R. Wayne Bartrug

R. Wayne Bartrug (Uncle Bubba), 59, of Raeford, passed away at FirstHealth Hospice House on April 26, 2018, following a valiant battle with multiple myeloma. Surrounded by his loving family he left as he lived, upbeat, smiling and staying positive.
Born July 27, 1958 in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Hugh Bartrug Sr. and Joyce Joll Bartrug. He attended Elizabeth Forward High School, as well as Penn Technical Institute. He worked in electronics while in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Lexington AVT16, and felt very fortunate to work at the launch control center at the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral. He worked for various electronic firms and had a beyond top secret security clearance. He retired as a correction officer at Hoke Correctional Institution in McCain.
He attended the Raeford Presbyterian Church and was a proud member of Masonic Lodge No. 306. He enjoyed building and flying airplanes with The Old Buzzards Flying Club, and had a passion for writing music and poems as well as playing guitars and his harmonicas.
Survivors include his "Mom" Joyce Bartrug of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina; sisters Debbie Madsen of Myrtle Beach, Jill (Cliff) Enyeart of Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, and Joyce (Brian) Banks of Raeford; and brother Hugh (Lori) Barturg Jr. of Jefferson Hills, Pennsylvania.
Visitation will be held Saturday, April 28, 2018 1-3 p.m. at Crumpler Funeral Home, 131 Harris Avenue, Raeford.
The funeral with full military honors and Masonic Rites will follow at 3 p.m. at the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Dr. Steven Fitzgerald officiating.
Memorials may be made to, Masonic Home for Children, 600 College Street, Oxford, NC 275 65 or to, Raeford Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 1570, Raeford, NC or to Hospice Foundation of First Health, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374,

Grover E. Snider

Grover Eugene Snider of Welcome died April 23, 2018. He was born in Rowan County to Elma and Grover Snider on August 13, 1929. He was employed by Burlington Industries and retired from Binning's Building Products. 

He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Mary Lewis Snider; son, Lonnie Snider and wife, Debbie and grandson, Chris Snider; two stepsons, Doug Lambeth and wife, Rhonda, of Raeford,  and David Lambeth and wife Barbara of Lexington; step-grandsons, Ryan Lambeth and wife Haley of Beauford, South Carolina, Kyle Lambeth of Raeford, and Adam Lambeth and wife, Taylor, of Colorado Springs; and his loving dog, Mindy. 

At his request, there will not be a funeral. A gathering of family and friends will be held at Davidson Funeral Home in Lexington on Thursday, April 26, 2018 from 6-8 p.m. In keeping with Gene's giving nature, his organs were donated. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Greater Things Outreach Center, PO Box 37, Welcome, NC 27374, to help feed families in need. 

David K. Vest

David Kenneth Vest Sr., 79, of Raeford, formally of Watertown, New York, passed away April 5, 2018.

He was born in Watertown on July 1, 1938 to the late Adra J. and Agnes G. Beach Vest. He attended Watertown schools and worked in steel construction.  He married Patricia Hammond Castle and shared 30 years together. He will be missed and forever loved for his sense of humor and his caring ways. He will be especially missed by his grandson Dade, his "best buddy and pal" as David called him.

Besides his wife Patricia, he is survived by one daughter, Dawn Patchen (Larry); two sons,David Vest Jr., and Charles Vest (Daphanie); two stepdaughters, Stefanie Hoft (George), and Jennifer Hausler (Lonnie); one stepson, Paul Castle (Brenda); several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and five brothers-in-law and five sisters-in-law.

He was preceded in death by his son, William Vest and seven siblings.

Per his wish there will be no services. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the American Lung Association.

Services entrusted to Fayetteville Cremation Services.

Doris Turner

Doris Turner of Raeford passed away at her home on Monday, April 23, 2018 at the age of 83. 
She was born March 13, 1935 in Germany to the late Wilhelm Schoch and Emilie Wurst Schoch. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter Brittany Turner. 
She is survived by her husband Leabert Turner or Raeford; two sons, Ronald Turner and his wife Sandra of Rocky Top, Tennessee, and Kenny Turner and his wife Barbara of Raeford; three grandchildren, Rony Turner, Renee Turner and Erica Turner; and three great-grandsons Phoenix, Greylan, and Drayven. 
A graveside service will be held 4 p.m. Saturday, April 28, 2018 at LaFayette Memorial Park West in Fayetteville. 

Curtis L. Rich

Curtis L. Rich, 89, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2018 in his home.

He was born in Robeson County on December 22, 1928 to the late Linwood and Allie Musselwhite Rich. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and worked as a supervisor in textiles before retirement. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Katie B. Rich, a sister, Sophronia Taylor and two brothers, Odell Rich and Shelton Rich.

He is survived by his sons, Tony Rich and his wife Diane of Sparr, Florida, Paul Rich and wife Diane of Seattle, Washington; daughters, Sharon Skipper of  and Christi Ray, both of McColl, South Carolina; sisters, Margaret Levinson of Fayetteville and Myrna L. Phillips of Dublin; 10 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be 7-9 p.m. Monday, April 23, 2018 at Crumpler Funeral Home, Red Springs.

The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at Crumpler Funeral Home with Pastor Bob Schmidt officiating.

Burial will follow in Alloway Cemetery.

Condolences to the family may be made at www.crumplerfh.com

Services for the family are entrusted to Crumpler Funeral Home, 220 East 4^th Ave, Red Springs, NC 28377.

Edelgard Chavis

Edelgard Emma Brum Chavis of Raeford passed away on Thursday, April 12, 2018 at her home at the age of 78.
She was born in Germany on April 5, 1940 to the late Ewald Brum and Berta Manthee Brum. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billie Ray Chavis. She was loved by many.
She is survived by a daughter, Laura Chavis of Raeford; a granddaughter, Christine Price of Fayetteville; two great-grandchildren, Marleigh Champ and Ava Champ, both of Fayetteville; and a brother, Gunther Brum of Germany.
A private memorial service will be held later.

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