Local Obituaries for Smithfield, nc & Johnston County

Sep 6, 2025

Kimberly Denise Bagley McDuffie was born on January 18, 1968, to Linda and Herman Bagley in Johnston County, North Carolina. On Saturday, September 6, 2025, as dawn was breaking, God in His infinite wisdom gently picked Kim up and carried her home. In the twinkling of an eye, Kimwas strong and whole again—no more pain, suffering, or sorrow. Kim grew...

Sep 3, 2025

Norma Merales Mendoza, de 48 años, de Four Oaks, Carolina del Norte, falleció el 3 de septiembre de 2025.

Nació el 29 de diciembre de 1977 en Bethania Tuxtepec, Oaxaca, hija de Magaleno Merales Blanco y de la difunta Silvia Mendoza Vela. Desde pequeña, Norma fue curiosa, extrovertida y llena de vida — cualidades que la acompañaron en su adultez y...

Sep 3, 2025

Obituario de Hector Manuel Meraz Cruz

Hector Manuel Meraz Cruz, de 49 años, de Four Oaks, Carolina del Norte, falleció el 3 de septiembre de 2025.

Nació el 26 de abril de 1976 en San Luis Potosí, México, hijo del difunto Hector Manuel Meraz Gracia y de Herlinda Cruz Martínez. Desde joven, Hector mostró un espíritu fuerte y decidido. Fue un líder,...

Sep 10, 2025

Nuestros pensamientos y oraciones van a la familia de la Señorita Melanie Arleth Anariba Silverio que residia en Wendell, NC 27591. La señorita Anariba Silverio fallecio el dia10 de septiembre del 2025.

Por favor visite nuestra pagina www.rlsandersfuneralhome.org para dejar sus condolencias.

Su cuerpo será velado:

Viernes 13 de septiembre, 2025 

11:00 am hasta las 3:00 pm

Sanders Funeral Home

806 E Market Street

Smithfield, NC 27577

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Aug 28, 2025

Donald Ray

OBITUARY

“Mutt” Laster was born on April 3, 1968, in Littleton, NC, to the

late Floyd and Ethel Watson Laster. He peacefully departed this life on August

28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories.

Donald was the tenth of eleven children born to this union.

He received his early education at Melver Elementary and later attended

Northwest High School. From...

Aug 23, 2025

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Aug 21, 2025

Carrie Lillie Jane Simms Stancil, was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and loyal servant of Jehovah God who departed this life on August 21, 2025 at the age of 93. Lillie was born and raised in Selma, North Carolina to the late Lester and Flossie Sims. She was the eldest of sixteen children. She grew up on a farm where...

Aug 14, 2025

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Freddie Kay Devone, 67, of Smithfield, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 14, 2025, surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Early Life Freddie was one of 18 children, born into a large and loving family. Growing up with so many brothers and sisters shaped him into a man who valued family, loyalty, and love throughout his...

Aug 13, 2025

**Obituary for Mary Jean Lefgren Moody**

Mary Jean Lefgren Moody, born on June 27, 1942, in Ogden, Utah, to the late James S. and Ida I. Lefgren, passed away peacefully. She was a proud graduate of Ben Lomond High School in Ogden and began her career with the Internal Revenue Service before relocating to North Carolina.

Mary is preceded in death by...

Aug 2, 2025

Marilyn Walters Eason is survived by her devoted husband, Napolean Eason, who stood faithfully by 

her side through life’s many seasons. She is fondly remembered by siblings: Edward Walters, Gerald

llen, Tony Anthony Walters, Maryland Junior Walters (Emily Walters), and James Walters

(Ema Walters). She was preceded in death by a dear sister, Linda MacFarland. Cherished and

remembered always by her loving children: Tomecca...

Aug 1, 2025

**Obituary for Demetrius “Scooter” Moore**

Demetrius “Scooter” Moore was born on July 8, 1984, at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., to the late Constance Deloris Moore and the late George “Alvin” Darby. He departed this life on August 1, 2025.

Demetrius was a vibrant and energetic individual who touched the hearts of all who knew him. His playful spirit, sense...

Jul 31, 2025

Anthony Ricardo Finch was born on January 6, 1968, in Boston, Massachusetts, to the

late Shirley Finch and Emerson Clarke.

Anthony departed this earthly life and went home to be with our Lord on July 30, 2025.

He received his education from Triton High School in Erwin, NC, graduating in 1989. He

was employed at Advance Concrete LLC in Garner, NC.

Anthony was baptized at...

Jul 29, 2025

Jul 28, 2025

Nuestros pensamientos y oraciones van a la familia de la Señor Joel Perez

Navarro de 65 años quien residia en Wilson, NC 27893. El señor Perez

navarro fallecio el dia 28 de julio del 2025.

Por favor visite nuestra página www.Rlsandersfuneralhome.org para dejar sus

condolencias.

Su cuerpo será velado:

Domingo 3 de agosto, 2025 desde las 3:00 pm a 10:00 pm.

407 Church Street

Benson, NC 27504

Servicio religioso:

Lunes...

Jul 26, 2025

The life of Ada Mae Taylor—beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grand-

mother, sister, friend, and faithful servant of Jehovah—began on November 24, 1934, when she was born Ada Mae

Raynor to Naomi Bryant Rayner and Frank Rayner Sr. in Selma, North Carolina. She was the second of twelve chil-

dren—eight boys and four girls—each one part of a noisy, loving, hardworking family.

Even as...

Jul 24, 2025

Marta Alomar, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, 

passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, at the age of 81. She was born on June 20, 1944, in Santa 

Isabel, Puerto Rico, and lived a life rooted in strength, love, and deep devotion to her family.

She is survived by her loving children: Sandra, Ismael, and Raquel; her cherished grandchildren: 

Shakira, Cassandra, Rafael,...

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