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Edward Earl Minshew - August 27, 1948 - April 14, 2022

Departed: 04/14/2022 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Edward Earl Minshew, 73, of Stantonsburg passed away Thursday, April 14, 2022 at Wayne UNC Health Care.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 3 p.m. at Eureka Cemetery.  The family will greet friends following the service.

Mr. Minshew was born in Wayne County on August 27, 1948 to the late Earl and Alease Smith Minshew.

He was retired from Firestone in Wilson as a tire builder.

Mr. Minshew is survived by his wife; Deborah Minshew, one son; Edward Earl Minshew II of Fremont, two daughters; Melanie Minshew of Fremont and Denise Rhodes and husband, Jason of Florida; two sisters; Ramona Barbour of La Grange and Kay Smith and husband, Roger of Goldsboro; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Minshew was preceded in death by one daughter, Shannon Minshew.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Larry E. McHaffie - November 02, 1946 - February 17, 2022

Departed: 02/17/2022 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Larry Eugene McHaffie, 75, went to his heavenly home Thursday, February 17, 2022 at Wilson Medical Center.

Funeral service will be held Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont with Pastor Bill Rose officiating.  Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont.  The family will receive friends prior to the service from 12 until 12:45 p.m. at the funeral home.

Larry was born in West Virginia on November 2, 1946.  He was a veteran of the United States Navy and attended The First Pentecostal Holiness Church in Goldsboro while his health permitted.

He is survived by his loving wife, Elizabeth "Beth" Hooks McHaffie; his mother-in-law, Cecile Floars Hooks of Goldsboro and his sister-in-law, Edith Frances "Fran" Hooks Strader and husband, Charles of Wilson.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Rhua McHaffie; his adopted mother, Effie Bell McHaffie and his father-in-law, William "Bill" Ocsar Hooks Jr.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home,102 N. Pine Street in Fremont.

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Roger Raymond Dail - August 30, 1967 - February 13, 2022

Departed: 02/13/2022 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Roger Raymond Dail, 54, of Fremont passed away Sunday, February 13, 2022 at his home.

A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home.  The family will receive friends following the service.

Mr. Dail was born in Illinois on August 30, 1967 to Jimmy Ray Dail of Fremont and the late Rose Ann Klescewski Dail.

In addition to his father, Mr. Dail is survived by his wife, Carrie Dail; one brother, Michael Dail; nephews, Chris Dail, Tristan Dail, Waytt Davis, Johnathan Davis and Charlie Cushing; nieces, Tiffany Holland, Jessica Davis, Orana Dail and other relatives and friends.

In addition to his mother, Mr. Dail was preceded in death by his brother, James Robert Dail.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Chief James Radford - September 04, 1958 - February 05, 2022

Departed: 02/05/2022 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: With profound sadness, the staff of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home and the Wayne County Fire Marshall's Office announces the line of duty death of Chief James "Monk" Radford from Polly Watson Volunteer Fire Department.

Chief Radford passed away while responding to a call Saturday, February 5, 2022.

Funeral service to honor and celebrate his life will be held Friday, February 11, 2022 at 6 p.m. in the chapel of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home, 102 N. Pine Street in Fremont. Visitation will follow the service.

A family graveside service will be held Saturday at his home with honors from the Fire Department Honor Guard including The Last Call.  All fire department, law enforcement and other first responders are asked to assemble at Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home on Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m. to prepare for his final journey for the graveside service with his casket carried aboard his firetruck.  Friends may assemble at 10:15 a.m. along E. Main Street and N. Sycamore Street in Fremont to show their love, support and say farewell to Chief Radford for his dedication, sacrifice and commitment to his community throughout the years.

Chief Radford was born September 4, 1958 in Johnston County to the late Willie and Cassie Radford.

He retired from Fremont Volunteer Fire Department and was currently Chief of Polly Watson Volunteer Fire Department.  He will be missed by all.

