All Obituaries

Ms. Alice Raye Nowell Gatling better known as "Molly" the daughter of the late William Edward Taylor and the late Donnie Pencie Nowell Jordan was born October 1, 1947 in Gates County, NC.  She was the fourth oldest child of 16 children.  Our Heavenly father decided that Alice had fought long and hard enough, and decided to dispatch his angels to bring his daughter home.  Alice entered into eternal rest on Friday, November 8, 2019 at Duke Medical Hospice Center in...

Mr. James R. Holley, Sr. better known as "Reginald" was born on March 17, 1957 to James and Daisy Holley of Gates, NC.  James departed from this life on November 1, 2019 in Greenville, NC at the age of 62. At an early age James joined Blanchard Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Hobbsville, NC.  He attended Gates County Public Schools, and later started his career at Newport News Shipbuilding for several years.  James was currently employed with Eastern Carolina...

Beulah G. Ballard, her life work finished and approved by both God and man, closed her eyes and relaxed in eternal sleep on Wednesday evening September 11, 2019 in Gates, North Carolina. Beulah G. Ballard was born July 25, 1926, in Gates County, North Carolina in the community of Roduco. She was the daughter of the late Burden Reverend Gatling and Nora Riddick Gatling. She is the oldest of eight children. She attended Ballard’s Grove Baptist Church School. At an early age she...

Hilda Figgs was born on February 16, 1964 to Bernice Eason and the late Allen Hunter. She peacefully entered into Eternal rest on August 15, 2019. Hilda joined Blanchard’s Grove Baptist Church at an early age and remained a member until her passing. Hilda attended and graduated from Edenton-Chowan Public Schools and attended Winston Salem State University for a brief period of time. She was employed for approximately 15 years with FedEx. She leaves to cherish her precious memories...

Shirley Ray Ballard, 61, was born on October 10, 1957 to the late John Robert Leary and Leebell Ballard Leary. She departed this life on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, Va. Shirley was educated in the Gates County Public School system. She joined Joppa Missionary Baptist Church and served on the Usher’s Board for a period of time. She loved children and spending time with family and friends and especially the love of her life of 36 years, Mr. Ronnie...

Ms. Annie P. Dillard, 67, of Ahoskie, transitioned from this life on July 24, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.     The family will receive members of the community on Saturday July 27, 2019 from 5:00p-7:00p at the funeral home.   A celebration of life will take place on Sunday July 28, 2019 at 3:00p at the Upper Room Assembly. Gates, NC.  Ms. Dillard will be laid to rest at the White Family Cemetery in Gates, NC.

On July 23, 2019, our Heavenly Father came to the bedside of our dear Buddy and took him by the hand to lead him to his eternal home. Thurman “Buddy” Mitchell was born on July 26, 1938 in Hobbsville, North Carolina to Alfred Leroy and Lula Jane (Kee) Mitchell. Thurman completed most of his education within the Gates County Public School District. For over 30 years, Thurman was a dedicated employee at Capital Tires in Lynnbrook, NY as a tire mounter. Thurman being a lover of...

Mr. Jimmie Stallings, 69, of Brooklyn, NY (formerly of Hobbsville, NC), peacefully transitioned from this life on July 20, 2019.    The viewing and visitation for Mr. Stallings will be held on Thursday Aug. 1, 2019 from 4:00pm-7:00pm at the funeral home. Interment service will take place on  Friday Aug. 2, 2019 at 10:00am at the Stallings Family Cemetery  Hobbsville NC 

Mrs. Callistine Wilkins, 71, of Ahoskie, NC peacefully transitioned from this life on Wednesday June 12, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.     A celebration of life will take place on Saturday June 22, 2019 at 1:00pm at Calvary Baptist Church.  600 N. Catherine St. Ahoskie, NC.  Ms. Wilkins final resting place will be at Hillcrest Cemetery. 

James A. Figgs, Jr., was born on August 1, 1962 to the late James A. Figgs, Sr. and Irene R. Figgs. He peacefully entered into eternal rest on June 9, 2019. James joined St. Peters Church of Christ Disciples of Christ and remained a member until his death. He attended and graduated from Elizabeth City Public School System. His working career was with FedEx for 20 years. He thoroughly enjoyed his hobbies of his love for music, fishing and he was a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan. He also enjoyed...