Obituaries
James Edward Overbey
Sep 23, 2026
James Edward Overbey, age 82, of Cedar Grove, North Carolina, passed away on September 23, 2026, at his residence in Orange County, North Carolina. He was born on January 28, 1944, at the family homeplace in Orange County, North Carolina, and he lived a life rooted in the values of hard work, faith, family, and a deep appreciation for the...
Audrey "JoJo" Daniels Tarrant
Sep 22, 2026
Audrey Joyce Daniels Tarrant, better known as JoJo thanks to her granddaughter Dani, went to be with God peacefully, leaving behind her daughter and son-in-law, Denise and John Powell, her granddaughter Dani Doss, her adopted granddaughter Autumn Fogleman-Sipe, her baby brother Chuck Daniels, her sister Vickie Daniels, and her many nieces and nephews.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents,...
Jean Ross
Sep 17, 2026
Jean Monnett Ross of Graham NC, passed away on the evening of September 17, 2026. She was born on February 21, 1936 to Charles Guy and Hazel Lee Monnett. She graduated from Women’s College in Greensboro (UNCG) as a secretary and worked at Odell Hardware, Monnett Carpet Shop (her father’s business) and Mebane Lumber. Jean was a devoted follower of...
Sally Ivey
Sep 14, 2026
Sally Lynne Maxwell Ivey, born February 22, 1961, passed away at the age of 65 on Monday, September 14, 2026 after a long illness. Sally Lynne graduated from Hoke County High School in Raeford, North Carolina and East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. She worked with the Orange County Schools for twenty years prior to her retirement.
Sally Lynne was...
Michael Allen Vermilya
Sep 13, 2026
Michael Allen Vermilya, 61, of Roxboro, NC died Sunday, September 13, 2026. Mike was born in Las Cruces, NM on Friday, August 13, 1965. He was a graduate of Williams High School in Burlington, NC and the Nashville Auto/Diesel Technical College. He worked for Bumpass Ford in Roxboro and since 1999 at Bowes Collision Center for his long-time boss and...
Thurman Franklin Horner
Sep 13, 2026
Thurman Franklin Horner, born on February 14, 1943, passed away on September 13, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, devotion, and a life well lived. He was a man who took great pride in the work of his hands and in the people he loved. Thurman spent his life as a carpenter by trade, and his skill, dedication,...
William Bert Hilton Jr.
Sep 12, 2026
William Bert Hilton Jr.,87, of Graham was called home on September 12, 2026. He was born on November 17, 1938, in Wake County to William and Dora Hilton. He is predeceased by his wife Barbara Hilton, brothers Johnny Mack Hilton and Wayne Hilton and daughter Angie Campbell.
He is survived by his sons James Dace Hilton (Stephanie), Chad Hester, grandson Kivette...
Bernice Wilson
Sep 12, 2026
Bernice Oliver Wilson, 97, passed away at her residence on September 12, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Joseph Daniel Oliver and Addie Pulliam Oliver.
Our Mom was one of the strongest women we knew. She worked a full-time job and ran the household our entire childhood. She would come home after work, cook us a healthy meal which...
Toyoko Bull
Sep 12, 2026
Toyoko Teruya Bull, 86, was born on September 24, 1939, on Ryukyu Island, Okinawa. A resident of Graham, North Carolina, she went home to be with the Lord at 3:45 a.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Toyoko was a loving and sweet person who cared deeply for everyone she met. Her kindness, gentle spirit, and love for others touched the...
Randal Dale "Randy" Kidd
Sep 9, 2026
Randal Dale “Randy” Kidd passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2026. Randy was born in Alamance County on March 30, 1967.
Those who knew Randy would say that he always had a smile on his face. He was kind, had a big heart, and was a friend to everyone he met. His piercing blue eyes and warm smile were just a...
Pamela Ashe
Sep 7, 2026
Pamela Ann McCann Staley Ashe, 74, of Greensboro passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026 at her home.
Pam was the daughter of the late Thomas Franklin and Virginia Dare Parker McCann.
A graveside service will be held, Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 2 pm at Pleasant Union Church Cemetery, 5929 Coble Church Road, Liberty, NC. The family will receive friends Friday,...
James Willis Grady
Sep 6, 2026
James Willis Grady, 60, of Graham, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026. James was a determined and strong-willed man who lived life with independence and honesty. He was a good listener who cared about others and was someone his family and friends could count on. He was a long time member of Mission Fellowship, formally Nall Memorial, where he...
Gladys Howard
Sep 6, 2026
Gladys Brayboy Howard, who was born on June 11, 1943, and passed away on September 6, 2026, was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was marked by love, devotion, and quiet strength.
She was the wife of Jesse Howard, and together they shared a life built on commitment, companionship, and enduring care. Gladys was a loving mother...
Grayson Michael Bunn
Sep 4, 2026
Grayson Michael Bunn left this world far too soon on September 4, 2026. He was a husband, a father, a son, a brother, and a friend, but to those who loved him most, he was so much more.
Michael had a kind heart and was the kind of person who would help anyone he could. He was hardworking, took pride in...
Joseph "Dale" Sharpe
Aug 29, 2026
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Joseph Dale Sharpe, 63, of Burlington, NC, on August 29, 2026.
Dale was born on September 16, 1962, in Florida. He grew up and lived in Burlington, NC, for his whole life.
He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Donna Sharpe; his 3 children, Joseph Dale Sharpe Jr. (Kim),...
John "Jay" Burroughs Evans III
Aug 29, 2026
John "Jay" Burroughs Evans III rode his heavenly Harley to God on August 29, 2026, after a brief illness at the age of 61, in Burlington, North Carolina.Jay was born February 14, 1965, in Alamance County to John "Buster" Burroughs Evans Jr. and Jeanette Anthony Evans.Jay enjoyed working on his motorcycles, strumming his guitar, fishing at Lake Michael and Graham-Mebane...
Clarence Wayne Gilley
Aug 26, 2026
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On August 26, the world lost a truly selfless man. Clarence Wayne Gilley, 70, of Burlington, passed away after years of declining health. Born in 1956, Wayne was the eldest child of Clarence “Doc” and Wilda Gilley, both deceased. He was raised in Graham, NC, and he never strayed far from home. After graduation from...
Odie Wilson Martin Jr.
Aug 22, 2026
Odie Wilson Martin Junior of Mebane, North Carolina, passed on August 22, 2026 at his home. Born November 30, 1950 in Alamance County. He was the son of Odie Wilson Martin and Pearl Moore Williams, who proceeded him in death. Odie was also proceeded in death by his wife Sherry Wall Martin, and his brothers Larry Williams and Terry Williams.
Odie...
Alpha Marie Justice
Aug 22, 2026
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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...
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....
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