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Dr. Lee Corbitt Currin, of Winston Salem and formerly of Louisburg, passed away on Thursday, May 12, 2022. He was born on October 20, 1951 in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late Nathaniel Lee and Elsie Corbitt Currin. Dr. Currin is survived by his wife, Cynthia Lou Davenport Currin; his daughters and son-in-law, Kimberly Currin and Emily Paxton and her husband, Ian; and his grandchildren, Jack and Cara Paxton. Dr. Currin received his undergraduate education at Duke University and his Doctorate of Dentistry from the University of North Carolina. He ran his own dentistry practice in Louisburg from 1978 until 2017 when he sold but continued seeing patients for several years. He and Cindy moved...

Rachel Ann Foster Denton, 90, of Louisburg, NC passed away on April 21, 2022. She was born in Franklin County on February 20, 1932, to the late John Luther and Mattie Snow Murphy Foster. In addition to her parents, Rachel was preceded in death by her husband, Major Thomas Denton; three sisters; and seven brothers. Rachel is survived by her daughter, Karen Ann Denton Mitchell of Charlotte; her granddaughter, Michele Mitchell of New York City; sisters, Lois King of Louisburg and Linda Rich of Castalia; her "foster daughter", Camille Blommer; special friends, Julie Dalton Loos and Jane Dalton Currin; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Rachel graduated from Gold Sand High School with the...

David Lee Wilder, Jr., 77, of Castalia passed away on February 27, 2022. David was born on November 13, 1944 to the late David Sr. and Lelia May Wilder. David is survived by his wife, Meredith Loyd Wilder; his son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Susan Wilder; grandsons, Daniel Lee Wilder, and Trevor Wilder; his great-grandbaby, Sawyer; and his sister, Dr. Dorothy Wilder. David retired from the NCDOT with over 32 years of service. He was a natural leader who encouraged others and was always willing to help others. David enjoyed his hobbies of farming, hunting, and fishing, as well as operating heavy equipment to build ponds and clear land. He was a practical jokester and had a sensitive...

Thomas Junious Harris, age 98, passed away on January 9, 2022. Thomas was born to the late Robert Clarence and Gertrude Dement Harris on April 20, 1923. In addition to his parents, Thomas was predeceased by a son, Robert Arthur Harris; a daughter, Teresa Gail Harris; a grandson, Matthew Thomas Harris; and brothers, H.D. Harris and Ezra "Ray" Harris. Thomas is survived by his wife Dorothy Evans Harris; his son, Wayne Harris; two grandchildren, Teresa Ayscue and David Harris (Brandi); and four great-grandchildren, Kevin James Strickland, Thomas Cole Strickland, Tanner Reece Ayscue, and Anabelle Grace Harris. Thomas served his country in the U.S. Navy and was active in the American Legion. ...

Medicus E. (Med) Bragg, age 97, passed away on November 26, 2021 at his home. Med was born in the Pocomoke community of Granville County to the late Bayard L. Bragg and Norma Moore Bragg in 1924. He attended N.C. State University, but left to serve his country in the U.S. Army during World War II. After the war, he graduated from Wake Forest University and began work at his family's cotton gin in Franklinton. After his 1954 marriage to Louise Strother Bragg, who predeceased him in 2016, the couple moved to Washington, D.C. where he received a master's degree from George Washington University while working for the U.S. Senate Library. In 1964, the couple and their children relocated to...

Mary Jane McCutchan, 91, of Wake Forest, NC passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021. She was born April 12, 1930 in Oswego, NY to the late Martin D. Moshier, Sr. and Ann VanPatten Moshier. Mary Jane Moshier Campbell McCutchan passed away at the home of her eldest daughter in Wake Forest, NC. She entered this life alongside her twin brother, Bernard (Jack) Moshier of Sterling, NY. Raised with her five brothers in Oswego, NY, she married Warren E. Campbell, helped build a successful dairy farm in Sterling and raised six children. She gladly opened her home and heart to other kids who needed her along the way. Mary Jane traveled through life with an open heart, a strong will, and an...

