Obituaries

Roy Rogers Bryant, Jr.

Roy Rogers Bryant, Jr.

Jan 22, 2026

Roy Rogers Bryant, Jr., was born January 22, 1985 in Cumberland Co. to Roy Rogers Braynt, Sr. and the late Linda Alice Bryant and departed this life on January 22, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

Roy was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Alice Bryant.

He is survived by his loving wife, Destiny Lee Bryant; his son, Roy Rogers...

Danvy Dewey Fisher

Danvy Dewey Fisher

Jan 19, 2026

Mr. Danvy Dewey Fisher, age 82, of St. Pauls, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026.

He was born on July 21, 1943, in Robeson County, North Carolina, to the late William Dewey Fisher and Mable Faircloth Fisher. Danvy worked for many years in the construction industry as a heavy equipment operator. He was a lifelong resident of Robeson...

Thomas Ellis Taylor

Thomas Ellis Taylor

Jan 18, 2026

Thomas (Tom) Ellis Taylor, age 85, of St. Pauls, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2026.

Born on December 12, 1940, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, Thomas was the son of the late Fred Taylor and Elizabeth Taylor. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his aunt, Ruby Livingston, and his son-in-law, Robert Taylor Jr.

Tom dedicated...

Sylvia Ann "Tina" Taylor

Sylvia Ann "Tina" Taylor

Jan 16, 2026

Sylvia Ann “Tina” Fendley Taylor, age 69, of Cumberland County, North Carolina, departed this life on January 16, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her loving husband and family.

Born on March 16, 1956, in Cumberland County, NC, Tina was the daughter of the late Walton Bruce Fendley and the late June Sylvia Fendley. She lived her life devoted to her...

Jessie L. Simpson

Jessie L. Simpson

Jan 15, 2026

Mrs. Jessie Lee Simpson, age 84, went to be with the Lord, our Savior, on Thursday, January 15, 2026.

Jessie was born to Aaron and Edith Hatchell Lee and grew up in Shannon, North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Gene Leroy Lee; and her beloved husband, Robert W. Simpson of Rhode Island.

Jessie was a devoted...

Syble Edwards Bunnell

Syble Edwards Bunnell

Jan 15, 2026

Syble Edwards Bunnell, age 96, of Parkton, North Carolina, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.

Born July 18, 1929, in Robeson County, North Carolina, she was the daughter of the late John C. Edwards and the late Almenia Holder Edwards. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Ainsleigh Wynn Britt

Ainsleigh Wynn Britt

Jan 13, 2026

Ainsleigh Wynn (Lewis) Britt was born on June 4, 2009 and left us all way too young, at the tender age of 16, on January 13, 2026. She was an amazing, beautiful daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, mother, wife, aunt, cousin and friend. Ainsleigh attended Liberty Christian Academy until eighth grade and recently went back to school through Penn Foster online...

Glenda Smith

Glenda Smith

Jan 9, 2026

Glenda Smith, age 82 of St. Pauls, NC was born September 30th, 1943 to the late Herman and Lillie Smith, and departed this life January 9th, 2026 at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, NC.

In addition to her parents, Glenda is preceded in death by her husband, David Smith Sr.; and her son, David Smith Jr.

Glenda leaves to cherish her memories...

Maria Natividad Garcia Garcia

Maria Natividad Garcia Garcia

Jan 2, 2026

La Sra. Maria Garcia García, de 49 años de edad y residente de Lumberton, Carolina del Norte, partió a la presencia del Señor el viernes 2 de enero de 2026 en UNC Southeastern, en Lumberton. Nació el 28 de mayo de 1976 en Veracruz, México.

Maria fue una esposa dedicada, una madre amorosa y una orgullosa abuela. Dedicó su vida a cuidar de...

George Broughton Hall, III

George Broughton Hall, III

Dec 29, 2025

George B. Hall III, age 75, of Bladen County, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Born on May 28, 1950 in Robeson County, North Carolina, he was the son of the late George B. Hall Jr. and Edna Singletary Hall. George worked many years in agriculture and farming, a profession he...

