All Obituaries

Mack Chavis, Jr., was born in Lumberton, NC on July 14, 1995 and passed away Monday, August 9, 2026 surrounded by his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mack Chavis and Margaret Chavis Locklear, his siblings, Christine Chavis, Jerry (Allen) Chavis, Chester Chavis, Leon Chavis, Marvin Bruce Chavis. Mack is survived by his wife, Judy Chavis, son, Mike Chavis (Helen) of Lumberton, a granddaughter, Tanana Chavis, his siblings, Bobby Chavis of Lumberton, and Corney ...

Rickey Eugene Odom, 74, of 2628 Union Chapel Rd., Pembroke, departed this life on August 7, 2026. He was born July 21, 1952, to Eugene Albert Odom and Martha Demery Odom. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Ruth Graham Odom; three daughters, Casina Baker (Rory), Shelita Odom and Geneda Odom; one son, Keithen Odom. His two sisters, Pamela Emanuel (Laney) and Oneida Odom; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild; along with a host of relatives and ...

James "Jimmy" Milligan, 69, of 159 Richy Drive, Pembroke, NC went to his heavenly home on August 4, 2026. James was born on May 5, 1957. He was a beloved son, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew him and loved him. James previously worked at Fleetwood and at Maynor Center Store. He was a hard worker and humble man who loved making others laugh and lifting spirits. His kindness, sense of humor, and love for those around him will ...

Jamie Chavis, 53 of Supply, NC entered his eternal resting place on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones. Jamie was born September 12th, 1972, to Audrey Chavis and the late David “Buddy” Chavis. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his sister, Tammy Chavis. Jamie leaves behind a loving wife of 31 years, Mary Lois Chavis, along with three children whom he considered his whole world, Chenora Scott (Jerid) of Pembroke, NC, David Chavis ...

Betty Lois Locklear, 86, of 2013 Odum Rd, Lumberton was born September 30, 1939. She departed this life August 2, 2026 and went to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by her children's father, Lacy Locklear, a son, Carl Dean Locklear as well as a grandson, Christopher Lee Chavis. She was also preceded in death by her mother, Eunia Jane Jones, her father John Willard Jones, along with her brothers, Johnnie Johnson Jones, Robert Earl Jones, Kenneth Ray ...

Lockey “Buddy” Oxendine, 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, August 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. While our hearts are broken by his passing, we find comfort in knowing that he is now at peace and reunited in Heaven with those who went before him. Buddy was born on September 6, 1945, to the late William Russell Oxendine and Mary Francis Oxendine. He was also preceded in death by his beloved granddaughter, Bailey Lynn Locklear, and his ...

Robert Boyd Harden, 85, of Lumberton, NC passed away on August 1, 2026 at Southeastern Hospital in Lumberton, NC. Robert, “Rob”, was born in Robeson County on April 4, 1941 to the late Norman Daniel and Mary Harden. He was preceded in death by his brothers, John, Walter, Hubert, Lonnie, and Edmond Harden all of Lumberton, H.B. Harden, of California, Lee Harden of Baltimore, Maryland, his sisters, Annie Chavis, and Gladys Cummings of Pembroke, NC. He is survived by his sister, ...

Earl Ray Woods, 56, of 2400 Philadelphia Road, Pembroke, departed this life on July 31, 2026. He was born on June 21, 1970, to Harold and Louellen Woods. He was preceded in death by his father Harold Woods; one brother Harold Dean Woods Jr. and maternal grandparents. He is survived by his mother, Louellen Woods; one sister Teresa Harper (Glenn); two brothers Anthony Woods (Tammy), Bobby Woods (Brandy); two children: April Woods and Earl Woods Jr. (Marlita); five grandchildren: Neveah, ...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Johnny Thomas affectionately known as Boss Man. He was born Mary 18, 1954 and departed this life on July 31, 2026, at the age of 72. Johnny had a deep love for photography and enjoyed capturing the beauty of nature, as well as special moments with his family and friends. He was passionate about race cars and especially loved spending time at the drag strip. Johnny also enjoyed Mustangs, playing the guitar and piano, watching Westerns, ...