Our Staff

Caleb Blue Sr.  has roots in North Carolina and has been apart of the Benson area community for nearly 50 years.  He worked with Chicopee Inc for 28 years before retiring.  He is known for always lending a helping hand and being there for others in their time of need.   Caleb is a man of few words but has the presence and boldness of a lion.  He is the loving and fearless head of the Blue Family by which he is loved and adored.  In his spare time enjoys spending time with family, fishing, playing pool, and working on small projects. Caleb is proud to represent  this company that holds his namesake  and exited about being able to work along side his family while serving and helping others.

Shirley Blue has roots in North and South Carolina and has been apart of the Benson area community for nearly 50 years.  Her devotion to God , family and loving others are a few of many attributes that represent her and her offspring. Shirley worked for Johnston County School System for a number of years and she owned and operated Touch Of Love Daycare for nearly 20 years before retiring.  Shirley is known for her faith in God and  unwavering love for people and the community. In her free time she enjoys visiting her children and grandchildren,  cooking savory meals with love , family gathering's and vacationing. Shirley is an ordained minister and a Pastor in Harnett County.  We are proud to have Shirley and Caleb Blue Sr at the helm of our company and we look forward to making a difference in the lives of everyone we come in contact with. 

Born and raised in eastern NC, Torez has had a passion for funeral services since he was young. He started working at a funeral home part-time at age 18 and became a Licensed Funeral Director in 2019. He completed his Associate Degree in Funeral Service and became a Licensed Embalmer in 2023. Torez is also a Licensed Life Insurance Agent and a Certified Cremation Technician. In his spare time, He enjoys playing golf and piano and spending time with his family. Torez believes that grief is not only something you experience, but something you process through, and he takes pride in helping families navigate a difficult journey.   

Valerie grew up in Pinehurst NC, and graduated from Pinecrest High School in 1996. She attended college at NC Agricultural and Technical State University and Winston Salem State University, and has been a Risk Analyst for several years. She loves serving as liaison for various Fortune 500 clients within the retail and manufacturing industry. However, she is excited to be joining her husband Torez at Torez D.Blue Funeral Service Licensee . You will see Valerie in various roles from office work, to working funerals. An avid singer, Valerie enjoys singing, spending time with her family, traveling and reading. “Growing up in rural North Carolina , She witnessed that community and families are what make an area great. At Blue’s, we bring that same feel of family and commitment that we were blessed with growing up, as we continue to walk beside families that we are called to serve.”

Leo is a shinning star!  He was introduced to the Funeral Service Community at the tender age of 6. He is an amazing helper and has a heart for serving others.  He is currently a senior in Highschool and plans to further his education and attend college.    He is absolutely excited about the opportunity to work along side family and to be apart of the buiness. 

Torez  Xavier is vibrant and full of life. He has been exposed to Funeral Service since the tender age of 3. He loves the profession and is super excited about being able to assist this company.  In his free time he enjoys playing with his friends, family vacations, gaming on his Xbox , and participating in sports.  Torez feels it's very important that we offer the best service as possible to those in neeed. 

Caleb Blue Jr was born in Cumberland County and raised in Benson NC.  He is a graduate of South Johnston High School Class of 1984.  After highschool Caleb joined the United States Army and proudly served for 21 years before retiring.   Considering the furtherance of his education,  Caleb completed his Bachelor of Science in Religion and Educational Studies and his Masters Degree  in Religious Education from Liberty University.  In his free time he enjoys golf,cycling,weightlifting, reading and volunteering in the community .  Caleb is a Chaplain and also an ordained Minister.  He is extreemly excited about the opportunity to serve and to be a blessing to the community and abroad.   

Valerie Blue Smith  is a solid asset to this company. She was raised in Benson NC , and a graduate of South Johnston Hichshool class of 1984 . She has an Associates Degree in Commercial Art and is also a Licensed Cosmetologist .  Valerie's artisitc ability is second to none, and we are excited about everything she brings to the table. In her free time she enjoys traveling with her husband and enjoying her grandkids. Valerie believes that serving others is the key to great life, and she is looking forward to doing so. 

Jacqueline Blue Malone was born in Cumberland County and raised in Benson NC.  She was brought up through Johnston County School System , and was a graduate of South Johnston Highschool class of  1985. Jacqueline recieved a scholarship from University Of North Carolina At Chaple Hill and completed her Nursing Degree in 1998 from Johnston Community College.  She has been a Registered Nurse for 25 years and has spent 18 of those years with the Federal Government at Womack Army Medical Center  in Fort Liberty NC (formerly Fort Bragg).  Jacqueline is activley involved in her church and in her free time she enjoys walks in the park, weekends at the beach,and  spending time with her children. She is excited about the oppritunity to work alongside her family while serving the community she loves. 

Mitchel  Blue is a country boy at heart with tremendous vision and capacity to reach , build, and to be of service to others. He was born and raised in Benson  NC and is a graduate of South Johnston Highschool class of  1995. He honors the legacy of his school, North Carolina A&T State University, where he earned his B.S in Electronic Engineering Technology in 1999.   In 2007, he earned his M.B.A, and is now working on his M.DIV.  As a bi-vocational Pastor, he finds joy in his career in technology and his free-time as a so-called "amateur golfer". Lastly, he finds great pleasure in being the "king of the castle" in a home surrounded by his daughters and loving wife.

Terrence D.Blue was born in Lee County and raised in Benson North Carolina . He joins Torez D. Blue Funeral Service Licensee  with over ten years of experience in Marketing and Account Management.  In 2012 He completed his Bachelor Of Arts in Communications and Public Relations from University Of North Carolina At Charlotte.  With hard work and tireless dedication Terrence completed his Masters Of Business Administration from Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania during the fall of 2020. Terrence has since relocated back to the area, and is overjoyed with the opportunity to serve this company and the community. In his free time, He enjoys playing tennis, traveling the country, and spending time with family and loved ones. 

Tesia is a courageous and intellectual leader. She is a native of North Carolina and loves the communities we serve.  In 2008 Tesia graduated from Elizabeth City State University with a Bachelor Of Science in Biology and a Minor in Chemistry. In her free time she enjoys making memories with her beautiful children and spending time with loved ones.  She has recently relocated to Four Oaks NC and she's  beyond excited about her role with this company. 

N’Dea was born and raised in Eastern NC. From a child she has possessed  a special love for people and helping others. Over the years her passion for others expanded and in 2017 she completed her Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies from University Of North Carolina At Greensboro. Driven by unwavering determination she also completed her Master Of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling during the spring of 2023 from North Carolina Central University.  In her spare time, She enjoys singing , reading, and spending time with her family.  N’Dea believes Funeral Service is a calling and she is honored to be able to serve in this capacity