All Obituaries

Clinton David Borja-Ponce 26, of 555 Sasser Lane, passed away Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at his home. Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by Hope Valley Hawkins. Professional Services entrusted to Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Service & Cremation of Clinton.

Dunn Betty Sue Belcher 64, passed away Monday, April 22, 2024 at her home. No services will be held at this time. Professional Services entrusted to Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Service & Cremation of Clinton.

Clinton Louis Stevens Jones was born in Sampson County on December 30, 1980 to his loving mother Velma Herring and father Billy Underwood. Louis departed this physical world, and made his way to the spiritual world on April 14, 2024. Louis attended Clinton City Schools. He worked for Clinton Appliance, Garland Shirt Factory and Smithfield Packing Co. In his spare time he enjoyed professional move jobs with his special friend Gene Moore. Louis was a very loving and gentle soul. He always...

Roseboro Bobby Daniel Blake 38, of Roseboro, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024 at his home. Bobby was born in Sampson County, NC, to Jacqueline Naylor Herring and Robert Lurell Blake. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert Lurell Blake; paternal grandparents, Mary Gladys Matthews Blake and Reginald Lurell Blake; and maternal grandparents, Shirley Lanier Naylor and Richard Naylor. The Funeral Service for Bobby will be a private service held at a later date. Bobby will be laid to...

Leland Charlie Jr. Murphy 71, Of Leland NC, was born April 29th, 1952 to the late John Henry Murphy and Mae Haley Murphy. Charlie ‘Swing’ departed this earthy life into eternal rest on April 19th, 2024 surrounded by his family. Charlie received his education from the Sampson County School District, class of 1970. Charlie joined Mt Zion AME Zion Church at an early age, Charlie raised Tokesia Watson as a child of his own. Homegoing Service will be held at 12:00 pm on...

Salemburg Michelle Faye Garcia 47, of 555 Butler Rd., passed away Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Sampson Regional Medical Center. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Hope Valley Hawkins. Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Service & Cremation is honored to serve the family of Michelle Faye Garcia.

Turkey James Edward Marsh 71, of 191 Merry Oak Lane, died Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at his home. In honoring his wishes, James will be cremated and will remain at home with his wife in New Jersey. No services will be held at this time. Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Service & Cremation has been entrusted with professional services.

Faison On Tuesday, April 16, 2024 the angel of life lifted his wings in flight with the soul of our beloved son, godson, nephew, cousin and friend. Tabias Rayshawn Darden, 18 was born on January 18, 2006 at UNC Chapel Hill Hospital in Chapel Hill, NC and he departed this life at Sampson Regional Medical Center in Clinton, NC. Tabias last attended school at Sampson Community College. He loved spending time with family and friends. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Hope...

Ridgeway, SC Walter Jerone Davis Sr. passed away peacefully surrounded by close family on April 14, 2024. Walter was born in Ridgeway SC on August 14, 1954, son of the late Robert Davis Sr. and Beatrice Barber Davis. He was reared by his late grandparents Eugne and Essie Davis. He joined Lebanon Presbyterian Church at early age and was a lifetime member. He was a retired employee of Northfork Southern Railroad. Walter enjoyed fishing and singing on the church choir. The Family will hold a...

Mount Olive  Waitt Brantley Best 85, of 250 Slapout Rd., peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Genesis Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center of Mount Olive, NC. Waitt was born on June 21, 1938 to the late Julius Daniel Best and Vennie Vann Best of the Dobbersville community. He was raised on the farm and this became his first occupation in his younger years, however, he taught himself how to drive eighteen wheelers on the farm and this became his occupation for the...