All Obituaries

Leon Leonard Fayetteville

Leon Allen Leonard, 72, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at his residence. A full obituary will be posted soon. A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 12:00 noon at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to http://www.jerniganwarren.com Services provided by Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home, 545 Ramsey St., Fayetteville, NC 28301

Leon Allen Leonard, 72, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at his residence. A full obituary will be posted soon. A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, ...

Sheila Kirkley Fayetteville

Sheila Yolinda Kirkley, 64, of Fayetteville passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. Funeral arrangements by Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home, 545 Ramsey St. Fayetteville, N.C. 28301 Online condolences may be made at www.Jerniganwarren.com

Sheila Yolinda Kirkley, 64, of Fayetteville passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time. Funeral arrangements by Jernigan-Warren Funeral ...

Donna Pitts Fayetteville

Donna Mahany Pitts passed away early Wednesday morning April 8, 2026, at home. She was born in Dansville, NY on September 27, 1943, a daughter of the late Frederick and Iva (Werth) Mahany. She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Maureen Palmer, a daughter, Bonnie Holleman, and a son-in-law, Arthur Clark. She is survived by her husband, Dwight; 2 sisters, Christine Wallace of New York and Deanna (Jan) of Alabama; a brother, Fred (Sue) of New ...

Donna Mahany Pitts passed away early Wednesday morning April 8, 2026, at home. She was born in Dansville, NY on September 27, 1943, a daughter of the late Frederick and ...

Peggy Gearhart Fayetteville

Peggy Imogene Bowman Gearhart, 91, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Peggy was born on August 2, 1934, in Altamont, Avery County, North Carolina, the youngest of three children to the late Jonas Filmore Bowman and Nell June Biggerstaff Bowman. She was very career oriented and dedicated years of service to her country through her work in Civil Service. Her forty-year career came to a close at Fort Bragg, where she was employed as an Administrative Assistant. ...

Peggy Imogene Bowman Gearhart, 91, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Peggy was born on August 2, 1934, in Altamont, Avery County, North Carolina, the youngest of ...

Dorothy Sullivan Surf City

Dorothy Ellen Gurley Sullivan, 89, of Surf City, NC passed away on April 6th, 2026. She was born in Johnston County in 1936 and grew up in Goldsboro where she graduated from Goldsboro High School. At the age of 13, she was earned the most decorated Girl Scout of Wayne County award which was something she was always proud of. She was preceded in death by her husband, M. Brooks Sullivan, her parents, Luther Aaron Gurley and Ruby Langley Gurley Howell, her sister Ann Gurley and her ...

William "Bill" Strange Fayetteville

William “Bill” Ronald Strange, 91, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Bill was born on May 10, 1934, in Wewahitchka, Florida, to the late Alfred “Pick” Strange, Sr. and Mable Beatrice Strange. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, Bill went on to build a long and successful career in the insurance industry. He retired as a manager from Life of Georgia Insurance Company, where he also worked as a salesman. Even after retirement, Bill ...

William “Bill” Ronald Strange, 91, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Bill was born on May 10, 1934, in Wewahitchka, Florida, to the late Alfred ...

Jamey Smith Fayetteville

Jamey Ruth Smith, 63, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Jamey was born on May 11, 1962, in London, Ohio, and raised by her loving grandparents, Bruce Smith, Sr. and Ferne Holloway Smith. Jamey proudly served her country in the United States Army for 11 years. Following her military service, she continued her dedication to public service through her work with the United States Postal Service. She had a passion for gardening, collecting coins, and arts and ...

Jamey Ruth Smith, 63, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Jamey was born on May 11, 1962, in London, Ohio, and raised by her loving grandparents, Bruce Smith, Sr. and Ferne ...

Shelia "Suzie" Taylor Fayetteville

Sheila Suzanne “Suzie” Lott Taylor, 79, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Suzie was born on September 25, 1946, to Doyle Iva Lott and Evie Pearl Andrews Lott. She was the beloved widow of Edward James Taylor, Sr., who preceded her in death in 1999. She was a devoted mother to her three children: Rhonda Taylor, Edward James Taylor, Jr., and Zachary Taylor. She was also a proud grandmother to Avery Pollard, Evann ...

