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Dora Elizabeth Blanchard - July 23, 1948 - February 24, 2021

Departed: 02/24/2021 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Dora Elizabeth Blanchard, 72 of Holly Springs, went to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, February 24, 2021. Survivors include her husband, Lester Blanchard; son, Jason Blanchard; granddaughter, Harmony Blanchard; two brothers, two sisters, four nieces, and two nephews. A visitation will be held Friday, February 26, 2021 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Rachels Family Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 1:00 pm at Macedonia Baptist Church in Duncan.

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Gerry Silcox-Smith - January 14, 1928 - February 01, 2021

Departed: 02/01/2021 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Gerry Silcox-Smith, 93 of Apex NC went to be with her Lord and Savior February 1, 2021.  Gerry was born to the late Ransom and Roxie A. Spradling January 14, 1928. She attended Hilltop Baptist Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC. She is survived by her daughter Kay Boggs of Apex, NC; four Grandchildren, Gregory S. and Brandon D. Boggs, Brandi Nicole Schuermanns and Brian Kohnle and great grandchildren Solomon, Cooper and Hudson Boggs, Grant, Mason and Carter Schuermanns  Gerry will be buried at Heritage Hills Gardens Cemetery in Springboro, Ohio.

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Randy S. Silcox - January 14, 1948 - January 30, 2021

Departed: 01/30/2021 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Randy S. Silcox, 73 of Sanford NC went to be with his Lord and Savior January 30, 2021. Randy was born to the late Noah and Geraldine Silcox January 14, 1948. He attended NW A&M Oklahoma College on a scholarship where he played basketball. He served in the US Military and later worked in Sanford, NC. Randy is survived by his sister, Kay Boggs of Apex, NC; daughter Brandi N. Shuermanns and son Brian D. Kohnle; and grandsons Grant, Mason and Carter Schuermanns. He will be buried at Heritage Hills Garden Cemetery in Springboro, Ohio.

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Justin Ryan Lipscomb - April 24, 1982 - January 24, 2021

Departed: 01/24/2021 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Justin Ryan Lipscomb, 38, of Willow Springs, NC unexpectedly passed away Sunday morning, January 24, 2021.

Justin was born April 24th at Rex Hospital in Raleigh, NC. He was known for his quick wit, and his natural ability to make a dollar. He was always the quiet one, and should be remembered for his generous spirit, and his love for animals. He was the type of person that rooted for the underdog, if he saw someone in need, he would quietly offer a kind word, or a helping hand any chance he got. Since he was a child, he has enjoyed riding dirt bikes and four wheelers on the family farm.

Justin shared a strong relationship with the Lord, and often encouraged others to seek out His comfort, as well.

Justin was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Virginia Norris of Raleigh; his paternal grandparents, William and Hilda Lipscomb of Willow Springs; and his beloved cousin, Anneka Foushee of Willow Springs. He is survived by his parents, Dennis and Ann Lipscomb of Willow Springs; and his sister, Amber Lipscomb of Willow Springs.

Justin’s family will celebrate his life at a graveside service, at 2 o’clock on Saturday, January 30th, 2021 at the Willow Spring Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

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Elizabeth Rosko Macario - May 25, 1932 - December 30, 2020

Departed: 12/30/2020 (Willow Spring)

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Rebecca Barnett Byrd - June 27, 1927 - October 16, 2020

Departed: 10/16/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Rebecca Barnett Byrd, 93 of Fuquay-Varina, went to be with her Lord and Savior October 16, 2020. A graveside service will be held at Lafayette Memorial Park located at 2301 Ramsey St. Fayetteville, NC 28301 on Friday, October 23, 2020 at 12:00 Noon.

