Obituaries

Johnny Warren Parker

Johnny Warren Parker

Dec 9, 2025

Johnny Warren Parker, passed away on December 9, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on March 6, 1962, to the late Joseph B. Parker Sr. and Carrie Molean Mann Parker, Johnny's life was one of dedication, joy, and spirited enthusiasm, which he shared generously with all who knew him. Johnny is survived by his daughter, Haley Parker of Nebraska....

Jay William Sykes "Pops"

Jay William Sykes "Pops"

Dec 7, 2025

Jay William Sykes, better known as Pops, age 75, passed away December 7, 2025 at Moses Cone in Greensboro after three years of failing health. He was a cherished husband, father, Paw-Paw, son, brother, uncle, and friend.

Jay’s life was full of dedication and joy. He shared 48 years with the love of his life, Donna Sykes. They had 3 beautiful...

Margaret Louise Woodworth

Margaret Louise Woodworth

Dec 7, 2025

Margaret Louise Holland Woodworth, 89, of Burlington passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025. A Native of Salamanca, NY, she worked at Bradners department store, later transitioning to a home health care aid. She was a very active member of Our Lady of Peace Roman Catholic Church in Salamanca, serving as an Eucharistic Minister for many years and a member...

Michelle Ray Clayton

Michelle Ray Clayton

Dec 5, 2025



Michelle Ray Clayton, 54, went to be with the Lord surrounded by her family at 10:07pm December 5th 2025 after battling a short sickness. She will be dearly missed by everyone. Michelle was born on June 1, 1971, in Alamance County, the daughter of Sylvia Elaine McGuire and James Bascomb Ray. She was known for the deep love she shared...

Richard Charles Doby

Richard Charles Doby

Dec 3, 2025

Richard Charles Doby 68, of Burlington and cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, at Alamance Regional Medical Center. Born on January 27, 1957, in Alamance Co., North Carolina, Richard's warm spirit and jovial nature touched the lives of all who knew him. Richard's life was one of dedication and joy. He shared...

Hershell William Pennington

Hershell William Pennington

Dec 2, 2025

Hershell William Pennington, a cherished pillar of his community and a beacon of love and strength to his family, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, in Orange County, North Carolina. Born on August 22, 1941, in Berkeley Co., West Virginia, Hershell's life was a testament to the enduring power of dedication and love. Hershell's journey through life was shared...

David Gregory Hargrove

David Gregory Hargrove

Dec 1, 2025

David Gregory Hargrove, 65, of Graham, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, in Stokes County, North Carolina. Born on January 2, 1960, in Davidson County, NC, David's life was a testament to his strength, kindness, and unwavering spirit. David's early years in Davidson County laid the foundation for a life full of love,...

Robert Alton Wilkinson III

Robert Alton Wilkinson III

Nov 29, 2025

Robert Alton "Al" Wilkinson III of Mebane passed away peacefully Saturday, November 29th at his residence. Al was born May 14th, 1957 in Charlotte, NC to Robert A. Wilkinson Jr and Nancy K Wilkinson, both deceased.

Al graduated from Eastern Alamance HS in 1975 and attended Lees- McRae College and NC State University. He was a true Wolfpack fan, much to...

Charles William "Bill" Ingold

Charles William "Bill" Ingold

Nov 28, 2025

Charles William “Bill” Ingold of Graham passed away Friday, November 28, 2025 at his residence. Bill was born in Guilford County to Charlie A. Ingold and Pearl B. Ingold both deceased.

Bill was a part of Swepsonville Service Station for 30 years, after that he went to work for NCDOT in Alamance County and retired with 25 years of service. Bill...

Carolyn Ann Oakley

Carolyn Ann Oakley

Nov 28, 2025

Carolyn Ann Oakley, 72, of Burlington, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025. She was born in Caswell County on December 27, 1952, to Eddie Lloyd and Catherine Thompson Lloyd. Carolyn was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, her greatest joy was her family. She poured her heart into her home, and her grandchildren were the light...

