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Betty Hicks Duncan
Apr 30, 2026
Betty Faye Hicks Duncan passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 30, 2026. A native of Burlington, North Carolina, Betty was born on Christmas Day, 1938, to Robert Frederick Hicks and Virginia Fuqua Hicks.
She graduated from Walter Williams High School in Burlington, NC in 1957 and Mary Elizabeth School of Nursing in Raleigh,...
Gary Reid Faucette
May 5, 2026
Gary Reid Faucette, 84, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Alamance Regional Medical Center. A native of Alamance County, he was born June 20, 1941 to the late Henry Clifton Faucette and Bessie Viola Perry Faucette and was the husband of 65 years to Patricia Copeland "Pat” Faucette of the home.
Gary was a...
Harold Leon Ray
May 7, 2026
Harold Leon Ray, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and treasured member of his community, passed away peacefully at his residence on May 7, 2026. Born on September 7, 1951, Harold’s life was a beautiful testament to faith, family, and the simple joys that brought light to his days.
A devoted member of Altamahaw Baptist, Harold was known for his steadfast commitment...
Shannon Patricia Thomas
May 7, 2026
Shannon Patricia Thomas, 41, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at her residence following a lifelong illness. She was born in Fairfield County, CT on August 24, 1984 to Peter Clinton Thomas and Elizabeth Ann Cooney “Beth” Thomas who survive.
As a private editor and a member of the Alamance Writers Club, she dedicated herself to the craft of language...
Britt Maria Ahlander Nordh
May 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Britt Maria Ahlander Nordh on May 5, 2026. Born April 27, 1949, in Sweden, Britt lived a life marked by grace, devotion, and adventure.
A devoted wife, mother, and proud grandmother of seven, Britt dedicated herself to caring for her family and creating a home filled with love and strength....
Bobby Gerald Ray
May 5, 2026
Bobby Gerald Ray, 85, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026, at Hospice of Davidson County. Born on December 17, 1940, Bobby was the son of the late Thomas “Leo” and Lucille Ray.
Bobby proudly served his nation in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, attaining the rank of Specialist E-5. During his military service, he was awarded the...
Dr. Dale O. Steele
May 5, 2026
Dr. Dale Oren Steele, age 92, lived his life here on earth devoted to his Lord Jesus and has now begun his eternal life praising his Lord face to face. Let the celebration begin!
Dale was born October 6, 1933 in Charlotte, North Carolina to the late Robert Ross and Eula Myers Steele. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by...
William Albert "Bill" Page
May 3, 2026
William Albert “Bill” Page, 87, planned and engineered and tinkered, but at the end he rested and passed peacefully from this life on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Born in 1938 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he was raised by his mother, Helen Fitzpatrick Nicholson, in Brainerd, Minnesota, alongside an extended Irish Catholic family. Bill left home at the age of 16 and...
John Patrick Ricks, Jr.
May 2, 2026
John Patrick "Pat" Ricks Jr., passed away on May 2, 2026 at the age of 60.
Pat was born and raised in Virginia Beach, VA. He was the son of John Patrick Ricks Sr. and Beverly Rohanna D'Apolito. He attended First Colonial and Floyd E. Kellam High School in Virginia Beach. He was a wrestling city champion for Virginia Beach Junior...
Karen Holt Lunsford
May 1, 2026
Karen Lee Holt Lunsford, age 60, a native of Alamance County, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, after fighting a battle with cancer.. She passed away peacefully at Peak Resources of Alamance, leaving behind a legacy rich with love, dedication, and cherished memories.
Karen was a woman whose warmth and spirit touched all who knew her....
Steve Gordon Carver
Apr 28, 2026
Steve Gordon Carver, 80, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Mebane Ridge, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 22, 1946 in Person County to the late Jasper Winford Carver and Estelle Hope Ladd Carver and was the husband to the late Jerrie Farrell Carver who died in March 2025.
Steve was a proud graduate...
Matthew Allen Page
Apr 28, 2026
Matthew Allen Page, 39, of Whitsett, NC passed away unexpectedly on April 28, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on February 13, 1987, Matt had a vivacious and uplifting presence, and his energy had a way of boosting those around him. He was truly a light in the lives of everyone who knew him, known for his infectious smile,...
Carol Sutkowski
Apr 26, 2026
A Special Life Remembered
Carol Lee Sutkowski passed away at her home on Sunday, April 26, 2026. Carol was born on May 12, 1947 in Stoughton, Massachusetts to the late Francis and Shirley Holbrook. She was preceded in death by her husband, Stephen P. Sutkowski, Jr. Carol and Steve were married for 38 years.
Carol retired from Legacy Classic Furniture of Greensboro,...
Norma Green Heath
Apr 26, 2026
Ms. Norma Green Heath passed away at the age of 88 in Burlington, NC on April 26, 2026 after a brief illness. Norma is survived by her daughter Cynthia Heath Cash of Burlington, granddaughter Christiana Abigail Cash of Burlington, NC , grandson Graison Heath Mckissick of Raleigh, NC, brother Tim Green( Dawn) of Graham, NC, nieces Ashley Chesson ( Brian)...
Melinda Gay Brown Morris
Apr 26, 2026
Melinda “Gay” Brown Morris, born September 8, 1959, in Alamance County, NC, passed away peacefully at her residence on April 26, 2026. She was a cherished soul who brought beauty and care into the world through her work in horticulture and as a hairstylist.
Gay’s faith was a guiding light in her life. She was an active attendee at Hillside Presbyterian...
David Wayne Howell
Apr 24, 2026
David Wayne Howell, 80, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, April 24, 2026, at his home. He was husband of 49 years to Mary Ann Rice Howell and a resident of Guilford County. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.
In addition to his wife, Mary Ann, David is survived by his children, Paula...
Jeannette Burden Martin
Apr 24, 2026
Jeannette Burden Martin, 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2026, at Moses Cone Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 26, 1943 in Alamance County, to the late Harry and Mabel Isley Burden and was the wife to James Franklin "Frank" Martin who survives.
Jeannette’s professional life was a testament to her passion and dedication....
Jamie Hayes Sanders
Apr 23, 2026
Jamie Jean Hayes Sanders, 71, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at her residence. She was born in Davidson County on February 13, 1955 to the late Samuel Brady Hayes and Betty Jean Carolyn Felts Hayes and was the wife of 37 years to William “Bill” Marshall Sanders of the home.
Jamie graduated from TIA...
Raymond "Ray" Edward Bell
Apr 23, 2026
Raymond Edward Bell, Jr., 85, affectionately known to many as "Ray," passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 6, 1941 in Alamance County to the late Raymond Edward Bell Sr. and Mary Reba Johnson Bell, and was the husband to Dianne McPherson Bell who survives.
Ray devoted more than thirty...
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