Local Obituaries for Smithfield, nc & Johnston County

Aug 23, 2025

Aug 23, 2025

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Anthony DeLeon Barnes, affectionately known as “Tony,” was born on March 8, 1968, in Selma, North Carolina, to Carolyn Barnes-Davis and

Willie Robertson. At the age of 12, Tony accepted Christ and joined New Hill Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. W. M. Giles. He graduated

from Smithfield-Selma Senior High School. After graduation, Tony proudly enlisted in the UnitedStates Army. Following...

Aug 21, 2025

Carrie Lillie Jane Simms Stancil, was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and loyal servant of Jehovah God who departed this life on August 21, 2025 at the age of 93. Lillie was born and raised in Selma, North Carolina to the late Lester and Flossie Sims. She was the eldest of sixteen children. She grew up on a farm where...

Aug 14, 2025

Aug 14, 2025

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Freddie Kay Devone, 67, of Smithfield, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, August 14, 2025, surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Early Life Freddie was one of 18 children, born into a large and loving family. Growing up with so many brothers and sisters shaped him into a man who valued family, loyalty, and love throughout his...

Aug 13, 2025

**Obituary for Mary Jean Lefgren Moody**

Mary Jean Lefgren Moody, born on June 27, 1942, in Ogden, Utah, to the late James S. and Ida I. Lefgren, passed away peacefully. She was a proud graduate of Ben Lomond High School in Ogden and began her career with the Internal Revenue Service before relocating to North Carolina.

Mary is preceded in death by...

Aug 2, 2025

Marilyn Walters Eason is survived by her devoted husband, Napolean Eason, who stood faithfully by 

her side through life’s many seasons. She is fondly remembered by siblings: Edward Walters, Gerald

llen, Tony Anthony Walters, Maryland Junior Walters (Emily Walters), and James Walters

(Ema Walters). She was preceded in death by a dear sister, Linda MacFarland. Cherished and

remembered always by her loving children: Tomecca...

Aug 1, 2025

**Obituary for Demetrius “Scooter” Moore**

Demetrius “Scooter” Moore was born on July 8, 1984, at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, D.C., to the late Constance Deloris Moore and the late George “Alvin” Darby. He departed this life on August 1, 2025.

Demetrius was a vibrant and energetic individual who touched the hearts of all who knew him. His playful spirit, sense...

Jul 31, 2025

Anthony Ricardo Finch was born on January 6, 1968, in Boston, Massachusetts, to the

late Shirley Finch and Emerson Clarke.

Anthony departed this earthly life and went home to be with our Lord on July 30, 2025.

He received his education from Triton High School in Erwin, NC, graduating in 1989. He

was employed at Advance Concrete LLC in Garner, NC.

Anthony was baptized at...

Jul 29, 2025

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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Jul 26, 2025

The life of Ada Mae Taylor—beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grand-

mother, sister, friend, and faithful servant of Jehovah—began on November 24, 1934, when she was born Ada Mae

Raynor to Naomi Bryant Rayner and Frank Rayner Sr. in Selma, North Carolina. She was the second of twelve chil-

dren—eight boys and four girls—each one part of a noisy, loving, hardworking family.

Even as...

Jul 24, 2025

Marta Alomar, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, 

passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, at the age of 81. She was born on June 20, 1944, in Santa 

Isabel, Puerto Rico, and lived a life rooted in strength, love, and deep devotion to her family.

She is survived by her loving children: Sandra, Ismael, and Raquel; her cherished grandchildren: 

Shakira, Cassandra, Rafael,...

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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...

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...

Jul 6, 2025

Erica Grace Herbstreith, 35, of Coats/Erwin, passed away on

July 6, 2025, at her home in Dunn, NC.

She was born on May 9, 1990, in Smithfield Hospital to

Nancy Nichols and David Herbstreith.

Erica is survived by her mother, Nancy Nichols; her

children, Raylen Purcell and Tailen Purcell; her brother,

Justin Herbstreith (Haylea Curcie); her sister, Bonni Mauro;

nieces Isabella Mauro and Addalynn Herbstreith; and

nephew Holden...

Jul 6, 2025