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Wilbur Dean Wright - February 09, 1933 - September 01, 2020

Departed: 09/01/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: On September 1, 2020, Wilbur Dean Wright, departed this life at age 87.  His funeral will be handled by Rachels Family Funeral Home and due to current travel concerns, his Memorial Services will be delayed and celebrated with a service at St. Bernadette’s Catholic Church (1005 Wilbon Rd, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526) on December 15, 2020, at 11:00AM.  Wilbur was born in Alva, Oklahoma to Wilbur and Jessie Wright on February 9, 1933, and was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Anna Jean Kolesar, his nephew James Murrell, and his loving wife of almost 55 years, Rose Marie Wright.  He is survived by his five children:  Reuben Jay Stokely III, Jary Lynn (Stokely) Clark, Kathy (Stokely) Hignite, Mark Stokely, and Valerie (Wright) Colborn.  He had sixteen grandchildren: Harmony Hill, Vicki King, Rose Herr, Rueben Jay Stokely, IV, Shannon Stokely, James Sudik, Sunshyne Cady, Shane Clark, Matthew Hignite, Timothy Hignite, Sean Stokely-Schroeder,  Emily Schroeder, Jessica Hanlon, Kalynn Stokely, Abigail Colborn, and Amanda Colborn; and many great grandchildren.  Wilbur (or “Dean,” as his mother called him, to distinguish him from his father) served a tour on active duty in the US Navy during the Korean War, where he also did some boxing.   After that, his love of horses brought him to try his hand at rodeoing - specifically, bull riding.  His parents owned a cafe in Jet, OK  and that is where he learned to cook - as he was the main chef of our house.  Later, Wilbur learned the trade of aircraft mechanics and that skill took him to an assignment in Vietnam during the war, among other international places, and eventually led him to a career as a civilian for the US Air Force, where he retired from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio.  He cherished his family and will be remembered  “back in the day” by many as a Story-Teller Extraordinaire, with a great wit and humor.  More recently, the people that interacted with him at his home will remember him as a sweet man.  We Love You, Wilbur Dean/Dad/Papa!

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John Arthur Stephens - August 16, 1949 - August 24, 2020

Departed: 08/24/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: John Arthur Stephens, 71 of Willow Spring, NC passed away Monday, August 24, 2020. He was born August 16, 1949 to the late William Russell Stephens and Pansy Mae Fish. In the early to mid 70's he owned and operated the local service station at Middle Creek. In the 80's and 90's he ran Johnny's Backhoe Service, which he later subcontracted for CC Mangum. He also enjoyed many years of fishing on the Pamlico Sound.

Along with his parents, John was preceded in death by his brother, James Henry Stephens. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Stefanie Rowland and husband Scott of Fuquay-Varina, and Ken Stephens and wife Valery of Clayton; grandchildren, Tyler, Dylan, and Owen Holder, Hailey Stephens, Logan and Noah Dean, Madalynn and Sawyer Rowland; and brothers, William R. "Bill" Stephens of Salisbury, and Tommy Stephens and wife Debra of Angier.

A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held Friday, August 28, 2020 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm at Rachels Family Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors following the Celebration of Life and at other times at Stefanie and Scott's home - 7704 Meadows Way, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

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Sandra K Barbour - March 08, 1947 - August 14, 2020

Departed: 08/14/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Sandra K. Barbour, 73, passed away peacefully at Central Harnett Hospital in Lillington on Friday, August 14, 2020. Sandra was a 1965 graduate of Fuquay Springs High School. She spent many years working at CP&L and Sears. She retired from the Employment Security Commission of NC. She will be remembered as a loving sister, aunt, great aunt, niece, cousin and friend to many that were lucky to have known her. Sandra was preceded in death by her parents, Clifton and Alavia Barbour, and a brother, Louis Barbour.  Sandra is survived by her brother, Paul Barbour and wife Barbara of Fuquay, a nephew Barry Barbour of Hampstead, a niece Pam Barbour, great nephew, Bryan Barbour, and great niece, Ashlyn Barbour all of Fuquay.  A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 18 at 12:00 pm at Greenlawn Cemetery with Reverend Gus Pitt presiding.

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Diane Lynn Partin - August 15, 1951 - August 13, 2020

Departed: 08/13/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Diane Lynn Partin passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 13, 2020 after a short battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Timothy Ray Myers, as well as Christine Matthews Partin Parham (Mother), and Grady "Matthew Partin (Brother).

Diane was the loving mother of Ken Stephens (Valery) of Clayton and Stefanie Lynn Rowland (Scott) of Fuquay-Varina. She was also the proud Nana of Tyler Holder, Dylan Holder, Owen Holder, Hailey Stephens, Logan Dean, Noah Dean, Madalynn Rowland, and Sawyer Rowland. She was the loving Sister of Teresa Partin Wall (Hubert) of Sanford. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews and sweet friends.

