Bonnie Grey Thompson
Feb 19, 2026
Bonnie Grey Thompson, born on January 14, 1945, in Bladen County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. She lived a life rich in service, love, and devotion, leaving a lasting impact on all those fortunate enough to know her. Bonnie's professional journey as a Registered Nurse was characterized by...
Dennis Samuel Bryant
Feb 17, 2026
Dennis Samuel Bryant, 68, of Elizabethtown, passed away peacefully at his home on February 17, 2026. Born on July 6, 1957, in Bladen County, Dennis was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose warmth and spirit touched the lives of many.
Dennis was the son of the late Dennis Maxton Bryant and Mattie Dowless Bryant. He grew up in a...
Linda K O'Keefe Franklin
Feb 16, 2026
Linda K O’Keefe Franklin, 83, of Bladenboro formerly of Midland, MI passed away on February 16, 2026. She leaves behind two sons, Steven Franklin (Lisa) of New York; Timothy "Tim" Franklin (Annette) of Vermont; daughter, Jill Pait (Barry) of Bladenboro; step-daughter Stephanie Bauer (Bill) of Pennsylvania; one brother Kirk O’Keefe of Florida; 12 grandchildren: Bethany (Justice), Elliott (Cristi), Olivia, Emma,...
Milton Joe Callahan
Feb 11, 2026
Retired TSGT Milton Joe Callahan, of the United States Air Force passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, while at West Bladen Assisted Living in Bladenboro. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie Callahan and Sylvia Hyatt Callahan and one brother, Bobby Callahan.
Lovingly known to most as “Joe”, he retired to his hometown in Bladenboro, North Carolina to...
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...