All Obituaries

Steve Gregory of Buies Creek, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026, at UNC Rex Heart Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. He was born October 31, 1948 to the late Aldine and Howard Gregory. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Carvel Gregory and Joe Gregory; sisters, Betty Jean Coates and Gayle Spence; sister-in-law, Judy Gregory; brother-in-law, Demery Austin; niece, Kathy Braswell; and nephew, Walt Gregory. He is survived by his loving ...

George Donald O’Quinn, 88, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026. Born on November 26, 1937, he lived a life defined by service, dedication, and a deep love for his family and community. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey Mack O’Quinn and Alice Gill O’Quinn. He is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Elaine Nordan O’Quinn; his brother, Luther O’Quinn (Linda); his children, Donna O’Quinn and David O’Quinn (Norma); and his ...

Hazel Weaver Clark, of Holly Springs, North Carolina, passed peacefully on April 4, 2026, at the age of 102. During her 37,564 days on this earth, Hazel brought joy and happiness to those around her. She was born and raised in rural North Carolina, principally in Harnett County. She graduated from Lillington High School in 1942, in the early years of World War II. In 1956, she married John Edward (Sam) Clark. Hazel joined the Flat Branch Presbyterian Church in ...

Mrs. Euna Faye Deal Denkins, 88, of Lillington passed away Friday April 3, 2026 at Cape Fear Valley Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born in Harnett County, the youngest daughter of Irvin and Eunice Deal. In addition to her parents Faye was preceded in death by husband Charles Thomas Denkins; sisters Ora Mae McNeill, Polly Spivey, Sue Nell Deal; brother Jimmy Deal. She is survived by sisters Dorothy Patterson and Lib O’Kelley as well as many nieces and nephews. Faye loved ...

Mrs. Patsy Jo Waller, 84, of Lillington passed away peacefully Thursday, April 2, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Howard and Marguerite Davis of Morrisville. Patsy was a graduate of Cary High School. In addition to her parents, Patsy was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Waller and a son, Mike Cotten. Patsy is survived by her daughters, Allison Morris (Richard) of Cary, Angie Stewart (Jon) of Angier, and Anita Cotten of Morrisville; 6 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; ...

Mrs. Nora Cathryn McDonald Blanchard, 96, of Buies Creek, passed away Saturday March 28, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family.  Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM at Harnett Memorial Park with Pastor Greg Lawson presiding. The family will receive friends following the service at her home.  Nora Cathryn McDonald Blanchard’s life was a beautiful testament to devotion, rooted in the town of Lillington, where she grew up with her ...

Frances “Diane” Blackman Boggs, 73, of Mamers passed away March 26, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.  She was born November 22, 1952 in Cumberland County, NC to the late Curtis Elbert Blackman and Lottie Isabell Hall Blackman.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Timothy Ray Boggs; brothers, Tommy Starling and James Starling; and sister, Bitsy Starling. Diane is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Johnnie Boggs; daughter, Tina ...

James Michael McDonald, 78, of Willow Spring passed away at his home on Saturday March 21, 2026. He was born August 13, 1947, to James and Emily McDonald. James was a hot rod enthusiast. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. James requested that there would be no formal service held.

Charles Schantz, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 18, 2026, at Temple University Hospital, surrounded by his loved ones. Born with a warm spirit and an unmistakable sense of humor, Charles was known for making those around him smile. He was a proud graduate of Temple University and honorably served in the United States Army Reserves. Charles shared 54 beautiful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Lynne Schantz (née DiPietro). Together, ...

Hope Eastmond, 51, of Lillington, NC passed away on March 14,2026. she was born on January 20,1975, in Newark, NJ to the late George and Mary Rodrigues. Born on January 20,1975, in Newark, NJ, she went to school at St Casimir School until 4th grade before moving to Middletown,NJ,  where she graduated from Middletown High School North.In her later years to better provide for her family, she went back to college at Miller Motte College to get her associates degree in medical coding and ...