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Monday, December 31, 2012

Clemateen H. Britt

Clemateen Harden Britt of 310 West Third Ave died Saturday, December 29, 2012 in her home at the age of 71.
She was born in Robeson County on April 17, 1941 to the late Dolan and Lula Edwards Harden. She was preceded in death by her son Wayne White; a brother, Talmadge Harden; and sisiters, Hazel Haire and Kathleen Hales. She attended the Church of God of Prophecy in Raeford. She retired from Cheseborough-Ponds in Raeford. She loved to cook and carry food to her neighbors and work in the garden. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and neighbor. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
Survivors are her husband, Robert Britt; daughters, Carolyn Deese (Dennis) of Englewood, Colorado, and Teresa Dean of Pinebluff; sons, Ronnie Haynes (Julie) of Troy, and George Haynes of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; a brother Delton Harden (Juanita) of Raeford; three sisters, Ernestine Hinson (Frank) of Raeford, Geraldine Garrett of Livingston, Tennessee, and Carrie Jacobs (Harold) of Lumberton.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the Church of God of Prophecy, 913 West Prospect Ave, Raeford, with Pastor Randall Snead officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Friday, December 28, 2012

David McFadyen

David Gratton McFadyen Sr. of Fayetteville died from complications of the flu Thursday, December 27, 2012 in FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital at the age of 70.
He was born in Robeson County on November 25, 1942. He was preceded in death by his father James Gratton McFadyen and his stepfather, Gus Parker. He was a member of Arran Lake Baptist Church, and was a past member of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Rockfish where he served as deacon. He retired from the North Carolina Department of Transportation after 28 years of service and the Raeford Salvage Company after 10 years of service. He was also the owner and operator of McFadyen's Firewood Service for 28 years. He was a member of the Pee Dee Antique Power Club and a board member of the Sea Garden Home Owner's Association. He graduated from 71st High School in 1962.
Survivors are his wife, Otha Taylor McFadyen of Fayetteville; sons David Gratton McFadyen, Jr. (Debra) of Fayetteville, and Keith Taylor McFadyen (Anne) of Fayetteville; a daughter, Tracey McFadyen Tugwell (Randy) of Kure Beach; his mother, Grace Parker of Fayetteville; a brother, Gary Parker of Fayetteville; a sister, Norma Strother of Raeford; and eight grandchildren, Taylor, Caleb, Gabriel, Christian, Noah, and Joshua McFadyen, Graysen and Jett Tugwell.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Saturday, December 29, 2012 at Arran Lake Baptist Church, 1130 Bingham Drive, Fayetteville.
The funeral will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, December 30, 2012 at Arran Lake Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Jeff Isenhour and Pastor Phil Horne officiating. Burial will be in LaFayette Memorial Park West.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Arran Lake Baptist Church, 1130 Bingham Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304. Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Howard Craig

Howard Craig formerly of Raeford died Thursday, December 27, 2012 in Lower Cape Fear Hospice Brunswick Center at the age of 76.
He was born in Caldwell County on March 22, 1936 to the late Douglas Hayward Craig Maggie Estelle Sullivan Craig. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Douglas Craig and Ray Craig. He was the owner and operator of the Raeford Body Shop in Raeford before he retired in 2010. He was a member of the Coastal Tarheels Chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Glenda H. Craig of Supply; sons, Billy Craig of Supply, and Kenneth Craig of Raeford; daughter, Yvonne Whitmire (Bill) of Shallotte; sisters-in-law, Carol Craig of Hope Mills, and Jackie Craig of Converse, Texas; seven grandchildren, Beth Cook (Charlie), A.J. Combs, Brittany Combs, Christian Craig, Justin Craig, Kevin Craig, LeeAnna Craig; three great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m.. Saturday, December 29, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m., Sunday, December 30, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel with Otho Tew officiating. Burial will be in the Raeford Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Foundation, Attention: Brunswick Care Center, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Pearlie McDowell

Pearlie McDowell, 84, a long-time resident of Annapolis, Maryland, died December 1 at Anne Arundel Medical Center.
Known to his friends as "Jack", he was born on May 22, 1928 in Raeford where he attended school. He enlisted in the Army and served in Korea, and with peace keeping forces in Germany. He also served as a cook in the Army. After his military service, he began working at Bethlehem Steel in Sparrows Point, where he was employed as a steel worker for more than 35 years.
After retirement, he moved to Millsboro, Delaware, and enjoyed tending his flower garden, a hobby he continued until his death. He returned to the Annapolis area when he began having health problems, living at Gardens of Annapolis. There he met his wife, Barbara McDowell, whom he married on May 27, 2011.
He was a member of the United Steel Workers of America and attended Broadneck Evangelical Presbyterian Church.
He loved animals, had a lifelong passion for cooking, and was a country western movie aficionado, his favorites being John Wayne movies.
He is preceded in death by his brothers, Maxie, Curtis, Melvin and Walter McDowell.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara, and her son, Bill Tucker of Annapolis; two sons, Duane McDowell and Jack Albert McDowell, both of Salisbury; one daughter, Beverly Leigh Hartson of Virginia; two sisters, Earlie Mae Smith and Geneva Mckeithan; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
A Life Celebration was held on Friday, December 7 at 11 a.m. and a funeral at noon at the George P. Kalas Funeral Home, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater.
Interment was at Faith Memorial Gardens, 5598 Trumps Mill Rd., Baltimore.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Alcoholics Anonymous, c/o Annapolis Area Intergroup, P.O. Box 2267, Annapolis, MD 21404. Online guestbook available at www.kalasfuneralhomes.com

Monday, December 24, 2012

Catherine M. Whitaker

Catherine Michaela Whitaker was born on Sunday, December 16, 2012 at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill. She passed away on Tuesday, December 18, 2012.
She is survived by her parents, Andy L. and Tonya Townsend Whitaker; her sisters, Savannah and Sophia; her grandparents, David and Karen Wheeler, Brenda Townsend and Paul Helvey; great-grandparents; and aunts, uncles and cousins.
A private memorial will be held at a later date.

Thursday, December 20, 2012

James "Robert" McNeill

James "Robert" McNeill, age 75, of Raeford, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2012. He was born on March 3, 1937 in Raeford to William John McNeill and Addie Baker McNeill. He grew up in Raeford and graduated from Raeford High School.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Alona Mussmann McNeill. He is also survived by his loving daughters, Susan McNeill Powell, husband Paul, and Nancy McNeill Peterson, husband Jeff, all of Wilmington. He is also survived by his grandson Chase McNeill Peterson, who he affectionately called "my little buddy." He is survived by brothers, Lewis McNeill and wife Sarah Louise McNeill, St. Pauls, and Floyd McNeill and wife Joye McNeill, Raeford; sisters Janie McNeill Barbour and husband Eugene Barbour, Fayetteville, and Lucille McNeill Burkhart and husband Richard Burkhart, Edith McNeill Newton and husband Edwin Newton, both of Raeford. He is also survived by Melva Mussmann Nielsen and Richard Nielsen of Weeping Water, Nebraska, and Carol Mussmann Jordan and Larry Jordan and Gordan Mussmann, all of Lincoln, Nebraska.
He was also blessed with an abundance of nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his brother William Edward McNeill and wife Hazel, and sister Margaret McNeill Willis and husband Clarence.
He served four years in the United States Air Force and then began a 16- year career with the US Postal Service. His interest in agriculture afforded him the opportunity for his career path to lead to farming, which he dearly loved.
His proudest accomplishments were his 52 years with Alona, his daughters, sons-in-law, and grandson. He was devoted to his family and friends and certainly never met a stranger.
He was a member of Galatia Presbyterian Church where he served on the board of deacons and was a dedicated fireman at Puppy Creek Volunteer Fire Department, and served as the chairman of the board of directors.
A service will be held to celebrate his life on December 22, 2012 at 11 a.m. at Galatia Presbyterian Church, Fayetteville. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church prior to the service from 9:30 am to 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Galatia Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 8800 Galatia Church Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304 or the charity of your choice. Crumpler Funeral Home in Raeford, NC will serve the family.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Monday, December 17, 2012

Rev. Everett Gates

Rev. Everett Gates Sr., 77, of Raeford, died Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012.
Survivors are: wife, Doris; children, Sharon Thompson, Everette, Jamari; sisters, Lizzie Marion, Eva Harrigan, Jacqueline King; six grandchildren.
The funeral was held Mon. Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. in Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Wagram. Burial was in Nazareth Missionary Baptist Church cemetery in Wagram.

Friday, December 14, 2012

Robert W. Wilkes

Robert "Bobby" Wayne Wilkes, 73, of Wagram, formerly of Raeford, died Wednesday, December 12, 2012.
Born April 13, 1939 in Raeford to the late Mamie Currie and John Daniel Wilkes. He worked at Burlington Industries for 45 years as a foreman. He is also preceded in death by two brothers, James and Wilton Wilkes; and three sisters, Thelma Adcox, Ella May Cook, and Marie Hales.
Survivors are: wife, Shirley; sons, Robert and his wife Teresa of Rowland, Bryan and his wife Teresa of Raeford, and Donald and is wife Lisa of Aberdeen; brothers, J.D. of McColl, South Carolina, and Ervin of Clyde, North Carolina; sister, Peggy Inman of Raeford; brother-in-law , Roy Calhoun of Gibson, North Carolina; sister-in-law, Mae Anna Wilkes of Washington, North Carolina; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Sun. Dec. 16 at 3 p.m. in Caledonia UMC in Laurinburg with the Rev. Kelly Barr officiating. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery in Maxton.
Visitation will be held Sat. Dec. 15 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Caledonia UMC.
Memorials may be made to: Caledonia UMC, 15201 Barnes Bridge Rd., Laurinburg, NC 28352; or Hospice of Scotland County, PO Box 1033. Laurningburg, NC 28353.
Online condolences may be made at www.bckfh.com.

Audrey McRAe

Audrey McRae, 90, of Raeford, died Saturday, Dec. 8, 2012.
Survived by a granddaughter.
The funeral will be held Fri. Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. in Buie Funeral Home chapel.

Carl W. Jackson

Carl W. Jackson, 63, of Raeford, died Monday, Dec. 10, 2012.
Survivors are: daughters, Sharon Pringle, Annie Willis and Merdine Jones; son, Edward Henegan; siblings, Lendora, Genetta, Naomi and Matthew; seven grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Sat. Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. Saturday in J.W. Turlington School Auditorium. Burial will be in Center Grove MBC Church cemetery in Red Springs.
Viewing from 1 to 6 p.m. today, Dec, 14 at Doby Funeral Home in Raeford.

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Odessa L McZorn

Odessa L. McZorn, 69, of 3401 Army Road, died Monday, Dec. 10, 2012.
Survivors are: sisters, Doris Monroe, Sally Cole, Hattie McNeil, Jossie Pigford, Nancy Penn and Estella Martin; and brothers, Isaiah, Joe and Joeseph.

