Local Obituaries for Smithfield, nc & Johnston County

Apr 2, 2026

Beverly L. Geddie, a beloved daughter, sister, and cherished member of the Smithfield community, was born on March 2, 1972, and peacefully passed away on April 2, 2026. A lifelong resident of her hometown, Beverly’s gentle and loving spirit touched all who knew her. She attended SSS High School and grew up as an active member of the Lily of...

Apr 1, 2026

Michael Lewis, age 52, passed away surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, talent, and cherished memories. Michael was a gentle giant whose warm spirit and loving nature touched everyone who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Cheryl Lewis; his mother, Joyce Lewis; and his sister, Jennifer Lewis.

Michael leaves to cherish his memory his...

Mar 29, 2026

Mar 29, 2026

Deacon Elmo Shepherd, Sr., age 91, peacefully transitioned from this life on March 29, 2026. Born on February 23, 1935, he lived a long and faithful life marked by devotion to God, his family, and his community. Deacon Elmo Shepherd, Sr. was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Victoria Shepherd; his brothers, Alvester Shepherd, James Shepherd, Harold Shepherd,...

Mar 27, 2026

“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.”

Melahi Marie McNeill, born May 30, 1962, passed away on March 27, 2026.

She was a beloved mother, aunt, and grandmother who was loved by her family and all who knew her.

Melahi had a way of making others laugh when they needed it most and was known for always speaking...

Mar 20, 2026

Mar 17, 2026

LaRhonda Haithcock

March 16, 1972 – March 17, 2026



LaRhonda Haithcock passed away on March 17, 2026. She was the beloved daughter of the late Clarence Haithcock and Margaret Baggett.



She is survived by her devoted husband, Raul Herrera Rocha, and her children, Billy , his wife Karla Haithcock and Emmanuel Haithcock. LaRhonda also leaves behind her sisters, Regina Naves, Sheila Jackson, Romona...

Mar 16, 2026

With heartfelt sorrow, we remember Honor Zymir Ogletree, who was born on March 9, 2026, at Wakemed Hospital in Raleigh, NC, to loving parents Henry Ogletree and Michela Bryant. Though Honor's time with us was brief, the joy and love brought into the lives of those around will be cherished forever. Honor peacefully passed away on March 16, 2026, leaving...

Mar 15, 2026

Mar 15, 2026

Irene Mallisa Yellowdy Stanley was born November 12,

1929, to the late Willie Lee and Hettie Dortch Yellowdy. She

was the oldest of five loving sisters, Violet, Mollie, Lucy Pearl,

and Anner Gracie. She was a member of First Missionary Baptist

Church of Smithfield, NC.

She was a graduate of Richard B. Harrison High School

of Selma, NC. She obtained her undergraduate degree from

Fayetteville State University...

Mar 14, 2026

Geraldine Elizabeth Thomas, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away leaving behind a legacy of kindness, strength, and unconditional love.Geraldine was the kind of woman who would give a stranger the shirt off her back, always putting others before herself. She had a heart big enough to feed the neighborhood and never hesitated to lend a helping...

Mar 14, 2026

Mar 12, 2026

Mar 9, 2026

Betty Starling Nunn

September 20, 1939 – March 9, 2026Betty Starling Nunn, 86, passed away on March 9, 2026. Born on September 20, 1939, Betty lived a long life shaped by her resilience and direct way of seeing the world. She was the daughter of the late Troy Andrew Starling and Rosalie Worley Starling and was preceded in death by her...

Mar 9, 2026

THE LASTING LEGACY “Well done, good and faithful servant.

”Ernest Todd Thompson, lovingly known as Todd, was born March 19, 1965,

in Queens, New York, to Ernest Roy and Shirley Deloise Thompson. From

an early age, Todd was raised in a Christian, faith filled home where the

values of faith, love, service, and prayer were instilled in him.

As a child, Todd attended Gospel Temple...

Mar 6, 2026

Otis Jikeam Giles was born on May 21, 1989 and departed

his life on March 6, 2026. He was born to Otis Giles, Jr.

and Lora Ward Giles on Benson, NC

Otis (OJ) was preceeded in death by his father

Otis Giles, Jr.

Otis (OJ) was known for his many nicknames: OJ, Orange

Juicem Juice Man - some even called him Curly. He grew

up on 701...

Mar 1, 2026

Curtis Poole Sr., affectionately known as "CP," departed this life on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at his home in North Carolina, where he resided with his beloved wife and three children.

Curtis was born on August 23, 1975, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, to Rosetta Hilson and Curtis L. Poole. In 1979, his mother married Sammie Hilson, and the family relocated to...

Feb 22, 2026

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