All Obituaries

Stratton King Murphy, 51, of Plantation, Florida, left this earthly life to enter the Kingdom of Heaven on Saturday, April 6, 2024, following a tragic motorcycle accident. He was born on January 21, 1973, in Kenansville, North Carolina to Harry Daniel “Pete” and Lynn Chandler Murphy. Stratton grew up in Rose Hill, North Carolina, and was a graduate of Harrells Christian Academy. From an early age Stratton was committed to doing his very best in all endeavors. At Harrells, he was...

Joseph Andrew High, age 63, of Wilmington, NC passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Wilmington, NC. He was born on February 14, 1961 in Rock Hill, SC to the late Robert Edward High and Willie Mae Spivey. His funeral service will be at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, April24, 2024, at Pine Valley United Methodist Church in Wilmington with Rev. Dr. Tim Reaves officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow at Oleander...

     John Thomas “Tommy” Hale , age 72, of Rocky Point passed peacefully from his earthly life Thursday, April 18, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family.      He was born December 4, 1951 in Pender County, the son of William Edward Hale and Annie Mae Wright Hale. In addition to his parents Tommy was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Susan Bowden Hale; and brothers, Horace Pat Hale and William Edward Hale,...

Bernard “Barney” Harold McWilliams, born November 15, 1941, left this world suddenly and unexpectedly before dawn on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC. Barney brought joy to all who knew him with his wit and sense of humor and touched the lives of countless people with his music. A talented and dedicated violist, he taught at several universities and schools, as well as privately. He performed all over the country,...

Mickey Allen Sholar, 35, of Chinquapin, NC, passed away suddenly on Friday, the 12th of April, 2024. He was born in Duplin County at Duplin General Hospital on Thursday, the 26th of January, 1989, the youngest of three sons to Sebelia Gray Sholar and the late Donald Ray Sholar.  As soon as Mickey was brought home, he became the most precious baby in the household. His two other brothers, Anthony and Donnie, drug him around the house like a cabbage patch kid doll. Anthony saved him from...

Kay Trump Overby, 77, of Rocky Point, a beautiful Southern lady, passed away Thursday, April 11, 2024 at her home.      Kay was born September 4, 1946 in Harnett County, the daughter of Ruby Jackson Trump Mason. In addition to her parents Kay was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 56 years, Rev. Dwight Wayne Overby; daughter, Tracey Overby Garner; brother, Ricky Duane Trump; sister, Diane Lewis; and stepfathers, Frank Trump and Willard...

     Virginia Tiede passed away peacefully on April 10, 2024 at age 94. She was a caring daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, wife, schoolteacher, neighbor, and kind friend.      Born and raised in Cumberland, Maryland, Ginger graduated from Allegheny High School, St. Mary’s College, and Frostburg State College. A first grade and kindergarten teacher, she taught in Bangor, ME, and Raleigh, NC. She raised her family and...

     William Kirk Wison III, age 74, of Currie passed from his earthly life on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at his home.      He was born March 27, 1950 in Onslow County, the son of William Kirk Wilson, Jr. and Lucille Nellie Inman Wilson. In addition to his parents Kirk was preceded in death by his sister, Sandra Sallee and twin siblings, Sherry Mitchell and Terry Wilson.      Kirk is survived by his son, Eric Wilson (Wendy);...

     In loving memory of Dorothy Marie Huber, 82, a cherished soul who passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 in Wilmington. Born on July 27, 1941 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Paul Edward Rendall and Dorothy Reeves Gephart.      Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Debbie Jewell (Joe), Michelle Striewski (Mike) and Dorothy Romanelli (Doug Lardi); grandchildren, Jessica DiMarco (Anthony), Michael Romanelli (Rosie) and Toni Striewski;...

      James Harvey Bond, 83, of Watha, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Harvey was born in Pender County on June 17, 1940, the son of William and Addie Bond.      Harvey was a man who truly enjoyed the simple pleasures in life. He had a deep love for country music, western movies and antique cars/trucks. In years past Harvey enjoyed hunting and fishing. His passion for these interests was infectious, and he could often be found sharing his favorite songs...