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Sims....Alma "Ann" Keen, age 77, passed away peacefully at her home Friday, February 13, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Wayne Co. to the late Braxton and Margaret Ruth Blizzard Holloman. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, Bobby Ray Moss and her brother, William "Buddy" Holloman. Ann will be missed by all who knew her. Ann is survived by her husband, Donnie Keen of the home; sisters, Joyce Johnson (Bill) of Fremont, Geraldine Pittman of Rock Ridge; sister-in-law, Brenda Webb Holloman; and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:00 am at Bailey Town Cemetery with Pastor Wayne...

WILSON - John Shane Price, age 78, joined his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 30, 2026. He was born on April 30, 1947 to the late John and Dorothy Price John is survived by his son, Michael Shane Price and wife Sharon of Wilson, NC; his sister, Audrey Valone of Seagrove, NC; his brothers, Don Price and wife Pam of Stantonsburg, NC, Dan Price and wife Linda of Grimesland, NC, and William Price and wife Rhonda of Wilson, NC; his grandson, David Price and wife Alysann of Leland, NC; his granddaughter, Hannah Trossman and husband Devin of Raleigh, NC; his loving fianc?e, Joy Phillips of Wilson, NC; his five nephews; and his beloved cat. Arrangements entrusted to Shingleton Funeral Home,...

BAILEY - Nate Strickland Jr., affectionately known as Junior, was born April 7, 1940, and passed away on January 21, 2026. He was a gentle man who deeply loved his family, friends, stray cats, fast muscle cars, and classic cowboy and western television shows. Junior loved his work at Williams Plant Farm above nearly everything else. Work gave him purpose, and even as his health declined, his determination never did. He never gave up and continued to show up with eagerness and pride. He was preceded in death by his mother, Alene Strickland; his father, Nate Strickland; his maternal grandmother, Annie Pella Rhodes Jones; his brothers, Charles Lee "Chess" Strickland and Clifton Strickland; and...

Bailey....Willie "Frank" Franklin Skinner, Jr., age 89, affectional known as Pa, passed away peacefully at his home with his family by his side. He was born November 04, 1935 in Wilson NC to the late Willie Franklin and Louise Wooten Skinner Sr. In addition to his parents; he was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Glover Skinner; daughter, Lisa Cates; son, Mike Skinner, and great-granddaughter, Brittany Cook. Frank leaves to cherish is memory his daughters, Lori Joyner of Saratoga, Jennifer Cook and husband, Randall of Bailey; grandchildren, Danyel Cates (Kris), Tabatha Cates, Kendall Cates (Maranda), Brad Joyner, Tyler Joyner, and Landin Proctor; great-grandchildren, Madison and...

Wilson....Barbara Francis, age 86, died peacefully July 14, 2025. She was born in New Hampshire to the late Herman and Bertha Loomis. Barbara worked as a waitress for many years; she was a licensed beautician, worked in Saratoga Springs, NY helping with the Carousel in Congress Park Funding: College for Mildred Elley for business. She enjoyed eating out, shopping, going to the casino, line dancing, going to the Moose and the VFW, and generally just socializing. She loved her family and her friends. Barbara was able to do extensive traveling to Monaco, Mexico, and France, before making Wilson, NC her home she lived in Saratoga Springs, NY, and Ormond Beach, FL. She is survived by her...

Shirley Jean Reams Peele departed this earth on May 6, 2025. She was born at home in Nash County, NC on January 13, 1942 to the late Woodrow Wilson Reams and Gladys Mae Patterson Reams. Her early years home was Nashville, NC, and on the family farm in Spring Hope, NC. She later made her home near Bailey with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Harold Ross Peele, son Donnie Harold Peele, baby boy Peele and sister, Margie Carlyle Tant. Jean was a seamstress and dry cleaner for over 30 years. She also helped tend her family's farm during that same time. She enjoyed flowers, country cooking, church outings, southern gospel music, helping people, traveling and her...

Wilson....James Dorian Moyer, beloved father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on March 30, 2025 at his home. Jim was raised in Tamaqua, PA, and proudly served in the Air Force, where he met his wife Kitty Moyer in San Antonio, Texas.Jims work ethic and devotion to his family being his most defining qualities. After his time in the military, Jim and Kitty moved to Wilson, NC, where he founded Water Guard Inc. in 1978. Over the course of 45 years, Jim built the business into a well-respected company. Known for his integrity and dedication to service, His hard work and entrepreneurial spirit were an inspiration to many.Outside of business Jim had a...

