Recent Obituaries from Star and Montgomery County, NC and Surrounding Areas
Kenneth Greene
Mar 29, 2025
Kenneth Harrell Greene, age 77, of Star passed away on March 29, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Mr. Greene was born on September 19, 1947, in Montgomery County to George Lester Greene and Berlene Brown Greene.
He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved dog, Izzabella.
Kenneth is survived by his wife Wanda Moore Greene of the home; daughters Betty...
Jean Williams McLendon
Mar 26, 2025
Jean Williams McLendon, 85, of Robbins, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at FirstHealth Hospital in Pinehurst.
A native of Moore County, Jean was born on June 12, 1939, in Robbins, NC. She graduated from Elise High School in 1957 and attended UNC-Greensboro where she received an advanced business certificate. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood...
Rachel Elizabeth St. James
Mar 23, 2025
Rachel Elizabeth St. James, age 31, of Star, passed away on March 23, 2025.
Rachel was born on February 25, 1994, in Salt Lake City, Utah to George St. James and Elizabeth Rae Giberti.
Rachel was a free spirit who lived her life to the fullest. Her artistic and bright spirit shined all throughout her. She was a daughter, granddaughter, sister, twin...
Brenda Britt Dunn
Mar 20, 2025
Brenda Carol Britt Dunn, age 69, of Asheboro, passed away on March 20, 2025, at her home.
Brenda was born on February 25, 1956, in Montgomery County to the late James and Eunice Britt.
She is survived by her husband Mitchell Dunn of the home; sons Tony Dunn and Tommy Dunn both of Asheboro and sister Judy Vernon of Candor.
The family will...
Brian Keith Wiles
Mar 16, 2025
Brian Keith Wiles, age 60, of Star, North Carolina, went to be with the Lord after a brave battle with brain cancer on March 16, 2025.
Brian was born on September 27, 1964, to James Douglas Wiles Sr. and Rita Ann Wiles in Asheboro, NC. He was the middle child of three siblings and was raised in Iredell County. He was...
Ronald Lee McFarland
Mar 7, 2025
Ronald Lee McFarland, age 83, of Seagrove, passed away on March 7, 2025.
Mr. McFarland was born on January 17, 1942, in Durham County to William and Lillie Carpenter McFarland. Ronald dedicated many years of his career as a repairman for the telephone company until his retirement.. In his spare time he enjoyed raising cattle, fishing and spending time with his...
David Charles George
Mar 6, 2025
David Charles George, 77 of Biscoe NC, went to be with his heavenly savior on March 6, 2025, at the home of his sister with his family.
David was born in Montgomery County, NC to Willie and Margaret George. David spent most of his life working in textiles, primarily in North Carolina and South Carolina, but some adventures in Tennessee and...
Elizabeth Britt
Feb 25, 2025
Elizabeth Eloise Britt, age 83, of Biscoe, passed away on February 25, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital surrounded by family.
Born on April 25, 1941, in Montgomery County to Mozelle Britt, Elizabeth dedicated her life to serving others as a nurse’s aide and cook. Most people knew Lizzie best by being a childcare provider. Lizzie’s hours were always flexible to...
Shirley Elaine Nelson
Feb 23, 2025
Shirley Elaine Wallace Nelson, 98, of Troy, North Carolina, died peacefully Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the home of her daughter, Cheryl Lamonds, where she has been lovingly cared for by her daughter and family for the last 13 years.
Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until 1:50 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Phillips Funeral Home in Star, North...
Philip Bailey
Feb 23, 2025
Philip John Bailey Sr., age 56, of Biscoe, passed away on February 23, 2025, at Duke Medical Center.
Born on June 30, 1968, in Salamanca, NY, Philip was the son of Douglas and Jane Russell Bailey. He dedicated his life to education, earning a Master’s degree from Pfeiffer University, and teaching in several schools across Montgomery County. Most recently, he was...
Jennifer Blake-Hoyos
Feb 21, 2025
Jennifer Gayle Blake-Hoyos, 48, passed away on February 21, 2025. Jennifer was born April 27, 1976, the second child of James (Jimmy) and Rebecca Smith Blake. A truly bright light, exuding determination, joy and love, Jennifer was known for her laughter and her ability to deeply connect with everyone she encountered.
Jennifer was a 1994 graduate of East Montgomery High School,...
Mary "Frances" Williams
Feb 18, 2025
Mary "Frances" Bennett Williams, age 78, of Star, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Born on September 29, 1946, in Montgomery County, Frances was the daughter of William Eugene and Ruby Brown Bennett.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Kester Williams.
She is survived by her daughter, Krystle Black (Alex) of...
Wayne Moore
Feb 14, 2025
Wayne Moore, age 75, of Cameron, NC, passed away on February 14, 2025.
Wayne was born on January 5, 1950, to Alfred Virgil Moore Sr. and Ossie Sanders Moore. Wayne worked for Moen for 20 plus years before retiring.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Carolyn Moore, son Timothy Moore and several siblings; Darlene, Gilbert,...
Gladelle Cagle
Feb 13, 2025
Gladelle Byrd Cagle, age 86, of Norman, passed away on February 13, 2025, at Autumn Care.
Gladelle was born on August 31, 1938, to J Lee and Lilly Blake Byrd.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Ralph Cagle, brothers James Byrd and Milton Byrd; sisters Marlin Kruger and Linda McInnis.
She is survived by her son...
Edna Jenkins
Feb 10, 2025
Edna Mae Dawkins Jenkins, age 87, of Star, passed away on February 10, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Edna was born on June 26, 1937, in Montgomery County to Charles and Bessie Sanders Dawkins. Edna enjoyed sewing and spending time with her family. She attended Flint Hill Christian Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sons...
Clarence "Harold" Allred
Feb 6, 2025
Clarence "Harold" Allred, age 86, of Robbins passed away on February 6, 2025, at his residence.
Mr. Allred was born on November 7, 1938, in Moore County to Daus and Birdie Bruce Allred. Harold dedicated many years of his life as a fixer at a hosiery mill until his retirement. In his leisure time he enjoyed dove hunting and raising cattle.
In...
Vivian Nooe McInnis
Feb 3, 2025
Vivian Lee Nooe McInnis, age 70, of Seagrove, passed away on February 3, 2025, at her residence.
Mrs. McInnis was born on July 20, 1954, in Montgomery County to Guy and Annie Deaton Nooe. She dedicated many years of her life to working in a hosiery mill before her retirement.
Vivian was preceded in death by her brothers Walter Nooe, Roy Nooe,...
Wilma Hall Davis
Jan 26, 2025
Wilma Hall Davis, age 74, of Star passed away on January 26, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Born on February 9, 1950, in Montgomery County to the late Coy and Jennie Brady Hall, Wilma was a graduate of the East Montgomery High School Class of 1969. She dedicated many years of her life working in the hosiery mill industry before...
Delma "Dink" Hunsucker
Jan 23, 2025
Delma "Dink" Eugene Hunsucker, age 88, of Biscoe, passed away on January 23, 2025, at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital.
Dink was born on January 1, 1937, in Montgomery County to Horace and Hattie Hall Hunsucker. Dink dedicated many of his working years to Energizer Battery until his retirement. Following his retirement, he continued to serve the community by working part-time at...
James "Jim" Callicutt
Jan 23, 2025
James "Jim" Callicutt, age 80, of Star, passed away on January 23, 2025, at FirstHealth Hospice House.
Jim was born on May 20, 1944, in Montgomery County to James and Stella Monroe Callicutt. Jim proudly served his country in the US Army. He worked for 34 years at the Montgomery Herald before retiring. Jim attended First Baptist Church in Star. He...
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