The funeral will be held Friday, Dec. 14 at noon in McZorn AME Zion Church in Wagram. Burial will be in McNair Cemetery.
Visitation, 6 to 7 tonight DEc. 13 at Jones & Little's Funeral Service in Aberdeen.

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Kenneth Frederick

Kenneth Frederick of 1301 E. 4th Ave died Tuesday, December 11, 2012 in UNC Hospital at the age of 61.
He was born in Moore County on December 10, 1951 to the late Kenneth Alexander Frederick and Frances Quimby Frederick. He was preceded in death by his brother, Garry A. Frederick. A special thanks to all of his friends in Hoke County for taking care of him.
Survivors are his daughter, Lori F. Klinger and her husband Matt of Aberdeen; his sisters, Janice F. Conoly of Southern Pines, Teresa F. Odom and her husband Ronnie of Shallotte; and two grandchildren, Courtney and Emily Klinger, both of Aberdeen.
A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, December 14, 2012 in the Shiloh Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends after the service at the cemetery.
In Lieu of Flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of Hoke County, 336 S. Main Street, Raeford, NC 28376.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Dorchell H. Wilson

Dorchell Hurst Wilson, 42, of Raleigh, formerly of Raeford, died Dec. 7, 2012.
Survivors are: father, John Hurst; sisters, Ellen Denise Ali, Debra Madison, and Donna Hurst; brothers, Benjamin and Chaivs; and a host of aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The funeral will be held Sat., Dec. 15 at 11 a.m. in Raleigh North Christian Center in Raleigh. Burial will be in Macon, Georgia.

Monday, December 10, 2012

Carolyn A. Baker

Carolyn Ann Baker of Raeford died Sunday, December 9, 2012 in her home at the age of 58.
She was born in Hoke County on September 6, 1954. She was preceded in death by her father, Elwood Baker, her brother, Douglas Baker, and her companion, Herb Hancock.
Survivors are her mother, Reeta M. Baker of Raeford; her brother, Neil E. Baker (Elisa) of Iowa; her sister, Faye Baker (Bruce Crawley) of Fayetteville; her niece, Christy Baker of Raleigh; and her nephews, Shawn Baker of Raeford and J.D. Baker of Iowa.
Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, December 12, at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, December 14 in the Raeford Cemetery with the Rev. Tex Deaton officiating.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Mildred D. Canady

Mildred Deloris Canady, 41, of Autumn Care Nursing Home, died Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012.
Survivors are: daughters, Molichia Ferguson and Frances Marley; sons, Raymond Jenkins and Robert Jenkins; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The funeral was held Sat., Dec. 8 at 1 p.m. in Mount Peace Baptist Church in Raleigh. Burial was in Carolina Biblical Gardens.

Robert J. Bommele

Robert Jude Bommele, 52, of Raeford, died Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.
He is survived by wife, Lynne Bommele; a daughter, Lee Anne Bommele; a stepdaughter, Lindsey Justice; his father, Robert Bommele; sisters, Connie Campisi and Ethel McCormick; and a brother, Gary Lergner.
The funeral was held Monday, December 10, 2012 at 1 p.m. at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Raeford. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Saturday, December 8, 2012

James Earl Jones

James Earl Jones passed away Thursday, December 6, 2012 at his home in Brentwood, Tennessee surrounded by his family. He was born September 19, 1944 to John Allen and Willa Conoly Jones in Lumber Bridge. He graduated from Hoke High School. He served in the Navy during Vietnam before attending East Carolina University. He was a longtime resident of Brentwood, where he was a successful businessman, avid volunteer and devoted husband and father. He is survived by his wife of over 40 years, Carol; sons, Christopher Neal Jones of Nashville and Michael Reed (Kristine) Jones of Pasadena, California; daughters, Kelly Anne Jones of Chattanooga and Kimberly Lynn Jones of Brentwood; granddaughter, Elena Arevik Jones; brothers, Whiteford and William Jones; sister, Catherine McNiell; sister-in-law, Barbara Jones all of North Carolina; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. he was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Jesse and Robert Jones; and sisters, Anne Oliver and Mary Cobb. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, December 9 at Williamson Memorial, at 4 p.m., David Kidd officiating, with visitation two hours preceding the service (2-4 pm). An additional memorial will be held at Sandy Grove United Methodist Church in Lumber Bridge at a date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to Operation Stand Down: Nashville. WILLIAMSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 615-794-2289. www.williamsonmemorial.com

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Howard C. Ross

Howard Connell Ross, 77, of Raeford, died Monday, Dec. 3, 2012.
Survivors are: wife, Martha; children, John, Ricky, Stephanie, Natassja, Diane, Cynthia and Rhonda; siblings, Dean, Clarence and Michael; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Fri. Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. in St. James United Church of God. Burial will be in Highland Biblical Gardens.
Viewing, noon to 7 p.m. today at Buie Funeral Home in Raeford.

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Mary O. Teal

Mary Oldham Teal of Raeford died Wednesday, December 5, 2012 in her home at the age of 88.
She was born in Tatum, South Carolina on October 11, 1924 to the late Fletcher and Martha Saunders Oldham. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond A. Teal; two sisters, Lillian Miller and Mae Butler; and three brothers, Eulus Oldham, Lewis Oldham, and James Oldham. She was a lifetime member of the Raeford Presbyterian Church.
Survivors are her sons, Dale Teal and Harold Teal both of Raeford; her daughters, Carole Crittenden, Martha Jo Davis and her husband, Charles, Ginger Matagi and her husband, Matt, all of Raeford; her brothers, Palmer Oldham and his wife Shirley of Red Springs, and Tommy Oldham of Red Springs; eight grandchildren, Al Crittenden, Harold Teal and his wife Tonya, Robert Thorne, Jr. and his wife Sarah, Michele D'Annunzio and her husband John, Travis Matagi, Todd Davis, Chris Davis, Ashley Davis; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday, December 7 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 8 in the Bethel Presbyterian Church Cemetery with the Rev. Jim Braden officiating.
Memorials may be made to the Raeford Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 1570, Raeford, NC 28376 and/or Community Home Care and Hospice, 5301 Morganton Road, Fayetteville, NC 28314.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Monday, December 3, 2012

Faye Best

Faye Eugenia Stroupe Best died Saturday, December 1, 2012 following a lengthy illness. She was born January 9, 1926 to the late Henry and Wilma Arthurs Stroupe in Dallas, North Carolina, and was a 1943 graduate of Dallas High School and a 1944 graduate of Evans College of Business in Gastonia. Following her graduation she was employed by Public Service Natural Gas in Gastonia for several years. She married James Frederick Best of Dallas on August 30, 1949 who survives.
After her children entered elementary school, she returned to school, earning her associate degree from Sandhills Community College, and bachelors and M.Ed. from Pembroke State University. Following her graduation from Pembroke she was employed for many years as a reading specialist by the Hoke County School system. After retiring she served as a volunteer with the Hoke Literacy Council. She spent most of her adult life in Raeford, where she was an active member of Raeford Presbyterian Church, the Raeford Woman's Club and Chaminade Music Club. As a member at Raeford Presbyterian Church she was a member of the John Calvin Sunday School class, the Handbell Choir, served as Bible study leader and as chair of her circle and as president of Women of the Church who later recognized her with a life membership. She also served as Enabler for the Women of the Church for the Coastal Carolina Presbytery. Following her move to Charlotte in 2007, she transferred her membership to Matthews Presbyterian Church.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Martin and Janie Best of Matthews; two daughters and sons-in-law, Joanna and Wesley Huggins of Yadkinville, and Janet and James Pyatt of Mount Airy; a brother and sister-in-law, Lamar and Jean Stroupe of Dallas; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, December 4 at Holy Communion Lutheran Church, Dallas (the church of her childhood) with the Rev. William Pederson and the Rev. Dave Drysdale officiating. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Gardens in Mount Holly.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Matthews Presbyterian Church, Raeford Presbyterian Church or Hospice and Palliative Care of Charlotte.
Online condolences may be made at: www.carothersfuneralhomedallas.com
Dallas Funeral Home is serving the Best family.

Deborah A. McKiver

Deborah Ann McKiver, 55, of Raeford, died Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2012.
Survived by: brother, Monty Flynn.
The funeral was held Sunday, Dec. 2 at 2 p.m. in Rock Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was church cemetery.

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Elizabeth "Lib" McVicker

Elizabeth (Lib) Norton McVicker of 1784 Rockfish Road, died Saturday, December 1, 2012 at FirstHealth Hospice House in Pinehurst.
She was born on October 20, 1945, to the late Carl Lester and Sara Louise Lee Norton,
She is also preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Garry Frederick. Lib was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church
She is survived by her husband, Billy F. McVicker of Raeford; a son, Chris Martin of Raeford, two stepsons, Tim McVicker and his wife Sherry of Graham, and Johnny McVicker and his wife Robin of Maxton; a stepdaughter Linda McDougald and her husband Jasper of Fayetteville; a sister Pam Norton Frederick of Raeford; three brothers, Billy Norton and his wife Myra of Lumberton, Don Norton and his wife Debbie of Raeford and Dale Norton and his wife Jill of Virginia Beach, Virginia; 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and nephews.
A visitation will be held Monday, December 3, 2012 from 7-9 p.m. at Crumpler Funeral Home in Raeford.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 4, 2012 at the Hillcrest Baptist Church with the REv. Toby Neal officiating. Inurnment will be held in the Richmond Memorial Park in Rockingham.
Memorials may be made to FirstHealth Hospice Foundation, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374 or to Hillcrest Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1533, Raeford, NC 28376
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Sara G. Harris

Sara Gibson Harris, 36 of Raeford, died Sunday, Nov. 25, 2012.
Survivors are: her husband, Shane; her parents, Larry and Alice Gibson; a son, Justin Gibson; a daughter, Chloe Harris; a brother Joseph Gibson and wife Kimberly; three sisters, Trina Lambert, Shonda Graham Bollinger and Donna Graham Estrada; maternal grandmother, Margaret Shortt; paternal grandmother, Carole Bennett; three nieces; three nephews; aunts, uncles and many, many beloved friends.
A celebration of life will be held Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012, at 4 p.m. in Freedom Biker Church, 455 Rockhill Road.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association at lung.org/donate/ or 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20004 or 202-785-3355

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Sgt. Corey J. Flowers

Sgt. Corey Jamel Flowers, 24, formally of Raeford, died Nov. 19, 2012 in Virginia.
Survivors are: wife; Pauletta; parents, Richard & Jacqueline; brother, Patrick; and grandmother, Mamie Whatley.
The funeral will be held Thurs. Nov. 29 at noon in Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in Sandhills Veteran Cemetery in Spring Lake. Visitation will be Wed. Nov. 28 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in Buie Funeral Home.

