Obituaries
Roberta Ann Wolfe
May 21, 2025
Robert Ann Wolfe, 76, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, at Wilson Pines Nursing Home in North Carolina. Roberta was raised by her loving grandparents, James and Lois Wolfe after her mother passed at a young age. Roberta was proceeded in death by both her parents and grandparents. She is survived by her remaining cousin, Virginia Charlton.
Born in Ohio...
Ernestine Harrison Glover
Jun 2, 2025
Ernestine Harrison Glover, 88, of Bailey passed away Monday, June 2, 2025. A private graveside will be held with Rev. Charles Robl officiating.
The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6 – 8 p.m. at Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church, 6048 Mt. Pleasant Road, Bailey.
Ernestine was a faithful servant and a member of Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church. She was...
William "Billy" Mark Mercer
May 31, 2025
William “Billy” Mark Mercer, 82, of Elm City passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 5, 2025, in Maplewood Cemetery, Wilson. Rev. Bill Haddock will officiate.
Billy was a long-distance owner/operator in the trucking business. He loved his job and made so many friends on his travels with many stories to...
Lynette Yvonne Baker Hendricks
May 25, 2025
Lynette Yvonne Baker Hendricks, 79, of Stantonsburg passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, May 30, 2025, at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson. Entombment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park, Wilson. Rev. Johnny Hendricks will officiate.
The family will receive friends Friday, May 30, 2025, from 11:30 to 12:45 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home,...
Dorothy "Dotsie" Ann Grimsley Harrell
May 25, 2025
Dorothy “Dotsie” Ann Grimsley Harrell, 81, of Wilson passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 29, 2025, in Evergreen Memorial Park, Wilson. Pastor Randy Innes will officiate.
Dorothy is survived by her sons, James “Jay” Preston Harrell, III and wife, Michelle, and Michael Clayton Harrell and wife, Denise; grandsons, J.P. Harrell...
Mary Louise Cratch Gray
May 23, 2025
Mary Louise Cratch Gray passed away on May 23rd, 2025, after a brief battle with congestive heart failure.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bobby” Gray, and her brothers, Shelton McNair and Lloyd McNair.
She is survived by her sister, Beulah Koulouris and husband Dean, her three sons Robert Gray and wife Karen Caudill, Cleveland Gray and wife Fran,...
Richard "Rich" Arthur Shafer
May 22, 2025
Richard “Rich” Arthur Shafer, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather passed away peacefully, at the age of 87. Rich resided in Wilson, his home for forty-two years where he will be missed by friends whom he touched through golf, woodworking, social events, and countless conversations. Rich was ready to talk to anyone, friend or stranger. He enjoyed discussing his time spent in...
Mary Gray Crumpler
May 22, 2025
Mary Gray Crumpler
June 21, 1933 – May 22, 2025
Mary Gray Crumpler, 91, of Wilson passed away Thursday, May 22, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson. Graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in Evergreen Memorial Park, Wilson. Rev. Daylon Mooneyham and Rev. LaVon Phillips will officiate.
The...
Ann "Ree" Braswell
May 16, 2025
Ann “Ree” Braswell, 90, of Elm City passed away Friday, May 16, 2025. A celebration of her life will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2025, with family receiving friends immediately following at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in Evergreen Memorial Park,...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Evans O'Neal
May 11, 2025
It is with profound sadness and immense love that we announce the passing of Jackie O’Neal, a radiant soul whose presence brought light, laughter, and love to everyone around her. Jackie passed away surrounded by her cherished family, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, humor, and unwavering strength.
Born to the late William Clyde Evans and Mary Jane Evans, Jackie was...
Joseph Earl Price
May 11, 2025
Joseph “Earl” Price, 90, of Wilson passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, May 16, 2025, at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson. Interment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park, Wilson. Rev. Mark Harrell will officiate.
The family will receive friends Friday afternoon from 12:30 – 1:45 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh...
Steve "Papa D" Leon Allen
May 9, 2025
Steve “Papa D” Leon Allen, 68, of Wilson passed away Friday, May 9, 2025. Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 17, 2025, with the family receiving friends immediately following at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson. Rev. Wayne Whitley will officiate.
Steve, known to so many as Papa D, was truly one of a...
Jimmy Garris
May 8, 2025
Jimmy “Possum” Garris, 62, of Elm City passed away unexpectedly Thursday, May 8, 2025. A gathering of friends and family will be held Tuesday, May 13, 2025, from 5 – 7 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.
Jimmy worked at Performance Heating and Cooling for the past ten years. Jimmy loved hunting, fishing, grilling and spending time...
William "Billy" Elton Boykin
May 8, 2025
William “Billy” Elton Boykin, 71, of Sims, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025. A special gathering of friends will be held Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.
Billy is survived by his wife of almost 50 years, Susan Boykin; his son, Jeffrey Boykin and wife, Abby of Sims;...
Peggy Marie Meeks Holloman
May 8, 2025
Peggy Marie Holloman, 80, of Rocky Mount passed away Thursday, May 8, 2025. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in Maplewood Cemetery, Wilson. John Turner will officiate.
The family will receive friends Monday evening, May 12, 2025, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.
Peggy is survived by...
Joseph "Joe" Ollen Noulles
May 7, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Ollen Noulles, 81, of Wilson passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025. A special gathering of family and friends will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 11, 2025, at First Presbyterian Church, 414 Sunset Road, Wilson. Rev. Nick Demuynck will officiate.
Joe had a great passion for many things. He loved beach music and was an excellent shagger. He...
Jean Brame Lemmons
May 6, 2025
Jean Brame Lemmons
August 6, 1940 – May 6, 2025
Jean Brame Lemmons, 84, of Kenly passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Marsh Swamp OFWB Church, 6664 Rock Ridge School Road, Sims. Inurnment will follow in Marsh Swamp OFWB Church Cemetery, Sims. Rev. Ray Wells will officiate.
The family...
Teresa Ann Creech Medlin
May 5, 2025
Teresa Anne Creech Medlin was born October 16, 1946, to “Buddie” and Beaulah Creech. She grew up as farmer’s daughter with her big brother Eddie Ray in Southern Nash County. As a teenager their family welcomed a sweet baby girl Jeanette Lynn Creech. Teresa was a graduate of Bailey High School where she met and married her high school sweetheart,...
Brady Dewayne Huneycutt
May 2, 2025
Brady Dewayne Huneycutt, 81, of Bailey passed away Friday, May 2, 2025. A celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Mt. Zion Methodist Church, 5326 London Church Road, Elm City. Rev. Bill Haddock and his grandson, Anderson Bunn will officiate.
Dewayne is survived by his children, Darleen Bunn and husband, James, Douglas “Doug” Huneycutt,...
Kermit David Brame, III
May 1, 2025
Kermit David Brame, III, 57 went home to be with his Lord on May 1, 2025. Born October 15, 1967, he was an enthusiastic Hunt Warriors fan. He was a member of the 1984 Hunt Warrior football team which won the Big East Conference title, posted an 11-2 record and went to the Eastern 4-A finals.
After completing high school in...
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