 Ava Raye Pate Boone, 81, passed away Saturday, October 17, 2020 at Parish Family Care Home of Warsaw. Mrs. Boone was born November 17, 1938 in Duplin County, NC to the late Major Franklin Pate and Mary Summerlin Pate.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 21, at Warsaw Free Will Holiness Church, with burial to follow in Pate Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. Mrs. Boone is survived by two daughters, Anita Johnson and husband, David of Rose Hill, Betty Sanderson and husband, Andy of Warsaw; four grandchildren, Cynthia Blackmore (JD), Amanda Burch (Alex), Tracey Johnson (Anthony) and Harley Loomis (AJ); four great grandchildren, Ryker Burch, Case Loomis, John Edward “JEB” Blackmore and Landon Kennedy; three step daughters; six step grandchildren; seven step great grandchildren; sister, Janie Tarry (Dave) of Turkey; Robert Pate (Annelle) of Smithfield and several nieces and nephews. She is also survived by special daughter, Jennie Wallace of Clinton and special grandchildren and great grandchildren, Jennifer Daw, Joseph Daw (Brandy), James Young, Jaden Turlington, and Avaona Turlington. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Boone was preceded in death by husband, Raymond Boone, several brothers and sister, step grandson, Dallas Foss, and mother-in-law and best friend, Rachel Boone.
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New Jersey - Billie Revelle Ursano died Sunday, October 10 at her residence in Morristown, New Jersey.
Born December 21, 1930 to Annie Lou Davis and Fred Revelle in Warsaw, North Carolina Billie was a vibrant personality in her large, extended family in which she learned her love for singing and dancing. After studying at Campbell College, and teaching modeling and etiquette, Billie moved to Los Angeles to pursue modeling and acting where she signed with Paramount Studio. In California, Billie married Antonio (Nino) Ursano and following Nino’s career with AT&T lived in North Carolina, New Jersey, London, Milan and Hilton Head. She remained an avid tennis player into her 80s. Billie is survived by her son Tony Ursano, granddaughters Annabella and Georgiana, sister Faye Rogers, nephews Rick and Tim Rogers and many cousins, grand nieces and grand nephews. There will be a grave site ceremony at Pinecrest Cemetery, Tuesday, October 20 at 11am. Eric Thomas Powers, 62, passed away October 4, 2020 at his home in Clinton, NC. Mr. Powers was born August 14, 1958 in Richmond County, NC to Elmer Thomas and Annie Ellen McKay Powers.
A memorial service will be held 7:00pm, Thursday, October 15, 2020 at Magnolia United Methodist Church in Magnolia, NC.  Darrell Keith Fussell, 63, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center in Bolivia, NC. Mr. Fussell was born November 11, 1956 in Duplin County, NC to Ossie Mac Fussell Combs and the late Elbert Alexander Fussell.
Mr. Fussell is survived by his wife, Sarah M. Fussell of Southport; sons, Elbert Keith Fussell and wife, Sharon of Wilmington and Dustin Eugene Fussell and wife, Melissa of Durham; daughter, Jennifer F. Valley and husband, Brandon of Rocky Point; and seven grandchildren, Kasey Fussell, Carter Fussell, Madeline Fussell, James Valley, Carter Valley, Ruby Valley, and Annica Valley. He is also survived by his mother, Ossie Mac Fussell Combs of AZ; brother, Elbert Kraig Fussell of Warsaw; and sisters, Kelly Garrett and husband, Reggie and Kim McLaurin all of Fayetteville. A memorial service will be held 2:00p.m., Saturday, October 3, 2020 in Community Funeral Home Chapel, Warsaw, NC. Visitation will follow the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made toward funeral expenses, Community Funeral Home of Warsaw, Inc., P. O. Box 336, Warsaw, NC 28398.  Robert Wayne (Bob) Swain, 84, of Warsaw, NC made a peaceful transition to his heavenly home on September 16, 2020. He was born in Southport, NC on January 2, 1936 to Francis Herbert Swain, Sr. and Cassie Bennett Swain. He was married to his sweetheart Rose Swain for 62 years.
