Obituaries

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...

Nov 1, 2023

Dianne Faircloth Hall, age 65, of Wilmington, NC passed away on November 1, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on June 10, 1958 in Dunn, NC to the late John Kale Faircloth, Sr. and Mary Mildred House Faircloth.

Dianne was a hard worker who owned Dianne's Bookkeeping for over 20...

Oct 28, 2023

Justin Hunter Antrican at the young age of 19 years left this world much too soon on Saturday, October 28, 2023 in Harnett County.

He was born April 25, 2004 in Wilmington and attended New Hanover High School  in Wilmington.

Justin is survived by his mother, Jessica Hinson and her husband, Matthew; sisters, Cheyenne Antrican...

Oct 27, 2023

Leland, NC - Terry Temple, age 91, of the Waterford Community, passed away on Friday, October 27, 2023 at his home.

He was born in India on May 20, 1932 to British parents, Dorothy Gash and Jack Williams Temple when Terry's father was in the Royal Air Force. At the age of 2, Terry and his family...

Oct 25, 2023

Donna Kaye Gafford, age 72, of Smithfield passed gently from her earthly life Wednesday, October 25, 2023 in Smithfield.

She was born March 12, 1951 in Craven County to George Washington Gafford, Jr. and Katie Marie Harrell Gafford. Her daddy, George, was in the military and stationed at Cherry Point military base thus Kaye was born in...

Oct 25, 2023

Mary Edith "Boodie" McLamb passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.

She was born on April 17, 1937 in Johnston County, daughter of the late Wilson and Lillie McGee.  She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 32 years, Robert "Odia" McLamb, her son Robert "Robbie"...

Oct 24, 2023

Jerry Olin Pope, III , surrounded by his loving family left this world way to soon on October 24, 2023.

Jerry was born in Wilmington, NC on December 6, 1996 and is the son of Jerry Olin Pope, Jr, and Vicky Dale Dixon. Jerry was preceded in death by his grandparents, Thomas Earl and Charlotte Dixon, as...

Oct 23, 2023

A kind and gentle soul, a gracious and loving lady, Edna Hollis Batts, entered eternal rest on Monday, October 23, 2023 at the age of 98. She was born November 15, 1924 to James David and Nancy Hollon Parker Hollis, living most of her wonderful life in Hampstead.

In addition to her parents, Edna was preceded in...