Bernadine Zanoni
Wake Forest
It’s with sincere sadness that I inform you of my loss, my beloved wife, Bernadine.
Bernadine Zanoni, 82, “Bernie” as she was affectionately known, was born in New York City on July 9, 1936 to the late Joseph and Josephine Morton. On August 28, 1966, she married the love of her life, Richard Zanoni. Bernie’s career included working for the Dinner Bell Deli in Westwood, New Jersey and the Suburban Bank of New Jersey in Emerson, New Jersey. In 2000 Richard and Bernie left their home in Delaware to be near family in Wake Forest, NC.
A memorial service was held at 2 o’clock Wednesday afternoon, May 22, 2019, at Clancy Strickland Wheeler Funeral Home. Friends visited with the family immediately following the service.
Bernie is survived by her husband of 52 years, Richard “Rich” Zanoni; niece, Gail Murphy and husband, Kevin, of Wake Forest; great-niece, Kim Murphy; great-nephew, Kevin Murphy Jr.; and numerous friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her ten siblings.
The family would like to express sincere thanks to Heartland Hospice for all of their care. They would ask that memorial contributions be made in Mrs. Zanoni’s memory to the Heartland Hospice, 4505 Falls of Neuse Rd #650, Raleigh, NC 27609.
A service of Clancy Strickland Wheeler Funeral Home, Wake Forest, NC. (919)556-7400
Barbara Jean Puffer
Wake Forest
Barbara Jean Puffer passed away on May 24, 2019 in Raleigh. She was born, on February 1, 1961 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and resided in the Jamestown, New York area the majority of her childhood and young adulthood.
While she lived in Jamestown, she was employed by the Jamestown Resource Center where she excelled in working with people with disabilities. Bara graduated from Maple Grove High School in Bemus Point, New York where she loved playing the clarinet for the school band, then went on to attend Jamestown Community College. She is the daughter of Ann Russell Thomas and Gerald C. Peterson.
Barb lived in Naples, Florida during her early adulthood where she worked for the public-school system as a teaching assistant for disabled children. Following a long stay in Naples, she made the trek up north in late 2002, where she began a new journey in Wake Forest. During her time in Wake Forest, Barb continued her love for education and children, translating it into a career with Preschool Services in Raleigh, before moving to Avani Environmental.
Barb had three children, James, Jessie and Janna, that were the focus of her life. When living in Florida, she taught her kids to hunt for sand dollars and build sand castles. She made all their birthdays a celebration every year, going so far as to build her own custom Power Ranger, Barbie and Teletubby cakes. When the family moved to Wake Forest, she then taught them to have snowball fights.
In addition to her children, she is survived by her mother, Ann R. Thomas, and her sister, Patricia Martonis (John Martonis), all of Jamestown, New York.
Barb had a strong love of animals, rescuing several throughout her lifetime. She enjoyed the sunshine and made an effort to be outside every day as possible. She had an infectious laugh that lit up an entire room with a warm and welcoming personality, befriending every stranger she crossed. She was strong-minded and never afraid to tackle even the most difficult of projects.
She was a devoted member of Grace Haven Baptist Church in Wake Forest. She most enjoyed the outdoor summer and Christmas Eve services.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Grace Haven Baptist Church or Wake County SPCA.
A memorial service was held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at 726 Hicks Road, Youngsville.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811.
Vivian Tharrington Young
Rolesville
Vivian Tharrington Young, 101, passed away at her home on Wednesday evening, May 23, 2019, surrounded by her family. She was born in Franklin County, the daughter of the late Emily Pearl Young Tharrington and Charles Fisher Tharrington.
Mrs. Young was preceded in death by her husband, Wade Clark Young; brothers, Charles Forest Tharrington, James Claiborne Tharrington and Bobby Ray Tharrington; a sister, Selma “Billie” Carter; grandsons, Gary Wade Young and Tony Wade Young; and by a daughter-in-law, Louise Young.
The funeral service was held Saturday, May 25, 2019, at the Rolesville Baptist Church with Dr. Randy Bridges and the Rev. J. Marshall Neathery officiating.
Mrs. Young is survived by her son, William Clark Young; grandchildren, Westly Clark Young, Michael Coley Young and wife, Deborah, Lawrence Todd Young and wife, Jody; great-grandchildren, Steven Lawrence Young and wife, Rebecca, Stephanie Irene Draheim and husband, Anthony, and Alex Marie Young; great-great-grandchildren, Riley Carino, Connor Carino, Cooper Young, Ryker Draheim and Scarlet Draheim; and daughter-in-law, Mary Coley Young.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Rolesville Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 185, Rolesville, NC 27571 or to Heartland Hospice Memorial Fund, 333 N. Summit St., Toledo, OH 43699-0086.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811.
Lois Elizabeth Tyree
Raleigh
Lois Elizabeth Tyree died peacefully on May 15, 2019 in Raleigh, surrounded by her loving family. She was born October 18, 1934 in Kilsyth, West Virginia to Charles and Hazel Puckett and was one of nine children. She loved growing up as part of a large family in a coal mining community where she developed her love of game playing and storytelling. There was an abundance of love and laughter in her family and always something fun going on at the Puckett house; from horseshoes and card games to music and dancing.
Lois graduated from Mt. Hope High School in 1952 and moved to Washington DC with her sister to work for the FBI. When she returned home to care for her ailing mother, she met the love of her life, Larry Tyree.
