All Obituaries

On November 21, 2020, Donald Grey Buckner; loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away at the age of 90. Donald was born on May 21, 1930 in Wallace, North Carolina, to David and Lucy (Batts) Buckner.  He was raised and worked on a dairy farm in Wallace until joining the United States National Guard after graduating from Clement High School.  Donald was activated into the US Army and served in the Korean Conflict as a Sergeant from 1951-1952.  It was during...

     ANNA LYNN CHAPMAN HUMPHREY, 79, of Burgaw passed from her earthly life on November 21, 2020.             She was born on September 7, 1941 in Wilmington, NC, the daughter of the late Clifford Jay Chapman and Juanita Lee Coleman Chapman. Anna Lynn is preceded in death by husband, Robert Franklin Humphrey II, by her infant daughter; and  her brother, Julian Bruce Chapman.       Anna Lynn was a graduate...

Brenda Lovett Boone, age 74, of Topsail Beach, NC passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2020. She was born on August 29, 1946 in Norfolk, VA to the late Irvin E. Lovett and Edna McCleod Lovett. Brenda was a nurse at Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City, NC. She was a self-less person who was a giver and kind to all. Brenda, known for her southern cooking, loved to feed people, and all were welcome at her table. She loved her grandkids, who she referred to as her “four...

     On a beautiful sunny Friday morning (November 20, 2020) the bedroom window was opened to hear birds singing and Stoney McKoy sored to his heavenly home as his family surrounded him with love.      He was born June 4, 1941 in Pender County to Sprunt Jefferson McKoy and Hazel M. McKoy. In addition to his parents Stoney was preceded in death by his siblings, Tim McKoy and Bedie Thigpen.      Stoney is survived by his daughters who...

     Lorraine Weaver McDowall, 91, of Hampstead passed gently from her earthly life Thursday, November 19, 2020 at Stonebridge at Woodberry Wellness.      She was born October 27, 1929 in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of Aaron D. and Emelie Barnett Weaver. In addition to her parents Lorraine was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 52 years, Robert Terence McDowell, who died in 2007.      Lorraine is survived by her...

     Kimberly Collins Macias, 51, of Rocky Point beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend left this earth way too soon, leaving a big hole in our hearts.  She was born in Wilmington on October 29, 1969 and passed away at home on Wednesday, November 18, 2020. Kimberly is the daughter of Ralph Collins and Pamela Williams Collins.      In addition to her parents Kimberly is survived by her beloved husband of 25 years, Jose M....

Gary James Simpson, age 71, of Wilmington, NC passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on December 4, 1948 in Sikeston, MO to the late Walter James Charles Simpson and Mildred Lynn Simpson. Gary moved to Wilmington, NC when he was eight years old. He lived in the Scotts Hill Community for many years and was of Baptist faith. Gary was married 48 years to his beloved wife, Mary, who he always called his “Child Bride.” He was...

Judy Lane Mathews Mills, age 78, of Wallace left this earthly life for her eternal rest on Monday, November 16, 2020.  She was born on October 13, 1942 in Sampson County, NC; the daughter of the late Ivey Richard and Margaret Bryant Mathews.  She was also preceded in death by her sister, Jane. M. Fann and brothers, Billy Mathews, Elwood Mathews, Jack Mathews and Teddy Mathews. Mrs. Mills was a member of Wallace Presbyterian Church. Surviving to cherish her memory are her husband...

Edward Valentine Carlton III, age 42, of Wilmington, NC left this earthly life unexpectedly and much too soon on Monday, November 16, 2020. He was born on March 10, 1978 in Durham, NC to Virginia Carlton and the late Edward Valentine Carlton, Jr. Edward was born and raised in Durham, NC and later moved to Wilmington, NC. He lived in the Scotts Hill Community for twenty years. Edward liked the great outdoors and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He met the love of his life, Jessica, in high...

     Buford H. Light of Leland, formerly of Oak Hill, West Virginia, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020.      He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Carmen Light; daughter, Sarah and son-in-law, Philip Palmer.  Mr. Light had two grandchildren, Parker and Preston.      Mr. Light served his country honorably in the US Army during the Vietnam War. After 42 years of service he retired from the Federal...