Local Obituaries for Smithfield, nc & Johnston County

Sep 22, 2026

The Dubose Family will receive guests beginning Wednesday from 4-8 pm nightly through next Wednesday. 

The address is:

501 Dogwood Dr. 

Selma NC

Sep 20, 2026

Sep 15, 2026

Sep 10, 2026

In Loving Memory of Stanley Green

On Thursday, September 10th, Stanley earned his wings and was united with his Savior.

Stanley was born on April 2, 1960, in Apex, North Carolina, to the late John Daniel Green and Mary Lee Green. He and his family lived in Apex before later moving to Angier, where he spent much of his young adult life.

During...

Sep 9, 2026

Marilyn Denise Andrews Gordon, 77, of Garner, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026, at home, surrounded by the love of her family. Marilyn was a beloved wife, mother, Nana, sister, auntie, godmother, and friend to many. Her life was marked by faith, strength, determination, service, and an unwavering love for her family.

Marilyn was born on July 15,...

Sep 6, 2026

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Sep 4, 2026

Ronald Earl Sanders was born on January 11, 1962 to the late Pearline Sanders Williams in Smithfield, NC. He departed this life on September 4, 2026. Ronald graduated from

Smithfield-Selma Senior High School in 1983. After graduating, he began working in construction for a period of time before later joining Colonial Carton Company where he worked as a delivery truck driver....

Aug 27, 2026

Aug 23, 2026

In the early morning hours of Sunday, August 23, 2026, at 4:17 a.m., Shelia Denise

Lassiter peacefully transitioned f rom this earthly life to her heavenly home.

Shelia Denise Lassiter, daughter of Catherine Revell Watson and the late Howard

Watson, was born July 25, 1961, in Smithf ield, North Carolina.

During her childhood, Shelia attended Lee’s Chapel A.M.E. Church in Selma, North

Carolina, and Red...

Aug 22, 2026

“Every footprint, however small, leaves a powerful imprint on this world.”



Baby Cooper Austin Holloway was born sleeping on Saturday, August 22, 2026. He was held in the arms of his loving parents, Courtney Coward and Austin Holloway.



Although Cooper’s time in this world was far too short, he was deeply loved from the moment his family learned he was on his...

Aug 21, 2026

La’bresha Shamia KirtzSeptember 4, 1996 – August 21, 2026La’bresha Shamia Kirtz, affectionately loved by her family and friends, was born on September 4, 1996, in Smithfield, North Carolina, during Hurricane Fran—a memorable time for North Carolina. Even then, La’bresha decided to make her grand entrance!A lifelong resident of Smithfield, La’bresha was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, and friend whose...

Aug 21, 2026

Nuestros pensamientos y oraciones van a la familia del Señor Octavio Cruz Aguilar de 65 años quien residia en Clayton, NC 27520. El señor Cruz Aguilar fallecio el dia 21 de agosto del 2026.Por favor visite nuestra página www.Rlsandersfuneralhome.net para dejar sus condolencias. Su cuerpo será velado: Lunes 24 de agosto, 2026 desde las 12:00 pm hasta 10:00 pm.Sanders Funeral...

Aug 20, 2026

Aug 20, 2026

Mrs. Connie Jacquelyn Johnson-Wilson was born on December 24, 1954, in Clayton, North Carolina, to Doc Connie Johnson and Dinah Marie Clark. A true "daddy's girl," Connie shared a special bond with her father. She attended Smithfield-Selma High School and graduated in 1971.

Connie was a faithful servant of the Lord whose bright spirit touched the lives of those around her....

Aug 20, 2026

Roddregus "Rodd" Montez Raynor was born on August 15, 1974 and

peacefully departed this life on August 20, 2026 at the age of 52.

Rodd graduated from South Johnston High School, class of 1992. After school he embraced various roles, exploring different career paths and discovering his true passions. He found his calling at Novo Nordisk, where he dedicated the last 15...

Aug 19, 2026

William Nixon of Garner, North Carolina passed away unexpectedly at the age of 50.



William Nixon was born to Laura Ann Nixon and William Paige on May 1, 1976



T. as he was affectionately known, was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion,...

Aug 16, 2026

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