Rachel Webster Walters
May 1, 2016
Raleigh - Rachel Webster Walters, 88, passed away Sunday. She was the daughter of Cary Nelson Webster and Addie Emeline Farrell. Rachel married her husband, Robert Brett Walters Jr. in 1950 who preceded her in death in 2014. She is survived by her two children, Robert Brett Walters and Jan Walters Williams; five grandchildren, Jim, Bert, Carey, Bailey, Brett...
Roland A. “Crumb” Cook, Jr.
May 1, 2016
ANGIERRoland A. (Crumb) Cook, Jr., 60, Angier, formerly of Star Lake, NY, died early Sunday morning at his home after a courageous battle against cancer. Crumb was born Aug. 24, 1955 in Canton, NY and attended school in Harrisville and Star Lake. He completed his Associates degrees from SUNY Canton and became a talented electrician and handyman. He also...
Bernard F. Young
April 30, 2016
Bernard F. Young, 77, a native of Harnett County, passed away peaceful at his home on Saturday April 30, 2016. Following 20 years of service with Roadway Express he followed his passion and became a self employed home builder. He also proudly served his country in the United States Army. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Tuesday at Piney...
Mary P. Dail
April 28, 2016
Mary P. Dail, 77, went to be with her Lord on Thursday evening . A native of Harnett Co., she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mable Dupree Pleasant. Following graduation from Angier High School she went to work for Austin Biscuit Co. for 17 years, and worked for Lee’s Long Term Care Facility until taking a...
Marion “Mitzi” Klein Gray
April 26, 2016
GARNER - Marion “Mitzi” Gray passed away at her home on April 26, 2016. Born in New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Oscar and Eleanor Klein. Memorial services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 29 at First Presbyterian Church, Garner, with visitation to follow. She is survived by Walter Parks Gray, her loving husband of...
Nick Sais
April 23, 2016
RALEIGH-Nick Sais, 78, passed away Saturday at Rex Hospital. A native of Tampa Florida, he is the son of late Mike Sais. Mr. Sais retired from the state, central prison and Dorothea Dix after 30 years of service. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 am in the chapel of Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Garner. The family will...
Wilma Wood Gibbs
April 23, 2016
RALEIGH- Wilma Wood Gibbs, 80, passed away at her home on Saturday. A native of Johnston County, she was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Sarah Jernigan Wood. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Garner. The burial will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park, Raleigh. The family...
Susan Kay Beatty
April 22, 2016
Raleigh- Susan Kay Beatty, 68, passed away on Friday. A native of Columbus, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Dorothy Bolin Greiner. Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM Saturday April 30, 2016 at Bryan-Lee Funeral Chapel, Garner. Burial will follow at Mt. Herman Christian Church Cemetery, Garner. The family will receive friends from 11:00-12:45...
Charlie Ray Hamilton
April 20, 2016
Today the world lost an angel. Beloved daddy of five girls, nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Beloved brother of one surviving sister and brother and a host of nephews, nieces, sons-in-law and special friends. Funeral Saturday at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home on Wake Forest Road, Raleigh. Visitation 2:00, Service 3:00. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations...
Alice Woolard Walker
April 18, 2016
GARNER- Alice Woolard Walker, 91, passed away peacefully on Monday. A native of Wake County, she was the daughter of the late Maton and Anniebelle Williams Woolard. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Thursday at Bryan-Lee Funeral Chapel, Garner. Burial will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park. Surviving are her...
Emily Blanchard Adams
April 18, 2016
Angier- Emily Blanchard Adams passed away on Monday. A native of Harnett County, she was the daughter of the late Brantley and Lessie Hilliard Blanchard. Surviving are her children, June Adams Eason and husband, Wayne of Raleigh; son, Ronnie Adams and wife, Susan of Angier; grandchildren, Joseph B. Adams (Trimble) of Morrisville; Kathryn A. Schroder (Dave) of Davidson; Andrew...
Brad Nelson Grady
April 16, 2016
Holly Springs - Brad Nelson Grady, age 38, of Holly Springs, North Carolina, passed away on April 16, 2016. Born September 27, 1977 in Garner, North Carolina, he was the son of Albert Grady, Jr. and the late Katie Davis Grady. Brad graduated from NC State with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and worked for the...
Edna E. Denton
April 15, 2016
Edna Earle Denton, 69 passed away April 15, 2016. A truly beautiful person who will be missed by her son Kevin, daughter-in-law Lee Anne, granddaughter Morgan, brother Bill, and many other loved ones. A Memorial Service celebrating her life will be held Thursday, April 21, at 3:00 pm with visitation one hour prior at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, 831 Wake...
Johnny Creech
April 14, 2016
RALEIGH – Johnny Creech, 86, passed away Thursday at Transitions LifeCare. Born in Nash County, he was the son of the late J. William and Ishley Creech. He owned Johnny’s Precast and Explosive Inc. and Vice President of G C Utilities Co. Inc. Funeral service will be held 1:00 pm Monday at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home Chapel, Garner, NC with...
Frank Etheridge
April 13, 2016
Raleigh - Frank Etheridge, 66, passed away early in the morning on April 13, 2016. A loving family man, he is survived by his wife, Vicky; his son Joel and his wife, Meredith of Wendell; his daughter, Amy of Greenville; his sister Sharon Vierrether of Elizabeth City; and numerous nephews and nieces. He proudly served his country for 27...
Grace A. Blalock
April 12, 2016
ANGIER – Grace Adams Blalock, 93, passed away on Tuesday. Grace spent most of her years on the family farm at 2190 Mount Pleasant Rd in Willow Spring. However the last four years required special care. A native of Johnston County, she was the daughter of the late Lynn Dane and Ada Powell Adams. Due to her mother’s death...
T. Bryan Mcswain
April 11, 2016
Lillington - With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden loss of our son, husband, and friend, Thomas Bryan McSwain, 44, of Buies Creek, NC. Family and friends will miss his sharp sense of humor; his unfailing integrity and responsibility to do good; his willingness to lend a helping hand to those in need; and his caring, compassionate, and generous...
Leola H. Stephenson
April 10, 2016
Angier – Leola Hawkins Stephenson, 86, passed away on Sunday at Oak Hill Assisted Living Center. A native of Harnett County, she was the daughter of the late Ingham and Lula Pleasant Stephenson. Leola was a graduate of Angier High School and attended Emmaus Bible College in Chicago. She also served as a missionary for the Sims Ministry in...
Keenan Scott Mcnair
April 8, 2016
ANGIER – Keenan Scott McNair, 27, passed away on Friday. Keenan was a native of Harnett County. He was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday April 16th at 12:00 pm in the Chapel of Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Angier. The burial will take place on Sunday April...
Waverly Conly Stephenson
April 5, 2016
Waverly Conly Stephenson, 97, beloved husband of Daisy Cecil Hicks Stephenson for 75 years passed away at his home in Garner, NC on the morning of April 5, 2016. Born February 13, 1919 in rural Johnston County to Joseph M. and Mary Ina Walton Stephenson, he was taught to work hard, love his family, and respect the land. He...
