Obituaries

Woodrow Wilson Jolly, Jr.

Woodrow Wilson Jolly, Jr.

Nov 22, 2023

Mr. Woodrow Wilson Jolly, Jr. 90, of Mebane, NC passed away on November 22, 2023. Born in Durham Co. NC, he was the son of the late Woodrow Wilson Jolly, Sr. and Virginia Brooks Temple. Woodrow had a special love for buying and restoring old Oldsmobiles especially the 442’s. For over 20 years, he was involved in the drag...

Ronnie Lee Leonard

Ronnie Lee Leonard

Nov 20, 2023

Mr. Ronnie Lee Leonard 65, of Haw River, NC passed away on November 20, 2023, at his residence. Ronnie was born on October 25, 1958, in Randolph Co. NC, to the late Robert Ray Leonard and his mother, Blanche Catherine Ector Lipscomb, who survives. Ronnie was a picker and a jokester, doing or saying anything to put a smile...

Maria Lurdes Teixeira

Maria Lurdes Teixeira

Nov 20, 2023

Maria Lurdes Teixeira, 68, of Mebane passed away Monday, November 20, 2023 at her residence. Maria was born in Lisbon, Portugal to Alvaro Carreira and Georgina Carreira Teixeira. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Maria worked as a Technical Specialist and Leader in the Cut and Sewn Industry.

Maria is survived by her husband,...

Bonnie Sue Langley Foust

Bonnie Sue Langley Foust

Nov 18, 2023

Click here to watch the livestream for Bonnie Foust Bonnie Sue Langley Foust, 65, passed away at home on November 18, 2023.  She was the daughter of the late Daniel Herbert and Ethel Burke Langley. Bonnie graduated from Cummings High School and ACC.  She worked 45 years in nursing and was known as “The Baby Whisperer” in the Neonatal...

Wendy Karen (Allred)  Handy

Wendy Karen (Allred) Handy

Nov 16, 2023

Wendy Karen Allred Handy, 50, of Mebane passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023 at her residence. Wendy was born in Alamance County . She worked as a waitress and was a member of Lebanon United Methodist Church.

Wendy is survived by her mother, Linda Ball Allred. Her children, Brandon Handy and Brittany Handy, Grandchildren, Franklin Kenion, Jr....

Ella Mae Rainey King

Ella Mae Rainey King

Nov 15, 2023

Ella Mae Rainey King, 80, passed away on Wednesday November 15, 2023 at the Hospice Home in Burlington.  She was the daughter of the late C.V. and Iva Rainey. Ella was active and faithful to her church, Tabernacle Baptist in Mebane until her health prevented her from attending.  She loved to cook and was the manager of the cafeteria...

Johnny Max Batten

Johnny Max Batten

Nov 14, 2023

Mr. Johnny Max Batten, 87, of Graham, NC, passed away on November 14, 2023. He was the son of the late Ralph Batten and Pearl Woodard Batten. Mr. Batten will be remembered as a man’s man, his hard-working nature and loving demeanor left an impression on anyone who knew him. He was the family hero; God broke the mold...

Walter Oliver Fonville Ii

Walter Oliver Fonville Ii

Nov 14, 2023

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“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11

Dr. Walter O. Fonville, II “Wally” went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, November...

John Calvin "Jc" Nicks, Jr.

John Calvin "Jc" Nicks, Jr.

Nov 13, 2023

Mr. John Calvin “JC” Nicks Jr. 88, of Mebane, NC, passed away on November 13, 2023 at the Alamance Regional Medical Center in Burlington. A native of Alamance Co. NC, he was the son of the late John Calvin Sr. and Ruth Oakley Nicks and the husband of the late Jo Alice Stanfield Nicks. JC retired in 1998 from...

Susan Princelle Daniels Swift

Susan Princelle Daniels Swift

Nov 11, 2023

Susan Princelle Daniels Swift passed away on November 11, 2023, at Duke University Hospital. She was born on December 29, 1940 in Maywood, IL to her parents; Marjorie and Richard Daniels. She had five siblings. Sue has joined the oldest, Pat and the youngest, Dick, as well as her parents, in Heaven, and she he is survived by her...

