Obituaries

Sarah Elizabeth "Sister" Gray Watson

Sarah Elizabeth "Sister" Gray Watson

Jun 26, 2025

CHARLOTTE - On Thursday, June 26, 2025, Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth "Sister" Gray Watson, 96, passed peacefully with her granddaughters at her bedside at Levine Dickson Hospice House in Charlotte.

There will be a memorial service at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at Providence Baptist Church.

The family will greet friends following the service at the church.

Brenda Carter Baker

Brenda Carter Baker

Jun 26, 2025

WADESBORO – On Thursday, June 26, 2025, Mrs. Brenda Carter Baker, 84, passed away peacefully at Dahlia Gardens Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Because Brenda and WJ’s wedding anniversary would be October 7, the family has planned a memorial service at 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Deep Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Perko officiating.

Brenda was born March 26,...

Bobby Tromelle Pratt

Bobby Tromelle Pratt

Jun 26, 2025

MORVEN - On Thursday, June 26, 2025, Mr. Bobby Tromelle Pratt, 50, passed away peacefully at his home.

There will be a memorial service at 3:00 PM, Sunday, June 29, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home.

The family will be gathering at the home of his mother, Evangelist Brenda Pratt.

Elizabeth "Lib" Hartsell Edwards

Elizabeth "Lib" Hartsell Edwards

Jun 25, 2025

PEACHLAND – On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, Mrs. Elizabeth “Lib” Hartsell Edwards, 94, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home with her family gathered by.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 28, 2025, at New Home Baptist Church with Rev. Scott Baucom officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will greet friends one hour prior...

Angelo Noel Cason

Angelo Noel Cason

Jun 16, 2025

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WADESBORO -Mr. Angleo Noel Cason, affectionately called “Peewee” was born March 14, 1978, in Wadesboro, NC. He entered into eternal rest on Monday, June 16, 2025. He was the son of James Leon Cason, Sr. and Darlene Gainey Cason Gaddy.

Peewee received his education in Anson County Public Schools. He was employed for many years with Wadesboro...

Phyllis Ann Short Betsill

Phyllis Ann Short Betsill

Jun 16, 2025

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SPARTANBURG, SC - But I would not have you to be ignorant brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

Phyllis Ann...

Mary Louise Garris

Mary Louise Garris

Jun 14, 2025

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WADESBORO - Mary Louise Garris, affectionately known as "Lucy," of Wadesboro, North Carolina, passed away at the age of 51 at The living Center of Concord in Concord, North Carolina. Mary was born on April 29, 1974, in Chesterfield, South Carolina. She was the beloved daughter of Mrs. Daisy Gaddy Garris and the late John Henry...

George Carroll Hodge

George Carroll Hodge

Jun 5, 2025

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LILESVILLE - On Thursday, June 5, 2025 with his loving family gathered at his bedside, Mr. George Carroll Hodge, 77, passed away peacefully to be with his Lord at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst.

There will be a memorial service at 4:00 PM Saturday, June 7, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. The family...

Gladys R. Scott

Gladys R. Scott

Jun 4, 2025

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LILESVILLE - Gladys Regina Scott, daughter of the late Portia Madora and Albert D. Wallace, was born on August 16, 1931 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She was the youngest of four children, Eugene, Portia and Harold all of whom preceded her in death.

She was educated through the Philadelphia School System. 

In 1961, Gladys married the late Willam T....

Mary Lee Ingram Ratliff

Mary Lee Ingram Ratliff

Jun 2, 2025

WADESBORO - Mrs. Mary Lee Ingram Ratliff, was born in Anson County, (Long Pine Community) Wadesboro, NC on June 1, 1928, to the late Willis Ingram, Sr and Arlena Covington Ingram. She departed this life on June 2, 2025.

She accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of West Deep Creek Missionary Baptist Church. As long as her...

