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Alvin Leroy Norris

Alvin Leroy Norris

Apr 8, 2023

Retired US Air Force TSgt. Alvin Leroy Norris, 87, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill.

Alvin was born March 18, 1936, in Erwin, TN, to the late Lewis and Julia Norris.  After finishing school, Alvin joined the US Navy where he served for three and a half years.  He then enlisted...

Lisa Diane Stewart

Lisa Diane Stewart

Mar 22, 2023

Our beloved mother, wife, sister, daughter and aunt gained her heavenly wings after a brief illness.

Lisa is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, Tommy; her mother, Mavis Wheeler; son, Jackson Stewart and wife Meg, of Eastover; sisters, Pamela Burris of Fayetteville, and Kathy Gautier and husband David, of Roseboro; nephew, Brad Gautier of Roseboro;  niece, Danielle McMullen...

Rachel R. Violette

Rachel R. Violette

Mar 20, 2023

 

Rachel R. Violette, 85, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully in her home with her family by her side, on Monday, March 20, 2023.

Rachel was a retired civil service worker at Fort Bragg, but her biggest career was raising her five children. Their home was always a place of love and fellowship. As Rachel would say, “Friends, family, and...

Sue McKinnon Priest

Sue McKinnon Priest

Mar 20, 2023

 

Sue McKinnon Priest died on Monday, March 20, 2023.

Born in Cumberland County on January 11, 1936, the daughter of the late Earl Dallas McKinnon and Gertrude Wood McKinnon.

She graduated from Hope Mills High School and attended Flora MacDonald College in Red Springs, NC.  She graduated from the University of Pembroke.  She taught school in Cumberland County.

Sue...

Janie Vaughn King

Janie Vaughn King

Mar 19, 2023

Janie Vaughn King, 86, of Fayetteville, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at the Golden Years Nursing Home in Falcon.

Janie was born September 15, 1936 in Hamlet, NC, to the late Edward M. Vaughn, Sr. and Ruth Leila Dickson Vaughn.  She worked in real estate sales for over 48 years and was a member of the Million Dollar...

Frances Elliot

Frances Elliot

Mar 18, 2023

Frances Helene Hicks Elliot, 98, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, March 18th, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. 

She was born November 7th, 1924 to Godina Carolina Pope Hicks and DeWitt Hicks, and was the granddaughter of Fannie Broadfoot Tillinghast Pope and John Carwile Pope of Fayetteville.  

She was graduated from UNC Chapel Hill in 1946, and afterwards...

Terry Peterson

Terry Peterson

Mar 12, 2023

Retired US Army MSG Terry L Peterson, 71, of Fayetteville, passed away after a long and courageous battle with Huntington's Disease on Sunday March 12, 2023, at Autumn Care in Raeford, where he was residing and receiving care.  Terry was born in Iowa on April 16, 1951, and moved to Wisconsin shortly thereafter where he spent his youth. After enlisting...

Alice Ewen Hall

Alice Ewen Hall

Mar 4, 2023

 

Alice Ewen Hall, 95, of Fayetteville, passed away on March 4, 2023, at home, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Queens, NY, on March 31, 1927, to the late Frederick and Celia Ewen. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Charles Hall and her daughter, Carolyn Willoughby.

Left to cherish Alice’s memory...

Irmgard Frazier

Irmgard Frazier

Mar 3, 2023

 

Irmgard G. Frazier, 93, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, March 3, 2023, at home, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Germany on April 13, 1929, to the late Anton and Katarina Schoedel.  Also preceding her in death was her brother, Anton Schoedel.

Left to cherish Irmgard’s memory is her husband of nearly 66 years, Noah...

Isabel Marie Beasley

Isabel Marie Beasley

Feb 28, 2023

Ms. Isabel Marie Beasley, 43, of Fayetteville, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, after a long battle with end stage renal disease.

Marie was a lifelong member of Victory United Methodist Church.   Her greatest joy was spending time with her nieces and nephews.

Marie's family would like to give a special thank you...

Alfred Michael Vuocolo, III.

