Fayetteville, North Carolina Obituaries

Aug 7, 2018

James Thomas Sturdivant Sr., 70, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2018 in his home after a brief illness.

James was born in Scotland County on January 21, 1948 to the late Clem and Delia Butler Sturdivant. He served in the US Army, was a Vietnam Veteran and worked as an Electrical Engineer.  James was a very kind...

Aug 3, 2018

Mrs Vicenta Arocho, 77, passed away Friday, August 3, 2018 in Select Specialty Hospital in Durham, NC.

Vicenta was born in Puerto Rico on April 29, 1941 to the late Jose M. Toro and Esperanza del Valle. She worked in housekeeping before her retirement and loved her family very much. She will be greatly missed by her...

Jul 28, 2018

Timothy Wayne Francis, Sr. 52, of Fayetteville passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2018. He was preceded in death by his father; Homer Francis and his son; Timothy (TJ) Francis, Jr.

Timothy is survived by his sons; James and Jared Francis, mother; Shirley Francis, and brothers; Homer Francis, Jr. and Michael Francis.

A visitation will...

Jul 27, 2018

SFC (Ret) Dan Floyd Jones, 62, of Fayetteville passed on to glory on July 27th 2018 with his loving wife by his side. Dan was preceded in death by his father; Dantzler Jones and brother; John D. Johnson.

Dan was a member of New Beginning Christian Faith Center under the leadership of Pastor Geraldine Thompson. He joined...

Jul 20, 2018

Cynthia Lynn Edens, 59, of Raeford passed away on July 20, 2018. She was preceded in death by her parents; Donald Gundrum of Ohio and Joyce Ostendorf of Ohio.

Cynthia was a good hearted and loving woman who always saw the good in everyone. She always put others before herself and she always forgave no matter what...

Jul 19, 2018

Julio Davila-Perez, 71, passed on to glory on July 19, 2018.  His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace.

Julio was born July 22,1946 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. He was a loving husband, devoted father, grandfather, friend, and truly a man of God. He...

Jul 15, 2018

Mary Diane Hall, 67, of Fayetteville passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2018.

Mary is survived by her daughters; Shannon Hall and April Hall of Fayetteville, a sister; Ina Canady of Hope Mills, and four grandchildren.

Private services will be held at a later date.

Condolences to the family may be left at...

Jul 14, 2018

An obituary is not available at this time for Deborah Jean Mack. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jul 12, 2018

Ms. Gladys Cox West, 87, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, July 12, 2018 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

Gladys was born in Cumberland County, NC on June 19, 1931 to the late Purde Cox and Lessie Parker Cox. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Benton West, a grandson, Ryan West...

Jul 8, 2018

Margaret Locklear Backlund, 78, of Fayetteville passed away on July 8, 2018.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, Desi Locklear, Grandford “Big Daddy” Chavis and Lula Belle “Big Momma” Chavis; Husbands’, Raymond Backlund and Norman Harris; Sons’ Grandford “Tacky” Locklear and Norman Terry “Baby Boy” Harris and close friend, Geraldo Teraldo of Puerto Rico.

Jul 6, 2018

Staff Sergeant Dana Lee Childress-Page, 38, passed away suddenly on July 6, 2018.

SSG Childress-Page was born on March 4, 1980 in Los Angeles, California, but spent a majority of her early adulthood in Carson City, Nevada. Dana enlisted in the U.S. Army in October 2009 and served proudly over 9 years.

Dana is survived...

Jul 2, 2018

Howard Leon Batton, 68, of Raeford died on July 2nd 2018 in Moore Regional Hospital.

He was loved by friends and family alike and was known for having a kind heart and a laughing soul.

Howard is survived by his wife; Barbara Batton, two Sons; Seth Swiderski and Gaberiell Lee of the home, and his...

Jun 21, 2018

William Alfred Meyland, 62, of Fayetteville passed away on June 21, 2018. He was born June 22, 1955 to the late Thomas & Clara Jean Meyland.

William graduated from Hoggard High School in Wilmington. He joined the US Navy after school and retired as a Petty officer first class after 20 years of service. William then started...

Jun 9, 2018

MAJ. Alexander G. Hodges, 70, passed away June 9, 2018 after battling brain cancer.

Mr. Hodges was born November 3, 1947 in Deming, New Mexico.  Following high school, Alex enlisted in the U. S. Army in December 1964 and served for over 16 years rising to the rank of Sergeant First Class.  He received a direct commission...

Jun 7, 2018

Leonder Scott was born on June 11, 1923 in Bishopville, South Carolina and passed away Thursday, June 7, 2018 at Carolina Rehab in Fayetteville, at the age of 94.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Delia Davis, father, Ed Davis, husband of 47 years, William W. Scott, a daughter, Willie Mae Scott, and 2 grandchildren...

Jun 1, 2018

Princess Lechi Tran Rodriguez died at Autumn Care of Fayetteville on June 1, 2018.  She was 88.

A direct descendant of the Emperor of Annam, Lechi was born in Hanoi, Vietnam the daughter of the late Princess Nam Tran and the late Ambassador Tran Van Chuong.

She is survived by her husband, Colonel Enrique Rodriguez...

Jun 1, 2018

Joshua Richard Hunt, 25, transitioned to his heavenly home on June 1, 2018 at FirstHealth Hospice & Palliative Care in Pinehurst.

Joshua is survived by his Mother Gloria R. Hunt of Hope Mills. Father Richard Brewington of Fayetteville. Three Brothers Caleb Richard Hunt, Dustin Brewington and Aaron Richard Brewington. Three Sisters Latasha Brewington, Megan Brewington, and Anastasia...

May 30, 2018

Dateline: Pinebluff

Mildred Gray Carpenter – 86, ‟Mrs. Pinebluff” Passed away peacefully at her home in Pinebluff Wednesday with her family by her side.

She was preceded in death by her late husband of almost 66 years Virgil Lee Carpenter.

Mrs. Carpenter and her husband ran a Red &...

May 28, 2018

Jennifer Lauren Cantu, 27, of Cameron passed away on May 28, 2018.

Jennifer was an immensely intelligent and talented woman who had her life tragically cut short on May 27, 2018. Jennifer served proudly and honorably in the United States Army, both active duty and the reserves. She had a bright future ahead of her as she...

May 18, 2018

Nancy Jo (Schermerhorn) Brady, 64, died on Friday, May 18, 2018 in her home surrounded by family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her father Paul Schermerhorn of Hammond, NY and a sister Cheryl Schermerhorn of Owensboro, KY

Nancy Retired from Cumberland County Schools after serving 31 years. She spent the first 24...