Willie Parker
, North Carolina
Funeral services will be August 22 2026 at 1 pm at Butler Son Funeral Home Roseboro N.C.
Sgt. Major Ret. David Underwood Sr.
, North Carolina
August 9, 2026
Sergeant Major Ret. David DeLane Underwood Sr. of Clinton North Carolina passed away on August 10 2026 at the age of 84. He was born in Clinton North Carolina on August 16 1941 to the late William Thomas Underwood and Juanita Butler Underwood. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter Vanessa Underwood and his sisters Clarissa Butler and Laurine Underwood Hill. Davids family meant the world to him. Simple visits and family gatherings were special to him. He welcomed so many as friends and family and he was also special to them. The military introduced him to even more friends who became a part of his extended family. He entered the United States Army in August 1959 and began his career as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg North Carolina. Throughout his career he served in numerous leadership and specialized positions…
Paul Perko
, North Carolina
Paul Edward Perko age 92 of Clinton North Carolina formerly of Cherry Grove South Carolina passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday August 11 2026. Paul was born in Spokane Washington on April 3 1934 to the late John and Mary Perko. He graduated from Stanford University with the Class of 1956 earning his degree in Mechanical Engineering. Paul went on to have a long and distinguished career as the CEO of North Coast Electric Company in Bellevue Washington where he was highly respected for his leadership and integrity. Outside of his professional life Paul was a sports fan who enjoyed golfing skiing and boating. He and his wife Wanda loved to travel including 35 years of annual trips to Cabo San Lucas. He considered his family to be his greatest achievement. Paul is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years Wanda Perko his children Lee Perko Faramarz Lynn…
Robert Rizor
, North Carolina
Mr. Robert Martin Rizor 75 of Clinton passed away at Sampson Regional Medical Center on August 3 2026. Funeral services will be held in Akron Ohio by Bacher Funeral Home. Interment with Military Honors will follow in North Lawn Memorial Gardens. Born in 1950 in Ohio Mr. Rizor was the son of the late Hershel D. and Eblis Elizabeth Kellen Rizor. He was a proud veteran having served in the United States Army for 20 years. Following his military career he was a Certified Public Accountant and drove a semitruck for sixteen years. He is survived by his wife Nancy Miller daughter DeenAnna Rizor Smart of Creedmoor NC and three grandchildren.
Charlie Daniel
, North Carolina
Born on April 12 1962 in Sampson County Perry was the son of the late Charlie Vaston and Betty Jean Moore Daniel. He was a loving and caring man who also was a member of Wells Chapel Church. Perry is survived by his wife Janice Hurley Daniel of the home stepdaughter Brianna Allen of the home two stepsons Timothy Allen Naomi of Clinton and Eric Hurley Amy of Connecticut sister Betty Irene Daniel of Wallace nephew Joshua Biggs of Harrells great nephew Gabriel Skyler Biggs of Harrells and Five grandchildren.
Marguerite Lockamy
, North Carolina
On August 4th2026Marguerite McCorquodale Lockamy age 82 of Dunn passed away peacefully at UNC Hospital in Clayton NC. Shewas surrounded byherfamily whenshetookherfinal breath and went to be greeted by her loved ones in heaven. Margueritewas born inFalcon NC onJanuary20th1944to Theron C. McCorquodale and Magdalene Beasley McCorquodale both deceased. She worked in various jobs before settling into her career at South River Electric Membership Corporation. Marguerite retired in 2005 after 30 years of employment with South River. She was a dedicated worker and developed many relationships and lifelong friendships during her time there. She was an active member of Lees Chapel Church and was involved in the Womans Auxiliary. She loved being a part of the flower and card ministry. She loved her church family. Alongside John P she enjoyed gardening and canning many fruits and vegetables from their garden. She was an avid photographer and loved to take pictures. She…
Lloyd Jackson
, North Carolina
Lloyd Allen Jackson of Houses Mill Road Newton Grove passed away peacefully on August 6th in his home surrounded by his devoted family. Lloyd was one week shy of 90 years old and a large surprise birthday party was planned for August 8th at Salem Pizza. Lloyd married the love of his life Earline Maynard on September 7 1956 and they were blessed to celebrate 67 years together. They traveled to numerous places including Hawaii Alaska and Niagara Falls. A special piece of their hearts was in the Pigeon ForgeGatlinburg Tennessee area frequenting Dollywood. Lloyd retired with House Autry Mills Inc. after 55 years. Before and after retirement Earline and Lloyd could be seen at the NC State Fair HouseAutry frying up delicious hush puppies as they renewed old acquaintances and began new ones. He was known as the Hushpuppy King by many during the CB era. Lloyd and Earline…
Robert Thornton
, North Carolina
Mr. Robert Ernest Thornton age 83 of Old Crow Road Newton Grove N.C. passed away at his residence on August 4 2026 with his loving family by his side. His funeral service will be held Saturday August 8th at 2p.m. at The Lighthouse Church Newton Grove. The family will receive family and friends from 1 till 2 prior to the funeral service. Burial will follow the service at Hillcrest Cemetery. Robert was preceded in death by his parents Laudis and Mary Gladys Jernigan Thornton. Left to cherish his memories are his wife Judy Sports Thornton stepson Charles Brogdon stepdaughters Josephine Quackenbos the late Mark Reed Charlene Lawhorn Robert Sarah Westmoreland Crystal Brogdon Rick Goodale and Jessica Moyer. 19 step grandchildren 1 deceased and 27 step great grandchildren. One sister Francis Johnson. Also neices nephew and great neices and nephews Jr. Angie A.J. Alisson and Anna.