Sheila Suzanne “Suzie” Lott Taylor, 79, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Suzie was born on September 25, 1946, to ...

Rickey Knight Fayetteville

Rickey Dean Knight, 68, of Fayetteville, NC went to his eternal home on March 29, 2026. Rickey was born on March 5, 1958, in Columbus OH, to the late Kenneth L. Knight and Sakiko N. Knight. Rickey graduated from Pine Forest High School in 1976. He then went on to manage and mentor many in the retail business. He worked at Revco, Big Star and Food Lion. Rickey worked at Food Lion for 28 years until medical retirement in 2009. Rickey then started his own landscaping business. It will continue ...

Rickey Dean Knight, 68, of Fayetteville, NC went to his eternal home on March 29, 2026. Rickey was born on March 5, 1958, in Columbus OH, to the late Kenneth L. Knight and Sakiko N. Knight. ...

Jesse Lamm, Jr. Fayetteville

Jesse (Jim) M. Lamm, Jr. AKA John Braxton, 73, of Fayetteville, NC, switched stations Sunday, March 29, 2026. For over 30 years, radio/television talent John Braxton’s voice floated on the airwaves of local and national stations: it hung in the air as people shopped, went to work, fell in love, and chased their dreams as he fulfilled his. From age 11, listening to WLS-Chicago, his dream was to lighten the day of his listeners. His on- and off-air work at WFLB and WKFT Channel 40 as ...

Jesse (Jim) M. Lamm, Jr. AKA John Braxton, 73, of Fayetteville, NC, switched stations Sunday, March 29, 2026. For over 30 years, radio/television talent John Braxton’s voice floated on the ...

Robert Carter Fayetteville

Robert Love Carter, 83, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 16, 1942, in Cumberland County, Robert was the son of the late Jack Cashwell Carter and Myrtle Carroll Carter. He was raised in the Grays Creek community, where he developed a deep appreciation for family, hard work, and the outdoors. Robert was a distinguished professional and lifelong learner. He earned his BA in Accounting and his ...

Robert Love Carter, 83, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 16, 1942, in Cumberland County, Robert ...

Carol Holloway Stedman

Carol Tanner Holloway, 77, of Stedman, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Valley Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born on July 30, 1948, in Robeson County to the late Velma McLamb. She graduated from Hamlet High School in 1966 and dedicated many years of service to the Cumberland County Department of Social Services before retiring in 1997. Carol will be remembered for her warm spirit and the love she poured into everything she did. She was an ...

Carol Tanner Holloway, 77, of Stedman, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Valley Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born on July 30, 1948, in Robeson ...

Frances Tart Fayetteville

When the sun rose over the North Carolina Sandhills on the morning of June 11, 1935, Frances Melree Hubbard began an epic journey that would last just over nine decades. A fifth generation native of Cumberland County, NC, Melree was born to Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie David and Alice Jordan Hubbard. She was their 7th child, the only one born in a hospital (Highsmith Rainey) and the only one born without a doctor present. Her early years were spent in the Fayetteville area, where the family was ...

When the sun rose over the North Carolina Sandhills on the morning of June 11, 1935, Frances Melree Hubbard began an epic journey that would last just over nine decades. A fifth generation native ...

Kristie Whaley Southern Pines

Kristie Sue Whaley, 75, of Southern Pines, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the FirstHealth Hospice House in Southern Pines. Born on November 14, 1950, in Los Angeles County, California, Kristie was the daughter of the late Stanley Edward Skidmore and Doris Mae Sandberg Skidmore. She carried a lifelong passion for art, especially painting, through which she expressed her creativity and love of beauty. Kristie also had a deep affection for animals, reflecting her ...

Kristie Sue Whaley, 75, of Southern Pines, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the FirstHealth Hospice House in Southern Pines. Born on November 14, 1950, in Los Angeles ...

Michael Smith Linden

Michael Charles Smith, 77, of Hope Mills, passed away on March 24th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Fayetteville and lived in the area all his life. Mike received an Associate’s degree from Wayne Community College. In his early career, he worked in retail management, insurance, delivered potato chips and candy, umpired local baseball and softball, and served as a rural postal carrier for USPS for 33 years. He retired from the USPS in 2013, and many still ...

Michael Charles Smith, 77, of Hope Mills, passed away on March 24th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Fayetteville and lived in the area all his life. Mike received an ...

