Local obituaries for Walker's Funeral Home

Apr 21, 2025

Apr 20, 2025

Virginia Jordan Sellew, the wife of the late John E. Sellew, Sr., went home to be with her Heavenly Father and her wonderful Savior on Easter Sunday, April 20. Along with her husband, she was preceded in death by her father, Newbie N. Jordan, her mother, Aurora B. Jordan, one grandchild and two great grandchildren. Surviving are her brother, James...

Apr 20, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Mary Helen Zook Franz, age 87, on April 20, 2025, at Duke Hock Family Pavilion.

Mary Helen was born on April 16, 1938, in Carnegie, Pennsylvania, to Mary Drost and John Zook, and grew up in North Arlington, NJ. A career high school teacher (1960-1993) of business studies and...

Apr 19, 2025

Hannah Jane Shealy, age 67, has peacefully left us in her home in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on April 19th, 2025. Born on November 2nd, 1957, to Camille Edon and Donald Albert Shealy in Manning, South Carolina, Hannah Jane lived a life rich with passion and purpose. Hannah Jane attended the University of South Carolina, where she majored in English...

Apr 15, 2025

Kenneth Dwight Timson, Sr son of Floyd Dwight Timson and Cecelia Lavonne Timson was born in Hastings, NE on January 3, 1945 and passed away on April 15, 2025 in Mebane, NC at the age of 80. Ken grew up in Iowa and graduated from Malvern High School in May 1963. He was united in marriage to Donna Kay Akeyson...

Apr 12, 2025

Jerry Wayne Bailey, born on January 13, 1943, in Chesterfield, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on April 12, 2025. Jerry dedicated over 45 years of his life as the owner of the Shell Service Station, a staple in his community where he was known not only for his business acumen but also for his warm personality and unwavering...

Apr 10, 2025

Gloria Jean Doby, passed away peacefully at her home in Mebane, North Carolina, on April 10, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on January 31, 1944, in Burlington, North Carolina, Gloria led a life filled with love, caring for her family and finding fulfillment in her hobbies.

For many years, Gloria dedicated herself to the textile industry, a field where...

Apr 8, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anne Pendleton Adams, 64, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Born May 1, 1959 in Asheville, North Carolina, she was a beloved wife, aunt, sister and step grandmother. She enjoyed her pets, watching cooking shows and being around people. She is survived by her husband, Lee Adams, her sister, Margaret...

Apr 8, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sharon Jean Christie Ritch, a beloved cornerstone of her family. Known for her love of the ocean, riding horses, her “seven-pack” of grandchildren and unwavering Christmas spirit, Sharon brought joy and warmth to all who knew her.

Sharon was born in Syracuse, NY to Charles and Marilyn Christie of Vestal,...

Apr 6, 2025

Randi Davenport, author of the award-winning The Boy Who Loved Tornadoes: A Mother's Story (Algonquin Books, 2010) and The End of Always: A Novel (Hachette Books, 2014) died on April 6, 2025 after a long illness. Davenport graduated from Clarkstown South High School in 1974 and William Smith college in 1978. As a Creative Writing Fellow, she earned an M.A...

Apr 6, 2025

Herbert Calvin Keeter Jr., born on February 10, 1956, in Durham, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in Hillsborough, North Carolina, on April 6, 2025, at the age of 69.

Herbert was a beloved member of his community, known for his warm heart and unwavering dedication to those around him. Throughout his life, he exemplified kindness and generosity, touching the lives of...

Mar 31, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ewa Jakubowski (Marciniak), age 71, on March 31, 2025, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Ewa was born in Szczecin, Poland, to Zofia and Sylwester Marciniak. Through dedication she obtained a Masters Degree in Education and was a much beloved Kindergarten Director in her home town. She eventually made her way...

Mar 31, 2025

Jim loved the Lord. He started off his day in prayer and ended the night in prayer. He was the type of man who was a true Southern Gentleman. He was polite, gracious, and kind. Everyone who ever met him always made the same type of comments. He graduated from the University of North Carolina, and went on to have...

Mar 31, 2025

Our beloved Mama received her wings this past Monday morning.

Bernice Ward Huff, 88, passed March 31, 2025 at Alamance Regional Health Care in Burlington after a long battle with health issues. She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend to many in her lifetime. She enjoyed life and cherished her family.

Mom enjoyed talking and sharing stories with anyone. She was...

Mar 30, 2025

Thomas H. Thompson 68, of Chapel Hill, passed away on March 30,2025 at UNC Medical Center.

Thomas leaves behind a legacy that reflects his profound connection with those he loved. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten, as his spirit lives on in the hearts of all who know him.

Arrangements have been entrusted with Walker’s Funeral Home- Chapel Hill. Services...

Mar 30, 2025

Glendora Skinner Galatioto, lovingly known as Red, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2025. She was born on December 19, 1953, in Brooklyn, NY, to her mother, Helen Hazel.

Glendora was the devoted wife of the late Charles “Charlie” Anthony Galatioto, also a New York native, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to their...

Mar 20, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Matthew Stevens age 51, beloved son and father. He leaves his mother, Jean Thillberg, his father Vincent Stevens, his brother Mark Stevens and his children Cassidie and Colin Stevens of Avon by the Sea New Jersey, as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. Matthew lived in Durham after retiring...

Mar 15, 2025

Dr. Kathleen Salter Keagy, age 80, ground-breaking pediatrician, extraordinary mother, and loving wife, died on 3/15/2025 at the Dubose Health Center at the Cedars of Chapel Hill after complications from a stroke. She was famous for her profound respect for children and families, her homemade cheesecakes and pecan pies, her expertise in pediatric cardiology, a lifelong love of learning, but...

Mar 13, 2025

סורָה לֵאָה בת שלמה וְפַיָּה (Soreh Leah bat Shlomo v’Faya)

Sara Lois (Poskel) Alpern, known to all who loved her as Mom, Grandma, and Lois, passed away at her home in Durham, North Carolina on March 13, 2025. She was 86 years old.

Lois was born on December 29, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan. A lifelong learner, Lois pursued education her entire life,...

Mar 13, 2025

Dr. Dennis Ray Appleyard, 85, of Chapel Hill, North Carolina (NC), passed away on March 13, 2025. Dennis was a devoted husband, loving father, inspiring professor, and service-oriented leader. He was a pillar of his varied communities, bringing joy and inspiration to all who knew him.

Dennis was born in 1939 in South Haven, Michigan, to Edwin and Hortense Appleyard. Alongside...