Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Richmond county


Audrey Taylor White

Audrey Taylor White

Mar 10, 2025

Audrey Lee Taylor Long White passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025. Born to Emory S. and Minnie Lee Taylor in Surry County, within eyeshot of Pilot Mountain, she spoke frequently of her Taylor and Cook heritage and credited her strong work ethic to those who came before her. The ninth of twelve children, she was the first daughter after...

Ruby Brock Albright

Ruby Brock Albright

Mar 8, 2025

Ruby Brock Albright, 93, of Rockingham, completed her earthly journey on Saturday, March 8, 2025 at her home.

Mrs. Albright was born March 15, 1931 in Cullman, Alabama, a daughter of the late General Calvin and Beulah Lou Blackmon Brock. She was a homemaker and enjoyed sewing, shopping and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, she was...

Alvin Danny Rink

Alvin Danny Rink

Mar 7, 2025

Alvin Danny Rink, 73 of Ellerbe, passed away at home on Friday March, 7 2025.

Alvin was born in Lincolnton, NC the son of the late Alvin Rinck Jr. and Ivey Louise Welch Rinck. He attended New Hope Baptist Church and served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He worked for several years for Carolina Manufacturing. He enjoyed working...

Mary Helen Rushing Wright

Mary Helen Rushing Wright

Mar 3, 2025

Mary Helen Rushing Wright, born on December 12, 1961, in Scotland County, North Carolina, departed this life on March 3, 2025, in Richmond County, North Carolina. She was a vibrant spirit whose personality shone brightly in all the lives she touched. Mary was described as fun, loving, and caring, traits that made her presence a cherished gift to all who...

Glenna "Johnnie" Houck Webb

Glenna "Johnnie" Houck Webb

Mar 1, 2025

Glenna “Johnnie” Houck Webb, 93, of Ellerbe, NC, left this world in peace - lifted up by the love and support of her family - on Saturday, March 1, 2025.

Born on May 21, 1931, to Gurna Park Houck and Flora Gentry Houck, Johnnie treasured the memories she had of growing up as the youngest child of a pioneer Ashe County...

William Claudy Whitley, Jr

William Claudy Whitley, Jr

Feb 23, 2025

William Claudy Whitley, Jr., a quietly influential figure in our community and a beloved family man, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on March 27, 1934, in Montgomery County, North Carolina, William, dedicated his life to both his family and his work, leaving behind a legacy of love and...

Jerry "Andy" Ander Barber, III

Jerry "Andy" Ander Barber, III

Feb 18, 2025

Jerry Ander Barber, III, fondly known as Andy, passed away peacefully at his home on February 18, 2025, at the age of 50. Born on December 5, 1974, in Moore County, North Carolina, he touched the lives of many during his time on this earth.

For a decade, Andy dedicated his career to working with Perdue, where he was known for...

Monroe Parsons

Monroe Parsons

Feb 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Monroe Parsons, who departed this world on February 16, 2025, in Moore County, North Carolina. Born on January 3, 1977, in Richmond County, Monroe’s life was one filled with laughter, kindness, and a commitment to both family and his work.

He was a loving son to John Parsons (Betty) and...

Lawrence Joseph Conard

Lawrence Joseph Conard

Feb 16, 2025

Lawrence Joseph “Poppy” Conard, born on February 7th, 1946 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed peacefully in Davidson County, North Carolina. 

He was reunited with his bride and truelove, Mary Esther Conard in heaven.Lawrence was known by “Poppy” or “Poppy Cocoa” to his grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He is survived by his twin brother, Frances Conard, his son, Joseph Conard, and his beloved...

Patricia McGrath

Patricia McGrath

Feb 16, 2025

Patricia McGrath, 83, a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Moore County, North Carolina, on February 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Patricia lived a life filled with rich experiences and unwavering love for those around her.

Patricia was an avid football fan, she held fierce loyalty to the Washington Redskins and the...

