The Obituary Section

Levi Ashe

, North Carolina

December 18, 2019 — August 10, 2026

Levi Grayson Ashe 6 of Sanford NC departed this life on August 11 2026 surrounded by his family and loved ones. Levi born December 19 2019 in Pinehurst NC was a bright loving and joyful child whose presence brought happiness to everyone around him. He loved his family deeply and never hesitated to remind them how much he loved them. Above all Levi loved Jesusand knew that Jesus came first before anything else. Levi loved being active and exploring the world around him. He especially loved going to the park museums and jump parks. He loved spending time with his family. At home Levi was a gamer who enjoyed playing on his iPad especially with his brother but oneof his greatest joys was building. He could spend hours creating things with his LEGOs. More recently Levi discovered a love for chapter books. When he got off the bus he often…

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Peggy Alston

, North Carolina

Peggy Byrd Alston beloved mother grandmother greatgrandmother sister aunt and friend passed away peacefully on August 17 2026 at the age of 80. Peggy was born on September 17th 1945 in White Oak Township located in Wake County North Carolina where she was reared by her parents Goldie and Isoline Byrd. She moved to Pittsboro North Carolina in September 1977 after marrying the late Arthur Lee Alston. They were married for 41 years.

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Dawn Losinger

, North Carolina

Mrs. Dawn Marie Losinger age 54 of Pittsboro NC transitioned to eternal rest on Friday August 14 2026 at WakeMed Cary Hospital Cary NC. Be the first to share your favorite memory photo or story of Dawn. This memorial page is dedicated for family friends and future generations to celebrate the life of their loved one. We ask on behalf of the family that you keep your comments uplifting and appropriate to help all who come here to find comfort and healing.

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Etter Winston

, North Carolina

Ms. Etter AlstonPerry Winston age 102 of Sanford NC transitioned to eternal rest on Wednesday August 12 2026 at Central Carolina Hospital Sanford NC Mother Etter Alston Perry Winston peacefully transitioned from her earthly life and graduated to Heaven on August 12 2026. She was born on February 9 1924 in Franklin County North Carolina to the late Martha Alston Vaughn. She was preceded in death by her husband Buddy Issac Ezekiel Winston daughter Mary McLean soninlaw Neil McLean Jr. son Isaac Eugene Winston granddaughters Cynthia Lynn Winston and Bonnie Jean McDougald and great granddaughter Lindsay Kiara McDougald. Mother and Mother Winston as she was affectionately known to her church family loved people and enjoyed speaking to all about the goodness of The Lord. She never hesitated to tell someone about The Lord. Neighbors who knew her would come to be encouraged by her love friendship and prayers. One could…

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Rev. Walter Cotton

, North Carolina

Mr. Walter Cotton age 83 of Bear Creek NC transitioned into eternal rest on Friday August 14 2026 at SECU Jim and Betsy Bryan Hospice in Pittsboro NC. Reverend Walter Allen Cotton Sr. was born on August 30 1942 in Chatham County North Carolina to the late Lottie Marsh Cotton and Bishop Alton Cotton. Reverend Cotton attended J.S. Waters School in Goldston North Carolina. He later earned his GED from Central Community Technical Institute and completed theological courses at Livingstone College. Throughout his life Reverend Cotton was a hardworking and dedicated man who held several occupations. He was also an entrepreneur owning and operating his own pulpwood trucking company. In addition to his work and business endeavors Reverend Cotton had a compassionate heart for others and provided respite care for children with special needs. In 1981 Reverend Walter Cotton answered the call to ministry and began his pastoral journey within…

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Robert Mclean

, North Carolina

Mr. Robert Lewis McLean age 76 of Raeford NC transitioned to eternal rest Saturday August 8 2026 at his residence. SFC Robert Lewis McLean age 76 of Raeford NC transitioned into eternal rest on Saturday August 8 2026. Robert was born on August 19 1949 to Lucille Hollingsworth McLean of Sanford and Robert McLean of Charlotte North Carolina. Robert grew up in Sanford surrounded by three brothers Henry BoFriend Calvin Juice and Lacy Pop many cousins friends and extended family members. Robert attended Lee County public schools and was a graduate of W.B. Wicker High School in 1968. During High School he was a member of the Science Club Baseball Team Football Team and Senior Varsity Basketball Team. After high school Robert attended BarberScotia College in Concord N.C. majoring in Black History studies. Robert later joined a timehonored Corp the US Army enlisting as an Infantryman later achieving the identifier…

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Joy Cartera

, North Carolina

August 1, 2026

Ms. Joy Hazel Newby Cartera age 72 of Sanford NC entered eternal rest on Sunday August 2 2026 at her residence. Joy Hazel Newby Cartera was born on May 15 1954 in Sanford North Carolina to the late John Dolphus Newby and Ethel Mae Bell Newby. She peacefullydeparted this life on August 2 2026 ather home in Sanford North Carolina. Joy was educated through the Lee County School System. She continued her education and proudly earned her degree with honors in Business Administration from Alamance Community College. Joy was a dedicated and hardworking woman who devoted many years of service to others. She was employed with the North Carolina Secretary of State as a Public Notary and worked for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she served for many years. Beyond her professional accomplishments Joy was a woman of many talents gifts and interests. She had a…

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