Sarah Lamm Bulluck, daughter of the late Clarence Lee Lamm, Jr. and Hilda Snipes Lamm, died Sunday, January 20, 2013.
Gladys Mae Barrett Johnson of Spring Hope passed away Thursday, January 24, 2013.
Rocky Mount - Mrs. Recca Lattice Wiggins, 45, of Rocky Mount, died on Friday, January 25, 2013, at Nash General Hospital in Rocky Mount.
Bobby Carroll Dixon, 76, passed away Saturday, January 26, 2013. He was born in Harnett County on April 13, 1936 to the late Howard Roland and Marie Sorrell Dixon. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, James Roland Dixon.
James Howard Ward passed away on January 25, 2013. He was born in 1941, the oldest son of Alfred and Elizabeth Ward.
Joseph Wilton Eatmon, age 90, passed away on January 24, 2013. Born in Nash County on September 20, 1922, he was one of 8 children of the late Joseph Ernest Eatmon and Nannie Pearson Eatmon. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Virginia Bedgood Eatmon; 4 brothers, Wade, Garlan, Rennie and Thurston Eatmon and 2 sisters, Ruby Mercer and Clarice Fisher.
Joe Price age 70, passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2013. He was born in Nash County. Joe was preceded in death by his father, Ollie T. Price and mother, Beulah Winstead Price; brothers, Walter “Dick” Price and Gary T. Price.
NASHVILLE - Funeral services for “Baby Girl” Destiny Nevaeh Williams, six days old, who died on Friday, Jan. 25, 2013, were held Tuesday, Jan. 29 at 1 p.m. at St. Luke Baptist Church with Rev. James Wesley Parks officiating. Burial followed in the Oakland Cemetery.
Funeral services for Herbert “Mama” Richardson, 77, who died on Monday, Jan. 21, 2013 were held Saturday, Jan. 26 at 12 p.m. at Union Hill Baptist Church. Burial followed in Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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Amelia Harper, Graphic Correspondent
Castalia commissioners held a public hearing on Tuesday, January 22 to discuss future plans for Castalia’s proposed park. More than 50 citizens were in attendance to discuss the issues as the town plans to reapply for a North Carolina Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) grant in order to help cover the estimated $426,000 cost for Phase I of the project.
The 35th Annual Elsie Clark Memorial Nashville Opry that was planned for January 26 was postponed due to inclement weather conditions. Planners say the event has been rescheduled for Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 5:30-10 p.m. Watch The Nashville Graphic for further details.
If you’ve ever stood in a return line after Christmas, then you can appreciate what a wonderful present a gift card can be.
With the appearance of these acrylic darlings, giftees no longer have to pin hopes on the suspect judgment of gifters. Gifters no longer have to worry about finicky friends who don’t appreciate gifts personally selected with the recipient in mind.
On Thursday night, December 20, I wrapped up the things I needed to do here at The Graphic and headed home to prepare for the arrival of my little boy. As I left that night, I was quite pleased with everything I was able to get done here at the office so that things wouldn’t be quite as hectic with both Jo Anne and I out at the same time.
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A PICTORIAL LOOK INTO THE PAST
MEMBERS HONOR HISTORY –– This photo was originally published in The Graphic on March 9, 1976. These members of Union Hill Baptist Church dressed in 18th century attire to honor Black History Week at the church.
The Pregnancy Care Center Board of Directors has announced Kirk Walden as the 2013 Celebrate Life Banquet keynote speaker. Walden is a former pregnancy center director and founder of LifeTrends, a company serving more than 1,100 life-affirming ministries in the United States and throughout the world. The Celebrate Life Banquet will be held at Englewood Baptist Church at 7 p.m. on Thursday, February 21.
Carl Wayne Smith was appointed to the position of 2nd Ceremonial Master for 2013 for Sudan Shriners by the newly elected Sudan Potentate, Ken Bennett at the annual elections and meeting on January 26, 2013. The term, “Ceremonial Master” is a ceremonial title given to one of the six appointed officers of Sudan Temple.
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Army Staff Sgt. Brandon S. Avolin has arrived for duty as an army recruiter assigned to the Phoenix Army Recruiting Battalion at Sierra Vista Army Recruiting Station, Ariz.
Avolin served in the military for eight years.
Pam Williams has been selected as Nash County Department of Social Services Employee of the month for December 2012. Pam has been with the agency for 12 years as an Office Assistant in Foster Care and Adoptions. Pam is organized, a team player, and is supportive of her co-workers by volunteering for challenging projects.
“Reflecting on the Past, Embracing the Present, Envisioning the Future,” was the theme for the 25th Annual Unity Breakfast which highlighted the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Hundreds gathered for breakfast and for a rousing message from Civil Rights Attorney and CNN Legal Analyst, Avery Friedman.
Robert Tyner welcomed everyone to Sunday school. We had 74 including one visitor present. Robert prayed the closing prayer. Pastor Bogle welcomed everyone to worship service. The choir sang “Whisper a Prayer” for the call to worship. Bobby Farmer prayed the prayer of invocation. Hymns of worship were “The Wonder of it All” and “The Beautiful Garden of Prayer.”
On a brisk January morning Peachtree folks gathered for worship. Pastor Whitehouse greeted those present. His sermon topic was “God Finishes What He Starts” based on II Corinthians 5:5. It assures that the Holy Spirit is God’s investment in our lives.
Congratulations to Derek and Leigh Ann Bostian in the birth of their daughter, Abigail Leigh, who was born on January 23! Proud grandparents are Larry and Donna Bostian.
A Baptism Service was held on Sunday, Jan. 27 at Red Oak Baptist Church. New members baptized were Pete Dombrowski, Karen Girona, and Michael Bowen.
Do you have questions about breast cancer care, treatment, and how to live a healthier life? Would you like a chance to ask questions of local medical experts? Would you like to meet other area residents who have a firsthand understanding of these concerns?
The League of Women Voters will host an organizational kickoff meeting on Thurs., Jan. 31, 2013 at 11 a.m. in the Wiley Room of the Braswell Memorial Library in Rocky Mount. All interested citizens are invited to attend and learn more about joining the League of Women Voters and working to advance its goals, including bridging the partisan divide by fostering civil discourse on topics of community interest.
The American Legion Post 110 of Nashville recently presented Legionnaire John W. Van Hook the Continuous Member Certificate for his sixty four years with the Legion. Presenting (left to right) are Vice Commander James Ervin, Legionnaire John W. Van Hook and Commander Larry Womack.
