She was born on August 11, 1927 to the late Arthur Wynns and Ruth Shaw Gregory. She was preceded in death by her Husband, of sixty one years, William Con Proctor, Jr. who was a World War Two veteran, her brother, Henry Shaw Gregory and her sister, Elizabeth Gregory Preston.

A graduate of Weldon High School, Ruth went on to graduate from UNC Greensboro and went to work as an X-ray technician and a medical technician at Park View Hospital in Rocky Mount, NC, Watts Hospital in Durham, NC and at a private medical practice in Raleigh. Ruth was an active member of  St. Marks Episcopal Church in Halifax, Halifax Garden Club, Halifax Historical Society, Halifax Preservation Society, the Daughter’s of the American Revolution, the Colonial Dames, and the First Family of North Carolina.

Survivors include, her daughter, Helen P. Partridge and her husband, Ed of Concord, NC; her two sons, William C. Proctor, III and his wife Cindy of Ashville, NC, Rev. Fredrick Gregory Proctor and his wife, Debbie of Jackson Mississippi; her seven grandchildren, Jason Partridge, Marshall Partridge, Greer Proctor- Dickson, James Proctor, Cyrus Proctor, William Partridge and Ruth Partridge; and her two great-grandchildren, Alexander J. Partridge and James Dickson; her two sisters, Jean Gregory of Chapel Hill and Jessie Lutz of Chapel Hill; and her two brothers, Arthur Gregory Jr. of  Ohio, and Frederick Gregory of  Havre de Grace MD.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Halifax, NC with Rev. Ben Duffy officiating.

Interment will follow in St. Mark’s Episcopal Cemetery in Halifax.

She was born in Hazard, Kentucky, daughter of the late Roscoe Sloan and Mandy Jacobs Sloan.

Mrs. Gayle worked many years as a caregiver. She dedicated her life to helping others, her Church, and her community She was a member of Grace Communion International Church.
Mrs. Gayle was preceded in death by her husband, Fitzhugh Gayle.
She is survived by two sons, Blaine Gayle (Shirley), of Newport News, VA, Lee Gayle (Angela), of Daphne, ALA; two daughters, Kay Gayle (Fiancee, Steve Powell), of Garysburg, NC, Kristie Gaylor (Jamey), of Roanoke Rapids; brother, Effort Sloan (Joy), Kentucky; two sisters, Louise Hughes and Rita Gibson, both of Newport News, VA; many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, June, 3, 2017, at Cedarwood Cemetery with Pastor Clarence Roberts officiating.
Wrenn, Clarke, & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service is taking care of arrangements where the family will receive friends Saturday, June 3, 2017 from 12:30 pm until 1:45 pm.
Online condolences may be made to www.wrennclarkehagan.com

Jewell Marie Brigman Hopkins left her earthly home to go to her forever home with the Lord on Tuesday the 30th of May 2017, surrounded by her loving family to make her transition to the Pearly Gates.
Jewell lived in Gulf Breeze, Florida with her daughter and wonderful son-in-law for the past 7 years.
Jewell Marie Brigman was born on June 1, 1925 to the late A.J. Brigman and Ila Jane Godwin Brigman in Richmond County N.C. near Rockingham NC.
She is preceded in death her brother Doland J. Brigman; her son Dexter Devone Ormond; her daughter, Essie Ormond Brown; all of her husbands, her granddaughter, Norma Jean Ormond Tucker; her great-granddaughter, Victoria Love; and her great-grandson, Steven Love.
Left behind to cherish her memory are her sister, Sue Brigman Belo of Raleigh, NC; her daughters Brenda Ormond Love of Roanoke Rapids, Nancy Ormond Berg Daughtry (Stephen) of Gulf Breeze, Florida, Susan Gail Payne Ellis of Roanoke Rapids, NC and Susan Lynn Dearing (Chris) of Dandridge, TN; her daughter-in-law, Gracie Ormond. her grandchildren, Debbie Love Pittman (Steve), Leonard Love (Julie), Tony Love, Michael Love and William Billy Love (Edith) all of Roanoke Rapids NC, George Edward Berg (Anita) of Albany NY, John Michael Berg (Alicia) of Blairstown NJ, Samuel J Berg (Rachelle) of Spokane WA, Carlton A Brown of Carolina Beach, NC, Terri Brown Byrum of Gulf Breeze, FL, Angela M. Brown of Raleigh, NC, John Andrew (Andy) Gray, Sr. (Krista), Jennifer M Garcia, Joseph(Joe) F Garcia and the light of Mama's blue eyes, Jessica Michelle Owens, Benjamin Ormond (Bridget), Brittney Tucker all of Roanoke Rapids, NC, Andrea Lynn Rhodes (Adam) Of Wilmington, NC, William James Cartrette of Wilmington NC, Christina Marie Morgan (Derek) of TN, ,Juliana Michell Morgan (Daniel) of TN and Stephen Mitchell Boyette of TN.
Also surviving are 42 great-grandchildren and 30 great-great grandchildren.
Special thanks to our hospice workers, Leigh and Candance and our special CNA Rio, you just don’t know how much Jewell loved you and how special you guys were to her and how thankful we are that you helped make Jewell's life special and more peaceful for the last few months.
Funeral Services will be held 2:30 P.M. Sunday, June 4, 2017 in the chapel of Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service with Rev. Jimmy King officiating.
Burial will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7:00 – 8:30 P.M. Saturday, June 3, 2017 at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com.

