Obituaries
Marian Deloris Williams Cooley
Oct 5, 2026
Marian Lois Williams Cooley passed away on Monday, October 5, 2026 at the Laurels of Forest Glen in Garner, NC.
Marion Lois, and she was affectionally called, was the wife of Clinton Cooley. They shared a beautiful life together. She was the mother of Chandra and Nicholas McNeil whom she loved with all of her heart. A woman of virtue,...
William “Bill” Kearns
Oct 1, 2026
William “Bill” Turnbull Kearns, 62 Clayton | February 17, 1964–October 1, 2026
Bill was a husband, father, musician, writer, and technology application specialist, but he was defined less by titles and most by his capacity to grow. He loved deeply, made mistakes, carried regrets, and changed. Over time, he became more open, reflective, and grateful, understanding that love is shown through...
Bryan Allison
Sep 21, 2026
Bryan Allison, beloved son, husband, brother, and friend, passed away on September 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and adventure. Born on May 4, 2001, in North Carolina, Bryan was a beacon of joy and warmth to all who knew him.
Bryan was the cherished son of Crystal Greene and Barron Allison, Sr. and the devoted husband of...
Nathaniel Cannon
Sep 8, 2026
Nathaniel O'Neal “Nat” Cannon, 51, of Wilson, North Carolina, passed away on September 4, 2026.
Nat was a man who knew how to enjoy life and treasured the people and experiences that made it meaningful. Above all, he loved his children, Madison Lynn Cannon and Devin O'Neal Cannon, who were an important and cherished part of his life.
Those who knew Nat...
Melissa Kitchen
Sep 4, 2026
Melissa Kitchen, 60 a beloved CNA and a beautiful soul peacefully left this world on September 4th, surrounded by the love of her family in Dunn, North Carolina.
Melissa was born on October 10, 1965 in Welch, West Virginia, to Mamie Louise Swan and Charles Stacey, Sr. She grew up in Pontiac, Michigan with her mother and stepfather Wayne Harbor, along...
