OBITUARIES
Justin "Jayman" Simmons
Jul 14, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Justin "Jayman" Simmons, who left us on July 14, 2025, at the age of 38. Born on May 18, 1987, Jayman was a beacon of light in the lives of those who knew him.
Jayman was admired for his warmth, kindness, and unwavering spirit. He touch countless lives with his...
Kenneth Daryl Reed
Jul 13, 2025
Kenneth Daryl Reed, age 66, passed away on July 13, 2025, at the Durham VA Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. Born on January 17, 1959.
Ka'Marii Isiah Patterson
Jun 23, 2025
With deep sorrow and endless love, we announce the passing of our precious KA'Marii Isiah Patterson, who left this world on June 23, 2025, at the tender age of 4.
Born on January 4, 2021, KA'Marii was a bright light in the lives of all who knew him. His joyful laughter, playful spirit, and kind...
Tommie Wayne Pernell Sr.
Jun 23, 2025
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Peaks and Waters Memorial Funeral Care.
Christine Elder
Jun 16, 2025
Mother Christine Elder was born on Tuesday, February 9, 1943, in Tennille, Georgia, to the late Forest and Nellie Paris Johnson. She peacefully entered eternal rest on Monday, June 16, 2025, at the age of 82.
The third of fourteen children, Mother Elder was raised in a large and loving family that nurtured her generous...
Jermal Cornel Wynder
Jun 14, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jermal Cornel Wynder, who departed this life on June 14, 2025, in Durham, North Carolina, at the age of 32.
Born on December 12, 1992, in Durham, Jermal was a beloved son, friend, and member of the community. His life was a reflection of...
Auston Jones
Jun 7, 2025
Though the clouds may hang over there, there will be a brighter day in that land they call heaven, God shall wipe all tears away….. With great sadness, we announce the passing of Austin Jones, who entered into eternal rest on June 7, 2025.
Professional services of comfort, love, and professionalism have been entrusted to...
Rheta Sellitti
Jun 4, 2025
Rheta Sellitti, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on April 9, 1934, Rheta lived a long life filled with grace, quiet strength, and kindness that touched all who knew her.
Rheta will be remembered for her unwavering warmth, her generous spirit, and the...
Cecilia Laws
May 31, 2025
Cecilia Laws was born on August 25, 1967. She departed this life peacefully on May 31, 2025. Services intrusted to Peaks and Water Memorial Funeral Care.
Gregory Gardner
May 29, 2025
Please keep this family in prayer. Services provided by: Peaks & Waters Memorial Funeral Care.
Reeda W Meadows
May 27, 2025
Please keep this family in prayer. Services provided by: Peaks & Waters Memorial Funeral Care.
Martha Robinson Mcdaniel
May 18, 2025
Martha “Mae” Robinson McDaniel was born on June 13, 1935, in Thomasville, Georgia. She was the beloved twin sister of Mary “Ann” Sampson and the cherished daughter of Mary Ella Gatlin Robinson and Oscar Singleton Robinson of Marietta, Georgia.
She was raised in a large and loving family that included Lucious Robinson, Annie Ruth Efford...
Sandra Sue Lally
May 8, 2025
Sandar Sue Lally passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025. Services intrusted to Peaks and Water Memorial Funeral Care.
Barbara Pettiford
May 4, 2025
Please keep this family in prayer. Services provided by: Peaks & Waters Memorial Funeral Care.
Aaron Roger Neal
May 1, 2025
Though the clouds may hang over there, there will be a brighter day in that land they call heaven, God shall wipe all tears away….. With great sadness, we announce the passing of Aaron Roger Neal, who entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
Services are incomplete at this time.
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Clarence Edward Harris “Gooch”
Apr 28, 2025
Clarence Edward “Gooch” Harris was born on December 9, 1946, in Durham, North Carolina. He was the
son of the late Maynard and Annie Mae Pugh Harris.
According to GOD's will, Death’s Angel visited Clarence Edward “Gooch” Harris on April 28, 2025, at the
Hock Family Pavillion, surrounded by family. The...
Rev. Johnnie Mae Riddick
Apr 23, 2025
Rev. Johnnie Mae Riddick,76, of Durham, NC, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, by her side was her loving grandson, Christopher, who cared for her for the last three years of her life.
Johnnie Mae (Patterson) Riddick was born January 29, 1949 in Nashville, Tennessee, the daughter of Mary Elizabeth Craig and...
Calvin Bernett Harris Sr.
Apr 22, 2025
In Loving Memory of Calvin B. Harris Sr. Calvin B. Harris Sr., 75, of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, peacefully entered into eternal rest on April 22, 2025, at UNC Hospital in Hillsborough, NC. Born on June 25, 1949, of the late Carl Coltrane Sr. and Margaret Louise Patterson. Calvin lived a life filled with love, hard work, resilience, and...