Chief Radford is survived by his loving wife, Joyce Radford; one son, James Dustin Radford of Princeton and fiancée, Katelyn; one brother, Shelton Radford and wife, Nancy of Kenly; three sisters, Shirley Collier of Selma, Frances Baker and husband, L.C. of Kenly and Amy Anderson of Kenly; three grandchildren; Kayleigh Lynn Radford, Makena Radford and Kollin Radford and a host of nieces and nephews, close friends and his Fire Department family.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a host of brothers and sisters.

Services entrusted to the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home, 102 N. Pine Street in Fremont.

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Jo Anne Chakona - June 05, 1945 - February 04, 2022

Departed: 02/04/2022 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Jo Anne Chakona, 76, of Fremont went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday evening, February 4, 2022 at her home.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at 11 a.m. at Pleasant Hill Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery in Pikeville.  Visitation will follow the service at the cemetery.

Mrs. Chakona was born in Forsyth County on June 5, 1945 to the late Joseph and Grace Rodgers Meyer. She was a member of Pleasant Hill Free Will Baptist Church.

She is survived by her loving husband, Aubry Chakona; two daughters, Sharon Waugh and husband, Timothy of Knoxville, Tennessee and Teresa Nobles and husband, Jeff of Eureka; one brother, Joseph Meyer Jr. of Winston-Salem; two sisters, Dorothy Lane of Winston-Salem and Debbie Sue Meyer of Winston-Salem and three grandchildren, Gabriella, Kaylee and William.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin brothers, Joseph and William Meyer and one sister, Betty Jane Rodriguez.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Dorothy Ballance Pate - November 28, 1930 - January 14, 2022

Departed: 01/14/2022 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Dorothy "Dot" Ballance Pate, 91, of Fremont went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, January 14, 2022 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 3 p.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont.  The family will receive friends following the service.

Mrs. Pate was born in Johnston County on November 28, 1930 to the late Wilbert C. Fitzgerald Sr. and Effie Wellons Fitzgerald.  She was a member of Fremont Missionary Baptist Church.

She is survived by two sons, Gerald B. Ballance and wife, Deborah of Fremont and Andy Ballance and wife, Jenny of Fremont; two step-sons, John D. Pate and wife, Betty of Pikeville and Morris B. Pate and wife, Charlene of Pikeville; one step-daughter, Martie McCall and husband, Randy of Pikeville; three sisters, Louise Wombolt of Virginia, Edith Knight and husband, Harold of Greensboro and Pat Humphries of Virginia; sister-in-law, Lu Little of Kenly; four grandchildren, Ann Marie McPherson and husband, Chris, Bryant Ballance, Harry Ballance Jr. and Jessica Ballance; numerous step-grandchildren, step-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husbands, Harry Bryant Ballance Jr. and Dewey M. Pate; three brothers, Malcolm, Wilbert and Rubert Fitzgerald and one sister, Marjorie Berson.

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Virginia Langley - November 17, 1945 - January 09, 2022

Departed: 01/09/2022 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Virginia Williams Langley, 76, formerly of Pikeville passed away Sunday, January 9, 2022 at Carolina Rivers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Jacksonville, NC.   A private burial will be held at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery in Spring Lake.    Mrs. Langley was born in Wilson County on November 17, 1945 to the late Romie Jesse and Ailene Virginia West Williams.   She is survived by two daughters-in-law, Tory Langley and Martha Langley; six grandchildren, Derek, Patrick, Ashley, Harley, Sydney and Kendall; one brother, Steve and one sister, Helen.   In addition to her parents, Mr. Langley was preceded in death by her husband, Julian Earl Langley Sr. and two sons, Julian “Jay” Earl Langley Jr. and Jessie M. Langley.

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Joan Crawford Edgerton - February 09, 1934 - December 28, 2021

Departed: 12/28/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Joan Crawford Edgerton, 87, of Pinkney Road passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family.

A graveside service will be held Sunday, January 2, 2022 at 3 p.m. at Nahunta Cemetery in Pikeville. The family will receive friends following the service.

