Obituaries

Jul 11, 2025

Miss Linda Carolyn Ball Allred, 78, of Mebane, NC, went home to be with the Lord on the morning of July 11, 2025, at UNC Chapel Hill hospital. She was surrounded by family and love at the time. She was born in Roxboro, NC, on January 19, 1947, and was raised by Johnny Bass Ball and Lila Chisenhall Ball.  ...

Jul 11, 2025

Jeffrey Lynn Roten, 52, went home to be with the Lord on July 11, 2025. He was a native of Alamance County, born on January 18, 1973, to Russell and Sally Roten. A devoted husband, loving father, and adoring Paw Paw, Jeffrey was a beacon of light to everyone who had the blessing of knowing him. Jeffrey attended Eastern...

Jul 7, 2025

In the early hours on the morning of July 7th, 2025, Jeffrey L. Bell passed away at the age of 61 after a year long battle with ALS. Born on May 7th, 1964 in Burlington, NC to James W. Bell Jr. (father) and Carolyn Gibson Bell (mother), Jeff Bell was a man who impacted the world in so many...

Jul 7, 2025

Mary Whitfield Andrews, 101, of Hillsborough, was called to her eternal resting place on July 7, 2025.  Born Mary Mable Whitfield on June 11, 1924, in Orange County, NC, she was the daughter of John Festus Whitfield and Swannie Hobby Whitfield.  Mary was raised in the White Cross community where she spent most of her time playing and working...

Jul 5, 2025

Betty Jean Neville Ornsbey, 89 of Burlington passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025.  She was a native of Orange County. She is the daughter of the late Maryland Glen & Tiney Ragan Neville and the wife of the late Leo Ornsbey. She was also preceeded in death by her sisters, Glenda Copeland, Agnes Rigsbee and Debbie Paschal. She...

Jul 2, 2025

William Franklin Tate Jr, Bill, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, July 2, 2025, at the age of 91. Bill was born in Cedar Grove, North Carolina, to Frank and Maggie (Pritchett) Tate. He was the older of two children and grew up surrounded by aunts, uncles, and cousins on the Tate family farm.

After graduating from...

Jul 2, 2025

Shirley Ragle, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on August 28, 1936, to the late John and Rosa Stadler, Shirley's life was a testament to the power of kindness, faith, and family.

Shirley's journey through life was shared with her devoted husband of 57 years, Rev. John Ragle. Together, they...

Jul 2, 2025

Mr. Gregory Claine “Greg” Williams, 78, of Graham, NC, passed away on Wednesday, July 02, 2025, after a year long battle of failing health. He was born in Union County, NC on October 30, 1946, to Brady and Mattie Williams. Gregory graduated from ECU and went on to work in finance after college, retiring from Citi Financial. He will...

Jul 1, 2025

Waylon Ray McPherson, lovingly known as “WayWay”, was a beacon of joy and love to all who knew him. Born on January 11, 2023, to Trinity Michelle Christopher and Isaac Stephen McPherson, Waylon's infectious smile and boundless enthusiasm for life made a lasting impression on everyone he met. His journey on this earth came to a peaceful end at...

Jul 1, 2025

Wilbur McFarland Faucette Jr.

January 7, 1960- July 1, 2025

Wilbur McFarland Faucette Jr., (Willie) of Mebane, North Carolina, passed away on July 1, 2025. He was born and raised in Burlington, NC and throughout his life he was extremely creative and unapologetically unique.

With a strong personality and a whimsical heart, he...

Jul 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Linda Byrd Horn

Linda Byrd Horn, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, leaving behind a legacy etched in the hearts of her family and friends.

Her legacy lives on through her family who adored her deeply – she leaves behind Steve Horn, her devoted husband for the past 57 years;...

Jun 30, 2025

Fred Junior Maness, 94, of Graham, NC, passed away on June 30, 2025. Born in Moore County, NC, Fred went from a dirt farmer plowing with a mule to a staff level engineer for IBM. He traveled all around the world with many adventures but loved his family and friends and his larger than life adventures in North Carolina...

Jun 30, 2025

Shelia Hughes Hagood, affectionately known as Bonnie by those who knew her best, passed away peacefully at her residence on June 30, 2025. Born on December 2, 1954, in Alamance County, NC, Bonnie's life was a testament to her unwavering faith, her dedication to her family. Bonnie's journey through life was marked by her compassionate spirit and her enduring...

Jun 28, 2025

Elizabeth Ora Catoe McGowan, 72, of Burlington, NC left us peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.

Born on November 15, 1952, Elizabeth was a woman of unwavering spirit , determination and resilience. She had a zest for life, enjoyed music, dancing and often had a Dr. Pepper and a bologna...

Jun 26, 2025

Mrs. Louise Mabel Thompson Blalock, 90, of Mebane, NC, passed away on Thursday, June 26th, 2025, at her home. She was born on October 14th, 1934, in Caswell County, NC and was the daughter of David and Mariah Thompson.

She is preceded in death by her parents, David and Mariah Thompson; her son, Harold Blalock; four sisters,...

Jun 26, 2025

Juanita McKinney Braxton, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on December 11, 1929, to the late Stephen and Ruby Della Smith McKinney, Juanita's life was a testament to the power of faith, family, and friendship.

Juanita's journey began in a small town where she was the beloved sister to her...

Jun 23, 2025

Rev. Uston Radford McKenzie, Sr., 82, of Burlington passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 at Hospice House in Burlington. Uston was born in Dillon County, SC to Radford Howard McKenzie and Nellie Cottingham McKenzie both deceased. Uston was retired from Tower Hosiery Mill as a fixer and was a pastor for 49 years. He pastored Pilgrim Baptist Church for...

Jun 22, 2025

Benjamin Lee Allen, lovingly known as “Jamen”, of Youngsville, North Carolina, passed away in his home on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at the age of 33. Born on November 9, 1991, Jamen brought joy, laughter, and a competitive spirit into the lives of everyone who knew him. Jamen had a deep love for family and was a dedicated and...

Jun 18, 2025

Bruce Parker Roney 82 of Swepsonville passed away on Wednesday June 18 surrender by his family. Bruce was born March 25 1943 to Ed and Nina Roney. Surviving family members include his brother Van Roney (Ann), daughters Tammy Scott (Scotty) Tammy Madren (Gerald) great grandson Ayden , Cynthia “Candy” Ridgeway (Curtis) Ronald “Frosty” Bowers (Rhonda). Grandchildren and great grandchildren...

Jun 17, 2025

Arthur Carl Hartmann Jr.: A Life Lived with Quiet Strength and Deep Conviction

Arthur Carl Hartmann Jr., a man of profound intellect, unwavering discipline, and quiet generosity, passed away, leaving a legacy defined by his actions, passions, and an extraordinary commitment to self-improvement. Born on July 23, 1933, in Springfield, Illinois, Arthur's early life on his uncle's...