Bob proudly served his country in the US Army and then the Army Reserve for 14 additional years. He received his undergraduate and master’s degrees from NC State University and remained a loyal supporter and fan of the Wolfpack, attending both football and basketball games for many years, even through this past season. Bob had a long and successful career with the NC Cooperative Extension Service in Columbus and Duplin counties, as well as serving as an Area Swine Specialist. He also worked in the private sector for Carrolls of Warsaw and owned and operated Bob Swain Hog Farm as a contract farmer from 1971 until 2011. He was honored to be inducted into the NC Pork Council Hall of Fame in 2015. Bob had a nurturing nature that was evident all around him, whether growing fruits and vegetables, raising animals, building lifelong friendships or growing the family of which he was so very proud. He was an avid gardener and shared generously with friends and neighbors. He and Rose have faithfully served as members of Kenansville Baptist Church for 52 years. Bob was a long-time deacon, Sunday School teacher, nursery worker, Wednesday night meal planner, and community service volunteer. He exhibited his strong belief in his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in how he loved and served everyone around him. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his brother David Swain. He is survived by his loving wife Rose, children Sharon (Bob) Currin, Greg (Ulla) Swain, Laurie (Randy) Bates, brother Herbert (Bennie) Swain, Jr. and sister-in-law Gloria Swain. Bob (best known as Papa) was most proud of his 8 grandchildren Meredith, Leslie and Taylor Currin; Daniel and Anthony (Brandy) Swain; Will, Elizabeth and Sarah Bates. Memorial gifts may be made to Kenansville Baptist Church PO Box 865, Kenansville, NC 28349, Baptist Children’s Homes of NC P.O. Box 338 Thomasville, NC 27361, or Vidant Home Health and Hospice 750 S. Kenansville Bypass Kenansville, NC 28349. Visitation will be held at 1:00 on Sunday September 20 at Kenansville Baptist Church, followed by a celebration of life service at 2:00. Due to social distancing requirements, limited seating will be available and masks are required. Friends are encouraged to watch the recorded service available on Youtube after 3:00pm by searching “Robert Swain Memorial Service”. The burial will be private for the family. Betty Jean Curtin 82, formerly of Warsaw, NC passed away peacefully on September 14, 2020 with her three daughters by her side. For the last four years Beaver, Pennsylvania was her home. She was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Jim Curtin. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters Donna (Aubrey), Cathy (Woody), and Terri (Gary). Five grandchildren, Cory, Kyle, Logan, Donnie and Curtis and six great grandchildren. Betty had a gift for taking care of others, a love of gardening and a talent for decorating.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday September 22, 11:00 AM at Johnson Baptist Church with burial to follow at Devotional Gardens in Warsaw, NC  Warsaw-James Franklin Harper, age 83, of Warsaw, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12, 2020, at his home after a brief but brave battle with cancer.
James was born in Calypso, NC, on August 29, 1937, and remained his entire life in Duplin County. He was well known for his sense of humor, strong work ethic, love of people and his great head of hair. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruth Wilkins Harper Whaley and Benjamin F. Harper; his brother, Charles J. Harper; and his grandson, Joshua R. Wallace. James is survived by his devoted wife and caretaker, the former Sheraldine Howard. They were married June 29, 1957, sharing over 6 decades of marriage. Also, surviving are their 5 children; Joyce H. Albertson (Dennis), of New Bern; Carolyn H. Smith (Bobby), of Mt. Olive; Janet H. Lewis (Glenn), of Warsaw; Bobby W. Harper, of Dudley; Jennifer H. Delisio (Doug) of Faison. James was Grandpa or PaPa to 11 grandchildren: Sarah Bailey (Derrick), of New Bern; Robert Smith (Kelly), of Mt. Olive; Joshua Wallace (deceased) (Carly), Louisburg; Susan Lane (Josh), of Goldsboro; Lydia Dail (Spencer), of Snow Hill; Paige Pickett (Tim), of Beulaville; Ryan Albertson, of New Bern; Josh Lewis (Marissa), of LaGrange; Wesley Lewis, of Magnolia; Dynah Delisio, of Faison; and Triston DeLisio, of Faison, James was blessed with 7 great grandchildren; Ford Bailey, Harper Bailey, Lloyd Wallace, Gracelyn Quinn, Easton Lewis, Campbell Pickett, and Ella Katherine Smith. At age 17, James enlisted with the Warsaw National Guard unit. He honorably served 3 years. James was a gifted man with uncanny mechanical and machinery abilities. His career included operation of heavy equipment for many years. He assisted in the excavation of Bay Tree Lakes, formerly Black Lake. He opened a welding business and years later transitioned to a muffler business. He was locally known as the “muffler man”. He continued this work until retirement in 2007. He was talented, determined and confident. During his working years he developed wonderful longstanding friendships with people from all walks of life. Especially close were his Trooper buddies. Life and work were synonymous for James. He never fully embraced retirement. He enjoyed “piddling” on projects, mowing his and the church yard, watching westerns, listening to old country music, visiting with family and friends, and spending time with his dog, Bella. James was a faithful member of Friendship United Methodist Church, in Warsaw, NC. The family will receive guests at Community Funeral Home of Warsaw on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 from 10:00am to 11:00am. A Celebration of Life service will be held immediately following the visitation, at 11:00am. Pastor Delores Summerlin and Pastor Bobby Smith will officiate the memorial and graveside services. Burial will follow at the Devotional Gardens, Warsaw, NC. The family request that because of several at risk family members that you wear a face covering to the visitation and service. Thank you for your cooperation. TURKEY, NC-Mr. Erwin Gill Sloan, 99, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, September 6, 2020 in his home surrounded by family.
