Obituaries
Michael Luke Bryan
Jul 22, 2026
Michael Luke Bryan, affectionately known to all as Luke passed away unexpectedly on July 22, 2026 at the age of 64 leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness that will be cherished by all who knew him. Born March 25, 1962 in Wilmington, the son of George Jewell Bryan and Barbara Crumpler Bryan both who preceded Luke in death.
Luke...
Larry Mitchell Knowles
Jul 22, 2026
Larry Mitchell Knowles, age 74, of Rose Hill passed from this life to his eternal rest on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
He was born on November 18, 1951 to the late Marvin Earl and Margaret Allene Griffin Knowles. Larry was also preceded in death by his loving wife Linda Walker Knowles and his brother Joseph “Joe” Knowles.
Surviving are his devoted children,...
Dr. Robert M. Barnhill
Jul 20, 2026
Dr. Robert “Rob” M. Barnhill, 57, of Port Washington, Wisconsin, a beloved husband, father, family member, friend, mentor, and respected leader passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Wilmington, North Carolina, to Robert Barnhill, Sr. and Anna Cornelia (née Creech) Barnhill, Rob was raised in Burgaw, where his love for athletics began. His passion for...
Larry Lee English
Jul 20, 2026
Larry Lee English, age 76, of Wilmington and formerly of Rose Hill went home to be forever with Jesus on July 20, 2026, after a very short illness.
He was born on December 16, 1949, on the US Army Base at Fort Bragg, North Carolina to the late Jack Stacy and Leola English. Larry was also preceded in death by his...
Pamela "Pam" Gail Maloney
Jul 20, 2026
Pamela Gail Goff Maloney, age 63, a caring, sharing lady passed from her earthly life Monday, July 20, 2026.
She was born February 28, 1963 in Davidson County, the daughter of Marshall Goff and Violet Harris Goff. In addition to her parents Pam was preceded in death by her brother, Allan Goff.
Pam is survived by her daughters, Bethany Maloney and Mary...
Norman Earl Lanier
Jul 20, 2026
Norman Earl Lanier, 81, passed from his earthly life on Monday, July 20, 2026 following a courageous and valiant battle with cancer.
He was born March 2, 1945 at home in Pender County one of nine children born to Norman McCloud Lanier and Sidney Earl Walton Lanier. In addition to his parents Earl was preceded in death by his siblings, Rosamond...
Marsha Maultsby Hewett
Jul 19, 2026
Marsha Elaine Maultsby Hewett, 78, of Wilmington, North Carolina, went to her heavenly home in the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 19, 2026.
Marsha graduated from New Hanover High School and UNCW Nursing School. She worked as a well-respected registered nurse for over 40 years at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington and later as...
Claudia Kopacz Bullers
Jul 18, 2026
Claudia Kopacz Bullers passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 18, 2026, from complications of Huntington’s disease.
Claudia was born on October 4, 1958, in Sharpsville, PA to Mary and Ed Kopacz. She graduated from Grove City College in 1980 and soon after married her husband of 46 years, Brian Bullers. They, along with their three children, Alana, Katie and...
Robert Wesley Sipper
Jul 18, 2026
Robert Wesley Sipper, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
He was born January 22, 1945 in Wake County, the son of Harvey Sipper and Dorothy Ruth Alford Sipper.
Robert is survived by his sons, Wesley Sipper and Greg Sipper (Patricia); his daughter, Winter Harlow (Ben Stanton); grandchildren, Dylan Sipper and Kinsley Stanton; great grandchildren, Lilly Sipper and Gracie Sipper;...
Eva White Jones
Jul 17, 2026
Eva White Jones, a gracious, kind and loving lady passed gently from her earthly life on Friday, July 17, 2026 at the age of 97. She was born March 27, 1929, in Rocky Point, the daughter of William King White and Berta Cowan White
In addition to her parents Eva was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gordon Jones and...
