Norman Stephen Gralewski
Jul 21, 2025
Norman Stephen Gralewski, age 70, passed away suddenly on July 21st, surrounded by loved ones. Known for his kind heart, quick wit, and deep love for his family, Norman leaves behind a legacy filled with laughter, stories, and unforgettable memories.
Gracing the world with his presence, Norman (affectionately known as Storman Norman and Butthead) was born on December 26, 1954, in...
Rennie Johnson, Jr.
Jul 20, 2025
Rennie Johnson Jr., 81, of Hope Mills, NC, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 20, 2025.
Rennie, known for his vibrant and quick wit personality, was easy to get to know. Rennie could make people smile and feel at ease with a simple “hello”. Known also to his friends as “white eyes” during his younger years...
Fannie Mae Thompson
Jul 17, 2025
Fannie Mae Thompson, 90, of Fayetteville, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025 in her home.
Born January 1, 1935, in Rockingham County, NC, Fannie was the daughter of the late Curtis and Kathleen Quick. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, James Thompson; son, Jimmy Lee Thompson, brothers, Clyde, Donald Ray, Roy, Joe,...
Jay Evans McCosh
Jul 16, 2025
Jay Evans McCosh took his final breaths on earth, on July 16, 2025 with his wife and sons at his side.
Jay was born to Virginia (Evans) and Joe McCosh on October 10, 1936 on Chicago’s south side. After graduating from Hirsch High School, where he played basketball and ran track, Jay ventured to Boulder, Colorado to attend the University of...
Helen Carol Cummings
Jul 16, 2025
Helen Carol Jolly Cummings, 78, of Hope Mills, North Carolina, passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Helen was born June 14, 1947, in Cumberland County, NC to the last Oliver and Daisy Jolly. She graduated from Massey Hill High School and grew up in Hope Mills.
She lived her adult life in Arden, NC where she created her life. She worked...
Guy Daniel Reed
Jul 10, 2025
Guy Daniel Reed, 74, of Hope Mills, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
Born August 2, 1950, in Christiansburg, VA, Guy was the son of the late Glenn Calvert and Hazel Boone Reed. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Judy Reed.
Some of Guy's favorite childhood memories were of the time he...
Owen Henry Harris
Jul 10, 2025
Owen Henry Harris, 94, of Hope Mills passed away July 10, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family.
Born in Robeson County, he was the son of the late Lee Roy and Trulie Ross Harris. He was also preceded in death by his wife Rose Elaine Harris, sister, Betty Lou Hyman and two brothers, Robert Harris and Alex Harris.
He is survived...
James Stedman Powell, Jr.
Jul 9, 2025
James Stedman "Boogie" Powell, Jr., 58 of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at Highsmith Rainey Specialty Hospital with family by his side.
Born July 28, 1966, in Cumberland County, Boogie is the son of James Stedman Powell, Sr. and Geraldine Raynor Powell. In addition to his parents, he is also survived by his sister, Lisa Kuykendall and husband...
Ollie Mae Lyons
Jul 4, 2025
Ollie Mae Lyons (Brown), 89, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on July 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in Palm Bay, Florida. Born on November 13, 1935 in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Ollie lived a remarkable life filled with love, service, and joy that touched all who knew her.
As the eldest of five children born to Ollie...