All Obituaries

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish.  Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved K'la Jordan, who transitioned from this life on Tuesday April 30, 2024.  Please keep the entire Jordan family in your prayers. Funeral service details are pending at this time. You can send your condolences to the family via the online guestbook, and it will be given to the family.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nathan J Rodgers, a beloved son, brother, and cherished member of our community.  Nathan left this world unexpectedly at the age of 36, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness.   Born Feb. 9, 1988 to Gary and Faultine Rodgers, he held a special place in his heart for his parents, whose unwavering love and guidance shaped him into the remarkable person he was.  Nathan cherished every moment spent with his...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Dallas "Red" Griffin on Sunday April 21, 2024. At the young age of 43, "Red" departure has left an irreplaceable void in the hearts of all who knew him. Family and friends will gather on Tuesday April 30, 2024, from 4pm to 7pm at the funeral home for a viewing and visitation. On Sunday May 5, 2024, at 130pm A celebration of Life will be held for Dallas at Zion Tabernacle Baptist Church. You can send...

Clarice Elizabeth White Smith was born October 13, 1954, to Andrew and Rosa Mae Pruden White. She was the youngest of thirteen children and affectionately known to her family as "Lil Ciss" and/or Aunt "Cissy".  She was a 1973 graduate of Gates County High and worked 20 plus  years for Cintas. At an early age, she became a member of First Baptist of Gates, and became a Deaconess of her church where she was highly devoted and continued to spread the word of the...

Mrs. Jessie Valentine Blanchard Parker, a native of Gates County, N.C., was born on June 12, 1939, to the late John Cleveland Blanchard and Eva Eure-Blanchard. She departed this life and entered into eternal rest on April 12, 2024, at Edenton Primetime Retirement Center in Edenton, N.C.  Mrs. Jessie Parker was often called, "Jack", "JB", "Jackie" or Ms. Jessie by her family and friends.  At an early age, she joined Saint Paul Missionary Baptist...

Charles Leroy Griffin, Sr, 58 was born March 14, 1966 in Newark New Jersey to the late Johnnie Mae Cherry Griffin, and Thomas Jefferson Griffin (TJ). Charles’ journey on this earth came to a peaceful end on March 30, 2024.    He attended Gates County High and was a graduate of the class of 1985. He joined Zion Tabernacle Baptist Church, Corapeake, NC at early age. Charles was affectionately known as Charlie Boy, CharCee and Macadoius. He worked as a chef at various...

Edwards aged 64 passed away peacefully on March 24, 2024.  He was surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born on July 18, 1959, in Suffolk, Va.  Ronald lived a life filled with passion, kindness, and unwavering dedication to his loved ones. A viewing and visitation will take place on Friday April 5, 2024, 10am at Temple of Praise Church in Southeast Washington, DC. A Celebration of life service will start promptly at 11am.  After the service Mr. Ewards and his beloved...

Yvonne Cross, born on February 29, 1948, to the late Fannie A. Cross, peacefully passed away on March 23, 2024, at 12:14 pm. She was joined in marriage to the late James Allen Cross for 51 years, and from this union, five children were born. Yvonne was deeply devoted to providing for and supporting her family throughout her life. She dedicated many years of service at Darden Cage Farm as a USDA Grader, Gates Poultry Farm, Down East Health and Rehab as a dietary aide, and Green’s Meat...

Norma J. Stallings, a beloved mother and friend peacefully transitioned from this life at the age of 57. Formally from Gates Co., NC but moved to Winston-Salem, NC.  She brought warmth and kindness wherever she went, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew her.  In her 57 years, Norma enriched the world with her laughter, her wisdom, and her generosity. We will celebrate the life and legacy of Norma's life on Thursday March 28, 2024, with a viewing and...

Ree Dell Nowell better known as "Boot” the son of the late William Edward Taylor and the late Donnie Pencie Nowell Jordan was born September 3, 1946 in Chowan County, NC.  He was the third oldest child of 16 children.  Our heavenly father decided that Ree had fought long and hard enough, and decided to dispatch his angels to bring his son home.  Ree entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Elizabeth City Health and Rehabilitation Nursing Facility,...