OBITUARIES
Wade Hawkins
Aug 12, 2011
Hawkins, Wade, 63, of the Caldwell Community and of Oxford, died on August 12, 2011. Wade was proceeded in death by his father, Bo, a brother, Frank, and his sister, Mary Tom. Wade is survived by his mother Frances and a brother Phillip (Cheryl). Wade was a dairy farmer and a skilled carpenter by trade. He medically retired and...
Ed Rocap
Aug 11, 2011
CEDAR GROVE - The long and fruitful life of Ed Rocap came to a quiet end on August 11, 2011 in Hillsborough, N.C., at Carillon Assisted Living, where Ed had been receiving special care since May 2010. Family and friends remember Ed for his sharp mind, his impassioned Bible teaching, his boundless generosity and his enthusiasm for life. He...
Edward Cheek
Aug 2, 2011
Edward was the son of Luther and Hulda Cheek of Durham and Ruth, the daughter of William and Lucy Ellis of Wilkesboro. Edward is survived by one brother, Jack Cheek, and wife Carrie Lee of Durham, and had an older brother, Glen R. Cheek (wife Virginia) of Merritt Island, FL. The couple were active members of Kena Temple Shrine...
Bennie Freeland
Aug 1, 2011
PITTSBORO - Bennie Craig Freeland died peacefully at home on August 1, 2011 at the age of 73. He was a veteran of the Marine Corps and retired a Merchant Seaman. Bennie enjoyed his business selling firewood, landscape and mulch. He is survived by his twin brother, Jimmy Freeland; close friend and cousin, Donnie Ward; as well as several...
