Recent Obituaries from Star and Montgomery County, NC and Surrounding Areas
Linda Ann Greene
Aug 14, 2024
Linda "Ann" Brown Greene, age 79, of Robbins, passed away on August 14, 2024, at Clapp's Nursing Home.
Ann was born on July 24, 1945, in Moore County to Junior and Bertie Campbell Brown. Ann dedicated many years of her life to working at Clayson's Knitting before her retirement. Her love for bluegrass and gospel music was evident, and she found...
Dorothy Hare Miller
Jul 29, 2024
Dorothy Hare Miller, 98, of Robbins, passed away on July 29, 2024, at her residence.
Dorothy was born on October 6, 1925, in Moore County to Franklin and Minnie Brown Hare.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Arthur Junior Miller, brothers Norman Hare, Alton Hare, Odie Hare, Marvin Hare, Albert Hare, Russell Hare, Lacy Hare...
Shirley Bess Jenkins
Jul 29, 2024
Shirley Temple Bess Jenkins, 86, of Biscoe passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family and caretakers on July 29, 2024. “Miss Shirley” was a larger-than-life presence in Montgomery County for decades. Shirley was born on February 5, 1938, in Gastonia, North Carolina, where her parents farmed and worked in the local textile mills. She graduated from Ashley...
George Wayne Bowman
Jul 21, 2024
George Bowman, age 67, of Star, passed away on July 21,2024, at his residence.
Mr. Bowman was born on August 21, 1956, in Moore County to George and Martha Hough Bowman. George was known for his skill as an upholster for many years. He found great joy in fishing and cherished spending time with his family, especially his daughter who held...
Grace "Marie" Baldwin Pridgen
Jul 20, 2024
SEAGROVE—Grace Marie Baldwin Pridgen passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 20th, 2024, after a battle with cancer complicated by heart failure.
She was born August 23rd, 1950 in Randolph County to the late Arthur Clifton and Grace O'Quinn Baldwin. She was reared in the Westmoore Dover community and graduated from North Moore High School with the class of 1968.
In life, she...
Barry Glenn Davis
Jul 18, 2024
Barry Glenn Davis, age 66, of Star, passed away on July 18 2024, at SECU Jim & Betsy Bryan Hospice House.
Mr. Davis was born on May 12, 1958, in Montgomery County to Jesse and Lela Freeman Davis.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Thomas Davis and Martin Davis.
He is survived by his daughter Glenda...
Della Hancock Gillis
Jul 17, 2024
Della Hancock Gillis, age 88, of Seagrove, passed away on July 17, 2024, at Sandy Ridge Assisted Living.
Mrs. Gillis was born on June 26, 1936, in Montgomery County to Remus and Maude McNeill Hancock. Della worked in the hosiery mill for many years then later went to work at Black & Decker until her retirement and she was a member...
Ramona Freeman Kivett
Jul 13, 2024
Ramona Freeman Kivett passed away peacefully at Westwood Health & Rehabilitation Center on Saturday, July 13, 2024.
She was a lively 95 years old. Ramona enjoyed vacations to Atlantic Beach, spending time with family, and caring for her pets. She never wanted a stray to go hungry.Ramona was born to Neill W. Freeman & Thelma J. Freeman on October 25, 1928,...
Samuel Lee Davis Jr.
Jul 11, 2024
Samuel Lee Davis Jr., 72, of Biscoe, passed away on July 11, 2024, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Sam was born on August 30, 1951, in Montgomery County. He was a retired heavy equipment operator for the NC Department of Transportation. Sam was a NASCAR fan and an avid coin and rock collector.
He was preceded in death by his parents J.C. and...
Patricia Cagle Ray
Jul 9, 2024
Patricia Cagle Ray, age 81, of Seagrove, passed away on July 9, 2024, at her residence.
Patricia was born in Moore County on February 25, 1943, to Lindsey and Josie Hancock Cagle. She graduated from Westmore Highschool in 1961 and was the valedictorian of her class and later on she supported her husband in their pottery business.
