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Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward.
It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint.
While some of those who journey with us may do so with great expectation, others do so with selfless love and giving.

Our journey may have many paths... Some long, and some that conclude in just a single step.
However, it is inevitable that no matter how wonderful or sorrowful the journey through life may be,
it will eventually come to an end and we too must transition onward.

It is in times like these where someone’s journey has come to an end;
That we pause to reflect on the one who has gone before us and to remember that life is a gift.
Be it a mother, father, sister, brother, grandparent, relative or friend,
Let us acknowledge the life and cherish the memory of the light that has dimmed - REST IN PEACE!

Elaine Winborne-Jones Clayton, North Carolina

Mrs. Elaine Winborne Jones, age 57, of Clayton, North Carolina, transitioned from this earthly life on Thursday, November 30, 2023; while in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family. Relatives and Friends are encouraged to visit Mrs. Winborne-Jones' tribute wall to share memories, extend condolences and to order floral tributes, as sentiments to the family. The Caring Team of T. L. Faison's Funeral Care, LLC is privileged to...

Mrs. Elaine Winborne Jones, age 57, of Clayton, North Carolina, transitioned from this earthly life on Thursday, November 30, 2023; while in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving...

Thomas Moses Jackson, North Carolina

Mr. Thomas Moses, age 76, of Jackson, North Carolina, passed away Monday, November 27, 2023: while in the care of Hampton Manor in Gaston, North Carolina. Relatives and Friends are encouraged to visit Mr. Moses' tribute wall to share memories, extend condolences and to order floral tributes, as sentiments to the family. The Caring Team of T. L. Faison's Funeral Care, LLC is privileged to provide "Professional Care, With Dignity &...

Mr. Thomas Moses, age 76, of Jackson, North Carolina, passed away Monday, November 27, 2023: while in the care of Hampton Manor in Gaston, North Carolina. Relatives and Friends are...

Gwendolyn Manning Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” Gwendolyn Amanda (Hardy) Manning, the youngest daughter of the late Deacon Lonza C. Hardy, Sr. and the late Morlene (Harding) Hardy, was born on August 4, 1953, in Pleasant Hill, North Carolina in Northampton County. She transitioned peacefully at her home in Roanoke Rapids, N.C. on Sunday, November 26, 2023, following a brief illness. Gwen was educated at Gumberry High School in Gumberry, NC and at...

“Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” Gwendolyn Amanda (Hardy) Manning, the youngest daughter of the late Deacon Lonza C. Hardy, Sr. and the...

Sheila 'Boochie' Cumbo Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

Memories are treasures no one can steal. Death is the heartache nothing can heal. Some may forget you now that you are gone, But we shall remember you no matter how long. Sheila Diane Vassor Cumbo, born on Wednesday, June 6, 1962, in Queens, New York, to the late Nathaniel Floyd and Carolyn Vick Vassor Brinkley, peacefully transitioned to eternal life on Saturday, November 19, 2023, surrounded by her loving family and caregivers at her home. Following her birth, Sheila and her...

Memories are treasures no one can steal. Death is the heartache nothing can heal. Some may forget you now that you are gone, But we shall remember you no matter how long. Sheila Diane...

John 'Buddy' Darden Garysburg, North Carolina

“The Lord is my light and my salvation, Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life, Whom shall I be afraid?” ~ Psalm 27:1 John William Darden, was born on Tuesday, June, 9 th 1931, in Northampton County, North Carolina to the late William Henry Darden and Antionette Garner Darden. ‘Buddy’, as he was affectionately called by his family and friends, confessed faith in Christ, at an early age and joined Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church,...

“The Lord is my light and my salvation, Whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life, Whom shall I be afraid?” ~ Psalm 27:1 John William Darden, was born on...

James Hardy Jackson, North Carolina

JAMES HARDY was born on Monday, September 27th, 1948 in Northampton County, North Carolina to the parentage of the late Marvin Hardy and Eva Turner Hardy. James was educated in the Northampton County Public School System. Shortly thereafter, he relocated to New York, where he resided for a number of years. As life progressed, he returned to North Carolina and became employed with The Sewing Factory, Seaboard, where he worked for 19 years. After its closure, James began working on the farm,...

JAMES HARDY was born on Monday, September 27th, 1948 in Northampton County, North Carolina to the parentage of the late Marvin Hardy and Eva Turner Hardy. James was educated in the Northampton...

James Perry Gaston, North Carolina

Mr. James L. Perry, age 70, of Gaston, North Carolina, answered God's solemn call from earthly labor unto eternal rest on Saturday, November 11, 2023; while in the care of Signature Health Care Center - Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina. Life is a glorious gift that should be cherished by the living and remembered for those who have transitioned onward. It is truly a journey through space and time that invariably leaves a ripple, no matter how faint. While some of those who journey...

Mr. James L. Perry, age 70, of Gaston, North Carolina, answered God's solemn call from earthly labor unto eternal rest on Saturday, November 11, 2023; while in the care of Signature Health...

Stephen Kwasikpui Rocky Mount, North Carolina

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” ~ II Timothy 4:7-8 Stephen Benjamin Kofi Kwasikpui was born on December 31, 1954, in New York City, New York, to the parentage of Stephen Kwakutse Kwasikpui and Doris Byers Kwasikpui. He was the...

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall...

Oscar 'Red' Bynum Vass, North Carolina

Weep not for me though I am gone, Into that gentle night. Grieve if you will, but not for long, Upon my soul’s sweet flight. I am at peace, my soul’s at rest, There is no need for tears. For with your love I was so blessed, For all those many years. There is no pain, I suffer not, The fear now all is gone. Put now these things out of your thoughts, In your memory I live on. Remember not the strife. Please do not dwell upon my death, But celebrate my...

Weep not for me though I am gone, Into that gentle night. Grieve if you will, but not for long, Upon my soul’s sweet flight. I am at peace, my soul’s at rest, There is no need for...

Cecil Broadnax, Sr. Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Cecil Harridell Broadnax, Sr., 96, of Carlisle, PA, transitioned from this life on Monday, October 23, 2023, while surrounded by family at Forest Park Nursing & Rehabilitation. Born in Seaboard, North Carolina, he was the son and 7th of 10 children born to the late Henry Alston Broadnax and Lossie Curlear Jordan Broadnax. He was married to the late Virginia Gould Broadnax, for 75 years. Through this union, he went on to have 3 children, Valerie White, Dr. Vanessa Broadnax by...

Cecil Harridell Broadnax, Sr., 96, of Carlisle, PA, transitioned from this life on Monday, October 23, 2023, while surrounded by family at Forest Park Nursing & Rehabilitation. Born...