Donna Holland

Donna Jean "Mama Jean" Holland of Southern Pines, formerly of Raeford, died Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital at age 86.
She was born in Winston-Salem on May 23, 1935 to the late Robert Milton McNeill and Janet Story McNeill. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, James Richard McNeill, and Robert Milton McNeill Jr. 

She was a member of Antioch Presbyterian Church where she was an Honorary Life Membership recipient. She was the co-owner of Raeford Kindergarten and the owner and operator of Raeford Play School before she retired. She not only loved her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, but also loved and cared for many children in Hoke County. 
She is survived by her husband of 64 years Fred J. Holland of Southern Pines; two daughters, Robin H. McDuffie and her husband Mike of Pittsboro, and  Donna H. Lewis and her husband Mack of Pinehurst; two sons, David Holland and his wife Melissa of Raeford, and Neill Holland and his wife Jennifer of Raeford;  eight grandchildren, Leigh, Kate, Franklin, Stephen, Jeremy, Taylor, Carmen, and Chase; eight great-grandchildren, Mason, Laney, Molly, Audrey, Jack, Olivia, Braylon, and Macie; and a sister, Mary Ann Hartman and her husband, Larry of Advance. 
A memorial service will be held at  p.m. on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Antioch Presbyterian Church Cemetery with Pastor Jim Smith and the Rev. Dr. David Hudson officiating. The family will receive friends after the service at the gravesite.
Memorials may be made to:
Antioch Presbyterian Church
6582 Red Springs Road
Red Springs, NC 28377
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Bette P. Jones

Bette Parker Jones of Raeford died Monday October 4, 2021 at her home at age 86.
She was born in Bladen County on August 3, 1935 to the late Manley Thomas Parker and Gladys O'Neil McKee Parker. 

She was a member of Sandy Grove United Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband Whiteford Jones.
She is survived by a son Rodney M. Jones of. Henrico, Virginia; a brother, Larry Parker of Fayetteville; and three sisters, Carolyn Parker of Hope Mills, Judith McKee of Fayetteville, and Sandy Horne of Shallotte. 
A graveside memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, October 9, 2021 at Sandy Grove United Methodist Cemetery with the Rev. Josh Tester officiating.
Visitation will be held after the service at the graveside.
Memorials may be made to: Sandy Grove United Methodist Church, 6800 Arabia Road, Lumber Bridge, NC 28357; or to Hospice Foundation of Hoke County, P.O. Box 1584, Raeford, NC 28376
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Barbara Jackson

Barbara Stephens Jackson of Fayetteville, formerly of Raeford, died Thursday, September 23, 2021, at Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital at age 63.
She was born in Cumberland on March 17, 1958 to the late Douglas Stephens and Isabel Grimes Stephens. She was an avid gardener and will be dearly missed by her family.
She was preceded in death by her siblings, Johnny Stephens, Helen Davis, and Peggy McMillan.
She is survived by her husband Billy Joe Howell of Fayetteville; two daughters Amanda J. Jackson Lee and her husband David Lee of St. Pauls, and Kimberly Ann Jackson Holmes of Fayetteville; a stepdaughter Melissa Daniels of Fayetteville; six grandchildren, Brandy, David, Alexis, Jamie, Halie, and Codie; two great-grandchildren, Jason and Micah; two brothers Douglas Stephens II of Raeford, and Clifford Stephens and his wife Barbara of Raeford; and a sister Deene Tighe and her husband Edward of Conway, South Carolina.
Visitation will be held 2-3 p.m. on Sunday, September 26, 2021, at Crumpler Funeral Home in Raeford.
The funeral will follow at 3 p.m. with her nephew Chaplain Douglas Stephens III officating. Burial will be in the Tabernacle Baptist Church Cemetery in Rockfish.

