Bryan Henry Esterly
Dec 24, 2025
Bryan H. Esterly
November 21, 1939 - December 24, 2025
It is with very heavy hearts we announce the unexpected passing of Bryan H. Esterly, of Apex, N.C. on December 24, 2025. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Diane L. Esterly, who passed in December of 2024. Bryan leaves behind him son Bryan “Chip” L. Esterly (wife,...
Judith Mahn Serafin
Dec 24, 2025
Judith Mahn Serafin, a remarkable woman whose life was a symphony of love, laughter, and heartfelt connections, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on December 19, 1943, Judy’s spirit illuminated the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.
An embodiment of unconditional love and acceptance, Judy was known for her kindness...
Gary Allan Player
Dec 23, 2025
Gary Allan Player passed away on December 23, 2025, after a five-year adventure with atypical Parkinson’s. True to himself, Gary met it with determination, calm, a steady sense of humor, and a deep love for time spent with family and friends.
Gary was born on October 25, 1951, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, with his...
Jeffery Lawrence Kolberg
Dec 21, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jeffery Lawrence Kolberg on December 21st, 2025 at the age of 35. Born on June 24th, 1990 in Cincinnati, OH, he was the son of Nora (Mathews Kolberg) Miller and the late Larry Kolberg. He graduated from Loveland High School in 2009.
Jeff was a man of many hats and always quick to...
Marilyn Helen Savetsky
Dec 17, 2025
Marilyn Helen Schneider Savetsky (September 7, 1934 – December 17, 2025), originally from New York City, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Marilyn earned advanced degrees from Hunter College, taught college English, and later served as an elementary school principal in New York City. She married Stanley Savetsky in 1979 (d. 2008), and together they...
Patricia Brusa
Dec 16, 2025
Patricia Brusa, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, at the age of 74, surrounded by family at the home of her granddaughter, Delaney Benfield. She was born on April 3, 1951, to the late Sara and Harry Brusa, in North Bellmore, NY, and made her home in Oxford, North Carolina, a...
Laurie Isley Thompson
Dec 13, 2025
Laurie Lee Isley Thompson of Snow Camp passed away Saturday December 13th at the age of 65.
Laurie joins her parents Wilson Isley and Greta Warren Isley, sister Linda Isley, step-mother Myrtle Isley, and many fur babies in the next 'Great Adventure'.
Surviving is her daughter Amber Thompson, son Raymond Thompson, sister Joyce Sexton, step-sister Elizabeth Murray, nieces, nephews, and a very...
Daniel Max Kaplan
Dec 11, 2025
(Durham, NC, Dec 11, 2025) The world has lost an extraordinary human being. Daniel Kaplan (62) was a loving father, husband, son, brother and friend. He was also a brilliant and compassionate physician, consummate birder, exceptional teacher, true mensch, and endowed with a wicked sense of humor.
Dan was the first son of Ellen and the late Berton Kaplan and grew...
James Walker Williams
Dec 10, 2025
James Walker Williams passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, in Chapel Hill, NC at the age of 79. Born on January 13, 1946, in Rocky Mount, NC, Jim was a distinguished lawyer, practicing law in Asheville from 1970 until his retirement in 2012. As a partner in the firm of Roberts & Stevens, PA, he was a highly respected...
Carole Christine Crotty
Dec 10, 2025
We are heartbroken to share that Carole Christine (Wesp) Crotty, 88, the heart of the “Crotty Crew”, passed away on December 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of her children. Her greatest joy and achievement was her large, close-knit family. Her love was expressed through the time she spent with them, the example she provided, and the joy she found...