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Ronald William Wright

Ronald William Wright

Sep 30, 2023

Ronald William Wright, 61, passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Chatham Hospital surrounded by his family.  He was born in Guilford County to Fred Flinchum and the late Virginia Dare Pugh Flinchum.  Ronald was married to Maria Leticia Castillo Guevara and they had been together for over 16 years.

He was employed by Allen Harim Farms.  Ronald loved...

Carolyn Marie Thomas Hinshaw

Carolyn Marie Thomas Hinshaw

Sep 29, 2023

Carolyn Thomas Hinshaw, 75, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023 at ARMC. She was the daughter of the late James Lacy Thomas, Jr. and Hazel Wright Thomas and wife of the late Mike Hinshaw who died in 2022.

Carolyn was employed with the Graham Police Department for several years, worked in the Alamance County Jail and with the UNC...

Kathryn Straney Hallahan

Kathryn Straney Hallahan

Sep 27, 2023

Kathryn (“Kay”) Straney Hallahan, 81, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Sister-in-law, Aunt and friend, passed away suddenly on September 27, 2023.

Born in New York City on July 17, 1942, Kay lived in New York until 1977 when she moved with her children to North Carolina and resided until the summer of 1989 when she moved back to New York to...

David Lee Miles

David Lee Miles

Sep 25, 2023

Burlington – David Lee Miles, 60, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 25 2023.  He was a native of Alamance County and the son of to the late Rev. Danny Lee Miles and Linda Garrison Miles and was the husband of 34 years to Suzanne Woody Miles who survives.

  David was a member of Friendly...

Sylvia Jean Songer Thompson

Sylvia Jean Songer Thompson

Sep 24, 2023

Sylvia Jean Songer Thompson, 84, went to her heavenly home on Sunday, September 24, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. God welcomed her home with open arms.  She had just celebrated her 84th birthday the day before and her family was so blessed to share that time with her.

Jean was born in Giles County, Virginia on September 23, 1939...

James "Jim" George Ezekiel, Sr.

James "Jim" George Ezekiel, Sr.

Sep 24, 2023

James “Jim” George Ezekiel, Sr. (70) went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 24th, 2023. A visitation will be held at Lowe Funeral Home from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, September 29th. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, September 30th at 11 a.m. at Gibsonville United Methodist Church where he was a member for...

Betty Pfaff Settlemyre

Betty Pfaff Settlemyre

Sep 23, 2023

     Betty Pfaff Settlemyre, 94, loving wife and mother, passed away peacefully at the Village of Brookwood in Burlington, NC on September 23, 2023 with dearest friend, Billy Swain, by her side.

    Betty was born in Winston-Salem on July 18, 1929 to James Winfred and Elvin Jeannette Pfaff and was the wife of 62 years to the late...

Clennon Lee Apple

Clennon Lee Apple

Sep 23, 2023

Clennon Lee Apple, 74, went to his heavenly home on Saturday, September 23, 2023.  He was a native of Alamance County and the son of the late Robert Lee and Elva Smith Apple.

Clennon is survived by his wife of 55 years, Sylvia Bridges Apple, daughter Shannon Carter (Steve), son Wes Apple, granddaughters Erin Dail (Jennings) and Katy Riggan (Robert),...

Suzette Marie Thornton

Suzette Marie Thornton

Sep 22, 2023

Suzette Marie Thornton, 52, of Burlington, NC, passed away on Friday, September 22, 2023, at Alamance Regional Medical Center surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on April 16th, 1971. She was the daughter of Keith and Barbara Clark and the late Helen Carden Clark.

She is survived by her husband of seven years, Tim Thornton; daughter, Ashley Potter...

Douglas "Doug" Roland Linnens

Douglas "Doug" Roland Linnens

Sep 22, 2023

Burlington – Douglas “Doug” Roland Linnens, 94, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 22, 2023. He was a native of Alamance County and the son of the late John and Ethel Guthrie Linnens. He was the husband of 70 years to Annie Sykes Linnens who died in 2019.