Lois Dodson

Lois Lavonne Mitchell Dodson of Raeford died Friday, September 24, 2021, at her home at age 66. 
She was born in Shelby, Missouri on August 3, 1955, to the late James Franklin Mitchell and Frances Irene McLean Mitchell. She was a beloved wife, mother, and nana. Her greatest joy was being a nana.
She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Palmer T. Dodson of Raeford, two sons, Christopher Manor (Michelle) of Hope Mills, and Matthew Dodson of Raeford, a daughter, Angela Dodson (Kelly) of Hampstead, four grandchildren, Dylan Manor, Dakota Manor, Kyla Dodson and Kensley Dodson, and one great grandson, Bentley Manor.
A private memorial service for the family will be held at later date.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Kevin K. Locklear

Kevin Kirk Locklear of Laurel Hill died Thursday, September 23, 2021 at the age of 34.
He was born in Moore County on June 26, 1987. After he graduated from Scotland County High School he worked
for St. Joseph of the Pines. His passion for flowers and gardening led him to begin Locklear's Creation. It allowed him
and his spouse to share their love for interior and floral design. He loved his family and spent the last few years
working with Deb's cleaning service, a family-owned business. During that time his infectious personality made a huge
impact on all of their clients. His heart was as big as his smile. He was willing to give anything to help those he
loved no matter the cost. He enjoyed time at home with the love of his life and enjoyed his gardens and dog, Zeek.
He found comfort in listening to the waves at the beach and eating good home cooking.
He is preceded in death by his father, Robert, his grandmothers, Mandy and Dorothy, grandfathers Daniel and David,
uncles Harold and Gary, and aunt Carolyn.
He is survived by his husband, Eric of the home; his mother, Sylvia Lowery-Taylor, and her husband, Paul of Wagram; his brothers, Stephen and Joseph of Wagram, Gregory of Aberdeen; his nephew, Rory; stepsister, Ashlynn of Sanford; uncle, Ray and his wife Lisbeth of Raeford, and stepfather, Kenneth Small of Gibson.
The family will receive friends and family on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at Turning Point Worship Center 16433 US
Hwy 15 501 Aberdeen from 3-5 p.m. A memorial service will follow the visitation.
Care of the family is entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home-Aberdeen.

Dianne L. Danét

Dianne Lynne Danét died Sunday, September 19, 2021 in Manor Care at age 73.
She was a sweet and wonderful lady who spent most of her life taking care of her kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. She loved meeting new people. Her signature perfume was "Daisy" by Marc Jacobs. When home she spent her time reading murder mysteries while relaxing with her two cats. She loved all animals including a mockingbird she fed, who loved sitting outside her bedroom window singing each morning. She loved traveling and eating out when she could. She was a top-notch cook.
She is survived by her daughter, Andrea Beal and her husband, Gerald of Laurel Hill, Angela Fezza and her husband, Andy of Castle Rock, Colorado, Janette Danét and her wife, Krystyn of Aberdeen; her sons, Gregory Danét of San Antonio, Texas, Nicholas Danét and his wife, Danielle of Fort Eustis, Virginia; a sister, Annette Gergen of Houston, Texas; her grandchildren, Kristin, Cory, Gabriel, Geri, Luis, Royce, Autumn, Cody, Kaitlin, Connor, Karina, Cambria, Catalina, Jacob, Ivy, Hailey, Kaitlyn, Coleson, and Calista; and great-grandchildren, Isabel, Annabelle, Dylan, Elijah, River, Rhett, Clark, Alyssa, Xander, Violet, Julius, and Alicia.
A memorial mass will be held at 9 a.m. on September 28 at St Anthony of Padua. Inurnment will be held following the mass.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Humane Society Scotland County, 1401 West Blvd, Laurinburg, NC 28352.
Care of the family is entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home-Aberdeen.

Jennifer J. McFadyen

Jennifer Jean McFadyen, 54, of Raeford, died September 22, 2021, at First ealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst, surrounded by her family. 
She was born January 17, 1967 in Gouverneur, New York. She graduated from Hoke County High School in June, 1985. She earned her Practical Nursing Education at Fayetteville Technical Community College in August of 1989. She continued her education and earned an associate degree in Applied Science to become a Registered Nurse at Central Carolina Community College in September of 1997. 
JeShennifer was an avid reader, and had beautiful handwriting skills. She had a huge heart and a laugh that was contagious. Growing up she always wanted to be a nurse and she was great at it. She was loved by many aunts, uncles and cousins in upstate New York.
She is survived by a son, Jonathan Cory McFadyen (Madisyn Wallace) of Raeford, a daughter, Lauren Ashley Miller and husband Nicholas Ryan Miller of Fort Bragg; her parents, Caroline May Peck and David William Peck of Raeford; two sisters, Rebecca Marie Bies and husband Charles Lawrence Bies of Raeford, and Caroline Ann Hatchell and husband Ronnie Coleman Hatchell II of Raeford; a niece, Jessica Marie Bies of Raeford; three nephews, Joshua Lawrence Bies and his wife Kristen Louise Bies of Stedman, Noah Evan Whitaker of Raeford, and Caleb Lee Whitaker of Raeford; and a dog, Tinkerbell, and cat, Gizmo.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 25, 2021, at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Ave. Raeford with Pastor Kenneth Williams officiating.
The family will receive friends after the service at the Funeral Home.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Julian Butler

Julian David Butler Sr. of Raeford died surrounded by his family on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital at the age of 87.

