All Obituaries

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Aleatha F. Jones on December 7, 2023.  Aleatha lived a life filled with joy, laughter, and inspiration, touching many hearts along her journey. A viewing and visitation will take place on Tuesday Dec. 12, 2023, from 4pm to 7pm at the funeral home. A celebration of life will take place on Wednesday Dec. 13, 2023, 1pm at First Baptist Church of Roduco. Final resting place will take place at the Roduco church family...

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish.  Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Kenneth W. Banks, Sr. Kenneth touched many hearts along his journey, he will be greatly missed. Please keep the entire Banks family in your prayers.  Final arrangements will be forthcoming. You can send your condolences to the family via the online guestbook, and it will be shared with the family.  

The McIntyre family and Community of Hope announce the transition of our beloved Lillie M. McIntyre, who peacefully left us on Monday Dec. 4, 2023, with her loving children by her side.  Her loss will be felt deeply by all who were blessed to know her, she will be greatly missed. Please keep the entire McIntyre family in your prayers. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday December 16, 2023, 10am at The Mount Virginia Beach. A viewing will take place at 9am prior to...

Walter L. Wolfrey was born on August 9, 1940 in Corapeake, North Carolina to the late Willie Mack and Bessie Wolfrey. He entered eternal rest on November 25, 2023, in Suffolk, Virginia. He was a member of New Middle Swamp Missionary Baptist Church. Walter led a straightforward life, embracing simplicity, and possessed an unassuming nature. Engaging in carpentry brought him joy, and he also had a fondness for riding bikes, having been a member of Swamp Crawlers Motorcycle Club at one...

James Carlton Holley, affectionately known as TEE was born on June 21, 1935 in Chowan County and peacefully departed from this life on November 17, 2023. He was born to the late Joseph Holley and Mary White Holley. On October 6, 1956, James joined in matrimony with Daisy Louise Jordan, and their enduring union blessed them with four children, as well as adopting a son. His love extended beyond his immediate family, as he also embraced the responsibility of raising a beloved niece. James...

Jason “Jay” Scott Harvey was born on March 31, 1983 in Fairbanks, Alaska to the late Alfred Scott Harvey and Delretha Boone Harvey Jones. Jay transitioned to be with the Lord on November 12, 2023. He was one of four children, educated in the public school systems of Gates County, NC and Newport News, VA. He was a graduate of Heritage High School, Class of 2001. After graduating, he attended St. Augustine’s University in Raleigh, NC. Later, Jason obtained his Commercial...

The Nowell/Norfleet family and Community of Hope Funeral Service announce the transition of our beloved Doron O. Nowell, affectionately known as "Nuk" by so many.  Doron lived a life filled with joy, laughter, and inspiration, touching many hearts along his journey.  His loss will be felt deeply by all who were blessed to know him.  Known for his vivacious personality and vibrant sense of humor, "Nuk" was someone who truly knew how to live life to the...

Ronald N. Hurdle, (64), born in Sunbury, NC, was the youngest of nine children born to the late Hattie Rascoe Hurdle and John Dixon. He began his life’s journey on June 26, 1959. Ronald, affectionately known as Hawk,  received his education in Waterbury, CT, and later at Gates County High School, where he graduated in 1978. During his time in school, he made a name for himself by excelling in basketball, earning a reputation for his skills on the court. Beyond his passion for...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Cirilo Hernandez-Moran. who transitioned from this life on Friday October 13, 2023.  Born on October 11, 2011, Cirilo lived a life with joy, laughter, and inspiration, touching so many hearts along his journey.  His loss will be felt deeply by all who were blessed to know him, he will be greatly missed. Please keep the entire Hernandez-Moran in your prayers.  A celebration of life to honor and celebrate 12 wonderful...

Shirley Ann Howell White, affectionately known as Ann, passed away on October 8, 2023. She was born on September 20, 1950, in Gates County, North Carolina, to the late Viola Nowell Robinson. Shortly after her birth, she was adopted by the late Norman and Beatrice Howell, who lovingly raised her throughout her life. In her early years, she was a member of Zion Tabernacle Baptist Church. She served faithfully in the choir and led many of the songs. She had a beautiful voice as she sang songs...