Mrs. Edgerton was born in Wayne County on February 9, 1934 to the late William Theodore and Pearl Sasser Crawford.

She is survived by her son, David Edgerton and wife, Phyllis of Pinkney; two daughters, Dale Elizabeth Edgerton of Pinkney and Joanna Edgerton & Nina Strickland of Wilson; three brothers, A.B. Crawford and wife, Ann, Larry Crawford and wife, Stella and Albert Crawford and wife, Connie; one sister, Sandra Dykes; one grandson, Will Edgerton and wife, Bri and two great-grandchildren Maddox and Makenna.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dock Edgerton and her brothers and sisters.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Carolyn Kearney Goodwin - August 31, 1940 - December 16, 2021

Departed: 12/16/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Carolyn Kearney Goodwin, 81, of Fremont passed away peacefully Thursday morning, December 16, 2021 at her home.

Visitation will be held Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 10 until 10:45 a.m. at Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont. A homegoing service will follow at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will take place after the service at Stantonsburg Cemetery in Stantonsburg.

Mrs. Goodwin was born in Wayne County on August 31, 1940 to the late Lonnie and Bessie Carlisle Kearney. She retired from being a beautician after 44 years of serving Fremont.  Mrs. Goodwin was a member of CrossPointe Baptist Church in Fremont and a lifetime member of the Fremont Rescue Squad Auxiliary.

She is survived by her loving husband, George “Buddy” Goodwin; one daughter, Phyllis Williams of Fremont; two grandchildren, Ashley B. Casey and Katie Bowyer and two great-grandchildren, Amelia Rose Casey and Micah Ray Casey.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Carson Kearney and two sisters, Pattie L. Long and Sandra Kearney.

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Patrick Harvey Bonnell - March 13, 1947 - December 03, 2021

Departed: 12/03/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Patrick Harvey Bonnell,74, of West Virginia passed away Friday, December 3, 2021 at Crestview Manor Nursing Home in Jane Lew, West Virginia.

A private family graveside service will be held at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery in Princeton.

He was born in West Virginia on March 13, 1947 to the late Jonathan Paige and Wilmadine Swisher Bonnell. He was retired as a Senior Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force.

Mr. Bonnell is survived by his wife, Delores Bonnell; two sons, Jonathan Patrick Bonnell and wife, Donna of Pikeville and Ian Paul Bonnell of Pikeville;two brothers, Michael Bonnell and wife, Cindy of Wyoming and Gregory Bonnell and wife, Kris of West Virginia; two sisters, Debra Bonnell and Shelly Bonnell Midcap and husband Jack of West Virginia; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Angela Darcelyn Iglesias - October 13, 1974 - November 22, 2021

Departed: 11/22/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Angela Darcelyn Iglesias, 47, of Fremont formerly of Chesapeake passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at Wayne UNC Health Care in Goldsboro surrounded by her family.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Iglesias was born in Pennsylvania on October 13, 1974. Angela’s wishes to be close to her family and live in the country with her chickens came true.  She was a very giving person and worried about those that had less than her. She cared for her boys and husband above herself. Her feistiness was a huge part of her personality and people didn’t forget her.

She is survived by her husband, Joby Iglesias; two sons, Joby Vincent Iglesias Jr. and Ryan Levi Iglesias, both of the home; her mother, Susan Shellhammer Hardy (Alan); her father, Michael Murray and wife, Lisa of West Virginia; one brother, John Henry Murray (Leslee) of Virginia; one sister, April Michelle Pigford (Jay) of Fremont; her mother-in-law, Jackie Severt (Jeff) of Idaho and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Iglesias was preceded in death by her dad, David McCluske and her father-in-law, Bill Iglesias.

The family would like to send a special thanks to Dr. Kerlin at Goldsboro Radiation for all his care and expertise given to Angela.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home & Fremont.

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Mary Ann Bradshaw - March 13, 1942 - November 22, 2021

Departed: 11/22/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Mary Ann Bradshaw, 79, of Fremont passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at her home.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont.  The family will receive friends following the service.

