Clayton, NC Obituaries

Colleen Briedge Juliana Pelella Gilmartin, age 69, of Clayton, North Carolina, formerly of Lynbrook & Oceanside, Long Island, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, December 20, 2025 at the SECU Hospice...

Howard David Brashear, born on January 28, 1947, in Pittsburgh, passed away on December 19, 2025, at the age of 78. He was a resident of Clayton, North Carolina.

Cody Bogdanowicz, 38, of Kenly, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 17th, 2025, at UNC Chapel Hill surrounded by his beloved wife, Kristina Bogdanowicz and loved ones after a courageous...

Zachary Reid Tew, born on October 23, 1987, in Dunn, North Carolina, passed away on December 17, 2025, at the age of 38. He was known by the name Zack to his friends and family. Zack was home-school...

Ronnie Blaine Wilson, age 72, of Clayton, North Carolina passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 18, 2025 at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, North Carolina. A memorial service to celebrate...

Daniel Edward Watson, age 63 of Clayton, NC, passed away after a sudden illness on Saturday, December 13, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Roanoke, VA, on November 16, 1962, he was a son to ...

Jean Jones Wheeler, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025. She was born in Clayton, NC on June 29, 1935, to the late Clarence and Bernice Bailey Jones. She is survived by her daughters,...

Willa Dean Thompson Temple, affectionately known as Dean by her friends and family, transitioned peacefully to her Heavenly home with her family by her side December 11, 2025. Dean was born May 1,19...

Helen Elizabeth Austin Ellerbe passed peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 after a few years of declining health. Up until then, she maintained her kindness, grace, compassion, vivacious nature,...

Patricia Mary Wands Bell peacefully passed away into the arms of God on Saturday December 6, 2025, at 3:50 pm at Wake Hospital in Raleigh North Carolina. She was surrounded by her Husband, family and ...

Betty Ann Keziah Rippy, age 81, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at her home in Clayton, North Carolina. Born in Charlotte, North Carolina on August 23, 1944, she was a daughter to the late Pa...

Michael (Mike) Harry Gaston, age 72, of Clayton, NC, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025 at WakeMed Hospital in Raleigh after a period of declining health. He was born on October 21, 1953, Me...

Linda Ann Savino Gilmartin, age 64, of Clayton, North Carolina passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 29, 2025 with family by her side. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be ...

Terry Lynn Perry, age 64, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Friday, November 28th, 2025. Terry was born on February 16, 1961, in Johnston County to Betsy Baggett Perry and the late Calv...

Wanda Shaw Smitherman, 86, of Clayton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Born on December 20, 1938, in Jemison, Alabama, she was the daughter of the la...

Patricia “Patty” D. Little October 25, 1931 – November 23, 2025 Patricia “Patty” D. Little, 94, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025. Born on October 25, 1931, in Rand, West Virginia, she was t...

Henry Raul Reyes Caisapanta, born on November 17, 1956, passed away on November 20, 2025, at the age of 69. He was a resident of Selma, North Carolina.

John Thomas Shuler, 83, of Smithfield, NC, passed away on November 19, 2025, at the SECU Hospice House, surrounded by the love of his family. Born February 16, 1942, in Columbia, SC, he lived a life ...

Ashlynn Mercy Mathias passed away on November 17, 2025, at the age of 27. Ashlynn was born on March 31, 1998. She was a resident of Raleigh, North Carolina.

Adam Mutu Senior Master Sergeant (SMSgt.) USAF/USAF Reserve October 8, 1930 November 18, 2025 Adam Mutu, age 95, born in Uzdin, Yugoslavia to Maria and Yanku Mutu in the fall of 1930. As his m...

Isaac William McKinney, born on June 3, 1981, in Johnston City, Tennessee, passed away on November 17, 2025, at the age of 44. Isaac was a resident of Clayton, North Carolina.

Nancy Ann Marshutz passed away on November 17, 2025, at the age of 85. She was born on December 29, 1939, in Belknap, New Hampshire. Nancy Ann Marshutz was a resident of Clayton, North Carolina.

When Linda Roach Airington entered this world, who knew what an impact she would have not only on her loved ones, but also so many outside her inner circle? She was born to Paul and Addie Mae Roach on...

Charlotte Elizabeth Allen, born on March 25, 1938, in Roanoke, Virginia, passed away on November 15, 2025, at the age of 87. Charlotte resided in Clayton, North Carolina.

Gilda Mayes Branch, age 72, of Clayton, North Carolina, peacefully returned to her Lord Jesus on November 13, 2025, at Wake Medical Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her father, Charles Mayes was a ...

