Rev. Hubert Cecil Ivey

Rev. Hubert Cecil Ivey 

May 16, 1934 – September 14, 2025

Rev. Hubert Cecil Ivey of St. Pauls, NC, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at the age of 91. He was born on May 16, 1934, to the late Henry M. and Janie Burke Ivey.

Cecil was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Walter Ivey and Durham Ivey; his sisters, Pauline Blackwell, Frances Jernigan, and Mildred Britt; his great-grandson, Tristan David Locklear; and his grandson-in-law, Daniel S. Locklear.

He leaves to cherish his memory his three children: Wanda Sayer and husband Russell of Four Oaks, NC; Edward Ivey and wife Angie of St. Pauls, NC; and Debby Malone and husband Billy of Lumber Bridge, NC. He is also survived by five grandchildren: Ashley, Amber and husband Kyle, Emily, Rusty and wife Khrystal, and Stephanie and husband Daniel. His legacy continues through eleven great-grandchildren: Destiny, Kalyez, Ka’Liyah, Nathan, Adaline, Payton, Chloe, Jett, Austin, Dylan, and Autumn. Also left to remember him fondly is the mother of his children, Mary Grace Ivey, along with several nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

Rev. Ivey began preaching at the remarkable age of 10 and remained a dedicated minister of the Gospel for 70 years. He was passionate about sharing the Word of God and helping others come to know Jesus. In his later years, he was often found witnessing to people in restaurants, retail stores, and wherever people gathered. A faithful servant of the Lord, he was a devoted member of The Life Center Church.

Cecil deeply loved his children and found immense joy in spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They were his pride and joy. While his earthly presence will be missed, Rev. Ivey is now rejoicing in Heaven’s eternal glory.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at The Life Center, located at 498 E. McDuffie Crossing Road, St. Pauls, NC. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM, with the service immediately following. Burial will take place at Oak Ridge Cemetery in St. Pauls, NC.

McNeill-Legacy Funeral Home is honored to serve the Ivey family.