Jan 30, 2025

On the perfectly bright, clear, and sunny Thursday morning of January 30, 2025, Ronald Gilliard Ellis, Jr. departed his mortal life and entered the everlasting embrace of his Lord and Savior. Known simply as "Ronnie" to his family and incredible number of friends, the world has lost a man who was a true gift to all. To know Ronnie...

Jan 26, 2025

Willie J. "Pete" Braswell, 86, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025.

He is survived by his sisters, Lois Bullock, Margie Braswell, and Nancy Carr and husband Jimmy; brother, Phil Braswell and wife Catherine; as well as many nieces, great nieces, nephews, and great nephews.

Pete was a disabled veteran who served his country proudly....

Jan 26, 2025

Samuel "Sammy" Nash Summerlin, Jr., 70, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Sam & Goldie Summerlin; wife of nearly 30 years, Patsy Summerlin; father & mother in law, GC & Elizabeth Storms; sister in law, Debbie Morgan; brothers in law, Ronald Earl &...

Jan 24, 2025

Karen Melissa Floyd "Judy", 58, of Tarboro NC, was born on October 26, 1966, to the late Sarah Mae and Amos Peaden. Karen was a loving and devoted mother and nanna. She loved her children, grandchildren and most of all her beloved Dumbo. Karen worked at Mayo Knitting Mill for 19 years as a mechanic. She has worked all...

Jan 23, 2025

Phillip Davis Keeter, 80, passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025.

Visitation will be 1:00 – 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Carlisle Funeral Home with the funeral service following at 2:00PM in the Chapel. Burial will follow at Edgecombe Memorial Park.

Phillip was a loving husband and brother, but he was also...

Jan 18, 2025

Michael Eugene Peaden, 36, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025.  Michael was born on June 26, 1988, to Eugene Peaden and Betty Brown.  Michael attended North Edgecombe High School.  He was the highlight of many people's lives, known to crack a joke and a smile at every situation, good or bad.  Michael didn't know a stranger.  He made...

Jan 15, 2025

The battle is over, the victory is won.

Louise Jefferson Stallings, age 98 of Crisp, NC, went to meet her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 15, 2025.

Visitation will be 1:00 to 2:00 pm on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at Carlisle Funeral Home in Tarboro.  The funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm...

Jan 15, 2025

Cecil Lawrence Braddy, sadly left our world on January 15th, 2025 at the age of 71 in Greenville, North Carolina. Cecil was born on October 12th, 1953 in Scotland Neck, NC. He was a devoted truck driver for more than 40 years and he enjoyed every minute of it. Cecil was a dedicated, hardworking, and loving individual who always...

Jan 11, 2025

James Elverton (Jim) Brett, Jr.

Coach Jim Brett of Emerald Isle, NC, went to be with his Lord and Savior, on Saturday, January 11, 2025.  He passed away peacefully at Carolina East Medical Center with his wife and daughter by his side.

Jim grew up in Ahoskie and graduated from Ahoskie High School in 1963...

Jan 11, 2025

Alton Thomas Strickland, age 86, went to his new home on January 11, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be 11:00 - 12:00 PM on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Webbs Chapel Church the funeral service will follow at 12:00PM with Rev. Stephen Duncan officiating the service. Alton was born in Wilson County on April 16,...

Jan 9, 2025

Miss Lisa Marie Parker, age 44, passed on January 9, 2025, from complications of Muscular Dystrophy.

Lisa was born on March 2, 1980, in the midst of the NC blizzard, the first child of Kenneth Parker and Deborah Jones Parker in Washington, NC.

In addition to her parents, Lisa was preceded in death by a...

Jan 8, 2025

Kimberly Ann Rawls, age 51 of Tarboro passed away at ECU Health Medical center on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.

Kim enjoyed reading books and writing. She graduated from ECU with a degree in history. She also enjoyed being her mother's caregiver.

Kim was preceded in death by her grandparents Marie and David Earl Rawls.

Jan 8, 2025

Ronnie Rogers, 80, of Tarboro, NC, passed away on January 8th, 2025 peacefully in his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Ronnie, affectionately known as Buck, was born on November 19th, 1944 to Helene Rogers Haddock in Hobgood, NC.

In 1958, Ronnie met Gwen in Scotland Neck through mutual friends. Gwen and Ronnie would go...

Jan 6, 2025

Virginia Cherry Williams, 81, lovingly surrounded by her family, entered her eternal home on January 6, 2025. Born on April 25, 1943, she grew up on the Cherry Family Farm on Bulluck School Road, where her roots ran deep, and her character was shaped by hard work, faith, and love for family.

Visitation will be held at...

Jan 4, 2025

ANNIE (LITTLE BIT) HADDOCK, passed away, peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, January 4, 2025.

Visitation will be at 2:00pm on Monday, January 20, 2025 at Carlisle Funeral Home.

She is survived by her three children, Cindy Hayes-Cascioli, Randy Griffin, Sherry Bullard, three grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren.

She was the last surviving...

Jan 4, 2025

Mary Katherine Cummings, 54, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025.

She is survived by her husband, John Michael Cummings, Jr. of Macclesfield, NC; daughter Nikki Bradshaw (David) of Nashville, NC; sisters-in-law, Emily Caroline Slate of Western, NC, Arlene Webb Jackson, and Ashley Grant Jackson both of Greenville, NC; sister, Lisa Marie Rawls Collins (Cliff) of Land...

Dec 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bryan Phillip Davis on December 28, 2024, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever be in our hearts.

Bryan was born in Lubbock, Texas, and raised in Spring Hope, North Carolina. He is...

Dec 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our beloved mother, grandmother, and friend. Grace Bland was the most giving person anyone could have ever known. Always putting others before herself, she would have gladly given you the shirt off her back, no questions asked. Her love knew no bounds, and she made sure everyone around her...

Dec 19, 2024

Nancy Marie Twiddy Boykin, 71, passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024.

A celebration of life will be held at 5:00 PM on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Sunset Church of God.

Nancy always loved to be around her children and grandchildren. Sitting around her kitchen table, baking cookies, and telling old family stories was...

Dec 17, 2024

Shirley Joann (Nelson) Hockensmith Gainey widow of James Gainey went to join Jesus on December 17, 2024.

Shirley was the daughter of the late John Miller Nelson and Charlotte (Hockley) Sowers and stepfather the late Robert Sowers all from Mt. Holly Springs, PA.  Shirley was born June 26, 1939, and was first married to Wayne L. Hockensmith,...