Obituaries
James Kenneth Mason
Mar 24, 2026
James Kenneth Mason, 84, of St. Pauls, passed away peacefully on March 24th at his daughter’s home in Parkton.
Mr. Mason was born on August 14, 1941, in Boone, Virginia, to the late Utauka McDermet Mason and Elmer Mason. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Sharon Brochu.
He is survived by his loving wife, Annie Mason; four daughters, Jamie,...
Gary Marvin Bentley, Jr.
Mar 22, 2026
Gary “Marvin” Bentley, Jr., 78, of St. Pauls, NC, passed away on March 22, 2026.
Marvin was born on April 13, 1947, to the late Gary Bentley, Sr. and Evelyn Langley Bentley. He proudly served as a Vietnam Veteran and worked as a mechanic with the National Guard.
Marvin enjoyed farming, baling hay, and spending time outdoors—especially sitting and talking with his...
Debbie Joy Tart Wilson
Mar 14, 2026
Mrs. Debbie Joy Tart Wilson , age 67, of St. Pauls, North Carolina, passed away on March 14, 2026 at UNC Southeastern in Lumberton.
Debbie was born on October 15, 1958, in Robeson County, North Carolina, to the late Earl Tart, Jr. and the late Marylyn Louise Wilson Tart. She spent her life rooted in family and community and was known...
Mikey Lyn Locklear
Mar 11, 2026
Mikey Lyn Locklear of Shannon, North Carolina, was born in Robeson County, North Carolina, on July 23, 2002, and entered eternal rest on March 11, 2026. Mikey will always be remembered as a loving husband, son, brother, and best friend whose life touched many.
Mikey was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Mike Cranie; his maternal aunt, Whitney Locklear; his...
Gladys Susan Buie
Mar 4, 2026
Mrs. Gladys Susan Buie, 59, of St. Pauls, North Carolina, passed away on March 4, 2026, at Duke Hospice, Hock Family Pavilion in Durham, North Carolina.
Mrs. Buie was born on October 7, 1966 to the late Kistler Paul Buie and Patricia Anne (Stephens) Buie.
She was a loving mother and family member who cherished her time with those closest to her.
She...
Dr. Benjamin J. Martin, Jr.
Mar 1, 2026
Dr. Benjamin Joseph Martin, Jr., 73, of Parkton, North Carolina, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.
Born May 4, 1952, in Robeson County, NC, Dr. Martin was the son of Lucy Garner Smith Martin and the late Benjamin Joseph Martin, Sr.
Dr. Martin dedicated his life to faith, education, and service. He was a...
DeWayne Kirkland Pinsky
Feb 25, 2026
DeWayne Kirkland Pinsky, 61, of St. Pauls, North Carolina, passed away on February 25, 2026 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.
Born on April 14, 1964, in Hopkins County, Kentucky, DeWayne was the son of the late Paul Allen Hollis and Martha Marsh Pinsky. In addition to his parents, DeWayne is preceded in death by his adopted father, Robert...
Cindy Lou Haddock
Feb 21, 2026
Mrs. Cindy Lou (McDuffie) Haddock, age 65 of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.
Born on March 25, 1960, in Cumberland County to the late Charles W. and Edith G. McDuffie, Cindy was a woman of creativity, compassion, and quiet strength. She was known for her love of writing...
Denise Michelle Allen
Feb 19, 2026
Denise “Michelle” Britt Johnson Allen, age 63, of Parkton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026 at her residence.
Born on June 8, 1962, in Robeson County, Denise was the daughter of the late R.B. Britt and the late Bernice Norton Britt. She was a devoted and compassionate woman who dedicated her career to caring for others as a...
John Franklin Register
Feb 11, 2026
Mr. John Franklin Register, age 84, passed away peacefully February 11, 2026 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. He was born on May 26, 1941, in Bladen County, North Carolina.
John was a hardworking and dedicated man who spent his career as an industrial line worker with Burlington Mills. He was known for his kind heart, gentle spirit, and genuine love...
Craig Allen Horne
Feb 5, 2026
Craig Allen Horne, age 67, of Hope Mills, North Carolina, passed away on February 5, 2026, at his residence.
Born September 2, 1958, in Cumberland County, North Carolina, Craig was the son of the late Perry H. Horne and Lannie Scott Horne. He spent his life rooted in Cumberland County and worked with the Purolator Co. prior to retiring.
Craig was preceded...
Dorothy Cashwell Lawing
Feb 4, 2026
Dorothy Cashwell Lawing, 91, of Parkton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Valley Hospice House in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
Born on February 28, 1934, in Robeson County, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Purcell Cobb Cashwell and Sallie Belle Stephens Cashwell.
Dorothy dedicated her career to public service, working as a Town Clerk with the Government...
Joyce Jackson Bullard
Jan 30, 2026
Joyce J. Bullard, age 82, was born August 29, 1943 in Martin Co., North Carolina to the late, Cleo and Mildred Jackson and departed this life on January 30, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Bullard, and several siblings, including Frank Jackson, Peggy Ayers, and Bud...
Phyllis Council Simmons
Jan 30, 2026
Phyllis C. Simmons, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026. She was born and raised in Gray's Creek, where she learned the values of hard work, perseverance, and responsibility while growing up in a farming family. She was the daughter of Marvin and Mildred Council of St. Pauls. She was preceded in death by her parents,...
Lawrence Jackson, Sr.
Jan 26, 2026
Lawrence Jackson, Sr.
July 29, 1948 – January 26, 2026
Lawrence Jackson, Sr., of White Oak, North Carolina, was born July 29, 1948 in Robeson Co. and passed away on January 26, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved son of the late Asberry and Eula Parker Jackson and the devoted husband of Joan Britt Jackson,...
Marylou Johnson
Jan 24, 2026
Marylou Johnson, age 50, of St. Pauls, North Carolina, entered her eternal rest on Saturday, January 24, 2026. She was born on January 27, 1975, in Oakland, Maryland.
Marylou was known by all who loved her as a spunky, caring, and devoted woman who had a true passion for cooking and a heart that always put her family first. She was...
Derrick Van Linton, II
Jan 22, 2026
Derrick Van Linton II, of Burlington, North Carolina, was born to the late Victoria Lee Locklear and Derrick Van Linton on September 18, 1981, in Suffolk, County, New York. Derrick departed this life on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the age of 44, at his home in Alamance County, North Carolina.
Derrick was a graduate of East Alamance High School, Class...
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
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
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...
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