Tuesday, the Roanoke Rapids Board of Trustees and district leaders got their first official tour of the new school before the regular monthly board meeting.  

The 96,000 square foot facility is scheduled to open for students following winter break on January 2.  

Board members were pleased with the progress.

Superintendent Dain Butler said, “It’s obviously a very well-built, gorgeous facility. From what I’ve seen tonight, I’m confident we will open on time. The district is grateful to our county commissioners.”

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In other items, the board received a report from Adam Scepurek, CPA with Anderson Smith & Wike.  

Auditors found no material weaknesses, deficiencies, misstatements or disagreements over accounting issues giving the district a clean audit following its annual review.  

The board also recognized all its principals as part of National Principal Month and Clara Hearne Pre-K teacher Jennifer Neathery as the 2017 Exceptional Children’s Educator of Excellence.  

Neathery will go on to represent the district at the annual state Exceptional Children’s Conference in Greensboro in November.

On Tuesday, following an investigation which began September 27, detective R.M. Brown charged Diane Medina, 38, of Roanoke Rapids, with felony neglect of a child causing serious bodily injury.

Hall declined to discuss how the child was neglected. He did confirm the child was 4-years-old but declined to disclose gender.

It was not immediately clear how the child had been neglected before their condition was reported through medical facilities and an investigation was launched by social services and the sheriff’s office.

Medina posted a $3,000 bond and has a November 15 court date.

The child continues to recover at a undisclosed medical facility.

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On October 13 shortly after 11 p.m., Sergeant J.R. Matthews stopped a Ford Explorer on West Tenth Street for an expired registration plate.

The driver, who was later identified as Solomon Thomas Johnston, 46, of Roanoke Rapids, was an absconder from probation and parole. He also had two orders for his arrest outstanding.

Johnston provided Matthews a false name during the encounter.

Further investigation led to Matthews discovering Johnston’s identity along with marijuana and cocaine.

Johnston was taken to the sheriff’s office where he was charged with felony possession of cocaine, possession of marijuana, resisting a public officer and driving with a revoked license. He was later placed in the Halifax County Detention Center under a $6,000 secured bond and a November 1 court date pending.

On September 26, the sheriff’s office responded to a residence in the West Tenth Street area of Roanoke Rapids regarding a breaking and entering.

Investigation by Detective R.B. Biggerstaff led to warrants being obtained on Andrew Hardin, 29, of Roanoke Rapids.

Hardin was arrested Monday and charged with felony breaking and entering, felony larceny after breaking and entering, felony possession of stolen goods, and injury to real property.

He received a $7,000 secured bond and November 8 court date.

Yellow Jackets JV coach Seth Warren has been named the new Roanoke Rapids High School Yellow Jackets Men's Varsity basketball coach and Roanoke Rapids Alumnus and RRHS teacher Chris Lyons will take over duties as the Jackets men's JV coach.

Warren stated, "I’m excited for the opportunity. I’ve worked hard for this opportunity and I consider myself very lucky to start my varsity coaching career at a school like Roanoke Rapids. We have some great players coming up through and we have a lot of new faces that will have to play a major role for us. We lost 6 seniors from last year and replacing them will be tough, but there are some young guys who are ready to fill the void. I could not be more excited for the opportunity to grow with these young men and help them on the court and beyond."

Warren added, Chris Lyons will be the Jackets JV coach and Varsity assistant. He’s a RRHS alumni and will be a major asset. I really want the community to be a part of our success and I hope everyone can come out and show support like they always have.

The officers of the quarter were Lieutenant Charles Vaught, Detective Gorton Williams, Officer Joe DeSare and Master Officer Jamie Hardy.

“Lieutenant Vaught has been doing a great job in directing CID in the right direction and assisting with cases as well,” Hasty said.

Over the last three months Vaught handled more than 33 cases including six child-related matters, a suicide, two assaults, a robbery and a missing person. He handled 11 larcenies and 11 other cases. “Lieutenant Vaught has been able to close 24 cases with seven resulting in arrests. He completed all this while attending Tedi Bear (Children’s Advocacy Center) appointments (in Greenville) as well as handling his supervisory duties in CID assigning cases and contacting victims.”

Williams, Hasty said, has handled 30 cases over the last three months which have included two involving children, three breaking, entering and larceny matters, nine larcenies, seven fraud cases, one assault and seven other cases ranging from theft to forgery. “Detective Williams has closed 22 cases and 10 were with arrests. Detective Williams has displayed a very unselfish work ethic as he is willing to step up and take a case without being asked to do so. Detective Williams takes pride in the quality of cases he turns into the district attorney’s office, which makes prosecution easy.”