Isabelle Westmoreland Fayetteville

Isabelle P. Westmoreland, 85, of Fayetteville, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. She was born in Eagle, West Virginia, to the late Fredrick and Mabel Perry. Isabelle shared 65 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Eddie, who preceded her in death. Together, they enjoyed traveling throughout Europe and many other destinations, creating a lifetime of cherished memories. In her free time, Isabelle found joy in reading and drawing, pursuits that reflected her creativity ...

Isabelle P. Westmoreland, 85, of Fayetteville, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. She was born in Eagle, West Virginia, to the late Fredrick and Mabel Perry. Isabelle shared 65 wonderful ...

Jennifer Basham Raeford

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jennifer Pittman Basham, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, friend and teacher who died peacefully at the age of 50 after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed on March 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving friends and family. Jennifer was born on February 3, 1976, the daughter of the late Bruce Howell Pittman and Karen Herring Pittman. A proud graduate of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, she was a devoted ...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jennifer Pittman Basham, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, friend and teacher who died peacefully at the age of 50 after a courageous battle ...

Francis "Frank" Pineiro Fayetteville

Francis (Frank) Rene Pineiro, 84, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully yet unexpectedly on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at home, with his wife of 58 years by his side. Born April 17, 1941, in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, he was the son of Sarah Quinones and Andres Pineiro, and was the youngest brother of Andy, Evelyn, and the infant Ivan. He grew up in New York, NY, following his father’s death – an experience that shaped his deep-rooted sense of duty to family and to his ...

Francis (Frank) Rene Pineiro, 84, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully yet unexpectedly on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at home, with his wife of 58 years by his side. Born April 17, 1941, in ...

Randall Blackburn Fayetteville

Randall Wayne Blackburn, 58, of Fayetteville, passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Randall was born on August 11, 1967, in Waco, Texas, to the late Floyd Eugene Blackburn and Sandra Thrower Blackburn. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Clyde and Irene Thrower, and his paternal grandparents, Floyd Blackburn and Billie Lee Cathey. As a young man, Randall proudly joined the United States Army, where he served his country with honor ...

Randall Wayne Blackburn, 58, of Fayetteville, passed away suddenly on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Randall was born on August 11, 1967, in Waco, Texas, to the late Floyd Eugene Blackburn and Sandra ...

Timothy Harrison Fayetteville

Timothy Dwight Harrison, 70, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Valley Hospice House. Timothy was born September 17, 1955, to Richard Cecil Harrison and Tera C. Guy. He was a long time bus driver for musical groups and was loved by all who knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Kim, and brother Cecil Terry Harrison. He is survived by his son, Anthony Accetturo; nephews, Richard and Brian Harrison; and best friend, Joe ...

Timothy Dwight Harrison, 70, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Valley Hospice House. Timothy was born September 17, 1955, to Richard Cecil Harrison and Tera C. ...

Jerry Bullock Supply

Jerry C. Bullock, of Supply and formerly of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, in Brunswick County. Jerry was a devoted member of Northwood Temple in Fayetteville and, during his time at the coast, attended Highest Praise. He found great joy in spending time at the beach, especially at Browns Landing. A man of few words, Jerry was observant, thoughtful, and conservative in nature. Wherever he went, he never met a stranger and enjoyed sharing stories with those he ...

Jerry C. Bullock, of Supply and formerly of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, in Brunswick County. Jerry was a devoted member of Northwood Temple in Fayetteville and, during ...

Menno Pennink, MD Fayetteville

Dr. Menno Pennink, a retired neurosurgeon, visionary developer, devoted husband, father, and pillar of the Fayetteville community, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and compassionate medical care at the age of 90 on March 14, 2026. Dr. Pennink's life was a remarkable journey defined by persistence, brilliance, and service. Having endured the hardships of wartime Indonesia in his youth, he carried those experiences with strength and determination, shaping the extraordinary life ...

Dr. Menno Pennink, a retired neurosurgeon, visionary developer, devoted husband, father, and pillar of the Fayetteville community, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and compassionate ...