Lancaster, SC Mrs. Paula Kay Moore Laney, age 47, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 31, 2017. Funeral Services will be 3:00 PM Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Taxahaw Baptist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 PM Friday, June 2, 2017 at Taxahaw Baptist Church, 1734 Overbrook Road, Kershaw, SC.

Mrs. Laney was born May 15, 1970 in Roanoke Rapids, NC a daughter of the late C.T. Moore and Sue Ingram. She was a former employee of Springs Industries and the Golden Nugget. A member of Charlesboro Baptist Church, Paula enjoyed gardening, working with crafts, and going to the beach. She enjoyed spending time with her family, and her favorite holiday was Halloween.

Survivors include her husband of 30 years, Michael Laney of the home; son, Michael Andrew (Miranda Catoe) Laney; daughter, Heather (Aza) Jaimez both of Lancaster, SC; 4 grandchildren, Michael, Ethan, Jonathan, and Jacob Jaimez; 2 sisters, Brenda Borre and Evelyn Smiley of Roanoke Rapids, NC

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield, SC
(www.mrcfuneralhome.com) is serving the Laney Family

Vickie was the son of the late Joseph Leon and Mamie Pulley Glover. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Sophia Glover.

He is survived by his daughters, Sheila Glover of Margarettsville and Lisa Glover of Greenville; his sons, Chris Glover and his wife, Barbara of Margarettsville and Brian Glover and his wife, Deanna of Wilson; his sister, Cathy Glover Martin and her husband, Larry of Conway and his brother, John M. Glover of Seaboard; five grand children Christy, Will, Logan, Madison and Savannah; a very special cousin, Gloria Glover.

Graveside services will be held Sunday June 4, 2017 at 3:00 P.M. in the Glover Family Cemetery in Margarettsville with Rev. Jim Cox officiating.

Arrangements are being handled by Massey Funeral Home in Jackson.

Funeral rites are presently incomplete.
Coleman Funeral Home in Garysburg, NC, is handling arrangements

Elladeane, known as “Deanie” to most, was born in 1925 in Columbus, GA., to the late Heath and Gladys Lee.

Deanie, who grew up in Roanoke Rapids, NC, received her “Early Childhood Education” degree from Marjorie Webster Junior College in Washington, DC.

Returning to Roanoke Rapids after graduation, Miss. Deanie,as she was known to her students, opened the “Jack and Jill Kindergarten”. After marrying and moving to Jackson, NC in 1950, Miss Deanie taught at Eastside Elementary School.

Upon retiring from teaching, Deanie continued in her love of service by volunteering with jail and prison ministries, Hospice, and Meals on Wheels. Deanie also served as a Guardian Ad Litem, and was a member of both the “Patient Advocacy Board” for Cherry Hospital, and the Northampton Education Board. Education was an important part of Deanie’s life, and she served as a tutor in after school programs and with “ Northamption Smart Start”.

As a United Methodist Church Lay Pastor, Deanie continued to give sacrificially to anyone that was in need. She was deeply loved by many, and was especially loved by the little children in her life.

Deanie is survived by her beloved husband of 67 years, Robert Gray Bowers, of the home, and her sister Gladys Lee, who resides in Glendale, CA. She is also survived by two daughters - Lee Bowers of Durham, and Heath Bowers Cox of Raleigh, grandsons, William Cox (Jamie), Dan Cox (Bethany), Sam, Stephen and David Cox, and three great grandchildren, Charlie, Ian and Lillian. She is predeceased by her son, Robert Gray Bowers Jr.; sister, Lillian Lee and son-in-law, Charles Cox.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Jackson United Methodist on June 18, at 3:00 PM.

