Obituaries

Fayetteville, North Carolina Obituaries

Sgm Lee Largent Vampola

Sgm Lee Largent Vampola

Feb 15, 2024

Sergeant Major Lee L. Vampola, a beloved husband, father, son and friend to many, passed away on February 15th 2024 in Vass, North Carolina. He was born on February 2nd, 1985 in Omaha, Nebraska to his loving parents Kenneth Vampola and Cherie Largent. He was raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado with his mother and stepfather, Joel Fisher, and...

Darcell Osceola Odum

Darcell Osceola Odum

Feb 15, 2024

Darcell Osceola Moselle East Odom of Fayetteville, North Carolina passed away unexpectedly on February 15, 2024, after leading an inspiring 70 years of life. Darcell was born on October 22, 1953, in Baltimore, Maryland to the late Elizabeth and Clarence East.

Darcell married William Morris and from this union her...

Cpo Paul Sheridan Murphy (Ret)

Cpo Paul Sheridan Murphy (Ret)

Feb 15, 2024

An obituary is not available at this time for CPO Paul Sheridan Murphy (Ret). We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Ralph Robert Burkholder

Ralph Robert Burkholder

Feb 12, 2024

Ralph Robert Burkholder, 60, of Fayetteville passed away Monday, February 12, 2024 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

Ralph served in the US Army and worked in construction before retirement. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Burkholder and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

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Loan Thi Thanh Tran

Loan Thi Thanh Tran

Feb 11, 2024

Mariana Madalena Loan Thi Thanh Tran, 60, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, was born and raised in Saigon, Vietnam, on December 17, 1964 to the late De Tran and Dam Thi Nguyen. She will be missed greatly by friends and family.

She is survived by her husband Canh Nguyen, of Fayetteville, NC; Two children, Dinh Nguyen and Chan...

Dr. Arthur Lee Ellis

Dr. Arthur Lee Ellis

Feb 8, 2024

Dr. Arthur Lee Ellis, 85, of Fort Liberty, NC passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024 in his home.

Arthur was born in Greene County, NC. on August 31, 1938 to the late Maggie King and Fredrick Douglas Ellis. He made a living in the United States Army and retired as a Sergeant First...

Rosa (Ramey)  Allen

Rosa (Ramey) Allen

Feb 6, 2024

Rosa Ramey Allen, 95, of Fayetteville went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, February 6, 2024 in her home with Sandra and Teresa by her side.

Rosa was born in Loganville, GA on December 22, 1928, daughter to the late John Ramey and Lucy Glace Ramey. She worked as a manager for Public...

Infant Amari Muiruri Kamunyu

Infant Amari Muiruri Kamunyu

Feb 5, 2024

Amari Muiruri Kamunyu was born on October 6, 2023 at Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Liberty, NC. He passed away at the Womack Medical Center in the early morning of 5th of February 2024, one day short of 4 months old.

Baby Amari Kamunyu is the son of Antony K. and Reginah W. Muiruri...

Luis Ramon Vega

Luis Ramon Vega

Feb 2, 2024

Luis Ramon Vega, 88, of Raeford passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2024 in Open Arms Assisted Living facility in Raeford.

Luis was born in Puerto Rico on March 22, 1935, son to the late Ramon Vega and Elisa Padua Vega. He owned and operated an Alarm company before retirement. He will be greatly missed...

Carmen Maria Marcano-Pimentel

Carmen Maria Marcano-Pimentel

Feb 2, 2024

Carmen Maria Marcano-Pimentel, 89, of Fayetteville, died in Fayetteville, North Carolina on February 2, 2024.

Carmen was born in Canovanas, Puerto Rico on February 6, 1934 to Saturnino Marcano and Digna Pimentel-Vargas. She made a living as teacher in the Virgin Islands. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

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Jonathan Isaac (Hernandez)  De La Cruz

Jonathan Isaac (Hernandez) De La Cruz

Feb 1, 2024

In the loving memory of Jonathan Isaac De La Cruz Hernandez

April 6,2004-February 1,2024

Jonathan era un hijo, hermano y amigo para muchos. Si pudiéramos describir a Jonathan, diríamos que el era un alma hermosa que tenía la sonrisa más bella y contagiosa y los ojos más bellos. Jonathan será recordado como una persona que...