Linda Kay (Phillips)  Stokes

Linda Kay (Phillips) Stokes

Nov 11, 2023

Click here to view the livestream for Linda Stokes Mrs. Linda Kay Phillips Stokes 70, of Mebane, NC passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at the Hospice Home of Burlington. A native of Hillsborough NC, she was the daughter of the late William Homer Phillips and Geraldine Wilson Phillips. Linda was a caretaker at heart as she looked...

Servando Ramirez Silva

Servando Ramirez Silva

Nov 10, 2023

Servando Ramirez Silva, 26, passed away suddenly on Friday November 10, 2023. He was the son of Santiago Ramirez Bartolo and Beatriz Silva Serrato. Other than his parents he is survived by his wife, Rosa Nunez and their children, Andrew , Santiago , and Violeta Ramirez Nunez. The family will receive friends on  Thursday November 16th from 6-9pm. The...

April Michelle Grady

April Michelle Grady

Nov 10, 2023

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April Michelle Grady 44, of Efland, passed away on November 10, 2023 at Duke University Medical Center. She was born on March 12, 1979 in Durham Co. NC to the late Bobby Grady and her mother, Donna Sorrell Snipes, who survives. April loved everybody and showed nothing...

Cynthia Moore Shelton

Cynthia Moore Shelton

Nov 8, 2023

Cynthia Moore Shelton, 66, of Graham, North Carolina, passed peacefully in their arms of her daughter and sister in law on November 8, 2023. Born on March 14, 1957, in Alamance County, Cynthia was a hard worker, and good friend to many who paths she crossed. She had a love for the beach, music, had a great smile, a...

Ralph Thomas Pyrtle

Ralph Thomas Pyrtle

Nov 6, 2023

Mr. Ralph Thomas Pyrtle, 91, of Graham, NC, passed away on November 6, 2023, at his residence after a year and a half of failing health. A native of Alamance Co. NC, he was the son of the late Thomas Byron Pyrtle and Mary Poe Pyrtle. Ralph retired with 30 years of service from Burlington Industries, retiring as a...

Stuart Donald Golding

Stuart Donald Golding

Nov 4, 2023

Stuart Donald Golding, 52, passed away on November 4, 2023 at Mose’s Cone in Greensboro.  He was the son of the late Neville and Bridget Golding.  Stuart enjoyed the outdoors, he loved to ski, surf and build things.  He is survived by his wife, Tina; son, Ethan; sister, Claire; brother, Christopher and wife, Elizabeth; sister in-law, Rose and a...

Judy Morris Arnette

Judy Morris Arnette

Nov 2, 2023

Judy Morris Arnette, 70, of Mebane passed away on Thursday, November 2nd, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Maggie Morris, and wife of the late Harold Arnette. She was a graduate of Eastern Alamance High School and retired from Honda Power Equipment after many dedicated years where she made many lasting friendships.

She...

Wanda Carol Derush

Wanda Carol Derush

Nov 2, 2023

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Mother and Grandmother, Wanda Carol DeRush. She had a deep love for adventure and had a gypsy heart. She found serenity in the majesty of mountains and the tranquility of the open sea. Her passion for exploration led her to countless memorable cruises and mountain journeys, where she...

Janice Oliver Meyer

Janice Oliver Meyer

Oct 26, 2023

Mrs. Janice Oliver Meyer 85, of Burlington, NC, passed away on October 26, 2023, at her residence. A native of Johnston Co. NC, she was the daughter of the late Paul Z.Oliver and Ruby Collins Kimrey. Janice enjoyed reading and collecting her jewelry which she would never leave the house without her rings on. She had a special love...

Elmo Phelix Cobb

Elmo Phelix Cobb

Oct 23, 2023

Elmo Cobb, 95 of Snow Camp, left us to join his wife, Shirley, in Heaven on their 74th anniversary, October 23rd, 2023.

Born in 1928 in Caswell County, he was raised in Glencoe. His early life was shaped by the Great depression and World War II.  Elmo was the third child of Ali Cobb and Jenny Lee...