Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Smithfield, nc & Johnston County

Andy Ralph Nunn

Andy Ralph Nunn

Jul 9, 2026

Andy Ralph Nunn, 64, of North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on July 9, 2026. He was born on March 31, 1962, in Goldsboro, Wayne County, to the late B. Frank Nunn Sr. and Betty S. Nunn.

Andy was a man who found his peace in simple things: a quiet morning on the water, a well-played game of...

Eric Darelle Sanders

Eric Darelle Sanders

Jul 9, 2026

Eric Sanders was born on March 11, 1970, in Hollandale, Mississippi, to the late Archie and Virgie M. Sanders. Eric was a 1988 graduate of Smithfield Selma Senior High School, where he excelled in football and basketball. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserves. Upon returning home from basic training, Eric resumed his lifelong career alongside his father,...

David Antonio Medina Castro

David Antonio Medina Castro

Jul 6, 2026

Nuestros pensamientos y oraciones van a la familia del señorDavid Antonio Medina Castro que residia en Seven Springs, NC 28578. El señor Medina Castro fallecio el dia 6 de julio del 2026.

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Sabado 11 de julio, 2026

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Effie Jane Godette Toon

Effie Jane Godette Toon

Jul 4, 2026



“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is notproud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easilyangered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil, butrejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, alwaysperseveres. Love never fails.”

I Corinthians 13:4-8

Our beloved,...

Lorena Capera Paz

Lorena Capera Paz

Jun 25, 2026

Nuestros pensamientos y oraciones van a la familia dela señora Zulman Lorena Capera Paz que residia enSmithfield, NC 27577. La señora Capera Paz fallecio eldia 25 de junio del 2026.

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Lunes 29 de junio, 2026 desde las 5:00 pm hasta 12 am del martes 30 de junio, 2026.

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Olivia Rene

Olivia Rene

Jun 23, 2026

Mrs. Olivia Rene was born on April 8, 1938, in Miragoâne, Haiti. She was blessed with a happy childhood and was raised with strong values that would guide her throughout her life. As a young woman, she made the courageous decision to move to Aruba to work so she could help support her mother, demonstrating her selflessness and deep love...

George Walter Sanders, Jr.

George Walter Sanders, Jr.

Jun 14, 2026

George Walter Sanders, Jr. was born on March 13, 1950, in Dunn,

North Carolina, to George Walter Sanders, Sr. and Annie Judkins Sanders. He departed this life on June 14, 2026, at Clayton Rehabilitation Center.

George grew up in Harnett and Johnston Counties. He attended Hill Side School in Benson, North Carolina, where he enjoyed participating on the gymnastics team, one of...

Eddie Thomas Leach, Jr.

Eddie Thomas Leach, Jr.

Jun 9, 2026

Eddie Thomas Leach, Jr., of Smithfield, North Carolina, peacefully

departed this earthly life at Hospice House in Smithfield. The family

extends its heartfelt gratitude to the physicians, nurses, caregivers, and

staff whose compassion, kindness, and dedicated care provided comfort

and support during his final days.

Eddie was born to the late Eddie Thomas Leach, Sr. and

Doris Elizabeth Lee Leach. He was preceded in death by...

Doris Windley

Doris Windley

Jun 9, 2026

Doris J. Windley, 76 passed away peacefully on June 9, 2026, at UNC Hospice in Smithfield, NC. She was born January 2, 1950, in Philadelphia, PA.



Doris was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of Jehovah. She lived a life of love, faith, family, laughter, and service.

Doris graduated from Shaw University in 1985 and carried a creative spirit....

James Edward Sanders

James Edward Sanders

Jun 5, 2026

In Loving Memory of Deacon James Edward Sanders

Deacon James Edward Sanders, age 85 was born on April 12, 1941 to the late James Hubert Sanders and Vernell Sanders in Smithfield, NC. God called him home on Friday, June 5, 2026. He was the oldest of 10 siblings. He graduated from Johnston County Training School in Smithfield, NC. His parents saw...