They Left Us Too Soon...

Mr. Willie Ray Davis, was the son of the late Cleta Hines born March 18, 1952, in Harnett County, NC. Mr. Davis passed away quietly at his home in Selma, NC on Friday April 19, 2024, following a brief illness. Willie graduated from Smithfield-Selma Sr. High School with the "Class of 1972". Following high school, he attended Johnston Technical College and began his work career with Jesse Jones later to be named Goodmark Foods for 21 years and retired. He loved basketball and football. Mr. Davis is survived by two sisters: Mamie Stewart, Dorothy D. Boylan, a number of nephews, nieces, cousins and other friends. Viewing: Tuesday April 30, 2024 at Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremation Services 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd., Smithfield, NC 27577 from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Funeral Service: Wednesday May 1, 2024 at Wesley Chapel AME Church 867 Cleveland Rd., Smithfield, NC 27577 starting at 12:00 noon. Click on the Add Comments Line Below to leave a message for the family of Mr. Willie Ray Davis. Guest Book

Mr. Wilbert Aaron "Skip" Lassiter Jr. passed away quietly on Friday April 12, 2024, at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, NC. Skip was the son of Wilbert and Vernelle Lassiter born June 13, 1943, in Raleigh, NC. He attended Wake County Public Schools. Following his education in Wake County he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served honorably. After his military service he worked for Wimberley Electric Company. Skip leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 31 years Christina Lassiter, Four children: Hope Marie Lassiter, Juan Valdez Lassiter, Tiffini Vernelle Poole, Wilbert Aaron Lassiter III, one sister: Nurry Ann Johnson and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Walk Thru Viewing: Sunday April 21, 2024, at Walter Sanders Funeral & Cremations Chapel 302 S Bright Leaf Blvd Smithfield, NC 27577 from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm Funeral Service: Monday April 22, 2024, at Shiloh Christian Church 211 Durham St Smithfield, NC 27577 viewing 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm, with the funeral starting at 2:00 pm. Facial coverings are required. Click on The Add Comments Line Below to leave messages for the Lassiter Family. Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: Mr. Lassiter Your Name: Margaret Irvin Email: margaret.irvin@va.gov Message: It was such a privilege to know Mr. Lassiter. My day was better every time I got to talk with him (and sneak him lollipops). He is already so missed. Thinking of you both and wishing you peace. May his memory be a blessing. Love, Little Bit. Date: 04/24/2024 Family or Deceased Name: Lassiter Your Name: Ruben Gutierrez Email: rubengutierrez777@outlook.com Message: Sorry, for your loss Juan, Our Condolences Ruben and Catherine R. Gutierrez Date: 4/22/2024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert Lassiter Your Name: Diana Ortiz Email: diana.ortiz12@va.gov Message: Mrs. Lassiter - My condolences to you in the loss of your beloved husband. It was a blessing to know both of you! Might I add my high regards and admiration to witness the beautiful marriage you both shared together! We at Brier Creek will continue to hear the cheerful salutation of Mr. Lassiter each time he left his friends at the clinic, "Good bye everybody!" Date: April 22, 2024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert Skip Lassiter Your Name: Karen Cannady Email: kcannady@live.com Message: R. I. P., Sending prayers to the Family. I am sorry for your loss. Date: 04222024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert A. "Skip" Lassiter Your Name: Joseph H. Holt, Jr. Email: raleighpioneer@yahoo.com Message: Very deeply saddened to learn of the loss of a very good friend, all the way back to when we were boys about 8 0r 9 years old. "Skip," though we seldom saw each other in recent years, when we did you were always the same honest and dear friend. You no longer have to struggle now and contend with life's adversities. I know you have been welcomed into the Holy Kingdom