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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

Jun 20, 2025

William Andrew Walser, Jr., lovingly known as Buddy, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, just eight days shy of his 79th birthday.

A service honoring Buddy’s life will be held on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. at Troy First Baptist Church, located at 401 E Main...

Jun 16, 2025

James Nelson Smith, 93, was called home on June 16, 2025.  He passed peacefully at his home surrounded by his family.

A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Stoney Fork Baptist Church in Mount Gilead, officiated by Rev. Dwight Mabry and Rev. Robert Kaynor. Burial will follow in...

Jun 13, 2025

Deborah Craven Johnson, 71, lovingly known as Debby, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025 at her home in Biscoe.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Biscoe Cemetery, officiated by Rev. David Beck.

Debby was born on December 20, 1953 in Troy, North Carolina to the...

Jun 4, 2025

Tammy King Thompson, 47, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at her residence.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery in Troy, officiated by Dr. Arvind D’Silva.

Born on October 5, 1977, in Randolph County, she is the daughter of Gary Reece...

Jun 3, 2025

Barbara Williams Shoemake, 86, of Wagram, passed away on June 3, 2025 at her home.

A funeral service will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the Wagram Church of God officiated by Pastor Ethan Jacobs, Rev. Harry Clark, Rev. Ronnie Norton, and Rev. David Shoemake, with the family receiving friends at the...

May 31, 2025

Kathryn H. Russell, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at Autumn Care of Biscoe.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at the Center Methodist Church in the Blaine community, officiated by Rev. Derald Smith. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Born May 29, 1935,...

May 29, 2025

Kathern Marie Stubbs Walters, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, at the age of 66 at Morrison Manor.

A memorial service will be held at 7:00 PM on Monday, June 2, 2025 at Bumgarner Family Funeral Service and Crematorium Chapel, officiated by Rev. Garry McMillan. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service....

May 26, 2025

Richard "Todd" Callicutt, 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025, at his home in Troy.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery in Troy, officiated by Rev. Rodney Holmes. The family will receive friends following the service.

Born on December 1,...