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...
Scott Blaney
April 2, 2016
GARNER – Scott Thomas Blaney, 41, passed away at his home on Saturday. Scott was a native of Long Island, New York. Services for Scott will be held on Wednesday, May 11th at 11:00 am at Vandora Springs Free Will Baptist Church, 1521 Vandora Springs Rd. Garner, NC 27529. The family will receive friends at a reception after the...
Alice D. Holder
April 1, 2016
Clayton - Alice D. Holder, 64, passed away April 1, 2016. A graveside service will be held on Monday at 2:00 PM at Montlawn Memorial Park, Raleigh. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Garner
Treva Ogburn Spivey
March 30, 2016
Treva Ogburn Spivey, 78, was the daughter of the late Ray and Anne Ogburn, and a well-loved teacher. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Saturday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Willow Spring. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:30 to 1:45 prior to the service. Survivors include her husband of...
Rebecca “Becky” Williams Castleberry
March 29, 2016
Rebecca “Becky” Williams Castleberry, 71, died Tuesday at Wake Medical Center. Born in Wake County, she was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Tom Williams. A memorial service will be held 6:00 pm Monday at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Garner. The family will receive friends following the service. She is survived by her daughter, Beth Lasater (Adrian) of...
Ben Richard Blalock, Sr.
March 28, 2016
WILLOW SPRING- Ben Richard Blalock, Sr., 86, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family. He was born at Blalock’s Crossroads in Wake County to the late Archie Sr. and Amanda Fish Blalock; he was also predeceased by brothers Archie Jr., Bobby and Carl Jackson Blalock. Ben was married 64 years to the love of his life, Sarah Ogburn,...
William N. Pearce
March 28, 2016
Benson - William (Bill) Naylor Pearce, 51, died Monday morning on March 28th, 2016. He was born in Raleigh, NC on December 29th, 1964 to the late E.O. and Isabel Pearce. He is survived by his mother and his daughter Sarah Pearce. He also leaves behind his former wife Kathleen Pearce and his dear friends to whom he considered...
Andrew Johnston Blalock “Andy”
March 27, 2016
Andrew Johnston Blalock, 59, passed away Sunday. He was the son of the late Bobby Neal and Lydia Jean Byrd Blalock. He enjoyed working with the boys at Citgo Lube in Fuquay Varina. Funeral services will be held 3:00 pm Thursday at Friendship Baptist Church, Angier, with burial to follow at Mt. Pleasant Presbyterian Church Cemetery. He is survived...
Douglas T. Martin
March 27, 2016
Raleigh – Douglas (Doug) T. Martin, 67, died Sunday at home surrounded by his family after a long courageous battle with Reiter’s Syndrome. Doug was a 1967 graduate of Garner High School. He later graduated from North Carolina State University and was employed as an engineer in the textile industry. He is survived by his wife, Renee Woodlief Martin;...
Reginold John Unger
March 27, 2016
** Correction** Reginold John Unger, 73, passed away at home peacefully in his sleep Easter morning. Reginold worked as a Probation Officer until his retirement. He also proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy as a Corpsman with the Marines.. He was a loving, husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. There will be a graveside service 1:00 PM...
Clara K. Rush
March 25, 2016
Clara K. Rush, 89 of Cary, NC went to be with her Lord and heavenly family on Friday, March 25, 2016. She was born in Greensboro, NC on February 4, 1927. From an early age, Clara was drawn to education, service, and ministry. Toward the end of WWII, she received a Nursing Degree via the Cadet Nurse Corps program. ...
Lynn Lowrimore Keon
March 22, 2016
Lynn Lowrimore Keon, 61, passed away with her loving family by her side. Lynn worked in a law office for many years as an office manager. She was a loving adopted mom to countless people who considered her Mom. Lynn was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Ann Dorothy Lowrimore; a son, John Paul Keon, Jr. Funeral...
