LaFayette Funeral Home

04/21/2026

Michelle Margaret Barbato

She was a woman of gentle grace, with a warm smile and a kind, loving face. Down to earth in all she’d do, with a heart so pure, so strong, so true. Purple was her favorite hue, a color that somehow always suited you— soft yet strong, both calm and bright, just like her love, just like her light. She found her joy in simple things, in family time and the love it brings. Her children and grandkids were her...

04/20/2026

Matthew "Matt" Lee Thompkins

Matthew “Matt” Lee Thompkins, 90, of Lumberton passed away into the arms of Jesus, Saturday April 18, 2026 in Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. Matt was born in Robeson County on August 27, 1935, son to the late Alvie Odell Thompkins Sr. and Mammie Caroline Ransom Thompkins. Matt, an accomplished Piano Player, Song Writer, Arranger and Producer of many Southern Gospel songs and records started playing the Piano at a very early age. He would go on to help start...

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04/14/2026

Marsha Christine Buras

Marsha Christine Buras, 46, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away on April 10, 2026. She was born on December 8, 1979, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, where she was also raised. Marsha was a vibrant and deeply creative soul who found joy in expressing herself through many artistic outlets. She had a special talent for doing nails, where her creativity truly shined, bringing beauty and confidence to those around her. In addition to her passion for nail artistry, she loved music,...

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04/08/2026

Lainey Ann Meaut

Lainey Ann Meaut was born and passed on April 4, 2026, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Though her time here was brief, Lainey’s life was deeply meaningful and filled with love from the very beginning. She will forever be cherished in the hearts of her family, who awaited her with so much hope, love, and anticipation. Lainey is survived by her loving mother, Cheyanne Groves, and father, Joseph Meaut Jr.; her precious sister, Aubrynn Jo...

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04/08/2026

Linda Fay Davis

With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Linda Fay Davis, 75, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, who entered into eternal rest on April 7, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy of deep faith, unwavering love, and a family bond that will continue to carry her spirit forward for generations. Born on December 6, 1950, in Sanford, Florida, Linda was the cherished daughter of the late Thomas Nathaniel Stafford and Bertie Katherine Stafford. She lived her life...

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04/07/2026

William "Parker" Robison

With heavy hearts, we share that William “Parker” Robison passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2026. He was born on February 4, 2009 in Columbus, GA, spent most of his childhood in Hope Mills, NC, and was a junior and proud member of the Marching Bobcats at Battlefield High School in Haymarket, VA. Parker was a thoughtful son, sibling, and friend who showed his love through quirky gifts and selfless acts; whether it was a silly goose exchange, a handmade...

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04/04/2026

Bishop Bennie Clifton McLean

Bishop Bennie Clifton McLean was born January 10th 1941 to the beautiful union of the late Bennie and Connie McLean, in Cumberland County, North Carolina. Upon departing this life, the morning of March 29, 2026, with his servants heart, jovial, kind, light-hearted nature, and witty sense of humor, Bishop leaves us with a treasury of fond memories. At the age of 85, Bishop McLean has lived a long life of service; both naturally and spiritually. Bishop was a decorated United...

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04/04/2026

Carol Sue Cox

Obituary will be posted by LaFayette Funeral Home.

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04/01/2026

Robert William Taffe

Robert William Taffe, 86 of Fayetteville, North Carolina, peacefully passed away on November 24, 2025. He was born on May 2, 1939, in Philadelphia, PA. Dad served his Country for 37 years. For 27 of those years, he served in the US Military: 3 of those years he was a U.S. Marine and then enlisted in the US Army after serving 1 year as a Corrections Officer at Holmsberg Prison. During his time in the service Robert taught the skills...

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03/26/2026

Sharon Gail Jackson Lee

Sharon Gail (Jackson) Lee, 55, of Hope Mills passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026 in her home. Sharon was born in Cumberland County, NC on April 18, 1970, daughter to the late Eldridge Jackson and Linda Douglas Jackson. Sharon was the life of the party and loved her Country Music. She was a very kind hearted, caring and loving person and a mother hen to everyone. Sharon loved her family and friends dearly and was the best Nano to her...

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03/24/2026

Raymond "Teddy" Jones

Mr. Raymond Pittman Jones “Teddy”, 91, of Maxton, NC went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 28, 1934 to the late Mr. Guilford Jones and Mrs. Janie Jones in Robeson County, NC. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings; Jack Jones, James C. Jones, Watis Jones, Celia Mae Jones, Flora Mae Jones, Frank Jones, Marlin Jones, Every...

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03/20/2026

Wyona Joyce Secrest

Wyona Joyce Sapp Secrest Passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at the age of 86, in her home in Fayetteville, NC, with her husband Benjamin Secrest by her side. Preceded by Mother, Lucille Brown Sapp; Father, James Granderson Sapp; and Son, Gregory Coleman Milby Survived by her husband of 53 years, Benjamin Secrest of Fayetteville, Son Brad Secrest and his husband Mathew Caylor of Hope Mills, Daughter Heidi Plank and her husband Stanley Plank III of Raeford, Sisters Ruby...

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