Obituaries
Edwin Lee Love
Apr 24, 2026
On April 24, 2026, Edwin lee Love of Burlington, NC passed away at 80 years after a longtime illness. Born to Ed S. Love and Lalon Love on October 31, 1945. He is survived by a sister, Becky Brasloff and many nieces and nephews. In our hearts, he will always stay.
James "Jimmy" Erven Davis Jr.
Apr 23, 2026
James Erven Davis Jr., known affectionately as Jimmy, passed away on April 23, 2026, at his residence in Burlington, North Carolina, one day shy of his 71st birthday. He was born on April 25, 1955, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, dedication to his work, and a quiet strength that touched all who knew him. Jimmy...
Terry Millard Dixon
Apr 22, 2026
Terry Millard Dixon, 71, of Graham, North Carolina, passed away on April 22, 2026.
Terry was born and raised in Saxapahaw, North Carolina. He lived a full life and walked to the beat of his own drum. If you met Terry once, you never forgot him. In his early years, he worked in the food industry and quickly learned from several...
Trudy Harris Lemons
Apr 20, 2026
Trudy Harris Lemons 67 of Burlington, passed away on April 20, 2026, at her residence in Alamance County, North Carolina. Born on January 18, 1959, in Alamance County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Alvis D. Harris and Anna Tucker Harris. Trudy lived her life with warmth, kindness, and a generous spirit that touched everyone who knew...
Ethel Williamson
Apr 19, 2026
Ethel "Diane" Williamson passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026 at Twin Lakes in Burlington.
She was the daughter of the late Palmer Newcomer, Sr. and Annie Marie Hutchens Newcomer, and the devoted wife of the late John Williamson, Sr. Ethel lived a full life of love, laughter and adventure. She was a wonderful sister, an amazing mother, a loving grandmother/great-grandmother,...
Norman Craig Davis
Apr 19, 2026
Norman Craig Davis, who passed away on April 19, 2026, was a man defined by his craftsmanship, devotion to family, and steady presence in the lives of those who knew him.
Born to the late Samuel Branch Davis and Margaret Pendergraft Davis, Craig carried forward the values of hard work and integrity throughout his life. He was an expert carpenter, known...
Irene Lewis Shields
Apr 14, 2026
Irene Lewis Shields 100, of Mebane passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at the Authora Care Collective Hospice Care in Burlington. Irene was born in Alamance County to Edward “Ed” Lewis and Nanny Westbrooks Lewis both deceased. She was the wife of the late Philip Shields. Irene was a retired sewer in textiles.
Irene was a strong willed woman who loved...
Judy Carol Lee
Apr 14, 2026
Judy Carol Lee, 77, of Burlington, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Born in Guilford County, Judy was raised on a farm where she developed an appreciation for simple living and hard work. A true country girl at heart, Judy carried a gentle spirit that touched everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her husband, Richard Lee; and her...
Lisa Breeden Merrill
Apr 14, 2026
Lisa Breeden Merrill, 61, of Yanceyville, NC, born on December 14, 1964, in Knox Co. TN, passed away on April 14, 2026, at UNC Hospital Hillsborough. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend whose life was marked by kindness, strength, and a deep devotion to the people she loved. Lisa was a loving and caring person...
Hilda Sykes
Apr 13, 2026
Hilda Elmore Sykes, 91, of Efland, NC passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 13, 2026. She leaves behind two daughters Brenda McCants (Larry), Linda Poythress(Randall), six grandchildren, six great grandchildren, one brother (Jimmy Elmore), two sisters (Carolyn Mize and Joan Cecil), nieces and nephews. Hilda was predeceased by her husband Alexander Sykes, parents (Eva and Henry Elmore),...
Shelby Benson
Apr 5, 2026
Shelby Benson, 86, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 5 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and cherished memories. Born on May 21, 1939, to the late Akers and Alma Hankins, Shelby lived a full and meaningful life devoted to her family, her passions, and her community.
Shelby found great joy...
Mark Steven Robinson
Apr 4, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mark Steven Robinson, who left this world on April 4, 2026, at the age of 67. Mark was a devoted stepfather, a cherished brother, a proud grandfather—affectionately known as “Pop Pop”—and a beloved member of a large and loving family.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Barbra Robinson, as...
George Edwyn Whitehead
Apr 1, 2026
George Edwyn (Ed) Whitehead, 81, passed away on April 1, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Tarboro, NC, he grew up in Whitakers, NC and was the son of the late Samuel Lyman Whitehead and Katherine Marks Whitehead.
Ed worked in the premium finance industry for over 40 years and retired from Imperial PFS. Outside of...
Sharon Elgin
Mar 30, 2026
Sharon Dean Ellington Elgin, 78, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side. Sharon was born on January 3, 1948, in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and grew up in Burlington, North Carolina, where she graduated from Williams High School. She later attended Elon University, beginning a lifelong pattern of curiosity, creativity, and dedication to the people around her.Over...
Joel Terrell
Mar 30, 2026
Joel Shepherd Terrell, 57 passed away in Raleigh, NC on March 30, 2026. Born in Burlington, NC, Joel was the child of J.C. (Janet) Scott and Don Moose. Born and raised in Graham, Joel currently resided in Raleigh. Joel graduated from Graham High School and attended NC State University. Throughout the years, Joel maintained friendships with his childhood and college...
Steven Richard Cates
Mar 30, 2026
Steven Richard Cates, beloved son of the late Richard and Mary Cates, passed away on March 30, 2026. He spent his life working in food service and retired from Liberty Commons in Burlington, NC.
Steven was a devoted fan of North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball, rarely missing a game and always cheering them on with passion. He also had a deep...
Bobby Allen Conner
Mar 30, 2026
Bobby Allen Conner, 85, of Graham, NC was welcomed into heaven on March 30, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 28, 1940, in Person County, North Carolina, Bobby was the son of the late Wardell Linnie Conner and Annie Bertha Briggs Conner. He shared 58 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Edith Wilson...
Pamela "Sue" Jenkins Herring
Mar 29, 2026
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Pamela Sue Jenkins Herring, 77, of Graham, known lovingly as Sue, passed away on March 29,2026, in Alamance County, North Carolina.
Sue was born on May 7, 1948, in Alamance County, North Carolina, and she spent her life rooted in the community she called home. She was a woman of steady character,...
Frances Darlene Hess
Mar 29, 2026
Frances Darlene Hess passed away, leaving behind a lifetime of love, family, and cherished memories.
She was the daughter of the late Joseph Parker Sr. and Molean Parker, and was also preceded in death by her brothers, Joey Parker and Johnny Parker.
Darlene is survived by her husband, Richard, who stood by her side with love and companionship. She was a proud...
Billy "Bill" Allen Kirby Jr.
Mar 28, 2026
Billy “Bill” Allen Kirby Jr., 77, of Prospect Hill went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 28, 2026. He was born on July 30, 1948, to the late Billy and Dorine Kirby. Bill spent his life working as a tobacco farmer and as a rural mail carrier part time in Efland where he worked for 20 years.
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