She enjoyed all of God's creations and will be fondly remembered as a tough as nails spitfire who loved her family immensely. Until her retirement in 2017, she worked as a PA for Mind Your Business and Hendersonville, NC. She earned her BS in Accounting in 2007 from Phoenix University.

A private celebration of life will be held August 22, 2020.

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Linda Duke Mills - April 16, 1950 - July 23, 2020

Departed: 07/23/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Linda Duke Mills, 70 of Fuquay-Varina, entered Heaven July 23, 2020, rejoining the love of her life, Larry Wayne Mills. Along with her husband, Linda was also preceded in death by her parents, Woodell and Louise Duke; grandson, Kyle Ashton Smith; and sister, Ann Myatt. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Linda "Michelle" mills of Winston Salem, NC, and Lawrence Wayne Mills, Jr. of Fayetteville, NC; grandchildren Erik Lawrence Smith and Corey Morgan Buckner, both of Fayetteville, NC; great granddaughter, Isabella Rae Rodriguez of Fayetteville, NC; and sister, Corey Brooks and husband Mac of Canton, GA.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 11:00 am at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens located at 1621 N. Broad St. Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

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Clinton A Douglas - July 17, 1950 - July 20, 2020

Departed: 07/20/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Clinton A. Douglas, 70 of Holly Springs, went to be with his Lord and Savior July 20, 2020. A memorial service will be held at True Light Holiness Church - 5110 Christian Light Road, Fuquay-Varina, NC, Sunday, July 26, 2020 at 11:00 am. The service will be held outdoors as long as the weather permits, or else it will be moved indoors. Shade provision will be available.

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James Harold Wood, Jr. - September 24, 1989 - July 16, 2020

Departed: 07/16/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: James Harold Wood, Jr., 30 of Fuquay-Varina, left his Earthly home far too soon July 16, 2020 and entered Heaven, joining his paternal grandparents, Harvey and Lois Wood and maternal grandfather, Cecil Charles Smith. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, James Harold Wood, Sr. and Joni Smith Wood; maternal grandmother, Shirley Brennan and husband Lloyd; uncles, Timmy Wood, Stanley Wood, and Chuck Smith; and aunt, Debbie Smith.

Graveside service and entombment will be held Wednesday, July 21, 2020 at 11:00 am at the Johnny Dwight Spence Family Cemetery at 361 Avery Spence Road, Fuquay Varina, NC 27526.

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Claudio Fernando Luna Duran - August 23, 1975 - July 13, 2020

Departed: 07/13/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Claudio Fernando Luna Duran, 44, of Henderson, NC, went to be with his Lord and Savior July 13, 2020. Claudio was born August 23, 1975 to Ma. Eva Duran VDA De Luna and the late Ildefonso Luna in Mexico. Along with is father, his grandmother Donaciana Barrera preceded him in passing. He was a loving father, gave everyone around him a chance, and was a hard worker. He will be greatly missed. Left to cherish his memory are his Mother; wife Pamela Lawson; children Juan Luna, Cynthia Luna, Mariela Lawson, and Claudia Lawson; and grandchildren Mia Lawson Allen and Sophia Hernandez.

Funeral Mass will be held Friday, July 24, 2020 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at St. James Catholic Church located at 3275 US-158 BYP, Henderson, NC 27537.

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Judy Elaine German - March 05, 1950 - July 12, 2020

Departed: 07/12/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Judy Elaine German, 70 of Angier, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, July 12, 2020. She was born March 5, 1950 to the late James and Maddie Capps in Harnett County. She loved to cook, to go to church, and truly loved everyone. She will be greatly missed. Along with her parents, Judy was also preceded in death by her husband, Raymond German; grandson Nicholas German; granddaughter Aurora German; and brothers Wayne Capps and Robert Morgan. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Pamela Mills and husband Randy, Phillip German, Christopher German and wife Michelle, and Michael German; 11 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren. A visitation will be held at Rachels Family Funeral Home Saturday, July 18, 2020 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. A graveside service will be held at Wake Chapel Christian Church Cemetery in Fuquay-Varina Sunday, July 19, 2020 at 11:00 am.

