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Hazel Louise Robbins PateHazel Robbins Pate, 85, of Lucama passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. She was born in Farmvi...
06/22/2026

Hazel Louise Robbins Pate

Hazel Robbins Pate, 85, of Lucama passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. She was born in Farmville, North Carolina and was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, one granddaughter, and her beloved cat.

Hazel is survived by her daughter, Wanda Wooten (Paul), son, Bryan Whitley, five grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

She was known by her many friends for her love of the beach and fishing. Hazel was especially well-known at Bogue Inlet Pier of Emerald Isle, where she could often be found casting a line or reeling in a catch. She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends and was known for her chicken pastry and love of eating seafood.

Hazel spent many years as a dedicated employee of Wal-Mart where she was recognized for her personality and generosity to others. Her early career was devoted to her work as a Cosmetologist and as a CNA.

The family will receive friends Friday morning, June 26, 2026, from 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. prior to funeral services at 11:00 a.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson. Interment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park in Wilson.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.

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Jeanine Lou Crone DentonJeanine Crone Denton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on J...
06/19/2026

Jeanine Lou Crone Denton

Jeanine Crone Denton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, at the age of 86.

Born on June 8, 1940, in Ogden, Kansas, Jeanine was the daughter of Alice Sanchez. Throughout her life, she was known for her loving heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering devotion to her family.

Jeanine found joy in crocheting, traveling, and cheering on her beloved Kansas City Royals. She especially cherished spending time with her husband, Kenneth, putting puzzles together and sharing the simple moments that made life special. Nothing brought her greater happiness than being surrounded by her family, creating memories that will be treasured for generations.

Jeanine worked for many years as an administrative assistant with Nash County Public Schools. She loved her time in the schools, enjoyed working with children, and formed many lasting friendships with colleagues along the way.

One of Jeanine's fondest experiences was her time working at Walt Disney World, where she enjoyed being part of the magic and happiness that Disney brought to countless families. She also had a special love for Christmas, delighting in the traditions, decorations, and gatherings that made the season so meaningful.

Jeanine will be remembered for her kindness, warmth, and the love she generously shared with everyone around her. Her legacy lives on in the family she cherished and the many lives she touched.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Kenneth Denton; her children, Kenneth Denton (Joan), Doug Denton (Gydelle), John Denton (Ashley), Gail Denton, and Jennifer Denton; her grandchildren, Rachael Denton (Zach), Christopher Denton, Emily Denton, Allie Denton, Leah Fricke and Allison Fricke; her great-grandchildren, Amelia Rogers, Alexiyah Denton, Elijah Denton and Aaliyah Denton; as well as extended family members and dear friends who will miss her deeply.

Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation at Joyner Funeral Home in Wilson, NC on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

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Mildred Magdalene Whitley BrantleyMildred Magdalene Brantley, 92, of Lucama passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026. Funeral...
06/19/2026

Mildred Magdalene Whitley Brantley

Mildred Magdalene Brantley, 92, of Lucama passed away Thursday, June 18, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Wilson. Rev. Donnie Baker will officiate.

The family will receive friends Monday evening, June 22, 2026 from 6 – 8 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.

Mildred is survived by her children, Susan Lamm and husband, Tommy, Diane Smith, Donnie Baker and wife, Faye, Randy Baker, Sherry Berger and husband, Rudy, and Vicki Cade and husband, Junebug; grandchildren, Melissa Talarico, Michelle Glover, Paul Smith, Timmy Smith, John P. Smith, Amanda Blackmer, Randall Baker, Christy Baker, Dawn Bailey, Wayne Cade, and Ken Hailey; great-grandchildren, Devin Jackson, Falon Jackson, Skylar Talarico, Kaleigh Smith, Tyler Whitley, Kristen Lewis, Taylor Lewis, Kalyn Bailey, Kenleigh Hailey, Jordan Bailey, Dylan Cade, Blayden Cade, Dylan Holloman, Brittany Marlowe, Caitlin Batchelor, Austin Baker, Taylor Baker, Adrianna Blackmer, Makayla Baker, and Daniel Blackmer; great-great-grandchildren, Jasper Smith, Keira Jackson, Kinsley Jackson, Bree Jackson, Greyson Lewis, Jackson Holloman, and Charlie Holloman, and her brother, Donald Whitley.

