Charlotte Dorene Callicutt

Aug 1, 2025

Charlotte Dorene Callicutt, age 63, of Biscoe, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025 at her residence.

A funeral service will be held Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Cabin Creek Independent Baptist Church, 186 Allens Alley Biscoe, NC 27209 officiated by Pastor Terry Craig. Burial will follow at Southside Cemetery.  The family will receive friends...

Shannon (Humphrey) Sedberry

Aug 1, 2025

Shannon Humphrey Sedberry, passed away on August 1, 2025, at the age of 42 at home surrounded by her family.

Born on July 9, 1983, in Randolph County, she was a daughter of Oza Humphrey (Teresa) of Seagrove and Kim Smith Christiana (Larry) of Star.

Shannon is survived by her husband of 11 years, Dustin...

William "Billy" Francis Owens

Jul 30, 2025

William Francis Owens, affectionately known as Billy to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, at the age of 87, at Hospice of Randolph in Asheboro.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Cedar Grove Baptist Church, 3012 Old NC Hwy. 49, Asheboro, NC 27205, officiated...

Nichole Francine Russell

Jul 28, 2025

Nichole Francine Russell, 43, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025.

No services are planned.

Born on September 25, 1981, in Benton County, Oregon, she was the daughter of Mary M. Vigil and the late Jimmy Lee Russell. Nichole was a woman of simple joys. She loved shopping, gardening, traveling, and animals. She also was...

Timothy Holt

Jul 28, 2025

Timothy Holt, 66, of Mt. Gilead passed away Monday, July 28, 2025 at his residence.

No services are planned.

Judy (Rockwell) Ellis

Jul 27, 2025

Judy Rockwell Ellis, 80, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Bumgarner Family Funeral Service and Crematorium Chapel, officiated by Pastor Crystal Blue. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will...

Phillip Ashley Wright

Jul 23, 2025

Our sweet son, brother, fiancé and uncle left this world to soon. He was truly loved and will be missed. He was a master welder.

A private service will be held at a later date.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his mother and father Sandra Wright Brayboy and Willie D. Brayboy; sisters, Amy...

Frances Luther Freeman

Jul 20, 2025

Frances Luther Freeman, 76, of Troy passed away Sunday, July 20, 2025 at High Point Medical Center.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. at the Freeman Family Cemetery, 178 Freeman Electric Rd., Troy, NC 27371, officiated by Rev. Troy Wilhelm and Rev. Mike Crigler. The family will receive friends from...

William Yancy Collins, Sr.

Jul 9, 2025

William Yancy Collins, Sr. 54, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at his home in Laurinburg.

No services are planned.

Born on January 19, 1971, in Scotland County, he was a son of Deborah Covington Chavis and the late James William Collins. William was a man of simple joys. He loved cheering for his...

Jerry Wayne Simmons

Jul 8, 2025

Jerry Wayne Simmons,71, of Troy passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at his residence.

A Celebration of Life will be held by the family on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at his residence in Troy.

Born on October 29, 1953, in Columbus County, he was a son of the late Numan...

Isaac Elbert Smith

Jul 8, 2025

Isaac Elbert Smith, 69, of Randleman, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday July 8, 2025, at Randolph Health Hospital in Asheboro.

A funeral service will be held Friday, July 11, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Bumgarner Family Funeral Service Chapel in Troy, officiated by Dr. Bruce Dickerson and Pastor Harold McMillian. Burial...

Barbara C. Poole

Jul 6, 2025

Barbara C. Poole, 78, of Stanfield passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025 at Autumn Care in Biscoe.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Cedar Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, 130 Cedar Grove Church Rd., Polkton, NC 28135, officiated by Rev. Mark Swarringer. The family will receive friends following the service...

Ruby "Patsy" Anne (Caulder) Hicks

Jul 1, 2025

Ruby Anne “Patsy” Caulder Hicks passed away July 1, 2025. She was born February 24, 1937 to the late James Edmond Caulder and Carrie Agnes Love Caulder of Scotland County.  She was the widow of the love of her life, Willie J. Hicks of 59 years, 11 months.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m....

Norberto "Tito" Vazquez Franco

Jun 28, 2025

Norberto Vazquez Franco of Bennettsville, S.C., affectionately known as “Tito the Handyman,” passed away on June 28, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on December 7, 1963, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, Tito was the beloved son of the late Norberto Vazquez and Luz Maria Franco.

Tito was preceded in death by his parents and his cherished...

Wallace Brian Bostic

Jun 28, 2025

Wallace Brian Bostic, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025 at Morrison Manor, at the age of 66.

A funeral service will be held at 11:30 AM on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at the First Baptist Church in Laurinburg, officiated by Rev. Jeanne H. Baucom.  The family will receive friends from 10:00 – 11:15 AM in the...

Suellen (Stanley) Arnett

Jun 26, 2025

Suellen Stanley Arnett, passed away unexpectedly in Lisbon, Portugal, on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at the age of 69.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at the First Baptist Church, Laurinburg officiated by Rev. Dr. Wayne Wike. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to...

Don E Baker

Jun 26, 2025

We have lost a true warrior, a PURPLE HEART recipient.  After having fought the effects of the Vietnam War for many years, he has lost his final battle.

Don E. Baker (1936-2025) passed on June 26 2025.

A military service will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

After his...

Marian "Susie" Sue (Justice) Kraynie

Jun 25, 2025

Marian Sue "Susie" Kraynie, of Mt Gilead, NC, passed away on June 25th, 2025, at the age of 68.

Born in Ohioville, Beaver County, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Boyd Justice and Margaret Justice.

Susie is survived by her beloved husband, Glenn William Kraynie Jr, son Justin Kraynie (Kisha), daughter Alyssa Kraynie,...

Nancy Carol (King) Stultz

Jun 25, 2025

Nancy Carol Stultz, 84, of Asheboro passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at Randolph Health Hospital in Asheboro.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Suggs Creek Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Star, officiated by Tony Sedberry.

Born August 4, 1940, in Montgomery County, she was a daughter...

Rachel "Carol" Frazier

Jun 24, 2025

Rachel Carol Harris Frazier, 78, of Troy passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at her home.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. at Liberty Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Mt. Gilead, officiated by Rev. Dennis Shaw and Rev. Dave Wensil.

Born November 15, 1946, in Montgomery County, she...