Anna Stracner McDaniel, 96, of Kinston passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She is preceded in death by her son, Richard Eugene McDaniel and husband, Alford Ray McDaniel; mother, Virginia Dixon Stracner and father, Ira Eugene Stracner. Left to cherish her memory is her daughters, Amy McDaniel Smith and husband William G. Smith III of Atlantic Beach, Catherine McDaniel McGuckin and husband James of Savage, MI; sons, Alton David McDaniel of Kinston and Allen Ray McDaniel of TX; six ...

Rebecca Merilyn Daughety, 86 of Dover, NC left us on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 and went to live eternally with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She passed away at home in the presence of her loving children. Merilyn was born October 8, 1939 in Cove City, NC to the late Lynwood and Geneva Garner. Merilyn graduated from Dover High School where she met her husband of 64 years, Fred Daughety, who preceded her in death in January 2023. She was a faithful servant of the Lord and enjoyed sharing ...

Dr. Bill D Bradley, Sr, 92, of Kinston, NC has now seen the one who died for him as his faith was made sight on Resurrection Sunday on April 5, 2026 at 5:02 am. He is finally home in the presence of his risen Lord and Savior. Born and raised in Mardela Springs, MD, he was the son of Fred and Victoria Bradley who preceded him in death at early ages. He was raised by his grandmother, Cora E. Majors (known as “Mom” to most) and Aunt Rebecca Parsons (known as “Aunt ...

Samuel Lee "Sam" Turnage, 94, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.  A memorial service will be held Friday, April 3, 2026. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Garner Funeral Home in Kinston, North Carolina, followed by the service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place afterward at Wintergreen Cemetery.  Sam, son of the late Herman and Callie Turnage, was a native of the Wintergreen community in Craven County. He ...

Lindsey Harold Clifton, 64, of Kinston passed away on March 19, 2026. He was born in Elizabeth City, North Carolina on December 1, 1961. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 26 years, Pamela Howard Clifton; son, John Allen Faulkner (Brittney); grandchildren, Lilly, Zoey, Sophie and his favorite grandson, Forest. He also leaves behind his sisters, Boni Clifton Arendt (Chris), Jonni K. Kephart (Bobby); brothers, Jerry “Jay” Clifton and John Krawczyk, Jr. (Christina). He ...

Ruth Pollock White White, 98, of Dover, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, H.M. and Trecy McCoy White; her husband, Roy E. White Sr.; her son, Roy E. White Jr. (“Le Roy”); and her sister, Kaye White Hawkins. She is survived by her son, Michael White (BJ); daughter-in-law, Nancy R. White; grandchildren, Jeffrey White, Becky Dail (Henry), Jennifer Rivenbark (Doug), and Jason White (April); great-grandchildren, ...

David L. Bishop, cherished husband, devoted father, and loving Pop, passed away on Saturday February 28, 2026 leaving a legacy of warmth, kindness, and unwavering love. He was married to the love of his life, Debbie Wetherington Bishop, with whom he shared countless memories, laughter, and a deep bond that inspired all who knew them. Dave was the proud father of three wonderful daughters: Daisie Hill, Abigail Craft, and Emilie Philyaw. He welcomed his sons-in-love Ricky, Brian, and Ryan ...

Randall “Curtis” Harper 63, of Pink Hill passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026 at his home. He was preceded in death by his father, Fred Harper. Curtis started at a young age working at Harpers Nursery with his dad. Through the years the business led him to owning his own landscaping and construction business. For many years Curtis was a volunteer firefighter with Pink Hill Volunteer Fire Dept. He enjoyed getting up in the morning and going to Fat Baby’s Restaurant ...

Never one to wait in long lines, Joyce Fisher (Ma) used her MagicBand to open the gates to Heaven and was welcomed into eternal magic on February 4, 2026. Joyce worked along side her sister and mother at Kinston Shirt Factory for many years until it's closing. She then found the opportunity to follow her passion of caring for others by working as a Developmental Technician at Caswell where she retired from after almost 18 years of service.  Joyce also worked as caretaker and ...

Brenda Fay Thompson, 69, of Kinston began her walk with her Heavenly Father on Monday, February 2, 2026. She was always outgoing, fun loving, and the crazy lady that everyone came to love. All of her kids’ friends knew her as “Ma Brenda” and she became a second Mama to everyone. She spent her life loving her kids, and when the grandkids came, she devoted her life and love to all of them and to Dusty, her loving dog who was by her side for the last 14 years. She also ...