OBITUARIES
Ronnie Edward Nordan, Sr.
Oct 25, 2025
Ronnie Edward Nordan, Sr., beloved son, dad “deddy”, and papa, passed away on October 25, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Worth and Jackie Nordan.
He is survived by his daughter, Kellie Matthews and her husband, Sean; his sons, Ronnie Nordan, Jr. and Jason Nordan; and his cherished granddaughter, Blakely Nordan, who brought endless joy and laughter to...
John Russell Murray, Sr.
Oct 24, 2025
Mr. John Russell Murray Sr., of Archers Lodge, NC, passed away peacefully on his 87th birthday, October 24, 2025. Russell was born in Mapleville, NC, to the late Spencer and Louise Murray, he dedicated his life to family, community service, and the joy of growing produce.
The family will receive friends from 12:30PM to 1:45PM on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at...
Carl Dwight Rogers
Oct 23, 2025
Carl was called home on October 23, 2025. He was surrounded by family and supported with love. Memorial Services will be 11:00AM Saturday, November 1, 2025 at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Benson. The family will receive friends following the memorial service.
He was born in Norwalk, Connecticut on November 4, 1952 to Theresa Miller. He was adopted...
Judy Matthews McLamb
Oct 21, 2025
Benson, NC: Mrs. Judy Matthews McLamb, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at UNC Johnston Hospital in Clayton, NC. The family will receive friends from 11:45AM-12:45PM, on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Friendship Baptist Church, Angier, NC. The Funeral Service will follow at 1:00PM. Rev. Jeff Morgan will officiate. Burial will follow in the Church Cemetery.
Mrs. McLamb...
Bessie Lou Cox Tart
Oct 21, 2025
Benson, NC: Mrs. Bessie Lou Cox Tart, age 81, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, NC, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral Services will be held 3:00PM-Friday, October 24, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Chapel in Benson, NC. Rev. Doug Abel will officiate. Burial will follow in Roselawn Cemetery in Benson,...
Weston James Porter
Oct 18, 2025
Coats, NC: Weston James Porter, 3 months, of W. Main Street Coats passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving parents. Memorial Services will be 11:00AM Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Benson. Officiating will be Rev. Terry Hardison. Burial will follow in Roselawn Cemetery in Benson....
Anita Louise Ennett
Oct 17, 2025
Four Oaks, NC: Mrs. Anita Louise T. Ennett, age 60 of Gardner Road passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at her residence starting at 1:00PM.
Anita was born on May 26, 1965 in Johnston County. She was preceded in death...
Clarence Luder Upchurch, Jr.
Oct 16, 2025
Coats, NC: Mr. Clarence L. Upchurch, Jr., age 82, of Ethel Cooper Lane passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at Betsy Johnson Regional Hospital in Dunn. Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, October 20, 2025 in The Upchurch Family Cemetery at the home. Officiating will be Rev. Kim Strickland. The family will receive friends from...
Rev. Judi Frances Johnson Smith
Oct 16, 2025
Angier, NC: Rev. Judi Frances Johnson Smith, age 83, of the McGee’s Crossroads Community passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, NC. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, October 18, 2025 at Rose and Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Benson. Officiating will be Rev. Glenn McCullen. The family will receive...
Patsy Neighbors Morgan
Oct 14, 2025
Mrs. Patsy Neighbors Morgan, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Wake Med in Raleigh, NC, surrounded by her loving family. Funeral Services will be 2:00PM-Friday, October 17, 2025 at Elevation Methodist Church, Benson, NC. Rev. Donald Sadler and Rev. Ron Gurganus will officiate. Entombment will follow in Roselawn Cemetery Community Mausoleum.
Mrs. Morgan was born in Johnston...
Osmin Paz Paz
Oct 13, 2025
Osmin Paz Paz, de 77 años, falleció en paz el 13 de octubre de 2025, rodeado de su familia en Raleigh, Carolina del Norte, y de el amor de quienes lo amaban desde lejos. Lucho valientemente contra una enfermedad severa que afecto su higado.
Nació el 20 de agosto de 1948 en Santa Bárbara, Honduras, hijo de Reinerio Paz y Eloisa...
Brenda Marie Smith
Oct 12, 2025
Angier; Brenda Marie Smith, born on December 17, 1945, in Johnston County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on October 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warm spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, October 17 at 2:00PM...
Barbara Ann Stephenson
Oct 11, 2025
It is with deep faith that we announce the passing of Barbara Ann Stephenson, who passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loving caregivers on October 11, 2025 to join her Heavenly Father.
Barbara was born in Philadelphia, PA in 1935. She grew up in a loving home in Deepwater, NJ, a very close-knit small town. She was a tomboy and...
Ralph Douglas "Kenny" Clayborne
Oct 10, 2025
Benson, NC: Mr. Ralph Douglas “Kenny” Clayborne, age 83, of Family Lane passed away on Friday, October 10, 2025 at his residence with his family by his side. Graveside Funeral Services will be held-11:00 AM on Monday October 13, 2025 at Lakeside Memorial Gardens in Angier. Officiating will be Chaplain Matthew Hodge.
Mr. Clayborne was born on June 23, 1942 in...
Curtis Ray Bain
Oct 9, 2025
Benson, NC: Mr. Curtis Ray Bain, age 72, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral Services will be 11:00AM, Monday, October 13, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Chapel in Benson, NC. Rev. Doug Abel will officiate.
Mr. Bain was born on July 12, 1953, in Harnett County, NC, to the late...
Shearon Elaine Parrish Cobb
Oct 9, 2025
Raleigh, NC: Mrs. Shearon Elaine Parrish Cobb, age 75, of Spring Forest Road passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at Wake Assisted Living in Raleigh. Funeral Services will be held-3:00 PM Sunday, October 12, 2025 at Rose and Graham Funeral Chapel in Benson. Officiating will be Pastor Eddie White. Burial will follow in Bethel Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in...
Ellen Rose Hayes Wilson
Oct 9, 2025
Ellen Rose Hayes Wilson, 95, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025 at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield. A funeral service will be held at Barbour’s Chapel Advent Christian Church on Monday, October 13th 2025 at 3p.m. Officiating will be Rodney Barbour and Reverend Rodney Brittain. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held after the...
Wanda Ruth Jones Crumley
Oct 9, 2025
Wanda Ruth Jones Crumley of Smithfield, 93, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 9, 2025 at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church of Smithfield on November 1st at 3:00 pm led by Reverends Lee Colbert and Kristen Tucker with visitation following in Ryberg Hall.
Wanda was born in Greeneville, TN...
Michael Philip O'Neil
Oct 9, 2025
Benson, NC: Mr. Michael Philip O’Neil, age 73, passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. The family will receive friends from 10:00AM-11:00AM-Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Rose & Graham Funeral Home 301 W. Main Street Benson, NC 27504. A Graveside Service will follow at 12:00PM, at the NC State Veterans Cemetery 164...
Glenn Turnage
Oct 9, 2025
Benson, NC: Mr. Glenn Turnage, age 89, of Highway 50 South passed away on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield with his family by his side. Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Rose and Graham Funeral Chapel in Benson. Officiating will be Revs. Scott Johnson and Doug Abel. Burial...
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