Earl B. Hendrix

Earl Brown Hendrix, 85, of Raeford passed away peacefully at First Health Hospice House on April 7, 2018.

He was born in Hoke County on October 23^rd, 1932 to the late James Robert Hendrix Sr. and Maggie McDonald Hendrix. He was preceded in death by his late wife of 64 years Hazel McMillan Hendrix, his son Kenneth Earl Hendrix, and his brothers James Jr., Lacy, Samuel, Fred and James Arthur Hendrix.

He moved with his family to their farm in Hoke County when he was four years old. He followed his father to the family farm and became a leading figure in North Carolina agribusiness. He served on numerous agricultural boards including the N.C. Soybean Board for over two decades where he was a founding director, the N.C. Wheat Board, N.C. Small Grain Growers Association, and the Hoke County Soil and Water Board. He received numerous awards for his success in agriculture and his work to leave a legacy for future generations, including the American Soybean Association 2008 Regional Conservation Legacy Award.  He also served as the Hoke County Farm Bureau president since 1992. He was Progressive Farmer’s 1998 and 1999 Man of the Year for Service in N.C. Agriculture, and N.C. Sunbelt Farmer of the Year in 1999. In 1993, he was N.C. Department of Agriculture Friend of Agriculture. He and his family were the N.C. Extension Service’s Outstanding Farm Family in 1987 and he was the Conservation Farmer of the year in 1987. He was named Outstanding Young Farmer in 1959.

He was a lifelong member of Raeford United Methodist Church where he was a leader in the Bob Lewis Sunday School Class. He taught children’s Sunday School and helped with the children during Vacation Bible School. He served on the Trustee and Finance committees and the Church Council. He treasured his church and his church family. He had a zest for life and was a man of strong faith and values. He was a good friend to many in the community and across the state. He served as a member of the local National Guard unit for eight years alongside many of his classmates, reaching the rank of Sergeant First Class before leaving the service to concentrate on the family farm’s growth. He had a strong love for God, his country and his community. His family was at the center of his life. Papa, or Pop, as he was affectionately known by his children and grandchildren will be dearly missed.  

He felt blessed to have experienced love again at the advanced age of 85. He and Connie, former classmates, and lifelong friends, found each other and married on December 17, 2017.

He leaves behind his wife Connie Fulk Ellis-Hendrix; son, Gary Allen Hendrix and his wife, Lynn of Raeford; daughter Tammie Hendrix Coxe and her husband, Mack of Raeford; his grandchildren, William, Matthew and his wife Stephanie, Evan and his wife Cortney, Sydney, John Arthur, Megan, and Robert; and his great-grandchildren, Bailey, Hannah, Jacob, and Stacy. He also leaves behind his beloved five “puppies” who helped to keep him active during Hazel’s long illness.

Visitation will be held on Monday April 9 from 6-8 p.m. at Crumpler Funeral Home in Raeford. The funeral will be held Tuesday April 10 at 11 a.m. at Raeford United Methodist Church with the Rev. Brian Wingo officiating. Burial will be in Highland Biblical Gardens.

Memorials may be made in lieu of flowers to Raeford United Methodist Church, 308 North Main Street, Raeford, NC 28376 or First Health Hospice and Palliative Care, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374.

Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Timothy J. Roberts

Timothy Johnson Roberts, 61, went peacefully to the Lord on Monday, April 2, 2018 with his wife and high school sweetheart of 39 years, Phyllis Huffman Roberts, by his side. A native of Ashley Heights and a resident of Monroe, he leaves behind two daughters, Ashley and Jason Wheeler of Wilmington, and Jodie and Steve Chiambretti of Mint Hill, and two beautiful granddaughters, Merritt Wheeler & Olivia Chiambretti who will miss their Daddy and PopPop indefinitely. In addition, he leaves behind his mother, Marjorie Johnson Roberts of Southern Pines, siblings Linda Sealy of Summerville, South Carolina, Tom & Dawn Roberts of Greensboro, Terry and Sue Roberts of Lenoir, and his in-laws, Phillip and Sue Huffman of Wagram, and Lisa and Dean Rexroth of Valdosta, Georgia who loved him like a son and brother for more than 40 years.  
This life was not big enough for him, and whether you were one of his golf buddies, a business partner, a neighbor, a fellow church member, a childhood friend, a friend of anyone close to him or simply had the good fortune of making his acquaintance once, he made you feel like you were the only person on earth. He was the light in any room, organizer of group fun, dancing machine and tickle monster. Most importantly was his leadership in his faith and family, where he led by example. From humble roots, he never let his past get in his way and made the life he wanted for his family. He had an incredible work ethic, working for Cuddy Farms for more than 15 years and then founded his company D&T Management with partner Dan Turner, to make sure everyone in America had a taste of Swaggerty's Sausage. He always focused on his blessings and walked each day with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, who he gave credit for all his successes. 
His service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, April 5, 2018 at Lee Park Baptist Church, 2505 Morgan Mill Road Monroe, NC 28110 followed by a celebration of life reception in the Family Life Center. Burial will be private. The family asks any donations be directed to his church, Lee Park Baptist, where his friend and Pastor Chris Justice and staff can continue to preach the word and love people. 
Online condolences may be made to www.gordonfuneralservice.com 

Elaine C. Hendrix

Elaine C. Hendrix of 2699 Sharon Rd, York, South Carolina, formerly of Raeford, died Monday, April 2, 2018.
She was born October 11, 1930 in Hoke County. She was a devoted wife, wonderful mom and devoted Christian, who loved and was loved by many. She was blessed and she blessed those who knew her. She will be missed greatly.
She is preceded in death by her mother and father, Hunter S. and Ethel J. Carroll, her husband, Wade H. Hendrix Sr., two sisters, Larue C. Brock and Hunter Sue Hagins and her grandson John R. Hendrix II.
She is survived by three sons, Wade H. Hendrix Jr. and wife Patsy, John Riley Hendrix, and Timothy Allen Hendrix and wife Patricia; six grandchildren, David Hendrix, Chad Hendrix, Carrie Miller, Angel Hendrix, Tracii Nicols, and Tim Russell; and seven great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be from 12:30- 2 p.m. Thursday, April 5, 2018 at Raeford First Baptist Church.
The funeral will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Thomas Lee officiating.
Burial will be at Highland Biblical Gardens.
Memorials can be made to Raeford First Baptist Church, Kings Mountain Chapel in Filbert, South Carolina or to Wayne T. Patrick Hospice House in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

Virginia McColl

Virginia Monroe McColl died March 31, 2018 with her family by her side. Born in Hoke County during the Great Depression she knew about surviving in hard times, losing her mother at the age of five and caring for her blind father. She was one of six children born to Thomas Henry Monroe and Lillian McMillan Monroe. She enjoyed researching her genealogy with her sister and discovering that her Scottish lineage settled in the Cape Fear River basin area which is now Pope Air Force Base. When the government secured their property, they moved their home to Hoke County. Through her heritage she gained her membership in "Liberty Point Daughters of the American Revolution" and the "Society of the Descendants of the Colonial Clergy."
She was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Rockfish where she taught Sunday school and Vacation Bible School and was a member of the Women's Missionary Union. She was also a past member of the Home Extension Club. She is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Henry Thomas McColl and a grandson, Thomas Reed Jones; 2 brothers, Thomas Henry Jr. and James Alexander; and 2 sisters, Ana Bella and Frances Elizabeth Monroe. She is survived by her daughters, Carrie M. Posey (Butch), Linda M. Hall (Robert) of Autryville, Susan Diane McColl, Kimberly M. Hopson (Vaughn) of Clayton, and sons, Henry Thomas McColl Jr. (Malinda) and John Kevin McColl (Michele). She is survived by 8 grandchildren, Christi Posey Boahn, Jennifer Posey Powell, Caleb and Jason Jones, Adam and Jonathan McColl, Virginia and Christopher Hopson and 5 great-grandchildren, Brandon, Cody, Hunter, Logan and Braden. She is also survived by her sister, Katherine N. Shuman of Orlando Fl., several nieces and nephews and her faithful companion, Dottie. 
Visitation will be held Monday, April 2, 2018 from 7-9 pm at Crumpler Funeral Home.
The funeral will be held Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 11:00 am at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 3219 Lindsay Road, Raeford NC, Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Memorials may be made to: Amedisys Hospice Care, (3215) 56 Three Hunts Drive, Building 3, Pembroke, NC 28372 or to the American Cancer Society, 8300 Health Park Suite 10, Raleigh, NC 27615
Online condolences may be made at crumplerfuneral.com 

