Obituaries

Jan 28, 2025

Lee Grant Crawford, 81 of Swepsonville went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. He was a native of Alamance County and spent the majority of his working years in the textile industry, where he began as a service boy and worked his way up to department head.

He was a devoted husband,...

Jan 25, 2025

John Paul Black

July 3, 1943-January 25, 2025

John Paul Black, 81, of Graham, NC passed away on Jan 25, 2025.

He was born in Graham, NC in 1943 to Paul Ritchie Black and Thames Apple Black. John  grew up in Burlington, NC and graduated from Walter Williams High School in 1961.  He...

Jan 20, 2025

Annie "Jeanette" Oakley Tatum, known as Jeanette to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025, at the age of 82.  She was born on May 4, 1942, to the late Alonza and Lucille Oakley. Jeanette's life was marked by her vibrant spirit, her love for her family, and her passion for the beauty of nature....

Jan 17, 2025

Faye Dalehite McLamb, 93, of Mebane passed away on January 17, 2025 at Compass Health Care at Hawfields. She was a native of Orange County and a retired office manager from Exxon LP Gas company. She is the daughter of the late Robert Tyree & Mary Bishop Dalehite and was married to the late George McLamb. She was also...

Jan 17, 2025

Ruth May Brady, age 86, departed this life and went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 17, 2025, under hospice care at the residence of her son, Scott Brady. A native of Guildford County, N.C., Ruth grew up on Alamance Church Road and was the daughter of the late Guy Thomas May Sr. and...

Jan 16, 2025

Mrs. Kristi Dunkley Wood, 47, of Snow Camp went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Duke University Hospital with her husband by her side.

A visitation for family and friends will be held at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at Mt. Hermon United Methodist Church, 4178 Mt. Hermon-Rock Creek...

Jan 16, 2025

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Ms. Luella "Skeet" Watkins Burnette, 95, of Burlington, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 16, 2025. A native of Alamance County, Luella was the daughter of the late William and Rena Miles Watkins. She spent her working years at North Graham Elementary,...

Jan 15, 2025

Katelyn Joy Andrews passed away peacefully on January 15, 2025, at the age of 25.  Born on November 13, 1999, to David and Andrea Andrews, Katelyn's life is a testament to God's love, healing and grace. Her smile could light up a room but she was a fighter from day one. She overcame incredible physical obstacles and illnesses which...

Jan 10, 2025

Mrs. Carolyn Faye Hughes departed this life on Friday, January 10th, 2025 peacefully in her own bed in her own home just as she wanted. Born November 12th, 1934 in Belton, SC to Myrtle and Furman Hannah, Faye, as she was known to her family and friends, made her permanent home in Graham, NC. She was a devoted wife,...

Jan 10, 2025

Mr. Jeffrey Wayne Young, 69, of Graham, NC passed away on January 10, 2025, at UNC Hospitals, Hillsborough. A native of Alamance Co. NC, he was the son of the late Howard Wayne Young and Doris Beal Young. Jeff was an avid outdoorsman, always loving the opportunity to go hunting or fishing. He also enjoyed tinkering with cars and...

Jan 10, 2025

Jimmy Garland Lunsford, 80,passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025 at his home in Mebane. Born in Person County, he was the son of the late Edward Thomas Lunsford and Dorothy Mae Oakley Lunsford. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Coy Lunsford. Mr. Lunsford was a member of  Lea Bethel Baptist Church....

Jan 9, 2025

Mrs. Renate de Irureta Goyena, 93 of Burlington NC died on January 9, 2025 at Wesley Long Hospital in Greensboro.

A native of Wittenberg, Germany, she was the wife of the late Dr. Antonio de Irureta-Goyena y Reyes.

Survivors include a niece, Silke Hagen and nephew Niels Hagen of Germany.  She is also survived by...

Jan 8, 2025

Sandra Adams, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on January 28, 1957, to Sandy Coe and the late Lula "Lu" Russell, Sandra's life was a testament to the power of love, family, and the simple joys that make a life well-lived. She found her lifelong partner in Barry Adams, and together they...

Jan 5, 2025

Phillip Steven Frazier, aged 66, passed away on January 5, 2025. He was born on January 12, 1959, in Orange County to Richard and the late Dorothy Frazier. Phillip grew up alongside his brothers, Randy and the late Eddie Frazier. A beloved father, he is survived by his son, Jesse Frazier, and daughter-in-law, Kimberly, who will forever cherish his...

Jan 4, 2025

Ms. Judy Fay Davis, 71, of Haw River, NC went to be with the Lord on Saturday January 4, 2025 at her residence following a year of failing health. A native of Alamance Co. NC, she was the daughter of the late Al Ralph Davis and Alma Dillard Davis. In Judy’s younger years, she enjoyed roller-skating at the Mebane...

Jan 1, 2025

Mrs. Carolyn Hall Smith 79, of Burlington, NC passed away on January 1, 2025, at her residence. A native of Alamance Co. NC, she was the daughter of the late Dennis H. Hall and Effie Turner Hall. Carolyn worked for 30 plus years at Brown-Wooten Mills and following retirement she worked with White Oak Mannor and Pace Care, looking...

Dec 31, 2024

Ms. (Linda) Kaye Jernigan Hall, 78, of Graham, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Kaye was the daughter of the late James K. Jernigan and Louse Seamster Jernigan of Burlington. Kaye retired from a local hosiery mill after many years of loyal service.  She will always be remembered for her warm smile and...

Dec 30, 2024

Ms. Lisa Andrea Bryant of Green Level, NC departed her life on December 30, 2024. Born January 24, 1956 in Newark NJ to the late Billy Edward and Ramona Bernadette Reed Bryant.

During her younger life, she was tough and street smart. Aware of all and fearful of none.in 1971 her family moved from Newark NJ toGreen...

Dec 30, 2024

Howard James Williams, 81, of Cedar Grove passed away on December 30, 2024. He was a native of Horry County, SC, retired from IBM and a member of Hebron Methodist Church. He was well known as a man who loved to talk, an avid bee keeper and loved to bake and give away cakes. He is the son of...

Dec 29, 2024

Jo Ann Sykes, 77,  born October 10, 1947, passed away peacefully at her home on December 29, 2024. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great aunt, and friend; known for her warm heart, generosity, and unwavering love for her family. Jo Ann was preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Nadine Sykes; brothers, Jerry and Johnny Sykes....