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Funeral Associates

Funeral Associates

Our dedicated staff members are here to provide support, compassion, and information to help you through your journey of grief and the celebration of your loved one’s life.

 

April Locklear
Funeral Associate and Administrative Services


April Locklear was born and raised in Maxton, NC. She graduated from South Robeson High School in Rowland, class of 1997.  She later obtained her Associate's Degree in Applied Science & Funeral Service Education from Fayetteville Technical Community College.

April is the mother of three girls, Terra, Caleigh, Caerah, and twin boys, Jacob and Jeremiah.  She attends church at Mt. Hebron Church in Maxton.  April has been in the funeral profession since 2009.





Addison Jones
Funeral Associate


Addison is the daughter of Funeral Service Licensee and owner, Hedrick Jones. She has worked at Boles since the age of sixteen. Addison graduated from Red Springs High School, top of her class in 2017. She then graduated from Fayetteville Technical Community College and earned her Associate's Degree in Funeral Service Education. She is currently studying to take the state board exams this year.





Jeff Goodman
Funeral Associate


Jeff is a native of Hoke County and has served in the funeral profession for many years. He is a certified crematory operator and has been with Boles since 2017. 





Reverend Austin Ryan Smith
Funeral Associate

Austin is a native of Pembroke, NC. He is the only son of Reverend Stelford and Jessica Smith, Jr. He is the grandson of the late Reverend Stelford and Savannah “Molly” Smith, Sr. He has worked with Boles for over four years. Austin is a talented musician and an Evangelist. He is a full-time student at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. Austin enjoys ministering and helping people in their times of need. He is the Chaplain at the Town of Pembroke Fire Department and the Pembroke Rescue Squad. Austin loves what he does and wants to do all he can to bring joy to his coworkers and community.





Evangelist, Howard Strickland
Funeral Associate

Howard is a longtime and valued member of the Boles team, having faithfully served our funeral home for many years. Known for his strong work ethic and dependable nature, Howard takes great pride in helping ensure that our company vehicles are clean, fueled, and ready to serve families whenever they are needed.

Outside of the funeral home, Howard enjoys riding his Honda VTX touring bike, playing the piano, and staying active. He is also the proud father of five children in the Red Springs area





Katherine Locklear
Funeral Associate

Katherine B. Locklear, a native of St. Paul's, she is the wife of Ronald Locklear. She retired after 33 years with the Public Schools of Robeson County as a clerk.  In November 2019, she accepted a position with Boles Funeral Home as coordinator of our Aftercare Program. She has been a blessing not only to the Funeral Home but to the community. Katherine and Ronald are members of Green Springs Baptist Church in Parkton, N.C.

 Helping people in their time of need is Katherine’s passion. When asked, "why she coordinates aftercare", she said, “This Program is dear to my heart, and I have been truly blessed to be part of this wonderful program.”





Preacher Mitchell Cummings
Funeral Associate

Preacher Mitch has been preaching for over thirty-three years at two different local Churches. He has been married to his wife, Betty, for forty-seven years. He has two children, son Mitchell, and daughter Tiffany. Mitch has two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. In his spare time, he enjoys fishing and hunting.



 
 

Boles Funeral Home - Red Springs 
Phone: (910) 843-4128
102 South Vance Street, Red Springs, NC 28377

Boles-Biggs Funeral Home
Phone: (910) 738-2211
801 North Chestnut Street, Lumberton, NC 28359

Boles Funeral Home - Rowland
Phone: (910) 422-3631
312 West Main Street, Rowland, NC 28383

Saint Pauls Funeral Home
Phone: (910) 865-3400
565 West McLean Street, Saint Pauls, NC 28384

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