Lila Hope Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Lila Hope (Clinton, North Carolina), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 17, 2025 at the age of 81. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lila Hope to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Luther Marvin Raynor and Ala Elizabeth Johnson Raynor; her husband James Leonard Hope; her daughter Shelia H. Coombs; her great grandchild Brantley Ray Hope; and her siblings, Luther Gray Raynor, Marshall Raynor, Steve Raynor and Beck Ezzell.

She is survived by: her sons, Michael Hope (Stephanie) and Bobby Hope (CC); her grandchildren, Dwayne Hope (Erica), Beth Johnson (Jason), Cody Coombs, Jamie, Dylan Hope (Megan), Ethan Hope (MacKenzie), Michaela Coombs, Jon-Austin, Alyson Royal (Taylor), Katelyn O'Neal and Skyler; her sisters, Nancy Boone (Melvin) and Elizabeth Turner; her brother-in-law Travis Ezzell; Alan O'Neal.