John Clay Carter

John Clay Carter

Dec 28, 2025

Mr. John Clay Carter, age 51, of Parkton, formerly of Fayetteville, North Carolina, was born on April 11, 1974, and passed away on December 28, 2025. He was a graduate of Terry Sanford High School and proudly served his country as a United States Army veteran.

He is survived by his loving mother, Jennifer Carter; his brother, Bryan Carter; and his...

Carey Elizabeth Rice

Carey Elizabeth Rice

Dec 27, 2025

Carey Elizabeth Rice passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 27, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Throughout her journey, Carey displayed incredible courage and unwavering hope. She fought with determination and grace and often stated that, regardless of her sickness, she was in God’s perfect will and that He had a plan for her.

Born June 9, 1978, in Robeson...

Rosa Lee Harrelson

Rosa Lee Harrelson

Dec 26, 2025

Rosa Lee Harrelson, age 80 of Piedmont, SC, was born May 16, 1945 in Robeson Co., NC to the late Fred and Gertrude Harrelson and departed this life December 26, 2025 at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital in Greenville, SC.

In addition to her parents, Rosa is preceded in death by her husband, Johnson Smith; one son, Joe Britt, Jr.; and...

Samuel "Sammy" Morris Pearce

Samuel "Sammy" Morris Pearce

Dec 22, 2025

Samuel “Sammy” Morris Pearce, age 65, of Grover, North Carolina, formally of St. Pauls departed this life on December 22, 2025, at his home.

Sammy was preceded in death by his mother, Helen Pearce.

He is survived by his father, William Franklin Pearce, Sr.; his brother, William “Billy” Pearce, Jr. (Lorie); his sister, Deborah Pearce Ratley (Daniel); and four nieces, Amanda Pearce...

Shauna Revels Locklear

Shauna Revels Locklear

Dec 21, 2025

Shauna Revels Locklear, age 55, of Pembroke, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, at Lower Cape Fear Lifecare in Whitesville, North Carolina.

Shauna was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. She attended The University of North Carolina at Pembroke and attended Bear Swamp Baptist Church in her youth.

She was preceded in death by her father, Billy Dean...

Kristyn Jackson Beck

Kristyn Jackson Beck

Dec 19, 2025

Kristyn Jackson Beck, age 51, of St. Pauls, was born on September 6, 1974, in Moore County to Janice Lucille Creekmore and the late Arthur Lloyd Jackson. She departed this life on December 19, 2025, at Duke University Medical Center in Durham.

Kristyn was preceded in death by her father, Arthur Lloyd Jackson.

She leaves to cherish her memory her mother, Janice...

Frances Kay Billingsley

Frances Kay Billingsley

Dec 18, 2025

Frances Kay Billingsley, age 79, of St. Pauls, was born October 29, 1946, in Robeson County to the late Henry Britt and Evelyn Walters. She departed this life on December 18, 2025, at her residence.

Frances was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Evelyn.

Frances leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband, Alvin Billingsley; one son, Alvin “Butch” Billingsley,...

Connie Bryant Boutselis

Connie Bryant Boutselis

Dec 18, 2025

Connie Bryant Boutselis was born December 30,1953. She was preceded in death by her parents Samuel & Lula Bryant. She went home to be with the Lord on December 18, 2025 with family by her side.

Left to cherish her memories are her high school sweetheart and husband of 53 years, Christopher Boutselis. Her daughter Alison Boutselis Collins (Jamie), Kaitlyn Morgan...

Richard Jurdon Dean

Richard Jurdon Dean

Dec 13, 2025

Richard Jurdon Dean, age 78, of St. Pauls, NC, passed away peacefully at his residence on December 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 9, 1947, to the late Elias and Doris Dean.

Richard proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, retiring after 20 years of dedicated service as a Master Sergeant (MSGT)....

Cindy Anderson Cooper

Cindy Anderson Cooper

Dec 3, 2025

Cindy Anne Cooper, 53, passed away peacefully at her home on December 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Johnny and Carolyn Anderson, and her mother-in-law, Patsy Cooper.

Cindy was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and...