Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Richmond county
Louise Gathings Hinson
Mar 2, 2026
Emma Louise Gathings Hinson, 97, of Rockingham, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 2, 2026.
She was born February 4, 1929, in Anson County, North Carolina to the late James Clinton and Emma Dinah Bryant Gathings. Though she grew up on a farm, she dedicated fifty years of her working life to the textile industry. She was known for her strong...
John Wesley Layton. Jr.
Feb 26, 2026
John Wesley Layton, Jr, 58 of Florence, SC passed away surrounded by family on Thursday February 26, 2026 at his mother’s home. John Wesley was born on November 20, 1967 to Elaine Sweatt Thompson and the late John Wesley Layton, Sr.
After high school, John Wesley attained his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. He loved fishing, duck hunting and shooting pool...
Lloyd Arthur Black, Jr.
Feb 24, 2026
Lloyd Arthur Black, Jr., born on August 20, 1966, in Richmond County, North Carolina, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Cordova, North Carolina, on February 24, 2026. A loving father, Lloyd's life was marked by his warm spirit and infectious sense of humor, which brought joy to all who knew him.
Lloyd was a devoted family man. He is survived...
Huntsen Willie Quick
Feb 22, 2026
Huntsen Willie Quick, cherished son, beloved grandson, and a precious member of the Quick family, was born into this world on February 22, 2026. Though his time with us was brief, the love and joy he brought to all who knew him will leave an indelible mark on our hearts forever.
On the very day he entered our lives, Huntsen's gentle...
James Michael Covington
Feb 21, 2026
James Michael “Mike” Covington, 82, of Rockingham, NC, completed his earthly journey on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Hospice Haven in Rockingham.
Mike was born May 8, 1943 in Richmond County, a son of the late James Edwin and Katherine Louise Morgan Covington. Mike proudly served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He for many years was...
Rev. Walter Robert Newton
Feb 19, 2026
Rev. Walter Robert Newton, 88, of Rockingham passed away peacefully on Thursday February 19, 2026 at Richmond County Hospice Haven. He was born to the late Mack and Pauline Lammonds Newton on September 23, 1937.
Rev. Newton spent many years working for Rockingham Stainless Steel. He was a fill in pastor for Mt. Beulah Pentecostal Holiness Church and most recently pastored...
Sarah Smith Talley
Feb 18, 2026
Sarah Ellen Smith Talley, 70, of Rockingham, completed her earthly journey on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at McLeod Hospice in Florence, SC.
Mrs. Talley was born December 27, 1955 in Richmond County, a daughter of the late Lester and Nettie Arnette Smith. She retired from Cascades Industries and was a member of Southridge Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she...
Geraldine Turner Huffman
Feb 14, 2026
Geraldine Turner Huffman, 81, of Hamlet, completed her earthly journey on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
Mrs. Huffman was born January 12, 1945 in Dillon County, South Carolina, a daughter of the late Willie Edward and Lucille Williams Turner. She was a longtime member of Highland Pines Free Will Baptist Church and had attended The ROC Church (Church of God of Prophecy)....
Donald Ray McFayden
Feb 12, 2026
Donald Ray McFayden, 76, of Ellerbe passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026 at his home.
Don was born October 15, 1949 in Richmond County, a son of the late Colon Edward and Gladys Ballard McFayden. He was a proud veteran, having served in the United States Army. A charter member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Ellerbe and former deacon. Along with...
Berchal Lee McNeely, Jr.
Feb 8, 2026
Berchal Lee McNeely, Jr. born on September 21, 1924, in Lancaster, South Carolina, passed away on February 8, 2026, in Rockingham, North Carolina. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Berchal served as a medic during World War II, a commitment that earned him the Purple Heart with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters and numerous other medals and ribbons. His...
Helen Taylor Brown
Feb 4, 2026
Helen Taylor Brown, 91, of Florence, SC passed away peacefully at McLeod Hospice House on Wednesday February 4, 2026. Helen was born on March 20, 1934 in Richmond County to the late Jesse and Lela Gillis Taylor.
After graduating from Rockingham High School, she began her career in banking as a teller, before becoming a loan officer. She was a member...
Thomas Randolph Curtis
Feb 1, 2026
Thomas Randolph Curtis, 86, of Rockingham, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Tom was born July 27, 1939, in Vicksburg, Mississippi to the late Elbert James “Jack” and Aura Doris Strickland Curtis. The son of a professional wrestler, Tom followed in his father’s footsteps wrestling under the name Randy Curtis. From 1969 to 1973 Tom would wrestle 547 matches professionally under...
Larry Glenn McCroskey
Jan 28, 2026
Larry Glenn McCroskey, 87, of Rockingham, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, January, 28, 2026.
Larry was born April 26, 1938 in Richmond County, a beloved son of the late Theodore and Juanita Parker McCroskey. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and was a longtime faithful member of Beverly Hills Baptist Church, where faith and values...
Glenn Speight
Jan 28, 2026
Glenn William Speight, 91, of Rockingham, completed his earthly journey and entered into heaven on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Mr. Speight was born June 20, 1934 in Richmond County, a son of the late Eli Ashworth and Rosa Terry Speight. He attended Crestview Baptist Church and had retired from TNS Mills. He loved spending time with his family especially attending his...
Fred A Fletcher
Jan 26, 2026
Fred Alvin Fletcher, 64, of Ellerbe, passed away Monday, January 26, 2026, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst.
Fred was born October 23, 1961 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, the son of the late Marvin Joe and Janell Ruth Edwards Fletcher. He graduated from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science degree. He retired from Albemarle Correctional...
Brenda Whitaker Therrell
Jan 25, 2026
Mrs. Brenda Whitaker Therrell went to be with the Lord on January 25, 2026 in Rockingham, North Carolina. Brenda was born on September 1, 1951 in Rockingham, North Carolina.
She is survived by the love of her life, her husband of 57 years, Curtis Therrell; her two nephews, Gary Alvin Williams (Jada), and Michael Lee Williams (Mendy); her great nephew ,...
Lori Carol Richardson
Jan 25, 2026
Lori Carol Henry Richardson, 64, of Rockingham, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026 at her home.
Mrs. Richardson was born July 30, 1961 in Richmond County, a daughter of the late Bobby Lewis Henry and Geraldine Faye Kelly. She had worked with Cafco Industries as an upholsterer, later in life advocated for the disabled and was a bocce and bowling coach...
Rachel Cycotte
Jan 24, 2026
Rachel Joann Powell Cycotte, 65 of Hamlet, NC, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully departed this life to be with her Lord and Savior on January 24, 2026, at her home. She was born on August 21, 1960, in Richmond County, North Carolina.
With a passion for helping others, Rachel dedicated 44 years of her life to serving as a...
Thomas Wayne Coble
Jan 19, 2026
Thomas Wayne Coble, 83, of Rockingham passed away surrounded by family on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Richmond County Hospice Haven. He was born on June 2, 1942 in McColl, South Carolina. Son of the late William Thomas and Reba Louise Jones Coble.
Thomas graduated from Laurel Hill High School, and joined the United States Air Force. After his time in...
Virginia "Betsy" Currie
Jan 19, 2026
Virginia “Betsy” Elizabeth Williams Currie, 65, of Rockingham, passed away unexpectantly on Monday, January 19, 2026. Born in Richmond County on December 5, 1960, she was a daughter of the late John and Norma Spivey Williams.
Betsy spent many years working in textiles at Burlington Industries. She had a love for all animals, especially dogs, cats and deer. She enjoyed taking...
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