Obituaries

Jun 23, 2021

Melvadell Bright Draughon of Fayetteville, N.C passed away June 23, 2021 at Highland House Nursing Home in Fayetteville, NC.

She was born in Newville, WV on February 5, 1937, daughter of Okey E. Bright and Lela Dennison Bright.  She was preceded in death by one brother.

Survivors include her husband, Robert Draughon, one son, Desmond Draughon, one brother, Edmond Bright...

Jun 21, 2021

Betty Powell Shackelford entered into eternal rest on June 21, 2021 following a battle with cancer. She was 75.

Betty was born in Danville, Virginia on March 22, 1946, was a graduate of Dan River High School and Averett College. She, her husband and 2 children became true North Carolinians in 1974 with a move to Fayetteville, North Carolina. Betty had...

Jun 13, 2021

Jerry Allen Smothers, 63, passed away with his family by his side on June 13, 2021 in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, June 19, 2021 at Judson Baptist Church. Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, followed by a 2:00 pm service.

Jerry was born on February 22, 1958 in...

Jun 12, 2021

Mrs. Zola Mae Bulla Costello, 80, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Born on December 7, 1940, to the late Thomas Jefferson Bulla and Verta Louise Bulla.

She was preceded in death by her husband John Douglas Costello and one son John Thomas Costello.

She was a member...

Jun 12, 2021

Teresa J. Harris, 67, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at her home.

She was born on March 1, 1954, in Ft. Benning, GA, to the late Marvin and Margie Durham.

Teresa was an avid gardener who loved sharing the great outdoors with her family.  When she was not outside, she would be found cooking for her...

May 30, 2021

Robert Winslow Warren, Sr., 78, of Eastover, passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021, at his home.

A native of Eastover Community, he was born on May 27, 1943, to the late Roy and Juanita Warren. 

A steward of Cumberland County, Robert was a Christian who always praised Jesus and sought to give God the glory for his gifts and...

May 30, 2021

MSG Ret. Frank “Barney” Kenneth Byrne, of Fayetteville, NC, peacefully passed away at his home, surrounded by family on May 30, 2021. Frank K. Byrne was born on November 19, 1931 to Charles J. Byrne and Lucille E. Byrne in Toledo, Ohio. He was 89 at his passing.

Mr. Byrne is survived by his four children, mothered by Lena M. Byrne...

May 27, 2021

Howard “Howie” Lloyd, 76, a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel and Cumberland County employee, passed away peacefully at home in Fayetteville on May 27th after a battle with cancer. 

Howie is survived by his wife of 48 years, Virginia “Ginny”, his children Danielle Lafferty (Josh) of Ft. Worth, TX, Jackie Tanenbaum (Drew) of Hunt Valley, MD, and Kristen Lloyd of Raleigh,...

May 21, 2021

In the early hours of May 21st, 2021, while surrounded by his wife and children, James Leonard Jacobs 73, left this earthly world to be reunited with loved ones that had gone before him.

Born March 10th, 1948 under a collard leaf in Fayetteville, NC to the late Chief James P Jacobs and the late Viola E Jacobs (Whitehead).  JL,...

May 18, 2021

Katherine “Kitty” Davis

 

Our beloved mother, Mimi, and friend, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 18, 2021. She passed at home with her daughter by her side and surrounded by loved ones. Kitty’s strength and determination served her well as she continued to fight for healing despite her failing health. She was able to enjoy...

May 17, 2021

Christopher Glenn Jones, 43, of Fayetteville, passed away on May 17, 2021.

He was born on December 11, 1977, to Janice Jones and the late Glenn Faircloth.  He is also predeceased by his daughter, Alexis Jones; brother, Dwight Jones; and sister, Sherryl Jones.

Left to cherish Chris’s memory are his children, Damien Jones, Faith Berryhill, Shania Jones, Hailey Smith, Kortiella...

May 13, 2021

Ismael Rodriguez, 72, of Fayetteville, passed away on Thursday, May 13, 2021.

He was born in Puerto Rico on September 3, 1948.

He proudly served in the US Army.  He was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War and completed his career at Ft. Polk in Louisiana.  He will be most remembered for his knowledge and ability to repair cars.

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May 9, 2021

William “Fred” Varian, 92, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on May 9th.  Known to friends and family as Fred, he was born in Charleston, WV, to Wilber and Willie Varian on February 23, 1929.  As a devoted husband and father, Fred and his wife, Linnie raised three daughters and one son.  Tragically, in 1988, Fred lost his wife to cancer. ...

May 6, 2021

Mr. Ronald Eugene Pilcher, 68, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

He was born on July 1, 1952 and was preceded in death by his mother Betty Jean Pilcher.

He was a retired supervisor from M.J. Soffee Manufacturing.  He was an avid Tarheel and NASCAR fan. 

Ronnie had a sense...

May 6, 2021

Mr. Ernest Harold Young, Sr., 88, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on April 14, 1933 in Cumberland County, NC to the late Matthew Paxton Young and Edith Vernell Young.

He was a Korean War Veteran of the U.S. Navy with numerous medals and commendations.

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May 3, 2021

Phomma Senesourinh passed away after an extended illness on May 3, 2021 in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Phomma was born in Ban Lakhonepheng, Laos on November 2, 1940 to Titta and Opema Senesourinh.

After joining the Royal Lao Army at age 14, he was promoted to the rank of captain and served until the Communist takeover of Laos in 1976.

He...

May 3, 2021

Harvey Wright Raynor, III “Butch” passed away on Monday May 3, 2021 at his residence.

Butch was born on September 14, 1950 to Harvey W. Raynor, Jr. and Jewel Raynor Geesin.  He attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and then went to North Carolina Central University where he received his law degree.

Butch lived in Belhaven, NC...

Apr 29, 2021

Randolph Franklin Kirchner, 81, originally of Bay Shore, NY passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at his home in Fayetteville, NC.

Randy, as he was known, was born in Islip, NY to Hugo and Elva Kirchner (Jasson), on July 25, 1939. He grew up in Islip and Bay Shore, NY. Eleven years ago, he...

Apr 28, 2021

Apr 28, 2021

Deborah Hartzell, 69, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021.

She was born in Harrisburgh, PA, on March 8, 1952, to the late Donald and Pearl Zeiders. 

Deborah will be best remembered for being a great mother and grandmother who loved to color and play cards with her grandbabies.

Left to cherish Deborah’s memory are her son, David...