Mary Jane McCutchan, 91, of Wake Forest, NC passed away Saturday, November 13, 2021. She was born April 12, 1930 in Oswego, NY to the late Martin D. Moshier, Sr. and Ann VanPatten Moshier. Mary Jane Moshier Campbell McCutchan passed away at the home of her eldest daughter in Wake Forest, NC. She entered this life alongside her twin brother, Bernard (Jack) Moshier of Sterling, NY. Raised with her five brothers in Oswego, NY, she married Warren E. Campbell, helped build a successful dairy farm in Sterling and raised six children. She gladly opened her home and heart to other kids who needed her along the way. Mary Jane traveled through life with an open heart, a strong will, and an...

Sharon Fleming Mullen Watts, 69, died on October 5, 2021. She was born August 8, 1952 to the late William Wallace and Frances Winston Mullen. Sharon is survived by her husband, William Keith Watts; her son, William Winston Watts; her sister, Merle Cochrane; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Sharon was devoted to her family, friends, and she was the family historian and loved Franklin County and Youngsville. Sharon was an elementary school teacher until the birth of her son, whom she then homeschooled. She was a devoted Christian and a member of Calvary Baptist Church in New Bern. A graveside funeral service will be held at 10:30am on Friday October 8, 2021 at Oak Level...

Audrey Jackson Light, 66, of Wake Forest, NC, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2021, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Audrey grew up in Wake Forest where she was very active in church. She enjoyed entertaining family and friends, relaxing at the lake, and spending time with her kids. Audrey was predeceased by her parents, James Fell Jackson and Gladys Upchurch Jackson. She is survived by her sister Ann Jordan, her children James Carter, Angela Light, Amber Milton, and her grandchildren Joshua, Christopher, Zachary, Michelle, Ashley, Ricky Jr., and Rayleigh. A Celebration Of Life will be held at Life Church located at 247 S. Allen Rd., Wake Forest, NC on Saturday 25, 2021 at...

Weltha Jean Adams Kirk, 81, of Rolesville, passed away on April 13, 2021. She was born in Harts, WV on February 1, 1940 to the late Millard and Armilda Ramey Adams. Jean is survived by her loving husband of 64 years, Lucian Tracy Kirk; her daughter, Vickie Lucas (Tom); her son, Brian Kirk (Patricia); five grandchildren, Traci Fala (Pete), Trent Lucas (Brandi), Shanai Kirk, Christopher Jones (Jill), Kimberly Bentley (Michael); and her eight great-grandchildren, Ollie, Roxy, Garrett, Soloman, Savannah, Cammie, Caleb, and Ethan. Also surviving are her three sisters, Charlotte Smith (Ray), Darlene Godfrey, and Lily Church; a special nephew, Steve Kirk; and numerous other nieces and...

Mary Barbara Draper Ogg, 90, of Hollister passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020 at The Heritage Retirement Center in Rocky Mount, NC. Mary was born in Utica, NY on March 21, 1930 to the late Irving Nathan & Anna Warmuth Draper. She attended Kernan School until her family moved to Westmoreland where she graduated from Westmoreland Central School in 1948. She was employed by G.E. & NY Telephone Company in both the Utica and Rome offices. She was married to James Yero in 1950 until he passed in 1961. In 1964 she married Hans Ogg and they lived in the Rome-Westmoreland area until Hans passed. Mary was an avid skier and traveler. In addition to her parents and husbands, she was...

Betty Jane Skokauckas Hooko, 85, of Franklinton, NC, passed away on August 18, 2020. She was born in Endicott, NY on February 22, 1935 to the late John and Mary Varga Skokauckas. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph "Charles" Hooko; a daughter, Anne Rose; and a sister, Bonnie Curry. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Betty is survived by her daughters, Suzanne Boyle, Cathy Shannahan (John), Cynthia Jefferies, and Anita Ferguson; her son, Jason Hooko (Melanie); a son-in-law, Mark Rose; thirteen grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren. Online condolences may be made to www.lancasterfcs.com.

