Obituaries

Jan 31, 2019

Linda Onermaa, 76, of Eastover, passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2019, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

She was born in Wade on February 8, 1942 to the late Louis and Mertice Kinlaw.  Also preceding her in death were her sons, Robert L. Kebort and Jeffrey L. Kehort; and sister, Margaret Griffin.

Linda is survived by her husband, Risto,...

Jan 22, 2019

Anthony “Tony” Leonard, age 46, died peacefully on January 22, 2019 after his 7-year battle with stomach cancer. He was born on November 5, 1972 in South Korea. On May 19, 2007, married the love of his life Christy where they lived happily in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Tony and Christy renewed their vows in an emotional ceremony on January 4,...

Jan 21, 2019

Kevin Wayne Strother, 54, of Godwin, passed away on Monday, January 21, 2019.

He was born in Elizabeth, LA, on March 9, 1964, to Betty and the late Shirley Strother.  He is also preceded in death by his sister, Lynette Scalise.

Kevin proudly served in the Army, as an Air Defense NCO.  After leaving the Army, he worked at Goodyear...

Jan 20, 2019

Robert H. Pittman, Jr.

Born: December 14, 1941  in Atlanta, Georgia

Died: January 20, 2019 in Fayetteville, North Carolina

He served proudly in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.  His last rank was Captain before exiting his military career. 

Retired from Duke Power Company

Preceded in death by

Robert H. Pittman, Sr.  Father

James C. Pittman, Brother

Survived by:

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Jan 19, 2019

Timothy “Tim” G. Glass, 63, of Eastover, passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2019, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

Tim leaves behind two sisters, Charlotte Glass of Eastover and Vicki Mickler of Pensacola, FL; two brothers, Thomas “Tom” Glass of Eastover and William “Bill” Glass of Fayetteville.

The family will receive friends and family from 6 to 7:30 pm...

Jan 15, 2019

Charles Randall Cauthen (60) passed away January 15, 2019 from complications of stage IV pancreatic and liver cancer. He spent his last weekend at home with family and friends by his side.

He was preceded in death by his father John William Cauthen and his sister Donna Kay Ford. He is survived by his mother Doris Neely Cauthen of the...

Jan 15, 2019

Wanda H. Rose passed away on January 15, 2019, in Winston-Salem, NC.

Born in Breslau, Germany, she emigrated to the United States in the late 50’s.  Becoming an American Citizen was one of her proudest moments, a story she often shared. She lived and worked in Fayetteville, NC, for 30 years - raising her family, making life-long friends, and volunteering...

Jan 13, 2019

Calvin Osornio, 62, of Hope Mills, passed away on Sunday, January 13, 2019, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on November 16, 1956 in Los Angeles, CA, to the late Beatrice and Pedro Osornio.

Left to cherish Calvin’s memory are his children, Daphne Osornio, Gregorio Osornio; sisters, Deedee Osornio and Andie Osornio; brother, Pedro E....

Jan 11, 2019

Lisa Seedig, 48, of Stedman, passed away on Friday, January 11, 2019, at her residence, in the presence of her family.

She was born in Fayetteville on November 20, 1970.  She is the daughter of Walter and the late Sue Smith.  She is also preceded in death by her late husband, Herbert “Dutch” Seedig; and her sister, Christine Miller.

Lisa...

Dec 31, 2018

All services will be private for the family. 

Dec 28, 2018

Thomas Wade Anders, 78, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, December 28, 2018, at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield.

He was born in Atkinson, Pender County on September 26, 1940, to the late Leon and Grey Anders.  Preceding him in death was his wife, Maxine.

Wade is survived by his daughters, Ashlei Kathryn Anders and husband Teryn, Whitney Wade Anders...

Dec 27, 2018

Furman Baker Sanders, 86, of Fayetteville, passed away at his home on Thursday, December 27, 2018.

He was born in Sumter Co., SC on May 27, 1932, to the late Elijah and Mattie Sanders.

Furman was a member of First Baptist Church.  He was a member of Creasy Proctor Lodge, Sudan Temple, New Bern.

Furman is survived by numerous nieces...

Dec 26, 2018

Mr. David Alan Gray, 53, passed away on December 26, 2018 in Eastover, NC.

David was born to Norma McLaurin Gray on October 19, 1965.

David is survived by his mother, close friend, Kecia Fontano and several cousins.

A private memorial service for the family will be held at a later date.

Online condolence may be expressed at www.sullivanshighland.com.

Services...

Dec 24, 2018

H. Mae Curfman, 82, of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, December 24, 2018, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

She was born in Dearborn, MI, on April 5, 1936. 

Mae is survived by her children, Vicky Smith of Rocky Point, Kathy Jackson and husband John of Fayetteville, John Lowder, Jr and wife Jennifer of Fayetteville, and Mary Carnahan of Surf...

Dec 21, 2018

Mr. Timothy Richard Ryan, 57, of Lillington, NC passed away on Friday, December 21, 2018 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC.

He was born on 27th day of December 1960 in Monroe, NY to the late Charles Ryan and is survived by his mother Shirley Ryan Shanley.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Angela Ryan.

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Dec 20, 2018

Mr. Jeffrey Allen Rackley, 24, of Fayetteville, NC passed away on Thursday, December 20, 2018.

He was born in Cumberland County, NC to the late James David Rackley and his mother Shirley Ann Hall who survives him. He was a automobile mechanic by trade. Jeffrey loved to fish and had a strong love for his family. He put their needs...

Dec 18, 2018

Dec 12, 2018

Helen Troy Fisher, 73, of Fayetteville, died December 12, 2018.

She was born November 2, 1945 in Beaver Dam Township, the daughter of Bertha Mae Miller and Troy Ancil Fisher.

Helen retired from the Cumberland County Register of Deeds after 32 years of employment.

In addition to her parents, Helen was predeceased by her beloved lab, Maggie; her sisters, Kitty...

Dec 9, 2018

Grady Wrece Edwards, born September 23, 1934, entered heaven’s gates on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at the North Carolina State Veterans Home in Fayetteville, NC.

Born to Marcus and Thelma Edwards, Grady was a true man of God.  Preceded in death by both of his parents, his wife Fritzie, and his sisters Faye and Magdalene, and brother Durell.

Grady was...

Dec 8, 2018

Janet Robinson Easton, 81, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, December 8, 2018, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

She was born in Glouster, Ohio on April 2, 1937, to the late Roy and Miriam Robinson.

Janet earned her BA in Education from Salem College in Salem, WV.  She worked with the Employment Security Commission for over 30 years, in...