James Warren Taylor
Jul 22, 2026
James “Jimmy” Taylor, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away surrounded by the love of family and friends. Though our hearts are heavy, we celebrate a life filled with kindness, laughter, unwavering generosity, and the simple joys that made Jimmy who he was.
Born and raised in Fayetteville, Jimmy graduated from South View High School in 1983, where he proudly played both...
SSG Michael Emmanuel Swinton
Jul 19, 2026
Staff Sergeant Michael Emmanuel Swinton was born on June 30, 1996, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, to Christel Swinton and Willie Shaun McMillian. From an early age, Michael was known for his intelligence, adventurous spirit, and ability to make lasting friendships wherever life took him. Throughout his childhood, he lived in North Carolina, New York, Alabama, and Utah, experiences that helped...
Evelyn Chapman
Jul 17, 2026
Evelyn Chapman, 86, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 17, 2026, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
Born as the second oldest of ten children and lovingly referred to as “Judgy” or “Jella” by her siblings, Evelyn embraced the role of family caregiver at an early age. This lifelong spirit of nurturing and devotion only grew...
Mary Ann Rentmeester
Jul 13, 2026
Mary Ann ( Hockers ) Rentmeester, 72, of Fayetteville, North Carolina passed away peacefully on July 13,2026.
Born on November 3rd, 1953, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Mary was the 3rd child of Howard Hockers and Bernice ( VandenHeuvel ) Hockers.
Mary was known for her love, kindness, and devotion to her daughter. A hardworking woman who loved fiercely. She adored spending time...
Ronald Anthony Matarese, Jr.
Jul 13, 2026
Ronald Anthony Matarese, Jr., 60, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026.
Born on March 26, 1966, Ronald known by his friends and family as Ronnie was the son of the late Ronald Anthony Matarese, Sr., and Constance Ciraolo.He is survived by his wife, Susan Dean Matarese; Daughter Katelyn M. Connell and husband Alex; Son, Anthony Matarese;...
George Clifton Covington
Jul 12, 2026
George "Cliff" Covington was born on November 19, 1966, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, and went home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2026.
Cliff is survived by his wife of twenty-one years, Amy Covington; their two sons, Tyler Covington (wife Baylee) and Jr. Gardner (wife Lizzy); and one daughter, Emily Covington. They have been blessed with five grandchildren,...
Kerry Ann Stalker
Jul 10, 2026
Kerry A. Stalker, 61, of Fayetteville, North Carolina and Tampa, Florida, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida after a brief illness.
Born Kerry Ann Mordarski on August 24, 1964 in Berea, Ohio, Kerry was the daughter of Dennis John Mordarski, Sr. and Barbara Joan (Chapman) Mordarski. She was a graduate of North Ridgeville...
Elizabeth Burns
Jul 7, 2026
Elizabeth C. Burns, 85, of Fayetteville, NC, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026, at home surrounded by family.Betty was born August 13, 1940, in Nelsonville, OH, to the late Ira and Edna Clark. Betty worked at L&S Lancaster Sales in Nelsonville for many years before moving with her family to North Carolina.Betty is survived by her life partner, Lannie...
Ronald Keels
Jul 3, 2026
Ronald "Ronnie" Keels was born on March 22, 1949, in Birmingham, Alabama, to the late Sylvester Keels Sr. and Mary Ellen (Brewer) Keels.
Ronnie spent his early childhood in Birmingham until 1960, when his mother moved him and his brothers and sister to Mount Vernon, New York. As a young man, Ronnie worked diligently at a local fruit and vegetable market...
Joseph Patrick Kovasckitz
Jul 2, 2026
Joseph "Joe" Patrick Kovasckitz, 60, passed away on July 2, 2026, in Hope Mills, North Carolina.
Joe was born on April 5, 1966, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Thomas and Marlene Kovasckitz (of Tiffin, Ohio). He was the youngest of seven children. Being an Army family, the Kovasckitz moved around a lot in the early years. A post at Fort Bragg took...