Mr. Ronald “Ronnie” Barnes, age 79, passed away peacefully after a short illness on 06/01/2023.  He is survived by his two sisters, Dottie Earp of Willow Spring, and Betty Jones and husband Andy of Angier.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Family and friends wishing to pay their respects are welcome to visit the home of Betty and Andy Jones.  

Mr. Cecil Wayne Williamson, age 80, passed away Saturday, 05/27/2023.   He is survived by his two brothers, Quinius and Richard. Mr. Williamson is also survived by his three sons Kenneth, Richard, and Michael; and his grandchildren Felicia, Brittany, and Victoria. A Celebration of Life service will be held at Evangel Church, 201 Meadow Drive, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 on Sunday, June 4th at 1:00 p.m.

Mrs. Renee Beth McGrath, 62, passed away Tuesday, 05/16/2023.   Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Mr. James S. Mullen, age 66, passed away Monday 5/01/2023 in Spring Lake.  Mr. Mullen was preceded in death by his father, Shelton Howard Mullen.  He is survived by his mother, Delores Mullen; his wife of 45 years, Wanda R. Mullen; two daughters, Tosha M Narron (Wayne) and Ashley R. Mullen (Ronald); two grandchildren, Shyenne V. Narron and Christopher S. Barron; three brothers, Wayne, Gary and Steve Mullen, and sister, Terry Mullen.

Mrs. Barbara Ann Ellis of Dunn, N.C. passed peacefully on Sunday April 9th, 2023 at Harnett Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  Mrs. Ellis was born in New Hanover county on June 21, 1929 to the late George and Leola Best. She was preceded in death by two brothers Billy and George Best, one sister Jean Ballinger, and one daughter, Daphne Sue Jordan. Mrs. Ellis was married to her late husband, William Leon Ellis Sr.  She served and supported him in his PFWB...

Billy Jacob Smith, age 78, passed away Thursday, 03/30/2023.  Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

William “Bill” Fussell Sr., 73, of Clayton, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 8th, 2023. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Anna Fussell; his daughter, Tonya Collins (Jeff); his son, Britt Fussell; stepson, Michael McClamroch; his two granddaughters, Brooke Barnes and Logan Fussell (John); and his two great-granddaughters Paisley and Sadie. Also, his two fur-babies, Spook and Patsy. There will be a private memorial at the family home.

Mr. Andrew John Snyder, age 76, passed away Sunday, 02/05/2023.    Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Johnny Mack Faircloth, 80 years old, and son of Luther and Addie Faircloth, passed away in his home on February 01, 2023 at 12:52PM. Johnny was born on January 12th, 1943.  He was a welder and fabricator his entire life. At the time of his death, he was surrounded by his son Robert, his wife Sherry, his daughter Jean, grandson Dustin, and friend Sheila Holder. Preceded in death by his brothers Paul, Bobby, Floyd and Leonis Faircloth, as well his sisters Jean,...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Debra Lynn Yarbrough on Thursday January 26th, 2023. Debbie was born on January 30th, 1964 to the late Arthur Ray and Mary Sue Yarbrough.  "Smurf" was known for her infectious personality, excellent wit, oversized sweatshirts, and love for great entertainment. Whether that was Baseball, Peanuts, Jeopardy, Hallmark movies, Bruno Mars, or The Bee Gees. She knew every road in Fuquay like the back of her hand and was always...