Corinna Faye Henry Campbell
Jul 17, 2026
Corinna Faye Henry Campbell, 71, of Leland, North Carolina, passed peacefully from her earthly life on Friday, July 17, 2026 at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
She was born in New Hanover County, North Carolina, daughter of the late Charles Clifford Henry, Jr. and the late Betty Thaye Tharp Rabon.
In addition to her parents, Corinna was preceded in death...
Marie Saunders Riley
Jul 16, 2026
Marie Olive Saunders Riley, 95, passed away at the Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Center in Wilmington, NC, on Thursday, July 16, 2026.
She was born November 5, 1930 in Montgomery County, NC to the late Samuel and Cynthia Saunders. Along with her parents, Marie is preceded in death by her husband, James Riley; and 8 siblings.
Marie is survived by her daughter,...
Bobby Ray "B-Bob" Graley
Jul 16, 2026
Bobby Ray ”B-Bob” Graley, also known fondly as Papa Hoot, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday, July 16, 2026. He was born February 9, 1937, to the late Mettie Ray and Mary Ketchum Grayley in Midkiff, West Virginia. He was also proceeded in death by his wife of 42 years, Delcie Graley; his sister-in-law, Myrtle Marie...
Ida Mae Barnhill Keith
Jul 15, 2026
Ida Mae Barnhill Keith, 90, of Wilmington, North Carolina, passed peacefully from her earthly life on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at Novant Health Scotts Hill Medical Center.
She was born on May 14, 1936, in Pender County, North Carolina, daughter of the late Robert Powell Barnhill and the late Beadie Mae Wilson Barnhill.
In addition to...
Thomas "Tommy" Ray Blake
Jul 13, 2026
Thomas Ray Blake, 79, of Wilmington, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington.
He was born on January 9, 1947, in Wilmington to the late Harry and Myrtle Sloop Blake.
Tommy, a pipefitter and plumber, proudly served his country as a SGT in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed...
Alice Faye Osborne
Jul 13, 2026
Alice “Faye” Osborne, 77, of Winnabow, passed away on July 13, 2026, at home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on July 12, 1949, in Raleigh, NC, to the late Eula Mae Mumford Vause.
Faye loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed banana splits, shopping, and going out to eat.
Faye is survived by her beloved husband...
Rev. Elliotte LeRoy "Roy" Brewton, Jr.
Jul 12, 2026
The Rev. Elliotte LeRoy Brewton, Jr. (Roy), 87, of Wilmington, North Carolina, peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday morning, July 12, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Roy is survived by his beloved wife, Martha “Bebe” Steward Brewton; his children, Elizabeth Angel, Elliotte LeRoy Hill (Lynn), Beverly Brewton Leonard (Ron) and Rebecca “Becky”...
Daniel Wayne Schaeffer
Jul 11, 2026
Daniel Wayne Schaeffer, 55, of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington after a brief illness due small cell lung carcinoma.
Dan is preceded in death by his beloved mother, Nancy Clarkson Jewell and his two very best childhood friends Matt Mason and Jeremy.
Dan is survived by his loving family...
Edward "ED" Neil Fincannon
Jul 11, 2026
Edward Neil Fincannon, 72, called Ed by family and Buddy by friends passed from his earthly life Saturday, July 11, 2026 at home.
He was born January 29, 1954 in Wilmington, the son of the late Warlick Temple Fincannon and Doris Irene Barnes Fincannon, who died at an early age leaving young children for Warlick Temple to raise. Later Warlick married...
James Bryant Elixson, Jr.
Jul 10, 2026
James Bryant Elixson, Jr., 74, passed peacefully on Friday, July 10, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born January 5, 1952 in Duplin County, the son of James Bryant Elixson, Sr. and Reba Hardee Elixson. In addition to his parents James was preceded in death by his siblings, Barbara McLaughlin, David Elixson, and Reba Phillips.
James is survived...
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