mavis Beasley Denning, 92, died Tuesday. Born in Harnett County, she was the daughter of the late Hal and Madie Beasley. She grew up learning to work hard. She was a devout Christian and loved to write poetry. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Saturday at Bryan-Lee Funeral Chapel, Garner. Burial will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park. The...
Lessie Mae Williams
March 14, 2017
Lessie Mae Williams, 94, died Tuesday. Born in Wake County, she was the daughter of Herbert and Cora Brown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Williams. Mrs. Williams was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church. A graveside service will be held Friday at 1:00 pm at Montlawn Memorial Park, Raleigh. She...
Rosalyn Inez Johnson
March 14, 2017
Rosalyn Inez Johnson, 79, passed away after an extended illness. Rosalyn retired from Rex Hospital Medical Records after almost 40 years of service. Rosalyn was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend. There will be a Funeral Service at 2:00 PM Friday March 17, 2017 at Garner Church of God. Burial to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens,...
Debbie “Nana” Outen
March 12, 2017
Deborah Overcash Outen, 66, died Sunday after a courageous battle with cancer. She was an accomplished seamstress, who loved the beach, and devoted her life to caring for children, which was reflected by all those who simply called her “Nana.” A memorial service will be held Wednesday, 5:00 pm at Garner United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends...
Nicholas Rafael Lopez
March 12, 2017
“My last salutations are to them Who knew me imperfect and loved me.” Tagore Raleigh - Nick Lopez died by his own hand after a long and ultimately losing battle with mental illness. He was 21. He brought love and joy to many people. A sweet young man who had an amazing mechanical and artistic ability, he was looking...
David S. Evans
March 12, 2017
David Surles Evans, born on March 12, 1929, passed away on his 88th birthday, March 12, 2017. He devoted his entire life to his family, his friends, and his faith. He was considered a blessing to all who came to know him. Born and raised on a farm in Clayton NC, he had 10 siblings who have kept a...
Walter J. Holleman
March 12, 2017
Walter Jones Holleman, 71, died Sunday at his residence. He was retired from the North Carolina Department of Transportation. Walter was a very active member of Highland Baptist Church where he served in various capacities. Funeral services will be 12:00 pm Thursday at Highland Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park, Raleigh. Surviving are his wife, Sandra...
Christine Sherrod Champion
March 11, 2017
Christine Sherrod Champion, 95, passed away March 11, 2017. Christine worked as an Admin. Assistant for Dillon Supply Co. and the N.C. Dept. of Trans. Christine was a long time member of Temple Baptist Church, where she was secretary for her Sunday School class. There will be a Funeral Service at 11:00 AM Tuesday March 14, 2017, at Temple...
Jamie Yates “J.Y.” Jones
March 11, 2017
Jamie Yates “J.Y.” Jones, Jr. 77, died Saturday. A native of Wake Co., he was the son of the late Jamie Y. Jones, Sr. and Alma Woolard Jones. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Wednesday at Bryan-Lee Funeral Chapel, Garner. Burial, Montlawn Memorial Park. Surviving, his wife of 55 years, Shirley Fish Jones; son, Scott Macon Jones and wife,...
