Local Obituaries for Smithfield, nc & Johnston County

Jun 12, 2025

Jun 8, 2025

**In Memory of Alexander Blackwell**

Alexander Blackwell, born on January 19, 1945, in Johnston County, North Carolina, passed away surrounded by the love of family and friends. He began his career in construction while residing in New York before returning to North Carolina, where he was deeply connected to his family and community.

Alex was known for his kindness and generosity, always...

Jun 7, 2025

Nancy Raynor Anderson passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 7, 2025. Born on May 1, 1950, in Ingram Township, Smithfield, North Carolina, she was a beloved daughter of the late Aaron Patrick and Eva Allen Raynor. Nancy was preceded in death by her siblings: Marie Raynor, Doris Langdon, George Raynor, and...

Jun 6, 2025

Bobby Lee Lawson, Sr., 67, of Goldsboro, NC, passed away on June 6, 2025, at Duke University Medical Center. Born in Goldsboro on July 27th, 1957, Bob was the son of the late Annie Marie Holliday Lawson and Albert Lawson. He was a proud graduate of Southern Wayne High School, Class of 1976. Following graduation, Bob attended Fayetteville State University,...

Jun 5, 2025

**Obituary for Claude Brain Stancil**

Claude Brain Stancil, affectionately known as Sukie, was born on January 26, 1977, at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Smithfield, North Carolina, to the late Edith Johnson Holder and Claude E. Branch Jr. He was a graduate of Deep Creek High School in Chesapeake, Virginia.

Claude was a cherished individual, known for his vibrant personality and the joy...

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May 29, 2025

Margaret Stancil Perry was born on February 11, 1947, to James C. Stancil and Gayzell Holder Stancil. Margaret answered his call on May 29, 2025, at SECU Hospice House, surrounded by family and friends. Margaret received her primary and secondary education at Richard B. Harrison. She went on to attend Johnston Community College, where she received an associate degree in...

May 22, 2025

May 21, 2025

The Obituary

Mrs. Sherrie Ann Gill Hines, 63 of Selma, North Carolina departed this life on May 21, 2025. Sherrie was born on March 25, 1962 to Mr. Ulysses, and Mrs. Charity Gill. Sherrie attended Smithfield-Selma Sr. High School. Sherrie had a strong love for her two sons, music and history.

She was preceded in death by her son Mr. Jaram Ardmend...

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May 15, 2025

THE OBITUARY

Apostle Mitchell was born in Smithfield, NC on March 8th, 1949. She was the daughter of Clarence and Rosa Mae Watson Smith. Apostle Ida Marie Mitchell took hold of her Lord & Savior’s hand and quietly slipped away on May 15th, 2025. 

Ida graduated from Richard B. Harrison HS. She graduated from Shaw University with a Bachelor of Arts in...

May 14, 2025

May 9, 2025

We are saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Randolph Ricks, Sr. age 65 , who departed his earthly life on May 9, 2025 in Raleigh , NC. Randolph was born on July 28 1959, in Johnston County, NCHe was preceded in death by his Father, Ralph David Ricks. Randolph is survived by his wife and 8 children.Funeral services are...

May 9, 2025

AUGUST 23, 1987- MAY 9, 2025

*OBITUARY*

Camyia Latriece Ward was born on August 23, 1987, in Smithfield,

North Carolina to Belinda Ann Ward and Chris King. During the years

Camyia attended school in Johnston and Harnett County where she had

begun to work as an employee in various restaurant chains. Camyia

focus throughout her years here on earth had become that of her

children. Camyia was...

May 8, 2025