All Obituaries

Jason "Jaybird" F. Odom passed away in his home on Saturday, June 5, 2021, at the age of 49. Jason was born in Moore County on February 12, 1972, to Jesse F. Odom, III and Dianne Griffin Forsberg. After finishing Moore County Schools and attending Sandhills Community College, Jason began a career as a master carpenter then later traveling as an over-the-road truck driver, traveling across America with his father. Later after traveling over the road, he found a new love, golf...

Penny Jervis of Sanford passed away in her home at the age of 59. Penny was born in Jacksonville, Fl on November 5, 1961, to Joy and Sue Wade Jervis. She was a very caring and independent person. Penny had a love for God, her church, children, and animals. She grew up participating in youth activities with the Salvation Army. Penny joined the US Army, and after leaving the military she obtained her nursing degree. While working in nursing, she gained a deep love for the ones she cared for....

Heidi Buckley, age 39, passed away in her home on May 8, 2021 at the age of 39. Heidi was born in Worcester, MA to Francis and Karen Comeau Buckley. After finishing high school she moved across the United States with her twins, Sebastian and Velencia while working for Bayer. She will always be remembered for her love of singing and playing guitar. Heidi had a soft spot for animals, especially her dogs, cats, and chickens. She was extremely talented. She enjoyed drawing, painting, and...

Jon Phillip Crane of Pinehurst passed away on Saturday, May 8, 2021, in his home at the age of 84. Jon was born on January 7, 1937, in Sandwich, Illinois to the late Duvall and Elizabeth Baldry Crane. Jon completed his undergraduate work at the University of Illinois and post-graduate work at Harvard University. Following college, Jon spent three years in Europe with the United States Air Force security service. Upon returning home, two very important things occurred in his life. He met the...

Chris "C.J." Benson of Pinebluff passed away in his home on Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at the age of 25. Chris was born in Moore County on April 11, 1996, and attended Pinecrest High School.   he was a loving & sensitive young man who loved believing in magical things. He adorned his room with a wide range of things Harry Potter, galaxy posters, and was an avid player of Call of duty and other online games. Music was his best friend. He enjoyed many things fishing,...

Erica Batten of Taylortown passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021, in FirstHealth Moore Regional at the age of 39. Erica was born on March 24, 1982, in Pinehurst to the late Joseph Quinton and Christine Anne Ruckert Batten. After graduating from Pinecrest High School, Erica began a career in landscaping. Erica enjoyed going to the beach and especially swimming on those hot summer days. She was a lover of music and a lover of fun. She lived her life like it was a party, and she was the guest of...

John E Belcher II, 73, Cameron, NC went home to be with Jesus on April 12, 2021. Ernie was born in Dade City, FL, and was a Florida man at heart, but made the move to North Carolina in 2003 to be closer to family.  His passion was classic country and bluegrass gospel music, making many dear friends in the local music circle.  He played mostly rhythm acoustic guitar and sang when we could talk him in into it.  He also loved classic cars.  He could glimpse a...

Stephen Christopher Lee Wilson, 51, of Carthage NC passed away on April 7th, 2021. He was surrounded by family and loved ones. Steve was proceeded in death by his father and mother, James Polk & Sally Mae Wilson. His sister Brenda Kay Christian and brother Thomas Wilson. He is survived by his brother Michael David Wilson, brother-in-law Randy Christian. His daughter Jessica Blanchard and grandson Ezekiel Cummings. As well as 3 nephews, 2 nieces, and several...

Robert A. Racine  84, of West End passed away April 5, 2021. 

Dennis W. Kunce, 73, of Holden Beach passed away Friday, April 2, 2021, after a short illness at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro. Dennis was born in Elkin on September 14, 1947, to the late Donald M. Kunce and Ollie Hutchins Kunce. He was a proud veteran in the US Army and served in Vietnam and two tours in Germany. He is the recipient of the Purple Heart. Dennis was a long-haul truck driver. Dennis retired to restore antique classic cars and was a member of the Tri-Beach Cruisers in...