All Obituaries

Rose Adams, age 80 of Dunn passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on August 17, 1943 in Johnston County to the late Herman and Mattie Adams.  She was also preceed in death by her life partner, Jean Haire; also daughter Deborah Perez, son Larry Haire; first born grandson Anthony Haire; brothers Joey, Marvin, James, Herman Jr. Adams, and sister Margie Fromer. Ms. Adams is survived by daugthers Jennifer (Robert) McLamb of Broadway, Connie...

Joseph Eugene Allen passed away on May 3rd, 2024, at SECU Hospice House in Johnston County, following a courageous and hard-fought battle against cancer. Born on January 28th, 1956, to Joseph Everett Allen and Elgie Jernigan Allen, Eugene embodied the essence of a loving father and a devoted Christian throughout his life. Eugene loved life and spent time embracing the simple joys that surrounded him. Whether nurturing the flowers in his garden, sharing moments of affection with his beloved...

Rickey Edward Parker,59, of Benson passed away on April 30,2024. He was born February 23, 1965, in Harnett county to Betty T. Parker and Ottis E. Parker. He always lived his life to the fullest. Rickey was all for a good time and never knew a stranger. He graduated from Johnston Community College with an associate’s degree in HVAC. Mr. Parker loved his family more than anything. When he wasn't with his family, you could find him fishing or at the beach. He was preceded in death...

Patricia Wallace Grice, 64, of Four Oaks, passed away at home on Monday April 29, 2024.  She was born on November 14, 1959 in Johnston County, NC to William and MaeBelle Wallace. She worked as a waitress and loved to cook for and serve people. Patricia is preceded in death by her mother, MaeBelle Jones Wallace, father William Ashley Wallace Jr., brother Randy Wayne Wallace, and sister Doris "Lynette" Wallace. Those left to cherish her memories are son Jerry Wade Grice, Jr....

Mr. Jerry Walter Strickland, 80, of Newton Grove passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. His funeral service will be held Tuesday, April 30th at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of West & Dunn Funeral Home, Newton Grove. The family will greet family and friend’s Monday, April 29th from 7 – 9 p.m. at West & Dunn Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest in Hillcrest Cemetery, Newton Grove following his service. Officiating will be Pastors Gills, Jeff Hayes and Greg Tart. Left to cherish...

Steve William Langston January 24, 1951 - April 24, 2024 Newton Grove Steve William Langston of the Bentonville Community, NC, passed away surrounded by his family Wednesday morning, April 24, 2024 at the age of 73. Steve was born on January 24, 1951 in Wayne County, NC. He was the youngest son of the late Fred Irvin Langston and Naomi “Runt” Allen Langston. Sharply dressed in a Carolina Blue suit, he married his loving and devoted wife Glenda Dianne Millen on July 2, 1977....

Logan Zacharie Langston, 27, of Newton Grove, passed away Wednesday, April 24th, 2024. He was born on December 14 th, 1996 in Wayne County to Michael and Tangie Langston. He was a beloved and wonderful husband, son, grandson, brother, cousin, and friend. He was a teacher and coach with a deep love of football. Throughout his childhood he played football, from flag football all the way through his senior year at Hobbton High School. He was an avid hunter, recently finishing a record deer...

Annie Ruth Barefoot Harris, 88, of Mount Olive, went to be with her heavenly Father on April 21, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.  Born on May 1, 1935 to the late Nattie Barefoot and Nessie Brock Barefoot, Annie enjoyed playing a good game of bingo. She also was very creative when it came to creating unique pieces of jewelry with beads. Annie loved M&M candies, shopping, and gardening. She made sure her home was swept every night before bed and loved to clean. If she saw a...

Junior Calvin West, 91, of Rocky Point, NC passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Novant Pender Medical Center in Burgaw, NC.   A visitation will be held on Monday, April 22, 2024 from 2:00PM-2:45PM at West & Dunn Funeral Home of Benson with a graveside service to follow at Hodges Chapel Church Cemetery of Dunn. Rev. Randy Beasley will be officiating the service.   He is preceded in death by his wife; Melba Grey West, father; Wiley Festus West, mother; Lessie Mae West,...

Donald Lee Harrell, 80, of Mount Olive, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2024, at the SECU UNC Hospice Home in Pittsboro, NC, with his loving wife and children at his side. Donald loved Jesus and showed his love for Him with his servant's heart; he would help anyone with anything they needed for free. Whether they needed help with an electrical issue in their home or needed advice. He was always a source of strength and joy to those he met. He was hardworking and believed a job worth...