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Ernestine Parker Inman
Sep 26, 2026
Ernestine Parker Inman, 94, of Fayetteville, went home to be with Jesus, Saturday, September 26, 2026, at her daughter's home.
Ernestine was born on April 6, 1932, in Columbus County, NC to Marshall Sealey and Mollie Ganous. She worked for many years as an inspector at Purolator Products and owned and managed Inman Trailer Park as long as she was able....
Brenda Faye Branch Richardson
Sep 25, 2026
Brenda Faye Richardson, 75, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
Brenda was born in Robeson County on July 14, 1951, to the late Durham and Dorothy Branch McLaurin. In her early years, she worked in retail before becoming a homemaker, where she took great pride in keeping an amazing and welcoming...
Martha Deaver Turner
Sep 25, 2026
Martha Deaver Turner, 85, of Birmingham, Alabama, formerly of Hope Mills, NC, has passed away.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
Online condolences may be sent to www.jerniganwarren.com
Services provided by Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home, 545 Ramsey St., Fayetteville, NC 28301
Geraldine Sawyer Sadler
Sep 25, 2026
Geraldine Sawyer Sadler, 86, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 25, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Geraldine was born on September 17, 1940, in Pamlico County to the late Emory and Louise Toler Sawyer.
In 1958, Geraldine married the love of her life, Thomas A. Sadler, who preceded her in death at the age of 40....
Lou Ann "Lanie" Blumenfeld
Sep 23, 2026
Lou Ann "Lanie" Blumenfeld, 73, of Spring Lake, NC, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
A full obituary will be posted soon.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm at Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home. A graveside service will follow at 2 pm at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery at Ft. Bragg, NC.
Online condolences...
Richard Holmes Everett
Sep 21, 2026
Richard Holmes Everett entered his heavenly home on September 21, 2026, after a brief but courageous fight with blood cancer. He spent his final day surrounded by his family in his home.
Richard had deep and abiding faith in the Lord. He was a faithful churchgoer who found strength, comfort, and purpose in his relationship with Christ. His faith was reflected...
Karen Sherisse Burke
Sep 19, 2026
Karen Sherisse Burke, 66, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Karen was born on April 21, 1960, in Cumberland County. She graduated from Pine Forest High School in 1978 and went on to earn her degree in Special Education from East Carolina University.
Karen had a genuine love for children, and that love was returned by the many students...
James Harold Dickinson, Jr
Sep 17, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend, James Harold Dickinson Jr.
James was thoughtful and never seemed to run out of something interesting to talk about. Whether it be a bit of knowledge from pop culture, a quick-witted dad joke or a passage from the book he was creating.
James's life was not without its...
Doris Elaine Minshew
Sep 17, 2026
Mrs. Doris Elaine Minshew, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, friend, and faithful servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, at the age of 73.
Doris was born on December 30, 1952, to Frank and Doris Belk. She was a woman whose life was centered around her faith, her family, her church, and the many people she...
Carl Preston Chandler, Jr.
Sep 16, 2026
In Loving Memory of Carl Preston Chandler, Jr.
Carl Preston Chandler, Jr., 80, of Raeford, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at Autumn Care of Raeford.
Carl was born on March 27, 1946, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, to Carl Preston Chandler, Sr. and Ruth Sanrock Chandler. A lifelong learner and dedicated professional, Carl graduated from Methodist College in...
Rufus Linwood "Cotton" House
Sep 13, 2026
Rufus Linwood “Cotton” House, 77, of Eastover, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Rufus was born on August 13, 1949, in Harnett County to the late Clayton M. “Sam” House, Sr. and Helen Griffin House.
Rufus graduated from Central High School, class of 1967, and Fayetteville Technical Community College in Industrial Management. He retired from civil service at Fort Bragg, where...
Pamela Jill Young
Sep 11, 2026
Pamela Jill Young, 89, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 11, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Pamela was born on December 6, 1936, in Cheltenham, England, to the late Wally and Alice Garside. As a child, she survived the Blitz during World War II, an experience that was a part of her remarkable life story.
In...
Betty Floyd Amos
Sep 10, 2026
Betty Floyd Amos, 83, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Betty was born on May 17, 1943, in Sampson County to the late J. Floyd Williams and Vara Bullard Williams.
Betty was a devoted military wife who had the opportunity to travel many places alongside her husband, MSG (Ret.) James Amos. She later retired from J.C. Penney after...
Wanda Cook Bass
Sep 10, 2026
Born on May 2, 1943, in Bladen County, Wanda was the daughter of the late Cecil Cook and Ada Gibson Cook. She was raised farming with her family, where she learned the value of hard work, faith, and family from an early age.
Wanda spent several years working at Whiteville Apparel, where she specialized in setting collars for men's suits. She...
Michael James Starkings
Sep 9, 2026
Michael James Starkings, 54, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Michael was born on June 7, 1972, in Cumberland County. He began his career with Starkings Reporting Company, where he worked as a videographer, before becoming the owner and operator of A.C. Tech.
Michael was a loving son and a devoted friend who was always willing to lend a...
Joe Warren Baker
Sep 7, 2026
Joe Warren Baker, 73, of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, at Duke University Hospital, with his family by his side.
Born June 7, 1953, in Louisville, Alabama, Joe was the youngest of four children born to Bennie Frank and Mary Nell Greene Baker. He loved growing up on his parents’ farm, surrounded by extended family, and telling stories...
Susan Elisabeth George
Sep 5, 2026
Susan Elisabeth George, age 79, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away on September 5, 2026.
Susan was born in Omaha, Nebraska. She devoted 50 years of her life to working as a hairdresser, a profession she approached with dedication, creativity, and her characteristic attention to detail. Throughout her career, she formed many meaningful relationships and touched the lives of those around...
Deborah Lynn Hubbard
Sep 2, 2026
Deborah Lynn Hubbard, age 64, passed away September 3, 2026, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. She was born August 1, 1962, to Ruby Welch Seals and Daniel Noah Seals.
Deborah is survived by her husband, Terry Hubbard; her son, Christopher Hubbard; stepson, Anthony Hubbard with his wife, Stephanie and their daughters, Madeline and Ashlyn; stepdaughter, Jennifer Sanchez and her children, Angel and...
Catherine Ann Majka
Aug 31, 2026
Catherine Ann Majka, 80, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 31, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Catherine was born on August 2, 1946, in Camden, New Jersey, to the late Phillip William Mitchell and Catherine Ann Barron Mitchell. In 1982, Catherine made Fayetteville her home when her husband’s career with Kelly Springfield brought their family...
Judith Beard Johnson
Aug 29, 2026
Judith Beard Johnson, 86, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family.
Judy was born on August 8, 1940, in Cumberland County to the late Empie A. Beard and Edna Hall Beard. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. Judy retired from M.J. Soffie and enjoyed a life...
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