MENU
Obituaries
David Gatewood
Aug 9, 2023
David Gatewood, 87, of Eastover, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at his home.He is a U.S. Army veteran where he served for 22 years. He later worked at MJ Soffe for 25 years.He was born and raised at Ft. Defiance, AZ, near Navajo Indian Reservation where he attended Ganado Missionary School. This is where he met the love...
Michelle Alisha Fortson
Aug 8, 2023
Ms. Michelle Alisha Fortson, 30, of Raeford, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.
Michelle is survived by her daughter, Marie Lachel Pittman; her parents, Maurice and Denise Fortson and Manuela Hobelsberger; siblings, Edward and Geneva Chrisman; uncles, Rick Fortson (Shena) and Otha Goerke (Gaby); and several cousins.
The family will receive friends on Friday, August 25, 2023, beginning at...
Sharon "Sher" Bynum
Aug 8, 2023
Sharon "Sher" Bynum, 71, of Stedman, passed away on August 8, 2023.
She was born on December 29, 1951, to the late Marjorie and Marlin Sampson. Also preceding her in death was her stepfather, Herb Vonderembse; son, Scott Jackson; and grandson, Garrett Bynum.
Sharon enjoyed being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and taking care of her many animals....
Heather Marie Stewart
Jul 31, 2023
Ms. Heather Marie Stewart, 44, of Fayetteville, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023.
Heather worked for Autism Therapeutic Services as a parent support coordinator. She was a strong pillar in her community and will be missed.
Heather is survived by her father, Eddy Stewart; sister, Jessica Stewart; and nephew, Desmond Stewart-Young.
She was preceded in death by her mother,...
Percy Wells (PW) Jessup, Jr.
Jul 31, 2023
Dr. Percy Wells Jessup, Jr. (PW) passed away on July 31, 2023, at The North Carolina State Veterans Home in Fayetteville, N.C. He was a devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend. He
practiced dentistry In Fayetteville for more than 50 years. Many of those years alongside his lifelong friend and dental school classmate, Joel Hedgecoe.
PW was the...
Curtis Lee Heldreth
Jul 30, 2023
Major (Retired) Curtis Lee Heldreth, 75, passed away July 30, 2023, in Fayetteville, NC, after an extended illness.Born and raised in Clarksburg, WV, he was the oldest of 5 children born to the late Walter Heldreth (two-time Purple Heart recipient from WWII) and Jeneva Ruth Rogers.
Curt was a graduate of Washington Irving High School, earned a bachelor’s degree from...
Frank James Britt
Jul 26, 2023
Frank James Britt, 75, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, with his loving family at his side.
He was born in Robeson County on November 10, 1947, to the late Joe Henry and Gracie Frances Britt. He is also preceded in death by his brother Robert Henry Britt and sister Debra Hair.
Frank proudly served in...
Norma Newton Smith
Jul 17, 2023
Norma Newton Smith, 87, of Fayetteville, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, July 17, 2023.
Norma is survived by her daughter, Kathy Smith of Fayetteville. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Ruby Newton; and her husband, Richard W. Smith.
Services will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may...
Sonia Rios-Baéz
Jul 15, 2023
Sonia Noemi Rios Baez, 63, passed away in her home in Fayetteville, NC on Saturday, July 15, 2023. She bravely fought a hard battle against cancer and never gave up hope. Her family is deeply grateful for how long she held on and for the additional memories they were able to share with her because of her immense strength and...
Mary Inez Frankenberg
Jul 10, 2023
Mary Inez Frankenberg, 80, of Fayetteville, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 10, 2023.
Inez is survived by her children, Barry, Roger Jr., Tom, Donna Sue (Carlton), her little boy Rodney Wayne (Sheri), and Brenda Lee; bonus children, Darell, Robert, Wade, Pauline, Melinda, Delbert, Sam (Sue); one brother, Albert Lowe, Jr.; niece, Tracy Willey (Ed)...
