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Frances Westbrooks Talley
Jun 5, 2025
Frances Westbrooks Talley, a cherished friend, loving wife, devoted mother, and adoring grandmother, passed away on June 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born on July 29, 1946, in Alamance County, she lived a life filled with love, and unwavering spirit.
Frances was well-known in the community for her role as the owner of Baynes Store in Caswell County, NC. Her...
Cheryl Anne Cummings
Jun 3, 2025
Cheryl Anne Cummings, 77, of Elon passed away peacefully Tuesday June 3, 2025 at Alamance Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. She was born on December 13, 1947 to the late James E. Tate and Virginia L. Tate. Cheryl married her best friend and the love of her life David R. Cummings on February 14, 1970 and began an...
Betty Jean Barnes Apple
Jun 3, 2025
Betty Barnes Apple, a beloved member of our community, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. A native of Guilford County, she was born on December 1, 1932, to the late Charlie Herman Barnes and Sallie Louise Webster Barnes. She was married to the late Lewis Edward Apple, Sr., for 55 years.
Betty’s remarkable career spanned over 55 years at...
Thomas Lee Oliver
Jun 2, 2025
Thomas “Tommy” Oliver, 67, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 2, 2025 at Alamance Regional Medical Center. A native of Alamance County, he was born July 29, 1957 to the late Harry Wilson and Sally Louise Miles Oliver and was the husband of 35 years to the late Shirley Hurt Oliver.
Tommy worked at Honda Power Equipment in Quality Control for...
Jean Griffin Fox
Jun 1, 2025
Jean Griffin Fox, passed away on her 79th birthday, June 1, 2025, at Moses Cone Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Irwin County, Georgia in 1946, to the late Cecil Griffin and Ruby Willis Griffin, and was the wife of 35 years to the late Donald "Don" Lynn Fox, Sr. who passed away in 2002.
Jean retired...
Carl Henry Robbins, Jr.
Jun 1, 2025
Carl Henry Robbins, Jr., a cherished father, brother, and friend, departed this world on June 1, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter. Born on April 14, 1945, in Alamance County, North Carolina, Carl was a man whose life revolved around his family. He spent many years of his life serving as a dedicated Truck Driver for Kayser...
Carolyn Jean Blackwelder Stewart
May 31, 2025
Carolyn Stewart left this world on May 31 at the age of 87. The sun was shining brightly in her hometown of Burlington when she crossed into the eternal light and glory of her Savior, Jesus Christ.
Born in Cumberland County, NC she was the daughter of the late Pearl Mansfield and her stepfather John Mansfield, and her father, Lonnie Blackwelder...
Rebecca Settle Springer
May 30, 2025
Rebecca Settle Springer, 77, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025. She was born in Rockingham, North Carolina, to Hiram Dixon Settle and Nina Privett Settle. In 1967, Rebecca married the love of her life, Arthur Conrad Springer. They shared 54 years of marriage filled with deep love and devotion until his passing in 2022.
Rebecca dedicated her life to the...
Bonnie Kaye Reynolds
May 30, 2025
Bonnie Kay Hamm Reynolds, 78, passed away surrounded by family, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion. Born on January 8, 1947, Bonnie lived a full and meaningful life rooted in her deep commitment to family and cherished traditions.
In 1967, Bonnie married the love of her life, Donald T. Reynolds. Together they built a life filled with joy,...
Ricky Dean Puryear
May 29, 2025
Mr. Ricky Dean Puryear, age 72, of Haw River, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at AuthoraCare Hospice Home after several months of failing health.
A native of Alamance County, he was the son of the late Callie Dean Pugh Puryear and was married for 33 years to Mrs. Melva Carol Parrish Puryear, who survives. He...
Toni Gaines Brown
May 28, 2025
Toni Gaines Brown, 67, a beacon of love and devotion, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Alamance Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her cherished family. She was born on September 23, 1957, in Guilford County, to the late Malphus Thomas Gaines and Hazel Bennett Gaines; and was the wife of 45 years to William "Bill" Clifton Brown,...
Delrita Dickens Cottle
May 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of Delrita Dickens Cottle, who departed this life on May 27, 2025.
Born in Alamance County, North Carolina, Delrita lived a life full of strength and wisdom, always laced with her wit and humor. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who touched the...
Marie Gulbranson Kask
May 27, 2025
Ingeborg Marie Gulbranson Kask, age 102, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at Twin Lakes. She lived a life that can only be described as larger than life itself, marked by her extroverted personality and an ever-present sense of humor that lifted the spirits of those around her.
Marie’s journey was one of devotion and service. With an unwavering commitment,...
Denise Moore Loye
May 26, 2025
Denise Moore Loye, 65, of Burlington, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025 at her home and surrounded by her loved ones, after a ten-month battle with Bulbar on-set ALS.
Denise was born May 28, 1959 in Alamance County to Robert William Moore and Joy Payne Walker. She attended Cummings High School, later transferring to Southern Alamance High School where...
Jason Lee Wilkinson
May 26, 2025
Jason Lee Wilkinson, 39, of Graham, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025 surrounded by the family that he loved fiercely.
Jason was born on July 3, 1985 to Linda Wilkinson Bulla. Nicknamed “Worm” by his family, he was devoted to them, never missing an end of the day phone call to his mom and sister. They finished every call...
Katherine Maness Rudd
May 25, 2025
Grace Katherine Maness Rudd, 80, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at the Hospice Home surrounded by her family. She was born in Alamance County and was the daughter of the late Wilbert Jasper and Malissa Phillips Maness. Katherine was married for 47 years to the late Jerry Wayne Rudd.
Katherine was a devoted wife,...
Helen Lance Shirley
May 23, 2025
Helen Eileen Lance Shirley, 81, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025 at Wesley Long Hospital. She was born in Lima, Ohio and was the daughter of the late Raymond and Ruth Riggle Lance. Helen was married for 44 years to her husband, Larry Shirley who survives.
She was previously employed as a loan counselor in the banking industry. Helen was...
Glenna Barry Hensley
May 23, 2025
Glenna Marie Barry Hensley, 86, born March 22, 1939 in Johnson City, Tennessee, passed away on May 23, 2025, in the presence of her family at Alamance Regional Medical Center. She was the daughter of the late Hugh Hamilton Barry and the late Margaret Coffman Barry. Glenna was the wife of 67 years to David P. Hensley of the home.
She...
Sharlene Allen Harrelson
May 22, 2025
Sharlene Allen Harrelson, 79, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 20, 1945, in Pasquotank County, NC, to the late William "Bill" Allen and Julia Perry Allen, and was the wife of 38 years to the late Carlton Harrelson, who left this world far too soon...
Michael Edison Rascoe
May 21, 2025
Michael Edison Rascoe, 82, passed away on May 21, 2025, at Liberty Commons. Born on November 14, 1942, in Alamance County, North Carolina, Michael was the son of the late James Alexander and Dorothy Stutts Rascoe.
Michael proudly served in the United States Army from 1964 to 1967, spending time stationed in Germany during a transformative period...
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