All Obituaries

Bobbie Ferrara Wilmington, formerly of Selma

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." (John 14:27) Bobbie Ray Herring Ferrara, 92 of Wilmington, NC, and formerly of Selma, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior with her beloved children by her side on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at the Lower Cape Fear Life Care Center in Wilmington, NC. Bobbie was born October 3, 1931, in Linden, NC, a community north of Fayetteville,...

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." (John 14:27) Bobbie Ray Herring Ferrara,...

Dewey McLamb Fayetteville

Mr. Dewey Ray McLamb, 68, of Fayetteville died October 7, 2023. Dewey served in the US Navy for close to 2 years as an Air Traffic Controller. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. After serving in the Navy, he became a master mechanic. He used his skills to help people throughout his community repair their vehicles. In his free time, Dewey enjoyed playing billiards. He became a billiards Pro and was affectionately known as "Hickory Bob". His...

Mr. Dewey Ray McLamb, 68, of Fayetteville died October 7, 2023. Dewey served in the US Navy for close to 2 years as an Air Traffic Controller. He was awarded the National Defense Service...

Scott Peterman Fayetteville

Randal Scott Peterman, 72, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at his residence. Scott was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother with a friendly and kind nature. He was a devoted family man, a proud and patriotic Veteran, and a longtime member of Campground United Methodist Church. Scott was born on May 13, 1951, in Indiana, PA, the eldest child of the late Walter Dale Peterman and Martha Louise Plemons Peterman. The family soon relocated...

Randal Scott Peterman, 72, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at his residence. Scott was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother with a friendly and kind...

Billy Nichols Fayetteville

Billy Carroll Nichols, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his family. Billy was born on November 25, 1939, in Piedmont, SC, to the late James Ernest Nichols and Minnie Murrell Chandler Nichols. He retired from the U.S. Army after 20+ years of service where he served one tour in Korea, two tours in Germany, and three tours in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. He later retired from Civil Service at Ft. Bragg. Billy loved playing...

Billy Carroll Nichols, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his family. Billy was born on November 25, 1939, in Piedmont, SC, to the late...

Diane Smith Fayetteville

Diane Marie (Majeski) Smith, 74, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. Diane was born on January 2, 1949, to the late Therese and Chester Majeski. She was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, where before her extended illness, she served on the ministry team, serving others. Diane worked many jobs at both Pope Air Force Base and Fort Bragg. She retired in 2015...

Diane Marie (Majeski) Smith, 74, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. Diane was...

Nita Reece Fayetteville

“For I am now ready to be offered and the time of my departed is at hand. I have fought a good fight.” II Timothy 4: 6-7 Nita Reece was born in Grenada, West Indies on November 10, 1934 to the late Henry and Liceta Butler. On Saturday, November 25, 2023, Nita completed her earthly assignments. Nita was preceded in death by a loving husband Michael I. Reece, brothers...

“For I am now ready to be offered and the time of my departed is at hand. I have fought a good fight.” ...

Donna Recod Fayetteville

Mrs. Donna Diane Sanut Recod, 80, of Fayetteville, NC, arrived at her heavenly home on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family and many dear friends. Donna was born June 10, 1943, in Sacramento, CA, to the late Paul Calivozo Sanut and Charlotte Grigsby Sanut. She was a home-legacy maker. Donna was adored by her husband and was the true matriarch of her large family. She was full of grace, wisdom, love, temperance, beauty, and...

Mrs. Donna Diane Sanut Recod, 80, of Fayetteville, NC, arrived at her heavenly home on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family and many...

Linda Bayless Fayetteville

Mrs. Linda Gail Carter Bayless, 67, of Fayetteville, NC, died Thursday, November 23, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Linda was born September 17, 1956, in Fayetteville, NC, to the late Harvey Raymond Carter and Elsie May Owen Carter. She was a homemaker. Linda was preceded in death by her brother, Harvey “Ray” Carter III. Linda is survived by her husband, Philbert Bayless; children, Michael Mazingo, Debra Myers, Crystal Rompalski, and Phillip...

