Obituaries
Sharon Kaye Carroll
Oct 2, 2025
Sharon Kaye (Freel) Carroll, 83, of Garland, NC, passed away on October 02, 2025, at The Gardens of Roseboro.
Sharon was born June 24, 1942, in Sioux City, Iowa. She is the daughter of the late Dallas and Reva Freel. She married Franklin Carroll on July 25, 1962, and their union was blessed with two children, Franklin Allen Carroll (Linda Carroll),...
Sabina Chavez Gamas
Sep 26, 2025
Sabina Gamas, a beloved homemaker, was born on April 10, 1927, in Camarines Sur, Philippines. She departed this world on September 26, 2025, in Garland, North Carolina, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion that touched the hearts of many.
A woman of deep faith, Sabina loved God and encompassed a spirit of warmth that was evident in her daily...
Linda Sholar Richards
Sep 24, 2025
Linda Sholar Richards, a beloved wife, sister, and friend, a dedicated professional, and community volunteer, passed away on September 24, 2025, in Asheville, North Carolina. She was born on January 23, 1944, in White Oak, North Carolina, to Clarence and Flora Sholar, who preceded her in death. Linda was also predeceased by her brother, Clarence Currie Sholar, Jr., young sister,...
Laura Linda Rice
Sep 15, 2025
Laura Linda Rice, a beloved homemaker born on March 8, 1938, in Robeson County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully in Cumberland County, North Carolina, on September 15, 2025, at the age of 87.
Laura was the cherished wife of Edwin G. Rice, who remains lovingly at their home. She is survived by her children, Mark Cain and his wife Abby of...
Micah Isaiah McKoy
Sep 12, 2025
Mr. Micah Isaiah McKoy, 21, of Elizabethtown, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025.
Micah leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, ZyAsia Crumb; his son, Micah Isaiah McKoy Jr.; his father, Michael McKoy; his mother; Marie Annette McKoy; his brother, Matthew McKoy; his grandmothers, Helen Hollis and Patricia Buck; his father-in-law, Roddie Crumb; his mother-in-law, Jacqui Carter; his sister-in-law, Harmony...
Geneva "Eva" Jean McNeil
Sep 10, 2025
Geneva Jean McNeil, affectionately known as Eva, was born on August 3, 1962, in Duplin County, NC. She departed this life on September 10, 2025, at CFVMC in Fayetteville, NC, leaving behind a legacy marked by love, family, and cherished memories.
Eva was known for her warm spirit and culinary skills, particularly her famous fish & chicken, a dish that brought...
Elaine Rich Carroll
Sep 10, 2025
Elaine Rich Carroll, 77, of Garland, NC, passed away September 10, 2025, in Goldsboro, NC. She was born January 4, 1948, to the late Eddis and Mildred Rich. She was a 1966 graduate of Garland High School. She married her high school sweetheart, William Elworth Carroll on August 28, 1966.
She enjoyed meeting and working with people within the community during...
John Buril Murphy
Sep 3, 2025
Mr. John Murphy, 94, of Rosedale, NY, passed away on Wednesday, September 03, 2025, in NY. He was born in Sampson County on July 08, 1931.
Visitation will be on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 11:00 am-12:00 noon, at Keathern Chapel Baptist Church, 92 Bland School Road, Harrells, NC. The service will then commence at 12:00 noon at the church, followed...
William "Billy" Petty
Sep 1, 2025
William “Billy” Luther Petty, December 31, 1949 – September 1, 2025
William “Billy” Luther Petty, 75, of Rocky Point, passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 1, 2025. He was born in Sampson County on December 31, 1949, to the late Luther and Carlene Petty.
Billy is preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Carlene Petty, and sister Celena Petty...
Alvie Carlton Fennell Sr.
Aug 29, 2025
Alvie C. Fennell, Sr., 69, of Bethlehem Twp., passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, August 29, 2025. Born in Harrells, NC. He was the son of the late, Alvie H. and Rosa M. (Alford) Fennell.
