Obituaries

Raymond DeUndra Mercado

Raymond DeUndra Mercado

Jul 12, 2024

WADESBORO - 

On July 18, 2002, Mr. Raymond DeUndra Mercado also known as, “Lil Man” was born in Monroe, NC. He departed his life on Friday, July 12, 2024. 

Raymond attended West Mecklenburg High School and graduated in 2020. He also graduated from NASCAR Technical Institute in 2022. 

He was a member of Streater Grove AME Zion Church in Morven. He was a...

Kathleen "Kat" Jarrell Tyson

Kathleen "Kat" Jarrell Tyson

Jul 11, 2024



ANSONVILLE – On Thursday, July 11, 2024, Mrs. Kathleen “Kat” Jarrell Tyson, 79, passed away peacefully at Atrium Health CMC Main in Charlotte with her family at her bedside. 

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM, Monday, July 15, 2024,at Red Hill Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Perko officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. 

The family will greet friends from 3:00...

Dorothy Harrington Smith

Dorothy Harrington Smith

Jul 10, 2024

We are sharing the obituary for Mrs. Dorothy Harrington Smith as a courtesy to the Harrington, Sheppard and Goodman families as they have been long time residents of Anson County. Please refer to the funeral home in Hagerstown, MD for condolences and service details.

Dorothy Alise Smith, 91, of Hagerstown, MD, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday,...

James Barker Jasmin, Sr.

James Barker Jasmin, Sr.

Jul 8, 2024

WADESBORO - Mr. James Barker Jasmin Sr, age 96, of Wadesboro, NC and Aiken, SC died July 8, 2024 at his residence in Aiken, SC.

Mr Jasmin was born in Rutland, VT on January 23, 1928. A son of the late Rolla M. Jasmin Sr, born in Rutland, VT and Iona Bell Jasmin, born in Hardwick, VT. He attended Rutland Schools,...

Susan Robbins Lyon

Susan Robbins Lyon

Jul 6, 2024

Susan Robbins Lyon died peacefully on Saturday, July 6, 2024, with her three siblings nearby.

A private graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Eastview Cemetery in Wadesboro.

Susan was born in Wadesboro on April 23, 1948, a daughter of Anne and Risden Lyon, and the first of four children. She completed the Special Education Program under Mrs....

Kenneth "Kenny" Robert Hildreth

Kenneth "Kenny" Robert Hildreth

Jul 6, 2024

LILESVILLE – On Saturday, July 6, 2024, Mr. Kenneth “Kenny” Robert Hildreth, 69, passed away peacefully at Hospice Haven in Rockingham surrounded by his family. 

 Funeral services will be at 3:00 PM, Wednesday, July 10, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with his first cousins, Rev. Jimmy Knotts and Rev. Tommy McKenzie officiating. Interment will follow in Olivet United...

Roland Lee Connelly, Sr.

Roland Lee Connelly, Sr.

Jul 4, 2024

MT. GILEAD - Roland Lee Connelly, Sr., 78, passed away at his home, surrounded by loved ones on July 4, 2024. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 13, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Mount Gilead with Rev. Kevin Taylor officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. 

 Burial will be at...

Tommy Lee Howell

Tommy Lee Howell

Jul 3, 2024

WADESBORO – On Wednesday, July 3, 2024, Mr. Tommy Lee Howell, 91, passed away peacefully in Clarksville, VA. 

 There will be a service to celebrate Tommy’s life Tuesday, at 12:00 PM, July 9, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Donnie Helms officiating. 

 The family will greet friends following the service at the funeral home on Tuesday. 

 Tommy was born...

Doris Conley Smith

Doris Conley Smith

Jul 1, 2024

WADESBORO – On Monday, July 1, 2024, Mrs. Doris Conley Smith, 96, passed away peacefully at Atrium Health Anson in Wadesboro. 

 Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 6, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Anita Thompson and Dr. Fred Senter officiating.  

 The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service on Saturday. 

 The...

Brooks "Brookie" Drake Craft

Brooks "Brookie" Drake Craft

Jun 26, 2024

WADESBORO = Brookie Drake Craft, 93, passed away, on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Brookdale Union Park Assisted Living in Monroe, NC. 

