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Margaret Kelly Leach
Nov 20, 2024
Margaret Kelly Leach, 86 of Burlington, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. Margaret was born on August 28, 1938 in Anson County to James Walter and Annie Florence Atkinson Kelly. She was the wife to Max Russell Leach for over 64 years who survives.
Margaret was a homemaker and took pride in her family and raising her two boys....
Sandra Mooneyham Mansfield
Nov 20, 2024
Sandra Mooneyham Mansfield, 79, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at the Hospice Home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 17, 1945 in Alamance County to the late Harold McKinley Mooneyham and Marcene Desola Kepley Mooneyham, and was the wife of 15 years to Thomas “Tommy” William Mansfield who survives.
Sandra retired after 40 plus years...
Charlotte York Divitci
Nov 18, 2024
**In Loving Memory of Charlotte Marie York Divitci**
Charlotte Marie York Divitci, a cherished sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 18, 2024, at Alamance Regional Medical Center. Her legacy of love, laughter, and kindness will forever echo in the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Born in Marshall County, Alabama, Charlotte was the beloved...
Eva Thompson Caldwell
Nov 16, 2024
Burlington-Eva Thompson Caldwell, 83, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 16, 2024. She was born in New Hanover County on June 16, 1941 to the late Robert Edgar and Geneva Lou Dixon Thompson and was the wife of 55 years to the late Jackie Noble Caldwell.
Eva retired from ABSS in foodservice and formerly owned “Two Sisters”...
Kenneth Edgar Thomas
Nov 15, 2024
Kenneth Edgar Thomas, 67, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 15, 2024 at his residence. He was born in Alamance County on March 18, 1957 to the late Ronald Vernell Thomas, Sr. and Janice Marie Jennings Bailey.
Kenneth visited The Way Church in Whitsett. He was a 1976 graduate of Walter M. Williams High School and retired...
Katherine Daniel Baxter
Nov 15, 2024
Katherine Daniel Baxter, 70, of Burlington, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 15, 2024. She was born in Person County and was the daughter of the late Dr. Earl Wilson Daniel and Agnes Warren Daniel and was married for 47 years to John Clifton Baxter who survives.
Katherine retired from ABSS after 27 years in the home...
Rickey Lee Murray
Nov 14, 2024
After several months of failing health, Papa Rick stepped into the arms of Jesus during the early morning hours of November 14th 2024. Born on May 12th 1958 to the late Ruby Carl “Dee” and Irene Murray, Rickey Lee Murray was a lifelong resident of Gibsonville North Carolina. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Joni, daughter, Danielle...
Jerry Thomas Murrell
Nov 13, 2024
It is with deep admiration and heartfelt sorrow that we announce the passing of Jerry Thomas Murrell, at the age of 84. Jerry was surrounded by his family and loved ones as he entered the gates of heaven on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. He was a beloved husband, brother, uncle, fiancé, and friend. His life was marked by his unwavering...
Millie Clapp Loy
Nov 13, 2024
Millie Clapp Loy, 89 of Burlington, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Millie was born on April 27, 1935 in Alamance County to Herman and Myrtle Mae Clapp. She was the wife of 70 years to Wade C. Loy who died in September.
Millie retired from Burlington Industries, Pioneer plant after many years of service. She was a lifetime...
John Wade Phillips
Nov 13, 2024
John Wade Phillips, 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at the Hospice Home surrounded by his family. He was born on September 19, 1944 in Guilford County to the late Paul Russell Phillips and Pearl Coble Phillips, and was the husband of 57 years to Judy Bowman Phillips who survives.
John retired after 30 years as a Chemical...
Janet Salmons Stressman
Nov 11, 2024
With heavy hearts but joyful memories, we announce the passing of our beloved Janet Lee Salmons Stressman, who left this world on November 11, 2024, at AuthoraCare Hospice Home in Burlington, NC. Born on April 5, 1957, in Guilford County, Janet was the daughter of the late Vernon James Salmons and Betty Lee Murray.
Janet lived a life marked by love,...
Monica Mildred Snyder Guthrie
Nov 11, 2024
Whitsett- Monica Mildred Snyder Guthrie, age 89, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 11, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 21, 1935 in Niagara Falls, NY to the late Frank R. Snyder and Theofla Ziegler Snyder, and was the wife of over 59 years to Robert John Guthrie...
Edward Watson, Jr.
Nov 11, 2024
Edward Watson, Jr., 85, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Alamance Regional Medical Center surrounded by his family. He was born on May 5, 1939 in Scotland County to the late Edward Watson, Sr. and Fannie Buchanan Watson, and was the husband of 48 years to Debra Sharon Phillips Watson who survives.
He retired after 24 years with...
Rollin Lavon Moye
Nov 10, 2024
Mr. Rollin Lavon Moye, age 82, of Burlington, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at the Hospice Home of Alamance-Caswell after several months of failing health.
Born in Wilson, NC, he was the son of the late Leslie and Esther Baldree Moye and was married for 44 years to Mrs. Shirley Jean Fogleman Moye,...
David Frederick Felten
Nov 8, 2024
David was born to Victor Carl and Rena Schoenbohm Felten. He was the youngest child and brother to Mary Duitsman (Jack), Catherine Startt (James), and Victoria Scharen (Albert).
As the son of a Lutheran pastor, Dave and his family lived in many parsonages throughout his childhood, as their parents were sent by the synod to minister to the local congregations. He...
Herbert Lee Roach
Nov 7, 2024
Herbert Lee Roach, 93, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at White Oak Manor. He was born in Alamance County on January 26, 1931 to the late Fred and Pearl Boggs Roach.
Herbert was a US Army Veteran serving during the Korean War and was a longtime member of Ireland Street Chapel. For many years,...
Owen John Schumacher
Nov 5, 2024
BURLINGTON – Owen John Schumacher passed away peacefully on Nov. 5, 2024, at the AuthoraCare Collective Hospice Home in Burlington, N.C., after months of declining health. He was 93.
Owen was born on June 23, 1931, in Berea, Kentucky, a place that was near and dear to his heart. It was there he spent many winters playing in the snow with...
David Wayne Forrester
Nov 5, 2024
David Wayne Forrester was born November 19, 1952 in Burlington, NC to Vance “Rock” Forrester and Gladys Forrester. The baby of the family, Dave was adored by his siblings and parents.
In school, Dave was a football star and friend to all. His love for football, and specifically Cummings High School, continued into adulthood as he supported the team with his...
Kay Wall Gee
Nov 3, 2024
Burlington - Mrs. Kay Wall Gee, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at the Hospice Home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 13, 1947 in Alamance County to the late John Willie and Violet Childers Wall, and was the wife of 55 years to William “Bill” David Gee...
Michael Joseph Atkinson
Nov 3, 2024
Mr. Michael Atkinson, age 71, of Burlington, went to his Heavenly home on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at his residence, while resting in his favorite chair.
Born in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, he was the son of the late Robert Paul Atkinson and the late Nancy Kay Steele Duich and was married to the late Tina Atkinson. Michael was...
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