He was born in St. Pauls on July 31, 1934 to the late W.J. "Joe" Butler and Naomi Butler. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter Alyssa Butler, two brothers, William J. Butler Jr., and Dr. James E. Butler. 

He served in the US Army from 1956 until 1960. He was a member of the Raeford Presbyterian Church where he served on many committees and was an Elder Emeritus. He was also a member of the St. Pauls Jaycees. He was a Scoutmaster of Troop 404 in Raeford where he earned the Silver Beaver Award from the Cape Fear Council. He retired from Cape Fear Farm Credit as branch manager. He also retired from Eden Farms where he was a director with the building of Hoke/Robeson Cotton Gins.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Joann McCormic Butler of Raeford; a son, David Butler and his wife Cheryl of Southern Pines; three grandchildren, Kristina Dennis and her husband Markus of St. Pauls, Hannah Butler of Southern Pines, and Joshua Butler of Southern Pines; one great-granddaughter, Paislee Ray-Dennis of St. Pauls; and several nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the Raeford Cemetery with CRE Herman Autry officiating.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to:

Raeford Presbyterian Church

Building Fund

P.O. Box 1570

Raeford, NC 28376

Teresa McCraney

Teresa Lynn McCraney of Raeford died Friday, September 10, 2021 at age 60.
She was born in Delaware on October 28, 1960. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert David McCraney.  
She is survived by two daughters, Tanya L. Wright and her husband Daniel of Raeford, and Amanda M. McCraney of Raeford: a son, Adam C. Van Allen of Stedman; seven grandchildren, Damion, Scarlet, Christopher, Darren, Tr'e, Amaya and, Jayden; a great-granddaughter, Everly; sisters, Connie Lindsay and her husband Donald of Raeford, Dianne Sinclair, and her husband Warren of Delaware, and Debra Weaver of Delaware; and a dear friend and cousin, Janet Medeiros of Delaware.
A memorial service will be held later.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Erik E. Cunningham

Erik Edward Cunningham of Raeford died Sunday, September 12, 2021, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.
He was born in California to the late Leonard Thomas Cunningham Jr. and Margaret Mary Foster Cunningham. 

He served in the U.S. Army with the 82nd Airborne Division. He was employed with SunPath Industries in Raeford.
He was preceded in death by his brother Raymond Cunningham. 
He is survived by a sister, Alicia H. Colvin and husband Harold of Raeford; a brother, Leonard Thomas Cunningham III and his wife, Rosemary, and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held later.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Mary D. Emmons

Mary Martha Davis Emmons of 6741 Rockfish Road died Friday, September 10, 202 at her home peacefully at the age of 92.

She was born in Lumberton on June 11, 1929 to the late Everette and Addie Davis. She was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Rockfish. 

 She was preceded in death by her husband retired MSG. Ernest E. Emmons.

Survivors are her son, Dr.  Larry Hayes Emmons and his wife Elizabeth of Bladenboro; a daughter, Susan Britt Emmons Patterson and her husband Craig of Rockfish; seven grandchildren, Larry II, Joan, Terry, Johnny, Grace, Brooke, and Derek; 23 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and a devoted friend and caregiver, Brenda Holmes of Fayetteville.
Visitation will be held at the home, 6741 Rockfish Road on Saturday September 11, 2021, from 5:00 pm until 8:30 pm. 
The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday, September 12, 2021at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Rockfish with the Rev. Tommy Underwood, the Rev. Archie Barringer and Dr. Larry Hayes Emmons officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Vera Barnes

Vera Britt Barnes of Raeford died Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at FirstHealth Hoke Campus at age 89.
She was born in Lumberton July 25, 1932 to the late Verbie Britt and Lydia Vendrick Britt. She was a member of Raeford First Baptist Church and retired from Burlington Industries. 

