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Parker nfant son of Lavonda Mckoy of Kelly and Johnny Adams, died Monday, April 28, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital, Elizabethtown. Arrangements will be announced by Nixon-Lewis Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Burgaw. Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008

Eric Sharif Abdelhady, 25, of Wilmington, died Saturday, April 19, 2008, at his residence from complications of Muscular Dystrophy.
He was born in Bridgeport, CT, March 30, 1983. Eric was a graduate of New Hanover High School and attended Cape Fear Community College. He was an avid comic book fan and collector and a real live super hero. He was a friend to all and always thinking of others. He is so happy to be reunited with his savior, Jesus Christ.
Eric is survived by his mother, Linda Rains, his stepdad, Bruce Rains; his father, Hady Abdelhady of CT; his brothers, Omar and Adam Abdelhady of Wilmington,; his stepsisters, Amanda Walker of Nashville, TN, and Lauren Klomp of Atlanta, GA; his maternal grandmother, Jytte Davelaar of Oak Island, NC; his aunts and uncles, Tina and Brian Hakey of Boiling Springs, NC, and Derrick and Gillian Davelaar of Oxford, CT; and several cousins.
The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 7 to 8:30 PM at Andrews Valley Chapel. The funeral service will be at 2 PM, Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Paul Waters officiating. Interment will follow at Oleander Memorial Gardens.
The family would like to express their special thanks to Maxim Home Care Services and the Lower Cape Fear Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities, Charitable Accounting, One Kroc Drive, Oak Brook, IL 60523
Andrews Valley Chapel
Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008

Marion Abrom of 4229 Brinkman Drive, died Sunday, April 13, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at noon Saturday at Faith Temple COGIC. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 4/15/2008

Sue Allison, 64, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 12, 2008.
Sue was born April 11, 1944 in Burlington, NC, daughter of Mary Shelton Jones and the late Ernest Jones.
Mrs. Allison was a long time resident of Kure Beach.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband of 42 years, William Allison; two sons, Scott Allison of Greensboro, NC, and Chris Allison and wife, Anna, of Wilmington, NC; and a sister, Jeanette Johnson and husband, Sid, of Graham, NC.
A memorial service will be held at 7 pm Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Andrews Valley Chapel with Rev. Darryl Peeples officiating. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening at the funeral home from 6 pm until the service hour. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Sue's memory to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/15/2008

LELAND -- Evelyn B. Ames, 91, of Leland passed away Thursday, April 10, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice in Wilmington. Born in Morgantown, WV, in 1916, her parents were the late Alvin M. Brothers and Edna R. Brothers.
Evelyn is survived by daughters Jo Ann O'Quinn and husband, Kenneth, of Castle Hayne, and Kathy Ames of Leland; granddaughter, Sharon O'Quinn of Wilmington; and brother, Frederick J. Brothers of Rome, GA. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Dayton Sisler and Robert Ames; brother, Monroe Brothers.
The funeral service will be held 5:00 PM Sunday in the chapel of Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, 3915 Oleander Drive. The family will receive friends on Saturday evening at the funeral home from 6:00 until 8:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A service of Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444.
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008

RALEIGH -- W. Edward Anderson, 78, passed away at his home on Wednesday morning, April 23, 2008.
Ed was born on May 14, 1929, in Statesville, North Carolina, the son of Frank and Bertha Anderson. He was the retired Vice-President of Sir Walter Chevrolet Co., Pylon Commercial Park and Anderson Realty.
A graduate of Oak Ridge Military Academy and East Carolina University, he was a lifelong member of Edenton Street United Methodist Church, serving on its Administrative Board. Ed was also on the Board of Wake Rehab Center. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean Conflict.
Ed was a member of the Carolina Country Club, Cape Fear Country Club in Wilmington and the Surf Club at Wrightsville Beach.
Surviving are his wife, Fay Jackson Anderson, two daughters, Elizabeth Purrington of Raleigh and Nina Cheney of Atlanta, Georgia; son-in-law John Purrington of Raleigh; and six grandchildren, Jackson Vietor Purrington, Edward Anderson Purrington, and Sally Townsend Purrington of Raleigh; Anderson Drake Cheney, John Brown Cheney and Lucy Ware Cheney of Atlanta, Georgia. He is also survived by his brother, Graham Anderson (Dot) and sister-in-law, Jean Norwood Anderson, all of Raleigh.
A memorial service will be held at Edenton Street United Methodist Church on Saturday, April 26, at 2:00 pm.
Those wishing to make a memorial may do so to the Anderson Athletic Endowment Fund, Peace College, 15 East Peace Street, Raleigh, NC 27604-1194.
Published in the Star-News from 4/24/2008 - 4/26/2008 

Robert Allen Andrews Jr. of Wrightsville Beach died April 24, 2008, at home.
He was born March 22, 1945, in Lenoir County N.C. son of Robert Allen Andrews Sr. and Edna Rue Thomas Andrews of Wilmington.
Surviving in addition to his parents is his beloved wife of forty-four years, Shirley Jones Andrews of the home; children, Lisa O'Meara and husband Michael of Wilmington, Jamie Andrews and wife Katrina of Wilmington, Donna Batts and husband Jonathan of Wilmington; grandchildren, Corey Carmichael, Brittany Carmichael, Rhiannon O'Meara, Kaitlin Andrews, Sydney Andrews, Landon Batts and Maddoux 'Levi' Batts; brothers, Keith Andrews and wife Beverly of Wilmington and Kirk Andrews and wife Melissa of Wilmington; numerous nieces and nephews.
Mr. Andrews was president of R.A.J. Builders Inc. (Andrews Builders) for the past forty years. In his spare time, Mr. Andrews was a Corvette enthusiast. A funeral service will be held 1:30 p.m. Sunday April 27, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel. Interment will follow in Oleander Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Anchor Baptist Church 300 Futch Creek
Road Wilmington NC 28411.
A Market Street Chapel Service 
Published in the Star-News on 4/27/2008 
 
Otis Judson Atkinson Sr., 93, passed away on Friday, April 04, 2008.
Otis was preceded in death by his parents, Burt and Martha Garris Atkinson, his wife, Alean Carter Atkinson, three brothers, Earl, Delmus and Henry Atkinson, and two sisters, Fannie Farrow and Lydia Funderburke.
He is survived by four sons, Gene Atkinson and wife Lynn, O.J. Atkinson and wife Jean, Earl Atkinson and wife Josette, and Ray Atkinson and wife Shirley; ten grandchildren, Angie Frazier, Liza Vivolo, Donnie Cannon, Teresa Ward, Mary Dowless, and Phillip, Chris, Tonia, Jason and Obby Atkinson; and ten great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 7, 2008, at 11 am at Lake Forest Baptist Church with the Rev. Randy Speight officiating. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park with his grandsons and great- grandsons serving as pallbearers. The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 6 from 5-7 pm at the funeral home.
'Pop', as all knew him, was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He always carried a strong faith and we can rest peacefully knowing he is happily in the presence of his Lord. He was much loved and will truly be missed.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 

Baby Girl Cuthbertson, Aubre' Alexandria Murfree of Burlington, died Thursday, April 17, 2008, at Durham Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. today at the Murfree Family Cemetery, Warsaw. Rose Hill Funeral Home Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Edward St. Clair Bailey. 79, died Tuesday. April 15 at his home in Ashburn, VA. Mr. Bailey, mostly known as St. Clair was born in Bluefield. WV., to the late Edward S. Bailey Sr. and the late Nelle Peters Bailey. Interested in art from a very early age, St. Clair spent most of his elementary school years drawing cartoons and pictures ~ usually in class.
After a stint at Guilford College, majoring in Business Administration, he turned to his true calling and graduated from William and Mary (Richmond Professional Institute) then part of W&M - now Virginia Commonwealth University with a bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a major in Commercial Art.
After a three year period in the Army Counter Intelligence Corps, he went to work for the U.S. navy as a civilian graphics and publications director. During this lime he designed several Navy emblems including the Office of the General Counsel and the Navy Audit Seal. He also designed the award presented to the Navy Seabee Corps for outstanding service.
After retirement in 1987, Mr. Bailey worked for the Senior Communications Services as a consultant and served as the Vice President. During this time he won the IABC (International Association of Business Communicators) award of excellence for the design and layout of a full color magazine called "Bridges to the Future" done for the Office of the Chief of Naval Research.
After moving to Wilmington., NC, in 1992. St. Clair Bailey was active in the Wilmington Art Association, serving as head of the Azalea Spring Show Committee in 1993 and as the Vice president in 1994. He also attended many workshops given by top nationally known artists in the area and enjoyed them all while broadening his experience. His artwork has been displayed at the Wilmington Gallery in Wilmington, NC. and at the support Gallery in Southport. NC.
In 2006 after the death of his wife. St. Clair relocated to Northern Virginia to be close to his son and his family.
His wife Vivian Gwynne Broadus Bailey predeceases him in 2006. He is survived by his three children. Mike Bailey of Baltimore. MI). Terrie Bailey of Charlotte. NC. and Edward Bailey of Ashburn, VA; one brother. Bill Bailey of San Antonio. TX; and four grandchildren.
Graveside services and interment will he held on Friday, April 18 at 1:00 pm at the Vauters Church Cemetery in Lorretto. VA. Arrangements by Loudoun Funeral Chapel, Leesburg. VA.
Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008 

Margaret Davis Layton Baltzegar died on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Life Care Center after a brief illness. Margaret was born in Landrum, S.C. on February 25, 1921 and was the daughter of the late Samuel Marvin Layton Sr. and Elise Davis Layton.
Margaret and her husband George Croft Baltzegar, Jr. moved from Anderson, S.C. to Wilmington in 1947, where they were both employed by Southern Bell Telephone. After her husbands death in 1953, Margaret continued working with Southern Bell until her retirement in 1982. Margaret was an active member of Trinity United Methodist Church, and a member of the Women's Circle. She especially enjoyed the trips made with the 'Trinity Travelers.'
Margaret enjoyed gardening, a gift she inherited from her mother, traveling the world with special friends, reading, and being among friends and family.
She is survived by her daughter Kathryn Baltzegar Bostic and husband Durwood of Goldsboro, N.C., brother, Samuel Marvin Layton, Jr. and wife Anne of Monroe, NC, sister, Mary Layton Parker of Spartanburg, S.C., nieces Beverly Parker Stephenson and husband Matt and Laura Layton Hilton and husband Dane, nephews, Alex Mackey, Donnie Parker, and David Parker. Margaret was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Elise Davis Layton Mackey.
A funeral service will be held 2pm Wednesday April 23, 2008 at Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in Masonboro Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6 pm to 8 pm Tuesday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Memorial may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice or to the American Cancer Society.
A Market Street Chapel Service 
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Mac Bannerman, 86, of Rose Hill, died Saturday, April 12, 2008, at Duplin General Hospital, Kenansville.
Arrangements will be announced by Rose Hill Funeral Home, Rose Hill. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Minnie Baptist, 78, of 364 Vernon Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y., and formerly of Thomasboro, died Monday, April 7, 2008, in New York. Arrangements will be announced by Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 
 
Perry B. Barnett, 89, of Jacksonville, FL, passed away Monday, March 31, 2008. He was born in Tazewell, Virginia to Alexander & Frances "Fannie" Barnett. He was a loving & devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather & friend.
Perry worked in the shipyards of Wilmington during WWII building Liberty ships. He then later worked for the ACL railroad and moved to Jacksonville, FL as a statistician after a merger with the CSX railroad. He raised his family in Jacksonville and was an active member of Mandarin Presbyterian Church.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Hazel J. Barnett of Jacksonville, FL; sons, Michael L. Barnett (Rose) of Jacksonville, FL & M. Jonathan Barnett of Gainesville, FL; one brother; two sisters; three grandchildren; five great grandchildren and many other family & friends.
Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at Greenlawn Memorial Park with Rev. Michael L. Barnett officiating.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 
 
Anita Ruth Beck, 74, of Wilmington, NC, died Friday, March 28, 2008 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Newark, NJ on June 13, 1933, the daughter of the late Kurt and Johanne Kloss Glaeser.
A graduate of Montclair State University in New Jersey, Anita taught in a Foreign Language in Elementary School program in Hackensack, NJ and later in an English as a Second Language program in Princeton, NJ.
A lifelong Methodist, Anita was an active member of the Grace United Methodist Church in Wilmington, NC. She was an expert embroiderer. She enjoyed camping and canoeing, and traveled extensively with her husband.
She is survived by her loving husband, George Beck of Wilmington, NC; sons, Frederick Beck of Bennettsville, SC and Kenneth Beck of Woodland, CA; grandson, Will Beck of Bennettsville, SC.
A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at Grace United Methodist Church by Rev. Clyde Denny.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 8:00 pm Tuesday at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Anita's memory to the American Cancer Society, 930-B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News from 3/31/2008 - 4/1/2008 

J D Beck,  76, of Clarendon, died Sunday, April 27, 2008. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Peacock Funeral Home, Whiteville. Entombment will be in Peacock's Columbus Memorial Park Mausoleum. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008 

Janice "Jan" Jurs Bell, age 79, of Burgaw died Thursday, April 10, 2008, at her home. She was born on May 19, 1928, in Cascade, Wisconsin, to Benjamin and Vivian Clark Jurs. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Lacy M. Bell, Jr. and her sister, Kay J. Hodges.
Mrs. Bell served proudly in the US Navy where she met and married the love of her life, Lacy Bell. They shared a wonderful and happy marriage for 51 years. Jan was a devoted wife and loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Next to her family Jan dearly loved her Tuesday and Thursday bridge games and her cherished friends that she has played with for many years.
Jan was known for her quick wit, engaging smile and her joyful spirit. She was loved and will be greatly missed.
Mrs. Bell was a member of Burgaw Presbyterian Church and worked for thirty years as bookkeeper for Pender Gas and Oil Company.
Surviving are her son, Lacy "Tripp" M. Bell III and his wife, Connie of Currie; daughter, Mary Kay Williams and her husband, Jeffrey, of Topsail Beach; grandchildren, Ashley Bell and his wife, Shanna, Anna Bell, Hanna Bell, Nealie Williams and Jeffrey Williams; great grandchildren, Aly Bell and Malya Bell; brother, David Jurs and wife, Barbara, of Wisconsin and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday in the Fellowship Hall of Burgaw Presbyterian Church, one hour prior to the memorial service. A memorial service will be at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday at Burgaw Presbyterian Church with The Rev. Dr. Ray Mendenhall officiating.
Interment will follow in Burgaw Cemetery.
The family suggests that memorial gifts may be given to Burgaw Presbyterian Church, PO Box 565, Burgaw NC 28425 or to the charity of one's choice.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 

Pat Bell, PNC, U.S. Navy, Retired, 63, of Goldsboro, N.C., died Saturday, April 5, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, N.C.
Mrs. Bell retired from the U.S. Navy after 20 years of service, and for 12 of those years she was employed with the White House Communications Agency.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 12:00 - 1:00 pm Saturday at the Bell Family Cemetery in Smyrna.
She is survived by her husband of 36 years, James Bell of the home; son, Michael V. Bell of Fort Benning, GA; and two brothers, Thomas Leonard of Rocky Point, NC and Wayne Leonard of Goldsboro, NC.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Theron Leonard. The family will receive friends 7:00 - 8:00 pm Friday at Munden Funeral Home. Flowers are welcome, or memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 930-B Wellness Dr., Greenville, NC 27834.
Arrangements are by Munden Funeral Home, Morehead City, NC.
Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008 

Harris J Bellamy, 78, of 960 Mount Calvary Road, Clarkton, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. today at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008 

Ben, Cassie M., died Friday, March 28, 2008. The funeral will be Saturday at Vaughn C. Greene Funeral Home, 8728 Libety Road, Randallstown, Md. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Bennett, Robert 'Bobby' Therrin, 64, of Beulaville, died Sunday, April 27, 2008, at Lenoir Memorial Hospital, Kinston. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Union Valley Baptist Church Cemetery. Worthington
Funeral Home, Chadbourn. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Charlie R. Benton, Sr., 71, of Leland, passed away Friday evening, April 4, 2008, at his residence.
Mr. Benton was born in Leland, NC, September 24, 1936, son of the late Julius Benton and Estelle Peavy Benton.
He was an independent truck driver, a veteran of the United States Air Force and was a Mason. Mr. Benton enjoyed carpentry and had worked on several local movie sets, and also worked on antique cars restoring and repairing upholstery. He attended Pine Valley Church of God.
Surviving is his soulmate of fourteen years, Pauline Royall; three children, Charlie R. Benton, Jr., Gregory Dale Benton and wife Tracy, and Robert Royall and wife Marie; four step-children, Gregory Allen Royall and his fiancée, Miranda Aycock, Christopher Royall, Clifton Royall and wife L'Tanya, and Sarah Coston and husband Frankie; and eight grandchildren. Also, two grandchildren preceded him in death.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday, April 7, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum by Pastor Richard Williford. Military honors will be accorded by the United States Air Force.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 
 
Benton, Paula Jean Reichardt, 41, of Chadbourn, died Sunday, April 06, 2008, at Duke University Medical Center, Durham. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at Worthington Funeral Home. Burial will be in Chadbourn Memorial Cemetery. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 

Barbara Biggs was born February 16, 1920, and went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 22, 2008.
She was predeceased by her husband Dewey Biggs and her daughters Connie Girard and Bonnie Easley. Barbara was a native Wyandotte Indian and was proud of her heritage. She was a humble person who gave unselfishly to strangers, friends and family alike. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and was a woman of many talents among which included her serving as a "Rosie the Riveter" during WWII. Despite difficult life circumstances, she always managed to endure and make the most of each situation, always putting others needs before her own.
She leaves behind a loving family to continue her legacy which includes 3 daughters, Helen Farmer, Penny Kuebrich, and Sheila Koone; 1 son, John Easley; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; devoted friends and her dog Sarah. Barbara will be missed but never forgotten.
A private celebration of her life will be held at the family homestead on April 24th, 2008.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 or to the local Humane Society.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Supply
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008 

Blalock, Marjorie Reville Edwards, 85, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 7 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home, Beulaville. A graveside service will be at 2:30 p.m. Sunday in Oakdale Cemetery, Wilmington.  Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 

Blanton, Lucy A.,  87, of 244 Stockinghead Road, Rose Hill, died Thursday, April 17, 2008, at Duplin General Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Padgett Funeral Home, Wallace. Burial will be in Devotional Gardens.  Published in the Star-News on 4/20/2008 
 
RALEIGH – Darlene Deneen Bolon, 46, passed away on April 11, 2008, at Rex Hospital, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.
Darlene was born on October 23, 1961, in Champion, Ohio, the daughter of Jane and Dan Deneen. She is survived by her two sons, Martin and Carson, her husband Tom, her parents, her brothers Randy and Doug and many, many special friends.
Darlene graduated from New Hanover High School in 1980 and from UNC in 1984. She and Tom were married in 1989 while overlooking the water on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.
She was a wonderful mother and wife, loving and nurturing her sons and husband. Her sons were her treasure. She brought many smiles and much laughter to all those around her. She will be missed by all, but leaves the fondest memories.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 o'clock Tuesday morning, April 15, 2008, at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, Wake Forest, North Carolina. Burial will follow in Pine Forest Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Wake County, 1300 St.
Mary's Street, 4th Floor, Raleigh, NC 27605.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:30 Monday evening, April 14, 2008, with a prayer service at 8:30 P.M. at Bright Funeral Home, 405 South Main Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587, (919-556-5811).
www.brightfunerals.com
Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008 
 
