Jennifer Scott, born April 29, 1981, at Scotland Memorial Hospital, passed away peacefully at her home on February 26, 2026. She was 44 years old. She was preceded in death by her father, Leroy Scott. Jennifer’s life was filled with love, laughter, and kindness. She had a gentle spirit and a caring heart that touched everyone she met. Her warmth could light up a room, and her compassion left a lasting mark on all who knew her. She is survived by her devoted mother, Doris ...

Mrs. Mary “Mable” Lee Jones, age 76, entered into her heavenly home on February 18, 2026, at home surrounded by her family. Mary of Maxton born March 4, 1949, is preceded in death by her parents Mr. English “Black: Barton and Mrs. Allie “Bird” Bertha Barton and one son Mr. Michael Spencer Clark, seven brothers and two sisters. Mrs. Mary leaves to cherish her memories her husband Sanford Jones of the home; two daughters: Stephanie A. Zuniga (Jim) and Clarissa ...

Mr. Howard Harrison Pierce, 68, of 251 Kate Denny Rd., Red Springs, NC was born August 7, 1957, to the Late Mr. James Pierce and Ms. NeEssie. He departed this life into eternity on Friday, February 13, 2026, at home. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his two sisters, Mary Villa and Pamela Villa Borrero, one nephew, Cody Pierce and one niece, Ashley Pierce. Mr. Howard served honorably in U.S. Marines from 1975-1976. He enjoyed spending time with his children, ...

James Burns, age 90, passed peacefully on February 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born August 3, 1935, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. James relocated to Pembroke, North Carolina, 40 years ago. He is predeceased by his wife of fifty years, Ola Burns (Sampson). As well as his father, John T. Burns; his mother, Evelyn Burns; seven siblings; and his daughter, Betty Hull. He is survived by five children: Georgeanna Pugh of Pembroke, NC, John Fields of Philadelphia, PA, Angela ...

Mr. Wedford Jones, Sr., 70, was born May 12, 1955. He was born to the late Mr. Zelbert and Hazel L. Jones. He passed on February 2, 2026, transitioning to his eternal home. He is proceeded in death by his wife Mrs. Beverly Jones and his son Clem Zelbert “C2” Jones, three brothers: Mr. Jessie Locklear, Mr. Ledford Jones, Mr. Stedford Jones; three sisters Mrs. Flora J. Jones, Brenda Jones and Mrs. Linda Goodman. He leaves to cherish his memories, four children: Derrick Jones ...

Bonnie Sue “Moose” Locklear, 79, of Pembroke, North Carolina was born March 29, 1946, to the late Eddie and Flax Locklear. She entered her heavenly home on January 30, 2026. In addition to her parents, Bonnie was preceded in death by her husband Floyd Locklear, two brothers: Stanford Locklear and Wade Locklear; one daughter: Sherry Haywood; one daughter-in-law: Melissa Locklear; and a grandson: Jessie Haywood. She is survived by her sons: Jeffery Locklear (Debbie), Eric ...

Mr. Anthony Mitchell of Lumberton was born, August 28, 1972, he entered into his heavenly home on January 26, 2026. He was proceeded in death by his mother Jennie Mitchell, brothers, Bobby Mitchell & Reggie Lee Hunt, Sister~ Paula Lewis Surviving are his father Mr. Bobby Locklear, sister, Darla Locklear (Mykaila), brothers-in-law Aaron Strickland (Brittiny) KJ. Oxendine, sisters-in-law LaTishia Locklear (Jason), Haneigh Sanderson (Dillon), a special friend June Bugg, several nieces ...

Ms. Betty Ann Barton Dial was born on November 10, 1953, in Robeson County. Ms. Betty was one of twelve children to her parents to the late Mr. George Barton & Mrs. Edith Jones Barton. Mrs. Betty was employed at Sara Lee Knit Productions until closing of the plant. She then went on to the Public Schools of Robeson County, where she was employed with Townsend Middle School as a Janitorial Service woman as she still had her own little business she had started early in years in life as ...

Mrs. Gladys Oxendine 85, of 891 Faith Rd., Pembroke was born September 15, 1940 to the late Mr. Ashley Locklear and Mrs. Doshie Lee Jones and departed this life on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Mr. Moses Oxendine Jr, a son Mr. Lance Oxendine, and a daughter-in-law Mrs. Patsy Ann Oxendine. She was also proceeded in death by her siblings Mrs. Frances Baxley, Mrs. Priscilla Jones, Mr. Garvey Jones, and Mr. ...

Ms. Janice Hoffman, 70, of Pembroke was born on January 31, 1955, and departed this life on Thursday, January 22, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. Lacy and Annie Locklear; her husband Kurt Hoffman, a sister Diane (as an infant), her brothers Ricky (as an infant), Currie Locklear, and a nephew Coty Lowry. Janice is survived by Ron Jones (Stephanie) of Maxton, Faye Shipman of Hope Mills, Wanda Locklear of Pembroke, Von Locklear (Thelma) of Rowland, Dallas Locklear (Meg) of ...