Stedman, N.C. Martha Darden, 59 of Stedman, N.C. passed away on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013. Martha was born in Fayetteville, NC on Dec. 18, 1953 to the late James and Cassie Darden. Martha was a mother, dedicated caregiver, an active member of Faith Builders Christian Center in Stedman, and a faithful woman of God. Martha is survived by her children, Nicole Howell of Stedman; Melissa Brinkley of Stedman; Candace McGowan and husband Mark of Fayetteville; LCpl Joshua Miller of Camp Pendleton, Ca.; stepchildren, Adam Brinkley of Roseboro, JoAnn Hobson and husband Gary, of Stedman; grandchildren; Talus, Christian, Kayla, Cassie and Aubry. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013 at Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home in Fayetteville. A chapel service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013 also at Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home officiated by Rev. Casey Welker. The Family will receive friends, Tuesday, February 26, 2013 at Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home from 6pm to 8pm The memorial service will be held Wednesday, February, 27, 2013 at 2pm in Jernigan-Warren Chapel