She was born in South Carolina on March 13, 1942 to the late Grady and Katherine Bryant Whitaker. She is survived two sons, Jimmy Richardson and wife, Dena of Florence, SC and Eddie Richardson of Bishopville, SC; one brother, Ricky Cottingham and wife, Dr. Marie; one sister, Colleen Johnson and husband, John; two grandchildren, Krista and Mark and one great-grandson, Caiden.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James S. Bradshaw and one daughter, Mary Lynn Richardson. The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Hank Rosen - December 01, 1946 - September 30, 2021

Departed: 09/30/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Henry "Hank" Nolan Rosen, 74, of Pikeville passed away Thursday, September 30, 2021 at Wayne UNC Health Care.

A graveside service will be held Sunday, October 3, 2021 at 2 p.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont.  The family will greet friends following the service.

Hank was born in New York on December 1, 1946 to the late Irving and Ruby Rosen.  He was veteran of the United States Army and an licensed real estate agent and will be deeply missed by all whom knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife, Becky Rosen; one son, Travis Howell and wife, Wendy of Princeton; three daughters, Marnie Mai and husband, Anthony of New Jersey, Kelly Fragin and husband, Jason of Pennsylvania and Marcie Mills and husband, Paul of New Bern; two brothers, Howard Rosen and Saul Rosen and nine grandchildren, Justin Mai, Michael Mai, Samantha Fragin, Josh Fragin, Jayden Thomas, Josie Howell, Tyson Mills, Jaxon Mills and Sami Mills.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Ashley Nichole Newsome - January 10, 1996 - September 22, 2021

Departed: 09/22/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Ashley Nicole Newsome, 25, of Pikeville, passed away Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Wayne UNC Health Care in Goldsboro.

Ashley was born in Wayne County on January 10, 1996 to Frances Williams. She was raised by parents, Sandra Barnes and William Newsome. Ashley was a graduate of Charles B. Aycock High School, Class of 2014 and she attended East Carolina University.  She was employed by Lee Ford Lincoln in Wilson.

Ashley is survived by her husband, Matthew Belt; parents, Sandra Barnes and William Newsome (Connie); grandparents, Agnes and Joe Pridgen; brothers, Keith Tucker, Kyle, Zachary and Michael Buchanan and by sisters, Katie and Samantha Newsome and Emma and Crystal Buchanan.

She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Mattie Newsome and by her grandparents, Jimmy and Darlene Barnes.

The family will receive friends Sunday, September 26, 2021 from 2 until 2:45 p.m. at Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.  A graveside service will follow at 3 p.m. at Eureka Cemetery.

Ashley’s angelic face and her sweet spirit will be missed by all who knew her.

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Jackie Ann Combs - August 09, 1938 - September 02, 2021

Departed: 09/02/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Jackie Ann Love Combs, 83 of Snow Hill passed away Thursday, September 2, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of her life will be held Sunday, September 5, 2021 at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.  The family will receive friends following the service. A private family graveside will be held. Ms. Combs was born in Wilson County on August 9, 1938 to the late Paul Alan Love and Gladys Tedder Love.  She was a member of Snow Hill Presbyterian Church. She is survived by her two sons, Jeff Combs and wife, Pam of Clinton and Todd Combs and wife, Mary of Washington, NC; her daughter, Jacquelyn Combs of Havelock; one sister, Joyce Brantley and husband, Richard of Smithfield, Virginia; three grandchildren, Josh Combs and wife, Kasey, Dusty Combs and Joey Combs Jr. and wife, Brittany; six great-grandchildren, Molly, Caleb, Justin, Patrick, Zachary and Addison.  Ms. Combs is also survived by her caretaker and close friends, Chuck Buttermore IV, Edwina Daughtry, Susan Parker and several other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Ms. Combs was preceded in death by two sisters, Pauline Barnes and Cleo Black. The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home, 102 North Pine Street in Fremont.

