Obituaries

Hayward Lee Morrison

Hayward Lee Morrison

Sep 11, 2024

We are sharing the obituary for Rev. Hayward Morrison as a courtesy to his family who have been long time residents of Anson County and Rev. Morrison was a former pastor of Hopewell Methodist Church. For condolences and service details visit the website for Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home in Shelby.

Hayward Lee Morrison, 86, passed away peacefully at Hospice Wendover...

Kay Floyd McLaurin

Kay Floyd McLaurin

Sep 11, 2024

WADESBORO – On Wednesday, September 11, 2024, Mrs. Kay Floyd McLaurin, 74, passed away peacefully at Novant Health Care in Charlotte. 

 There will be a memorial service at 3:00 PM, Sunday, September 15, 2024, at Deep Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Perko officiating.

 The family will greet friends following the service at the church on Sunday and other times at her...

Alton Douglas Thomas

Alton Douglas Thomas

Sep 10, 2024

POLKTON – On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, Mr. Alton Douglas Thomas, 75, our beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at Anson Health and Rehab in Wadesboro. 

 There will be a memorial service at 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Hopewell Methodist Church with Rev. Patrick Ledford officiating. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery with military honors. 

 The family...

Daniel "Danny" Martin Bowers, Sr.

Daniel "Danny" Martin Bowers, Sr.

Sep 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Martin Bowers Sr., who left us on September 8, 2024, at the age of 70. Danny, affectionately known to everyone as "Danny" or simply “the tire man,” passed away peacefully in Charlotte, NC, surrounded by his loving family.

Danny was born on February 20, 1954, in...

Robert Ranford Pigg

Robert Ranford Pigg

Sep 8, 2024

POLKTON - On Sunday, September 8, 2024, Mr. Robert Ranford Pigg, 86, passed away peacefully at his home.

There will be a private graveside service on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at the Bennett Grove Cemetery in Polkton.

He was born October 14, 1937, in Anson County, NC, and was a son of the late Marshall Pigg and the late Rosa Jarman Pigg....

Marguerite Ann Ellis

Marguerite Ann Ellis

Sep 7, 2024

Ansonville, NC — Ms. Marguerite Ann Ellis, 92, of Ansonville, NC formerly of Lumberton, NC passed away Saturday September 7, 2024. 

Marguerite was born in Robeson County on March 7, 1932, to the late Robert Lee Ellis and Gladys Phipps Ellis. 

Prior to moving to Ansonville, she was a member of East Lumberton Baptist Church where she enjoyed times shared with her...

Mary Edna Cagle Williams

Mary Edna Cagle Williams

Sep 5, 2024

Raleigh, NC - Mary Edna Cagle Williams passed away on September 5, 2024, at UNC Rex Hospital in Raleigh after a brief battle with cancer. She was born on February 13, 1956, in Wadesboro, NC, the daughter of the late Robert L. Cagle Jr. and the late Emily Tarlton Cagle. 

Mary Edna graduated from Bowman Sr. High School in 1974 and...

Janice Dickens Kelly

Janice Dickens Kelly

Sep 5, 2024

WADESBORO – On Thursday, September 5, 2024, Mrs. Janice Dickens Kelly, 78, passed away peacefully at Anson Health and Rehab in Wadesboro with her loving family at her bedside. 

 There will be a memorial service at 3:00 PM Sunday, September 8, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Randy Storz officiating. Inurnment will follow in Eastview Cemetery. 

 The family...

Theodore "Teddy" Washington Williams, Sr.

Theodore "Teddy" Washington Williams, Sr.

Aug 31, 2024

MORVEN - On Saturday, August 31, 2024, Mr. Theodore "Teddy" Washington Williams, Sr., 77, passed away at his home.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Saturday, September 7, 2024 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Gatewood Station AME Zion Church Cemetery. 

Public viewing will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, September 6, 2024 at Leavitt...

Lonnie James Threadgill

Lonnie James Threadgill

Aug 31, 2024

Polkton- Lonnie James Threadgill, 86, passed away peacefully at his home Saturday, August 31, 2024.

 Funeral services will be 11:00AM Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Arnold Jackson and Rev. John Greene officiating. Interment will follow at Griffin Cemetery in Polkton.

 The family will greet friends from 6:00PM until 8:00PM Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at the funeral home.

 Lonnie...

Barry Michael Grooms, Sr.

