Donald "Don" Ray Cribb, Jr.
Feb 8, 2026
Donald "Don" Ray Cribb, Jr., 68, of Bladenboro, passed away on February 8, 2026, at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton. Born on August 24, 1957, in Robeson County, Don was a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many.
Don leaves behind his beloved wife, Wanda S. Shaw of the home; daughters: Amanda Chavis and her husband...
Julian Anthony Savage
Feb 7, 2026
Julian Anthony Savage, born on September 19, 1961, in Bladen County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026, at the Gardens of Roseboro Assisted Living.
Julian was the beloved son of the late Charlotte Heustess Savage and Neil Julian Savage. He is also preceded in death by his cherished sister, Carol Savage, and brother-in-law, Jerry Smith, who looked after...
Anne Benson O'Briant
Feb 6, 2026
Anne Benson O'Briant, 86, of Bladenboro, passed away on February 6, 2026, at the Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville. Born on February 18, 1939, in Lenoir County, she was a daughter of the late George Franklin Benson and Christine Outlaw Benson. She was preceded in passing by her loving husband Bob O'Briant.
Anne dedicated her career to nursing, retiring...
Peggy Howe Hall Johnson
Feb 6, 2026
Peggy Howe Hall Johnson, 85, of Clarkton, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, at West Bladen Assisted Living in Bladenboro. Born on March 2, 1940, in Bladen County, she was the beloved daughter of the late Robert Howe Hall and Alice Singletary Hall.
Peggy will be remembered for her strong faith and devotion to her family. Her love for them...
Daniel "Dan'l" Robinson
Feb 3, 2026
Daniel "Dan'l" Robinson, 79, of Elizabethtown passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 while at Bladen County Hospital.
He is survived by wife, Marilyn Robinson of the home, son, Jeffrey Robinson (Kimberly) of Roseboro; three grandchildren, Taylor Spell (Lindsey) of Salemburg; Christian Barker (Evan) of Porter's Neck and Cameron Tyler of Raleigh; three great grandchildren, Blake and Benson Barker of Porter's...
Gary Lee Hauser, Jr.
Jan 30, 2026
Gary Lee Hauser, Jr., age 55, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away on January 30, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Born on September 19, 1970, in Cumberland County, he was the beloved son of the late Gary Lee Hauser, Sr. and Neva Gayle Barnhill Hauser.
Gary Lee was a kindhearted individual who devoted much of his life to caring...
Barbara Penelope Hester
Jan 28, 2026
Barbara Penelope Hester, born on February 2, 1946, in Bladen County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, at the Lower Cape Fear Angel House in Whiteville, North Carolina. She was a remarkable woman whose life exemplified hard work and endless compassion.
Throughout her career, Barbara thrived as a seamstress among various other professions, showcasing a tireless work ethic...
Sarah Robinson Johnston
Jan 23, 2026
Sarah Ann Robinson Johnston, 77, of Elizabethtown passed away peacefully at home in the early morning hours of Friday, January 23, 2026. She was reunited with her beloved husband, William Kelly Johnston Sr. and her parents, Timothy David Robinson and Isabelle Johnson Robinson. She was also preceded by siblings, Johnny Robinson, Nellie Tatum, Irene Alford, David Robinson, Betty Tatum, and...
Evelena Carroll Ward
Jan 22, 2026
Evelena Carroll Ward, 91, of Tar Heel passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, while at Bladen County Hospital. She was born and raised in Bladen County, one of ten children to the late Robert Lurion Carroll and Ida Mae Pait Carroll.
She is preceded in death by her parents, beloved husband Eddie Ward Sr., son Tommy Ward, and eight siblings,...
Michael "Carl" Hester
Jan 21, 2026
Michael “Carl” Hester, of Elizabethtown, was born on June 26, 1959 to the late Mary Jane Dowless Hester and Dewey Hubert Hester. He was one of seven children.
Carl was a beloved father, grandfather, and brother. He was a very skilled 2nd generation cabinet maker and wood craftsman with a lifetime of experience. He enjoyed the beach, fishing, music, cars, and spending time...