Memorials gifts may be sent to Jackson United Methodist Church. Deanie's family would also like to extend their sincere thanks to Pruit Health Hospice and the many neighbors and friends who helped during this time.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com.

She was born on March 16, 1925 to Ernest and Mamie Howell Cross.
Annie was predeceased by her Husband of 72 years, Curtis Bullock, her son, Dennis (Pedro) Bullock of Emporia VA, her grandson, Curt Garner, her brothers, Linwood Cross, Zalph Cross, Ernest Cross Jr. and Thurman Cross and her sisters, Blondie Merritt and Vivian Woodruff.

Ann’s True passion in life was her family and friends. She enjoyed making beautiful embroidery pieces and sharing with family and friends.

Annie is survived by her son, Jerry (Bunny) Bullock, of Roanoke Rapids, her daughter, Maria Bullock, of Spokane WA, her daughter-in-law, Nancy G. Bullock, of Emporia, VA; her special daughter, Sue Chinn, of Spokane WA; her Sister-in-law, Evelyn Hunnicutt, of Roanoke Rapids; grandchildren, Brian (Missy) Bullock, of Emporia, VA, Kevin (Tracy) Bullock, of Emporia, VA, Kathy Kikendall, of Fuquay Varina, NC, Stacy (Kevin) Powell, of Angier, NC, Alison (Gary) Powell, of Willow Springs, NC, Laura (Steven) Ellis, of Roanoke Rapids, NC; great-grandchildren, Lee Bullock, Courtney (Dustyn) Sampson, Matthew Bullock, Hunter Bullock, Graden Bullock, Kyle Kikendall, Kimberly Kikendall, Kelly Kikendall, George Powell, Lilly Powell, and Jack Ellis; great-great-grandchildren, Trey Bullock and Seth Sampson and numerous nieces and nephews.

Grave Services will be held on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at Cedarwood Cemetery in Roanoke Rapids at 2:00 P.M. with Rev. Bob Dowlings officiating.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, June 6, 2017 from 7:00 until 8:30 P.M. at Askew Funeral & Cremation Services in Roanoke Rapids.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice or Community Hospice, 525 Becker Drive. Side A Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

Rev. Randy Martin will conduct a graveside service Friday, June 09, 2017, at 11:00 am in Crestview Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday, June 8, 2017, at 306 Carolina St., Roanoke Rapids from 6-7:30 pm.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com

Ricky was born April 21, 1953 in Halifax County to the late Robert Willis Nowell and Virginia Dare Walker Nowell.

Ricky retired from Halifax Community College and continued working for Piedmont Service Group where he was planning to retire on June 30. He loved fishing with his cousin Lin and his son Robin. Ricky also loved cooking and hanging out with his cousins, Tony and Lin Walker and his best friend Raymond Conner, friend and neighbor Lisa Cain and other close friends.

He is survived by his wife, Donna Nowell of the home; his son, Brian Nowell and his wife Nicole; his daughter, Jessica Nowell both of Roanoke Rapids; his grandchildren, Natalie, Addison and Ava Nowell; his sister, Brenda Nowell of Littleton; his niece and nephew, Christie Edwards and Bo Nowell; numerous cousins and close friends.

The family will have a memorial service to celebrate Ricky’s life Thursday, June 8, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. in the chapel of Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service with Rev. James Jenkins officiating and Military honors will also be presented. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the future college needs of his daughter and grandchildren, c/o Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service, 507 Hwy 158, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com

Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Friday in the chapel of Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service with Rev. Randy Martin officiating. Burial will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery in Weldon, NC. The family will receive friends from 12:00 – 1:30 P.M. prior to the service.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com

