All Obituaries

Caleb Mitchell Johnson, age 23, of Sanford, NC, went to be with the Lord, Friday, August 7, 2020. He was born in Lee County, NC on October 15, 1996 to Edwin C. Johnson and Michelle Mitchell Johnson.  His grandfathers preceded him in death; Steven Ray Mitchell and Charles Edwin Johnson.   Caleb was a member of Cool Springs Baptist Church and a graduate of Lee County Senior High School and a recent graduate of Appalachian State University with a B.S. Degree in Criminal Justice....

May 19th 1942-August 7th 2020 Judy passed away midnight August 7, 2020 at Westfield Rehabilitation and Health Center.   Judy died peacefully in her sleep, which is what she wanted.  Judy was a dear friend of ours for forty years and we created many memories together over those years. Judy worked at Pentair for over 20 years until her retirement; she made many friends during her time there. She was dedicated to her work and she was a genuine friend.  Judy was very...

Mr. Fred Hubert Garner, Sr., age 92 of the Deep River Community in Lee County, N.C. passed quietly into Heaven on Tuesday, August 4th. Hubert was surrounded by his three children and other family members. Hubert was born in Union County, S.C. on March 15, 1928 to the late Oscar Walker Garner, Sr. and Lillian Anna Hall Garner. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Marguerite Dobbins Garner and siblings Oscar Walker Garner, Jr., Orin Garner, Catherine...

Donald Ray Thomas, age 67, of Sanford, NC, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Lee County to the late Billy Jones Thomas and Mildred Mason Wicker.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Beth Williams and brother, Michael Thomas.  He worked as a crane operator at Sanford Contractors.  Donald enjoyed watching NASCAR, spending time in the mountains and riding ATV’s. Donald is...

Tommy “Keith” Davis, 55, of Sanford, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020, after a courageous battle with cancer. Keith was born in Randolph County, on July 27, 1965, to Helen B. Hicks and the late Tommy Davis.  He worked as a truck driver for J. & G. Machinery. Surviving relatives include his wife, Bonnie D. Davis; his mother Helen Hicks and step-father, Ronnie Hicks of Seagrove; sons Nathan Davis and Page of Sophia and Chad White and Michelle of...

Van Edward Sharpe, age 73, of Sanford, NC, died Monday, August 3, 2020 in Ohio while doing what he loved.  Van was an owner/operator truck driver for over 50 years. He was born in Lee County, NC on July 5, 1947 to the late Ben Joe Sharpe and Mary (Mae) Frances Gilmore Sharpe.  Van was one of ten children; brother Frankie Sharpe also preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife Linda Cox Sharpe; daughter Rebecca Medlin and husband Sonny Baltin of Sanford; grandchildren Haven...

James Harold Wright, age 77, of Broadway, NC, died Sunday, August 2, 2020 at his home. He was born in Harrison County, West Virginia on April 20, 1943 to the late William Russel Wright and Mary Elizabeth Trotter Wright.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Agnes Jean Mangam and brother Raymond Russell Wright.  James served our country in the United States Army for 23 years.  He was a member of the following organizations and served in many...

George Phillip Davis, age 78, of Sanford, NC died Friday, July 31, 2020 at his home. He was born in Marion County, SC on March 4, 1942 to the late Joe Bruce Davis and Gladys Edwards Davis.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Joe Bruce Davis, Jr. and sister Marjorie Holleman.  George was a bank examiner. He is survived by sons Kevin Davis and wife Terri of Sharpsburg, GA, Michael Davis and wife Jodi of Nesquehoning, PA and grandchildren Madeline,...

Randall “Randy” Kevin Riddle, age 57, of Dunn, NC., passed away on Friday, July 31, 2020 at SECU Jim & Betsy Bryan Hospice Home of UNC Health Care in Pittsboro. He was born in Lee County on February 24, 1963 to the late Roy L. Riddle and D. Annette Spencer Riddle.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard “Ricky” Riddle and Rodney Bruce Riddle.  Randy worked in furniture manufacturing for many years.  In his...

William Henry Martin, Jr, age 71, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at his home. Mr. Martin was born in Person County, on March 26, 1949, to the late William Henry Martin and Lois Davis Martin.  He was preceded in death by his sister Marie Pruitt and a brother Ray Martin.  He worked as a mechanic for Martin Enterprise of Sanford. Surviving relatives include his wife Sharon Thomas Martin of the home; a step-son, Scott Beal and wife Heather of Angier; brothers, Dennis Martin...