 There will be a funeral service to celebrate Brookie’s life at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 1, 2024, at Calvary Episcopal Church with Father Craig Dolack, officiating. Interment will follow in Eastview Cemetery. 

 Brookie was born in Wadesboro, NC on...

Sherry Jones Flinchum

Sherry Jones Flinchum

Jun 24, 2024

WADESBORO - On Monday, June 24, 2024, Mrs. Sherry Jones Flinchum, 51, passed away in Wadseboro.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, July 2, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Anson Memorial Park.

The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.

Sherry was born January 17, 1973 in Richmond County,...

Judith Dutton Poulnott

Judith Dutton Poulnott

Jun 21, 2024

WADESBORO – Mrs. Judy Dutton Poulnott, 83, died Friday, June 21, 2024 at her home surrounded by family who lovingly transitioned her into her heavenly home.

 The family will receive family and friends from 4:00PM to 6:00PM on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at Leavitt Funeral Home. There will be a private celebration of life service in the future.

 Judy was born September...

Elizabeth Grace Carpenter

Elizabeth Grace Carpenter

Jun 19, 2024

WADESBORO - On Wednesday, June 19, 2024, Elizabeth Grace Carpenter, infant daughter of Ritchie and Kayla Carpenter was welcomed in the arms of Jesus.

In addition to her parents, she leaves her sister and brother, Olivia and Isaiah, her grandmother, Sylvia Carpenter, and her aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Those who welcomed her in heaven were her grandparents, Susie Maybrier, Russell Scarborough, and...

Don Thomas

Don Thomas

Jun 18, 2024

We are sharing the obituary for Don Thomas as a courtesy to the Thomas family who have been long-time residents of the Burnsville Community of Anson County. We offer our condolences to his family and friends.

Don Barry Thomas, age 80, of Surfside Beach, SC passed away peacefully Tuesday June 18, 2024, at Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.

A loving...

Trevon Desmond Gaddy

Trevon Desmond Gaddy

Jun 16, 2024

WADESBORO - On Sunday, June 16, 2024, Mr. Trevon Desmond Gaddy, 26, entered into eternal life in Wadesboro.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, July 3, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Westview Memorial Park.

Public viewing will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at the funeral home.

Timothy Markeith Richardson

Timothy Markeith Richardson

Jun 9, 2024

ROCKINGHAM - On Sunday, June 9, 2024, Mr. Timothy Markeith Richardson, 36, passed away at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center Main in Charlotte.

There will be a memorial service at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, June 25, 2024 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home in Wadesboro.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made toward the expenses at Leavitt Funeral Home...

Vera Clyburn Baucom Lemon

Vera Clyburn Baucom Lemon

Jun 8, 2024

WADESBORO - On Saturday, June 8, 2024, her 62nd birthday, Mrs. Vera Clyburn Baucom Lemon passed away peacefully at Atrium Health Union in Monroe. 

Vera was born June 8, 1962, in Washington, DC and was a daughter of Joe Clyburn and Joann Broadaway. She was lovingly reared and adopted by Elizabeth Baucom.  

She was educated in the public schools in Anson...

Dennis Lee Hunter

Dennis Lee Hunter

Jun 5, 2024

WADESBORO - On Wednesday, June 5, 2024, Miss Dennis Lee Hunter, 67, passed away at her home.

There will be a memorial gathering Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Leavitt Funeral Home.

A private burial will take place later at West Deep Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made to Leavitt...

Elizabeth Dumas Pegues Wright

Elizabeth Dumas Pegues Wright

Jun 5, 2024

LILESVILLE -  Mother Elizabeth Dumas Pegues Wright, daughter of the late Will and Wincey Ingram Dumas, was born March 20, 1933 in Lilesville, NC. She departed this life on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at Atrium Health in Monroe, NC. Mother Elizabeth confessed Christ at an early age and joined Pee Dee Baptist Church in Lilesville, NC. She attended Henry Grove School...

Mary Shepherd Gaddy Trexler

Mary Shepherd Gaddy Trexler

Jun 4, 2024

           WADESBORO – On Tuesday, June 4, 2024, Mrs. Mary Shepherd Gaddy Trexler, 99, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home.

 

            Funeral services will be 12:00 PM, Saturday, June 8, 2024, in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home with Rev. Heather McIntyre and Mr. Ken Caulder officiating. Interment will follow in...

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