Obituaries in Goldsboro, NC

Calvin Ray Heath, 70, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, at Duke University Hospital in Durham, surrounded by the love of his family. Ray was born in Norfolk, Virginia, on April 14, 1955, to the late Wilbur “Buddy” Heath and Betty Gordon Heath. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in de...

John Edward Pine, 40, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at his home. Born in Delphi, Indiana on January 29, 1986, John was the son of Gary James Pine and Elizabeth Long Johnston.John dedicated more than 13 years of his career to Butterball in Mount Olive and was most recently employ...

Goldsboro- Helga Keller Sherman, 91, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at Somerset Court. Helga was born on November 2, 1934 in Germany.Helga was deeply devoted to her family and cherished the time she spent with them, especially through preparing and sharing meals. She had a lifelong love o...

Goldsboro-Polly Hilbun Adams, 92, peacefully entered the presence of the Lord on Monday, February 2, 2026, in the comfort of her home.Polly was born on May 18, 1933, in Wayne County, North Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Rodney Hilbun and Odesma Van Hoy Hilbun.In addition to her parents, ...

Bobby Harrell Fields, 86, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 2, 2026, at UNC Rex Healthcare in Raleigh. Bobby was born in Wayne County on September 11, 1939, to the late William Wright Fields and Zilphia Gurley Fields. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Ve...

Pikeville-Katherine Pippin Lancaster, 81, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Wayne County on March 26, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Earl and Edna Winbon Pippin.Katherine is survived by her sons, Ken Lancaster (Lindsa...

Charles Russell Corbitt, 78, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at UNC Wayne Health Care in Goldsboro. Born in Wayne County on January 10, 1948, Charles was the son of the late Russell and Agnes Corbitt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ken Corbitt.Charles wa...

Billy Harrell Sauls, 83, passed away at Wayne UNC Health Care on February 1, 2026. Born in Wayne County on February 5, 1942, he was the son of the late Sidney Russell Sauls and Clara Lee Sauls.In addition to his parents, Billy was preceded in death by his daughters, Sharon Barber and Karen Sauls May...

Evangeline Lancaster Grimes, 95, lovingly known as “Vanny,” went home to be with her Lord and Savior and her beloved family on Monday, February 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family at The Indigo in Pikeville. Vanny was born in Wayne County on January 14, 1931, to the late Zeb and Alene Lanc...

Taylor Gregory Potter (Gregg), 78, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026 surrounded by his family. Gregg was born on August 26th, 1947, in Greene County. He grew up in Goldsboro, NC and spent his childhood helping his family on the farm. He graduated from New Hope High School in 1965. Gregg contin...

Ellen Sue Parker, 70, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. Born in Columbus, Ohio, on June 2, 1955, Ellen was the daughter of the late Diana and John James Parker. In addition to her parents, she was ...

Chester Ray Howell, 73, affectionately known as “Rayye,” passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, at UNC Health in Chapel Hill. Rayye was born in Wayne County on October 25, 1952, to the late Chester Lee Howell and Gladys Ophelia Hollowell Howell.Rayye proudly served his country in the United States...