Stephen Gooding Fayetteville

Dr. Stephen Council Gooding, born on Nov. 9, 1934, in Sylva, North Carolina, passed into the next life on the morning of March 12, 2026, at the age of 91. Dr. Gooding is survived by his wife of thirty-eight years, Rhonda McAbee Gooding; his three children from a previous marriage, Stephen Gooding Jr. (Martha), Deane Gooding Hiles (Jim), Michael Gooding (Shannon); five grandchildren; and seven great grandchildren. Steve was the beloved son of the late Guy and Ella Gooding of ...

Dr. Stephen Council Gooding, born on Nov. 9, 1934, in Sylva, North Carolina, passed into the next life on the morning of March 12, 2026, at the age of 91. Dr. Gooding is survived by his ...

Bonita "Nita" Russ Fayetteville

Bonita “Nita” Jeannette Russ, 69, of Fayetteville, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Nita was born July 9, 1956, in Duplin County to the late Wilbur and Alice Bostic. Nita loved the Lord and faithfully attended Gourd Springs Baptist Church. She had a passion for teaching and enjoyed helping shape young minds by sharing her faith with children at church. She found great joy in tending to her garden and watching her flowers grow. Nita was ...

Bonita “Nita” Jeannette Russ, 69, of Fayetteville, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Nita was born July 9, 1956, in Duplin County to the late ...

James Wilkinson Fayetteville

James Martin Wilkinson, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Born on November 30, 1941, in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, James was the son of the late World War II veteran Sidney and Myrtle Wilkinson. James had a lifelong passion for helping others and was always willing to lend a hand wherever it was needed. He enlisted in the United States National Guard and proudly served his country. In his later years, he devoted his time to ...

James Martin Wilkinson, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Born on November 30, 1941, in Fort Bragg, North Carolina, James was the ...

Shirley Barefoot Linden

Shirley Mae Barefoot of Fayetteville, NC went peacefully to her heavenly home on March 6, 2026, and is now with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Born on December 25, 1937, in Benson, NC, she was employed by Carolina Telephone until she retired to enjoyed life with her family and friends. All were blessed by her incredible sweet and loving personality as she made everyone feel cared for and special. Cooking (known for her chicken and pastry) for her family, spoiling her ...

Shirley Mae Barefoot of Fayetteville, NC went peacefully to her heavenly home on March 6, 2026, and is now with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Born on December 25, 1937, in Benson, NC, ...

Marilyn Danis Fayetteville

The world has lost a beautiful soul. Marilyn Lucille (Pingatore) Danis, 81, passed away peacefully March 4, 2026, in UNC Hospital Chapel Hill, surrounded by family and loved ones. Marilyn was born in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan on June 4, 1944, to Mary Carmola Pingatore and Sylvester Pingatore. She had a fiercely loving heart and a driven spirit. Marilyn was a self-made woman, a brilliant entrepreneur who created a lifetime of incredible success in the many businesses she owned. Marilyn ...

The world has lost a beautiful soul. Marilyn Lucille (Pingatore) Danis, 81, passed away peacefully March 4, 2026, in UNC Hospital Chapel Hill, surrounded by family and loved ones. Marilyn was ...

CW4 (Ret.) Roy Warren Fayetteville

CW4 (Ret.) Roy Lee Warren, 91, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Autumn Care of Fayetteville. Born on November 4, 1934, in Asheville, NC, CW4 Warren grew up enjoying life as a lifeguard, paper delivery boy, and was a Western North Carolina boxing champion during his school age years. He was born to the late William E. and Elizabeth Warren. After a short stint in the Marines at age 17, CW4 Warren found a home in the ...

CW4 (Ret.) Roy Lee Warren, 91, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Autumn Care of Fayetteville. Born on November 4, 1934, in Asheville, NC, CW4 ...

Robert Howie Jr. Fayetteville

Robert passed away peacefully at his home Friday, February 27, 2026. He was born in Sacramento, California on December 26, 1955, to his parents Robert F. Howie, Sr, and Minnie S. Howie. After his father finished military service, they moved back to Fayetteville, NC. Robert was a graduate of E.E. Smith High School, and he attended N.C. State University. Robert lived a very colorful and varied life. He was able to master just about any task he put his mind to. One of his greatest talents was ...

Robert passed away peacefully at his home Friday, February 27, 2026. He was born in Sacramento, California on December 26, 1955, to his parents Robert F. Howie, Sr, and Minnie S. Howie. After his ...

