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Joretta Hall Norman
Apr 13, 2024
BURLINGTON, NC – Joretta Hall Norman, 91, died peacefully on April 13 at Moneta Springs memory care center in the Twin Lakes Community.
She is survived by her high school sweetheart and husband of 68 years, James W. Norman, who faithfully cared for her during her prolonged journey with Alzheimer’s disease.
In addition to her husband, Joretta is survived by two daughters,...
William Keith Hyder
Apr 12, 2024
William Keith Hyder, affectionately known as Keith, a beacon of generosity and kindness who touched lives of many with his heart of gold. peacefully passed away on April 12, 2024.
Keith was born on December 29, 1959, to his parents, William Earl Hyder, Jr. and Patty Cheek Hyder. Keith learned the values of family, compassion, and sharing from an early age....
Linnie Clarence Burnett
Apr 11, 2024
Mr. Linnie Clarence Burnett, 87, of Burlington passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the Durham VA surrounded by family.
He was born in Surry County on March 1st, 1937 to the late Linnie K. Burnett and Ethel Mae Blevins Burnett. He proudly served in the U.S. Army, and also worked for many years as a truck driver. Upon...
William "Bill" Claude Watford
Apr 11, 2024
William "Bill" Claude Watford, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024. He was born on September 9, 1945, in Florence, South Carolina to Claude Lester Watford and Katie Knotts Watford. Bill dedicated many years of his life to working as a knitting technical manager in hosiery mills, retiring from Berkshire Hosiery (Lemco) where his hard work and leadership were truly valued. After...
Birean Titus Cardner Doerfler
Apr 10, 2024
Birean Titus Cardner Doerfler, 77, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at Duke Hospital surrounded by her loving family. A native of Syracuse, NY, she was the daughter of the late Birn and Jean Cardner, and she was married for over 50 years to Donald Lee Doerfler, who survives.
Birean was a teacher for many years in the public school...
Carl Douglas Mervyn
Apr 10, 2024
Carl Douglas “Merv” Mervyn, 75, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Alamance Regional Medical Center. He was born April 20, 1948 to the late Percy R. and Edna P. Hall Mervyn and was the husband of 47 years to Elizabeth Mervyn.
Merv was raised in Whittemore, Michigan and graduated from Whittemore-Prescott High School. He received his Associates Degree...
Joseph Franklin Myers
Apr 10, 2024
Joseph Franklin Myers, 84, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the Hospice Home surrounded by his loving family. A native of Chase City, VA, he was the son of the late Charlie and Minnie Cauldle Myers and was married to over 64 years to Carolyn Ann Cline Myers, who survives.
Joe retired as a Master Sargeant from the U.S....
Rev. Bobby Franklin Fann
Apr 9, 2024
Rev. Bobby Franklin Fann, 85, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at his daughter’s home surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Johnny Thilmar and Ruby Lowe Fann and was the husband of the late Patsy Taylor Fann who went to be with the Lord in 2014.
Rev. Fann...
Rachel Kathleen Bollinger
Apr 9, 2024
Rachel K. Bollinger, 84, of Burlington, NC. Formerly of Hopewell, VA, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Kirby F. and Louise Ayers Bollinger and was preceded in death by her sister, Patricia B. Chappell and brother-in-law, Claude F. Gibson.
She is survived by her two sons; Lewis John Basil of Whitsett, NC and...
Lorine Fitch Totten
Apr 8, 2024
Lorine Elizabeth Fitch Totten passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024 surrounded by the love of her family. She was 86 years old.
Lorine was born on January 21, 1938 in the Anderson community of Caswell County. She was the daughter of Abner S. Fitch and Lizzie Mae Boswell Fitch. As one of six children, Lorine was...
Robert "Bob" Yankle II
Apr 5, 2024
Retired LCDR Robert Palmer “Bob” Yankle II, 76, went home to be with his Savior on Friday April 5, 2024 at Alamance Regional Medical Center. He was born in Flint, Michigan on December 6, 1947 to the late Robert Palmer Yankle Sr. and Evelyn Lauryne Holler Yankle.
A proud “Michigander”, he grew up enjoying spending time with his parents and siblings, playing...
Glenda Jean Winfree Wages
Apr 5, 2024
Glenda Jean Winfree Wages, 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 5, 2024 at her son’s home surrounded by her family. She was born on April 11, 1941 in Stanly, NC to the late Robert Basil Winfree and Alta Rae Tucker Winfree, and was the wife of 34 years to the late Joseph Elvis Wages who died in August 2023.
Glenda...
Debbie Davenport
Apr 4, 2024
Burlington – Debra Kay Baker “Debbie” Davenport, 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at the Hospice Home surrounded by her family. She was born in Salina, KS, on December 31, 1953 to the late Billy Joe and Barbara Joan Morlock Baker and was the wife of the late Lane Davenport.
Debbie loved helping others and giving to the...
William "Willie" Cruz Burgos
Apr 4, 2024
William “Willie” Cruz Burgos, 78, passed away suddenly on Thursday April 4, 2024 at his home. He was born on January 5, 1946 in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico to the late Guillermo Cruz Hurtado and Carmen Burgos Rodriguez, and was the husband of 44 years to Maria Evelyn Hernandez Cruz of the home.
William retired after 40 years with Pass &...
Rev. Dr. John Elliotte Harwood, Jr.
Apr 3, 2024
Rev. Dr. John Elliotte Harwood, Jr., age 88, of Elon, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Alamance Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.
Born in Prince Edward County, VA, he was the son of the late John E. Harwood, Sr. and the late Mary Scott Martin Harwood and was married for 51 years to...
Janet Marie Phillips Jones
Apr 3, 2024
Janet Marie Phillips Jones, 68, of Graham passed away April 3, 2024. Janet was born in Alamance County to the late William Gordon Phillips, Sr. and Jacqueline McKinney Phillips on April 8, 1955.
Janet is a 1973 graduate of Hugh M. Cummings High School. She worked as a data entry clerk for many years at Camera Corner in Burlington.
She is survived...
Jane Walker Swinney
Apr 2, 2024
Graham – Jane Sue Walker Swinney, 93, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at The Oaks of Alamance. A native of Alamance County, she was born July 23, 1930 to the late Julian Franklin and Nellie Sue Hall Walker and was the wife of 67 years to Rev. Cleo Donald “Don” Swinney of the...
Jean King Garrison
Apr 2, 2024
Jean King Crutchfield Garrison, 90, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Liberty Commons. She was the wife of 35 years to the late Bobby Vernon Garrison.
Jean was employed for many years with Kernodle Clinic. She was a longtime member of Lakeview Community Church. She was a member of the Happy Timer’s Sunday School...
Harold Dean "Sonny" Oliver
Apr 1, 2024
Mr. Harold D. Oliver, “Sonny” passed away peacefully on Monday, April 1, 2024. He was born December 7, 1929 to the late Edgar F. Oliver and Sadie Hamilton Oliver, the second of thirteen children.
Sonny graduated from Pleasant Grove School. After serving as S. Sgt. in the United States Air Force, he completed a degree from Burlington Business College. And was...
John Harvey Hillary
Apr 1, 2024
John Harvey Hillary, 94, passed away on Monday, April 1, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Seattle, WA and was married to Donna Jean Hillary for 24 years.
John was a U.S. Navy veteran. He was a member of St. Marks Church and the Christian Workers Class. John enjoyed wood working, loved history and was an avid reader. He...
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