She was preceded in death by her grandson, Jimmy Lamm; parents, Charlie and Rosa Whitley, and her siblings, Rosa Whitley, Archie Whitley, Clara Davis, Charlie Whitley, and Elsie Pittman.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.

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Melanie Leigh Odom BashoreMelanie Leigh Odom Bashore, 71, of Wilson passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026. A celebration ...
06/17/2026

Melanie Leigh Odom Bashore

Melanie Leigh Odom Bashore, 71, of Wilson passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026. A celebration of Life will be held Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 2 – 4 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.

Melanie loved her career as a social worker with Wilson Medical Center. She found joy at the beach, and working outside. Melanie loved her grandson and children with all of her heart and they will miss her greatly.

Melanie is survived by her daughter, Kristen Bashore; son, Brian Bashore; grandson, Carson Bashore, and her sister, Karen Odom.

She was preceded in death by her twin sons, Joseph and Jason Block and her parents, David and Elizabeth Odom.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.

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Charlotte Jean Mercer BissetteCharlotte Jean Mercer Bissette, 88, of Elm City passed away Monday, June 15, 2026. Funeral...
06/16/2026

Charlotte Jean Mercer Bissette

Charlotte Jean Mercer Bissette, 88, of Elm City passed away Monday, June 15, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson.

The family will receive friends Thursday evening following the service at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson and other times at the home place.

Jean spent her life working the land she loved, pouring her strength, faith, and heart into her family farm, Zackly Rite Farm, that has shaped generations. She was a woman of honor, pride, gumption and grit. Her heart belonged to the farm, family and to the simple joys of a life she built with hard work and devotion. Jean loved being at her office, visiting with other farmers, neighbors and vendors. To many she will be remembered for the love she baked into every kitchen memory. Her Carrot Cake and famous Hershey Bar Cake along with BBQ chicken, made with hands that worked tirelessly and a heart that gave endlessly. No cake will ever taste quite the same again with her dab of this and dab of that ingredients. Jean’s life was not measured by miles traveled, but by the lives she touched, the sacrifices she made every single day, her love was shown through her actions.

Jean is survived by her sons, Zack Royce Bissette, Jr. of Wilson and Christopher Jason Bissette and Tracy of Elm City; daughters, Melody Bissette Allegood and husband, Jordan of Wilson, Melissa Bissette Batts of Elm City, and Karen Bissette Reaves and husband, Glenn of Elm City; grandchildren, Victoria Bissette Mercer and husband, Chad of Wilson, Brooke Bissette Edmundson and husband, James of Tarboro, Martha-Anne Nichole Bissette, Charlotte Blair Bissette, and Avery Elizabeth Bissette all of Elm City, Joseph Allegood, III and wife, Ashley of Wilson, Alex Walker Allegood Yakupkovic and husband, John of Wilson, Connor Bissette Allegood of Raleigh, Sydney Caroline Reaves of Charlotte, Kendall Reaves Schild and husband, Logan of Charlotte, and Zack Tyson Reaves of Elm City; great-grandchildren, Georgia Royce Yakupkovic, Charlotte Walker Yakupkovic, John Stephen Yakupkovic, Wells Connor Allegood, and Henry Joseph Allegood; sisters, Jennie Mercer Lamm and Susan Mercer; brother-in-law, Billy S. Bissette; her sisters-in-law, Connie Bissette Lyon and husband, Fleming and Helen Bissette; numerous nieces and nephews, special family friend, John Cayton and her beloved “DAWG”.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Zack Royce Bissette; parents, Robie and Ressie Mercer; her siblings, Carrie Peacock, Jerry Mercer, Ray Mercer, and Larry Mercer; brothers and sisters-in-law, Dennis Peacock, Ronnie Bissette, and Geral Bissette, Vanice Coleman Mercer, and Esther Coleman Bissette and her son-in-law, William “Billy” Batts.

The family would like to express sincere thank you to UNC Rex Oncology/Hematology Center in Garner and a special thank you to Gentiva Hospice and to all the wonderful, loving and compassionate caregivers, Rhonda Johnson, Johnna Peacock Medlin, and Sonya Stone.

