Obituaries
Della Mae Evans Fowler Mol
Aug 31, 2023
Della Mae Evans Fowler Mol, 85, of Durham, previously of Fayetteville, passed away August 31, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her first husband Vance G. Fowler.
Della was a long-time member of Highland Presbyterian Church. She taught Home Economics in the North Carolina school district for over 20 years. She was a loving mother and grandmother who...
Sandra Johnson Dockery
Aug 30, 2023
Ms. Sandra Johnson Dockery, 66, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023.
Sandra is survived by her mother, Helen Johnson; sister, Debra Johnson; brother, David Johnson and wife Donna; and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be private.
Sandra had a big heart and will be missed.
Sherman Earl Holt
Aug 26, 2023
Sherman Earl Holt of Fayetteville, NC had his Homegoing into the arms of his Lord Jesus on August 26, 2023 - exactly 7 years to the date of the passing of his beloved wife, Anne Olivia Bowen. They enjoyed 52 years of marriage together, as well as owned & operated Kitchen Kreations, based in Westwood Shopping Center for 33 years.
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Doris Mercer Guyton
Aug 20, 2023
Doris Mercer Guyton, 87, of Fayetteville, passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023.
She was a member of Cedar Falls Baptist Church for over forty years. Many years were dedicated to Cumberland County Schools as a Substitute Teacher. She was also involved in numerous organizations, some of which include Shrinettes, Red Hats, and Gold Wives.
She was born in...
LTC (Ret) William "Bill" Isaac Cecil
Aug 19, 2023
US Army LTC (ret) William “Bill” Cecil, 92, of Fayetteville, passed away August 19, 2023.
He proudly served multiple tours during the Vietnam war. After his retirement he traveled the world with his dear friend, Ingelore Holthe.
He was born January 27, 1931, in Denver, CO to the late Harley and Sarah Cecil. Also preceding him in death was...
Rother Walston Ferrell
Aug 18, 2023
Rother Walston Ferrell, 38, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023.
Walston was a graduate of both Pine Forest Senior High School and Old Dominion University. He was an exceptional soccer player at both and with the 1984 Fayetteville Force Select team that won five state championships. He stayed very active in the sport by continuing to play...
Rosalina Moore
Aug 18, 2023
Rosalina Moore, a vibrant soul who touched the hearts of many, passed away in Hope Mills, North Carolina. She was born to Carmen Lydia and Carlos Gonzalez, and she embraced life with an enthusiasm that inspired all who knew her. Rosalina's journey was filled with love, laughter, and a commitment to making the world a brighter place. An army veteran,...
Ralph Helmuth Steding
Aug 17, 2023
Lt. Colonel Ralph H. Steding, 83, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Thursday, August 17th ,2023 at Womack Army Hospital, NC. He was born on November 24th, 1939, in Breman, Germany, the son of Ferdinand Albert and Marie Steding. He was a US Air Force veteran where he served for 27 years.
Ralph was preceded in death by his...
Marie Newcomb Futrell
Aug 10, 2023
Marie Newcomb Futrell, 91, died peacefully and went to her heavenly home Thursday, August 10, 2023, in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
Marie was born on November 25, 1931, in Greene County, NC to Leslie Newcomb and Margaret Parris Newcomb. She was a 1949 graduate of Snow Hill High School and a 1952 graduate of Carolina General Nursing School in Wilson,...
David Gatewood
Aug 9, 2023
David Gatewood, 87, of Eastover, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at his home.He is a U.S. Army veteran where he served for 22 years. He later worked at MJ Soffe for 25 years.He was born and raised at Ft. Defiance, AZ, near Navajo Indian Reservation where he attended Ganado Missionary School. This is where he met the love...
Michelle Alisha Fortson
Aug 8, 2023
Ms. Michelle Alisha Fortson, 30, of Raeford, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.
Michelle is survived by her daughter, Marie Lachel Pittman; her parents, Maurice and Denise Fortson and Manuela Hobelsberger; siblings, Edward and Geneva Chrisman; uncles, Rick Fortson (Shena) and Otha Goerke (Gaby); and several cousins.
The family will receive friends on Friday, August 25, 2023, beginning at...
Sharon "Sher" Bynum
Aug 8, 2023
Sharon "Sher" Bynum, 71, of Stedman, passed away on August 8, 2023.
She was born on December 29, 1951, to the late Marjorie and Marlin Sampson. Also preceding her in death was her stepfather, Herb Vonderembse; son, Scott Jackson; and grandson, Garrett Bynum.
Sharon enjoyed being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and taking care of her many animals....
Heather Marie Stewart
Jul 31, 2023
Ms. Heather Marie Stewart, 44, of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023.
Heather worked for Autism Therapeutic Services as a parent support coordinator. She was a strong pillar in her community and will be missed.
Heather is survived by her father, Eddy Stewart; sister, Jessica Stewart; and nephew, Desmond Stewart-Young.
She was preceded in death by her mother,...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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