All Obituaries

     Elizebeth Baker McLemore, 67, passed from her earthly life Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.      She was born June 12, 1958 in Wilmington, the daughter of Robert R. Baker and Lenora Caddell Baker. In addition to her parents Elizebeth was preceded in death by her sister, Jennette Baker.      Elizebeth is survived by her husband of 36 years, Bennie “Mack” Julian ...

Judith “Judy” Hamilton Faulk, 69, of Wilmington, passed from her earthly life on Thursday, March 5, 2026. She was born March 15, 1956, in Baltimore, Maryland, the daughter of the late David Addison Hamilton and the late Hazel Clark Hamilton. Judy was talented and anything she set out to do, she did well. She was an accomplished baker, decorator, and gardener. The thing she loved to do the most was hairstyling; the reward was customers over the years who became her friends. But ...

Carolyn Lee Crumpler Gregg, 73, of Wilmington, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 9, 1952, in High Point, North Carolina, to the late Leon and Evelyn Grace (McLamb) Crumpler. Carolyn graduated from Miami Senior High School and the Forsyth Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, where she received her R.N. She also received a Bachelor’s degree in Business and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Immaculata University. ...

     Some people pass quietly through life, but Donny lived boldly, embracing every adventure, every challenge, and every moment with a fearless spirit that inspired everyone who knew him.        Donald “Donny” Lee Lawrence, 53, of Burgaw, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on March 4, 2026, after a courageous and resilient battle with cancer. His faith carried him through his journey and gave him comfort in knowing he would ...

    Harold Vann Blake, 76, a man of great courage and thoughtfulness passed from his earthly life Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.      He was born April 29, 1949 in Wilmington, the son of  James Gordon Blake, Jr. and Clara Vann Freeman Blake. In addition to his parents Vann was preceded in death by his stepson, Frederick Dean Taylor, Jr.      Vann is survived by his beloved wife, ...

Joy Annette Holleman Kinser, 88, of Atkinson, North Carolina left her earthly life for her eternal rest on Monday, March 2, 2026. She was born on January 29, 1938, in Salisbury, North Carolina; the daughter of the late Norman R. and Emma Kendrick Holleman.  Joy was also preceded in death by her beloved husband Ronald B. Kinser in 2005 and her sister Iva Kepley. Joy served Wallace and surrounding areas for 35 years as Title Clerk for NC Department of Vehicles (DMV) in the Wallace ...

     Michael “Mike” Raeburn Hawes, 77, passed peacefully from his earthly life Friday, February 27, 2026 at The Laurels of Pender.      He was born October 15, 1948 in Wilmington, the son of the Wendell Hawes and Estelle Thomas Hawes. In addition to his parents Mike was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sharon Meeks Hawes.      Mike is survived by his daughter, Sharon Hawes Rowell (James); son, Darren Hawes ...

Ernest Henry Garbade, 79, of Oak Island, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2026, at home. He was born on February 16, 1947, in Dayton, Ohio, to Ernest Edward Garbade and the late Freda Louise (Tolle) Garbade. Ernie, a former member of the Epiphany Lutheran Church in Springboro, OH, was a technical writer for Pitney Bowes at the time of his retirement. He was an Eagle Scout and enjoyed yardwork, hiking, bicycling, and astronomy. Ernie was very handy around the house with most repairs. He ...

Annie Lou Turner Smith, age 83, of Wallace left this earthly life for eternal home in Heaven on Monday,February 23, 2026. She was born on September 23, 1942 in Duplin County and was the daughter of of the late Ben and Mary Brock Turner. She was also preceded in death by her son Tommy Hobbs. Annie attended The Church of Pentecostal Gathering as long as her health permitted.  She love the Lord and her church.   Surviving are her children Victor Hobbs of Wallace, Joann Hunter ...

Albert Thomas Swinson of Wallace, North Carolina passed from this earthly life to his eternal rest on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the age of 90 years old.  He was born on May 11, 1935, in Maple Hill, North Carolina; the son of the late Charlie Thomas and Ada Mae Ezzell Swinson.  He was also preceded in death by nine siblings. Albert proudly served in the National Guard and in the US Navy's Construction Battalions  ("CBS").  He loved his country ...