Darrick McNeill

Darrick McNeill, 41, died Friday, Nov. 23, 2012.
Survivors are: mother, Mattie; brothers, Tony & Adre; sisters, Shelia, and Gwendolyn McPhaul.
The funeral will be held Wed. Nov. 28 at 2 p.m. in Buie Funeral Home Chapel.
Viewing today, Nov. 27 from noon to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Monday, November 26, 2012

Sonja Cobb

Sonja Cobb, 46, of Fayetteville died Tuesday, Nov. 20.
She is survived by her husband Bruce Cobb; a son, Larante Cunningham; five daughters, Sonya Douglas and her husband Jerry, Krystle Butler, Quanisha Jameson and her husband Jamie, Bryisha Cobb and Shanda Wilson; her mother Geraldine Daniels; her father James Daniels Sr.; a brother, James Daniels Jr.; and three grandchildren.
The funeral was held Saturday, Nov. 24 at J.W. Turlington School. Burial was in McLaughlin Family Cemetery.

Annie L. Cunningham

Annie Lucille Cunningham, 88, of 711 Jackson St., died recently.
Survivors are: sons, James, Bobby, Milton, Tony and Aundrey; daughters, Linda Dockery, Dorothy McKoy, Shirley Fergison, Patricia McRae and Willie Tart; and 26 grandchildren.
The funeral was held Sun. Nov. 25 at 2 p.m. in Freedom Chapel AME Zion Church. Burial was in church cemetery.

Sonja Cobb

Sonja Cobb, 46, of 6805 Willowbrook Drive, Fayetteville, died Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2012.
Survivors are: husband, Bruce; daughters, Sonya Douglas, Krystle Butler, Quanisha Jameson, Shanda Wilson and Bryisha; and son, Larante Cunningham; and parents.
The funeral was held Sat. Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. in J.W. Turlington School in Raeford. Burial was in McLaughlin family cemetery in Raeford.

David M. Smith

David M. Smith of Raleigh, formerly of Fayettevillle, died Friday November 23, 2012 in Wake Med Hospital at the age of 52.
He was born in Heidelberg, Germany to Roscoe A. and Mary Taylor Smith. He was a Machinist Engineer with the Accurate Machine Corp.
Survivors include a son, Sean Smith of Raleigh; a daughter: Shannon Eddings of Sanford, Florida; his mother, Mary Smith of Fayetteville; two brothers, Rocky Smith of Fredericksburg, Virginia and Ricky Smith (Ellen) of Covington, Georgia; two sisters, Debbie Gardner (Wayne) of Raeford and Donna Baker (Daren) of Tampa, Florida; and two grandchildren, Michael David Eddings of St. Augustine, Florida and Mikayla Rose of Sanford, Florida.
A graveside service will be 2:00 pm Wednesday, November 28 in the Raeford Cemetery with Chaplain John Nickalson officiating.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Friday, November 23, 2012

Sidney Moore

Sidney Moore, formerly of Raeford, died Thursday, November 22, 2012 in his home in Virginia Beach, Virginia at the age of 75.
He was born in Pender County on August 11, 1937 to the late Sindney Roderick Moore Sr. and Sallie Carroll Moore. He was a member of the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and the Raeford Masonic Lodge #306.
Survivors his wife Yolanda Moore of Virginia Beach; sons, Carlos Moore and his wife Bonnie of Alvarado, Texas, Richard Moore of Dallas, Texas; daughters, Patricia "Patty" M. Santiago and her husband Robert of Virginia Beach, Raquel M. Swensen of Pinebluff, Jennifer Gibson Watkins and her husband Rick of Crossville, Tennessee; his brother, Graham Moore and his wife Karen of Florence, South Carolina; and a sister Carroll Coley and her husband Walter of Charlotte.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Sunday, November 25, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC 28376. Burial will be in the Raeford Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Grand Central Station, P. O. Box. 4777, New York, NY 10163-4777, www.michaelj.fox.org.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Tony Horne

Tony Horne of Raeford died Thursday, November 22, 2012 at the FirstHealth Hospice and Palliative Care at the age of 53.
He was born in Richmond County, Georgia on August 4, 1959. He was preceded in death by his father, David Horne.
Survivors include his wife, Terri Horne of Raeford; two daughters, Cassidy H. Johnson of Raeford, and Samantha Horne of Greenville; two sons, Chris Horne of Asheville, and Caleb Horne of Raeford; his mother, Eva Horne of Raeford; two brothers, Steve Horne and his wife Jeannie of Raeford, and David Horne and his wife Pamela of Franklinton; a sister, Cynthia Wellington of Raeford; and three grandchildren, Charlie Johnson, Caley Johnson, Cameron Reynolds.
Visitation will be6-8 p.m. Saturday, November 24, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. Sunday, November 25, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Roger Burns officiating. Burial will be in the Pittman Family Cemetery at Pittman Grove Baptist Church.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Earlene Jacobs

Earlene Jacobs of Raeford died Thursday, November 22, 2012 in her home at the age of 73.
She was born in Scotland County on June 2, 1939 to the late Earl Locklear and Lessie Revels Locklear. She was an active member of the Mt. Elim Baptist Church where she served as President of the Women's Missionary Union. Before Mrs. Jacobs retired, she worked as a billing clerk with the House of Raeford. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, and grandmother.
Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Jimmie Jacobs of the home; her daughters, Lynette Dial and her husband Clarence of Raeford, Paulette Moore and husband James of Scotland County, Wandalene Locklear and her husband, Ricky of Kempner, Texas; her son, Jimmie Earl Jacobs of Red Springs; her brothers, James C. Locklear and his wife Roma, Yorktown, Virginia, David Locklear and his wife Bernice of Maxton, Earl Franklin Locklear of Albemarle; her sisters, Lessie Mae Sanchez of Tampa, Florida, Bessie Cook and her husband, J.R. of Scottsville, Virginia, Nancy Ratliff of Raeford; 12 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.
Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Saturday, November 24, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 220 E. 4th Ave, Red Springs, NC 28377.
The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, November 25, 2012 at Mt. Elim Baptist Church, 921 Wilson Road, Red Springs, with Pastor Chris Webb, Pastor Tony Brewington, and Pastor Timothy Locklear officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Elim Baptist Church Cemetery following the service.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Monday, November 19, 2012

Mary B. Scheel

Mary Brinson Scheel, 78, of Raeford, died Friday, Nov. 16, 2012.
Survivors are: husband, George; daughter, Cheryl Scott; three grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Tues. Nov 20 at 2 p.m. in Camp Ground United Methodist Church in Fayetteville. Burial will be in church cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday in the church.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Glendia H. Davis

Glendia H. Davis of Raeford died Tuesday, November 13, 2012 in FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital at the age of 65.
She was born in Robeson County on December 21, 1946 to Ozell Hester and Margaret Kathleen Kinlaw. She was preceded in death by her brother, Bruce Blake. She was a member of the Pittman Grove Baptist Church and was a volunteer at Open Arms Retirement Home for over 20 years.
Survivors include her husband, Ras E. Davis, Sr. of Raeford; her son, Ras E. Davis Jr. and his wife Tommalee of Raeford; her brothers, Tony Hester of Raeford, and Douglas Hester of Baltimore, Maryland; her sister, Cynthia Drake and her husband, Stephen of Linden; her granddaughter, Crystal Locklear of Maxton; four nieces; and fpur nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, November 16, 2012 at Pittman Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. William Beasley officiating
Visitation will be after the service at the gravesite.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Monday, November 12, 2012

Michael Blackston

Elder Michael Blackston, 59, of Raeford, died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012.
Survivors are: children, Shashanah Cole, Baruch Shamberger, Isaiah and Michael; siblings, Edward, Bobby, Mary Faison; and six grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Sun. Nov. 18 at 10 a.m. Sunday, Church of God Temple Bethel/Church of God & Saints of Christ, Suffolk, Va. Burial, Belleville Cemetery, Suffolk, Va. Viewing will be held Thurs. Nov. 15 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Simon Funeral Home, Southern Pines. Visitation will be held at 175 Louro Lane, Aberdeen.

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Hester S. Boyles

Hester Irene S. Boyles of 4365 N. Shannon Road died Saturday, November 10, 2012 in FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital at the age of 93.
She was born in Stokes County, North Carolina to the late Windfield and Sarah Jones Setliff. She is preceded in death by her husband Harold A. Boyles, and three brothers and three sisters. She was a member of Antioch Presbyterian Church where she received the Presbyterian Women Honorary Life Membership in 2002. She enjoyed serving her family and community through baking desserts and sharing her gifts with others.
Survivors include two daughters, Carole Elkins (Cliff) of Lexington, South Carolina , Jane McGugan (Danny) of Shannon; two sons, Johnny Boyles of Fayetteville, and Michael Boyles (Joyce) of Apex; a sister, Verna Lea Allen of King; eight grandchildren; and 12 great grandchildren.
Interment will be 2 p.m. Monday, November 12, 2012 at Raeford Cemetery.
The family will receive relatives and friends between 9:30 and 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at Antioch Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall,
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. with the Rev.Dr. David Hudson and CRE Herman T. Autry officiating.
Memorials may be made to Antioch Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, C/O Nancy Johnson 2076 Gold Hill Road, Shannon NC 28386.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Friday, November 9, 2012

Joseph W. Davis

Joseph William Davis of 852 North Parker Church Road died Thursday, November 08, 2012 in his home at the age of 38 after suffering a brain tumor.
He was born in Orange County, California on June 12, 1974 to Brian Davis and Susan Marie Haskins. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. He had a love for wood working, horticulture, and spending time with his children.
Survivors include his wife, Jackie M. Davis of Raeford; sons, Jo Jo (Joseph) W. Davis, II, Jonathan G. Davis, Justin M. Davis all of Raeford; daughters Lindsey N. Davis of Tilton, New Hampshire, and Julie-Marie F. Davis of Raeford; his father, Brian G. Davis of Sanbornton, New Hampshire; his mother, Susan M. Davis of Anaheim, California; his paternal grandmother, Miriam Davis of New Hampton, New Hampshire; his maternal grandmother, Dorothy Haskins of Anaheim, California; and a sister, Jennifer Davis-Fogarty of Northfield, New Hampshire.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Monday, November 12, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC 28376.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at Rockfish Church with Pastor Dan Stanley and Pastor Tony McVickers officiating.
In Lieu of Flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718
Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Lula D. Baldwin

Lula Douglas Baldwin, 65, of Raeford, died Monday, Nov. 5, 2012.
Survivors are: sons, Charles Douglas, Ambrosia Douglas and Adell Jr.; sister, Jennie Lomel; brothers, Sam Douglas, Charles Douglas, Leroy Douglas and Isaiah Douglas; and 11 grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Sat. Nov. 10 at 1 p.m. in J.W. Turlington School. Burial will be in Sandhill Cemetery in Wagram. Viewing, 1 to 7 p.m.; visitation, 4 to 7 p.m. today at Buie Funeral Home.

