Obituaries
Steven Edward Cox
Dec 25, 2025
This is a courtesy announcement for the Cox family.
CHESAPEAKE, VA - On Thursday, December 25, 2025, Mr. Steven Edward Cox, 69, left his earthly home to live with his heavenly Father.
Steve was born on October 21, 1956, in San Diego, CA to the late Harley Edward Cox and the late Naomi Dolan Cox. He was the oldest of 7 children.
Steve...
Robert Edward Pratt, Jr.
Dec 25, 2025
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WADESBORO - On Thursday, December 25, 2025, Mr. Robert Edward Pratt, Jr., 41, passed away in Wadesboro.
Funeral services will be 1:30 PM, Wednesday, January 7, 2026 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Galilee AME Zion Church Cemetery.
The family will be gathering at the home of his mother, 1355 N. Greene St.,...
Jimmy Ray "JRAY" Martin
Dec 25, 2025
LILESVILLE - On Thursday, December 25, 2025, Mr. Jimmy Ray "JRAY" Martin, 68, passed away peacefully at his home.
There will be a graveside service at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at Lilesville Cemetery with Mr. Ken Caulder officiating.
The family will greet friends following the service at the cemetery.
Jimmy was born January 16, 1957 in Anson County, NC and was...
Edna Ruth Rogers
Dec 24, 2025
WADESBORO - On Wednesday, December 24, 2025, Miss Edna Ruth Rogers, 89, loving and devoted sister and aunt, passed away with her family gathered around her bedside at Atrium Health Anson in Wadesboro.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at North Wadesboro Baptist Church with Rev. Donnie Helms officiating. Interment will follow in Anson Memorial Park.
The family...
Emanuel Fayrow Fields, Jr.
Dec 23, 2025
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FAYETTEVILLE - On Tuesday, December 23, 2025, Mr. Emanuel Fayrow Fields, Jr., 19, passed away at Alleghany Memorial Hospital in Sparta, NC.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 3, 2026, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home.
The viewing and visitation will be at 1:00 PM on Saturday at the funeral home.
Lavon Montreaz Bennett
Dec 21, 2025
GREENSBORO - On Sunday, December 21, 2025, Mr. Lavon Montreaz Bennett, 28, passed away in Greensboro.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Saturday, January 3, 2026, at Empowering Word Ministries in Wadesboro.
Betty Hough Hardison
Dec 20, 2025
WADESBORO - On Saturday, December 20, 2025, Mrs. Betty Hough Hardison, 91, passed away peacefully at Wadesboro Health and Rehab in Wadesboro.
Betty was born June 1, 1934, in Anson County, NC, and was a daughter of the late Jasper Harmon "Red" Hough and the late Mary Braswell Hough. She was a member of Calvary Episcopal Church.
Those who are left to...
Samantha Samaria Kendall
Dec 19, 2025
WADESBORO - On Friday, December 19, 2025, Miss Samantha Samaria Kendall, 27, passed away peacefully at McWhorter Hospice House in Monroe.
There will be a celebration of life service at 4:30 PM, Tuesday, December 30, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home.
The family will be gathering at the home, 801 Henry Street, in Wadesboro.
Sandra Elaine Pegram
Dec 15, 2025
WADESBORO - On Monday, December 15, 2025, Miss Sandra Elaine Pegram, 56, passed away peacefully at Anson Health and Rehab in Wadesboro.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 18, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Mr. Ken Caulder officiating. Interment will be in Anson Memorial Park.
The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service...
Mary Magdalene Leak
Dec 14, 2025
HIGH POINT - Mary Magdalene Leak aka known as “Mag” age 72 was born on September 26, 1953, in Wadesboro, North Carolina. She will be remembered as a devoted family member, a caring friend, and a woman whose kindness and strength touched all who knew her. She will also be remembered for her strength, kindness, and deep love she had...
Sara Poplin Lear
Dec 12, 2025
WADESBORO - On Friday, December 12, 2025, Mrs. Sara Poplin Lear, 93, passed away peacefully at Meadowview Terrace Assisted Living in Wadesboro to be with her Lord and Savior.
Funeral services will be 4:00 PM, Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at Lilesville Baptist Church with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will be private in Anson Memorial Park.
The family welcomes...
Katherine "Kathy" Stroud Jackson
Dec 10, 2025
LILESVILLE – On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, Mrs. Katherine “Kathy” Stroud Jackson, 76, passed away peacefully at her home with her loving family at her bedside.
There will be a memorial service at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, December 17, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Mr. Ken Caulder officiating. Interment will follow in Eastview Cemetery.
The family will greet friends...
Susan Hanna Beachum
Dec 9, 2025
ANSONVILLE - On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, Mrs. Susan Hanna Beachum, 68, passed away peacefully at Atrium Health Pineville.
There will be a memorial service at 7:00 PM, Friday, December 19, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Mr. Ken Caulder officiating,
The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service on Friday.
Susan was born November 10, 1957,...
Anthony "Tony" Jay Honeycutt
Dec 8, 2025
WADESBORO - On Monday, December 8, 2025, Antony "Tony" Jay Honeycutt, 39, passed away peacefully at Wadesboro Health and Rehab.
Jay was born December 11, 1985 in Anson County, NC and was a son of Richard Jay Honeycutt and Audrey Louise Gallimore Honeycutt. He was educated in the public schools of Anson County.
He enjoyed time spent with his family. Playing with...
Patsy Beachum "Pat" Gulledge
Dec 5, 2025
LILESVILLE- On Friday, December 5, 2025, Mrs. Patsy Beachum "Pat" Gulledge, 78, passed away peacefully at Anson Health and Rehab in Wadesboro.
Graveside services will be 2:00PM, Monday, December 8, 2025, at Lilesville Cemetery with Rev, Jim Ritter officiating.
The family will greet friends following the graveside service in the cemetery.
Pat was born November 14, 1947 in Anson County, NC a daughter...
Katherine Dianne Baker
Dec 4, 2025
We are sharing the obituary for Katherine Dianne Baker as a courtesy to the Baker family in Anson County.
Katherine Dianne (“Di”) Baker, 81, of Gloucester, Virginia, died on December 4, 2025 after several years of declining health.
Di was born March 18, 1944 in Kannapolis, NC, a daughter of the late Marion James Baker and Eva Kathleen Baker. Growing up, Di...
Clyde Burns
Dec 4, 2025
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WADESBORO - On Thursday, December 4, 2025, Mr. Clyde Burns, 61, beloved husband, father, grandfather brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully at home with his devoted wife at his side.
Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 11, 2025 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home
The public viewing will be from 1:00 PM until 2:00...
Joyce Carpenter Cherry
Dec 3, 2025
WADESBORO – On Wednesday, December 3, 2025, Mrs. Joyce Carpenter Cherry, 80, passed away peacefully at her home with her family at her bedside.
Joyce was born February 6, 1945, in Anson County, NC and was a daughter of the late Horace Gallagher Carpenter and the late Minnie Gladys Gregory Carpenter. She worked for many years in textiles in Anson County...
Betty Cox Pope
Dec 2, 2025
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PEACHLAND – On Tuesday, December 2, 2025, Mrs. Betty Cox Pope, 82, passed away peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior at her home with her loving family at her bedside.
Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, December 4, 2025, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Swaringen and Rev. Arnold Jackson...
Terry Anthony Little
Dec 1, 2025
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MORVEN - With deep love and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Terry Little, who left this world after a courageous battle with cancer. Terry was born on April 3, 1975 and left this world on December 1, 2025.
Terry was a graduate of Anson Senior High. Throughout his life, Terry embraced many roles with dedication...
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