Steve was born in Halifax County, August 04, 1952, to the late William “Buck” Franklin and Betty Jean Rook Pittman. 

He was a good Christian man who loved the Lord, his grandchildren and his family. 

He also loved playing music. 

In addition to his parents, Steve was preceded in death by his daughter, Shelby Renee Pittman Exum.

Surviving are his wife, Frances “Frankie” Pittman; son, Steven Kenneth “Kenny” Pittman and wife, Beth; step son, Jack Harrell and wife, Teresa, all of Roanoke Rapids; sister, Mitzi Cahoon and husband, Lee, of Gaston, and his grandchildren, Dylan Exum, Will Harrell, Ayden Ellis Pittman, Dustin Joe Maurice and Jackson Taylor.

Pastors Tony Smith and D.A. Leonard will conduct a celebration to remember Steve’s life Friday, September 01, 2017, in the chapel at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service at 2:00 pm. 

The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 1:00 pm and all other times at the home of Kenny and Beth Pittman, 205 Robinson Dr., Roanoke Rapids. 

Online condolences may be made to www.hockadayfs.com

Dorothy spent the last few weeks surrounded by family and friends at the Hospice House and Support Care of Williamsburg.

She was a native of Roanoke Rapids, where she graduated from RRHS in 1950. After living in Lynchburg, VA, for several years she returned to RR in 1972, where she went on to work for JP Stevens, WR Grace and approximately 18 years at Halifax Memorial Hospital.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edna Mae Wheeler Connell and Luther Jackson Connell and her brother Lewis Ivery Connell.

Survivors include her two nephews, Chad Ames Connell and his wife, Ashley Ward Connell of Lanexa, VA , and William Tod Connell of Alexandria, VA. Three grand- nieces, McKenzie Leigh Connell, Olivia Claire Connell and Carleigh Allison Connell and two grand nephews, Tyler Wegner and Dylan Wegner, all of Lanexa, VA

Funeral services will be held at 3pm, Saturday, Sept 2nd at Wrenn Clarke & Hagan Chapel, with Rev. Randy Martin officiating. 

Burial to follow in Cedarwood Cemetery. 

The family will receive friends starting at 1:30 prior to the service at the funeral home. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice House & Support Care of Williamsburg, 4445 Powhatan Parkway, Williamsburg, VA 23188

Online condolences may be left at wrennclarkehagan.com

Barbara was born in Halifax County, July 14, 1944, to the late Ernest Worth and Eva Shaw Callahan. 

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by brother, Jesse Wayne Callahan. 

Surviving are her husband, Donald F. Manning of the home; sons, Michael Manning and wife, Kelly, and Kevin Manning and wife, Michelle; sister, Brenda Kay Powers and husband, Tot, and their children, Timmy, Jesse, Heather and Christi, all of Roanoke Rapids; grandchildren, Melissa Hale, Jeffrey Manning, Nathan Manning, Matt Manning, Jenni Manning, Heather Ridley, Chris Munn and her grand-“Dog”ter, Summer; great grandchildren, Matthew Manning, George Manning, K.V. Walker, Natalie Walker and Jasiyah Brown. Also surviving is a special aunt, Novella Deloatch and many nieces and nephews. 

Rev. Randy Martin will conduct a service to remember Barbara’s life Saturday, September 02, 2017, at 11:00 am at Calvary Baptist Church. 

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service beginning at 10:00 am, also at the church and all other times at the home of Michael and Kelly Manning, 264 Bishop Rd., Roanoke Rapids. 

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com

Norman was the son of the late Norman and Julia Garner Davis.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Mary Frances Bendall.

Survivors include his devoted wife of more than 40 years, Dru Mealhouse Davis; two sisters, Nancy Davis Wood and her husband, Sammy, and Janet Davis Sykes and her husband, Robert; two nieces, Christy Wood Loyd and her husband, Patrick, and daughter, Lizzy; Sara Curtis Sykes and one nephew, Justin Davis Sykes. Also surviving are numerous cousins, aunts and devoted friends.

A memorial service to celebrate Norman’s life will be held on Sunday September 3rd at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of Askew Funeral and Cremation Services with Rev. Randy Martin officiating.

The family has requested in lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Norman be made to https://www.redcross.org/donate/donation

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.askewfs.com

George is survived by his wife of 57 years, Frances Ferguson Carroll; son, Jasper N. Carroll and his wife, Pamela, of Pleasant Hill, NC; daughters, Gloria C. Liles and her husband, Mickey, of Nashville, NC, Georgia N. Carroll, of Gaston, NC; three grandchildren and one great grandchild.