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Danny Keith Barnes - November 30, 1955 - August 30, 2021

Departed: 08/30/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Danny Keith Barnes, 65, of Pikeville passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at his home.

A celebration of life will be held Thursday, September 2, 2021 at 6 p.m. in the chapel of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont with Reverend Barry Stallings officiating. Visitation will follow the service.

Mr. Barnes was born in Wayne County on November 30, 1955 to the late James Lassiter Barnes Sr. and Katie Deans Barnes.

He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Bobby Barnes; three daughters, Amanda Grant (Brandon) of Pikeville, Vickie Barnes Thomas (Jeramiah) of Pikeville and Krystal Barnes (Shaun Phillips) of Kenly; one brother, David Barnes (Debby) of Pikeville and three grandchildren, Avery, Libby and Bryson.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James “Jimmy” Lassiter Barnes Jr.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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L.R. "Buck" Broome Jr. - August 04, 1927 - August 05, 2021

Departed: 08/05/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Lemuel Redmond  "Buck" Broome Jr., 94, formerly of Fremont passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021 in Virginia.

A graveside service will be held Monday, August 9, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont.

Buck was born in Virginia on August 4, 1927 to the late Lemuel Redmond Broome Sr. and Dorothy “Dot” Houchens Broome. He was a resident of Fremont for over 30 years where he received Fremont’s most famous citizen award and was Captain of the Fremont Fire Department.

He is survived by one sister, Barbara Bell and husband, George of Salem, Virginia and a host of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two sisters, Sally Kirby and Betty Renshaw.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Janice Lorene Littleton - March 21, 1967 - July 26, 2021

Departed: 07/26/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Janice Lorene Vincent Littleton, 54, of Pikeville passed away Monday, July 26, 2021 at Wayne UNC Health Care in Goldsboro.

A private service will be held for family and friends.

Janice was born in Wayne County on March 21, 1967 to William and Sharon McDowell Vincent.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Scot Littleton; two sons, Eric and wife, Mary Littleton of Florida and Allen Littleton of Pikeville; one brother, Scott Vincent of Wilmington and three grandchildren, Wesley, Cameron and Owen.

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Leslie Randall Howell - July 08, 1945 - June 22, 2021

Departed: 06/22/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Leslie “Hoss” Randall Howell, 75, of Wilson passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro.

Funeral services will be held Thursday evening, June 24, 2021 at 7 p.m. in the chapel of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.  The family will receive friends following the service.  A graveside service will be held Friday, June 25, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Eureka Cemetery.

Mr. Howell was born in Wayne County on July 8, 1945 to the late Charlie Ransom Howell and Mary Ann Moore Howell.  He was retired form Bridgestone/Firestone of Wilson.  After retirement, Mr. Howell enjoyed working with Cox of Kenly.  Most of all, he enjoyed hunting and fishing while his health permitted.

He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Carol Grant Howell; one son, John Howell of Wilson; one daughter, Ammie Butler Howell of Goldsboro and fiancé, Randy Wolford; brothers, Vernon Howell of Goldsboro and Willie Howell of Goldsboro; sisters, Frances Grimes of Stantonsburg, Ruby Howell of Wilson, Mary “Papoose” Durham and husband, Ricky of Stantonsburg and Connie Ferrell and husband, Ray of Wilson; grandchildren, Dillon Kyle Butler (Christina Bryant), Waylon Dean Butler and Jessica Moore; step-grandchildren, Katie Sharpe & Austin Applewhite and Liam Kogelschatz; one great-grandchild, Brynlee Jean Butler and an adopted by love great-grandchild, Zachary Hines.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Howell was preceded in death by one sister.

The family is the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home, 102 North Pine Street in Fremont.

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Lois Mooring - September 05, 1933 - June 04, 2021

Departed: 06/04/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Lois Holland Mooring, 88, of Fremont went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, June 4, 2021 at Countryside Village in Pikeville.