Delauris Ellis

Delauris Ruby Beasley Ellis of Raeford passed away with her family by her side on March 26, 2018 at the age of 84. 
She was born in Hoke County on March 5, 1934 to the late Chester B. Beasley and Ruby Bowyer Beasley. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Lindberg "Lindy" Ellis and her brothers Chester B. Beasley and Jack Beasley. She was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. She retired from Burlington Industries in 2000 after 47 years. She also worked for 10 years with Forever Kids Daycare. 
She is survived by her daughter Gail E. Jackson and her husband David of Fayetteville; her son, Lynn Ellis and his wife Lisa of Raeford; two grandchildren, Allyson Jackson-Steen and her husband Chet, and Lucas Ellis and his wife Frankie; five great-grandchildren, Caden, Easton, Ellison, Charlie and Cash; three brothers, Sam Beasley and his wife Patsy of Winston-Salem, Bucky Beasley and his wife Pat of Raeford, Wayne Beasley and his wife Carol of Raeford; and five sisters, Joyce Bostic of Raeford, Betty Simmons and her husband Jessie of Fayetteville, Barbara Daniels and her husband Earl of Raeford, Helen Jackson and her husband William of Raeford, and Mickey McNeill and her husband Tom of Fayetteville. 
A visitation will be held 1-2 p.m. Thursday, March 29, 2018 at Hillcrest Baptist Church. 
The funeral will follow at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Toby Neal officiating. 
Burial will be in the Raeford Cemetery. 
Memorials may be made to Hillcrest Baptist Church 3699 US 401 Business 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 

Jeffrey Davis

Jeffrey Davis was called to his heavenly home on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at the age of 46. He spent his last days at Morrison Manor, Hospice of Scotland County.
He was born April 3, 1971 to the late Jill Jackson Davis and Bobby Davis Sr. of Lumber Bridge. He is preceded in death by his brother, Bobby Davis Jr., grandparents Benny and Edna Jackson and grandpa Jeff Davis. 
He graduated from Hoke County High School in 1989. He was a self-taught carpenter and took pride in his work. He loved to read and enjoyed nature and the beauty of God. 
He is survived by his loving grandma, Ardenia Davis of Lumber Bridge, great aunt, Reeta Baker, aunts, Bertha Mae Pandure, Janice Howard, Brenda Price and Charlene Jackson, uncles, Ronnie Davis and David Jackson, and many cousins. 
In lieu of flowers the family would greatly appreciate monetary gifts for burial expenses. These can be made at: The family of Jeffery Davis, C/O Crumpler Funeral Home 131 Harris Ave. Raeford, NC 28376. 
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com 

Jack Campbell

Jack Campbell of Raeford passed away on Saturday, March 24, 2018 at the age of 91.

He was born on November 28, 1926 to the late Milton Campbell and Mary Howell Campbell. After retiring from Burlington Industries, he enjoyed spending time at home with his family. He was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Letrice Jackson Campbell; brother, James Milton Campbell Jr.; and his sisters, Prudence Campbell Walters, Alberta Campbell Currie, and Thetus Campbell Mercer. He was a member of the Raeford Presbyterian Church.

He is survived by his daughters, Rhonda C. Ritter and her husband, Blaine of Carthage, and Karen S. Campbell of Raeford; and his grandchildren, Daniel and Justin Ritter of Carthage.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at Crumpler Funeral Home in Raeford from 2-3 p.m. 

A graveside service will be held at 3:15 pm in the Raeford Cemetery.

Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

Michael "Andy" Miller

Michael Andrew "Andy" Miller formerly of Raeford passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at the age of 31.

He was born in Cumberland County on April 18, 1986 to Michael Miller Sr. and Sheryl Beasley Kelly. He was a loving husband, father, son, and brother. He enjoyed racing, spending time with his family, fishing, and building. He was a wonderful father, and dearly loved his children. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, O'Dell Miller and his aunt, Cindy Creech.

