OBITUARIES
Lynda Mae Gregory Weeks
Aug 17, 2025
Benson, NC: Mrs. Lynda Mae Gregory Weeks, age 81, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at Transitions Hospice in Raleigh, NC. Funeral Services will be 3:00PM- Thursday, August 21, 2025 at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Benson. Officiating will be Rev. Randy Beasley. Burial will follow in Devotional Gardens in Dunn.
Mrs. Weeks was born on May...
Claude Byrd, Jr.
Aug 17, 2025
Mr. Claude Byrd, Jr., “Junior”, age 86, passed away on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, NC, surrounded by his loving family. The family will receive friends from 1:00PM-2:30PM, Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Benson, NC. A Graveside Service will be held 3:00PM, Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at Roselawn...
William Floyd Harper, Sr.
Aug 14, 2025
Smithfield, NC: Mr. William Floyd Harper, Sr., age 73, of Black Creek Road passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Golden Years Nursing Home in Falcon.
Mr. Harper was born on February 28, 1952 in Burlington County, New Jersey to the late Irv and Mary Miller Harper. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his great grandson,...
Sherry Lynn Simpson
Aug 14, 2025
Benson, NC: Mrs. Sherry Lynn Simpson, age 56, of Ryals Street passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield. A Memorial Service will be held-3:00 PM Sunday, August 17, 2025 at Elevation Methodist Church in Benson. Officiating will be Pastor Donald Sadler. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM prior to...
Daniel "Danny" Soto
Aug 13, 2025
Angier, NC: Daniel “Danny” Soto, age 46, of NC-210 passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at his residence. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Mr. Soto was born on June 28, 1979 in Yakima County, Washington to Juan Soto, II and Flora Tijerina Soto. He was a sheet metal fabricator for Stephenson’s for many years....
Richard Ramson Beasley
Aug 8, 2025
Richard Ramson Beasley, affectionately known as Rick, was born on August 1, 1956, in Johnston County, North Carolina. He departed this life on August 8, 2025, at the SECU Hospice House, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and service that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Rick's life during a visitation...
Gloria R. Talamantes
Aug 8, 2025
Coats, NC: Mrs. Gloria R. Talamantes, age 76, of Forever Lane passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025 at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield surrounded by her loving family. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 11, 2025 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Benson. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00AM...
Lois Barbour Morgan
Aug 6, 2025
Benson: Mrs. Lois Barbour Morgan, age 90, of Allen's Crossroads Road died Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Four Oaks Senior Center in Four Oaks, NC. Funeral services will be 11:00AM Friday, August 8, 2025 at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Benson. Officiating will be Rev. Randy Beasley. Burial will follow in Morgan-Wood Family Cemetery, Benson.
Mrs. Morgan was...
Julia Ann Byrd Wilkie
Aug 5, 2025
Mrs. Julia Ann Byrd Wilkie, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. The family will receive friends from 12:30PM-1:45PM, Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Coats Baptist Church in Coats, NC in the sanctuary prior to the funeral service. Funeral Services will be held 2:00PM, Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Coats...
Kevin Eugene Beverly
Jul 30, 2025
Clayton, NC: Mr. Kevin Eugene Beverly, age 71, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at his residence. A Celebration of Life Service will be held 5:00PM-Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Chapel in Four Oaks, NC.
Mr. Beverly was born on May 27, 1954, in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, to the late Richard and Bonnie Beverly, and was...
Dr. Burgess Pinckney Marshbanks
Jul 25, 2025
Dr. Burgess Pinckney Marshbanks left this life on July 25, 2025, in the arms of his three daughters, and arose to new life in the arms of God. He was 102 years old.
Born at home in Buie’s Creek, now Buies Creek, North Carolina to Lottie Marshbanks and Burgess P. Marshbanks, Sr., he grew up on the family farm near Campbell...
Robert "Bo" Wayne Earnhardt, Jr.
Jul 25, 2025
It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Robert (Bo) Wayne Earnhardt, Jr., who left us on July 25, 2025, at the age of 66. Bo was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend, whose kindness, humor, and unwavering love touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know...
Janie Beth Dunn
Jul 24, 2025
Angier, NC: Mrs. Janie Beth Dunn, age 63, passed away at her residence on Thursday, July 24, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00AM Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Benson. Dr. Elvin Butts will officiate. Burial will follow in the Fellowship Community Cemetery in Angier. The...
Willie Ray Hughes
Jul 24, 2025
Mr. Willie Ray Hughes, age 78, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. The family will receive friends from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Coats, NC. Funeral Services will be held 11:00AM, Monday, July 28, 2025 at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in...
Ellen Barbour Boyd
Jul 22, 2025
Four Oaks, NC, Mrs. Ellen Barbour Boyd, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, NC, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Graveside Funeral Services will be 10:00AM-Friday, July 25, 2025 at Selma Memorial Gardens in Selma, NC. Rev. Wayne Dunn will officiate.
Ellen was born on September 24, 1956, to the...
Deborah Lynn Paynter
Jul 20, 2025
The service has been updated due to an illness in the family.
Benson: Deborah Lynn Paynter, born on May 18, 1960, in Virginia, passed away on July 20, 2025, at UNC Smithfield, surrounded by her loved ones. Deborah's life was a tapestry of warmth, creativity, and dedication, woven through her roles as a skilled welder and an avid painter. She embraced...
JoAnne Ennis Turlington
Jul 20, 2025
Dunn, NC: Mrs. JoAnne Ennis Turlington, age 89, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. The family will receive friends from 6:00PM-8:00PM on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Home 301 W. Main Street, Benson, NC 27504. Funeral Services will be held 11:00AM-Thursday, July 24, 2025 at Ebenezer Presbyterian Church 2900 Ebenezer...
Bill Joe Parker
Jul 20, 2025
Four Oaks, NC: Mr. Bill Joe Parker, age 68, passed away at his residence on Sunday, July 20, 2025. The family will receive friends from 1:45PM-2:45PM, Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at Stones Creek Advent Christian Church 343 Wood’s Crossroads Road, Benson, NC 27504. The Funeral Service will be held at 3:00PM in the church sanctuary. Rev. Scott Johnson will officiate....
Joy Lane Byrd Barefoot
Jul 18, 2025
Angier, NC: Mrs. Joy Lane Byrd Barefoot, age 75, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025 at Wake Medical Center in Raleigh, NC. The family will receive friends from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Benson, NC. Funeral Services will be 4:00PM-Monday, July 21, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Chapel in Benson, NC....
Lunette Parker McLamb
Jul 17, 2025
Benson, NC: Mrs. Lunette Parker “Mac” McLamb, age 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 17, 2025. The family will receive friends from 2:45PM-3:45PM-Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Chapel in Benson, NC. The Funeral Service will follow at 4:00PM in the Rose & Graham Funeral Chapel. Rev. John Foister will officiate. Burial will follow in Roselawn...
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