Carolyn Riddle Strickland
Jul 4, 2026
Carolyn Riddle Strickland, 94, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully at FirstHealth Hospice and Palliative Care on Saturday, July 4th, 2026.
Carolyn was born in Cumberland County on January 25, 1932, to the late Ernest Edward Riddle and Vera Mae Brady Riddle. Born and raised in Cumberland County, she was a founding member of Northwood Temple. Carolyn retired from Trailways Bus Company...
Erni Davies
Jul 4, 2026
Ella Ernestine Davies (nee Futrell), age 93, went home to be with the Lord on July 4, 2026, at Village Green Health and Rehabilitation in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
She was born September 18, 1932, in Dover, Tennessee, the daughter of Edgar Dawson and Lillie Mae (nee Anglin) Futrell.
Erni deeply loved her family, both immediate and extended. For most of her life,...
Andrew Bernard Moore
Jul 2, 2026
Andrew Bernard Moore, 73, of Eastover, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Andrew proudly served his country by first joining the United States Army before transferring to the United States Air Force. He retired after 20 years of faithful military service. Following his military career, he worked as an Environmental Engineer with Civil...
Rev. Dr. Dennis Cecil Lamm
Jul 1, 2026
Rev. Dr. Dennis Cecil Lamm, 83, a devoted servant, beloved family man, and steadfast friend, passed away on July 1, 2026, in Fayetteville. Born on August 17, 1942, in Wilson County, NC, Dennis’s life was a testament to his unwavering faith, compassionate heart, and enduring commitment to his family and community.
Throughout his life, Dennis was known for his gentle spirit...
Angela Gaye Devane
Jun 27, 2026
Angela "Angie" Gaye Devane, 64, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on April 18, 1962, in Cumberland County, Angie was the daughter of the late Lacy Capps and Betty Sanders Johnson. She graduated from Douglas Byrd High School with the Class of 1980.
Angie will be remembered for her positive attitude, silly...
Joshua Lee Gibbs
Jun 25, 2026
Joshua Lee Gibbs passed away surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, hard work, and unwavering love for those around him.
Josh was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend whose greatest joy in life was caring for others. He loved God with all his heart and lived his faith through...
Larry R. Johnson
Jun 18, 2026
Larry R. Johnson, 80, of Eastover, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his family.
Larry was born on March 30, 1946, in Harnett County to the late Charlie Jasper Johnson and Myrtle Scery Johnson.
He was a U.S. Army veteran who served in Korea. He worked at Central Fire Station for several years before beginning a...
Eddie "Gene" Lemonds
Jun 18, 2026
Mr. Eddie Gene Lemonds, 83, of Fayetteville, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 18, 2026, while attending a routine doctor's appointment.
Born on July 27, 1942, in Troy, North Carolina, Gene was the son of the late Howard Edward Lemonds and Alma Epps Lemonds.
Gene was a man who never shied away from hard work or a challenge. From a young age,...
Duncan Bethune McBryde, Jr.
Jun 16, 2026
Duncan Bethune McBryde, Jr., 78, of Raeford, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at his residence surrounded by his loving wife.
Born on September 25, 1947, in Cumberland County, Duncan was the son of the late Duncan Bethune McBryde, Sr. and Mabel Furmage McBryde.
Duncan retired from Procter & Gamble after 38 years of dedicated service in sales. He was...
Sherman Davis
Jun 15, 2026
Mr. Sherman Davis, 88, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
Sherman was born on August 12, 1937, in Cumberland County to the late John Davis and Ada Everette Davis.
A proud veteran, Sherman served his country honorably in the United States Air Force. Following his military service, he dedicated 30 years to...
Robert Ronald Palmer
Jun 11, 2026
Robert Ronald Palmer passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026. The day was warm and sunny, and the light of the sun shone upon him as he departed. He was surrounded by his family and beloved nurses who took incredible care of him at The Enclave Assisted Living Home in Clayton, North Carolina.
Bob (as he was known to most) was...
Frances E. Royal
Jun 11, 2026
Miss Frances Royal, known to all as Aunt Frances, 99, of Atlanta, Georgia passed away on Thursday, June 11, 2026 in her “home” at Wesley Woods surrounded by her loved ones.
Frances was born on June 1, 1927 in Cumberland County to the late Lillie Geddie and Deroy “Walter” Walden Royal. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior when...
Donna Sue Randell
Jun 8, 2026
Donna Sue Randell (Donna R. Taylor, Donna R. Johnson) went home to Heaven on June 8, 2026, following a massive stroke.
Donna was born on December 18, 1941 to Robert William “Bill” and Jessie Catherine Gough Randell in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She graduated from Tulsa Central High School in 1959 before attending Oklahoma Baptist University. Donna married and had three daughters during...
Nina Manley Johnson
Jun 7, 2026
Nina Manley Johnson, of Supply, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly at her residence on Sunday, June 7, 2026. She was 61 years old.
Born on August 19, 1964, at Fort Bragg, NC. Nina grew up in a military family and carried throughout her life the resilience, adaptability, and strong sense of family that shaped her upbringing.
For many years, Nina worked with...
Helen Hughes Petrucelli
Jun 2, 2026
Helen Hughes Petrucelli, 98, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at her residence with her family by her side.
Helen was born on April 23, 1928, in Bladenboro, North Carolina, to the late Rev. Holland Hughes and Alma Bowen Hughes.
She was a faithful member of Northwood Temple, where she lovingly served in the nursery for 25 years. Helen...
Joyce Hope Carpenter
May 31, 2026
Joyce Hope Cook Carpenter, 81 of Fayetteville, NC died Sunday, May 31, 2026
Joyce was born November 12, 1944 in Johnston County to the Late Charlie Thomas Cook and Viola Elizabeth House Cook
She was preceded in death by her Husband of 46 years, Retired US Army Sergeant Major Clifford Paxton Carpenter in 2015 and her two sisters, Rachel Beasley and Mae...
Douglas C. Barrett
May 31, 2026
Douglas (DC) Barrett passed away on Sunday, May 31. He was born January 22, 1935, the only child of John and Sadie Barrett.
Growing up in Massey Hill, he graduated from Massey Hill High School in 1954. Following graduation he began his career with Carolina Telephone. Answering his call from Uncle Sam and serving his draft in the US Army, he...
Norman F. Smith
May 30, 2026
Norman F. Smith, Jr., 84, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Saturday May 30, 2026, at Duke Medical Center with his loving family by his side.
Born on December 21, 1941, in Cumberland County, Norman was the son of the late Norman F. Smith, Sr. and Mary Agnes Barnette Smith.
Norman shared a loving marriage with his wife, Joan E. Smith, for...
Jeneal Jackson Harris
May 27, 2026
Jeneal Jackson Harris, 96, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
Jeneal was born on January 7, 1930, in Cumberland County, NC to Ernest and Elgie Lewis Jackson. She graduated as valedictorian from Stedman High School in 1947. She went on to graduate from Campbell College (now University) and Worth Business School. A job search led her to a position...
Shirley Owens Simmons
May 27, 2026
Shirley Owens Simmons, 87 of Fayetteville, North Carolina journeyed to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Left behind was a legacy woven in faith, fierce love, and unforgettable memories. Shirley was born on May 30, 1938, In Mullins, South Carolina to John and Betty Owens.
Shirley was a woman whose life was grounded in God and a devotion...
