Ruth Joan Steiger Rogers
Jan 6, 2026
Ruth Steiger Rogers, 92, of Elizabethtown, N.C. passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Ruth was born in Delavan, Illinois.
She was preceded in death by her husband, George Eugene "Gene" Rogers, her parents Mr. and Mrs. Howard Steiger, and her siblings of Illinois.
Ruth is survived by her daughters Susan Rogers of Sunset Beach, N.C., and Jeannie Taylor and husband John...
Norwood "Norgie" Allen Hester Jr.
Jan 6, 2026
Norwood Allen Hester Jr., affectionately known as “Norgie” of Elizabethtown left this world on January 6, 2026, at the age of 86. Norgie was born in Bladen County on August 11, 1939, the son of the late Norwood Allen Hester Sr. and Helen Fisher Hester. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Connie VanStory.
He leaves behind...
Timothy Wayne "Moose" Harvey
Jan 6, 2026
Timothy Wayne Harvey, also known as "Moose", 55, U.S. Air Force Veteran passed away peacefully at the Valley Hospice House in Fayetteville on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. He was preceded in death by one sister, Carolyn Faircloth.
Wayne loved his family especially his two sons. He enjoyed spending time playing computer games, watching his favorite show, Friends or listening to his...
Morgan Ellsworth Hall
Jan 5, 2026
Morgan Ellsworth Hall, 41, of Elizabethtown passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, while at Cape Fear Valley Hospital in Fayetteville, NC. She was born on October 24, 1984, in Columbus County the daughter of James Thomas Hall, Jr. and Billie Sue Priest Hall.
Morgan is preceded in death by her father. Left to cherish her memory are her mother, Billie...
Joseph Dawson Singletary
Jan 1, 2026
Joseph Dawson Singletary, 75, of Bladenboro, passed away in the comfort of his loving home on January 01, 2026.
Dawson was preceded in death by his parents, Isaac and Katherine D Singletary, siblings, Ava Mumm Singletary and Emily Garner, and granddaughter Parker Singletary.
Dawson’s legacy continues through the love of his wife of 55 years, Opal, sons, Shoul (Wendy), Brad (Jennifer), Ashley...
Frederick Paul Clabaugh
Jan 1, 2026
Frederick Paul Clabaugh, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home on January 1, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on March 11, 1936, in Detroit, Michigan, he was a man of unwavering strength and kindness, whose life touched the hearts of many.
Frederick was a proud veteran who served his country in the United...
Jennifer Lynn Gibson
Dec 29, 2025
Jennifer Lynn Gibson, born on February 25, 1970, in St. Albans, Vermont, departed this world on December 29, 2025, at her home. She was a cherished family member and a beloved friend whose presence touched the lives of many.
Jennifer is preceded in passing by her parents, Karen Richard and Donald LaPlante.
She is survived by her two brothers, Gregory Beyor and...
Anna Lee Evans
Dec 29, 2025
Anna Lee Evans, 98, of White Oak, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025 at the Cape Fear Valley Bladen County Hospital in Elizabethtown. Born on January 3, 1927, in Cumberland County, Anna was the cherished daughter of the late Junius Floyd Lee and Ada Strickland Lee.
Anna was a source of strength and wisdom for her family and friends. She...
Randall Soutiere
Dec 26, 2025
Randall Joseph "Randy" Soutiere, 58, passed away on December 26, 2025, in Bladenboro, North Carolina. Born on July 13, 1967, in Burlington, Vermont, Randy lived a life marked by service, perseverance, and a deep passion for engineering and aviation.Randy graduated from Immaculate High School in Danbury, Connecticut. He went on to attend Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida—an early...
Peggy Louise McCulloch Allen
Dec 26, 2025
Peggy Louise McCulloch Allen, 93, of Bladenboro, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025, at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton. Born on August 28, 1932, Peggy was the beloved daughter of the late David Frank McCulloch and Edith Snider McCulloch.
Peggy dedicated her life to education, teaching 6th-grade math for an impressive 30 years. Her passion for teaching and commitment...