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,...

May 23, 2025

Joy Lee Burns, 92, of Troy passed away Friday, May 23, 2025 at Autumn Care of Biscoe.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 26, 2025 at First Wesleyan Church, officiated by Rev. Ralph L. Clayton, Jr., Dr. Ed Lindsey, and Rev. Alex Heafner. The family will receive friends one hour...

May 23, 2025

James "Malloy" Ivey, Sr., 84, of Laurinburg passed away Friday, May 23, 2025 at his residence.

Services are private.

Born May 12, 1941 in Robeson County, he was the son of the late James Elbert and Geneva Arnette Ivey. Malloy was retired from Bell South (AT&T) with 35 years of service. He was in the...

May 20, 2025

Conswelia Gail Barber, known fondly to friends and family as Connie, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the age of 62 at her residence.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, May 22, 2025 at New Hope Baptist Church officiated by Rev. Nathan Black.  The family will receive friends one hour prior...

May 17, 2025

William "Al" Alva Jordan, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the age of 75.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM on Monday, May 19, 2025 at Bumgarner Family Funeral Service and Crematorium Chapel, officiated by Rev. Howard Harding.  Burial will follow at Laurinburg Memorial Park. ...

May 14, 2025

William “Bill” Edge Jr., born in Scotland County, North Carolina on April 14, 1960, was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong public servant. He passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and service. Bill was deeply loved by all who knew him and will be remembered for his kindness, compassion, and...

May 13, 2025

In Loving Memory of Charlie Tatum Vann

Charlie Tatum Vann went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2025. Born to Hubert Tatum Vann and Edna Earle Sutton Vann, Charlie lived a life defined by devotion—to his family, to his work, and to his faith.

Services will be private.

Charlie served the...

May 8, 2025

Leon Barnes, 78, of Wagram departed this earthly life on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at Scotland Memorial Hospital in Laurinburg.

A funeral service will be held Monday, May 12, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. at Bumgarner Family Funeral Service and Crematorium Chapel, officiated by Pastor Ethan Jacobs. Burial will follow at Hillside Memorial Park in Laurinburg, with military...