obituaries

Raymond T Hoeben

Dec 19, 2023

Mr. Raymond Travis Hoeben, 73, passed away Tuesday, 12/19/2023.

Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Ruth Byrd

Nov 26, 2023

Ms. Ruth Byrd, 62, passed away peacefully Sunday, 11/26/2023, surrounded by her caregivers and family.  Ms. Byrd was born on May 28, 1961 in Harnett County to the late Henry Holt Byrd and Thelma Lorene McGee Byrd.  She is preceded in death by her siblings, Judy Byrd Bishop and Eddie Holt Byrd, and nephew, Ben Byrd of Willow Spring....

Dorothy Lee Howman

Nov 15, 2023

Ms. Dorothy Lee Howman, age 78, passed away Wednesday, 11/15/2023.

Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Cathy Lynn Baker

Aug 26, 2023

Cathy Lynn Baker (Cat), 61, entered eternal rest on August 26, 2023. She was preceded in death by her son; Travis Scarberry; her daughter; Shawna Scarberry; and her dad; Ashly Bishop. She will be forever missed by her loving husband, Stoney Baker Jr; daughter, Latisha Neal (Mike); grandchildren, Aaron Scarberry; Ayden Neal and Samantha Neal; mother, Linda Bishop; mother...

Yvette Ann Myers

Aug 19, 2023

Ms. Yvette Ann Myers, age 76, passed away Saturday, 08/19/2023.  Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Janet Rose (Shore) Hubbard

Aug 10, 2023

Janet Rose Hubbard passed peacefully the night of August 10, 2023 surrounded by her entire family and best friends.

As a young girl, Janet wanted to work in health care, helping people. She found her lifelong career at IGHL as a direct care counselor. She dedicated years of her life providing the residents of IGHL Manorville with...

Travis Aaron Scarberry

Jul 21, 2023

Travis Aaron Scarberry (TAZ), 36, entered eternal rest on July 21.2023. He was preceded in death by his sister; Shawna Scarberry; papaw Ashly Bishop; Aunt Paula Scarberry; Mamaw and papaw Everette and Bertha Scarberry. He leaves behind his son, Aaron Scarberry; mama and daddy, Cathy and Stoney Baker; dad, Burnell Scarberry; brother, Chris Scarberry; sister, Tisha Neal (Mike) and...

Sharon Lynn Koran

Jun 29, 2023

Sharon L. Koran, 65, of Spring Lake, passed away on Thursday June 29, 2023. She was born on January 21, 1958, to the late Pearl Porter. Also preceding her in death was her brother, David.

Sharon loved music, especially rock and roll and country, gardening and growing her own plants and vegetables. She prided herself in keeping...

Jerry Varner Caudle

Jun 16, 2023

Mr. Jerry Varner Caudle, age 72, passed away Friday, 06/16/2023.

Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Geoffrey David Potter

Jun 5, 2023

Geoff Potter, of Lillington, NC, passed away peacefully on June 5th at 12:42 p.m. after a long illness.  His wife, Dorothy (Terry) Potter was at his side.   He is survived by his wife, Terry; son, David Potter; sisters, Geri Potter and Melanie Downey; brother, Steven Potter and extended family including three grandchildren.

Geoff was greatly loved and...

Ronald "Ronnie" Lee Barnes

Jun 1, 2023

Mr. Ronald "Ronnie" Barnes, age 79, passed away peacefully after a short illness on 06/01/2023.  He is survived by his two sisters, Dottie Earp of Willow Spring, and Betty Jones and husband Andy of Angier.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Family and friends wishing to pay their respects are welcome to visit the...

Cecil Wayne Williamson

May 27, 2023

Mr. Cecil Wayne Williamson, age 80, passed away Saturday, 05/27/2023.

He is survived by his two brothers, Quinius and Richard. Mr. Williamson is also survived by his three sons Kenneth, Richard, and Michael; and his grandchildren Felicia, Brittany, and Victoria.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Evangel Church, 201 Meadow Drive, Fuquay-Varina,...

Renee Beth Mcgrath

May 16, 2023

Mrs. Renee Beth McGrath, 62, passed away Tuesday, 05/16/2023.

Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

James S. Mullen

May 1, 2023

Mr. James S. Mullen, age 66, passed away Monday 5/01/2023 in Spring Lake.  Mr. Mullen was preceded in death by his father, Shelton Howard Mullen.  He is survived by his mother, Delores Mullen; his wife of 45 years, Wanda R. Mullen; two daughters, Tosha M Narron (Wayne) and Ashley R. Mullen (Ronald); two grandchildren, Shyenne V. Narron and Christopher...

Barbara Ann Ellis

Apr 9, 2023

Mrs. Barbara Ann Ellis of Dunn, N.C. passed peacefully on Sunday April 9th, 2023 at Harnett Woods Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.  Mrs. Ellis was born in New Hanover county on June 21, 1929 to the late George and Leola Best. She was preceded in death by two brothers Billy and George Best, one sister Jean Ballinger, and one daughter,...

Billy Jacob Smith

Mar 30, 2023

Billy Jacob Smith, age 78, passed away Thursday, 03/30/2023.  Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

William "Bill" Fussell

Mar 8, 2023

William "Bill" Fussell Sr., 73, of Clayton, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, March 8th, 2023. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Anna Fussell; his daughter, Tonya Collins (Jeff); his son, Britt Fussell; stepson, Michael McClamroch; his two granddaughters, Brooke Barnes and Logan Fussell (John); and his two great-granddaughters Paisley and Sadie. Also,...

Andrew John Snyder

Feb 5, 2023

Mr. Andrew John Snyder, age 76, passed away Sunday, 02/05/2023.

Arrangements provided by Coats Funeral Home.

Johnny M Faircloth

Feb 1, 2023

Johnny Mack Faircloth, 80 years old, and son of Luther and Addie Faircloth, passed away in his home on February 01, 2023 at 12:52PM. Johnny was born on January 12th, 1943.  He was a welder and fabricator his entire life.

At the time of his death, he was surrounded by his son Robert, his wife Sherry, his...

Debra Lynn Yarbrough

Jan 26, 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Debra Lynn Yarbrough on Thursday January 26th, 2023. Debbie was born on January 30th, 1964 to the late Arthur Ray and Mary Sue Yarbrough.

"Smurf" was known for her infectious personality, excellent wit, oversized sweatshirts, and love for great entertainment. Whether that was Baseball, Peanuts, Jeopardy,...