All Obituaries

Helen J “Janie” Kelly, 88 of Southern Pines, NC died Sunday, January 15, 2023, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.  She was born August 24, 1934, in Terre Haute, IN to the late Oscar C and Lynn (Kell) Johnson.  She graduated from Wiley High School in Terre Haute and attended Indiana University.  She married William R “Bill” Kelly in 1953, also of Terre Haute.  The couple raised three boys and a girl in the Hoosier state and summered on Lake...

Mildred J. Grey 88 of Aberdeen, NC formerly of Biscoe, NC died 1-4-23 at her son’s home in Aberdeen, after a short illness. She was born on 5-15-1934 to the late Lloyd Johnson and Virginia Johnson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Vernie Grey, infant son Ricky, infant grandson Zachery Grey, and brother Harold Johnson. Mildred will be lovingly remembered by her son Chris Grey of Aberdeen: grandchildren Brandon Grey of Troy, Zane Grey, and Taylor Grey of Biscoe:...

James Renberg, 87, of Pinehurst, North Carolina passed away peacefully at home on January 4, 2023. He was born May 22, 1935, in Saratoga, Wisconsin, the son of Benjamin Axel and Sabina Mae (nee Knuteson) Renberg. He grew up in Olympia, Washington, and graduated from Olympia High School in 1953. Jim then spent a year at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois before transferring to Baylor University in Waco, Texas. There he became the first of a three-generational chain of Renbergs to gain a...

Matthew Wayne Ragsdale of Moore County age 46 died, in Moore Regional hospital on January 1, 2023.  He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Bruce Ragsdale, his 2 daughters Anna and Madelyn Ragsdale, his parents Murphy and Kathy Ragsdale of Southern Pines, and his brother Mitch Ragsdale of Longs, SC.  A memorial service will be held at Pinehurst United Methodist 4111 Airport Rd, Pinehurst NC 28374 at 2 pm on Friday, January 6.  Please honor Matt by wearing something...

Roger "Red" Lee Council of Whispering Pines passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2022, at the age of 90. Red was born in Johnston County on June 16, 1932, to the late Paschal and Veda Bowlin Council. Red’s family were “Share Croppers” and he told the story of when he was a young boy he asked and asked his daddy if he could plow the mule after he was granted permission one day he said he wish he had waited a while before asking!   Red loved fast...

Marie Batten of West End passed away at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, December 18, 2022, at the age of 88. Marie was born in Montgomery County on January 10, 1934, to the late Leo and Lorena Christenbury Coble. Marie was a well-loved lady in the community. She had a deep love for her grandchildren. She enjoyed being outside. From gardening to going to the beach to fish, Marie found joy in life. She was a member of West End Baptist Church and worked at Pinehurst Hardware for...

Charles Mark (Chuck) Cebrick, 77, of Pinehurst passed away peacefully at home Saturday, Dec 10, 2022 while in hospice care. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Sandra Cebrick and their cat, Sadie.  Also, his sister Rosemary (Cebrick) Potak and her husband, George Potak of Mesquite Nevada.  Also nieces and nephews. He was born January 5, 1945, in Kingston Pa to the late Charles and Elizabeth Cebrick.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his twin...

Charles Durham Ratley Jr died Dec 9, 2022, at the Washington DC VA hospital after a brief illness. Charles (Chuck as he introduced himself later in life) was born Sept 29, 1940, to Katherine Melvin Ratley and Charles Durham Ratley of Red Springs, NC. His maternal grandparents were Hannah Tatum Melvin and John Kelly Melvin of Aberdeen NC and his paternal grandparents were Mattie Fisher Ratley and George David Ratley of Red Springs. He was also predeceased by his sister Katherine (Kathy)...

Edward "Ed" Deeb, Jr. of Pinehurst passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2022, at the age of 76. Ed was born in Detroit, MI to the late Edward Deeb, Sr., and Mae Heintz Deeb. Following high school, Ed joined the Army, serving two tours of duty during the Vietnam War. After leaving the military he met his wife, Sheila. Ed was a dedicated and patriotic soldier that loved his country. He was a loving family man, and a devoted husband to his wife, Sheila. He enjoyed reading, working...