In addition to her parents,...
Willis Attlee Strider
Jul 5, 2024
Willis Attlee Strider, age 83, of Star, passed away on July 5, 2024, at his residence.
Mr. Strider was born in Montgomery County on December 25, 1940, to Nathan and Della Sheffield Strider. Willis dedicated his career to being an electrician before retiring.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son Lee Engle and sister Mary Chunn...
Angie Lynn Blackmon
Jun 24, 2024
Angie Lynn Blackmon, age 49, of Biscoe died on June 24, 2024 at Moore Regional Hospital.
Angie was born on July 23, 1974, in Montgomery County. She was employed by Moore County Finance in Carthage.
Angie will be lovingly remembered as a person who had a hug for everyone she met and her beautiful smile. She was a loving mother, daughter, sister,...
Betty Jane Williams Simmons
Jun 23, 2024
Betty Jane Williams Simmons, age 84, of Eagle Springs, passed away on June 23, 2024, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Betty was born on May 25, 1940, in Moore County to Madison and Maggie Freeman Williams. Betty was a member of Providence Chapel Baptist Church. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and spending time with family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie...
Doris Stewart Goodwin
Jun 22, 2024
Doris Jane Stewart Goodwin, age 91, of Biscoe, passed away on June 22, 2024, at her residence.
She was born on November 11, 1932, in Montgomery County to the late Tommy and Hattie Kennedy Stewart. Doris found joy in watching Westerns and NASCAR and cherished the time spent with her friends and loved ones.
In addition to her parents, Doris was preceded...
Lorine "Susie" Hinson Coggins
Jun 11, 2024
On June 11, 2024, after a long-fought battle with cancer, God said, my child, your battle is over and took Lorine home to be with Him. She was a loving mother, super grandmother, and an awesome great grandmother.
Lorine loved singing in the church choir, planting flowers, making flower arrangements for the church, and Memorial Day. She loved spending time with...
Lois Marie Mabe Martin
Jun 6, 2024
Lois Marie Mabe Martin, age 95, of Star, passed away on June 6, 2024, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Marie was born on December 6, 1928, in Montgomery County to Sandy Theodore and Susie Allen Mabe.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Carl Martin, brothers Leon Mabe, Don Mabe and Johnny Mabe and sister Vienna...
John Paul "Johnny" McIntosh Jr.
Jun 1, 2024
John Paul “Johnny” McIntosh Jr. passed away on Saturday, June 1st surrounded by his loving family at the age of 70.
Johnny was born September 1,1953 to the late Fairy and John Paul McIntosh Sr. A hardworking family man, he lived a full and happy life in Star, NC. He attended East Montgomery High School where he was a member of...
Charlon Marion McNeill
May 29, 2024
Charlon Marion McNeill, age 64, of Seagrove, passed away on May 29, 2024, at her residence.
Charlon was born on February 20, 1960, in Randolph County to Charles and Ilene Callahan Marion. Charlon dedicated many years of her life as the owner and office manager for McNeill's Frame Shop. She found joy in crafting and had a love for flowers. Above...
Amy Davis Hurley
May 26, 2024
Amy Caroline Davis Hurley, age 91, of Troy, passed away on May 26, 2024, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Amy was born on January 3, 1933, in Montgomery County to Ira and Martha Elizabeth Brewer Davis. She dedicated over 50 years working alongside her husband, Paul, at Hurley Ornamental Iron Works. Amy found joy in cooking, gardening, canning, and beekeeping.
In addition to...
Melvin James Brown
May 24, 2024
Melvin James Brown, age 78, of Seagrove, passed away on May 24, 2024, at his residence.
Mr. Brown was born on May 6, 1946, to Arelindo and Iva Comer Brown.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Pattie Brown.
He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Brown of the home; daughters Dee Anna Johnson (Allen) of Bear...