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Richard Lamb

Richard Lamb

Jan 16, 2025

Richard Lamb, 71, of Fayetteville, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2025 in his home. 

Richard was born in Cumberland County, NC on September 25, 1953 to the late Betty Bullard. 

Richard worked in sheet rock his whole life. He lived to fish, loved his family, and his children. His mother was his best friend. He will be greatly missed by his family...

Robert Earl Capps, Sr.

Robert Earl Capps, Sr.

Jan 7, 2025

Robert Earl Capps, Sr. 

Born March 31, 1936, in Rockfish, North Carolina to Frances Braddy and Milton Earl Capps. Earl attended Hoke County High School and married Edna Marie Cummings on October 31, 1963, in Jacksonville, NC. They remained happily married until her death on April 3, 2017. Earl died peacefully in his home on January 7, 2025, under the patient...

Carrie Lee Brewer

Carrie Lee Brewer

Jan 5, 2025

Arrangements will be announced by LaFayette Funeral Home.

Andrew Carl Senn

Andrew Carl Senn

Jan 1, 2025

Andrew Carl Senn, 77, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

Born in Pittsburgh, PA, on October 18, 1947, Andrew was the beloved son of the late Andrew Vincent Senn and Martha Ullman Senn. He proudly served his country as a Vietnam Veteran after being drafted into the U.S. Army in 1967....

MAJ Thomas Kern Jones (Ret)

MAJ Thomas Kern Jones (Ret)

Dec 29, 2024

MAJ Thomas Kern Jones, (Ret), of Fayetteville passed away Sunday, December 29, 2024 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center at the age of 74.

Thomas was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Thomas William Jones and Alta Jean Forrest Jones. Thomas planned from an early age to enlist in the US Army and make it his career. After his retirement...

Henry Michael Davis

Henry Michael Davis

Dec 29, 2024

Our beloved Henry Michael Davis, 69 days old fell asleep in the arms of Jesus, Sunday, December 29, 2024 in Duke University Hospital.

Henry fought so hard just like his twin brother Christopher. They are now reunited and spending time with their grandmother, Jennifer Smith, aunt, Jaden Smith and 3 grandfathers who preceded them in death. 

He is survived by his parents,...

SFC Thogarma Manuel Manzo (Ret)

SFC Thogarma Manuel Manzo (Ret)

Dec 22, 2024

SFC. Thogarma Manuel Manzo, ‟Toty”, passed on to be with the Lord on the morning of Sunday, December 22, 2024 in Fayetteville, N.C. He was born on September 27, 1973, in Guayaquil, Ecuador to Elena Maria Esparza and Jose Isaias Manzo. 

He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for 20 years and completed four deployments to both Iraq and...

Cyrus William Wood III

Cyrus William Wood III

Dec 21, 2024

Cyrus William Wood III, 62, of Saint Pauls passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024 in Duke University Hospital. 

Cyrus was born in Robeson County, NC on March 19, 1962, son to the late Cyrus William Wood Jr. and Virginia Josephine Perry Wood. 

He joined the US Navy serving from September 1980 to August 1992. After his Military service, he became an independent...

Garry Allen Franklin

Garry Allen Franklin

Dec 18, 2024

Garry Allen Franklin, 61, of Fayetteville, North Carolina Passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Garry Allen Franklin was born on June 27, 1963 in Xenia, Ohio. He was born to Stanley Gordon Franklin and Beatrice Short Franklin. He grew up in Loveland, Ohio and graduated from Loveland High School in 1981. After he...

CSM Gary Lynn Boone (Ret)

CSM Gary Lynn Boone (Ret)

Dec 15, 2024

Command Sergeant Major Gary L. Boone, USA, Ret., age 84, died at his home on the morning of December 15, 2024, after a sudden decline in health.

CSM Boone was born on August 6, 1940, in the small town of Bowie, Texas, as the world teetered on edge of what would become World War II. 

His parents were Glenn Boone and Edith...

