Obituaries

Lucy Mitchum Hinson Griffin

Lucy Mitchum Hinson Griffin

Oct 4, 2025

MARSHVILLE - On Saturday evening, October 4, 2025, Mrs. Lucy Mitchum HInson Griffin, 96, passed away peacefully at Richmond County Hospice Haven in Rockingham to be with her Lord and Savior. We take comfort in knowing she has seen her Lord and been reunited with many loved ones and friends.

The arrangements are incomplete.

Michael Henry Horne

Michael Henry Horne

Oct 2, 2025

WADESBORO - Mr. Michael Henry Horne, 61, owner of Michael Horne Florist in Wadesboro passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

The arrangements are incomplete.

Those who desire may visit with his brother, Alan at the flower shop.

Marion McLendon Streater

Marion McLendon Streater

Sep 30, 2025

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LILESVILLE - On Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Mrs. Marion McLendon Streater, 77, passed away peacefully at Atrium Health Pineville with her loving family at her bedside.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM, Sunday, October 5, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Gatewood Station AME Zion Church Cemetery.

Public viewing will be...

David Eric Johnson

David Eric Johnson

Sep 27, 2025

WADESBORO - In the early morning hours of Saturday, September 27, 2025, at McWhorter Hospice House in Monroe, Mr. David Eric Johnson, 76, cherished husband, father, grandfather and friend slipped away peacefully from the cares and struggles of living with cancer. Our family and friends rejoice in knowing that he is at peace.

There will be a gathering of family and...

Ralph Henry Coble

Ralph Henry Coble

Sep 26, 2025

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WADESBORO – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, uncle and friend, Mr. Ralph Henry Coble. At the age of 80 years, he passed away peacefully at the Coble family homeplace, which has been his home for all his life on Friday, September 26, 2025.

Funeral services will be 2:00...

William Garrison Little

William Garrison Little

Sep 25, 2025

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ANSONVILLE - On Thursday, September 25, 2025, Mr. William Garrison Little, 76, passed away peacefully at Hospice Haven in Rockingham.

There will be a memorial service at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, September 30, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with military honors.

The family will greet friends on Tuesday at 1:30 PM prior to the...

Paul Edward Wright

Paul Edward Wright

Sep 24, 2025

WADESBORO - On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, Mr. Paul Edward Wright, 78, passed away peacefully at his home with his wife and son at his bedside.

The family welcomes visitors at the home, 1228 Coppedge Eddins Road in Wadesboro from Thursday through Sunday at any time.

Paul was born May 25, 1947 and grew up in Waynesville, NC. He was the son...

James Stanley Ponds

James Stanley Ponds

Sep 20, 2025

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WADESBORO - On Saturday, September 21, 2025, Mr. James Stanley Ponds, 87, passed away peacefully at his home.

Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Tuesday, September 23, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Barry Gerald officiating. Interment will follow in Lilesville Cemetery.

The family will greet friends one hour prior to the...

Marlene Mercedes Delgado

Marlene Mercedes Delgado

Sep 19, 2025

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LILESVILLE - On Friday, September 19, 2025, Mrs. Marlene Mercedes Delgado, 63, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away peacefully to be with the Lord at her home with her family at her bedside.

There will be a memorial service at 4:00 PM, Saturday, September 27, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home...

James Edward Smith

James Edward Smith

Sep 16, 2025

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WADESBORO - On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Mr. James Edward Smith, 63, passed away peacefully at Atrium Northeast Cabarrus in Concord, NC.

Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Sunday, September 21, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. 

Public viewing will be from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday, September 20, 2025 at the funeral home.

The family...

Van Wilson "Wink" Myers

Van Wilson "Wink" Myers

Sep 16, 2025

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WADESBORO - On Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Mr. Van Wilson "Wink" Myers, 93, passed away peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior and to be reunited with his beloved wife, Rachel Adcock Myers.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Saturday, September 20, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Sam Abee and Rev....

Elaine Bartholomew Scarborough

Elaine Bartholomew Scarborough

Sep 11, 2025

Elaine Bartholomew Scarborough, 73, of Polkton, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2025.

Elaine was born on July 16, 1952, in Raleigh, North Carolina, to the late Thomas Alfred Bartholomew and Ethel McLawhorn Bartholomew. From an early age, she carried with her a deep sense of purpose, one that would shape her life’s work: devotion to children...

Carl Waring

Carl Waring

Sep 10, 2025

INDIAN TRAIL - On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Mr. Carl Waring, 75, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home with his family gathered by.

Funeral services will be 1:30 PM, Wednesday, September 17, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Sandy Ridge Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Morven with military honors.

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Doris Carpenter Hill

Doris Carpenter Hill

Sep 9, 2025

PEACHLAND – On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, Mrs. Doris Carpenter Hill, 80, passed away peacefully at Atrium Union in Monroe with her family gathered at her bedside.

Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Deep Springs Baptist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will greet friends from 5:30 PM until 7:30 PM, Friday, September...

Peggy Jordan Long

Peggy Jordan Long

Sep 9, 2025

WADESBORO - On Tuesday, September 9, 2025, Mrs. Peggy Jordan Long, 89, passed away peacefully at her home with her family at her bedside.

Services will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 13, 2025 by the graveside at Mt. Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Randy Storz officiating.

The family will greet friends following the service.

Peggy was born january 29, 1936 in Anson...

Delores Marsh Burroughs

Delores Marsh Burroughs

Sep 7, 2025

WADESBORO – On Sunday, September 7, 2025, Mrs. Delores Marsh Burroughs, 75, passed away peacefully at McWhorter Hospice House in Monroe with her family at her bedside.

Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Thursday, September 11, 2025 at Bethany Free Will Baptist Church with her brother, Rev. Ricky Marsh officiating. Interment will follow in Anson Memorial Park.

The family will greet friends...

Whitney Leigh Luther

Whitney Leigh Luther

Sep 6, 2025

WADESBORO - On Saturday, September 6, 2025, Miss Whitney Leigh Luther, 36, passed away due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

There will be a memorial service at 6:00 PM, Thursday, September 11, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Mr. Ken Caulder officiating. 

The family will greet friends following the service.

Interment will be at a later date in...

Shirley Freeman Boyer

Shirley Freeman Boyer

Sep 5, 2025

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WADESBORO - On Friday, September 5, 2025, Mrs. Shirley Freeman Boyer, 82, passed away peacefully to be with her Lord while being cared for at Richmond County Hospice Haven in Rockingham.

Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Monday, September 8, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Barry Gerald officiating. Interment will follow in...

Wardie Tryuon "Chuck" Little

Wardie Tryuon "Chuck" Little

Aug 28, 2025

Wardie Tryuon Little "Chuck" fell asleep in death on Thursday, August 28, 2025. Chuck was born on October 2, 1969 to Thomas Little and the late, Susie Little. Chuck was 55 years old.

Chuck was raised in Lilesville, NC and received his high school diploma from Anson Senior High School in 1987. He later went on to earn a Bachelor of...

David Fulton Nance

David Fulton Nance

Aug 27, 2025

David Fulton Nance of Charlotte, NC passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at the age of 98.

David is survived by his children Susan (Doug) Murray of Bristol, VA, Wayne Nance of Charleston, SC, Becky (Derek) Francis of Charlotte; grandsons Brandon (Amanda) Francis of Charlotte and Chase (Laura) Francis of Baltimore, MD; great grandchildren Ryker, Evie, Zephie and James; and...