Obituaries
Michael John Roy
Nov 19, 2021
Mr. Michael John Roy, 65, of Sanford, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, November 19, 2021.Michael John Roy was born the 13th of October 1956 in Norwalk, CT, where He attended Wilton High School. Upon, graduation Mike enlisted in the United States Army and served with the 2nd/505th Combat Support Company/82nd Airborne Division,...
Robert T. Cherry
Nov 18, 2021
Retired US Army COL Robert T. “Bob” Cherry, 95, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully at his home on November 18, 2021. Bob was born in Washington, NC to the late Frank and Lilly Cherry on September 21, 1926. He joined the US Army and fought in World War II. Upon his return he left the service and then rejoined during...
James R. Surles
Nov 13, 2021
James Ronald Surles, 83 of Fayetteville, NC went to be with the Lord while at home on November 13, 2021. James “Jimmy” “Peep” Surles was born August 26, 1938 in Fayetteville, NC to the late parents Mary Lillian and David Garland Surles. Beloved husband, son, father, grandfather, brother, friend, teacher and coach to many in Cumberland County, NC. He loved...
John Gilbert Shaw
Nov 12, 2021
John Gilbert Shaw was the third child of Dr. John Alexander Shaw and Winship Stedman Shaw, born in Fayetteville on May 8, 1936.
John grew up loving the Sandhills outdoors. Bobwhite quail were still locally abundant and he spent as much time as possible hunting and fishing with his close circle of friends and family.
He attended Davidson College, graduating in 1958....
Charlie Owens
Nov 9, 2021
Charles Aaron Owens, 51, passed away on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 due to complications from Covid. Charlie was born February 12, 1970 in McRae, Georgia. His father’s military service took the family all over the world before they settled in Fayetteville. Charlie graduated from Fayetteville Terry Sanford in 1988 and then went on to attend East Carolina University. Charlie was...
Thomas Delahunty
Nov 8, 2021
Long time Fayetteville resident, retired Army officer, LTC Thomas Delahunty, died at home peacefully on Monday, October 8th, after a weekend of family visitors to his bedside.
Born in NYC, he was a first generation American, the son of adult Irish immigrants. His father was an IRA hero and his mother was a medical administrator. He grew up in the...
Lyndel Paul Lynch
Nov 5, 2021
Gray's Creek N.C. - Lyndel Paul Lynch, 85, a born-again Christian, was Blessed to receive one of many promises from his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 5th, 2021 at 12:42 p.m.
John 14: 2-3 (KJV) Jesus tells Lyndel: “2. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go...
Thomas F. Wright
Oct 31, 2021
Thomas Franklin Wright of Hope Mills, NC passed away October 31, 2021, at the age of 89. He was born on February 1, 1932, in Edenton, NC to Henry William Wright and Elva Elizabeth Mitchell Wright Folk. He is survived by his children and two sons-in-law, Ralph Wright of Spring Lake, NC; Marena Stewart-Wright Groll and Kevin Groll of Rolesville,...
Diane Starling Geary
Oct 28, 2021
Ms. Elizabeth Diane Starling Geary, 68, of Fayetteville, passed away on October 28, 2021.
Diane dearly loved her family. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Michelle Geary Jones; and a brother, Donnie Starling.
She is survived by her son, Michael Starling; two granddaughters, Laci Geary and Cierra Jones; two sisters, Karen Eddy and Donna Jones; and five nieces and four...
US Army SFC (Ret) Richard Sirois
Oct 27, 2021
US Army SFC (Ret.) Richard Sirois, 91, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. He was born in Caribou, ME, on September 15, 1930. Richard proudly served for over 22 years in the Army as a paratrooper in both, the 82nd and 101st Airborne, where he earned numerous commendations. Left to cherish Richard’s memory are his wife of...
Eric Ray Chavis
Oct 24, 2021
Eric Ray Chavis “Tutty”, of Eastover, passed away peacefully at Morning Star Special Care on October 24th, 2021. Eric was born in Fairmont, NC on April 2nd, 1950 to William T. Chavis and Anna B. (Locklear) Chavis.
Eric attended Les Maxwell School for Indians until integrated into Central High School, where he graduated. He attended and graduated from Pembroke College....
Thomas Cleveland Burns
Oct 22, 2021
Thomas Burns, 57, of Fayetteville, NC passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 20, 1964, in Fayetteville. He was a member of the 1982 graduating class of Douglas Byrd High School, where he played football for the legendary Coach Bob Paroli. Thomas was a devoted, loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother...
Johnny Kenneth Berry
Oct 13, 2021
US Army Retired MSG Johnny Kenneth Berry,79, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully at home October 13, 2021.
He was born on November 5, 1941, in Springer, NM.
Johnny was a Special Forces soldier who proudly served over 20 years in the Army. During his time in the service, he served multiple tours in Vietnam and Desert Storm, where he earned...
Angel L. Picart
Oct 13, 2021
Mr. Angel Picart passed away October 13, 2021. Left to cherish his memory are his brothers, Hector Picart, Jose Picart, and Amilcar Picart, and many nieces and nephews.
Angel was a loving brother, hardworking, and a great friend to many in the local community. He served in the US Navy, as well as having a career with the City of...
William "Billy" Edward Highsmith
Oct 12, 2021
William Edward (Billy) Highsmith, 75, of Fayetteville passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 from complications of COVID. Billy was born on May 10, 1946 in Wilmington, NC to the late Cecil James Highsmith and Cornelia Walker Highsmith. Also preceding him in death were two brothers, Alan Lee Highsmith and Cecil James (Jimmy) Highsmith, Jr.
He is survived by his...
Shirley Ann Kerns
Oct 12, 2021
Mrs. Shirley Ann Kerns, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2021. Shirley was born in Martinsburg, WV to the late Edward and Nancy Gregory. She loved going to Lake Gaston, gardening and antique shopping. Shirley loved to help others in any way she possibly could. Above all else, she dearly loved her family.
A funeral service will...
June C. James
Oct 11, 2021
Mrs. June C. James, 78, of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021.
June is survived by her two sons, Keith James of Hope Mills and Scott James of Fayetteville; five grandchildren, Kimberly, Nicholas, Christopher, Shandi, and Brandyn; 12 great grandchildren; and one brother, George Matherly.
June was preceded in death by her husband, Nicky James; a son, Michael James;...
Sharon Joyce Stamos
Oct 9, 2021
Sharon Joyce Stamos, 79, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at home, with her family and friends by her side.
Sharon was born in Ecorse Township, MI, to the late Gerald and Mildred Lawson. Also preceding her in death was her husband, Marvin J. Stamos; and mother-in-law, Gloria Smith.
Left to cherish Sharon’s memory, are sons, John...
Harry F. Widdows, Jr.
Oct 8, 2021
Mr. Harry F. Widdows, Jr., 91, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021, at his home.
Harry served his country in the US Navy. Upon his discharge, he went to work for Kelly-Springfield Tire Company in Maryland before transferring to Fayetteville to help open the plant here. In all, Harry retired after 48 years with the company.
Private services...
Sandra L. Schmidt
Oct 5, 2021
Ms. Sandra L. Schmidt, 65, of Spring Lake, passed away on Tuesday, October 5, 2021.
Sandra was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother; she was also a generous, compassionate spirit whose passion was caring for others which is the reason that her most treasured time of year was Christmas (the season for giving). Sandra was a hard worker and self-motivated go-getter....
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