Robert Charles Uhlig, 76, of Raleigh, passed away Thursday morning, September 14, 2017 at the William M. Dunlap Center for Caring due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis. He was born in Irwin, Pennsylvania to the late Charles Edmund Uhlig and Mary Helen Waltz Uhlig. Mr. Uhlig was a veteran of the United States Army and retired in 1997 from Kennametal, Inc., Latrobe, Pennsylvania. He was an avid Pittsburg Steelers Fan, a history buff and loved anything outdoors. When...

Mary Wilson Carter, 78, of Wake Forest, passed away September 6, 2017, surrounded by her family. She was born in Wake County to the late Berlin Taylor “B.T.” Wilson & Clara Pearce Wilson. Mrs. Carter was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was an avid Belk shopper, having spent a lot of time there she was part of their family. She will be greatly missed not only by her family but everyone she called a friend. ...

Lauren Ashley Nicole Hugelmaier, 29, of Raleigh, passed away Friday, September 1, 2017. She was born on June 9, 1988, in Los Angeles County, CA. Lauren was an active member of Hope Lutheran Church where she loved working with the Children’s and Youth Ministries. She was a 2007 graduate of Swain County High School and later graduated from Appalachian State University. Lauren could always be heard saying that her...

Bruce Waylon Hunter, 33, of Oxford, passed away August 31, 2017. He was born in Vance County to the late Bobby Hunter and Linda Stainback Hunter.  Bruce was a Veteran of the United States Army and was very proud of his service to his country. He was a gifted artist and also had a love for skate boarding and physical fitness. Bruce was quiet and reserved but had a great sense of humor with an infectious laugh that would make everyone smile and laugh with him. He will be greatly missed...

  Annalisa Christine Schulze, 19, of Wake Forest, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2017. She was born on July 3, 1998, in Wake County. Annalisa was a member of Wake Forest Presbyterian Church where she participated in the youth group, mission trips, and liturgical dance. After graduating Wakefield High School in 2016 she enrolled at East Carolina University where she was a rising sophomore. She was a highly gifted individual who excelled in anything she wanted to...

  John Roger Barnes, 49, of Raleigh, passed away Saturday, July 29, 2017 at his home. John Barnes enlisted into the Marine Corps in 1987, where he would spend the next 13 years. It was there that John excelled and grew. His professional resume of accomplishments and recognition are both numerous and impressive, and as a wartime veteran John amassed significant awards and commendations for his efforts. John built on his momentum of success, establishing for himself...

  Betty Perry Horton, 75, of Louisburg, passed away July 18, 2017 at the William M. Dunlap Center for Caring. She was born in Wake County to the late James H. Perry and Euna Morris Perry Newton. Mrs. Horton retired from Westinghouse/ABB/Elster after 37 years of service where she manufactured electrical meters, oversaw the repairs process and final meter testing. She enjoyed bluegrass music however cooking was her passion and often help lift people’s spirits...

  Jeffrey Leonard Hoffman, 50, of Wake Forest, passed away Sunday,  June 18, 2017. Jeff was born in Duplin County, NC and grew up in the Lincolnton, NC area. Jeff was the youngest son of Thomas Marshall Hoffman and Betty Harris Hoffman (Turner) who both preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by an older brother, Thomas Marshall Hoffman, Jr. (aka Tommy or “Butch”). He is survived by two sisters, Pamela Hoffman Springston, of Washington, NC, and...

Ester Redd Yates, age 75, of Wake Forest, passed away June 16, 2017, surrounded by her family. She was born in Mecklenburg County, VA to the late Hurley Ben Redd and Mattie Bagley Redd. She loved her family especially her husband, children and she always gave a little extra love to her grandkids. Family meant a lot and she could often be found in the kitchen cooking meals or taking lots of photos of them. Mrs. Yates was a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church and will be greatly missed...

Roy Gene “BooBoo” Carpenter, 50, of Youngsville, passed away Monday, June 12, 2017 at his home. Mr. Carpenter was born in Wake County to the late Sam Carpenter and Ronnie Mae Hailey Carpenter and was the owner/operator of RC Roofing & Repair Contractor. A funeral service was held at 1 o’clock, Thursday, June 15, 2017 at New Life Church, 6900 Zebulon Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587. Burial followed in the Wake Forest Cemetery.Mr. Carpenter is...