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Mr. Samuel "Sam" Booth Currin III, beloved husband, stepfather, and Papa, whose life was defined by his faith, the law, and public service, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the age of 79 at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, NC. Sam spent most of his life in Oxford, NC, before relocating to Lumberton in 2021. Sam was born on July 25, 1946 in Oxford, NC to the late Sam B. Currin, Jr. and Hope H, Currin. Growing up in Granville County, Sam was involved in scouting, football, and his academic studies. He graduated from J.F. Webb High School in 1964 and went on to earn a B.A. at Wake Forest University in 1968. Sam became a Double Deacon in 1971 when he graduated from...

Mr. Samuel "Sam" Booth Currin III, beloved husband, stepfather, and Papa, whose life was defined by his faith, the law, and public service, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the age of 79 at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, NC. Sam spent most of his life in Oxford, NC, before relocating to Lumberton in 2021. Sam was born on July 25, 1946 in Oxford, NC to the late Sam B. Currin, Jr. and Hope H, Currin. Growing up in Granville County, Sam was involved in scouting, football, and his academic studies. He graduated from J.F. Webb High School in 1964 and went on to earn a B.A. at Wake Forest University in 1968. Sam became a Double Deacon in 1971 when he graduated from...

Mr. Samuel "Sam" Booth Currin III, beloved husband, stepfather, and Papa, whose life was defined by his faith, the law, and public service, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the age of 79 at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, NC. Sam spent most of his life in Oxford, NC, before relocating to Lumberton in 2021. Sam was born on July 25, 1946 in Oxford, NC to the late Sam B. Currin, Jr. and Hope H, Currin. Growing up in Granville County, Sam was involved in scouting, football, and his academic studies. He graduated from J.F. Webb High School in 1964 and went on to earn a B.A. at Wake Forest University in 1968. Sam became a Double Deacon in 1971 when he graduated from...

Faye Douglas Welsh, 87, of Fox Hollow Assisted Care, Pinehurst, NC, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025. Faye was born November 27, 1937 in Bruce, MS to the late Robert and Lena Douglas (Turner). She was a wonderful mother, homemaker (teacher), grandmother, and great grandmother, who loved to cook. She was known throughout for her fried chicken and country ham biscuits. However, her strawberry rhubarb, chocolate, and coconut (millionaire) pies were delicious specialties at many family meals. Her generous soul touched many. A true Christian, Faye treasured her faith and was devoted to reading the Bible from cover to cover with her friend, Betty Cambell. She set the example through...

Frances Ann Lewis Scott, 86, of Lumberton and Pembroke, NC, passed away peacefully at home and is now reunited in Heaven with her husband of 60 years "Scott", her parents, and many precious family members and friends who went before her. She was born in October 1938 in Lumberton and grew up in Pembroke, where she was known as Frances Ann. She lived on the family dairy farm, worked diligently alongside her parents, Gaston and Gertrude Lewis, milking 75 cows twice a day, driving tractors and doing chores. Frances loved the people of Chestnut Street Methodist Church in Lumberton, her home of faith for decades, as well as Pastor Herbert Lowry and his wife Connie, and the many preachers who...

Johnny Ray Salmon, age 77, of Lumberton, NC, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at Yanceyville Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Yanceyville, NC. Johnny was born on a cold snowy night in Robeson County on January 23, 1948 to the late George Salmon and Daphine Long Salmon. In addition to his parents, Johnny was preceded in death by his sister, Alma Gray Williams, and brother-in-law, Walter Williams. Notably, Johnny was part of the team that helped on 9/11 in NYC to get communications in place. Johnny is survived by his wife of 23 years, Angela Kofler Salmon; son, Johnny Ray Salmon, Jr. (Lucelina "Luce"); daughter, Debora Tillman (Dale); son, Michael Shane Salmon (Kimberly);...

Pastor Jacob Vernon Britt, Jr., age 80, of Lumberton, went to join his Heavenly Savior and his beloved wife on Thursday, October 3, 2024. He was born in Robeson County, NC on March 11, 1944 to the late Jacob Vernon Britt, Sr. and Sarah Eloise Smith Britt. In addition to his parents, Vernon was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara Baxley Britt, and his two brothers-in-law, George Richard "Butch" Dee and Carl Mitchell "Joe" Edwards. Vernon leaves behind a family who adored him: his son, Jacob Vernon "Jay" Britt III (Amy) of Lumberton, and his daughter, Sherri Britt Williams (Cornelius) of Clayton, NC. He is also survived by four loving sisters, Volene Britt Davis (Earl) of...

