Stephen Franklin Lovett

Stephen Franklin Lovett of Greenville, formerly of Lumberton, died Monday, February 13, 2023 at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville at the age of 50. 

He was born in Robeson County on January 23, 1973. 

Known as Coach Love, he served as a physical education teacher, baseball coach and football coach from 1999-2019 before transferring to his current position as football coach at J.H. Rose High School in Greenville. He formerly coached in Hoke County.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, William "Bill" Judson Lovett and Jennie Enzor Lovett; his maternal grandparents, Bunyan Ford Howell, Sr. and Flora Mae Edge Howell; his uncles: Clyde Lovett (Louise), Buddy Howell, Harold Howell, and Rev. Charles Howell; and his cousin, Tonya Britt Howell.

He is survived by his parents, Franklin and Sara Howell Lovett of Lumberton; his aunts and uncles: Jack Lovett, Marilyn Howell, Emily Howell, Myra Howell and Deborah Sealey (Kenneth), all of Lumberton, and Jane Norris (Lee) of Illinois; and many cousins, friends and extended family members.

A time of visitation will be held prior to the service on Saturday, February 18, 2023 from 1-3 p.m. at Ten Mile Baptist Church, 5176 Barker Ten Mile Road in Lumberton. Following the visitation, a funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. with Gene Jackson and Rev. David McClellan officiating.  Burial will follow at the church cemetery.

Jasper Morrison

Jasper Morrison of Raeford passed away Monday, February 13, 2023 at the age of 85.

He was born in Friendship, North Carolina to Charlie Morrison and Ronnie Walden on May 25, 1937.

He was known to everyone as Jay. Jay served in the Navy and after that he was employed as a welder and maintenance mechanic in his secular career.

He had a very charismatic personality and loved talking with people, especially about Jehovah. He loved the truth and served as a pioneer for many years. Golf was always a passion for him as well as his beloved canines.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Ancha Morrison, who was always by his side; a daughter, Debbie Walters, and a son-in-law Wayne Walters; a grandson, Kody Walters; three sisters, Riola Stewart, Joyce Kelly, Anna Morrison; one brother, Malon Morrison; as well as a host of friends and family.

Eleanor Locklear

Eleanor Locklear of Shannon died Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at the age of 79.

She was born on April 15, 1943 to the late Wilson and Mary Cook.

She was a beloved member of Praise and Worship Ministries of Red Springs, NC where she taught Sunday school for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 60 years, Marvin Locklear.

She is survived by her two children, David and Barbara Locklear.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2023 at the Praise and Worship Ministries of Red Springs. 9625 NC-71, Red Springs, NC 28377 with Reverend Ricky Deese officiating.