Josephine Estelle Dowd McCullers Obituary
The memory of Josephine Estelle Dowd McCullers of Raleigh, North Carolina, who passed away on December 2, 2025 at the age of 82, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Josephine Estelle Dowd McCullers to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid adieu to Josephine's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Josephine has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She is survived by: her children, Pamela Yates, Ricardo McCullers (Arlene), James M. McCullers (Latrice), Ursula McCullers and Deidre McCullers; her sister Sandra Dowd Cassidy Watkins (James); and her aunts, Dorothy B. Henderson and Edith B. Vandergriff (William). She is also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.
Viewing was held on Monday, December 8th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Steven L Lyons Funeral Home (1515 New Bern Ave, Raleigh, NC 27610). Visitation was held on Tuesday, December 9th 2025 from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM at the Mount Peace Baptist Church (1601 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27610). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, December 9th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Tuesday, December 9th 2025 at the Mount Hope Cemetery (120 Prospect Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603).