Mrs. Linda Gail Carter Bayless, 67, of Fayetteville, NC, died Thursday, November 23, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Linda was born September 17, 1956, in Fayetteville, NC, to the...

Sara Foy Greenville

Mrs. Sara Reeves Foy, 90, of Greenville, NC, and formerly of Fayetteville, NC, died Thursday, November 23, 2023, at the ECU Home Health & Hospice, Greenville, NC. Sara was born November 16, 1933, to the late Perlie Austin Reeves and Bertha Holmes Reeves. She retired from First Citizens Bank after 38 years of service. Sara was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Edward Franklin Foy; sisters, Hilda Sibbett, Linda Berckman, and Shirley...

Mrs. Sara Reeves Foy, 90, of Greenville, NC, and formerly of Fayetteville, NC, died Thursday, November 23, 2023, at the ECU Home Health & Hospice, Greenville, NC. Sara was born...

William "Bill" Cain Fayetteville

Mr. William “Bill” Ralph Cain, 87, of Fayetteville, NC, died Thursday, November 23, 2023. William was born October 27, 1936, in Pensacola, FL, to the late Chester Byrd Cain and Doris Alene Stephens Cain. He was a sales representative for Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. He officiated numerous sports across Eastern NC and was a Santa helper for many years. William loved to fish and watch sports. He also enjoyed singing in the Gospel group at Hope Mills Retirement...

Mr. William “Bill” Ralph Cain, 87, of Fayetteville, NC, died Thursday, November 23, 2023. William was born October 27, 1936, in Pensacola, FL, to the late Chester Byrd Cain and Doris...

Opal White Fayetteville

Opal Jackson White ,98, of Maggie Valley, NC, formerly of Fayetteville, NC passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehab with her granddaughter Darlene Brady by her side. She was preceded in death by her father, Lee Roy Jackson and mother Mary Eason Jackson and her husband Luther David White; two daughters, Doris Fay White and Judy White Taylor. She is survived by two daughters, Susan Ann Lozaw; and Gloria Dale Bentley (Husband Jerry) and a son David Curtis...

Opal Jackson White ,98, of Maggie Valley, NC, formerly of Fayetteville, NC passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Maggie Valley Nursing and Rehab with her granddaughter Darlene Brady by...

Raymond Matsumura Fayetteville

Raymond Yoshizo Matsumura, 88, of Fayetteville passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023. Raymond was born on the Big Island of Hawaii on May 5, 1935. He left his island home to join the Army in 1954. He was a decorated veteran of the Vietnam and Korean War. After retiring from 22 years in the military, he lived and worked in Fayetteville as a carpenter. He returned to his island home in his later years for the remainder of his life. He was a kind generous man, who loved to try...

Raymond Yoshizo Matsumura, 88, of Fayetteville passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023. Raymond was born on the Big Island of Hawaii on May 5, 1935. He left his island home to join the...

Shelbia Tetreault Fayetteville

Mrs. Shelbia Bunnell Tetreault, 86, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully Monday, November 20, 2023, with her loving daughter by her side. Shelbia was born April 8, 1937, in Robeson County, NC, to the late Norman L. Bunnell and Macy Davis Bunnell. Shelbia was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Donald Paul Tetreault: sisters, Gertrude Benson, Emma “Dot” Ray, Kathleen B. Smith, Hallie B. Brown, and Rebecca B. Cavert; brothers, Norman Hubert Bunnell, Mathew...

Mrs. Shelbia Bunnell Tetreault, 86, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully Monday, November 20, 2023, with her loving daughter by her side. Shelbia was born April 8, 1937, in Robeson County,...

Alice Frisbie Fayetteville

Alice Kathleen Frisbie, 96, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023. She was born January 4, 1927, in Hildalgo County, TX to William Elwood and Ruth Lenore Rogers. Alice was a faithful member of Haymount United Methodist Church; a member of Chapter Y of the P.E.O.; and the Quilters Guild. Prior to retiring, she was a Secretary in the Jefferson Junior High School Guidance Department in Columbia, MO. She is predeceased by her husbands, Henry A. Maier and...