Barry Michael Grooms, Sr.

Aug 28, 2024

LILESVILLE - On Wednesday, August 28, 2024, Mr. Barry Michael Grooms, Sr., 76, passed away peacefully at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst with his family gathered around his bedside.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 31, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Anson Memorial Park.

The family will greet friends...

Darlene Rorie Sturdivant-Elam

Darlene Rorie Sturdivant-Elam

Aug 26, 2024

ALBEMARLE - On Monday, August 26, 2024, Darlene Rorie Sturdivant-Elam, 84, passed away peacefully to be with her Lord while a patient at Atrium Health Stanly in Albemarle.

Funeral services will be 1:00 PM, Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at St. Delight Church in Albemarle. Interment will follow in Stanly Gardens of Memory. The family will greet friends from 12:30 PM until...

Charles "Charlie" Edward Thomas

Charles "Charlie" Edward Thomas

Aug 25, 2024

WILMINGTON – On Sunday, August 25, 2024, Mr. Charles “Charlie” Edward Thomas, 78, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home at Carolina Beach. 

 There will be a service to celebrate his life at 1:00 PM, Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Red Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Rodney Clements officiating. The family will greet friends following the service in the...

Bertha Mae Kirkley

Bertha Mae Kirkley

Aug 23, 2024

WADESBORO - On Friday, August 23, 2024, Ms. Bertha Mae Kirkley, 74, passed away peacefully at her home with her devoted daughter April, and devoted son, James by her side. 

Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM, Thursday, August 29, 2024, at St. Mark Church of Deliverance in Wadesboro. Interment will follow in West Deep Creek Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.

Public viewing...

Carl William "Monkey" Shue, Jr.

Carl William "Monkey" Shue, Jr.

Aug 23, 2024

ANSONVILLE - On Friday, August 23, 2024, Mr. Carl William "Monkey" Shue, Jr., 79,  passed away peacefully at his home.

Funeral services will be at 6:00 PM on Sunday, August 25, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Doug Cook officiating. Interment will follow in Eastview Cemetery in Wadesboro.

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

Floyd Franklin "Frankie" Newton, Jr.

Floyd Franklin "Frankie" Newton, Jr.

Aug 18, 2024

LILESVILLE - On Sunday, August 18, 2024, Mr. Floyd Franklin "Frankie" Newton, Jr., passed away peacefully at home to be with his Lord and Savior.

Funeral services will be at 3:00 PM on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at Faith Baptist Church with Rev. Rick Eason, Rev. Donnie Helms and Rev. Chuck McKnight officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

The family...

James Thomas Henry

James Thomas Henry

Aug 18, 2024

WADESBORO - On Sunday, August 18, 2024, Mr. James Thomas Henry, 77, entered into eternal rest at Monroe Rehabilitation Center in Monroe.

Funeral services will be at 3:00 PM, Saturday, August 24, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home.

The public viewing will be from 6:00 PM until 7:30 PM at the funeral home on Friday, August 23, 2024.

Lieutenant Tracy Lane Wilhoit

Lieutenant Tracy Lane Wilhoit

Aug 18, 2024

WADESBORO – On Sunday, August 18, 2024, Lieutenant Tracy Lane Wilhoit, Anson County Sheriff's Department, passed away at his home. 

 Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, August 22, 2024, at First Baptist Church, Wadesboro with Rev. Jeff Glenn officiating. Interment will follow in Bethlehem Cemetery in Ansonville. 

 The family will greet friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, August 21,...

Robert Michael "Mike" Martin

Robert Michael "Mike" Martin

Aug 16, 2024

We are sharing the obituary for Mike Martin as a courtesy to the Martin family who have been long-time residents of Anson County. Please refer to the website for McEwen Funeral Service in Pineville for details concerning condolences and services.

With joyful memories we share the passing of Robert Michael (Mike) Martin on August 16, 2024. Mike was born October 18,...

Albert "Bert" Horace Hendley Jr.

Albert "Bert" Horace Hendley Jr.

Aug 13, 2024

We are sharing the obituary as a courtesy to the Hendley family.

 Albert H. (Bert) Hendley Jr., age 88, of Zanesville, Ohio went to be with the Lord August 13th 2024 at Helen Purcell Nursing Home. Bert was the oldest of two sons born to Abb and Christine Hendley in Ansonville, NC on Dec. 2, 1935. He graduated Wadesboro High School,...