Carter Funeral Home

10/05/2026

Fred Matthew Hudson

Fred M. Hudson, 92, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Hospice Haven. Born in 1933 and raised in Rockingham, North Carolina, Fred worked in the textile industry and served his community as a volunteer firefighter with the City of Rockingham Fire Department. For many years, he also continued operating his family’s grocery store, Hudson’s Grocery.

Fred was deacon emeritus of Roberdel Baptist Church. At the time of his passing, he was the oldest living resident of Roberdel and was lovingly known as the “Mayor of Roberdel.” He loved fishing and gardening and will be remembered with love by his family and all who knew him.

Fred was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Edith; his sons, Carl and David; his daughter, Betty; his sisters, Annie, Rosa, Jewel, and Mary; and his brother, James. He is survived by his brother, Jack, and sister, Violet.

He is also survived by his children: Ray and his wife, Terri; Marvin and his wife, Rachel; and Bobby and his husband, Jack. Fred’s son Carl’s partner, Steve Grooms, is also among those who lovingly remember him.

Fred leaves behind five grandchildren: Adam and his wife, Holly; Ryan; Stephanie and her husband, Chris; Sierra and her husband, Shane; and Madeleine and her husband, Reed. He is also survived by six great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 1:45 to 2:45 pm at Roberdel Baptist Church. The funeral service will start at 3:00 pm with Pastor Phil Goble officiating. Interment will follow at Bear Branch Cemetery.

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10/02/2026

Robert Edward Cline

Robert Edward Cline, 67, of Rockingham, passed away on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at Richmond County Hospice Haven.

Robert was born on November 30, 1958 in Darlington, South Carolina to the late Thomas Adrell Cline, Sr. and Hazel Louise Broach Cline. He worked for many years at Burlington as a weaver. He enjoyed fishing and watching Everybody Loves Raymond. Although he was an introvert, he loved to joke around with his grandchildren.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Lundy Cline; brother, Thomas Cline, Jr. and sister, Kathy Cooper.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Jennifer Cline; grandchildren Jullian Cline and Justus Cline; step children: Christine Wheeler (Harry) and Walter Lundy (Mike Parker); step grandchildren: Amanda Wheeler, David Wheeler and April Wheeler; 2 step great grandchildren; siblings: Darlene Webb (Steve), Dale Moss (Billy) and Michael Cline (Kim), and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Tuesday October 6, 2026 from 12:45 to 1:45 pm at Carter Funeral Home. The funeral service will start at 2:00 pm in the Carter Funeral Home Colonial Chapel. Interment will follow at Richmond County Memorial park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Richmond County Hospice Haven.

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09/29/2026

Johnnie Sims Freeman

Johnnie Sims Freeman, 89, of Rockingham, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026 at Richmond County Hospice Haven, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on March 21, 1937 in Richmond County, a daughter of the late Wiley and Daisy Poe Sims. She worked for Sandhurst for 33 years.

Johnnie enjoyed reading, cooking and attending service at Community Church. Most of all she loved her family, spending many evenings playing cards with her sisters or her grandchildren. She was a patient and kind wife, mother and grandma, that will be deeply missed.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by 10 brothers and sisters, her son Steven Greene and great granddaughter Endearia Crowder.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 46 years, Charles Freeman; children: Christine Webb, Bernice Braswell, Drema Jackson (Aaron), Genevia Moore (James) and Chuck Freeman (Karla); grandchildren: Sarah, Daisy, Kayla, Little Sarah, Eric, Hunter, Daphne, Harvey, Douglas, Jesse, Kacidie and Madison; great grandchildren: Kierra, Corey, Isaiah, Amaya, Uzziah, Da-Paris, Nora, Jamileh, Ayyoub, Violet, Savvy, Samaria and Harlow; great great grandchildren: Julian and Asher; and her sister Gay McLean.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 – 7:00 pm on Thursday October 1, 2026 at Carter Funeral Home in Rockingham. Funeral service will be at 1:00 pm on Friday, October 2, 2026 at Community Church. Interment will follow at Ellerbe Cemetery.

