Obituaries

Judy C. Norwood

Judy C. Norwood

Oct 7, 2024

Judy Crutchfield Norwood, age 83, died on October 7, 2024. She was the daughter of the late William Arch Crutchfield and Annie Louis Harris Crutchfield. She was born in Granville County on March 31, 1941. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Otho Norwood and her sister, Ruth.

She is survived by her son, Marty (Patty); grandsons,...

Eunice M. Wilkins

Eunice M. Wilkins

Oct 6, 2024

Eunice Mangum Wilkins, was welcomed into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and was reunited with family and friends following years of declining health on October 6, 2024 at Duke Regional Hospital. The daughter of the late S. Tommie and Grace Pruitt Mangum, she was a dedicated mother, grandmother, GG, aunt, and friend.

 Eunice graduated from Berea High...

Alvah Rose Talley

Alvah Rose Talley

Oct 2, 2024

Alvah Rose Talley, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on October 2, 2024, in Granville County, the place of both his birth and final days. He was born on August 17, 1934, to Charlie Emory Talley and Rosa Bell Pulliam Talley. Alvah's life was a testament to his hard working ethic and honest values he carried throughout his journey.

A...

Thomas Burton Matthews

Thomas Burton Matthews

Sep 25, 2024

Thomas Burton Matthews, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away on September 25, 2024 in Granville County, North Carolina, at the age of 94. He was born on June 14, 1930, in Harnett County, North Carolina, to Matthew Tyson Matthews and Florine Connor Matthews.

A veteran of the United States Air Force, Thomas honored his country with dedicated military...

Judith Currin Tingen

Judith Currin Tingen

Sep 24, 2024

Judith Kathryn Currin Tingen went to be with her Lord and Savior on September 24, 2024. Born at Rex hospital to the late George and Madge Lockey Currin, she lived the rest of her 81 years in Granville County. She married W.H. Tingen, Jr on February 18, 1973. 

Judy and W.H. ran Currin-Tingen Jewelers for many years here in Oxford, NC....

Maria Guadalupe Mendez Ruiz

Maria Guadalupe Mendez Ruiz

Sep 19, 2024

Maria Guadalupe Mendez Ruiz, a beacon of joy and love, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on September 19, 2024. She was born on October 4, 1971, in Yuriria, Mexico, and her journey through life brought her to Oxford, North Carolina, where her spirit brightly illuminated the lives of all who knew her.

Maria was more than just...

Helen B. Hite

Helen B. Hite

Sep 11, 2024

Mrs. Helen Elizabeth Blanks Hite, age 90, of Oxford, NC, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. She was the daughter of Annie Belle Pettigrew (dec.) and George Vincent Blanks (dec.), and began her full life in Buffalo Junction/Lithia Springs area of Mecklenburg County on July 27, 1934. Helen was the wife of the late William “Billy” Carroll Hite for...

Michael H. Brooks

Michael H. Brooks

Sep 8, 2024

Michael H. Brooks, born on August 17, 1959, in Granville County, NC, embarked on his final journey on September 8, 2024, within the familiar embrace of the same beloved Berea community that saw him grow. As a man marked by kindness and integrity, Mike devoted his life not only to his career as a Plant Manager but also to being...

Rosa Lawrence Overton

Rosa Lawrence Overton

Sep 3, 2024

Rosa Lee Lawrence Overton, 89, of Oxford, NC passed away peacefully on September 3, 2024. Born March 5, 1935, in Granville County, NC, she was the daughter of Graham Thomas Lawrence and Roan Averette Lawrence.

On December 27, 1958, Rosa married James Currin Overton, Sr. Rosa is survived by her sons, James Currin Overton, Jr. (Jean) and Benny Overton (Vivian); daughter,...

Michael Brandenburg

Michael Brandenburg

Sep 2, 2024

Michael Brandenburg, affectionately known as "Flounderman," passed away suddenly on September 2, 2024 in New Hanover County, North Carolina. He was born on August 10, 1965, in Fairfax County, Virginia, and spent his life creating cherished memories and stories.  He worked within the food service industry at Murdoch Facility in Butner, NC until he became unable to.

Michael had a profound...

