Obituaries

Jan 20, 2019

Kyle Douglas “Boo” Watts, Jr., 61, of Roanoke Rapids died Sunday, January 20, 2019 at his residence following a prolonged illness.

A native of Lexington, VA, Kyle was born August 2, 1957 to Kyle D. (Sr) and Ethel Tomlin Watts.

Kyle and his family moved into the area in 1997.  He was a Roadmaster for...

Jan 18, 2019

Frances Coggins Leake, 81, of Roanoke Rapids, died January 18, 2019 in her home.

Frances was born in Northampton County on December 11, 1937, a daughter of Jimmie Ernest Coggins and Stella Casper Coggins.

She retired from JP Stevens, where she worked in various capacities.  She enjoyed tending the flowers in her yard, gardening and...

Jan 15, 2019

James Oliver Johnson, Sr.

October 20, 1941 – January 15, 2019

James Oliver Johnson, Jr. “Jimmy” entered into eternal rest on January 15, 2019.

Jimmy was born in Harnett County on October 20, 1941 to Linwood and Mary Johnson. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother David and his wife Bette,...

Jan 14, 2019

Robert "Bobby" Gray Bowers ,96, of Jackson, went to be with his Lord and Savior on  January 14, 2019.

Bobby was predeceased by his beloved wife , Elladeane (Deanie) Lee Bowers; son, Robert Gray Bowers Jr. and son-in-law, Charles Cox.

He was a US Army veteran, serving in World War II, and was the owner...

Jan 7, 2019

Ethel Alston Glasgow, aged 92, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 7.

She was born and raised in Hollister, NC.  In addition to helping manage the family farm, Ms. Glasgow was employed as a seamstress at Cash and Carry Cleaners in Weldon, and then worked at Halifax Regional Medical center as a Nurse until her...

Jan 2, 2019

Elizabeth Ann “Libby” Bullock Mills, 51, of Roanoke Rapids died unexpectedly on January 2, 2019.

Libby was born in Medina, Ohio on January 10, 1967 to Ronald Dan “Winkey” Bullock, Sr and Margaret Ann Cutlip Bullock; both of whom preceded her in death.

Libby attended the Church of Jesus Christ.  She was a manager for...

Dec 23, 2018

Linda Smith, 74, of Wanchese, NC died Sunday, December 23, 2018, at Peak Resources – Outer Banks. Born September 17, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Agnes Strickland and Robert J. Smith.

A longtime resident of Manteo, NC, she worked in the hospitality industry as a cook and cleaner. She was also very interested in...

Dec 18, 2018

Tammy Lynette Wiggins Powell, 57, of Gaston died December 18, 2018 at her home.

Tammy was born in Pitt County, NC on May 12, 1961, the daughter of David Albert and Lucille Burroughs Wiggins.  She loved her family, and was a hard worker. Tammy was most recently employed as a waitress.

She is survived by...

Dec 13, 2018

Ruby P. Ogburn, 80, of Gasburg, VA passed away Thursday, December 13, 2018 at VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital in South Hill, VA.

Ruby was born September 28, 1938 in Gasburg, VA to the late Fenton and Susie Wright Poythress.  She was also preceded in death by her husband, Richard Ogburn; her grandson, Timbo Hobbs.

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Dec 12, 2018

Ella Mae Sparks, 99, of Littleton passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at home.

Arrangements are incomplete and being handled by Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service.

Dec 3, 2018

Herbert “Herb” Allen Edwards, Sr.,  72, of Roanoke Rapids died Monday, December 3, 2018 at VCU Medical Center in Richmond.

Herb was a native of Halifax County, born November 8, 1946, to Clyde Sidney and Eva Edwards Edwards, both whom preceded him in death. He retired from Pierce Trailer Service in Weldon.  Herb attended East 10 th...

Dec 1, 2018

Barbara J. Burm entered into rest on December 1, 2018. She was 71. Mrs. Burm was born on June 24, 1947, to her parents, Sidney and Bernice Cannon. She married Victor Burm on July 5, 1972. Mrs. Burm is survived by her husband of 46 years, Victor Burm, Jr.; her brother, Billy Cannon of Charlotte, NC; her daughters, Beverly...

Nov 29, 2018

Mr. Willie Eugene Moore, 90, of E. 13 th Street, died Thursday, November 29, 2018 in his home.

Mr. Moore was born in Harnett County on June 19, 1928, to the late Archie and Mamie Bledsoe Moore.   In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Mary Eugene Eason Moore;...

Nov 26, 2018

James Allen “JA” Irby, Jr.,  84, died Monday, November 26, 2018 at Halifax Regional Medical Center.

JA was born in Wake County on September 11, 1934 to JA Irby, Sr. and Alice Lee Wade Irby, both of whom preceded him in death.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son Benji; an...

Nov 24, 2018

Corey Allen Johnson, 20, of Gaston, passed away Saturday, November 24, 2018.

Corey was born December 7, 1997 in Nash County.  He was a kind and compassionate young man and will truly be missed by all who loved him.  He was our sunshine on a rainy day.  Corey cared deeply for those he loved, but sometimes had...

Nov 22, 2018

Mark Allen Chappell, 38, of Whitakers died unexpectedly on Thursday, November 22, 2018.

Mark was born February 13, 1980 in Alamogorda, NM, the son of Willie Wade Chappell and Patricia Gail Rowell Chappell.   He worked in the construction industry doing electrical work, and was about to begin a new job with Food Lion.

Mark was...

Nov 19, 2018

Mary Kate Simmons, 96, passed away Monday, November 19, 2018 at Liberty Commons in Weldon.

She is survived by her nieces, Sharron Birch and her husband Ray and Hazel Allen and her husband James both of Henrico; her great-niece, Melissa Birch.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 21, 2018 at Crestview Memorial...

Nov 18, 2018

Thomas Lee Moore, 75, departed earth to his home in heaven Sunday, November 18, 2018.

He was born in Halifax County on February 24, 1943 to the late Van Exum Moore and Laura Miles Moore. He was preceded in death by his son, Tony Moore; his brothers Hubert, Dick, Wayne, and Harold Moore; and his sister, Peggy...

Nov 12, 2018

Deborah “Debbie” Inscoe, 63, died peacefully at her home on November 12, 2018.

Debbie was born in Halifax County on November 23, 1954 to Ned J. and Mable Cullom Dickens .  She loved her family and her husband, Howard.  Holidays and being with her family brought her much joy and happiness.  Debbie was also an amazing cook. ...

Nov 10, 2018

Harry Eugene “Gene” Moore, 77 of Roanoke Rapids, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday November 10, 2018.

Gene was born in Halifax County December 30, 1940 to the late John L. Moore Sr. and Ruth Moore.  He attended William R. Davie and retired from Westpoint Stevens, where he worked as a supervisor.

He...