Funeral services will be held Monday, June 7, 2021 at 4 p.m. in the chapel of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont with burial to follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont.  The family will receive friends prior to the service from 3 until 3:45 p.m. at the funeral home.

Mrs. Mooring was born in Wayne County on September 5, 1933 to the late Thomas Holland and Lillie Bedford Holland.  Lois was a secretary at Nahunta School and then retired with 30 years from Cherry Hospital. Lois was a dedicated member and volunteer with the Salvation Army.  She was a longtime member of Union Grove Free Will Baptist Church and was also a member and volunteer with Blended Fellowship.  She was a great prayer warrior for all she came in contact with.

She is survived by her daughter-in-law, Marcia Mooring of Goldsboro; three grandchildren, Karen Diane Howell and husband, Shawn, Crystal Mooring, and Mark Mooring and fiancée, Mystie Lucast; great grandchildren, Isabel Howell, Christian Mooring, Dominick Botsford, AnMari Botsford and Geneva Mooring; step grandchildren, Stephanie Herring and husband, Donald, Daphane Dilbeck and husband, Matthew Quick and step-great-grandchildren, Billy Herring and wife, Kayla and Victoria and Layla Dilbeck; a step-great-great-granddaughter, Malahna Herring and a faithful friend who was like a son, Buddy Hassell and wife, Cathy and many other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Mooring was preceded in death by her husband, James David Mooring; her son, Eddie Joe Mooring and her brother, Charles T. Holland.

Flowers are welcome or donations in memory of Lois can be made  to Union Grove Free Will Baptist Church, Blended Fellowship or Salvation Army.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Alma Hooks - December 15, 1958 - May 29, 2021

Departed: 05/29/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Alma Peele Hooks, 62, of Fremont passed away Saturday, May 29, 2021 at the Brian Center in Goldsboro.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, June 8, 2021 at 11 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont. The family will greet friends following the service.

Alma was born in Wayne County on December 15, 1958 to the late Matthew Earl Hooks Sr. and Ruth Peele Hooks. She loved to travel and spending time with her four-legged babies, Roscoe, Buster and Fremont the cat.

She is survived by her aunt, Betty Peele; her first cousin, Ed Hooks and many other dear relatives and friends including Reggie Lewis and JoAnn Barnes and husband, Larry.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Herman Lewis Hooks and Matt Hooks.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home in Fremont.

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Isabel Proctor - October 06, 1928 - May 23, 2021

Departed: 05/23/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Isabel “Belle” Jones Proctor, age 92, of Fremont went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday morning, May 23, 2021 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Born October 6, 1928 to the late Charlie and Bessie Jones, she was the cherished wife of the late Leland “B.K.” Proctor.

She is survived by her children, Margie Toler, Shirley Winders (Ricky), Larry Proctor (Brenda), Connie Kidd (Richard) and Mike Proctor and daughter-in-law, Sue Proctor.  She is also survived by numerous grandchildren (3 on the way) and several nieces and nephews and a special friend, Brenda Jackson.

In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her son, Richard; son-in-law, Billy Toler;  sisters, Edna, Ethel Mae, Josie, Geraldine, Irene, Juanita and brothers, Alton and Charles Jr.

Visitation will be held Tuesday,  May 25, 2021 from 10 until 10:45 a.m. at Fremont Free Will Baptist Church.  The service will follow in the sanctuary at 11 a.m. with burial to follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont.

The family is in the care of Shackleford-Howell Funeral Home, 102 N. Pine Street in Fremont.

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Madeline Odom - February 05, 1936 - April 17, 2021

Departed: 04/17/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: Madeline Sauls Odom, 85, of Fremont passed away Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at 4 p.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont with Dr. Don Sauls officiating.  The family will greet friends following the service.

Mrs. Odom was born in Wayne County on February 5, 1936 to the late Luby Sauls and Jennie Goff Sauls.  She was a member of Faro Chapel Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church.

