All Obituaries

Mr. Aquilino Soto-Leyva, age 84, has transitioned into eternal rest on April 3, 2024. 

Nancy Belinda Lentz, age 66 of Chapel Hill, NC departed her life Monday April 1, 2024 at Signature Health nursing home. Nancy was born to the late Emma Walden of Siler City, NC. Nancy went to Chatham County Schools.  She was a joy to be around, kind, very giving, and always clowning.   She was preceded in death by her brother in law Michael Neal. Nancy leaves to cherish her sweet memories; two sisters, Emma Jean Neal, Stephanie McSwain(Barry) of Siler City, NC, and a host of...

Margie Marie Foushee was born to the late Claude and Vera Foushee on December 22, 1948 in Chatham County. She departed this earthly life on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at her home in Siler City. Margie received her education from the Chatham county School System after which she headed to Washington, DC working at the DC Printing Company while earning her Bachler Degree at Maryland University. After 15 years, she started a new job with AT&T then transferring to North Carolina. She later...

Kiana Shalese Craven was born to Thomas Kittrell Craven and Dana Brooks on May 14, 1992 at UNC Chapel Hill. She was the middle child of four siblings, have been the only girl. She was a ray of sunshine, bringing forth many smiles and many memories to those who had the pleasure of knowing her. She enjoyed cooking, music and spending time with her family and friends. She was the mother of three precious baby girls; Layla, Hayden and Bayleigh Craven. They were the light of her life and...

Massiah Smith was born December 29, 2007 and transitioned to eternal rest on February 29, 2024. Massiah loved school, and was a sophomore at Chatham Central School and Virtual Academy. She was a happy child that loved church and her friend. She had the opportunity to travel to Paris, Amsterdam, and several other places. She was preceded in death by her grandad, Charlie Lee Smith; and one uncle, Christopher McSwain. Massiah leaves to cherish her memories mother Felicia Smith (Wade) of...

Mrs. Betty Marie Burnette Paschal daughter of the late Harry and Lillie Edna Burnette was born on January 29, 1924 in Chatham County. She departed this earthly life on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at her home.  Betty Marie received her education in the Chatham County Schools. On December 8, 1945, she was united in holy matrimony to Richard D. Paschal, Sr and to this union seven children were born. She was a retiree of Burlington Industries and a member of Gees Grove A.M.E. Zion Church....

Mr. Barry Keith Alston "Rabbitt" was the sone of the late Richard L. Alston Sr. and Betty M. Alston was born on January 6, 1964 in Chapel Hill, NC.  Barry transitioned his life on earth for eternal peace and rest on Friday February 24, 2024 in Chapel Hill, NC.  Barry attended Chatham County Schools in Siler City, NC. Barry was a hard worker in various positions until his health began to decline. Barry was very outgoing, funny and loved to put a smile on other's...

Mr. John Edward Marsh was born on November 20, 1945, in Bear Creek, NC, the son of the late Clarence and Pauline Marsh, and departed this life on February 7, 2024. John graduated from J.S. Waters High School. He went to work for Gold Kist Farms where he retired with over 25 years of dedi- cated service. John was a devoted member of First Missionary Baptist Church. He was an avid Washington Redskins fan and always enjoyed watching football. There was nothing more he enjoyed in life than...

Mr. Gonzalo Pineda, 42, has transitioned into eternal rest on February 5, 2024.

Carla Demetria Johnson Turner or also known as Mrs. Turner, Mrs. Carla, or even CaCa like some of the kids she took care of called her. She was put on this earth on January 30, 1975 as the ninth and final child to Edna Johnson and the late Pearl Johnson, and was gifted her heavenly wings on February 5, 2024. Carla attended school in Chatham County. Jordan Matthews High until 1993 and later attended Central Carolina Community Collage (CCCC) and graduated with a degree in Medical Billing and...