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Teretha Webb Hicks

Teretha Webb Hicks

Jan 22, 2016

The Life of Teretha Webb-Hicks, 59 On Friday, January 22, 2016, an angelic host was dispatched on assignment as heavenly escorts to pick up one of God's chosen ones. Teretha Ann Webb-Hicks entered this life in Washington, DC, on September 20, 1956, at Columbia Hospital for Women. Born to the late Rudolph and Patty M. Webb Smith, she was the...

Sam Bennett, Jr.

Sam Bennett, Jr.

Jan 20, 2016

The Life of Sam "June" Bennett, Jr., 79 Mr. Sam Bennett, Jr., 79 of Garysburg,NC, expired Wednesday, January 20, 2016 at Halifax Regional Medical Center, Roanoke Rapids, NC. Sam Bennett, Jr. was born November 18, 1936 to Ida Hines Bennett and Sam Bennett, Sr. in Halifax, NC. June as he was affectionately known was introduced to Jesus Christ very early...

Lores Lee "Lolo" Edwards

Lores Lee "Lolo" Edwards

Dec 22, 2015

The Life of Lores Lee "Lolo" Edwards, 52 Memorial Services for Miss Lores Lee "Lolo" Edwards, 52, formerly of Garysburg, North Carolina. She peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, December 22, 2015 in Rialto, California. "Lolo" was born April 29, 1963 to the late Walter and Emma Ramsey Edwards. Lolo's precious memories will always be remembered by Her Son: Jacques...

Ernest Junior Simmons

Ernest Junior Simmons

Nov 29, 2015

The Life of Mr. Ernest Junior Simmons, 78 Mr. Ernest Simmons the son of the late Boston Ransom and Mattie B. Bell began his journey with life on November 29, 1937 in Northampton county, NC. In addition to his parents, Ernest is preceded in death by two sons: Larry Lee Simmons and Thomas Ray Simmons, Two Brothers: Dossie Leee Ransom...

Ronald Irwin Mcdaniels

Ronald Irwin Mcdaniels

Nov 27, 2015

The Life of Mr. Ronald Irwin McDaniel, 65

Ronald Irwin McDaniels, a son of the late Fletcher McDaniels and Millie Cheek McDaniels, was born June 12, 1950 in Washington, DC

He received his education in Washington, DC and after graduation, was drafted by the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War...

James Louis Pierce

James Louis Pierce

Nov 20, 2015

The Life of MR. JAMES LOUIS PIERCE, 66 James Louis Pierce,66, departed this life on November 20, 2015 to receive his just reward at Halifax Regional Medical Center, Roanoke Rapids, NC. James Louis as known as by many, was born March 29, 1949, the 7th child of William Jasper and Betsy Wade-Pierce and the last surviving sibling of Brothers--Elliot Jasper,...

Jeffie Lee Dixon James

Jeffie Lee Dixon James

Nov 10, 2015

The Life of Ms. Jeffie Lee Dixon James, 78 Ms. Jeffie Lee Dixon James, 78 of Washington Ave., Weldon, NC, expired on Tuesday, November 10, 2015 surrounded by loved ones. She was the daughter of the late Jefferson & Fannie Mae Barnes Dixon, born in Florida on May 18, 1937. Ms. James adventured to Texas to live with one of...

Fredia Williams Perry

Fredia Williams Perry

Nov 5, 2015

The Life of Fredia Delores Williams Perry, 63 On Thursday, November 5, 2015, Mother Fredia departed in Our Community Hospital, Scotland Neck, NC. She was born February 8, 1952 in New York to the late Jessie & Mable Williams. Mother Fredia W. Perry, accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior on April 18, 2015.  She faithfully attended church until her illnesses...

Tracy Michelle Jones

Tracy Michelle Jones

Sep 27, 2015

The Life and Legacy of Miss Tracy Michelle Jones, 44 The call was made for Miss Tracy Michelle Jones, 44 of Corapeake, NC to make her journey to receive her just reward on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 in Sentara Obici Hospital, Suffolk, Virginia. Presently, funeral arrangements are incomplete. Please check back with us later for an obituary update. Tracy rests...

Della L. Powell Clayton

Della L. Powell Clayton

Sep 15, 2015

The Life of Mrs. Della L. Powell Clayton, 83 Mrs. Della L.Powell Clayton, 83 of Philadelphia, PA, expired Tuesday, September 15, 2015 in Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Mrs. Della is a life long native of Henrico, NC. Mrs. Della was the daughter of the late Ernest & Lucy Belfield Powell was born on November 27, 1931 in Northampton...