He leaves behind his wife, Danielle Lane of Eagle Springs; his two children, Damian and Grace; his father, Michael Miller and his wife, Monika of Lexington; his mother, Sheryl Kelly and her wife, Kristina of Worcester, Massachusetts; his two sisters, Ashley Nuhaj and her husband, Rahim of Winthrop, Maine, and Lindsey Miller and her husband, Seth of Raeford; his half-sister, Destiney Reinholt of Lexington; his half-brother, Josh Miller of Lexington; and his grandparents, Parnell and Wanda Locklear of Raeford, and Patricia Miller of Raeford.

The family will receive friends on Monday, March 26, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. at Crumpler Funeral Home-Raeford.

A memorial service will follow the visitation beginning at 8 p.m.

Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com

 

Hervey “Eddie” Jackson

Hervey Edward "Eddie" Jackson of Raeford passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 in his home at the age of 57. 

He was born in Cumberland County on January 20, 1961 to Hervey L. Jackson and Edna Smith Jackson. A true outdoorsman, he enjoyed spending time in the mountains as well as hunting and fishing. He loved singing gospel music for friends and family, and often times sang in church. He attended Wagram Church of God. 
He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife, Vicky Jackson of Raeford; his sons, Neal Jackson and his wife, Nicole of Raeford, Russel Jackson of Raeford, Eathan Jackson of Raeford; Paige J. Howard and her husband, Josh of Vass, Noel Locklear of Raeford; his parents, Hervey and Edna Jackson of Raeford; Karen Laviner and her husband, Mike of Wagram, Lisa Ellis and her husband, Lynn of Arabia, Susan Pittman and her husband, Larry of Raeford; six grandchildren, Sky, Chaydin, Aiden, Corbin, Eliza, Sophie. 
The funeral was Friday at 3:00 pm with Pastor Ricky Brewer. Burial was in the Raeford Cemetery.  
Memorials may be made to: Liberty Hospice, 336 S. Main St, Raeford, NC 28376. 
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com 

Mary E Jones

Mary Elizabeth Jones of Raeford passed away on Thursday, March 22, 2018 in the Morrison Manor Hospice House at the age of 84. 
She was born in Sanford, FLorida on January 17, 1934 to the late Elmo Augustus Lee and Margaret Rickerson Lee. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Edward "Ed" Jones, and her daughter, Patricia Jones. She was a member of Pittman Grove Baptist Church. 
She is survived by her sons, Lewis Edward "Eddie" Jones Jr. and his wife, Jeanne of Raeford, and Daniel E. "Danny" Jones of Raeford; her sister, Edith Greenfelder of Maryland; 1 grandson; 2 granddaughters; 2 great-grandsons; and 1 great-granddaughter. 
A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 26, 2017 at 2?pm at the Pittman Grove Baptist Church. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery. 
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com 

Pernell Kelly

Pernell Kelly, 73, of Raeford  peacefully made his transition on March 17th, 2018. He was born on February 26, 1945 to the late Charlie M. and Lee Ester Kelly.

He was a member of Mount Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church were he served as an usher and a member of the male choir.  

He was a graduate of Upchurch High School, and served his country by joining the United States Army.  He retired from Burlington Industries after 35 years as a electrical technician. During his tenure at Burlington Industries he attended Fayetteville Technical Community College obtaining various professional certifications.  He was a jack of all trades, and loved to work on cars, motorcycles, and anything electrical.  He was also an avid bowler and received numerous trophies.  

His memories will be cherished by his loving wife of 50 years Betty L. Kelly, daughters Twanii Kelly Small and her husband Nelson of Chesapeake, Virginia, Benedetta Kelly of Raeford, and Tara Melvin of Fayetteville; sons, Christopher P. Kelly and his wife Renita of Southern Pines and Cornelius C. Kelly of Raeford; a sister, Elizabeth McNeill of Fayetteville; brothers, Bishop James Kelly and his wife Bennie of Raeford and Fred Kelly and his wife Hannilore of Fayetteville;13  grandchildren, Micah, Chiquita, Nelson II, Jokemia (Marquis), Chasity, Markus, Briana, Jerome, Brandi, Bianca, Cornelius II, Aliyah and Andrea; and 21 great-grandchildren.   