John Temple Boone, Jr. passed peacefully from this life at his home in the company of family on April 7, 2008 after a courageous battle against a brain tumor. He exhibited a strong positive attitude, great perseverance and grace throughout his illness.
John was born in East Orange, New Jersey on December 6, 1935, the son of John Temple Boone and Lydia Williams Boone. He was predeceased by both his parents and his sister, Jewel Dian Boone.
John graduated from Hopkins Grammar School, New Haven, Ct. in 1953 and from Washington & Lee University in 1957. In 1965, he married Katherine Ker Shepard of Cleveland, Ohio.
John enjoyed a successful business career in advertising and consumer products marketing. He held management positions at American Home Products, STP Corp., and Alberto Culver where he ended his career as Vice-President of the North American Consumer Products Division. While beginning his career in New York City, John's professional life moved him to Boca Raton, Florida, and Chicago, Illinois before settling on Wilmington, North Carolina for his retirement.
In 1998, John and his wife Kay retired and began sharing time between Wilmington, North Carolina and more recently Melvin Village, New Hampshire. Throughout his life, John was blessed with family and friends with whom he shared his passion for golf, his love of hunting and appreciation of gardening. John's enthusiasm, humor and charm, long enjoyed by family and friends will be greatly missed.
John is survived by his wife of 42 years, Katherine Ker Shepard Boone, and his 3 children: H. Shepard (Shep) Boone and his wife, Jennifer, Katherine Dunbar (Dunbar) Boone Okeson and her husband Lars, and John Temple (J.T.) Boone III. He is also survived by six grand children, Gunnar, Armor and Kristina Okeson and Zachary, Ethan and Trent Boone, all of whom will carry with them good memories of their times spent with Granddad.
The family would like to give heartfelt thanks to all of John's many friends who sent their best wishes and never ending support throughout his battle with cancer; and to the many people who worked compassionately and tirelessly to make John's last month comfortable and peaceful.
A graveside service for family and friends will be held at Oakdale Cemetery on Friday, April 11 at 2 pm. A reception will be held at the Boone's home following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to The Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center at Duke University Medical Center, 1st Tee of Wilmington, North Carolina, and The Lower Cape Fear Hospice, Wilmington, North Carolina. A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008 

Joseph Herbert Bost, Jr., age 87 died Saturday, April 19, 2008.
Herbert was born in Wilmington November 14, 1920, the son of the late Beta Mae Starr and Joseph Herbert Bost, Sr. He was preceded in death by his only brother, Earl Eugene Bost.
He was a graduate of New Hanover High School and a lifelong member of St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church. He was employed by Corbett Lumber and Packaging Co. until his retirement in 1985.
Surviving is his wife of 64 years of marriage, Lucy Woolsey Bost; a sister, Marie Brown and two special nieces, Janet Somersett and Judy Brinson (Gabriel) and numerous other loved ones.
The family will receive friends Monday evening from 5 to 7 PM at Andrews Market Street Chapel. The funeral service will be 11 AM, Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church. Interment will follow in Oakdale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church Building Fun, 612 S. College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403.
Andrews Market Street Chapel
Published in the Star-News on 4/20/2008 
 
Boswell, Lillie Lee Walker, 72, of Clarkton, died Monday, April 21, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Worthington Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Walker Family Cemetery, Chadbourn. Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008 

Roosevelt "Buddy" Boswell, age 90, of Currie died Sunday, April 20, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was born October 11, 1917, in Wilmington, the son of the late Dorse and Carrie Elizabeth Hicks Boswell. He was also predeceased by his wife, Pearl Lewis Boswell; a sister, Nellie Bollinger and a stepdaughter, Elizabeth Strickland.
Mr. Boswell was the oldest member of Bear Branch Baptist Church. He served his country honorably in the NC National Guard and worked in the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Surviving are his son, David Earl Boswell of Wilmington; stepdaughters, Hester Bradley of Tampa, FL and Sudie Mae Parniawski of Milford, CT; brothers, Robert "Bobby" Boswell and wife, Eunice of Leland, Ardell Boswell and Dorse Boswell, Jr. and wife, Marie all of Wilmington; sisters, Ollie M. Benton of Leland, Carrie Malpass and husband, Eugene of Currie, Ida Pearl Fales, Fannie M. Stephenson and Dollie E. Potter all of Wilmington; special friend, Tressie Moore of Currie; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews and nieces.
Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Friday at Bear Branch Baptist Church with The Rev. Douglas Fairfax officiating. Burial will follow in Moore Family Cemetery.
The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008 

On November 12, 1960, Jeffrey Keith Bowen, "Jeff" arrived at Dosher Memorial Hospital in Southport, NC, born to James A. and Joyce C. Bowen. He grew to be a charming young man with a hearty smile that drew people to him. He had a good word for everyone and a boyish zest for life. He was an all-around athlete who loved to swim and sail. He played baseball and was an All Conference football player for South Brunswick High School, and later in life enjoyed a challenging game of golf. At one time he played drums professionally in Wilmington and operated his own landscaping business.
He will be missed deeply by his older sister, Dawn Worden and husband Neil, niece, Tara Worden, nephew, Trevor Worden, his younger sister, Beverly Bey and husband Barry, and younger brother Rex Bowen, Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Margaret Champion as well as many cousins, extended family and friends.
Visitation will be Friday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 at Peacock Newnam and White Funeral Home located at 1411 N. Howe Street in Southport, NC. There will be a service celebrating his life at 3:00pm on Saturday at the same location, immediately followed by internment at Northwood Cemetery. Pallbearers are Ernie Champion, Neil Worden, Barry Bey, Craig Morrison, Kevin Jones, David Champion. Honorary pallbearers are Trevor Worden and Stephen Wilson. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to The First Tee of Wilmington, PO Box 15096, Wilmington, NC 28408-5096.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 4/25/2008 

Amy Roselle Moore Boykin, 56, died Saturday, April 5, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Community Funeral Home, Warsaw. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/7/2008 

Lee Sentell Braddy Jr, infant, of 114 Steed Court, Maxton, son of Vicky Page and Lee Braddy, died Monday, April 28, 2008, at Scotland Memorial Hospital, Laurinburg. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at McLeod
Cemetery, Maxton. S&L Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Maxton. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Alice Ashley Brady,  82, of 1806 Jumpin Run, died Sunday, April 6, 2008, at Cypress Pointe Rehabilitation. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Floyd Funeral Services Chapel, Fairmont. Burial will be in Floyd Memorial
Cemetery.  Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008 

Brewer, Cora Howard, 88, of Burgaw, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Pender Memorial Hospital.
No services will be held at this time. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008 

Mr. Charlie William Browder, 87, of Wilmington, formerly of Greensboro, died Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Mariner Health Care in Wilmington.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, 11:00 a.m., at Westminster Gardens, with full military honors. Mr. Browder was born April 2, 1921 in Stokes Co., the son of Charlie Nathaniel and Eva Rae Linville Browder.
Charlie was a US Army veteran, serving during WWII. He was a welder for Fabristeel until his retirement, a job he thoroughly enjoyed. Charlie was a member of Mount Pisgah Baptist Church in Supply, NC, and enjoyed gardening and farming. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
In addition to his parents, Charlie was preceded in death by his first wife, Rachel Langley Browder and two sisters, Harriett Hinsley and Lois Hademan.
Surviving is his wife, Nina Browder of Supply; daughter, Jane Goodwin and husband Jerry of Greensboro; three grandchildren, Bill Goodwin, Michael (Lynn) Goodwin and Karen (David) Eberenz; nine great grandchildren, Will, Thomas, Sarah, Jacob, Aaron, Nick, Hannah, Rachel and Grace.
The family will receive friends following the service at the home of his daughter Jane, 1802 Brookcliff Drive in Greensboro. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, 4-A Oak Branch Drive, Greensboro, NC 27407. Hanes-Lineberry N. Elm Chapel is assisting the Browder family.
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Beth Brown, 59, of Wilmington, NC, died Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
She was born on August 29, 1948, in Lawrence County, TN.
Surviving is her husband, Newman Smith of Wilmington, NC; three sons, Eric Brown of Lynchburg, TN, Shane Brown of Wilmington, NC, and Anthony Brown of Seattle, WA; four stepchildren; and thirteen grandchildren.
A Memorial Mass will be held in Lawrenceburg, TN.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations are requested to be sent to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/10/2008 

Charles Brown, 63, of Wilmington, NC, died unexpectedly Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Charles was born September 11, 1944, in Hickory, NC, son of the late LeRoy Brown and Bettie Pierce Brown. His sister, Ann Brown Woodruff, preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Moore Brown; his beloved children, of whom he was so proud, two sons, Charles Corbett Brown and Joshua Bradley Brown of Wilmington, NC; daughter, Bethany Quinn Brown of Boone, NC; step-son, William Scott Hubbs of Austin, TX; sister, Sandy Brown Jenkins of Jacksonville, FL; brother, Glenn Brown of Wilmington, NC; aunt, Gladys Sparks of Jacksonville, FL; and uncle, Earl Brown of Jacksonville, NC.
Charles graduated Boston College with a degree in computer science and graduate studies at Clemson University. He was employed by KOSA for 30 years. After his retirement, he was associated with Hoover Enterprises, Wilmington, NC, as Restoration Manager. He was of the Catholic faith and attended St. Mary Catholic Church. Charles was a quiet man, who kept much to himself; however, should anyone be down on their luck and needed help with anything, he gave freely. His favorite charity was "Meals on Wheels". He loved his pets, Taffy, Angel, Davis, Misty and Lottie.
The Tar Heels and New York Yankees were his teams, both of which he could give accurate histories of coaches and players dating back to the 1950's. Memorial gifts may be made to Meals on Wheels, 203 S. Union St, Alexandria, VA 22314, or to the charity of one's choice.
No memorial service is planned at this time.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008 

TEACHEY -- Gail Manley Brown, beloved wife of Danny Lee Brown, born March 5, 1949, died at her home in Teachey, North Carolina, on Saturday, April 19, 2008.
Gail was the daughter of Hilda Manley (Carter) and the late Lloyd Oats Manley. She is survived by her devoted husband of 41 years, Danny; her mother, Hilda; her three daughters, Tonya Brown Harris (Tim) of Wilmington, NC; Jenny Brown Rich (Jimmie) of Wake Forest, NC; and Brandi Brown Ray (Kris) of Ashland, Ohio; her sisters. Sherry Manley, Joan English (Charlie), and Edie Flewellin (Chris); her grandchildren, Jenna, Tanner, Jamison, Vivian and Biythe; several loved in-laws, Libby (Charles), Jimmy (Dorothy), Larry (Frances); many cousins, nieces, and nephews; special guardian angels; lots of good friends; and several cherished pets. She was predeceased by her beloved father, 'Oats' Manley, and cherished stepfather, Thomas Carter.
The family received many friends on Saturday and Sunday at the home. Visitation was held at Community Funeral Home, Rose Hill, on Monday, April 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. and funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 22, at 2 pm. The funeral will be officiated by family member Rev. Russell Heiland of Unity Christ Church of Wilmington and assisted by Rev. Richard Phillips of Corinth Baptist Church. Casket bearers will be: Gregory Brown, Anthony Ezzell, Joe Matthews, Joey Nemeth, Wayne Nemeth and Jack Sandlin. Burial will take place at Riverview Memorial.
Community Funeral Home of Warsaw, N.C.
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

WILMINGTON -- Gerald W. Brown, 47, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008. The funeral service will be conducted Saturday at 2 pm in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel in Greenville, NC. Burial will follow in Pinewood Memorial Park.
Mr. Brown, a native of Okmulgee, OK, served in the United States Air Force for 15 years. He lived in Pikeville for a number of years prior to moving to Wilmington in 2001. For the past seven years he had driven a truck for Horizon Tank Lines. An avid motor cyclist, he was a member of the Honda Gold Wings Chapter, Q Sea Wings of Wilmington.
He was preceded in death by his father, Franklin Richard Lee Brown.  He is survived by his :wife of 22 years, Patsy Mills Brown; son, Doug Price and wife, Bobbie Lou, of Farmville; daughter, Sabrina A. Sutton and husband, Juddson, of Wilmington; grandchildren, Noah S. Sutton and Kai W. Sutton, both of Wilmington; mother, Cora Brown Smart of Okmulgee, OK; brother, Richard Lee Brown and wife Karolen, of Macon, MO; niece, Amanda Jo Brown of Macon, MO; nephew, Franklin Eugene Brown and wife, Buffie, of Oklahoma City, OK.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 pm on Friday at Wilkerson Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Gold Wings Chapter, Q Sea Wings, 125 Southwold Drive, Wilmington,
NC 28409.
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Brown, Linda Gail, 59, of Teachey, died Saturday, April 19, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Community
Funeral Home, Rose Hill.  Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008 

Island B. Brown 'I.B.', 85, of Wilmington, NC, died Monday, April 14, 2008, at his residence. He was born on September 21, 1922, in Wilmington, NC, the son of the late Richard E. and Elizabeth Brown.
Mr. Brown served as a Deacon and Elder at Winter Park Presbyterian Church. He was also a Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop 218 as well as being a Mason. Mr. Brown was a veteran of the US Army Air Corp having served during WWII where he spent time as a POW in Germany. He was awarded a Purple Heart and went on to earn the rank of 1st Sergeant in the Army Reserves, 993rd Transportation Unit, before his retirement. Mr. Brown also spent forty-two years working for the N.C. Employment Security Commission. I.B. enjoyed cars, old and new, as well as traveling the country with his wife and friends in their motor home. Most of all, he loved his family, especially his wife.
Surviving is his wife of sixty-two years, Allene Williams Brown; two sons, Richard Bennett Brown and Robert Lee Brown; one grandson, Scott Ryan Brown and wife Allison; and one great granddaughter, Anna Ryan Brown.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Oleander Memorial Gardens followed by a memorial service at 2:00 pm Wednesday at Winter Park Presbyterian Church with Dr. Madison M. Highfill and Rev. Emile Harley officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the memorial service in the church fellowship hall.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th St., Wilmington, NC, 28401 or to Winter Park Presbyterian Church, 4501 Wrightsville Ave., Wilmington, NC, 28403.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/16/2008 

Bryant, Clarence 'Pee-Wee' Irvin, 56, of Warsaw, died Sunday, April 6, 2008, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital, Greenville. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Rose Hill Funeral Home, Rose Hill. Burial will be in the Rose Hill Funeral Home Cemetery, Magnolia. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/10/2008 

Eugene Thomas Bryant succumbed to failing health conditions on Monday, March 31, 2008 in Wilmington, NC.
Gene was born on October 30, 1948, the son of Herman Graham Bryant Sr. and Virginia Cox Bryant who preceded him in death.
He graduated from New Hanover High School in 1968. He served in the US Navy aboard the USS Sampson based in Charleston, S.C.
He is survived by his beloved wife of thirty years, Kathleen Brown Bryant; one brother Herman G Bryant Jr. and wife Sara of Wilmington; one sister, Patricia Bryant Newton and husband Robert of Columbus GA; four nephews and two nieces.
The family will receive friends at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home on Thursday, April 3, 2008 from 6-7 pm. Burial services will be held privately at a later date.
Tributes and Condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.mem.com.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008 

Buffkin, James Roy, 83, died Friday, April 4, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Inman Funeral Home, Tabor City. Burial will be in the Spivey Cemetery, Tabor City. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008 

Burcham, Doris, 100, of Elizabethtown, died Friday, April 25, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by Kinlaw Funeral Home, Elizabethtown. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Burney, Thomas J., 61, of 10451 Old Fayetteville Road, Fayetteville, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Windsor United Methodist Church, Elizabethtown. Burial will be in the Jones Cemetery, Clarkton. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Billy Ervin Burton, age 54 of Turkey, NC, and formerly of Carolina Beach passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008.
Billy was born in Wilmington on November 24, 1953, the son of the late Erby Dalmas Burton and Mary Catherine Pugh Burton.
Billy was a commercial fisherman until disability forced him to retire. He was a extremely kind hearted , loving and thoughtful father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He will be missed by his family and many friends. His family will keep him in their hearts each and every day minute of their days.
Survivors include his girlfriend, Kristen James of the home in Turkey, NC; one son Christopher Burton and girlfriend Cary of the home; two daughters, Beverly Burton of Wilmington and Michelle Barber and husband Glenn of New Mexico; three grandchildren, Kayla, Daniel, and Bria; one brother, Erby D. 'Buddy' Burton, Jr. and wife Dawn; two sisters, Margaret Burton Faircloth and husband Billy, and Loran Burton Register and husband Donald, and his nieces and nephews. His former wife and best friend, Cathy Rackley.
A time of visitation for family and friends will be 7 to 9 pm Tuesday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Funeral services will be held 2 pm Wednesday, April 22, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel officiated by Rev. Allen Gainey and Rev. Paul Parton. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Joey Penny, Tommie Rackley, Allen Barber, 'Bubba' Johnson, Jr., Donald Register, and John Davis.
Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008 

Cain, Ashley Michelle 12, of 146 Lucille Lane, Clinton, died Saturday, March 29, 2008, at home. The funeral will
be at 3 p.m. Wednesday, April 2 at Carter Funeral Home in Garland. Burial will follow in Garland Cemetery. Service by Carter Funeral Home, Garland. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

SUPPLY – Mr. Willie 'Billy' Rhoades Caison age 77 of 2609 Wild Cat Court went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday April 21, 2008 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Caison was born in Brunswick County on July 8, 1930 and was the son of the late Jessie Rhodes Caison and Ruth E. Varnam Caison. Mr. Caison was a Devoted Christian and served the Lord at Gospel Center Baptist Church where he was a member and served as Deacon. He was a loving husband and devoted father. He was a commercial fisherman for 55 years and owned and operated the Shrimp Boat 'Bug Hunter.'
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Emma Lea Stanley Caison; two sons, Michael Rhodes Caison Sr. of Supply and Kevin Layne Caison and wife Tammy of Supply ; grandsons, Michael Rhodes Caison Jr. and wife Diana Ivey Caison, Grant Allan Caison , Trey Allan Caison; granddaughter, Katelyn Ellis; great granddaughter, Candice Evette Caison; honorary grandson, Lonnie Varnam; a brother, Bobby Gene Caison of Thurmond, NC; a sister, June Caison James of Wilmington.
Funeral services will be held Thursday April 24, 2008 at 2 pm at Gospel Center Baptist Church with Reverend Toddie Fennell, Reverend Leo Cannon, Reverend Doug Worley, Reverend Devon Varnam officiating.
Burial will follow in the Gospel Center Baptist Church Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be, Danny Galloway, Sammy Varnam, Pete Singletary, Eddie Galloway, James Arthur Robbins, Dusty Varnam.
Honorary pallbearers will be, Fonnie Ward, Richard Hallman, Ennis Swain, Bobby Hicks, Bob 'Barefoot Bob' Haney, Elwood Cheers and members of the Senior Adult Sunday School Class.
The family will receive friends from 7-9 this evening at Gospel Center Baptist Church and other times from the residence.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport 457-6944.
Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008 