Crane graduated from Roanoke Rapids High School in 1950 and later from the Pan American School in Richmond.
She was secretary to the principal of Roanoke Rapids High School for 51 years and a member of First Presbyterian Church, where she sang in the choir.
Crane also was a member for several years of the Roanoke Rapids Junior Woman’s Club and the Down-to-Earth Garden Club, in which she held a number of offices.
She also sang with the Roanoke Rapids Oratorio Society in their performances of The Messiah.
Crane was honored on October 17, 2001, the actual date of her 50 years as secretary to the principal of Roanoke Rapids High School with a reception where she received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award and letter of congratulations from Governor Michael Easley. Mayor Gene Minton also issued a proclamation for Joyce Lewis Crane Day that day. She retired, due to her illness with throat cancer, December 31, 2002, with 51 years of service as secretary to the principal. The Roanoke Rapids Board of Education honored Crane on Sunday, May 18, 2003, for her 51 years of service with the dedication of the Joyce Lewis Crane courtyard and memorial. She also was honored several times by the Roanoke Rapids City Schools as Support Person of the Year. On October 21, 1997, she was honored by the Roanoke Rapids Business and Professional Women’s Club with a plaque for recognition of outstanding performance and dedication that extends beyond the call of duty.
An avid Yellow Jackets fan, Crane did not miss a home or away football game for over 20 years.
She also served as the faculty cheerleader sponsor for several years and was chaperone for the RRHS chorus on many out-of-town trips.
She attended 53 Junior-Senior proms.
The RRHS Ro-Rap honored her in 1970 with the yearbook dedication which read, “As the days go by at RRHS, we find a person whose influence and contribution has outdistanced mere responsibility. This person, by surpassing the boundaries of her duties, has evoked in us a sincere appreciation for her devoted service to both students and teachers. She supports our endeavors, boosts our spirits, and remains pleasant herself, despite the barrage of problems with which she is confronted daily. In gratitude for her patient and understanding nature, we, the members of the Ro-Rap staff, dedicate the 1970 Ro-Rap to Joyce Lewis Crane.”
Crane was a breast cancer and throat cancer survivor, and she always commented on how much she appreciated the people of Roanoke Rapids and the employees of Roanoke Rapids City Schools who took her to Raleigh daily for throat cancer treatments.
She loved the Carolina Tar Heels and collected basketball calendars and other memorabilia yearly.
Former principal Michael Hurst wrote a departing note to Crane which said, “Thank you for being a loyal executive secretary to the principal. I will never forget your commitment to RRHS and me. You have had perhaps more impact than anyone I know on this school and the children of Roanoke Rapids.”
Jenna Minton, student body president in 2002, gave Crane a music box which said, “Some people touch your lives only briefly while others leave a lasting impression and are not forgotten.” In a farewell speech to students, Minton told Crane, “If I could choose a grandmother to adopt, you would definitely be my choice. Thanks for always greeting me with a smile the many times I had to visit your office and for being generous to me. You are an extraordinary lady, and I will miss our frequent conversations.”
Long-time friend Mary Fran Fisher one time wrote, “Joyce took lemons and made lemonade.”
Many RRHS students and graduates have remained special to Crane, but she expressed deep appreciation to some who stayed in touch with her for many, many years: John Bass, Catherine Bell, Gail and Tim Biesecker, the William Branch family, Ben Braswell, Vernon Bryant, Lucy and Bob Clary, Sheldon Cohen, Murphy Doyle, Trudy and Billy Duke, Merle and Fred Etheridge, Marie Fields, Mary Fran Fisher, Linda Garner, Christina Gregory, Peggy Howard, Joey Hudson, Richard Hunnings, Sarah Johnson, Kathy Laws, Patti and Lynn Little, Betsey and Tom Merritt, Jill and Steve Mitchell, Dennis Monds, Rodney Nelson, Brenda Newton, John Parker, the Portela family, Linda Ray, Paula and Billy Rogerson, Rex Stainback, Annette and Mal Stallings, Roma Taylor, Lou and Roger Warren, Randall Warren, the Bill White family, the Frank White family, Glenn Wiggs, Bob Williams, Jim Williams, Lib Wilson, and Barb and John Zsebehazy, and others.
Funeral services will be held at 1 pm on Monday June 12, 2017 at First Presbyterian Church with Rev. Joe Sandoval officiating. Receiving will take place from 11:30-12:45 at Wrenn, Clarke, and Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service prior to the service. Burial will follow the service in Cedarwood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Roanoke Rapids Education Foundation—Joyce Crane Scholarship, PO Box 675, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, or to The Presbyterian Church, 16 East 5th Street, Roanoke Rapids NC 27870.
Online condolences may be left at wrennclarkehagan.com.

Charles was born, February 11, 1953, in Warren, OH to the late Charles and Bonnie Lee Gaertner. He loved beach music, horses and especially loved mules.