There will be a public viewing Friday, March 23 at Wiseman Mortuary, 431 Cumberland St., Fayetteville from 2-7 p.m.

The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday March 24 at Mount Pisgah MBC Community Resource Center, 414 Pittman Grove Church Road, Raeford.

In lieu of flowers, love offerings can be sent to Betty L. Kelly, 1065 Townsend Road, Raeford.

David J. Dombkowski

David Joseph Dombkowski of Raeford passed away March 19, 2018 at the age of 64. 
He was born March 3, 1954 in Washington, D.C. to the late Joseph Stanley Dombkowski and Ina Isabel Bethune Dombkowski. 
He was known by many for his love of music and his musical talent. He worked as a painter in recent years. 
He is survived by a friend, Ricky Ward of Raeford. 
A graveside memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at the Raeford Cemetery with the Rev. Stephen Fitzgerald officiating.  
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com 

Isaac L. O'Tuel

Isaac Lee O'Tuel of Raeford passed away March 18, 2018 at the age of 78. 
He was born in Fairmont on September 20, 1939 to the late John Weldon O'Tuel Jr. and Mary Ella Cottle O'Tuel. He was preceded in death by a sister, Helen O'Tuel Moran. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of Galatia Presbyterian Church. He had a deep interest in geneaology. He volunteered with Meals on Wheels in Hoke County. He was an avid reader of American history and he loved his family and his dogs. 
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Virginia (Kay) Sasser O'Tuel of Raeford; a son, John Weldon O'Tuel III and his wife Michele of Chapel Hill; a daughter, Shannon Marie O'Tuel McDonald and her husband Thomas of Monroe; 5 grandchildren, Peyton McDonald, Cole McDonald, Jack O'Tuel, Michael O'Tuel and Alex O'Tuel; and 2 sisters, Betty Ann Tyson of Georgetown, South Carolina and Mary Elizabeth Lund of Fayetteville. 
Visitation will be held 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, March 22, 2018 in Galatia Presbyterian Church fellowship hall. 
A memorial service will follow at noon with full military honors. The Rev. Brett Johnson will officiate. 
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Galatia Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 8800 Galatia Church Road, Fayetteville, NC 28304. 
Online condolences may be made at www.crumplerfuneralhome.com 

Jennifer B. Pait

 Jennifer Blythe Pait of North Wilkesboro passed away Sunday, March 18, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist-Wilkes Medical Center.

She was born August 18, 1966 in Cumberland County to Frank J. Pait III and Pauline Davis Pait. 

She graduated from Wilkes Central High School in Wilkesboro and Appalachian State University in Boone.  She was employed by Stanly County Social Services in Albemarle as a social worker.

She was preceded in death by her grandfathers Paul B. Davis of Raeford and Frank J Pait Jr. of Lumberton; her grandmother, Eva B. Pait of Red Springs; and uncle, Robert D. Pait of Whiteville.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by her brother, Frank J. Pait IV, his wife, Shelia F. Pait and their children, Tyler Davis Pait and Baylor James Pait of Hickory; her grandmother, Doreen G. Davis of Southport; uncles Buford L. Davis and wife Iryna of Pinehurst, Paul B. Davis Jr. and wife Agnes of Southern Pines and William G. Davis and wife Donna of Fayetteville; and aunt Susan S. Gill and husband T.R. of Oak Island.  

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, March 23, 2018 at Scenic Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Steve Snipes officiating.  The family will receive friends immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to donor's choice.

Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com.

 

 

Gertrude W. Avant

Gertrude Williford Avant, 86, of Red Springs passed away on March 16, 2018. She was preceded in death by her Husbands Julian Williford and Bill Avant.
She is survived by her daughters, Ellen (Michael) Carter, and Debbie (Douglas) Burke; three brothers, Johnny, Lindy, and David Holland; two sisters, Diane Johnson and Sue Harris; two granddaughters, Teresa (David) Conoly, and Kathy (Tony) Denton; and three great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, March 19, 2018 at Lumber Bridge Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Archie Barringer and the Rev. Mike McGehee officiating. Interment will follow in Alloway Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lumber Bridge Presbyterian Church.
Services for the family are entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home – Red Springs.