Portrait of Juanita Davis

Juanita Davis

, North Carolina

August 11, 2026

Juanita Gale Davis 79 of Lillington passed away August 12 2026. She was born in Raleigh County West Virginia on June 21 1947 to the late John and Lorraine Hutchinson Taylor. In addition to her parents she was preceded by 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Juanita is survived by her son Todd Davis wife Gwen Brown daughter Trisa Davis Vaughan husband Bobby Lane Vaughan Jr. 5 grandchildren 14 greatgrandchildren 1 brother and 1 sister. Known fondly as the family historian of sorts she loved talking with family and friends and keeping memories alive. She possessed a deep appreciation for music that she lovingly passed down to her children and grandchildren. She also took great joy in the simple pleasures of life including watching golf and basketball. Juanita Gale Davis 79 of Lillington passed away August 12 2026. She was born in Raleigh County West Virginia on June 21 1947 to…

Portrait of Thomas  Blake Core

Thomas Blake Core

, North Carolina

February 25, 1991

Mr. Thomas Blake Core, 35, of Dunn passed away Friday morning August 14, 2026.Blake was born February 26, 1991, in Cumberland County son of Tommy and Michele Fann Core.Blake attended Midway High School and worked with his dad at Tommy Core’s Residential Construction. Blake loved his children and enjoyed hunting and cat fishing was his happy place with his son and dad which made it even more special. He always tried to help any friend in need and had a heart of gold.A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Skinner & Smith Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Tommy Core and Pastor David Hughes officiating.The family will receive friends following the memorial service.Blake was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather; Bobby Fann; paternal grandmother, Chris Ulrich and uncle, Michael Fann;He is survived in addition to his parents by his sons, Bryson and Brantley…

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