Surviving are his son, John Gaertner and wife, Mary; sister, Cathy Johnson and grandchildren, Kayla and Austin Gaertner. Also surviving are his special friends, Benny and Barbara Pearson and family, Jackie Culliton, Sheila Hollis, Kayla Crickmore and her daughter, Skyler and Larry Edwards.

Family and friends are welcomed to come and visit both Saturday, June 10, 2017 and Sunday, June 11, 2017, from 2-4 pm, at Charles’ apartment located at 100 NC Hwy 125 Apt. 329 in Roanoke Rapids.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com.

Mr. Viverette was born in Halifax County, November, 01, 1946, to the late William Hoyt Viverette and Helen Winstead Viverette. He was a veteran of the United States Army, proudly serving his country in the Vietnam War where he received a Purple Heart. He was the owner/operator of Core Carolina Trucking Company and was president of the Sharpsburg Exchange Club for many years. Mr. Viverette also served as a scout leader in the Boy Scouts for a period of time. He is a man that will be truly missed by his family. In addition to his parents, Mr. Viverette was preceded in death by two brothers and three sisters.

Surviving is his wife of 46 years, Beverly Eason Viverette of the home; sons, William Scott Viverette and John Corbett Viverette, wife, Brooke and grandson, Ian “Buddy” Corbett Viverette, all of Sharpsburg; brother, Troy Lee Rogers of Weldon; sister, Ruby Davis of Halifax. Also surviving is his sister-in-law, Frances Viverette; sisters and brothers-in-law, Shelia and Terry Wheeler of Roanoke Rapids, and Willa and Robert Moyer of Raleigh and a host of nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends Wednesday, June 14, 2017, from 7-8:30 pm at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service. Rev. Randy Martin will conduct a graveside service at Crestview Memorial Cemetery Thursday, June 15, 2017, at 11:00 am. Those wishing to follow in procession to the cemetery may meet at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service no later than 10:30 am.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents Leon’ & Vernon Holmes of Illinois and her maternal grandparents Evelyn & Joseph A Lee Jr of Strasburg VA.
Loved ones left behind to cherish her memory are her mother Terri Godsey and husband Ronnie of Roanoke Rapids, NC. Her father John Alan Holmes of Falmouth, VA. Her sisters Shari Mills and husband John of Fredericksburg, VA. Brandy Holmes of Roanoke Rapids, NC. Megan Hargrave and husband Dylan of Roanoke Rapids, NC. Tammie Holmes of Illinois, and Maternal grandparents Buck and Vivian Turner of Severn, NC. And several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews and Cousins.
A family visitation will be held on Friday June 16, 2017 from 6pm-8pm at the home of her Aunt Amy Barnes – 33291 Pine Crest Drive, Boykins, VA 23827
A graveside service will be held Saturday June 17, 2017 at 6:00pm at Severn Cemetery HWY 35 in Severn, NC 27877, with Rev. Ricky Barnes officiating.
In lieu of flowers, monetary donations for funeral expenses can be made to her family at 3643 Everetts School Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870
Arrangements are in the care of Wrenn, Clarke & Hagan Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be made to wwwwrennclarkehagan.com

Claude was born in Franklin County, May 06, 1938, to the late John William and Julia Overton Cash. In addition to his parents, Claude was preceded in death by his brother, Julian Cash and sister, Emogene Cash Perry.

Surviving are his children, Claude Wesley Cash, Jr. and fiancé, Jennifer Joyner, of Rocky Mount, Deanna Sigmon and husband, Mark, of Halifax, Frank James Cash and wife, Donna Gail, of Elm City and Teresa Gail Miller and husband, David, of Wilson County; brother, Wilbur Cash of Indiana; sister, Christine DeShields of Pinetops; grandchildren, Kaleb Joyner, Meggon Hammack, Brittney Sigmon, Mark Sigmon, Jr., Christopher Cash and Samantha Jungier. Also surviving are his great grandchildren, Avery Hammack, Bentley Bell and Cody Radford.