Callihan, John Thomas Eugene   40, of Cerro Gordo, died Saturday, March 29. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. today at Worthington Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Salem Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery, Clarkton. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Carol Jean Caminiti, of Wilmington, died Monday, March 31, 2008 at New Hanover Regional
Medical Center.
She was born February 13, 1961 in Glen Ridge, NJ, the daughter of Julia Kozak Micklasavage
of Bloomfield, NJ and the late Theodore J. Micklasavage.
She is survived by her mother, Julia, her husband Frank Caminiti, two children, Alora Jean and
Frankie Caminiti, two brothers, Ted Micklasavage and wife Barbara of Wilmington, NC and John
Micklasavage and wife Christine of Caldwell, NJ, nieces and nephew, Christine, Alix, and John
Micklasavage, mother-in-law, Georgette Caminiti of Wilmington, NC, and sister-in-law, Marisa
Caminiti of Wilmington, NC.
A memorial service will be held 2 PM, Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at St. Mark Episcopal Church
with the Rev. Canon Victor Frederiksen officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center,
Duke University Medical Center, DUMC Box 3624, Durham, NC 27710.
Andrews Market Street Chapel. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Campbell, Annie R,  87, of Tabor City, died Saturday, April 12, 2008. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Westside Funeral Home Chapel, Tabor City. Westside Funeral Home, Tabor City. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008 

  ASH – April 8, 2008, Jeanette was visited by angels at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care and
Life Center following a long and courageous battle with Parkinson's disease, then taken away
to be with the Lord. In heaven she is elated to once again be with her parents, Herman Lee and
Essie Ludlum White, brothers, John and Eddie White, and husbands, Harold L. Bellamy, Sr.,
and John Wayne Campbell.
Mrs. Campbell was born June 28, 1937 to Herman and Essie White. She was one of six
children. She is survived by her son, Harold L. Bellamy, Jr., four step-children, Ken Campbell
(Tammy) of Shallotte, Kevin Campbell (Angie) of Leland, Terry Campbell (Vikki) Cullman, Ala.,
Carol Campbell, of Supply, two brothers, James (Jimmy) White, wife Stella of Ash, Junior
White wife Lou Ellen of Supply, one sister Lynda Britt Simmons, husband Fred of Supply, two
sisters-in-law, Ann White and Ann Knowles of Wilmington, nine step-grandchildren, six great
step-grandchildren, a heart sister, Lois Baccarny, two care givers, Marie Grissett and Tammy
Strickland.
Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Emmanuel Outreach Church, 2360
Russtown Rd., Longwood, N.C. with service to follow at 12:00 noon with Reverend Regan Mintz
officiating. Interment will follow in Brunswick Memorial Garden. The family will receive friends at
other times at the home of Jimmy and Stella White, 3763 Big Neck Rd., Ash, N.C.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in her memory to Brunswick Islands Food Pantry,
1672 Mt. Pisgah Rd., Supply, N. C. 28462.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008 

WILMINGTON, NC -- Wesley Martin Campbell, born March 12, 1951, died April 17, 2008. Martin
fought courageously in the battle with cancer and was finally called home by the Lord to join his
other family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton Chester and Blanche
Betts Campbell, his sisters Maebelle Campbell Johnson, Rubelle Campbell Jones,Katherine
Campbell Hutchinson. Brothers, Milton C. Campbell Jr. and Charles L. Campbell.
Mr. Campbell is survived by his wife of 35 years, Theresa Bowling Campbell of Wilmington; son,
Sean Campbell and Suzanne Mewborn Campbell of Irving, TX; and daughter, Jaime C. Palmer
and husband John of Gaston, SC; brother, David of Selma and sister Carolyn of Clayton. Because
the Campbell family was so large, there are numerous nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles and
more friends than on can mention. He left so many wonderful memories for his family and wishes
for their future.
Martin loved his family more that material items and everybody was always welcome in the
Campbell household. There was always plenty of food and love to go around to all who graced
their home. Now, Martin is in the home of the Lord and is at the ultimate peace. Those who knew
and loved him will miss him terribly, but we all know that his faith kept him going through the bad
times.
For over 25 years in Wake County, Martin was a general building contractor and built beautiful
homes over several areas. When the building industry went slack, Martin then worked part time at
Jordan Lake State Park as the maintenance mechanic for 2 years, then finally, full time at Carolina
Beach State Park, where he worked for 8 years. There, he made the friends that will always remain
in Theresa's heart. When he was ill, the rest of the State Park family from all over sent cards and
prayers and for that, his family will always be grateful. Martin was loved and respected for his work
and his family values.
A deep heartfelt thanks is given to Southeastern Nephrology who supported Theresa throughout
Martin's illness and allowed her to take the leave of absence to take care of Martin during his last
months. Their time together was proof of what true love and dedication means. They truly had a
marriage bound by God.
A celebration of his life will be held at Williford Funeral Home, 201 E. Academy St., Fuquay-
Varina on Monday, April 21st at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends at Williford Funeral Home on Sunday, April 20th from 6 - 8 PM.
Services entrusted to Williford Funeral Home. You may log onto www.willifordfuneralhome.com
to leave condolences.
Published in the Star-News on 4/20/2008 
 
Cape, Anna Patricia, 49, of Jacksonville, died Friday, April 18, 2008. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church, Jacksonville. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Thomas A. Carley, 76, of Wilmington, died Friday, April 18, 2008. He was born March 3, 1932 in
Islip, Long Island, NY.
Thomas served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
He is survived by five children, daughter, Patricia Carley, and four sons, Stephen T. Carley, Michael
Carley, William J. Carley, and Gregory J. Carley; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be 11 am Thursday, April 24, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel with Rev.
 Bob Kus officiating.
The family will receive friends Thursday, at the funeral home, from 10 am until the service hour.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com.
A Market Street Chapel Service.
Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008 

Carlisle, Estelle Tripp, 89, of Ash, died Monday, March 31, 2008. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Carlisle Family Cemetery. Inman Funeral Home, Tabor City. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008 

J.B. Carlisle, 80, of Stanbury Road, Supply, NC died Thursday, April 3, 2008.
Born in Loris, SC, on April 10, 1927, he was a son of the late James Caswell and Lelia Belle Puckett Carlisle. He was a retired welder.
Surviving are his wife, Ava Lee McDonald Carlisle of the home; three sons and daughters-in-law; Jimmy and Ann Carlisle, Shallotte, Ray and Libby Carlisle and Gary Carlisle all of Supply; two daughters and sons-in-law, Janice and Gregg Maruszak, Teresa and Steve White, all of Supply; brother Bill Carlyle, Wilmington; three sisters, Catherine Benton, Wilmington, Faye Gore, Nakina, and Verna Ellis, Shallotte; thirteen grandchildren and twenty-seven great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, April 6, 2008, at 2:00 pm in the Oceanview Pentecostal Freewill Baptist Church by The Reverend Bill Carlyle and The Reverend R.C. Dixon. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Saturday at the funeral home, and at other times from the residence.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008 

Carpenter, Margaret Elizabeth,  77, of Shell Point Road, Shallotte, died Thursday, April 3, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. today at Carolina Memorial Park, Concord. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/7/2008 

Carr, Annie Ruth, of 388 Log Cabin Road, Teachey, died Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at home. The
funeral will be at 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the First Baptist Church, Teachey. Burial will be in Duplin
Memorial Gardens, Teachey. Rose Hill Funeral Home, Rose Hill. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/25/2008 

Carr, Bennie Ray   of 156 Jack Carr Road, Burgaw, and Ivahoe, died Saturday, April 26, 2008, in Ivanhoe. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Friday at St. Mary Holy Church, Atkinson. Dunn Funeral Home, Burgaw. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Carr, Jerry Lee, 51, of 131 Cyprus Knee Lane, Harrells, died Thursday, April 17, 2008, at home.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. Sunday at Harmony Presbyterian Church, Harrells. Burial will be in
the church cemetery. Carter Funeral Home, Garland. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008 

Carr, Minnie Lee, 79, of Rose Hill, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at Hospice Health Care Center,
Mesa, Ariz. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Rose Hill Funeral Home, Rose Hill. Burial
will be in the New Christian Chapel Cemetery, Rose Hill. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/25/2008 

Myrtle Lesh Carroll, 90, of Wilmington passed away April 6, 2008 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice
Care Center. Born in Brunswick County in 1917, her parents were the late Fred Lesh and
Fannie Crouch Lesh.
Myrtle dedicated her life to her family and to God and she was a lifelong member of Bethel
Methodist Church in Bolivia. Myrtle loved people. She was a loving wife and mother. After her
children were grown, she worked in the Brunswick County School System at Bolivia Elementary
as a general aid of the school, substitute teacher, teacher's aid, cafeteria worker and a bus driver.
Myrtle is survived by three children, Eldridge D. Carroll of Riegelwood, Barbara Lanier and husband,
Bill, of Leland, and Lavada Holmes and husband, Jeff, of Wilmington; grandchildren, Cindy, Marlene,
 Ernest, John, Charlie, Luray, Marty and Lee; great-grandchildren, Shawna, Savannah, Sabrina,
Alaina, Jeremy, Jason, Noah, Jordan, Hannah, Alvin, Aaron, and Robert; great-great-grandchildren,
three boys and two girls; special friend Mary King and family. She was preceded in death by sons,
William David Lesh, Ernest L. Carroll, Sr., George Carroll, L. C. Carroll and Walter Carroll and her
 husband, E. Rastus Carroll.
The graveside service will be held at 11:00 Wednesday at Piney Grove Cemetery in Winnabow,
officiated by Rev. Vic Potter. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6:00 until
8:00 PM at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, 603 Ocean Highway, Supply, NC, 754-9818.
Memorials may be sent to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Center, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington,
NC, 28401.
Tributes and condolences may be sent to the family at www.MeM.com.
A service of Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Supply Chapel, 754-9818.
Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 

CALABASH -- Sarah Elizabeth Jordan Carroll, 91, of Calabash, died Saturday, April 19, 2008, at Columbus Regional Health Care.
Ms. Carroll was the daughter of the late Thaddeus Burns Jordan and Laura Ellen Nye Jordan. Ms. Carroll was a life long member of Shiloh United Methodist Church in Bolton, NC and was a retired Registered Nurse from Sampson County Memorial Hospital in Clinton, NC; she retired in 1982.
Ms. Carroll is survived by one daughter, Velma C. Pope and husband Donald of Riegelwood, NC: one grand daughter, Tanya Elizabeth Rawls and husband Derek of Atlanta, Ga.
Visitation will be Tuesday April 22, 2008 at McKenzie Mortuary from 1-2:50 PM prior to the service.
Funeral Services will be Tuesday April 22, 2008 at 3:00 PM at McKenzie Mortuary Chapel with Rev.
 Ed Vogt officiating with burial in Lake Waccamaw Hillcrest Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be William Long, Leroy Carroll, Frank Carroll. Tim Jordan, Jimmy Jordan and Derek Rawls.
McKenzie Mortuary
Published in the Star-News from 4/21/2008 - 4/22/2008 

Bruce Gerald Carter, 53, of Carolina Beach, formerly of Pinehurst and Wilmington, died April 5, 2008.
Bruce was born August 23, 1954, in Staten Island, NY, the son of the late James A. and Lucille Del Bagno Carter.
Bruce had served in the US Army and also had received a Masters in Business of Entrepreneurship. He was a broker, a professional artist, loved poetry, athletics, sports cars and music.
Bruce is survived by his wife, Kimberly Carter, a stepdaughter Ashley and a stepson Nicholas; a brother Jim and sisters; Brenda, Denise, and Lucille. He is also survived by Godchildren Claudia and Eric.
Bruce was a hard working, loving husband, who would do anything to lend a helping hand.
Never short an opinion, Bruce was always there to give good advice. His piercing eyes and radiant smile will never be forgotten.
"We will never forget the man who taught us that the best way to say "I love you" often, has little to do with the words…. Contentment really lies in finding a little happiness in whatever life throws your way…. I am grateful, too for the time I spent with him, the laughter we shared, and all the wonderful memories I have ….
In loving memory of Bruce Carter
8/23/1954-4/05/2008
A memorial service will be held at 2PM Sunday at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, 3915 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC, with Rev. John W. Arntsen,Jr. officiating. Bruce's ashes will be scattered over the waters of St. Lucia.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to United Way of the Cape Fear Area, 5919 Oleander Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403 or local animal shelters.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 

Carter, Darrin, 38, of Hallsboro, died Sunday, April 27, 2008. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at Honey Hill
Baptist Church. Interment will be in Peacock's Columbus Memorial Park. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008 

Carter, Mary S.  89, of 118 N. Ingold Ave., Garland, died Sunday, April 20, 2008, at home. The funeral will be
at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Garland Baptist Church. Burial will be in Garland Cemetery. Carter Funeral Home, Garland. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008 

Cavenaugh, Lena Mae Batts, 82, of Wallace, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Duplin General
Hospital. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. today at Northeast Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church.
Burial will be in Cavenaugh Cemetery. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Wallace. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 

Caywood, William Dennis, 57, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Valley Health Care of Chilhowie,
Va. Arrangements will be announced by Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main St., Abingdon, Va. 
Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008 

WILMINGTON -- Mr. Ronald 'Joe' Lee Champion, 69, passed away after an extended illness, Saturday, April 26, 2008.
He was preceded in death by his father, John David Champion, and one grandchild, Ashley Champion.
Survivors include his mother, Mrs. Ozell Thornburg Champion; his loving wife of over 50 years, Mrs. Louise Champion; two sons, Ronald D. Champion, Thomas W. Champion; one daughter, Kimberly Champion Eaves and husband Delwin of Pender County; a brother, Jerry K. Champion; a sister, Linda Jernigan, and husband Alton, all of Wilmington; seven grandchildren; Todd, Crissy, Brandy, Rachel, Mariah, Hunter, and Kelsey; and four great-grandchildren.
Mr. Champion was a disabled veteran of the U.S. Air Force, and member of Sunset Park Baptist Church. He was an avid community volunteer and received two Life Time Achievement Awards, The Governor's Recognition Award and several Volunteer of the Year Awards for his services to the Wilmington area.
Loving son, husband, father, and grandfather, Joe's warmth and kindness will be greatly missed, and lovingly remembered by all those whose lives he has touched.
The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 pm Monday, April 28, 2008, at Coble Ward-Smith Oleander Chapel. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm, Tuesday, April 29, 2008, also at Coble Ward-Smith Oleander Chapel, with interment to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008 

Clayton, Trent  75, died Friday, April 11, 2008, at Rex Hospital. A graveside service will be at 3 p.m. today at
Raleigh Memorial Park. Mitchell Funeral Home at Raleigh Memorial Park. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008 

Mr. James Henry Coale, 81, known to his friends as 'Jimmy', a resident of Carolina Beach died Friday, April 11, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Jimmy was born August 3, 1926, in Brewton, Alabama, and was the son of the late James Crook Coale and Minnie Scott Coale. He was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church and American Legion Post #129, Carolina Beach. He enjoyed his wood shop, carving, fishing, and kayaking. He served his country in WWII and the Korean Conflict.
He was preceded in death by his first wife Jean Worthington Coale, and is survived by his wife Hazel Furr Klutz Coale of the home; son James H. Coale, Jr. of Raleigh and a daughter Deborah Coale Haynes and husband Rick of Kure Beach; stepson Rodney D. Klutz of Wilmington; grandchildren Ricky Haynes and wife Candy of Kure Beach;,Jennifer Anne Haynes of Apex, Ryan Coale Haynes and wife Amy of Durham, Douglas Brandon Klutz of Wilmington; great-grandchildren Carson Taylor Haynes of Kure Beach and Knox Griffin Haynes of Durham.
The family will receive friends 3:00 p.m. Sunday April 13, 2008, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 3rd and Harper, Carolina Beach, followed by a memorial service at 4:00 p.m. conducted by Pastor Steve Hall. His cremated remains will be buried in Greenville, NC. at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Paul's United Methodist Church Building Fund, P.O Box 356 Carolina Beach, NC 28428.
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403, (910) 791-9099 
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 
 
Coble, Kenneth 53, of 1411 Old Fayetteville Road, died Sunday, March 30, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Cypress Creek Baptist Church in Garland.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Service by Carter Funeral Home, Garland. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Coleman, Mary Stanley, 62, of 310 Charlie Stanley Road, Nakina, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Whiteville. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at Zion Plain Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in the George Washington Stanley Cemetery.
Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Mary "Jane" McCormack Collins, 84, of Wilmington, passed away April 4, 2008.
Jane was born in Orange, NJ, September 18, 1923, the daughter of the late Harry G. McCormack and Marie Toppin McCormack. She was married and divorced to John L. Collins, Jr., who preceded her in death in 1990. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Edward and Robert McCormack.
Jane graduated from Orange High School in 1941 and The Berkeley School, East Orange, NJ in 1942. She retired to Wilmington, NC, in 1987 after working many years for Ciba-Geigy and the Sheffield Tube Corp. in NJ.
In addition to being a devoted member of St. Mary's Catholic Church for 21 years, she was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of Americas, the St. Mary's Lady's Guild and was a Eucharistic Minister. She volunteered countless hours working for the Latimer House and Thalian Hall downtown, was a member of the Wilmington FAN Club and enjoyed golf, mahjong, bridge, and bowling with her friends in her spare time.
Jane is survived by her daughter, Nancy J. Collins of Wilmington, NC, son, John L. Collins III and wife Julie of Big Lake, AK; grandchildren, Matthew Saathoff, Katrina Haughton and husband Nathan, John Saathoff, Timothy Collins and wife Iris, Jeb Collins and wife Rachel, and Zachary Collins and great grandchildren; Amber, Sarah, Kimberly, Elizabeth, William, and Forest; also her beloved dog Bella and her many cats.
A Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated at St. Mary's Catholic Church at 10 AM April 14, 2008.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Daughters of Charity, Box 1633, 333 South Seton Ave., Emmitsburg, MD 21727-9297.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008 
 
Cook, Juanita  88, died Thursday, April 24, 2008, at Silver Stream Health. Services will be private. Wilmington
Burial and Cremation Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008 

Cooper, Bobby, 49, of Rose Hill, died Saturday, March 29, 2008, in Wilmington. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at New Christian Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Rose Hill. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Rose Hill Funeral Home, Rose Hill. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008 

Clara Bell Copeland of Wilmington died Friday, April 11, 2008.
She was preceded in death by her husband Glover Berry 'Shorty' Copeland, son, Robert Berry 'Bobby' Copeland and five brothers.
A graveside service will be held 2pm Monday April 14, 2008, at Oakdale Cemetery.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Corbett, Rose Lee  69, of 876 Moores Swamp Road, Ivanhoe, died Thursday, April 24, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Moores Swamp AME Church, Ivanhoe. Burial will be in the Moores Swamp Cemetery. Dunn Funeral Home, Burgaw. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008 

