Obituaries

Michael Washington

Michael Washington

Jul 23, 2025

Our beloved uncle, Michael Tyrone Washington, 66, formerly of Wilmington, North Carolina, passed away on July 22, 2025 in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Michael will be remembered for his big infectious smile and his humorous personality. There is now a void in our lives without “Uncle Mike”. We will

miss him but we rejoice in knowing...

Robert Joseph Stagnaro

Robert Joseph Stagnaro

Jul 18, 2025

Mr. Robert Joseph Stagnaro passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025, in Durham at the Veteran’s Hospital.  Funeral arrangements are scheduled for an 11 AM Mass on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at St. Michael the Archangel Roman Catholic Church located at 804 High House Road, Cary, NC 27513.  Immediately following the Mass, the Burial will follow at Wake Memorial...

Luis Cruz Rodriguez

Luis Cruz Rodriguez

Jul 13, 2025

Arrangements are incomplete at this hour.

Lois Kathryn Richardson

Lois Kathryn Richardson

Jul 12, 2025

Arrangements are incomplete.

Linda Diane Ledbetter

Linda Diane Ledbetter

Jul 8, 2025

Linda Diane Ledbetter, 58, of Holly Springs, North Carolina, passed away on July 8, 2025. Born on February 5, 1967, in Raleigh, NC, Linda brought light, laughter, and love to everyone she encountered.

Linda was the life of the party, known for her quick wit, her unbeatable card-playing skills, and her love for fishing. She...

Daniel Valladares-Espinoza

Daniel Valladares-Espinoza

Jul 7, 2025

Funeral arrangements are slated for Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 9 AM- 12 PM for the Viewing and Visitation.  The Celebration of His Life Ceremony will begin at 12 Noon until 1:30 PM at the Headquarters/Galleria for Lori's Funeral Home located at 1110 Holmes Street, Raleigh, NC 27610.  The Graveside Ceremony will begin at 2 PM at Historic Oakwood...

Benjamin  Brown

Benjamin Brown

Jul 5, 2025

Benjamin Brown, 77, of Wake Forest, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

Born in Brooklyn, New York on December 17, 1947, Benjamin served honorably in the United States Air Force before embarking on a lifelong career as a cable splicer with Verizon. He worked diligently to provide for...

Catherine  Liner

Catherine Liner

Jul 5, 2025

Catherine (“Cathy”) Douglas Mattocks Liner passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, at Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community in Raleigh. Cathy lived a remarkable life exemplified by her perseverance and service to others. She was truly an inspiration to all those who knew her well, and to many others who only knew her story.

Cathy was born...

Joseph Vogel

Joseph Vogel

Jul 4, 2025

Mr. Joseph Vogel, transitioned on July 4, 2025 at the SECU/UNC Hospice House in Smithfield.  Arrangements are incomplete at this time.

Juan Dolores Nandiz

Juan Dolores Nandiz

Jul 2, 2025

Mr. Juan D. Nandiz passed away on July 2, 2025 at UNC Health & Hospitals.  Funeral arrangements are forthcoming.

Jeremiah  Thorneburg, Jr.

Jeremiah Thorneburg, Jr.

Jun 28, 2025

Mr. Jeremiah Thornburg, Jr passed away at Tower Nursing  and Rehabilitation center in Raleigh, North Carolina. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time.

Linda Vertin

Linda Vertin

Jun 27, 2025

Ms. Linda Vertin transitioned at the SECU/UNC Hospice House in Smithfield.  Arrangements are pending.

Paul Dodge

Paul Dodge

Jun 26, 2025

Incomplete at this time.

Melvin Moore

Melvin Moore

Jun 26, 2025

Final arrangements to come.

Sandy Schofield

Sandy Schofield

Jun 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Sandy Alexander Schofield

March 20, 1946 – June 25, 2025

Sandy Alexander Schofield, 79, of Durham, NC, entered eternal rest on June 25, 2025, at home

surrounded by family. Born in Ridgeway, Virginia, and raised in Martinsville, Sandy was known

for his servant’s heart, strong...

Roger Paquette

Roger Paquette

Jun 25, 2025

Roger E. Paquette, 86, of Morrisville, NC, and formerly of Saco, ME, passed away on June 25, 2025,

with his beloved wife and daughters by his side.

Born December 1, 1938, in Biddeford, ME, to Annette (Baillargeron) and Laurier Paquette, Roger was

the devoted older brother to Guy (Monique) Paquette and...

Larry Duke

Larry Duke

Jun 23, 2025

Mr. Duke passed away on June 23, 2025. Final arrangements are not complete at this time.

Larry survived by brothers, Tony Duke, (Donna), and Ronnie Duke. Sisters, Elaine Raper (Dennis) & Christy Horne (Deon). He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

He...

Michael  Sykes

Michael Sykes

Jun 18, 2025

Mr. Michael Sykes transitioned from this life on June 18th, 2025. Arrangements are incomplete at this hour.

Josephine Patillo

Josephine Patillo

Jun 17, 2025

Josephine Patillo 01/10/1950-06/16/2025

Josephine Patillo, 75, passed away on June 16, 2025, in Fuquay Varina, NC.

Born on January 10, 1950, Josephine was a graduate of Person High School. She began her

professional life in the hospitality industry as a restaurant server and later transitioned to a role

with UNC Environmental...