Malcolm Koonce Fayetteville

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Malcolm L. Koonce, a proud veteran and devoted member of his community. Malcolm answered the call to serve his country shortly after graduating from Seventy-First High School. In 1973, he enlisted in the United States Army and faithfully served until receiving his honorable discharge as a Private (PVT) in 1976. He was born on May 3, 1955, in Cumberland County to the late Charlie Franklin Koonce and Lucy Boahn Koonce. Raised in the Rockfish ...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Malcolm L. Koonce, a proud veteran and devoted member of his community. Malcolm answered the call to serve his country shortly after graduating from ...

BG (Ret.) Joseph Nagel Fayetteville

Brigadier General (retired) Joseph L. Nagel, 91, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on February 17, 2026. He was born in Elmira, NY to the late William and Elvira Nagel. Joe was the beloved husband of Charlotte, and father to Joseph Robert “Bob,” who preceded him in death. He is survived by his daughter Melanie Monchick (Randy), his granddaughter Mandelyn Monchick, his brother David, and sister-in-law Barbara, along with many nieces, nephews, their spouses, grandnieces, and ...

Brigadier General (retired) Joseph L. Nagel, 91, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on February 17, 2026. He was born in Elmira, NY to the late William and Elvira Nagel. Joe was the beloved husband ...

Judy Knowles Fayetteville

Judy Brinkley Knowles, 81, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Monday, February 16, 2026. “Judy Lee” was born in Winston Salem, NC in 1945 to the late Holland Lee and Ruby Smith Brinkley of Davidson County. She was an alumnus of Ledford High School and attended East Carolina College and Campbell University. Judy was a devoted mother, beloved daughter and sister, and a loyal and steadfast friend to many. She always maintained a positive ...

Judy Brinkley Knowles, 81, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on Monday, February 16, 2026. “Judy Lee” was born in Winston Salem, NC in 1945 to ...

James Lucas Fayetteville

James Morris Lucas, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and avid outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026. Born on December 27, 1943 in Macon, to Ralph and Cecil Lucas. James was born and raised in Georgia and was a lifelong Georgia Bulldogs and Atlanta Braves fan. He played high school basketball and joined the military after graduation. He was a longtime member of the Lizella Baptist Church in Lizella, GA. He retired from Robins ...

James Morris Lucas, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and avid outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026. Born on December 27, 1943 in Macon, to Ralph ...

Clarence Hough Fayetteville

Mr. Clarence Stewart Hough, 90, of Fayetteville, formerly of Coats, NC, entered eternal rest on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at home while being lovingly cared for by family. Stewart was born in Harnett County on July 27, 1935, to Clarence R. and Mary S. Hough. Stewart was an only child but was lovingly welcomed into family of his first and only love, Gloria, which gave him three sisters. He met his beloved Gloria when he was just sixteen years old. He graduated from Coats High School in ...

Mr. Clarence Stewart Hough, 90, of Fayetteville, formerly of Coats, NC, entered eternal rest on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at home while being lovingly cared for by family. Stewart was born in ...

Jolene Hopper Fayetteville

Jolene Cain Hopper, 91, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Village Green Health and Rehabilitation Center. Jolene was born August 9, 1934, in Bladen County to Rufus Alpine Cain and Bessie Cornelia Rice Cain and graduated from White Oak High School. She was a member of Live Oak Methodist Church as a child and joined Cedar Creek Baptist Church at age 17 and remained active throughout her adult life. She taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, ...

Jolene Cain Hopper, 91, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Village Green Health and Rehabilitation Center. Jolene was born August 9, 1934, in Bladen County to Rufus ...

Russell Farmer Fayetteville

Russell C. Farmer, 91, passed away on February 12th, 2026. Russell was born in Tway Hollow, KY and attended Hall High School. He is preceded in death by his parents Lee & Nell Farmer, his adoptive parents Russ & Ola Collins, his brother Dwain Farmer, and his sisters Patricia (Pat) Josephs & Mary (Jibby) Chambers. He is survived by his wife Chun Ok Farmer, sons Robert & Dennis, and daughter Sherry. Online condolences may be left at www.jerniganwarren.com Funeral arrangements ...