Brian Noel Larkin, born December 24th 1939, passed away August 13, 2020, with his son and daughter beside him. He was a graduate of LaSalle Academy and Providence College with a degree in Mathematics. During his career Brian was fortunate to travel the world, visiting much of Southeast Asia, Australia, South America, and Europe. In retirement, he was equally fortunate to travel around the United States, living as he pleased, for the last 30 years. He loved being a grandfather. He had a passion for crossword puzzles, his pets, and he truly enjoyed spending time with his life-long friends. He is survived by his son Michael, his daughter Rebecca, and his brother Dennis, their families, and...

Elsie Grey Stanley Harris went home to her Lord on August 12, 2020 at the age of ninety-six. She was born on October 21, 1923, the first living child of William Earl Stanley and Olivia Emory Stanley. Elsie was born with beauty, ability, talent and a happy, energetic nature. Being lucky enough to be reared by intelligent, Christian parents, she was a blessing to all who knew her. Her sister, Marjorie and her brother William Stanley Jr. predeceased her, but she is survived by two brothers, John E. Stanley and Billy Van Stanley (Barbara). She was married quite young to Raymond E. Harris, who died in 2003. He was a man she dearly loved whose family she came to love also. She was an able and...

Rayford L. Pate, 82 of Raleigh, died peacefully April 29, 2020. Rayford was born December 17, 1937 in Sumpter, SC to Vernon and Antonia Pate. He attended Sumter High School, Elon College and enjoyed a long and successful career with Phillips Petroleum Company. He was an avid golfer and skier and loved to travel and spend time with family and friends at the beach. He is survived by his children, Cheryl Pate Meier, Elizabeth Pate Readmond; grandchildren, Matthew, Marc and Shelby Meier, Bryce and Marissa Readmond and his great grandchildren, Coby and Carter Meier; his nephew and niece Danny and Janet Pate and his beloved cousin Carol Lee Reese. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later...

Bobby Wayne Peters, 83, of Youngsville passed away on March 6, 2020. He was born in Carter County, Tennessee on December 5, 1936 to the late Wade and Anne Bailey Peters. In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his wife, Mittie Davis Peters and daughter, Patricia Ann Peters. Bobby retired from the U.S. Air Force and Department of Defense. He loved the Lord, his family and playing golf. He is survived by his daughters: Minnie Ruth Shirey, husband Richard and Bobbie Horton, husband Ricky both of Franklinton, North Carolina, 7 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren, sisters; Loretta Julian, Mary Ann Dix and Shirley Jeffers, and many nieces and...

Michael Anthony Patterson, 54 of Nashville, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, February 19, 2020. He was born on November 15, 1965 to the late Edward Perry and Carolyn Goodyear Patterson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Donnie R. Patterson. Mike was a very loving, kind, and giving person, he could make you smile and laugh on the worst of days. He loved watching classic television, and knew the lines to almost every episode of MASH. Mike collected die-cast cars and trucks. The family will receive friends Saturday night from 6 - 7:30 pm at Lancaster Funeral and Cremation Services, 804 N. Bickett Blvd., Louisburg. Funeral services will held...

Eugene Edward Denmark, 87, of Henderson, NC passed peacefully to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at Rex Hospital. Born on August 15, 1932 in Ithaca, NY to the late Howard and Ruth Handlen Denmark. Eugene served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War where he met his late wife Antoinette Ann Denmark, and they were married for 41 years. In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Denmark was preceded in death by his sisters and brothers-in-law, Shirley and Richard Jones and Elizabeth and Charles Ashley. He was a devout Catholic, a hardworker, and enjoyed fishing, hunting and athletics. He was very proud of his family and loved them dearly. A funeral...