where you will forever be comforted. Rest, my Friend, in the Peace you have earned and deserve. Joe Date: 04/21/2024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert Lassiter Your Name: Paul and Shirley Ingram Email: ncingram6@aol.com Message: We will always have the fondest kind memories of Skip and the glorious times we shared at FMBC. Skip had a way of making you see the good in things and making you laugh and smile. He used his skills to get work done at church. May the Lord's Blessings be with you all at this time whatever the need. God Bless Deacon Paul & Deaconess Shirley Ingram Date: 4/20/2024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert 'Skip' Lassiter Your Name: Jerry Cotten Email: jerrycotten50@hotmail.com Message: To the Lassiter Family, sorry for the loss of a great man. I enjoyed fishing and hunting with 'Skip'. We had some great times together. RIP 'Gun Smoke' Date: 04/19/2024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert "Skip" Lassiter Your Name: Carl & Pauline Sanders Email: sanderspm@nc.rr.com Message: Condolences to Christina and the entire family. Praying that God will continue to sustain each of you during this difficult time. Family or Deceased Name: Wilbur Lassiter Your Name: Jacques & Glenda Cotten Email: gfcotten7@gmail.com Message: Our deepest condolences to the Lassiter family. May you find comfort in our Lord Jesus Christ. Thank you for your Military Service. Date: 4-19-2024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert "Skip" Lassiter Your Name: Brenda Boudreaux Francis, SFdS Class of 1961 Email: ananas7444@aol.com Message: "To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die." ~Thomas Campbell Date: 4/19/2024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert a Lassiter Your Name: Delinda Harris Cole Email: delindacole71@gmail.com Message: Condolences to the entire community of family and friends. Let peaceful loving memories of your beloved sustain you forever. Date: 4-2024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert Skip Lassiter Your Name: Joanne A. Peebles Wilson MD Email: japeeblesw@gmail.com Message: May Skip rest in peace. My condolences to his family. Joanne A. Peebles Wilson MD, Daughter of John and Conorah Peebles Date: April 17, 2024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert Lassiter Your Name: Charles Pulley Email: Dustydogg40@yahoo.com Message: My Condolences and prayers to the family. Date: 04172024 Family or Deceased Name: Wilbert Lassiter Your name: Mr. & Mrs. Jones Email: janie.jone15@va.gov Message: to Mrs. Lassiter and the entire family, I'm so sorry for such a great man passing. The Jones family will be praying for your strength in these difficult times. Much love from Anthony & Janie Jones. Date: 4/17/2024

Lois Davis was born March 16, 1948 to Prince and Annie Mae Davis in Bennettsville, South Carolina. She departed this life Thursday April 11, 2024 in Smithfield, North Carolina. Lois attended Eastside High School in Marlboro County. In 1964 at the age of 16 Lois move to Brooklyn, New York. She lived in New York approximately 8 years, working at Banner MS for 3 of those 8 years. Lois moved to North Carolina in 1972. She was employed at Flanders Manufacturing in Smithfield, North Carolina. In her later years she was employed at Cutler Laboratories in Clayton, North Carolina. Lois obeyed the gospel in March 1982 at Selma church of Christ. She enjoyed visiting the sick and fellowship telephonically. She enjoyed walking on the treadmill, shopping, and cooking. Her favorite scripture was Philippians 4:13. Lois was united in marriage to (the love of her life) Maso Sapp May 27, 1995. She resided with him in Smithfield North Carolina until her death. Lois will be cherished by those she leaves behind, her husband Maso Sapp of the home, two grandchildren Lawrence D. Wright and Latoria Wright, six stepchildren, three sisters, Daisy Mae Fellows of Four Oaks, North Carolina, Patricia Ann Baker of Garner, North Carolina, Prince Anne Wright of Raleigh, North Carolina (Leroy), and a host of nieces and nephews. Viewing: Sunday April 14, 2024, at the Walter Sanders Funeral Home Chapel from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Funeral Services: Monday April 15, 2024, at Shiloh Christian Church 211 Durham St Smithfield, NC 27577 at 1:00 pm. viewing from 12:00 noon until 1:00 pm. Face coverings are required . Services will stream on our Facebook page starting at 12:55 pm. Click on The Add Comments Line Below to leave a message on the Guest Book for the family. Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: Mrs. Lois Sapp Your Name: Karen Pearce Email: kpak8633@gmail.com Message: I will truly miss my sister in Christ. She was a great friend. We had just recently had one of our long conversations that we both enjoyed. I will truly miss her❤️ Date: 04252024 Family or Deceased Name: Mrs. Tameka and Family Your Name: Julia Barnes Email: Juliab.jb95@gmail.com Message: Condolences 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 From: Your Bus Drivers Family (Wilson County).💐 Date: 4/15/2024 Family or Deceased Name: Lois Davis Sapp Your Name: Sonya Arthur Email: churen711@gmail.com Message: I met Lois 10 years ago because we share a beautiful Grandbaby, Gabriyal Lynette Wright (GABY). Lois is Gaby’s great Grandma. I am Gaby’s Grandma. Lois was a very dear sweet woman and she absolutely loved adored Gaby. I think we both equally loved to kiss Gaby’s sweet beautiful and soft cheeks. Though we/they did not see each other often, there was never any doubt Lois loved Gaby. She constantly hugged and kissed Gaby telling her that she loved her and “You call Grandma if you need me.” I loved Lois. She was a wonderful person who gave her all and did her very best for her grandchildren. She will forever be missed. Date: 04142024 Family or Deceased Name: Lois Sapp Your Name: Drs. Katie & Joseph Palmer Email: Chapelhillsvc@gmail.com Message: We offer our condolences to the family. We are praying that God’s grace, comfort and peace be with you now and on the coming days. Blessings Date: 4132024

Mr. James Edward McClamb was born on October 9, 1945, in Smithfield, NC and departed this life on April 9, 202 4. James had loving and fun nicknames given to him by his family and friends. He was called: “J Mack”, “High Pants”, and “Stretch”. He was the son of the late James Arthur (Bud) McClamb and the late Nellie McCoy McClamb. He began his education at the former Short Journey School and graduated from Johnson County Training School in Smithfield, NC. He was called to serve his country during the Vietnam War on April 8, 1966. He received the “Bronze Service Star” for his outstanding service and was honorably discharged on April 7, 1972. J Mack's civilian career spanned over 30 years at Burlington Mills Industries where he was a supervisor. James was committed to his community and started the Creek City Cobra Motorcycle Club of Four Oaks, NC in 1979 where he served as President of the organization. He was preceded in death by his parents James Arthur McClamb and Nelie McClamb and his siblings: Portia, Wilbert, Evelyn, Betty Jean, Thelma, Mary and Lois Ann. James leaves to cherish his memory, his son Maurice McClamb of Statesville, NC and his daughter Treva McClamb (caretaker) of Smithfield, NC. His grandchildren: Ashley, Tavian, Maurissa, Trenise, Alexus, Trinity, TaNiya. His great-grandchildren Layla, Elias, Elijah, Kaylee, Jaleia and a special nephew Wilbert McClamb whom he considered a brother. Viewing: Saturday at Walter Sanders Funeral Home Chapel 302 S. Bright Leaf Blvd Smithfield, NC from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Funeral Service: Sunday at Bentonville Church of Christ Church 8566 Devil's Racetrack Rd., Four Oaks, NC 27524 starting at 2:00 pm. Viewing from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm. Services will stream live on our Facebook page starting at 1:55 pm. Click on the Add Comments Line below to sign the Guest Book. Guest Book Family or Deceased Name: James McClamb Your Name: class of '65 Email: hsdrayton123@gmail.com Message: The Class of ’65 is sending sincere sympathy to James’s family. James will be greatly missed by his class mates. The quote below from Jack Floss’s poem greatly reminds us of James. “Let me live in a house by the side of the road And be a friend to man.”