Alice Kathleen Frisbie, 96, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023. She was born January 4, 1927, in Hildalgo County, TX to William Elwood and Ruth Lenore...

April Corbett Fayetteville

Ms. April Gail Corbett, 59, of Fayetteville, NC, died Saturday, November 18, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center surrounded by her immediate family. April was born April 11, 1964, in Little Rock, AR, to the late Isaac Joseph Corbett and Patricia May Heisler Martinez. After obtaining a degree in nursing, April worked as a Registered Nurse for 14 years. Outside of her career April had passions for cooking, arts, and crafts, and took pride in decorating her home for the holidays. April...

Ms. April Gail Corbett, 59, of Fayetteville, NC, died Saturday, November 18, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center surrounded by her immediate family. April was born April 11, 1964, in Little...

Michael Hadley Fayetteville

Michael Jason “Mikey” Hadley, 47, of Orange, CA, formerly of Fayetteville, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at West Anaheim Medical Center, Orange, CA. He is survived by his wife, Laura Odermatt Hadley; his daughter, Haley Jo Hadley; his mother, Brenda Jo Hadley, of Fayetteville, NC; his father, Louis Owen Hadley, Sr. (Young), of Summerville, SC; sister, Julie Anne Franke (Robert) of Cochecton, NY; brother, Louis Owen Hadley, Jr. of Fayetteville,...

Michael Jason “Mikey” Hadley, 47, of Orange, CA, formerly of Fayetteville, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 16, 2023, at West Anaheim Medical Center, Orange,...

William Smith Fayetteville

William Earl “Bill” Smith, 96, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023, at the Carolina Inn, with his wife by his side. A native son of North Carolina, whose ancestors were among the early settlers of North Carolina, Bill was born October 9, 1927, in Wayne County, NC, the son of Alice (Daniels) and Amaziah Smith. Preceding him in death were his parents and brother Edward Patrick Smith. Bill is survived by his wife of nearly 70 years, Peggy Ellis Sutton Smith; his...

William Earl “Bill” Smith, 96, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023, at the Carolina Inn, with his wife by his side. A native son of North Carolina, whose ancestors were among...

Margaret Heustess Fayetteville

Margaret Elneta Bass Heustess, 86, of Bladenboro passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Margaret was born on August 3, 1937, in Columbus County to the late Lonnie Bass and Glennie Mae McCall Bass. She committed her life to being a farmer’s wife and raising her children. She was a wonderful homemaker and cook. Her joy was feeding and watching the hummingbirds from her back porch. Her happiest days were sitting in a boat with her husband...

Margaret Elneta Bass Heustess, 86, of Bladenboro passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. Margaret was born on August 3, 1937, in Columbus County to...

Elsie Calhoun Fayetteville

Mrs. Elsie Yvonne Godwin Calhoun, 81, of Fayetteville, died Monday, November 13, 2023, at Spring Arbor of Kinston. Yvonne was born November 11, 1942, in Sampson County, NC, to the late Raymond Alton Godwin Sr. and Molly Mae Denning Godwin. Yvonne received an associate degree at Worthington Business College, formerly located on Hay Street in Fayetteville, NC. She went on to work in bookkeeping prior to and in conjunction with her loving commitment to homemaking and child...

Mrs. Elsie Yvonne Godwin Calhoun, 81, of Fayetteville, died Monday, November 13, 2023, at Spring Arbor of Kinston. Yvonne was born November 11, 1942, in Sampson County, NC, to the late Raymond...

Hannah Mendelsohn Fayetteville

Hannah Huske McLean Mendelsohn, 64, of Fayetteville died Friday, November 10, 2023. Hannah was born April 11, 1959, in Fayetteville. She was the daughter of the late Margaret Huske deRosset McLean and Dr. James Wilton McLean. Hannah attended Fayetteville Academy, and graduated from Terry Sanford High School. She then attended Louisburg College and received her Bachelor’s degree from Fayetteville State University. She was an avid sports fan and especially loved the Tar...