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Vonnie Joan Brown - May 16, 1945 - July 12, 2020

Departed: 07/12/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Vonnie Joan Brown, 75 of Fuquay-Varina, passed away July 12, 2020. A graveside service will be held at Montlawn Memorial Park located at 2911 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC 27603 Friday, July 17, 2020 at 11:00 am.

Vonnie was born May 16, 1945 to the late Sam and Rachel Ashley. She is survived by her husband, Calvin J. Brown; children Kelly B. Dewar and Robert Lee Brown; grandchildren Angela and Husna; and sister Rachel D. Ashworth.

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Amanda Lee Evans - June 12, 1986 - July 09, 2020

Departed: 07/09/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Amanda Lee Evans, 34 of Fuquay-Varina, died peacefully with her father and sister by her side Thursday, July 9, 2020 and has joined her Mother in heaven. Amanda was an animal lover and talented artist who loved her family. Her life was far too short and she will be missed by many.

Amanda was preceded in death by her Mother Kimberly Kelley Evans; Grandfather Basil Kelley; Grandmother Lou Kelley; Grandfather Clarence Evans; Grandmother Rita Evans; Aunt Peggy "Kelley" Young and her partner Robin Grayson; Aunt Melody Cook; and Fiance Matt Hadfield.

Left to cherish her memory are her Father, Lee Evans and spouse Laura Moody; Sister Kourtney Gill and husband Jeffrey; Aunt Patricia Turner and Uncle James Turner; Uncle Michael Kelley; Uncle Randy Cook; Aunt Linda Larsen and Uncle Gary Larsen; Aunt Darleen Sherman and Uncle Bill Sherman; and many loving cousins.

A visitation will be held Saturday, July 18, 2020 at 1:00 pm at Rachels Family Funeral Home with a memorial service directly to follow at 2:00 pm.

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Janice Belanger Hiatt - February 21, 1946 - July 06, 2020

Departed: 07/06/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Janice Belanger Hiatt, age 74, passed away in her home on Monday, July 6, 2020, surrounded by her family.

Janice was born in Lewiston, Maine, on February 21, 1946, to Viola and Joseph Belanger. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, David Hiatt; her two daughters, Michelle McCorrison (Sean), and Kathryn McGhee (Adam); and her three grandchildren, Kyle McCorrison, Kayla McCorrison, and Samantha McGhee; her sisters, Sharon Coffin (Peter), Nancy Marquis (Bill), and Lu-Ann Parker (Arthur); her brother, Tom Belanger; and a host of nieces and nephews.

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Jennifer Catherine Gooden - Unknown - June 30, 2020

Departed: 06/30/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Jennifer Catherine Gooden of Pembroke Pines, Florida passed away June 30, 2020. A graveside service will be held at Willow Spring Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery Saturday, July 4, 2020 at 2:00 pm.

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Charles Acriel Rogers - April 08, 1950 - June 23, 2020

Departed: 06/23/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Update: Due to health concerns during these unprecedented times with COVID-19, there will be no Celebration of Life held. The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers, as well as for their understanding regarding this difficult decision.

Charles Acriel Rogers, 70 of Fuquay-Varina, NC, went to be with his Lord and Savior June 23, 2020. Charles was born to the late Milton H. Rogers, Sr. and Bertha Mae Smith Rogers April 8, 1950 in Harnett County. He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War and later retired from the State of North Carolina. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 45 years, Linda Pollard Rogers; children Stephanie Vernon and husband Mike, and Grant Rogers; step daughter Michelle Cole; grandchildren Mikayla Vernon, Hagen Rogers, and Lyris Rogers; step granddaughter Brianna Cole; and siblings Milton H. Rogers, Jr. and Gail Rogers Lynch.

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Tiffany Alease Barbour - December 07, 1986 - May 05, 2020

Departed: 05/05/2020 (Willow Spring)

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Lucille Rhodes Jones - June 07, 1931 - May 03, 2020

Departed: 05/03/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Lucille Rhodes Jones of Fuquay-Varina, NC went to be with her Lord and Savior May 3, 2020. She was born to the late Jim Rhodes and Zula Austin Rhodes.

