Obituaries

Nicholas James Dawkins, 53, of Hillsborough, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 25, 1971, in San Francisco, California, to Richard Dawkins (who predeceased him) and Mary Devitt Dawkins, Nicholas was a deeply devoted husband and father. He spent his early years in…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of our mother, Laura H. Imperial , who died on February 27, 2025 , at the age of 82.  At the same time we are comforted by the fact that she is no longer in pain, and the knowledge that the memory of her love…

Kimberly Ann (Hermann) Burke, 55, of Durham, NC, passed away peacefully at home on February 21, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Kim is survived by her adoring husband of 30 years, Tom, and their beloved children, Emily and Matt. She also leaves behind her mother, Sharon; her brothers, Paul and Jason (Melissa); and many extended…

Rajesh “Raj” Chander Jain, 79, passed awa y peacefully, on February 20, 2025 in Winston-Salem, NC . Born in Delhi, India on December 15, 1945, Rajesh dedicated his life to family, education and experiencing the many splendors of the world through travel. The youngest of 12 children, Raj bravely left his home after graduating #1…

When hearts are broken by sudden and unexpected death, thoughtful words expressing the love, admiration, and gratitude felt for this person no longer in our physical midst can ease the grief and begin the healing.  Mike’s daughter, Sarah, has, with such thoughtfulness, painted a vivid picture of her father, one that his daughter, Carra, and…

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nancy Ellen Stamey, who left us on Monday, February 17, 2025 at the age of 79. Nancy was a devoted Christian, beloved aunt, and cherished friend whose legacy of compassion, leadership, and faith will continue to touch all who knew her.…

Kevin Robert Cadigan of Chapel Hill, NC, formerly of Los Osos, CA, died on February 17, 2025, as the result of a stroke. He was 86. Born in 1938 in Swarthmore, PA, to Robert James and Rosemary (Cowden) Cadigan, Kevin kept an almost lifelong connection to his hometown. After leaving Swarthmore to head to college…

Douglas “Doug” Allen Miller, age 36, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his wife, parents, and mother-in-law, in Apex, NC, on Sunday, February 16, 2025. He faced his aggressive cancer diagnosis with incredible strength and positivity. Doug was born on November 18, 1988, in Indianapolis, IN, and raised in Greenfield, IN. During his early years, he…

Linda Pogue Schwertman Liles, lifetime educator, loyal colleague, champion baker, friend to many, beloved wife, sister, mother, and grandmother passed away on February 13, 2025. She was born in New York City on April 17, 1953 to Elmer Chester Schwertman, and Mary Pogue Tyree “Dee” Schwertman. Her family moved to Raleigh, NC in 1954, when…

Rosalie Cook Corbin, 95, passed away on February 13, 2025, just in time to celebrate Valentine’s Day with her beloved husband, Harry. She was a cherished mother to Deborah Corbin Sievert of Hillsborough, NC. Born in Leicester, NC, in 1929, Rosalie was the daughter of Calvin Charles Cook and Ann Young Cook. As a child,…