All Obituaries

Edward Nelson Riley, 71, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 17, 2021 with his loving wife of 51 years, Norma Riley by his side. Edward was born in Rochester, New York, to the late William Riley and Evelyn Young. He was proceded in death by his two sisters, Patty Kraft and Debbie Myers. Edward proudly enlisted in the United States Army on March 22, 1968 in Buffalo, New York.  During his enlistment he served in an Infantry Unit at Fort Dix, New Jersey and received a Code of...

Master Sergeant Fredrick Wayne Garnett, Jr. (Retired) 53, of Fayetteville passed away Tuesday, June 8, 2021 in his home. MSG Garnett was born in Starkville, MS on September 9, 1967, son to Fredrick Wayne Garnett Sr. and Gail Shuman. MSG Garnett joined the US Army in 1989 and retired in 2014 completing a total 28 years of active-duty service. Along with his father, he is preceded in death by his son, JohnPaul Garnett, a granddaughter, Alaina Renee Garnett, maternal grandparents, Melvin...

Ms. Patricia Dawn Vargas, 52, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 in FirstHealth Hospice House. Patricia was born in Cumberland County on November 25, 1968 to the late Jackie and Judy Delk Barr. Patricia never met a stranger. She loved to talk, dance, smoke cigarettes and eat Chicken Pastry. She also loved the beach and Humming Birds and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Brittney Vargas and Patricia's only grandchild, Chayton...

Daniella Desir Jackson, 64, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2021 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, in Fayetteville, North Carolina.  Daniella was the daughter of Sauveur Desir and Paulette Joseph, who preceded her in death.  She was first and foremost a Woman of God and a faithful member of Lewis Chapel Missionary Baptist Church of Fayetteville, North Carolina.  Daniella loved going to church and fellowshipping with other believers. She was a nurturer and a true giver from the...

Infant Azure Blessing McLean, our beloved baby girl was called to her eternal resting place on Saturday, June 5, 2021. She entered this world on June 5, 2021 at Womack Army Medical Center, Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, born to her loving parents, Tamaris Louis McLean and Mercedes Perez.  Many Hearts are truly broken, and your memory will be cherished forever. Along with her parents, she is survived by a host of family members and friends. Services are Private.   Arrangements for...

Mr. Ronnie Dudley Cox, 69, passed away Wednesday, June 2, 2021 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, surrounded by family and friends. Ronnie was born in Roosevelt County, New Mexico, to the late T.J. Cox and Minnie Smith Thompson. He was also preceded in death by his four brothers, Durwood Thompson, Olin Thompson, Obey “Dobey” Thompson, and Lee Thompson; sister, Minnie Scroggins. Ronnie proudly enlisted in the United States Army on June 3, 1970 in...

Ms. Holly Noel Page, 22, passed away Monday, May 31, 2021 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Holly was born in Cumberland County, NC on December 10, 1998, daughter to Gathael Wood and Charles Page. Holly loved life, people and spending time with family and friends. She had a very close bond with her niece Maddison, was a very sociable person and loved her Grandma Wood. She enjoyed eating, family gatherings, especially the family trip to Disney. Holly and her mother were each other’s...

Lawrence Laverne Spivey, lovingly known to most as Larry, went to be with the Lord on May 31, 2021, at the age of 84. He passed on from this world surrounded by his family. Larry is survived by his wife, Frances Spivey; his children, Devada Beard (Rob) and Larry Spivey (Tina; stepson, Tyler Salbach); his grandchildren, Robin Hainline (Garrett), Rachel Beard, and Hailie Spivey; and his great-grandchildren, Jackson and Charlotte Hainline. Larry was born in Tabor City, North Carolina on April...

Mr. Currie K. Dowless, 70, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021 in his home. Currie was born in Robeson County, NC on February 25, 1951, son to the late Leroy and Lillian Savage Dowless. Currie retired from Goodyear after 41 years and was the owner of Dowless Christmas Tree Farm. He was an amazing golfer, loved the beach, traveling and especially loved the Caribbean. He had a great love for his country, friends and was quoted as saying he did life his own way and was very proud of it. Currie...

Mrs. Tae Ok King, 73, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021 in her home, located in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Tae was born in Inchon, Korea on January 23, 1948 to the late Du Hyon Min and Tae Chin Chong. She graduated college with a Bachelor’s Degree and was working on her Master of Divinity degree. She loved music and made her dreams a reality by working as a Minister of Music in the various churches she attended throughout her life. Mrs. King was married to the love of her life, Mr....