Lucille was preceded in death by her husband Hardy Braxton Jones, Sr.; sister Agnes Pennington; and brothers Judson, Bruce, and Jesse Rhodes. She is survived by her daughter Brenda J. Wheeler and husband John; son Hardy Braxton Jones, Jr. and wife Vickie; grandson Mark Wheeler and wife Deneen; and great grandchildren Lindsey and Patrick Wheeler.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff at Senter's Rest Home of Fuquay-Varina and Community Home Care and Hospice of Lillington for their excellent care.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 11:00 am at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Fuquay-Varina.

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Jessie Mildred Wombles - March 28, 1936 - May 01, 2020

Departed: 05/01/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Jessie Mildred Wombles, 84 of Raleigh, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior May 1, 2020. She was born to the late Jess Martin and Ora Cole Martin March 28, 1936 in Bimble, Kentucky. Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Gordon Wombles; children Charles Wombles and wife Judy, and Ora Mae Crawford and husband Ron; 5 grandchildren; 12 great grand children; and 1 great-great grandchild.

A graveside service will be held Monday, May 4, 2020 at 1:00 pm at the Duncan Church of God Cemetery in Fuquay-Varina, NC.

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Clyde Lewis Temple - June 15, 1936 - April 26, 2020

Departed: 04/26/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Clyde Lewis Temple, Holly Springs, NC, left his earthly home on April 26, 2020, at WakeMed Hospital in Raleigh, NC.

Clyde was born in Fuquay-Varina NC, on June 15, 1936, to the late Marvin Lee Temple and the late Noble Hux Temple. He grew up in Fuquay-Varina, NC.

Clyde loved horses, working with his hands, growing vegetables and flowers, and spending time with his family and friends. In his younger years, he was an avid water skier and a CB-radio enthusiast. He even operated a CB-radio repair shop and founded a CB club. He was an active outdoorsman with a zest for life.

After his years as a telephone company lineman in Florida and Michigan, Clyde worked as a heavy equipment operator, then superintendent, and was known to be very talented in that field. He also owned two independent convenient stores in the Wilbon community.

In retirement, he remained very active. He spent time building barbeque grills, tending his garden, growing rosebushes, grapevines, and cutting grass for his neighbors. He also spent much of his time training his German Shepherd dog, Sasha, who was his faithful companion until she passed away.

From his marriage to Jewel Stephenson Temple: Clyde is survived by his daughter Brenda Temple Fresquez and her husband, David Fresquez of Apex, and his son Ricky Lewis Temple and his wife Lisa Powell-Temple of Holly Springs. He is also survived by grandchildren: Robert Calhoun of Apex, Madison Temple of Holly Springs and Olivia Temple of Holly Springs.

His significant other, Sue Holleman, preceded him in death. Daughter Deborah Holleman Ogg, her husband Michael Ogg, and granddaughter Abbi survive Sue. Clyde and Sue were blessed to live near Deborah’s family for several years in retirement. Clyde spent as much time as possible with Abbi, whether pushing her on the swing, riding the golf cart with her or just doing whatever activities she wanted to do; he delighted in spending time with her.

Clyde was also preceded in death by sisters: Mary Davis of Fuquay-Varina, Margaret Greenwood of Fayetteville, Peggy Carraway of Raleigh, and Arlene Siciunas of Emerald Isle;  and brothers: James Allison (Buck) Temple of Holly Springs and Wade Phillip Temple of Fuquay-Varina. Numerous nieces and nephews survive him as well.

A memorial graveside service will be held Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 11:00 am at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens located at 1621 N. Broad Street in Fuquay-Varina.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Good Days (mygooddays.org) or a charity of one’s choice.

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Fred Howard Adams, Sr. - October 28, 1927 - April 18, 2020

Departed: 04/18/2020 (Willow Spring)

Obituary Preview: Frederick Howard Adams, Sr. died peacefully Saturday morning, April 18, 2020 in Raleigh, NC, at the age of 92. He was born October 28, 1927 in Willow Springs to the late Pauline Woodward and T. Floyd Adams. In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by brothers James D. Adams, Roderick D. Adams and Thomas F. Adams, Jr.; and sisters Dahlia Lautares and Daphne Ashworth.

