Obituaries

James William "Jim" Traughber Sr.

James William "Jim" Traughber Sr.

Nov 22, 2025

James "Jim" William Traughber Sr., 74, of Alamance County, North Carolina, passed away on November 22, 2025. Never one to sit still, he lived a full life right up to the end.

Born in Kern County, California, on April 29, 1951, to the late Lyn and Joan Traughber, Jim learned early on how to make his own way. He was a...

Brenda Sykes Cagle

Brenda Sykes Cagle

Nov 22, 2025

Brenda Sykes Cagle, affectionately known as Brenda to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, in Alamance Co., North Carolina. Born on March 2, 1955, in Orange Co., NC, Brenda's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and the love she had for those around her. Brenda's journey began as the cherished daughter of Lynwood...

Pamela Cline Boggs

Pamela Cline Boggs

Nov 21, 2025

Pamela Cline Boggs, affectionately known as Pam to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, at the age of 71 in Caswell County, North Carolina. Born on February 12, 1954, in Alamance County, NC, Pam's life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and service, woven with the threads of her unwavering commitment to her family, friends,...

Jewel Wayne "Gerald" Duffey

Jewel Wayne "Gerald" Duffey

Nov 20, 2025

Jewel Wayne Duffey, affectionately known as Gerald to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at the age of 80 in Alamance Co., North Carolina. Born on July 13, 1945, in Halifax Co., Virginia, Gerald was a man of integrity, passion, and kindness, whose legacy will be cherished by all who knew him. Gerald's life was...

Richard Boone Lambert, Jr.

Richard Boone Lambert, Jr.

Nov 19, 2025

Richard Boone Lambert, Jr., 81 of Mebane passed away Wednesday November 21 at his residence. He was a native of Stanley County and Retired from Cone Mills in Haw River. He is the son of the late Richard Boone Lambert, Sr. and the Late Ruby Bowers Lambert. He was also preceded in death by brothers Gene and Wayne Lambert

He is...

John Kenneth Kimball

John Kenneth Kimball

Nov 16, 2025

Our man, John Kenneth Kimball, 79, of Durham passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. He is the son of the late William Watson and Mary Louise Kimball of Cole Mill Road, Durham. He was also preceded in death by a son, Alex Kimball and brother Terry Kimball.

Kenneth was a graduate of Northern High School and the Technical College of...

William "Bill" Disorbo

William "Bill" Disorbo

Nov 16, 2025

William "Bill" Disorbo, 69, of Burlington, NC, a cherished husband, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, at Moses Cone Hospital. Born on February 23, 1956, in Olean, NY, Bill's life was a testament to his unwavering spirit and dedication to his loved ones and country. Bill proudly served his nation as a Staff Sergeant in...

Harold Nall

Harold Nall

Nov 16, 2025

Harold Nall, beloved husband, father, Poppy, brother, teacher, and friend, entered his eternal rest surrounded by faith and family on Sunday, November 16th, 2025.

Born to Woodrow and Edna Nall, Harold grew up with a deep love of learning and a strong devotion to his family and faith. He was the first in his family to graduate from college, paving the...

Arthur Gordon Loy

Arthur Gordon Loy

Nov 13, 2025

Arthur ‘Gordon’ Loy passed away on November 13 at the age of 89. Gordon was born in Alamance County on March 20, 1936. He was predeceased by his parents, William Loftin Loy and Omie Hagood Loy, sisters Rachel Rumbley and Debbie Walter, and great-nephew Shawn Fralick.

He is survived by his sister, Brenda L Wilson, niece Lisa Henderson, and nephews Michael...

Ronald Allen Mayo

Ronald Allen Mayo

Nov 11, 2025

Ronald Allen Mayo, known affectionately as Ron to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, at The Oaks of Alamance. Born on April 4, 1952, in Alamance Co., North Carolina, Ron's gentle demeanor and steadfast presence touched the lives of many throughout his 73 years. Ron's early life in Alamance Co. was filled with the love...