There will be a graveside service Saturday, June 17, 2017, at 1:00 pm in Creedmoor, at the Jacob Thomas Cash Family Cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com

Mrs. Whitby, was born in Halifax County, NC the daughter of the late Thomas Gray and Lora Shearin Gray. She was a homemaker and a member of Victory Baptist Church. Two sisters, Dorothy Lee Moore and Lora Ann Moore and a brother Roy Gray, also preceded her in death.
Surviving are: her husband Clarence L. Whitby; a daughter, Kathy W. Love and her husband Bill of Roanoke Rapids, NC; two sons, Charles L. Whitby of Roanoke Rapids, NC and Ronald J Whitby and his wife Michelle, of Littleton, NC; a sister, Elizabeth Brown and her husband Richard of Littleton, NC; two brothers, Loyd Gray of Littleton, NC and Howard N. Gray and his wife Judy, of Roanoke Rapids, NC; seven grandchildren, Jason S. Whitby, Stacey Baker, Lewis Frye, Amanda Frye, Jessica Aiken, Justin Frye and Tabitha Love; three great grandchildren Stephanie Baker, Chloe Matthews and Kyleigh Aiken.
The family will receive at Wrenn Clarke & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service, Sunday, June 18, 2017, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.
Funeral services will be held Monday, June 19, 2017, at 2:00 PM, at Victory Baptist Church, with Pastor Jeremy Kobernat, officiating. Interment will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery, Roanoke Rapids, NC.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.wrennclarkehagan.com.

He was the son of the late Lester Shipley Ford Jr. and Mildred Forbis Ford.
He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Mildred Ford Wilson and her husband, Richard; Dolores Ford Newsome; and his nephew, Brian Maus.
A devoted family man, he is survived by his sister, Henrietta “Susie” Ford Maus and her husband, Jim; his wife of 51 years, Ann Bradley Ford; a daughter, Maria Ford Myers; a son, Henry Bradley Ford and his wife, Andrea; five grandchildren, Zoe Myers; Sydney McCraw and Holden, Payton and Cullen Ford; nieces and nephews, Karen, Debbie, Rhonda, Scott, Ronnie and Les.
He graduated from Frederick Military Academy and attended Chowan University and Campbell College.
He was office manager for Superior Stone Company in Ryan, S.C., and was an alcohol law enforcement officer with the North Carolina Department of Crime Control until his retirement.
He served as a Seaboard town commissioner, was an active Boy Scout leader and Mason and was also active in his church.
After retirement, he managed Superior Gin Company and worked as a firearms instructor at Odom Prison.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at East 10th Street Church of Christ with Dave Chapman, Minister officiating. Burial will follow in Seaboard Cemetery with Masonic Graveside Rites. The family will receive friends from 7:00 – 8:30 P.M. Monday, June 19, 2017 at Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service and other times at the home.
Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com.

Joan was born July 4, 1938 in Halifax County to the late Clarence Cleveland Harlow and Callree Alligood Harlow. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Frank Wheeler; her daughter, Penny Jennings; her brother, Charles W. Harlow and her brother-in-law, Charles T. Davis.

Joan was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and sister. She loved being a C.N.A. and working in the Emergency Room where she retired from Halifax Regional Medical Center. Above all else she loved her Lord and Savior. She was also a longtime member of Harvest Temple Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Joan is survived by her daughter, Peggy Bulluck and her husband Bruce of Nashville, NC; her special companion, Toby; her grandchildren, Carla Leigh Freeman, Leann Jennings Tucker and her husband Jake, Andrew Jennings and Melissa Jennings; her great-grandchildren, Makaleigh Wynn, Ryne Harlow, Taylor-Jane O’Neil and Melody Annaleigh; her sister, Yvonne Harlow Davis of Chester, VA; her sister-in-law Barbara Harlow of Wilmington, NC; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at Harvest Temple Pentecostal Church with Rev. Norwood Starling and Rev. Chuck Davis officiating. Burial will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery in Weldon. The family will receive friends from 6:30 – 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com.

Mrs. Whitman was born, December 15, 1921, in Blackstone, VA to the late Robert Elwood and Mable Chessie Coburn. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Robert Whitman; brother, William Coburn and sister, Marie Weathersbee.

Surviving are her sons, Kenneth Wayne Whitman, of Youngsville and George Elwood Whitman and wife, Betty, of Louisburg, John Stanley Whitman and wife, Esther, of Zebulon and daughters, Sandra Whitman Borrell of Roanoke Rapids and Bonnie Loy and husband, Donny of Gibsonville, NC and sister, Lida Alexander. Also surviving are 21 grandchildren, 47 great grandchildren and 8 great-great grandchildren.

She was a member of Roanoke Rapids First Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday, June 22, 2017 at Raleigh Memorial Park in Raleigh, NC with Pastor Matthew Smith officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be made to Home Health and Hospice of Halifax, 1229 Julian R. Allsbrook Hwy, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, with a special “Thank You” to the entire staff.

Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service is handling arrangements.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com