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Junius Herritage Koonce
Jul 30, 2025
Junius Herritage "J.H." Koonce, 72, passed away unexpectedly on July 30, 2025. He was born in Edgecombe County on August 13, 1952, and later relocated to Nash County.
Visitation will be at 2:30pm on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at William and Mary Hart Presbyterian Church in Leggett, NC. Funeral following at 4:00pm at William and Mary Hart...
Thaddeus "Rudolph" Wallace
Jul 23, 2025
Thaddeus "Rudolph" Wallace, 89, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
Visitation will be at 1:00 - 2:00 PM on Friday, July 25, 2025 at Carlisle Funeral Home with the Funeral service to follow at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Carlisle Funeral Home with Rev. Stephen Duncan officiating the service. Burial will follow at Macclesfield Cemetery....
William "Ricky" England
Jul 21, 2025
William "Ricky" England, age 70, of Hopewell, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 2, 1955, to the late William and Audrey England, Ricky lived a life full of dedication, laughter, and deep love for those around him. He began his career as a third-shift maintenance mechanic at...
Patricia ("Pat") Ruffin
Jul 17, 2025
Pat Ruffin, 90, passed away on July 17, 2025 in Richmond, VA where she was a longtime resident. She was the devoted daughter of John Robert Carpenter and Elise Taylor Carpenter of Tarboro, NC who preceded her in death. She was a supportive sister to Virginia and niece Sharon, who preceded her in death.
Pat graduated from...
Major Earl Vick
Jul 17, 2025
Major Earl Vick, 73, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025.
Visitation will be 7:00 – 9:00pm Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Carlisle Funeral Home.
Earl was preceded in death by his parents, Major Junior and Fannie Louise Vick; and sister, Margaret L. Vick.
He is survived by his brothers, Billy Ray Vick...
Bobby Ray Edmondson
Jul 16, 2025
Bobby Ray Edmondson, 88, passed away on July 16,2025 at ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital, surrounded by his beloved family.
He was born on January 19, 1937, in Edgecombe County, N. C. Bobby was a devoted husband to his best friend, Charlotte and a loving father to his pride and joy, his daughter Kim. He was her biggest...
Larry Robert Webb, Sr
Jul 16, 2025
Mr. Larry Robert Webb Sr. passed away peacefully at his home on July 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Edgecombe County on December 9, 1949. Larry worked on Jack Winslow Farms for most of his adult life. Over the years he made many friends through work and in the community. He was always willing...
John Timothy "Tim" Rhodes
Jul 15, 2025
In Memory of John Timothy "Tim" Rhodes
July 25, 1960 – July 15, 2025
John Timothy Rhodes, age 64, passed away unexpectedly on July 15, 2025, leaving behind a love of gospel and bluegrass music and a lifetime passion for electrical work.
Born on July 25, 1960, John was known for his strong...
Kayla Harrell Davis
Jul 13, 2025
Kayla Harrell Davis, 38, of Macclesfield, NC passed away on July 13, 2025, in her sleep at her mom's house in Fountain, NC.
Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 pm on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Carlisle Funeral Home. Funeral service will be at 3:00pm on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at New Life of Rocky Mount, NC....
Bobby Ray Sessoms
Jul 13, 2025
Bobby Ray Sessoms, 85, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
Visitation will be 10:00 – 11:00 am on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Carlisle Funeral Home. Burial will follow at 11:30am in Macclesfield City Cemetery with James Owens officiating the service.
Bobby was a part of the Lewis Community Fire Department for many years...
Carol (Jones) Autry
Jul 13, 2025
Carol Jones Autry passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and deep commitment to family, education, and community.
A proud graduate of Norlina High School, Class of 1961, Carol was a vibrant student leader. She was a talented pianist, cheerleader, varsity basketball player, and active member of the Glee Club....
Peggy W. Peaden
Jul 12, 2025
Peggy W. Peaden, 89, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Visitation will be 10:00 – 11:00am on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Carlisle Funeral Home with the funeral service following at 11:00am in the Chapel with Rev. Stephen Duncan officiating the service. Burial will follow at Macclesfield Cemetery.
Peggy, affectionately known as "Red," was...
Joyce (Williamson) Hathaway
Jul 9, 2025
Linda Joyce Williamson Hathaway, 79, beloved wife, mama, grandma, great grandma, daughter, aunt, and sister departed this life to be with her Lord and Savior on July 9, 2025. She loved the Lord, her family, her fur baby Mellie, her church, and her friends. She will be greatly missed by many.
She was preceded in death by...
Ambrose "Tripp" Lloyd Owens, Iii
Jul 4, 2025
Ambrose Lloyd "Tripp" Owens III died unexpectedly on July 4, 2025, doing something he truly loved—operating his CW HAM radio in a Parks on the Air (POTA) Park activation in Harnett County.
Born in Wilson on June 10, 1968, to Candis Bailey and Ambrose Lloyd Owens, Jr., and moving only weeks later to Tarboro, Tripp was well...
Miranda (Proctor) Bridgers
Jun 28, 2025
Miranda (Randy) Proctor Bridgers, 88, of Tarboro, passed away peacefully June 28th, 2025.
Randy was born in Edgecombe County on January 29, 1937 to Edward and Elizabeth Proctor.
She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Jeff (Sherry) of Tarboro, her sisters Diane Millwood (Waycross, Georgia) and Linda Morgan (Tarboro), six grandchildren, Chase Bridgers, Nick...
Charles Brandon Woolard
Jun 25, 2025
With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Charles Brandon Woolard of Tarboro, North Carolina, who left this world far too soon on June 25, 2025, at the age of 39.
Brandon was a devoted husband, a proud father, a fiercely loyal friend, and the joyful heart of his family. His quick wit, boundless kindness, and deep...
Wilma Jane (Mccarver) Sanderson
Jun 20, 2025
Wilma Jane Sanderson of Pinetops, NC passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025. She was surrounded by her sons, daughters in law, granddaughters and friends. She is survived by her husband Earl Sanderson; son EC Sanderson and wife Heather; son Bruce Sanderson and wife Linda; son Ronnie Sanderson; grandchildren Brendan, Jennifer, Jeff, Miranda, Lindsay, Reece, Jessica, Bethany and Ryan;...
Rochelle (Whaley) Cobb
Jun 16, 2025
Rochelle Whaley Cobb, born on January 9, 1940, and died June 16, 2025.
Visitation will be Saturday, June 28, 2025 from 1:00 - 2:00pm at Pinetops Presbyterian Church with the funeral service following at 2:00pm. Burial will follow the service at Pineview Cemetery, Pinetops, NC.
She was born in Edgecombe County, daughter, of the late...
Linda Gale Benson
Jun 9, 2025
Linda Gale Benson, 68, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025.
Linda was deeply loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Linda touched the lives of many with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering love. She was the heart and soul of her family, always offering support, encouragement, and a listening ear. Her unwavering...
Emma Sue (Hagans) Webb
Jun 9, 2025
Emma Sue Webb born June 9, 1945, passed into the arms of her savior on her 80th birthday, June 9, 2025. Her twin brother, Walter Hagans, held her hand as she passed, with her family also by her side.
Visitation will be held at 3:00 PM in the fellowship hall of Pinetops Baptist Church. The funeral, officiated...

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