May 10, 2024

Janice Cooke Ward, age 89 of Tarboro passed away Friday, May 10, 2024 in the Spring Arbor Nursing Center, Rocky Mount, NC.

Janice was preceded in death by her father and mother, Perry Vann and Elender Mitchell Cooke. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Retired Tarboro Police Chief Ernest Ward.

She is...

May 10, 2024

Mary Lou Simpkins, 74 of Tarboro, NC passed away on Friday May 10th at ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital.

Mary Lou dedicated her life to being a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother to which she enjoyed. She enjoyed laughing, spending time with loved ones. Her favorite thing of all was her beloved Tigger and to crack jokes...

May 9, 2024

*Update the Celebration of Life will be at 1:00 PM on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Carlisle Funeral Home.

Linda Carole Bray, 73, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 09, 2024.

Linda was born August 04, 1950, to John and Louise Otey. She is preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Arthur F Bray,...

May 5, 2024

John Robert Kirkland, 71, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024.

John was preceded in death by his father and mother, John and Lillian Kirkland.

He is survived by his sibling, Walter Kirkland (Judy), George Kirkland (Tommi), and Ann Kirkland Coats; several nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews who he loves and adored.

Apr 28, 2024

Norfleet Lane "Fleet" Sugg, age 99, passed away on April 28, 2024. He was born in Pinetops NC on June 29, 1924 to the late George T Sugg and Helen Bullock Sugg.  He was proceeded in death by his wife, Eva Tolson Sugg, a brother Dr. Woodrow B. Sugg and half-sisters Jean Gains and Cora Chellis.

Fleet...

Apr 25, 2024

George Alben Eason of Macclesfield, age 85, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 25, 2024surrounded by his family.

Born July 16, 1938 to the late George G. and Edna Eason, George attended South Edgecombe High School and N.C. State University obtaining his degree in Civil Engineering. After marrying his grammar school...

Apr 15, 2024

Stephen Leigh Stokes, 72, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024, surrounded by family.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Carlisle Funeral Home with Rev. Sunny Simpson officiating the service. Burial will follow at Cedarwood Cemetery in Roanoke Rapids, NC.

Stephen was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, and...

Apr 14, 2024

Mr. Amilcar Antonio Madry-Castro of Tarboro, passed away at home on Sunday April 14, 2024.

Visitation will be Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Carlisle Funeral Home from 3:00 - 5:00 PM.

Born and raised in Tarboro, he was known by all who loved him as "Bubba". He enjoyed cutting grass, trees and most importantly fishing...

Apr 10, 2024

Celia Bulluck Allsbrook, 93, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Somerset Court of Rocky Mount. She was born on December 1, 1930, in Nash County, NC.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" Allsbrook; her son, William "Will" Allsbrook Jr.; and her sister, Marcia Ezzelle.

She is...

Apr 9, 2024

Mr. Julian Earl Williams, of Tarboro, passed away at the age of 65 on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

Born in Edgecombe county in 1958, he was known by many as "Earl". Earl spent his younger days as a painter. He loved his grandchildren, along with all sports, especially UNC, and spending time at the Tar River.

Apr 8, 2024

Bettie Ann Leggett Godfrey, 88, of Morehead City, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024, at Pruitt Health Crystal Coast Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Beaufort.

A graveside service to honor Bettie's life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 13th at Greenwood Cemetery in Tarboro, NC, officiated by The Rev. Dr. John B....

Apr 8, 2024

Ms. Laura Mae Gay, of Pinetops, passed away on April 8, 2024 at Tarboro Edgecombe Health and Rehabilitation.

Laura  is preceded in death by her father and mother, Joseph Gay and Mary Francis Bailey Gay Edwards;  her sister, Louise Armstrong, and brother, Joseph "Bud" Gay.

Laura is survived by her sister, Ruby Webb of Pinetops,...

Apr 7, 2024

Betty Jean Rogister Walston, 77, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024.

Betty was a beloved wife, mother, nana, and friend. She retired from Edgecombe County Schools after serving 20 years in food services and as a bus driver.   She was an amazing mother to her children and "loved on" all the children in her school system.  ...

Apr 4, 2024

Opal Faye Roberson Ross, at the age of 93, transitioned from this life to her Heavenly Home on Thursday, April 4th, 2024.

Memorial service will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 13,2024 at Carlisle Funeral Home Chapel. After the service, the family will be having fellowship and lunch at St. James United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall...

Apr 2, 2024

Jerry Elizabeth Whitley Bobbitt age 78 of Blounts Creek, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 with family by her side from complications caused by endocarditis.

A graveside service in remembrance of Jerry's life will be held at 12:00 pm on Friday, April 05 at Pineview Cemetery in Rocky Mounty (761 E. Raleigh Boulevard) with Pastor Roy...

Apr 1, 2024

Charlton Bryan Hill passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024.

Graveside service will be at 2:00 PM on Monday, April 8, 2024 at Edgecombe Memorial Park Mausoleum.

Bryan was born on July 5, 1967, in Craven County, to the late Floyd Earl Hill, Jr. and Eleanor Pat Clark.

In addition to his father,...

Mar 27, 2024

Dianne Summerlin Greene, 75 of Greenville, NC passed away on March 27th, 2024. Born in Duplin County to Beulah & Haywood Summerlin on July 4th, 1948. She was the oldest of five children.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Carlisle Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Edgecombe Memorial Park Mausoleum....

Mar 24, 2024

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael Lynch, who gently left this world on March 24, 2024.

Born on September 3, 1955, Michael, though fondly known as Newt, was a remarkable individual whose presence enriched the lives of many. His warm spirit and unwavering resilience will forever inspire those who were fortunate...

Mar 21, 2024

Robert Oscar Edmondson, Jr was born on June 7, 1933 in Edgecombe County to Robert Oscar Edmondson, Sr and Lena Alford Edmondson.  He was the oldest of six children, big brother to Martha, Bill, Faye, Jean and Sue.

He served in the US Army and met Esther Edmondson on a blind date in New Bern.  They married...

Mar 19, 2024

William Brandon Morris passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.

Brandon was a hard-working man who took pride in his work.  He was a highly skilled and naturally talented carpenter, who could be counted on if you needed something repaired or built from the ground up.  He could do it all.  He was always a very loving...