Recent Obituaries from Star and Montgomery County, NC and Surrounding Areas
Lula Spivey Moore
Oct 13, 2025
Lula Mae Spivey Moore, age 84, of Seagrove, passed away on October 13, 2025, at Clapps Convalescent Nursing Home.
She was born on April 11, 1941, in Moore County to the late Harrison and Julie Comer Spivey.
Lula was preceded in death by her son, Ricky Lee Moore, and her sister, Myrtle Chriscoe.
She is survived by her daughter, Cathy Moore Spivey of...
Paul Edward Phillips Jr.
Oct 10, 2025
Paul Edward Phillips Jr., age 88, of Star, passed away at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Mr. Phillips was born on January 16, 1937, in Montgomery County to Paul and Myrtle Robbins Phillips Sr.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Jimmy Phillips and sisters Isabella Phillips and Phyllis Strider.
He is survived by his nieces Renee Varner of...
Jeff Davis
Oct 10, 2025
Jeffrey "Jeff" Davis, age 63, of Star, peacefully passed away on October 10, 2025, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Born on April 6, 1962, in Montgomery County, Jeff was the son of the late Reece and Betty Coggins Davis. He proudly served his country in the United States Army.
He is survived by his spouse Tyler Beducian of the home; brother Bob Davis;...
Frances Beane Dunn
Oct 4, 2025
Frances Marie Beane Dunn, age 92, of Star, passed away on October 4, 2025, at her home.
Born on March 2, 1933, in Montgomery County to Thomas and Pearl Beane, Frances dedicated much of her life to her work in the textile industry before retiring.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Walter E. Dunn; sons...
Karen Johnson
Sep 27, 2025
Karen Lurraie Johnson, age 71, of Eagle Springs, passed away on September 27, 2025, at her home.
Karen was born on April 2, 1954, in Walla Walla, WA, to Clark Erdman and Carrie Lurraie Preas. Karen dedicated much of her life to education, serving as a teacher's assistant for Montgomery County schools until her retirement.
Karen is survived by her son, Darrell...
Douglas "Stump" Davis
Sep 23, 2025
Douglas Martin "Stump" Davis, age 62, of Seagrove, passed away on September 23, 2025, at UNC Medical Center.
Mr. Davis was born on August 23, 1963, in Montgomery County to Martin and Alice Smith Davis.
He is survived by his sisters Shirley Bowles (Marvin) of Fayetteville, Rhonda Harris (Mark) of Roxboro, Brenda Lambirth of Asheboro and brother Danny Davis (Debbie) of Seagrove...
Tom Crowder
Sep 18, 2025
Tommy "Tom" Wayne Crowder, age 79, of Star, passed away on September 18, 2025, at his home.
Born on February 22, 1946, in Cabarrus County to Hillard and Lavonia Crowder, Tom dedicated many years to caring for others as the owner/operator of an Assisted Living Facility.
He is survived by his son Mark Crowder of Oriental, NC and grandson Wilson Crowder.
No services...
John Reece Allen
Sep 18, 2025
John Reece Allen, age 82 of Star, passed away on September 18, 2025, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Born on September 5, 1943, in Randolph County to James and Lucy Morgan Allen. For many years, he served as the co-owner of Troy Lumber and was an active member of Brown's Chapel Christian Church. He was also a member of Biscoe Masonic Lodge...
James Dewitt Staley Sr.
Sep 13, 2025
James Dewitt Staley, age 83, of Seagrove, passed away on September 13, 2025, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Mr. Staley was born on January 23, 1942, in Randolph County to John and Mary Kime Staley. He was an active member of Acorn Ridge Baptist Church
He is survived by his wife Doris Anne Brown Staley, daughters Paula Glorisco (Sal) of Brunswick, GA; Doris...
Sylvia Luther Pilot
Sep 12, 2025
Sylvia Luther Pilot, age 76, of Biscoe, passed away on September 12, 2025.
Sylvia was born on July 9, 1949, in Montgomery County to Elmer and Doris Wray Luther Sr.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons Eddie Pilot and J.R. Pilot and brother Russell Luther Jr.