Fred attended N.C. State University before volunteering for Naval service in 1946. He served two years in the Naval Air Transport Service in Honolulu, HI. Upon returning home in 1948, Fred joined his older brothers James and Rod in their concrete block business. Adams Concrete Products had locations in Raleigh, Durham, Fuquay-Varina, Morrisville, Fayetteville and Kinston. Adams Products supplied concrete block and masonry materials to the construction industry throughout the southeast. Most notably, the State of North Carolina’s Legislative Building features Adams Products masonry construction materials.

In business, Fred led by example. He was one of the first in his industry to hire women for sales positions for concrete masonry. He moved his industry forward as chairman of the Carolinas Concrete Masonry Association and the National Concrete Masonry Association. He was deeply involved with N.C. State University, serving as advisory board chairman of the School of Design. He also served two appointments by Governor James B. Hunt to the N.C. Real Estate Licensing Board.

Fred was a man of faith. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed countless rounds at MacGregor Downs Country Club in Cary where he was a charter member and lived for many years. He loved to travel, sing, and was quick with a good story. Towards the end of his life, as his memory began to fail him, Fred remained a positive and upbeat presence at the Cypress of Raleigh’s Rosewood Center.

Fred is survived by the love of his life Bobbie Turlington Adams of Raleigh; daughters Kathy White and husband Ed of Raleigh, Debbie Saunders and husband Tom of Creedmoor; son Fred Adams, Jr. and wife Laurie of Morrisville; grandchildren Anna Hosea and husband Robert of Raleigh, Jaclyn Morgan and husband Rem of Greenville, Nick Huston and husband Chris Baucom of Savannah, GA, Fred Adams, III (Tripp) of Raleigh, Maggie Saunders of Eindhoven, Netherlands, Walker Adams of Raleigh; and great grandchildren Henry Hosea, Edward Hosea, Creek Morgan and Bobbie Morgan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the person's passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing essential information to those who need to know about the funeral arrangements and other details. They also provide a sense of closure for loved ones and help to preserve the person's memory.

Who typically writes an obituary?

The responsibility of writing an obituary often falls on the family members or close friends of the deceased. In some cases, a funeral home or mortuary may offer assistance with writing the obituary as part of their services.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include funeral service details, memorial contributions, and any other relevant information.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform it's being published on. Generally, it's recommended to keep it concise and focused on the most important information, ideally within 200-500 words.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and newspapers allow you to include one or multiple photos of the deceased. This can help personalize the obituary and make it more engaging for readers.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

You can usually submit an obituary to a newspaper by contacting their obituary department directly via phone or email. Be prepared to provide the necessary information and payment for the publication fee.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the newspaper or platform. Some may charge by the word or line, while others may have a flat fee. Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $500 or more for publication.

Can I write my own obituary in advance?

Yes, it's possible to write your own obituary in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise that allows you to reflect on your life and legacy. Keep in mind that your family may still need to review and finalize the details after your passing.

What's the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only the basic facts such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a longer, more detailed tribute that celebrates the person's life and accomplishments.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries don't have to be somber and serious. Including humorous stories or anecdotes can help capture the personality and spirit of the deceased.

How do I find old obituaries?

You can search for old obituaries through online archives, genealogy websites, or local libraries. Many newspapers also maintain archives of past issues that can be searched online or in-person.

Can I republish an obituary from another source?

If you want to republish an obituary from another source, such as a different newspaper or website, be sure to obtain permission from the original publisher or copyright holder first.

What's the purpose of an online obituary?

Online obituaries provide a convenient way for people to share condolences, memories, and tributes with the family from anywhere in the world. They also remain accessible for years to come, serving as a lasting tribute to the deceased.

How do I respond to condolences expressed in an online guestbook?

You can respond to condolences expressed in an online guestbook by posting a reply message or sending a private message to the individual who left the condolence. Be sure to express gratitude for their support during this difficult time.

Can I include charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary?

Yes, you can specify that charitable donations be made in lieu of flowers in an obituary. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased while supporting a worthy cause.

What's the etiquette for writing condolences in an online guestbook?