 



Thursday, November 8, 2012

Linda S. Lee

Linda S. Lee of Raeford died Thursday, November 8, 2012 in her home at the age of 60, after a two year battle with cancer.
She was born in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania on July 13, 1952. She was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Gordon Smith. She was a member of the Raeford First Baptist Church, and was very active in the W.M.U. and the church choir. She had a special place in her heart for children with special needs.
Survivors are her husband, the Rev. Thomas Lee of Raeford; her sons, Tommy Lee and his wife Katie of Troy, Michigan, and Alan Lee and his wife, Emily of Kernersville; her daughter, Suzi Osborne and her husband Mark of Sanford; her mother, Helen Bolin and her husband, Bill of Fayetteville; her sisters, Debi Carswell and her husband, Clyde of Portland, Tennessee, and Roni Pratt and her husband, Joel of Huffman, Texas; five grandchildren, Kathryn Osborne, Julia Osborne, Caroline Lee, Joseph Lee and Jack Lee.
Visitation will be Saturday, November 10 at the Raeford First Baptist Church 6-8 p.m.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, November 11, 2012 in the Raeford First Baptist Church with the Rev. Dan Deaton and the Rev. Joe Needham officiating. Burial will follow in the Broadway Town Cemetery at 4 p.m.
In Lieu of Flowers, Memorials may be made to Raeford First Baptist Church: General Fund, 333 N. Main Street, Raeford, NC 28376 or Hospice Foundation of Hoke County, 336 S. Main Street, Raeford, NC 28376.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Mary C. Lawson

Mary Chambers Lawson, 73, went to be with her Savior early the morning of November 6, 2012.
Born October 18, 1939, she was the beloved wife survived by Bronzie Lawson Jr of 51 years; Bronzie III and wife Pam; grandchildren Bronzie IV and wife Heidi; Christopher, Emily, Brooke; one great-grandchild Brianna; her brother, Dawson Chambers Jr. and wife Virginia; and her niece Kattie and husband Joel. She was preceded in death by Dawson and Virginia Chambers and two sisters Linda and Sadie. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations made to Pastor Bruno Alcime. Send checks to Calvary Memorial Church, 400 S Bennett Street, Southern Pines, NC. 28387.

Monday, November 5, 2012

Edwin H. Brown

Edwin Horace Brown, 80, of Aberdeen, died October 30, 2012.
Graveside service was held Fri. Nov.2 at 11 a.m. at Old
Bethesda Cemetery in Aberdeen.
Survivors are: wife, Rebecca McLeod Brown; son, Edwin Horace Brown Jr. and his wife Tavia of Charolttesvilla, Virginia; daughter, Rebecca McLeod Brown of Winston-Salem; sister, Mildred Brown Huckaby of Laurens, South Carolina; and two grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to: Shriners Childrens Hospital, 950 West Farris Rd., Greenville, SC 29605.

Mary D. Balch

Mary D. Balch of Raeford has gone to be with her Lord on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 while at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center at the age of 70.
Mary Jo was born on January 1, 1942 in Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital in Grafton County, New Hampshire, the daughter of Orville and Barbara (Chase) DeCoff. She attended schools in Pomfret and Woodstock, Vermont before marrying at a very tender age. She accompanied her husband George Balch around the world as an Army wife. Stationed at Fort Bragg for the bulk of their military career, Mary and George settled down in Raeford upon retirement. She was a member of the Sandy Grove United Methodist Church, DAV Auxiliary, and the V.F.W. Post 10 Auxiliary. She and George were known for being very early risers and always having the coffee ready at the family reunions.
Survivors are her husband, George E. Balch of Raeford; four daughters, June E. Bolieu and her husband Don of Salina, Kansas, Jane C. Colbert and her husband James of Watson, Oklahoma, Jacquline M. Drinkwater of Albany, Georgia, and Jennifer L. Hammock and her husband Paul of Salem, Alabama; her mother, Barbara Gilbert and her husband Earl of Leesburg, Florida; two brothers, Andrew DeCoff and his wife, Marie of Bennington, Vermont, Peter DeCoff and Lee of North Pomfret, Vermont; two sisters, Norma Peoples and her husband, David of Broadway, Virginia, and Sally Weglarz and her husband, Ronald of North Pomfret, Vermont; 17 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 7 until 9 p.m. on Monday, November 5, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave. Raeford, NC.
The funeral will be held at 10 a.m.Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at Sandy Grove United Methodist Church with the Rev. Judson Dunlap and the Rev. Richard Jackson officiating. Burial will be in the Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery.
In lieu of fFlowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1701 North Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 22311, the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, MD 20852, or a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Betty C. McDuffie

Betty Conoly McDuffie of Raeford died Saturday, November 03, 2012 in Autumn Care of Raeford at the age of 94.
She was born in Surry County on May 27, 1918 to the late Charlie Lee Reynolds and Martha Jane Sutphin Reynolds. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Roy Conoly and Edwin McDuffie. She was a member of Raeford Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include her sons, Charles Dean and his wife Manilla of High Point, Roy Conoly Jr. and his wife Edna of Bear Creek, Donald Conoly and his wife Frances of Germanton, William Conoly of Aberdeen, a daughter, Jane C. Mayo and her husband Robert of Tampa, Florida; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and six great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, November 5 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave. Raeford.
The funeal will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 6 at Raeford Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in the Antioch Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Raeford Presbyterian Church, 128 West Edinborough Avenue, Raeford, NC 28376
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Saturday, November 3, 2012

Duncan B McFadyen III

Duncan Brown McFadyen, III, 64, of Raeford, North Carolina died Friday, November 2, 2012 in Pinehurst, North Carolina. He was born April 20, 1948 in Lumberton, North Carolina to Duncan Brown McFadyen, Jr. and wife, Harriet Hodgin McFadyen of Hoke County, who predeceased him. He graduated from Hoke County High School, received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English from Presbyterian College in Clinton, South Carolina in 1970, and a Juris Doctorate in Law from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1973.
He began his professional legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in Cumberland and Hoke County and served in that capacity from 1973 to 1976. He joined the law firm of the late R. Palmer Willcox in 1976 where he quickly made partner. He became the senior partner in 1998 and served in that capacity until 2012 in the law firm now known as Willcox, McFadyen, Fields and Sutherland. He served as Bar Councilor for Judicial District 16A from 2001 to 2007 and County Attorney for Hoke County from 1979 to 1993. He was held in the highest esteem by his partners, colleagues and members of the court system.
He was a lifelong member of the Raeford Presbyterian Church where he served as deacon and then elder.
He was an avid reader of history and great literature, an excellent storyteller, and loyal friend to many who will miss his boundless charm and good cheer. The local paper ran a story in 1976 describing him as Raeford's most eligible bachelor, and he remained so until his passing. He faced all of life's challenges, including the last, with his well-known gentlemanly poise and dignity.
He is survived by his brothers, George Hodgin McFadyen and his wife, Anne of Pinetops, North Carolina, and James Laurence McFadyen and his wife, Susan of Thomson, Georgia; four nieces and nephews, James Scott McFadyen and John Robert McFadyen and his wife, Claire of Tarboro, North Carolina, Martha McFadyen Scott and husband, Winfield of Louisville, Georgia, and Mary Kathryn McFadyen Land and husband, Jared of Thomson, Georgia; aunts Frances McFadyen McCreery and husband, Robert of Ponte Vedra, Florida, Louise B. McFadyen of Red Springs; a special aunt and a dear lifelong friend Willa McFadyen Lindsay of Southern Pines; and many cousins. He was a loving brother and uncle.
A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. at the Raeford Cemetery on Monday, November 5th. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. at the Raeford Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Michael McGehee and the Rev. James Braden officiating. The family will be available for visitation following the memorial service Monday, November 5th at the Raeford Presbyterian Church-John Ropp Fellowship Hall.
The family will receive friends at the McFadyen family home, 3399 Hwy 401 Business, Sunday, November 4th from 2-5 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the Raeford Presbyterian Church, 128 West Edinborough Ave, Raeford, NC 28376; FirstHealth Hospice & Palliative Care and/or FirstHealth Clara McLean Hospitality House, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374; American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Leatrice J. Campbell

Letrice Jackson Campbell of 207 E. Edinborough Ave died Monday, October 29, 2012 in FirstHealth Regional Medical Center at the age of 78.
She was born in Sampson County on January 16, 1934 to the late Minton Blackmon Jackson and Eula Bell Howard Jackson. She was an Honorary Life Member of the Raeford Presbyterian Church and a member of the Presbyterian Women. She was employed with Burlington Industries in the early 1960's.
Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Jack E. Campbell of Raeford; two daughters, Rhonda C. Ritter and her husband Blaine of Whispering Pines, and Karen S. Campbell of Raeford; two brothers, Roy Jackson and his wife, Becky of Angier, and Clebert Jackson and his wife Judy of Rock Hill, South Carolina; a sister Irese Dees of Rockfish; and two grandchildren, Daniel Ritter and Justin Ritter, both of Whispering Pines.
Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Thursday, November 1, 2012 at the John C. Ropp Fellowship Hall, Raeford Presbyterian Church.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, November 1, 2012 at Raeford Presbyterian Church with the Rev. James Braden officiating. Burial will be in the Raeford Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Monday, October 29, 2012

Patsy Orduna

Patsy Laverne Orduna of Raeford died Friday, October 26, 2012 in Autumn Care of Raeford at the age of 70.
She was born in Dallas, Texas on October 8, 1942 to the late Waymon William Rowe and Lucille Fisher Rowe. She was a Native American Cherokee of the Wolf Clan.
Survivors include two daughters, Cynthia Faye Chancellor of Raeford and Ruby Laverne DeLaughter of Westfield, Massachusetts; one nephew, Christopher Clinton Toland of DeSoto, Texas; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
A private memorial service will be held later.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Ernestine Mills

Ernestine Mills, 95, of 106 Peppertree Lane, died Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012.
Survivors are: daughters, Frances Lewis and Lillian King; sisters, Eunice Smith and Julia Ellis.
The funeral will be held Sat. Nov. 3 at noon in Israel Baptist Church in New Orleans, La. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery in Metairie, La.

Howard J. Barrington

Howard J. Barrington Jr., 52, of Raeford, died Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012.
Survivors are: wife, Renee; daughter, Meah; mother, Ella; sisters, Ernestine Allen, Aletha Gilmore, Ellen and Deborah; and brother, Gerald.
The memorial service was held Sat. Oct. 27 at 3 p.m. Saturday in Cunningham & Sons Mortuary chapel in Fayetteville.

