Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Richmond county
Gary Wayne White
Jan 6, 2025
Gary Wayne White, 58, of Rockingham, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025 at his home.
Gary was born November 19, 1966 in Scotland County, the son of the late Bernie O. and Retha Mae McPherson White. He was employed with Perdue Industries. Gary loved anything to do with science fiction, especially Star Wars and Star Trek. He also loved spending time...
Charles Duane Kilby
Jan 6, 2025
Charles Duane Kilby, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, at the Richmond County Hospice Haven in Rockingham, North Carolina. He was born on June 19, 1930, in Forest Hill, Maryland, the cherished son of Delmas Jennings Kilby and Selma Clyde Edwards Kilby. His extensive and fulfilling life was marked by service,...
William Austin Bryant
Dec 30, 2024
William Austin Bryant, 75, of Ellerbe, surrounded by his loving family, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 30, 2024.
He was born on November 14, 1949, to Otis and Annabelle Kennedy Bryant.
He graduated from Pinehurst High School and Campbell College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. Austin worked for Burlington Industries in Raeford, North Carolina. He was associated...
Naomi H. Stutts
Dec 30, 2024
Naomi Lee Haywood Stutts, 88, of Ellerbe passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 at Hospice Haven in Rockingham.
Mrs. Stutts was born July 29, 1936 in Montgomery County, a daughter of the late Jonah and Mildred Mauldin Haywood. She was a member of Ellerbe First Presbyterian Church, PCA and retired after 35 years from Burlington Industries. In addition to her parents,...
Sherry Sargent
Dec 28, 2024
Sherry Etta Sargent passed away peacefully on December 28, 2024, at The Haven, Richmond County Hospice in Rockingham, NC. Sherry was a sweet and caring soul that dedicated her life to the care of her family.
Sherry worked in the service industry working as a waitress in many establishments ending her career working in her sister Judy’s restaurant, The Firehouse, in...
Kay Hollingsworth Mabe
Dec 27, 2024
Brenda Kay Hollingsworth Mabe, 78, of Ellerbe, completed her earthly journey on Friday, December 27, 2024.
Kay was born May 31, 1946 in Richmond County, a daughter of the late Charlie Wade and Edith Moore Hollingsworth. She was a graduate of Ellerbe High School, Class of 1964 and worked for over 30 years with Commonwealth Hosiery. She was a longtime member...
Kenneth Clay McDonald
Dec 26, 2024
Kenneth Clay McDonald, a beloved figure in the Richmond County community, gracefully left us on December 26, 2024, at the age of 74. Born on May 19, 1950, in Richmond County, North Carolina, Ken left an indelible mark through his service as an educator and coach, as well as a passionate entrepreneur, touching the lives of many along the way.
Ken...
William Bobby Linton
Dec 26, 2024
William Bobby Linton, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and community member, passed away peacefully at his home in Richmond County, North Carolina, on December 26, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on September 29, 1935, in Chesterfield County, South Carolina he lived a life full of love, dedication, and service to his Lord and Savior as well as...
Lettie Ruth Lewis Hill
Dec 26, 2024
Lettie Ruth Lewis Hill, 87, of Ellerbe passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 at Hospice Haven in Rockingham.
Mrs. Hill was born September 3, 1937 in Stokes County, a daughter of the late Marvin Davis and Nellie Joyce Lewis. She was a homemaker and longtime member of McLean Presbyterian Church where she was active in the Women of the Church. In...
Karen Lynn Idol
Dec 22, 2024
Karen Lynn Idol, born on March 3, 1956, in Richmond County, North Carolina, left this world quietly on December 22, 2024, at Hospice Haven in Rockingham, North Carolina. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, and sister whose kindness and welcoming spirit touched everyone she encountered.
Karen had a steadfast career as the former manager of Discount Bait and Tackle, a position...
Kimberly Anne Covington
Dec 21, 2024
Kimberly Anne Covington, 57, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Saturday, December 21, 2024 after a short battle with cancer, finding comfort in knowing that she would reunite with her beloved parents at the end of her journey. Born on May 23, 1967, Kim was the daughter of the late James Thomas Covington, Jr. and Barbara Elaine Hill...
Audrey Kirby Lee
Dec 19, 2024
Audrey Kirby Lee, a beacon of love and laughter, departed this world on December 19, 2024, leaving behind a legacy that will forever warm the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her. Born on October 22, 1967, Audrey lived a life filled with joy, compassion, and an unwavering devotion to her family.
Throughout her life, Audrey was known...
Sandra Smith Martin
Dec 13, 2024
Sandra Smith Martin, 70, of Rockingham, completed her earthly journey on Friday, December 13, 2024.
Sandra was born March 22, 1954 in Richmond County, a daughter of the late Edward McPhail and Clarice Russell Kelly. She had worked in textiles, for JC Penny and lastly with Owens-Illinois. She spent many happy years in California, attributing to her love for the beach...
Alvin Edward Blake
Dec 9, 2024
Alvin Edward Blake, 91, of Rockingham, completed his earthly journey and went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 9, 2024.
Mr. Blake was born September 24, 1933 in Montgomery County, NC, a son of the late Herbert and Opal Frick Blake. He proudly served his country for over 24 years in the US Air Force retiring with...
Annie White Turnage
Dec 8, 2024
Annie Grace White Turnage, 98, of Rockingham, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Pruitt Health and Rehab in Rockingham.
Annie was born in Richmond County, North Carolina on February 28, 1928 to the late John H. and Connie Sanders White. She is also preceded in death by; husband Esteen Turnage, daughter Andrea Turnage Hendley, brother G.L. White, and sister...
Thomas "Bay" Edgar Humber, Jr
Dec 1, 2024
Thomas Edgar “Bay” Humber, Jr., 71, of Rockingham, completed his earthly journey on Sunday, December 1, 2024.
Bay, the man, the myth, the legend, was born October 30, 1953 in Richmond County, a son of the late Thomas Edgar and Betty Pegram Humber. He was the owner and operator of Humber Masonry and attended Jefferson Park Free Will Baptist Church and...
Brian Paul Flynn
Nov 26, 2024
Brian Paul Flynn, 65, of Rockingham, North Carolina passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at his home.
Mr. Flynn was born August 12, 1959 in Passaic, New Jersey, one of twelve children of the late Anthony and Kathleen Moriarty Flynn. He was a member of the AFL-CIO and had worked with Meadowlands Arena.
Surviving are his siblings, Kathleen Sarapochillo, Noreen Jediny, Michael...
Ronald Jackson Partin
Nov 25, 2024
Ronald Jackson Partin, 84, of Rockingham, following several years of declining health, completed his earthly journey on Monday, November 25, 2024 at his home.
Mr. Partin was born June 16, 1940 in Roseboro, North Carolina, a son of the late Jackson Aldridge and Louise Harper Partin. He was an active member of West Rockingham Methodist Church where he served on various...
Kenneth Woodrow Ard
Nov 24, 2024
Kenneth Woodrow Ard, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend passed away peacefully in Richmond County, North Carolina, on November 24, 2024 at the age of 64.
Born on March 9, 1960, in Richmond County, Kenneth lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to those around him.
A man of many talents, Kenneth built a successful career in construction and...
Jon Jeremey Bailey
Nov 16, 2024
Jon Jeremey Bailey, 47, of Rockingham, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst.
Jeremey was born March 27, 1977 in Richmond County, NC to John Robert Bailey and Donna Deason Browder. He was a graduate of Richmond Senior High School and attended Beverly Hills Baptist Church. He was owner and operator of Bailey’s...
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