She is survived by her husband Danny Pilot of the...
Vadere Odessa Hall
Sep 8, 2025
Vadere Odessa Sanders Hall, age 77, of Candor, peacefully passed away on September 8, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Born on August 2, 1948, in Richmond County, she was the daughter of Aaron and Odessa Campbell Hall.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sisters Bobbie Sanders, Dorothy George, Linda Sanders, Polly King, Hazel Freeman, and...
Barbara Moon Williams
Sep 6, 2025
Barbara Moon Williams, 85, passed away peacefully at her home in Eagle Springs on September 6th, 2025.Born in Greensboro, North Carolina, on March 19th, 1940, Barbara grew up in Lumberton, where she graduated from Lumberton High School. She studied music at Bob Jones University; Trinity Bible College in Clearwater, Florida; Flora MacDonald College in Red Springs, North Carolina; and later...
Linda Hall Harris
Aug 20, 2025
Linda Hall Harris, age 60, of Star, passed away on August 20, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Linda was born in Moore County on June 9, 1965, to Jack and Bertha Talbert Hall.
She was preceded in death by her mother and her sisters Mary Lou Hall and Debbie Hall, as well as her brother Eddie Talbert.
She is survived by her...
Carolyn Hurley Key
Aug 13, 2025
Carolyn Hurley Key, age 79, of Candor, passed away on August 13, 2025.
Born on June 18, 1946, in Montgomery County, she was the daughter of Bracie Pink and Bonnie Lynthacum Hurley.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers Bobby Hurley, Charles Hurley, Leonard Hurley, and sister Barbara Sue Hurley.
Carolyn is survived by her husband, Glenn...
Brenda Lamonds Tysinger
Aug 4, 2025
Brenda Kay Lamonds Tysinger, age 45, of Troy, North Carolina, passed away on August 4, 2025.
Brenda was born on October 4, 1979, in Montgomery County to Robert and Mabel Hancock Lamonds Jr. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister, who touched the lives of those around her.
She was preceded in death by her father, Robert James Lamonds Jr.
Brenda...
Arthur Franklin Miller
Jul 30, 2025
Arthur Franklin Miller, age 75, of Robbins, passed away peacefully at his home on July 30, 2025.
Born on February 12, 1950, in Montgomery County, he was the son of the late Arthur Junior and Dorothy Hare Miller.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Ann Craven Miller, and their daughter, Tonya Miller (Michael Randolph) of Robbins. Arthur took great pride in...
Ruby Horne Woodruff
Jul 30, 2025
Ruby Horne Woodruff, 81, of Star, peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July 30, 2025.
Born on October 7, 1943, in Mecklenburg County, Ruby was the daughter of Lindsay and Mildred Wilson Horne. She was a dedicated member of Friendly Baptist Chapel Church in Maiden.
In addition to her parents, Ruby is preceded in death by her...
Adam Cody Williamson
Jul 23, 2025
Adam Cody Williamson, age 37, of Biscoe, passed away on July 23, 2025, at his home.
Born on May 16, 1988, in Orange County, he was the son of James and Cindy Greene Williamson. Adam had a passion for playing games as well as the piano, which brought joy to his life.
He is survived by his beloved children, MaKenzie and Kylie...
Susie Singleton
Jul 1, 2025
Susie Chriscoe Singleton, age 82, of Star, passed away on July 1, 2025, at her home.
Susie was born on January 4, 1943, to Everette and Mabel Yow Chriscoe in Randolph County. She dedicated many years of her life to working in the hosiery mill and the child care field. She was a member of the Big Oak Church of God,...
Thurman Smith
Jun 28, 2025
Thurman Spencer Smith, age 72, of Seagrove, passed away on June, 28, 2025.
Born on February 27, 1953, in Randolph County, he was the son of Thomas and Loucendy Davis Smith. Thurman dedicated many years to his work as a supervisor at Clayson Knitting and Slane Hosiery until his retirement, and he also pursued his passion for farming. Thurman had a...
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