Obituaries

Dec 15, 2025

Joseph "Joe" D. Teachey, 77, of Teachey, North Carolina passed from this life to his eternal rest on Monday, December 15, 2025.

He was born on August 4, 1948, in Duplin County, the son of the late-Dallas Daniel and Myrtle Ann Merritt Teachey.  Joe was also preceded in death by his...

Dec 15, 2025

Reba Battles Anderson, 98, beloved wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, friend, and God's faithful servant passed peacefully into her eternal Glory with her heavenly Father, Jesus Christ.

She was born May 24, 1927 in Blount, Alabama, the daughter of Ellis Franklin Battles, Sr. and Alma Gertrude Collett Battles. In addition to her parents...

Dec 15, 2025

Sara Jane Shelton Evans, a gracious, loving and sharing lady passed from her earthly life on Monday, December 15, 2025 at home at the age of 81 years.

She was born March 15, 1944 in Delaware, Ohio, the daughter of Hubert C. Shelton and Mary Jane Brown Shelton. In addition to her parents...

Dec 13, 2025

Deborah Lynn Westerhold Winchip, age 65, of Wallace, North Carolina passed away unexpectedly Saturday, December 13, 2025.

She was born on July 26, 1960, in Warren County, New York to the late Keith and Alice Westerhold.  Deborah was also preceded in death by her former husband Ronald Combs

Surviving to cherish her memories...

Dec 13, 2025

Ronald James Edens was born on March 10, 1961, in Wilmington, North Carolina, and for 64 years our world was blessed by his life. Many people's lives were better simply because he was part of them. To know Ronnie was to experience his deep love for family, his dedication to hard work, and his warm smile, friendly...

Dec 11, 2025

Following a long and fruitful life, Hattie Mae Hall Teachey passed peacefully from her earthly life to her eternal rest Thursday, December 11, 2025.

She was born August 20, 1940, in Pender County, the daughter of Crowell and Lila Wooten Hall. In addition to her parents, Hattie was preceded in death by her husband, Larry...

Dec 11, 2025

A gracious and loving lady, Betty Clark Hall, entered eternal rest on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at the age of 93. She was born April 2, 1932, one of seven children born to Charles Henry Clark, Sr. and Elizabeth Hale Clark, living most of her wonderful life in the Long Creek Community of Rocky Point....

Dec 10, 2025

Darryl Dewayne Pinner, 54, passed from his earthly life Wednesday, December 10, 2025.

He was born October 14, 1971 in Alachua County, Florida, the son of Cecil Pinner and Rosemary Liles Pinner.

Darryl was preceded in death by the mother of his sons, Pammela Baker.

In addition to his parents Darryl...

Dec 8, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of John Robert Hawes III, a cherished brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and loyal friend to many.

He was born June 7, 1956 in Wilmington, the son of the late John Robert Hawes, Jr. and Margaret Annette Davis Hawes.

John Robert is survived by his...

Dec 8, 2025

Kyle William Dye, 31, left his earthly life way too soon on Monday, December 8, 2025.

He was born January 16, 1994 in Detroit, Michigan, the son of Mark Randolph Dye and the late Lorie Ann Fedullo Dye.

In addition to his father, Kyle is survived by his wife, Maria Dye; children, Vienna...

Dec 7, 2025

Terence Francis Waldron, 85, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on October 15, 1940 in Knysna, South Africa, he was the son of the late Francis Roper Waldron and the late Muriel Molthene McLellan.

Terry was a devoted husband and father....

Dec 7, 2025

James Robert "Spike" Smith, Jr., age 71, passed peacefully and unexpectedly in his sleep at home, on 12/07/2025. He was a resident of Rocky Point, NC.

James was born at Portsmouth Naval Hospital in Portsmouth, VA to the late James Robert Smith, Sr of Wilmington, NC and the late Lina Schad...

Dec 6, 2025

Linda Rivenbark Lanier, born on March 8, 1949, fell asleep in death on December 6, 2025. She was the beloved daughter of Mary Rivenbark and Roland L. Rivenbark. Linda shared 59 wonderful years of marriage with her devoted husband, Raymond W. Lanier. Together they built a home filled with love, hospitality, and faith. She was a dedicated...

Dec 6, 2025

Robert Daniel Lacovara, 42, of Jacksonville, passed away on December 6, 2025, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington.

Robert was born April 26, 1983, in Camden, New Jersey, to Diana Lynn (Farah) Angelastro and the late Robert Earl Godshall. He was lovingly raised by his late stepfather, Edward Nicholas Lacovara.

Dec 6, 2025

Robert Ray Holley, 80, passed peacefully from his earthly life Saturday, December 6, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born December 11, 1944 in Pollocksville, NC, the son of Homer Holley and Ruth Jarman Holly. In addition to his parents Robert was preceded in death by his first wife and...

Dec 5, 2025

Jeaneth Kattan Rivenbark, 86, entered into eternal rest on Friday December 5, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on October 14, 1939, in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, where her strong foundation of culture and faith began. After moving to the United States in the mid-1960s, she continued to carry her Honduran heritage with pride throughout...

Dec 4, 2025

Hilda Brown James, 77, of Rocky Point, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Lower Cape Fear Lifecare in Wilmington.

She was born May 20, 1948, in Wilmington, to the late Joe Oliver Brown and the late Trudy Carolina Brown.

Hilda was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She...

Nov 30, 2025

A kind and gentle soul, a gracious and loving lady, Grace James Whaley entered into the Glory of her Lord on the Lord's Day, Sunday, November 30, 2025 at the age of 96.

She was born September 9, 1929 in Duplin County, born to Walter Raleigh James and Lizzie Luvenia Thompson James.

In...

Nov 29, 2025

Kerry Freeman, 58, of Winnabow, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, unexpectedly at home.

She was born on September 9, 1967, in Modesto, California, to the late Tom Freeman and the late Nancy Freeman.

Kerry was a loving mother, grandmother, and sister. She loved to travel and spend time with her grandchildren....

Nov 26, 2025

David Gerone Martin, Jr., 76, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Wednesday,  November 26, 2025 at his home with loving family at his bedside.

He was born March 25, 1949 in Chelsea, Massachusetts, the son of David Gerone Martin, Sr. and Lillie Bridgeman Martin. In addition to his parents, David was preceded...