Miss Jennifer Lynne Tolson, born on July 16, 1964, in Wilson, North Carolina, passed away on November 15, 2025, at the age of 61. Jennifer was a resident of Clayton, North Carolina. Services will be...

Born Billy Dean Hardy on August 24, 1936 in Abbs Valley, VA to Dewey Thomas Hardy and Bessie Clara Hardy (Sparks) Finished the race, and kept the faith: November 16, 2025 in Smithfield, NC Life and L...

Nancy Leighton Weber, 82, of Clayton, NC, died peacefully on November 14, 2025, surrounded by her children, her dear friends, and her beloved dog, Benji. A memorial service will be held at McLaurin F...

Joan Cooke Basala, 78, of Cary, North Carolina, went into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, November 21, 2025 in the chapel of McLaurin Funeral ...

Tammy Yvonne Stallings Blinson, age 54 passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at her parents’ residence in Blounts Creek, North Carolina following a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral servic...

Mrs. Margaret Jo Cockrell Daughtry, 81, of Athens, Georgia and formerly of Clayton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital with fa...

Born in Glen Rogers, West Virginia, on October 9, 1943, Jerry was the cherished son of Virginia and Albert Snuffer, and one of fourteen siblings. After completing high school, he made the noble decisi...

Lisa Ellen Rarick Willis, 73, of Clayton, North Carolina, died at the SECU Hospice House of Smithfield after declining health on Sunday November 9, 2025. Lisa peacefully entered her Heavenly home with...

Judy Cox passed away peacefully at home early Friday morning with her family by her side. Judy had the ability to make us laugh and even find the fun at times during her long dance with Alzheimer’s. ...

Clayton- Judith Ann Picariello, 81, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025. Born in Newark, New Jersey, to the late Eugene and Julia Grabowski, Judith was a devoted wife, loving mother, and woman ...

Stephen Lester Kornegay, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at the age of 76. Stephen was born in Clinton, NC on February 7, 1949, to Joyce Perry Kornegay and the late Marshall R. Kornegay. In...

Alex Arble, born in Ypsilanti, Michigan on Monday, October 3rd, 1994 and died on Saturday, November 1st, 2025. A service to celebrate and honor Alex's life will be held 1:00 PM Sunday, November 9, 2...

Febbie Ashworth Prince, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, at the age of 84. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 10:00 AM unt...

Melissa “Lisa” Lynn Holcombe-Welch, age 58, of Garner, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, on February 9, 1967, she was a daughter to Jimmy Holco...

William Chester Bunting (“Bill”), age 83 of Garner, North Carolina passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at the V.A. Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. Funeral Services will be private. He was ...

Janet Rose Pharr, age 70, of Clayton, NC, passed away surrounded by her family on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Born in Welch, West Virginia, on April 25, 1955, she was a daughter to the late Boyd and Aud...

John Thomas Kelly died peacefully on November 1, 2025 from complications related to dementia. His wife of 19 years, Nancy, was by his side throughout his journey. John was a man of strong Catholic fa...

Carl Brooks, of Clayton, North Carolina died Friday Morning October 31, 2025 at Transitions Lifecare, Cary, North Carolina. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, Nov...

In Loving Memory of Milo Steven Hardin December 26, 1979 – October 24, 2025 Milo Steven Hardin was born on December 26, 1979, in Seattle, Washington, to Michael Eugene Hardin Sr. and Loretta Tovar. He...

Theodore "Ted" Albert Caracciolo, age 78 of Smithfield, North Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2024, at UNC Rex Hospital in Raleigh, North Carolina. No formal services are planned at thi...

Joanne Barone King age 72, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 Joann, a master gardener, was born in New Haven, CT on June 29, 1953, to the late Joseph and Janice Romberg Barone. Joann was a fait...

Lois King Day passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the age of 81. Lois was born in Nash County on August 15, 1944, to the late Vannie King and Addie Glover. In addition to her parents, Lois ...

Rumualdo "Maneco" Méndez Díaz, de 82 años, falleció el lunes 27 de octubre de 2025 en su casa de Raleigh, Carolina del Norte. Nacido en Neiba, República Dominicana, el 6 de febrero de 1943, era hijo d...

Carolyn Margaret Pyne Cooley, age 74 of Clayton, North Carolina passed away in her sleep on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at her residence. A memorial mass will be held Thursday, November 6th at 11:00 am...

Ashley Dallas Menges, 58, of Clayton, NC, passed away on October 25, 2025. No services are planned at this time. He was a devoted husband and father, beloved by his family and cherished by friends a...