Obituaries in Goldsboro, NC

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 ...

Robert Eugene “Gene” Reich, 68, a beloved fixture of downtown Goldsboro, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of loyalty, hard work, and quiet humor that touched generations of friends and neighbors.For many years, Gene worked at the Record Rack in downtown Goldsboro, wh...

Pikeville-Doris Crawford Forehand, 83, was called home on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Born on March 3, 1942 in Wayne County, she was daughter to the late Leslie Crawford and Vivian Sasser Crawford.Doris was a devoted and faithful member of Pikes Crossroads Pentecostal Holiness Church, where she was ...

Jeanette Delores Gill, 88, passed peacefully on January 18, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center, surrounded by care and compassion.Jeanette was born on October 26, 1937, in Oshweken, Ontario, Canada, to Stewart and Violet Maracle. A proud Mohawk woman and member of the Six Nations of the Grand Rive...

Pikeville-Frank Cragin Pearson, 80, peacefully passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Portland, Maine on September 6, 1945, he was the son of the late Edgar Thomas and Lillian Alberta Cragin Pearson.Frank is survived by his wife, Gayle Bush Pea...

Henry Thomas Bedford, 67, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Wayne County on January 31, 1958, Henry was the son of the late Johnnie Thomas Bedford and Barbara “Bobbie” Tucker Bedford. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothe...

Floyd Luke Hill, 86, passed away at UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Born in Wayne County on August 30, 1939, he was the son of the late Luke Hill and Selma Smith Hill.Floyd is survived by his son, Mark Hill. Floyd is also survived by numerous cousins.Floyd was employ...

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...

Goldsboro-Donnie Ray Colmore, 85, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at Wayne UNC Health Care. Born in Jefferson County, Kentucky, he was son to the late Harry Colmore and Hattie Henderson.Donnie’s heart belonged to his family, and nothing brought him greater happiness than time spent with the...

Beloved and cherished Mami-Mama V, Vicki Wiki, Abuela Tory, sister, aunt, and friend, Victoria “Tory” Rivas Ramos went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.The family will receive friends on Friday, January 16, 2026 from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. ...

Norman Elissimer Herring Jr., age 89, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, in Goldsboro, North Carolina. Born on July 12, 1936, in Wayne County, North Carolina, Norman lived a life defined by dedication to his family, his work, and his community.Norman was a proud graduate of Pikeville High S...

Gladys Ila Odom Hill (Ila), 84, entered into eternity to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Johnston County on March 14, 1941, she was the daughter of the late John Smith Odom and Carrie Worley Odom.In addition to her parents, Ila was...