Hope Michelle Crumpler
Aug 21, 2025
Hope Michelle Crumpler, born on July 31, 1974, in Newark, New Jersey, to Mary A. Summers and Lamont Crumpler, Sr., entered eternal rest on August 21, 2025. She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend whose life reflected love, strength, and compassion.
Hope was a graduate of Orange High School in Hillsborough, North Carolina, and later pursued a career in...
Mark Thomas Eskew
Aug 21, 2025
Mark T. Eskew, 63, passed away on August 21, 2025, after bravely facing a lengthy journey with cancer. Born February 1, 1962, in Waynesboro, VA, Mark was raised in Winston-Salem, NC, and graduated from North Forsyth High School. He went on to earn a bachelor's degree in business administration from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 1985.
Mark began...
Mary Jalena Davis
Aug 10, 2025
MARY JALENA DAVIS, born September 13, 2002 in Raleigh, North Carolina, was the daughter of Diana Ureste Davis and Paul Wayne Davis. She entered into eternal rest on August 8, 2025.
Mary gave her hand to the pastor and her life to Christ and became an official member of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church on...
Clarence Edward Farrar
Aug 10, 2025
Clarence Edward Farrar, son of the late Toy Sr. and Della Farrar, was born on January 21, 1938, in Orange County, North Carolina. On Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 87, Clarence was called home to be with the Lord.
Born and raised in Chapel Hill, NC, Clarence remained a beloved and active member of the Chapel Hill community...
Mitchell Dewitt Alston
Aug 2, 2025
Mitchell Alston of Chapel Hill, NC departed this life on August 2, 2025 after a brief, sudden illness, and now rests in the arms of the Heavenly Father.
Mitchell confessed Christ at the age of 12 during revival at Second Baptist and enjoyed working and serving the church. He was active in Sunday School, the choir and Baptist Training Union (BTU).
He...
Joseph Edward Horton Jr.
Aug 1, 2025
Joseph Edward Horton Jr. was born on July 16, 1955, and lived in Chapel Hill for the entirety of his life. He passed away unexpectedly midafternoon on August 1st, 2025, and it is believed that he did so peacefully and without suffering.
Joseph, affectionately known as Little Joe, was born in Chapel Hill, NC to...
Desby Lela Blacknell
Jul 27, 2025
On October 16, 1938, an adorable baby girl was born to the late Milton and Clarine (Webb) Harris. She was named Desby Lela Harris. She was one of three children, Milton who preceded her in death, and Jennifer. Desby departed this life on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in Orange County.
Desby attended and graduated from Lincoln High School. She worked as...
Walter Leon Bumphus Sr.
Jul 27, 2025
The eternal promise of God was kept when an angel of the Lord guided Mr. Walter Leon (Pap) Bumphus home. His earthly journey began on June 26, 1948, in Durham, NC, when God smiled on the late Thomas and Annie Bumphus with the birth of their son.
At an early age, Leon joined St. Paul A.M.E. church in Chapel Hill, NC,...
Larry Joel Aronson
Jul 22, 2025
Larry Aronson — beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, colleague, coach, community servant, mentor, and friend — passed away peacefully at his home in Chapel Hill, North Carolina at the age of 83.
Family was always Larry’s #1 priority. He is survived by his beautiful wife Myra (his words, always), sons Brett & Adam, daughters in-law Kristen & Danielle, grandson Julian, and...
Judy Kathryn Shoop
Jul 14, 2025
Final arrangements for Judy K. Shoop are entrusted to Hardesty Funeral Home, P.A. - Gambrills, MD
Carol Jean Street
Jul 11, 2025
On Friday, July 11th, 2025, Carol Jean (Brown) Street passed away peacefully at UNC Hospital in Hillsborough, North Carolina.
Born January 18th, 1946 in Durham County, Carol was one of seven to the late Elnora O’Kelly Brown and Eustes Brown. She was educated in the Orange County School System.
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Gerald Marshall Bernstein
Jul 2, 2025
Gerald Marshall Bernstein, 86, of Chapel Hill, NC Gerald M. Bernstein ('Gerry'), 86, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, in Durham, North Carolina. Born on March 30, 1939, in New York City, Gerry lived a full life shaped by service, charity, and a deep love for food, fashion, language, and sports. A graduate of New York University (Class...
Terrence Devon Chance
Jun 28, 2025
Terrence Devon Chance, also known as Binky, was born in Durham, NC to Channel Chance and the late Truman Baker. Terrence attended Southern High School in Durham NC. In his leisure time he enjoyed working out and making music. He also played multiple instruments. He leaves to cherish his mother, Channel Chance; and brother, Nelson Garcia; uncle, Sean Cherry;...
Robert L. “Bob” Weaver
Jun 16, 2025
Robert L. Weaver, a faithful servant of God, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on June 16, 2025. He was born on December 22, 1938, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, to the late Reverend Preston R. Weaver, Sr. and Clara F. Weaver. Robert, affectionately known as "Bob," was a proud graduate of Lincoln High School, Class of 1956. While there,...
Dennis Isiah Garrett Sr.
Jun 15, 2025
Dennis Isiah Garrett Sr. was born April 21, 1962. He was the youngest of eight children born to the union of the late Russell Garrett Sr and Faye Garrett. He entered into his eternal life on June 15, 2025. Dennis graduated from Chapel Hill Senior High School and joined the Army. He went through many trials and tribulations in...
Baby Anaya Aponte
Jun 9, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce that Baby Anaya Aponte was born into eternal rest on June 9, 2025. Though she never took a breath in this world, she filled the hearts of her family with love beyond measure. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Aponte family during this difficult time. May they find comfort in the love surrounding...
Bernadette Ann Marie Brown
May 31, 2025
Final arrangements for Bernadette A. Brown are entrusted to Donohue Funeral Home - Upper Darby (Upper Darby, PA 19082)