Russell C. Farmer, 91, passed away on February 12th, 2026. Russell was born in Tway Hollow, KY and attended Hall High School. He is preceded in death by his parents Lee & Nell Farmer, his ...

Marie Figliuolo Fayetteville

Marie Jane Battipaglia Figliuolo, known as Jane, 91, of Fayetteville, formerly of New York, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Jane was born on September 7, 1934, in Queens, New York, to the late Victor Battipaglia and Catherine Cafariello Battipaglia. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Joseph Figliuolo Jr; her granddaughter, Katie Figliuolo; and her sister, Francis Magnoni. Jane spent the majority of her life in New ...

Marie Jane Battipaglia Figliuolo, known as Jane, 91, of Fayetteville, formerly of New York, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Jane was born on September 7, 1934, in Queens, New ...

Deborah Foulks-Carter Fayetteville

On 5 February, 2026, God in His infinite and wise providence called to eternal rest our beloved and devoted wife and mother Deborah C. Foulks-Carter, one of two children born to Arthur Smith Sr. and Irma Pass Smith on February 18, 1949. She was born and raised in Washington D.C., where she was baptized at St. Gabriel Catholic Church and attended St. Gabriel Catholic School from grades 1-8. After that she attended Academy of Our Lady High School in downtown D.C. where she graduated in ...

On 5 February, 2026, God in His infinite and wise providence called to eternal rest our beloved and devoted wife and mother Deborah C. Foulks-Carter, one of two children born to Arthur Smith Sr. ...

Linda Hodgson Fayetteville

Linda Sue Hodgson, 73, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, after a brief illness. Linda was born on April 7, 1952, in Richmond, Virginia, to the late Mr. Gayle and Dorothy Fogg Gayle. One of four girls, Linda experienced the loss of her father at a young age, after which her family moved to California. She graduated from Chula Vista High School in 1970. She was also preceded in death by her beloved bonus dad, Manuel Ramerez. Linda loved the Lord and was a faithful ...

Linda Sue Hodgson, 73, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, after a brief illness. Linda was born on April 7, 1952, in Richmond, Virginia, to the late Mr. Gayle and Dorothy ...

Dorothy Nunnery Fayetteville

Dorothy Nunnery, beloved mother, grandmother, and matriarch, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, at the age of 101. Born on October 13, 1924, in Long Island, New York, Dorothy lived a life defined by resilience, devotion, and love for her family. Raised in an orphanage, Dorothy learned independence and strength early in life. As a young woman working as a nanny, she traveled to Miami, Florida, where she met the love of her life, Willis Henry Nunnery, who was stationed there with the ...

Donald Blankenship Sanford

Donald Ray Blankenship, 93, of Sanford, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 6, 1932, in Mohawk, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Matthew and Frankie Jane Blankenship. After high school, Donald honorably served his country in the United States Air Force for 20 years and was a proud Vietnam veteran. Following his military retirement, he continued his service to others as a medical administrator at the VA hospital, where ...

Donald Ray Blankenship, 93, of Sanford, passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 6, 1932, in Mohawk, West Virginia, he was the son of ...

Ginko Reeder Fayetteville

Ginko Imamura Reeder, 94, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026. Ginko was born on March 12, 1931, in Kumamoto City, Japan, to the late Kazuo and Fumiko Imamura. She was a woman of deep faith and quiet strength. Ginko placed great value on education and generously shared her time volunteering in schools. She found joy in sewing, gardening, cooking, reading, and—most of all—spending time with her beloved family. She was a devoted member of St. Elizabeth Ann ...

Ginko Imamura Reeder, 94, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026. Ginko was born on March 12, 1931, in Kumamoto City, Japan, to the late Kazuo and Fumiko Imamura. She was a ...

James Webb Fayetteville

James Paul Webb, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away Saturday, January 31,2026 at Haymount Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Online condolences may be left at www.jerniganwarren.com Funeral arrangements entrusted to Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home 545 Ramsey St. Fayetteville, NC 28301

James Paul Webb, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away Saturday, January 31,2026 at Haymount Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Online condolences may be left at www.jerniganwarren.com Funeral ...