George was a man known for his kindness and generosity. If you came to visit, you couldn’t leave until you had something to eat or drink.

Prior to his illness, he loved to garden and go for rides in the country and visit his grandchildren. He was a man of great honor and character and he will be missed very much.

Wrenn, Clarke, & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service is taking care of arrangements where services will be held at 2:00 pm, Tuesday, September 5, 2017, in the Chapel with Rev. Rick Russell and Colleen Russell officiating. Burial will follow in the Gray Family Cemetery on Old Emporia Rd, Gaston, NC.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Home Health and Hospice of Halifax, 220 Smith Church Road, Roanoke Rapids, NC.

Online condolences may be made to www.wrennclarkehagan.com

Bobby was born in Halifax County, March 6, 1954, to the late Ralph and Evelyn Harris Martin. 

A retired navy veteran of more than 20 years, he loved playing guitar, spending time with his family and friends and coaching girls’ softball, where he coached for over 9 years. 

Bobby also was a member of Blue Steel Motorcycle Club of North Carolina. 

In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his previous wife, Arlene Martin.

Surviving are his wife, Susan Fowler Martin of the home; sons, Bobby Lewis Martin, Jr. and wife, Leslie, Kendall Martin and wife, Christie; daughter, Missy Tolbert and husband, James, all of Roanoke Rapids; step-son, Marc Shaw and wife Brandy and step-daughter, Michelle Wells and husband, Eric, both of Roanoke Rapids; brothers, Pete Martin of Roanoke Rapids, and Wayne Martin of Hawaii; grandchildren, Jordan Martin, Hunter Martin, Kendallyn Martin, Skyler Martin, Nathan Rancourt, Mandi Tolbert, Aaron Shaw and Jaylan Wells; special friends, Mark and Laurie Kuchenbrod, Eddie Edquist and fellow brothers and wives of Blue Steel Motorcycle Club of North Carolina. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service Friday, September 8, 2017, from 7-9 pm. 

James Rawls will conduct funeral services Saturday, September 9, 2017 in the chapel at Hockaday at 11:00 am. 

Interment will follow at Crestview Memorial Cemetery.

Online condolences may be sent to  www.hockadayfs.com

Mr. Closson was born in Rockingham County, North Carolina on December 25, 1945 to the late Roscoe Eston Closson, his step-father, Vernon Stantliff and Lorraine Hodges Stantliff. He was also preceded in death by his brother, John Closson.

He is survived by his wife, Ann Closson of the home; his son, Henry N. Closson, Jr. of Eden, NC; his daughters, Kim Taylor and husband James of Lewisburg, KY and Tammy Scales and husband Wayne of Lake Gaston, NC; his brothers, David Closson and wife Faye of Madison, NC and Keith Stantliff and wife Linda of Dinwiddie, VA; his grandchildren, Quentin, Ginger, Ellis, Jessie, Chris, Bridget and Billie; and his special companion Sugar Ray.

A memorial service to celebrate Henry’s life will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, September 10, 2017 at Park Baptist Church, 1136 Virginia Avenue, Roanoke Rapids, NC with Rev. Joe Wall officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. at the church and other times at the home.

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

Sam, a graduate of Fort Hunt High School,  served in the US Army as a Chaplain’s assistant before joining his father at Suburban printing company.

Sam’s life was full of everything he enjoyed — golf, art, food, family and friends. Please remember his life as full and rich.

He is survived by his Mother, Ella (Helen) D. Dickens, his sister, Deborah and her husband, Frederick Dannenberg.

Visitation will be on Tuesday September 12, 2017, at Askew Funeral and Cremation Services in Roanoke Rapids from 6-7:30 P.M.

Graveside Services will be held Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at Cedarwood Cemetery in Roanoke Rapids with Rev. Randy Martin officiating.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.askewfs.com

Billy was born November 17, 1934 in Halifax County to the late William Herbert O’Neal and Shirley Livingston Pittman O’Neal. He was also preceded in death by two grandchildren, Melanie O’Neal and Dustin Cole O’Neal; his brother, Wiley Sidney O’Neal, Sr.

Billy was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and a dedicated truck driver.

He is survived by his wife, Perlene O’Neal of the home; his sons, William Cole O’Neal, Jr. of Roxboro, Dennis Ray O’Neal and his wife Debra and Robert Earl O’Neal both of Roanoke Rapids; his special companion, Princess; eight grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Billy’s life will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, September 14, 2017 in the chapel of Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service with Dr. Dennis W. Gregory, Sr. officiating. 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.

