Obituaries

Apr 8, 2022

David Lawrence Myers, 68, of White Lake, NC, passed peacefully at Lower Cape Fear Life Care of Whiteville, NC, on April 08, 2022.

Dave was born in Santa Barbara, CA, and was preceded in death by his parent Dan and Patricia Reynolds Myers, a sister Loretta, a brother Bruce, a nephew Nathan, a niece Sarah, and a...

Apr 2, 2022

Mr. Donald Spivey, 60, of 156 Canyon Rd., passed away Saturday, April 02, 2022, at his residence.

Mr. Spivey was born November 23, 1961, in Mecklenburg Co., the son of the late George Spivey and Ruby Childress.  Mr. Spivey was a self-employed contractor for many years.  He is preceded in death by a daughter, Amber Spivey.

Mar 30, 2022

Ronnie Keith Johnson, age 67, of Garland passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his wife, daughter, and family on Wednesday, March 30th, 2022.

He was born September 13th, 1954, in Bladen County. He was the son of the late Gerald and Jeanette Johnson. In addition to his parents, he is preceded by his brother, Ray...

Mar 22, 2022

Mr. Robbie Lynn Norton, 51, of 556 Gibson Dairy Road, Elizabethtown, passed away Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at his residence.

Robbie was born November 18, 1970, in Lee County to the late Jerry Norton and Judith Lemons Dove. He worked in the Timber Industry for many years as a Timber Procurement Specialist. In addition to his parents,...

Mar 21, 2022

On a Monday morning, March 21, 2022, God called our mother, grandmama, great-grandmama, sister, and aunt, home to receive her reward.

Mrs. Ida Moore Robinson the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert Elma Moore. She was born and raised in Sampson County. She attended Union High School and furthered her education at Bladen Community College...

Mar 20, 2022

Ms. Theresa Damone-Jones, 68, of 1211 Johnson Road, Garland, passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022, at Wake Med in Raleigh.

Theresa was born September 09, 1953, in Pitt County to the late Angelo & Doris Damone. She worked for many years as a Seamstress.

All services will be private at the convenience of the family....

Mar 11, 2022

Mr. James Anthony Shaw, 67, of 1309 Vandora Ave., Garner, formerly of Ivanhoe, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2022, at his residence.

James was born September 07, 1954, in Pender County to the late Gilead Smith Shaw & Marie Millen Shaw. James earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture degree. He used his education and worked...

Mar 9, 2022

Mr. Randall “Peter Rabbit” Preston Autry, 68, of 6611 NC Hwy. 210 E, Harrells, passed away on March 09, 2022 at Bladen Co. Hospital in Elizabethtown, NC.

Randall was born April 30, 1953 to the late Preston and Evelyn Herring Autry in Sampson County.    He attended Sampson County Public Schools and drove trucks until he retired. Randall...

Mar 9, 2022

Mr. Donald Eugene Meshaw, 43, of 108 Lula Long Road, Elizabethtown, passed away Wednesday, March 9, 2022, in Elizabethtown.

Donald was born May 22, 1978, in Robeson County to Danny Meshaw and Kathryn Rackley. He is preceded in death by his father: Danny Meshaw, brother: Scottie Rackley, grandparents: Barney & Sylvia Meshaw; David & Tammie...

Feb 25, 2022

Mrs. Alice Cain Smith, 78, of 361 Smith Mill Pond Rd. Garland, NC passed away on Friday, February 25, 2022, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC.

Mrs. Smith was born August 31, 1943, in Sampson Co. the daughter of the late Jim and Louise Cain.  She was preceded in death by her...

Feb 17, 2022

Mrs. Wanda Johnson, 66, of 389 Walter K Evans Rd., Harrells, passed away Thursday, February 17, 2022, at Bladen County Hospital in Elizabethtown.

Wanda was born June 11, 1955, in Lenoir County, NC, to the late Richard and Mae Whaley. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son: Adam Johnson, grandson: Wesley...

Feb 14, 2022

Cloyce Lockerman Pope, age 90, formerly of 5270 Garland Highway, Clinton, Sampson County, North Carolina passed away peacefully at Trinity Grove Nursing Home in Wilmington, North Carolina on February 14, 2022.

She was an active member of Epworth United Methodist Church for all of her adult life and a Sunday School teacher for approximately 50 years.

Feb 11, 2022

William Henry Herring was born on August 07, 1926 in Tomahawk, NC to the late Percy Herring and Pearl Williams Herring.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Lillie Melvin Herring and daughter, Rose H. McAllister. Two brothers, Allie Lee and Rudolph Herring, three sisters, Mary Pridgen, Lydia Kerr and Evelyn Autry.

Feb 10, 2022

Mr. Jerry Lee New, 58, of 101 Marada Road, Maxton, passed away Thursday, February 10, 2022, at Southeastern Regional Medical Center in Lumberton.

Jerry was born April 12, 1963, in Davidson County to the late Harold Roy New and Sallie Mae Smith New. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his son: Curtis...

Feb 9, 2022

Mr. Adrian Honorio Flores, 65, of 207 Lower St., Elizabethtown, passed away Wednesday, February 09, 2022, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.

Funeral Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Services provided by Carter Funeral Home, Garland. www.carterfh.com

Feb 6, 2022

Mary Magalene Lane White was born on April 23rd, 1929 to the late Jeff Lane Sr. and late Quessie Jones Lane. She was the sixth of seven children. She departed this earth to be with the Lord on February 6th, 2022.

Mary completed her education in Tarheel, North Carolina. On June 15, 1950, Mary was united in...

Feb 6, 2022

Mrs. Janice Smith, 76, of 535 Cain Rd. passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022, at Sampson Regional Medical Center.

Janice was born March 30, 1945, to the late Lacy and Florence Jernigan. She is preceded in death by her granddaughter: Addison Jane Smith, brothers: Jerry Jernigan; Earl Jernigan; Glenn Jernigan,  sisters: Bonnie Bivens...

Feb 2, 2022

Mr. Samuel Rubin Robinson “Rooster”, 85, of 292 Cain Road, Garland, passed away Wednesday, February 02, 2022, at Sampson Regional Medical Center in Clinton.

Samuel was born July 12, 1936, in Sampson County to the late Marshall & Bonnie Bell Robinson. Mr. Robinson spent his working career as a Truck Driver for the Florida State Department of...

Jan 30, 2022

Mr. Carlton Highsmith Sr., 72, of 59 Highsmith Rd., Harrells, passed away on Sunday, January 30, 2022 at his residence.

Carlton was born May 30, 1949, in Bladen County to Jessie and Arlene Highsmith. He is preceded in death by his father: Jessie Highsmith, siblings: Ronnie; Jackolyn; Bernard, and Ojeala.

A funeral service will be...

Jan 26, 2022

Mr. James Earl “Cowboy” Townsend, 75, of 962 Airport Road, Garland, passed away Wednesday, January 26, 2022, at Sampson Regional Medical Center in Clinton.

James was born February 05, 1946, in Bladen County to the late: Lizzie Mae Smith. James was employed for many years as a Tree Topper in the Forestry Industry. He is preceded in...