All Obituaries

Mr. Willie F. Luddley, 76, of Raleigh, NC departed this earthly life on Tuesday January 19, 2021.  Arrangements are pending.

Mrs. Alice R. Eubanks Patterson, 94, of Morrisviille, nc departed this earthly life on Monday January 18, 2021.  Arrangements are pending.

Mr. Edrick Deshun Dunn, 35, of Raleigh, NC departed this earthly life on Monday January 18, 2021.  Arrangements are pending.

Wade Hampton Smith, Sr. was born on July 19, 1928 from the union of the late Howard and Julia Maye Smith of Raleigh, NC. He passed on to his heavenly rest on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at 8:55pm. Wade was married to the late Marceline Laws Smith for over fifty years and was blessed with five children, Ava (deceased), Wade Jr. (deceased), Michael (Renee), Kerry (Dora), and Clifton Leroy. Wade was a dedicated husband and father. His life was highlighted by his dedicated work ethic as he...

Ms. Betsy Jeanette Bryant, 82, departed this earthly life on Thursday January 14, 2021.  Her service arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Mrs. Eloise Cofield Hilliard, 90, of Clayton, NC departed this earthly life on Tuesday January 12, 2021.  A Memorial Service is planned for Friday, January 22. 2021 in the C A Haywood, Sr. Memorial Chapel beginning at 11:00 AM.  Her Entombment will take place following the service at St. Ambrose Episcopal Church, 813 Darby Street, Raleigh, NC.  In lieu of flowers her family is requesting that contributions be made to the St. Ambrose Episcopal Church EYC, 813 Darby Street,...

Ms. Annie M. Crawford, 96, of Raleigh, NC departed this earthly life on Tuesday January 12, 2021.  Her Celebration of Life service  will be held on Tuesday January 19, 2021 beginning at 11:00 AM in the C A Haywood, Sr. Memorial Chapel.  There is no public viewing planned for Monday the 18th. The Interment follows the service at Carolina Biblical Gardens, 1530 Creech Road, Garner, NC. ***Please Note:  We are requesting that all in attendance wear a face covering or...

Mr. Dylan Hunter Willingham, 20, of Raleigh, NC departed this earthly life on Sunday January 10, 2021.  A Memorial Service is scheduled for 2:30 PM Tuesday, January 19, 2021 in the C A Haywood, Sr. Memorial Chapel.  ***Please Note:  We are requesting that all in attendance wear a face covering or mask for the service.  Also know that 6 feet of social distancing is expected.  We are limited to accept a total of 50 individuals per the State guidelines for any indoor...

Ms. Gwendolyn Gilchrist Johnson, 66, of Raleigh, NC departed this earthly life on Sunday January 10, 2021.  Her Celebration of Life Service is scheduled for Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 11:00 AM in the C A Haywood, Sr. Memorial Chapel, 2415 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC.  A 10:00 AM visitation will precede the 11:00 AM service.  On Friday, January 15, 2021, there will be a public "walk through viewing" for Gwendolyn from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the funeral...

Ronald Eugene Morgan, the youngest son of Joseph Morgan, Jr. and Mary Morgan, was born on December 10, 1964. Ron, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, departed this life and took his flight to get his reward on January 9, 2021. During his early years, Ron was a member of the Pentecostal United Holy Church of America. Later in his adult life, he was affiliated with World Overcomers. Ron was a graduate of Garner High School, where he received recognition for his drawing. Ron...