Lori Ann Sparrow
May 6, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Lori Sparrow, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, on May 6, 2026. Her loss leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Lori was born in Covington, Kentucky in 1958 to Jeanne and Donald Schulte. In 1964, her family moved to Chapel Hill,...
Kenneth "Ken" Crawford Traynham
May 7, 2026
Kenneth Crawford Traynham, known to those who loved him as Ken, or Kenny in his youth, passed away on May 7, 2026, at Duke Family Pavillion after a period of declining health.
Ken was born on October 12, 1945 in Charlotte, North Carolina. From an early age, he showed a sharp mind and a quiet determination that would define his life....
Jeanne Thompson Holmes
May 9, 2026
Jeanne Thompson Holmes, a dedicated medical technologist and remarkable endurance athlete, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026 , in Durham, North Carolina. Born Dorris Jeanne Thompson on January 1, 1954, in Greensboro, North Carolina, Jeanne lived a life marked by quiet determination, humility, and an unwavering commitment to helping others.
Jeanne’s career choice was deeply rooted in her altruistic...
John Bernard Swanekamp
Apr 29, 2026
John Bernard Swanekamp, 97, of Chapel Hill, NC, and formerly of Sunset Beach, NC, and Allentown, NJ, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, April 29, 2026.
Bernie was born in Baltimore, MD on July 8, 1928 to Frederick Swanekamp and Edith Mainhart Swanekamp. He grew up in Cranford, NJ, and met his wife, Patricia Johnson, at Cranford High School, where they graduated...
Catherine McLeod Reynolds
Apr 22, 2026
Catherine “Cathy” McLeod Reynolds passed away peacefully in her home after a long and tenacious fight with a variety of health issues. Born and raised in Somerset, Kentucky to the late Dr. Robert and Cornelia “Dutch” McLeod, she attended Centre College and graduated from the University of Kentucky (with a second degree in math to come later from Mary Washington...
Timothy Vincent Murray
Apr 20, 2026
Timothy Vincent Murray passed away on April 20, 2026 in Raleigh, NC after a long battle with cancer. Tim was born in Washington, DC on November 02, 1954 and was raised in University Park, MD.
He is survived by his siblings Molly Murray, Daniel Murray (wife Mary Murray, children Keenan, Liam, and Maggie), Patrick Murray (wife Sarah Murray, children Kate and...
Kelly George Weems, Jr.
Apr 19, 2026
Kelly George Weems, Jr, passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on April 19, 2026. Kelly was born on May 13, 1939, in Biloxi, MS to Ella Mae and Kelly George, Sr. He grew up in Biloxi and attended Ole Miss, after which he enrolled in the Army and served as an officer for 20 years, retiring as a...
Toni Patricia Robinson
Apr 18, 2026
Toni Patricia Robinson was born on August 13, 1952 in Baltimore City to parents Gloria Madeline Johnson and Charles Augustus Johnson. Toni grew up one of four siblings (two brothers and one sister) on Federal Street in East Baltimore. As an adult, she gained a younger godsister.
She received her early education at St. Katherine’s, a Catholic elementary school in Baltimore...
Michael John Stanley
Apr 18, 2026
Michael “Mike” John Stanley Sr., age 63 of Hillsborough, North Carolina, passed away on April 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
A family memorial gathering will be held at a later date to honor Mike with stories, memories, and toasts.
Mike was born on January, 9, 1963, to Marjorie Keefe Stanley and James Stanley in Binghamton, New York. He earned his...
Jesse Lamar White, Jr.
Apr 17, 2026
Dr. Jesse Lamar White, Jr. of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home in The Cedars community on April 17, 2026, surrounded by friends and loving caregivers. Jesse was born in Jackson, Mississippi, in July 1944 and was a summa cum laude graduate of the University of Mississippi. He was the first Mississippian to receive a Marshall...