James "Jimmy" Houston
, North Carolina
James A. Jimmy Houston husband father grandfather uncle and friend went home to be with Jesus after a brief and courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia AML. His battle with leukemia was fierce and far too short but it was only a small part of the story of a life well lived. Jimmy spent 25 years with IBM in Durham before retiring and returning to a life that suited him well farming being outdoors and enjoying the simple things that brought him peace. He was an avid fisherman his entire life and some of his happiest and quietest moments were spent with a fishing rod in his hand whether sitting in his boat on a pond or casting a line from the pier. He also loved hunting college football NASCAR and just about any good reason to spend time outdoors. Generally softspoken Jimmy had a remarkable sense of humor. He…
Susan Conrad
, North Carolina
Susan KingConrad 74 went home to be with the Lord on August 8 2026 at Sampson Regional Medical Center in Clinton NC. She worked for many years and retired from Fairmont State University where she was a secretary in the Student Affairs Office. Susan was married to the love of her life Kenneth Eugene Conrad who loved and adored her for 56 years. She is survived by one daughter Michelle Conrad Worley her spouse Paul and two granddaughters that she loved dearly Kelcey and Leah. She is also survived by one sister Beverly Rhynearson one sister in law Nancy Conrad Edgell Jack three brothersinlaw Keith Joyce Conrad Tim Becky Conrad Mark Sissy Conrad and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her fatherinlaw and motherinlaw Hurcle D. and Mary Catherine Conrad brotherinlaw Karl Gail Conrad and brotherinlaw Bert Rhynearson. Her wishes were to be cremated. There will…
Timothy Weeks
, North Carolina
Timothy Daniel Danny Weeks 73 of Clinton North Carolina passed away on Sunday August 9 2026 at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill. Danny was born in Sampson County on October 29 1952 to the late George Junior Peewee Weeks and Emma Frances Jones Weeks. He was a beloved son brother father grandfather and friend whose life was marked by hard work loyalty compassion and a willingness to help others. At the heart of Dannys life was his faith in Jesus Christ. He trusted Jesus and sought to live his life with the understanding that what we have and what we are able to do are gifts from God. His faith was reflected not only in what he believed but in the way he treated peoplewith kindness generosity humility and a willingness to help. As a son Danny carried the love and influence of his parents throughout his life. As a…
Ronnie Williams
, North Carolina
Ronnie Warren Williams 74 of Turkey passed away at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville on Friday August 7 2026 with his loving family at his side. A Funeral service will be held 11AM Wednesday August 12 at Clinton Family Worship Center with Rev. Ben Troublefield officiating. Burial will follow in the Clinton Cemetery. The family will receive friends 68PM Tuesday at CrumplerHoneycutt Funeral Home and other times at the home. Ronnie was a native of Sampson County and the widower of Evelyn Kay Carr Williams and son of the late Elbert and Kathleen Hope Williams. He was retired from Concrete Materials Central Construction Group. He was preceded in death by brothers Randy Williams Danny Smith Elbert Thomas Williams Glen Williams and three sisters Lisa Williams Edna Spell and Judy Williams. He is survived by two children Tommy Williams Pat and Beverly Williams five grandchildren Michael T. Williams Jenna…
Donald Davis
, North Carolina
Donald Ray Davis 75 of 308 W Wards Bridge Road was called home by the Lord Thursday August 6 2026 at his home. A funeral service will be held at 1 PM Monday August 10th at CrumplerHoneycutt Funeral Home with Will Scharp officiating. Interment to follow in Devotional Gardens in Warsaw. The family will receive friends from 4 PM 6 PM Sunday at CrumplerHoneycutt Funeral Home. Donald born May 7 1951 in Greene County was the son of the late Horace Davis and Tempie Harper Davis. He was a fleet manager for S W Concrete company. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a granddaughter Raven Brook Lillie. Survivors include wife of 32 years Connie Roberts Davis sons Donald Ray Davis Jr. Stacey Timothy Lillie Jenn Rodney Lillie Laura and Kevin Davis Nikki grandchildren Gunner Davis Nicholas Davis Brandon Davis Ava Lillie Davis Lillie London Lillie…
Lucy Burnette
, North Carolina
Lucy Catherine Strickland Burnette 86 of 7648 N US Hwy 421 passed away Thursday August 13 2026 at UNC Healthcare in Chapel Hill. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM Monday August 17th with Rev. Dennis Newton and Rev. Dr. Randy Simmons officiating at New Bethel Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Grandview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one hour before the service at the church and at other times at the home of her daughter Tasha Locklear at 203 Deer Track Trail Clinton. Lucy born August 23 1939 in Sampson County was the daughter of the late Raeford Almond Strickland and Vinnie Pearl Royal Strickland. Lucy worked with the New England Trading Company Manhattan NY as a Clerk with Doxey Plywood Corporation in Fayetteville as a Head Start Social Worker and teacher with Sampson County and as a Day Care DirectorTeacher NCCIA in Raleigh. She…
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