Obituaries

Brenda Jackson

Brenda Jackson

Jun 22, 2026

Mrs. Brenda Jackson passed on Monday, June 22, 2026 at Transitions Lifecare in Raleigh.  Please keep the family lifted in prayer.

Robert Chavies, Jr.

Robert Chavies, Jr.

Jun 20, 2026

Mr. Robert Chavies, Jr. of Morrisville passed away on June 20, 2026.  Funeral arrangements are being planned and will be available once finalized.

John Urista

John Urista

Jun 19, 2026

Mr. John Urista of Henderson transitioned on June 19, 2026.  Arrangements are being planned, and will be announced by his family.

Kathy Ploskonka

Kathy Ploskonka

Jun 15, 2026

Ms. Kathy Ploskonka of Wake County peacefully passed away on June 15, 2026. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Funeral arrangements are planned for 12:30 PM Celebration of Her Life Ceremony on Monday, June 22, 2026 at Lori's Funeral Home's Chapel. May her memory be a lasting blessing to her family and friends.

Sandra Williams Tudor

Sandra Williams Tudor

Jun 14, 2026

Mrs. Sandra Williams Tudor, transitioned on Sunday morning @2 AM while a Patient at UNC Chapel Hill Health & Hospitals.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Betty Ann Patacco

Betty Ann Patacco

Jun 13, 2026

In Loving Memory of Betty Ann Patacco

Betty Ann Patacco passed away peacefully surrounded by love after a life defined by strength, determination, devotion to family, and a spirit that could never be broken.

Born to Elsie Pearl and David Francis, Betty Ann was raised alongside her brothers Earl, William, and David, and her sister Janet, all of whom preceded her in...

Dora Leslie

Dora Leslie

Jun 6, 2026

Dora Leslie departed this life on June 6th, 2026. Arrangements are slated for a Graveside Ceremony on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at St. Luke UCC Church Cemetery located at 2784 St. Luke Church Road, Goldston, NC 27262.

Elliott Fitzpatrick

Elliott Fitzpatrick

Jun 6, 2026

Elliott Fitzpatrick departed this life on May 6, 2026. Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Wanda Martinez

Wanda Martinez

Jun 2, 2026

Ms. Wanda Martinez, 64, passed away on June 2, 2026 at UNC Wayne Health & Hospitals in Goldsboro.

Arrangements are pending at this time.

Estrella Boykin

Estrella Boykin

Jun 1, 2026

Estrella Chirino Boykin, is survived by her daughter Lucille Boykin. Estrella was born in Cuba. After achieving her Law Degree she came to Miami FL and became a Teacher.She passed away peacefully at home with her family.

Lucille Freeman Hines

Lucille Freeman Hines

May 29, 2026

Ms. Lucille Freeman Hines, 93, who resided in Lawrenceville, Georgia passed away at Mesun Health Service.  Funeral arrangements are scheduled for Friday, June 12, 2026 at State Street Church of God of Prophecy.  

The services will begin with an 11 am Visitation, a 12 Noon Funeral Ceremony and a 1:30 pm Burial at Carolina Biblical Gardens.  

Beverly Roan Moore

Beverly Roan Moore

May 29, 2026

Beverly Roan Moore, 73, of Raleigh transitioned at Tower Nursing & Rehabilitation Nursing Home.  

Arrangements are slated for Saturday, June 6, 2026 beginning with a 10:30 am Visitation and 11 am Funeral Ceremony at the Headquarters/Galleria for Lori’s Funeral Home located at 1110 Holmes Street, Raleigh, NC 27610.

Harold Smith

Harold Smith

May 29, 2026

Mr. Harold Smith of Raleigh passed on Friday, May 29, 2026 at UNC Rex Health & Hospitals in Raleigh.  

Arrangements are slated Thursday, June 4, 2026 where A Celebration of His Life Ceremony will be held beginning with the Visitation at 12 Noon at Lori’s Funeral Home located at 2720 S. Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC 27603.  The Funeral will begin...