Obituaries

Jun 19, 2024

Durwood Louis Johnson, born on January 22, 1938, Sampson County, NC, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2024, at home in Wilmington, NC at age 86.

Durwood grew up in Turkey, NC where he enjoyed fishing and hunting during his youth. After graduating from high school, he joined the Navy. He served in the Navy Anti-submarine Warfare...

Jun 14, 2024

Harold E. Lange, 88, passed away on Friday, June14, 2024 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Wilmington, NC..

Harold Edward Lange was born on April 21st, 1936 to the late Lawrence and Buelah Lange, in Wilmington, DE. Harold graduated from Pierre S. DuPont High School in Wilmington, in 1953. Shortly after graduation Harold enlisted in the Air...

Jun 14, 2024

Christopher Marshall Barnes, age 54, left this world and entered into his heavenly Father's house on Friday, June 14, 2024. He was born September 18, 1969 in Wilmington, the beloved son of Joseph "Joey" Barnes and Sue Rackley Barnes.

In addition to his parents, Chris is survived by his twin sons, Taylor Barnes and Quinton Barnes; mother...

Jun 14, 2024

Terry "Skip" Hall II, beloved husband and devoted Mason, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 53 on Friday, June 14, 2024, while enjoying his favorite hobby at his home in Rocky Point, NC.  He leaves behind his wife, Ginny Orme, daughter, Mason Hall, parents, Terry and Patricia Hall and sister, Jennifer Hall Everline and family.

Skip...

Jun 14, 2024

Ciria A. de Heckroth, age 93, of Wallace passed away peacefully on Friday, June 14, 2024.

She was born on November 13, 1930 in Mexico; the daughter of the late Heleodoro Arroyo and Maria De La Luz Martinez.  Ciria was preceded in death by her husband, William Heckroth and her eleven siblings.

Surviving to cherish...

Jun 12, 2024

James Lee Blalock, age 79, passed away peacefully at home in Burgaw on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.

He was born on October 22, 1944 in San Bernardino, California, the son of Thomas Shelton Blalock and Alberta Ruth Sponseller Blalock.

His memory will be cherished by his daughters, Melisa Matthews and Melinda Lippard (Jacob); grandchildren, Kimberly...

Jun 11, 2024

Jesse L. Emery, 61, of Wilmington, NC passed away on June 11, 2024. He was born on September 5, 1962 in Westfield, NY to his parents, Clifford G. Emery, Jr. and Marilyn I. Menz Emery. He was named after his grandfather, Jesse Menz. Ironically, Jesse spent a great deal of time with his grandfather and loved him dearly.

Jun 10, 2024

It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of our dear Mickey Gerald Sharp who departed his earthly life on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Wilmington.

He was born March 15, 1960 in Bowling Green, Ohio, the son of Harrison Sharp and Erma Garvin Sharp. In addition to...

Jun 9, 2024

Grant Malone Costin left this world unexpectedly on June 9, 2024, surrounded by people he loved.

Grant shined bright like a diamond when he walked into any room, spreading joy and positive energy to anyone he met. He had many trials and tribulations throughout life that would have knocked most people down and kept them there but,...

Jun 8, 2024

Larry Woodrow Watkins, Sr., age 71, passed peacefully from his earthly life Saturday, June 8, 2024 at home. He was affectionally known as "Uncle Woody" by both family and friends.

He was born March 2, 1953 in Wilmington, the youngest of nine children born to Joseph Marion Watkins and Annie Blanton Watkins. In addition to his parents,...

Jun 7, 2024

William "Bill" Edward Harrison, 77, of Riegelwood, passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Wilmington.

He was born on February 17, 1947, in Washington, NC, to the late Thadius Theodore Harrison and Addie Guilford (Squires) Harrison.

Bill was an US Army Veteran who served two tours in Vietnam and...

Jun 6, 2024

Amanda Dana Ivancevich (Hermanson, Goff), 20, went peacefully into the arms of Jesus on June 6, 2024. She was the daughter of Susan Hermanson (Ritner Goff) and Daniel Ivancevich (Colleen), and sister of Kathryn ("Katie") Ivancevich. Amanda was born at Duke Hospital in Durham and raised in Wilmington and Burgaw, North Carolina. She is survived by her uncle Dana...

Jun 5, 2024

Brittany Christine's journey on this earth came to a peaceful close on June 5, 2024.

Leaving behind a legacy of kindness, creativity, a profound love for animals, and people alike. She was born on March 16, 199, in Laguna Beach, California.

She embraced life with a vibrant spirit that truly touched everyone she met. She'll...

Jun 4, 2024

Surrounded by family, Gilbert "Spud" Franklin Jackson peacefully entered into eternal rest at the age of eighty-nine on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, North Carolina.

� Spud was born in Salisbury, North Carolina on March 22, 1935 to Oscar Norman Jackson and Toss Crowson Jackson.  A resident of...

Jun 2, 2024

Cory Thomas Sloop, age 33, of Castle Hayne, NC passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024.

He was born on September 18, 1990, in Wilmington, NC.

Cory received his associate's degree from Cape Fear Community College in Heavy Equipment and Machinery, and later became a diesel mechanic for heavy truck repair. Cory's son, Theo, was...

Jun 1, 2024

Lacy Floyd Corbett, age 85, left his earthly life for his eternal rest on Saturday, June 1, 2024 in Wilmington.

He was born July 14, 1938 in Wilmington, the son of Floyd Willie Corbett and Carnie Mae Woodcock Corbett. In addition to his parents Lacy was preceded in death by his sister, Shirley Moore.

Lacy...

Jun 1, 2024

Eileen Callista Oates peacefully passed away at the age of 94 on June 1, 2024. Eileen's life was marked by her unwavering love and support for her family.

Born March 28, 1930, in the Bronx to Robert and Madeline Collins, Eileen was one of five children. She is survived by her brother Richard Collins (Eileen) and was...

Jun 1, 2024

Agnes Dunn Dalley died June 1, 2024 at her home in Wilmington, NC. She was born in 1928 in Washington, DC to Richard Price Dunn and Agnes Davis Jones. She married Lawrence Cutting Dalley, Jr. in 1950 and together raised 4 children: Laura Dalley Tobin, Lawrence Cutting Dalley III (Kip), Richard Dunn Dalley, and Sarah Dalley Shannon. Following her...

Jun 1, 2024

Jack Edward Bradshaw, age 78, of Wallace left this earthly life for his heavenly home on Saturday, June 1, 2024 from Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

He was born on June 4, 1945 in Duplin County; the son of the late Benjamin Hugh and Nora Stokes Bradshaw.  Mr. Bradshaw was also preceded in death by his...

Jun 1, 2024

Miriam Ann Litwiller Nell, age 78, of Rocky Point, NC passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024. She was born on September 8, 1945 in Hopedale, IL.

Miriam was a life long dog breeder who showed, bred and owned or co-owned many champion dogs over her life time. She was a member of the SGI Buddist communities...