WASHINGTON FUNERAL & CREMATION

Karen Auman Sandlin, born on January 18th, 1952 in Asheboro, NC, passed away on June 24th, 2023 at CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern, NC at the age of 71. Karen dedicated her life to teaching, having worked as a teacher for over 42 years and as a kindergarten teacher for 37 years in Hilton Head, SC. She loved teaching, history, was artistic and enjoyed shopping. Karen was married to Ronnie Earl Sandlin for over 28 years. They were best friends, traveled together, and loved each other very much. She was preceded in death by her father Hubert Yow Auman and mother Sarah Richards Auman, as well as her beloved fur-baby, Toy Fox Terrier, Jenny. Karen is survived by her husband Ronnie Earl...

David Earl Hayes Jr., 60, died Saturday, May 13, 2023, at his home in Williamston, NC. He was born January 26, 1963, in Lumberton, NC the son of Shelby Lowery Johnson and the late David Earl Hayes Sr. Surviving is his significant other Ann Gray, mother; Shelby Jean (B.J.) Johnson, sister; Brenda (Michael) Frizzelle, brother; Terry Hayes, son; Matthew Hayes, daughter's; Megan Hayes and Abby Hayes and beloved dog Barbie. Preceded in death by his brother, Daniel Hayes, The family would like to thank the staff at Gentiva Hospice Care for their support and loving care of Earl. Joseph B. Paul Jr. Funeral Service is honored to serve the Hayes family.