She was preceded death by her husband M.G. Barnes. 
She is survived by her daughter Tara Barnes Walton and her husband Ronald of Ft. Myers, Florida; two sons, Michael Gerald Barnes of Aberdeen, and Christopher Dale Barnes of Raeford; six grandchildren,Sarah, Janice, Karen, Jessica, Sean and Tabitha; and six great-grandchildren. 
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday September 12, 2021 at First Baptist Church in Raeford with the Rev. Tom Lee officiating.
The family will receive friend after the service at the church.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Phillip "Phil" Huffman

Phillip M. "Phil" Huffman of Raeford died surrounded by his family on Monday, September 6, 2021 at his home.
He was born February 19, 1938 to the late Joseph Huffman and Bertha Banks Huffman. He was preceded in death by his brother Ronald Huffman, and a son-in-law, Tim Roberts.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years Sue Baxley Huffman; daughters, Phyllis Huffman Roberts of Monroe, and Lisa Huffman Rexroth (Dean) of Valdosta, Georgia; grandchildren, Ashley Roberts Wheeler (Jason) of Wilmington, Jodie Roberts Chiambretti (Steve) of Mint Hill, Ellen Cavasier ( Lt.Col. Raylee) of Augusta, Georgia, MacKenzie Edwards (Drew) of Springfield, Missouri, and Ashford Philip Wilson of Valdosta, Georgia; great-grandchildren, Olivia Reece Chiambretti, Timothy Chiambretti, and Merritt Steely Wheeler; and a brother, Linwood E. Huffman ( Helen) of Raeford.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 10, 2021 at Raeford Cemetery with the Rev. Tom Lee officiating. The family will receive friends after the service at the gravesite.
Memorials my be made to First Baptist Church, 333 N. Main Street, Raeford NC 28376, or Hospice Foundation of Hoke County, P.O. Box 1584 Raeford, NC 28376.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Danielle Owens

Danielle Ann Cummings Owens of Raeford died Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at her home.
She was born in Fayetteville on December 13, 1973 to the late Arnold Cummings and Ann Locklear Cummings. She was preceded was preceded in death by her sister Sharon Harris.
She is survived by her husband of 22 years Avery A. Owens of Raeford; two brothers, Arnold Cummings Jr. and his wife Trina of Raeford, and Brian Keith Cummings and his wife Amber of Michigan; nieces and nephews, Brandon Harris and his fiancée Ashley Boswell, Joshua Harris, Marcus Cummings, Nylah Cummings, and Briella Cummings; and one great-niece, Katelyn Harris.
The funeral was held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Crumpler Funeral Home with Pastor Willie Hunt officiating. Burial was in the Rock Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Benjamin "Doc" Harrell Sr.

Benjamin Davis "Doc" Harrell Sr. of Raeford died Sunday, September 5, 2021, at Pruitt Health-Rockingham at age 79.
Hewas born in Hoke County on October 12, 1941 to the late Thomas Glenn Harrell Sr. and Daisy Bell Taylor Harrell. He was a member of Celebration of Praise Church of God in Raeford and retired from Burlington Industries. 
He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Louise Priest Harrell, a son, Walter Brian Harrell Sr., a sister, Shirley Ann Harrell, and two brothers, Thomas Glenn (Tommy) Harrell Jr. and Jerry Ray Harrell. 
He is survived by a son, Benjamin Davis "Benjie" Harrell Jr. and his wife Jodi of Rockingham; two daughters, Sharon Ann Graham and her finance David Freeman of Raeford, and Melissa Gail "Lisa" Scott and her husband Timmy of Laurel Hill; 14 grandchildren, Jamie Harrell, Johnathon Harrell, Jordan Williams, Ben Harrell, Taylor Jones, Crystal Graham-Goins, Christopher Glenn Graham, Ashley Freeman Riker, Heather Hines, Cassey Hines, Stephen Scott, Andy Scott, Erica Harrell and Walter Brian Harrell Jr.; 24 great-grandchildren; a brother, Floyd Harrell of Fayetteville; and two sisters, Katherine Bruce of Charlotte, and Vicky Rose and her husband Earl of Rockingham.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jerry Edge Pastor Woody Byrd officiating.
Burial will in Highland Biblical Gardens in Raeford.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com