Obituaries

Zebulon Dowd Nichols

Zebulon Dowd Nichols

Jul 28, 2020

Zebulon Dowd “Zeb” Nichols, 37, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2020.

He was born in Fayetteville on June 27, 1983 to Jackie and Wyman Andrew Nichols, Jr..  Zeb was preceded in death by his grandparents, Wyman and Eva Nichols, Arlene Owen; uncles, Ray Nichols and Walter E. Jordan, Jr.; cousin, Josh Nichols Jordan.

Zeb leaves behind his...

Frances Vendettuoli

Frances Vendettuoli

Jul 23, 2020

Mrs. Frances L. Vendettuoli, 87, of Fayetteville, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2020, at Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital in Fayetteville.

She was born on June 9, 1933, to the late Ada Jane and Thomas Handy Lee.

Frances leaves behind her loving husband Pat and 2 daughters, Tanya Iadonisi and husband Toby, Angela Naylor and husband Eddie Sr.; 4 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren;...

Erdie Picart

Erdie Picart

Jul 19, 2020

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:7

Erdie Picart was born February 20, 1949 in Santruce, Puerto Rico.

He departed this life on July 19, 2020.

Erdie graduated from E. E. Smith High School, Fayetteville, NC. After graduation he join the US Army and was station in, Ft...

Gary Michael Logan

Gary Michael Logan

Jul 14, 2020

Gary Michael Logan, 75 of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2020, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

He was born on May 8, 1945 in Cumberland County, NC to the late Frank Logan and Blanche Matthews Logan.

Gary scored the first touch down at Seventy First High School. Gary was the owner and operator of Logan’s Body...

Joyce Owen

Joyce Owen

Jul 11, 2020

Joyce Whitaker Owen, 89, left this world for her heavenly home on July 11, 2020, in her home, surrounded by her family.

Joyce was born in Jefferson Parrish, LA on October 13, 1930 to Roy James and Blanche Shearin Whitaker.  When Joyce was 10 years old, her parents returned with their six children to their North Carolina roots, settling in...

John Dennis Starling, Jr.

John Dennis Starling, Jr.

Jul 10, 2020

John Dennis Starling, 77, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2020.

A graveside funeral service is planned for 11am on Thursday, July 16, 2020, at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church.

Services are entrusted to Sullivan's Highland Funeral Service & Crematory.

U.S. Navy ET3 Jared Samuel Olds

U.S. Navy ET3 Jared Samuel Olds

Jul 8, 2020

Jared S. Olds, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away on July 8th, 2020.

Jared graduated from Terry Sanford High School and then enlisted in the US Navy as an Electronics Technician.

Jared was proudly serving as a crew member aboard the USS Bainbridge.

Jared is preceded in death by his grandmothers Evelyn and Carol, his great-aunt Kathy, and his dog-niece Breezy.

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Harry S. Hooks

Harry S. Hooks

Jul 6, 2020

Mr. Harry S. Hooks, 95, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020 at his residence.

Harry was born on April 18, 1925 in Wilson, North Carolina.

He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and retired from Equifax.  Harry was also a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church.

He is survived by his loving wife Priscilla Hooks, of the home;...

SFC (Ret.) John W. Buchanan

SFC (Ret.) John W. Buchanan

Jul 4, 2020

US Army SFC (Ret.) John Wood Buchanan, 85, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2020.

He was born in Hamburg, NY, on March 5, 1935.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Williams Buchanan; and siblings, Lillian, Florence, Jim, Roderick, and Harvey.

As a Military Policeman, he proudly served in many locations including Alaska (while it...

Jeffrey Scott Hunter

Jeffrey Scott Hunter

Jul 3, 2020

At the present time, no services are scheduled.

Selwyn J. H. Bhattan

Selwyn J. H. Bhattan

Jun 28, 2020

Selwyn J. H. Bhattan, 25, of Fayetteville, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020.

He was born in West Islip, NY on June 8, 1995, to Selwyn and Maria Bhattan.