Anne Carson Moore Crain, 86, of Wilmington, NC, died on Monday, April 14, 2008 at Davis Health Care Center in Wilmington.
Anne was born on July 18, 1922 in Raphine, VA, the daughter of the late Alexander Newton Moore and Elizabeth Identon Catt Moore. She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty years, Houston Crain and her son, Randy Crain.
Anne retired after thirty years of service from Greenville County, SC as a public health nurse supervisor. She received her nursing degree from Vanderbilt University in 1947.
Surviving is one son, William Crain and wife Becky of Wilmington, NC; one granddaughter, Heather Schultz and husband Mark; and one grandson, Ryan Crain of Pensacola, FL.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm Thursday, April 17, 2008 in Spottswood, VA, in the Old Providence A.R.P. Cemetery with Rev. Billy Harris officiating.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Davis Health Care Center, Champions Assisted Living, and Dr. Marsha Fretwell and staff for the excellent care received.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Davis Health Care Center, 1011 Porters Neck Road, Wilmington, NC 28411, Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter, 1406 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401, or to the charity of one's choice.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/16/2008 

Mrs. Nesbeth Nash Crenshaw, born October 23, 1928, in Greenville, SC, died Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Nesbeth was preceded in death by her first husband, James Nash, in 1983, and her second husband, Jim Crenshaw, in 1991. Surviving are son; Rex Nash, and wife Debbie, a granddaughter; Taylor, and a sister; Ruth, of Lakeland Fl. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Wilmington.
A memorial service will be held 6:00 pm, Friday, April 25, 2008, at Coble Ward-Smith Oleander Chapel. The family will receive friends immediately following the service.
Tributes and condolences may be offered to the family at www.mem.com.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News from 4/24/2008 - 4/25/2008 

CLEBURNE -- Scott Jermaine Crowder, 33, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2008, at his home
surrounded by loved ones.
Funeral: Scott will arrive for his homegoing service by horsedrawn carriage at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 26, at Emmanuel Christ Holy Sanctified, 501 Robbins St. Interment: Shannon Rose Hill Cemetery.
Survivors: Left with broken hearts are his parents, Joyce Crowder-McDuffie (Dahrol); brother, Terrell Crowder; sister, Shakima Crowder; grandparents, George and Dorothy Morris; and a host of other family and friends.
Gregory W. Spencer Funeral Directors, 4000 Miller Ave., (817) 531-8666
Published in the Star-News on 4/25/2008 

Dale, James Salathiel  80, of Star, formerly of Delco, died Saturday, March 29, 2008. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. today in Peterson Cemetery. McKenzie Mortuary, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

OAK ISLAND – Mrs. Virginia Elizabeth Dameron age 84 of 1201 West Yacht Dr., Oak Island, died Tuesday, April 8, 2008.
Mrs. Dameron was born in Orange County, NC on November 22, 1923, and was the daughter of the late Arthur Stanley Dameron and Minerva Caruthers Dameron. She retired from American Tobacco Company of Durham and was an associate with Ann's Pre-Owned Furniture of Oak Island. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Oak Island.
She is survived by a niece, Ann Overton and husband Coy of Oak Island.
Graveside Funeral Services will be held Thursday April 10, 2008 at 11 am at Maplewood Cemetery, Durham, NC with Reverend Charlie Carter officiating.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 this evening at the funeral home.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008 

Bonnie Faye Dance, 65, of Wilmington, passed away April 17, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Bonnie was born August 5, 1942, in Loris, SC, the daughter of the late Newell C. Pope and Mary Ilene Fowler Pope who survives.
Bonnie was an active member of Sunset Park Baptist Church where she sang in the choir for many years. She was also a GREAT Carolina fan.
Bonnie is survived by her husband Archel Dance; a brother, Donald Pope; three sisters, Betty Horsey (Richard), Shirley Williams (Dewey), and Brenda Pope Chandler. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews, whom she loved as her own.
The family will receive friends from 7-9 p.m. Monday at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel and at other times at 111 Pine Cone Road, Longleaf Hills or at 28 Pinecrest Parkway.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home with Rev. Chris Wroten officiating. The Deacons of Sunset Park Baptist Church will act as pallbearers. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News from 4/20/2008 - 4/21/2008 

Daniels, Windell, of 501 Edgewater Club Road, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at New Hanover
Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. today at Union Missionary Baptist
Church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Davis, Annie Powell, 56, of Kenansville, died Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at Lenoir Memorial
Hospital, Kinston. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at New First Baptist Church,
Kenansville. Burial will be in Wilson Chapel Cemetery, Turkey. Rose Hill Funeral Home,
Rose Hill. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Deaver, Gwen 87, of Bladenboro, died Monday, April 28, 2008. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at New Center Baptist Church. Burial will follow the service at Deaver Cemetery. Bladen Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

SOUTHPORT – Mrs. Juana "Jenny" Del Pezzo, 76, of 6337 E. Mallard Duck Court, Southport, died Monday April 7, 2008 at her residence.
Jenny was born in Puerto Rico on March 1, 1932 and was the daughter of the late Guadalupe and Margarita Rodriguez Gallart. She and her husband owned and operated Ardonia Market in Ardonia NY for 20 years and was the owner, with family, of Del's Restaurant in Oak Island, NC for 20 years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Carmen "Carl" Del Pezzo; her sons, Jamie Bezares, Edward Del Pezzo, Curtis Del Pezzo; daughters, Rose Del Pezzo, Nadine Del Pezzo-Merkle; grandsons, Raymond Goitia II Del Pezzo, Nicholas Del Pezzo, Michael Del Pezzo, Curtis Del Pezzo II, Caymen Del Pezzo, predeceased by a grandson, Jaimie "Mito" Del Pezzo; also survived by granddaughters, Biddy-Jaimina Bezares, Tiana Del Pezzo, Rachel Merkle, Nichole Merkle, Olivia Del Pezzo and six great grandchildren.
A Memorial Mass will be held Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 11 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Southport, North Carolina with Father Trent Watts officiating.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008 

Gary M. DeMarco, of Wilmington, died Monday, April 28, 2008 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Englewood, NJ, February 13, 1951, the son of the late Martin Frank and Erene Bein DeMarco.
While living in Wilmington, Gary had worked with his father as a woodworker and furniture builder.
He is survived by his brother, Chris DeMarco of Wilmington, his sister, Donna Fritschka and husband Eric of New Milford, NJ, a niece Lauren, and other extended family.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 7 to 9 PM at Andrews Valley Chapel.
Private services will be held at a later date.
Andrews Valley Chapel
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008 

Alfred M. Dinehart of Wilmington, NC, died Saturday, April 26, 2008, at The Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
He was born in Syracuse, New York on September 13, 1929, the son of the late Charles King and Maria Giers Dinehart. He was preceded in death by a sister, Elizabeth Lowenstein, a brother and his wife, Charles K. Dinehart and Marilyn E. Dinehart, and a granddaughter, Rebecca Brassfield.
Mr. Dinehart was a member of The Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He was a facilities engineer and retired from General Electric Company after 50 years of service.
He was a member of the model airplane club. Mr. Dinehart was also a square dancer and bridge player enthusiast. His talents ranged from woodworking, mechanics, and design drawing.
Surviving are his wife of 57 years, Eileen G. Dinehart; two daughters, Deborah Ann Dinehart and Laura E. Dinehart, both of Wilmington, NC; two grandsons, William M. Shirley and Corwin R. Shirley; a sister, Marie Louise Rathbun and husband Bob of Liverpool, NY; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 AM Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church by Rev. Joe Brennan.
The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Tuesday at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Memorials may be made to The Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 1406 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008 

Dinkins, Alberta Murphy, of 1994 White Oak Road, Kelly, died Sunday, April 20, 2008, at Bladen
County Hospital, Elizabethtown. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Pleasant Hill Missionary
Baptist Church, Kelly. Burial will be in the Pleasant Hill Church Cemetery. Dunn Funeral Home,
Burgaw. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008

Mrs. Edna Bibbs Dixon, 89, of 7178 Old Stage Highway, Riegelwood, NC passed away at New Hanover Medical Center on Friday, April 4, 2008. Mrs. Dixon is survived by two sisters, Pearlene Williams of Riegelwood, and Carrie (John) Williams of Hyattsville, MD, three brothers, Kadil (Bertie) Bibbs of Detroit, MI, Johnnie (Julia) Bibbs of Wilmington, NC, and Clarence (Constance) Hall of East Orange, NJ.
There will be a viewing on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 2020 Woodyard Road, Riegelwood, NC. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Riegelwood, NC. Services entrusted to Dunn Funeral Home, Burgaw, NC.
Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 

Drye, Edith Griffin  of 815 Glenarthur Drive, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Jordan Funeral Home. Burial will be in Calvary Memorial Cemetery. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Duke, Helen, 49, of Roswell, Ga., and formerly of Red Springs, died Saturday, April 12, 2008.
Arrangements will be announced by S&L Funeral Home, Maxton. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008 

Duncan, James R died Monday, April 28, 2008, at home. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Andrews
Mortuary Valley Chapel. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Samya Miracle Dyer-Tindall, 3 months old, of Wilmington , NC, died Friday, April 25, 2008, at
Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC.
Samya was born January 18, 2008 in Jacksonville, NC, daughter of Brittany Dyer and Dyrell Tindall. Her great-grandparents, Catherine Taylor Dyer and John Edward Dyer, preceded her in death.
Samya Miracle was a beautiful baby girl who has been called home to be with our Lord way too early. She was known to her family and friends as our 'lil' monkey girl.' Anyone who met her, or was fortunate enough to have a moment in her presence, fell in love with her. She will be greatly missed each and every day.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by grandmothers, Julia Lynn Dyer and Gloria Jean Clarida; grandfather, Darryl Tindall; great-aunts, Susan Dyer, Twan Johnson, and Kim Dyer Hoefler and husband, Thomas Hoefler; great-grandmother, Linda Johnson; aunts, Julia Lyall, Shaquonna Foger, and Shanera Tylece Fuller; uncles, Ryan Lyall, Marsalis Clarida, Tyquan Clarida, and Quantez Clarida; brother, Isaiah Tindall; and many other family members, cousins, and friends of the family who loved her very much.
The family will receive friends from 6 pm to 8 pm Thursday, May 1, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel.
A service to celebrate her life will be 10:30 am Friday, May 2, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel. Interment will follow in Oleander Memorial Gardens.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

BURGAW/WILMINGTON – Mildred Lee Dyson, 80, widow of Douglas F. Dyson, Sr., died Monday, April 21, 2008.
Survivors include son, Frank Dyson (Sylvia) of Ivanhoe; granddaughter, Melissa Dyson; one sister and two brothers.
The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw.
Condolences may be sent to www.quinnmcgowen.com
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Eakins, Walter Pate Sr., 72, of Burgaw, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at New Hanover Regional
Medical Center. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw.
Burial will be in Eakins family cemetery. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Earnhardt, Linda Faye 62, died Saturday, April 19, 2008. A graveside service will be at noon Saturday in the Harley Ford Cemetery, Tabor City. Inman Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

THOMASVILLE – The Rev. Dr. Eleanor Seaton Ebersole, 83, a resident of Piedmont Crossing
Retirement Center, died Tuesday, April 29, 2008 of complications from Parkinson Disease.
Her Memorial Service will be held Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 3:30 P.M. in Unity Place at Piedmont Crossing with the Revs. Care Goodstal and Jerry Moore. Eleanor is survived by her husband, Rev. Dr. Jay Ebersole of Piedmont Crossing; their son, Mark and his wife Judy; her sister, Elizabeth Ey Rasmussen of Warwick, RI.; and eight nieces and nephews. Their daughter, Susan Eleanor, died in 1999. A Graveside Service will be held Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 10:30 A.M. in the family plot at the Town Cemetery of New Bloomfield, PA.
Eleanor was born September 8, 1924 in Winsted, CT., and grew up in Waterbury, CT. and Providence, RI. She earned her degree in Elementary Education at Boston University, and graduate degrees in Religious Education and in Theology at Hartford (IN) Seminary. In 1954, she was the third woman to be ordained by the Evangelical & Reformed Church (now UCC), and served with her husband in ministries at the American Church in Paris, France; Attica, New York; Hamden, CT; and Harrisburg, PA.
She also taught public school K-4 grades in New Britain, CT, Attica and Harrisburg. In 1968, Eleanor earned the Doctor of Education degree from Columbia University with studies also at the Union Seminary, New York City. For thirteen years she taught undergraduate and graduate courses in Creative Arts for children with students in elementary education at the Pennsylvania State University. Prior to retirement she was pastor of Trinity Reformed Church (UCC) in Maryville, PA.
Eleanor was an author of religious education materials for children, short stories, poetic verse, and biblical narratives. She developed her own photography from travels, nature, and creative experiences. She was a composer/lyricist of art songs, biblical cantatas, chancel dramas, anthems, and music for children. In 2004, Second Reformed Church (UCC), Lexington, N.C.
commissioned her to write the anthem for their 100th Anniversary, 'The Lord Will Provide.'
In retirement, Eleanor studied composition in the Music Department of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, where she enjoyed the faculty and community musicians performing her works. She programmed her husband to sing her songs. She also served on the Board of Director of the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra.
The family is being assisted by J.C. Green & Sons Funeral Home in Thomasville, N.C. and Michael J. Shalonis Funeral Home in Marysville, PA.
Memorials may be shared with the Piedmont Crossing Benevolent Fund, 100 Hedrick Drive, Thomasville, N.C. 27360; The Department of Music Scholarship Fund, UNCW, 601 S. College Road, Wilmington, N.C. 28403; or to the Second Reformed Church Choir Fund, 330 N. Church Street, Lexington, N.C. 27292.
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Edwards, Hattie Roberta, 80, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at New Hanover Regional
Medical Center. The funeral will be at 7 p.m. Saturday at Community Funeral Home,
Beulaville. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at East Duplin Memorial Gardens,
Beulaville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Ele, Connie  80, of Ocean Isle Beach, died Sunday, April 27, 2008. A private service was held Monday.
Cape Fear Crematory. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008 

Robert Elliott, 84, passed away April 10, 2008, in Wilmington. Survived by George Elliott of
Wilmington, Gregory Elliott of Louisville, KY, and Ira Elliott of NYC. No service.
Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008 

Evans, Sammy Stephen I  60, died Friday, April 11, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 7 p.m. Monday at Community Funeral Home, Beulaville. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Judge Cemetery,
Beulaville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 
 
Farmer, Reginald Herbert  formerly of Wilmington, died Sunday, March 23, 2008, at St. Joseph Hospital, Burbank, Calif. Arrangements will be announced by French I. Davis Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008 

Fitz-Hugh Conway Ficklen died unexpectedly from complications related to diabetes on Sunday, April 20, 2008, in Houston, Texas. He was born in Charlottesville, Va. on August 9, 1957, to Conway Hamilton Ficklen, MD, and the late Rose Graef Ficklen. He moved to Wilmington, N.C., in 1959 with his family. He was preceded in death by his brother Louis Brooking Ficklen.
Fitz-Hugh is survived by his wife Judy Cantrell Ficklen of Houston, TX.; his father Conway Hamilton Ficklen, MD and his wife Rebecca Smith Ficklen of Wilmington, N.C.; two sisters Ann Ficklen Little and husband Daniel Sidbury Little of Burlington, N.C., Julia Ficklen Sadler and husband Robert Wayne Sadler of Raleigh, N.C., and two nephews, Daniel Sidbury Little of San Francisco, Ca., and William Fitz-Hugh Little of Ashville, N.C.
Fitz-Hugh attended Cape Fear Academy and was graduated from Hampton-Sidney College with a Bachelor of Arts degree and earned a Master of Arts degree from the University of Houston.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 in Houston where he has lived for the past twenty five years.
At a later time a private interment will be held at Oakdale Cemetery in Wilmington, N.C.
Dr. and Mrs. Ficklen will receive friends at their home at 506 Bradley Creek Point Road in Wilmington
between the hours of 7PM and 9PM on Wednesday, April 23, 2008.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cape Fear Academy.
Published in the Star-News from 4/22/2008 - 4/23/2008 

Flowers, James Wayne  62, of 2148 Pineneedle Lane, Longwood, died Friday, April 11, 2008, at Brunswick Community Hospital. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Longwood.
 Burial will be in the church cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Ford, Flora Mae, of Whiteville, died Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Westside Funeral Home, Tabor City. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008 

Francis Mildred Graham Fowler of Wilmington died Monday April 7, 2008 at New Hanover
Regional Medical Center.
She was born December 12, 1925 in Horry County SC daughter of the late Dock Davis Graham and Martha Doretha Powell Graham and was preceded in death by her precious husband of sixty three years Edward Homer Fowler, son in law William 'Buddy' H. Davis Jr., brothers, Thomas Graham, Shelton Graham, James Graham, and a sister Sanatha Edwards.
Mrs. Fowler was born and raised in the Loris and Tabor City area. She was a member of Sunset Park Baptist Church where she has many friends that have shown love and support.
Mrs. Fowler was employed as a seamstress at France Neckwear and MJB Neckwear for over thirty-five years.
She is remembered by her son Larry Edward Fowler and wife Alicia of Ackerly, TX.
daughter, Jo Fowler Davis of Wilmington, N.C., grandchildren, Craig L. Fowler, Laricia A. Fowler and Joshua Davis, great grandchildren, Julianna Fowler and Christian Fowler, brothers and sisters, Geverna Strickland, Eldred Graham, Willa Mae Soles, Devon Graham, Harry Graham, Donald Graham and Michael Graham.
A funeral service will be held 2 pm Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel by Rev. Chris Wrotten. Entombment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.
The family will receive friends from 7 pm to 8 pm Wednesday April 9, 2008 at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Flowers are appreciated or memorials may be made to Sunset Park Baptist Church 231 Central Blvd. Wilmington NC 28401 or to Lower Cape Fear Hospice 2222 South 17th St. Wilmington NC 28401.
A Valley Chapel Service 
Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 
 
Fulk, Albert Wilson Jr., 83, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Duplin General Hospital, Kenansville.
A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. today at East Duplin Memorial Gardens, Beulaville.
Community Funeral Home, Beulaville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Margaret Wolfe Fuller, 95, of Castle Hayne, NC, died on Friday, April 25, 2008, at her residence.
She was born on February 15, 1913, in Hampstead, NC, to George Washington and Margaret Sanders Mallard. She was preceded in death by two husbands, Norwood Wolfe, Sr. and Floyd Fuller.
She was a long time member of United Advent Christian Church.
She is survived by one son, Norwood Wolfe, Jr. and wife Faye of Wilmington; one daughter, Margaret Ann Wolfe Moore and husband Lloyd of Castle Hanye; six grandchildren, Donna Wolfe McClellan, Karen Wolfe Hamm and husband James, Michael Moore, Angela Moore Butner and husband Greg, Mark Fuller and wife Dede and Debbie Fuller; eight great-grandchildren, Brittany Moore, Colin Moore, Madison Hamm, Morgan Hamm, Ford Butner,
Cole Fuller, Clint Fuller and Carly Fuller; and two very special friends and caregivers, Ruby Watkins and Kim Howard.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 28, 2008, at Greenlawn Memorial Park by Rev. Sam Worley.
The family will receive friends from 4-5 p.m. Sunday, April 27, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel. Memorials may be made to the charity on ones choice.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/27/2008 

Gaines, Shirley died Friday, April 11, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be
at 11 a.m. Thursday in Pine Forest Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/15/2008 

