Obituaries

Apr 21, 2022

With much sorrow, the family of James Edward McClung, Sr. would like all that knew and loved him to know of his passing on April 20th, 2022.

He is survived by his loving wife, Jean McClung, two sons, James "Jamie" McClung, Jr. and Kenneth "Kenny" McClung, two daughters, Angel Williams and Debra Tanner, as well as numerous...

Apr 18, 2022

Mrs. Shirley Bright Bradley, 92

Shirley Maxine Bright was born on February 14, 1930, in Roanoke Rapids, N.C. to John David and Golda Armstrong Bright.  She graduated from William R. Davie High School as Valedictorian of her class and earned an Associate Degree from Chowan College where she met her husband-to-be, Marvin Ryland Bradley, Jr.   ...

Apr 16, 2022

Edward Lee Peterson, 81, died Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Liberty Commons in Weldon.

Mr. Peterson was born in Virginia January 26, 1941, son to the late Algie and Dora Peterson. He was a long-time farmer in this area and was always willing to help who needed his help.  In addition to his parents, Mr. Peterson is...

Apr 14, 2022

Gerald Donald Rhodes (Don), aged 74, passed away in Roanoke Rapids, NC on April 14th, 2022.

He was a graduate of Princess Anne High School in Virginia Beach, VA. He went on to serve in the United States Army, receiving an honorable discharge in 1968. He moved back to Virginia afterward, where he met his wife of...

Apr 5, 2022

Kenneth Ray Day, 49, passed away Tuesday, April 5, 2022.

Kenneth was born September 2, 1972, in Durham, NC to James Parnell Day and Catherine Carpenter Turner. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and great grandparents on both sides.

Kenneth is survived by his parents, Jimmy Day (Debbie) and Cathy Turner (Dan); his...

Apr 4, 2022

Charles Linwood “Lin” Walker, 71, of Roanoke Rapids passed away Monday, April 4, 2022, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.

Lin was born February 18, 1951, in Halifax County to Charles Evans Walker and Dorothy Allen Walker Waters. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Evans Walker; his stepfather, Donald Waters.

Lin attended...

Apr 3, 2022

Heaven gained a very “Special Angel” on April 3, 2022. Our beautiful, precious Wife, Mother, NANA Peggy Coons Haskins went to be with our Heavenly Father. We know she was met by her parents and brothers and sisters and many other beloved family and friends.

Our Mother/NANA was 86 years old; May 16 th she would have...

Apr 1, 2022

Ganell Huey Pittman went to her home in Heaven on her 92 nd birthday, April 1, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Louella Huey, her husband of 44 years, James A. Pittman, her brother Albert Huey, Jr., sister Nadell  Blake and stepdaughter, Deb Weeks.

Surviving to cherish Ganell’s love and memory is...

Mar 31, 2022

Mr. Connie Grubb, 64, of Roanoke Rapids died Thursday, March 31, 2022 at Vidant North Hospital.

Connie was born in Davidson County, NC on September 16, 1957, the son of Richard Grubb, Sr. and Susie Mahala Grubb.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Corey Johnson; and a sister, Caloua Snider and...

Mar 28, 2022

Roanoke Rapids-

Emma Louise Carter Conwell, 87, died Monday, March 28, 2022, at Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation in Weldon, NC.

Mrs. Conwell was born, April 6, 1934, in Halifax County, NC, daughter to the late Thomas and Harriet Carter. Mrs. Conwell was a member, of over 70 years, to Roanoke Rapids First Pentecostal Holiness...

Mar 27, 2022

Jessica Lynn Mabrey Wells, 28, passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022, at New Hanover Medical Center in Wilmington.

Jessica Was born in Halifax County on September 26, 1993, to Jeffery A. Mabrey and Margie Williams Mabrey. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Jimmy Williams, Sr., her father-in-law, Mike Jones.

Jessica is survived...

Mar 24, 2022

Charles Samuel “Charlie” Wells, III, 73, of Roanoke Rapids died Thursday, March 24, 3033 at Vidant North Hospital.

Charles was born in Halifax County on April 24, 1948.  His parents were Hubert Moore and Agnes Bass Moore.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Wilma Sharon Wells; sons, Kelly Parrish and Billy...

Mar 22, 2022

Frankie Odell Strickland, 71, of Roanoke Rapids, died Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.

Frankie was born December 16, 1950, in Halifax County, NC, the son of Johnnie Strickland, Sr. and Gladys Kittrell Strickland.

Frankie graduated from Roanoke Rapids High School and went straight into the House Painting business with his...

Mar 22, 2022

Clinton Roger Spence, 73, formerly of Vance Street in Roanoke Rapids died March 22, 2022 at Rose Vista Assisted Living in Kinston.

Roger was born June 9, 1948 in Halifax County, the son of Thomas L. and Annie Balmer Spence.  He was preceded in death by his parents and, also by a brother Thomas Spence.

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Mar 19, 2022

Virginia Capps Shearin, 92, of Roanoke Rapids passed away Saturday, March 19, 2022, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC.

Virginia was born November 27, 1929, in Vance County to the late Charlie Edward Capps and Rosa Mae Belch Capps. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Grady I. Shearin; her sons, Gary Wayne Shearin...

Mar 14, 2022

Linda Johnson Hockaday, 82, of Roanoke Rapids passed away Monday, March 14, 2022, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at Cedarwood Cemetery in Roanoke Rapids with Rev. Sue Owens officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com.

Mar 13, 2022

Douglas G. Hughes Sr., 78, passed away in the early hours of Sunday March 13 2022, after a battle with heart disease.

Doug, a native of Ithaca NY, is survived by his beloved wife, Beverly, whom he adored; his four sons, John, Richard, Douglas and Anthony; eight grandchildren; and two sisters, Cindy & Tracy.

Doug...

Mar 12, 2022

Robert Richard Sanders, Sr., 84, of Roanoke Rapids died March 12, 2022 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.

Robert was born April 12 1937 in Robeson County, NC, the son of Walter C. Sanders and Estelle Jane Sanders.

He served our county in the US Army during the Korean War, serving two tours. Robert was...

Mar 9, 2022

Scott Francis Fenwick, 73, of Roanoke Rapids died March 9, 2022 at Vidant North Hospital.

Scott was born May 27, 1948 in Atlantic City, NJ, the son of Edward Francis and Jeann Williams Fenwick.

He was called to duty and would serve in the US Air Force. Scott served a tour in Vietnam and would...

Mar 7, 2022

Jerry N. Pepper, 73, of Roanoke Rapids passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, March 7, 2022

He was preceded in death by his Parents, Joe and Margaret Pepper, Stepmom, Marjorie Pepper, Sister, Gayle Robinson, Brother-in-law, Braxton Warren, Brother-in-law, Mike Robinson and Sister-in-law Marilyn Pepper.

He is survived by his Wife, Shirley Pepper of...