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Shawn Patrick Carr

Shawn Patrick Carr

May 9, 2025

Shawn Patrick Carr October 28, 1954 ~ May 9, 2025

70 Years Old

Father: Joseph E. Carr (deceased); Mother: Joan E. Carr-Williams (deceased); both from Attleboro, Massachusetts. Brother: Michael J. Carr (age 73) of Midland Park, NJ; Brother: Kevin F. Carr (age 72) & Sister in Law: Michelle Carr (age 66) both of Carver, MA;...

Virginia Goodwin Moore

Virginia Goodwin Moore

Mar 28, 2025

Mrs. Virginia Goodwin Moore, 94, passed away Friday, 03/28/2025.  Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Bernice Lee Prince

Bernice Lee Prince

Dec 23, 2024

Bernice Lee Prince

12/15/1935 - 12/23/2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bernice Lee Prince, 89 years old, from Fuquay-Varina, on December 23, 2024.  Bernice will always be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife of 70 years, Phyllis Evans Prince; his two children, Vickie Prince Bridgers Biegel and husband Alan V.A....

Donnie E. Knowles

Donnie E. Knowles

Dec 8, 2024

Donnie Edward Knowles, 46, of Coats, NC passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024.  He is preceded in death by his mother, Helen Kay Knowles and sister, Tammy Knowles.

Donnie was a devoted father.  He is survived by his son, Gage Knowles of Coats, NC; sisters, Lisa Knowles of Angier, NC and Crystal Wade of Newport News, VA;...

Charles Allan Blanton

Charles Allan Blanton

Dec 4, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Charles Allan Blanton, 63, on December 4th, 2024. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and cherished friend.  Allan touched the lives of everyone who knew him with his warmth, humor, and unwavering love for his family, friends, neighbors and Christmas.

Allan was preceded in...

Anne W. Burgess

Anne W. Burgess

Nov 14, 2024

Anne W. Burgess, a vibrant and loving soul, passed away on November 14, 2024, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. Anne was a devoted mother whose love and laughter were boundless. She wore many hats throughout her life, working as a store clerk, jailor, and nurse aide, always bringing compassion and dedication to every role.

Anne...

Russell Thomas Hogan

Russell Thomas Hogan

Nov 4, 2024

Russell Thomas Hogan, age 76, passed away Monday, 11/04/2024.  Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Karen S Faircloth

Karen S Faircloth

Nov 4, 2024

Karen S Faircloth age 70, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024 at UNC Johnston Healthcare in Smithfield.

She is preceded in death by parents Virginia and Allen Flood, Betty Ann Waldon and William Goad, siblings, Frances Flood, Donna Jackson and Paul Goad, daughter-in–law Donna Faircloth. She is survived by her husband Ray Faircloth and son Allen Faircloth...

Timothy Allen Davis

Timothy Allen Davis

Nov 1, 2024

Timothy Allen Davis

Sunrise 8-2-1974

Sunset 11-1-2024

Timothy Allen Davis of Clayton, NC age 50, lost his battle with many health problems on Friday, 11/01/2024.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Julia and Rudolph Davis, his wife of 26 years, Amanda Davis and brother, Chuck Brantham.

He...

Barbara J Grady

Barbara J Grady

Oct 10, 2024

Ms. Barbara J. Grady, 76, passed away Friday, 10/10/2024.

Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home .

Corey Collin Childres

Corey Collin Childres

Sep 27, 2024

In Loving Memory of Corey Collin Childres:

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Corey Childres at the age of 33. He was a beloved member of our family, known for his kindness, infectious laughter, and unwavering spirit.

Corey was born in Orange County, California and grew up in Garden Grove...

Stephen Brent Burns

Stephen Brent Burns

Jun 26, 2024

Stephen "Brent" Burns

March 26, 1959 – June 26, 2024

Brent passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday morning, June 26, 2024 from Stage IV mestatic colorectal cancer.

Brent was a proud Veteran who served in the Army for six years as a Cannon Crewmember. After leaving the Army in 1986, he worked...

Robert Wayne Howard

Robert Wayne Howard

Jun 4, 2024

Mr. Robert Wayne Howard passed away Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at his home surrounded by family and friends.  Robert was always there for anyone in need and would give the shirt off his back to help another person.  Since he was 18 years old, he was a painter.  He loved hot rod cars and was an antique car collector....

Heather Dawn Young

Heather Dawn Young

May 22, 2024

Heather Dawn Young, age 50, passed away Wednesday, 05/22/2024.

Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Bryan M. Byrd

Bryan M. Byrd

May 20, 2024

Mr. Bryan McKimmon Byrd, age 61, passed away Monday, 05/20/2024.  Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Katie Mclemore Piercy

Katie Mclemore Piercy

May 7, 2024

Katie McLemore Piercy passed away May 7 from a heart attack. She was 67.  Katie was well known for her love and pride of the time spent as a UNITED STATES MARINE.

Katie and her family moved to Lillington in 1968 and was in the LHS class of 1975. After her time in the Marines Katie worked...

Jennifer Lynn Brady

Jennifer Lynn Brady

Apr 21, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the tragic loss of our daughter, Jennifer L. Brady, 41, of Dunn, NC.  After suffering a sudden brain aneurysm, she went to be with the Lord on 4-21-24.

Jennifer attended Harlem High School and was active in cheerleading.   She graduated from Roosevelt Community Education Center at the top of...

Leonard Samuel England

Leonard Samuel England

Mar 15, 2024

Leonard "Big Len" England

A Celebration of Life

Leonard England born on April 9th,1935 entered into eternal celebration late evening March 15th, 2024 to greet his greatest friends in his 88 years, Alan "Al" Ames and Joseph "Benji" Bencivenga. He has been received with the most welcome of parties and a Jack Daniels, neat, into...

Morris Edward Whitmore

Morris Edward Whitmore

Mar 3, 2024

Morris Edward Whitmore 89, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday March 3, 2024, at The William M. Dunlap Center for Caring Hospice Home in Raleigh, NC. Morris was born on January 31, 1935, in Warren County, NC, son of Kenneth and Helen Whitmore. He grew up on a share crop...

Charlene Woodrum

Charlene Woodrum

Feb 16, 2024

Mrs. Charlene Gibson Woodrum, age 76, passed away Friday, 02/16/2024.

Mrs. Woodrum was born to Gilbert Harold Gibson and Stella Mae Toler.  She was proceeded in death by her brothers, Harold Edward Gibson and Sylvester Gibson; Sisters, Beaulah Cook and Melva Sigmon; and granddaughter, Casey Dawn.  Mrs. Woodrum is survived by her children, Robert Allen Dubulis wife(Cindy),...

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