Hardy was recently promoted to master officer and he and DeSare consistently lead the department in felony arrests, and drug and gun seizures.

Assisting family

Hasty also noted Vaught and Williams assisted a family of four this summer when they were unable to afford a room. “It was at least 100 degrees outside and the family had no money and nowhere to go. Lieutenant Vaught and Detective Williams saw to it they had a room at Fairfax Motel by paying for it with their money and not asking for anything in return. This display of compassion is something that is not taught but comes with human nature. I would like to make sure they are recognized for this awesome display of human kindness during our nation’s struggle with coming together as one.”

Williams told council he had an offer to go to another department but decided to stay. “This is my family.”

Williams recounted how when he was asked by former Chief Greg Lawson where he saw himself in the future, “I told him I plan to sit where you’re sitting at.”

Hasty and Hagbourne

New officer

Hasty also recognized Clarice Hagbourne as the department’s newest officer.

Growing up in Ahoskie, she is a Hertford County High School graduate and later attended Halifax Community College where she obtained her basic law enforcement training certificate.

She began her career in 2010 with the Woodland Police Department and has worked with the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office, Hillsborough Police Department and North Carolina Central University Police Department.

She received her intermediate certificate through North Carolina Criminal Justice and Training Standards and was certified as a traffic enforcement specialist in 2014.

Kunta Kinte Shearin was a passenger in a vehicle in which the driver was stopped for a traffic violation around 1:45 p.m. on Highway 301 near East Second Street.

City County Drug Task Force Captain A.M. Harris said in a statement Shearin had something in his mouth.

With assistance from Corporal Phillip Moyer and Deputy Christian Carman of the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office, Shearin, 39, of Roanoke Rapids, was asked to step out of the vehicle.

Harris gave Shearin several commands to spit the substance, later identified to be crack cocaine, out. After trying to swallow it several times, he eventually spit the 2.7 grams of crack onto the hood of a patrol car.

He was also found in possession of a Chore Boy scouring pad which is used to form a filter in homemade crack pipes and a steel rod as well.

Shearin was arrested and charged with felony possession of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia and resisting a public officer.

He has a November 15 court date.

In 2015 he attempted to swallow but eventually spit out a golf ball size amount of crack containing 14.4 grams.

The driver, Bryant Harrison, was cited for not being licensed as a driver and has a December 4 court date.

The yellow Jackets beat the Bunn Wildcats 7-1.

The Roanoke Rapids goals were scored by Carson Neal with 2, Anderson Castillo with 2 and Zach Carter, Emerson Escobar, Jake Van Dam all with 1 goal each.

Jackets goals were assisted by Camden Parks with 2, Carson Neal with 2, Chase Johnson, Jake Van Dam, Emerson Escobar all with 1 each.

Jackets goalie Thomas Merritt had 10 saves in goal.

Post match comments from Roanoke Rapids head coach Craig Jean, "It is a big win for us. Camden Parks had his best game of the year. We made good decisions and handled the small field well. Anderson Castillo got us going with 2 nice goals early on. He was on tonight and fun to watch. The entire team is locked in and playing great right now. Everyone is doing their jobs and we are putting on great performances. It is nice to see other teams go to pieces fouling us and getting multiple cards while we just keep our mouths shut and make plays. It proves what I have been stressing to them about maintaining composure We have put ourselves in the position to win the conference on our home turf next Wednesday. It is gonna be very difficult. Granville Central has handled their business as well. 18-0-1 vs 19-0-1 is gonna be a great matchup just like our first game at Granville Central, and will definitely go a long way towards getting us prepared for playoff win or go home pressure."

William R. Davie beat Gaston Middle  16-6.

“We’re going to follow leads and see if they are connected,” Chief Chuck Hasty said.

The vehicle break-in was reported by the homeowner around 9:30 p.m. after they noticed an interior light on.

When the homeowner, who lives in the 800 block of Halifax Street, stepped outside, one suspect was inside the vehicle. When the homeowner yelled, the person ran off.

Hasty said the homeowner provided a good description and Master Officer J. Hardy and his dog, Storm, along with Officer S. Blythe set up a track.

Two people, including 16-year-old Ramon Luis Rodriguez, of Roanoke Rapids, ran and split up.

Officers set up a perimeter and Sergeant M. Moseley found Rodriguez in the area where the track led him.