Woodrow "Woody" Wilson Baucom

Woodrow "Woody" Wilson Baucom

May 31, 2025

POLKTON – On Saturday, May 31, 2025, Mr. Woodrow Wilson “Woody” Baucom, Jr., 82, passed away peacefully at Atrium Cabarrus Northeast in Concord.

Services will be 11:00 AM, Friday, June 6, 2025, by the graveside at Rocky Mount Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Marty Quick officiating.

Woody was born March 2, 1943, in New Bern, NC and was a son of the...

William "Bill" James Coble, Sr.

William "Bill" James Coble, Sr.

May 29, 2025

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CHARLOTTE – On Thursday, May 29, 2025, Mr. William “Bill” James Coble, Sr., 91, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully at Brookdale Carriage Club Providence in Charlotte.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Bill Jeffries officiating. Interment will follow in...

Robert "Bob" Wilson Driggers

Robert "Bob" Wilson Driggers

May 28, 2025

ROCKINGHAM – On Wednesday, 28, 2025, Mr. Robert “Bob” Wilson Driggers, 77, beloved husband, father, brother and friend, passed away peacefully at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst.

Bob was born January 2, 1948, in Anson County, NC and was a son of the late Harry Wilson Driggers and the late Edna Maude Williams Driggers.

He was a graduate of Anson High...

Betty Thomas Lockhart

Betty Thomas Lockhart

May 28, 2025

In Loving Memory of

 Mrs. Betty Thomas Lockhart

December 15, 1934 – May 27, 2025

Mrs. Betty Thomas Lockhart, 90, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her children at her bedside.

A celebration of her remarkable life will be held on Saturday, June 7 at 2:00 p.m. at Polkton Methodist Church, a place dear...

Lisa White Farnandez

Lisa White Farnandez

May 27, 2025

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CHESTERFIELD, SC – On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, Mrs. Lisa White Farnandez, 55, passed away peacefully at McLeod Health in Cheraw, SC.

Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Sunday, June 1, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Jason Pope and Rev. Maxwell White officiating. Interment will follow in Anson Memorial Park.

The family will...

Lemuel "Buddy" Thomas Landen, III

Lemuel "Buddy" Thomas Landen, III

May 26, 2025

Lemuel Thomas Landen, III

May 15, 1952 – May 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lemuel Thomas Landen III, better known as “Buddy,” at the young age of 73 on May 26, 2025, at Carteret Health Care Hospital. Buddy fought a courageous battle with cancer and was surrounded by those that he loved as he...

Freddie Mae Singleton Bennett

Freddie Mae Singleton Bennett

May 24, 2025

The siblings of Freddie Mae Singleton Bennett are hosting a memorial service at 12:00 PM Saturday, June 14, 202,5 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home.

“My Life Journey”

Freddie Mae Singleton was born December 30, 1950, in Florence, SC to Freddie Singleton and Eva Solomon. She passed away after a week’s hospitalization (May 18-24) at Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte, NC....

Gaye Garrett Clark

Gaye Garrett Clark

May 24, 2025

LILESVILLE – On Saturday, May 24, 2025, Mrs. Gaye Garrett Clark, 65, passed away peacefully at UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill with her husband at her side.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Forestville United Methodist Church with Rev. Sigrid Mottram officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will greet friends one hour...

Cynthia Comer Mitchell

Cynthia Comer Mitchell

May 20, 2025

WADESBORO – On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, Mrs. Cynthia Comer Mitchell, 71, passed away peacefully at Anson Health and Rehabilitation in Wadesboro with her family at her side.

There will be a celebration of life at 3:00 PM, Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Acorn Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery, 283 Acorn Ridge Rd., Robbins, NC 27325.

Cynthia was born August 16, 1953, in...

Robert Steve Tarlton

Robert Steve Tarlton

May 18, 2025

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WADESBORO – On Sunday, May 18, 2025, Mr. Robert Steve Tarlton, 75, loving and devoted husband, daddy, papa and friend passed away peacefully at Novant Matthews Medical Center in Matthews with his family at his bedside.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, May 22, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Tony High...