Thomas Eugene Allen II

Thomas Eugene Allen II

Nov 26, 2025

Thomas Eugene Allen II (Tommy), 56, of Mebane, NC, passed away on November 26, 2025. Born in Person County, NC, on January 14, 1969, to the late Thomas Eugene “Gene” Allen and Minnie Lee Allen who survives. Tommy is also survived by his most precious gift, his daughter, Shelley Allen, also known as Lou, and her fiancée, Dalton Hamm; his...

James William "Jim" Traughber Sr.

James William "Jim" Traughber Sr.

Nov 22, 2025

James "Jim" William Traughber Sr., 74, of Alamance County, North Carolina, passed away on November 22, 2025. Never one to sit still, he lived a full life right up to the end.

Born in Kern County, California, on April 29, 1951, to the late Lyn and Joan Traughber, Jim learned early on how to make his own way. He was a...

Brenda Sykes Cagle

Brenda Sykes Cagle

Nov 22, 2025

Brenda Sykes Cagle, affectionately known as Brenda to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025, in Alamance Co., North Carolina. Born on March 2, 1955, in Orange Co., NC, Brenda's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and the love she had for those around her. Brenda's journey began as the cherished daughter of Lynwood...

Pamela Cline Boggs

Pamela Cline Boggs

Nov 21, 2025

Pamela Cline Boggs, affectionately known as Pam to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, at the age of 71 in Caswell County, North Carolina. Born on February 12, 1954, in Alamance County, NC, Pam's life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and service, woven with the threads of her unwavering commitment to her family, friends,...

Jewel Wayne "Gerald" Duffey

Jewel Wayne "Gerald" Duffey

Nov 20, 2025

Jewel Wayne Duffey, affectionately known as Gerald to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at the age of 80 in Alamance Co., North Carolina. Born on July 13, 1945, in Halifax Co., Virginia, Gerald was a man of integrity, passion, and kindness, whose legacy will be cherished by all who knew him. Gerald's life was...

Richard Boone Lambert, Jr.

Richard Boone Lambert, Jr.

Nov 19, 2025

Richard Boone Lambert, Jr., 81 of Mebane passed away Wednesday November 21 at his residence. He was a native of Stanley County and Retired from Cone Mills in Haw River. He is the son of the late Richard Boone Lambert, Sr. and the Late Ruby Bowers Lambert. He was also preceded in death by brothers Gene and Wayne Lambert

He is...

John Kenneth Kimball

John Kenneth Kimball

Nov 16, 2025

Our man, John Kenneth Kimball, 79, of Durham passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. He is the son of the late William Watson and Mary Louise Kimball of Cole Mill Road, Durham. He was also preceded in death by a son, Alex Kimball and brother Terry Kimball.

Kenneth was a graduate of Northern High School and the Technical College of...

William "Bill" Disorbo

William "Bill" Disorbo

Nov 16, 2025

William "Bill" Disorbo, 69, of Burlington, NC, a cherished husband, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, at Moses Cone Hospital. Born on February 23, 1956, in Olean, NY, Bill's life was a testament to his unwavering spirit and dedication to his loved ones and country. Bill proudly served his nation as a Staff Sergeant in...

Harold Nall

Harold Nall

Nov 16, 2025

Harold Nall, beloved husband, father, Poppy, brother, teacher, and friend, entered his eternal rest surrounded by faith and family on Sunday, November 16th, 2025.

Born to Woodrow and Edna Nall, Harold grew up with a deep love of learning and a strong devotion to his family and faith. He was the first in his family to graduate from college, paving the...

Arthur Gordon Loy

Arthur Gordon Loy

Nov 13, 2025

Arthur ‘Gordon’ Loy passed away on November 13 at the age of 89. Gordon was born in Alamance County on March 20, 1936. He was predeceased by his parents, William Loftin Loy and Omie Hagood Loy, sisters Rachel Rumbley and Debbie Walter, and great-nephew Shawn Fralick.

He is survived by his sister, Brenda L Wilson, niece Lisa Henderson, and nephews Michael...