Jan 28, 2024

Mary Francis Mazie, age 85 of Tarboro, passed away peacefully on Sunday,  January 28, 2024 in her home with family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde Ed Bagwell and Matilda Bagwell;  husband, James Johnston;  husband, Ed Smith and husband Walter Mazie.

She is survived by her daughter, Melissa J. Hyman (Garry) of...

Jan 27, 2024

Katherine Spencer Walston Rochelle, 75, passed away Saturday, January 27, 2024.

Funeral service will be held Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 2:00pm at Carlisle Funeral Home with Pastor Dusty Sprouse officiating.

Katherine was proceeded in death by her husband, Curtis Allen Rochelle; her parents, George and Lillian Walston; her sisters, Susie James, Margaret Vick, Annie...

Jan 26, 2024

Christopher "Wade" Morris, 22, passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Carlisle Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Macclesfield Cemetery.

Wade was an easy-going, fun-loving person. He loved and adored his friends and family. He would give the shirt off his back...

Jan 22, 2024

Connie Connor, 77, of Tarboro, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, January 22, 2024.  She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 25th from 7:00 - 9:00pm at Carlisle Funeral home followed by a Memorial Service on Friday, January 26th at 2:00 pm.

Jan 19, 2024

Mr. Wilson F. Hale age 85 of Tarboro passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family

A complete obituary will be posted shortly

Jan 19, 2024

Mr. Wilson Frank Hale, age 85 of Tarboro, NC, departed from this earth to his Heavenly home on January 19th, 2024. He was surrounded by his loving family at home.

He was born in Scotland Neck on September 12th, 1938, and joined the Navy in 1956. After completing his service, he lived in Portsmouth VA before moving...

Jan 19, 2024

Daisy Marie Strickland was born on October 3, 1934 in Edgecombe county to Johnnie and Addie Batts.

Visitation will be at 1:00 - 2:00 PM on Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Carlisle Funeral Home.

She was preceded in death by her husband James Strickland, son in law Dale Smith and multiple siblings.

She...

Jan 18, 2024

Alexander Aaron Atkinson III, 60, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024.

Alexander was preceded in death by his father, A.A. Atkinson II, and his brother, Mark Peter.

He is survived by his daughter, Beth Hamm and her husband Gary; 5 grandchildren, Makayla Atkinson, Rylee Hamm, Tyson Hamm, Nash Hamm, and Kenzie Hamm; his mother,...

Jan 15, 2024

Edgar Benjamin "Ben" Gammons Jr., 79, passed away on January 15, 2024, in Tarboro, NC. He was born on April 10 1944, in Smithfield, NC. Ben is survived by his son Edgar Benjamin Gammons III of Conetoe, NC, his daughter, Laura Eileen Gammons of New Bern, NC, his brother David Hood Gammons (Debbie) of Tarboro, NC, and his life...

Jan 14, 2024

Mitzi Ann Foster, 84, passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024.

Visitation will be at 9:00 – 10:00 AM on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Carlisle Funeral Home.

Mitzi was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Richard Foster; daughter, Wendy Waters; her parents, Elmer Long and Vivian Olin; and 3 siblings.

Jan 13, 2024

John Morgan passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

His daughters will be hosting a reception to honor his memory at First Baptist Church Tarboro in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.

There will be light refreshments, and the dress code is casual dress.

Jan 9, 2024

DeAnna Ruth Ellis, 54, went to be with the Lord on January 9, 2024.

DeAnna was born on January 6, 1970 to JB and Peggy Ellis of Tarboro. She was a beloved daughter, sister, and aunt.

She is survived by her father, JB; sister, Johnica Ellis Kiser (Scott); her nephews who brought her such joy,...

Jan 6, 2024

Mrs. Helen Darlene Lynn, age 69 of Rocky Mount, passed away on January 6, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents Raymond Brown and Helen Whitehurst, brother Sonny Brown, and sister Carolyn "Shug" Merritt.

She is survived by her husband and devoted caregiver Ronald Earl Lynn, who she shared her life with for...

Jan 6, 2024

Jo Ann Bottoms, 77, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, January 6, 2024.

Jo Ann was a true angel on Earth, and a loving mother, Nana, sister, and aunt. She was also a devoted Christian and loved the Lord.

Memorial service will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Brentwood...

Jan 5, 2024

Cathy Johnson Foster, 69, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5, 2024.

Cathy was preceded in death by her parents, Douglas Johnson and Elizabeth Holland; and her brother, Rudolph "Rudy" Johnson.

She is survived by her husband, David Foster; her daughter, Kassia Michelle Harron (John); grandchildren, Ridley, Thomas, and Jude; and stepdaughter, Sara Hunt.

Jan 5, 2024

Mary Haynes Allred, 77, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, James Franklin Haynes and Evelyn Andrews; and brother, James Franklin Haynes Jr.

She is survived by her husband, Henry Ewing Allred; children, Franklin Crowell Allred, Andrews Haynes Allred, and Mary Macrae Gardner (Doug Gardner); grandchildren, Ava...

Dec 29, 2023

Lawrence Walter Wells, 55, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023 at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville.

Lawrence was survived by his mother , Olivia D. Wells; brothers Tony L. Wells (Amy), Ashton L. Wells, Jr. (Kim), and Philip R. Wells; Nieces; April Jones (Dexter), Jessica Wells (Mike), Brittany Kearns (Michael), Laura Brewer (Josh) Jayne, Jayce,...

Dec 28, 2023

Richard P. Basile passed away at the age of 77 in his home in Tarboro on December 28, 2023 surrounded by his loving wife.

Rick lived a life of service to his family, community, and students. He began his 30-year career in law enforcement as a patrolman in Albany, New York and retired as the Police Chief...

Dec 27, 2023

Ronnie Allen "Rocky" Bunn II, age 60, of Elm City, NC, left his earthly home Wednesday, December 27, 2023, 15 days after his 60th birthday.

He was born into our lives December 12, 1963. As he grew, he lived up to his nickname walking at eight and a half months, curious about everything. Protective of all that...

Dec 27, 2023

Lena Ann Wilson, 87, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023.

She was born in Edgecombe County on November 2, 1936 to Robert Matthews and Ida Newsome Melton.

She is preceded in death by 2 children, Ann W. Turner and Richard E. Wilson Jr.; and 4 siblings, Peggy Jean Griffin, Margaret Newsome, Joseph (JR Boy)...