Obituaries
Donna Henry Griggs
Jul 30, 2025
WADESBORO - On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, Mrs. Donna Henry Griggs, 79, passed away peacefully at Hospice Haven in Rockingham.
Funeral services will be 3:00 PM Sunday, August 3, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Donnie Helms and Rev. John Greene officiating. Interment will follow in Anson Memorial Park.
The family will greet friends one hour prior to...
Scott Thomas Goodwin
Jul 28, 2025
WADESBORO - On Monday, July 28, 2025, Mr. Scott Thomas Goodwin, 41, passed away.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Monday, August 4, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Chuck McKnight and Rev. Cliff McKnight officiating. Interment will follow in Anson Memorial Park.
The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home...
Margaret Ann Martin Fernando
Jul 26, 2025
We are sharing the obituary for Ms. Fernando as a courtesy to her family. Please visit the website for Hoff Funeral Home for additional information and condolences.
Margaret Ann Fernando, age 82 of Newport News, died on Saturday, July 26, 2025.
Margaret was born on January 4, 1943, to the late Roy Harold and Margie Adams Martin in North Carolina.
She is survived...
Beatrice McLain Brower
Jul 26, 2025
WADESBORO – On Saturday, July 26, 2025, Mrs. Beatrice McLain Brower, 94, passed away peacefully at Hospice Haven in Rockingham.
There will be a graveside service at 11:00 AM, Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Anson Memorial Park with Mr. Ken Caulder officiating.
Bea was born July 19, 1931, in Anson County, NC and was a daughter of the late Alcie Lee McLain...
Angela Miller Rogers
Jul 25, 2025
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WADESBORO - On Friday, July 25, 2025, Angela Miller Rogers, 53, passed away peacefully at Hospice Haven in Rockingham with her family at her bedside.
Funeral services will be 3:00 PM, Tuesday, July 29, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in...
Dena Cowick Grice
Jul 25, 2025
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WADESBORO – On Friday, July 25, 2025, Mrs. Dena Cowick Grice, 59, loving and devoted, wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully at their family mountain home in Maggie Valley with her loving family at her bedside.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Wednesday, July 30, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home...
Michael Boyd Matthews
Jul 19, 2025
Michael Boyd Matthews
November 13, 1953 – July 19, 2025
Michael Boyd Matthews, a devoted father, brother, and pioneer in healthcare innovation, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025, in Raleigh, North Carolina, at the age of 71.
Born November 13, 1953, in Wadesboro, North Carolina, Michael was the son of George and Louise (Rivers) Matthews. He dedicated over four decades of his...
Bobby David Adams
Jul 14, 2025
WADESBORO - On Monday, July 14, 2025, Mr. Bobby David Adams, 87, passed away peacefully at Richmond County Hospice Have in Rockingham to be with his Lord and Savior with his loving wife of 49 years by his side.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Cathedral Baptist Church with Rev. Randy Swaringen and Rev. R.J. "Beaver"...
James Taylor
Jul 10, 2025
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POLKTON – On Thursday, July 10, 2025, Mr. James Taylor, 95, passed away peacefully to be with his Lord while a resident at Wadesboro Health and Rehab in Wadesboro.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Donald Thompson officiating. Interment will follow in Griffin Cemetery...
Tammy Laverne Parson
Jul 9, 2025
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WADESBORO - On Wednesday, July 9, 2025, Tammy Laverne Parson, 47, heard the voice of her Savior call her from labor to reward and she slipped away peacefully with her family by her side at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst, NC.
Tammy was born December 15, 1977, in Chesterfield County, SC and was a daughter of...
Walter Ray Smith
Jul 8, 2025
WADESBORO - On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, Mr. Walter Ray Smith, 70, passed away peacefully at McWhorter Hospice House in Monroe.
Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Friday, July 11, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Bessie Chapel AME Zion Church Cemetery in Lilesville.
The public viewing will be one hour prior to the service on...
Anita Culp Mullis
Jul 8, 2025
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MORVEN - On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, Mrs. Anita Culp Mullis passed away peacefully at the home of her sister in Georgia following a courageous battle with cancer. Her family rejoices now with her as she was victorious in the fight, and she is now at home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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Sherry Ann Rushing Gaddy
Jul 7, 2025
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WADESBORO – On Monday, July 7, 2025, Mrs. Sherry Ann Rushing Gaddy, 65, passed away peacefully at Atrium Health Anson in Wadesboro, North Carolina, surrounded by love.
A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Mr. Ken...
James Edwin Cornwell
Jul 5, 2025
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LILESVILLE – On Saturday, July 5, 2025, Mr. James Edwin Cornwell, 83, life-long resident of the Gum Springs Community of Lilesville passed away peacefully at Hospice Haven in Rockingham with his wife and daughters at his bedside.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, July 10, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Sigrid...
Cadaron Aaron "Ting-a-Ling" Tyson
Jun 27, 2025
WADESBORO - Cadaron Aaron Tyson, affectionally known as Ting-a-ling, was born on July 9, 1988 in Albermarle, NC. God in His infinite wisdom called Cadaron to his heavenly home on June 27, 2025. Cadaron was the beloved son of Minnie Lisa Tyson and Charles Anthony Tyson.
Cadaron attended Anson County School Systems where he graduated from Anson Senior High School in...
Sarah Elizabeth "Sister" Gray Watson
Jun 26, 2025
CHARLOTTE – “Then to my raptured ear Let one sweet song be given; Let music cheer me last on earth and greet me first in heaven."
On Thursday, June 26, 2025, Mrs. Sarah Elizabeth “Sister” Gray Watson, 96, passed away peacefully with her granddaughters at her bedside at Levine Dickson Hospice House at Southminster in Charlotte.
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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
Jun 26, 2025
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MORVEN - Bobby Tromelle Pratt, son of Mr. George Pratt and Evangelist Brenda “BJ” Pratt was born on Friday, November 1, 1974, in Wadesboro, North Carolina. God called him home on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at his home.
Bobby accepted Christ at an early age while attending Gatewood Station A.M.E. Zion Church in Morven, North Carolina. He...
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
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...
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