Obituaries

Jun 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Debora Edgerton Bass, who entered into eternal rest on June 8, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Debbie was born February 17, 1955 in Wilson, the daughter of Alton Reid Edgerton and Elizabeth Culbreth Edgerton. In addition...

Jun 7, 2025

Thomas Christopher Kestler, 57, of Burgaw, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington.

He was born on November 17, 1967, in West Islip, NY, to Karen Lee (Henn) Kestler and the late Thomas Francis Kestler.

Thomas loved listening to music, especially Metallica. He was a...

Jun 4, 2025

Kathaleen Teachey Caldwell, age 92, of Wallace, North Carolina passed from this life to her eternal rest on Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

She was born on June 6, 1932, in Duplin County, NC; the daughter of the late Ira Berry Teachey and Laney Carter Teachey.  She was also preceded in death by her husband Frank B. Caldwell;...

Jun 3, 2025

Ora Lee Quinn Bradshaw, age 91, of Teachey, North Carolina left this earthly life for her eternal rest on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

She was born on September 26, 1933, in Magnolia, North Carolina; the daughter of the late Amos Ralph and Blanche Whaley Quinn who passed when she was a very young child.  She was also...

Jun 1, 2025

Eudie Carrie "EC" Herring, Jr., 87, passed peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025.

He was born May 21, 1938 in Sampson County, the son of Eudie Carrie Herring, Sr. and Betty Balkcum Herring. In addition to his parents EC was preceded in death by his sister, Bernice Rowe.

EC is survived by his nieces, Tina...

Jun 1, 2025

Our beloved Charles "Charlie" Aaron Batton stepped into Glory in the late evening of Sunday (the Lord's Day), June 1, 2025 at his home surrounded with love.

He was born February 26, 1943 in Bladen County, the son of William Kaley Batton and Lydia McLean Cain. In addition to his parents Charlie was preceded in death by...

May 31, 2025

Carrie Mae Wells Owens, 91, passed peacefully to her heavenly home on Saturday, May 31, 2025 to join her beloved husband, Alfred.

She was born September 26, 1933 in Pender County, the daughter of Woodrow Wilson and Lucy Gurganous Wells. In addition to her parents Carrie was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Owens; and sister,...

May 30, 2025

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Mercedes "Dede" Yepko (Wilmington, North Carolina), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed us on May 30, 2025 at the age of 89.  She was born February 4, 1936 in Waco, Texas to Rudolph Winckler and Janis Schreiner Winckler.  As the daughter of an Army officer, she traveled with her...

May 28, 2025

Douglas Ryan Thomas passed away on May 28, 2025, in Hampstead, North Carolina. Born on January 20, 1974, in North Carolina, he remained deeply rooted in the state throughout his life.

Douglas was a devoted father to his sons, Chadwick and Michael, and his daughters, Rossalyn and Marina. Alongside his children, Claudia, who shared many loving years...

May 27, 2025

Roxanne Marie Parker, 70, a graceful lady passed from her earthly life Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at home with lots of love and family at her side.

She was born January 24, 1955 in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Leonard Eugene Clark and Dorothy Imogene Watt Clark. Dorothy died at a young age, so Roxanne was...

May 27, 2025

In the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 27, 2025, Lindy C. King peacefully transitioned at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Hospital in Wilmington.

He was born on December 24, 1951, in Wilmington, to the late Eldred and Hazel (Wood) King.

Lindy was a good husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He loved being on...

May 27, 2025

With profound sadness, our family shares the news of my brother Richard's passing, as he embarks on his eternal journey on the stairway to heaven.

His two daughters, Kelly and Kimberly, and his four siblings will deeply miss him, having been preceded in death by his beloved wife, Linda.

Richard's kind heart and gentle nature...

May 27, 2025

Brandon David Bruning, age 49, of Willard passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, from Lower Cape Fear Hospice.

He was born on March 1, 1976, in Terrell County, GA to Linda Moore Adams of Willard and the late William Mikell Bruning.

Surviving, along with his mother are his brothers James Lisenby, Jr. of Wallace...

May 26, 2025

Victor Joe Smith, 78, of Wilmington, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on November 2, 1946, in Asheboro, NC, to the late Victor Odell Smith and the late Frances Marianne (Pugh) Smith.

He graduated from Ramseur High School and East Carolina University....

May 26, 2025

Death comes like the birth of a baby, when it's time. Birth, death, sleep, and healing, each comes with its own time. Whatever comes, we can trust that we are in the hands of a God that loves us.

John "Jack" Corbett Burns, Sr., 97, having lived a long and wonderful life passed gently to his eternal...

May 25, 2025

Linda Gail Garriss Sholar, age 77, of Wallace, NC passed from this life to her eternal rest on Sunday, May 25, 2025.

She was born on February 8, 1948, in Pender County; the daughter of the late Bernice and Lena Wells Garriss.   Gail was also preceded in death by her best friend and husband of 47 years...

May 24, 2025

Deane Edgar Pigford, age 78, passed from his earthly life Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Novant Health NHRMC.

He was born March 30, 1947 in Wilmington, the son of Herman Hill Pigford and Mildred Evans Pigford. In addition to his parents Deane was preceded in death by his son, Roy Ritterbusch, Jr.; grandson, Brent Ritterbusch; and twin...

May 24, 2025

Calvin "Cal" Charles Manore, 87, a devoted family man passed from his earthly life into Glory on wings of an angel on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at his home.

He was born January 29, 1938 in Plum City, Wisconsin, the son of  Glenn H. Manore and Beulah Schaffner Manore. In addition to his parents, Calvin was preceded...

May 21, 2025

Samuel Robert Tucker (72) and Reba Joyce "Penny" Usher Tucker (69) of Magnolia, NC passed away suddenly from an auto accident on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

Robert was born on March 2, 1953 in Duplin County. He was the son of the late Samuel L and Nettie Brown Tucker. He was also preceded in death by his...

May 20, 2025

Barbara Elaine Butzin, 85, of Wilmington, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Peak Resources Wilmington.

She was born on November 19, 1939, in Roanoke, VA, to the late Raymond and Mildred (Staley) Cooper.

Barbara's life was a tapestry of love, resilience, and joy.

Mom loved the Lord and her faith never...