It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of retired engineer Willie Wright. Willie was not only a great engineer but an even better man. He dedicated 32 years of service at CFR, leaving a lasting impact on his colleagues and the community. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
The community of Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, is mourning the loss of Dalton Ausley Farmer, a beloved young man whose life was deeply rooted in family, hard work, and a love for the land. Dalton was an integral part of Ausley Farms LLC, working alongside his family to cultivate the land and uphold the values of perseverance, patience, and pride in one’s work. His dedication to both the farm and his community left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Dalton was also a proud student of Business Administration and Management at Fayetteville Technical Community College, where he was building the foundation for his future. His studies reflected his ambition to combine his knowledge of modern business practices with the traditions of the family farm. Professors and classmates alike recall his eagerness to learn, his sharp mind, and his ability to lead with humility and respect.
Beyond his professional and academic pursuits, Dalton was known for his warmth, humor, and ability to make others feel valued. Friends describe him as someone who could light up a room with a smile and whose laughter was both infectious and uplifting. He had a way of putting people at ease, often turning strangers into friends in a matter of minutes.
In Fuquay-Varina, Dalton’s presence was felt far beyond the farm. He was active in his community, showing up for local events, supporting neighbors, and demonstrating the kind of quiet generosity that left lasting impressions. Whether helping a fellow farmer repair a tractor or volunteering for community causes, Dalton lived by the principle that kindness costs nothing but means everything.
His sudden passing leaves a profound emptiness in the lives of his family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know him. At Ausley Farms LLC, his absence will be deeply felt — not only in the work he did but in the spirit he brought to each day. His legacy will live on in the fertile fields he tended, the lessons he shared, and the bonds he forged.
Dalton’s life, though far too short, was filled with purpose, love, and a dedication to both his roots and his dreams. As his loved ones grieve, they take comfort in the knowledge that his memory will remain forever intertwined with the land he cherished and the people whose lives he touched.
Funeral arrangements and memorial details will be shared by the family in the coming days. In the meantime, the community is holding Dalton’s family in their thoughts and prayers, honoring a young man who embodied the very best of Fuquay-Varina — hard work, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to the people and place he called home.
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