Obituaries

John Henry Garris

John Henry Garris

May 21, 2021

On Friday, May 21, 2021, Mr. John Henry Garris, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, peacefully slipped away to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was born January 10, 1952 in Anson County, NC and was a son of the late Roscoe Garris and the late Tiny Belle Taylor Garris. John Henry Garris was educated in...

Amy Parson Radford

Amy Parson Radford

May 19, 2021

“A precious one from us is gone, a voice we love is stilled, a place is vacant in our hearts that never can be filled” Amy Arlene Parson Radford was born June 11, 1971 in Chesterfield, South Carolina and was the daughter of Mary Pratt Parson and the late Willie Gene Parson, Sr. She gained her wings and went to...

Ricky Ricardo McLendon

Ricky Ricardo McLendon

May 18, 2021

Ansonville - Mr. Ricky Ricardo McLendon, 63, died Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at Atrium Health Union in Monroe. The funeral service will be 3:00 pm Saturday, May 22, 2021, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home in Wadesboro. Public viewing will be from 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm Friday, May 21, 2021, at the funeral home.

William "Billy" Franklin Warner

William "Billy" Franklin Warner

May 17, 2021

Wadesboro - Mr. William "Billy" Franklin Warner, 86, died Monday, May 17, 2021 at his home. Services will be 11:00am Friday, May 21, 2021 by the graveside in Anson Memorial Park with Rev. Randy Storz officiating. The family will greet friends following the service. Billy was born December 22, 1934 in Anson County, NC and was the son of the...

John David Helms

John David Helms

May 12, 2021

Peachland – Mr. John David Helms, 56, died Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at his home in the White Store community. A memorial service to celebrate David's life will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, June 12th, at Freedom Biker Church of Monroe with Rev. Phillip Morris officiating. All are invited to attend. Born in Union County, NC on March 23, 1965,...

Anthony Scott Marks

Anthony Scott Marks

May 11, 2021

The obituary for Anthony Scott Marks is being share as a courtesy to the Marks and Pegram families who have been long time residents and natives of Anson County. The staff of Leavitt Funeral Home extends our deepest sympathy to Wayne and Diane Marks and their family. Mr. Anthony Scott Marks, 50, of 91 Harmon St. Lot 50, White Lake...

Susan Mills Murphy

Susan Mills Murphy

May 11, 2021

As a courtesy to the family of Susan Mills Murphy, we are sharing her obituary. Any condolences will be shared with her family. Susan is a Wadesboro native. Susan Mills Murphy, born September 28, 1950, to Marguerite Coley and Mert Mills, passed away peacefully May 11, 2021, in Bradenton, FL, after a two year battle with cancer. Susan is now...

Arthur Clyde Wall

Arthur Clyde Wall

May 6, 2021

Wadesboro – Mr. Arthur Clyde Wall, age 69, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 4, 2021, and it is just the way he would have wanted to depart for his eternal resting place with his family and friends that have gone before him. Born in Anson County, Arthur was the son of the late William Battle Wall, Jr....

Freddy Ray Goodwin

Freddy Ray Goodwin

May 5, 2021

LILESVILLE – On Wednesday, May 5, 2021, Mr. Freddy Ray Goodwin, 74, of Holden Beach and Lilesville, went to be with the Lord at the home of his daughter in Oak Island, with his wife, daughter and granddaughter by his bedside. Funeral services will be 4:00pm Saturday, May 8, 2021 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow...

David Mason Horne

David Mason Horne

May 4, 2021

PEACHLAND – On Tuesday, May 4, 2021, Mr. David Mason Horne, 84, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Union County with his family at his bedside. Funeral services will be 2:00pm Friday, May 7, 2021 at Peachland Baptist Church with Rev. Jerome Cash and Rev. Phillip Parrish officiating. Interment will follow in Peachland Cemetery. The family will greet friends following...

Ruth Ann Biles Pope

Ruth Ann Biles Pope

May 4, 2021

ANSONVILLE – On Tuesday, May 4, 2021, Mrs. Ruth Ann Biles Pope, 72, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend went to be with her Lord. Funeral services will be 12:00pm Saturday, May 8, 2021 at Red Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Rodney Clements officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5:00pm until...

John Richard Allen

John Richard Allen

May 1, 2021

LILESVILLE – On Saturday, May 1, 2021, Mr. John Richard Allen, 75, passed away peacefully with his family at his side. Funeral services will be 11:00am Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at Forestville United Methodist Church with Rev. Sybil Perrell officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. John Richard will lie in repose at his home in Lilesville from 4:00pm...

Billy James Turner

Billy James Turner

Apr 30, 2021

PEACHLAND - Billy James Turner, 70, passed away Friday, April 30, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be 1:00pm Thursday, May 6, 2021 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. David Shankle officiating. Interment will follow in Stoney Fork Baptist Church in Mt. Gilead. The family will greet friends on Wednesday, May...

Randy Jamar McCormick Wall

Randy Jamar McCormick Wall

Apr 30, 2021

Wadesboro - On Friday, April 30, 2021, Randy Jamar McCormick Wall passed away at age 29. There will be a memorial service at 12:00pm Saturday, May 8, 2021 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home in Wadesboro.

Allen Floyd

Allen Floyd

Apr 23, 2021

Wadesboro - Mr. Allen Floyd, 76, died Friday, April 23, 2021 at Atrium Health Anson in Wadesboro. Services will be 2:00pm Monday, April 26, 2021 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Anson Memorial Park. Allen was born October 6, 1946 in Richmond County, NC and was a son of the late Benjamin Franklin "Benny" Floyd...

Marguerite Jordan Treadaway

Marguerite Jordan Treadaway

Apr 21, 2021

PLEASE NOTE - THE DAY AND TIMES HAVE CHANGED FOR THE SERVICE TO BE ON SUNDAY WADESBORO – Mrs. Marguerite Jordan Treadaway, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Anson Health and Rehab in Wadesboro. Funeral services will be 3:00pm Sunday April 25 2021 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Jimmy Knotts officiating. Interment...

William "Billy" John Chavis

William "Billy" John Chavis

Apr 14, 2021

LILESVILLE – Mr. William “Billy” John Chavis, 30, died tragically on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. There will be a viewing from 2:00pm until 4:30pm Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Leavitt Funeral Home with a service following at 4:30pm. Billy was born April 1, 1981 in Bennettsville, SC and was the son of Andrew Chavis and Janet Gomez Corr. He was...

Doris Purser Godwin

Doris Purser Godwin

Apr 13, 2021

POLKTON – On Tuesday, April 13, 2021, Mrs. Doris Purser Godwin, 91, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, was welcomed into heaven by her Lord and Savior. Funeral services will be 2:00pm Sunday, April 18, 2021 at New Home Baptist Church with Dr. Phil McRae officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends following the service...

Jennifer Vaughn Helms

Jennifer Vaughn Helms

Apr 12, 2021

On Monday, April 12, 2021, Mrs. Jennifer Vaughn Helms, 46, beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend went to be with her Heavenly Father after a long, brave battle with COVID. Jennifer was born May 27, 1974 in Albemarle, NC and was the youngest daughter of Don and Linda Garris Vaughn. She was a graduate of Anson High School...

Larry Donnell Clark

Larry Donnell Clark

Apr 8, 2021

Lilesville - On Thursday, April 8, 2021, Mr. Larry Donnell Clark, 67, went to be with his Lord and Savior while being cared for in his home. Homegoing services will be 2:00 pm Friday, April 16, 2021, at God's Word Only Ministries in Wingate. Interment will follow in Westview Memorial Park in Wadesboro. Family and friends may pay their respects...