Obituaries

Henry Dale Barnwell

Henry Dale Barnwell

Jul 30, 2026

Henry Dale Barnwell was born on January 16, 1939. He passed away on July 30, 2026, at White Oak Manor, Burlington, North Carolina. Dale was preceded in death by his father and mother, Anderson Hall and Kate Roney Barnwell, his brother, James Mason Barnwell and his sister-in-law, Kathleen Elizabeth Barnwell. He is survived by niece Kathy Barnwell Wilkins (George) and...

William "Keith" Stewart

William "Keith" Stewart

Jul 30, 2026

William Keith "Kebo" Stewart, 55, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Born on January 28, 1971, Keith was the son of Jesse William Stewart and Ella Godwin-Hudgins of Burlington. He was a devoted husband, father, Pawpaw, son, brother, uncle, and friend whose larger-than-life personality left an unforgettable impression on everyone he met.

If you knew Keith, you...

Larry Curl

Larry Curl

Jul 26, 2026

Larry Curl, 78, of Graham, passed away on July 26, 2026 at AuthoraCare Hospice in Burlington. He was the son of the late Boyd and Evelyn Curl. He served our country in the US Navy during Vietnam.

Larry leaves behind two sisters, Kathy Mullis and Barbara Curl. A graveside service will be held on Thursday at 2pm at Center Global Methodist...

Elsie King Horner

Elsie King Horner

Jul 26, 2026

Elsie King Horner, 94, of Mebane, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Born in Alamance County, she was the daughter of the late Giles and Bessie Crawford. Elsie found joy in life's simple pleasures. She loved crocheting, and she enjoyed watching the birds from her home. Above all, she cherished her family and was a devoted mother, grandmother,...

Helen Long

Helen Long

Jul 25, 2026

Helen Frances Pendergraph Long, 89, passed away on July 25, 2026 at AuthoraCare Hospice in Burlington. She was the daughter of the late Miron and Sarah Pendergraph. She loved working puzzles and going to the beach and dancing at The Moose Lodge with her late husband, Billy.

Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Bobby Long (Mitzi), Tommy Long (Donna),...

Charles David "Buddy" Deese

Charles David "Buddy" Deese

Jul 24, 2026

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Charles David “Buddy” Deese was born September 9, 1954 and deceased on Friday, July 24, 2026. His parents were Margaret Pearson Deese Payne (Tom) and Crawford Cleveland Deese. He was the baby brother to Barbara West (Bruce) and Kaye Kenn (Henry). He is survived by his daughter Chelsea Deese...

Donald Len Nelson

Donald Len Nelson

Jul 20, 2026

Donald Len Nelson, 79, of Garner, passed away on July 20, 2026 at Rex Hospital in Raleigh.  Arrangements are incomplete with McClure Funeral Service in Graham.

Peggy Vincent Bradburn

Peggy Vincent Bradburn

Jul 20, 2026

Peggy Vincent Bradburn, born on January 21, 1931, passed away on July 20, 2026, at her home in Graham.

She was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose gentle spirit touched the lives of many.

Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Bradburn. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Gayther and Alberta Vincent, as well as...

Gary Millsap Sr.

Gary Millsap Sr.

Jul 19, 2026

Gary Wayne Millsap Sr., 72, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, son and friend whose kindness, strength, honesty, loyalty and love for life left a lasting mark on everyone who knew him.

Gary is survived by his beloved wife, Jessie Anne Millsap, his sister, Tammy...

Beverly Ann Garred Bailey

Beverly Ann Garred Bailey

Jul 17, 2026

Beverly Ann Garred Bailey, 78, of Graham, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, surrounded by the comfort of her family.

Born on May 31, 1948, in Jackson, Michigan, Beverly lived a life marked by devotion, resilience, and a deep love for her family. She was known for her fiery spirit—passionate, strong-willed, and full of life—and for the way...

Nadine Adams Bowden

Nadine Adams Bowden

Jul 15, 2026

Nadine Adams Bowden, of Chapel Hill, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of July 15, 2026 with her son by her side. She was 93 years old and in the loving care of Coble Creek Healthcare at Twin Lakes Community in Burlington, NC.

She is survived by her son, Mike (Debbie) Bowden of Chapel Hill; grandsons Steve (Darby) Bowden of Bluffton,...

Ruben "RJ" James Hickman

Ruben "RJ" James Hickman

Jul 13, 2026

Ruben "RJ" James Hickman, 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Durham VA Health Care System surrounded by his family. Born in Lee County, North Carolina, RJ was the son of the late Ruben Reed and Dollie Holder Hickman. He proudly served his country in the United States Army before beginning a long career with IND Tool,...

Gloria "Glo" Realini

Gloria "Glo" Realini

Jul 13, 2026

Gloria "Glo" Realini, 78, of Burlington, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 13, 2026. Born in Alamance County, Gloria was the beloved daughter of the late Jack and Evelyn "Pete" Terrell.

She dedicated 27 years of service to the Alamance County Sheriff's Office, where she worked as a valued member of the administrative and clerical...

Patricia Ann King

Patricia Ann King

Jul 11, 2026

Patricia Ann Woodard King, 79, of Burlington, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 11, 2026. Born in Cherry Valley, Arkansas, she was the daughter of the late Graham and Mary Alice Woodard. Patricia was a loving, kind, and God-fearing woman whose beautiful soul touched the lives of everyone she met. She had a remarkable gift for...

Jerry Gaylon Carmichael

Jerry Gaylon Carmichael

Jul 10, 2026

Jerry Gaylon Carmichael, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on July 30, 1936, Jerry’s long and meaningful life was marked by deep devotion to his family and the countless lives he touched with his kindness and strength of character. He was deeply devoted to his faith,...

Jesse Gilbert Swift III

Jesse Gilbert Swift III

Jul 8, 2026

Jesse Gilbert Swift III, 88 yrs, of Hillsborough, NC passed away on July 8, 2026. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, and his presence will be deeply missed.

Born in Cambridge, MA on August 9, 1937, Gil loved to tell stories of his time at Trinity Camp in New Hampshire, playing ball with his dog Scamp, and social mischief...

Bonnie Barnes McKamey

Bonnie Barnes McKamey

Jul 2, 2026

Bonnie Barnes McKamey, age 77, of Graham, North Carolina, passed away on July 2, 2026, in the county where she was born and spent her life surrounded by the people and places she loved. Born on December 3, 1948, in Alamance Co. NC, she was the daughter of Charlie and Sallie Barnes. Bonnie carried with her throughout her life the...

David Michael Woolever

David Michael Woolever

Jul 1, 2026

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David Michael Woolever, 55, went to be with the Lord suddenly and unexpectedly on July 1, 2026, at his home in Aurora, Colorado.

David was born on May 28, 1971, in Frederick, Maryland. He was raised in Ravenswood, West Virginia, where he attended local schools and graduated from Ravenswood High School in...

Crystal Dawn Chatman Berry

Crystal Dawn Chatman Berry

Jun 30, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Crystal Chatman Berry, who peacefully passed away on June 30, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.Born on March 26, 1956, in Alamance County, Crystal was a knitter by trade and took great pride in her work and the ability to provide for her family. She had a fun loving...

Willie Thomasson

Willie Thomasson

Jun 29, 2026

Willie George Thomasson, 82, went home to be with his parents, brothers, sister and his Lord and Savior on June 29, 2026

Willie was a native of Orange County and was the son of the late Lucy Williams Thomasson and Dana Ersell Thomasson. In addition to his mother and father, he also was preceded in death by his brothers James Thomasson...