Obituaries

Apr 27, 2025

On Sunday, April 27, 2025, Heaven received, with open arms, D’Arcy Cloniger (King) Matthews. Peacefully and lovingly, she left this plane and joined all of her other loved ones and family on the other side ~ surrounded by her family, she bravely released her earthly grip and flew high to her Heavenly Host..

D’Arcy Cloniger (King) Matthews...

Apr 24, 2025

Fayetteville

Mr. David Wayne Willoughby, 70, formerly of Holden Beach, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Valley Hospice House surrounded by his family.

Funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, April 27, 2025 at Dominion Fayetteville Christian Center, officiating will be Pastor Craig Autry and Pastor Jon...

Apr 23, 2025

Salemburg

Mr. William "Bill" Howard Sessoms, 77, of Salemburg, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at WakeMed in Raleigh.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Halls Methodist Church with Pastor Jennifer Wise officiating. Burial will follow at the Williams Spell Cemetery....

Apr 21, 2025

Stedman

Reuben Gene “The Legend” Johnson, 87 passed away on April 21, 2025, in Stedman, North Carolina.  Born on March 25, 1938 in Stedman, North Carolina.  Reuben lived a long and accomplished life rooted in dedication to his family and work.

Reuben devoted over five decades of his life to the field of bridge construction. ...

Apr 21, 2025

Clinton

Marion Carlos "Carlos" Hilton, 63, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025, at New Hanover Hospital in Wilmington, North Carolina. Born on March 11, 1962, in Clinton, she remained deeply connected to her hometown throughout her life.

Carlos was a proud graduate of Cary High School in Cary, North Carolina. She continued her education...

Apr 19, 2025

Mills River

Ms. Geneva Renee Daniels, 57 of Mills River, NC passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025 in Asheville.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, April 28, 2025 at Old Mill Church of God in Roseboro with Rev. Andy Wood officiating.

The family will receive friends at the...

Apr 14, 2025

Wade

Joel Daniel Royal June 16, 1938 – April 14, 2025 Joel Daniel Royal, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and decorated veteran, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 86 years old. Joel is survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Lenora Royal. Together, they built a...

Apr 12, 2025

Long Island, NY

Mr. Carl Hollingsworth, 86, was born on May 10, 1938 in Sampson County, NC.

He was the son of Odell and Emmaline Hollingsworth; He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Tom Hollingsworth.

He is survived by his wife, Norma of Long Island, NY; sons, Carl Hollingsworth, Jr....

Apr 11, 2025

Willie Lee Hart Warren ("Billie")

March 31, 1928 – April 11, 2025

Willie Lee Hart Warren, affectionately known as "Billie," passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025 in Thomasville, North Carolina, at the age of 97.

Born on March 31, 1928, in Oxford, North Carolina, Billie was a woman of immense talent, faith,...

Apr 10, 2025

In loving memory of Candace L. Peters. With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the life and legacy of Candace L. Peters, a devoted nurse, beloved wife, mother, aunt, and fierce nurturer of many, who passed away peacefully on Thursday April 10, 2025 at the age of 57.

The family will receive friends from 4:00...

Apr 4, 2025

Stedman

Mrs. Victoria Elizabeth (Powers) Allen, 68 of Stedman, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 4, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.

No Services will be held.

Mrs. Allen was born on April 8, 1956 in Oakland, Maryland. She was the daughter of Joseph and Mary...

Apr 4, 2025

Stedman

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved uncle, Jack Fairfield Crumpler, of Stedman, NC. He passed away peacefully on April 4,2025 at the age of 77.

A visitation will be held at 3:15 PM Sunday, April 13, 2025 with a Celebration of Life service to follow at 4:00 PM at Stedman...

Apr 4, 2025

Roseboro

Mr. James Jacob Deisher, 74 of Roseboro went home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 4, 2025 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

No services will be held at this time.

Mr. Deisher was a native of Reading, PA.  He was the son of the late Paul and Erna Deisher....

Mar 31, 2025

Stedman

Ms. Betty Catherine Williams McCall, 82 went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 31, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, April 3, 2025 at Cokesbury Methodist Church, officiating will be Rev. Andy Wood.  Burial will follow at McCall Family Cemetery.

Mar 29, 2025

Autryville

Mr. Danny Edward Strickland went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at Union Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Shawn Berryhill officiating. The burial will follow at the church cemetery....

Mar 28, 2025

Autryville

Mrs. Gwendolyn “Gwen” Elaine (Hall) Campbell, 77 of Autryville went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 28, 2025 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

No Service will be held at this time.

Mrs. Campbell was a native of Sampson County, the daughter of Harvey and Vernadell Hales Hall....

Mar 28, 2025

Roseboro

Mrs. Helen Elizabeth Bozeman Miller, 92 of Roseboro went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 28, 2025 at the Valley Hospice House in Fayetteville.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at Butler Funeral Home in Roseboro with Rev. Hampton Faircloth officiating.  Burial will...

Mar 28, 2025

Autryville

Ms. Doris Elestine Hall, 90 went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.

Funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Butler Funeral Home Chapel in Stedman, officiating will be Rev. Caleb Autry and Rev. Rufus Autry, Jr.  Burial...

Mar 26, 2025

Stedman

Patsy “Pat” Maxwell, 89, of Stedman, was called to her eternal home by her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

A service honoring Pat’s life will be held at 1:30 PM Monday, March 31, 2025, at Stedman Baptist Church, officiating will be Rev. James Atkinson.  A private burial will follow.

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Mar 25, 2025

Roseboro

Mrs. Juanita Aguilar Faircloth, 76, of Roseboro, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at Betsy Johnson Hospital.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Elizabeth Baptist Church with Reverend Michael Faircloth officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery.

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