Doug retired as a shipping manager in the...

Julie King Terrell

Julie King Terrell

Sep 19, 2023

Julie King Terrell, 60, passed away on Tuesday, September 19 at her home in Mebane. She was born on St. Patrick’s Day in 1963 to her loving parents, the late Sylvia “Meemaw” Riley King and Merlin “Merle” Thomas King. For her entire life, she was bright and colorful, both in soul and in physical presence.

Julie was a multi-talented creative...

Kay Summers Morris

Kay Summers Morris

Sep 19, 2023

Kay Elizabeth Summers Morris, age 73, passed away on September 19, 2023 at Duke University Hospital with her loving husband by her side. 

Kay was born on January 14, 1950 in Burlington, NC and took her place as the second child of Betty Sue Drake and Joseph William (J.W.) Summers, Jr.  Along with older sister Betty Jo and younger brother...

Elaine Linda Job Avillion

Elaine Linda Job Avillion

Sep 18, 2023

Elaine Linda Job Avillion, 69, passed away at home on Monday, September 18, 2023. She was born on March 6, 1954 in Somerville, NJ to the late Kenneth Mason Job and Dolores Elaine Schultz Job.  She spent her childhood in Freeland, PA, attended nursing school, and married her high school sweetheart, Vince.

Elaine carried herself with confidence, always smiling and...

Peggy Wright Truitt

Peggy Wright Truitt

Sep 18, 2023

Peggy Ann Wright Truitt, 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 18, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on September 3, 1937 in Grayson County, VA to the late Wilbur Bruce Wright and Gladys Virginia Hawks Wright.

Peggy retired after 44 years from Carolina Biological Supply Company and was a member of First Baptist Church...

Tommy Keith Jordan

Tommy Keith Jordan

Sep 17, 2023

Tommy Keith Jordan, 78, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 17, 2023. He was born on in Alamance County to the late Richard Adam Jordan, Sr. and Alease Catherine Ina Minor Jordan, and was the husband of 52 years to Faye Warren Jordan who survives.

Tommy was employed with Kayser Roth for many years and retired...

JoAnn Pethel Barber Sutton

JoAnn Pethel Barber Sutton

Sep 16, 2023

    JoAnn Pethel Barber Sutton, 87, went home to be with her Lord on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Cabarrus County and the daughter of the late Bruner Wertz Pethel and Mary Cline Pethel.

   JoAnn was a longtime member of Springwood Presbyterian Church where she played...

Randy Eugene Wood

Randy Eugene Wood

Sep 16, 2023

Randy Eugene Wood, known for his vibrant personality and beloved by all who knew him, passed away on September 16, 2023. He was born on March 29, 1949, in Alamance County. Randy had a joyous spirit that touched the lives of countless individuals throughout his life.Randy dedicated his career to the maintenance department at Alamance Community College and upon retirement,...

Teddy Lee Duggins

Teddy Lee Duggins

Sep 15, 2023

Teddy "Ted" Lee Duggins passed away on September 15, 2023 at the age of 85. Born on August 29, 1938, in Guilford County, Ted lived a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and compassion.Ted dedicated over four decades of his life to Guilford Mills, where he worked as an Inventory Control Supervisor before retiring. His commitment and loyalty were unmatched,...

LuEller Wood Ingold

LuEller Wood Ingold

Sep 15, 2023

    LuEller Wood Ingold, 99, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, September 15, 2023 at Clapp’s Nursing Home surrounded by her family. She was a native of Guilford County and the wife of 71 years to the late James “Jim” Denny Ingold. She was the daughter of the late Thomas Edgar and Maude Huffines Wood.

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James Barnes Weeks

James Barnes Weeks

Sep 14, 2023

James (Jim) Barnes Weeks, age 82, peacefully entered heaven on September 14, 2023, following a courageous battle against cancer. He was born in Sampson County on June 23, 1941, and throughout his remarkable life, he touched the hearts of many.

Jim's journey was one of dedication, resilience, connection & fun. Jim graduated as valedictorian from Hobbton High School and graduated...

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