Rodriguez was charged with breaking and entering a motor vehicle, larceny, possession of stolen goods, resist, delay and obstruct and was cited for possession of marijuana.

He received a $5,000 bond and November 1 court date.

Hasty said change was taken from the vehicle.

The investigation also led officers to locate two people wanted on outstanding warrants who were in the area at the time.

Al Randolph Thomas Jr., 25, of Murfreesboro, had an outstanding order for arrest and was found in possession marijuana.

He received a $1,500 bond and October 25 court date.

Donovan Demetree Edwards, 22, of Littleton, was arrested on outstanding warrants for felonious restraint, assault on a female, communicating threats and trespassing.

He was jailed without opportunity for bond and has a November 8 court date.

His charges stem from a report Tuesday he allegedly assaulted a victim. He then made the victim get in a vehicle and drive to another location.

Lieutenant B. Norton, Investigator J.K. Davis and officers A. Green and C. Fortier assisted.

CHAPEL HILL -  The North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) finalized and released the playoff brackets for the 2017 Volleyball Championships.

Two Roanoke Valley schools (Weldon High and Northampton County High) made the 2017 NCHSAA Volleyball State Playoffs.

Play is scheduled to begin with games at the higher seed through the first five rounds beginning with first round contests on October 21^st. Second round is scheduled for October 24^th, the third round is slated for October 26^th, fourth round games are set for October 28^th and the Regional Finals are planned for October 31^st.

1A Volleyball Championship First Round Pairings

East

#1 Perquimans (21-2), BYE

#17 Franklin Academy (13-9) at #16 Weldon (9-3)

#8 Pender (12-10), BYE

#24 East Carteret (8-10) at #9 Northampton (12-4)

#5 Lakewood (19-3), BYE

#21 Gates County (10-13) at #12 Falls Lake Academy (15-7)

#4 Riverside-Martin (21-1), BYE

#20 East Wake Academy (13-10) at #13 Pamlico County (13-6)

#3 Louisburg (24-1), BYE

#19 Northside-Pinetown (10-4) at #14 Princeton (14-10)

#6 Raleigh Charter (11-5), BYE

#22 Voyager Academy (10-14) at #11 Camden County (19-4)

#7 Bear Grass Charter (15-5), BYE

#23 South Creek (13-8) at #10 East Columbus (9-12)

#2 Roxboro Community (24-2), BYE

#18 Manteo (10-8) at #15 Cape Hatteras (9-6)

The chamber sent out a press release on the matter dated Wednesday, but a letter Jim Trzinski sent to the board gives more detail to the reasoning behind his decision to step down.

Trzinski came onboard as chamber president in March. He tendered his resignation Wednesday, according to the statement by Charles Guerry, chair of the chamber board.

“In this short time Jim has demonstrated his ability to advocate for business, build partnerships and drive the chamber of commerce forward,” the statement said. “He has brought a lot of positive energy to the Roanoke Valley and we are sorry to see him go.”

Guerry credited Trzinski with forming the Roanoke Area Networking Team and the Young Professionals Network.

He also enhanced the chamber’s web and social media presence.

“I appreciate the opportunities I have been given during my time with the chamber of commerce,” Trzinski said in the statement. “I will treasure all of the friendships and business relationships that I have gained during my time here.”

In an email to the chamber of board of directors, which was obtained today by rrspin.com, Trzinski details the reasons why he decided to resign.

The subject line of the email he sent was tagged A Heavy Heart and begins with him saying, “The past couple of weeks have been very difficult for me at the Chamber. I have not gotten a lot of sleep and it is starting to take a toll on my health and my marriage.

“As I have shared with you over the past couple of months, the Chamber has been in a difficult financial situation. This financial situation has been ongoing, I am told, for the past number of years. The Chamber has been kicking the financial problem can down the road and we have finally caught up with it.”

This week, he wrote, “We will not be able to meet payroll and pay our bills. The Executive Committee thought that we could use a line of credit to get us through, but nobody renewed the line of credit last year and it expired. CCB Bank will not extend an unsecured line of credit to us at this point because of our financial situation.”

Trzinski said he tried to cut expenses in any way he could. “We eliminated all of the employee credit cards, we eliminated our monthly beverage contribution to the Business After Hours and I have not renewed any state or national Chamber of Commerce memberships to name a few.”  

To remedy the situation, he wrote, “The only way that I see out of this predicament is to release employees to cut the expenses even further.  Being I am the only employee that does not have a home mortgage or a family in Roanoke Rapids, I see my departure is the way to save the most amount of money.”

