Obituaries

Oct 11, 2019

Willy C. “W.C." Westbrook passed away peacefully in his home on October 11th. He was a retired regional sales manager for Simpson Timber Company. W.C. requested no funeral but hopes his friends will raise a glass in his memory and then play some golf.

 

He is survived by his wife, Linda, daughters, Ashlee Hyatt (Charles) and Carrie Peed (Justin),...

Oct 10, 2019

William G. Wands (Billy)

Passed away peacefully, Thursday October 10, 2019 at the age of 72.

He was born February 13, 1947, to the late Leroy and Margaret (Mort) Wands in West Palm Beach Florida.

After graduating from Pine Forest High School, Billy joined the US Navy. Four years later, after receiving an Honorable Discharge, he took up working in...

Oct 4, 2019

US Army Ret. MSG William S. Gordon, 85, of Fayetteville, received his final orders for deployment on Friday, October 4, 2019.  He passed away at home in the presence of those who loved him best.

He was born in Jamaica, NY, on July 26, 1934, to the late George and Catherine Gordon.  He was also predeceased by his sisters, Alice...

Oct 2, 2019

Jessica "Lyn" McNeely, 55, of Fayetteville, NC went to rejoice with the lord on October 2, 2019

The funeral service will be held at 3513 Edna St., Fayetteville, NC 28311 at her home on Saturday October 12th at 4pm. Rev Tim Pheagin will be officiating the services. Visitation is welcome from 3pm-8pm.

Jessica was born in Shelby, NC on June...

Sep 28, 2019

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Sep 26, 2019

Jane McNeill Cleveland, 86, of Fayetteville passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2019, at her residence.

She was born on August 6, 1933 in Charleston, WV, to the late Major Andrew Vinson and Evelyn Walters McNeill.

The daughter of a Marine, she grew up living on many bases including Parris Island, and Camp Lejeune, as well as one in postwar...

Sep 25, 2019

Teddy Wayne McLean, 53, of Fayetteville, NC went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 25, 2019.

Teddy was born in Fayetteville, NC on June 6, 1966. He graduated from Pine Forest Sr. High School. He was employed by Rick Hendrick Toyota. He has always had a passion for cars and has worked in the auto industry most...

Sep 23, 2019

Sep 20, 2019

U.S. Army Ret. SGM Chastain Ellett Mallory, Jr., 90 of Fayetteville, NC passed away at home on Friday, September 20, 2019.

Born on October 11, 1928 in Ashland, VA to the late Chastain Ellett Mallory and Nancy Blont Shifflett.

A decorated Vietnam Veteran retiring with from the Army with over 30 years of honorable service receiving the Bronze Star and...

Sep 12, 2019

US Army MAJ Ret. Richard Varela, 69, of Sanford, formerly of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2019, surrounded by his family and closest friends.

Richard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, soldier, music lover and much more.  He proudly served over 20-years in the US Army, having served in Vietnam with the 9th Cavalry, F Troop and various...

Sep 6, 2019

Kenneth Ray Arnold, 71, of Raleigh, formerly of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019.

He was born on March 23, 1948, to the late William and Jessie Arnold.  Ray proudly served in the Army during the Vietnam War.

Ray leaves behind brothers, Tommy Arnold and wife Peggy, Doug Arnold, and Deon Arnold and wife Cynthia; sister, Becky Ackerman;...

Sep 6, 2019

Twila L. Fehlauer, 63, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019.

She was born in Champagne, IL on May 28, 1956 to Walter E. Fehlauer and the late Margie Fehlauer.

She had a love for children and worked for the Cumberland County School System for many years. She had a nurturing heart and loved taking care of others....

Sep 4, 2019

Aug 27, 2019

Mr. George “Pete” S. Garner, 69, of Fayetteville, NC passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 in Haymount Rehab & Nursing Center surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on July 25, 1950, in Cumberland County, NC to the late George Garner and Ruby Smith Garner. Preceding him in death also are one sister Barbara Sparkman and a nephew...

Aug 15, 2019

Samuel Morris Bass, Born November 4, 1924, went to be with his Lord on August 15, 2019. He was born in Kannapolis, NC to Rosella Bass Clark, and Walter Bass.

He was preceded in death by his wife Ercel Bennett Bass:  parents, three sisters:  Selena McGirt, Dorothy Foutz, and Adelaide Bass, and three brothers:  Calvin Bass, Joseph Bass, and Thad...

Aug 13, 2019

US Army SSG Ret. Valentino A. Johnson, 92, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at his home.

He was born in Worcester, MA, on July 20, 1927, to the late Malvina and Ernest Johnson.

Valentino proudly served during the Korean and Vietnam Wars in the 82nd Airborne. 

Left to cherish Valentino’s memory is his wife of 65...

Aug 12, 2019

Ms. Wendy Marie Graham, 45, of Fayetteville, NC passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019.

She was born on August 25, 1973 to John W. Graham and Peggy Bulla Graham at Fort Meade, MD.

She was a Communications Conversion Specialist at MAP Communications, Inc.  of Chesapeake, Virginia who worked from her home. 

She is survived by her parents John W....

Aug 10, 2019

Ruthmary “Gilly” Spence, 95 of Fayetteville. She lived, she loved, and she died! Gilly passed peacefully Saturday, August 10, 2019.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Bob Spence.

A memorial service is planned for 11:00 A.M., of Saturday August 24, 2019 in the chapel of Sullivan’s Highland Funeral Service with Dr. James Randall officiating.

In lieu of flowers,...

Aug 10, 2019

Derwood Hillman Godwin, Sr., 95, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2019, at his home.

He was born on August 4, 1924 to the late, Oliver and Hettie Godwin.  Also preceding him in death was his grandson Trey Godwin; and great granddaughter, Sally Marie Sowers; and siblings, Bill Godwin and Jean Lazenby.

Derwood proudly served in the Army...

Aug 6, 2019

US Army CSM Ret. James Duncan, 88, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, August 6, 2019.

He was born in Etowah Co., AL, on November 10, 1930 to the late Eugene and Ruby Duncan.  Also preceding James in death are his son, Tommy Duncan; granddaughter, Briana Tolar; grandson, Jimmy Duncan; and great granddaughter, Kimberly Kilgore.

James proudly served in the...