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Marjorie Townes

Marjorie Townes

December 7, 2021

Raleigh – Marjorie M. Townes, 87, died Tuesday, December 7, 2021. A native of Wake County, Marjorie was born July 7, 1934, to the late Reuben Leroy and Clara Ethel Tyson Morgan. She owned Townes Secretarial Service for many years before retiring. Her first love was music, starting at a young age playing piano. She used her talent to...

Brenda Kelley

Brenda Kelley

December 6, 2021

Raleigh- Brenda Kelley, 79, passed away on Monday at Johnston Health in Clayton. Born in Eagle Rock, VA she was the daughter of the late John and Laura Broughman, Sr. Brenda is survived by her daughters, Lisa Haynes Burke (Gary) of Raleigh, Connie Lee Haynes (Jeff) of Beaver Dam, WI; son, Bruce Haynes (Rebecca) of Mebane; grandson, James Burke...

Sergio Rivera Dejesus, Sr.

Sergio Rivera Dejesus, Sr.

December 5, 2021

ANGIER – Sergio Rivera DeJesus Sr., 69, passed away peacefully on Sunday at his home surrounded by his loving family. A native of Puerto Rico and formerly of Dunkirk, NY, he was the son of the late Angel DeJesus and Iris Rivera DeJesus. Sergio was a 1972 graduate of Dunkirk High School. He was employed for 21 years at...

Allen Lee Glover

Allen Lee Glover

December 5, 2021

Allen Lee Glover, 75, passed away on December 5, 2021. A native of Harnett County, Allen was born December 20, 1945, to the late George Allen and Ruby Lee Seagroves Glover. Allen ran many businesses as a land developer over his career, before retiring to spend time with his family. One of his favorite things in the world, was...

Carl  Poole, Jr.

Carl Poole, Jr.

December 4, 2021

WILLOW SPRING – Carl Poole, Jr., 72, passed away at his home on Saturday. Born in Wake county, he is the son of Jessie Howell Poole and the late Carl Poole, Sr. Carl proudly served his country in the US Army for seven years. A funeral service will be held at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home, Angier on Thursday, December 9th...

Jerry Ray Hamilton

Jerry Ray Hamilton

December 4, 2021

Raleigh – Jerry Ray Hamilton, 72, died Saturday. A native of Wake County he was the son of the late Ollie and Lovenia Barbour Hamilton. Jerry is survived by his wife, Julia; daughters, Tracey Hamilton, Jenny Hamilton, Amanda Miss; sister, Sherlyn Dennis; brother, Gerald Hamilton, 9 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in...

Monteen Fish Adams

Monteen Fish Adams

December 3, 2021

Fuquay-Varina– In the early hours of December 3rd, after a lengthy health struggle, Monteen Fish Adams gained her wings and went home to our Lord Jesus Christ. Monteen was the daughter of the late James E. Fish and Betty Zora Fish Cowing. She was predeceased by her husband, Bill J. Adams; sons, Derrick Judson Adams, and William Cadwell Adams,...

Patricia Lloyd  Embrey

Patricia Lloyd Embrey

December 3, 2021

Benson – Patricia Lloyd Embrey, 89, Born in Port Angeles, Washington, on September 28, 1932, passed away on Friday. She was preceded in death by her father, mother, sister, and brother. Patricia, 89, is survived by her husband of 72 years, Richard Wayne Embrey, Sr., daughter Linda Embrey Neubauer (Allan Neubauer), son Richard Wayne Embrey, Jr., (Cathy Embrey), daughter...

Joyce S. Sawvel

Joyce S. Sawvel

December 3, 2021

Willow Spring – Joyce S. Sawvel, 81, passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021. Born in Minneapolis, MN, she was the daughter of the late Ervin K. and Inez V. Sohns. Joyce dedicated many years at home to being a mother and later worked as a nutritionist at local schools and hospitals. Joyce was immensely proud of her family...

