Betty Barefoot

Betty Nealy Barefoot of Raeford died Thursday, December 30, 2021 at FirstHealth Hospice House in Pinehurst at age 86.
She was born on March 22, 1935 in Scotland County, to the late C.E. and Roby Nealy. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Barefoot, and her son, Eddie Barefoot. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Raeford.
She is survived by her son, Randy Barefoot, of Raeford; her daughter-in-law, Cathy Barefoot, of Matthews; her grandson, Brandon Barefoot, and his wife, Leslie, of Morehead City; her granddaughter, Ashley Barefoot, of Raleigh; her granddaughter, Chelsea Hughes, and her husband, Brad, of Charlotte; her four great-grandchildren, Hudson Barefoot, Harper Barefoot, Camden Hughes, and Beckett Hughes; and her sister, Doney Hogan, and her The funeral will be at 2 pm in the church sanctuary, officiated by the Rev. Thomas Lee. Burial will be in the Raeford Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:
First Baptist Church
333 North Main Street
Raeford, NC 28376
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

J.C. Meismer

JC Meismer of Raeford died Tuesday, December 28, 2021, surrounded by his family at his home at age 84.
He was born in Cabarrus County on January 2, 1937 to the late Jess C. Meismer and Evelyn Knight Meismer. 

He served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of the Oak Island VFW and Raeford United Methodist Church. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1961 from Pfeiffer College. He enjoyed reading, traveling, and spending time with his family at the beach.

He was preceded in death by his sister Carolyn Brown.  
He is survived by his wife, Nora L. Meismer of Raeford; two sons, Terry Meismer and wife Becky of Wilson, Virginia,  and Ronald Meismer and wife Katrina of Rockwell; three stepdaughters, Donna Strother of Holden Beach, Vicky Scarboro of Carthage, and Tammi McMillan of Raeford; nine grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, January 3, 2022 at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel, Raeford, with the Rev. Joshua Eom officiating.
The family will receive friends after the service at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Hospice Foundation of Hoke County, 336 South Main Street Raeford, NC 28376
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Justin Silvey

Justin Caleb Silvey of Fayetteville died Friday, December 24, 2021 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center at age 35.
He was born in Lawton, Oklahoma on November 18, 1986. He served in the U.S. Army and was currently serving with the North Carolina National Guard. He lived a life filled with shenanigans and debauchery, bringing his exuberant personality and infectious laugh wherever he went. He brought joy and light to whoever he meets with such tight bear hugs.
He is survived by his fiancée Heather (Sadie) Macmoyle of Fayetteville, his daughter, Aryia Silvey of Louisiana, his mother Larr Silvey Gabor and her husband John of Indiana, and a brother, Johnny Gabor of Indiana. 
A private memorial service will be held later.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Chris Tew

Mrs. Chris Tew of Fayetteville died in her sleep on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at age 77.
She was born in England on June 15, 1944. 

She was preceded in death by her sons, David Alan Tew and Sean Martin Tew. 
She is survived by her husband of 53 years John Tew of Fayetteville, J.T. Tew Jr. and his wife Jamie of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Tony Tew and his wife Wendy of Fayetteville; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a sister, Doreen Nieuwenhuis of Fayetteville; and a brother, Robert Matthews of Summerset, Kentucky. 
A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Crumpler Funeral Home Chapel, Raeford, with Pastor Roger Burns officiating.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

James McLean

James Thomas McLean, 62, of Raeford died Monday, December 7, 2021. A memorial and celebration of life will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, December 11, 2021, at the Kenneth M. Purcell Memorial Chapel, Laurinburg. Services are entrusted to Purcell Funeral Home & Cremation Services.

Robert Lentz

Robert H. (Bobby) Lentz of Raeford died Friday, December 3, 2021, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst at age 75He was born in Talladega, Alabama on August 4, 1946 to the late Robert Boyer Lentz and Mary Lucille Payton Lentz.

He was a member of the Raeford Evangelical Methodist Church and the Raeford Masonic Lodge # 306.

He was preceded in death by his brother William (Bill) Lentz.

He is survived by his wife Marie M. Lentz of Raeford; a daughter, Sandy Michelle Lentz of Raeford; two sons, Michael Jeffery Lentz of Raeford, and Steven Wayne Lentz and his wife Tammy of Raeford; a stepson, Eddie Smith and his wife Jane of Suffolk, Virginia; three stepdaughters, Cynthia Eckhoff of Raeford, Janelle Thompkins of Raeford, and Kimberly Tate and her husband Tim of Ashland, Virginia; a stepbrother, Gary Taylor and his wife Sally of Salisbury; 13 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at the Raeford Evangelical Methodist Church, 379 West Palmer Street, Raeford.

The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Raeford Evangelical Methodist Church with Pastor Roger Burns officiating.

Burial will be in the Raeford cemetery.