A Memorial Mass for Beatrice Rita Galinski, 81, Wilmington, North Carolina, will be held at 11:00
a.m., Friday, May 2, 2008, at St. Mark's Catholic Church in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Mrs. Galinski died Monday, March 31, 2008, in Lawrence, Kansas.
Beatrice was born May 14, 1926, in Cleveland, OH, the daughter of August and Catherine (Lear) Liuzzo.
Mrs. Galinski lived in Lawrence from 1968 to 1971 when she and her husband moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, and then to Wilmington in 1985. She was a homemaker and had coached girls' basketball at a St. Stanislaus Catholic High School in Cleveland, OH, for several years.
She was a member of St. Marks Catholic Church, Wilmington, NC, and was very active in her church organizations.
She married Theodore Anthony Galinski on July 19, 1947, in Cleveland, Ohio. He preceded her in death on May 4, 2001.
Survivors include two daughters, Pat Kuester, and husband, Dennis, Lawrence, KS, Shirley Ball and husband, Owen, Sandia Park, NM; son, Theodore J., and wife, Andrea, Raleigh, NC; a son-in-law, Victor McClain, Somerdale, NJ; four grandchildren, Kelly Durrill and Daniel, Jacquelyn and Jodi McClain; four great-grandchildren, Harper and Charlie Davey and Ian and Kyle McClain.
She was preceded in death March 14, 2008, by a daughter, Cheryl McClain.
Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Heart of America Hospice and sent in
care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W 13 St., Lawrence, KS 66044.
Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008 

Galligan, Colleen Anne 70, of Bonaparte Drive, SW, Sunset Beach, died Friday, April 18, 2008, in the Emory University Hospital, Decatur, Ga. A funeral mass will be at 9 a.m. Thursday in St. Brendans Catholic Church. Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Galloway, Ulridge Jr., of 1009 Glenlea Drive, died Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Ephesus Seventh Day Adventist Church. Burial will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, Jacksonville. French I. Davis Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008 

Garcia, Maria Rosalia 37, died Monday, March 31, 2008, at home. A graveside service will be at noon today at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Wilmington Burial and Cremation. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 
 
Mr. Corbett Lee 'Buster' Garrell, 73, of Delco, died Sunday, April 13, 2008. He was born July 18,
1934, in Columbus County, the son of the late Henry and Allie Sellers Garrell. Mr. Garrell was a commercial hunting guide, farmer and avid fisherman.
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 am Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Peacock's Chapel In The Pines by Rev. Jerome Bullard & Rev. Calvin Malpass. Interment will be in the Union Grove Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery.
He is survived by his wife, Arrie Little Garrell; two sons, Kenneth Garrell and wife, Jeanne of Delco, Michael Garrell and wife. Misty of Lake Waccamaw; three step daughters, Sharon Bullard and husband, Carlos II, Bonita Powell and husband, Bobby, Tammy Grice and husband, Stan, all of Delco; eleven grandchildren, Jason, Paul, Christian and Chelsea Garrell, Kristen Long, Amy and Carlos Bullard III, Lee Powell, Eddie and Adam Jacobs, Sarah Grice; six great grandchildren; a brother, Bobby Garrell and wife, Annette of Lake Waccamaw; a sister, Bonnie Sarvis of Whiteville; a sister-in-law, Dolly Garrell. He was preceded in death by a brother, the late Thurston Garrell and
a sister, the late Barbara Coleman.
The family will receive friends 7:00-8:30 pm Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Peacock's Chapel in the Pines.
Mr. Garrell's family wish to extend special thanks to Dr. & Mrs. Neill Musselwhite and staff and the Lower Cape Fear Hospice for their special care given, Dr. & Mrs. Rick Mynatt for their kindness and consideration.
A Peacock Service, Whiteville
Published in the Star-News on 4/15/2008 

Mrs. Elizabeth Leonard Garriss age 98 of Watha went to be with her Lord on Friday April, 18, 2008,
from Liberty Commons Nursing Home of Benson.
Funeral service will be held at 4:00 P. M. Sunday April 20, 2008, from Watha Pentecostal Freewill Baptist Church conducted by Rev. Gary Avery and Rev Condary Ellis. Burial will follow in Watha Methodist Church Cemetery.
She is survived by three sons, Thurman (Frankie) Garriss of Dunn, Stephen Garriss and wife Frances of Dunn and Raymond Garriss and wife Linda of Wilmington; one daughter, Mrs. Susan Stinson and husband John of Apex, eleven grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren.
Born in Brunswick County August 3, 1909, Mrs. Garriss was the daughter of the late Daniel Washington and Susan Tripp Leonard. She was a beloved and longtime member of the Watha Pentecostal Freewill Baptist Church. She loved to sing. She was preceded in death by her husband Thurman Watos Garriss and sisters Sarah Hewitt, Lottie Worthington, Lycia Clifton and brother Lloyd Leonard and daughter-in-law, Billie Byrd Garriss.
Casketbearers will be Jonathan Garriss, Michael Garriss, Rich Higgins, Wade Clifton, Michael Leonard,
Glenn Merritt, John Garriss and Ronnie Beasley.
The family will receive friends at the Watha P.F.W. Baptist Church at 2:00 PM prior to the 4:00 PM service.
Padgett Funeral Home of Wallace is serving the Garriss Family.
Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008 

HAMPSTEAD – John Joseph Gavin, Sr., 71, of Hampstead, died Sunday, March 30, 2008 at Woodbury
Wellness Center. No public services are scheduled at this time.
Mr. Gavin is survived by his wife, Sandra Frost Gavin of the home; two daughters, Ruth Goff of Sampson
County and Lynn Lancaster of Castle Hayne; one son, John Gavin, Jr. of Garner, NC; and four grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice or to a Church of your choice.
Electronic condolences may be left for the family at www.jonesfh.org. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Gist, Essie Mae, formerly of Wilmington, died Monday, April 21, 2008, at Baltimore Washington Medical Center, Baltimore. The funeral will be at noon today at Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in Calvary Memorial Cemetery. French I. Davis Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Glazier, Robert Edwin Sr., 73, of Chadbourn, died Monday, April 7, 2008, at Loris Community Hospital, Loris, S.C. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. today at Beaverdam Original Freewill Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Mercer Family Cemetery, Chadbourn. Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/10/2008 

Godwin, Edgar Cecil 81, of Bolton, died Monday, April 21, 2008. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at Bolton Baptist Church. Interment will be in Lake Waccamaw Hillcrest Cemetery. A Peacock Service, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008 

Goins, Alpha Jane Manasco, 82, of Castle Hayne and formerly of Winston-Salem, died Monday, April 21,
2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/25/2008 

Goodwin, Gerthenia 'Peaches' of 609 S. 14th St., died Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. today at Warners Temple AME Zion Church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. French I. Davis Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008 

Gore, Cheri 41, of New Haven, Conn., died Friday, March 28 at Yale-New Haven Medical Center in New Haven, Conn. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Peoples Funeral Chapel in Whiteville. Burial will be in the Clarida Cemetery in Nakina. Peoples Funeral Home of Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

WARSAW – Margaret Ellen Miller Gore, age 89, died Monday at Sampson Regional Hospital.
Mrs. Gore was born February 14, 1919, to the late George Ivy and Julia Wood Miller. She is preceded in death by her husband Allen Wright Gore, two daughters: Gloria E- Gore and M. Christine Guy, one son Dallas Allen Gore, sister, Leona Wood, and brother Henry Miller. Mrs. Gore enjoyed her church and helping others.
Mrs. Gore is survived by a daughter, Shelby Blanchard and husband, Raymond (Buck) of Turkey, a sister, Lena Tyndall and husband Raymond of Virginia Beach, VA, son-in-law, James Lane Guy of Warsaw, daughter-in-law Judy Gore of Clinton. Eleven grandchildren: R.W. Blanchard III, Gayla Jo B, Johnson, John Wright Blanchard, Donna B. Herring, Michele Blanchard Houston, Teresa G. Benson, Denise G Ward, Dennis Guy, Joe Allen, Gore, Michael Wayne Gore, Timothy Paul Gore. 22 great grandchildren; Allen, Leslie, Amber, Rachel, Austin. Amelia,
Joshua, Amanda. Reed, Courtney, Alan, Christian, Beth, Kelli, J.R., Sean, Kirn, Christopher, Ashley, Cora, Calab, and Seth. 9 great-great grandchildren.
A visitation will be held 7 until 9 Wednesday night at the funeral home; services will be held 3 o'clock Thursday afternoon at Warsaw Presbyterian Church with burial to follow in Devotional Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Warsaw Presbyterian Church. Community Funeral Home of Warsaw, Inc., is serving the family.
Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008 

Barry Hugh Gottehrer, 73, a resident of the Landfall Community, died Friday April 11, 2008, at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
Barry was born on January 25, 1935, in the Bronx of New York and was President and CEO, of Gottehrer and Company a Washington government consulting firm.
Surviving are his wife of 35 years Patricia Gottehrer of the home, His daughter Andrea Kling and husband James Kling of Denver, CO.; Son Kevin Gottehrer and wife Heather Gottehrer of Charlotte; grandson Hayden Gottehrer of Charlotte; granddaughter Ariel Passarelli of Denver, CO. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday April 15, 2008, at St. Therese Catholic Church with Father Walter Ospina officiating.
Memorials may be directed to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice 2222 S. 17th St., Wilmington, NC 28401.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.wilmingtonburialandcremation.com Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28401, (910) 791-9099
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Graham, James H., 73, of 132 Jeff Anders Lane, Harrells, died Sunday, March 30, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Rutland Chapel AME Church, Bolivia. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Summerville-Boykin Mortuary, Garland. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Grant, Naomi Diane Powers 65, of Florence, S.C., and formerly of Evergreen, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at home. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008 
 
Theodore "Ted" Roland Gray, age 74 of Wilmington died Tuesday, April 15, 2008.
He was born September 18, 1933. He was raised by his mother Bauma Chadwick and his step-father William H. Chadwick.
Ted grew up in Carolina Beach, and served in the US Coast Guard. He lived many years in Savannah, GA where he worked for the City of Savannah Fire Dept. and was the Fire Inspector at the time of his retirement.
He is survived by his wife, Nancy Niec-Gray; children, Billy Gray (Tricia) of GA, Gary and David Gray of VA; step son, Ricky Niec (Johnette) of Carolina Beach, and a number of grandchildren including, Justin Gray, Felisha Niec, and Tabitha Capps.
A time of visitation for family and friends will be from 7 to 8 pm Thursday at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel, 4108 S. College Rd., Wilmington.
A graveside service will be held 11 am Friday at Greenlawn Memorial Park officiated by Rev. Arnold Griffin.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 

Joseph Phillip Greer of Elkin, N.C. died after a long illness, Tuesday,
April 8. He was born in Boone, N.C., on April 3, 1922, and was the son of the late Dr. and Mrs. I. G. Greer.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Reich Greer. He is survived by his brother-in-law, Thomas G. Reich and wife, Virginia.
He graduated from Wake Forest and Duke University and spent many years working in the administration of hospitals in both Boston and Chicago.
Joe and Sarah had a happy and adventurous life which they shared with their many friends. The family would like to give special thanks to the Elkin Health Care for their years of loving care and to Elizabeth Bacon, a devoted cousin.
The graveside service will be held Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Elkin Cemetery in Elkin, N.C.
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 

Hugh M. Griffith, a resident of Dothan, AL, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at his residence. He was 82.
Memorial services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 26, 2008, at First Presbyterian Church of Dothan with the Rev. Bob Baxter and the Rev. Henry Morris officiating and Byrd Funeral Home directing.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, April 28, 2008, at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home in Wilmington, N.C., with Rev. Charles McGowan officiating. Burial will follow in Oleander Memorial Gardens in Wilmington with Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home directing.
Memorials may be made to Covenant Hospice, 2855 Ross Clark Circle, Suite 110, Dothan, AL, 36301 or Sea Mark Ranch Children's Home, 3750 San Jose Place, Jacksonville, FL, 32257.
Mr. Griffith was born September 7, 1925, in Wilmington, N.C., the younger son of Frank and Marie Griffith. He attended high school in Wilmington, and then entered the Army Air Corps. He married his high school sweetheart 63 years ago. Their honeymoon was a train ride from Wilmington to his duty station in Victoria, Texas.
Following his enlistment in the Army Air Corps he was an errand boy for V.C. Chemical Company (now Tri-State Plant Food) where he later became co-owner and general manager.
He also played semi-pro softball from North Carolina to New Jersey.
Mr. Griffith was a member of First Presbyterian Church for 41 years where he served on the session and as a Sunday School Teacher. He was very active in the church and was privileged to go on several missions to the Yucatan, Granada, St. Vincent, the South Americas and the Caribbean.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Charlotte Griffith of Dothan, AL; two daughters, and sons-in-law, Charlotte Gaylor Oberlander and her husband, Richard, of Wolcott, IN; Catherine Vance Bailey and her husband, Michael, of Chattanooga, TN; five grandchildren, Shelley Read and her husband, Mike; Ryan Oberlander and his wife, Jodi; Andrea Locke and her husband, Wayne; Catherine Bailey and Margaret Bailey; four great-grandchildren, Elaine Read, Anna Read, Morgan Locke and Malinda Locke; a sister, Nancy McLean, Wilmington, NC; several nieces and nephews also survive.
Byrd Funeral Home, Dothan, Ala.
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 
 
Debra Ann Grissett, 48, of Farm Loop Path, Sunset Beach, NC, died Saturday, March 29, 2008.
Debra was born March 31, 1959, in Loris, SC, to the late Fred and Ruby Smith Stephens. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her grandson Nathan Lee.
Debra is survived by her husband Gordon Grissett, of the home; two daughters Leanne Long, husband Jonathan of Sunset Beach, NC, Brandy Grissett-Lee, husband James, of Ash, NC; one brother Frankie Stephens of Ash, NC; one aunt Lena-Mae Buffkin, husband Jimmy, of Sunset Beach, NC; two grandchildren Madison Long, and Macey Long; and several other special children.
Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 2:00 pm in the Brunswick Funeral Service Chapel, Shallotte, NC. Reverend Tom Willoughby will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Old Shallotte Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 until 9:00 pm Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at the funeral home.
Casketbearers will be: William Smith, David Buffkin, Shaunn Grissett, James Buffkin, Josh Caison, and Robert Stephens.
Honorary casketbearers will be Jamie Stone and Randy Parker.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Cremator, Shallotte. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008 

Vivian Benson Groves of Wilmington, NC died Friday, April 11, 2008, at The Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
She was born in Wilmington, NC, on May 12, 1919, the daughter of the late Carson Mitchell and Rose Merritt Benson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alton Lee Groves and a brother, Charles Edward Benson.
Mrs. Groves graduated from the Oxford Orphanage and then went on to nursing school. She worked as a nurse for Dr. Freeman for 16 years.
She was a member of First Baptist Church and a member of the Goldenrod Chapter # 142 Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Groves and her husband were longtime supporters of the Rainbow Girls and the Shriner's Hospital.
Surviving are her brother, Carson "Buddy" Benson, Sr. of Wilmington, NC; a sister-in-law, Isabel Benson of Wilmington, NC; nieces and nephews, Karen Lowry and family of Fuquay Varina, NC, Carson Benson and family of Charlotte, NC, Janet Whitehead and family of Hampstead, NC, and Joyce Pope and family of Hampstead, NC.
A funeral service will be held at 7 PM Monday, April 14, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel by Dr. Michael G. Queen. Interment will be Tuesday at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until time of the service on Monday.
Memorials may be made to The Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 1406 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News from 4/13/2008 - 4/14/2008 

Stella Mabel Guenzel, 82, of Wilmington, died Thursday, April 10, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Stella was born January 12, 1926, in Pennington Gap, VA, daughter of the late Melvin Newman and Amanda Hines Newman. She has rejoined her beloved husband, Wilbur Guenzel; son, Billy Guenzel; grandchild, Gloria Guenzel; two brothers, and one sister, all of whom preceded her in death.
Mrs. Guenzel was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church. She was the dedicated mother of four boys and adored 'Nana' to her grandchildren, Jessica, Paul, Kayla, Kyra, and Andy, whom she loved dearly. Stella enjoyed water aerobic therapy. She will be missed by the many friends she made during her lifetime.
She is survived by three sons, Gary Guenzel and wife, Barbara, of Bohemia, NY, David Guenzel of Wilmington, NC, and Alan Guenzel and wife, Sabrina, of Towaco, NJ; five grandchildren, one great-grandchild; and a sister, Garnett Deegan.
A memorial service will be held at 11am Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at Messiah Lutheran Church with Rev. Mark Spelzhausen officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Stella's memory to Messiah Lutheran Church, 3302 S. College Road, Wilmington, NC 28412.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Mrs. Betty Louise Gunter, 79, passed away Monday, April 21, 2008.
Mrs. Gunter was the daughter of the late William and Lottie Marine, and is preceded in death by Herschel Gunter, her loving husband of over fifty years. She is survived by her son; Steve Gunter and wife, Sandra of Wilmington, NC, a brother; William A. Marine, Jr. of Key Largo, FL, one granddaughter; Aleecia 'Marcy' Coleman, two great-grandchildren; Jon-Austin, and Chandler Coleman, two nieces; Jenny Clark of West Palm Beach, FL, Judy Lagotie of Miami, FL, a nephew; David Marine and wife Debbie, and a great nephew; Chris Marine, all of Midway, Ga. Mrs. Gunter was a longtime member of Cape Fear Presbyterian Church. She loved her little dog 'Ginger,' and loved to shop, especially the yard sales, but her greatest love was her family. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, Betty will be truly missed and warmly remembered by all whose lives she has touched. A private memorial service will be held at a later date at Oleander MemorialGardens.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444.
Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008 

Ernest Eugene Gurganous, age 83, of Willard died Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Gurganous was born June 3, 1924, in Onslow County and was the son of the late John and Marenda Alice Brown Gurganus. He was predeceased by his wife, Ruby Lee Gurganous; daughter, Janet Gurganous Boney; brothers, Raleigh Gurganous and Turnie Gurganous; and sisters, Ella Padgett and Gussie Carter.
He was a member of Potts Memorial Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are his devoted son, Gene Gurganous and wife, Jennifer, currently residing in Camp Hill, PA; grandchildren, Crystal G. Cummings and husband, Rodney, Kelly Gurganous and Richard Boney; great-grandchildren, Hailey Madison Cummings and Regan Marianne Cummings; sisters, Exie Padgett of Wallace and Lizzie Rivenbark of Winterville and many nephews and nieces, including his beloved niece, Joyce Ward, who Ernest called on often and she was always there for him.
Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 19, 2008, at Potts Memorial Presbyterian Church Cemetery with the Rev Bob Swart officiating.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Wallace
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 

Hall, Charles 'Dan,' of Philadelphia, died Sunday, April 13, 2008, at Hayes Manor Retirement Residence, Philadelphia. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Barbara Catholic Church, Philadelphia. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 

