Portrait of Mary Murphy

Mary Murphy

, North Carolina

Mary Elizabeth Murphy passed away on Sunday May 10 2026. Visitation and viewing with the family will be held on Thursday May 14 2026 from 12 noon to 5 pm at Mckoy and Sons Mortuary St. Pauls NC.

Portrait of Flora Ruth Freeman Locklear

Flora Ruth Freeman Locklear

, North Carolina

Flora Ruth Freeman Locklear 89 years young went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 15 2026. She was born in Robeson County North Carolina and was preceded in death by her parents Clyde Freeman and Irene Chavis Freeman of Maxton North Carolina one son Randy Locklear sisters Pearlene Freeman Deese Janie Freeman Locklear brother Hubert Locklear Judy. Flora Ruth was a devoted mother grandmother and great grandmother and a cherished member of her community. A woman of courage strength fearlessness and an unwavering love for those who knew her. Flora worked outside the home for over 25 years in manufacturing and was the wife of a sharecropper. She raised her children with a strong belief in Christ hard work and treating others as you would want to be treated. Flora will be deeply missed for her warmth her unweaving strength and the unconditional love…

Portrait of Timmie Jones

Timmie Jones

, North Carolina

Mr. Timmie Jones age 63 of Maxton North Carolina was born on March 18 1963 to Percell Jones and Nancy Locklear Jones in Scotland County North Carolina. He departed this life into eternity on May 15 2026 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents one sister Reba Jones and two brothers Gary Jones and Sanford Jones. Timmie was a man whose life was rooted in love kindness and the simple joys of caring for others. He loved his wife known as Sweetie to him. Their bond was one so deep that he could not sleep in the bed without her. Timmie was known throughout the community as community plumber and would always lend a helping hand. The smallest acts of kindness simply as giving the pastor a bottle of water on Sunday brought him joy. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and loved his family.…

Portrait of Patricia Maynor

Patricia Maynor

, North Carolina

May 11, 2026

Patricia Ann Jones Maynor age 70 of Shannon North Carolina was born July 4 1955 and she departed this life on May 12 2026. Patricia affectionately known as Pat leaves to cherish her memories her husband Ronald Maynor. Married for 49 years she loved him unconditionally and was an example of all that God calls for in a wife. She also leaves behind a daughter Stacy Maynor Godwin Cory Godwin grandchildren Sariya Julian McPhaul Jace Anthony Godwin Olivia Ann Godwin her one great grandchild Nakoya Markus Maynor II and son in law William McPhaul. Patricia was a devoted mother to her daughter Tish Reon Maynor and her grandson Nakoya Markus Maynor who both preceded her in death. Patricia was the oldest daughter in a family of six siblings most of whom she helped to raise with lots of love patience and humility. She leaves behind her sister and brothers Ronald…

Portrait of Don Jacobs

Don Jacobs

, North Carolina

Dana “Don” Dallas Jacobs of Rex, NC was born on September 7, 1952 to the late Dallas and Paree Chavis Jacobs and departed this life on Friday May 15, 2026 completing his journey of 73 years.In addition to his parents, Don was also preceded in death by five brothers: Johnny Jacobs, Ricky Jacobs, Jerry Jacobs, Ken Jacobs and Jeff Jacobs as well as a sister:  Phonecia “Betty Sue” Edwards Weeks.Mr. Jacobs was a veteran of the US Army reserves. He also was a Civil Engineer by trade where he served as a Land Surveyor for many years.He is survived by two children: Heather Jacobs-Bowden of Lumberton and Scott Jacobs of Minnesota; one sister: Lynette Jacobs of Maxton; two brothers: Arlie Jacobs of Red Springs as well as Ben Jacobs (Mitzi) of Red Springs; four grandchildren: Christopher Jaylen Bowden, Cadence Dallas Jacobs, Michaela Christina Jacobs and Scott “Scottie” Jacobs, Jr. as…

Portrait of Vera Fern Okins

Vera Fern Okins

, North Carolina

Vera Fern Okins, resident of Lumberton, at Woodhaven Care Facility, passed away on Tuesday, May 12th. She is survived by two Sisters and four Children. Vera was 97 years old.No services are planned at this time. Services entrusted to Boles-Biggs Funeral Home in Lumberton. 

Portrait of Rev. Horace   Edward Warwick

Rev. Horace Edward Warwick

, North Carolina

Rev. Horace Edward Warwick, age 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026 at the Greens of Pinehurst.A visitation will be held from 6-8 PM Friday, May 15, 2026 at Boles Funeral Home in Southern Pines. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Aberdeen First Pentecostal Holiness Church. Burial will be at 2:00 PM following the funeral service at New Hollywood Cemetery in Lumberton.Rev. Warwick was born June 1, 1935 in Robeson County to the late Oscar and Nellie Peele Warwick.He is survived by his children, Barbara Ussery (Eugene), Betty Hodges, and son Michael Warwick, 5 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Helen Ludlum Warwick and brothers, Bobby Ray Warwick and John Hugh Warwick.Rev. Warwick became an ordained minister with the Pentecostal Holiness Church…

Portrait of Ronald Bobbitt

Ronald Bobbitt

, North Carolina

Ronald Bobbitt age 67 passed recently. He was a family descendant of the Bobbitt family of St. Pauls North Carolina.

