All Obituaries | O'Quinn-Peebles-Phillips Funeral Home | Lillington NC funeral home and cremation (2024)

Carolyn WelbornLillington


Mrs. Carolyn Salmon Welborn, 87, of Lillington passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Lillington on October 29, 1936, the daughter of the late Floyd C. Salmon and Essie Black Salmon. In addition to her parents, Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd W. Welborn.Upon graduation from Lillington High School in May 1955, Carolyn began her career with a temporary Clerk-Typist, GS-2 appointment at the Ft. Bragg Property Disposal...

Mrs. Carolyn Salmon Welborn, 87, of Lillington passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born in Lillington on October 29, 1936, the daughter of the late...

Bernice WilsonLillington, NC


Bernice Lee Wilson, 69, of Lillington, passed away, Monday, June 17, 2024 at UNC Hospital, Chapel Hill, NC. Bernice was born July 17, 1954 in Harnett County to the late Henry and Beulah Worrell Wilson. He worked as a plumber most of his life and was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Lillington.He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Hollingsworth Wilson; and brother, Glenn Wilson. Bernice is survived by his sisters, Debra Wilson, and Margaret McKinney and husband, Phil; and...

Bernice Lee Wilson, 69, of Lillington, passed away, Monday, June 17, 2024 at UNC Hospital, Chapel Hill, NC. Bernice was born July 17, 1954 in Harnett County to the late Henry and Beulah Worrell...

Sue JohnsonWilmington, formerly of Lillington


Absent in the Body, Present with the Lord.This was Sue Jarrett Johnson’s favorite Bible verse. Sue J Johnson passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024, in Wilmington, N.C. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Joseph W. Johnson (B.J.) of Lillington, North Carolina in 2014. Joseph was a Naval Aviator and retired as a Commander. He married the love of his life, Sue Jarrett Johnson in 1956. Sue met B.J. Johnson at the Carolina/Notre Dame Football game in Raleigh, NC in...

Absent in the Body, Present with the Lord.This was Sue Jarrett Johnson’s favorite Bible verse. Sue J Johnson passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024, in Wilmington, N.C. She was...

Joseph (Jeff) Beck, Jr.Lillington, NC


Joseph (Jeff) Jerome Beck, Jr., 64, of Lillington, passed away, Friday, June 14, 2024 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC, after a long battle with ALS.Joe was born May 19, 1960, in Independence, MO. He was a veteran of the US Army, retiring after 28 years of service. Joe was the former commander of VFW Post# 5631 in Sanford, NC. He was a member of the Buffalo Masonic Lodge #172 in Sanford, NC.Joe is survived by his wife of 43 years, Donna...

Joseph (Jeff) Jerome Beck, Jr., 64, of Lillington, passed away, Friday, June 14, 2024 at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC, after a long battle with ALS.Joe was born May...

Emily Wester


Emily Rose Wester, 81, of Fuquay-Varina, NC, went to her heavenly home on Monday, June 10, 2024 at UNC Rex Healthcare, Raleigh, NC.Emily was born January 28, 1943 in Johnston County to the late Paul and Mamie Whitley. She worked as an administrative assistant with the NC Department of Corrections retiring with over 20 years of service. Emily was a faithful member of Baptist Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry...

Emily Rose Wester, 81, of Fuquay-Varina, NC, went to her heavenly home on Monday, June 10, 2024 at UNC Rex Healthcare, Raleigh, NC.Emily was born January 28, 1943 in Johnston County to the...

Susan "Susie" RabaLillington, NC


Susie Marie Raba was born August 14, 1953 in South Amboy, NJ. Her parents were William Dill and Eleanor Wodzinski-Dill. She has 2 brothers; William "Billy" and Eric Christopher Dill. Susie married Christopher Raba on June 29, 1974 and has 4 children; Jennifer, Jeanine, Christopher Jr., and Judith. Christopher and Susie lived in South Amboy, NJ area until they bought a house in Sayreville, NJ in 1979. Almost 30 years later they moved to North Carolina. Susie was diagnosed with...

Susie Marie Raba was born August 14, 1953 in South Amboy, NJ. Her parents were William Dill and Eleanor Wodzinski-Dill. She has 2 brothers; William "Billy" and Eric Christopher Dill....

Joyce HarrelsonLillington


Joyce Harrelson, 79, of Lillington, NC, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on May 29, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Albert Lee Harrelson.Born and raised in Harnett County, Joyce was a beloved member of her community, known for her genuine warmth and unwavering love for others. Many knew her from her restaurant, BJs Diner in Lillington, where she served equal helpings of warm southern hospitality and home cooking for more...

Joyce Harrelson, 79, of Lillington, NC, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on May 29, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Albert Lee...

Janet StoneWinston-Salem formerly of Lillington


Janet Elizabeth McDonald Stone, 82, of Winston-Salem, formerly of Lillington, NC, passed away, Monday, May 27, 2024 at her home in Winston-Salem.Janet was born January 1, 1942 in Harnett County, NC, to the late John Daniel and Josie Avent McDonald.She was raised in and loved her hometown of Lillington; she graduated from Lillington High School where she fondly remembered playing point guard for the girls basketball team and the close friends she made. She went on to graduate from...

Janet Elizabeth McDonald Stone, 82, of Winston-Salem, formerly of Lillington, NC, passed away, Monday, May 27, 2024 at her home in Winston-Salem.Janet was born January 1, 1942 in Harnett County,...

G. Emery HobbsBunnlevel, NC


Mr. Gerald Emery Hobbs, 74, passed away at his home on Wednesday May 22, 2024. He was born and raised in Bunnlevel, NC; graduated from Lillington High School; and attended Methodist College. He was a lifelong farmer, and self-employed accountant for 45 years. Emery bought his first feeder calves at 12 years old and raised cattle most of his life. He was a dedicated member of Friendship Baptist Church, where he first met his wife, Cathy, and served as a deacon there for over 40 years.Emery...

Mr. Gerald Emery Hobbs, 74, passed away at his home on Wednesday May 22, 2024. He was born and raised in Bunnlevel, NC; graduated from Lillington High School; and attended Methodist College. He...

Alice WomackLillington, NC


Mrs. Alice Faye Womack, 79, of Lillington passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Conrad B. and Elma Beasley Matthews, husband, Jay Womack, son, Joseph Bryant Patterson, grandson, Matthew Bryant Patterson, sister, Patsy Wallace and brother, Sammy Matthews. Alice owned and operated Womack’s Grocery for 35 years. She enjoyed making ceramics and later she enjoyed working with the children at Spring Hill Daycare.Alice is survived by her...

Mrs. Alice Faye Womack, 79, of Lillington passed away Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Conrad B. and Elma Beasley Matthews, husband, Jay Womack, son,...

Page 1 of 200

All Obituaries | O'Quinn-Peebles-Phillips Funeral Home | Lillington NC funeral home and cremation (2024)
Top Articles
Latest Posts
Article information

Author: Maia Crooks Jr

Last Updated:

Views: 5946

Rating: 4.2 / 5 (63 voted)

Reviews: 94% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Maia Crooks Jr

Birthday: 1997-09-21

Address: 93119 Joseph Street, Peggyfurt, NC 11582

Phone: +2983088926881

Job: Principal Design Liaison

Hobby: Web surfing, Skiing, role-playing games, Sketching, Polo, Sewing, Genealogy

Introduction: My name is Maia Crooks Jr, I am a homely, joyous, shiny, successful, hilarious, thoughtful, joyous person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.