Shelly Jo Head, of Forest City gained her heavenly wings on Monday morning, Feb. 22, 2021. She was born on July 4, 1978 and was a loving mother and daughter. She was loved by all who knew her and never met a stranger. Shelly was known for her artistic skills...

Sergeant First Class, Robert “Bob” “Sarge” Smith Jr., U.S. Army, Ret., 90, of Havelock/Cherry Point, passed away Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 at Pruitt Health-Sea Level.

Johnny Russell Davis, 80, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021.

Sandra Mary Davis (Cabe), 77, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021.

Reef Gareth Cochran, 19, of Franklin, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021.

Floyd Evard Panther Sr., 74, of the Big Cove Community, passed away at his residence on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2021 after an extended illness.

Samuel Allen Smith, 79, of the Washingtons Creek community, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospital from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident alluding to serious health complications.

Clarence Lee Murphy, 58, of Cherokee, passed away at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospital on Monday, Feb. 15, 2021 following a brief illness.