Geraldine Thornton Hunt

Geraldine Thornton Hunt

December 2, 2021

Raleigh– Geraldine Thornton Hunt, 86, passed away December 2, 2021. Born in Johnston County, she was the daughter to the late Frank B. and Rosa S. Thornton. In addition to her parents, Geraldine is preceded in death by her sisters, Donnie Ruth Lane and Evelyn Jenkins; brothers, Jerry Thornton, Herbert Thornton, and F.B. Thornton, Jr. Geraldine is survived by...

Billy  Bruce Ennis

Billy Bruce Ennis

November 29, 2021

GARNER- Billy Ennis, 85, passed away on Monday. Born in Sampson County, he was the son of the late Carlos and Ina Ennis. Billy graduated from Hugh Morson High School and worked at the Ambassador Movie Theater. After spending two years in the Army Signa Corps, he graduated from King’s Business College. Billy met Betty on a blind date...

Victoria Belle Kammer

Victoria Belle Kammer

November 29, 2021

Victoria (Vicki) Kammer, aged 88, passed away on November 29, 2021. Vicki was born in Paducah Kentucky on September 1, 1933. She was the daughter of Bill and Hazel Thomis. She attended and graduated from Murry College in Kentucky where she loved and enjoyed great success in the Drama Department. Vicki married Gregory Kammer and they settled in Springfield...

Garvin Carroll Medlin

Garvin Carroll Medlin

November 29, 2021

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Doris H. Ray

Doris H. Ray

November 29, 2021

RALEIGH – Doris H. Ray, 88, passed away at her home on November 29, 2021. Doris was born in Rockingham County on June 19, 1933, the daughter of the late Willie and Ethel House. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Macon House and Edward House. She is survived by her husband of...

Hector E. Acquaviva

Hector E. Acquaviva

November 26, 2021

WILLOW SPRING – Hector Enrique Acquaviva, 76, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Avellaneda, Buenos Aires, Argentina, he was the son of the late Leonardo Acquaviva and Maria Stehnij Acquaviva. Hector is survived by his loving wife, Elena Acquaviva; daughter, Sandra Clarke; son, Marcelo Acquaviva; grandchildren, Amanda Acquaviva, Brandon Clarke, Isabelle Acquaviva; sisters,...

Dollie  Mae Smith Knowles

Dollie Mae Smith Knowles

November 25, 2021

APEX – Dollie Mae Smith Knowles, 91, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at Bryan-Lee Funeral Home in Raleigh. Burial will follow in Historic Oakwood Cemetery, Raleigh. Dollie was born in Sampson County on April 22, 1930 to the late Leroy and Eva Register Smith....

Bobby Ray Thompson, Jr.

Bobby Ray Thompson, Jr.

November 24, 2021

Bobby Ray Thompson, Jr., 59, passed away, Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Bobby was born August 19, 1962, to the late Bobby Ray and Lois Irene Bridges Thompson. Bobby was the owner/operator of many businesses throughout his career, including, Thompson Contracting, Poplar Pointe Marine, and Poplar Pointe Boat & RV Storage. In his free time, Bobby loved wake surfing, fishing,...

Barbara Gail Dreyer

Barbara Gail Dreyer

November 24, 2021

CARY - Barbara Gail Dreyer, 76, born in Brooklyn, NY, passed away on November 24, 2021. Barbara enjoyed her time being outside gardening and shopping on QVC. One thing she loved doing was spending time with her family (8 grandkids) and friends. Barbara is preceded in death by her Mother, Sarah Badler; and her Father, Harry Badler. She leaves...

James Linwood Clark

James Linwood Clark

November 22, 2021

James “Linwood” Clark, 71, of Garner/Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, went home to be with Jesus, surrounded by his family, November 22, 2021. Linwood lived most of his life in Garner, North Carolina and attended Garner High School. Linwood had a strong work ethic, and as a young boy loved working in his father’s barber shop and grandfather’s store. He...

Betty  Lou Penny

Betty Lou Penny

November 22, 2021

Betty Lou Rowe Penny, born May 24, 1937, to the late Robert Alvin Rowe and Leoria Cook Rowe, died November 22, 2021. Betty Lou grew up in Garner and graduated in 1955 from Garner High School. She graduated in 1959 with a degree in Home Economics Education from Woman's College, which later became the co-ed University of North Carolina...

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