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09/28/2026

James Vergil Messer

James Vergil Messer, 79, of Rockingham, passed away peacefully on Sunday September 27, 2026 at Richmond Pines Health of Hamlet, surrounded by his family.

Vergil was born on July 18, 1947, in Jackson County, North Carolina to the late James Henry and Margie Marie Seay Messer.

Vergil worked for BV Hedrick as a heavy equipment operator. He was a longtime member of Bethel Baptist Church. He loved to ride motorcycles and spending time in his woodshop. Vergil was there for anyone in need, always lending a helping hand.

Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Patricia McDonald Messer, who passed away on August 20, 2026 and his brothers Everett Messer and Harold Messer.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sons: Roger Wayne Messer (Tammy) and Jeffrey Scott Messer (Maria); grandchildren: Kyle Messer, Bradley Messer, Cailin Messer, Grace Messer and Mya Messer; and 8 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 from 12:45 pm to 1:45 pm at Bethel Baptist Church. The Funeral service will begin at 2:00 pm with Pastor Steve Eddins officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Cardinal Hospice or Bethel Baptist Church.

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09/25/2026

Congratulations to our Steven Batton on passing his last board examination! We are waiting on NC Board of Funeral Service to receive his test results and issue his Funeral Service License!

09/22/2026

Jimmy "Al" Allison Horne, Jr.

Jimmy Allison “Al” Horne, Jr., 52, of Rockingham, passed away at his home on Monday September 21, 2026.

He was born on July 12, 1974 in Richmond County to Jimmy Allison Horne Sr. and Debra Dawkins Harrell.

Al regularly attend Timbers Crossing FWB, where he enjoyed fellowship with his church family. He had a great sense of humor and loved his family. He loved watching the Dallas Cowboys as a lifelong fan.

Al was preceded in death by his grandparents Steve and Annie Horne, Clifford and Geneva Hatcher, and John and Emma Sellers; his cousin and best friend Tony Fields.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children: Zane Horne and Anthony Seth Horne; his fiancé Sommer Fields; his father Jimmy Horne Sr. and wife Betty, his mother Debra Harrell and husband Pete; sister Bonnie Brigman and husband Christian, and many extended family members.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday September 29, 2026 at 11:00 am at Timbers Crossing FWB Church. The family will greet friends following the service.

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09/21/2026

Linda Millen Clark

Linda Gail Millen Clark, 85, of Hamlet, passed away on Monday September 21, 2026 at her home.

She was born in Richmond County to the late Edgar and Vera Stacy Millen on September 3, 1941.

Linda was a member of Highland Pines FWB Church. She worked for Sara Lee for 32 years before retiring. She enjoyed bowling and spent many years on a team.

Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her brother Marshall Millen and granddaughter Carrie Thorpe Mabe.

Surviving are her children: Glenn Darrell Clark (Catherine), Vicky Schaner (George), Brian Scott Clark (Michelle); grandchildren: Kristin Clardy, Brenton Clark, Ashley Clark, Teri Thorpe, Denise Floyd, George Schaner, V, and Linda Christian; and 16 great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 12:00 pm on Wednesday September 23, 2026 at Richmond County Memorial Park. The family will greet friends following the service.

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09/15/2026

Jami Corder Hinson

Jami Lynn Corder Hinson, 42, of Rockingham, passed away on Monday, September 14, 2026 at her home

She was born in Richmond County on July 23, 1984 to James Wayne and Colleen Jeffers Corder.

She spent many years as a waitress. She enjoyed helping care for people, whether cooking, cleaning or helping with appointments. Jami loved her family; she especially loved her grandchildren who she adored.

She was preceded in death by her sister Amy Truett.

Along with her parents, those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Benny Hinson, Jr.; daughter, Kaitlyn Durham (Keevin), son, Dawson Roberts (Kenzie), grandchildren: Keelyn Durham and Khloe Durham; sister Leigh Ann Locklear (McGarrett); niece, Amber Long (Clint); nephew, Nicholas Locklear (Rebecca); and brother in law, James Truett.

A service celebrate the life of Jami will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 3:00 pm at Carter Funeral Home in Rockingham. The family will receive friends for visitation from 1:45 pm to 2:45 pm prior to the service.

