Recent Obituaries from Star and Montgomery County, NC and Surrounding Areas
Eric Lee Sturdivant
Jan 26, 2024
Eric Lee Sturdivant, age 39, of Star, passed away on January 26, 2024.
Eric was born on August 28, 1984, in Moore County to Roger and Mary Sheffield Sturdivant.
He is survived by his son, Riley Sturdivant and daughter, Addilyn Sturdivant; parents, Roger and Mary Sturdivant of Robbins; and brothers, Cody Sturdivant (Sherry) of Star, and Jonah Sturdivant of Robbins.
A funeral service...
Linda Saunders Maness
Jan 24, 2024
Linda Mae Saunders Maness, age 68, passed away on January 24, 2024, at her home.
Linda was born on March 10, 1955, in Montgomery County to Lemley Hayes and Channie Cagle Saunders. Linda enjoyed cooking and spending time with her husband and grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her sisters, Nancy Cagle and Doris Williams.
She is...
Ellen Newsome Brown
Jan 3, 2024
Ellen Newsome Brown, age 100, former resident of Montgomery County died Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Abernethy Laurels, Newton, North Carolina.
Born March 4, 1923, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Harrison Newsome and Eliza Robbins Newsome. She was married to the late Kermit Glenn Brown.
She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Jerry Ray O’Brien...
Melvin "Anthony" Auman
Dec 26, 2023
Melvin Wade "Anthony" Auman, age 40, passed away on December 26, 2023, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
He was born on September 17, 1983, in Montgomery County to Michael and Jeanette Singleton Auman Sr.He is survived by his son, Payton Auman and girlfriend, Haley Maness; his father, Michael Auman Sr. (Barbara) of Seagrove; his brother, Michael Auman Jr. (Wendi)...
Rebecca Gibbs
Dec 25, 2023
Rebecca Wylene Bagley Gibbs, age 78, of Mt. Gilead, passed away on December 25, 2023.
She was born on August 25, 1945 in Mecklenburg County, the daughter of John and Mattie Bagley.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Gibbs; daughter, Sherry Ann Smith; brothers, Harvey Bagley, and Walt Bagley; sisters, Marilyn Wilder,...
Daniel Thomas Baldwin
Dec 21, 2023
Daniel Thomas "Papa" Baldwin, 71, of Seagrove, passed away on December 21, 2023, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Daniel was born on March 15, 1952, in Anderson, SC to John and Betty Cheek Baldwin. Daniel proudly served in the US Marines.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Christopher McCaskill.
He is survived by his...
Margaret Latham Burr
Dec 18, 2023
Margaret Aileen Latham Burr, 76, of Troy, passed away on December 18, 2023, at FirstHealth Moore Regional.Margaret was born on October 9, 1947, in Montgomery County to James and Mary Hogan Latham.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Woodrow Calvin Burr, brothers, DC Latham, Dallas Latham, and Johnny Latham.She is survived by her sons,...
Lawrence Irving Tate
Dec 14, 2023
Lawrence Irving Tate, age 94, of Star, peacefully passed away at home on December 14, 2023.
Lawrence was born on July 26, 1929, in Sylacauga, Alabama, to Willie and Edna Jackson Tate.
Lawrence served his country with pride as a member of the US Navy. Following his military service, he went on to become a manager at Lindsley Lumber. He...
Donald Ray Davis
Dec 10, 2023
Donald "Don" Ray Davis, age 74, gained his heavenly home on Sunday, December 10, 2023.
Don was born in Troy, NC on June 21, 1949, he was the son of Barney and Ruby Allen Davis.
He owned and operated Modern Shell in Seagrove for 10 years before working at Mid-State Plastics for 10 years as well. Later on, he...
Paul James Stewart
Dec 9, 2023
Paul James Stewart, age 88, of Biscoe, passed away on December 9, 2023, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Paul was born in Montgomery County on December 25, 1934, to Jamie and Pearl Martin Stewart. He served honorably in the US Army and dedicated many years of his life working at Stewarts Garage. Later on, he transitioned to the Town...