Pamela R. Warwick

Pamela Rose Warwick of Aberdeen died Monday, November 29, 2021 in her home at the age of 60.
She was born in Scotland County on July 16, 1961 to Ellis "Juice" and the late Margaret Wright Harris. She graduated from Hoke County High School and was known to have a heart of gold. She loved cooking and spending time with her family and enjoyed trips to the beach. She dearly loved her nieces and nephews and cared for them as if they were her own.
She is survived by her husband Michael of Aberdeen; her father, Juice Harris of Raeford; Melissa Holland and her husband, David of Raeford; Renee Strickland and her husband, Tommy of Raeford; her nephew, Clay McQuage of Fayetteville; her niece, Megan Warwick and her husband, Paul; her nephew, Cody Strickland of Raeford; great-nephews, Chase and Wyatt.
A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, December 5, 2021, in the Raeford Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Care of the family is entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home-Aberdeen.

Flora Scarboro

Flora M. Scarboro of Raeford died Friday, November 26, 2021 at age 79.
She was born on December 10, 1941to the late William Edward Miller and Grace Pate Miller. 

She enjoyed going to the beach with her family and working in her yard.

She was preceded in death by her husband Martin Scarboro Jr., and her siblings, Bill Miller, Odell Miller, and Carolyn Hinds.  
She is survived by her children Terry W. Scarboro of Raeford, Donna S. Chavis and her husband Dr. Ray Chavis of Wagram, and Jeff R. Scarboro of Raeford; three grandchildren ,Heather Scarboro of Raeford; Dr. Kristen Chavis of Fuquay Varina, and Coby Chavis of Wilmington; a sister, Louise Creech of Red Springs; and her fur babies Duke and Cora.
Visitation will be 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at Crumpler Funeral Home.
The funeral will follow at 2 p.m. with Pastor Roger Burns and Pastor Ricky Brewer officiating. 
Burial will be in the Raeford cemetery.
Memorials may be made to:
Raeford Evangelical Methodist Church
379 West Palmer Street
Raeford, NC 28376
Or to 
Wagram Church of God
21741 McKay Street
Wagram, NC 28396

Timothy Guin Sr.

Timothy Mark (Tim) Guin Sr. of Robbins, formerly of Raeford, died Thursday, November 18, 2021 at age 55.
He was born in Cumberland County on December 6, 1965 to the late Roy Guin and Marie Wilson Gilbert. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Billy Guin and Barry Guin.
He is survived by his daughter Anita Guin (Jason) of Robbins; a son Tim Guin Jr. of Greensboro; a grandson, Silas Arnold of Robbins; the mother of his children Beverly Burns of Southern Pines; a brother Donald Guin and his wife Lynn of Raeford; and his sister-in-law, Sandy Guin of Aberdeen.
A memorial graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 4, 2021 at the Raeford Cemetery.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Randy F. Huff

Randy Frank Huff of Aberdeen died Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, at UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill at age 66.
He was born Dec. 10, 1954, at Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst to the late Denver Ralph Huff Jr. and Ella Imogene Sinclair Huff.
He was a graduate of Hoke County High School and Fayetteville Technical College.
He was a master plumber, homebuilder and woodworker. He was an avid fisherman and golfer. He loved the North Carolina Tar Heels football and basketball teams.
His quick wit, temper, and off-color language were beloved by all. He was a creature of habit, especially with holidays and family gatherings. Favorites included good food with family and friends, and coffee and breakfast at Steak and Eggs with old cronies and friends.
He was a lifetime member of Shiloh Presbyterian Church, where he also served as an elder. He was always actively involved in various activities and the work of the church.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Kathy Huff; his son, Josh Huff; four brothers, Ralph Huff and wife, Linda, of Fayetteville, Ronald Huff and wife, Charlotte, of Aberdeen, Ricky Huff, of Fayetteville, and Rusty Huff, of Aberdeen; and nieces and nephews.
The funeral was held at Shiloh Presbyterian Church Sunday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Shiloh Presbyterian Church, Pine Hill Fire Department (Hoke County), Boys and Girls Club of the Sandhills, or the charity of your choice.

Janet Reyes

Janet LaVonne Walters McLain Reyes died Saturday, November 20, 2021. She was a gracious and loving person who was loved by all.
Born February 1, 1963, in Miami, Florida to Allen L. Walters and Joanne (Cole) Walters, she lived the majority of her life in North Carolina. She had been a career nurse, working at Moore County Hospital, and as a traveling nurse. She excelled as a surgical nurse and was a great believer in the Universe and all of its wonders. 
She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Joan V. Walters. 
She is survived by husband Luis Reyes, daughter Melissa McLain and son Patrick McLain, all of Seven Lakes; brother Tony M Walters and his wife Anita of Hampton, Virginia; and niece Shelly (Simpson) Berhannan of Melbourne, Florida.
In lieu of flowers please donate to the National Pancreatic Foundation.
A graveside service will be held at a date to be announced.
Crumpler Funeral Home of Raeford is serving the family.