SHALLOTTE, NC -- Raymond William Hall, Jr., 58, of Wild Hawk Lane, Shallotte, died Sunday,
April 6, 2008, at his home.
Mr. Hall was born on January 18, 1950, in Melrose, MA. He was a son of the late Raymond W. Hall, Sr. and Emma Clemmons Hall Browning.
He was a US Marine Corps veteran.
Surviving are his two sons; Reginald Hall, of Winnabow, and Zeffery Hall, of Shallotte; daughter, Raishel Hall, of Shallotte; brother, Dana Hall, and wife, Sandy, of FL; three sisters, Penne Autry, and husband, Ronald, of Wilmington, Karen Naylor, and husband, Jon, of Wilmington, and Jeannie Jones, and husband, Bill, of Conyers, GA; and three grandchildren; and the mother of his children, Priscilla Potter Hall.
Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, April 15th in the Chapel Hill/Lehue Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Disabled American Veterans Attn: Gift Processing, P.O. Box 14301 Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Hansley, Bertha Sanders of 2409 Briarcliff Circle, Unit 105, died Thursday, April 24, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. French I. Davis Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 
 
NOV. 11, 1929-APRIL 28, 2008
Anne was the daughter of the late Alvin R. and Lillian B. Moseley.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Hugh M. Hardaway, Sr., her son, Hugh M. Hardaway, Jr. and family of southern California, her daughter, Patricia H. Sutton and family of Kansas, and her sister, Nancy M. Daughtry and family of Maryland.
She was very supportive of the less fortunate, particularly the Palestinians, as a result of having lived in the Middle East for many years.
A memorial service will be held at a date to be announced.
Memorial donations may be made to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 1406 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401 or the charity of your choice.
Andrews Market Street Chapel
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Sandra M Harrelson, 54, of 866 Pickett Road, Leland, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2008, at home with her family after a long but courageous battle with cancer.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Boyd F Harrelson, Sr. They had two children Boyd F. Harrelson Jr. and wife Joelyn and Lynn George and Husband Patrick who survive her.
She is also survived by three brothers, Robert H Martin and wife Dorothy of Lexington, SC, David A Martin and wife Mary of Wilmington, and Thomas E Martin and wife Renee of Pink Hill NC; six grandchildren, Alex, Bretten, Ryan, Courtney, Patrick and Gabriel; one great- grandchild Jayden, numerous nieces and nephews and her fiancé Ron Cossel, whom stayed by her side and took excellent care of her during her illness. From her preceded husband she is survived by three sisters- in-laws Betty Gay, Bon-nie Lapsansky, and Joan Harrelson; and one brother-in-law, Wiley Harrelson.
She was member of Trinity Worship Center and served on the Praise and Worship team.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, April 21, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. in the Oleander Chapel of Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service with the Rev. Ron Capps officiating. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 6-8 p.m.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/20/2008 

Harris, Bruce of Oak Island, died Friday, April 18, 2008. A memorial service will be announced. Peacock-Newnam
& White, Southport.  Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

CHADBOURN – Virginia Bailey Harris, 86 of Chadbourn died Thursday, April-03-2008 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Clare Russell Bailey and Elizabeth Smith Bailey.
Mrs. Harris was a member of Chadbourn Baptist Church and was a home agent for Pasquotank, Camden, Perquimans, and Chowan Counties for four years.
Survivors include her husband, C. Elwyn Harris of Chadbourn, N.C.; three daughters: Carolyn H. Leeds and husband, Ralph of Jacksonville, N.C., Ellyn Harris of Mt. Pleasant, S.C., Suzanne Harris and husband, Alton Chewning of Chapel Hill, N.C.; one son: Everett E. Harris of Bangalore, India; one sister: Myrtle-Edna Lasley of Charlotte, N.C.; one granddaughter: Hadley Anne Cheris of Chapel Hill, N.C.
A Memorial Service will be Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Chabourn Baptist Church with Rev. Sean Roberds officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Chadbourn Baptist Church (504 N. Howard Street, Chadbourn, N.C. 28431) or Lower Cape Fear Hospice (P.O. Box 636, Whiteville, N.C. 28472).
McKenzie Mortuary Service
Published in the Star-News from 4/8/2008 - 4/9/2008 

Mr. Gene Ashford Hart of Southport, NC, died Sunday, April 20 at his home. He was born in Pitts,
Georgia on August 18, 1933, to the late Jasper and Melissa Hart, and was the sixth of their seven children.
Gene was a tank commander in the Georgia Army National Guard and later transferred to the U. S. Army, serving in their field hospital in Verdun, France in the early 60's. There he received his phlebotomy training through the University of Maryland. After his tour and discharge as an NCO, he returned to Georgia where he began a career as a laboratory technician, culminating in over 30 years of working at Southport's Pfizer/ADM Citric Acid plant.
His community involvement over the years includes service on the Dosher Hospital Board of Trustees, the Brunswick County Democratic party, the Jaycees, Cub Scouts, South Brunswick High School Boosters, and the St. Philip's Episcopal Church Men's Club and several terms on the church's vestry as a member and Junior Warden. His time as a volunteer at Dosher Nursing Center and his presence at the waterfront swings have been among his greatest pleasures.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Marie Hewett Hart. He is survived by four children, Geno Hart of Schofield Barracks, HI, Millie Hart of Southport, Tina Rice of Southport, and MeShelle Hays of Irmo, SC; and Beth Strickland of Southport, his oldest grandchild, who is responsible for naming 'Pokey'. He is also survived by four other grandchildren, Austin Hays, Korianna Hays, Hope Marie Copeland, and Finnegan Hart.
Burial and Holy Eucharist will be celebrated at St. Philip's Episcopal Church on Moore Street in Southport, NC, at 1:00 pm on Monday, April 28. Immediately following the service, the family will greet friends in the Chapel of the Cross at St. Philip's and a reception will continue in the parish hall.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Dosher Nursing Center, 924 N. Howe St. Southport, NC 28461 or Chapel of the Cross at St. Philip's Episcopal Church, PO Box 10476, Southport, NC 28461
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008 

Harvin, Cynthia 'Deenie,' of 1403 Setter Court, died Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Liberty Commons
Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Phillip AME Church.
Burial will follow in Calvary Memorial Cemetery. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008 

Headen, Louise of N.C. 50, Maple Hill, died Saturday, April 26, 2008, at Pender Memorial Hospital. The funeral home will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Lee's Chapel Baptist Church, Maple Hill. Burial will be at Lee Cemetery.
Dunn Funeral Home, Burgaw. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Hemingway, Jerry 51, of Loris, S.C., died Friday, April 18, 2008, at Loris Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m.
Thursday at The Mitchell Sea Baptist Church in Green Sea, S.C. Burial will follow in the Flag Patch Cemetery, Loris. Westside Funeral Home of Tabor City. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Henson, Jackie Henson, Jackie Holmes, 71, of Mulberry Street, Shallotte, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at
Brunswick Community Hospital. The service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Brunswick Funeral
Service, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Ms. Laurie May Herbert, 79, of Wilmington, NC, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at her residence.
She was born in Warrenville, SC, on February 28, 1929, the daughter of the late Andrew McGee Herbert and Katherine Olive Thompson Herbert, both from Pelzer, SC.
Ms. Herbert was a graduate of The University of South Carolina in Columbia where she was editor of the campus daily newspaper, the "Gamecock". She worked during her career as a member of the staff of the Greenville, SC "News" as editor of the society pages. She was also a member of the staff of the "Star-News" in Wilmington, NC, eventually retiring in 1994.
Ms. Herbert was always active in the Episcopal Church during her life. She was a former Sister of the Episcopal Order of Saint Helena and had been the organist of Episcopal churches in Greenville, SC, and in Wilmington, NC. Currently she was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Wilmington where she taught a Bible class.
Surviving are two sisters, Mary Eloise Herbert of Decatur, GA and Christine Thompson Herbert Raymond and husband Robert of Falls Church, VA; one brother, Andrew McGee Herbert and wife Wendell of Biloxi, MS; one niece, Barbara Raymond of Vienna, VA; and one nephew, Robert A. Raymond and wife Cleta of Vienna, VA.
A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 16 North 16th St., Wilmington, NC, on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 1:30 pm with The Rev. Theodore H. McConnell officiating.
A reception for family and friends will follow the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church Flower Guild, 16 N. 16th St., Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008 

Herring Jr., Jessie Paul 56, of Lake Waccamaw, died Friday April 4, 2008. Burial will be in Prosper Baptist Church Cemetery. Peacock Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 

Ruth Hertz, 81, of Wilmington, passed away April 16, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Ruth was born March 29, 1927, in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of the late Max and Tillie Churner Zemel. She was also preceded in death by her husband Louis Hertz and a daughter, Rochelle Janson.
Ruth is survived by a daughter, Robin Martina (Joe); two sons, Alan Hertz and Steven Hertz. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
A graveside service was held April 17, 2008, at Oakdale Cemetery. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel
Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008 

Ray Edward Hewitt, 51, died March 25, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born Dec. 25, 1956, in Altoona, PA, to the late William and Rose Hewitt of PA Ray is survived by his son Justin; step-daughter Stevie of Wilmington; sister Alice, NY; Jenda, Wilmington; Diana, PA; two brothers, Bill, ND; Larry, PA.
Ray will be greatly missed by his many friends and special canine companion, Luckydog. Ray loved fishing and working in his shop building things.
There will be a celebration of Ray's life 1-5 p.m. Sunday, April 6 at Snow's Cut Park. 

Graham Love Hewlett, 81, died Friday April 4, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.
Graham was born in Wilmington, NC, February 22, 1927, the son of the late Clarence H. Hewlett, Sr. and Annie Mae Elizabeth Joyner Hewlett. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife Fannie Mae (Betty) Hewlett; three brothers, Clarence H. Hewlett, Jr., Alton Hewlett, and Carl Hewlett and one great grandson, Austin Earl Butler.
Graham is survived by his step children, Larry Eaton and wife Marleen, Boyd Eaton and wife Elaine, Eugene Eaton and wife Jeanne, Sheryl Eaton, Philip Eaton and wife Jeanette, Marvin Eaton and wife Alene, and Michael Eaton and wife Shelia. He is also survived by grandchildren Cindy and husband Craig, Cameron, Margaret, Mark, Karen, Melanie, and Brandon and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Graham retired from New Hanover County Schools, where he worked both in the school bus garage and served as a caring school bus driver for many years. He was also a longtime member of Masonboro Baptist Church.
The family will receive friends from 6-8PM Monday April 7, 2008, at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Services, Oleander Chapel. A graveside service will be held at 11AM Tuesday at Masonboro Baptist Church Cemetery with Dr. Gordon Wright officiating.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 

E. Y. Hickman, 83, of Hickman Road, Calabash, died Saturday, April 5, 2008. He was born in Brunswick County on May 10, 1924, a son of the late Raleigh Bartlett and Emma Zula Dutton Hickman.
He was a World War II veteran, was employed with Greyhound Bus Lines, UCB Bank, retired as Brunswick County Tax Collector, and pursued a career as a radio announcer/commentator.
He was an accomplished musician, and Past Master and Charter Member of Shallotte Lodge #727, AF&AM.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Permenter Hickman, on December 2, 2000.
Surviving are his son and daughter-in law, Rick and Brenda Hickman of Hickmans Crossroads; his daughter and son –in-law, Diane and Fred Hewett of Shallotte; a brother, Frederick Hickman and his wife, Teddy, of Hickmans Crossroads; four grandchildren, Erica Campbell and her husband, Rusty, Ashley Goheen and her husband, Matthew, Dr. Allen Hewett and his wife, Cathryn, and Leah McQuire and her husband, Sam and four great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, at Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church by The Rev. Phil Norris. Burial will be in Brunswick Memorial Gardens with Masonic rites.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM, Monday at Brunswick Funeral Service.
Memorials may be made to The Masonic Home for Children at Oxford, 600 College Street, Oxford, NC 27565.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte
Published in the Star-News on 4/7/2008 

Benjamin Graham Hilburn, Sr., age 81 of Wilmington died Friday, April 4, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born in Delco, Columbus County, NC on December 7, 1926, to the late Alvin Arthur Hilburn and Lavada Mae Mills Hilburn. He was preceded in death by brothers, Elwood, Leon, and Clyde Hilburn.
Graham was a member of Pine Valley Baptist Church and a veteran of the US Navy serving during WW II. As a young man he served with the NC Highway Patrol and later went to work as the first employee of Bank of North Carolina where he served as Assistant Vice President and retired from Centura Bank Wrightsville Beach with 26 years of service in the banking industry. He served as a Deacon at Pine Valley Baptist Church for many years, was a member and past president of the Winter Park Optimist Club, and coached Little League baseball for many years.
He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Faye Robinson Hilburn; three sons, Benjamin Graham Hilburn, Jr., and wife Sandy of Greer, SC, Mark James Hilburn and wife Vickie of Nashville, TN and Robin Arthur Hilburn and wife Ginger of Clayton, NC; grandchildren, Bryan, Laurie, Skyler, James, Jenna, and Jonathan; sister, Edna Croom of Newport News, VA.
Graham will be remembered for his faith, love of family, and eternal optimism. Many will remember his many wonderful and witty sayings with one being 'When it's getting too tough for everybody else it's just right for the Hilburn's' and 'It's not your outlook; but it's your up look that counts.' Graham was very proud of his grandchildren and could always be seen wearing a shirt or a hat representing one of his grandchildren.
There will be a time of visitation for family and friends at 2:00 p.m., Monday, April 7, 2008, at the Pine Valley Baptist Church.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m at Pine Valley Baptist Church with Rev. Marion Powell officiating assisted by Dr. Ray Frazier. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Aplastic Anemia & Myodysplastic Syndrome (MDS) International Foundation, P.O. Box 613, Annapolis, MD 21404-0613 or their web site, www.aamds.org or donationas@aamds.org , (800) 747-2820 or FAX: (410) 867-0240.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 

Hill, Josephine B., 84, of 409 W. Institute St., Chadbourn, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at Southeastern
Regional Medical Center, Lumberton. The funeral will be at noon today at First Baptist Church,
Chadbourn. Burial will be in Belvue Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 
 
Hill, Lillie Ruth 72, of 1348 N. Mulberry St., Shallotte, died Saturday, March 29, 2008, at home. Funeral services
will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Mulberry Cemetery. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008 

Oscar Claude Hill, Jr. of Wilmington retired Postal and Star News employee died Saturday, March 29, 2008 at WakeMed Hospital in Cary, NC.
He was born on April 16, 1917 in Wilmington, the son of the late Oscar Claude Hill, Sr. and Mary Brown Hill. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jessie Inez Harward Hill; daughter, June Way; brothers, Wilbur and Mitchell; and sister, Mary.
Surviving are his brother Bobby Hill and wife, Betty; sister-in-law, Margaret Hill; daughter, Sandra Hill Seiple and husband, Scott; son O. C. Hill III, "Bubba" and wife Betty; son-in-law, Charles Way, husband of June; five grandchildren, Dean Hill and wife, Gwen, Veronica Way, Sabrina Burkhead and husband, Chris, Priscilla Day and husband, Chad and Chaun Seiple; three-great grandchildren, Jessie, Sholl and Luke; and several nieces and nephews.
The Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday in the chapel of Coble Ward-Smith, 3915 Oleander Drive, officiated by Rev. Charles Trull. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at the funeral home.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444.
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Hills, Sharon Walker died Sunday at Woodbury Wellness Center in Hampstead. A private funeral service will be held. Adkins Drain Funeral Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Hines, Christopher A., 52, of Bladenboro, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Singletary Home Care, Bladenboro. The funeral will be at 12:30 p.m. today at St. Luke AME Zion Church. Burial will be in the Brooklyn Memorial Gardens. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 
 
Wayne Dewey Hinson Jr., 41, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 11, 2008.
Wayne was the proud father of Nathan and Devon, and embraced his family, especially his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne D. Hinson, his sister, Tina Hammonds and nephew Corey. Family and friends will never forget Wayne's sense of humor and the friendship that came with it. Wayne's greatest pleasure came from time with his family and friends.
After North Brunswick High School graduation, he proudly served in the National Guard, including traveling abroad. Wayne's many talents helped him to succeed in all his endeavors. For the past 7 years he was employed at Qualified Contractors Inc., where he established himself as a hardworking and talented professional. As president of the Wilmington Inline Hockey Association he served as a coach and head official. His sons Nathan and Devon competed in travel hockey with Wayne as the coach for the last 12 years. Inline hockey was one of Wayne's passions and was a driving force behind the success of the sport; he has coached and mentored hundreds of inline hockey players. Parents and families will remember Wayne for the countless hours he gave to supporting and developing players while sharing his love and enthusiasm for the sport.
The funeral service will be held at 3 pm on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 6-8 pm at the funeral home.
The hockey family is establishing the Hinson Memorial Fund to continue Wayne's hockey legacy.
Donations may be sent to WIHA, 7321 Denly Court, Wilmington, NC 28411.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444.
Published in the Star-News on 4/16/2008 

Christine Fail Brantham Hobbs, 86, died after an extended illness, Tuesday, April 15, 2008.
She was born April 4, 1922, in Johnston County, NC, to the late Willie R. and Bessie Woodard Fail. She was preceded in death by her husband, W. K. Hobbs, Sr., son Don Brantham, grandson, Will Hobbs III, and three sisters and a brother.
She graduated from Rosewood High School and lived in Goldsboro, NC until 1982. She retired from General Electric Company after 25 years of service.
After marrying W. K. Hobbs, Sr., she moved to Wilmington. They enjoyed traveling with friends and relatives. Some of her favorite pastimes were crossword puzzles, needlework, and reading. She was a faithful member of Temple Baptist Church, where she enjoyed singing in the choir.
She is survived by her daughter, Maxine Brantham Hobbs (Bill); her son, Tom Brantham (Mary Rose); her daughter-in-law, Pam Brantham; a stepdaughter, Janet Dorman (Mike Norris);a stepson, Steve Hobbs (Kayren); grandchildren, Kinzy Tippett (Jeff), Joel Brantham, Claire Johnson, Dabney Brantham, Lewis Hobbs, Elise Hobbs, and Emily Hobbs; great-granddaughter, Grace Tippett; a brother-in-law, John Henry Penuel; a sister-in-law, Kathleen Fail; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 10 AM until 11 AM Thursday, April 17, 2008, at Oleander Memorials Gardens followed by a graveside service at 11 AM, with the Rev. E. C. Mattocks officiating.
Memorials may be made to Temple Baptist Church Building Fund, 1801 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28403.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News from 4/16/2008 - 4/17/2008 

Emily Grace Hollis, age 6, of Hampstead, the little girl that stole thousands of hearts with her courageous battle of Anaplastic Medulloblastoma, was healed on, Friday, April 18, 2008, and is now playing with the angels in Heaven. Her contagious smile will forever be missed.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Sunday evening at Andrews Mortuary, Hampstead location. A Celebration of Emily's Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 21st, at Barlow-Vista Baptist Church with Dr. Paul Brewster officiating and encouraging words from Emily's Encouragers. Interment will follow in the church cemetery where balloons will float to Heaven for Emily.
You are respectfully requested to wear colorful clothes, Emily especially loved pink and purple!
Though this is a sad occasion, it is a celebration of Emily's life. Emily's Encouragers T-shirts and Relay for Life T-shirts are especially welcome!
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts should be made to Barlow-Vista Baptist Church, 22340 US Hwy 17 N,Hampstead, NC 28443. These memorials will be used to purchase supplies for the Art Teacher, and items for the playroom and craft room at Duke Children's Pediatric Center where Emily spent much time drawing, coloring and crafting.
A Hampstead Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/20/2008 