He said the chamber owes him close to $2,500 and with this week's payroll, it will be more than $4,000. “My wife is not happy that I am working and incurring this shortfall in reimbursements.  This amount is a culmination of my moving expense balance and a car allowance balance for over three months.”  

He said in his effort to save the organization money, he hasn’t turned in any meal receipts, very limited fuel receipts and has not taken a health and dental insurance policy, which he said was promised him in his initial agreement, because it surpassed the allotment for the health insurance reimbursement.

He said he uncovered some "situations after I arrived that were not made known to me when I accepted the position.”

He said a $10,000 credit card debt, multiple past due accounts, a $3,000 debt to the chamber foundation, loans on existing savings accounts were just some of the situations that were not brought to the forefront before he was hired. “These situations have all added to the dismal financial situation that we find ourselves in.”

Trzinski said he has tried to bring back excitement to the chamber by promoting new programs such as networking and young professionals to name a few. “I have solicited new businesses and past chamber members to start new memberships or renew memberships that had expired.   Along with the staff, we have also updated our social media and website presence. I have enjoyed working with the Chamber member businesses and I do feel I have brought new excitement to the Chamber.”

Trzinski said he believed, “ … the Chamber has been living outside of its means for a number of years and now is a serious time for the Chamber's ultimate existence. There are difficult decisions that will have to be made by the Board of Directors to insure the longevity of the Chamber of Commerce.”

Guerry this afternoon said the board has discovered no malfeasance within the books. “Everything was handled appropriately. The chamber has been operating on a very tight budget.”

The vital issue is fundraising, Guerry said. While tourism has an occupancy tax, the chamber’s budget relies on membership and fundraising.

The board doesn’t have immediate plans to name an interim president, Guerry said, and believes the current staff will be able to do the job. He said the board will be looking at how to improve the budget situation. “It’s something we’re going to address.”

Guerry said the chamber remains a vital part of the community. “Small business is too vital. We have to keep moving forward.”

On Tuesday at approximately noon, Officer J. Shelburne responded to the Emergency Department at Halifax Regional Medical Center about a disturbance.

Shelburne spoke with hospital security about the matter and learned Kayla Renee Johnson, 20, of Roanoke Rapids, dropped someone off at the ER and when she returned she allegedly attempted to start an altercation with the person.  

She was told to leave but refused.

She was arrested and charged with trespassing.

She received a $1,000 bond and November 7 court date.

Sgt. T. Tyler assisted.

Domestic  

On Tuesday at approximately noon, Tyler responded to a residence in the 100 block of Duke Street about an assault.  

He spoke with the victim and noticed she had visible injuries to the mouth.  

Rakeon Lamonta Silver, 20, of Roanoke Rapids, was charged with assault on a female.

He was jailed without opportunity for bond and has a November 17 court date.

Shelburne assisted.

Trespasser charged

On Wednesday at approximately 4:15 a.m., Officer A. Green responded to Sheetz on a trespassing call.

Haywood Odell Collins, 38, of Roanoke Rapids, was on the property.

Collins became irate and started cursing and making threats to Green as he was asked to leave.  Collins was arrested and charged with trespassing, communicating threats and resisting/delaying/obstructing an officer.

He received a $2,000 bond and December 22 court date.

Officer C. Fortier assisted

Charges filed in nail salon case

On Wednesday at approximately 8:30 a.m. Mahogany Ellasia Person, 16, of Roanoke Rapids was arrested and charged by Lt. C.L. Vaught for obtaining property by false pretense.  

Vaught told rrspin.com Friday he intended to file additional counts against the girl after it was learned she and a juvenile allegedly passed a $100 movie prop bill at an additional nail salon.

Officer J. Spragins assisted.

Agent C.A. Parker received several complaints of drug sales and drug use at this residence.  

Shortly after 11 a.m., task force members with the assistance of the patrol division of the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office executed the search warrant at the residence.

During the search of the residence, with the assistance of Corporal Phillip Moyer, and his dog, Bosco, approximately 10 homemade crack smoking pipes were seized.

Parker cited Jeanette Barrett, 59, and Sophia Vincent, 48, with a North Carolina Uniform Citation for possession of drug paraphernalia.  

They were given November 15 court dates.  

Parker continues his investigation of the residence.

For the fourth year, the Lady Jackets are taking orders for fresh cut Fraser Fir NC Christmas trees and wreaths to benefit the Lady Jackets softball program. Table top size trees or full size trees may be ordered from 5 foot up to 10 foot while wreaths can be ordered 24 or 36 inch and even a cross shaped.

