Briggs Candor Funeral Home

12/19/2025

Gerald Wayne Hicks

Mr. Gerald Wayne Hicks, age 72, of Steed Street, Candor, NC passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025 First Health Hospice & Palliative Care in West End.

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, December 21st at 2:00 p.m. at Macedonia Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

Mr. Hicks was born on September 26, 1953 in Montgomery County to Betty Lou Williams Hicks and Claude Winfred Hicks.

Gerald is survived by his father, Claude Hicks; his brothers, Danny Hicks and wife Kathy and David Hicks and wife Debra and his sister, Betsy Hicks Allred and husband William all of Candor; niece, Deanne and husband Patrick; and great-niece, Briella.

Briggs Funeral Home is serving the Hicks family.

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12/16/2025

Betty LaFell Parsons

Elizabeth "Betty" Reid LaFell Parsons, 70, of Biscoe, NC, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 15, 2025. Born on January 8, 1955, in Chicago, IL, she was the beloved daughter of the late Eddie LaFell and Violet Ray LaFell.

Betty had an extensive career, serving as a manager in retail sales and restaurants including Wendy's, McDonald's, Subway, and at Quik Chek. Her work ethic and dedication were evident in every position she held, earning her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and customers alike.

Betty was a woman of faith, embracing her Christian beliefs throughout her life. She found joy in a multitude of hobbies, including reading, gardening, and collecting salt and pepper shakers. An animal lover at heart, she especially cherished her dogs, who brought her immeasurable happiness.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Willard Parsons, with whom she shared 40 wonderful years. Betty is also survived by her sons, Alex LaFell and J.C. Freeman, and her sisters, Debbie LaFell and Deanne LaFell. Her legacy continues through her cherished grandchildren: Sam LaFell, Rachel LaFell, Evan Freeman, and Destiny Honeycutt.

Betty is preceded in death by her brothers, Eddie and Jimi LaFell. Her warm spirit, loving nature, and dedication to family and friends will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A celebration of Betty`s life will be held at a later date.

Briggs Candor Funeral Home is serving the Parsons family.

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12/10/2025

Betty Ballard Guffey

Mrs. Betty Sue Ballard Guffey, age 98, formally of Oak Street, Troy, NC passed on December 9, 2025 at Levine and Dickson Hospice House in Huntersville.

A funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 13 at Troy First Baptist Church with Rev. Nick Allen officiating with burial to follow at Southside Cemetery in Troy, NC.

Mrs. Guffey was born in Lincoln County on November 27, 1927, daughter of Harley and Lena Brackett Ballard. She was a member of Troy First Baptist Church since 1966. She and her husband Eugene owned and operated Nationwide Insurance in Troy. She was affectionally known as "Dr. Betty" to her friends and family. She is preceded in death by her husband Eugene Guffey in 2017.

She is survived by her 3 sons, Steven Guffey of West Virginia, Randy Guffey of Efland, NC and Barry Guffey of Knightdale, NC; 4 daughters, Linda Freeman of Charlotte, Patricia Wiggins of Clover, SC, Paula Quate of Wilmington and Judith Harden of Troy; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Briggs-Candor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for the Guffey family.

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12/08/2025

Reba Dawn Freeman

Reba Dawn Freeman, 59, of S.Tomlinson St., Candor died Sunday, December 7, 2025 at her residence. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 PM Wednesday at the home. Burial will be private.

Born in Moore County on August 31, 1966, she was the daughter of Richard and Paula Haywood Freeman, Sr. She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Richard Freeman, Jr. and a sister, Robin Ross. She had worked at Springs Mills.

Reba is survived by her son, Tad Freeman of the home; a grandson, Tyler Freeman; sister, Ronda Jones of Candor; and a brother, Rodney Freeman of Mt. Gilead.

Briggs-Candor Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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11/17/2025

Eduardo Julio Sanchez

Eduardo Julio Sanchez, 86, of Seven Lakes South, NC passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at his residence. Born on July 12, 1939, in Bogota, Colombia he was the son of Julio Sanchez and Beatriz Sanchez de Sanchez.

Arrangements for a service to celebrate Eduardo's life will be 11:00 AM December 4, 2025 at Our Lady of the Americas Catholic Church.