Lois Parker Craven
Dec 9, 2023
Lois May Parker Craven, age 60, of Ellerbe, passed away on December 9, 2023, at her home.
Lois was born on March 5, 1963, in Montgomery County to Marvin and Isabelle Sanders Parker.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Ruth Bullins and brother Jimmy Parker, as well as Abbie Lowdermilk.
She is survived...
Edward Frederick McCallum, Jr.
Dec 7, 2023
Edward Frederick McCallum, Jr., age 73, passed away on December 7, 2023, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.Edward was born on December 14, 1949, in Montgomery County to Edward and Minnie Burkhead McCallum, Sr. He proudly served his country as a US Army veteran.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Nancy Parsons.He is survived by his son, Edward "Eddie"...
Earl Ray Williams
Dec 4, 2023
Earl Ray Williams, age 82, of Aberdeen, passed away on December 4, 2023, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
He was born in Moore County on May 28, 1941, to Ralph and Bertha Sheffield Williams. Earl had a passion for woodworking, cars, and fishing.He is survived by his wife Janet Littleton Williams of the home; daughter Emily Williams; sons Ricky...
Patsy (Pat) Presnell Voncannon
Dec 3, 2023
Patsy (Pat) Carol Presnell Voncannon, 80, of Asheboro passed away December 3, 2023.A private graveside service was held and officiated by Pastor Bruce Dickerson and Pastor Sammy McNeill.Pat was preceded in death by her daughter Jamie and her husband James Raeford Voncannon. She is survived by her children: sons, Wesley Christian, Mark Christian, daughters, Hope Harrelson, and Glenda Hamilton, and...
Carol Lee Poole
Dec 3, 2023
Carol Lee Poole, 77, of Biscoe, passed away on December 3, 2023, at FirstHealth Hospice House. Carol was born in 1946 and was the son of Walter and Etta Poole of Star. Carol was preceded in death by his wife Maxine, his parents, and his brother Lonnie. Carol is survived by his partner Kerry Hensley of Biscoe and his three...
Johnnie Simmons
Dec 1, 2023
Johnnie Simmons, 81, of Eagle Springs, passed away on December 1, 2023, at his home.Johnnie was born on November 18, 1942, in Stanly County to Armedia Simmons. He dedicated many years of his life to a career at Perdue before retiring. In his leisure time, he enjoyed putting puzzles together, reading, and caring for his beloved cats.In addition to his...
Joann Maness Bennett
Nov 25, 2023
Joann Maness Bennett, age 88, of Star, passed away on November 25, 2023, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Joann was born on July 15, 1935, in Montgomery County to John and Mamie Lassiter Maness. She dedicated 30 years of her life as a nurse at Montgomery Memorial Hospital and at Clapps Nursing Home. Joann's faith led her to become an...
Linda Smith McNeill
Nov 21, 2023
Linda Smith McNeill, aged 73, passed away on November 21, 2023 at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Linda was born on October 22, 1950, in Montgomery County to Claudie "Tency" and Jean Parsons Smith.
She graduated from East Montgomery High School in 1969 and later received her degree from North Carolina Banking School. Linda was a member of the First Baptist...
Patricia Strider
Nov 11, 2023
Patricia Marie Strider, 61, of Carthage, passed away on November 11, 2023, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Patricia was born on March 31, 1962, in Moore County to Rankin and Loraine Wilkes Strider.
She is survived by her daughter Kelly Sanders of Carthage; son Johnathan McKenzie of Carthage; grandchildren Jasmine Sanders, Gavin Sanders, and Liam Sanders.
Visitation will be held on...
Ruth Smith Hurley
Nov 8, 2023
Ruth Smith Hurley, 77, of Asheboro, passed away on November 8, 2023, at Randolph Hospice House.Ruth was born in Chatham County on October 22, 1946, to Hoyt and Mary Alice Beck Smith. She was a devoted member of Christian Fellowship Church and dedicated 43 years of her life to her employment with Lowe's Food. Ruth had a love for reading,...