The softball program has had three years of success in selling these trees and the fresh cross shaped wreath is one of the hottest sellers.Order forms can be seen and printed by downloading from below.

Orders and payment must be received by November 27th for the Sunday December 3rd pick-up. The trees will be available for pick up December 3rd at the Roanoke Rapids Softball field 1-4 PM. Also this year for $10.00 fee trees can be delivered within the City of Roanoke Rapids area. Red bows will be available to purchase while supplies last on pick-up day.

For more information contact any Roanoke Rapids High School Lady Jackets softball member or Coach Steve Milligan at milligans.rrhs@rrgsd,org 252-676-0572 or Randy Wrenn at randy@rrspin.com 252-673-1480.

Betty was born in Halifax County, November 17, 1943, to the late James L. and Adele Davis Wood. 

She was a long-time member of Little Country Baptist Church and a loving mother and grandmother. 

In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband, James Robert “Bob” Millen.

Surviving are her son, Christopher “Kris” E. Kling and wife Darlene of Roanoke Rapids and her grandchildren, Erika Jordan Kling and Ronnie Wayne Sanderson.

Rev. James Jenkins will conduct a graveside service Sunday, October 22, 2017, in Cedarwood Cemetery at 2:00 pm. 

The family will receive friends at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service prior to graveside services from 12:30-1:30 pm.

Online condolences may be sent to www.hockadayfs.com

Alan was born in Green County, WI, the son of the late August and Eileen Elmer Martini. Alan spent his working life in Wisconsin farming, after moving to Roanoke Rapids, he was employed with the Roanoke Rapids Graded  School District.

He is survived by: his wife Lynne Reasa Martini; a daughter, Lana R. King and her husband David, of Roanoke Rapids, NC; a Son Dale A. Martini and his wife Elizabeth, of Wake Forest, NC; a sister, Mary Martini, of Yuma, AZ; a brother Ron Martini and his wife Karen, of Monroe, WI; four grandchildren, Caleb Horn and Carter Horn of Roanoke Rapids, NC, Noah Martini and Charlotte Martini of Wake Forest, NC.

A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church, 339 Roanoke Ave., Roanoke Rapids, NC, Saturday, October 21, 2017, at 11:00 AM, with Rev. Wanda Ogden, officiating.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: wrennclarkehagan.com

In a statement released today, board Chair Charles Guerry said the panel “is fully aware of the existing challenges.”

He said the board has established the framework for moving forward in an effective way. “This time of year is historically a challenging time, but payroll is being met.We have and are developing the framework through our finance committee to establish an austerity plan toward an improved financial future.”

Said Guerry in the statement, “The Roanoke Valley Chamber of Commerce has been and will continue to be a vital part of our community and the Board of Directors is committed to maintaining the services it provides.”

Trzinski came onboard as chamber president in March. He tendered his resignation Wednesday.

In his resignation letter to the board, Trzinski cited the financial situation at the chamber as one of the reasons he decided to depart. “The only way that I see out of this predicament is to release employees to cut the expenses even further.  Being I am the only employee that does not have a home mortgage or a family in Roanoke Rapids, I see my departure is the way to save the most amount of money.”

Larceny suspects arrested

On Tuesday loss prevention with Walmart reported to Officer J. Shelburne two suspects entered the store around 2 p.m. They allegedly removed items from their packages and left without paying.

Loss prevention turned over still photographs and video to Shelburne who identified them as Erick Lamonz Hilton, 30, and Troy Antwan Herring, 24, both of Roanoke Rapids.  

Warrants for arrest were obtained for larceny and possession of stolen goods.

On Thursday around noon, Hilton and Herring were located at a residence in the 200 block of Monroe Street and taken into custody.

Both received $1,000 bonds and November 17 court dates.

Lieutenant P. Parks, Investigator G. Williams, Master Officer A. Salmon and Officer J. Spragins assisted.

Emporia man faces charges

On Thursday at approximately 4 p.m., Domonique Dante Morgan, 38, of Emporia, came to the police department to be served with warrants for possession of a stolen firearm and obtaining property by false pretense.

The charges stem from an investigation by Lieutenant C.L. Vaught where Morgan allegedly sold a stolen gun to a local business on October 9.

The gun was taken in a breaking and entering in Brunswick County, Virginia.

He received a $2,000 bond and December 6 court date.  