Selwyn enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his daughter, Angelina “Sweets”.  He had a passion for fast cars and loud music.

Selwyn leaves behind, his parents, Selwyn and Maria...

Frances Arlene Owen

Frances Arlene Owen

Jun 24, 2020

Frances Arlene Owen, 84, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2020.

She was born to the late Sarah and Robert Jackson, Sr., in Cumberland County on August 2, 1935.  Also preceding her in death was her sister, Shiver West.

She retired as a Librarian from the Cumberland County Public Library.  She was a very devoted wife, mother, grandmother,...

Nilsa Ivette De Los Santos

Nilsa Ivette De Los Santos

Jun 18, 2020

Nilsa Ivette Del Los Santos, 73, died June 18th, 2020, in her home in Fayetteville, NC.

A graveside memorial service for immediate family only will be held Wednesday, June 24th, at Cumberland Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Fayetteville.

Nilsa was born March 5, 1947, in San Juan, Puerto Rico to Liborio and Gloria Picart. Her father was a career military soldier,...

Little Miss Peyton Faye Juarbe

Little Miss Peyton Faye Juarbe

Jun 12, 2020

Peyton Juarbe's Obituary In loving memory of Peyton Faye Juarbe, born January 16th, 2014 and earned her angel wings on June 12th, 2020.

Peyton Juarbe was a sweet soul who was called home to heaven very early in her life. She was a cheerful and happy 6 year old that was full of joy and life. She loved cartoons. Her...

Steve Turbiville

Steve Turbiville

Jun 9, 2020

Steve Turbiville fell asleep in death on Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center after a short illness.

There will be a Memorial Service, via Zoom, on Saturday, June 20, 2020.  Slide presentation will begin at 11:00 am, services to follow at 11:30 am, with Titus Estep officiating.  The Zoom Meeting ID:  858 016 5891, Password 1954. 

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Pauline Wright Lancaster

Pauline Wright Lancaster

Jun 8, 2020

Pauline Wright Lancaster, 86 of Hope Mills, NC  passed away peacefully on June 8, 2020 at her home.

Born on June 7th, 1934 in Bladenboro, NC to parents Annabel and Jack Wright, she was the fourth child out of six. She married the love of her life, AT Lancaster at the young age of 16 and shortly thereafter had her...

Douglas Llewellyn Odom

Douglas Llewellyn Odom

Jun 6, 2020

Mr. Douglas Llewellyn Odom (Doug) died on June 6, 2020, at the age of 54 at his home in Charlotte, North Carolina. Born in Rocky Mount, Doug moved with his family to Fayetteville, North Carolina during his elementary years. Growing up in Fayetteville, Doug earned Eagle Scout honors, was a gifted soccer player, and graduated from Fayetteville Academy in 1984. 

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U.S. Army Ret. 1SG Guy Edward Harris

U.S. Army Ret. 1SG Guy Edward Harris

Jun 3, 2020

Guy Edward Harris July 24, 1931 – June 3, 2020 Guy Edward Harris of Jasper, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2020 at the age of 88.

He was born July 24, 1931 in Jasper, Tennessee, to the late Louis Harris and the late Zetta Crabtree Harris.

Guy served 22 years in the U.S. Army and retired as a...

Lucille Saunders

Lucille Saunders

May 30, 2020

Lucille McLean Saunders, 100, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at Whispering Pines Nursing Home.

She was born in Cumberland County on May 29, 1920 to the late Marshall and Laura McLean.

She worked with her husband, James Saunders, at Pee-Wee’s Sandwich Shop in downtown Fayetteville for many years.  Then she retired from First Citizens Bank after...

Thomas Ray Jestes

Thomas Ray Jestes

May 27, 2020

Thomas Ray Jestes, 79, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at his home.

He was born in Greensboro, NC on November 28, 1940.  Tommy was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Blackburn Jestes and daughter, Terry Leigh Jestes.

He served as a Fayetteville Fire Fighter before working at Ft. Bragg until retirement.  In his spare time,...