All Obituaries

David Smith, “Possum” or “Slick”, 71, of Lumberton, NC passed away on April 8, 2026. He was born to the late Bennie Haggins and Jessie Lee Smith on February 4, 1955. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie Haggins and Jessie Lee Smith, two brothers, Larry Smith, and Jeffery Smith, and two nephews Benjie Lee Smith, and Jayden Smith. David was a member of Elizabeth Heights Baptist Church and enjoyed attending church. He enjoyed riding his golf cart, smoking a ...

Ms. Wilma E. Locklear, age 86, of Lumberton, North Carolina, gained her heavenly wings on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026.  She was born on August 26, 1939, to the late John Archie and Roberta Locklear. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her four sisters: Mary Ann Locklear, Juanita Oxendine, Nora Locklear, and Evelyn Locklear. Wilma leaves to cherish her memory her loving children, Phillis Clark (Barney), Nicky Locklear (Deborah) of Lumberton, and Mark Locklear of ...

Terry Lee Brewington, 64 of 118 Ethan St., Lumberton, NC peacefully departed this life on April 3rd 2026. He was born on June 8, 1961 in Charlotte, NC. Terry was a devoted and hardworking man who found joy in life’s simple blessings. He never turned down a good cup of coffee, no matter the time of day, and treasured every moment spent with those he loved. His greatest happiness came from being with family, especially grandchildren and his great-grandson. Terry also had a special love ...

Billy Dean Locklear, 59, of 2839 Moss Neck Road, Pembroke, NC was born on July 1, 1966 and departed this life on April 3, 2026. He is preceded in death by his parents Billy Bullard and Lois Locklear, along with his sister Joan Locklear. He leaves to cherish his loving sister Carla Sampson of Pembroke, Bobby Locklear of Pembroke, Elvis Locklear of Pembroke, and Carol Chavis of Rowland along with a host of relatives and friends.   

Mrs. Helen L. Godwin of Lumberton, North Carolina departed this life from home on Friday, April 3, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born in Robeson County on November 28, 1941 to Preston and Martha Lee McGirt Locklear.  In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, William Godwin, two brothers, William Locklear, and Leon Jones as a well as a son, Jerry Godwin.  She was a partner of 52 years to Lawrence Lowery, Jr., who lived in the home with her who she ...

Mrs. Judy Locklear (84), of Maxton, NC, entered her Heavenly home Thursday, April 2, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Judy was born June 14, 1941, in Union Chapel Community, Robeson County, North Carolina to the late Mr. Dannie Locklear and Mrs. Nancy Jane Locklear. Judy served her community by taking women seeking safety and refuge to the crisis shelter. She also served with the Women’s Missionary Union and as a Sunday school teacher for many years. Judy was a deeply loving wife, ...

Terry Jones, 77 of 26 Old Wilkins Drive, Lumberton, NC departed this life to be with his Heavenly Father on March 28, 2026. He was born on December 29, 1948 in Robeson County to his parents, the late Whit and Carrie Mae Jones. Terry was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Kerry Gayle Jones, a brother, Billy Ray Jones, and a sister, Mary Jane Jones. Terry served in the United States Army from 1969-1971. He was a Vietnam Veteran and served in the Army National Guard until he ...

June Ellen Locklear, 74, of Lumberton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, ready to join her Heavenly Father and be reunited with those she loved most. She leaves behind a legacy not measured in titles or accolades, though she earned many, but in the thousands of children whose lives were made better because she refused to look the other way. Born on May 13, 1951, in Hamlet, North Carolina, to Clenard “Bo” and Gussie Bell Locklear, June grew up between two ...

Ms. Ashley Nicole Jacobs, 35, of 904 Woods Road, Pembroke, NC was born March 26, 1990 and departed this life on March 22, 2026. Ms. Ashley is preceded in death by her grandparents Hanson Jacobs and Josephine Jacobs, and Uncle Terry Lester Jacobs. She is survived by her mother Connie Lee Jacobs Revels, her father Freddie Dial Sr., and brothers Jason Elliot Jacobs, Freddie Dial Jr. (Natalie), Anthony Jones, and Christopher Dial, and sisters Lo’Real Renna Revels and Angie Lowery; three ...