Grady Smith Macon, 90, of Youngsville passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023. He was born in Wake County, North Carolina, the son of the late Letha Smith Macon and Edwin Grady Macon. He graduated from Wake Forest High School and then served time in the Army as a Corporal with Battery 496 AAA Battalion. He then continued his education and became an instructor at Polk Youth Center and later a teacher at Wake Forest-Rolesville High School in Auto Body Repair, while running his own Body...

Leonard E. Hassing, 76, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 21, 2023 surrounded by his loved ones. Len was born on June 2, 1947 in Little Falls, MN to Leonard and Ella Hassing.  He was raised in International Falls, MN, attended International Falls High School, and vocational school where he earned an Associates Degree. He then served as a Sergeant in the United States Air Force from 1967-1971, including a deployment to Da Nang, Vietnam from 1969 –...

Allison (Allie) Jeckel Protheroe died suddenly in Virginia Beach on September 18, 2023, at the age of 24.  So beautiful and full of life, she was taken away far too soon. Our hearts are heavy with unbelievable sadness as we realize we will never see her smiling face, experience her gregarious personality, or feel her immense love again while on this earth.  She was born on July 2, 1999 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She grew up for the most part in Raleigh where she had many...

Greta A. Edwards, 58, of Wake Forest, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted and cherished wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Greta was born March 22, 1965, in Charleston, WV, to her parents and role models, the late Erik and Laura Wiik. From a young age, Greta was a warm, free-spirited soul who excelled at whatever she tried. Whether it was drawing, taking photos, or playing an instrument, she radiated talent and passion....

You were born on February 7, 1974, in Jefferson City, Missouri and the world has never been the same since.  You grew up with your parents, Tom and Elsie, and your seven siblings in the small town of Frankenstein, Missouri. Although your memories of working on the family farm may not have been your favorite, they helped shape the wonderful person we knew.  You always had a strong work ethic and enjoyed problem solving to help others throughout your career in pharmaceutical...

Betty Dalton Bailey peacefully passed away September 13, 2023.  She was a native of Granville County.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Wesley Davis Bailey and Mozelle Adcock Bailey.  She is survived by her sister, Barbara Bailey Fuller and her husband Curt, nephews, Wesley David Fuller and wife Erin, Benjamin Adcock Fuller and wife Keevy, a great nephew, Jackson Davis Fuller and great nieces, Adlynn Grace Fuller and Emilliah Rae Fuller. Betty was a 1973 graduate of...

Wayne Allen Ritter, 77, of Raleigh, NC, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 4th, 2023 at Transitions Hospice Care. Together we remember and celebrate the life of a remarkable man, Wayne Allen Ritter. Wayne touched the lives of many, leaving an indelible mark on his family, friends, and community. His journey was one of love, adventure, service, and a touch of humor that we will forever cherish. Wayne's love story with Leigh Ann was nothing short of remarkable. Their...

Loretta Ann Turcotte, 75, of Rolesville, NC, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023.  A complete obituary will be available soon.  Please visit www.brightfunerals.com to share words of comfort to the family.  Bright Funeral Home is serving the Turcotte family. 

Kelly Dawn Farnsworth, 75, of Raleigh, NC, passed away on Friday, September 1, 2023. She was born on Wednesday, May 5, 1948 in Manasses, VA to the late Judd and Iva Wells. A private graveside service will be held on Friday, September 8, 2023 at Pine Forest Memorial Gardens  in Wake Forest, NC.  Please visit www.brightfunerals.com to share words of comfort to the family. Bright Funeral Home and serving the Farnsworth's family. 

Richard M. Braun passed away on Thursday August 31, 2023 after his courageous fight against pancreatic cancer.  Richard was born to the late Gustave and Betty Braun. He was a devoted husband and terrific father and is survived by his wife Carla Hughes Braun, son Shaughn (Jenn) Braun of Lock Haven PA., daughter Shana (Travis) Williams of Harbor Springs MI., grandchildren Savanah Savage, Shelby Savage, Briannah Braun, Kaelynn Braun, Addyson Braun, and Gabriel Braun.  Sister Sandra...