Mr. Mouzon, was born in Nash County, NC, the son of the late Madison L. and Vollie Ree Harvell Mouzon.

His three brothers: Leonard, Sammy and Charles Mouzon also preceded him in death.

He was a U. S. Navy, World War II veteran and a retiree from Champion International, in Roanoke Rapids, NC

He is survived by:  his wife Eleanor Turner Mouzon; two daughters, Lyndal M. Williams and her husband Charlie, of Littleton, NC and Sandra M. Huntington and her husband Albert, of Keswick, VA; two granddaughters, Lindsey McKinney of Huntington, W.VA, and Brittany McKinney, of Ashburn, VA

Graveside services with Military Honors, will be held Tuesday, September 12, 2017, at 1:00 PM, in Cedarwood Cemetery, Roanoke Rapids, NC, with Dr. Dennis W. Gregory, Sr. officiating.

The family request memorial donations be made to: Rainbow Animal Rescue, P. O. Box 972, Roanoke Rapids, NC  27870

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: wrennclarkehagan.com

Arrangements by Wrenn Clarke & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service.

Norville, 55, was named Deputy Secretary in May, with oversight responsibility for Prisons, the Office of Staff Development and Training, Combined Records, Women’s Services, and Correction Enterprises.

“Gwen was a passionate champion for correctional officers and prisons,” Hooks said. “She served the citizens of North Carolina with distinction and honor. She will be deeply missed.”

During her more than 30 years of experience in corrections, Norville’ s influence was felt in nearly every aspect of Prisons management and operations, from implementation of Justice Reinvestment reforms to correctional officer hiring and retention initiatives. She served in numerous positions of leadership prior to being named Deputy Secretary, most recently as Executive Officer for ACJJ.  Earlier leadership positions include Deputy Director of Prisons, Director and Deputy Director of the Office of Staff Development and Training, Correctional District Manager, Operations Manager, and Correctional Training Instructor.

Norville devoted much of her career to training. She was a certified instructor since 1991 and earned numerous specialty instructor certifications during her career. In recent months, she oversaw the implementation of the current correctional officer training program, in which new officers are sent to basic training academy a week after new employee orientation. She was also instrumental in the establishment of the Correctional Officer Physical Abilities Test (COPAT) several years ago.

A Kinston native, Norville firmly believed in the importance of giving back to the community and to her profession. She started the Bertie County High School Public Safety Cadet Program in Windsor, a program designed to inspire students to consider careers in corrections and law enforcement. She led the way in developing and implementing a statewide first-line supervisory and mid-level managers’ training program, and helped open the Confinement in Response to Violation centers in Robeson, Burke and Buncombe counties.

Norville also served as a member of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. She was the co-developer of the R.E.A.C.T. model, a tool used to assist challenged prison facilities. An article appeared in the National Institute of Corrections Guidebook Series in June 2012. 

Norville earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Mount Olive College, and an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Therapeutic Recreation from Carteret Community College. 

“The state of North Carolina lost a diligent and faithful servant with the passing of Deputy Secretary Gwen Norville on Monday,” said Chief Deputy Secretary W. David Guice. “The number of calls and the overwhelming outpouring of support received by the Department in just the first few hours after her passing clearly indicated how loved and well respected she was by her NCDPS colleagues and the community at large. Her contributions to the state of North Carolina will be felt for many years to come, through the initiatives she implemented and the lives of inmates, staff, and community stakeholders she touched.  She surely made a positive difference and blessed our lives with her energy, sense of humor and generosity. We will miss her.” 

Brad was born in Albany, NY, December 18, 1967, to the late Bradford Raymond, Sr. and Jeanne Stevens Dodway. 

He loved hanging out with his family and friends and riding his motorcycle. 

Brad had a big heart and was always helping others. 

Surviving are his sons, Trevor and Zachary “Zack” Dodway; daughters, Brittany and Gabby Dodway and brother, Michael Dodway and wife, Melissa and grandchild, Conor Frazier; 

Also surviving are his niece, Madison Dodway and nephews, Kyle and Sergio Dodway and Robert Richardson.

The family will receive friends Thursday, September 14, 2017, at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service from 6-8 pm. 

The family will also have gathering of friends Friday, September 15, 2017, at the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 3772, 1037 Roanoke Ave., Roanoke Rapids, NC, beginning at 6:00 pm-until.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com 

Lillian, a native of Halifax County, was the daughter of the late John P. and Fannie Johnston Newsom.

