Obituaries
Rigoberto Robles Diaz
Aug 12, 2023
Rigoberto Robles Diaz, born November 23, 1968, in Cutzamala De Pinzon, Gro. Mexico, passed away unexpectedly on August 12, 2023, and reunited with his sister, Obdulia Arroyo Diaz, brother, Rodolfo Robles Diaz and both his mother and father, Dominga Diaz Macedo and Amando Robles Burgos.
Rigo is survived by his children, Anna Maria Torres (Robles) and husband, Jesus Ramon...
Robert H. "Sunnie" Bulluck
Aug 12, 2023
Robert H. “Sunnie” Bulluck, 94 of Rocky Mount passed away Saturday. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday in Peoples Chapel FWB Church Cemetery, 6101 Stagecoach Road, Elm City. Rev. Michael Arthur will officiate.
The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6 – 8 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.
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Nan Vanderford Taylor Owens
Aug 12, 2023
Nan Taylor Owens, 82, of Wilson passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023, at Parkwood Village in Wilson.
Nan was born on January 7, 1941, in Robersonville to the late William Howard Vanderford and Gladys Taylor Vanderford. After graduating from Robersonville High School in 1959, she began her studies at Atlantic Christian College to become a schoolteacher. She married...
Elsie Mae Joyner
Aug 9, 2023
Elsie Mae Whitley Joyner, 94, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 9.
Elsie is survived by her brother, Henry Whitley; sister-in-law, Genda Hobson; grandchildren, Jay Hayes and Jordan Hayes; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Elsie was preceded in death her loving husband, Ray Joyner; daughter, Joy Vick Hayes; son,...
Edna Ruth Holloman Taylor
Aug 8, 2023
Edna Holloman Taylor went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 11, 2023 at 11:00 am at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson. Interment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park, 2800 Nash Street North, Wilson. Rev. Brian Tippett will officiate.
The family...
Julio Eberado Limon
Aug 6, 2023
Julio Eberado Limon, 28, passed away on Sunday, August 6. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 12 at 3:30 pm at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, August 12 from 1:30 pm to 3:15 pm at Joyner’s Funeral Home.
Julio is survived by his wife, Alondra Gonzales; children,...
Janice King Abrams
Aug 4, 2023
Janice King Abrams passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 12, 2023, at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Wilson. Rev. Rusty Russell will officiate.
The family will receive friends prior to the service Saturday afternoon from 12:30 - 1:45 p.m. at Joyner’s...
Jason Robert Aliff
Jul 31, 2023
With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of Jason Robert Aliff. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 10 at 12:00 pm at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, August 10 from 10:45 am to 11:45 am at Joyner’s Funeral Home.
Jason was the beloved son...
Marc Alan Kreitzer
Jul 30, 2023
Marc Alan Kreitzer, 76, of Kenly passed away on Sunday, July 30. Private services will be held at a later date.
Marc was an avid golfer who enjoyed his rounds at Wedgewood Public Golf Course. He was a valued member of Aeroglide as an Industrial Engineer until he retired. He also absolutely loved cutting his grass.
Marc is...
Sheila Kiefer Saunders
Jul 29, 2023
Sheila Ann Kiefer Saunders, 62, of Wilson passed away on Saturday, July 29. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 3 at 11:00 am at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson. Interment will immediately follow at Evergreen Memorial Park, 2800 Nash Street North, Wilson. Pastor Rusty Russell will officiate.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday evening,...
Larry Ray Shreffler
Jul 28, 2023
Larry Ray Shreffler 86 of Wilson passed away Friday, July 28, 2023. A committal service will be held at a later date in Pennsylvania.
Larry is survived by his wife, Dorothy Shreffler; daughters, Pam Cox and husband, Mark, and Sandy Hovis and husband, Mike; sons, Todd Shreffler and wife, Sherrie and Bob Shreffler; stepdaughter, Viva Hetzler; step-son,...
Joe Clim "J.C." Stallings
Jul 28, 2023
Joe Clim “J.C.” Stallings, 77 of Wilson passed away Friday. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Monday evening, July 31, 2023, at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson. Graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 1, 2023, in Evergreen Memorial Park, Wilson. Rev. Wayne Whitley will officate.
The family will receive friends Monday afternoon...
William Scott Nichols
Jul 26, 2023
William Scott Nichols, 73 of Sims passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Marsh Swamp Original Free Will Baptist Church, 6664 Rock Ridge School Road, Sims. Rev. Ray Wells will officiate.
Scott was a graduate of Rock Ridge High School, class of 1968, and Wilson...
Jon Larry Bridgers
Jul 25, 2023
Jon Larry Bridgers, 61, formerly of Wilson passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 25. Family will receive friends on Sunday, August 6 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.
Jon loved NASCAR, the beach and sports, especially golf. He was an avid Tarheel fan and had a passion for music. He...
Matthew Helfer, Sr.
Jul 23, 2023
Matthew Helfer, Sr. of Wilson passed away on Sunday, July 23. A private graveside service will be held for the family. Family will receive friends on Thursday, July 27 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.
Matthew is survived by his son, Matthew Helfer, Jr. of Wilson; Kaitlyn Tagney, mother...
Louise Howard Jordan Webb
Jul 23, 2023
Louise Howard Jordan Webb, 87, of Lucama passed away on Sunday, July 23. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 27 at 11:00 am at Upper Black Creek Church Cemetery. Pastor Gene DeWhitt and Reverend Jim Hare will officiate.
The family will receive friends immediately following the graveside service and other times at the home.
Louise...
Marvette Marie Foster
Jul 23, 2023
Marvette Marie Foster, 72, was born to Frank and Mildred Foster on October 22, 1950 in New Orleans, LA. Home schooled in Bay St. Louis, MS, she returned to New Orleans to join the special education class at St. Peter Claver Elementary School. She then attended the Crescent City School and the Strive Center Workshop, both in New Orleans, retiring...
Gary R. Burdette
Jul 22, 2023
Gary R. Burdette, 77 of Wilson passed away Saturday, July 22, 2023. Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 27, 2023 at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson. Pastor Josh Preskitt will officiate. Cremation will follow.
The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6 – 6:45 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road...
David Lewis O'Neal
Jul 18, 2023
David Lewis O’Neal, 55, passed away on Tuesday, July 18. A private service will be held for the family.
David is survived by his wife of 27 years, Bethany Bissett O’Neal; daughter, Ashley “Ash” O’Neal Edwards and husband, Jason Wright Edwards of Nashville; daughter, Candace O’Neal and partner, Shaune Daniel of Nashville; son, David Grey O’Neal and wife, Savannah...
Thomas Richard Watkins
Jul 17, 2023
Thomas Richard Watkins, 76, passed away on Monday, July 17. A private family service is planned at a later date.
Tom was well known for his stained glass and blacksmith works.
Thomas is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Pilar Watkins; granddaughter, Maya and great grandson, Jaxon of Douglasville, GA; son, Adam Victor Watkins and wife, Jessica, Granddaughter, Payton...