Mr. Sloan is survived by his wife of 72 years, Winnifred H. Sloan; his sons Robert (Bobby) and wife Darlene of Buena Vista, VA, Erwin (David) of Magnolia, Ricky and wife Cathy of Kenansville, Norman and fiance, Maryann of Hampstead and Aaron and Rosemond of Turkey. 15 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren; brother, Reuben (Carnell) of Kinston and many neices and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Keith Sloan, Sr. of Calypso, infant son, George F. Sloan; brothers, Melvin Sloan of Winston Salem, Keith Sloan, Jr. of Goldsboro, Daniel Sloan of Ocala, FL; sisters, Thelma Boetcher Boone of Virginia Beach, VA and Edna Davis of Calypso; grandson, Michael G. Sloan of Hampstead. Visitation and a memorial service will be held on Friday, September 11, 2020 at Warsaw Methodist Church. Visitation will be at 2:00 pm and memorial services to follow. Reverend Vito Bisogno will preside and grandson, Alan Sloan, will deliver the eulogy. A service of National Cremation. All flowers would need to be delivered to the church or to the family.  Warsaw - Rayford Kennedy, husband, father, PaPa, builder, and Jesus Follower died in his home on September 9, 2020, at the age of 77. Born on January 12, 1943, he leaves a legacy of hard work, generosity, and most importantly family.
Rayford is survived by his wife of 59 years, Rachel. Together, the two of them raised 6 children: Sons: Steve (Tammy) and their children: Isaiah (Anne); Gabriel (Abby); Angel, and Nicholas Bryan (Joy) and their children: Brenton (Brooke)-Blaize and Addie; Brandy (Grant)-Falyn and Fisher; and Devan Daughters: Dianne Everett (Lee) and their children: Michael (Amanda)-Lacey and Quinn; Matthew; Allison (Matt Wrenn); Morgan Chestnutt (Matt)-Dakota and Landon Rebecca Brown (Dodd) and their children: Hanna and Ashton Sharon Painter (Jonathan) Beth Beckwith (Jonathan) Rayford was quick-witted, generous, and hard-working. Everyone who knew him was blessed. A graveside service will be held 1:00pm, Saturday, September 12, 2020 in Devotional Gardens, Warsaw, NC. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: West Duplin FWB Church, Christmas Cheer Program, 987 NC 24 and 50 Hwy, Warsaw, NC 28398 or Samaritan’s Purse, P. O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607.  Betty Sue Clifton Hall, 68, passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2020 at her home in Turkey, NC. Mrs. Hall was born March 12, 1952 in Sampson County, NC to the late Richard Harold Clifton, Sr. and Katie Lovesteen Parker Clifton.
A graveside service will be held 3:30pm, Sunday, September 13, 2020 in Turkey Cemetery, Turkey, NC. Mrs. Hall is survived by her husband, James Michael Hall of the home; daughters, Susanne Hall Reaves and husband, Chris of Eureaka Springs, AK and Magon Ashley Hall and fiance, Nicholas Johnson of Turkey, NC; grandchildren, Allen Reaves and wife, Allyson, Zachery Reaves and wife, Leah, Aysha Johnson, Nicholas Johnson, Matthew Reaves and one great grandchild on the way. She is also survived by brother, Richard H. Clifton, Jr. and wife, Janice Jones of Turkey and sister, Wanda Clifton Powell of Surf City. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Hall was preceded in death by sister, Joan Clifton Bordeaux. |
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