David Junior Dowdy
Oct 21, 2025
David was born to Katie Davis Dowdy and the late Junior Dowdy in Durham County on August 10, 1955. He graduated from Jordan High School, Durham, NC Class of 1973.
He was employed with UNC Hospitals Police within the departments of Security and Telecommunication. He retired on October 1, 2016 from UNC Health Care with 13 years of dedicated service. He...
Amy Sharron Garner Suitt
Oct 18, 2025
On October 18,2025, Amy Garner Suitt slipped into the arms of Jesus, surrounded by loved ones, after a ten year battle against Breast Cancer. Her journey wasn’t always easy but she met every challenge with grace, humor and hope.
Amy was born on November 23, 1971 to Alvin and Omelia Garner. She was the baby girl of her siblings Lashell, Pam,...
Kelvin Lawrence Johnson
Oct 17, 2025
Kelvin Lawrence Johnson, known as “Blimp” or “Baby Boy” was born on September 12, 1963. He grew up in the Perry Hill area. His parents were the late Bobby Johnson and Dorothy Johnson. He attended Orange High School, in Hillsborough, NC. Kelvin departed his earthly journey on October 17, 2025, while surrounded by loved ones at AuthorCare in Burlington, NC....
Clyde Douglas Perry
Oct 13, 2025
“It is well with my soul, I am free and made whole. I thank God, yes, it is well with my soul. I am at peace now ~resting in the arms of my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ ~since departing this world Monday afternoon, October 13, 2025.”
Clyde Douglas Perry made his way into the world on March 21, 1943 in...
Cassandra Alvina Carver
Oct 11, 2025
Ms. Cassandra Alvina “Missy” Carver was born on January 22, 1968, to the late Alice Craig Carver and Isaiah Cobb Carver Sr. She departed this earthly life on Saturday, October 11, 2025, in Chapel Hill, NC.
Missy was educated in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro School system. Missy worked as a nanny and truly loved what she did, finding joy in caring for...
McDonald Newkirk
Oct 2, 2025
McDonald “Mac” Newkirk, 74, entered eternal rest, on Thursday, October 2,2025 at his home after a long illness in Durham, NC. He was predeceased by his wife Osceola (Shields) Newkirk. They enjoyed 25 years of marriage.
Mac was born in Spring Hope, North Carolina to the late Lillie Belle and Walter Newkirk. He graduated from Boston Trade High School in 1970...
William Caleb Rollins
Oct 1, 2025
Mr. William Caleb Rollins was born on Saturday, October 10, 1942 – To his parents – Mrs. Vallie Lessie French Rollins and Mr. Caleb Junie Rollins. He was their Baby Boy – He joined his older siblings – Mr. Bobby Lee Rollins and Mr. Horton Rollins… Mrs. Vallie Lessie French Rollins parents were Mrs. Laura Scarlock French and Mr. Henderson...
Carolyn Davis Holman
Oct 1, 2025
Carolyn Davis Holman , daughter of the late Willie Louis Davis and Lucy Mae Davis was born on December 19, 1953, in Chapel Hill. She departed this life on Wednesday October 1, 2025.
She was a devoted and caring person. She was very generous and wore her heart on her sleeve. Carolyn’s friendship, gratitude and loyalty will forever be cherished by...
Dr. Fred Doris Hall Jr.
Oct 1, 2025
Dr. Fred D. Hall, age 78, of Chapel Hill, peacefully passed away at his home on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
Born on September 17, 1947, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Fred was the son of the late Fred D. Hall, Sr. and Johnnie Mae Clark. A soldier, scholar and educator, he served as an Associate Professor of Sociology at Shaw University until his...
Wilma Grace Gattis Brittain
Sep 25, 2025
Wilma Grace Gattis (Dudda) was born April 10, 1946, in Durham, NC., to the late Howard Lee Clark, Sr. and the late Martha Williams Gattis.
She passed on September 25, 2025 in McDonough, Georgia. She grew up in Chatham County and was reared by her older sister, Annie Mae and her brother-in-law John A. She attended both Horton Junior/Senior High School...
Jesse Lewis Cradle
Sep 22, 2025
Mr. Jesse Lewis Cradle was born on July 3, 1947, in Durham, North Carolina, to the late Kelly and Mazie Cradle. He was preceded in death by his siblings Linda Faye Cradle, John Henry Cradle, and Ervin Sylvester Cradle (Elizabeth). A proud graduate of Lincoln High School, Class of 1965, Jesse was known for his deep voice, his laughter that...
Bernita Ellice Griffin
Sep 19, 2025
Bernita Ellice Griffin, beloved daughter, mother, sister, aunt, and gospel music legend, made her heavenly choir debut on September 19, 2025, at the age of 64. She was born on May 3, 1961 at Memorial Hospital (now UNC Hospital) in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, to Mamie Lois and Leroy Griffin. A proud graduate of Chapel Hill High School, Bernita pursued...
Hilliard Caldwell
Sep 6, 2025
At the request of our colleagues at Fisher Memorial Funeral Parlor , we are sharing the passing of Mr. Hilliard Caldwell, who departed this life on September 6, 2025.
All arrangements and services are being handled by Fisher Memorial Funeral Parlor (3137 Fayetteville St. Durham, NC 27707). For more information, please contact them directly at 919-682-3276 or visit their website at...
Ronald Miles
Sep 1, 2025
Ronald Miles was born in Chapel Hill. He attended and graduated from Chapel Hill High School where he played football. As a young adult his hobbies were hunting and fishing.
One of his first jobs was at Granville Towers on the UNC campus were he cooked for basketball players Phil Ford and Mitch Kupchak. Later...
