Archive for August, 2008
08 29th, 2008Dateline: Apex, NC
David E. Pendergraft, 51, of Apex died at his home on August 29, 2008, following a long battle with emphysema. Survivors are Danny Pendergraft of Apex, Jo Ann Jackola (Randy) of Durham, Mary Cameron (Ron) of Cary, Gail VanDeusen of Cary, Mickey Pendergraft (Kathy) of Raleigh, and Kevin Pendergraft (Beth) of Fuquay, many nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins and an extended circle of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Billy and Ethel Pendergraft, and a brother, Gary Pendergraft.
David loved to fish with his friends, namely Marshall Morgan, and his dad at Harris Lake and Jordan Lake. He loved Duke basketball and pro football and was an avid reader of Stephen King novels. He worked for many years at Estes Express Lines until his illness progressed.
A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, Sept 6, at the Cypress picnic shelter, Harris Lake, New Hill, NC, at 4 pm. David requested that his family and friends gather together for his ashes to be scattered over the lake. A covered dish dinner will follow the service.
We would especially like to thank David’s neighbors and good friends, Buddy and Pat, for all they did for our brother during his illness.
David loved his family and friends and he surely will be missed.
Dateline: Fuquay-Varina
Doris Shaw Ray, 81, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2008 at Rex Rehab. in Apex. Mrs. Ray was born in Montgomery County to the late Roscoe Ceberon and Lucy Rae Shaw. She is preceded in death by her husband, Fred Weston Ray.
Mrs. Ray is survived by her children, David Ray of Sylva, Fred “Buddy” Ray of Asheboro, Ernie Ray of Fuquay-Varina, Lucy Ray of London, England and granddaughter, Taylor Rae West.
A funeral service will be held, Thursday, August 28th at Piney Grove Baptist Church at 11:00 AM. The family will receive friends Wednesday, August 27th at Williford Funeral Home from 7 -9 PM. Interment will be at Brier Creek Memorial Gardens in Raleigh. Flowers are welcomed along with contributions to Piney Grove Baptist Church, 3217 Piney Grove-Wilbon Rd., Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526. Arrangements are being handled by Williford Funeral Home, 201 East Academy Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC.
Dateline: Fuquay-Varina
Odis Lee Adams, 82, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2008 at Britthaven in Smithfield. Mr. Adams was born in Wake County to the late Dexter Henry Adams and Linnie Stephenson Adams. Mr. Adams is a WWII Veteran, having served with the U.S. Army in the Pacific.
Mr. Adams is survived by his children, Larry Adams and wife Helen, Kay Woodall and husband Steve, Denise Massengill and husband Lynwood and Terry Adams and wife Tracy. Seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held, Monday, August 25th at Kennebec Baptist Church at 2:00 PM. The family will receive friends one hour before the service at the church. Burial will follow the service at Kennebec Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Williford Funeral Home, 201 East Academy Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC.
Dateline: Chapel Hill
Jose Godinez-Delgado, 35, passed away August 17, 2008 in Alamance County.
Dateline: Robbins, NC
Jose Roberto Hernandez Ugarte, 17, passed away in Siler City, NC August 14, 2008.
Dateline: Winston-Salem, NC
Betci Isidor Ruiz, 2, died outside her home on August 8th, 2008. She leaves a loving family and many friends that will miss her dearly.
Dateline: Raleigh, NC
Constantino Martinez Hernandez, 47, died at Wake Medical Center on August 6th, 2008.
