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Magelene "Doodle Bug" Deese Kilton

Magelene "Doodle Bug" Deese Kilton

Jan 6, 2026

Magelene "Doodle Bug" Deese Kilton, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026, at Scotland County Regional Hospice at the age of 80, surrounded by her loved ones.

The visitation will take place from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at Bumgarner Family Funeral Service and Crematorium Chapel in Laurinburg. The...

Rebecca Perkins Smith

Rebecca Perkins Smith

Jan 5, 2026

Rebecca Perkins Smith, 87, of Laurinburg, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026 at her home.

A memorial service will be held at New Hope Baptist Church on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., officiated by Rev. Nathan Black. A visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at the church.

Born April 20, 1938, in Scotland...

Danny Dean Henschen

Danny Dean Henschen

Jan 1, 2026

Danny Dean Henschen, 81, of Laurinburg, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Scotland Regional Hospice.

A memorial service, with masonic rites, will be held at Old Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church on Monday, January 5, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., officiated by Rev. Robert E. Button.

Born January 4, 1944, in Auglaize County, Ohio, he was a son of the late Verlin and...

Olivia Fitzgerald

Olivia Fitzgerald

Dec 27, 2025

Olivia Fitzgerald, age 77, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2025 at her residence.

Arrangements are being planned and will be announced.

Howard Thomas Cox

Howard Thomas Cox

Dec 27, 2025

Howard Thomas Cox, passed away Saturday, December 27, 2025, at FirstHealth Hospice Palliative Care in West End at the age of 82.

A graveside service with military rites to honor Howard's memory will be held on December 30, 2025, at 3:00 PM at Love Joy Church of which he was a member, officiated by Rev. Casey Harris and Rev. Tommy Privette....

Amada Dolores Tellez

Amada Dolores Tellez

Dec 25, 2025

Amada Tellez, age 80, passed away peacefully at 11:45 a.m. on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, surrounded by love. She was born on September 13, 1945, in El Sauce, El Salvador, to Jose Epifiano Garcia and Hermelinda Garcia Guzman.

Visitation will be held at Bumgarner Family Funeral Service and Crematorium on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM,...

Kevin Vello

Kevin Vello

Dec 23, 2025

Kevin Vello, age 70, passed away on December 23, 2025, at his home in Laurinburg, North Carolina. He was born on May 13, 1955.

Kevin was a lifelong sports fan, especially devoted to the Boston Bruins and New England Patriots. He enjoyed hockey, football, golfing, and playing Texas Hold’em poker. He had a deep appreciation for music, particularly classic rock, and...

George Lee Lucas, Sr.

George Lee Lucas, Sr.

Dec 23, 2025

George Lee Lucas, Sr., 86, of Star passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at his residence.

Born December 14, 1939, in Montgomery County, he was a son of the late George H. and Rachael Shuping Lucas. He was a Consulting Engineer in the textile industry for many years, built furniture, and was a former police officer in Randleman.

George enjoyed listening...

Ricky Leo McLendon

Ricky Leo McLendon

Dec 19, 2025

Ricky Leo McLendon, 66, of Albemarle passed away Friday, December 19, 2025.

There will be a private service held by the family.

Ricky was born on September 23, 1959, in Montgomery County, and he was the son of the late Leo and Annie Lou Bowles McLendon. Ricky enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing, going to the woods to his job logging, and spending time...

Dustin Michael Burr

Dustin Michael Burr

Dec 12, 2025

Dustin Michael Burr, born on September 23, 1991, in Chesterfield County, South Carolina, passed away on December 12, 2025, at Scotland Memorial Hospital. He was 34 years old.

Dustin was known for his humble spirit, infinite kindness, and ability to connect with everyone in his presence. He worked at Maxway and Quality Inn, where he developed lasting friendships and consistently brightened...

Jennifer Denice Jordan

Jennifer Denice Jordan

Dec 12, 2025

Jennifer Denice Jordan, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on December 12, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital at the age of 41.

A visitation will be held on Monday, December 15, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Bumgarner Family Funeral Service in Troy, NC. The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December r...

William Shane Briggs

William Shane Briggs

Dec 11, 2025

William Shane Briggs, age 52, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025 at this residence.

A full obituary will be forthcoming.

Virginia Inez Bumgarner

Virginia Inez Bumgarner

Dec 10, 2025

Virginia “Jenny” Frye Bumgarner, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at Randolph Hospice House at the age of 95.

Visitation will be held at Seagrove Christian Church in Seagrove, NC on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM, officiated by Rev. Nick Allen. Interment will follow at Randolph Memorial...

Robert Leonard Norris, Sr.

Robert Leonard Norris, Sr.

Dec 9, 2025

Robert Leonard Norris Sr., age 85, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Morrison Manor.

Visitation will be held at New Hope Baptist Church in Laurinburg, North Carolina, on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, followed by a funeral service at 2:00 PM, officiated by Pastor Nathan Black. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in McColl,...

Vander Clark, Jr.

Vander Clark, Jr.

Dec 7, 2025

Vander Clark, Jr., passed away on December 7, 2025, at the age of 89 at Scotland Memorial Hospital.

Born on November 8, 1936, in Marlboro County, SC, he was a son of the late Vander Clark Sr., and Lula Mae Turner Clark.

A retired Navy Commander, Vander dedicated 35 years of service to his country, making numerous deployments to Vietnam and traveling...

Vickie Darlene Rice

Vickie Darlene Rice

Dec 7, 2025

Vickie Darlene Rice, 75, of Laurinburg passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Pinehurst Healthcare and Rehabilitation.

No services are planned.

Born October 10,1950, in Marlboro County, SC, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Inez Bolton Rice.

She loved her children and her dog, Rusty. She also enjoyed coloring books and puzzles.

She is survived by her nieces, Toni Priest of...

Peggy Clark

Peggy Clark

Dec 1, 2025

Peggy Coble Clark, 85, of Troy passed away Monday, December 1, 2025 at FirstHealth Hospice & Palliative Care in West End.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Troy, officiated by Pastor Rodney Holmes and Pastor Rupert Medford. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive...

Robert "Bob" Lloyd Ussery

Robert "Bob" Lloyd Ussery

Nov 28, 2025

Robert (Bob) Lloyd Ussery, 91, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, in Raleigh, NC. A longtime resident of Laurinburg, NC, Bob was a devoted member of First Baptist Church, joyfully lending his voice to the church choir for 60 years.

Bob was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Josephine Parker Ussery, whom he faithfully and tenderly cared for in...

Donald Jerry Wright

Donald Jerry Wright

Nov 27, 2025

Donald Jerry Wright, age 63, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025 his residence. Known for his fun-loving spirit and goofy nature, Donald was truly one in a million. He was a dependable individual, renowned not only for his intelligence but also for his tough demeanor.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 2:00 PM...

Peggy Bandy Newsom

Peggy Bandy Newsom

Nov 26, 2025

Peggy Bandy Newsom, 86, of Troy passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at her residence.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church in Troy, with Dr. Robert Nelson officiating. Burial will follow at the First Wesleyan Church Cemetery in Troy. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. –...