Hannah Huske McLean Mendelsohn, 64, of Fayetteville died Friday, November 10, 2023. Hannah was born April 11, 1959, in Fayetteville. She was the daughter of the late Margaret Huske deRosset...

Emma Worthington Fayetteville

Emma Lee Worthington, 92, of Fayetteville passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Emma was born on October 9, 1931, in Cumberland County, to the late Hervey Parker and Molly Elizabeth Faircloth Parker. She was a member of Judson Baptist Church. Emma had a love for animals, especially her two cats. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend to all who knew her. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, November 13, 2023, at...

Emma Lee Worthington, 92, of Fayetteville passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Emma was born on October 9, 1931, in Cumberland County, to the late Hervey Parker and Molly Elizabeth...

Shirley Stanley Fayetteville

Mrs. Shirley Ann Strange Stanley, 87, of Fayetteville, NC, died Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at her residence with her family by her side. Shirley was born December 28, 1935, in Sumter, SC, to the late Dalcho Eugene Strange and Lila Mae Drose Strange. She was a homemaker. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Ira “Bo” Cordes Stanley. Shirley lived a full life with many interests. She loved her family and always enjoyed them being together. She was an avid bridge player, a...

Mrs. Shirley Ann Strange Stanley, 87, of Fayetteville, NC, died Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at her residence with her family by her side. Shirley was born December 28, 1935, in Sumter, SC, to the...

Fredrick Eric Gray Fayetteville

Fredrick Eric Gray, 57, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Eric was loved by all who knew him, and he enjoyed helping his neighbors and friends with home projects and maintenance. He is predeceased by his parents, Charles and Gloria Jean Gray. He is survived by his brother, Lance Gray and wife, Beth; sisters, Andrea Seely and husband, Perry, and Sharon Pierce; brother, Coy Pierce, Jr.; father, Coy Pierce; and several nieces and nephews. A graveside service will be...

Fredrick Eric Gray, 57, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Eric was loved by all who knew him, and he enjoyed helping his neighbors and friends with home projects and...

Robert Schweineberg Hope Mills

Robert Alan Schweineberg, 68, of Hope Mills, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023, in his home with his family by his side. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Frances Schweinberg. He was a 1973 graduate of 71st High School. He loved Mustangs and his ' 67 Chevelle. A graveside service will be held on Monday, November 13, 2023, at 2pm in Cumberland Memorial Gardens on Raeford Road. Bobby is survived by his wife, Tonja Schweineberg; sisters Linda Joyce, Janet...

Robert Alan Schweineberg, 68, of Hope Mills, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2023, in his home with his family by his side. He is preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Frances...

Derek Lauterbach Fayetteville

Mr. Derek Dean Lauterbach, 41, of Fayetteville, NC, and formerly of Watseka, IL, passed away on November 4, 2023, at his home. Derek was born September 25, 1982, in Watseka, IL, to David and Debbie Lauterbach. He served in the US Army as an 11-Bravo in the 82nd Airborne. Derek was a concrete finisher and tile setter by trade. He loved music and playing his guitar and keyboard, as well as practicing in a band. He enjoyed skateboarding, cycling, and...

Mr. Derek Dean Lauterbach, 41, of Fayetteville, NC, and formerly of Watseka, IL, passed away on November 4, 2023, at his home. Derek was born September 25, 1982, in Watseka, IL, to David...

Michael Hicks Fayetteville

Michael “Mikey” Douglas Hicks, of Fayetteville, NC, passed unexpectedly on Saturday, November 4, 2023, in Greenville, NC. Mikey loved his family, friends, his cat, and a good debate anytime of the day. You could always find him spending time outside and simply enjoying nature. His wit and infectious humor were legendary. Mikey was a smart, compassionate, kind, old soul that would keep you on your toes always. Mikey loved animals and children. You could see that every...

