All Obituaries

Ms. Melissa Kay Wilkinson age 47 of 1605 Hardin Rd. Lumberton NC 28358 went to be with the Lord on May 22nd 2019. Ms. Wilkinson was born in Louisiana Missouri on October 19th, 1971. She is survived by her father, Ronny Wilkinson of the home; one brother, Howard Lynn Monroe of Lumberton; four nephews, Josh Wayne, Arron Lynn, Matthew Cody and Dustin William Wilkinson all of Lumberton; and one niece, Taylor Morgan Wilkinson of Kingman Arizona.

Mr. Charles Lowery, 69 of 335 Beam Rd Lumberton N.C was born May 19, 1950 and departed this life May 19, 2019 at his home surrounded by family and his loving wife.   He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Ossiree Lowery. Two brothers, Robert Lee Lowery and Herman Lee Lowery; one sister, Joyce Locklear.   Mr. Lowery leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Janice Lowery; a daughter Haley McMillian of the home, Velenda Lowery of Pembroke N.C and one step-daughter,...

Mr. Jerry Wayne Lewis, 66, of Lumberton, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2019, at home surrounded by family.      He was born June 12, 1952, in Lumberton, NC, to the late Rowland and the late Maggie Lee Lewis.       Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by a brother, Tommy Raiford Lewis and two sisters, Ann Lewis and Linda Rose Lewis.       He is survived by his wife Lorraine Chavis Lewis, of the...

Mr. Joseph Lane Bullard, 33, of Rowland, died May 12, 2019. He was born Aug. 2, 1985, in Lumberton, the son of Wilbert and Brenda Bullard. He attended First Apostolic Church in Rowland, and was a 2006 graduate of Purnell Swett High School. Mr. Bullard is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Ed Brayboy and Wilbert Bullard; and also his grandmother, Margaret Bullard. Joseph is survived by his parents, Wilbert and Brenda Bullard of Rowland; his sisters/best friends, Monica and Jeff Goins...

Ms. Hazel J. Jacobs, born October 9, 1932 in Lumberton, NC went to be with the Lord on May 13, 2019.    Miss. Jacobs is survived by a sister, Nell Bruce of Lumberton, NC and nieces and one nephew, Johnny Leto (Susan) of Warrenton, VA, Olympia Letos of Wise, VA, Becky May of Richmond, VA, Dina Dent (Walt) of Chesterfield, VA, Debbie Gibons (Dan) of Chesterfield, VA, Rhonda Jacobs of Washington State, Alvina Mabry (Randy) of Radford, VA, Hazel Elaine Kangas (her friend Perry) of New...

Mr. Carlucas Dell Hunt, 45, of Lumberton, NC was born December 2, 1973 and departed this life May 10, 2019. He was the son of the late Cardell Hunt. He is survived by his mother, Joyce Hunt Lambert; a daughter, Tela Locklear of Maxton; and two grandsons, Lazarus Braddy and Treonta Edwards; Three sisters, all of Lumberton Tammy Wilkins, Suzanna Dial (Robbie Hanes) and Rita F. Hunt; two nieces ,two nephews, two great nieces and one great nephew.

Ms. Beverly L. Freeman, 62 of Lumberton, NC departed this life on May 10th, 2019 at home. She will be remembered for her love of family, her joy for cooking, and her laughter.    She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Lucille Emery; a son, Danny R. Freeman Jr; sisters, Vicky Emanuel and Kim Clark; and a great granddaughter, Baby Kinsley.    Ms. Freeman leaves behind her companion of 27 years, Johnny Prevatte; 2 children, Daniele Freeman and Jamie Sampson; 4...

Ruth McGee, 68, of 212 Hines St., Lumberton, NC was born on January 17, 1951 in Robeson County and ended her life’s journey on May 4, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents, Tammy and Ida Mae Strickland; three brothers, Garnvell, Varnell and N.L. Strickland; two sisters,Annette Strickland and Eva Mae Sampson. Ruth is survived by her husband of 45 years, Willie McGee; four sisters, Yvonnie (Horace) Sampson, Evonnie Tyler, Hellen Strickland and Nancy (Donnie) Wilcox; two...

Ms. Tina Lynn Dial, 49 of 304 Saratoga St. Red Springs, NC departed this life on earth Thursday, May 2, 2019.    Ms. Tina was born on July 8, 1969 to Mr. Elisha Dial, Sr. and the late Nancy Jane Dial. She was preceded in death by her brother, Robert Dial; maternal grandmother, Pauline Purvis and paternal grandparents, Essie Mae and Claude Dial.    Ms. Tina was a well respected and loving member of her community. Her many years of hard work and dedication...

Mrs. Linda H. Locklear, 71, of 7004 Deep Branch Rd. Pembroke, went to be with the Lord on May 3, 2019 at Southeastern. She was an educator with the Public Schools of Robeson County for over 30 years. She touched the lives of many with her love for books. Everyone from young to old were touched by her smiles and hugs. She was a kind and loving person to all. She is preceded in death by her parents, Dudley and Ida C. Hunt; and Sisters, Rebecca Sampson and Kathy Norton. Mrs. Locklear leaves...