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Samuel Emerson Britt, who departed this life on August 23, 2024, at the age of 95. Samuel was born on August 16, 1929, to parents Evander Malloy Britt and Dorothy Geneva Bowman. A long-time resident of Lumberton, North Carolina, Samuel was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Elsie Gentry Britt, who preceded him in death on June 25, 2014. Samuel is survived by his three loving children: Dr. Samuel Emerson Britt II of Lumberton, his wife Dianne, and their children, Sarah Elizabeth Britt Foley, Susan Britt Rieser, and Samuel Emerson Britt III; his...

Kathryn Grace Chicelli Plant, 74, passed away on June 20, 2024 peacefully at home in Aberdeen after a brief illness. She is now reunited with the love of her life, the late William "Bill" Plant, as well as her late parents, Antonio & Molly Chicelli. She is survived by her sister, Mary Anne Cribbs of Pinehurst, and brothers: Anthony Chicelli of Wilmington, David Chicelli (her caregiver for many years) of Aberdeen, and Daniel Chicelli (Robin) of Hickory. She was a very proud and loving aunt, doting on her nieces and nephews: Russ, Toni, Stacey, Michael, Molly, Jacob, Katie, Oliver, and Garrettson. She was also a devoted friend. Kathy was born October 7, 1949 to the late Antonio...

Martha Ann Ford Smith passed away on May 8, 2024 at the Lower Cape Fear Life Care Center's Dr. Robert M. Fales Hospice Pavilion following several months of hospitalization that resulted from complications from an emergency surgery. Martha was born in Dillon, SC on October 5, 1949 to Paul and Lester Ford and was the youngest of their four children. Martha is survived by her devoted daughter and beloved son-in-law, Michelle & Geoffrey Price, and her step-daughter, Sheri Jolly, all of Wilmington; her cherished grandsons, Aaron Jolly (Sara) of Burgaw, NC and Cameron Price; great-grandchildren, Emme and Evan Jolly; oldest brother Tracy Ford (Susie) of Lake View, SC; special niece, Sherry...

Mrs. Ruth Inman Stone, age 98, wife of the late Allen Morphis Stone, Sr., of Mooresville, formerly of Greensboro, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 3, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 4, 1925 in Robeson County, NC to the late Huey Inman and the late Annie Prevatte Inman. She is survived by her son, Richard W. Brown (Alma), and two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at 1:00PM at Meadowbrook Cemetery in Lumberton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Lawndale Baptist Church, 3505 Lawndale Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408. Online condolences can be made by visiting:...

Sandra Gold Weinstein, age 81, of Charlotte, NC, passed away Saturday, December 16, 2023. She was born October 13, 1942, to the late Phyllis & Israel Weinstein in Lumberton, NC. She grew up with an older brother, Joe (deceased), and a younger sister, Betsy. Sandra graduated from Lumberton High School where she was very active in sports, cheerleading, and National Honor Society. After graduating from college, she worked as a North Carolina Revenue Officer in Charlotte, NC, where she made her home. Sandra enjoyed playing golf and tennis, knitting, sewing, and decorating. She never hesitated to speak her mind. Sandra was known for her outgoing personality, kindness, generosity and...

James Smoot Cranfill, 77, of East Bend, NC, passed away at the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home in Winston-Salem, NC, on September 2, 2023. He was born in Lumberton, NC, to the late Rebecca and M. Smoot Cranfill. Smoot was a kindhearted man who gave the best bear hugs around. He liked sci-fi and hard rock, and he had a sense of humor that remained even after he entered hospice care at his home last fall. His family is grateful to everyone at Trellis Supportive Care (of which the Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home is a part) for their tireless support throughout Smoot's final months. Mr. Cranfill served in the US Navy from 1969-1973. He was stationed at naval pharmacies in San Diego and New Orleans...

On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, Ruth Chappell Britt passed away as a result of a recent illness. She is survived by her son, Jerry Britt and his wife Kathie; Jerry's son, Michael and his wife Amy, as well as her great-grandkids, Aubrey and Maddox; Jerry's daughter, Kristina, and her great-granddaughter, Emeila; her sister, Carol, who has spent countless days and weeks watching over her these past few years; and Walter Davis, Ruth's nephew, and his entire family, in addition to her nieces, Kim and Donna, and nephew, J.R. Chappell. She is also survived by very special friends: Jennifer Heath, Lindsey Godwin, and Judy Gullie who have helped take care of her since the passing of Brenda, her daughter....

