Thomas "Tom" Hales
Jun 17, 2025
Thomas "Tom" Hales, 82, of Bladenboro passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. He was born April 27, 1943 the son of the late Bradley Lennon Hales and Ethel Virginia Smith Hales. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one brother John Bradley Hales.
Left to cherish his memory are beloved wife, Brenda Storms Hales...
Cheryn Abbas Smith
Jun 13, 2025
Cheryn Abbas Smith, 50, of Fayetteville, NC passed away on Friday, June 13, 2025. She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Amber Dawn Smith and her father, John Michael Abbas.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Kevin Smith; two daughters: Morgan Brooke Scott (Kameron) of Hope Mills, Cynthia Lauren Smith of Fayetteville; grandchild, Markus William Scott of...
Vicky Sue Williamson
Jun 13, 2025
Vicky Sue Williamson, 69, of Bladenboro, departed this life on June 13, 2025, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Whiteville. She leaves behind a legacy of love, joy, and cherished memories that will forever resonate with those who were fortunate enough to know her.
Vicky was a dedicated and loving wife to her husband, Bobby Williamson, Sr., with whom she shared...
J.M. Autry Jr.
Jun 11, 2025
J.M. Autry Jr. of Clarkton passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, while at Elizabethtown Nursing Center at the age of 89. He was born in Bladen County on June 1, 1936, the son of the late Joshua Moore Autry Sr. and Ada Storms Autry. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shelba Jean Autry, and siblings, Geraldine...
Michael Rynn Coe
Jun 11, 2025
Michael Rynn Coe, 73, of White Oak passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. He was born in Cabrrus County on September 12, 1951.
Michael loved his family, and his grandchildren were the apple of his eye. You often could find him shopping at Lowes or doing some woodwork. He enjoyed traveling to the beach, attending car shows,...
William "Bill" Prince
Jun 10, 2025
After 72 years of loving his family and loving life, William (Bill) Riley Prince of North Myrtle Beach unexpectedly passed away at Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, SC on June 10th, 2025.
Bill was born on November 7th, 1952, in Williamson, West Virginia to his loving parents, Lola Marie Marcum-Prince and William Prince. He grew up in the hills...
Shirley Elsilene Rains
Jun 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley Rains, who departed this life peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.
Shirley was a devoted wife, mother, and Mema, whose warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit touched all who knew her. She will be remembered for her unwavering love, quiet strength, and the joy she brought to those around her.
She...
Carolyn Ann Parnell Williams
Jun 9, 2025
Carolyn Ann Parnell Williams, 72, of Bladenboro passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025. She was born in Bladen County on February 6, 1953, the daughter of the late Leroy Parnell and Emma Lee Deaver Parnell. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mitchell Williams.
Carolyn was a loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She enjoyed doing for others...
Pauline Outlaw Peterson
Jun 5, 2025
Ms. Pauline Outlaw Peterson, 86, of Elizabethtown went to her heavenly home on the morning of June 5, 2025, while at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. She was born on November 29, 1938, the daughter of the late James Leon Outlaw and Kate Carter Outlaw.
Ms. Pauline was a compassionate lady with a sweet disposition who enjoyed sharing the love of the...
Charles Eddy Priest, Sr.
Jun 4, 2025
Lieutenant Colonel Charles Eddy Priest Sr., 77, of Tar Heel, NC, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his beloved family on June 4, 2025. Born on October 2, 1947 in Columbus County, Charles was one of three children of Daniel Leon Russell Priest Sr. and Bessie Brown Priest of Elizabethtown. He was the grandson of Sheriff Lee G. and...