Jan Wiatr
Jul 9, 2023
US Army SFC (Ret) Jan Wiatr
Jan Wiatr, a long time resident of Fayetteville and Polish native, passed away peacefully on July 9th 2023 at his home at the age of 96.
He became a Lodge Act enlistee during 1952 serving in what is now known as America’s Foreign Legionnaires before volunteering for Special Forces. Jan proudly served in 77th...
John D. Ezzelle
Jul 7, 2023
Marcia B. Ezzelle (88) and John D. Ezzelle, Sr. (92), passed away on July 6 and July 7, 2023, respectively.
Marcia was a Registered Nurse until she decided to stay home and raise their five children. She enjoyed being outdoors, especially sitting in her swing.
John was a Shriner for over 60 years. He retired from Carolina Telephone/Sprint after...
Marcia B. Ezzelle
Jul 6, 2023
Marcia B. Ezzelle (88) and John D. Ezzelle, Sr. (92), passed away on July 6 and July 7, 2023, respectively.
Marcia was a Registered Nurse until she decided to stay home and raise their five children. She enjoyed being outdoors, especially sitting in her swing.
John was a Shriner for over 60 years. He retired from Carolina Telephone/Sprint after...
Angela A. Dial
Jul 4, 2023
Angela A. Dial, 59, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.
She was born on July 6, 1963, to the late Richard and Billie Avila. Also preceding her in death was her sister, Cathy Palaita; and uncle, Reggie Starrett.
Angela loved music, especially playing the piano. She enjoyed cooking for family and church functions. Her snowman and...
Nixon P. Smith
Jul 2, 2023
Nixon Pierce Smith was born in Roseboro, NC to Harvis and Mable Giles Smith on December 14, 1940. He was preceded in death by his parents, his maternal grandparents, Frederick and Molly Lee Giles, and his paternal grandparents, Edmon and Dolly Barnes Smith, who played a significant role in serving Mt. Elam Baptist Church.
To the blessing of his family...
Janet F. Leith
Jun 30, 2023
Janet Fritts Leith, aged 68, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023, in the comforting presence of her beloved family members.
A memorial service will be held to honor and celebrate Janet's remarkable life on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at 1 pm in Sullivan's Highland Chapel with Rev. Floyd Benfield presiding. The family will speak to friends following the service.
...
Frederick R. Frueauff IV
Jun 17, 2023
Fred Frueauff, age 87, formerly of Morrilton, AR, passed away on June 17, 2023, at Whispering Pines Nursing Home in Fayetteville NC. He was born March 19, 1936, in Tulsa OK, the son of Harry Day Frueauff, Jr. and Jan Trimble Frueauff.
Fred was a 1954 graduate of Columbia Military Academy, Columbia TN, and earned his BS in Industrial Management...
Judy Butler Robinson
Jun 12, 2023
Mrs. Judy Butler Robinson, 82, of Fayetteville, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, June 12, 2023.
Judy was born and raised in Gray’s Creek and was the daughter of William Gordon Butler and Mildred Lewis Butler. She spent a decade in Florida in the 60’s prior to returning to Fayetteville to start and raise a family...
Roger Dale Holmes
Jun 11, 2023
Roger Dale Holmes, born on May 27, 1953 (70) died on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at his home in Gray’s Creek, North Carolina with family by his side. Born in Sampson County to George and Bessie Holmes, Roger was the sixth of seven children, the baby boy, and some would say the favorite. They were a family of humble sharecroppers,...
Linda Crenshaw Godwin
Jun 8, 2023
Mrs. Linda Crenshaw Godwin, 75, of St. Pauls passed away at her home on Thursday, June 8, 2023.
She was born in Parkton, NC on June 2, 1948, to the late Alice & Max Crenshaw. She was proceeded in death by her loving husband, Richard Vance Godwin, and her sister, Patsy Crenshaw Long.
Linda loved being at the beach,...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts when new obituaries are posted
