Obituaries

Jul 6, 2020

Mr. Harry S. Hooks, 95, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020 at his residence.

Harry was born on April 18, 1925 in Wilson, North Carolina.

He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and retired from Equifax.  Harry was also a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church.

He is survived by his loving wife Priscilla Hooks, of the home;...

Jul 4, 2020

US Army SFC (Ret.) John Wood Buchanan, 85, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2020.

He was born in Hamburg, NY, on March 5, 1935.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Williams Buchanan; and siblings, Lillian, Florence, Jim, Roderick, and Harvey.

As a Military Policeman, he proudly served in many locations including Alaska (while it...

Jul 3, 2020

At the present time, no services are scheduled.

Jun 28, 2020

Selwyn J. H. Bhattan, 25, of Fayetteville, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020.

He was born in West Islip, NY on June 8, 1995, to Selwyn and Maria Bhattan.

Selwyn enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his daughter, Angelina “Sweets”.  He had a passion for fast cars and loud music.

Selwyn leaves behind, his parents, Selwyn and Maria...

Jun 24, 2020

Frances Arlene Owen, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2020.

She was born to the late Sarah and Robert Jackson, Sr., in Cumberland County on August 2, 1935.  Also preceding her in death was her sister, Shiver West.

She retired as a Librarian from the Cumberland County Public Library.  She was a very devoted wife, mother, grandmother,...

Jun 18, 2020

Nilsa Ivette Del Los Santos, 73, died June 18th, 2020, in her home in Fayetteville, NC.

A graveside memorial service for immediate family only will be held Wednesday, June 24th, at Cumberland Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Fayetteville.

Nilsa was born March 5, 1947, in San Juan, Puerto Rico to Liborio and Gloria Picart. Her father was a career military soldier,...

Jun 12, 2020

Peyton Juarbe's Obituary In loving memory of Peyton Faye Juarbe, born January 16th, 2014 and earned her angel wings on June 12th, 2020.

Peyton Juarbe was a sweet soul who was called home to heaven very early in her life. She was a cheerful and happy 6 year old that was full of joy and life. She loved cartoons. Her...

Jun 9, 2020

Steve Turbiville fell asleep in death on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center after a short illness.

There will be a Memorial Service, via Zoom, on Saturday, June 20, 2020.  Slide presentation will begin at 11:00 am, services to follow at 11:30 am, with Titus Estep officiating.  The Zoom Meeting ID:  858 016 5891, Password 1954. 

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Jun 8, 2020

Pauline Wright Lancaster, 86 of Hope Mills, NC  passed away peacefully on June 8, 2020 at her home.

Born on June 7th, 1934 in Bladenboro, NC to parents Annabel and Jack Wright, she was the fourth child out of six. She married the love of her life, AT Lancaster at the young age of 16 and shortly thereafter had her...

Jun 6, 2020

Mr. Douglas Llewellyn Odom (Doug) died on June 6, 2020, at the age of 54 at his home in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born in Rocky Mount, Doug moved with his family to Fayetteville, North Carolina during his elementary years. Growing up in Fayetteville, Doug earned Eagle Scout honors, was a gifted soccer player, and graduated from Fayetteville Academy in 1984. 

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Jun 3, 2020

Guy Edward Harris July 24, 1931 – June 3, 2020 Guy Edward Harris of Jasper, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2020 at the age of 88.

He was born July 24, 1931 in Jasper, Tennessee, to the late Louis Harris and the late Zetta Crabtree Harris.

Guy served 22 years in the U.S. Army and retired as a...

May 30, 2020

Lucille McLean Saunders, 100, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at Whispering Pines Nursing Home.

She was born in Cumberland County on May 29, 1920 to the late Marshall and Laura McLean.

She worked with her husband, James Saunders, at Pee-Wee’s Sandwich Shop in downtown Fayetteville for many years.  Then she retired from First Citizens Bank after...

May 27, 2020

Thomas Ray Jestes, 79, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at his home.

He was born in Greensboro, NC on November 28, 1940.  Tommy was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Blackburn Jestes and daughter, Terry Leigh Jestes.

He served as a Fayetteville Fire Fighter before working at Ft. Bragg until retirement.  In his spare time,...

May 26, 2020

May 20, 2020

Myrtle Oakley Carter, 97, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at Hope Mills Retirement Center.

She was born in Darlington, SC, on October 23, 1922, to the late Beatrice and George Oakley.  She was preceded in death by her husband, James Carter, sisters, Edra Cain and Patricia Willis; and brother, Leroy Oakley.

She was a longtime member...

May 20, 2020

Connie L. Horton, 75, of Linden, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

She was born on January 26, 1945, in Portsmouth, VA, to the late Earl Creech and Sarah Manino.  Preceding Connie in death was her son, Gerald Gregory Horton; and grandson, Jay Stiles, great-granddaughter, Dakota Wright; and her sister, Gwen Manino.

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May 15, 2020

Dr. John A. (Jack) Poglinco died on May 15, 2020 at home in Fayetteville, N.C. with his special friend Carol Langdon by his side.

The son of John Joseph Poglinco and Carmela Martignetti, he was born in 1933 in New Rochelle, New York. Jack attended St. Joseph's Catholic School, Iona Preparatory School, and Fordham University, graduating in The Yale School...

May 8, 2020

On May 8, 2020, Sandra Jane Nordan, 72, passed away, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents Walter H. Connor, Sr. and Frances Harrison Connor, and two sisters Joan Connor and Dorothy Connor.

She is survived by her husband Roger Nordan, of Fayetteville, NC; two daughters Joan Dick, of Fayetteville, NC and Jacqueline...

May 8, 2020

Thomas Dee Jackson, 44, of White Oak, passed away suddenly May 8, 2020.  He was a devoted husband to Robin and the apple of his eye, his daughter, Hannah.  Dee worked at Boulevard Pawn Shop for 29 years alongside his Uncle Clyde.  He was thought of highly by his friends who came by the shop to chat.

Dee was preceded...

May 4, 2020

Sue Owen Fehlman, 89 of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on May 4th 2020 and is now at peace. Our family was blessed by a loving, giving, compassionate mother and grandmother who will continue to guide us through the rest of our lives from what she taught us.

Sue grew up in Vander, graduated from Stedman High School and worked at...