Amy Jo Gentry Harrison, 64, of Wake Forest, passed away Sunday morning, April 12, 2026, at WakeMed North. Amy was born in Wake County on May 4, 1961, to the late Aaron and Lib Hamilton Gentry. She dedicated more than 30 years of faithful service to CP&L/Duke Progress Energy before her retirement. Amy was a devoted and loving wife who cherished her family and friendships deeply. Known for her strong work ethic and generous spirit, she was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in ...

Connie Dale Williams Harrell, 77, of Wake Forest, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. She was born in Franklin County on February 21, 1949, to the late Jones Edwin “Bud” Williams and Ruby Dale Cone Williams. Connie was a dedicated and hardworking woman who built a long and meaningful career in finance. She earned her Associate’s degree from ECU Business School in 1969 and went on to work alongside John Gorely for over 30 years. In addition, ...

Edward Joseph Fedorowicz of Wake Forest, North Carolina, age 75, calmly passed away on April 8th, 2026 at Transitions LifeCare. Ed was born on December 20, 1950, in Braddock, Pennsylvania, to the late Joseph and Marylou McCune Fedorowicz. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. In 1973, he married the love of his life, Darlene, and together they built a life centered on family. In 1986, they made their home in Wake Forest, North ...

Ted Richard Haddock, 40, of Franklinton, passed away April 5, 2026. Ted was born in Fontana, California, and spent his early years on the West Coast before eventually making his way east, with a stop in Utah, and later settling in North Carolina with his family. Ted was a man’s man, but more importantly, he was a devoted family man. He found his greatest joy in his children, whether playing sports with them or simply sharing in whatever made them happy. They were truly his pride and ...

Donna Rozelle Boles Lanning, age 86 of La Grange, NC, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, at her son's home in Youngsville, North Carolina. Born on October 12, 1939, in Uhrichsville, Ohio, Donna lived a life marked by deep faith, loving service, and a genuine connection with all who knew her. Donna was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Glen Lanning; her parents, Donald Richard Boles and Anna Andreatta Boles; and 3 great-grandchildren who died before ...

Rev. Troy Allen Tatum, 51, of Raleigh, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2026, at his home after a courageous battle with ALS. Born in Clarke County, Georgia, Troy was raised in Atlanta, where he developed a deep and abiding faith that would guide his life and ministry. He attended Georgia State University, earning his bachelor’s degree, and went on to receive his Master of Divinity from Emory University. While in school, Troy began living out his calling through mission work, ...

Stephen “Steve” Riley Gattis, 76, of Wake Forest, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, November 23, 2025 at Perry Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center. Steve was born on August 16, 1949 in Durham County to the late Claude & Hazel Riley Gattis. After attending Southwood Junior College for two years, he began his career as the desk manager at the Holiday Inn in Durham, NC. He later became the training manager at Burlington Mills Industries in Durham, where he worked ...

Larry Eugene Allison, 77, of Wake Forest, passed away Monday morning, March 9, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Alamance County on January 12, 1949 to the late Alton & Thelma Allison Larry had a love for making and repairing things from a young age. That passion grew into a lifelong career as a mechanic and machinist. Over the years, he built a successful automotive repair business with multiple locations in the Alamance County area. Known throughout ...

Lloyd Richard Cayes, 91, of Wake Forest, passed away Saturday evening, February 21, 2026, at his home. Born in Plymouth, New Hampshire, on January 5, 1935, he was the son of the late Malcolm Cayes and Marion Downing Cayes. Lloyd was a proud graduate of the University of New Hampshire, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.  He embarked on a distinguished career as a civil engineer with the Federal Highway Administration, spanning more than 30 years. ...

Brandon Andrew Casson, 58, of Wake Forest, passed away Saturday afternoon, February 21, 2026, at WakeMed North Hospital. Born in Easton, Maryland on May 18, 1967, Brandon grew up surrounded by family and the values of hard work and dedication. For 25 years, he served as a sales manager with Southern Lithoplate, a family business in which he was raised and deeply invested. His time there reflected not only his strong work ethic but also his commitment to family and the relationships he ...