Dickens Funeral Service, Inc.

10/14/2026

Maxine Dickens Bryant

Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, You are loved beyond words and Missed beyond M easure. Maxine Dickens Bryant of Seattle Washington, the daughter of the late Elder Joe W. Dickens and Isabelle Knight Dickens answered her calling and accepted her wings. She was married to the late James Bryant. She was a graduate of Conetoe High School (class of 66) and a Fayetteville State University graduate. She is survived by one brother, Cornell Dickens of Greenville,...

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09/14/2026

🕊️ Remembering Mr. Joe W. Dickens, Jr. on His Birthday

Today, we pause to remember and honor the life and legacy of Mr. Joe W. Dickens, Jr., former owner of Dickens Funeral Service.

Though Mr. Dickens transitioned from this life, the impact of his service, leadership, and dedication to families throughout Tarboro and the surrounding communities continues to live on.

His commitment to serving others helped lay a foundation that continues to be carried forward through Dickens Funeral Service today.

On his birthday, we honor his memory, celebrate his life, and remain grateful for the legacy he left behind.

Happy Heavenly Birthday, Mr. Dickens. Your legacy lives on. 🕊️

08/27/2026

Lee Roy Sherrod

Lee Roy Sherrod age 66, died Sunday August 23, 2026. Services for Mr. Sherrod will be held on Wednesday, September 02, 2026 at 1:00pm at Dickens Funeral Service Chapel. A public viewing will be held Two hours prior to the service. He is survived by his wife Mary Sharpe Sherrod of the home, two sons Wayne Andrews, Asheboro, NC and Torrey Downing, Georgia. Three step -daughters, Erica Davidson, Shade' Sharpe, Quintara Sharpe. Three Step - grandchildren. Three brothers, Calvin Sherrod,...

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08/15/2026

Celebration of Life for Mr. Robert Lee Harrell🕊

08/10/2026

Mr. Robert Lee Harrell

Mr. Robert Lee Harrell, age 70 of Tarboro, departed this earthly life on August 6, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00PM, Saturday, August 15, 2026 at Conetoe Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Conetoe. Interment will follow at Eastlawn Memorial Gardens, Tarboro. A visitation will be held from 2:00PM - 6:00PM, Friday, August 14, 2026 at Dickens Funeral Service, Tarboro. These Prompt, Efficient and Professional Services have been entrusted to Dickens Funeral Service, Tarboro.

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08/04/2026

Mr. Tony Everett, Jr.

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07/29/2026

Celebrating the Life of Mr. Delmetrius C. Foreman🕊

07/22/2026

Delmetrius Carlleta Foreman

Delmetrius C. Foreman, age 46 of Princeville, transitioned peacefully on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. A funeral service will be held at 1:00PM, Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at Batts Chapel Baptist Church, Tarboro. Interment will follow at Salem Chapel Misisonary Baptist Church Cemetery,Tarboro. A viewing will be held from 2:00PM - 6:00PM, Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at Dickens Funeral Service, Tarboro. These Prompt, Efficient and Professional Services have been entrusted to Dickens Funeral Services, Tarboro.

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07/19/2026

Due to an unexpected issue with our phone service provider, our office telephone lines are temporarily unavailable. We are actively working to have service restored as quickly as possible.

Please know that we remain available to serve our families during this time. If you need immediate assistance or would like to speak with us, please contact us at (252)904-4718.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to resolve this matter. Thank you for continuing to trust Dickens Funeral Service, Inc.

— Dickens Funeral Service, Inc

07/19/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Ms. Jacqueline Dickens! 🎉

Dickens Funeral Service proudly congratulates Ms. Jacqueline Dickens on receiving her North Carolina Provisional Funeral Director License.

As the daughter of our beloved founder, Mr. Joe W. Dickens, Jr., Jacqueline represents the next generation of compassionate service and dedicated professionalism. We are excited to watch her grow in the funeral profession as she continues the legacy of excellence, dignity, and care that her father established within our community.

Your Dickens Funeral Service family is proud of this milestone and looks forward to all that you will accomplish in serving families with the same heart and commitment that has defined the Dickens name for generations.

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Jacqueline Dickens on this outstanding achievement. We wish her continued success and God’s richest blessings as she embarks on this meaningful journey.

Congratulations, Jacqueline! Your future in funeral service is bright, and your family’s legacy continues. 💙