Mr. Leroy 'Roy' Hollis, age 80, of 5846 Hwy. 264 E., Washington, died Friday, April 4, 2008, at the Beaufort County Hospital. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Monday, April 7, 2008, at the Hollis Family Cemetery.
The family will receive friends prior to the graveside service from 12:30 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Paul Funeral Home of Washington, N.C.
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 

Hooks, Betty Holloman, 97, of Whiteville, died Monday, April 14, 2008, at Columbus Regional
Healthcare. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. today at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Peacock's
Columbus Memorial Park. Peacock Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 

WHITEVILLE – Mrs. Mary Holloman Hooks, 97, of Whiteville, died Monday, April 14, 2008, in Columbus Regional Healthcare. She was born February 24, 1911, in Kershaw County, S.C., the daughter of the late Adam Dupree Holloman and Carrie Bell Conyers Holloman. She was the widow of the late Dewey Hooks. She was also preceded in death by daughters, Louise Tidwell and Carrie Davis; a grandson, Bruce Davis.
Mrs. Hooks was the oldest active member of First Baptist Church in Whiteville, a member of the Newton Sunday School Class and Sunshine Group. She was well known for baking six-layer chocolate cakes.
Funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 17, 2008, at First Baptist Church by Rev. Kendell Cameron. Interment will be in Peacock's Columbus Memorial Park.
She is survived by three sons, Ernest Davis and wife, Violet of Lugoff, S.C., Joe Hooks and wife, Mary of Whiteville, Terry Hooks and wife, Tammy of Ocean Isle Beach; a sister, Elma Radcliff of Sumter, S.C.; grandchildren, Donnie Tidwell, Butch Davis, Barry Davis, Joseph Hooks, Hunter Hooks, Ian Hooks, Ronnie Tidwell, Heather Hooks, Sydney Hooks, Patricia Parker and Tammy Rountree; eleven great grandchildren and ten great great grandchildren; a special friend, Ruth Johnson of Whiteville.
Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers.
The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Peacock's Chapel in the Pines.
A Peacock Service, Whiteville, NC
Published in the Star-News on 4/16/2008 

Horne, Wanda Lee Bradshaw, 66, of Richlands, died Thursday, April 10, 2008, at Pitt County Memorial Hospital, Greenville. The funeral will be at 6 p.m. Sunday at Community Funeral Home, Beulaville. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Williams Cemetery, Richlands. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 
 
Mr. Claude 'CC' Howard, aged 80, of Bolivia, NC, died Thursday, April 17th, 2008, at his residence.
A celebration of CC's life will be conducted at 11:00 AM Monday, April 21st, 2008, at Shallotte Presbyterian Church with Reverend John Causey officiating.
Mr. Howard was born March 31st, 1928, in Fayetteville, NC, a son of the late Claudius Cooper and Ruby Cullom Howard and was a High School Science teacher prior to his retiring to Brunswick County. A US Air Force veteran, Mr. Howard taught Science at Brandywine High School in Wilmington, DE, where he also coached Softball and Volleyball from 1962 until his retirement in 1988. During his retirement he volunteered with the US Coast Guard Auxiliary # 10-05 on Oak Island and was a member of Shallotte Presbyterian Church. He was loved by many and will be missed by all.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Kitty Clark Howard of the home; a son, Buster Howard and wife Jo of St. Simons, GA; a daughter, Kim Burgmuller and husband Gary of New Castle, DE; a sister, Ruby Chandler and husband Woodrow of Palm Harbor, FL; 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Aside from his parents, CC was preceded in death by 5 sisters.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made to Shallotte Presbyterian Church, Building Fund, PO BOX 3256, Shallotte, NC 28459, or to the charity of your choice.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Supply.
Published in the Star-News on 4/20/2008 

On April 5, 2008, Jimmy Roscoe Howard of Fairfax Station, Virginia, formerly of Elizabethtown, North Carolina, passed at his residence.
He is survived by his wife, Dr. Barbara Corbett Howard; one son, James Marcus Howard; four sisters: Mary Spagley, Martha Legette, Ada Harrison and Candes Smith.
The family will receive friends Friday, April 11, 2008, from 11 a.m. until noon service time at Antioch Baptist Church, 6531 Little Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, Virginia, 22039. Dr. Marshal Ausberry, Eulogist. Interment: Fairfax Memorial Park, Fairfax, Virginia.
Arrangements by: Joynes Funeral Home, Inc., Warrenton, Virginia, www.joynesfuneralhome.com
Published in the Star-News on 4/10/2008 

Joseph J. Howard, age 92, devoted husband and father, US Army retired, passed away peacefully April 22 at his home.
A resident of Oak Island for nearly eight years, Joseph resided in Matawan, NJ and Cumberland, Md before relocating to North Carolina in 2000. Joseph was born March 18, 1916, was preceeded in death by his beloved wife of 66 years, Blanche M. Howard of the home; and by his parents Anna and Joseph Zukowski of Matawan, New Jersey.
Surviving are a son, James J. Howard and wife Vikki of Oak Island; daughters Joann Howard Sensabaugh of Florida; Diane Howard and husband Tony Janish of New Jersey; four grandchildren: John, Joe, Jessica, and Andrew; stepgrandsons Adrian, Chris, Nick; great-grandchildren Nathan and Emma; and a stepsister Victoria Levinsky.
Joseph enlisted in the US Army in 1935 and served with the medical department at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii and Fort Jay, NY.
During WWII he participated in the campaigns in Northern France, Normandy, Central Europe, and the Rhinelands. As the officer responsible for evacuating the sick and wounded under combat conditions from Battalion Aid Stations. He was with the 1st Calvary Division in four campaigns in the Korean Conflict, attaining the rank of Major.
Joseph earned the American Defense Medal, American Campaign Medal, European Theater Medal with three battle stars, WWII Victory Medal, Meritorious Service Unit Plaque, Bronze Star, and Korean Presidential Unit Citation.
Joe demonstrated an incredible zest for life. He loved to dance and sing, and his life was dedicated to his family and his many dear friends, especially those at the local Moose Lodge and at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at noon on Friday April 25, 2008, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Southport, NC, with Reverend Trent Watts officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, Supply, NC.
Arrangements are entrusted to Peacock-Newman & White Funeral Services of Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008 

John Earl Hunt, Sr., 89, of Wilmington, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Jack was born November 28, 1918, in Wilmington, NC, son of the late Edward Vincent Hunt and Katherine Eitel Hunt. Three brothers, Edward, Patrick, and Linwood Hunt, and one sister, Margaret Williams, preceded him in death. Mr. Hunt served on a submarine in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theatre. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service with over 30 years of service.
There were three loves in Jack's life; his golf, he was a member of the CGA of the Carolinas, once placing second in the Wilmington City Open, his gardening and yard work with his azaleas, and last but not least, he loved his family, especially his granddaughter, Breyley.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Billie Hunt; son, John E. Hunt, Jr. and wife, Mellinee, and granddaughter, Breyley Hunt, of Southport, NC; daughter, Sandra H. Quinn and husband, Robert, of Georgetown, SC; two nieces, Kitty Kosh and Libby Pearson; and nephew, Gary Williams. His memorial service will be 3pm Saturday, April 12, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel with Rev. Francis Daniel officiating.
The family will receive friends Saturday, at the funeral home, from 2pm until the service hour. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Jack's memory to First Tee of Wilmington, c/o ProGolf / Tee Smith Custom Golf, 323 Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403, or to the charity of one's choice.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008 

Isaacsen, Barton 85, died Saturday, March 29, 2008, at home. Service will be private. Wilmington Burial and
Cremation.  Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Ivey, Benjamin 'Ben,' 78, of Evergreen, died Thursday, April 24, 2008, at Columbus Regional Healthcare
System, Whiteville. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Macedonia Baptist Church. Burial will be
in the church cemetery. Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Jackson, Douglas 'Doug' Jr., 59, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008. A memorial service will be at 4 p.m.
Friday at St. Johns Episcopal Church. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 

Jackson, Lydia  66, of 7941 Rockingham Road, Laurel Hill, died Thursday, April 17, 2008, at home. A memorial
service will be at noon Tuesday at Church of Jesus Christ and Latter Day Saints, Laurinburg. S&L Funeral Home, Maxton.  Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008 

Douglas "Doug" Jackson Jr., 59, of Wilmington, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at Lower
Cape Fear Hospice Center after a brief illness.
Doug was preceded in death by a brother, Ray Jackson.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Susan Perten Jackson; his parents, Douglas and Mary Lou Jackson Sr.; his brother, Daryl Jackson and wife Nancy and their children Grant and Alysha; Kit Jackson, widow of his brother and her daughter Sara; mother-in-law, Kay Noble and her husband Jack; sister-in-law Marion Sullivan and her husband Donald and their three children and nine grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Karen Privette and her husband Bill and their three children and three grandchildren.
Doug was an active member of St. John's Episcopal Church. He retired from Corning after almost 30 years of service. After his retirement, he enjoyed guiding bird hunts at Wintergreen with his dogs Brandy and Dan and Dixie and Gus.
Memorial services will be held at 4 pm on Friday, April 18, 2008, at St. John's Episcopal Church with the Father Thomas C. Barnett officiating. The family will receive friends following the services in the Elebash Hall.
Doug was a man tall in stature but gentle in nature. His warmth and loving spirit greatly impressed everyone he met. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Sandhills Area Land Trust (memo: Hank Wheeler Preserve) PO Box 1032, Southern Pines, NC 28388, the NC Coastal Land Trust, 131 Racine Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403 or to any environmental charity of one's choice.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 7919-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008 

James, Crystal Dawn 27, died Saturday, April 12, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A memorial service will be at noon today at Liberty Baptist Church, Holly Ridge. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.  Published in the Star-News on 4/15/2008 

Mrs. Rozella Whitley James, 93, died April 24, 2008, at Bon Secours Retirement Community, Richmond, VA.
Born in Wilmington, NC on March 21, 1915, she lived many years in Portsmouth, VA, before returning to Wilmington, NC where she and her late husband John Durwood James retired.
Surviving are her one daughter Mrs. Rosemary Chenoweth and her husband Lawson of Richmond, VA; one sister, Doris Talley of Virginia Beach, VA; two brothers, Edgar Whitley of Virginia Beach, and Thomas Whitley of Kerrville, TX; two grandsons, James Chenoweth and Chris Chenoweth of Richmond, VA; and six great-grandchildren.
She was a long time member of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church. Funeral services will be held 11:00 Tuesday, April 29, 2008, in the Mausoleum Chapel of Greenlawn Memorial Park with Reverend John Giddens officiating. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 pm, Monday evening at Coble Ward-Smith Oleander Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, Wilmington, NC.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Jenrette, Nathan Joe, 48, of Lake View Drive, Whiteville, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at Columbus
Regional Healthcare System, Whiteville. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at New Light AME
Church, Dothan Road, Tabor City. S&L and Goodwill Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Jerr, Lenora ‘Lynn' Ruth 64, of Sand Dollar Drive, Carolina Shores, died Thursday, April 17, 2008. Services will be at 10 a.m. today in the Calabash Presbyterian Church. Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Johnson, Arlethia of 204 S. 16th St., died Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Mariner Health of Wilmington. The funeral will be at noon Monday at St. Stephen AME Church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Adkins Drain Funeral Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/20/2008 
 
Johnson, Johnnie, 72, of Brooklyn, N.Y., and formerly of Willard, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008,
at Flushing Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by Matthews Funeral Home, Wallace. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 

Johnson III, William ‘Will' Eugene 28, of Evergreen, died Sunday, March 30, 2008 in Hope Well, Va. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Chadbourn Presbyterian Church. Interment will follow in the Evergreen United Methodist Church Cemetery. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Allen Bankert Jones, 87, died Saturday April 19, 2008 at his Jumpin Run Drive Wilmington, NC residence.
Allen was born October 29, 1920, in Franklinton, NC, to the late Richard Thorpe Jones and Fannie Belle Allen Jones. He spent his childhood in Boydton, Virginia, Mecklenburg County and moved to Raleigh, NC when he was 16, following the death of his father. He graduated from Broughton High School, Raleigh. A veteran of WWII, Mr. Jones served in the US Navy in North Africa.
Following the war Mr. Jones began a career in Radio in Suffolk, VA and in 1948 came to Wilmington, NC to manage station WGNI in the heyday of Top 40 Radio. While in Wilmington Allen was active in civic affairs, serving as the 5th president of the Azalea Festival and played a role in bringing the battleship USS North Carolina to Wilmington. He also served St. Paul's Episcopal Church as a vestry member and as Lay reader.
Mr. Jones continued his career in radio with The Tobacco Radio Network and Capital Broadcasting Company in Raleigh, until his retirement in 1983.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Sarah Weisiger Jones and a step-daughter Noel Chamberlin.
Surviving are his wife Faith Memory Jones of the home; daughter and son-in-law Sally and Bill Freelove of Greenville, NC; granddaughter Laura Freelove of Atlanta, GA; son-in-law Bill Chamberlin of Bowie, MD; and brother Thorpe Jones and Wife Elva of Greensboro, NC.
A private burial service will be held at the St. James Episcopal Churchyard in Boydton, Virginia.
Memorials be made to New Hanover County Library in his memory 201 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403. (910) 791-9099 
Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008 

Jones, Brenda Carter of 1301 Jasper St., Apt. D, Clinton, died Friday, April 11, 2008, at Wake Medical Center,
Raleigh. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Mill Creek Baptist Church, Roseboro. Burial
will be in Clinton Cemetery, Clinton. Carter Funeral Home, Garland. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Harrell Reid Jones, 84, of Charlotte, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2008 at NC Veterans Nursing
Home in Salisbury, NC where he resided for three years.
Harrell was born April 18, 1924 in Wilmington, NC. He served with the US Navy during WWII aboard the USS Pioneer where he assisted in the rescue of 606 of his fellow servicemen who were victims of the ill-fated USS Rhona. He retired from Nello Teer Inc. (Hanson Inc.) after 22 years of service.
Mr. Jones is survived by his wife of 54 years Gladys Allene Jones; his daughter Luwana Toldon of Myrtle Beach, SC; his son Sam W. Jones of GA; 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
A visitation will be held 10:00 AM Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at McEwen Funeral Service 5716 Monroe Road with Funeral Services starting at 11:00 AM following the visitation. Burial will follow at Sharon Memorial Park in Charlotte, NC. Harrell Jones will always be loved and missed by his family and friends.
McEwen Funeral Services entrusted to the care of Mr. Jones.
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008 

Louis Alman Jones Ph.D. passed away March 26, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center
after a short illness. Lou had recently resided at Woodbury Wellness Center of Hampstead. He was born November 20, 1924, in Ashburnham, Massachusetts. He was preceded in death by his wife Alice Jones. He is survived by a son, Brian Jones of Wilmington, North Carolina.
Lou received his bachelor's degree from Clark University, and his Ph.D. from Texas A&M. He retired from North Carolina State University where he taught organic chemistry. He also worked for the federal government as a chemist. After his retirement Lou worked as a realtor in Hampstead, North Carolina.
A memorial services will be held at the memorial garden at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 107 Deerfield Drive, Hampstead, NC (just off Highway 17N) April 12, 2008, at 2:00 pm. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial gifts be may be made to the American Heart Association.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 

Mr. Ted Joseph Jordan, 71, of Rocky Point, NC died Tuesday April 22, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Jordan was born on February 17, 1937, in Columbus Co., NC, son of the late John Pross and Lizzie Catherine Jordan. He is survived by his wife Barbara Jordan. His children are Denise Alexander and Rai of Greensboro, Debbie Wilson of Wilmington, Teresa Robinson and Bill of Salem, WV, Dale Gordon, Jr. of Walker, WV, Linda Sprout and Tom of Walker, WV, and Jeff Gordon and Fefe of Walker, WV. Six grandchildren, Jordan Alexander, Tyler and Hunter Wilson, Carl Ray Sprout, Chad Johnson and Josh Gordon, survive him. Two brothers, Bill Jordan of Wilmington, Ricky Jordan of Hollywood, AL, and two sisters, Nula Tingleff of Stone Mountain, GA, and Karen Knarr of Columbia, SC, also survive him.
In addition to his parents, two sisters, Mary Magdeline Jordan, Pauline Halloran and one brother, Ralph Jordan, Sr., preceded Mr. Jordan in death.
Mr. Jordan was a U.S. Army Veteran of the 82nd Airborne, a retired electrician, and a devoted husband and father. He was also a member of Pike Rocky Point Presbyterian Church.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2008, at Pike Rocky Point Presbyterian Church followed by a celebration of life luncheon with family and friends in the fellowship hall.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests all memorials be directed to Pike Rocky Point Presbyterian Church 7450 US Hwy 117 S. Rocky Point, NC 28457, or Lower Cape Fear Hospice 725 Wellington Ave. Wilmington, NC 28401.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008 

SOUTHPORT -- Howard Bayard Josias, DDS, 87, of the St. James Community died Wednesday
April 16, 2008.
Dr. Josias was born in Brooklyn, NY, on January 4, 1921, and was the son of the late Jack Josias and Estelle Tobias Josias. He moved to Poughkeepsie, NY, at the age of 15 and graduated Poughkeepsie High School. He loved tennis, sailing, skiing and especially cooking for family and friends.
He graduated U.V.A. June 1945 and was on their tennis and boxing teams while there. He did his post graduate dental degree at University of Pennsylvania. He served in World War II in the US Navy Dental Corp. After establishing a private practice in Poughkeepsie, NY, he was reactivated during the Korean Conflict and served his duty in Augsburg, Germany. He practiced General Dentistry with a Specialty in Cosmetics for 55 years, retiring finally in 1998 to Southport, NC.
Howard was a life member of the American Dental Association and Dutchess County Dental Society and continued a member of the Poughkeepsie Tennis Club. He and Winnie were active in the Junior Davis Club events there, and he was always proud of his many tennis trophies. He played tennis at St. James when there were only two hard courts and wrote many letters to the Developer in the early years that they were missing out if they didn't put in new Har-tru courts, which they finally did. He was also an active downhill skier into his 80's and a member of the 'Over 80's Ski Club. He has skied all over Europe and the US. He also enjoyed sharing his love
of sailing, taking friends bare boating in the Caribbean and at their 2nd home on Lake George, NY.
He always loved cooking and having friends in to try a new recipe. Howard leaves a large family……..especially of friends!
Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Winnie (Winifred Lech Morse) Josias of the home; a daughter, Barbara Krass and husband Ed of Bloomfield, MI; grandchildren, Gary Goodman and his wife, Kim, Lysa Goodman Poore and husband Brian; great-grandchildren, Ryan Goodman, Sammy Goodman and Asher Poore all of MI; a daughter, Cori Josias Wachman and husband Richard; grandchildren, Peter Wachman and Casey Wachman all of London England; a son, Roy Josias of Bridgeport, CT; stepdaughter, Dr. Alison Morse Gainesville, FL; a stepson, C. Todd Morse and wife, Neva ; grandchildren, Cole Morse and Jena Morse all of Guthrie, OK. He
was preceded in death by a son, R. Michael Josias.
He will be remembered for his wry sense of humor, love of skiing, skills at tennis and cooking, sailing adventures, and his generous loving ways. There are no plans for a funeral service. Condolences can be sent to winnie@ec.rr.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Howard's memory to The American Cancer Society, or to a charity of your choice.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008 