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Eva Glockner

Eva Glockner of 1206 N. Fulton Street died Wednesday, October 24, 2012 in Autumn Care of Raeford at the age of 71.
She was born in Croatia on March 26, 1941 to the late Julius Glockner and Eva Dezefi Glockner.
Survivors include two brothers, Julius Glockner and his wife Glenda of Raeford, and Albert Glockner and his wife Lillian of Alexandria, New Hampshire; and a sister Catherine Mulchay of Mission Viejo, California.
A graveside service will be held at a later date in the Hillside Cemetery in Roslyn, Pennsylvania.
Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

John "Johnie" R. Smith

John "Johnie" Reginald Smith of Raeford died Monday, October 22, 2012 in his home at the age of 64.
He was born in Scotland County on February 18, 1948 to the late Clarence David Smith, Jr. and Connie Edith Ayers Smith. He served in the U.S. Army and fought in the Vietnam War. He is preceded in death by his step-mother, Hattie Pearl Patterson Smith, brother, Donald Eugene Williams, and sister, Linda Yvonne Smith.
He is survived by his two sons, Richard Smith, and Jonathan Craig Smith and his wife, Renee of Kannapolis; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; also by John and Merri Manning; his faithful dog, Maggie; brothers, David Lee Williams, Jerry Ray Williams, and Ricky Allen Smith, all of Wagram; sisters, Peggy Ann Williams Hopkins of Wagram, Karen Smith Colson of Maxton, Wanda Gail Smith Davis of Wagram, and Sheila Rebecca Smith of Wagram; several nieces and nephews; and great nieces and nephews.
Memorial graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, October 25, 2012 at Bethel Presbyterian Church.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Kathleen H. Hales

Kathleen Harden Hales of Raeford died Monday, October 22, 2012 in FirstHealth Hospice and Palliative Care in Pinehurst at the age of 79.
She was born in Robeson County on February 13, 1933 to the late Dolan Harden and Lula Harden. She was a member of the Church of God of Prophecy in Raeford. She retired from J P Stevens in Aberdeen in 1995.She is preceded in death by a brother, Talmadge Harden, and a sister, Hazel Haire.
Survivors include her husband of 57 years, William C. Hales of the home; two daughters Brenda Kellis (Harold) of Raeford, and Sue Oxendine (Tim) of Pinebluff; a brother, Delton Harden (Juanita) of Raeford; four sisters, Ernestine Hinson (Frank), Clemateen Britt (Robert), both of Raeford, Geraldine Garrett of Livingston, Tennessee, and Carrie Jacobs (Harold) of Lumberton; three grandchildren, Mark Lyle (Susanne), Yvette Lyle, and Michael Lyle (Amanda); and eight great grandchildren.
Visitation will be Thursday, October 25th between 7 and 9 p.m. at Crumpler Funeral Home in Raeford.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, October 26, 2012 at the Church of God of Prophecy in Raeford with Pastor Randall Snead officiating. Burial will be in the Raeford Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Raeford Church of God of Prophecy, 911 West Prospect Avenue, Raeford, NC 28376
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Monday, October 22, 2012

Amber Bolton

Amber Bolton of Raeford died Sunday, October 21, 2012 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center at the age of 22.
She was born in Cumberland County on June 28, 1990 to Dana Mitchell Bolton and Debra Ann Quick Bolton. She attended Hoke High School and was a member of the North Carolina National Guard. She served a tour in Afghanistan and was promoted to Specialist E-4.
Survivors include her parents, Dana and Debra Quick Bolton of Raeford; a brother, Chase M. Bolton of Raeford; two sisters, Ember L. Bolton and Danielle L. Bolton; her maternal grandfather, Chuck Richards of Raeford; her paternal grandmother, Rachel Bolton of Raeford; two uncles, David Bolton and Adam Richards; two aunts, Katherine Pebbles Cox and Jennifer Richards; a nephew, Daymian M. Bolton of Raeford; and many cousins.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, October 23 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 24 at Pittman Grove Baptist Church with full military honors.
In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made for her nephew, Daymian M. Bolton @ Fidelity Bank of Raeford or send memorials to 9657 Rockfish Road, Raeford, NC 28376
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Enoch L. Ellison

Enoch Lee Ellison Jr., 56, of 106 McDougald Drive, died Friday, Oct. 12, 2012.
He was an Army veteran.
Survivors are: wife, Dawn; mother, Barbara Coleman; father, Enoch; 12 sisters; and six brothers.
The funeral will be held Mon. Oct. 22 at noon in Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory in Fayetteville. Burial will be in Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery, Spring Lake.

George Williams

George Williams, 60, of 826 Loop Road, died recently.
Survivors are: sons, Bashaun McAllister, Mike Terrell and Kenneth Lockwood; daughter, Holly; brothers, Woodrow, Larry and Victor; and sisters, Yvonne and Sharon.
The funeral was held Sat. Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. in St. Johns Baptist Church in Aberdeen. Burial was in Berkley Cemetery in Aberdeen.

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Leroy Griffin

Leroy Griffin, 78, of Raeford, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2012.
Survivors are: wife, Annie; sons, Clarence and Joseph; daughter, Shirley Wilson; nine grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Fri. Oct. 19 at noon in Cape Fear Conference B Headquarters. Burial will be in Graham family cemetery.
Viewing, 2 to 7 p.m. today at Buie Funeral Home in Raeford. .

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

L.C. McMillan

L.C. McMillan, 81, of Raeford, died Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012.
Survivors are: children, Creigton, Annie Bell, Jane Knight, Betty Peterkin, Julia Knight, Elsie Craig, Kaye Moore, Keisha Jacobs, Tracey Knight; brothers, Charles, James; 23 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Thurs. Oct. 18 at 3 p.m. in Bridges Grove AME Zion Church in Shannon. Burial will be in church cemetery. 
Viewing, 1 to 7 p.m. today at Buie Funeral Home in Raeford.

 

 




Jason K. Ward

Jason Kenneth "Shorty Jr." Ward, 32, died Sunday, Oct. 14, 2012.
Survivors are: children, Paige, Jason Jr., Tyler and Jordan; mother, Barbara; financee, Mary Tousignant; brother, Donald Ward; sisters, Sharon Zimbelman, Donna Jones, Sandy Sundoov.
The funeral will be held Fri. Oct. 19 at 1 p.m. in McNeill Mackie Funeral Home chapel in St. Pauls. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Visitation, 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Carrie Lee Shaw

Mother Carrie Lee Shaw, born January 22, 1919 to the late Lydia Shaw Lyons and the Late John McNeill, transitioned from this life Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at the home. She leaves to cherish her memories, one daughter, Esther Tillman and one son-in-law James Tillman, Sr. of Raeford; and one son, Joseph McRae and daughter-in-law, April McRae of Fayetteville. One son, Walter McFadgen preceded her in death. Three sisters and one brother also preceded her in death. She also leaves to cherish her memories, 16 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, 16 great-great grandchildren and three special friends & cousins, Leola Blue, Naomi Roper and Verlena Greene, and a host of other relatives and friends.
The funeral will be held Sunday, October 21 at 3 p.m. at Freedom Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church on Mockingbird Hill Road in Raeford.
Care of the family is by Doby's Funeral Services.

Anthony L. Morrison

Anthony Lawrence Morrison, 55, of 561 Stone Point Road, died Friday, Oct. 12, 2012.
Survivors are: father, William; brothers, Aaron, William Monroe, Larry; sisters, Willie, Annie and Patricia.
The funeral will be held Wednesday, Oct. 17 at 2 p.m. in Cunningham & Sons Mortuary chapel in Fayetteville. Burial will be in Mount Hebrew Cemetery in Parkton.
Visitation, 1 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Monday, October 15, 2012

Hunter Sue Hagins

Hunter Sue Hagins of 628 Sanders Road died Sunday, October 14, 2012 in Manor Care of Pinehurst at the age of 67.
She was born in Moore County on April 6, 1945 to Hunter Stuart Carroll and Ethel Jackson Carroll. She was a loving wife who loved her family and enjoyed having fun with those around her.
Survivors are her husband, Dan Hagins, Sr.; two sons, Dan Wesley Hagins, II of Raeford, and Samuel Hunter Hagins of Troy; a daughter, Dana Hagins Wright of Fayetteville; two sisters, Elaine Carroll Hendrix of Raeford, and Larue Carroll Brock of Raeford; and two grandchildren, Hunter Stuart Hagins and Charlie Clyde Hagins.
Visitation will be from7-9 p.m. Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. James Wilhide officiating.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Friday, October 12, 2012

Sylvia A. Pilotti

Sylvia Ann Pilotti, 69, of Raeford, formerly of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania passed away Saturday, October 6, 2012 in Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Lumberton.
She was born September 26, 1943 in Philadelphia, to the late Fred Valente and Richetta Funaro Valente.
She was the devoted and loving mother of John J. Pilotti Jr. and his wife Chrissy of Philadelphia, Mike J. Pilotti of Lumber Bridge, and Christine A. Pilotti of Raeford, and her first grandchild, due at the end of October, Gianna Maria Pilotti.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday, October 12, 2012 at LaFayette Funeral Home, 6651 Raeford Rd., Fayetteville, NC 28304
The funeral will be at 3p .m. Saturday, October 13 at LaFayette Funeral Home, with Sister Betty Bullen officiating.
Burial will follow the service at Cumberland Cemetery, Bingham Drive, Fayetteville, NC 28304.
In Lieu of flowers, family prefers contributions to the Lenny's Friends with Wings Foundation, P.O. Box 5383, Woodbury, NJ 08096.
Online Condolences may be made at www.lafayettefh.com

Charles E. Shockley

Charles Edwin Shockley of Raeford died Wednesday, October 10, 2012 in FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital at the age of 80.
He was born in Columbus County on March 9, 1932 to the late Giles Shockley and Minnie Lewellen Shockley. He was a member of the V.F.W., and a member and deacon of the Raeford First Baptist Church. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and retired from Burlington Industries and the National Guard.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Mattielen B. Shockley of Raeford; his daughters, Debra Douglas and her husband, Allen, of Raeford, Kimberly S. Howard and her husband, Joel of Terrell; his brothers, Rufus Shockley of Evergreen, and Thomas Shockley of Fairmont; his sister, Betty Ann Hill of Supply; and four grandchildren, Melanee Howard of Terrell, and Weston, Austin, and Geoffrey Douglas of Raeford.
Visitation will be 2 p.m. Sunday, October 14, 2012 in the Raeford First Baptist Church-Gatlin Hal.
The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, October 14, 2012 in Raeford First Baptist Church with the Rev. Tom Lee officiating. Burial will be in the Raeford Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Raeford First Baptist Church, 333 N. Main Street, Raeford, NC 28376.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Alice M. Lowe

Alice Marie Lowe, 49, of Raeford, died Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2012.
Survivors are: son, Del'Quince; parents, Bobby Shaw, and Alice Riddick Jr.; sister, Phyllis Sheppard; brother, Robert Shaw; stepsiblings, Charlene Jensen, Tashia Shaw, Adriel Riddick, Nathaniel Brower; and a grandchild.
The funeral will be held Saturday, October 20 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20 in the Worship Center in Southern Pines.
Viewing will be Oct. 19 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Simon Funeral Home in Southern Pines.

Mary E. McNeill

Mary E. McNeill, 80, of Raeford, died Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012.
Survivors are: daughters, Camilla, Casandra, Gean, Na-Jean and Sharon; sons, Clifford and Chris; sister, Gloria; 10 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren
The funeral will be held Saturday, Oct. 13 at 11 a.m in McLauchlin Chapel AME Zion Church. Burial will be in church cemetery.
Viewing will be today 1 to 7 p.m. today at Buie Funeral Home in Raeford. Visitation from 6 to 8 tonight at the funeral home.

Willie Dickerson

Willie Dickerson, of Raeford, died Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012.
Survivors are: children, Mary Benson, Pearline Billingsley, Ray Charles, Brenda, Glenda, Terry and Bruce; 15 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Saturday, October 13 in Arlington, Tenn. Burial will be in Robinson Cemetery in Mason, Tenn.

