Obituaries in Hillsborough, NC

BAHAMA ~ Lilly “Tiny” Mayes Ellis, 69, passed away on Saturday, January 24,2026 at her home. She was born on October 6, 1956 to the late John Edgar Mayes and Jacqueline Ruby Mayes. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Steve Mayes and George Mayes.Mrs. Ellis is survived by her husband, Dale...

Fitting a hearing aid to help a disabled veteran, guiding his boat into the ocean near his “Brown Rug House” on Emerald Isle or wading into a Montana river to fly-fish, advising a young homeowner on the best shrub for a particular space, gently caring for an injured little donkey, mowing acres of pa...

Jane M. Carpenter, age 73, of Hillsborough, NC, passed away on January 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.Born on May 8, 1952, in Durham, Jane was the beloved daughter of the late Clyde and Minnie Hart. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bayman Hart, and her sister, Carolyn LeCates.Fol...

Helen Roberts Ellis, 91, of Bahama, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, at Duke Regional Hospital.Helen was born and raised in Bahama, NC, where she spent her life rooted in family, faith, and community. She had a lifelong devotion to her loved ones, especially her son and gr...

*******SERVICE TIME HAS CHANGED******Durham – Mary Ann Hicks Barger, 86, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Hock Pavillon in Durham. She was born in Granville county to the late Henry Ernest Hicks and Elizabeth Dickerson Hicks. She is also preceded in death by her infant daughter, Cynthia Ga...

TIMBERLAKE: Paige Oakley King, 80, went to her Heavenly home on Saturday, January 17, 2026. She was born in Durham, to the late Harvey Sam Oakley and Louise Roberts Oakley. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Larry King; and brothers, Larry Oakley and Sammy Oakley.Pa...

**Timberlake** Gwendolyn “Gwyn” Carol Dunnegan, 80, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Duke University Hospital in Durham. She was born in Durham County to the late Earl Brinkley Dunnegan and Virginia Dare Powell Dunnegan. She was also preceded in death by her sons, Edward James Tivnan (T...

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 16 at Mt. Sylvan United Methodist Church with Rev. Kathie Wilkinson officiating. Due to anticipated cold weather, the graveside service will begin indoors in the sanctuary, with visitation as we gather for worship.

Willis Barnes Murchison died on January 10, 2026 from a broken heart after the passing of his beloved wife of 60 years, Sidney this past September. He was her primary caregiver for the past 5 years and provided loving care during her struggle with Alzheimer’s.Willis was a talented painter and artist...

James Pendleton “Jim” RayHILLSBOROUGH — James Pendleton “Jim” Ray, 84, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Duke University Hospital. He was born in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, to the late J. Marvin Ray and Aileen Blanche Pendleton Ray, and lived most of his life in Hillsborough, Ora...

One of the best men who was a client and friend. Video from last spring showing he'd do anything for anyone. Love this man so much. RIP 🙏🏻✝️🫶🏻

James Thomas Hunt Sr. 88, of Durham, NC left this world peacefully on January 8 2026 to be with our Lord.Born on November 18, 1937 in Bahama, NC to the late Ewell Hunt and Alma Cash Hunt. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Magdalene C. Hunt and is survived by his long-...