Robert Edward Maurer
Oct 31, 2026
Robert “Bob” Maurer, 94, passed away peacefully in Pittsboro, NC on October 31, 2026. Bob will be remembered for his dedication to family, commitment to learning, and overcoming challenges through a strong work ethic. He was grateful for his family, mentors, friends, and caretakers that helped him navigate life and live it fully.
Bob was born on August 16, 1932, in...
Peter Anthony Vallario
Oct 27, 2026
Peter Anthony Vallario Jr. passed away on October 27, 2026 at the age of 69, surrounded by his family. He was born on September 5, 1957 to Peter Anthony Vallario Sr. and Dreama (Bowman) Vallario in Aberdeen, MD. He leaves behind a wife and two children.
Peter grew up in Rockaway, NJ with his parents and three siblings, of which he...
Trevor Harlan Gray
Oct 24, 2026
Trevor Gray lived a life dedicated to helping those around him, because he believed that every person deserved to be shown the love of God. He was a loving husband, son, brother, and friend. His fun-loving spirit enabled him to bring joy through laughter when it was most needed. He could change the mood in a room with a single...
Marianne Geralyn Setter
Oct 24, 2026
It is with sadness in our hearts that we share the passing of our beloved Marianne Setter on October 24th, 2026, in Durham North Carolina, surrounded by loved ones. With family being the center of her life, she brought everyone together and showed up when others were in a time of need. She was loving, caring, and had a curiosity...
Melvin Smith
Oct 24, 2026
A Life of Service, Strength, Faith, and Love
Melvin Smith was born on September 20, 1953, in Laurinburg, North Carolina, to Willie Simpson Smith, Sr. and Annie Mae Johnson Smith.
Raised in a close-knit family, he developed values of faith, discipline, hard work, and personal responsibility that remained with him throughout his life.
Melvin was educated in the Laurinburg school system before attending...
Gregory Bruce Young
Oct 19, 2026
Gregory Bruce Young was better known to his friends as Greg. A quiet man with a great presence. Starting out life on a farm in the Ozarks of southwest Missouri taught him self reliance and how to fix almost anything. His parents Jim and Mary instilled in him the values of loyalty, honor, and family. Greg and his older brother...
Alexander Martin Lane Jr.
Oct 11, 2026
Alexander "Al" Lane Jr., 74, of Carolina Shores, North Carolina went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 11th. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alexander Lane and Billie Lane. He is survived by his wife, Joanie "Jeb" Lane of almost 23 years. Al was the love of her life and her Best Friend. He...
Phyllis L Mastrocola
Oct 8, 2026
Phyllis L. Mastrocola, lovingly known as Mimi and Aunt Philly, passed away on October 8, 2026, in Pittsboro, North Carolina, at the age of 73.
Mimi will be remembered as a funny and caring woman whose love was felt most deeply in the everyday moments she shared with those around her. She loved cooking and found joy in bringing people together...
Joyce Thompson Funk
Oct 7, 2026
Joyce Thompson Funk age 82, passed away on October 7, 2026 at her sons’ (Lance & Mark) home in Chatham County surrounded by love, family and faith for a peaceful transition. After 37 years of sunsets on the Outer Banks, she walked home to heaven with the utmost care and attention. Born in Lynchburg, VA as a daughter of Alverta...
Lillie Mae Halsey
Oct 7, 2026
On the day of April 18, 1945, Lillie Mae Halsey was born in Orange County, North Carolina. Her parents, Albert Allen Jr. and Fannie L. Baldwin Allen, gave birth to a beautiful baby girl.
P. Edward Jones, Lillie Mae Jones, Uncle Bill Allen, and Aunt Sweet Allen played a special part in raising her. She was raised in Chapel Hill, NC....