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Sylvia A. Pilotti

Sylvia Ann Pilotti, 69, of Raeford, died Saturday, Oct. 6, 2012.
Survivors are: children, John Jr., Mike and Christine; and a grandchild.
The funeral will be held Saturday, October 13 at 3 p.m. in LaFayette Funeral Home in Fayetteville. Burial will be in Cumberland Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday, October 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to: Lenny's Friends with Wings Foundation, P.O. Box 5383, Woodbury, NJ 08096.

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

Mary Elizabeth Baker

Mary Elizabeth Teal Clark Baker of Raeford died Tuesday, October 9, 2012 in FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital at the age of 84.
She was born in Hoke County on August 8, 1928 to the late Jesse Lonnie Teal and Flax Kelly Teal. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Connie Ellen and her grandson, Chris Clark.
Survivors include her husband, Johnny Baker of the home; her sons, Paul Clark and his wife Diane of Mountain City, Tennessee, Bryan Baker of Greensboro, Johnny "Tater" Baker Jr. of the home; her daughters, Sue Clark Breece and her husband, Alan of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Donna Brock of Raeford; her grandchildren, Adam Clark and his wife, Lauren of Wilmington, Tanya Smith and her husband, Chad of Lehi, Utah, Tracy Warburton of Pleasant Grove, Utah, Elizabeth Baker of Raeford, Ethan Brock of Raeford; and eight great grandchildren.
Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Thursday, October 11, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday, October 12, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford. Burial will be in the Raeford Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Staff Sgt. Donna Johnson

Staff Sergeant Donna Johnson, 29, of Raeford died Monday, October 1, 2012 while on patrol in Khost City, Afghanistan.
She was born in Moore County on May 10, 1983 to Philas Ray Johnson and Sandra Guiton Johnson. She was raised in Raeford and joined the North Carolina Army National Guard in 2006. She was a member of the 514th Military Police Company based in Winterville, North Carolina and had previously deployed to Iraq from 2007 to 2008. Her awards and decorations include the Bronze Star Medal posthumous, the Purple Heart posthumous, Army Commendation Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Bronze Service Star, Iraq Campaign Medal with Bronze Service Star, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal with M Device, 2, Noncommissioned Officers Professional Development Ribbon, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, NATO Medal posthumous, North Carolina Meritorious Service Medal posthumous, 1, Combat Action Badge, Driver and Mechanic Badge, Bar, Driver-W (for wheeled vehicles), Combat and Special Skill Badge Basic Marksmanship Qual Badge, Bar, Weapon: Rifle (Inscription: Rifle), Expert, Overseas Service Bar, 2.
Survivors include her spouse, Tracy Joe Dice of Raeford; her parents, Philas Ray Johnson and Sandra Guiton Johnson of Raeford; a sister, Rene Anne Johnson Albattrawi of Raeford; and godchildren, Jason and Hanna.
Visitation will be held 6-9 p.m. Friday, October 12, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Avenue Raeford, NC 28376
The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 13 at Raeford Presbyterian Church with Chaplain (CAPT) Kevin Winemiller officiating.
In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Fisher House, 111 Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 20850, Ronald McDonald House of Durham, 506 Alexander Avenue Durham, NC 27705 or to The USO of North Carolina, P.O. Box 91536 Raleigh, NC 27675.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Fannie Mae Pennell

Fannie Mae Pennell, age 88, of Holden Beach died Monday October 8, 2012 at her residence.
She was born in Mecklenburg County on December 16, 1923 and was the daughter of the late Joseph Robert Armstrong and Fannie White Armstrong. She was a devoted member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church where served on the kitchen committee for many years. She was a member of the Holden Beach Beautification Club since 1990.
She is survived by her husband, Shuford Pennell of the home; two sons, Vann Pennell and wife Cathy of Southport, and Eddie Pennell and wife Cassie of Clinton; two grandsons, Chad Pennell and Brett Pennell; and granddaughter Sydney Pennell.
The funeral will be held Thursday October 11, 2012 at 11am at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church with Pastor Timothy Lynch officiating. Burial will follow at 3 p.m. at the Raeford Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Chad Pennell, Brett Pennell, Lloyd Tucker, Larry Edwards, Dean Hall, and Bob Boone. Honorary pallbearers will be,Faye Tucker, Bennie Hall, Rachel Boone, and Jane Edwards.
The family will receive friends at the home at 129 High Point Street., Holden Beach.
In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice C/O SECU Brunswick Facility 955 Mercy Lane Bolivia, NC 28422
You may offer online condolences at www.shallottefunerals.com
White Funeral and Cremation Service 3660 Express Dr. Shallotte (910) 754-3333 is serving the family.

Mary E. McNeill

Mary E. McNeill, 80, died October 7, 2012.
The funeral will be held Saturday, October 13 at 11 a.m. in McLaughlin Chapel AME Zion. Burial will be the church cemetery.
Family will be receive family and friends at the home of Leverne & Camilla Kershaw, 216 Pinehave Circle.

James Earl Locklear

James Earl "Buddy" Locklear, of 8071 Red Springs Road was born on September 22, 1938 and departed this world on October 7, 2012 at Southeastern Hospice House in Lumberton.
He has left to cherish his memory, three daughters: Lisa (Willie) Locklear, Connie Locklear and Allison Locklear West all of Red Springs; one son, Jay Dee Locklear (Tonya) also of Red Springs; three granddaughters, Samantha Paige Locklear, Alisa Nicole Locklear and Jasmine Danielle West; two grandsons, William Micheal Locklear and Steven Andrew Locklear; two great-grandsons, Micheal Thurman Locklear and James Albert Locklear; and an honorary great-granddaughter Tiffany Paige "T-Bug" Hammonds. He also leaves behind seven brothers, Bonford (Helen) Locklear, Jerry (Patricia) Locklear, Brantley (Barbara) Locklear, Don (Alice Dale) Locklear, Raymond Rae (Diane) Locklear, Billy Dean Locklear and Bob Locklear; one sister, Judy Williams all of Robeson County; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 9, 2012 from 6-8 p.m. at Boles Funeral Home Chapel, in Red Springs.
The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at Mt. Elim Baptist Church in Red Springs, the Rev. Jimmy Bullard and the Rev. Chris Webb officiating.

Thursday, October 4, 2012

Sherman Locklear

Sherman Locklear, Jr. of 322 E. 4th Ave died Wednesday, October 3, 2012 in Southeastern Hospice House at the age of 53.
He was born in Scotland County on November 17, 1958. His father, Sherman Locklear, Sr. preceded him in death.
Survivors include his mother, Susie Mae Locklear of Red Springs; a son Aaron Huggins of Red Springs; a daughter, Tiffany Locklear of Fayetteville; three sisters, Deborah Miller and her husband, Mike of Raeford, Carolyn Sue Locklear (Kelly Briceno) of St. Pauls, and Samantha Locklear of Red Springs; a brother, Ricky Locklear and his wife Wanda of Texas; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Monday October 8, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 220 E. 4th Ave, Red Springs, NC.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Karlis L. Blue

Karlis L. Blue, 35, of Dunn, died Friday, September 28, 2012 in Wake Medical Center in Raleigh.
Survivors are: wife, Tonya; daughters, Eisha Taylor, Erwin and Jada Chestnutt, all of the home; mother, Deborah Blue, of Raeford; brothers, King Blue III of Raeford, and Khris Blue of Greensboro; and one grandchild.
The funeral will be held Thursday, October 4 at 2 p.m. in Dafford Funeral Home Chapel in Dunn with Pastor Bruce Hurst and Bishop Frank Taylor officiating. Burial will be in Resthaven Cemetery in Dunn. Visitation will be Thursday, October 2 from 1-2 p.m. in Dafford Funeral Home Chapel.

Peggie Huey

Peggie Huey, 71, of Raeford, died Thursday, September 27, 2012.
Survivors are: daughter, Vanessa Hobson and her husband, Eric; two grandchildren; and two great-grandchildern.
The funeral will be held Thursday, October 4 at 2 p.m. McLauchlin Chapel
AME Zion Church. Burial will be Highland Biblical Gardens. Viewing will be Wed. Oct. 3 from 4-7 p.m. in Purcell Funeral Home in Laurinburg.



Monday, October 1, 2012

Ralph Britt

Ralph Britt died unexpectedly Saturday, September 29, 2012 at the age of 74.
He was born in Libertyville, Illinois on December 23, 1937. He was preceded in death by his father, Claude L. Britt.
Survivors include his wife, Gennie (Locklear) Britt of 53 years; his son, Bruce Britt (Margo) of Sacramento, California; daughters, Carol Gray of the home, Karen Martin (Larry) of Camino, California; his mother, Helen O'Dette of Orangevale, California; two brothers, Allen O'Dette (Cheryl) of Gurnee, Illinois, Dennis O'Dette (Meg) of Orangevale, California, a sister, Donna Krempley (Mike) of Lincoln, California; grandchildren, Sophie Trotter, Christopher Gray, Nicole Martin, Benjamin Martin, Brittney Martin, Robert Austin Britt; numerous nieces and nephews from North Carolina and Illinois; and his travel companions, Larry Goins, Glen White and Bruce Locklear.
He was retired from the Army National Guard and the Operating Engineer, Local # 3. He was constantly busy working.
A memorial service will be held, 6 p.m. Friday, October 5, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Hoke County V.F.W., 3310 McPhaul Road, Shannon, NC 28386.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Hazel L. Crowell

Hazel Lillian Crowell Shuart of Raeford died Wednesday, September 26, 2012 in her home at the age of 99.
She was born in Orange County, New York on June 2, 1913 to the late Harry and Ruth Crowell. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Shuart, a daughter, Ann Jacobs, a son, Gary Shuart, a granddaughter, Melanie A. Larchar, three brothers and three sisters.
Survivors include a daughter, Dona Shuart Norman and her husband, Albert of Raeford; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in Florida.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Foundation of Hoke County, P.O. Box 1584, Raeford, NC 28376 or Nick and Friends Sarcoma Foundation, 2763 N. Green Valley Parkway, Henderson, NV 89014-2120.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Annie E. Butler

Annie E. Butler, 93, of Raeford, died Friday, Sept. 21, 2012.
Survivors are: son, Alvin; daughters, Odessa McKinnon, Thelma Johnson, Alma Durant, Madeline McNair; sisters, Mary White, Retha Hardimom; 44 grandchildren; 91 great-grandchildren; and 66 great-great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Wed. Sept. 26 at 2 p.m. in Silver Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in church cemetery.
Viewing, 1 to 7 p.m. today at Buie Funeral Home in Raeford.

