Obituaries

Apr 25, 2026

Craig Sheldon DePuy died peacefully on April 25, 2026 while reading devotions with his wife, Mary Stephens DePuy. This was their nightly routine throughout their 42 years of marriage. They were in Atlantic Beach, NC enjoying days of fellowship at a Rotary Conference. Craig was born on April 13, 1960 in Ithaca, NY. He graduated from Johnstown (NY) High School...

Apr 24, 2026

In lieu of flowers, the family of Mr. Clifton Rashun Horton has asked that you consider making a contribution to the memorial fund that has been setup for his children. Donations can be made via CashApp to $ShunKids

Apr 21, 2026

Apr 20, 2026

Genevieve Larew Ware died peacefully at home in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on April 20, 2026. She was 103 years old. Geny was born in Beckley, West Virginia, on December 27, 1922, the fourth child of James Edgar and Willow Christie Larew. She had three older brothers and two younger sisters. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School, attended the...

Apr 18, 2026

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Louis John Bottino, Sr, 77, of Jacksonville, North Carolina. He transitioned from life surrounded by family on April 18, 2026 at Duke University Medical Center.

He was born in Yonkers, New York, with his late twin, Norman, to the late Alphonse and Loretta Bottino.

Lou was proud to serve his country...

Mar 29, 2026

Rufus Edwards, affectionately known as “Uncle Poochie” was born on May 23,1943 to the late Curlin and Betty Edwards in Chapel Hill, N.C. He went home to be with the Lord on March 29, 2026 at PruittHealth of Durham, NC.

Rufus received his education from Chatham County Public School System and graduated from Horton High School in 1962.

Rufus was a member...

Mar 25, 2026

Thomas Olin Yeager, affectionately known as “Tommy” , was born on June 19th, 1948 in Durham, NC. He entered into eternal life on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 in Chapel Hill, NC surrounded by his daughter Emily, his sister Kathy, his three grandchildren and close family members, at the age of 77.

A devoted father, grandfather and brother, Tommy enjoyed spending time...

Mar 19, 2026

Christine Crutchfield Horton was born on September 30, 1927, in Wake County, North Carolina, to the late Mozell Crutchfield and Emma Crutchfield Taylor. She peacefully departed this life on March 19, 2026, at the age of 98. At an early age, Christine gave her life to Christ and remained a lifelong, faithful member of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church. Her...

Mar 18, 2026

Eric Joseph Maniace, born June 22, 1988, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, passed away March 18, 2026, in Boston, Massachusetts, where he lived.

Eric was a deeply intelligent, creative, and independent man who walked through life in his own way. He was thoughtful, strong-willed, and never afraid to question, explore, or see the world differently. Those who knew him understood that...

Mar 17, 2026

Mae Belle McLendon was born on August 6, 1950, in Red Springs, North Carolina, to the late Amos McLendon and Martha Galbreath McLendon. At an early age, Mae and her mother moved to Chapel Hill, North Carolina, in 1964, where they were reunited with her two sisters, Hattie Miles and Helen Galbreath.

Mae was educated in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools,...

Mar 16, 2026

The staff of K.N. Jones Memorial Care extends our heartfelt condolences as we share this announcement on behalf of Mrs. Lillian Lee of Chapel Hill.

It is with sadness that Mrs. Lee announces the passing of her beloved brother, Mr. Paul Wesley, who resided out of state and departed this life on March 16, 2026.

Mar 14, 2026

Evan Robert Kennedy, born December 30, 1964, of Carrboro/Chapel Hill, suddenly passed away March 14, 2026. Memorial(s) for Evan will be announced at a later date.

Evan was born on Long Island, NY and grew up in Smithtown,NY in a suburban neighborhood near L.I. Sound beaches. He was the son of Jean Schroder Kennedy and James Kennedy, younger brother to David...

Mar 10, 2026

Liz Best, 67, of Carrboro, NC, died on March 10, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born on April 6, 1958, in College Park, GA, a suburb of Atlanta, to Richard Watson Best and Rosa Elizabeth Holland Best. She attended Woodward Academy in College Park, graduating in 1976, and briefly attended the University of Georgia before eventually graduating from Georgia...

Mar 6, 2026

Mar 4, 2026

A BLESSED LIFE WELL LIVED

"DEAREST RYAN AND YOLANDA, I LOVE YOU WITH EVERY FIBER OF MY BEING." A WOMAN OF FAITH WHO TRULY LOVED THE LORD. SHE CALLED THOSE THINGS THAT WERE NOT AS THOUGH THEY WERE.

ROMANS 4:17

Ms. Deloris Gail Bynum Transitioned To Eternal Rest On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, At Unc Hospital In Hillsborough, North Carolina. Deloris, Affectionately Known...

Mar 2, 2026

June (Allison) Yorio, age 88, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026. June was born in Mt. Vernon, NY to parents Anna and Harry Allison on June 16, 1937. She and her brother, Harry Jr., grew up on Archer Avenue in a vibrant neighborhood surrounded by many friends. She graduated from Mary Washington University in Virginia in 1959. As a...

Mar 2, 2026

Ella Frances Watson Glenn, beloved mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of God, was born to Joseph and Mary Wilson in Wake County, North Carolina. After a brief illness, she peacefully entered her heavenly rest, surrounded by the love she had long shared with others.

A lifelong learner and shining student, Ella Frances attended school in Raleigh from elementary through high school,...

Feb 28, 2026