She was also preceded in death by her brothers, John P. Newsom, Jr., Lemuel Lee Newsom, Albert Newsom and Sterling Ray Newsom; her niece, Carol Ann Golden and a nephew, Brad Newsom.

She was a member of Quankie Baptist Church.

Lillian is survived by her husband, Robert Brantley Johnson, her sons, Robert Dennis Johnson of Roanoke Rapids and Eric Kim Johnson of Columbus, Miss; her nieces, Gail Sheffer, Ann Cabana and Susan Newsom; nephews, Wayne Newsom, Steve Newsom and Preston Newsom; special friends, Herman and Barbara Massey and Carlton and Hazel Shaw.

Graveside Services will be held Friday at 11 am at Quankie Baptist Church with Dr. Lavelle Waters officiating.

Arrangements are being handled by Askew Funeral and Cremation Services in Roanoke Rapids where online condolences maybe made to the family at www.askewfs.com

Mrs. Kidd was born in Roanoke Rapids, NC the daughter of the late Sydney Whitby and Adele Lee Whitby. Two sisters, Peggy Carlisle and Helen Martin and a brother, Bill Lee also preceded her in death. She was a former employee of       J. P. Stevens and Co. with twenty-five years of service.

Mrs. Kidd is survived by her husband Mack Arthur Kidd; a daughter, Amanda Kidd Warren and her husband Tony of Roanoke Rapids, NC; a son, Stephen B. Kidd and his wife Melanie of Roanoke Rapids, NC; eight grandchildren, Hailey Kidd, Olivia Kidd, Alexis Kidd, Austin Blake Warren, Kaila Rhea Warren, Christopher Byrum, Lauren Byrum and Alani Byrum, all of Roanoke Rapids, NC and seven great grandchildren.

The family received Sunday, September 17, 2017, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM, at Wrenn Clarke & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service, 1015 West 5^th Street, Roanoke Rapids, NC.

Funeral services will be held in the chapel of Wrenn Clarke & Hagan Funeral and Cremation Service, Monday, September 18, 2017, at 2:00 PM, with Rev. Randy Martin, officiating. Interment will follow in Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, 3902 Highway 158 West, Roanoke Rapids, NC.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: wrennclarkehagan.com

Eleanor was born November 19, 1936, in Tarboro, NC, to the late Jesse Lee and Bessie Cooper Price. In addition to her parents, Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Allen Causey. 

Surviving are sons, Terry Allen Causey and wife, Deborah, of Chapel Hill, NC, and Dale Lyn Causey and wife, Koren, of Roanoke Rapids; brother, Irvin “Buck” Price of Tarboro, NC; sister, Bessie Williams of Louisburg, NC, and grandchildren, Joshua Causey and wife, Amanda, Jessica Brooke Causey and Kortni Marcum. Also surviving are her great grandchildren, Avery Causey and Carson Ogburn.

The family will receive friends at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service Tuesday, September 19, 2017, from 7-9 pm. 

Rev. Rick Gaskins will conduct funeral services in the chapel at Hockaday Wednesday, September 20, 2017, at 2:00 with interment to follow in Crestview Memorial Cemetery. 

The family has suggested memorial contributions be sent to Community Home Care & Hospice, 525 Becker Dr., Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com

Velma was 56.

A native of Roanoke Rapids, she was the daughter of the late David Wilson and Priscilla Martin Bounds. Velma was a longtime Inspector for J.P. Stevens textile mills.

Velma is survived by a son, Clint Johnson of Jacksonville Fla., a daughter, Jennifer Sadler of Jacksonville Fla., a brother, Scott Strickland and his wife Ann of Roanoke Rapids, a sister, Ginger Milligan and her husband Larry of Fayetteville, two grandchildren, two nieces and a nephew.

The family will receive at the home of her brother, Scott Strickland, 1202 Ohio St, Roanoke Rapids. 

A private Memorial service will be held on Friday.

Online condolences may be left at wrennclarkehagan.com.

Georgia was born August 14, 1963 to George Warren ReVeal and Margaret Moseley ReVeal. She was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret ReVeal; her brother, Vernon ReVeal; her sisters, Brenda Colston and Sheila Hux.

Georgia loved her family and had many struggles along the way, but is at peace now.