Portrait of Nannie Barfield

Nannie Barfield

, North Carolina

"She is clothed with strength and dignity she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom and faithful instruction is on her tongue. Honor her for all that her hands have done and let her works bring her praise at the city gate." Proverbs 312526 31 With grateful hearts and in loving memory we celebrate the life and legacy of Nannie Miller Barfield a devoted servant of the Lord Jesus Christ cherished 2nd born daughter of the late James and Armittee Miller. Born on August 6 1923 in Duplin County North Carolina she was guided by faith from her earliest years nurtured in a Christian home alongside her five beloved siblings Annie Robert Roy Lee Preston and Shirley Mae. The bonds of family and faith were the foundation of her life and she cared deeply for each of them. She was preceded in death by both her…

Portrait of Rev.Roger Strickland

Rev.Roger Strickland

, North Carolina

May 10, 2026

Rev. Roger Strickland was born September 6 1952 to Jimmy and Marcella Strickland in Lumberton NC. He departed this life on May 11 2026 in the comfort of his home. His is preceded in death by his parents Jimmy and Marcella Strickland his loving wife Regina a daughter Marlena and a son Eric. Roger was a 1972 graduate of Lumberton High School. He was a pastor for many years touching the lives of those he came in contact with. In his spare time he enjoyed visiting with friends and family and spending time with his grandkids. He was a former employee of DSD Warehouse Sales. He is survived by his two sons Raymond Corey of Lumberton and Jamie of Grove City Ohio three grandsons Bradley Jacob and James three granddaughters Torey Clara and Zoe two brothers Ronald Keith Strickland of Lumberton and Rickie Strickland of Garner and two sisters Susan…

Portrait of Ethan Hunt

Ethan Hunt

, North Carolina

April 20, 2006

Ethan Ray Hunt of Lumberton was born April 21 2006 in Robeson County. He departed this life on Sunday May 10 2026 at New Hanover Hospital in Wilmington NC making his journey 20 years. He is preceded in death by his Aunt Jessica Oxendine cousin Breanna Scott Father Quintin Fields great grandmother Elizabeth Ann Mangidmell. Ethan attended Littlefield Middle School and Lumberton High School. He loved playing basketball and spending time with family and friends. Ethan touched so many lives by his smile and caring loving personality. He leaves to cherish his memories his parents Courtney Oxendine and Kevin Oxendine of the home four sisters Alexis Fields Destiny Wynn Jakayla Lewis and Jahonna Chavis of the home his maternal grandmother Linda Locklear Jerry of Maxton his maternal grandfather Timothy Ray Hunt of Lumberton seven aunts Christy Jason Sanchez of Lumberton Latisha of Florida Chelsea Xazier Alas of Italy Hillary of…

Portrait of Mr. Willis Leggett Jr.

Mr. Willis Leggett Jr.

, North Carolina

May 10, 2026

Willis Leggett Jr. lovingly known as Pumpkin Uncle Pumpkin departed this life on May 11 2026. He passed away peacefully at his home in Lumberton North Carolina following a short illness. Willis was born on December 191952 in Lumberton North Carolina to the late Willis Leggett Sr and Marie McKinnionLeggett. Growing up Willis spent a great deal of time with his father learning how to repair broken items in people homes and develop skills in painting and plumbing. However his father never allowed him to do electrical work. Willis became known as a hardworking dependable man who could fix almost anything. Throughout his life he worked many jobs including working at the family neighborhood store. After attending High School he begins working as a brick mason. He worked this job for many years refurbishing hotels in many states in the United States. He loved this job because he had the…

Portrait of Mrs. Deloise Baxter

Mrs. Deloise Baxter

, North Carolina

Its with sadness and sorrow we officially announce the transition of Mrs. Deloise W. Baxter 82 of Rowland.

Portrait of Mr. Edward Lowery

Mr. Edward Lowery

, North Carolina

Its with sadness and sorrow we officially announce the transition of Mr. Edward Charles Lowery 75 of Orrum. Service details are forthcoming......

Portrait of Peggy Walters

Peggy Walters

, North Carolina

Ms. Peggy Ann Walters was born on July 21 1949 to the late Buddy and Bertha Mae Winningham Walters. She departed this earthly life to go to her eternal home on May 13 2026. She accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior at an early age and was a faithful member of First Orrum Missionary Baptist Church. She loved her Church family and worked diligently in the kitchen thrived on the upkeep of the cemetery as she was the chairperson. It was a joy to hear her melodious voice rang out as she sang on the choir. She held various positions and she loved them all. She attended Proctorville High School and participated in sports. She was part of the championship basketball team of 1965. Peggy was always pleasant wore a smile and was very resourceful. She loved spending time with and planning Family Reunions and family gathering. She loved…

Portrait of Shaquan Blount

Shaquan Blount

, North Carolina

Shaquan Nyshear Blount passed away on Saturday May 16 2026 The full obituary will follow soon. Shaquan Nyshear Blount passed away on Saturday May 16 2026 The full obituary will follow soon.

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