Mr. Charles Ronald "Ronnie" Stansel, 79, of Lumberton, NC, completed his earthly mission on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at his home in Lumberton, NC. He was born in Lumberton, NC on July 1, 1943 to the late Charles B. & Sara Adams Stansel. Following high school, he attended Appalachian State University and The Durham Institute of Barbering. He enjoyed being a barber for over 50 years. His customers knew that when they received a haircut, they would also get his joy, positivity, and, possibly, music on the banjo. He was a lifetime member of Chestnut Street Methodist Church. Over the years, he taught a children's Sunday School class, served as a superintendent of Sunday School, and loved...

Mr. William "Bill" Foster French, Jr., 77, of Lumberton, NC, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. The Boy Scouts Cape Fear Council was fortunate to have such a dedicated troop leader as Bill. He devoted 38 years of his life to the Boy Scouts. He is survived by his wife, Sheila C. French; his children: Clary French and Tyler French of Wilmington, NC and Brad French of Mt. Pleasant, SC; and his sister Mary French Crofton of Lumberton, NC. The family will receive friends and loved ones prior to the service on Sunday, February 19, 2023, from 1:00-2:00 PM at the Asbury Hall of Chestnut Street Methodist Church, 200 E. 8th Street in Lumberton,...

Mr. Stephen Franklin Lovett, age 50, of Greenville, NC, formerly of Lumberton, NC, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023, at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville. He was born in Robeson County, NC on January 23, 1973. Known as Coach Love, he served as a physical education teacher, baseball coach, and football coach from 1999-2019 before transferring to his current position as football coach at J.H. Rose High School in Greenville. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, William "Bill" Judson Lovett and Jennie Enzor Lovett; his maternal grandparents, Bunyan Ford Howell, Sr. and Flora Mae Edge Howell; his uncles: Clyde Lovett (Louise), Buddy Howell, Harold Howell, and...

Mr. Terry LeGrand Edge, 68, of Raleigh, NC, passed away Monday, September 26, 2022. He was born on September 4, 1954, in Fort Benning, GA. Terry was a graduate of North Carolina State University, graduating with a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and eventually worked as a Superintendent for Turner Construction. Terry was a passionate history buff and enjoyed working with his hands. He was always starting a home improvement project that he would either leave unfinished or complete and leave us all in awe of his remarkable talent. Terry's children and grandchildren remember him fondly as a goofy, fun-loving man who always did his best to make them laugh and know that they were...

Robert Thomas Long, 67, of Lumberton, NC, passed away the morning of Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at Southeastern Hospice House from many complications of Type 1 diabetes. Rob was born in the small town of Cuba, NY on June 7, 1955. He moved with his family to Lumberton, NC at the age of 12, with the opening of Acme Electric Company. Rob attended Lumberton High School and Pembroke State University. Rob married his high school sweetheart, Rosemary, on July 7, 1990. The pair reconnected after a chance encounter at Crabtree Valley Mall in Raleigh, NC. They were married for 32 beautiful years. Rob was an extraordinary baker and owner of MidSouth Baking Company in Durham, NC where he specialized in...

" .... [A]nd what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?" (Micah 6:8) The Reverend Doctor Charles Henry Mercer, 102 years old, died on July 9, 2022. He was a resident of Croasdaile Village, Durham, North Carolina. Reverend Mercer was guided by Micah 6:8, which resulted in his being a devoted husband, wonderful father, dedicated servant, trusted friend, and an exemplary leader in professional roles throughout his life. Reverend Mercer was born on January 10, 1920 on a farm in the Regan Community in Robeson County, North Carolina. He was one of thirteen children of Nash Adams Mercer and Mary Young Mercer. He attended the Robeson...

A true Southern gentleman, straight-talker, and honorable man, Charles (Charlie) Madison Geer, Jr., 94, died peacefully on August 26, 2021 at his home in Lumberton, NC. He was born on December 26, 1926 in Gastonia, NC to Charles Madison and Alice Louise Evans Geer. Charlie grew up in LaGrange, GA but enjoyed frequent trips to Shuqualak, MS to visit his extended family and ride his beloved pony Cricket. He graduated from LaGrange High School in 1941 at age 15 then attended The Citadel in Charleston, SC for two years. In December 1943, at age 17, Charlie joined the Naval Air Corps and served for two and a half years in World War II. His flight time was on a TBM Navy torpedo bomber where he...