David Allen Smith
Jul 13, 2026
David Allen Smith, 63, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Bordeaux Smith; mother, Betty Jean Smith; and father, James Allen Smith.
David is survived by his 2 brothers, Ronald Lee Smith (Shirley) of Pinetops and John Smith of Chocowinity along with his caregiver Danny Ashby; stepsons, Allen and Eddie Bordeaux; and niece,...
Henry Edward Long
Jul 12, 2026
Henry Edward Long, 78, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at home.
Henry was born in Hobgood, NC, on February 25, 1948, to the late Allen L. Long and Addie R. Long. During his life, he served in the US Army during the Vietnam War.
Henry’s father passed on carpentry skills to all his sons. Those skills were not only used...
Judy Renee Wadsworth
Jul 9, 2026
Judy Renee Wadsworth, 59, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Maxine; brother, Curtis; and sister, Tammy.
Judy is survived by her brother, Robert of Elm City; 2 nieces, Samantha of Macclesfield and Heather of Elm City; 2 nephews, Steven of Crisp and Brandon of Battleboro; 2 great nieces, Alleeah and Annie...
Katherine Marks Nowell
Jul 1, 2026
Katherine Marks Nowell, 89, of Tarboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026 after a brief illness. Born on February 20, 1937, in Morehead City, she spent her life woven into the fabric of Eastern North Carolina, later calling Conway, SC, New Bern, NC and Laurinburg, NC home before settling in Tarboro in the early 1970s.
Naturally shy in...
Faye Dixon Guill
Jun 26, 2026
Faye Dixon Guill passed away on Friday, June 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Faye ran Cotton’s Grill for 44 years and loved all her customers like family. She was generous with her time, helping friends by taking them to their appointments and taking care of them. She was a loving mother, grandmother, wife and sister, and a dedicated member...
Teresa Ann Hollis
Jun 25, 2026
Teresa Ann (England) Hollis, lovingly known to family and friends as “Terri,” 64, of Tarboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, June 25, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on July 20, 1961, in Hopewell, Virginia, to the late Elam England and Clarice England, Terri lived a life centered on faith, family, and the simple joys...
Elisha Michael Singell
Jun 22, 2026
Elisha Michael Singell, 33, of Fountain, North Carolina, passed away on June 22, 2026, in Everett, Washington.
Elisha spent the last decade doing exactly what he was built for - working on fishing and crabbing boats in Washington and Alaska, and he was exceptionally good at it! From the grueling king crab season, to halibut fishing on smaller vessels, he earned...
Laura Lynn Armstrong
Jun 19, 2026
Laura Lynn Armstrong, 74, passed away on June 19, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. Born October 25, 1951, Laura began her life in the Midwest before moving to North Carolina. Laura was a graduate of Tarboro High School and found her calling as one of Edgecombe County's first class of paramedics, where she poured herself into caring for others...
Roger Dail Jefferson Sr.
Jun 16, 2026
Roger Dail Jefferson, Sr. departed this earthly life on June 16, 2026, following a brief illness, and entered his heavenly home, where his faith long assured him, he would one day dwell. Born on April 14, 1943, to Raymond and Thelma Jefferson, he was preceded in death by his parents; all of his siblings, Marie Jefferson McKeel, Marion Jefferson Dilda,...
Lillian Scott Ellrod
Jun 12, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lillian Scott Ellrod, who left this world on June 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving daughters.
Lillian was born on May 22, 1933, in McColl, South Carolina. She was loving, gracious, and a joy to everyone who knew her. she was preceded in death by the love of her life,...
Curtis Allen Clemons
Jun 12, 2026
Curtis Clemons, 69, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026.
Visitation will be 12:00 – 2:00 PM on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Carlisle Funeral Home the funeral service at 2:00 PM.
Curtis found great joy in the simple pleasures of life. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing, and he enjoyed the freedom of riding motorcycles and horses...
Charles David Hales
Jun 11, 2026
Charles “Chuck” David Hales, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, passed away in June 2026.
Chuck was known by all for his wonderful sense of humor and his exceptional skills as a welder. He had a deep passion for cars and was happiest when he was out on the water, finding peace and joy in the great outdoors.
Chuck was preceded...
Ben Carl Stroud
Jun 10, 2026
Ben Carl Stroud, 83, passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
Memorial service will be at 4:00pm at Bethel Pentecostal Holiness Church on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Ben was a devoted, longtime member of Bethel Pentecostal Holiness Church. He dedicated 19 years of service to Thurston Motor Company before continuing his career with Avery Trucking Company, where he worked for 15 years...
Edith Gail Barfield Tucker
Jun 4, 2026
In loving memory of Edith Gail Barfield Tucker July 1, 1948 – June 4, 2026.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Edith Gail Barfield Tucker, who left this world on June 4, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on July 1, 1948, in Halifax County, Gail was a beacon of joy and warmth in the...
Ernestine Mosley Webb
May 22, 2026
Ernestine Mosley Webb, 88, went to her heavenly home on May 22, 2026. She passed away in her home while being faithfully cared for by her family and Gentiva Hospice Care.
Ernestine graduated from Farmville High School in the Class of 1955. She always looked forward to attending their class reunions and connecting with old friends. On any given Saturday, she...
James "Jim" Southerland Jr.
May 18, 2026
James “Jim” Bowden Southerland Jr
It is with profound sadness and broken hearts that we announce the passing of James “Jim” Bowden Southerland Jr., age 86, on May 18, 2026, in Tarboro. Just six days after the loss of his beloved wife of 58 years, Jackie Southerland, they simply could not bear to be without each other and are now reunited...
Jacqueline Dell Hawkins Southerland
May 12, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” Dell Hawkins Southerland
Jackie Southerland, age 89, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. With hearts full of both sorrow and gratitude, we celebrate the life of a beloved wife, mother, granny, sister, and friend whose love and strength shaped generations.
Born on August 30, 1936, in Rocky Mount, Jackie was the cherished daughter of...
Melvin Grant Tew
May 11, 2026
Melvin “Grant” Tew passed away at home on May 11, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. Grant was a resident of Washington, NC. He was born on April 20, 1946 in Tarboro, NC to Talmon Reldon Tew and Daphne Williamson Tew. His kind and precious parents both lived to be 92 years old.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00,...
Roy Franklin Lee
May 11, 2026
Roy Franklin Lee, 83, peacefully entered the arms of the Lord on May 11, 2026.
Born on December 25, 1942, in Edgecombe County. Roy was the son of Jimmie and Placid Lee. He dedicated 48 years of work to Glenoit Mills where he was an Electrician until he retired in 2005. He was preceded in death by his siblings Calvin Lee,...
Bobby Ray Coker
May 4, 2026
On Monday, May 4, 2026, at age 85, Bobby Ray Coker was called home by Jesus after a short few months of a courageous fight against heart failure. He was born on November 24, 1940 in Fountain, NC and was preceded in death by his mother and father, Joe and Cassie Mae Coker.
The family will receive friends and family on...
