Mary Earlene Alt
May 8, 2026
Mary Earlene Alt, a woman whose life was touched by grace, faith, and an unwavering devotion to family, passed away peacefully at her home on May 8, 2026, with her beloved daughter Kathelyn Denman by her side. Born Mary Earlene Steinkamp on October 14, 1936, in Evansville, Indiana, she grew into a pillar of strength and warmth, embodying the spirit...
Lindsay MacLean Strickland II
May 7, 2026
Mr. Lindsay MacLean Strickland II, 37, of Wade, NC, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026, surrounded by family at Wake Med Hospital in Raleigh. Known as MacLean and sometimes affectionately as "Big Mac", he was born April 25, 1989.
MacLean was preceded in death by grandparents Mary Ann Strickland; Albert (Buddy) and Cora Atkinson; as well as his aunt, Wanda...
Alma Jane Lohela
May 5, 2026
Alma Jane Lohela, age 95, of Gulf Breeze, Florida, formerly of Fayetteville, NC passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026.
Born on June 13, 1930 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Alma lived a full and vibrant life marked by her dedication to family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Arvo E. Lohela.
Left to cherish her memory are her...
Jacqueline Dalton
May 4, 2026
Jacqueline Dalton, a beloved member of her community known for her generous spirit and lively sense of humor, passed away peacefully at her home on May 4, 2026. Born on August 4, 1942, in Vonges, France, Jacqueline led a life marked by warmth, dedication, and deep cultural appreciation.
Jacqueline’s journey began in the picturesque village of Vonges, and her life took...
Ret. CW4 David Howard Sanders
Apr 30, 2026
David Sanders, 84, passed away on April 30, 2026. Born March 20, 1942 in Conway South Carolina.
David honorably served in the United States Army for 27 years. During which he served in both the Vietnam War and the Persian Gulf War. During his many years of service he served with distinction earning the Bronze Star and Air Medals .
He is...
Gloria Senie Rhoden
Apr 29, 2026
Gloria Senie Rhoden, a woman of indomitable spirit and deep faith, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center after a brief illness. Born on December 31, 1954, Gloria lived a life marked by her strong mind and unwavering will, guided always by her spiritual devotion and God-fearing nature.
Gloria's presence was one of strength and...
Sandra Ann Scheer
Apr 21, 2026
Sandra Ann Scheer, affectionately known as Sandy, passed away on April 21, 2026, leaving behind a tapestry of rich memories woven through her eighty-six vibrant years. Born on July 17, 1939, in Alton, Illinois, Sandy’s journey was marked by a radiant spirit and an enduring commitment to those she loved.
For more than three and a half decades, Sandy dedicated herself...
Marshall H. Waren
Apr 6, 2026
Marshall Hughes Waren, a devoted follower of Jesus Christ, loving husband, father, grandfather, and faithful servant to his community, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Easter Monday, April 6, 2026, at the age of 76.
Born on July 14, 1949, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Marshall was the son of Helen and George Ed Waren. He was preceded...
Larry Geddie McPhail
Apr 3, 2026
Larry Geddie McPhail, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, at the Hock Family Pavilion, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 8, 1940, in Eastover, North Carolina, Larry lived a life marked by quiet dedication, hard work, and deep love for his family.
Larry spent his professional career as an engineer for...
Aaron Strother
Mar 24, 2026
Aaron Strother, 32, of Fayetteville passed away on March 24, 2026.
Aaron was born in Wurzburg, Germany on April 2 ,1993 to Robbi Cole Strother and Kevin Strother. He is preceded in death by his father, Kevin Strother.
Aaron was a man of many layers, known to his wife as an "adorable mountain man" who navigated life with the creative heart of...
Lynne Woods
Mar 20, 2026
Lynne Woods passed away on the first day of her favorite season, Spring, at Cape Fear Valley Hospital, surrounded by love and prayer. Lynne was born April 26th, 1935, in Camden, NJ to Merriman and Rachel Riefler. She grew up in Haddonfield, NJ and spent idyllic summers on Kellows Pond in Honesdale, PA with her beloved Aunt and Uncle. Lynne...
Robert "Bob" Sweeting, Sr.
Mar 16, 2026
Robert Edward Sweeting Sr., lovingly known as “Bob,” passed away peacefully at his home on Monday March 16, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, loyalty, and deep connection with those around him. He was born on October 12, 1954, in the Bronx, New York, and was raised in Elizaville, New York.
Bob was a devoted husband to his beloved wife,...
Stephanie Ruth Crist Bowers
Mar 15, 2026
Stephanie Ruth Crist Bowers, fondly known as "Nana" and "Kitty Granny", passed away peacefully on March 15, 2026. Born on January 16, 1948, in Lynchburg, Virginia, Stephanie’s life was a testament to devotion—both to her family and to her community.
Stephanie’s passion for real estate and property management spanned over 30 remarkable years, a career she embraced with dedication and love....
Carla Renee Crider
Mar 11, 2026
Carla Renee Crider, a radiant soul whose warmth touched everyone around her, left this world on March 11, 2026, at Duke University Hospital. Born on January 21, 1970, in Greene County, Tennessee, Carla lived a life that was as vibrant and full of love as her personality.
Well-loved by those fortunate enough to know her, Carla was an outgoing spirit who had an...
Mary Harrison Hall
Mar 4, 2026
Mary Harrison Hall, 85, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on March 4, 2026. She was born on December 8, 1940, to Melda and Rupert Harrison in Fayetteville, NC. GrandMary, as she was affectionately known, was a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill’s nursing program. Leaving Carolina with plans to head a pediatric nursing unit in Kentucky, she had a sudden change...
Abadesa "Abby" Ramos
Feb 22, 2026
Abadesa "Abby" Ramos, 47, of Fayetteville passed away on February 22, 2026. Abby was born on August 22,1978 in Paterson, NJ to Migdalia and Enrique Ramos. Abby is preceded in death by her father, Enrique Ramos.
Abby was a loving mother and a US Army veteran. She had a laughter that could easily light up a room, and a kindness that...
James Melvin McNeill, Sr.
Feb 21, 2026
James “Melvin” McNeill Sr, age 89, passed away on Saturday, February 21st.
Melvin was born November 22, 1936, in Lee County NC to the late Johnny and Rosie McNeill. Church, faith, prayer and the Bible were integral to Melvin’s life. He was active in the church in Bakersville, NC where he lived for many years singing in the choir and teaching...
Matthew Joseph Barron
Feb 20, 2026
Matthew "Joe" Barron, 69, of Hope Mills, NC, unexpectedly passed away on 20 February 2026. Joe was born on 1 October 1956, in Washington, D.C. to his parents, Dewey and Leocadia (née Kurowicki) Barron, both of whom preceded him in death.
Joe graduated from Garfield High School in Woodbridge, VA, and was a proud member of the Class of 1974. He...
Kenneth Ray Smith, Sr.
Feb 19, 2026
Kenneth Ray Smith Sr., 88, died on February 19, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Joseph and Willie Smith and was born in Roseboro, North Carolina at his grandmother's house on July 5, 1937. The highlight of his childhood was being able to attend the Boy Scout National Jamboree in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania in...
Bobby Keith Denham
Feb 18, 2026
Bobby Keith Denham, 83, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
He was born in Timmonsville, SC, on September 4, 1942, to the late Willie and Edith Denham. Also preceding him in death were his first wife of 42 years, Charlene Denham; daughter, JoLynn Denham McDonald; and sisters, Billie Gaffney and Helen Bzdek.
Bobby retired from UPS after 32 years...
