All Obituaries

An obituary is not available at this time for June Pearl (Johansen) Carpenter. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.   Dunn Funeral Home of Erwin is honored to serve the family of June Carpenter. 

Joseph “Mark” Bryan passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends at his home May 22, 2026.  Mark was a lifelong resident of the Newton Grove community and one of the founding members of the Newton Grove rescue squad which he volunteered with for over 23 years.  He grew up at the “home place” working with his parents on the family farm.  After college, Mark married his high school sweetheart, DeLena Williams Bryan and began a farm of his ...

Rebecca Skipper Norris, age 80, of Dunn passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at Betsy Johnson Hospital. She was born on September 23, 1945 in Harnett County, NC. A complete obituary is not available at this time. No Services are planned. Dunn Funeral Home of Erwin is honored to serve the Rebecca Skipper Norris family.

Clarence Turnage, age 89, of Raleigh but formerly of Erwin, passed away after an illness on April 27, 2026.   He was born in Harnett County, NC on April 20th, 1937 to the late Clarence Turnage, Sr. and Mable Grice Turnage. Clarence is survived by his wife, Elfrieda Turnage, of the home. He served in the US Navy in younger years and then worked in the mailroom at Merrill Lynch Finance Company. Clarence faithfully attended the Erwin Methodist church for many, many years.  He ...

Robert Gerald Williams, age 47, of Erwin passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Saturday, April 25th, 2026. He was born on September 27, 1978 in Harnett County, NC to parents Carrie Bradshaw Williams and the late Owen Gerald Williams. As a profession, Robert worked on large heating system boilers.  As a hobby, he enjoyed working on cars, lawnmowers, and do small engine repair.  He was an avid eater and enjoyed most all foods but his favorites included homemade soup, ...

Edward Earl (Tink) Sutton Obituary Tink Sutton , 89,  of Newton Grove , passed peacefully at his home  on Friday morning,  April 24, 2026, surrounded by his family.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Rodney and Ophelia Strickland Sutton; his son, Linwood Earl Sutton; brothers Horace Sutton, Rodney Sutton, Jr. and Elbert Sutton.  Tink is survived by his wife of 64 years,  Edna Earl Sutton; daughter, LaBreeska Darden, husband Jonathan Darden, ...

A Life in Full Bloom: Celebrating John Milton Lee August 20, 1956 – April 23, 2026 John Milton Lee didn’t just walk through the gates of Heaven on April 23; he likely did it with a laid-back stride, a legendary smile, and that one-of-a-kind accent that told you exactly who he was and where he came from. He was a man who lived with intention, finding beauty in the thing’s others might overlook. His journey took him through Four Oaks Elementary and South Johnston High, ...

Jennifer Lynn Giddens, 57 years old, passed away unexpectedly in Newton Grove, NC.  She is proceeded in death by her father, Henry Edward Giddens, her mother, Mallie Mae Giddens, and her brother, Robert Michael Giddens.  Jennifer brought a bright light to everyone around her. You could always expect a smile and excitement when she saw you or a text to let you know how things were going on her end.  She was a wonderful mother to her only child, Megan Lynn Giddens ...

Randy Lee Godwin, age 64, of Coats, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026. He was born on March 5, 1962 in Harnett County to his parents, the late Clifford “C.J.” Godwin and Joyce Stone. In an addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his aunt; Louise Williams.He is survived by his brother; Michael “Mike” Godwin (Patricia) of Coats. Nieces; Amanda Keefer (Russ), and Kayla Creech (Jason). Great nieces; Savannah Keefer, Elizabeth Keefer, Adalade Creech, and Amelia Creech; ...

Barbara Ann Taylor, age 79, of Erwin passed away at home on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026 after a long illness. She was born on January 9, 1947 in Harnett County, NC to her late parents, Malcolm Lewis Taylor and Gertrude Holmes Taylor. In addition to her parents, Barbara is preceded in death by her brother, Marion "Mackey" Taylor, and sister, Carol Smith. She is survived by her step daughter, Kelly Carter; Grandchildren: Taylor Strickland and Paige Carter;  Great ...