Friday, September 21, 2012

Shirley A. McNeill

Shirley Ann McNeill of Smithfield died, September 20, 2012 in Johnston Medical Center at the age of 73.
She was born in the Blue Springs Community of Hoke County to Clifford McNeill, Sr., and Annie Parks McNeill. She was the youngest of three children. Her parents and her siblings, C.J. McNeill, Jr., and Jean Harris, preceded her in death. She is survived by her cousins, niece and nephews, as well as her neighbors and church friends.
She was a graduate of Flora MacDonald College. She served as the Certified Director of Christian Education at First Presbyterian Church, Hamlet and Westminster Presbyterian Church, Raleigh. She was the first DCE at First Presbyterian Church, Smithfield, serving from December 18, 1989, through her retirement on February 28, 2003. She also served there as an elder. She continued to live in Smithfield after her retirement.
A memorial service will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 215 South 3rd Street, Smithfield, at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 23.
A graveside service will be held Monday, September 24, at Bethel Presbyterian Church, John Russell Road in Raeford at 11 a.m.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Elaine B. Fair

Elaine Brannon Fair of Raeford died Sunday, September 16, 2012 in Pinehurst Health Care and Rehab Center at the age of 96.
She was born on August 24, 1916 in Blacksburg, South Carolina to the late Millage B. Brannon and Willie Harden Brannon. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Palmer Fair and her son, William Brannon Fair. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church in Greenville, South Carolina where her home was until 1998.
Survivors include her son, John E. Fair and his wife, Pat of Kernersville; her daughter, Sandra F. Potter and her husband, James of Raeford; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and one great great-grandchild.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 22 in Woodlawn Memorial Park, 1 Pine Knoll Drive, Greenville, South Carolina with the Rev. Larry Smith officiating.
Visitation will follow the service at the graveside.
Memorials may be made to Christ United Methodist Church, 901 Easley Bridge Road, Greenville, S.C. 29611
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Monday, September 17, 2012

Carrie Galberth

Carrie Lee Galberth, 82, of Raeford, died Sunday, Sept. 9, 2012.
Survivors are her daughters, Alice McNair and Edith Hall; sons, Alwertha Jr. and Kelvin; 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
The funeral was held Sat. Sept. 15 at 2 p.m. in Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was in Highland Biblical Gardens.

Rae M. Jackson

Rae McMillan Jackson of 1592 Golf Course Road died Saturday, September 15, 2012 in her home at the age of 77.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Neil A. Jackson of the home; two sons, Dwight Jackson and his wife Patty of Raeford, Greg Jackson and his wife Donna of Raeford; and four grandchildren, Shanna, Nick, Matthew and Jordan.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. Monday, September 17, 2012 at the family's home, 1592 Golf Course Road, Raeford, NC 28376.
A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at Ephesus Baptist Church Cemetery, 4750 Arabia Road, Raeford, NC 28376 with Pastor Wayne Sanderson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Hospice Foundation of Hoke County, 336 South Main Street Raeford, NC 28376 or to Ephesus Baptist Church, 4750 Arabia Road, Raeford, NC 28376.
Arrangements for the family are in the care of Crumpler Funeral Home and Cremation Services 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC 28376
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Friday, September 14, 2012

Evelyn Price

Evelyn Price, 86, of Raeford, died Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012.
Survivors are: son, Khia; daughters, Clarissa Rice and Francess; and sisters, Carrie Singletary and Susie Washington.
The memorial service will be held Sat. Sept. 15 at 3 p.m. in Christ Free Will Baptist Church.

John T. Warren

John Thomas Warren, 66, of Raeford, died Friday, Sept. 7, 2012.
Survivors are: sons, Jonathan, Ron and James; daughter, Charlene Covington; brothers, Frank, Robert and Rogers; sister, Leila; 11 grandchildren; and a great-grandchild.
The funeral will be held Sat. Sept. 15 at noon in Buie Funeral Home in Raeford. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery.
Viewing, 1:30 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Pamela M. Simmons

Pamela Margaret Simmons, 67, of 1080 Fairfield Circle, died Monday, Sept. 10, 2012.
Survivors are: sons, Karl, Brian, James Sr., and Colin; mother, Lucy Green; brother, James Green; sister, Denise Addison; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
The graveside service will be held Fri. Sept. 14 at 11 a.m. in Fort Bragg Cemetery.

Monday, September 10, 2012

Lorenzo Murchinson

Lorenzo Murchison, 58, of Raeford, died Monday, Sept. 3, 2012.
Survivors are: daughters, Sharvero, Kendra, Kendra, Kimberly and Keyonda; sons, Darian, Lorenzo and Eric; mother, Lorraine; siblings, Cynthia, Cordella, Cornella, Margaret, Wanda, Wakia, Tashia, Ashley, Marcus, Barry and Ralph; and 17 grandchildren.
The funeral was held Sat. Sept. 8 at 11 a.m. Saturday in Matthew Rouse Resource Center. Burial was in Freedom Chapel Church cemetery.

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Frances M. FitzSimons

Frances McBryde FitzSimons age 90, died Thursday, September 6, 2012 in Open Arms Retirement Center.
She was born in Hoke County on September 27, 1921 to the late Ryan and Swannie McBryde. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alvin R. FitzSimons, her brother, Thomas McBryde, and her sister, Mary Elizabeth Tovey.
Survivors are daughters, Linda F. Humphrey and her husband Carson of Topsail Beach, and Ann FitzSimons and her husband Michael Dietzel of Hendersonville; five grandchildren, David Wilson, Michael Wilson, Joel Humphrey, Mary Dietzel, and Thomas Dietzel; and one great granddaughter, Delaney Wilson.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 8, 2012 in the Raeford Cemetery with Dr. Stephen Hannah officiating.
Visitation will be after the service at the gravesite.

Memorials may be made to Bethel Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 374, Raeford, NC 28376.

Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Martha J. Davidson

Martha Jane Davidson of 164 New Hope Lane, died Wednesday, September 4, 2012 in her home at the age of 70.
She was born on July 23, 1942 in Erie County, New York.
Survivors are three sons, Michael S. Davidson and his wife Debra of Newport News, Virginia.; Mark C. Davidson and his wife Kelly of Raeford, and Christopher A. Davidson of Florida.; two brothers, Charles M Canham and his wife Joesephine of St. George, Utah, and Arnold A. Canham and his wife Sally of Buffalo Grove, Illinois; several grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.
A private memorial service will be held later at the home.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Roscoe S. Tolar

Roscoe Steve Tolar of 120 Prince Charles Street, Red Springs died Tuesday, September 4, 2012 in Southeastern Regional Medical Center at the age of 65.
He was born in Robeson County on June 3, 1947. He was preceded in death by his father, Jasper Bunyan Tolar.
Survivors include his mother, Ruth T. Tyner of Red Springs; a brother, Jack B. Tolar (Silvia Sneed) of Hope Mills; an aunt, Margaret T. Quick of Raeford; two nieces, Alaine Tolar of Wilmington, Christina Horner and her husband Chuck of San Antonio, Texas; a nephew, Robert Tolar and his wife, Rochell of Raleigh; and one great nephew, Robert Todd of San Antonio.
Visitation will be 10-1 a.m. Friday, September 7, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 220 E. 4th Ave, Red Springs, NC 28377.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 7, 2012 in the Alloway Cemetery with the Rev. Bradley Boberg officiating.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Michael D. McPhaul

Michael David McPhaul, 33, of Carthage died Saturday, September 1, 2012 near Raeford.
A memorial service will be conducted at 1 pm. Saturday, September 8, 2012 at J W Turlington School, 116 W Prospect Ave, Raeford, NC.
He is survived by his wife, Doris Ray-McPhaul; children, Diamond & Brazier Ray; his mother, Jennie McPhaul; his father, Edward Hamilton; his grandmother, Julia Hamilton; and sisters, Tonja McPhaul, Lynnette Morrisey and Swanda Ray.
Pugh & Smith Funeral Home in Carthage is assisting the family.

William Green

William Green, 40, of Raeford, died Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012.
Survivors are: wife, Lachey; sons, Nikelo McRae and Daquan Baker; daughters, Ne'Onna Baker and Jequita; father, William; mother, Delois; and brothers, Roy Hailey, Christopher and Michael.
The funeral will be held Thurs. Sept. 6 at 2:30 p.m. in Matthew Rouse Resource Center. Burial was in Shady Grove Free Will Baptist Church. Viewing will be today from
1-7 p.m. in Buie Funeral Home.

Thursday, August 30, 2012

Howard E. Harris

Howard Earl Harris, 65, of Raeford, died Monday, Aug. 27, 2012.

Survivors are: wife, Mary; sons, Marvin, Christopher and Timothy; daughter, Angela; mother, Pauline; sister, Gracie Dudley; 16 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

The funeral will be held Fri. Aug. 31 at 2 p.m. in Freedom Chapel AME Zion Church. Burial will be in church cemetery. Viewing from 2-7 tonight at Buie Funeral Home.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Herman L. Patterson

Herman L. Patterson, 96, of Raeford, formerly of Eden, peacefully passed away at his home on Saturday, August 25, 2012.
He was born July 28, 1916 in Leaksville, son of the late Baylor Cephus and Bertha Lee Patterson. He resided in Leaksville prior to joining the Stuckey's Company and moving to Clovis, New Mexico in 1962. Following retirement in 1982, he moved to Raeford. He later became pastor of the Spray Primitive Baptist Church in Eden and remained in that positoin until 2003.
He is survived by his wife of 74 years, Bessie Joyce Patterson; a son, Lindsay Patterson and wife, Judy of Borger, Texas; a daughter, Linda McLeod and husband, Benny of Raeford; a son, Joseph Patterson and wife, Gwynn of Sierra Vista, Arizona; seven grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by three brothers, Bobby, Russell and Nelson; and two sisters, Daisy Bousman and Pauline Price.
A funeral will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 1, at Spray Primitive Baptist Church, 207 Dameron Street in Eden. Burial will follow in Overlook Cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service (noon to 1 p.m.) at Spray Primitive Baptist Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Sarah Strother

Sarah Emma Lowder Strother of Ashley Heights passed away on Monday, August 27, 2012. She was born June 8, 1925 to Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Lowder.
She was an avid gardener, enjoyed quilting and crossword puzzles, spending time with dear friends and family, and most of all, being a member of Ashley Heights Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Dewey Strother; son James Robert "Bobby" Strother; and a daughter Sheila Louise Bowling.
She is survived by two sons, Garry Strother and his wife, Donna of Whispering Pines and Carl Strother of Ashley Heights; a daughter Linda Maiolini and her husband, John of Cincinnati, Ohio; a daughter-in-law, Norma, of Ashley Heights; 12 grandchildren, Robert, Jeffrey, Tyler, Diana, Kristen, William, Matt, Cianna, Beth, Alison, Sheri, and Ronald; and 10 great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, August 29 at Boles Funeral Home in Southern Pines.
The funeral will be conducted at 3 p.m. Thursday, August 30 at Ashley Heights Baptist Church with the Rev. Kevin Huff officiating. Burial will follow at Ashley Heights Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ashley Heights Baptist Church, 10351 Aberdeen Road, Aberdeen, NC 28315 or to the Pine Hill Fire Dept., P.O. Box 486, Aberdeen, NC 28315.
Online condolences may be left at: www.bolesfuneralhome.com

John Towner

John E. "Jack" Towner III, of Wildwood Florida, formerly of Raeford, died Wednesday, August 22, 2012 in Lessburg, Florida.
A funeral mass will be held Friday, Sept. 7 at 8 a.m. in Florida.
Survivors are: wife, Helen E. Towner of Wildwood, Florida; brother, Conrad Stephen Towner of Hartselle, Alabama; sister, Nancy T. Huber of Florida; and three nieces and nephews.

