Obituaries

Daniel Clayton Griffin, Jr.

Daniel Clayton Griffin, Jr.

Nov 7, 2023

Daniel Clayton Griffin, Jr, 80, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at his home after a long illness.  

Daniel was born on July 16, 1943 in Fayetteville North Carolina to Daniel Clayton and Edna Odom Griffin.  He received a B.S. from East Carolina University in 1965.  While attending ECU he would meet Jency Ann Wellons, who would ultimately...

MSG (Ret.) Richard Rufus Brown

MSG (Ret.) Richard Rufus Brown

Nov 3, 2023

US Army MSG Ret., Richard Rufus Brown, 67, of Fayetteville, passed away on November 3, 2023.

He was born on June 27, 1956, in Charlotte, NC, to the late Peggy and Robert Brown.

Richard proudly served for over 25 years as a Special Forces soldier.  During this time, he was stationed all over the world.

He was a kind and...

Hilda Broglin Kirby

Hilda Broglin Kirby

Nov 3, 2023

Mrs. Hilda Broglin Kirby, 94, of Fayetteville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on November 3, 2023, at Heritage Place.Mrs. Kirby was born on February 4, 1929, in Harnett County.  She was predeceased by her mother, Mrs. Erma Wilson Broglin Plocke and her father, James D. Broglin.  She was also predeceased by her loving and beloved husband,...

Michael J. Hinton

Michael J. Hinton

Nov 3, 2023

Michael Joseph Hinton, 39, of Fayetteville, passed away November 3, 2023.

Services will be held at a later date in Kentucky.

He is survived by his daughter, Emberly Hinton.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Debby and Kenny.

 

Deon Malik Buchanan

Deon Malik Buchanan

Oct 14, 2023

Deon Malik Buchanan, who just turned 23 of Fayetteville, NC, passed on to his heavenly home on October 14, 2023.

Deon was born October 2, 2000, in Sanford, NC to Tabitha Buchanan and Mark Mack.

Deon attended Pine Forest High School. He played center on the Pine Forest Trojan football team. He was a graduate of the class of 2019....

Bobby Lee Brewer

Bobby Lee Brewer

Oct 11, 2023

Retired US Army SFC Bobby Lee Brewer, 92, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.

Bobby was retired from the US Army after 20 years of service, including tours in Korea, Dominican Republic, and Vietnam.  Following the military he worked for both Greyhound and the City of Fayetteville.  He was a member of Village Baptist Church.

Bobby is...

Bobbie Patricia Gann

Bobbie Patricia Gann

Oct 10, 2023

 

Bobbie Gann, 81, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

She was born in Perry, KY, on July 11, 1942, to the late Sim and Louise Bowling.

Bobbie was an animal lover, especially birds and cats. She was a great mother, grandmother, and person in all. She will be deeply missed by those who knew her.

Bobbie...

George Walker Bender

George Walker Bender

Oct 7, 2023

George Walker Bender, 83, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend died peacefully on October 7, 2023, after a brief illness.

A native and lifelong resident of Fayetteville, George graduated from Staunton Military Academy and later from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  Upon graduation, George joined his father as a pharmacist at Bender’s Drugs at various locations...

Barbara Neal Troutman

Barbara Neal Troutman

Oct 5, 2023

Barbara Joyce Troutman, 91, of Fayetteville, NC, passed on 5 October 2023, and she will be placed at Carolina Memorial Park, located in Concord, NC, next to the love of her life, Herman Lee Troutman Sr. (deceased).

Barbara was born on March 27, 1932, in Spartanburg Co, SC, and daughter of the late Sam, and Bessie Hayes Neal (deceased)....

Maurice L. Lancaster

Maurice L. Lancaster

Sep 28, 2023

Rev. Maurice L. Lancaster, 90, of Fayetteville, went home to be with his Lord, on Thursday, September 28, 2023.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at 10 am at Sullivan's Highland Chapel with Rev. Perry Roberts presiding. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.

Maurice is survived by his wife...

James Michael Todd

James Michael Todd

Sep 24, 2023

 

James Michael Todd, 62, of Eastover, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, William Vernon Todd Sr. and Florence Todd; brother, Allan Todd and wife Debra; nephew, Christopher Todd; paternal grandparents, Harry and Erma Todd; maternal grandparents, James and Anna Allen; and brother-in-law, Ray Faircloth.

He graduated from Pennsville High School in...

Elizabeth Bond Wooten

Elizabeth Bond Wooten

Sep 22, 2023

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – Elizabeth Bond Wooten passed away on September 22, 2023, at  her home at Carolina Inn Assisted Senior Living.

She was born on May 29, 1936, the only child of the late Allen Edens Bond and the late  Elizabeth McKellar Bond of Rowland, N.C. 

A former elementary school teacher in the Charlotte/Mecklenburg, Ft. Bragg and  Cumberland County school...

Samuel H. Meares

Samuel H. Meares

Sep 12, 2023

Samuel H. Meares, 97, of Fayetteville, passed away on September 12, 2023, at home. He was born in Mullins, SC on July 24, 1926, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Jefferson and Ruth Meares. Sam was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Laura Russell Meares and by their beloved son Jefferson S Meares II.

Sam grew up in Raleigh...

Phillip Muldrow, Jr.

Phillip Muldrow, Jr.

Sep 8, 2023

Retired US Army Sergeant Major Phillip Muldrow, Jr., 83, of Fayetteville, went home to be with his Lord on Friday, September 8, 2023.

A funeral service will be held Friday, 22 September 2023 at 12:00 pm at New Bethel AME Zion Church with Elder Chalmers McDougald presiding. The burial will follow at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery with military honors.

The...

Raymond M. Davis

Raymond M. Davis

Sep 7, 2023

Retired US Army Sergeant First Class Raymond M. Davis, 75, of Fayetteville, passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2023.

Ray was born in Camden, SC, to the late Benjamin and Bessie Davis.  He was drafted into the Army directly after high school and served his country in Vietnam.  He made a career of the military and retired after 22 years...

Della Mae Evans Fowler Mol

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

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

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

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

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...