MAJ Alexander Ryan Wingate

MAJ Alexander Ryan Wingate

Dec 9, 2024

Major Alexander (Alex) Ryan Wingate, 37, of Cameron, NC, passed away on December 9, 2024. Born in Mesa, Arizona on October 29, 1987, Alex was a loving husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He lived a life full of purpose, adventure, and deep love for those around him.

Alex was dedicated to a life of service. After graduating from the United...

Odd Franklin (Frank) Holstead

Odd Franklin (Frank) Holstead

Dec 3, 2024

Odd Franklin (Frank) Holstead passed this life on Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024. He was 85 years old.

Frank was born on January 12, 1939, in Wilmette, Illinois, to Sverre and Margot S. Holstead (‘nee Berg). Frank joined the United States Army at 16 years old and served from 18 January 1956, through 14 January 1959. While stationed in Berlin, Germany (Andrews...

Rafael Lebron

Rafael Lebron

Dec 1, 2024

Rafael Lebron, 48, of Fayetteville, Passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024 in his home. 

Rafael was born in Hartford, Connecticut on November 14, 1976 to Rafael Carmelo and Carmen Feliciano. He worked as an installer in networking and was very intelligent with Tech stuff. Rafael loved animals to include his dogs Jasmine and Aurora, was a fan of Hockey and Baseball,...

Sara Lett

Sara Lett

Nov 28, 2024

Sara Lett, 80, of Fayetteville, North Carolina passed away on November 28, 2024, Thanksgiving Morning, at Village Green Health and Rehabilitation Center. 

Sara was born on December 11, 1943 in North Carolina to the late John David Pate and Elizabeth Smith. In life, she would go on to become a nurse for over 20 years, working at facilities such as Cape...

Ernest Herman Krause

Ernest Herman Krause

Nov 26, 2024

Ernest Krause, 55, beloved Father and Son, was called to his eternal resting place on November 26, 2024. He entered this world on July 19, 1969 in Lumberton, NC, son of Herman and Linette Krause. He is survived by his daughter, Tiffany Krause; grandson, Skyler Smith; adopted son, Christopher Krause; and grandson Finley Krause. 

A memorial service will be held on...

James A. Grimsley

James A. Grimsley

Nov 25, 2024

Mr. James A. Grimsley Sr., 87, passed away Monday, November 25 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

James was born in Cumberland County, NC on November 12, 1937, son to the late James Davis Grimsley and Marie Hicks Grimsley. James served in the US Navy and owned a produce stand in Fayetteville until retirement. Along with his parents, he is preceded...

Luon Daniel Bass Sr.

Luon Daniel Bass Sr.

Nov 24, 2024

Luon Daniel Bass Sr., 44, of Fayetteville, NC passed away on November 24, 2024.

Luon was born September 18, 1980 to Luon Bass and Margaret Stedman. He enjoyed going fishing and spending time with his children, whom he loved dearly. He was known to be a hard worker and worked in the carpentry business. His family loves and misses him very...

CSM James Bradley Handley Jr. (Ret)

CSM James Bradley Handley Jr. (Ret)

Nov 23, 2024

Command Sergeant Major James Bradley Handley Jr was born on March 24, 1945, in the United States Naval Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia. He joined the United States Army on July 20, 1965. His military service spanned thirty years active duty including three tours in Vietnam, Korea, Desert Shield & Desert Storm. Twenty-five of his thirty years were spent assigned to...

Alicia Aguirre

Alicia Aguirre

Nov 17, 2024

Alicia Aguirre Ruiz, 71, of Fayetteville passed away Sunday, November 17, 2024 in her home surrounded by her family.

Alicia was born in Mexico on December 26, 1952, daughter to the late Jesus Aguirre and Isidra Ruiz. After High School, she obtained her Bachelors degree and taught school until her retirement. Her absence will be greatly felt by her family and...

Patricia Ann Hopkins

Patricia Ann Hopkins

Nov 14, 2024

Patricia Ann Hopkins, a woman of profound faith and unwavering commitment to her community, was born on June 30, 1944, to the late Edith Zeigler in Washington, DC. She was 80 when she entered eternal rest on November 14, 2024, at Woodmont Nursing Home in Fredericksburg, VA. Her life was a shining example of service, compassion, and faith, particularly in...

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