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Elizabeth (Rivens)  Childress

Elizabeth (Rivens) Childress

Jan 1, 2024

Elizabeth Huberta Childress, 67, of Raeford, NC departed this life and went home to be with her Lord on January 1, 2024 at First Health Moore Regional Reid Heart Center.

Elizabeth was born in Washington DC on December 12, 1956 to the late Hubert D. Rivens and Hattie Mae Taylor. She was a devout...

Helen Cora Becker

Helen Cora Becker

Jan 1, 2024

Helen Cora Becker, 63, of Fayetteville, NC passed away on January 1, 2024 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

Helen was born in Washington DC on February 21, 1960 to the late Claire Cramer and Rose O’Connell.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband John Becker; son Johnathan Becker; and grandsons John Nappier...

Jayson "Jay" Joseph Ruiz

Jayson "Jay" Joseph Ruiz

Dec 30, 2023

Jayson “Jay” Ruiz, 61, of Parkton, North Carolina, passed away on December 30th, 2023, surrounded by his family.

Jay was born in New York on August 11th, 1961, to William “Bill” Ruiz and Carmen Ruiz.

He is survived by wife, Diana; mother, Carmen Ruiz; father, William Ruiz; sister Sandra Elissa Ruiz “Liza”; nephew Jaryde Slade;...

Irina Schura (Hoelzer)  Anderson

Irina Schura (Hoelzer) Anderson

Dec 27, 2023

Irina S. Anderson, 84, of Hope Mills, NC went home to be with her savior Wednesday, December 27,2023 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

Irina was born in Karlsruhe, Germany on May 24,1939 to Rudolf Hoelzer and Maria Schwefel. She is preceded in death by her husband, Michael Anderson, and her son, Marcus Anderson....

George Noble Gantt

George Noble Gantt

Dec 24, 2023

George Noble Gantt, 99, of Columbia, South Carolina, passed away on December 24, 2023, in Raeford, North Carolina. He was born on August 3, 1924. George was a hardworking and intelligent man who took pride in his achievements. He began his career working for USPS and later started a successful dry-cleaning business in Brooklyn, which expanded to Queens. Despite...

Melissa "Lisa" Ann Mcvickers

Melissa "Lisa" Ann Mcvickers

Dec 24, 2023

Melissa “Lisa” Ann McVickers, 61, of Parkton, North Carolina, passed away on December 24, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Lisa was born in Cumberland County on December 19, 1962 to the late Edgar Drake Johnson and Doris Ann Brisson.

She is survived by husband, Donald Trent McVickers; son, Dennis Matthew...

Deshawn Terrence Howard

Deshawn Terrence Howard

Dec 20, 2023

Deshawn Terrence Howard, 30, of Fayetteville, passed away in Fayetteville, NC on December 20, 2023.

Deshawn was preceded in death by his mother, Sarah Bulah.

He is survived by his parents Charles and Latarsha Howard; his children, Ja’Den, Blythe, Sora and Sky; his siblings, Kyrin, Dancia, Alicia, D’Quavion, Em’Danea, Zh’Dylian and Charlee; maternal grandfather, John...

Cindy Marie (Cook)  Locklear

Cindy Marie (Cook) Locklear

Dec 19, 2023

Cindy Marie Locklear, 63, of Fayetteville, NC went home to be with her savior Tuesday December 19, 2023 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center surrounded by her family.

Cindy was born in Scotland County, NC on October 30, 1960. She is preceded in death by her husband, Doug Truman, her Parents, Milton Smith and...

James Anthony Gray Sr.

James Anthony Gray Sr.

Dec 16, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for James Anthony Gray Sr.. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Lessie (Adams)  Bullard-Whaley

Lessie (Adams) Bullard-Whaley

Dec 15, 2023

In Loving Memory of Lessie Adams Bullard-Whaley

Lessie Adams Bullard-Whaley, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, peacefully departed this life and went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 15, 2023, at the age of 76. Born on March 30, 1947, Lessie's journey touched the hearts of those who knew and...

Gary Lee Edge

Gary Lee Edge

Dec 11, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Lee Edge, who departed from this world on December 11, 2023. He was born on August 20, 1978 to Carol Minnick and the late Roger K. Edge. His journey through life touched the hearts of all those that knew him.

Gary was...

Kevin Ira Maddox

Kevin Ira Maddox

Dec 8, 2023

Kevin Ira Maddox, 57, of Fayetteville, died in Moore County, NC on December 08, 2023.

Kevin was born in Fort Bragg, NC. on May 19, 1966 to Garcia Lee and Juanita Ruth Maddox. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his daughter, Diana Maddox, of Raeford, NC; two...

Delores Anne Holt

Delores Anne Holt

Dec 1, 2023

Delores Anne Holt, born July 20, 1937, in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed away on December 1, 2023, in Fayetteville, North Carolina after a prolonged illness. She was the beloved daughter of Mary and Bernard Cherneski and was preceded in death by her older siblings Rosemeri and Charlie.

Delores was the loving wife of Walter...

Todd Allan Behm

Todd Allan Behm

Nov 30, 2023

SSG E6, U.S.A. Army (Retired) Todd Allan Behm, 58, passed away unexpectedly in Fayetteville, North Carolina on 11/30/2023. He was born December 11, 1965, in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin to Marvin Behm and Frances LaChance, retired after 20 years of exemplary military service in the U.S. Army.

Todd graduated from Cambridge High School and...

Pedro Ramon Centeno-Morales

Pedro Ramon Centeno-Morales

Nov 30, 2023

SFC Pedro Ramon Centeno-Morales (US Army Retired), 73, passed peacefully on 30 November 2023. Born 19 October 1950 in Puerto Rico son to the late Pedro Centeno and Juana LaPorte. Destined to become a great leader, Mr. Centeno enlisted in the US Army on 10 November 1975 serving with the utmost distinction and honor for more...

Abram Dial

Abram Dial

Nov 29, 2023

Mr. Abram Dial, 79, of Maxton, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on November 29, 2023.

Abram was born on September 29, 1944 to the late Cleotis and Dovie Dial. Abram would be described by his family as a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. Those who knew him admired him...

Katherine Mary (Ruszczyk)  Raum

Katherine Mary (Ruszczyk) Raum

Nov 20, 2023

In Loving Memory of Katherine: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Katherine. She left this world on November 20, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and kindness. Katherine was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of all who knew her. The daughter of Frank and Kate Ruszczyk,...

Alice Thompson Benton

Alice Thompson Benton

Nov 18, 2023

Alice Thompson Benton, 85, of Fayetteville, went home to be with the Lord on November 18, 2023.

Alice was born in Saint Pauls, NC on January 29, 1938, daughter to the late James ‟JC” Council Thompson and Maggie Arnett Thompson. Along with her parents, Alice is proceeded in death by her husband Benny Benton...

Stephenie Lynn Hughes

Stephenie Lynn Hughes

Nov 17, 2023

Stephenie Lynn Hughes, 40, of Parkton, North Carolina, passed away at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center on November 17, 2023. Born on March 18, 1983 in Cumberland, NC, Stephenie was the daughter to the late George Hughes and Janee Welker.

Stephenie made a living as a construction worker, employed with Jackson Roofing. She had...

Cw4 James Gilbert Castillo (Ret)

Cw4 James Gilbert Castillo (Ret)

Nov 14, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Gilbert Castillo, born on July 29, 1948, in Los Angeles, California. Surrounded by the love of his family, James departed this world on November 14, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of courage, dedication, and unwavering love.

James, known to many as a...

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