Michael “Mikey” Douglas Hicks, of Fayetteville, NC, passed unexpectedly on Saturday, November 4, 2023, in Greenville, NC. Mikey loved his family, friends, his cat, and a good...

Arthur "Jerry" Brown, Jr. Fayetteville

Arthur (Jerry) Madison Brown, Jr., 90, of Fayetteville passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023 at his residence. Jerry was the only child of Arthur Madison and Eva Brown. He was born in Greensboro and lived there for the early part of his life. He joined the Army in 1951 and was stationed at Fort Bragg during the Korean War. During this time he served with the 82nd Airborne Division. Three years later, he left the Army and moved back to Greensboro where he was a small business...

Arthur (Jerry) Madison Brown, Jr., 90, of Fayetteville passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023 at his residence. Jerry was the only child of Arthur Madison and Eva Brown. He was born in...

Dorothy Fay Hedgepeth Fayetteville

With heavy hearts, the family of Rev. Dr. John Hedgepeth is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mrs. Dorothy Fay Bullard Hedgepeth. Fay passed into the arms of the Lord on November 2, 2023, at 2:09 p.m. Born in Rockingham, North Carolina, to her loving parents James Herman and Doretha “Dot” Rainwater Bullard, Fay’s parents emphasized the importance of an education and instilled in her a lifelong desire to learn. Fay demonstrated her commitment to learning by...

With heavy hearts, the family of Rev. Dr. John Hedgepeth is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mrs. Dorothy Fay Bullard Hedgepeth. Fay passed into the arms of the Lord on November 2, 2023,...

Tsuruko Weiss Fayetteville

Tsuruko “Sue" Nakazato Weiss, 86, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Village Green Health and Rehabilitation Center. Tsuruko was born on November 10, 1936, in Nakijin Nakasone, Okinawa to the late Tokujiro Nakazato and Kana Oshiro. Her father passed away when she was 6 years old and was raised by a single mother who was a sugar farmer and raised hogs. Tsuruko was the 3rd youngest of 9 children. She married Howard Weiss in 1958,...

Tsuruko “Sue" Nakazato Weiss, 86, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Village Green Health and Rehabilitation Center. Tsuruko was born on November 10, 1936,...

Betty Willoughby St. Petersberg, Florida

Betty Faye Stephens Willoughby, 79, of 4714 Watauga Road, died Monday, October 30, 2023, in Bayfront Hospice St Petersburg, FL. She was born January 23, 1944, in Lumberton NC to James Ennis Stephens and Virginia Grace Taylor. Betty was a hairdresser, loving mother, and a woman full of love and grace. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, November 11, 2023, at St. Matthews United Methodist Church. Her burial will follow at Cumberland Memorial Gardens. .The...

Betty Faye Stephens Willoughby, 79, of 4714 Watauga Road, died Monday, October 30, 2023, in Bayfront Hospice St Petersburg, FL. She was born January 23, 1944, in Lumberton NC to James Ennis...

Jimmy Henley, Jr. Fayetteville

Jimmy L. Henley, Jr., 55, of Fayetteville passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at his residence with his family by his side. Jimmy was born on January 28, 1968, in Germany to Jimmy L. Henley, Sr. and the late Linda Stubbs Henley. Jimmy was self-employed as a private investigator and began his career as a Spring Lake Police Officer before becoming the Chief of Detectives. He also worked with the City-County Bureau of Narcotics. He later joined his dad’s business before starting...

Jimmy L. Henley, Jr., 55, of Fayetteville passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at his residence with his family by his side. Jimmy was born on January 28, 1968, in Germany to Jimmy L....

Harold Tolar Fayetteville

Mr. Harold Tolar, a beloved resident of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at the age of 86, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Harold's life was a testament to his dedication, commitment, and unwavering love for his family, community, and his various affiliations. Born on August 15, 1937, in Fayetteville, Harold was the son of the late Franklin Highsmith Tolar and Jeanette Davis Tolar Wood. He was a dedicated family man, known for his deep love...