She is survived by her two daughters, Laura Odom Shuford of South Carolina and Jenny Odom Ballance and husband, Andy of Fremont; four beloved grandchildren, Kathryn Fanning and husband, Matthew, Jackson Shuford and Harry and Jessica Ballance and two great-grandchildren, Parker and Garrett Fanning.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Odom was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Odom Sr.; one son, Ralph Odom Jr. and a son-in-law, Fred Shuford.

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Steve Allen Knotts - Unknown - April 16, 2021

Departed: 04/16/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: A beloved husband, father and community member was lost on Friday, April 16, 2021 when Stephen Allen Knotts, 70, passed away in a vehicle accident in Northern Wayne county.

Steve was the lead instructor of Industrial Systems and Mechatronics at Wayne Community College, where he developed innovative and award-winning programs on robotics, electronic engineering, and industrial automation. He was heavily involved in Goldsboro's two community theater programs: Center Stage and Stagestruck. He built sets, special effects, and contributed to costumes for more than a dozen local theater and church productions.

In 2003, Steve led a grassroots fundraising and organizing effort to keep Fremont's public library branch open. His efforts made it possible to expand, renovate, and preserve the Fremont library branch where it remains open today.

Steve was a constant supporter of the family's church, Cornerstone Assembly of God, giving freely of his expertise and time to all sorts of needs.

Steve was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Sheila D. Knotts and five children: Chris Knotts and wife Meighan of Hillsborough, Sara Knotts of Fremont, Abby K. Rauscher and husband Josh of Cary, Katie Knotts of Chicago, and Jesse Knotts of Fremont. One of Steve's greatest joys was also his eight grandchildren: Toby, David, Janna, Nathaniel, Elisa, Catherine, Lela Jane, and Lillian. He's also survived by his mother Daisy Knotts and siblings Kris, Donna and David of Gallipolis, OH. Steve touched the lives of many students, friends, and community members.

Visitation and a memorial service for Steve will be held outdoors at Cornerstone Assembly of God in Fremont, NC on Wednesday April 21. Visitation is from 12-2 and service is at 3. Bring a lawn chair and join us. Covid protocols will apply during the outdoor services.

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David Whitley Mayo - February 27, 1939 - March 24, 2021

Departed: 03/24/2021 (Fremont)

Obituary Preview: David Whitley Mayo, 82, of Wrightsville Beach passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Vidant Edgecombe Hospital in Tarboro.

A graveside service will be held Monday, March 29, 2021 at 3 p.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Fremont.  The family will receive friends following the service.  All in attendance, are asked to please wear a mask and practice social distancing.

David Mayo was born in Wayne County, North Carolina in 1939 to the late George Edward Mayo Jr. and Susie Mae Whitley Mayo. He grew up in Fremont and graduated from Fremont High School in 1958. He graduated from East Carolina University in 1962 with a BA in Health and Physical Education. He also swam on the ECU swim team. He received his MA from the University of Alabama.

David taught a year of Physical Education in Goldsboro before moving to London where he began his career for the Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS). David taught PE for service member children on military bases throughout the world including England, Turkey, Germany, Philippians, and Japan.

David retired from teaching in 1992 and moved to Wrightsville Beach, NC where he enjoyed biking, swimming, and fishing. An avid biker, David participated in numerous distance rides including from the mountains to the coast of NC a dozen times. In 2009 at age 70, David rode his bicycle solo from San Diego, CA to Wrightsville Beach (3553 miles). At age 75 David rode down the west coast of the US from Vancouver, BC Canada to the Mexican Border.

When not on his bike, David enjoyed spending time with his nephews and nieces, traveling, and watching high school and UNCW sporting events.

He is survived by one sister, Mary Sue Beamon and husband, Dr. Kenneth Dwain Beamon of Tarboro; a sister-in-law, Becky Mayo of Goldsboro; nieces, Margaret-Ann Mayo, Susie Beamon Magill and Dr. Virginia Mayo Buckman and nephews, Ken Beamon, Anthony Beamon and George Mayo IV.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Mayo was preceded in death by his brother, Dr. George Mayo III.

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