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Hettie Forbes Moore
Jun 19, 2026
Mrs. Hettie Forbes Moore, 86, of Graham, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026.
Hettie was born January 14, 1940 in Rockingham County to George Forbes, Jr. and Cora Perry Forbes. With her wide variety of work history and hobbies, she was known to many in the community. She owned Micki-Lynn’s Dress Shop for several years in the 1980s and...
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Shepherd Stephens
Jun 22, 2026
Gwendolyn “Gwen” Shepherd Stephens, 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Alamance Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 19, 1935, in Randolph County, NC, to the late Edd Amos Shepherd and Ruth Elizabeth Matkins Shepherd. Gwen’s presence graced the lives of all who knew her, leaving a legacy of kindness,...
Sharon Lee Heckman
Jun 27, 2026
Sharon Lee Allen Heckman, 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026 followed by a lengthy illness. A service to celebrate her life will be held at a later date.
The full obituary will be forthcoming.
Harold Earl Harvey, Sr.
Jun 26, 2026
Harold Earl “Cricket” Harvey, Sr., born on June 19, 1942, in Alamance County, North Carolina, passed away on June 26, 2026, at Duke University Medical Center. He was 84 years old.
“Cricket” led a remarkable life defined by commitment to his family, his career, and his community. He was the beloved husband for 58 years to Ann Miles Harvey, who survives...
Randal "Randy" Moore Scoggins
Jun 24, 2026
Randal Moore Scoggins, beloved husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend passed from his earthly home and entered his eternal home in glory with Jesus Christ his Savior on Wed, June 24, 2026. Randy fought a lengthy battle against Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) lung disease, diabetes, RA and in the end congestive heart failure and renal failure. He had a massive...
Donald James Winkler
Jun 23, 2026
Donald James Winkler, age 73, was born January 20, 1953 in Stevens Point, Wisconsin and passed away peacefully at his home in Snow Camp, NC on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 after several months of failing health. His memory will be deeply cherished by family and friends alike.
A life defined by commitment and honor, Donald dedicated over...
Pam Campbell King
Jun 21, 2026
Pamela Campbell King, 67, of Elon, N.C., passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2026 at her home, surrounded by her family.
Pam was born on December 8, 1958 in Burlington, N.C. She was a graduate of Williams High School and furthered her education by attending college courses and studying management, always striving to expand her knowledge and skills throughout her career....
Calvin James Cahoon
Jun 20, 2026
Calvin James Cahoon, of Elon, North Carolina, age 13, passed away on June 20, 2026, from injuries sustained in a tragic automobile accident.
Calvin was born on January 31, 2013, in Alamance County, North Carolina. His life, though far too brief, was filled with love, kindness, determination, and joy. He was a rising 8th grader at Western Alamance Middle School, where...
Aldo Plata
Jun 19, 2026
Baby Boy Aldo Plata, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026 at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Forsyth County, NC.
His parents, brother, sister, grandparents and other family members were waiting patiently for his arrival, but God had another plan for baby Aldo. He is now up in heaven with all the angels.
Aldo is survived by his loving parents, Benita Guillen...
Wanda Sue Bradshaw Bayliff
Jun 19, 2026
The family of Wanda Sue Bradshaw Bayliff announces her passing on June 19, 2026.
Wanda was born on August 6, 1941, in Alamance County to Walsie Jack Bradshaw and Eunice Mary Billings. She was a devout Christian who loved the Lord, and before her illness took over, she was at church every time the doors were open.
Wanda was married to the...
Wesley Page Mills
Jun 19, 2026
Wesley Page Mills passed away peacefully at his home on June 19, 2026, from complications of pulmonary fibrosis.
Born on January 9, 1941, in Rockingham County, North Carolina, Wesley was the son of G.W. Mills, and Sally Ann Page Mills. Raised on a farm, he developed a lifelong love of farming, machinery, and auto repair that would shape both his career...
Mary Loyd Beck
Jun 16, 2026
Mary Loyd Beck, 78, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving and devoted family. She was born on January 17th, 1948, in Halifax VA, to the late Thomas Hausen Wilborn and Mary Loyd Wilborn.
Mary dedicated much of her professional life to the manufacturing industry, retiring...
Donna Rhymer Spangler
Jun 16, 2026
Donna Mae Rhymer Spangler, 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at her daughter’s home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 21, 1933, in Fairfield County, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd Eddison Rhymer and Alice Morgan Rhymer. She was the beloved wife of the late Boyd Herman “Bud” Spangler, Jr.,...
Lucille Craddock Hensley
Jun 16, 2026
Annie Lucille (Lou) Craddock Hensley, age 94, left her earthly body on June 16, 2026 to meet her Lord and Savior face to face. We know she was greeted at the gates by Christ himself “Well done, my good and faithful servant.” Now she is reunited with all her precious family members who went on before her and have now...
Doris Fizer Whitely
Jun 14, 2026
Doris Fizer Whitely, 92, of Burlington, NC, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Doris was one of five siblings and was born in Bedford, VA, on December 6, 1933, to the late Glenn and Grace Fizer. She graduated from Bedford High School and Phillips Business College. That completed her formal education, but she never stopped learning...
Anne Squires Forbis
Jun 13, 2026
Anne Squires Forbis, age 73, left the shackles of her earthly body on June 13, 2026 to meet her Lord and Savior face to face. Heaven now celebrates her long-awaited arrival. ‘Anna’ (Jesus called her) adds her voice to the saints and elder’s symphony. She is caught up in passionate song and dance around the throne, casting her crowns at...
Louise Mercer Roberts
Jun 13, 2026
Louise Mercer Roberts, 88, went home to be with her heavenly Father on Saturday, June 13, 2026. She was born in Wilson County and was the daughter of the late Thomas Byard Mercer and Iva Worrell Mercer. She shared more than 50 wonderful years of marriage with the love of her life, the late Carlton A. Roberts.
She was a devoted...
Dewey Chidster Willen
Jun 13, 2026
Dewey Willen went home to be with his Lord and Savior on June 13, 2026. Dewey was born on July 3, 1942 in Clinton, KY., to the late Dewey Allen Willen and Lula Ermon Dennis Willen.
Dewey was a member of Kinnett Memorial Baptist Church in Burlington, and enjoyed going until his health declined. He retired from United Parcel Service, after...
Paul Frederick "Rick" Van Vorous
Jun 12, 2026
Paul Frederick "Rick" Van Vorous, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, passed away at age 70 on June 12, 2026, at Alamance Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. Born on March 24, 1956, in Lansing, MI, Rick was raised in Boulder, CO, before moving to Albuquerque, NM, and eventually settling in Burlington, NC, where he made a...
Rachel Loftis Smith
Jun 12, 2026
Rachel Loftis Smith, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her community, went to be with her Savior on Friday, June 12, 2026. Born on April 17, 1938, Rachel's life was the embodiment of a Proverbs 31 woman. She will be remembered for her genuine deep abiding faith, her unconditional love for her family and friends, her steadfast devotion...
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