H.D. Weaver Memorial Chapel

02/17/2026

🎉 GRAND ANNOUNCEMENT! 🎉

We are excited to share a major milestone for our firm and our community!

H.D. Weaver Memorial Chapel has officially surrendered its chapel license and is now fully licensed as a funeral establishment by the North Carolina Board of Funeral Service.

Our funeral establishment license was officially issued on February 15, 2026, which means we are now a full-service funeral home and may advertise and operate as such.

This achievement represents growth, perseverance, and our unwavering commitment to serve families with excellence, dignity, and compassion. We are proud to stand as Durham, North Carolina’s newest funeral home, ready to meet the needs of our community with trusted, professional care.

THANK YOU to everyone who has supported us on this journey. We look forward to serving Durham and surrounding communities for generations to come.

02/11/2026

At the request of the family of Mr. Wilbert “Shake” Edwards, there will no longer be a one-hour visitation. They have decided to start the service at 12:15pm. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may have caused.

02/09/2026

Celebrating the Life of Mrs. Virginia Mitchell Lunsford

02/05/2026

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Wilbert “Shake” Edwards.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Edwards family during this difficult time. During this time of loss, we pray that God’s comforting presence surrounds you, offering peace that surpasses all understanding and strength for the days ahead.

Services for Mr. Edwards will take place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at H.D. Weaver Memorial Chapel (124 E. Edgewood Dr. Durham, NC 27704). Visitation will be held from 12pm-1pm and service will begin at 1pm. Interment will follow at Glennview Memorial Park.

Please join us in keeping the Edwards family lifted in your thoughts and prayers. We also invite you to share condolences on the guestbook, which can be found on our website (see link below).

Compassionate Services Entrusted To:

H.D. Weaver Memorial Chapel
124 E. Edgewood Drive
Durham, NC 27704
919-342-1414

View Wilbert Mack “Shake” Edwards's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

02/03/2026

With heartfelt sorrow, we share the passing of Mrs. Virginia Mitchell Lunsford, 93, of Durham, NC. Mrs. Lunsford entered into eternal rest on January 30, 2026.

We extend our sincere condolences to her family as they walk through this season of loss. May they find peace in the promise of God’s comfort and strength, and may the memories of her life bring light to the days ahead.

Services for Mrs. Lunsford will take place on Monday, February 9, 2026 at H.D. Weaver Memorial Chapel (124 E. Edgewood Dr. Durham, NC 27704). Visitation will be held from 12pm-1pm and service will begin at 1pm.

Please join us in keeping the Lunsford family lifted in your thoughts and prayers. We also invite you to share condolences on the guestbook, which can be found on our website (see link below).

Compassionate Services Entrusted To:

H.D. Weaver Memorial Chapel
124 E. Edgewood Drive
Durham, NC 27704
919-342-1414

View Virginia Lunsford's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

02/03/2026

Chris Weaver is a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer who has served families with compassion from a young age. He was reared by his late father, Mr. Harry D. Weaver Sr., whose influence helped shape Chris’ lifelong calling to funeral service.

A Durham native, Chris is a graduate of Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Georgia and has been licensed in North Carolina since 2017.

Known for his calm demeanor and steady presence, he brings comfort and reassurance to families during some of life’s most difficult moments. Chris is honored to serve and support families throughout his community with compassion and care.

Though he is behind the scenes most of the time, we are grateful for his hardwork and dedication.

H.D. Weaver Memorial Chapel
📍124 E. Edgewood Dr. Durham, NC 27704
☎️ 919-342-1414
🔗 www.knjonesmemorialcare.com

**This location is a licensed chapel owned and operated by K.N. Jones Memorial Care, LLC ! Whether you’re in Chapel Hill or Durham, we’re only one phone call away**

01/22/2026

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01/19/2026

Celebrating the life and legacy of Thorne Rogers. It was truly an honor to serve the Rogers family during a beautiful celebration of life that featured a classic horse and carriage processional. The elegance and meaning of this tribute spoke volumes.

We thank the Rogers family for trusting us to serve them during their time of loss. Please continue to keep this family in your thoughts and prayers. 🕊️💙

Professional Services Entrusted to H.D. Weaver Memorial Chapel (licensed chapel owned and operated by K.N. Jones Memorial Care, LLC ).

01/14/2026

The 2026 calendars are finally in 🎊🗓️

Now available at K.N. Jones Memorial Care, LLC (112 S. Graham St. Chapel Hill, NC 27516)! If you’re in need of one, let us know and we’ll make arrangements for pickup/delivery! 💙

K.N. Jones Memorial Care, LLC is pleased to announce that our 2026 calendars have officially arrived.

Members of our community are welcome to stop by during regular business hours to pick up a complimentary copy, available while supplies last.

We sincerely appreciate your patience during the delay and remain grateful for the continued support of the families we serve. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

📍112 S. Graham St. Chapel Hill, NC 27516

01/10/2026

We gathered to honor and celebrate the life of Mr. Thorne D. Rogers. Forever loved, deeply missed, and always remembered. ✨🕊️

10/11/2025

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. – Matthew 5:4

It was our honor to serve the family of Elder McDonald Newkirk during this time of bereavement. We thank you for entrusting H.D. Weaver Memorial Chapel with the care of your loved one and the sacred responsibility of celebrating his life.

May the peace of God continue to abide with you. 🕊️