Obituaries
Janice Hatcher Cavenaugh
Aug 5, 2026
Janice Hatcher Cavenaugh, age 64, left this earthly life for her eternal rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
She was born on November 2, 1962, in New Hanover County; the daughter of the late Walter and Louise Bradshaw Hatcher. Janice was also preceded in death by her brothers Tony Ray Hatcher and Glenn Hatcher.
Janice...
Linda Carol Kraulik
Aug 4, 2026
Linda Carol Kraulik, 70, of Magnolia, NC passed from this earthly life to her eternal rest on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at ECU Health in Greenville after a lengthy illness.
She was born on December 15, 1955, in Harvey County, Kansas to William Clinton and Dolores Bradshaw Kraulik Smith. She was also preceded in death by her brother Donald Kraulik and...
Barbara Jean Morgan
Aug 3, 2026
Barbara Jean Callahan Morgan, 87, passed gently from her earthly life Monday, August 3, 2026 in Wilmington.
She was born September 20, 1938 in New Hanover County, the daughter of Ralph Callahan and Rachael Sutherland Callahan.
In addition to her parents Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, James Thomas Morgan.
Barbara is survived by her children, Gerald Buechler, Christian Buechler (Karen),...
Eddie Ray McCormick
Aug 3, 2026
Eddie Ray McCormick, 83, passed peacefully from his earthly life Monday, August 3, 2026 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Wilmington.
He was born May 30, 1943 in Pender County the son of John Roland McCormick and Ruth Bland McCormick. In addition to his parents Eddie was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Caison McCormick and brother, Marion McCormick.
Eddie is...
Mary Lou Scofield
Aug 2, 2026
Mary Lou (Johnson) Scofield, 86, of Wilmington, North Carolina, passed away on August 2, 2026, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.
She was born July 27, 1940, in Goldsboro, North Carolina, to the late Joe E. Johnson and the late Annie McCandless Johnson.
Mary Lou is survived by her beloved husband, Earl Edward Scofield, Jr.;...
Brenda Lee Rowe Perry
Aug 1, 2026
Brenda Lee Rowe Perry, 77, passed peacefully at home on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at her home in Fort Myers, Florida.
She was born November 13, 1948 in Starke, Florida, the daughter of Davis Bruce Rowe and Ruth Narston Rowe. In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her sister, Cynthia West.
Brenda is survived by her husband, Phillip...
Nellie Ruth Mohr DeBose
Aug 1, 2026
On August 1, 2026, heaven gained one of the most beautiful angels ever!!
Nellie Mohr DeBose left this earth and ascended into the arms of Jesus.
Nell was one of the most caring, loving ladies to ever walk this earth. She genuinely loved people and cared about where they would spend eternity. If everyone she invited to Northside showed up, it would...
Henry Allen Hobbs
Jul 30, 2026
Henry Allen Hobbs, 58, passed from his earthly life Thursday, July 30, 2026 at home. He was born April 29, 1968 in Fulton, Georgia, the son of Charles Belton Hobbs, Jr. and Mary Yvonne Wigenton Lubbess.
In addition to his father Henry was preceded in death by his stepfather, Walter Lubbess; brother, Tony Hobbs; and nephew, Casey Hobbs.
In addition to his...
William "Bill" Graham Ferrell, Jr.
Jul 30, 2026
William “Bill” Graham Ferrell, Jr., 79, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and devotion to his family.
Bill was the beloved husband of Deborah Ferrell and a devoted father whose greatest joy in life was his family. Together, Bill and Deborah built a home filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Bill dedicated...
Nick Owen Harris, Sr.
Jul 30, 2026
Nick Owen Harris, Sr., age 92, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2026. He was born on January 8, 1934, and lived a life defined by faith, service, hard work, generosity, and unwavering love for his family.
Nick proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. His service reflected the courage, commitment, and sense of...
Joseph Stephen Justice, Sr.
Jul 29, 2026
Joseph Stephen Justice, Sr., 92, affectionately called “Big Joe” passed from his earthly life Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at home with family and lots of love and happy memories.
He was born April 19, 1934 in Wilmington, the son of Lee Ander Justice and Louise Poston Justice. In addition to his parents Joe was preceded in death by his wife Ruth...
Charles Kenneth Reynolds
Jul 26, 2026
Charles Kenneth Reynolds, 90, of Wilmington, North Carolina, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born November 8, 1935, in Trenton, North Carolina, to the late Paul Kenneth Reynolds and the late Emma Loftin Reynolds.
Charles attended Havelock Elementary, New Bern High School, and ECU for a time before joining the military....
Ricky Lane West
Jul 26, 2026
Ricky Lane West was a truly special and remarkable man who left a lasting positive impression on all those who knew him. Ricky passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026 while on a cruise ship with his wife and family. He was doing what he loved best – spending happy time with family.
He was born May 2, 1959 in Lumberton,...
Marcie Renn Caviggia
Jul 25, 2026
It is with sad hearts that we share the passing of our dear Marcie Renn Caviggia who passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at the young age of 45.
She was born January 22, 1981 in Wilmington, the daughter of Rosilyn Horrell Renn and the late Mark Renn.
In addition to her mother, Marcie is survived by her beloved husband of...
Richard Fleming Brickhouse
Jul 24, 2026
Richard Fleming Brickhouse, a well-known racecar driver passed away on July 24 , 2026 at the age of 87 at his home in Rocky Point.
He was born October 27, 1938 in Wilmington, the son of James Albert Brickhouse and Idell Woodcock Brickhouse. In addition to his parents Richard is preceded in death by his son, Richard Gary Brickhouse; daughter, Jennifer...
Larry Mitchell Knowles
Jul 22, 2026
Larry Mitchell Knowles, age 74, of Rose Hill passed from this life to his eternal rest on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
He was born on November 18, 1951 to the late Marvin Earl and Margaret Allene Griffin Knowles. Larry was also preceded in death by his loving wife Linda Walker Knowles and his brother Joseph “Joe” Knowles.
Surviving are his devoted children,...
Michael Luke Bryan
Jul 22, 2026
Michael Luke Bryan, affectionately known to all as Luke passed away unexpectedly on July 22, 2026 at the age of 64 leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that will be cherished by all who knew him. Born March 25, 1962 in Wilmington, the son of George Jewell Bryan and Barbara Crumpler Bryan both who preceded Luke in death.
Luke...
Larry Lee English
Jul 20, 2026
Larry Lee English, age 76, of Wilmington and formerly of Rose Hill went home to be forever with Jesus on July 20, 2026, after a very short illness.
He was born on December 16, 1949, on the US Army Base at Fort Bragg, North Carolina to the late Jack Stacy and Leola English. Larry was also preceded in death by his...
Dr. Robert M. Barnhill
Jul 20, 2026
Dr. Robert “Rob” M. Barnhill, 57, of Port Washington, Wisconsin, a beloved husband, father, family member, friend, mentor, and respected leader passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Wilmington, North Carolina, to Robert Barnhill, Sr. and Anna Cornelia (née Creech) Barnhill, Rob was raised in Burgaw, where his love for athletics began. His passion for...
Pamela "Pam" Gail Maloney
Jul 20, 2026
Pamela Gail Goff Maloney, age 63, a caring, sharing lady passed from her earthly life Monday, July 20, 2026.
Pamela "Pam" Gail Goff Maloney was born February 28, 1963 in Davidson County, NC, the daughter of Marshall Goff and Violet Harris Goff. In addition to her parents Pam was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, and brother, Allan Goff.
. She...
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