Obituaries
Avia Jane Oxendine Moore
Sep 22, 2026
Jane passed away in the devoted care of Lower Cape Fear LifeCare on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
She was born in Robeson County but lived most of her life in Wilmington, making her career as a hairdresser and owning her own shop, Courtyard Hair Designs, for 26 years.
She was a loving and trusted mother, grandmother, wife, sister, aunt, and friend and...
David Wright Cavanaugh
Sep 22, 2026
David Wright Cavanaugh, 72, of Teachey passed from this earthly life to his eternal rest on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Dayspring of Wallace.
He was born on March 18, 1954, in Duplin County; the son of the late Samuel MacDonald Cavanaugh and the late Elizabeth Rich Cavanaugh Foley.
Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife Lynda Smith Cavenaugh; his siblings...
Virginia Zablocki
Sep 21, 2026
Virginia Zablocki, 92, of Commack, NY, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Wilmington, NC, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on February 8, 1934, in Queens, NY, to the late John Morris and the late Mary Michel Morris. Virginia was a truly special woman whose love touched everyone around her. She was...
James "Jimmy" Dewey Huggins
Sep 19, 2026
Our world was blessed for 92 years by the life of James “Jimmy” Dewey Huggins who passed from his earthly life September 19, 2026 at home.
A full obituary will be forthcoming.
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A service of Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel.
Kathleen Oates Neu
Sep 17, 2026
Kathleen Neu was a loving person whose kind heart and generous spirit touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Kathy faced one of life’s greatest challenges when she was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2025. She fought a courageous battle, demonstrating the strength and determination that had always been a part of who she was. Throughout her journey,...
John William Norris
Sep 17, 2026
John William Norris, age 97, of Willard, North Carolina, fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. On Thursday, September 17, 2026, he entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
John was born on October 14, 1928, in Pender County, North Carolina, the son of the late Benjamin Curtis Norris and Viola Wells Norris....
James "Jim" Alva Bloodworth
Sep 17, 2026
James “Jim” Alva Bloodworth, 80, passed peacefully from his earthly life on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Born on January 26, 1946, in Wilmington, he was the beloved son of the late Jessie Wilson Bloodworth and Wilma Clements Bloodworth.
A man of deep devotion, integrity, and warmth, Jim honorably served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard, stationed out of Virginia aboard the...
Daniel "Dan" Skinner, Sr.
Sep 16, 2026
Daniel “Dan” Skinner, Sr., 92, of Wilmington, North Carolina, passed peacefully into heaven on September 16, 2026, following a short illness. His passing was gentle and comforted as the Lord received his spirit, a blessing for a faithful follower of Christ.
Born on December 21, 1933, in Wilmington, Dan was a lifelong resident of Green Meadows and built his family home...
Shirley Elizabeth "Lib" Benton
Sep 16, 2026
Shirley Elizabeth “Lib” Buckner Benton, age 89, of Wallace North Carolina left this earthly life for her new home in Heaven to be forever with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, surrounded by loving family.
She was born January 10, 1937, in Duplin County; the daughter of the late David Wooten Buckner and Lucy Batts Buckner...
John "Snakeman" Vance Kelly
Sep 12, 2026
John "Snakeman" Vance Kelly, 89, of Wilmington, NC, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on April 8, 1937, in Orange County, TX, to the late John Marvin Kelly and the late Linnie Brown Kelly.
John loved spending time outdoors, where he enjoyed fishing and hunting snakes. He also...
Joseph "Joey" Melvin Padgett
Sep 10, 2026
Joseph “Joey” Melvin Padgett, 63, a hard working exceptional man left our world on eagle’s wings Thursday, September 10, 2026 leaving a big hole in our hearts.
He was born February 1, 1963 in Tarboro, the son of Carolyn Giddeons and the late Melvin Lee Padgett.
In addition to his mother Joey is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Melissa...
Becky Diane Graves
Sep 10, 2026
At 7:55 a.m. on September 10, 2026, Becky Diane Graves finished her race. She leaves behind a grieving family and many friends who will deeply miss her presence, but she also leaves an imprint on the world that few could hope to achieve.
Becky was Kingdom-focused. She loved people. She built relationships. She was passionate about the things she believed mattered—passionate enough...
Clara Boney Moore
Sep 10, 2026
For 98 years our world was blessed with the Christian life of Clara Boney Malpass Moore who passed away Thursday, September 10, 2026 at her home surrounded with love by her family.
She was born March 23, 1928 in Duplin County, the daughter of John Everette Boney and Eliza Horrell Boney. In addition to her parents Clara was predeceased by her...
George Edwin Hawes, Sr.
Sep 9, 2026
George Edwin Hawes, Sr, age 88, of Rose Hill, North Carolina passed from this earthly life to his eternal rest on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
He was born in Duplin County on January 13, 1938, to the late William Brantley and Linda Carr Hawes. George was also preceded in death by his beloved first wife and mother of his children Betty...
Goldie Wells Baldwin
Sep 8, 2026
Goldie Gertrude Wells Baldwin, 98, died peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born August 28, 1928 in Pender County, the daughter of Jessie Wells and Ruth Gertrude Harrell Wells. In addition to her parents Goldie was preceded in death by her grandson, John Jenness III and his wife, Rachel; and great grandson,...
Roxanne Elizabeth Marshburn
Sep 8, 2026
Roxanne Elizabeth Marshburn, 81, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. The former Roxanne Walsh was born on July 13,1945 in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. At age 3, Roxanne was the recipient of a life-saving and rare heart surgery, which was unheard of in those days. Roxanne graduated from Coughlin High School (1963) and she obtained her Bachelor of...
Douglas Robert Oswald
Sep 7, 2026
Douglas Robert Oswald, age 70, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday September 7, 2026. He was lovingly surrounded by his family.
Doug was born on April 13, 1956 in Dubuque, Iowa. He is the son of the late Robert W. and Margaret Blaske Oswald. He was also preceded in death by his sister Sandra Perez....
John Patrick Redmond III
Sep 7, 2026
John Patrick Redmond III, 78, of Wilmington, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, North Carolina.
He was born on September 12, 1947, in Seattle, Washington, to the late John Patrick Redmond II and the late Mable Olsen.
John, a proud US Army Veteran, was a huge sports fan and his favorite...
Celia Pickett Smith
Sep 7, 2026
Celia Pickett Smith, 90, of Wilmington, NC, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, at Morningside of Wilmington.
She was born on June 6, 1936, in Chinquapin, NC, to the late Mildred Parker Farmer.
Celia faithfully attended 828 Church and cherished her relationship with the Lord. She loved her family deeply and treasured the time they shared together. She also enjoyed sewing...
Roel Venecia
Sep 5, 2026
Roel Venecia, age 72, of Rose Hill passed away unexpectantly on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
He was born on June 14,1954, in Sandwich, Illinois to the late Heraclio Venecia and Dora Cantu’. He was also preceded in death by his brother Juan Heraclio Venecia and his beloved great grandmother Atilana Flores.
Roel was a dedicated master diesel mechanic. He enjoyed working on...
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