In lieu of flowers, consider memorials to Silver Lake Fire Department, 5215 Hornes Church Road, Wilson, North Carolina 27896.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.

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Danny Ray CrockerDanny Ray Crocker, 55, of Wilson passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026. The family will receive friends Sat...
06/16/2026

Danny Ray Crocker

Danny Ray Crocker, 55, of Wilson passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026. The family will receive friends Saturday morning, June 27, 2026, from 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. with a memorial service to follow at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.

Danny took pride in his work as a carpenter for over twenty-five years. He enjoyed riding horses, hunting or just being outside. Danny loved his family and friends with his whole heart and he will be greatly missed and thought of often with wonderful memories that will make you smile.

Danny is survived by his devoted and loving wife of thirty-five years, Ginger Ann Crocker; daughter, Holly “Sweet Pea” Ann Crocker; son, Cody Ray Crocker; grandchildren, Laila, Nathan, Hannah, and Raylee Crocker; mother, Barbara Crocker Sauls and step-father, James; father, Jimmy Crocker and step-mother, Brenda, brothers, Jody Lee Crocker and Dennis Earl Crocker; step brothers, Dennis and Keith Meacomes.

Danny is preceded in death by his step brother Doug Meacomes.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.

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Jessica Wharton
06/15/2026

Jessica Wharton

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Jean "Jeno" Joseph CossetteJean “Jeno” Joseph Cossette, 68, of Wilson passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026. Funeral servi...
06/15/2026

Jean "Jeno" Joseph Cossette

Jean “Jeno” Joseph Cossette, 68, of Wilson passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 11a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Joyner’s Funeral Home, Wilson. Interment will follow in Maplewood Cemetery, Wilson. Tony Anders will officiate.

The family will receive friends Thursday morning, June 18, 2026, from 10 – 10:45 a.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.

Jeno loved fishing and boating, playing cards and riding his Indian Motorcycle. He was a general superintendent at Balfour Construction for over ten years. Jeno was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.

Jeno is survived by his wife of twenty-six years, Grace Cossette; daughter, Jessica Cossette (Alex); son, Jeno Cossette; grandsons, Rocky Lanier, Jude Lanier, Levi Lanier, and Cyrus Lanier; granddaughter, Violet Scott; sisters, Paula Allen (Ralph), Christine Cossette-Metzgar, Carole Dick and Theresa Salvas and his brothers, Christopher Cossette (David Lewis) and Eddie Ewell (Amy Lancaster).

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Mary Garrette; granddaughter, Cassidy Dove and his father, John G. Cossette and his mother, Marlene Ewell.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.

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Louis Ray Whitman, Jr.Louis Ray Whitman, Jr., 60 of Lucama passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026. A graveside service will...
06/12/2026

Louis Ray Whitman, Jr.

Louis Ray Whitman, Jr., 60 of Lucama passed away Thursday, June 11, 2026. A graveside service will be held at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in the Whitman Family Cemetery, Lucama. Rev. Jasper Kent will officiate.

The family will receive friends Monday evening, June 15, 2026, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Joyner’s Funeral Home, 4100 Raleigh Road Parkway, Wilson.

Louis was known as the Mopar Man. He loved drag racing, cars, and riding four wheelers. His dogs were constant companions and he loved them dearly.

Louis is survived by his loving wife of sixteen years, Susan Taylor Whitman; sons, Michael Whitman and wife, Kelly, and Austin Carter and wife, Elissa; grandson, Emmit; granddaughters, Elizabeth, Emryn, and Brynnleigh; mother, Christine Ferrell Whitman; sister, Tammy Aycocke; his in-laws, Cathy and Danny Carter and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Louis Ray Whitman, Sr.; grandmother, Mavis Irene Mason; grandfather, Arthur Ferrell and his fur babies, Buttons, Zena, and Buster.

In lieu of flowers, consider memorials in Louis’ memory to Joyner’s Funeral Home, PO Box 425, Wilson, North Carolina 27894 to help with the end of Life Expenses.

Condolences directed to Joyner’s Funeral Home and Crematory at www.joyners.net.

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