All Obituaries

Donnie Doss, 65, of Bearpond Rd, passed away on April 21, 2024, in Henderson, NC. He was the son of the late Earl and Mildred Louise (Mann) Doss. He is survived by two children Amanda and Justin; two grandchildren; two siblings: Linda Eoute and his twin Ronnie Doss. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.The family will celebrate Donnie's life at a later date.

"The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely...

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing."Mary Ann Bullock Burwell, 80, daughter of the late Alfred and Frances Yancey Bullock, was born June 9, 1943, in Vance County, North Carolina. She entered into eternal rest on April 3, 2024, at her residence of 1711 Willow...

I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one. I’d like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done. I’d like to leave an echo whispering softly down the ways, Of happy times and laughing times and bright and sunny days. I’d like the tears of those who grieve, to dry before the sun; Of happy memories that I leave when life is done. Joshua Charlie Macon (JC), 84, son of the late Newman and Viola Perry Macon, was born December 15, 1939, in Franklin County, North Carolina. He...

David Nicholas Isabell, 36, of Henderson, NC, passed away on January 30, 2024, at his residence. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.

Aretha Senora Watts Thomas, 54, of Oxford, NC, passed away on December 29, 2023, at Duke Regional Hospital. She was the daughter of the late Luther Hargrove and Jacqueline Watts.She was proceeded in death by her son, Andre Jerome Watts.She leaves to cherish her memories her children whom she loved and cherished; Tamika Watts and Gerry Thomas Jr. both of Oxford, North Carolina ; five sisters; Racheal Hart(Robert), Keesia Watts, Lisa Taylor(Tim), Sharon Hargrove all of Oxford, North Carolina...

Peacefully sleeping and resting at last, Your life’s weary troubles and trials are passed.In silence you suffered, your troubles you bore. Until God called you home to suffer no more.Mr. Bernard Day, 98, of Henderson, NC, passed away on December 28, 2023, at Maria Parham Health. He was born in Severna Park, MD to the late Clarence Day and Annie Green Day.A memorial service will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Kesler Temple AME Zion Church on E. Winder St. in...

I've had some good days; I've had some hills to climb. I've had some weary days, And some sleepless nights. But when I look around, I think things over. All of my good days, Outweigh my bad days. I won't complain! Ollie Alene Royster Lindsey, 78, of Oxford, NC, passed away on December 22, 2023, at Maria Parham Health. She was the daughter of the late Alonzo Willie Royster and Mylissia Chappelle Royster. Survivors include her God Daughter; Leeandra King; her God...

"Pass me not, o gentle Savior; hear my humble cry.  While on others, thou art calling, do not pass me by." Evangelist Bernice Rebecca Hargrove Fuller, 66, of Henderson, NC, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023, at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Geraldine Hall Garland and Henry Clay Marshall.Survivors include her loving husband, Thurston Fuller; children: Tyrone Hall (Sonya), Kendra Thompson, Tammy Hargrove, Gwendolyn Terrell (Frank), Sharal Davis (Earnest),...

You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.Roxanna Burwell Closs, 85, of Kitrell, NC, passed away November 13, 2023, at her residence. She was born in Vance County to the late Charlie Burwell and Mary Hayes Burwell.Survivors include her loving children; William Closs, Vivian Closs, Darnella Hardy,...