Viola Virginia Harris Pitt

Viola Virginia Harris Pitt

Sep 12, 2015

The Life of Mrs. Viola Virginia Harris Pitt, 80 Mrs. Viola Virginia Harris Pitt, 80 daughter of the late Tom and Ora Putney Harris was born October 21, 1934 in Halifax County, NC. She expired Saturday, September 12, 2015 in Vidant Medical Center, Greenville, NC surrounded by her immediate family. Mrs. Pitt attended John A. Chaloner School. She became a...

Robert Edward Lee Coleman

Robert Edward Lee Coleman

Aug 23, 2015

The Life of Mr. Robert E. L. Coleman, 79 "May the work He's done and the life He's lived speak for Him..." The beautiful and inspiring life of Robert E. L. Coleman, age 79 came to a peaceful close on Sunday, August 23, 2015 in the serenity of his home in Roanoke Rapids, NC. Affectionately known as "Shirlee",...

Carolyn Jean Harrison

Carolyn Jean Harrison

Jul 21, 2015

The Life of Ms. Carolyn Jean Harrison, 61 Ms. Harrison expired on Tuesday, July 21, 2015 at her residence-4104 US Hwy 301, Pleasant Hill, NC alongside loved ones. Funeral Services for Carolyn Jean Harrison will be held Saturday, July 25, 2015 at 12:00 O'Clock High Noon, at Faithful Band Missionary Baptist Church, Pleasant Hill, NC with Pastor Rev. Gregory Evans...

Milton "Tyrone" "Tye" Hunt

Milton "Tyrone" "Tye" Hunt

Jun 24, 2015

God was his heart and Friendship true-Loved and respected by all he knew; To a wonderful life Came a peaceful end, He died as he lived, With love in his heart For his family and friends Milton Hunt was born September 11, 1965 to the late Ellie Hunt and Gloria Braswell in Rocky Mount, NC. He departed this earthly life...

Isiah Terrell Sherrod

Isiah Terrell Sherrod

Jun 11, 2015

The Life of Master Isiah Terrell Sherrod, 3-mos. Master Isiah was born June 11, 2015 in Halifax County, North Carolina and expired the same day. He was born the son of Malasyia U'Neke Jones and Isiah Jacques Sherrod; Paternal Grandmother: Jessica Sherrod, Maternal Grandfather: John Robinson, Two Uncles, Two Aunts and a host of Great Uncles and Auntes and many,...

Macie Squire Price

Macie Squire Price

May 5, 2015

The Life of Missionary Macie Squire-Price, 94 Missionary  Macie Squire-Price, 94, daughter of the late Blake and Daisy Short Squire was born on March 2, 1921 in Northampton County, North Carolina.  The Lord called his Angel home, on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 at 4:26 AM at her home in Gaston, NC. Missionary Price attended school in Northampton County, NC. She...

Henry Lincoln Dorn, Jr.

Henry Lincoln Dorn, Jr.

Mar 22, 2015

The Life of Mr. Henry "Sonny" Dorn, Jr., 65 Henry Lincoln Dorn, Jr., 65 known to everyone as "Sonny" was the son of the late Henry L. Dorn, Sr. and the late Jollie Dorn. He was born on April 5, 1949 in Philadelphia, PA.  and entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at his home. Sonny was...

Corine Hendricks

Corine Hendricks

Mar 9, 2015

The Life of Ms. Corine Hendricks,81 Ms, Corine Hendricks, 81 was born on March 8, 1934 to the late John Robert & Isabell Hendricks in Hampton County, Virginia.and expired on Monday, March 9, 2015 in Brooklyn Garden Nursing Home, Brooklyn, New York. She later moved with her parents to Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina where she was known as the Candy...

Almore Thomas Brown

Almore Thomas Brown

Jan 28, 2015

The Life of Mr. Almore Thomas Brown, 61 Almore Brown, son of the late Fannie Francis Johnson and James Collin Brown was born on October 22, 1952 in Halifax County, North Carolina and departed this life on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at Halifax Regional Medical Center in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. He attended John Armstrong Chaloner School and later completed...

Malinda Kaye Yellorday Barnes

Malinda Kaye Yellorday Barnes

Jan 22, 2015

The Life of Malinda Kaye Robinson Yallorday Barnes, 48 Malinda Kaye Robinson Yellorday Barnes was born on June 4, 1966 in Halifax County, NC to Rosa Malinda Robinson. She peacefully departed this life on Thursday, January 22, 2015 to go to her enternal home. She received her education from Northampton County Public Schools, graduating from Northampton County High School-West in...

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