Alfred Michael Vuocolo, III.

Feb 27, 2023

 

Mr. Alfred Michael Vuocolo, III., 54, of Laurinburg, formerly of Fayetteville, passed away on February 27, 2023.

Michael was a talented guitarist and musician.  He was self-employed as a home repairman and house renovator and was quite capable at his craft.  Michael was a big-hearted guy and had a special affinity for dogs.

A memorial service will be held...

Martha Sharon Gunkel

Martha Sharon Gunkel

Feb 20, 2023

Martha Sharon Gunkel

(Phillips)

Martha Sharon Gunkel, age 70, of Eastover, NC, passed away, February 20, 2023, at home with her devoted husband right by her side.

Born on December 19, 1952, in Cumberland County, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Phillips and Catherine Hurst.

Martha was a homemaker and an integral part of raising her daughter and...

Billie Gladden Guy

Billie Gladden Guy

Feb 19, 2023

 

Billie Gladden Guy, 79, of Fayetteville, passed away on Sunday, February 19th at her home surrounded by her loving family, including her beloved dog, Nellie Jo.

Billie was born on March 3, 1943 to the late William and Louise Gladden of Lincolnton, NC.  She is also preceded in death by her first husband, Max Crawley and her second husband,...

Betty W. Hight

Betty W. Hight

Feb 16, 2023

 

Betty Wiggins Hight, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away on February 16, 2023.

She was born in Henderson, NC, on February 24, 1938, to the late Robert and Ruth Wiggins.  She was preceded in death by her husband H.B. Hight; son, Keith Hight; sister, Jean Reavis; and brother, Robert Wiggins.

Betty was a Civil Servant at Ft. Bragg for 30...

Thelma Smith

Thelma Smith

Feb 11, 2023

Our Sweet Mom:  Our hearts are broken but we are rejoicing that you are in heaven.

Thelma Lloyd Smith, 86, died on February 11, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born in Lynn, Massachusetts on July 21, 1936 and was the daughter of the late Arnold and Gertrude Lloyd. She graduated from Saugus High School in 1954. After marrying...

Esma Altman

Esma Altman

Feb 9, 2023

Ms. Esma Altman, 93, of Fayetteville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, February 9th, 2023.  

Esma will be remembered as a devoted Christian who loved reading her Bible and loved her family.

She is survived by her daughter, Audrey Doiron (Fayetteville) of the home and son, Richard Davis and his wife,...

Inge G. Hondros

Inge G. Hondros

Feb 9, 2023

  Inge G. Hondros, age 86, of Fayetteville, died on Thursday, February 9, 2023.  Born in Germany, Mrs. Hondros resided in Fayetteville for 48 years and enjoyed walking, gardening, and spending time with friends. She is survived by her son, Dean Hondros, his wife, Emily Martin-Hondros, and their children, Jackson and Peyton, of Cary, NC.   She is also survived by...

David Burdette Crane

David Burdette Crane

Feb 8, 2023

David Burdette Crane, 93, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 8, 2023.

He was born in Provo, UT, on December 21, 1929, to the late C.B. and Marie Crane.  Also preceding him in death was his wife of 65 years, Evelyn; his grandson, Benjamin Fortenberry; brother, Charles Crane and wife Deanna; and brother-in-law, Roger Esplin. 

He was an...

James Irvin Lee

James Irvin Lee

Feb 5, 2023

James Irvin Lee, 41, passed away in his home in Fayetteville, North Carolina, on Sunday, February 5, 2023.

In life, James blessed the world through creativity. He displayed natural artistic ability from an early age and honed his skills throughout his life. Several of his paintings were included in galleries for art shows. Although his art was largely a means...

Paul Howard Hatch, III.

Paul Howard Hatch, III.

Feb 4, 2023

Paul Howard Hatch, III was born in Rocky Mount, NC, on June 10,1957, the second child of Paul Howard Hatch, Jr. and Anne Norment Hatch.

After the death of his father his family moved to Fayetteville where he spent his childhood and graduated from Terry Sanford High School. Paul served in the United States Navy, where he excelled and graduated...

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