Mr. Harold Tolar, a beloved resident of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at the age of 86, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Harold's life was a...

Robert Kerstetter Fayetteville

(SGM) Robert Jay Kerstetter, 77, of Fayetteville, NC, died Friday, October 27, 2023, at Womack Army Medical Center. Robert was born March 20, 1946, in Wenatchee, WA to the late James Barnes Kerstetter and Catherine Nance Jones Kerstetter. He retired from the US Army. Robert is survived by his wife, Roberta Isaacs Kerstetter; sons, Christopher Robert Kerstetter (and wife Tammy) and Peter Aaron Kerstetter; granddaughter, Sheena Hohing; grandson, Brian Kerstetter (and...

(SGM) Robert Jay Kerstetter, 77, of Fayetteville, NC, died Friday, October 27, 2023, at Womack Army Medical Center. Robert was born March 20, 1946, in Wenatchee, WA to the late James Barnes...

May Mark Fayetteville

Mrs. May Yin Mark of Fayetteville, NC, passed peacefully on her 94th birthday, Thursday, October 26, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her family. May was born October 26, 1929, in China. May was the owner/operator of the Young China Laundry in downtown Fayetteville for many years. She enjoyed being at the beach and especially fishing off the Surf City Pier. After retirement, she enjoyed oil and water-color painting and won many awards for her work. Many of...

Mrs. May Yin Mark of Fayetteville, NC, passed peacefully on her 94th birthday, Thursday, October 26, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her family. May was born October 26, 1929, in...

James Depew Fayetteville

James Arthur Depew, 59, of Fayetteville, North Carolina went to be with our Lord on October 23, 2023. James, known lovingly by all as ‘Jim,’ was born in Brunswick, Maine in 1964 to Charley Depew and MaryLee (McKinney) Depew. Though Maine was his first home, he also spent time in San Diego, California and Boone, Iowa, where he graduated from Boone High in 1983. After graduation, Jim enlisted in the United States Army where he served honorably for twenty years. It was during...

James Arthur Depew, 59, of Fayetteville, North Carolina went to be with our Lord on October 23, 2023. James, known lovingly by all as ‘Jim,’ was born in Brunswick, Maine in 1964...

Hsing-O Long Fayetteville

Mrs. Hsing-O Wang Long, 86, of Fayetteville, NC, died Sunday, October 22, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Hsing-O was born May 28, 1937, in Taiwan. She was a homemaker. Hsing-O was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed cooking, but her specialty was Taiwanese cuisine. Hsing-O is survived by her husband, Thomas L. Long; three daughters, Shu-Juin Long, Shu-Yin Long, and Jennifer L. Long; granddaughter, Solis Tapia; grandson, Kenneth (Ashley)...

Mrs. Hsing-O Wang Long, 86, of Fayetteville, NC, died Sunday, October 22, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Hsing-O was born May 28, 1937, in Taiwan. She was a homemaker. ...

Corey Culver St. Pauls

Corey Alan Culver, 29, of St. Pauls, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, in Denton Texas. Corey was born on July 24, 1994, in Cumberland County to Douglas Lee Culver and the late Pamela Benton. He attended Hoke County and Harnett County Schools during his younger years. He was a veteran of the US Army. He was previously employed with Tesla Power Co. and was currently working as a superintendent with Blue Ridge Power Company. Corey was a wonderful provider, always supporting his...

Corey Alan Culver, 29, of St. Pauls, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, in Denton Texas. Corey was born on July 24, 1994, in Cumberland County to Douglas Lee Culver and the late Pamela...

Donna Wheeler Fayetteville

Mrs. Donna Lou Bagley Wheeler, 73, of Fayetteville, NC, died Sunday, October 15, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. Donna was born October 13, 1950, in Fayetteville, NC, to Walter Reese Bagley and Vara Beatrice Beard Bagley. She enjoyed volunteering at Martha’s table through Person Street United Methodist Church, where she was a lifelong member. Donna also enjoyed traveling. Donna is survived by her husband, Francis Leroy Wheeler; daughters, Tammy...

