Obituaries

Oct 14, 2022

Vladimir Radev, 92, of Wilmington, passed away at home on Friday, October 14, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on August 26, 1930, in Bulgaria to the late Georgi and Sultana (Alexieva) Radev.

Vladimir was a professor of nuclear engineering and a mechanical engineer in the space industry. He was an acclaimed...

Oct 13, 2022

Shella Jean Sykes Farrior, age 58, of Wallace, died October 13, 2022 at ECU Health Duplin Hospital.

Shella was born on August 22,1964 and was the daughter of the late James "Bud" Sykes, Sr. and Martha Jean Wells Sykes of Wallace.  Shella was a member of the Harrells Christian Academy1982 graduating class. During her high school years,...

Oct 13, 2022

Dorothy Annette Francis Sykes, 73, passed gently from her earthly life Thursday, October 13, 2022 at Woodbury Wellness.

She was born January 12, 1949 in Edenton, the daughter of Clive Francis  and Louise Dobbins Francis. In addition to her parents Annette was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 45 years, Thomas Sykes.

Annette...

Oct 13, 2022

A kind and gentle soul, a gracious and loving lady, Judy Holly Sidbury entered her heavenly home with Jesus on Thursday, October 13, 2022 at the age of 80.

She was born September 20, 1942 in Wilmington to David Holly and Mary Tompkins Holly. In addition to her parents Judy was preceded in death by her brother,...

Oct 12, 2022

Michael Ray English, age 61, of Wallace left this earthly life for his eternal rest on Wednesday, October 12, 2022.

He was born on December 2, 1960 in Duplin County; the only son of the late Homer and Avie Mae Gurganious English.

Michael was a 1979 graduate of Wallace-Rose Hill High School.  After graduating high...

Oct 12, 2022

Joseph "Buddy" Albert Flynn, Jr., 69, of Currie passed peacefully from his earthly life Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at Brunswick Cove Living Center.

He was born May 16, 1953 in Pender County, the son of Joseph Albert Flynn and Gladys Gainey Flynn. In addition to his parents Buddy was preceded in death by his daughter, Dawn and...

Oct 12, 2022

Florence "Dolly" Berger of Wilmington, NC, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2022 at the age of 92.

Florence was born in Swoyersville, PA on August 13, 1930, to the late Mary and John Lagoski.  She grew up in Wilkes Barre, attended Swoyersville High School, worked at the Blue-Ribbon Bakery, and later married her husband Glenmore J....

Oct 8, 2022

US Marine Corps/Army National Guard, Brett H. Allen - age 51, made his journey into his next phase of life October 8, 2022..

Brett Allen, was born March 17, 1971, in Fayetteville, NC. to Ronald Lee Allen and Parlie Ann Allen. Brett is preceded in death by his father, Ronald; his mother, Parlie Ann Allen; and his...

Oct 8, 2022

Luther Clayton Herring, Jr., age 76, of Rose Hill left this earthly life for his eternal rest on Saturday, October 8, 2022.

He was born on December 8, 1945, in Wadesboro, NC to the late Luther Clayton Herring, Sr. and Nettie Cameron Herring.  Mr. Herring was also preceded in death by his devoted wife, Karen Jackson Herring....

Oct 7, 2022

Richard "Richie" Dennis Wiles, 76, of Winnabow, passed away on Friday, October 7, 2022, at home following a long illness.

He was born on May 21, 1946, in Mineola, New York, to the late Eric and Josephine (Chase) Wiles.

Richie loved to be on the ocean and was a fearless scuba diver. He also enjoyed...

Oct 5, 2022

A fun and loving young lady, Raven Spirit Walker Singingwind Uncapher, 31, passed from her earthly life on October 5, 2022 in Houston, Texas.

She was born May 14, 1991 in Ashville, North Carolina, the daughter of Dennis Uncapher and Peggy Singingwind Uncapher.  Raven was preceded in death by her dear Maw Maw and Paw Paw.

Oct 5, 2022

James Thomas Long, 90, of Rocky Point passed peacefully from his earthly life Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

He was born December 21, 1931 in Brunswick County to Elmer Long and Pauline Long Duncan. In addition to his parents James was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 66...

Oct 4, 2022

Ian Roderick Moseley passed away peacefully on October 4, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones and definitely on his own terms. Ian was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, on February 1, 1967, to the late James L Moseley and Sandra "Sam" (Stewart) Moseley.

Ian never met a stranger and always made friends wherever he went. After...

Oct 3, 2022

Harry Kenneth Williams, age 88, of New Hanover County, NC passed away October 3, 2022 peacefully in the comfort of his home.  He now joins the love of his life, Joy Williams, along with the Lord our Savior.

Harry was born February 15, 1934 in Radford, VA the son of Nellie and Daniel Williams.  One of eight...

Oct 2, 2022

Tammy Denise Rogers Maynor, age 57, of Watha, won the battle with cancer on Sunday, October 2, 2022 when Jesus took her to her heavenly home.

She was born on May 24, 1965 in Pender County, NC; the daughter of Linda Kay Batson Rivenbark of Harrells, NC. Tammy was also preceded in death by her stepfather Jimmy...

Sep 29, 2022

Barbara Ann Somogyi, 83, of Southport, NC passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 29th, 2022, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

She was born on April 20th,1939, in Painesville, Ohio to the late Anton and Anna (Schwab) Gyure.

Barbara taught Jr. High School for 30 years in Mentor, Ohio Public School System as...

Sep 28, 2022

A kind and giving lady, Betty Jean Singletary Murray, entered her eternal rest on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at the age of 81 at her home in Burgaw.

She was born June 30, 1941 in Horry County, SC to Leba and Grace Cox Singletary. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her sister,...

Sep 28, 2022

Doris Lee Casteen Richardson, 98, of Wilmington left this earthly life for her eternal rest on Wednesday, September 28, 2022.

She was born on March 15, 1924 in Duplin County, NC; the daughter of the late Joshua Wright and Eva Letchworth Casteen. Doris was also predeceased by her husband, John Thomas Richardson; her daughters, Judy Marie Rogers,...

Sep 28, 2022

Randall "Randy" Scott Kiser, 69, passed away on Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center following a short illness.

He was born on July 11, 1953, in Catawba County to the late Winfield Scott Kiser and the late Edith (Lane) Kiser.

Randy retired from NASCAR as an inspector and was...

Sep 27, 2022

Thomas L. Leonard, age 82, of Wilmington, NC went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at Azalea Health and Rehab Center in Wilmington, NC.

He was born on July 20, 1940 in Brunswick County, NC to the late James Lennon Leonard and Ruth Ina Russ Leonard.

Thomas was retired from the Department...