All Obituaries

Jeffrey Alan Morgan, age 61, of Sanford, NC, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020 at his home. He was born on September 1, 1958 in Panama City, Florida to Herman L. and Jean H. Morgan. Jeff was a US Navy veteran, serving faithfully for nearly ten years, visiting many interesting places.  Jeff was an avid reader, who loved learning about a wide variety of topics, as well as writing poetry.  He was a loving and generous person who enjoyed interacting and helping others as he was...

Kenneth James McFarland, age 50, of Sanford, NC, died Thursday, January 16, 2020 at the First Health Hospice House in Moore County. He was born in Lee County, NC on August 22, 1969 to Timothy “Tim” Worth McFarland and Sandra Clifton Fleming.  Kenneth graduated from Western Harnett High School and received Associate Degrees from Sandhills Community College and Cape Fear Community College.  He worked as a surgical technician for New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He is survived...

Calie Nicole Collins, age 25, of Sanford, NC, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at Central Carolina Hospital. She was born in Ft. Bragg, NC, on August 5, 1994, to Lisa and the late Randy Collins.  She is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Edward and Blanche Collins; maternal grandfather Dennis McGee and father Randy Collins and an Aunt Lori McGee. She leaves behind to cherish her memory; her mother, Lisa Collins and stepfather Ronald Bond of Sanford, one son,...

David L. Bielski, age 76 of Sanford, NC, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at Liberty Commons surrounded by his loving family. He was born in New Britain, Connecticut on April 23, 1943 to the late Louis Bielski, Jr. and Josephine Martha Yuskis.  David proudly served in the Navy on the USS Lake Champlain. He was retired from Patterson Dental.  David loved his family and was proud of every accomplishment they achieved. He is survived his son David L. Bielski, Jr. and husband...

Hila Jane Cuttler, age 52, of Sanford, NC, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Transitions Hospice Care in Raleigh. She was born in Middletown, New York on April 18, 1967 to the late Charles A. Cuttler and Hilda Mary DiGuida Cuttler.  She was a member of Holly Springs Baptist Church.  Hila loved her family and friends dearly. Her animals brought her great joy. She is survived by her loyal companion Bobby D. Baker, Jr. of Sanford; brothers Donald Cuttler of New York and...

Doris Elizabeth Stone O’Quinn, age 69, of Cameron, NC, died Sunday, January 12, 2020 at the FirstHealth Hospice House with her family by her side. She was born in Hamlet, NC on June 20, 1950 to Garland Fred Stone and Miriam “Granny” Cole Stone.  Her father preceded her in death.  Doris loved spending time with her family and was a wonderful cook and housekeeper.  Animals, especially dogs, and tending to her flowers were some of her favorite pastimes. ...

Johnny Franklin Baker, age 61, of Sanford, NC, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2020 at Hamlet House. He was born in Lee County on August 22, 1958 to the late John Frank Baker and Irene Pettus Baker.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Timmy Baker and sister Cathy Cassidy.  Johnny worked in home construction until a decline in his health.  While he was a resident of Hamlet House, he enjoyed watching television and visiting with other...

Johnny Eugene Pate, age 65, of Whiteville, NC, died Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at his home. He was born in Scotland County, NC on September 25, 1954 to the late William Rufus Pate and Beulah Mae Rouse Pate.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by siblings Billy Pate, William Pate and Jeanette Johnson.  Johnny was a plumber and served our country in the United States Marine Corp. He is survived by his wife Debby Giles Pate; sons Gene Pate and wife Robin of Cameron,...

John T “Jack” Major passed in peace at the age of 90.  Retired from Texas Instruments, a devout Catholic, he was a devoted husband of 40 years to Joann Major.  Preceded in death by his son, John H. Major.   Loving father to Kim Barnes and husband Randall, Debbie Major, Michael Major and wife Vicki, Diane Davis and husband Frank, David Major and wife April, Maureen Major. Proud Grandfather to John Major, Jr., Jason Major, Rand Barnes, Gage Johnson, Jacob...

Colleen Martin, age 87, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2020 at Westfield Rehabilitation and Health Center. She was born in Yadkin County on March 5, 1932 to the late Hervey Lester Martin and Artie Mae Owen Martin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Ted and a sister, Patricia. Colleen was a member at Jonesboro Heights Baptist Church.  She retired after a long career in banking with BB&T and human resources with Kennametal. Colleen is survived...