Mrs. Donna Lou Bagley Wheeler, 73, of Fayetteville, NC, died Sunday, October 15, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. Donna was born October 13, 1950, in Fayetteville, NC, to Walter...

Carmen Betancourt Fayetteville

Mrs. Carmen Nera Betancourt, 87,of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Carmen was born July 16, 1936, in the Philippines. She moved to Fayetteville in 1961. Mrs. Betancourt enjoyed spending time with her friends at her store in the Bragg Boulevard Flea Market and playing bingo, traveling, and winning on the slot machines. Her family and friends will remember her as one lucky lady. She is preceded in death by her...

Mrs. Carmen Nera Betancourt, 87,of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Carmen was born July 16, 1936, in the Philippines. She moved...

Eugene Burger Fayetteville

Eugene Richard Burger, 71, of Fayetteville, formerly of Lorida, Florida passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Eugene was born on August 31, 1952, in Plymouth, Indiana to the late Eugene Elbert Burger and Betty Jane Muffley Burger. He was a U.S. Navy Vietnam Veteran. In addition to serving his country Eugene’s hobby was collecting junk and he enjoyed riding motorcycles. He lived 10 years in the Philippines where he loved spending time. A...

Eugene Richard Burger, 71, of Fayetteville, formerly of Lorida, Florida passed away on Friday, October 13, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Eugene was born on August 31, 1952, in...

Rowland Horne Fayetteville

Mr. Rowland Nathaniel Horne, Jr., 81, died Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Rowland was born September 25, 1942, in Hope Mills, NC, to the late Roland Nathaniel Horne, Sr. and Mattie Marie Edge. He was a faithful member of Northwood Temple since 1977 and the owner/operator of Horne’s Recovery and Towing. He loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing, going to Atlanta to see a Braves’ game, and especially watching his grandson play...

Mr. Rowland Nathaniel Horne, Jr., 81, died Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Rowland was born September 25, 1942, in Hope Mills, NC, to the late Roland...

Jean Johnson Fayetteville

Jean Garland Johnson, 75, of Fayetteville passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at Woodlands Nursing Home and Rehabilitation. Jean was born on April 28, 1948, in Lee County to the late Sidney Everett Johnson, Sr. and Margret Elizabeth Hatch Johnson. A private family service will be held. Funeral arrangements by Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home, 545 Ramsey St. Fayetteville, N.C. 28301 Online condolences may be made at www.Jerniganwarren.com

Jean Garland Johnson, 75, of Fayetteville passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at Woodlands Nursing Home and Rehabilitation. Jean was born on April 28, 1948, in Lee County to the...

Richard Van Tassel Fayetteville

Richard Henry Van Tassel, 74, of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on February 1, 1949. He is retired from the US Army and served in the 82nd and the 101st Airborne Divisions. A committal service with Full Military Honors will be held at 10am on Friday, October 20, 2023 in Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery. He is predeceased by brothers, Kurt and Robert Van Tassel. He is survived by a nephew,...

Richard Henry Van Tassel, 74, of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. He was born in Detroit, Michigan on February 1, 1949. He is retired from...

Robert Parker Raeford

Mr. Robert Allen Parker, 59, of Raeford, died Monday, October 9, 2023, at FirstHealth Hospice and Palliative care in West End, NC. Robert was born on August 31, 1964, to Ronald and Karin Parker. He worked many years as a manager at Hank’s Car Wash until it closed then transitioned over to Walmart and enjoyed working and spending time there with his coworkers. In his spare time, he loved to watch NASCAR, spend time with his family, and take care of his yard and truck. He was loved and...

Mr. Robert Allen Parker, 59, of Raeford, died Monday, October 9, 2023, at FirstHealth Hospice and Palliative care in West End, NC. Robert was born on August 31, 1964, to Ronald and Karin Parker....

