Obituaries

May 2, 2025

William Edward Rudder, known as Eddie to his friends and family, passed away on May 2, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on March 28, 1954, Eddie's life was characterized by his unwavering dedication to his loved ones, his passion for his work, and his love for the simple pleasures in life.

Eddie is survived by...

May 1, 2025

Frances was a lifetime resident of Alamance County. She was born on September 24, 1937 to George and Mamie Graves. She had a brother Wayne Graves who married Ruth Ann who became great a friend of Frances’s. Though they lost Wayne to a early death they stayed sisters through out life. Ruth Ann was by her bedside reading scriptures...

May 1, 2025

David Walker,  passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, on May 1, 2025, at the age of 56. Born on March 24, 1969, to the late Jimmie Walker Sr. and Mary Whitacre Walker.

David's spirit is carried on by his mother, Mary Whitacre Walker, who survives him. He was a beacon of strength and love for his...

Apr 30, 2025

Colleen Waltham, a beacon of warmth and joy, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on December 21, 1936, Colleen's life was a testament to her unwavering spirit and her capacity to touch the lives of those around her with her kindness and exuberance.

Colleen's journey began as the precious daughter...

Apr 28, 2025

Jerry Copeland, a cherished family man, avid outdoorsman, and dedicated fan of NASCAR Racing and Carolina Basketball, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on December 23, 1941, Jerry's life was marked by his unwavering work ethic, love for nature, and the joy he found in the simple pleasures of life.

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Apr 24, 2025

Jean Faye Kidd, also known as Mamaw, went to be with the Lord surrounded by family on April 24, 2025, at Authora Care (Hospice). Jean was born in Graham, NC to Earnest and Lillie Mae on August 17, 1940.

Jean was married to her childhood sweetheart, Jimmy Jackson Kidd for 65 years. Together they brought into this...

Apr 22, 2025

Jose Manuel Teixeira, 71, of Mebane passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at his residence. Jose was born in Azores, Portugal to Francisco Jose Teixeira and Evangelina da Costa Cordeiro, both deceased. He was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Jose worked as a Custom Cabinet Builder .

Jose is survived by his children, Victor Teixeira...

Apr 20, 2025

Sheran McAdams Hollowood, 72, died after a lengthy illness in the arms of her beloved daughter on one of her favorite days of the year, Easter Sunday. She was born in Burlington to Fletcher and Joyce McAdams and spent most of her life as a proud resident of Mebane, living with her family in the same house she grew...

Apr 20, 2025

Mrs. Rachel Kimball Ray 93, of Mebane, NC passed away on Easter Sunday April 20, 2025 at UNC Hospital, Chapel Hill. A native of Alamance Co. NC, she was the daughter of the late William Lawrence Kimball and Lucy Thompson Kimball. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend to all. She enjoyed quilting with...

Apr 19, 2025

Peggy Hayes, 77, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025.  She was the daughter of the late Paul Katcham and Kate Tipton Katcham Herlocker who survives.  Peggy loved the lord, spending time with her family, reading and gardening.  Those left to cherish her memory are her mother, daughters, Michelle Weatherman (Hal), Angie Jackson; sisters, Paula Davis (Stan), Elizabeth Wilson,...

Apr 19, 2025

Carol Martin Brown was called home to be with the Lord on April 19, 2025, just one week shy of her 63rd birthday. Born in Alamance County on April 26, 1962, Carol grew up in Mebane, North Carolina, surrounded by the love of her parents, Richard Carroll Martin and Rona Mae Martin, and her sister, Debra Sue Martin Smith....

Apr 17, 2025

Julliette “Julie” Amash Church passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, April 17th, 2025, at 4:20pm surrounded by love and grace. Born on December 30, 1954 in Augusta Victoria Hospital in Jerusalem. Julie was the beloved daughter of Joseph Jiries Amash and Genevieve Kahoush.

Julie lived a life rooted in quiet faith, deep devotion to her family, and...

Apr 15, 2025

Rebecca Forbis, 91, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Pinehurst.  She was the daughter of the late Ira and Mary Ruth Coleman.  Those left to cherish her memory, are her son, Billy Forbis and his wife Theresa; grandchildren, Luke Forbis and his wife Court, Matt Forbis; great grandchildren, Rilan and Roby, and her...

Apr 13, 2025

Judith Lunsford-Atkins, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on November 6, 1940, Judith's life was a tapestry of devotion to her family, a passion for the simple pleasures in life, and an unwavering spirit of joy that touched all who knew her.

Judith's legacy is lovingly carried on by her...

Apr 13, 2025

Mr. Victor Lee “Vic” Teer 65, of Graham, NC passed away on April 13, 2025, at the Alamance Regional Medical Center in Burlington. A native of Alamance Co. NC, he was the son of the late Waylon and Linda Reagan Maness. Vic was known fer being a hard worker and a devoted father, son, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and...

Apr 11, 2025

Mom loved her mother who cared for her after losing her father at a young age. He was submariner in the late 1910s.

Mom loved her husband Don, her high school sweetheart, to whom she was married for 67 years.  They were devoted partners, supporting each other throughout their life together.

Mom loved her sons...

Apr 11, 2025

Clinton Lee Turner, 68, of Cedar Grove passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Duke University Medical Center. He was a native of Alamance County and retired from Piedmont Electric. He is the son of the late Donald and Edna Mae Romines Turner and the husband of Gillian Lynne Gentry-Turner who survives.

In addition to his...

Apr 8, 2025

Sandra Poole, 80, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, surrounded by her family.  She was the daughter of the late Pudd Odessus and Francis Andrews Young.  Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Bobby Poole; sons, David Poole (Tammy), Mark Poole (Crystal); grandchildren, Alana Poole and Jesilee Poole and a host of extended...

Apr 6, 2025

Walter “John” Louis Tatum, 85, of Prospect Hill, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 6, 2025. A native of Caswell County, he was the son of the late Clifton and Vertie Tatum. John retied from the North Carolina Department of Corrections where he worked as a Detention Officer. When he wasn't working, he found...

Apr 4, 2025

Julie Jane Yeknik Brindley of Woodbridge, VA went home to Jesus on April 4, 2025 at age 83.  Julie was born to Wayne and Dora Yeknik in Elkhart, Indiana.

Julie is preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Robert Yeknik.  Julie is survived by her brother, Matt Yeknik of Phoenix, AR and her children: David...