Obituaries

Carol Wicker Strickland

Carol Wicker Strickland

Jun 7, 2024

Carol Wicker Strickland 76, of Greensboro went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 7, 2024. Carol was born in Alamance County to Roy and Mary Greene Wicker both deceased.

She retired after 20+ years with LabCorp Quality Control in Burlington, NC. Carol was a people person and never met a stranger. She enjoyed painting...

Jennifer Heather Helms

Jennifer Heather Helms

Jun 7, 2024

Jennifer (Jenny) Heather Helms, 50, passed away on June 7, 2024, at Moses Cone Hospital.

Jenny was born in Lauderhill, Florida on April 1, 1974.  She grew up in Lauderhill and Miami, Florida; Danville and Louisville, Kentucky; and Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.  She was the oldest of four children and spent her childhood spreading her spirit and boundless energy...

William "Bill" Henry Mcbride

William "Bill" Henry Mcbride

Jun 7, 2024

Mr. William “Bill” Henry McBride 93, of Haw River, NC passed away on June 7, 2024, at Compass Healthcare and Rehab in the Hawfields Community. A native of Alamance Co. NC, he was the son of the late Burley Howard McBride and Lillian Maude Jones McBride and was the husband to his love, the late Judy Alcon McBride. Bill...

Carolyn Marie (Pore)  Jones

Carolyn Marie (Pore) Jones

Jun 4, 2024

Carolyn Pore Jones died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on June 4th at the age of 61. She fought a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer but always kept a smile on her face. Carolyn was born in Alamance county and resided in Mebane, NC her entire life. She worked for ITG Brands formerly known as Lorillard Tobacco. ...

Dr. Anna Morrow Bass

Dr. Anna Morrow Bass

Jun 2, 2024

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Dr. Anna Morrow Bass passed from this life on Sunday June 2, 2024 at the Alamance Regional Medical Center in Burlington, NC. She was surrounded with family and friends. Anna was born on May 25, 1933 and celebrated her 91st birthday on May 25, 2024. She...

Kina Evelyn (Watkins)  Blackwell

Kina Evelyn (Watkins) Blackwell

Jun 2, 2024

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Kina Evelyn Watkins Blackwell, 89, of Burlington, NC departed this world peacefully on June 2nd, 2024 at the Hospice Home of Burlington.  She was a native of Columbus Co., N.C., born to the late John and Mattie Watkins.  She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother,...

Nancy Braxton Lee

Nancy Braxton Lee

Jun 2, 2024

Nancy Braxton Lee, 82, of Mebane, NC passed away on June 2, 2024 at her residence. A native of Alamance Co. NC, she was the daughter of the late E.A. Braxton Jr. and Rae Boney Braxton and was the wife of 65 to her high school sweetheart, Larry Marvin Lee. Nancy practiced Psychology in New Mexico for 42 years...

Ruth Apple Allen

Ruth Apple Allen

Jun 2, 2024

Ruth Apple Allen, 88, of Burlington, passed away on Sunday June 2, 2024 at ARMC.   She was the daughter of the late Hester and Cordie Apple. She was a member of Maranatha Baptist Church and loved her church family.  Survivors include her son, Tim Allen of Graham; daughter, Pam Allen Abner of Burlington; grandchildren, Amy Miles, Jamie Hernandez, Ray...

Regina Mann

Regina Mann

May 29, 2024

Regina M. Mann (Lilly), age 69, of Graham, NC, formerly of Daniels, WV, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2024.

Dorothy Epperson Watts

Dorothy Epperson Watts

May 26, 2024

Dorothy “Dot” Epperson Watts, 84, of Mebane, NC, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, May 26, 2024.

Dot was a cherished wife and mother, finding joy in every moment spent with her beloved family. Dot was an excellent cook, and her home was a haven of laughter, warmth, and abundant love, always accompanied by delicious...

Bobbie Toney Hamby

Bobbie Toney Hamby

May 26, 2024

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Bobbie J. Hamby went to her heavenly home on May 26, 2024, at the Hospice Home in Burlington, North Carolina. A long-time resident of Graham, North Carolina, she leaves behind a rich legacy through her family and her faith.She is survived by her two sons, Bobby...

Harris Wade Sharpe

Harris Wade Sharpe

May 26, 2024

Harris Wade Sharpe, 88, died Sunday, May 26th, 2024.  Daughter of the late William Henry Wade and Jessie Harris Wade of Carr NC. Born July 14, 1935 in Carr, NC. Graduate of Aycock High School 1954. Married Victor (Vick) Sharpe of Efland in 1955. Surviving are her children, Tommy Sharpe (Suzie), Bob Sharpe and Ed Sharpe (Tamara) all of...

Jean Welch Andrews

Jean Welch Andrews

May 26, 2024

Mrs. Jean Welch Andrews, 91, of Graham, NC passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Roy Ambrose Welch and Minnie Whitsell Welch and the wife of 51 years to the love for her life, the late Max Dean Andrews. Jean loved all things in life, but her favorites were...

Douglas Spencer Rifenburgh Sr.

Douglas Spencer Rifenburgh Sr.

May 25, 2024

Mr. Douglas Spencer Rifenburgh Sr. 97, of Snow Camp, NC passed away on May 25, 2024. There will be no local services held.

Joan (Batton)  Fishel

Joan (Batton) Fishel

May 24, 2024

Joan Fishel of Clayton, NC passed away peacefully on May 24th, 2024, at UNC Johnston. She was 86 years of age. Joan was born on October 5th, 1937, and was a native of Danville, Virginia. She was the daughter of Ralph E. and Mary J. Batton, both deceased. She worked for 30 years as a Librarian for the Alamance-Burlington...

Shirley Cox Haith

Shirley Cox Haith

May 23, 2024

Shirley Cox Haith was born March 1, 1945 to Roy L. Cox and Ruby Lloyd Cox.  Shirley was a very kind, loving, and caring person.  She loved attending church and her church family.  She enjoyed traveling, working in her yard, whether it be planting flowers or growing a garden.  She loved animals of all kinds.  Shirley was preceded in...

Betty Jean Councilman Dickens

Betty Jean Councilman Dickens

May 23, 2024

Heaven gained a faithful, gentle soul on May 23, 2024.  She was a Christ follower, Wife, Mother, Mother in Law, Grandma, Great Grandma, Aunt, Sister, Sister-in-law, Friend.  She was a wonderful role model and champion of her family.  Mrs. Betty Jean Councilman Dickens, 91, of Burlington passed away peacefully, at home surrounded by family. A native of Alamance County....

Thomas Coy Garner, Jr.

Thomas Coy Garner, Jr.

May 20, 2024

Thomas Coy Garner, Jr., 80, of Burlington passed away Monday, May 20, 2024 at his residence. Thomas was born in Alamance County to Thomas Coy Garner, Sr. and Mozelle Glosson Garner, both deceased. Thomas was retired from Burlington Industries, and he attended Graham Church of God.

Thomas is survived by her children, James Kendall Garner and his...

Geraldine Self Wright

Geraldine Self Wright

May 19, 2024

Mrs. Geraldine Self Wright, 82, of Burlington, NC passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at Peak Resources in Graham. A native of Jefferson Co AL, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Oliver and Ionie Nibblette Self and is preceded in death by her brother, Dwight Self, and her husband of 61 years, Nelson Thomas Wright. Gerri...

Mackenzie Marie O'Daniel

Mackenzie Marie O'Daniel

May 18, 2024

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Ms. MacKenzie Marie O’Daniel, 15, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2024.  She was a loving daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and friend.  She will be remembered for her love of art and her creative personality.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Danielle Marie...