Polly O'Quinn Fayetteville

Polly Tonet O’Quinn, 90, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Polly was born on May 20, 1935, in Harnett County to the late Jim Coleman and Delia Byrd Coleman. She was the last surviving member of her family of five siblings. She met and married the love of her life, Enrico William Tonet, Jr., who preceded her in death in 1995. Polly later married Tom O’Quinn, who also preceded her in ...

Polly Tonet O’Quinn, 90, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Polly was born on May 20, 1935, in ...

Henry Hall, Jr Fayetteville

Henry Lawson Hall, Jr., 86, of Fayetteville passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Henry was born on November 24, 1939, in Holly Springs, Georgia to Ruby and Henry Hall, Sr. “Hank” was a valorously decorated retired U.S. Army combat veteran, successful business founder, and a genuinely caring person to all his many associates, family, and friends throughout his lifetime of adventures. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Alberta Emily. He is ...

Henry Lawson Hall, Jr., 86, of Fayetteville passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Henry was born on November 24, 1939, in Holly Springs, Georgia to Ruby and Henry Hall, ...

Dr. Hilda Kennedy Sanford

Dr. Hilda Gray Bullard Kennedy, 94, of Sanford, formerly of Fayetteville, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Hilda was born on November 3, 1931, in Fayetteville to Timothy G. and Irene V. Bullard. She grew up in Fayetteville but spent most of her adult life in Sanford. She received her Bachelor's degree from Women’s College in Greensboro and her Master’s and her Doctor of Education (Ed.D) from NC State University. She achieved all of these accomplishments while working ...

Dr. Hilda Gray Bullard Kennedy, 94, of Sanford, formerly of Fayetteville, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026. Hilda was born on November 3, 1931, in Fayetteville to Timothy G. and Irene V. ...

Timothy Shankweiler Fayetteville

Timothy Shankweiler, 76, of Fayetteville NC, formerly of Greentown, PA., went to heaven on January 26, 2026. Tim was born in Allentown, PA. in 1949, to Charles and Ruth Shankweiler. After graduating from Dieruff High School, he went into the United States Air Force where he was a police officer. During his military career, Tim served in both Japan and Vietnam. In Allentown, PA., Tim worked for Clark Transfer moving around musical groups, ballets, and broadway shows. Upon relocating to ...

Timothy Shankweiler, 76, of Fayetteville NC, formerly of Greentown, PA., went to heaven on January 26, 2026. Tim was born in Allentown, PA. in 1949, to Charles and Ruth Shankweiler. After ...

Lajos "Ludy" Goczan Fayetteville

Lajos “Ludy” Goczan, 93, died Sunday, January 25, 2026. He was born in Hungary on October 28, 1932. He was preceded in death by his parents and all seven of his siblings, all of Hungary. In 1957, Lajos immigrated to the United States in search of freedom and opportunity. Shortly thereafter, he proudly joined the U.S. Army, dedicating 20 years of honorable service to his adopted country. His military career included two years of service in Vietnam, a testament to his courage, ...

Lajos “Ludy” Goczan, 93, died Sunday, January 25, 2026. He was born in Hungary on October 28, 1932. He was preceded in death by his parents and all seven of his siblings, all of ...

Carolyn Miller Fayettevile

Carolyn Rebecca Miller, age 89, of Little River, South Carolina, formerly of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Wake Medical Center. Carolyn was born in Cumberland County on February 18, 1936, to the late George E. Thomason and Sadie L. Holland. She was adored by her daughters, and her life was defined by resilience, generosity, and love. Carolyn brought joy, warmth, and friendship to all who knew her. She will be remembered for her strength in the ...

Carolyn Rebecca Miller, age 89, of Little River, South Carolina, formerly of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Wake Medical Center. Carolyn was born in ...

Stanley Betancourt Fayetteville

Stanley Morris Betancourt, 89 Fayetteville North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, surrounded by his family. Stanley was born in St. Petersburg, Florida, June 11, 1936, to William McKinley Betancourt and Aletha Allen Betancourt. Stanley was an Air Force veteran. He taught motorcycle safety on Fort Bragg, NC. Later in life, he learned the art of gemology and jewelry making, which led to him and Carmen starting their business at the flea market, Majestic, Jewelry and ...

Stanley Morris Betancourt, 89 Fayetteville North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026, surrounded by his family. Stanley was born in St. Petersburg, Florida, June 11, 1936, to ...

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