Obituaries
Mary Jean Knighten
Jan 23, 2026
Mary Jean Knighten, 69 of Burlington passwd away on January 23, 2026. She was a native of Guilford County, Retired from Gold Toe Hosiery. She is the daughter of the late Donald Perry & Aileen Glascoe Hines and was married to the late Roger Wayne Knighten.
She is survived by her son, Wayne Knighten and wife Brandy; several nieces and nephews...
Debra "Debbie" Marie Smith Robinson
Jan 23, 2026
Debra “Debbie” Marie Smith Robinson, 45, of Burlington, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, January 23, 2026. Debbie was born in Berks County, Pennsylvania, to Dennis and Beverly Davis Smith. She was a woman of deep faith, strong character, and boundless love. Debbie was a proud graduate of Averett University, where she earned her master’s...
John Campbell
Jan 21, 2026
John Campbell of Saxonburg, Pennsylvania was born on 9/13/1938 in Sewickley, PA. He graduated from Ambridge High School. John attended Geneva College and became a piping designer. He worked for Salvucci Engineers in Pittsburgh and General Dynamic Electric Boat working on nuclear submarines in Groton, Connecticut. He was in the Army Reserves.
He loved watching Pittsburgh sports- Steelers, Pirates, Penguins and...
Michael Lea Blaylock
Jan 21, 2026
Michael Lea Blaylock, 78, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. He was the son of the late Lea Davis and Muriel Stevens Blaylock.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sisters, Debbie Ingle (Kenneth), Janice Gurbacki (Gerry) and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11am in the McClure Funeral Chapel...
Opal Lamb Wood
Jan 20, 2026
Opal Lamb Wood, 92, of Haw River, NC, peacefully passed away in her birthplace of Alamance County, North Carolina, on January 20, 2026. Born on January 2, 1934, Opal's life was a rich tapestry of love, dedication, and service to her family. Throughout her life, Opal embraced her role as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She leaves behind...
John Frank Edwards Jr.
Jan 19, 2026
John Frank "Ed" Edwards, Jr., age 72, passed away on January 19, 2026, at Compass Healthcare and Rehab in Mebane, North Carolina.
He was born in Burlington, North Carolina, on January 1, 1954, to Frank and Betty Edwards. In his younger years, John lived in several places, including Wayne, Michigan; Georgia; Texas; and Virginia Beach, Virginia, before returning to Burlington, where...
Ann Wilson Cunniff
Jan 17, 2026
Ann Wilson Cunniff entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was a devoted follower of Christ, a loving mother, proud Gran, and a dear friend. Ann’s life was marked by love, service, and kindness, and her presence was truly a gift to everyone who knew her.
Her faith was the foundation of her life, and she found comfort in...
Kathleen Timperman
Jan 17, 2026
Kathleen Mary (McCormack) Timperman of Mebane, NC, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on Saturday, January 17th, 2026.
Kathy was predeceased by her beloved husband, Herman “Pete” Timperman, her parents, William and Florence McCormack, and five of her siblings, David, William, John, Loretta, and James. Kathy is survived by her stepchildren, Peter Timperman and Thomas Timperman and their families;...
Steven Conklin Flint
Jan 16, 2026
Steven Conklin Flint, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, in Alamance Co., North Carolina, the same place where his story began on August 2, 1952. His life was a testament to the love and dedication he had for his family and community, and his presence will be deeply missed by all who...
Betty Powell Smith
Jan 15, 2026
Betty P. Smith, 96, of Liberty passed away January 15, 2026 at the Hospice Home in Burlington. She was born May 17, 1929 in Person County, a homemaker and a member of Baynes Baptist Church. She resided most of her life on Prospect Church Road in Caswell County before moving to Alamance County nine years ago to live with her...
Timothy Vance Allen
Jan 13, 2026
Timothy Vance Allen, affectionately known as Tim to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, in his hometown of Alamance Co., North Carolina. Born on May 7, 1959, to the late William Vance Allen Jr. and Ruth Apple Allen, Tim's life was one of unwavering kindness, generosity, and love for those around him. Tim grew up...
Lee Anner Rimmer
Jan 13, 2026
Lee Anner Rimmer, 92, of Cedar Grove, passed away on January 13, 2026. She was a native of Caswell County and was employed by Western Electric before retiring from A.O. Smith. She was a faithful member of Five Forks Baptist Church.
She was the daughter of the late Daniel Carr and Lessie Hamlet Fuqua and the wife of the late William...
Theodore P. Amick Jr.
Jan 11, 2026
Theodore P. Amick Jr., known to his close friends as "Bear", passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 76. He was born on March 4, 1949, in Alamance County, North Carolina, to Theodore P. Amick Sr. and Sarah Keck Amick. After completing his education, he answered the call to service his country by joining the United States...
Patricia Ann Mann Horner
Jan 8, 2026
Patricia Ann Mann Horner, affectionately known as Pat and Nanny to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, in her birthplace of Alamance Co., North Carolina. Born on May 29, 1945, to Charlie Andrew Mann and Ruby Moore Mann, Pat's life was a testament to the love and care she so generously gave to others. Pat's...
Mary "Jackie" Spivey
Jan 8, 2026
Mary Jacqueline Spivey, known as Jackie to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, at the age of 75. Born on September 4, 1950, to the late Mary and Jack Spivey, Jackie's life was marked by her unwavering kindness, her brilliant mind, and her boundless love for those around her. She was a beacon of light...
Mickey Gordon Elmore
Jan 6, 2026
Mickey(Mick) Gordon Elmore, age 70, of Efland, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on January 6, 2026. Mick was born on August 20, 1955, in Alamance County to the late Henry Gordon Elmore and Lois Walker Elmore. He spent his life rooted in the values he learned growing up—hard work, kindness, and faith.
He was the devoted husband...
Brady Wayne Woods Sr.
Jan 1, 2026
Mr. Brady Wayne Woods Sr. 78, of Greensboro, NC passed away on January 1, 2026. Services will be held at a later date.
Judith Evelyn Clary
Dec 31, 2025
Judith Evelyn Hancock Clary, 81, of Burlington passed away December 31, 2025. She was a native of Mecklenburg County, retired from AT&T and Nokia and was a member of Graham Presbyterian Church. She is the daughter of the late John David & Lucille Wethington Hancock and is the wife of the late Bennie Clary.She is survived by her son, David...
Evelyn Irene Walters
Dec 31, 2025
Evelyn Irene Royster Walters, 97, of Mebane, went to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 31. She was born in Alamance County to the late Joseph Fleet Royster and Lula Hayes Royster. Evelyn was married to the love of her life, Bernard B. Walters, for 40 years.
She was a graduate of Mebane...
Milly Hanby Smith
Dec 31, 2025
Milly Hanby Smith, 82, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at her residence in Mebane, North Carolina. Born on November 23, 1943, in Birmingham, Alabama, to Richard Dewitt Hanby and Elizabeth Pointer Hanby, Milly's life was a testament to the power of kindness and the enduring strength of family bonds. Milly's journey through...
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