Elm City ? Richard "Ricky" Foster Stehley passed away at the age of 63 on March 29, 2025. Ricky was born to Donald Woodrow Stehley, Sr. and Mary Alice (Walston) Stehley on April 12, 1961. He was a graduate of Saratoga High School. Ricky will be missed by many family members including sister, Sandra Stehley Lloyd and husband Larry, Sr.; nieces, Tina Pressley, Christy Webb Carter and husband Scott; Kim Lloyd Garvin and husband Shawn, nephews, Larry Lloyd, Jr. and Ryan Webb; great-niece, Samantha McLean; and great-nephew, Nathan Pressley. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Donnie Stehley; sister, Irene Stehley (Webb) Mills; and nephew, Dobbie Stehley. A private family...

Wilson...Charles Ray Turner, age 84, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024. He was born to the late Boson Turner and Bicey Mae Nichols Turner. Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Turner; daughter, Peggy Lee Boykin; son, Lester Boykin; sister, Elsie Mae Peacock, and his brother, Richard Turner. He is survived by his daughters, April Turner of Lucama, Linda Boykin of Lucama; son, Eddie Boykin (Debbie) of Wilson; sister, Brenda Barbee of Lucama; brothers, Laudis Turner of Wilson, Milton Turner of Lucama, Billy Earl Turner (Margie) of Elm City; three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held Monday, August 26, 2024 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at...

Michael Lee Huber 2Timothy 4:8 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.Michael Lee Huber, age 68, passed away Sunday, March 10, 2024. Until his retirement he was a licensed electrician. He played football at Penn State for Joe Paterno. He loved football, his tools, writing instruments, clothes, Trivia, tinkering in his garage and anytime he got to spend with his grandchildren. If you ever borrowed one of his tools you better be willing to leave as collateral your right arm or something of great value to you. He was really serious about his tools. He could talk the hinges off a door or sell ice to the Eskimos, boy could he talk. His dear friend and...

Amy Leigh Driver November 27, 1979 - November 08, 2023 Zebulon....Amy Leigh Driver, age 44, passed away Wednesday, November 08, 2023. She is preceded in death by her dad, Danny Driver. She is survived by her mother, Bonnie S. Driver and Dan Kratzke. A memorial service will be held Sunday, November 12, 2023 at 1:00 at Spring Hope Funeral Home. Spring Hope Funeral Home is honored to be caring for the Driver family. Online condolences may be made to www.springhopefh.com.

Goldsboro....Hazel Eastwood Bailey, age 87, passed away, Saturday, August 05, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny Owen and Betty Perry Goff; son, Johnny Eastwood.She is survived by her daughters, Connie Harrison of Wilson, Bonnie Weaver (Dwight) of Kenly, Deby Tyndall (Mark) of Wilson, Donna Eastwood of Wendell; sons, Donnie Wayne Eastwood (Pat) of Bailey, Ronnie Eastwood of Elm City, Jimmie Eastwood (Debbie) of Black Creek; step-children, Lisa Batchelor of Zebulon, Clifton Earl Bailey of Wilson, Danny Ray Bailey of Kenly; brother, Billy Goff of Rosewood; eleven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren, six step-grandchildren. A visitation will be held Tuesday, August...

Wilson....Betty Alease Moore Sutton, age 84, passed away Friday, July 28, 2023. She is survived by her daughter, Sylvia Silver of Nashville; sisters, Myrtle Parson of Texas, Linda Mantooth (Edward) of Celeste, Texas, Joyce Ann King (Benny) of Rocky Mount, Evelyn Wooten of Walstonburg; brothers, Allen Moore of Texas, Roy Lee Moore (Arleen) of Sims; grandchildren, Christy Tyson (Bryan) of Nashville, Melissa Small of Wilson; six great-grandchildren. A visitation will be held Friday, August 04, 2023 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Shingleton Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held Saturday, August 05, 2023 at 11:00 am at Bailey Town Cemetery with Chaplain Jeff Williams officiating. ...

Wilson....Larry Jasper Pearce, age 77, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Margaret Burgess Pearce, and his nephew, Keith Pearce. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Williams Pearce of the home; sister, Margaret Pearce Speakman (Brian) of Elizabeth City; brothers, Buddy Pearce of Elizabeth City, Thomas Pearce of South Mills, and Ervin Pearce of South Mills; one niece and two nephews.A graveside memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 02, 2023 at 1:30 pm at Evergreen Memorial Park with the Rev. Donnie Williams officiating. Shingleton Funeral Home is honored to be caring for the Pearce family.Online condolences may be directed to...

March 11, 1946 - July 26, 2023. Larry Jasper Pearce, age 77, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charlie and Margaret Burgess Pearce, and his nephew, Keith Pearce. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Williams Pearce of the home; sister, Margaret Pearce Speakman (Brian) of Elizabeth City; brothers, Buddy Pearce of Elizabeth City, Thomas Pearce of South Mills, and Ervin Pearce of South Mills; one niece and two nephews. A graveside memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 02, 2023 at 1:30 pm at Evergreen Memorial Park with the Rev. Donnie Williams officiating. Shingleton Funeral Home is honored to be caring for the Pearce family.Online...