Maddison Leann Ennis

Jan 30, 2026

Maddison LeAnn Ennis was born on July 30, 2025 — a day made even more special as it was shared with her mother's birthday. She passed away on January 30, 2026, leaving behind a love far greater than the time she spent here.

Though her life was heartbreakingly brief, Maddison was deeply loved and cherished from her...

Deborah Ann Stanley

Jan 30, 2026

Deborah "Debbie" A. Stanley, 71 a resident of Garner, NC passed away suddenly Friday, January 30, 2026 at her home. Debbie was born and raised in Bennington, Vermont.

She married Robert G. Stanley in Shaftsbury, Vermont in January of 1984. They spent over 30 years together building a beautiful family filled with love, prior to Bobby's passing...

Mary Douglas Murdock

Jan 29, 2026

Mary Douglas McGee Murdock, 84, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, in Youngsville, North Carolina. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who knew her.

Mary Doug was born on March 12, 1941, in Lenoir, North Carolina, to Blanche and Connor McGee. Growing up with her sister, Sarah, Mary Doug blossomed into...

Herman Dennis "Buddy" O'Neal

Jan 27, 2026

Herman Dennis "Buddy" O'Neal, 91, of Fuquay-Varina, went to Heaven to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 27, 2026.  He was born in Warren County, North Carolina, to the late Herman and Columbia O'Neal.

Herman served in the United States Air Force for 20 years, retiring in 1973.  He served in Italy, France,...

Isaac Terrell King, Jr.

Jan 27, 2026

Isaac Terrell King Jr., aged 16, of Kansas City, Kansas, was called to his eternal rest on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

Born on October 6, 2009 to Isaac Terrell King, Sr. and Kendra Vondell Heard, he was a beacon of joy and light to all who knew him. Isaac was lovingly known by his affectionate nicknames, "Pooh"...

Franky Joy Ruth

Jan 26, 2026

Franky Joy Ruth, aged 71, of Wendell, passed into eternal rest on Monday, January 26, 2025. Born on November 22, 1954, in Wake County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Frank C. Ruth Jr. and Joy Hester Henderson Ruth. Her departure was preceded by her brother, Dr. Wayne Kimberly Ruth.

Franky dedicated her life...

Ann Whitaker-Sauls

Jan 23, 2026

Ann Whitaker-Sauls, 72, of Raleigh, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026.

Ann was born on May 25 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Janet Musser Whitaker and Ralph Whitaker, Jr. She was also raised by her stepfather, Thomas Hackney, Jr. She grew up in Raleigh and Wilson, North Carolina. Ann attended high school at Vardell Hall...

Jimmy Glenn Benson

Jan 22, 2026

Jimmy Glen Benson, born October 4, 1935, in Johnston County, North Carolina, passed away leaving behind a life well-lived, deeply loved, and richly remembered. The son of Lester and Leah Ogburn Benson, Jimmy carried with him a natural charm, quiet confidence, and a gift for making people feel seen—a trait that followed him from boyhood through his final days....

Annie Norris Messler

Jan 16, 2026

Annie Norris Messler

Passed peacefully at her residence on Friday, January 16, 2026.

Services held privately.

Dorothy Thomas Jordan

Jan 15, 2026

Dorothy (Dot) Thomas Jordan, age 84, of Cary, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Transitions LifeCare Hospice Home in Raleigh.

Dorothy was born on August 20, 1941, in Wake County, North Carolina, to the late Raymond Darnell Thomas and Josephine Rogers Thomas. She spent her professional career in service to the State...