Obituaries

Percy Wells (PW) Jessup, Jr.

Percy Wells (PW) Jessup, Jr.

Jul 31, 2023

 

Dr. Percy Wells Jessup, Jr. (PW) passed away on July 31, 2023, at The North Carolina State Veterans Home in Fayetteville, N.C.  He was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend. He 

practiced dentistry In Fayetteville for more than 50 years. Many of those years alongside his lifelong friend and dental school classmate, Joel Hedgecoe.

PW was the...

Curtis Lee Heldreth

Curtis Lee Heldreth

Jul 30, 2023

Major (Retired) Curtis Lee Heldreth, 75, passed away July 30, 2023, in Fayetteville, NC, after an extended illness.Born and raised in Clarksburg, WV, he was the oldest of 5 children born to the late Walter Heldreth (two-time Purple Heart recipient from WWII) and Jeneva Ruth Rogers.

Curt was a graduate of Washington Irving High School, earned a bachelor’s degree from...

Frank James Britt

Frank James Britt

Jul 26, 2023

 

Frank James Britt, 75, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, with his loving family at his side.

He was born in Robeson County on November 10, 1947, to the late Joe Henry and Gracie Frances Britt. He is also preceded in death by his brother Robert Henry Britt and sister Debra Hair.

Frank proudly served in...

Norma Newton Smith

Norma Newton Smith

Jul 17, 2023

Norma Newton Smith, 87, of Fayetteville, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, July 17, 2023.

Norma is survived by her daughter, Kathy Smith of Fayetteville.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Ruby Newton; and her husband, Richard W. Smith.

Services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may...

Sonia Rios-Baéz

Sonia Rios-Baéz

Jul 15, 2023

Sonia Noemi Rios Baez, 63, passed away in her home in Fayetteville, NC on Saturday, July 15, 2023. She bravely fought a hard battle against cancer and never gave up hope. Her family is deeply grateful for how long she held on and for the additional memories they were able to share with her because of her immense strength and...

Mary Inez Frankenberg

Mary Inez Frankenberg

Jul 10, 2023

 

Mary Inez Frankenberg, 80, of Fayetteville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 10, 2023.

Inez is survived by her children, Barry, Roger Jr., Tom, Donna Sue (Carlton), her little boy Rodney Wayne (Sheri), and Brenda Lee; bonus children, Darell, Robert, Wade, Pauline, Melinda, Delbert, Sam (Sue); one brother, Albert Lowe, Jr.; niece, Tracy Willey (Ed)...

Jan Wiatr

Jan Wiatr

Jul 9, 2023

US Army SFC (Ret) Jan Wiatr

Jan Wiatr, a long time resident of Fayetteville and Polish native, passed away peacefully on July 9th 2023 at his home at the age of 96.

He became a Lodge Act enlistee during 1952 serving in what is now known as America’s Foreign Legionnaires before volunteering for Special Forces. Jan proudly served in 77th...

John D. Ezzelle

John D. Ezzelle

Jul 7, 2023

 

Marcia B. Ezzelle (88) and John D. Ezzelle, Sr. (92), passed away on July 6 and July 7, 2023, respectively. 

Marcia was a Registered Nurse until she decided to stay home and raise their five children.  She enjoyed being outdoors, especially sitting in her swing.

John was a Shriner for over 60 years.  He retired from Carolina Telephone/Sprint after...

Marcia B. Ezzelle

Marcia B. Ezzelle

Jul 6, 2023

 

Marcia B. Ezzelle (88) and John D. Ezzelle, Sr. (92), passed away on July 6 and July 7, 2023, respectively. 

Marcia was a Registered Nurse until she decided to stay home and raise their five children.  She enjoyed being outdoors, especially sitting in her swing.

John was a Shriner for over 60 years.  He retired from Carolina Telephone/Sprint after...

Angela A. Dial

Angela A. Dial

Jul 4, 2023

 

Angela A. Dial, 59, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.

She was born on July 6, 1963, to the late Richard and Billie Avila.  Also preceding her in death was her sister, Cathy Palaita; and uncle, Reggie Starrett.

