Obituaries
Odie Wilson Martin Jr.
Aug 22, 2026
Mr. Odie Wilson Martin Jr. 75, of Mebane, NC passed away on August 23, 2026 at his residence. Arrangements are incomplete with McClure Funeral Home in Mebane.
Alpha Marie Justice
Aug 22, 2026
Alpha Marie Justice, 86, of Snow Camp, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Born on September 23, 1939, in Pike County, Kentucky, Alpha was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who treasured her family dearly.
Alpha was preceded in death by her loving husband, Harold Dean Justice.
She is survived by her daughter, Wilma Mickel (Ray);...
Jackie Clayton
Aug 21, 2026
Jackie Clayton (née Burton) was born on April 4, 1934, in Hillsborough, North Carolina, to Charlie and Viola Burton. She peacefully passed away on August 21, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Jackie was predeceased by her beloved husband, Bobby Clayton, an infant daughter, Danna Ellen, and siblings, Dot Andrews, Faye Hinshaw, Polly Batton, Doris Wilson, Adrian Burton, and Bobby Burton....
George Smith
Aug 17, 2026
It is with sadness that we advise of passing in Alamance County of our brother, George E. Smith, 87, of Mebane on August 17, 2026. George was a quiet man who enjoyed sitting on his wrap around porch watching and listening to his peaceful surroundings in the comfort of his home and the safety felt in his corner of the...
Venicia Arrocha Lawson
Aug 15, 2026
In loving memory of Venicia A. Lawson — a woman of strength, compassion, and endless love. She devoted her life to her family, lifting others with her kindness and guiding them with her wisdom. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of her children, grandchildren, and all who were touched by her warmth. She will be deeply missed and always...
Richard Lee Lanier
Aug 15, 2026
Richard Lee Lanier 63, of Mebane NC, passed away on August 15, 2026, at Moses Cone Hospital, will be remembered with love and respect by all who knew him. He lived a life marked by devotion to his family, steady work, and a warm appreciation for the simple joys that made life meaningful. Richard was a loving father to his...
Rupert "Max" Maxwell Butler
Aug 15, 2026
Rupert Maxwell Butler of Mebane, known affectionately to family and friends as Max, passed away on August 15, 2026, in Alamance County, North Carolina, at the age of 87. Born on November 17, 1938, in Halifax County, Virginia, he lived a life marked by devotion, hard work, and a deep love for the people and places that shaped him. Max...
Clyde Dixon Rimmer
Aug 12, 2026
Clyde Dixon Rimmer, 95, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026. He was born January 12, 1931.
A longtime resident of Burlington, North Carolina, Clyde worked for the railroad and later in manufacturing. Upon retirement, he moved to Patrick County, Virginia, where he and his wife Mina, made their home in the Appalachian mountains.
Clyde was preceded in death by his wife,...
Brenda Ann Franklin James
Aug 12, 2026
Brenda Ann Franklin James, 77, of Haw River, North Carolina, passed away on August 12, 2026, after courageously fighting cancer for six years. Born on May 22, 1949, in Alamance County, Brenda lived her life with warmth, grace, and a deep devotion to the people she loved. She graduated from Southern Alamance High School in 1967 and carried the values...
Joan Conway Cook
Aug 9, 2026
Joan Conway Cook, 91, of Graham, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 9, 2026. Born to the late Chester Walter and Helen Roberts Conway, Joan was a devoted follower of Jesus who cherished her family above all else. Her greatest joy and most treasured accomplishment in life was raising Godly children and instilling in...
Joshua Villanova
Aug 8, 2026
Our wonderful son, Joshua “Josh” Boyer Villanova, passed away on August 8, 2026, at the age of 42 after a horrendous fight with cancer. He is survived by his parents, Jon and Kathy, and sister, Krystal. He is and was a beloved son, brother, and friend. Josh was known for his dependability, loyalty, integrity, humor, and generosity. Josh filled our...
Krystal and Jeremy Sheppard
Aug 5, 2026
Krystal Kirby Sheppard, 50, and Jeremy Allen Sheppard, 27, of Prospect Hill, went together to be with their Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Kristy was a loving daughter, mother, family member, and friend whose presence brought warmth and joy to everyone around her. She loved gardening and enjoyed spending time at the beach and in the mountains. Above...
Robert Lee Chapman
Aug 1, 2026
Robert Lee Chapman, 94, of Efland, NC passed away on August 1, 2026, in Orange County, North Carolina, at the age of 94. He was born on January 8, 1932, in Fayette County, West Virginia, and lived a life marked by devotion, hard work, and quiet strength. Robert was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, and he...
Carolyn Harris Lunsford
Jul 31, 2026
Carolyn Harris Lunsford, 77 passed away on Friday, July 31st, 2026 at her home in Mebane. Carolyn was born in Caswell County, she was the daughter of the late Dailey Ennis Harris and Rena Daniel’s Harris. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her best friend and father of her son, Jimmy Lunsford.
Carolyn was retired from...
Henry Dale Barnwell
Jul 30, 2026
Henry Dale Barnwell was born on January 16, 1939. He passed away on July 30, 2026, at White Oak Manor, Burlington, North Carolina. Dale was preceded in death by his father and mother, Anderson Hall and Kate Roney Barnwell, his brother, James Mason Barnwell and his sister-in-law, Kathleen Elizabeth Barnwell. He is survived by niece Kathy Barnwell Wilkins (George) and...
William "Keith" Stewart
Jul 30, 2026
William Keith "Kebo" Stewart, 55, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, July 30, 2026.
Born on January 28, 1971, Keith was the son of Jesse William Stewart and Ella Godwin-Hudgins of Burlington. He was a devoted husband, father, Pawpaw, son, brother, uncle, and friend whose larger-than-life personality left an unforgettable impression on everyone he met.
If you knew Keith, you...
Larry Curl
Jul 26, 2026
Larry Curl, 78, of Graham, passed away on July 26, 2026 at AuthoraCare Hospice in Burlington. He was the son of the late Boyd and Evelyn Curl. He served our country in the US Navy during Vietnam.
Larry leaves behind two sisters, Kathy Mullis and Barbara Curl. A graveside service will be held on Thursday at 2pm at Center Global Methodist...
Elsie King Horner
Jul 26, 2026
Elsie King Horner, 94, of Mebane, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Born in Alamance County, she was the daughter of the late Giles and Bessie Crawford. Elsie found joy in life's simple pleasures. She loved crocheting, and she enjoyed watching the birds from her home. Above all, she cherished her family and was a devoted mother, grandmother,...
Helen Long
Jul 25, 2026
Helen Frances Pendergraph Long, 89, passed away on July 25, 2026 at AuthoraCare Hospice in Burlington. She was the daughter of the late Miron and Sarah Pendergraph. She loved working puzzles and going to the beach and dancing at The Moose Lodge with her late husband, Billy.
Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Bobby Long (Mitzi), Tommy Long (Donna),...
Charles David "Buddy" Deese
Jul 24, 2026
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Charles David “Buddy” Deese was born September 9, 1954 and deceased on Friday, July 24, 2026. His parents were Margaret Pearson Deese Payne (Tom) and Crawford Cleveland Deese. He was the baby brother to Barbara West (Bruce) and Kaye Kenn (Henry). He is survived by his daughter Chelsea Deese...
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