Local Obituaries for Smithfield, nc & Johnston County

Sep 30, 2025

Sherry Denise Smith," Niecey" as she was affectionally known, went home to be

with the Lord on September 30, 2025. Sherry was born August 7, 1957 to the late

Matthew and Mattie Price. Her oldest brother preceded her in death. She was the

seventh child of nine children.

Sherry attended Pine Level school in elementary and North Johnston High school.

After high school

Sherry attended King...

Sep 28, 2025

Sep 28, 2025

Richard Earl Darden, also known as Bobo, was born on February 28, 1956, in Goldsboro, NC, to Clara Rawlings Darden. Bobo lived life to the fullest, and on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 1:57 PM, he received a “Clarion Call” to eternal life.

God requested the honor of Bobo’s presence, and without hesitation, he quickly accepted, though he hated to leave...

Sep 27, 2025

Sep 27, 2025

Lubraine Pierre, known lovingly as “NaNa” or “Jean,” gained his wings on October 27, 2025, at Johnston Memorial Hospital in Smithfield, North 

Carolina. Jean was born on December 13, 1951, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, where he lived until the age of 29. He later moved to North Carolina and 

worked in farming for many years. Those who knew Jean will remember his genuine...

Sep 22, 2025

Teresa Elaine Norton, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family.

Teresa was born in Santana, Kansas, and grew up in Georgia and South Carolina. She was the proud mother of Michael Dustin Wise (son Brett Wise), Jennifer Lindsay Horne (husband Cory Horne, children Brady, Taylor, and Livy), Trapper Ford Wise (wife Meredith Wise, children Kayleigh, Kamryn,...

Sep 19, 2025

Sep 19, 2025

The Obituary

For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. For I fought a good fight, 

I finished my course, I keep the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteous, which the

Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto...

Sep 17, 2025

Robert (Bob) Paul Collier, took his last breath on earth and passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 10:43pm., surrounded by his wife and children.

Bob was born on June 5,1944 to Chester Burkett Collier and Anna Louise (Williams) Collier in Shirley, Indiana. He graduated from Madison Heights High School...

Sep 14, 2025

Sep 14, 2025

Veronica’s Life Story

“For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I

have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me

at that day: and not to me...

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.

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Sep 8, 2025

Sep 8, 2025

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

On September 8, 2025, our beloved Harvey James (Jay) Dublin III was called to glory and received his eternal reward. Jay was born

on August 6, 1950, to Ruth Caldwell Dublin and Harvey James Dublin II. Along with his parents, he was preceded in eternal rest

by...

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 4, 2025

Theresa Ernestine Saunders Obituary

Dr. Theresa Ernestine Saunders, a distinguished educator and musician, passed away on September 4, 2025. Born in Jackson, MI, on January 5, 1953, she was the eldest child of Rev. Dr. William R. and Mary Saunders. Her musical journey began at a remarkably young age. She first touched the piano keys at five, and by seven, she...

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,...

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