He was an active and devoted member of Grace Deliverance Baptist Church in Bethlehem for many years, where he also served as a trustee. Alvie...
Merian Lee Smith
Aug 28, 2025
Merian Lee Smith, a beloved seamstress and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home on August 28, 2025. Born in Sampson County on December 12, 1951, Merian was known for her honesty, dedication, and culinary skills. She approached life with a spirit of devotion, particularly evident in her commitment to her faith and her church, where...
Eloise Norris
Aug 25, 2025
Eloise Norris, beloved seamstress and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, in Bladen County, North Carolina, at the age of 85. Born on July 17, 1940, in Sampson County, NC, she was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who touched the lives of many during her lifetime.
Eloise spent many years dedicated to her craft as a...
Frances Rich
Aug 18, 2025
Frances McDaniel Rich, 93, of Garland, NC, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, in Elizabethtown, NC. She was born March 3. 1932 in Sampson County to the late Lacy R McDaniel and Margeret Carter McDaniel. She was a 1950 graduate of Garland High School and was the high school valedictorian. From there she attended Pineland College. and graduated with...
Vera Jacquelyn Brunette
Aug 16, 2025
Vera Jacquelyn Brunette, affectionately known as Jackie, passed away on August 16, 2025, in Wilmington, North Carolina at the age of 89. Born on June 9, 1936, in Bertram, Texas, Jackie led a remarkable life marked by her dedication to others and her myriad accomplishments.
Jackie pursued her passion for healthcare and earned a degree in Nursing, ultimately serving as a...
John "Fish" Fitzgerald Boykin Sr.
Aug 16, 2025
Eulogy for John Fitzgerald Boykin John Fitzgerald Boykin, affectionately known to many as “Fish,” was born on May 12, 1964, to Jay Lewis Boykin and Vernell Boykin in the close-knit and charming town of Rosehill, North Carolina. From the beginning, John carried with him a calm strength, a loving spirit, and a heart devoted to those he held dear.
In his...
Myrtise Murphy
Aug 16, 2025
Myrtise was born January 27, 1944, to the late Clarence Cheek and Lizzie Cheek in Bladen County. Myrtise was preceded in death by her husband, Alexander Murphy, and daughter, Regina Henry, her siblings, WC Cheek, Vernie Cheek Melton, Mattie L. Murphy, Verlia Brady, Jesse Waldo Cheek, Easter Cheek, and Janice Manuel. They will forever be in our hearts.
Myrtise received Jesus...
Don Ray Owens
Aug 7, 2025
Mr. Don Ray Owens was born to the late Marvin L. Owens Sr. and Mrs. Bessie T. Owens on February 5, 1957 in Bladen County. He peacefully departed this earthly realm on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the Magnolia Assisted Living facility in Clinton, NC.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Marvin L. Owens Sr. and Bessie T Owens...
Valentin Antonio Ventura
Aug 6, 2025
Valentin Antonio Ventura, 45, of Autryville, NC, passed away on Wednesday, August 06, 2025, in New Hanover County, NC.
Visitation: Friday, August 15, 2025, from 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Adventist Church, 690 Faison Hwy, Clinton, NC 28328.
Mass: Saturday, August 16, 2025, starting at 10:30 am, Carter Funeral Home, 111 North Ingold Avenue, Garland, NC 28441.
Interment: Following the Mass on Saturday, August...
Albert Gary Flynn
Aug 2, 2025
Albert Gary Flynn, affectionately known as "Gary," passed away on August 2, 2025, at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center in Wilmington, North Carolina, at the age of 71. He was born on October 31, 1953, in Pender County, North Carolina, and his life was marked by a profound impact on those who were fortunate enough to know him.
Gary...
Nolan Thomas Canady
Aug 1, 2025
Nolan Thomas Canady, 28, of Austin, Texas, and formerly of Garland, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, August 1, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father, Clayton Lamar Canady, his grandparents, James “Bo” and Peggy Davis, and Walter Canady, and an uncle, Stephen Gatyas.
Nolan is survived by his mother, Tracy Canady, two brothers, Clayton...
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