Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Smithfield, nc & Johnston County

Joel Perez Navarro

Joel Perez Navarro

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.

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condolencias.

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

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Benson, NC 27504

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Devoise Lashan Holder

Devoise Lashan Holder

Jul 11, 2025

Devoise Lashan Holder I, affectionately known as “Dee”, was born March 31, 1977, in Selma, North Carolina where he was deeply connected to his family and community. He was a pastor, minister, father, mentor, coach, and friend. He peacefully departed this life, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories. Devoise grew up in Selma where he graduated from Smithfield...

Shelby Jean Jackson

Shelby Jean Jackson

Jul 7, 2025

**Obituary for Shelby Jean Jackson**

Shelby Jean Jackson, affectionately known as Pebbles, was born on December 13, 1969, in Lillington, North Carolina, to James Jackson Sr. and the late Phyllis Jackson. She peacefully departed this life on July 7, 2025, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

A lifelong resident of North Carolina, Shelby received her education in Four Oaks and embraced her community...

Mary Jane Young

Mary Jane Young

Jul 5, 2025

Mary Jane Badger-Young was born April 23, 1938 in Johnston County, NC to the late Corurnelious and Ida Jane Sanders Badger.

At the age 87 Mary passed away peacefully at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield NC on Saturday, July 5th, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her brothers Nathaniel, John Henry, Leroy Sr., James Sr., and one sister, Bertha Mitchener.

She leaves...

Jacqueline Ann"Sweetie" Graham

Jacqueline Ann"Sweetie" Graham

Jun 12, 2025

**Obituary for Jacqueline Ann Graham (Sweetie)**

Jacqueline Ann Graham, affectionately known as Sweetie, was born on December 31, 1959, in Newark, New Jersey. She peacefully departed this life, leaving a legacy of love and cherished memories.

Jacqueline grew up in Millburn Township, where she completed her education, graduating from high school in 1978 before continuing her studies at Morris County College in...

Alexander Blackwell

Alexander Blackwell

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...

Nancy Ruth Raynor Anderson

Nancy Ruth Raynor Anderson

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...