James "Punkin" Edward Rivenbark, 81, of Watha passed from his earthly life on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born June 24, 1934 in Pender County, the son of the late James Anthony and Ola Lee Wells. Also remembered are his brothers, Anthony "Doc", Paul and George Rivenbark, all who preceded James in death.

James is survived by his devoted family, his wife of 52 years, Faye Blanton Rivenbark; daughters, Becky Rivenbark (Tom) and Amanda Gillespie (Michael); granddaughters, Hannah Lambert, Devan Shepherd, Brianna Gillespie and Harley Gillespie; sisters, Jenette Baucom and Julia Rivenbark; brothers, Joseph Hooper Rivenbark and Nathan Rivenbark; "his girls", Peggy Barnhill and Rosie Zurcher; and many nieces, nephews and extended family, all who dearly loved Punkin.

He was a retired Pender County farmer always loving being outdoors in God's beautiful, bountiful world.

Punkin with his sharing, caring manner was many things to many people. He was kind, thoughtful not only to his family, but to all who crossed his path in life. First and foremost he loved his family and had a quiet faith in his Lord. His smile, his special chuckle, and encouraging words meant so much to many. He was loved beyond measure and will be greatly missed.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home with Rev. Dean Walker and Rev. Baris Lanier officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2015 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home with Rev. Dean Walker and Rev. Baris Lanier officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home.