Cheryl Jolly Moore

Cheryl Jolly Moore

Nov 8, 2025

Mrs. Cheryl Jolly Moore, 64, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at The Hospice Home in Burlington after a brief but brave battle with cancer.

Cheryl was born on June 20, 1961, to the late Betty and Wilson Jolly, and was raised in Mebane, North Carolina. Throughout her life – which had its share of ups and downs –...

William Harrison O'Neal, Sr.

William Harrison O'Neal, Sr.

Nov 8, 2025

William Harrison O’Neal, Sr. 85, of Graham passed away Saturday, November 8, 2025 at his residence. William was born in Waynesville, NC to Benjamin Theodore O’Neal and Mattie Lou James O’Neal both deceased. He was a retired service manager at GE and he served his country in the US Army.

He is survived by his Life Partner Phyllis Conner whom he...

Anita "Jean" Fraser Little

Anita "Jean" Fraser Little

Nov 8, 2025

Anita "Jean" Fraser Little, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, at the age of 101 in Alamance Co., North Carolina. Born on July 11, 1924, in Cherokee Co., Iowa, Jean was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew her. Jean's early years were spent in the heartland of America, where she was raised by her loving...

Donna Gail Pore Newcomer

Donna Gail Pore Newcomer

Nov 7, 2025

Donna Gail Pore Newcomer, 71 of Graham passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025. She was a native of Alamance County, retired from the textilke industry and was a member of Glen Raven Baptist Church. She is the daughter of the late Gilbert Harman & Estelle Fitts Pore.

She is survived by her husband, Palmer A, Newcomer, Jr.; brothers, Mickey Pore(Linda),...

Bertha "Kitty" Riddle

Bertha "Kitty" Riddle

Nov 6, 2025

Bertha Sue “Kittty” Rudd Riddle, 94, of Graham passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025. She was a native of Prospect Hill. She is the daughter of the late Ancel Glacucs & Carrie Elizabeth Solomon Rudd and was married the late Moody D Riddle, Jr. She was a retired caregiver and homemaker and of the Methodist faith.

She is survived by...

Wilton Harold Benson

Wilton Harold Benson

Nov 3, 2025

Wilton Harold Benson, affectionately known as Willie to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, at the age of 98 in Alamance Co., North Carolina. Born on February 13, 1927, in Johnston Co., NC, Willie lived a full and vibrant life marked by dedication to his family, his country, and his community. Willie was the beloved...

Franklin "TJ" Johnson

Franklin "TJ" Johnson

Nov 2, 2025

The world lost a little bit of its sparkle with the passing of Franklin “TJ” Todd Johnson, a man whose laughter, kindness, and love of life were as big as his heart.

Born to the late Andrew and Rena Johnson, TJ was raised in Graham, North Carolina. TJ had an extraordinary gift for finding joy in the everyday and sharing it...

Julia Ann Slaughter

Julia Ann Slaughter

Nov 1, 2025

Julia Ann Slaughter, a cherished daughter, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, in her hometown of Alamance Co., North Carolina. Born on November 20, 1996, Julia's vibrant spirit and infectious laughter brought joy to all who knew her throughout her 28 years of life.Julia, affectionately known by her loved ones as just "Julia," was the...

Sara Gillispie

Sara Gillispie

Nov 1, 2025

Ms. Sara Jean Gillispie, 91, of Burlington, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Born November 24, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Harris and Winnefred Hogan. Sara spent her working years at Burlington Industries, working as a Sales Associates until she retired. She will be missed by all those who knew...

Marie St. John

Marie St. John

Oct 28, 2025

Marie St. John, 94 of Belmont went to meet her heavenly father on October 28 2025. Born Rana Marie Bull on September 12, 1931, she was proceeded in death by her husband Larkin Monroe St.John (Joe), father Leroy Bull, mother Elma Adkins Bull, daughter-in-law Patsy Hayes Wyrick and grandson Patrick McKinley Wyrick. She was a founding member of Kimesville Rd....