They Left Us Too Soon...

Mr. Kenneth L. Revell, 77, of Selma, NC, passed away on December 6, 2025, surrounded by family. Born October 30, 1948, to Henry Sr. and Flora Revell, he graduated from Smithfield-Selma Sr. High School in 1970 and worked in manufacturing before retiring. Kenneth was devoted to his community, church, and enjoyed supporting the North Carolina Tarheels. He is survived by his wife Yvette; daughters Keisha Revell, Dorothy Revell, Shanika Atkinson, and Kendra Atkinson; grandchildren Devin Barnes, Alaia Ward, and Nalaia Thompson; sisters Bettie Revell and Edith Stancil; and many other relatives and friends. Viewing: Friday December 12, 2025, at the Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremation Services Chapel 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd., Smithfield, NC 27577 from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Funeral Services: Saturday December 13, 2025, St. Paul AME Church 300 North Gardner Avenue Kenly, NC., starting at 12:00 noon. Viewing from 11:00 am until 12:00 noon. Click on the Add Comments Line Below to leave a message for the family of Mr. Kenneth L. Revell. Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Richard B. Harrison High School..Class of 1969 Email: ddja3@aol.com Message: Betty and family we extend our sincerest condolences for the loss of your beloved brother ..father..husband...family member. We wish you peace and comfort. Cherish all of your memories. May GOD continue to hold you in HIS arms. Date: 7044969143 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Daisy Stancil Smith Email: daisysmith1909@yahoo.com Message: Sending my condolences to Bettie (my classmate) and family. Praying God’s strength and comfort during this time of bereavement. Remember the fun memories of Kenneth. Peace and blessings to you. Date: 121225 Family or Deceased Name: Revell Family Your Name: Dennis Maidon Email: dmaidon@gmail.com Message: Condolences to the family. Kenny and I were teammates on the Selma Jayhawks and went to Selma School together. He was a good man and always fun to be around. Rest well my friend and teammate. Date: 9199653600 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Carlton & Joan Richardson Email: jokari837@gmail.com Message: Yvette and family praying for strength during this time. You are in our prayers. Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Cynthia Richardson Email: simplycimp@gmail.com Message: Sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. May the Lord comfort you all with His love and peace during this difficult time. Date: 121125 Family or Deceased Name: Mr. Kenneth Revell Your Name: Ivory Richardson Email: jean72nk@live.com Message: Revell Family There are a lot of good things I can say about Kenneth he was a kind and loving person. Sorrow touches the heart in such a personal, private way. We hope you know you're not alone our caring thoughts are with you now and in the days to come With deepest Sympathy. God Bless Praying for the family Date: 19735192131 Family or Deceased Name: Revell family 🙏 Your Name: SeandoDawes Email: Seando-Dawes@hotmail.com Message: So sorry for your family loss 🙏 From the Dawes Family 🙏 Date: 9195185975 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Jerry & Jessica Davis Email: davis71052@bellsouth.net Message: Dear Revell family so sorry for the loss of Kenny, he was a very nice man, I remember him playing football in school and working with him at Sylvania. He always had a smile and kind word whenever I saw him. May our LORD and Savior JESUS bring the family comfort in the days ahead, and remember GOD’s promise we will see our loved ones again. Kenny is surely rejoicing in heaven. Praying for his dear family. Date: 12102025 Family or Deceased Name: Rest well Brother Kenneth Your Name: Rachel Ayers Email: Rachelayers118@gmail.com Message: May God's peace be with you. Everlasting life. My brother. Date: 121025 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Your Name: Rachel Ayers Email: Rachelayers118@gmail.com Message: Rest well, brother Kenneth. Date: 12-10-2025 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Diane McMillan Email: Mcmillandiane@bellsouth.net Message: To the family I am sorry for your loss. Kenneth was a great friend and classmate. He will truly be missed. Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth L Revell Your Name: Mary Lucas Email: seando@centurylink.net Message: I'm sorry to hear about Kenneth Revell's passing. I'm going to miss you cousin. May God comfort the family with love and peace. Date: 919-284-5920 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth L Revell Your Name: Linda Scarboro Bailey Email: ls_bailey@att.net Message: Very sorry to hear of the passing of your love one. Praying for the family during this difficult time. Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Tynell Williams Email: www.williamstynell2@gmail.com Message: Sending love and condolences to the family at this time of sorrow. May God be there to comfort you all. Just know that Mr. Kenneth was a great man who loved his family church and people all around. Just know we are praying for each of y'all and we will be there no matter what rest in heaven Mr. Kenneth. Sincerely Nell and candy Date: 12-9-25 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Marilyn F Rice Email: mrice3@roadrunner.com Message: May God's peace and love comfort you in this difficult time. May God's grace be your solace. We pray you'll find comfort in His embrace. God promises to comfort those who mourn. Lean on His everlasting arms. Date: 9192843926 Family or Deceased Name: Kenny Revell Your Name: Felicia Email: murrayf71@yahoo.com Message: Keisha I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family. Date: 12092025 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Bettie Revell Email: bettiejoeann2451@gmail.com Message: My beloved brother, l'm truly gonna miss you, rest my deepest 😢 in the arms of GOD. He will always be remembered but never forgotten you're the last leaf from the tree of forever young. Your BABY SIS. Date: 9192741567 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Rev. Dr. Dorothy H. Richardson Email: hdotrich@gmail.com Message: Sorry to hear of the passing of Kenneth. Yvette, you and the family have my condolences. I enjoyed being his pastor for some 10 plus years. He did not mine doing the work for the church. I will keep you all in my prayers. God bless each of you. Date: 919 553 4085 Family or Deceased Name: Uncle Kenneth Your Name: Thomas Revell Email: thomasrevell123@gmail.com Message: You WILL be truly missed, all the conversations we had about life and being a good father to my daughter wand the unknown history about my father were and are priceless. Rest EASY...PS Still eating my collard greens Date: 2407360631 Family or Deceased Name: Kenneth Revell Your Name: Dominique Revell Sr. Email: domrev44@gmail.com Message: Uncle Kenneth you will be missed. Thank you for all the wonderful memories. To the family my deepest condolences and love. Date: 12082025

Mr. Donnie D. Nixon, Jr., 86, of Smithfield, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Donnie Jr. was born on November 28, 1938, to the late Donnie Nixon, Sr. and Marie Nixon. He was educated in the Johnston County School System and proudly graduated from Johnston County Training School (J.C.T.S.) in 1956. He went on to attend North Carolina A&T State University in Greensboro, NC. Donnie Jr. built a lifelong career as a professional tractor-trailer driver, traveling across the United States. His journey began in the family-owned business, Nixon Bros. Transfer Company of Smithfield, NC. He later continued his career with Barnes Trucking and Cargo-Care Trucking, where he also served as an owner-operator. A devoted family man, Donnie Jr. cherished his loved ones deeply. He was married to the late Yvonne Lewis Nixon for 63 years. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Frank Nixon. He leaves to celebrate and honor his memory: his children, Donnie Nixon III, Tim Nixon, and Yvette Nixon; his grandchildren, Timaiya McManus, N'namdi Nixon, DaRiel Nixon, Devon Nixon, Adalyn Nixon, and Caroline Nixon; great-grandchildren Ivy McManus and Nick McManus; his brother, Keith Nixon; sister-in-law; Phebia McIver and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends who will continue to carry his legacy forward. His presence, wisdom, and love will remain in the hearts of all who knew him. Viewing: Friday November 21, 2025, Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremation Services Chapel 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd., Smithfield, NC from 1:00 pm until 5:30 pm. The family plans to be present from 4:00 pm until 5:30 pm. Graveside Service: Saturday November 22, 2025, at the Selma Memorial Gardens, Selma, NC starting at 12:00 noon. Click On the Add Comments Line Below to leave a message for the family of Donnie D. Nixon Jr. Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: Donnie Nixon Jr Your Name: Sherril Nixon Email: sherril1@cox.net Message: mourning the loss of cousin Donnie Nixon Jr Date: 7573736666 Family or Deceased Name: Donnie Nixon Your Name: James L Sanders Email: char.jenkins201511@gmail.com Message: I am very sorry to hear of your passing. Sending prayers to your family. Date: 11-21-25................919-464-3830 Family or Deceased Name: Donnie Nixon Jr. Your Name: Damaris Stallings Clemmons Email: dstallings001@gmail.com Message: I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My prayers are with you my cousins and my love. Date: 9192218798 Family or Deceased Name: Donnie Nixon Your Name: Lehman Bell and family Email: 1967lbell@gmail.com Message: Keith and family. So sorry to hear of my cousin's passing. Our prayers are with you. Date: 919-438-5886 Family or Deceased Name: Donnie Nixon Jr Your Name: Stephanie Nixon Mills Email: stephanie.mills409@yahoo.com Message: Our prayers are with you, Cousins. May your cherished memories provide comfort to you and may the peace that passes all understanding rest, rule and abide with each of you. Date: 11.19.2025 Family or Deceased Name: Donnie Nixon, Jr Your Name: Yolonda Woodhouse Email: ywoodhouse67@gmail.com Message: To the Nixon Family! Praying for you during this difficult time and the days to come! May God give you peace and comfort. Date: 11192025 Family or Deceased Name: Ours Prayer is with the family Your Name: Warrie Evans Jr. Email: warriejr47@gmail.com Message: Keep the faith Date: 11182025 Family or Deceased Name: Donnie Nixon, Jr. Your Name: ROBERT STOCKS Email: grandprixmn@gmail.com Message: My condolences to you all. I was blessed to have had Mr.Nixon in my life. Thanks for just being Mr. Nixon a kind, caring Gentleman. Date: 3362103648 Family or Deceased Name: Donnie Nixon Your Name: Harriet Whitley Email: htootiepie@aol.com Message: I was sorry to have heard about Donnie’s passing, it saddens me, for I have known him for many years. He was a humble man, and loved ppl. My prayers and condolences goes out to his children and family. RIH, Date: 9193909703

Gladys Lucille Suggs White was born on March 31, 1941, in Belmont, North Carolina, the child of Herman and Druscilla Suggs. On Friday November 14, 2025, she transitioned at UNC Memorial Hospital as her husband, Otto White, Jr. and daughter, Pamela Delta White, held her hands in prayer. She was a loving wife and mother with her sweet smile and caring heart. In the early 1940’s, the Suggs family moved to Chapel Hill where Lucille spent her childhood. She attended Northside Elementary School and Lincoln High School. Lucille was active in basketball and in the marching band, often leading the band with flips and other acrobatic stunts. She furthered her education by attending nursing school and taking classes at Nassau Community College, Garden City, NY and Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY. Lucille leaves many loving memories to comfort her family. She is survived by Otto, her husband of 58 years, son Ray (Cynthia) Anthony “Tony” White of Port Jefferson Station, NY and daughter Pamela Delta White, three grandchildren Cheriece (Ernest) White Fair, Brandon Green, and Chanelle Vargas, and three great-grandchildren Ernest A., Navi, and Adrianna. One sister-in-law Theresa (James) White Parmley and two brothers-in-law Stephen (Patrica) White and Robert (Barbara deceased) White. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, beloved friends, and loved ones. Public Viewing at Walter Sanders Funeral Home, 302 S. Bright Leaf Boulevard, Smithfield, NC on Friday, November 28, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Viewing, Family Visitation, and Funeral Service at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2620 E. Weaver Street, Durham, NC 27707 on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Viewing: 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM Family Visitation: 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM Funeral Service: 12:30 PM Interment at New Bern Memorial Cemetery, 1112 Chelsea Road, New Bern, NC 28562 on Monday, December 1, 2025, at 1:00 PM. Click on the Add Comments Line Below to leave a message for the family of Mrs. Gladys Lucille White. Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: Gladys Lucille White Your Name: Barbara Hawkins Perry Email: perryb939@gmail.com Message: To: Otto & Family - - Offering, Our sincerest condolences with God's Blessings. Fam, Love Y'all Much, Barbara Hawkins Perry, Donnica & D'Onnica Perry !!! Date: 12-01-25 Family or Deceased Name: Gladys Lucille White Your Name: Saroya Email: tjkslaw@gmail.com Message: My condolences. I pray that God will be with you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Date: 11292025 Family or Deceased Name: Lucille White Your Name: Patricia and Jim White Email: jandpwhite@mindspring.com Message: We were so sorry to hear of Lucille's passing. What a kind, beautiful, fun person she was! She will be missed in the neighborhood. Our sincerest sympathy to Otto and the family. Date: 919-933-5047 Family or Deceased Name: Lucille White Your Name: Barney and Catherine Pettie Hart Email: chart79138@aol.com Message: Otto and Lucille became dear friends of ours in Hempstead, New York in the lates 70s when we briefly attended the same church. We maintained that friendship when we moved to Atlanta and they moved to Chapel Hill. Otto, Tony, and Pam, our hearts are heavy with you. Your wife and mother was such a loving and caring person. She and Otto opened up their home and hearts to us on several occasions. It was such a pleasure to be a guest in their lovely homes. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you in this tremendous loss. Just lean on Him... Date: 4042135888 Family or Deceased Name: Lucille White Your Name: Peter and Maxine Gomes Email: gomespm616@gmail.com Message: To our dear friend, Lucille, we will cherish our memories of you on L.I. May you rest in peace. Our love and sympathy to Otto, Tony, and Pam. Sincerely, Peter and Maxine Date: 512-261-8635 Family or Deceased Name: Lucille White Your Name: William Wicker Email: uncbcobra@aol.com Message: Dear White Family: Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences during your moments of bereavement. Know that God is always with you and will see you thru these challenging times. Please don't hesitate to call if there is anything that I can do. Sincerely Bill Wicker Date: 336-337-68235 Family or Deceased Name: Lucille White Your Name: Allen Mask Email: doctorallenmask@gmail.com Message: Lucille and Otto have been dear friends of ours for years. May God bless her soul and the entire White family. We are with you at this challenging time. Date: 111825

Ms. Hazel Godwin began her earthly journey on April 9, 1939, in Johnston County, North Carolina, born to the late Wallace and Annabell Godwin. She peacefully entered eternal rest and gained her wings on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 6:02 a.m. at her residence in Selma, NC, surrounded by the love of her family. Ms. Godwin was educated in the Johnston County School System and attended Richard B. Harrison School in Selma, NC. She was a dedicated and hardworking woman who spent many years employed with K.R. Edwards Tobacco Company in Smithfield, NC, and Bright Leaf & Burley in Wilson, NC. She also worked at the Nash County Tobacco Factory, where she was well respected by her coworkers and friends. She leaves to cherish her loving memory two brothers, Calvin Godwin and Robert Godwin; two sisters, Carolyn Godwin and Rolinda Godwin (niece/sister); along with a host of other relatives, and friends who will forever remember her kindness, strength, and love. Viewing: Thursday November 13, 2025, from 1:00 pm until 5:30 pm at the Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremation Services Chapel 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd., Smithfield, NC 27577. Funeral Services: Friday November 14, 2025, 11:30 am Bethel Ame Church 9632 NC-96, Selma, NC., viewing from 11:00 am until 11:30 am. Click on the Add Comments Line below to leave a message for the family of Hazel Godwin. Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: Ms. Hazel Godwin Your Name: Dr. Edna S. Watson Email: ewatson1922@nc.rr.com Message: My deepest and sincere condolences to the family. Hazel will truly be missed by the Bethel AME Church family and all her friends. Date: 11132025 Family or Deceased Name: Hazel Godwin Your Name: Bobby and Annette Pearce Email: amp2111@bellsouth.net Message: Sorry to hear about Hazel. May God comfort you all with peace and love. Date: 9199615354 Family or Deceased Name: Family of Mrs. Hazel Godwin Your Name: Rev. Dr. Dorothy H. Richardson Email: hdotrich@gmail.com Message: Our prayers and condolences goes out to the family. God will strengthen you and give you comfort. God will provide. Date: 919 553 4085 Family or Deceased Name: Ms Hazel Godwin Your Name: Carlton & Joan Richardson Email: jokari837@gmail.com Message: Praying strength for the family Date: 1172026 Family or Deceased Name: Hazel Godwin Your Name: Betty Watson Email: Bettywatson186@gmail.com Message: Sending thoughts and Prayers to the family. Cousin Hazel will be Greatly Missed Date: 11072025 Family or Deceased Name: Ms. Hazel Godwin Family Your Name: Helene T Price Email: hprice143@embarqmail.com Message: My prayers and thoughts are with the entire Godwin family at this difficult time and in the days to come. Date: 9192842392 Family or Deceased Name: Hazel Godwin Your Name: Billie Davis Email: billiedavis2963@yahoo.com Message: Sorry for your loss. Billie Davis and family, Greensboro, NC Date: 3362098624