She is survived by her father, George ReVeal of Roanoke Rapids; her daughter, Felicia Clements; her grandchildren, Jacob Tyler Peterson and Haylee Michelle Peterson all of Roanoke Rapids; her sisters, Dale White and her husband Fred of Virginia Beach, VA, Frankie Wright of Roanoke Rapids and Marsha Tegl of Garysburg.

Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, September 23, 2017 at Cedarwood Cemetery with Rev. Chris Howerton officiating.  The family will receive friends from 11:30 – 12:30 P.M. prior to the service at Hockaday Funeral and Cremation Service.

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

Joie was born in Punxsutawney, PA, June 6, 1975, to James Paropacic and Karen Agnello Tanner. In addition to her father, Joie was preceded in death by her brother, Joshua Green.

Surviving are her mother, Karen E. Tanner and husband, William; son, Frankie G. Scott; daughters, Sierra Hall and husband, Steve, September Appleton and Izabella Appleton; boyfriend, James Scott; special friend, James Appleton; brothers, Jeb Green, Job Green and wife, Lacey, sister, Faith Taylor; step sisters, Shannon Golden and Lacey Tanner; grandson, Gabriel Hall; special aunt, Aunt “Lily.” 

Also surviving are her nephews, Evan Green and Noah Green and nieces, Monica Green and Sophia Taylor.

Rev. Wayne Marshall will conduct services at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 2:00 pm. The family will receive friends one hour prior to services beginning at 1:00 pm. 

Online condolences may be sent to  www.hockadayfs.com

Ralph, a native of Boston, MA, was the son of the late Ralph Lester and Stella Howell Tarbox. Ralph served his Country in the United States Air Force retiring as Master Sgt.

Ralph was a member of Rosemary Baptist Church in Roanoke Rapids.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Tarbox, his step sons, Steve Mincher and his wife Robin of Roanoke Rapids, Greg Mincher and his wife, Ester of Rocky Mount and Tony Mincher of Rocky Mount; his sister Carolyn Siegel of Malden, MA; eight step grandchildren and 2 great step grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be held Sunday at 3 P.M. in the Chapel of Askew Funeral and Cremation Services in Roanoke Rapids with Dr. Layne Wallace and Rev. Randy Martin officiating.

Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Rosemary Baptist Church 936 Jackson Street Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.askewfs.com

She was born and raised in Roanoke Rapids, except for a few years in Richmond, Virginia, after marriage.

Carol was the most loving and caring Christian women you could ever hope to meet.

She was a prayer warrior with a strong faith in God.

She took her first steps in church as we grew under the Ministry of our grandmother, Rev. Mollie J. Finch.

She worked hard all of her life until many health issues prevented it.  

She loved singing gospel music with her sister Joyce and Mitzi Cahoon.

She also played keyboard for Morris Cannon and the Virginia Laymen for several years.

Carol was very much loved by the staff and residents at Liberty Commons, who all came to her on a regular basis for prayer or just to talk.

She was known there simply as Hanna or Mama Carol.

She was dearly loved by all the transport people in her life who took her to the doctors and dialysis.

Carol was a member of Liberty Pentecostal Holiness Church and formerly Trinity Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Sr. and Mary Francis Finch, and her daughter, Deborah H. Hale, her grandparents, Hubert and Mollie Finch, and her sister-in-law Ginny Finch.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth E. Hanna of Ashland, Va., her sons, Kenny Hanna and his wife, Rachel of Palm Coast, Florida, and Garry Hanna and his wife Pam of Roanoke Rapids; her faithful son-in-law Ron Hale of Halifax, who stood by and cared for her as his own Mother; grandsons, Justin Hale and his wife Emily of Panama City Beach, Florida and Matthew Hanna of Roanoke Rapids; one great grandson, Adam Hale, son of Justin and Emily; her sister, Joyce Finch Balmer  and her brother, Lloyd Finch, Jr., both of Roanoke Rapids;  nephews, Blayden Finch, Bryan Finch and David Balmer; nieces, Missy Balmer Walthall and Janie Balmer. Her close cousins, Barbara Matthews,  Derenda Clements, Gloria Ellis and Joyce King Wiggins and several others.

Funeral Services will be held Tuesday September 26, 2017 at 11 a.m. in the Chapel of Askew Funereal and Cremation Services in Roanoke Rapids with Rev. Tony Smith and Rev. Ken Arrington officiating.

Interment will follow in Cedarwood Cemetery in Roanoke Rapids.

The Family will receive friends Monday from 7-8:30 p.m. at Askew Funeral and Cremation Services.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.askewfs.com