Roger Williams

Roger "Cricket" Williams of Raeford died Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at age 71.
He was born in Richmond, Virginia on January 19, 1950 to the late Robert (Willie) Williams and Frances English Williams. He served in the United States Marine Corp. He was a member of Galatia Presbyterian Church. He was the owner and operator of the Bargain Barn in Raeford, and was a member of the North Carolina-Illinois Hunting Club.  He was a wonderful husband, father, and Pappy.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years Wanda S. Williams of Raeford; a daughter, Amber W. Banta and her husband Tim of Wilmington; a grandson, Everett Banta of Wilmington; a sister, Kaye McDonald and her husband Warren of Fayetteville; a brother, Ronald Williams of Fayetteville; his extended hunting club family, Johnny Hubbard, Bill Hubbard, Clyde Webb, Steve Printz; and two special friends, David Daughtey and Duane Gilliam.
Visitation will be held 6-8 p.m. Friday, November 12, 2021, at Crumpler Funeral Home in Raeford.

The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday November 13, 2021 at Galatia Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Brett Johnson officiating.

Burial will be in the church cemetery with military honors.
Memorials may be made to:
Raeford Garden Club, 1109 North Main Street, Raeford, NC 28376
or to
FirstHealth Hospice, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374

Guy A. Taylor

Guy A. "Cowboy" Taylor of Raeford died Friday, November 5, 2021, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst at age 67.
He was born in Lane, South Carolina on November 24, 1953 to the late Red Taylor and Bertie Taylor. He was preceded in death by his sister, Tootsie Taylor. His hobbies were working on cars, woodworking and singing while driving his truck. He got his nick name Cowboy because one never saw him without his boots and cowboy hat. 
He is survived by his wife 24 years Cathy Taylor of Raeford; his children, Carolyne Howard of Charleston, outhitting Carolina, Jeff Ledbetter of North Charleston, Mary McCusker and her husband Daniel of Savanah, Georgia and Eleanor Taylor (Michael McCarron) of Raeford; six grandchildren, Joseph Howard and his wife Lena, Edward Howard and his wife Valerie, William Howard and his wife Africa, Mookie Howard and his wife Kim, Kayla McCusker and Daniel McCusker; 14 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Kenny Taylor and his wife Sue of South Carolina.
A private memorial service will be held later. Crumpler Funeral Home of Raeford is serving the family. 

Charlotte H. Davis

Charlotte Holt Davis of Southern Pines, 95, diedy Monday, November 1, 2021, at her home surrounded by family.
She was born in Moore County on January 9, 1926 to the late William E. Holt and Robbie Mason Holt. 

Her love of children led her to establish one of the first licensed daycare centers in North Carolina. It was there where she earned the name Mama Charlotte, and that her advocacy work to get all daycares licensed began.

was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Rockingham

Up to her very last week, Mrs. Davis remained sharp and opinionated and had daily phone calls with her kids, grandkids, and sisters. 

She was preceded in death by her husband of 77 years, Ernest Woodrow Davis Sr.
She is survived by a son, Ernest W. (Woody) Davis Jr. and wife JoAnne of Southern Pines; a daughter, Linda Davis Covington of Southern Pines; three grandchildren, James Edwin (Ned) Covington III and wife, Laura, Shannon Davis Viall and husband, Russell, and Bradley Davis Covington and wife, Laura; five great-grandchildren, James and Matthew Covington, Ella, Gretchen and Norah Viall; and two sisters, Patricia (Patsy) Holt Steadman of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, and Ann Holt Clark of Raeford.
A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, November 6, 2021at the Raeford Cemetery.
The family will receive friends after the service at the gravesite.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to FirstHealth Hospice Foundation at 150 Apple Cross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28314.
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Judith Mosko

Judith (Judy) Ann Phillips Mosko of Manassas, Virginia, formerly of Raeford, died  Monday, November 1, 2021 at age 75.
She was born in Lumberton on February 8, 1946, to the late Felix Phillips and Mamie Graham Phillips. She was employed with JC Penny's in Fairfax County, Virginia before she retired.  
She is survived by her husband of 54 years William Michael (Bill) Mosko of Manassas; a daughter Jamie Annette Mosko of Manassas; a son, William M. (Mark) Mosko of Manassas; two grandchildren, Ashley Cooper of Charlotte, and Danille Mosko of Manassas; two brothers, George Phillips and his wife Lanita of Sanford, and Richard Phillips and his wife Wanda of Raeford; and five sisters, Pauline Williams of Asheboro, Mary Hobson of Asheboro, Barbara Rosser of Sanford, Martha Hales and her husband Lawrence of Raeford and Rita Gardner and her husband William of Raeford. 
Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Saturday, November 6, 2021, at Crumpler Funeral Home, Raeford.
The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday November 7, 202 at the Raeford United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Joshua Eom officiating. Burial will be in the Highland Biblical Gardens.