Obituaries

Nov 30, 2023

Joseph (Buddy) Paul Mehalko, age 68, of Wilmington, NC passed away on November 30, 2023.

He was born on March 12, 1955 in Pender County, NC to the late Pete Mehalko and Lois Barnhill Mehalko of Pender County, NC.

Joseph leaves behind his son, Jason Paul Mehalko. When asked shortly before his death what he...

Nov 29, 2023

Joseph Porter Newton, age 86, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.

He was born in Wilmington, North Carolina on January 26, 1937 and was the son of the late Carlton Sylvester Newton Sr. and Dora Baker Newton. Joseph was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Renate Pope and his...

Nov 29, 2023

Milton Jennings Humphrey, Jr., age 82, of Burgaw passed peacefully Thursday, November 30, 2023 in Wilmington.

He was born July 24, 1941 in Wilmington, the son of the late Milton Jennings Humphrey, Sr. and Julia Mae Humphrey Harrison.

Jennings is survived by his beloved family; his wife of 62 happy years, Charlotte Richardson Humphrey; son,...

Nov 27, 2023

George William Peterson, age 78, of Rocky Point, NC passed away on November 27, 2023.

He was born on December 13, 1944 in Wilmington, NC to the late Henry Lonnie Peterson and Mary Catherine Ezzell Peterson.

George was a caring man and always put others before himself. He enjoyed gardening and the great outdoors. When...

Nov 26, 2023

Denver Eugene McMahan, 88, of Magnolia left this earthly life for his eternal rest on Sunday, November 26, 2023.

Denver was an US Army Veteran that served from 1958-1960. He was a dedicated and hard-working employee for Smithfield Foods for 32 years of faithful service. Denver was also committed to his community where he served as Town...

Nov 26, 2023

Ann Southerland Cottle, 85, of Willard, NC, passed from this earthly life to her eternal rest on Sunday, November 26, 2023.

She was born on November 27, 1937, in Sampson County; the daughter of the late Jesse Carl and Nanny Winnefred Kornegay Southerland. Ann was preceded by her husband, Roy Eugene (Gene) Cottle, Sr. and by her...

Nov 22, 2023

Sue Ellen Lail Tyler "Nanny", 74, of Rocky Point passed peacefully from her earthly life Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center following a brief illness. Sue was known to all and affectionately called Nanny by both family and friends.

She was born July 4, 1949 in Statesville and was the daughter...

Nov 21, 2023

Frank Weldon Whitesell, age 84, of Wilmington, NC passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on April 1, 1939 in Alamance County, NC to the late Charlie Sylvester Whitesell and Beatrice Floyd Whitesell.

Frank was a member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church in...

Nov 21, 2023

William "Will" Kely Thompson, age 63, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Center in Bolivia, NC.

William Thompson was born in Whiteville, North Carolina,  on  April 11, 1960. Will was a faithful volunteer at First Fruits Ministry in Wilmington for over 23 years.

Left to cherish the memory...

Nov 19, 2023

On Sunday, November 19, 2023, heaven gained one of the greatest angels ever, James Daniel "Danny" DeBose, age 81, of Wilmington, NC.

He was born on September 4, 1942 in Duplin County, NC to the late Robert Grady DeBose and Lillie Mae Corbett DeBose Sidbury.

Danny was raised in Atkinson and moved to Castle Hayne...

Nov 19, 2023

Priscilla Ann McCoy, age 67 passed away peacefully on Sunday November 19, 2023 in Wilmington , North Carolina.

Priscilla was born July 4,1956 in Ashtabula, Ohio, and was the daughter of Lilly Ann McCoy and the late Happy Conrad McCoy. Priscilla was also preceded in death by her brother, Alan McCoy.

Priscilla was a lady...

Nov 17, 2023

Billy Warren Cavenaugh, 63, of Northeast Community, Wallace, NC, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023, at Duke University Hospital.

He was born on October 16, 1960, in New Hanover County; the son of Evelene Hatcher Cavenaugh of Wallace and the late Billy Holmes Cavenaugh.

Mr. Cavenaugh, a graduate of NC State was a diehard...

Nov 17, 2023

Roland Henderson Surles, age 78, of Wilmington, NC passed away on November 17, 2023 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Wilmington, NC.

Roland was born on April 18, 1945 in Wayne County, NC to the late Rowland and Ethel Surles. He was the eldest child of six children.

As an adult, Roland became a patriotic...

Nov 15, 2023

Charles Robert "Bob" Loughner, age 89, of Leland, NC passed away on November 15, 2023.

He was born on January 30, 1934 in Johnstown, PA to the late Nelson Gaylord Loughner and Florence Dorothy Lewis Loughner.

Charlie Bob was a dedicated U.S. Marine. He was a huge fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers football team. Charlie...

Nov 12, 2023

Natalie  Jane Vincenzo-Pugh age 50, passed away peacefully at the LowerCape Fear Life Center on Sunday November 12, 2023, in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Natalie, a native of Hartford, Connecticut, was born on the cold Saturday morning of February 26, 1973. Natalie was the daughter of the late Emilio and Isabell Vincenzo. Natalie was an artistic lady who...

Nov 11, 2023

It is with great sadness that we share the unexpected passing on Saturday, November 11, 2023 of Antionette "Toni" Michael Bain, age 62.

She was born January 11, 1961 in Wyoming County, West Virginia, the daughter of Harold Durant Michael and Nina Collins Brinager. In addition to her parents Toni was preceded in death by her brother,...

Nov 8, 2023

Bryan Keith Rising, age 49, of Rocky Point, NC passed away on November 8, 2023.

Bryan was born on February 14, 1974 in Wilmington, NC to the late William Arthur Rising and Diane Wilkins Rising.

Bryan was a kindhearted man. He enjoyed playing golf with his son, Bryan, and going fishing with his grandchildren. Bryan...

Nov 7, 2023

Frances Faye Hamm, age 81 passed away peacefully in Wilmington, NC, on November 7, 2023.

Faye was born on February 23, 1942 in Robeson County, NC. She was the daughter of the late Paul and Ola Grooms. Faye was preceded in death by her devoted and loving husband, William Hamm. Faye worked as a registered nurse for...

Nov 6, 2023

Emmett James Highsmith, 75,  a man of Christian faith, honor, and integrity departed his earthly life to enter his well-deserved heavenly reward on Monday, November 6, 2023 at his home in Rocky Point. Emmett James Highsmith was known and loved by many as "EJ", "Big Fish" and "JJ".

He was born November 11, 1947 in Wilmington to...

Nov 1, 2023

Debra Ann Taylor, age 63, passed away at her home on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023.

Born March 17, 1960 in Onslow County, North Carolina, Debbie was the daughter of the late Isaac Frank Taylor and was also predeceased by her stepdad, Frank Register.

Debbie was a lady who was known for her love and devotion...