John Tyndall Fayetteville

John Lee Tyndall, 75, of Fayetteville passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at Highsmith Rainey Hospital with his family by his side. Johnny was born on December 18, 1947, in Cumberland County. He was a U.S. Marine veteran who served in the Vietnam War, receiving a Purple Heart. Johnny continued serving his community with the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department for 47 years until recently when his health would not allow. He lived a life of serving others and was a pillar...

John Lee Tyndall, 75, of Fayetteville passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2023, at Highsmith Rainey Hospital with his family by his side. Johnny was born on December 18, 1947, in Cumberland County....

Michael Bennett Fayetteville

Michael Donald Bennett, 62, of Fayetteville, NC passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023, in his residence. Michael is preceded in death as the son of Donald John Bennett and Elizabeth Faye Davis. He was born in Fort Campbell, Kentucky on April 19,1961 in the base’s military hospital. Michael was a native of Fayetteville, N.C and graduated from Douglas Byrd Senior High School in 1979. Shortly after graduation, he moved to Oakland, CA for several years and worked in...

Michael Donald Bennett, 62, of Fayetteville, NC passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023, in his residence. Michael is preceded in death as the son of Donald John Bennett and Elizabeth...

Steven Twaddle Fayetteville

Steven (Steve) K. Twaddle, 74, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday September 29, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville, NC, after a short illness. Steve was born August 19, 1949 in San Antonio, TX, to the late John Irvin Twaddle, Jr. and Gerda Irmgard Marie Siecke Twaddle. Steve is survived by his wife, Jane Sealey Twaddle. He is also survived by daughters Cathy Chapman (GA), Karen Twaddle Salmon and her husband Terry Salmon (TX), and Kory Twaddle and her...

Steven (Steve) K. Twaddle, 74, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday September 29, 2023, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville, NC, after a short illness. Steve was...

Marshall Howie Fayetteville

Marshall Craig Howie, 98, of Fayetteville died on September 28, 2023. A Fayetteville native, Mr. Howie was born on May 29, 1925, to the late Samuel and Clara Howie. He is survived by his wife of 71 years Betty Howie of Fayetteville, daughter Emily Howie (and husband Hal Norman) of Clarksville, VA, son Craig Howie of Washington, DC, his brother, Robert Howie, Sr. and nephews Robert Howie, Jr., and Nathan Howie (and wife Mary Lynn), all of Fayetteville. Mr....

Marshall Craig Howie, 98, of Fayetteville died on September 28, 2023. A Fayetteville native, Mr. Howie was born on May 29, 1925, to the late Samuel and Clara Howie. He is survived...

Dorothy Daniel Fayetteville

In the early morning hours of September 28, 2023, Dorothy Louise Daniel, known affectionately as "Granny," age 85, peacefully closed her eyes and was welcomed into her heavenly home. Her journey of faith, which began at the age of 16, carried her steadfastly for 69 remarkable years, preparing her for a joyous reunion with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Dorothy was born on May 14, 1938, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, as the third oldest of seven siblings. Her childhood was marked...

In the early morning hours of September 28, 2023, Dorothy Louise Daniel, known affectionately as "Granny," age 85, peacefully closed her eyes and was welcomed into her heavenly home. Her...

Walter Wilson, Sr Eastover

Mr. Walter William Wilson, Sr., 81, of Eastover, NC, died Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the Durham VA Medical Center. Walter was born November 9, 1941, in Durham, NC, to the late Wesley Jasper Wilson and Nellie Mae Hampstead Wilson. He was a US Army Veteran and a retired truck driver. Walter is survived by his wife, Shirley Wilson; daughter, Lori Wilson Mellott (and husband Dennis); son, Walter W. Wilson Jr (and partner Karen Shaw); sister, Betty Ann McGee; six...

Mr. Walter William Wilson, Sr., 81, of Eastover, NC, died Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the Durham VA Medical Center. Walter was born November 9, 1941, in Durham, NC, to the late Wesley...

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