obituaries

Jul 27, 2026

John Standing Pait III, 59, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. While his passing came sooner than his family expected, they take comfort in knowing he is now at peace.

Known for his quiet nature and love of the outdoors, John found happiness in...

Jul 24, 2026

Frederick Joecephus Floyd, Jr., age 77, of Orrum, NC passed away on July 24, 2026.

Mr. Floyd was born December 30, 1948 in Perquimans, County, NC to the late Frederick J. Floyd, Sr. and Mary Alice Felton Floyd. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Myrtle Oliver Floyd.

He...

Jul 24, 2026

Johnny Allen Grooms, 70, of Lumberton, NC, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026. He was born in Robeson County on December 9, 1955, to William Grooms and Mattie Neal Stubbs Grooms.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Sherry Grooms.

Johnny was a...

Jul 23, 2026

Leo "Nip" Stone, 85, passed away on July 23, 2026, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was born on April 14, 1941, in Lumberton, North Carolina, to Forest and Snow Stone.

To many people, he was Leo Stone. To those who knew and loved him, he was simply Nip.

Leo was...

Jul 21, 2026

Darlene Lockley, age 52, of Fairmont, NC passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.

Darlene was born on February 20, 1974, to the late Montgomery "M.G." Evans and the late Etta Mae Britt Evans.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Lockley;...

Jul 19, 2026

Mr. James Marshall "JM" Rogers, age 84, of Fairmont, NC, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Rogers was born on November 19, 1941, in Robeson County to the late James Orell Rogers and the late Irene Andrews. A proud United States Army...

Jul 19, 2026

Beverly Britt Freeman Reaves, age 63, passed away at her home in Orrum, NC, on July 19, 2026.

She was born on October 4, 1962, in Lumberton, NC, and was preceded in death by her parents, Romulus and Theda Mae Freeman.

She is survived by her husband, Joeseph "Joe"...

Jul 19, 2026

Anthony Bruce "Tony" Simmons, age 67, of Lumberton, passed away on Sunday, July 19, 2026.  He was born in Robeson County, NC on November 12, 1958.  While his family grieves his loss, they also celebrate a life that was filled with laughter, love, generosity, and an unwavering devotion to those he held dear.

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Jul 16, 2026

Robert Marvin Sell, 88, of Lumberton, NC passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at GlenFlora Assisted Living Center, Lumberton, NC. Robert was born in Lumberton, NC on January 15, 1938, to Marvin Moore Sell and Lucille Jennings Sell. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother; William Moresen Sell, sisters; Rebecca Ann "Becky"...

Jul 13, 2026

Betty Hicks Hyatt, 76, of Garner, passed away on July 13, 2026. Born August 17, 1949, in Sardis, SC, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rusty Hyatt.

Betty is survived by her daughter, Dr. Kandice van Beerschoten; Stephan, her son-in-law, whom she loved as a son; two grandchildren, Alex and Krista; her brother, Robert...

Jul 12, 2026

Margaret Louise Stantliff Walton Tyner, 86, of Lumberton, NC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2026, surrounded by some of her precious family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Herbert Theodore Walton; her husband, Joseph Harold Tyner; and her beloved daughter, JoAnn Walton Tyner...

Jul 11, 2026

La Sra. Elida Gómez Vásquez, de 36 años, falleció el sábado 11 de julio de 2026. Nació el 22 de julio de 1989, hija de Conrado Gómez Bail y María Elena Vásquez Ramírez.

Además de sus padres, le sobreviven su esposo, Melvin López; sus hijos: Judith López, Melvin Josué López, Brandol López y...

Jul 10, 2026

James "Jack" Dew Hardin, 81, of Lumberton, NC, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026 at UNC Chapel Hill.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gus and Lillie Mae Hardin; his wife, Naomi Hardin; two brothers, Stanley Hardin and WH Hardin; sisters, Carrie Mae, Shirley Miller, Bertha Mae Hardin, and Pauline Hardin;...

Jul 9, 2026

Mrs. Bernice "Peggy" Mae Locklear, age 79, of Lumberton, NC, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026. She was born in Robeson County, NC on April 21, 1947 to the late John Allen & Betty Florence Clark.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Locklear, and a brother,...

Jul 7, 2026

Jesse Dale Sellers, age 56, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

He was born in Robeson county, NC on August 8, 1969. He loved his coffee, cigarettes, karate and roller skating.

He was preceded in death by the late Floyd Russell "Louie" and Brenda Warnke.

He is survived by two daughters, Kristina Green...

Jul 6, 2026

Donald Zane Russ, 37, of Tabor City, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Eva Russ and Mozell Carr; and grandfathers, Ronald Carr, Sr. and Levie Russ.

Some people leave footprints. Donald left tire tracks, laughter, and a lifetime of memories.

Jul 6, 2026

Richard Lee Meadows of Lumberton, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, faith, and family. Born on July 28, 1964, Richard was affectionately known as "Peanut" by his family throughout his childhood.

He is survived by his sons, Andrew and Daniel Meadows; the mother...

Jul 5, 2026

Brenda Carol Bottoms, 82, of Lumberton, NC, passed away on Sunday July 5, 2026 at Angel House Hospice Center in Whiteville, NC.

Brenda dedicated more than 40 years of her career to the healthcare profession as an X-ray technician. Her career reflected her strong work ethic and commitment to caring for others.

Outside...

Jul 4, 2026

William Douglas Hagin, 53, of Parkton, died on Saturday, July 4th, 2026, in his home.

William was preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Myra Hagin.

He is survived his sister, Laura Bullard (Darryl) of Fayetteville; his two nephews, Andrew Hagin of Parkton and Jesse Bullard of Stedman;...

Jul 3, 2026

Katrina M. Grant, age 62, passed into the more immediate presence of the Lord on Friday, July 3, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her father, James C. Grant; mother, Donna Henry Grant Byrd and her brother, Anthony Grant.

She is survived by her two brothers, James C....