Angela loved music, especially playing the piano.  She enjoyed cooking for family and church functions.  Her snowman and...

Nixon P. Smith

Nixon P. Smith

Jul 2, 2023

Nixon Pierce Smith was born in Roseboro, NC to Harvis and Mable Giles Smith on December 14, 1940. He was preceded in death by his parents, his maternal grandparents, Frederick and Molly Lee Giles, and his paternal grandparents, Edmon and Dolly Barnes Smith, who played a significant role in serving Mt. Elam Baptist Church.

To the blessing of his family...

Janet F. Leith

Janet F. Leith

Jun 30, 2023

Janet Fritts Leith, aged 68, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023, in the comforting presence of her beloved family members. 

A memorial service will be held to honor and celebrate Janet's remarkable life on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at 1 pm in Sullivan's Highland Chapel with Rev. Floyd Benfield presiding.  The family will speak to friends following the service.

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Frederick R. Frueauff IV

Frederick R. Frueauff IV

Jun 17, 2023

Fred Frueauff,  age 87, formerly of Morrilton, AR, passed away on June 17, 2023, at Whispering Pines Nursing Home in Fayetteville NC.  He was born March 19, 1936, in Tulsa OK, the son of Harry Day Frueauff, Jr. and Jan Trimble Frueauff.

Fred was a 1954 graduate of Columbia Military Academy, Columbia TN, and earned his BS in Industrial Management...

Judy Butler Robinson

Judy Butler Robinson

Jun 12, 2023

 

Mrs. Judy Butler Robinson, 82, of Fayetteville, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, June 12, 2023.

Judy was born and raised in Gray’s Creek and was the daughter of William Gordon Butler and Mildred Lewis Butler.   She spent a decade in Florida in the 60’s prior to returning to Fayetteville to start and raise a family...

Roger Dale Holmes

Roger Dale Holmes

Jun 11, 2023

Roger Dale Holmes, born on May 27, 1953 (70) died on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at his home in Gray’s Creek, North Carolina with family by his side. Born in Sampson County to George and Bessie Holmes, Roger was the sixth of seven children, the baby boy, and some would say the favorite. They were a family of humble sharecroppers,...

Linda Crenshaw Godwin

Linda Crenshaw Godwin

Jun 8, 2023

 

Mrs. Linda Crenshaw Godwin, 75, of St. Pauls passed away at her home on Thursday, June 8, 2023.

She was born in Parkton, NC on June 2, 1948, to the late Alice & Max Crenshaw. She was proceeded in death by her loving husband, Richard Vance Godwin, and her sister, Patsy Crenshaw Long.

Linda loved being at the beach,...

William D. Penvose

William D. Penvose

Jun 7, 2023

William D. Penvose of Hope Mills, NC, passed away on June 7th, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Stephanie Penvose and his children, Brandon Cole Penvose, Amber Bridges-Penvose, and Andrew Joseph Penvose;  also surviving are his grandchildren, Calum Penvose, Kaiden Penvose, Hunter Bridges, Allison Penvose, Elizabeth Holden, and Annsley Penvose; his brother, John Penvose Jr. and sister, Patricia Hill (George); and also...

Lewis Joseph Scheib

Lewis Joseph Scheib

Jun 6, 2023

Mr. Lewis Joseph Scheib, a resident of Fayetteville, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at the age of 81. Mr. Scheib was born on April 8, 1942, in Darby, Pennsylvania to Vincent and Margaret Scheib who have both preceded him in death.Lewis honorably served his country as a member of the United States Navy during the Vietnam War....

Haley Elizabeth Knight

Haley Elizabeth Knight

Jun 5, 2023

Haley Elizabeth Knight, 35, of Fayetteville, went to be with her Lord Jesus on early Monday, June 5, 2023. She passed away peacefully at home.

She was born in Fayetteville on September 9, 1987, to Judilyn and the late Thomas Knight. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Clay Knight; aunts, Karen Hammonds; uncle, Dennis Hatfield; and the...

Aaliyah N. Santos

Aaliyah N. Santos

May 23, 2023

Aaliyah N. Santos, 19, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023.

At the request of her family, all services are private.