They were married in 1956 and moved to North Carolina in 1958 for Larry to attend medical school. Lois received an honorary PHT (Putting Hubby Through) degree from Bowman Gray, all while raising children and working for Southern Bell.
Lois’ career was varied and always interesting. She helped start her husband’s medical practice, Raleigh Family Physicians, as well as several other family businesses. The job she enjoyed the most was her time spent working at the NC State Legislature from which she retired.
Lois loved the beach and NC State sports, but her greatest joy in life was her family. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Larry; children, Toni and Terri (John); and grandchildren, Callie and Jack Martin and Carson and Natalie Hartofelis. She was preceded in death by her parents, five siblings, and infant daughter, Beth Ann.
A celebration of Lois’ life took place at noon on Thursday, May 23, 2019, at Bay Leaf Baptist Church in Raleigh.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations in Lois’ memory be made to Transitions LifeCare of Raleigh, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811.
Stephen Patrick Ashley
Youngsville
Stephen Patrick Ashley was the son of George H. Ashley Jr and Carolyn Currie Ashley and the brother of Ryan Ray Ashley.
He graduated from UNC Charlotte in 1997 with a degree in civil engineering and began a career he loved at the North Carolina Department of Transportation. He married Beth VanDine in 1998 and they shared two children, Connor Patrick and Peyton Mae. They were his truest joys in life.
Stephen always tried to live the best life he could as a Christian for his family and friends in spite of devastating health issues. He loved the simple things in life including time with family and friends and watching his kids play tennis, baseball and dance. He was a kind and gentle soul who loved deeply. His family finds solace that he is at peace and is at home with Christ. A memorial services was held at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 26, 2019, at Wake Forest United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations in his memory to Hope Reins, 8420 Wake Forest Highway, Raleigh, NC 27613 hopereins.org
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811.
Victor Bonett
Franklinton
Victor Bonett, 76, of Franklinton passed away peacefully on Monday afternoon, May 20, 2019, after a long battle with dementia. He was born in Sliema, Malta, son of the late Carmelo and Mary Bonett.
Victor was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, great grandfather and uncle. He will be remembered for his fun loving outgoing personality, kind heart and caring nature. He will be forever in the hearts of his family and friends.
Victor was predeceased by his beloved wife, Doris Bonett in 2015, and his two brothers, John Bonett and Paul Bonett.
Victor is survived by his children, Rita Bonett of Franklinton, Diane Zammit and her husband, Alfred, of Franklinton, Frankie Bonett and his wife, Julie, of Youngsville; his grandchildren, Lacy, Keith and Kaylee; great-grandchildren, Layla, Emma, James and Isaiah; and two brothers, Frank Bonett and Robbie Bonett, both of Malta.
The family will visit with friends and extended family from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 2019, at Bright Funeral Home. Victor’s memorial service will begin in the chapel at 11 a.m.
The family request you wear something blue as a tribute to Victor since that was his favorite color.
Memorial donations on behalf of Victor Bonett can be made to The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America www.ALZFDN.ORG
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811.
- Willard Haley
Wake Forest
- Willard Haley, 94, passed away on Sunday morning, May 19, 2019. He was born in Franklin County, the son of the late Sarah Brogden Haley and N.C. Haley. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leola Scarborough Haley.
Mr. Haley was retired from the Royal Cotton Mill, Acatel, Winn Dixie and the Kenly Auction.
The funeral service was held at 11 o’clock Thursday morning, May 23, 2019, at the Rolesville Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Scarborough Family Cemetery.
He is survived by his daughters, Susan Anders and husband, Bob, of Rolesville and Kelly Haley of Wake Forest; grandchildren, Stephanie Kittrell, Kamie Aquino, Sean Anders, Kayla Stallings, Katie Stallings and Kacie Mae; and great-grandchildren, Adalynn Kittrell and Emma Anders.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Rolesville Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 185, Rolesville, NC 27571.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811.
Elaine Rich Brown
Wake Forest
Elaine Rich Brown, 71, of Wake Forest passed away on Friday, May 24, 2019, with her family by her side. She was born to the late John Oscar and Loreen McLamb Rich on April 6, 1948, and she graduated from Peace College high school.
Elaine is survived by her two sons, Tres Brown (and wife, Bridget), of Raleigh, and Scott Brown (and husband, David Whorton), also of Raleigh; by her sister, Helen Bowen, of Hood River, Oregon; by her brother, John Rich (and wife Melanie), of Wake Forest; by two grandchildren, Abigail Francis Brown and Melissa Elaine Brown, of Youngsville; and by many other beloved friends and family members.
Elaine studied ballet when she was growing up and danced with the North Carolina Ballet Company, and she had a lifelong love of music. She also loved cats and dogs and adopted many pets and strays over the years. Elaine also loved children, and she could never pass up a chance to hold a baby. More than anything, Elaine loved her family and friends extravagantly. She had a huge heart and was always giving to others, even when she had very little for herself. Elaine loved family dinners and traditions like Thanksgiving and Christmas. She loved to cook for everyone and to bring everyone together as a family. Elaine brightened so many lives with her love and her many kindnesses. She will be greatly missed.
The family will have a memorial service in a couple of months at the Historic Wakefield Barn which was designed by Elaine’s grandfather and which her father helped build. Details for the service will be announced as soon as they are set. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Wake County SPCA in Elaine’s memory.
A service of Bright Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest. (919) 556-5811.