Roberto Ortiz

Roberto Ortiz

Jan 31, 2024

Roberto Ortiz, 61, of Fayetteville passed away Wednesday, January 31, 2024 in his home.

Robert was born in Jersey City, NJ on November 23, 1962, son of Carmen Ana Morales and Ramon Ortiz

He is survived by his wife Janet Hernandez; daughters, Natasha Ortiz, Jizzel Ortiz, and Monica Ortiz; grandchildren,...

Annette (Hunt)  Brewer

Annette (Hunt) Brewer

Jan 30, 2024

Annette Hunt Brewer, 70, of Fayetteville, NC, went to her heavenly home on January 30, 2024.

She is preceded in death by her father Rev. Ray Hunt, Mr. Alfred Hunt, and sister Jeannette Hunt Maiden, and Jeneeta Laureano.

Mrs. Brewer is survived by her beloved husband of 53 years, Larry...

Ricky Bennett

Ricky Bennett

Jan 28, 2024

Ricky Bennett Sunrise    9/24/1958 Sunset      1/28/2024

Ricky Burnett, 65 of Lumberton Passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024 in UNC Southeastern Regional Medical Center.

Rick was born in Hamlet, North Carolina on September 24, 1958 to the late Blease Bennett and Nellie Hatcher Bennett.

Rick leaves behind...

Emma Nolasco Rosado

Emma Nolasco Rosado

Jan 25, 2024

Emma Nolasco Rosado

June 18, 1934- January 25, 2024.

Our dear mother Emma Nolasco Rosado sadly passed away on January 25, 2024, at the age of 89 after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives...

Ricky Enmon Locklear Jr.

Ricky Enmon Locklear Jr.

Jan 24, 2024

Ricky Enmon Locklear Jr., 37, of Fayetteville, died in Stedman, North Carolina on January 24, 2024.

Ricky was born in Fayetteville, NC. on September 20, 1986 to Doris Strickland-Dudley and Ricky Enmon Locklear Sr.  He was a US Army Veteran of 12 years, and he made a living as a Radio Technician on Fort...

Loretta (Brzeg)  Wagner

Loretta (Brzeg) Wagner

Jan 21, 2024

In Loving Memory of Loretta Brzeg Wagner

Loretta Brzeg Wagner, a remarkable woman of strength, independence, and kindness, passed away peacefully, just shy of her 85th birthday in Kannapolis, North Carolina on January 21st.  Born in Detroit, Michigan, she was preceded in death by her parents, Bronisalus Brzeg and Stephanie Trawczynski Brzeg, and her...

Leroy Thomas

Leroy Thomas

Jan 16, 2024

Leroy Thomas, 81, of St. Thomas Virgin Islands, died in Fayetteville, North Carolina on January 16, 2024.

Leroy was born in St. Thomas Virgin Islands on September 15, 1942 to Valdamar Thomas and Gladys Hindricks. Leroy served his beloved country in the US Air Force, he also worked for the city of New York...

Msg Joseph Gary Long

Msg Joseph Gary Long

Jan 13, 2024

MSG Joseph Gary Long (US Army Retired), 84, passed away on January 13, 2024. Joseph was born on September 3, 1939 in Los Angeles, California, to the late Ralph Gale Long and Lois M. Philpot. Destined to become a great leader, Mr. Long enlisted in the US Army on January 29, 1976 serving with the utmost distinction and...

Carolyn June (Barnett)  Soliday

Carolyn June (Barnett) Soliday

Jan 12, 2024

Carolyn June Soliday, 89, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on January 12, 2024, at Wickshire Creeks Crossing Nursing Home in Raeford, NC.

Carolyn was born on December 27, 1934, to the late Thomas N. Barnett and Florence Spurgeon. She worked as a financial assistant before her retirement. She was a 71-year member of the...