Harris D. Williams

Harris Daniel Williams of 286 Falling Tree Road died Sunday, August 26, 2012 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center at the age of 85.
He was born in Duplin County on October 4, 1926 to the late Robert James Williams and Lucy Rivenbark.
Survivors are a son, Michael C. Williams of Fayetteville; a brother, William B. Williams of Sun City West, Arizona; a sister, Lila Creasey of Richmond, Virginia; and two grandchildren, Brittany Williams and Shannon Williams.
Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, August 28, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC 28376.
A graveside memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at LaFayette Memorial Park Cemetery, Ramsey Street, Fayetteville.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Friday, August 24, 2012

Royal T. Wygh

Royal Terrance Wygh Jr., 33, of 750 Gatlin Farm Road, died Sunday, Aug. 19, 2012.
Survivors are: wife, Tiffany; sons, Cordac, Decorian and Royal III; daughters, Janiyah, Desiree, and Kemaya; mother, Ronicea; father, Royal Sr.; and sisters, Shunte, Taneka, Juaquonna and Turkesha.
The funeral was held Sat. Aug. 25 at 11 a.m. in Mount Carmel Deliverance Church. Burial was in Raeford Cemetery.
Visitation is from 1- 7 p.m. today in Doby Funeral Home.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Brenda J. Herndon

Brenda Jean Herndon, 66, of 379 Stansbury Road, Raeford passed away Monday August 20, 2012 in her home.
She was born June 6, 1946 in Amarillo, Texas to the late Matthew Love and Lola Jean Procks.
She worked as a manager in finaces before retiring and was a member of Covenant Love Church in Fayetteville. She loved her family and was so proud of her sons and grandchildren.
Surviving are her two sons, Robert Herndon and Eric Herndon, both of Raeford; four grandchildren, Robert Herndon Jr., Lamarr Herndon, Takeela Herndon and Chelsea Herndon; and one great grandchild, Jecore Herndon
Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, August 22, 2012 at LaFayette Funeral Home, 6651 Raeford Rd., Fayetteville, NC 28304.
Burial will be Saturday, August 25, 2012 at Crown Hill Cemetery in North Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Care of the family is entrusted to LaFayette Funeral Home, 6651 Raeford Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304. Online Condolences may be made at www.lafayettefh.com

William J. Glass

William Jennings Glass of 2000 Bendix Place died Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at the age of 59.
He was born in Cumberland County on December 22, 1952. He was preceded in death by his mother, Carra Belle Maultsby Glass.
Survivors are a daughter, Carra Glass Asbridge and her husband Trey of Tennessee; two sisters, Isabelle P. Wedemeyer of New York, and Margaret W. Strickland of Fayetteville; two nephews, Gary and Kenny Strickland; cousins, Art Powell, Marian Wright Burch and her husband Bo, Clifford Powell; and four grandchildren.
Visitation will be 1-1:45 p.m.. Thursday, August 23, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC 28376
A memorial/ graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, August 23, 2012 in the Raeford Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Gene Paul Thacker

Gene Paul Thacker of 1701 Doc Brown Road died Monday, August 20, 2012 in First Health Moore Regional at the age of 81.
He was born in Pike County, Kentucky on June 21, 1931 to the late Appy Thacker and Octavia Smith Thacker. He was preceded in death by his son Paul Keith Thacker, his brother, Chester Thacker, and two sisters, Clara Thacker and Opal Thacker Bishop.
After marrying his high school sweetheart Billie Jean Chapman in 1953, he joined the U.S. Army and earned his jump wings with the 101st Airborne Division, the Screaming Eagles. In 1963 he joined the U.S. Army's elite parachute team, the Golden Knights. In 1967, he received the Golden Knight of the Year award, the first time the award was ever given. In 1968 he left the team to serve a tour in Vietnam. While in Vietnam serving as an advisor he was engaged in a firefight and wounded. He returned to the United States and became the full-time manager of the Green Beret Sport Parachute Club. With his deep passion for the sport of skydiving, in 1970 he began building what is today P.K. Airpark. He is probably most noted for coaching and training more world champion skydivers than any other professional in the sport. He was a veteran in both the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He was awarded many commendations over his 22 year career in the U.S. Army. Some of these include the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart, the Master Parachute Badge and the Distinguished Flying Cross. He retired from the U.S. Army as a Master Sergeant in 1971.
Survivors include his wife, Billie Jean Thacker of Raeford; a daughter, Kimberly Sue Moore and her husband Mike of Pinebluff; two sons, Tony Thacker and his wife Kate of Raeford, and Tim Thacker of Raeford; a brother, Greg Thacker and his wife Brenda of Muscleshoals, Alabama; three half-brothers, Mike Thacker, Ronnie Thacker, and Gary Thacker all of Canada, Kentucky; three sisters, Mary Jane Deiranieh and her husband Akram of San Jose, California, Lois Reed of Belfry, Kentucky, and Gail Thacker of Belfry, Kentucky; six grandchildren, Deny Jo Nagule, Lindsay Rae Moore, Lauren Ansley Thacker, Taylor Nicole Moore, Morgan Leigh Thacker, and Allie Victoria Thacker; three great-grandchildren, Darren Nagule, Charlie McClendon, and Madison McClendon; one great-great-grandchild, Royce Michael Nagule; a special nephew, Steve Bishop of South Carolina; and his companion of 13 years, his Jack Russell, Otis.
Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday, August 24, 2012 at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave, Raeford, NC 28376.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 25, 2012 in the Raeford Cemetery with full military honors.
Memorials may be made to: National Skydiving Musem, 5401 Southpoint Centre Blvd.
Fredericksburg, VA 22407.

Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Travis Blue

Travis Blue, 37, of Raeford, died Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012.
Survivors are: mother, Earnestine; father, Walter; brother, Bryant; and sister, Tammy Thompson.
The funeral was held Friday, Aug. 17 at 1 p.m. in Cape Fear Conference B Headquarters in Raeford. Burial was in Highland Biblical Gardens.

Monday, August 20, 2012

Newberry Locklear

Newberry Locklear of Raeford died Wednesday, August 15, 2012 in FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital at the age of 89.
He was born in Robeson County on April 4, 1923 to the late Colon Locklear and Viola Locklear.He served in the U.S. Army during WWII and the Korean War. He is preceded in death by his wife, Barbara A. Locklear; two sons, Colin Locklear and Michael Locklear; a brother, Myrle Locklear; two sisters, Retha Henderson and Pearline Henderson; and a granddaughter, Angela K. Jacobs. He was a member of Mt. Elim Baptist Church.
Survivors are two sons, Patrick A. Locklear and Christopher Locklear both of Massachusetts; two daughters, Linda Panoski of Connecticut, and Elsie Jacobs of Red Springs; 19 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
The funeral was Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Mt. Elim Baptist Church with the Rev. Chris Webb, the Rev. Sam Henderson, and the Rev. David Hunt officiating. Burial will be in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com.

Thursday, August 16, 2012

Mildred M. Brown

Mildred Mae Brown of 258 Hickory Drive died Wednesday August 15, 2012 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville at the age of 62.
She was born on March 7, 1950 in California to the Franklin Pettet and Hazel Minor.
She was preceded in death by her father, Franklin S. Pettet, her sister Betty Stankewitz and her step-father Dick Walsh.
Survivors include her husband, Jerry F. Brown of Raeford; son, Jerry Dwayne Brown and his wife, Deana of Maxton; a daughter, Shannon Mae Honaker and her companion, Sue of Raeford; her mother, Hazel M. Walsh of San Bernardino, California; a brother, Wayne A. Pettet of San Bernardino, California; five sisters, Donna Robledo and Patricia Mendoza of San Bernardino, California, Joann Joyce of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Ellen Jackson and Sandy Pettet of Seattle, Washington; four grandchildren, Betty Sue Walker and her husband Chris, Felicia Williams and her husband A. J., Tiffany Geier, and Karry Angle Oglesby and her husband Trevor: and one great-granddaughter, Serenity Norris.
Visitation will be at her home.
A graveside service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday August 17, 2012 in Cumberland Memorial Gardens.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Larene A. Torrens

Larene Astrid Torrens, 26, of Raeford, died Saturday, Aug. 11, 2012.
Survivors are: daughter, Lania; mother, Virginia Garcia; father, Jose; paternal grandmother, Mercedes Palomo.
The funeral will be held Thurs. Aug. 16 at 7 p.m. Thursday in Rogers and Breece Funeral Home chapel in Fayetteville.
Visitation, 5 to 6:45 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Mack Wallace

Mack Wallace, 82, of Raeford, died Friday, Aug. 10, 2012.
Survivors are: four sons; and 10 grandchildren.
The funeral will be held Thurs. Aug. 16 at 11 a.m. in Buie Funeral Home in Raeford. Burial will be in Rockfish Memorial Park.
Viewing, noon to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Joseph Billinger

Joseph Billinger, 74, of Raeford, died Friday, Aug. 10, 2012.
Survivors are: daughters, Sadi, Joanne, Cynthia, Bernice, Yvette, Janet, Judy and Lauritta; sons, Gary, Michael, Marvin, Larry, Jerry, Jimmy and Charles; four brothers; and three sisters; 31 grandchildren.
The funeral was held Thursday, Aug. 16 at 4 p.m. in Center Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Red Springs. Burial was in church cemetery.
Viewing, noon to 7 p.m. today at Buie Funeral Home in Raeford.

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Mary L Lawhon

Mary L. Lawhon
Mary Lewis Lawhon of 25 Jefferson Davis Court, Martinsville, Virginia, died Friday, August 10 at her home. She was born on September 19, 1923 to the late Robert Banks Lewis and the late Maude Upchurch Lewis in Raeford.
She graduated from Salem College in Winston-Salem and performed graduate work at NC State University. She taught elementary and high school in Cumberland County, and during World War II taught elementary school on the island of Trinidad, where her father was commander of troops in training for future deployment.
She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and served in many capacities, including deacon and elder. She served her community on the board of trustees of the Memorial Hospital of Martinsville and Henry County, and the board of governors of Chatmoss Country Club. She volunteered at Memorial Hospital, and enjoyed her associations with the Garden Study Club and Book Club.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Watson Lawhon. She is survived by son Richard Upchurch Lawhon and wife Donna; granddaughters Andrea Lewis Lawhon Murray and husband Dan Murray, Tracey Marie Lawhon, and Mary Catherine Lawhon; son Robert Stirling Lawhon; and granddaughter Juliana Louise Lawhon.
A graveside service was held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, August 12 at Raeford Cemetery with the Rev. Jim Braden officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the First Presbyterian Church in Martinsville, Virginia or to the charity of one's choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com