Thomas Kevin Cogburn

Thomas “Kevin” Cogburn, age 60, of Fayetteville, NC, walked through the gates of Heaven on October 30, 2026. On that day a great man said “see you later” to this earthly realm to join his Heavenly Father. Kevin passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family.

Kevin is preceded in death by his Father, Joe Cogburn Jr.; Sister, Melody “Becky” West; Brother Joe Cogburn III; Granddaughters, Valerie Elise Bugdanavage & Danielle LeeAnn Walton; and Son-in-law, James Alexander.

Kevin was involved in a life-changing accident in March of 1979 that almost took him from this earth before he could leave the amazing impact that he has.

He knew no strangers and held no hate in his heart. His family meant everything to him with only our Heavenly Father being placed a priority above them. He grew to build a full life with his wife Teresa sharing a treasured 40 years of marriage that provided 3 daughters, and 9 grandchildren that he loved tremendously.

Left behind to cherish his memory are His wife, Teresa Cogburn of the home; His daughters, Tabitha Alexander of Fayetteville, Michelle Grimsley (Brandon) of Tobermory, & Kimberly Cogburn (Daniel Walton) of Fayetteville; His 7 living grandchildren of whom Kevin was most proud being their “Papa” which include: Haleigh Alexander, Dahlia Grimsley, Wyatt West, Thomas Kevin Cogburn Jr., Molly Grimsley, Susannah Grimsley, and Shawn Robinson; His loving mother, Margaret Cogburn of Fayetteville; His brothers, Bruce Cogburn of Fayetteville, Sam Cogburn (Annette) of Gray’s Creek, & Pat Cogburn (Lisa) of Ft. Meyers, FL.

Kevin was loved by so many, and he always made sure it was known how much they were loved by him. We ask family and friends to come together to celebrate his life as we remembering a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, a dear friend who has touched the lives of so many during his lifetime. He will truly be missed, but as he would say, “We don’t say goodbye, it’s see you later.”

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any monetary donations be left to his wife, Teresa as she is solely raising their two young grandsons. Donations can be made to Teresa Cogburn & Family via Zelle (910-527-9073), CashApp ($teachingmama2016), or directly to the family.