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In Memory of C. Laurence Gibson, Jr. C. Laurence Gibson, Jr., affectionately known as “Larry” to his family and close friends, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 16, 2026, after a long illness. A memorial service will be arranged and announced at a later date. — The Family of C. Laurence Gibson, Jr. Click on The Add Comments Line Below to leave a message for the Gibson Family Guest Book

Celebration of Life Service Information for First Lady Joyce Bryant Richardson Join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Evangelist First Lady Joyce Bryant Richardson. The Richardson and Bryant family welcome all to attend, whether virtually or in-person, as we remember our beloved mother, wife, and woman of God. Schedule of Events: All activities will take place April 25th, 2026, at Faith Temple No. 2 located at 211 Maryland Park Drive, Capitol Heights, Maryland 20743. Please send all floral arrangements, cards, and other tokens to Faith Temple No. 2. Viewing: 9:30am - 11:00am Celebration of Life Service: 11:00am Funeral services will be conducted by Freeman Funeral Services, PA 7201 Old Alexandria Ferry Road, Suite #1C Clinton, MD 20736. Phone 301-877-3733 The livestream for the Celebration of Life Service will begin at 11:00 am via the Freeman Funeral Services Facebook page. The link for their page is here: https://www.facebook.com/freemanfuneralservicespa/?_rdr We look forward to seeing you all. Click on the Add Comments Line Below to leave a message for the family Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: Joyce Richardson Your Name: Trina Gardner Email: trrcee@hotmail.com Message: I am sending my deepest and heartfelt condolences and prayers to the entire family. I am so sorry for your loss Date: 04/25/2026 Family or Deceased Name: First Lady Evangelist Joyce Bryant Richardson Your Name: Evangelist Linda Burgess Stewart Email: lindastewart1922@gmail.com Message: On behalf of the Deceased Evangelist Mary Burgess family we send our heartfelt condolences. Our prayer is that God's grace, peace, and comfort be with the Richardson and Bryant family and may He give all the strength to endure the hard time. Date: 9197011203 Family or Deceased Name: Mrs. Joyce Richardson Your Name: Francine ( Scarboro) Hines Email: scarboro1998@ail.com Message: Condolences to the Richardson family . May you all find peace within🙏🏾💜 Date: 04202026 Family or Deceased Name: First Lady Joyce Bryant Richardson Your Name: Helen T Price Email: hprice143@embarqmail.com Message: My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to the Bryant - Richardson families. You all are in my prayers and thoughts. Date: 9192842392