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09/13/2026

Martha Eleanor Bryant

Martha Eleanor Bryant, 84, of Rockingham, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Martha was born on August 5, 1942, in Richmond County to the late Willie Lee Bryant and Pinkie Stogner. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend who leaves behind a beautiful legacy of love and cherished memories.

Martha was a member of Abundant Life Church, where she enjoyed attending services until her health began to decline. She loved singing and rejoicing with her family and always exhibited a deep love for the Lord. Her faith was an important part of who she was, and she carried that love with her throughout her life.

When she was younger, Martha was a business owner. She was a hardworking woman whose strong spirit kept her going until her eyesight eventually prevented her from working.

Martha loved to travel with her family and especially loved the mountains. She moved to the mountains and lived there with the love of her life for a short time before eventually moving back to Richmond County so she could be closer to her family.

She took great pride in cooking and decorating and loved sharing her ideas, talents, and knowledge with her family. Many of the memories her loved ones will cherish most are the moments spent gathered around her, enjoying her cooking, listening to her stories, and simply being together.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie Lee Bryant and Pinkie Stogner; her sisters, Catherine, Carrie, and Rachel; her brothers, Walter and Billy; her grandson, Andrew; her great-grandchildren, Miya and Noah; and her daughters-in-law Gina and Jane.

Survived of the home: granddaughter, Autumn (Cheri); great-grandchildren, Nevaeh, Nehemiah, Maci, and Alli.

She is survived by her children, Cara Bennett (Chad), Ray Milligan, Bryan Milligan, and Andie Butler; grandchildren, Jennifer Sutton (Ryan), Skyler Bennett, Steven Milligan, Christopher (Amber) and Anthony Piotrowski, and Jessica McLaughlin; and great-grandchildren, Taylor (Anissa), Ryan Jr, Aiden, Jathan, Devan, Bella, Daisy, David, Oaklyn, Mattie, Leo, Xavier, and Athena.

She is also survived by her special nieces, Crystal Gainey-Campbell (Howard) and Angelina Taylor, who held a special place in her heart.

Martha also leaves behind her special friend, Lonnie Williams, who had known her since she was 12 years old, as well as many nieces and nephews who will forever remember her for her loving heart, kindness, and the special way she made those around her feel loved.

Martha’s greatest joy was her family. She loved deeply, gave generously, and created memories that will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Though she will be deeply missed, her family finds comfort knowing that she is now home in the arms of Jesus, where she is no longer suffering and is finally at peace.

The family will receive friends from 12:45 – 1:45 pm Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at Carter Funeral Home in Rockingham with the funeral service to follow at 2:00 pm with Pastor Joe Wilkes officiating. Interment will follow in Eastside Cemetery.

Her love, laughter, faith, and memories will live on forever in the hearts of her family and friends.

Memorials may be made to Richmond County Hospice, 1119 US Hwy 1 N, Rockingham, NC 28379.

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09/10/2026

Johnathan David Willoughby

Johnathan David “Johnny” Willoughby, 79, of Hamlet, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2026 at Richmond County Hospice Haven.

Mr. Willoughby was born June 17, 1947 in Richmond County, a son of the late Leonard and Viola Goins Willoughby. Johnny was a member of Harvest Ministries Congregational Holiness Church and had retired from Richmond County Government as Building and Maintenance Supervisor. In his younger years he worked on dirt track racing teams, he enjoyed fast cars, and was an avid fisherman and hunter, In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Monnie Robson Willoughby, brothers, Furman Willoughby, Odell Willoughby, Dewey Willoughby, Jimmy Willoughby and sisters, Juanita Yates and Dotsy Marze.

Surviving are his daughter, Dana Willoughby; grandchildren, Emma Clancy, Tullis Clancy, Hadley Thomas, Aiden Thomas, Ben Thomas, great grandchild, Silas Thomas and sister, Peggy Chapman.

The family will receive friends from 9:45 – 10:45 am Monday, September 14, 2026 at Carter Funeral Home in Rockingham with funeral services to follow at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in Richmond County Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to Richmond County Hospice, 1119 US Hwy 1 N, Rockingham, NC 28379.

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