The City of Roanoke Rapids is now accepting applications for the following positions:

Equipment Mechanic (Public Works)

An employee in this class serves as a skilled mechanic in the garage. The employee performs responsible and specialized skilled mechanical work on a variety of automotive, construction and specialized equipment which will include, but not limited to, mechanical work repairing gasoline and diesel motors and engines, and performing preventative maintenance, particularly on heavy equipment.  The work requires operation of various test equipment and hand tools in order to support the work in both inside and outside environments.

Qualifications include graduation from high school supplemented by course work in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment and engines and considerable experience in the automotive and heavy equipment repair.  Must hold a valid NC Commercial Driver’s License.

(Part Time) Aqua Zumba Instructor

An employee in this class plans, coordinates and provides instruction for Aqua Zumba fitness program activities.  Qualifications:  - Zumba and/or Aqua Zumba Certifications (Preferred, but not required) – High School Diploma or GED – Must have excellent people service skills – Ability to provide service with integrity – Must have good verbal and written communication skills. 

(Part Time) Public Works Worker (Public Works

An employee in this position performs skilled technical and trades work in the maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment. Job duties include but are not limited to grass cutting, leaf collection, street sign maintenance, and other duties necessary in the Public Works Department.

 (Part Time) Building Supervisor (Parks & Rec)

 An employee in this position supervises scheduled activities and is the City’s point of contact during these activities.  Hours are mainly evenings and weekends according to activities that are scheduled. 

ALL POSITIONS ARE OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The City of Roanoke Rapids is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color,

religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status,

or any other legally protected status.

Applications may be obtained at www.roanokerapidsnc.com or may be picked up at City Hall – 1040 Roanoke Avenue, Roanoke Rapids, NC 

Kathy A. Kearney – HR Manager – City of Roanoke Rapids 

Phone: (252) 533-2845 – Fax (252) 537-2097

COMMITTEE VACANCIES:  

Contact Traci Storey, City Clerk, at (252) 533-2840 for committee information.

►Historic Preservation Advisory Committee         

►Planning Board/Board of Adjustment (ETJ)

►Canal Museum Advisory Committee 

ROANOKE RAPIDS CITY COUNCIL

Mayor Emery G. Doughtie    Mayor Pro Tem Carl Ferebee            

Council Members:  Ernest C. Bobbitt, Suetta S. Scarbrough, Carol H. Cowen, Wayne Smith

Joseph Scherer, City Manager   Gilbert Chichester, City Attorney

Traci V. Storey, City Clerk    Kathy Kearney, Deputy City Clerk

He was born in Johnston County, son of the late Ezekial and Alona Jones. 

Mr. Jones was retired from the Town of Gaston as Water and Street Superintendent. He was a member of Gaston Baptist Church.

Mr. Jones was preceded in death by his wife, Edna Norris Jones; an infant son, Earl Jones; infant daughter, Shirley Faye Jones; brothers, Roland and Obie Jones; sister, Alice Butler.

Surviving are two sons, Wayne Jones (Janice), of Roanoke Rapids, Gary Jones (Significant other, Tammy), of Conway,NC; two daughters, Deanie J. Manning (Henry), of Gaston, Glenda J. Rowland (Joe), of Roanoke Rapids; 15 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild; special caregiver, Laura Thompson.

The family extends a special thank you to the staff of Pruitt Home Health and Hospice.

Funeral Services will be held at 4:00 pm Sunday, October 22, 2017, in the Chapel of Wrenn, Clarke and Hagan Funeral Home with Rev. Julian Mills and Rev. Tim Andrews  officiating. Burial will follow in Old Cedarwood Cemetery.

Online condolences may be made to www.wrennclakehagan.com

Joanne was born in Danville, VA, the daughter of the late Winfred P. Terry and Louise Slayton Terry. 

She graduated from North Carolina State University, in 1991 and was a Certified Public Accountant with Clifton, Larson, Allen.

She is survived by: her husband Michael Dale Gibson; a brother, Jay Howard Terry, of Danville, VA, and a nephew, Patrick Jay Terry of Danville, VA.

Funeral services will be conducted Monday, October 23, 2017, at 3:00 PM, at Enterprise Baptist Church, 404 Enterprise Road, Littleton, NC, with Dr. Darren Lambert and Dr. Michael Cloer, officiating. 

The family will receive at the church from 1:30 PM until 3:00 PM.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, October 24, 2017, at 11:30 AM, at Highland Burial Park, 3049 North Main Street, Danville, VA.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at: wrennclarkehagan.com