Lillie Mae Kelley

Lillie Mae Kelley

Feb 15, 2025

Kelley, Lillie Mae. Age 79 currently of Lincoln Park, Michigan was born October 11, 1945 in Rockingham, North Carolina and went Home to be with the Lord on February 15, 2025.

Beloved wife of 49 years to David A. Kelley, Sr. who she married in Rockingham, North Carolina on April 10, 1965. Loving mom of David, Jr. (Sherry), James, Kenneth and...

William David Hudson, Jr.

William David Hudson, Jr.

Feb 11, 2025

William David Hudson, Jr., a cherished husband, devoted father, and loving grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home in Richmond County, North Carolina, on February 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 24, 1953, in Richmond County, William led a life that was defined by kindness, humor, and a deep love for those around him.

Throughout his career,...

Hazel Shaw Todd

Hazel Shaw Todd

Feb 10, 2025

It is with profound sadness but with great joy that we announce the passing of Hazel Shaw Todd, who departed this life on February 10, 2025, at Richmond County Hospice Haven in Rockingham, North Carolina. Born on July 21, 1929, in Bladen County North Carolina, Hazel brought joy and beauty into the lives of those around her for 95 remarkable...

Lawrence Edward Brigman

Lawrence Edward Brigman

Feb 7, 2025

Lawrence Edward Brigman, 72, of Wallace, South Carolina, completed his earthly journey on Friday, February 7, 2025.

Mr. Brigman was born January 17, 1953 in Richmond County, North Carolina, a son of the late William, Jr. and Jannie Sue Lynch Brigman. He attended True Gospel Emmanuel Holiness Church and had retired from the South Carolina Department of Transportation. He enjoyed collecting...

Edward Charles Stackhouse

Edward Charles Stackhouse

Jan 28, 2025

Edward Charles Stackhouse, born on March 18, 1938, in Mercer County, NJ, departed this life on January 28, 2025, in Moore County, NC. His time on this earth was brief yet filled with love and laughter that echoed through the hearts of those who knew him.

As a retired maintenance mechanic, Edward was known for his dedication and meticulous nature in...

Dr. Betty Jane Bunton Fisher, PhD

Dr. Betty Jane Bunton Fisher, PhD

Jan 27, 2025

Dr. Betty Jane Bunton Fisher, passed through the gates of heaven at 10:08 PM, Monday, January 27, 2025 at Hospice Haven in Rockingham, North Carolina. Dr. Fisher lived to be 90 years old at the time of her passing.

Betty Jane Bunton was born October 26, 1934 in a logging camp in the Low Country of South Carolina. Betty’s young birth...

Shawn Michael Richardson

Shawn Michael Richardson

Jan 27, 2025

Shawn Michael Richardson, a radiant spirit whose life was a cherished journey, was born on January 8, 1992, in Moore County, North Carolina. His loving nature and vibrant personality made an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing him. On January 27, 2025, the world dimmed as he departed from this life, leaving behind a legacy of...

Anita Jordan Webster

Anita Jordan Webster

Jan 27, 2025

Anita Jordan Webster, of Hamlet, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, January 27, 2025, at the age of 66. Born on January 25, 1959, in Scotland County, North Carolina, Anita was a beloved member of her community and attended Grace Fellowship Church, where her faith was an essential part of her...

Betty Shepheard Talley

Betty Shepheard Talley

Jan 26, 2025

Betty Shepheard Talley, 85 of Rockingham, a loving homemaker, cherished wife, devoted mother and proud grandmother, departed this life on Sunday, January 26, 2025, in the comforting embrace of her daughter Judy's home. Born on August 25, 1939, in Richmond County, Betty filled the world with warmth, nurturing, and faith, leaving behind a legacy that will be forever remembered by...

Lowell Thomas Hill

Lowell Thomas Hill

Jan 25, 2025

Lowell Thomas Hill, Sr.,86 of Ellerbe, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home on January 25, 2025, entering his heavenly eternal rest. Born on September 17, 1938, in Richmond County, NC, he lived a life full of purpose and dedication, exemplifying the values of hard work, faith, and family.

Throughout his career, Lowell was a...

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