Mr. Sanchez received his Bachelor of Business Administration and had worked as an Accountant. He had been very active in his church, Our Lady of the Americas Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Teresa Sanchez de Franco.

Among those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Sharon Sanchez; sons, Jorge Sanchez (Debbie) and Eddie Sanchez; daughters, Marcella Neimes (Matt), Patty Sanchez, Maria Portelli (Jeff), and Loni Burke (Sean); sister, Ligia Sanchez de Rojas (Ricardo); 15 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.

Briggs Candor Funeral Home is serving the Sanchez family.

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09/13/2025

Kathy Campbell Chappell

Kathy Campbell Chappell, 75, of Candor, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Friday, September 12, 2025 at Peak Resources in Carthage. Memorial Services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Candor United Methodist Church, with Rev. Thomas Simpson.

Born in Montgomery County on December 22, 1949, she was the daughter of Lonnie Alexander and Emmer Lee Wilkes Campbell. She was a member of Candor UMC and was a secretary for Blake Real Estate for over 40 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Michael Chappell in 1983 and a brother, Alexander Ray Campbell in 1968.

She is survived by her daughter, Megan Elizabeth Chappell of Durham; 2 sisters, Linda Campbell Duncan (John) of Orange Park, FL, and Cynthia Campbell Boyd (Danny) of Candor; brother, Lonnie Wayne Campbell of Candor; nieces and nephews, Michelle Fletcher, Ericka Silva, Angela Taylor, Bo Ashley Duncan, Casey Elizabeth Duncan, Jacob Anthony Boyd, and Hannah Abril Boyd.

The family will receive friends at the home of Cynthia and Danny Boyd.

Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to Candor United Methodist Church, PO Box 456, Candor NC 27229.

Briggs-Candor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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09/13/2025

Barbara Ann White

Barbara Ann White, 46, of Yarborough Rd., Candor, died Friday, September 12, 2025 at Hospice Haven of Richmond County. Memorial Services will be announced at a later date.

Born July 1, 1979, in Manatee County, FL, she was the daughter of William White and Sheila Ross Gilbert. She was preceded in death by her father, and her brother, William L. White, Jr.

Barbara is survived by her companion, Michael C. Futch of the home; 7 sons, Richard Kelly III and Zachary Kelly, both of Florida, Joel Futch and Jacob Wilson, both of Candor, Michael K. Futch and Jonathan Futch, both of Wilkesboro NC, and Nathan Futch of Virginia; 3 Daughters, Destiny Futch and Kaylynn Martin, both of Candor and Aleah Futch of Hamptonville NC; her mother, Sheila Ross Gilbert of the home; 27 Grandchildren.

Briggs-Candor Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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08/23/2025

Mable Ann Steele Luther, aged 87, of Eagle Springs, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Born on September 10, 1937, in Richmond County, she was the cherished daughter of James Lloyd Steele and Ida Greene Steele Barbour. Mable had attended Eagle Springs Baptist Churc...

08/15/2025

Rodger Darrell Lamonds, 67, of Candor, died Thursday, August 14, 2025 at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst. The family will receive friends at the residence from 2 to 5 PM on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Born in Montgomery County on July 13, 1958, he was the son of David

08/12/2025

Zora Ann Glover Jenkins, 83, of Myrtle Rd., Jackson Springs, died Saturday, August 9, 2025 at her residence. Funeral Service will be 200 PM Friday, August 15, 2025, with Rev. David Reynolds and Rev. J.T. Harper officiating. Burial will follow in the Jackson Springs Cemetery. Born in New Hanover Coun...

08/06/2025

Betty Jean Elam Harris, 90, of Spicewood Rd., Eagle Springs, died Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at her residence. Funeral Service will be 11AM Friday, August 8, 2025 at Candor United Methodist Church, with Rev. Thomas Simpson officiating. A Private Burial will follow in the Candor Cemetery. Born in Montgo...

08/01/2025

Billet Lamonds Reynolds 92 of Candor, NC, went to be with lord on July 31, 2025. She passed away peacefully at Quail Haven Village in Pinehurst, NC surrounded by her loved ones. Billet was a beloved wife, mother, granny, great-granny, and friend. Anyone who knew Billet knew that her family