Albert Bernard Vinson, son of Eloise Vinson was born October 9, 1952, in Johnston County, NC. He was a proud graduate of the 1970 class of Smithfield Selma Senior High School. He made a living in sales, which was his passion. Al was widely known in the community. Al was preceded in death by his mother Eloise Vinson and wife Henrietta H. Vinson. He leaves to cherish his memories to his 3 sons; Darrius Vinson known as "Akbar" (Sonora Vinson), Jarriel Stancil, Jarvon Stancil (Felisha Stancil), 13 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren, 3 siblings; Dorothy V. Freeman, Eddie Vinson, Jeanette Raynor and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing/Funeral will be Friday April 10, 2026, viewing from 11:00 am until 12:00 noon with funeral beginning at 12:00 noon Galilee Missionary Baptist Church 2017 Galilee Rd., Smithfield, NC 27577. Interment: Hood Family Cemetery Smithfield, NC. Click on the Add comments Line Below to leave a message for the family of Albert B. Vinson. Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: Albert Cookie Vinson Your Name: Lena/Bill Powell Email: Powlenah@icloud.com Message: My heart goes out to you and our family during this difficult time. Our brother-in-law was a kind and generous soul, and his memory will live on in all who knew him. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Date: 9047077957 Family or Deceased Name: AL Vinson Your Name: Beverly Watson Email: watsonpisc@aol.com Message: "Cookie" So sorry to hear about the passing of Al. Always a pleasure to be in his presence. Condolences and prayers to his family. Date: 04092026 Family or Deceased Name: Family of Bernard Your Name: Joan Email: wlbunbun51@aol.com Message: My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. Date: 4317415 Family or Deceased Name: Albert B. Vinson Your Name: Pauline M. Sanders Email: sanders.pauline48@gmail.com Message: Sending Heartfelt sympathy to the Family. Date: 04.09.2026 Family or Deceased Name: Al B. Vinson Your Name: Jean & Winston Watson Email: jazzi5050@yahoo.com Message: We are sending our condolences to the family and extended family members. Al Vinson is like family to Winston and me. We have been friends with him for many years. Rest in peace, Al. Date: 9192710055 Family or Deceased Name: Bernard Vinson Your Name: Harriet Whitley Email: htootiepie@aol.com Message: Sorry for ur lost, prayers and condolences to the family Date: 04082026 Family or Deceased Name: Albert Vinson Your Name: Carol Allen Email: cjallen63@outlook.com Message: To the family of Mr. Al, we became neighbors over 15 years ago, will miss the car honk's as he passed by on his way out/into the subdivision. But what a glorious reunion is having. Prayers for the family and friends of Mr. Al. Date: 04072026 Family or Deceased Name: Albert Vinson Your Name: Town of Four Oaks Ladies Email: deanna.haley@fouroaks-nc.com Message: We here in the office of Town of Four Oaks would like to send our condolences. Mr Albert was always so nice to us and always had a smile on his face!! Prayers to the family! Rhonda, DeAnna & Carol Date: 9844094790 Family or Deceased Name: Bernard Vinson Your Name: Barbara Bryant Vinson Email: vinson.barbara3@gmail.com Message: My sincere condolences to the family. Bernard (Bern) was such a nice person that you always took pleasure in talking with. He was truly a salesman indeed. He will truly be missed. Date: 919-763-8289 Family or Deceased Name: Vinson Family Your Name: Gwendolyn Harris Email: gharris6555@gmail.com Message: Bo, Priss, Cookie and Darius My deepest condolences to my entire family during this difficult time. I have so many memories of happy family gatherings and conversations with my beloved cousin Bern. I will rejoice in the fact that he has moved to heaven and resting in the arms of Jesus Christ our Savior. Love you, Gwen and Charles Date: 040826 Family or Deceased Name: Al B. Vinson Your Name: Bettie Revell Email: bettiejoeann2451@gmail.com Message: My deepest condolences of your dear ones passing, he'll be deeply missed. My prayer's are with your families during this precious time. Be Blessed with each of you individually and spiritually that God's presence fill your heart's with comfort.🫶💕 Date: 9192741567

Tamara Shenell Blue, age 48 of Four Oaks, NC, transitioned from labor to reward on Tuesday March 31, 2026, at UNC Johnston Health in Smithfield surrounded by the love of her family. Tamara was the daughter of James H. Robinson Sr., and Georgia M. Blue-Robinson. Tamara attended Richard B. Harrison in Selma, NC. In high school she was the captain of the cheerleading squad. Tam enjoyed dancing, going places in the car, and listening to gospel music. Tamara was preceded in death by her father James H Robinson Sr., and sister Nikita D. Blue. She leaves to cherish her memories her mother, Georgia M. Blue-Robinson, two brothers: Eric L. Blue, James H. Robinson Jr., two sisters: Naomi R. Robinson, and Mary E. Robinson and a host of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and other friends. Viewing & Funeral Arrangements: Viewing Friday April 10, 2026, at the Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremations Chapel 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd., Smithfield, NC 27577 from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Funeral will be held at Juniper Grove Disciples Church 5350 US 301 Four Oaks, NC 27524 on Saturday April 11, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Click on the Add Comments Line Below to leave a message for the Blue-Robinson Family. Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: Tamara Robinson Your Name: Margaret Henry Email: mbhenry05@yahoo.com Message: Sending condolences to the Robinson/Blue family . Have so many great memories of Tamara at the Four Oaks COGOP. My children remember her smile. Our prayers are with you. Heaven gained another angel🙏❤️ Date: 9109851363