Brenda Huff Young

Brenda Huff Young

Aug 27, 2024

Brenda Huff Young, age 77 of Roxboro, North Carolina, passed away on August 27, 2024, in Durham County, North Carolina. She entered this world on June 21, 1947, in Granville County, North Carolina, where her spirit began to blossom, touching the lives of many around her.

Brenda carved out a meaningful career as an Inspector with Northern Telecom in the phone...

Jerry Donald Champion

Jerry Donald Champion

Aug 24, 2024

Jerry Donald Champion, age, 86, of Oxford, NC, passed away on August 24, 2024 in Vance County. Born on June 17, 1938, in Granville County, Jerry was a man whose life journey took him across the globe. His professional path as an electronic technician in the shipyards allowed him to work on submarines and large ships, contributing his expertise to...

Mary Elizabeth Currin

Mary Elizabeth Currin

Aug 18, 2024

Mary Elizabeth “Libby” Peele Currin, 91, of Oxford, NC passed away peacefully at her home on August 18, 2024, surrounded by her three loving children. Born on September 6, 1932, in South Boston, VA, she was the daughter of Mack Roy Peele Sr. and Mary Pauline Cuthrell Peele.

Libby was a 1953 graduate of Rex Hospital School of Nursing. After graduation,...

Eunice Capps May

Eunice Capps May

Aug 17, 2024

Eunice Capps May, 91, passed away peacefully at her home in Oxford, NC, on August 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in the Watkins Community of Vance County to J. Gilbert Capps and Frances Wrenn Capps, Eunice lived a life full of love and dedication. At the age of 16, she married Robert Lee May (Bob), and they celebrated...

Carolyn Rose Stallings

Carolyn Rose Stallings

Aug 13, 2024

On August 13, 2024, Carolyn Lamb Stallings of Oxford peacefully passed away at the age 85, answering the divine call to reunite with our Father in heaven. Born to the late James Bratty Lamb and Dula Todd Lamb in the serene lands of Robeson County, NC, Carolyn's earthly journey was one of grace and kindness.

She now joins her beloved husband,...

John Sanford Stover

John Sanford Stover

Aug 8, 2024

John Sanford Stover, 74, passed away on August 8, 2024, in Oxford, North Carolina. He was born on October 20, 1949, in Beckley, West Virginia, to the late Ira Filmore Stover, Sr. and Frances Naomi Newberry.

John married his wife, Beth Kilmon, on April 12, 1969, at Fredericksburg Baptist Church in Virginia. He worked as a construction worker and truck driver,...

Edwin Donald Shotwell

Edwin Donald Shotwell

Aug 4, 2024

Edwin Donald Shotwell, affectionately known as Donald to his loved ones, departed peacefully in his home on Sunday, August 4, 2024. He graced this world on October 22, 1933, in Granville County, born to the late Willie Flournoy Shotwell and Annie Belle Glasscock Shotwell.

Dedicated to the land as a lifelong farmer, our dear Daddy cherished the value of hard work....

Miriam Kuhn MacDowell

Miriam Kuhn MacDowell

Jul 17, 2024

Miriam Frances Kuhn MacDowell, a resident of Oxford for 54 years, passed away on July 17, 2024. Born in Jacksonville, Florida, November 1, 1926, to William Conrad Kuhn and Ethel Ace Kuhn, Miriam graduated from Andrew Jackson High School in Jacksonville. She attended Wesleyan Conservatory of Music in Macon, Georgia and Queens College in Charlotte, North Carolina. Her sisters were:...

Eugene Michael Biggs

Eugene Michael Biggs

Jun 30, 2024

Eugene Michael Biggs, known affectionately as Mike Biggs, passed away on June 30, 2024 in Durham, NC. He was a dedicated electrician for UNC Hospital Systems, where he served with diligence and skill. Mike, born on July 26, 1949, in Durham, NC, to his late parents. William James Biggs, II and Novella Johnson Biggs was a man of quiet strength...

Jeannine Hunt Radford

Jeannine Hunt Radford

Jun 29, 2024

Jeannine Hunt Radford, age 91, passed away on June 29, 2024, at Universal Health Care. She was born in Warren County on November 2, 1932, to the late John H. Hunt and Annie Lois Harris.

Throughout her life, Jeannine was known for her simplicity and selflessness. Her dedication led her to graduate high school and earn a 2-year technical degree. She...

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