All Obituaries

Mr. William Henry Davis IV, 60, passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. William, a native of Fayetteville, was born to Judy Lee Whitaker and the late William Henry Davis III on October 12, 1960. He worked in the Automobile Industry and was a salesman for many years. Along with his father, he is preceded in death by a son, Jame Davis; and a brother, Kevin Myles Davis. Left to cherish his memory is his mother, Judy Lee Whitaker Davis of Fayetteville; his...

Mrs. Lula Mae Smith, 90, passed away in her home on Saturday, February 27, 2021. She was born to the late James Floyd Blount Sr. and Mary Ward Blount on April 17, 1930 in Tobermory, NC. Lula Mae was the wife of the late William Nash Smith Sr. and a homemaker for many years. She had many friends and family members whom she loved dearly. Lula Mae will forever be remembered for her numerous and lengthy telephone conversations and good cooking. Along with her parents and her husband she was...

Mrs. Kum Ae Jones (Nam Goong), 70, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2021 in her home surrounded by her loved ones. Kum Ae was born in South Korea on August 5, 1950, the seventh child of the late Nam Goong Gyu and Han Hung Sun.  She married the love of her life, CW4 Clifford Jones in 1978 and traveled the world as a proud Army wife for over 30 years with him. Kum Ae worked as a dental assistant and volunteered with various organizations such as the American Red Cross and the Boy Scouts...

Mr. James "Jim" Greer Simmons, 88, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2021 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. James was born in Caldwell County, NC on May 4, 1932, son to the late James Henry Simmons and Bessie Ida Greer Simmons. He retired from the US Navy as an EN1 and was a Vietnam Veteran. He later worked and retired as a Lab Technician in Portsmouth, VA. James loved Gospel Music and playing his guitar. He was loved by so many people and had a big heart. He will be...

Baby Bentley Ryan Palmer, 8 months, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Bentley was born to Jonathan and Carrie Palmer on June 14, 2021 at Womack Army Medical Center. Bentley was definitely one of a kind and will be loved and missed by all who knew him. His memory will be cherished by his family forever. Bentley is survived by his parents, Jonathan and Carrie Palmer of Fort Bragg, as well as his grandparents, Tony and Wren Palmer of...

Mr. Donald Eugene Lanko, 77, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. He was born to the late Michael and Mary Lanko on April, 14, 1943 in Uniontown, Pennsylvania. Donald was a graduate of Trenton State College in New Jersey where he earned and received a Bachelor’s Degree. He worked as an Electro Mechanical Engineer and manufactured Medical Equipment for many years. He will forever be loved and missed by everyone that knew him. Mr. Lanko is...

Ms. Billie Marie Arnold, 70, of Fayetteville, died Tuesday, February 16, 2021 in her home, with her caretaker by her side. Ms. Arnold was born to the late Doris Virginia Mitchell and Arthur James Tessinear on June 30, 1950; a long time resident of Fayetteville NC, she worked as a hair stylist for many years. Billie is survived by her friends and caretakers, Jason and Angel Sarchet of Raleigh, NC.  A graveside service will be conducted at Cumberland Cemetery on Saturday, February 27,...

  LTC. Manuel Arthur ‟Mickey” Conley, (Retired), 83, was born to the late Jeannette Bristow and Manuel Adrian Conley on March 6, 1937; died Monday, February 15, 2021 in his home, surrounded by his loved ones. Dr. Conley was a retired Lieutenant Colonel with the US Army, who served his country for thirty three years. LTC Conley was Special Forces for ten years, served three tours in Vietnam and received numerous awards and decorations to include a bronze star...

Mr. Antonio Fuego Baldomero Ramirez, 74, passed away Tuesday, February 9, 2021 in his home. Antonio was born in Cuba on February 28, 1946 to the late Antonio Fuego Baldomero and Estrella Ramirez. He worked in Landscaping and took pride in his work. He is preceded in death by his parents as well as a sister, Gustavo Fuego. He is survived by his wife, Anolan Garcia of the home, a son, Alain Fuego of Fayetteville, two daughters, Judith Fuego, and Maday Clavijo both of Fayetteville, two...

Noi Thi Le, 85, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2021 in her home. She is survived by her children and many extended family members. Funeral Services will be 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday, February 15, 2021 at LaFayette Funeral Home, 6651 Raeford Rd. Fayetteville, NC 28304. Burial will follow in LaFayette Memorial Park West, 6701 Raeford Rd. Fayetteville, NC 28304