In Loving Memory of Joann Nicole Chavis (1979–2025) and Ted Matthew Chavis (1972–2025)

Hoke County Mourns the Heartbreaking Loss of Joann and Ted Chavis
In Loving Memory of Joann Nicole Chavis (1979–2025) and Ted Matthew Chavis (1972–2025)

HOKE COUNTY, NC — The Hoke County community is reeling from a devastating tragedy that claimed the lives of 46-year-old Joann Nicole Chavis and 53-year-old Ted Matthew Chavis, a beloved couple from Red Springs, North Carolina. The two were tragically killed in a double homicide that occurred on Monday evening, October 27, 2025, at their home on 1696 Cope Road in Raeford. Their sudden and violent deaths have left family, friends, and neighbors heartbroken, struggling to come to terms with the loss of two cherished souls whose love and kindness left a lasting mark on everyone who knew them.

According to authorities, deputies with the Hoke County Sheriff’s Office responded to the residence after receiving a distress call Monday evening. Upon arrival, they discovered both Joann and Ted deceased from apparent gunshot wounds. Investigators immediately launched an active homicide investigation, working tirelessly to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident and identify those responsible.

For the community, the loss of Joann and Ted Chavis has been nothing short of devastating. Known for their generosity, humility, and deep devotion to family, the couple were a cornerstone of their neighborhood and a shining example of love and partnership. Their home on Cope Road was a place of laughter, togetherness, and warmth — a safe haven where friends and family were always welcome.

Joann Chavis was remembered as a caring mother, loving wife, and loyal friend who gave endlessly of herself to others. She had a gentle heart, an easy smile, and a nurturing spirit that touched the lives of all who crossed her path. Those who knew her describe her as a woman of faith and compassion — someone who always put the needs of others before her own and found joy in uplifting those around her.

Ted Chavis was known for his kind-hearted nature, strong work ethic, and unwavering devotion to his family. A man of integrity and quiet strength, he was loved and respected by everyone who knew him. Friends recall Ted as someone who would drop everything to help a neighbor in need, never asking for anything in return. Together, Joann and Ted were a perfect example of love and partnership — two people who faced life’s challenges hand in hand and shared their blessings generously with others.

Their passing has sent shockwaves through the Hoke County and Red Springs communities, where both were deeply involved in supporting local events, church gatherings, and neighborhood initiatives. As news of their deaths spread, an outpouring of grief and remembrance flooded social media, with family and friends sharing photos, stories, and heartfelt tributes that captured the beautiful legacy the couple leaves behind.

One friend wrote, “Joann and Ted were the kind of people who made you feel like family. Their love for each other was something we all admired — it’s hard to imagine this world without their light.”

As the investigation continues, law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward. Meanwhile, the community has begun organizing candlelight vigils and memorial gatherings to honor Joann and Ted’s memory, offering comfort to one another in this time of unimaginable sorrow.

While their lives were tragically cut short, the love and kindness they shared will never fade. The memory of Joann and Ted Chavis will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew them — a lasting reminder of the power of love, the importance of family, and the beauty of two lives intertwined in faith and devotion.

In Loving Memory of Joann Nicole Chavis (1979–2025) and Ted Matthew Chavis (1972–2025)
Gone too soon, but never forgotten. May their souls rest in eternal peace, and may their family and community find strength in the love they shared and the light they leave behind.