Dora Ree Justice, 83, of Wilmington, died April 1, 2008.
Dora was born September 28, 1924, in Wilmington, the daughter of the late David and Dora Ethridge Raines. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William E. Justice.
Dora is survived by a sister, Inet Hardison, a brother, David Raines and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 12-1 Friday at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel. A graveside service will follow at 1:30 PM at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008 

Keech, Lillian Reid Monk, 72, of 548 S., N.C. 11, Magnolia, died Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at
Lenoir Memorial Hospital, Kinston. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Rhodes Funeral
Home, Warsaw. Burial will be in the Monk Cemetery. 
Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008 

Lida Eloise Kellum, age 85 of Wilmington, died Sunday, April 13, 2008.
She was born in Wilmington on February 28, 1923 to the late Thomas Clyde Lewis and Clayton Sophia Beery Lewis. She was the widow of Maurice H. 'Smiley' Kellum who died in 1992.
She was a lifelong resident of Wilmington and was a member of Fifth Ave. United Methodist Church.
She is survived by her daughters, Ann Kellum, and Amanda Maggard (Alan); grandchildren, Stephanie Wood (Jeff), and Tyler and Jessica Maggard. A special friend, Leroy Flint as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 pm Wednesday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
A graveside service will be held 11 am Thursday at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Memorials may be directed to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 1406 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC 28401 or Carolina Canines for Service, PO Box 12643, Wilmington, NC 28405.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/15/2008 

EAST ROCHESTER, New York -- Hilda Hearn Kelly died peacefully, April 19, 2008, at the age of 79 years. Hilda was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Raymond J. Kelly, her parents, Charles H. and Edna (McMillan) Hearn; her brothers Charles and Craig; her brothers-in-law, Edward Kelly, Toby Casioli, Mike Pistner, Odell Thorpe, Herbert Tucker and Luke Jarman; her sister, Edna Casioli and sisters-in-law, Lucille Sliter and Bessie Hearn.
Hilda leaves 4 children, James Craig, Ray (Patricia), Tim (Susan) and Kathy (Dennis) Finucane, as well as 8 grandchildren: Grace Kelly, Faith Kelly, Danielle Finucane, Shannon Edna Finucane, Kathryn Finucane, Jacquie and Larry Arcarese and Lily Ades; 1 brother, Walden Hearn; 5 sisters, Madeline Jarman, Ruth Eakins (Horace), Neta Pistner, Eloise Thorpe, Miriam Tucker and a sister-in-law, Anne Kelly.
Friends may call Tuesday, 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at the Harloff Funeral Home, 803 South Washington Street in East Rochester. Hilda's funeral service will be held at 10:00 am on Wednesday at The First Presbyterian Church of East Rochester. Interment in Oakwood Cemetery.
Please consider honoring Hilda with donations to Montreat College, Montreat, NC 28757 or to, Lifetime Care Hospice, 3111 Winton Rd. South, Rochester, NY 14623-2988.
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Kelly, John Junior, 86, of Elizabethtown, died Thursday, April 24, 2008. The funeral will be at 3 p.m.
Sunday at Elizabethtown Baptist Church. Burial will be in Elizabethown City Cemetery. Bladen
Funeral Home, Elizabethtown. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Kelly, Sherry 40, of Whiteville, died Sunday, April 27, 2008, at Waccamaw Senior Living Center in Lake Waccamaw. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Cherry Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Peoples Funeral
Home of Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Kelly, Thurman 75, of Clarkton, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at Columbus Regional HealthCare. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Western Prong Baptist Church Cemetery. McKenzie Mortuary, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/20/2008 

Keys, Herbert G., of Newark, N.J., died Wednesday, April 16, 2008, in Newark. A graveside service will
be at 2 p.m. today at Graham Chapel AME Zion church cemetery. Jordan Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Kornegay, William Henry, formerly of Magnolia, died Sunday, April 13, 2008, in Dover, Del. The
funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Peter United Holy Church, Magnolia. Burial will be in
Duplin Memorial Gardens, Teachey. Rose Hill Funeral Service, Rose Hill. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 

Jacquelyn Janine Kubeck, 51, of Wilmington, after courageously waging a valiant and painful war through years of ovarian cancer, gently passed away at 12:01am, Monday, March 31, 2008. A beautiful vivacious wife, friend, and lover to her husband Bruce and mother to her daughter Emily, she will be remembered forever in our hearts and by all who have ever met her. She was born December 16, 1956, in Bethesda, Maryland.
She is survived by her husband, Bruce A. Kubeck, daughter Emily N. Pridgen and husband Andrew R. Pridgen and three grandchildren, David Pridgen, Benjamin Pridgen and Ellyn Pridgen of Columbia, S.C. Also, surviving are her parents, Ray N. Joens and Marjorie Sue Joens of Wilmington, brother Scott Joens of New York City and brothers Patrick Joens, Michael Joens and his wife Cathy Joens of California. Also, step son Donald S. Kubeck and his wife Michelle Kubeck, step grandchildren Madeline Kubeck, Jackson Kubeck of Wilmington, and step son
Robert Kubeck of Wilmington, step son Kenneth Kubeck and step grandchild Christian Kubeck of York, SC.
Janine was creative, artistic and energetic. She loved graphic design while working with her husband Bruce when they owned a printing company. Further adventures into a fashionable ladies clothing boutique and also real estate management with husband Bruce showed such an abundant variety of abilities. She loved to draw and developed her own special feature characters and paintings. Her home was well furnished, tastefully appointed and her home decorating skills were always outstanding, with family get togethers often an excuse for wondrous and creative decorations and wrappings fit for royalty. She was a lady of fashion and always dressed impeccably. A close and generous friend to many people, she had such charisma, we all loved her. Janine, always fun to be with, and Bruce took several Caribbean cruises, which they both greatly enjoyed. On board formal nights and off shore parties were great and especially fun for Janine.
Janine was a great woman of faith. She loved and served her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and lived a life that glorified Him. Janine had a generous spirit and whether it was family, friends or complete strangers, she counted it all joy to give abundantly with all she had. Even in her last days, she found great joy in giving gifts to her nurses and other patients she met along her journey. She will be greatly missed, but the legacy of love, service and hope will live on for generations to come.
The family would like to especially express their thanks and gratitude to the nurses and doctors at the Zimmer Center and NHRMC. We especially would like to thank Dr. Walter Gajewski for his superb oncology skills and ability to create an emotional bond for Janine. We also thank nurses Melinda, Shauna, Debbie and Kim for their special care.
Visitation service will be held with the family at Andrews Mortuary, 1617 Market Street in Wilmington, Thursday, April 3, 2008 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm. A memorial service will be held at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel at 11:00am, Friday, April 4, 2008, by Rev. Phil Ortego.
Andrews Market Street Chapel
Published in the Star-News from 4/2/2008 - 4/3/2008 
 
Kuhler, Warren C., 65, of Sunset Beach, died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at home. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the St. Luke Lutheran Church, Ocean Isle Beach. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008 

Lancaster, Billie Hansley, 81, died Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Loris Hospital. A graveside
service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Inman Funeral Home, Tabor City. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 
 
WILMINGTON – John Thomas Lanier, 47, of Wilmington passed away surrounded by family
and friends at his home on April 12, 2008. Born in New Hanover County, his parents were the
late Evander Jefferson Lanier and Betty Ann Collum Lanier.
Thomas is survived by his mother, Betty Ann Davis and step-father, Bizzle Davis of
Elizabethtown; sisters, Joyce Konczynski and husband, Henry, of FL, Rose Marie Hinson and
husband, James, of Whiteville, Nancy Bothwell and husband, Russell, of Wilmington; brothers,
Timothy Lanier and David Lanier of Wilmington; fiancée, Mary Jane Allen of Wilmington. In
addition to his father, Thomas is predeceased by two brothers, Wilbur Lanier and Wesley Lanier.
A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM at Greenlawn Memorial Park
officiated by Pastor Merrell McKoy. The family will receive friends on Monday evening from
6:00 until 8:00 PM at Coble Ward Smith Funeral Home, 3915 Oleander Drive.
Tributes and condolences may be sent to the family at www.MeM.com.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008 

Joseph R. Latham, Jr., 75, of Wilmington, died Tuesday April 22, 2008. Mr. Latham was born in New Bern, NC, September 17th, 1932, and was the son of Joseph and Marjorie Latham of New Bern. He is preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Mrs. Emma Latham.
Mr. Latham was a devoted husband, father and friend, as well as a dedicated servant of his church, country and community. After graduating from New Bern High School, Mr. Latham attended The University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, receiving his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1955, and was a true Tar Heel supporter his entire life. Post-graduation, Mr. Latham proudly served in the United States Army. His professional career was dedicated to the insurance industry, retiring after 35 years with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC, and until his death, Mr.
Latham served as head of Latham Benefits, Inc.. A long time Rotarian, Mr. Latham was a member of the East Wilmington Rotary Club and passionately believed in the principals of service and fellowship. An active member of St. Andrews On-the-Sound Episcopal Church, his strong faith was the foundation of his life.
He is survived by his daughter, Emma Herring of Wendell, NC and his son, Steven Latham of Marvin, NC. He was the proud grandfather of three, Sarah Martin of Wendell, NC, Sam Latham and Katie Latham of Marvin, NC. His surviving siblings are Mary Alice Kent, Fred Latham and Janet Latham, all of New Bern, NC. Mr. Latham will be remembered by his constant smile, his belief in always doing the right thing, loving spirit and belief "that being
happy was a choice."
A memorial service celebrating his life will be held on Sunday April 27th, 2008, at 1:30 pm at St. Andrews On-the-Sound Episcopal Church, officiated by The Rev. Richard G. Elliott, followed by a reception at the church.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Andrews On-the-Sound Episcopal Church, 101 Airlie Road, Wilmington, NC, 28403.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News from 4/25/2008 - 4/26/2008 

Leasenfeld, June W 84, died Saturday, April 26, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home, Oleander Chapel. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/27/2008 

Marie Khiva LeBon of Hampstead died Sunday April 27, 2008 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
She was born February 26, 1947 in Lumberton, NC daughter of the late John Manuel Cabral and Khiva Cain Cabral. Mrs. LeBon was a member of Victory Baptist Church.
Surviving is her husband Frederick LeBon of the home, daughter, Brenda Sullivan and husband Wayne of Joppa, Maryland, grandchildren, Ashley, Brady, and Cassey, brother, John Cabral of Maryland.
A funeral service will be held 11 am Wednesday April 30, 2008 at Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel. Burial will follow in Cashwell Cemetery Abbottsburg, NC.
The family will receive friends from 7 pm to 8 pm Tuesday at Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel.
A Hampstead Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008 

Levy, Marion of 101 Charter Drive, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at Silver Stream Rehabilitation and Health Care
Center. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at St. Luke AME Zion Church. Burial will follow in
Calvary Memorial Cemetery. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Richard Henry Lewis, 61 of Wilmington passed away April 3, 2008, at his residence. Richard was preceded in death by his parents Donavan Lewis and Pearl Farney Lewis and a sister Dona Lewis.
He is survived by his wife Nylda M. Lewis of the home, stepdaughters Laura (Barry) Morgan and Victoria (Anthony) Vuocolo, grandchildren Riley and Mallory Morgan, Zackary and Taylor Vuocolo and Anthony Marble, father in law Francis Routier, many loving cousins, in laws and friends.
Richard was born in Syracuse, NY, the second child of Donovan and Pearl Farney Lewis. The family moved from Syracuse to Kinston, NC when he was seven years old and he resided in Kinston until he was an adult.
Richard achieved the rank of Eagle Scout while a member of Troop 43 in Kinston, NC. He served in the US Army in Vietnam where he was an assistant to the General of the Twenty Fifth Infantry Division and a DEROS officer. He attained the rank of E5 and was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service to his country.
Richard received the Lord into his life in 1976. He served at various times as a Gideon and was a member of the Full Gospel Businessmen's Fellowship. He enjoyed being "the man behind the scenes" in church activities.
Richard worked as a Painting contractor, Real Estate Broker and Construction Estimator. He was a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America in Jacksonville, NC and here in Wilmington.
Richard met Nylda in 1996 on a bus trip to Washington, DC sponsored by the American Cancer Society. They were married in 2000 while taking another bus trip to Gatlinburg, TN.
In 2002, Richard became disabled due to a service connected illness. After this time he enjoyed traveling throughout the U.S. and Mexico and to many European countries where he took many pictures and sampled the local cuisine. He loved collecting hats and hat pins from the many places he visited.
He also enjoyed yard work and gardening. His favorite past time in later years was watching the cooking channel and visiting with his grandchildren.
A Celebration of Richard's life will be 4:00 PM, Sunday, April 6, 2008, at Harbor United Methodist Church. Inurnment in Coastal Carolina State Veteran's Cemetery, Jacksonville, NC on Tuesday at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Boy Scouts of America Troop 41, c/o Gordon Street Christian Church, 118 E Gordon Street, Kinston, NC OR Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 791-9099
Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008 

Lewis Sr., Richard Donald 74, of Bobby Lane, Shallotte, died Sunday, April 20, 2008, in the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday in the Sharon United Methodist Church. Burial will
follow in the church cemetery. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 

Lewis, Richard Henry 61, died Thursday, April 3, 2008, at home. The service will be at 4 p.m. today at Harbor United Methodist Church. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 

Shih Tseng Li, age 71 of Wilmington died Thursday, April 3, 2008.
He was born March 24, 1937, in Calcutta, India, the son of the late Hong Sen Li and Chong Moi Wen. He was preceded in death by his wife, Huai Jung Hou.
Surviving are his children, Lilin Yap and husband Kenneth Yap of Wilmington, Lisa Hsiung and husband Steven Hsiung, and Mary Chang and husband Richard Chang, all of Sweden, Chen Woon Li and wife Lily Li, and Han Woon Li and wife Rebecca Li, all of Wilmington, and Fiona Huang and husband Alan Huang of California; and fourteen grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held 10 am Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 7:30 pm Monday at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 

Mary Jean (Hottinger) Link, age 89, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2008, in Columbus, Ohio.
Jean was born October 11, 1918, in Columbus, Ohio to the late William and Agnes (Crogan) Hottinger. She graduated from West High School in 1936 and went to work for the F & R Lazarus Company.
She was married to Frank E. Link June 26, 1947. After residing in Columbus for several years, they moved to Raleigh NC where they lived for 25 years and then retired to Kure Beach, NC.
Jean enjoyed the beach as well as her flowers. In 2005 they moved to Wilmington, NC. After Frank passed away in November of 2007, Jean moved back to Columbus, Ohio, to live with her niece. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Bob and Bill Hottinger; and sister, Margaret Ann Tompkins.
She is survived by six nieces and four nephews.
Graveside service and interment 11 a.m. Friday, April 18 at Sunset Cemetery, Galloway, Ohio.
To send condolences to the family visit www. schoedinger.com
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 

Mr. Bing Crosby (B.C.) Lockamy, 67 of 1129 Old Mill Road, Wallace died Wednesday April 23, 2008,
at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, April 27, 2008, at 6:00 p.m. at Padgett Funeral Chapel conducted by the Rev. Leo Bracken. Burial will be Monday, April 28, 2008, at 10:00 am at Riverview Memorial Park in Watha.
Mr. Lockamy is survived by his wife, Mrs. Mary Edwards Lockamy of the home, one son, Jimmy Lockamy of Wallace; two grandsons, William and Matthew Lockamy of Wallace; one sister, Mrs. Elaine Piner and husband Alfred of Willard and several nieces and nephews.
Born in Sampson County, Mr. Lockamy was the son of the late Ethan and Ruth Davis Lockamy and a member of First Assembly of God.
He was preceded in death by his son, William Crosby Lockamy, a sister Glenda Faye Boney and also his daughter-in-law, Paula Cline Lockamy.
The family will receive at Padgett Funeral Home from 4:00 to 6:00 pm Sunday and at their residence, 1129 Old Mill Road, Wallace other times.
Padgett Funeral Home is serving the Lockamy Family.
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008 

Lofton, Velma, 69, of the Deep Bottom community, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at Duplin General Hospital, Kenansville. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Victory Deliverance Temple, Maple Hill. Burial will be in the Pickett family cemetery, Wallace. Rose Hill Funeral Home, Rose Hill. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008 

Long, Robert H. Sr., 80, of Jacksonville, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Pitt Memorial Hospital, Greenville. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Jones Funeral Home, Jacksonville. Burial will be at Sealawn Memorial Park, Hampstead. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Joan G. Maher, 73, of Leland, NC, and a former resident of Suffolk County, NY, passed away suddenly Sunday, April 13, 2008 at her home in Leland.
She was born January 29, 1935, in Oceanside, Long Island, NY, daughter of the late Anthony Ulip and Marion Motel' Ulip.
Joan married her husband of fifty-one years, Edward L. Maher, August 12, 1956. They enjoyed a long and happy marriage. Both were retired and enjoyed traveling together extensively.
Along with her husband, she is survived by a son, Ronald A. Maher and wife Gloria of Suffolk County, NY; a daughter, Joannie G. Maher of CA; grandchildren, Jessica Maher, Jamie Maher, Jennifer Maher, and Stephen Maher; a great-grandchild, Jayden Alvarez; a brother, Ronald A. Ulip and wife Marion of FL; and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Friday, April 18, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel, 1617 Market Street, Wilmington, NC.
At 5:30 p.m. Friday, during the visitation hours, a memorial service will be held at the mortuary by the Rev. Charlie Hause of Harbor United Methodist Church.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/16/2008 

Maners Sr., Martin A. 'Doc' 87, of High Point, died Sunday, March 30, 2008. The service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Cumby Family Funeral Service, High Point. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008 

Ruth Savage Mansfield of Wilmington died April 23, 2008 at Autumn Care Myrtle Grove. She was born February 17, 1911 in Lowell, Ohio, daughter of the late Arza Savage and Launa Wilking Savage. She was preceded in death by her husband of more than fifty years, Herbert G. Mansfield a retired Colonel in the U.S. Army. She made her home in Fayetteville, N.C. for over thirty years before moving to Wilmington in 1998 to be close to her daughters.
She had a wonderful life as a military wife and mother traveling the world and playing golf.
Surviving are her children, Ginny Mansfield of Wilmington, Carole Amick and husband Bob Haughton of Wilmington, grandsons, Chris Nienow and Jimmy Nienow, sister, Faye Heiden and husband Dick of San Diego, California and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held 11 am Friday May 2, 2008 at Oleander Memorial Gardens.
Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice 2222 South 17th St. Wilmington NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Charles Willard Marshburn, 82, of Wilmington, died Sunday, April 27, 2008, at Liberty Commons Nursing Center.
Charles was born June 13, 1925 in Wake County, NC, son of the late Charlie Freeman Marshburn and Susie Haswell Marshburn. His wife, Florence Ilsley Marshburn, sister, Mary Elizabeth Marshburn, and grandson, Preston Pleasant, preceded him in death.  Mr. Marshburn was a member of Wrightsboro United Methodist Church. He was retired from the U.S. military after 22 years of service (6 years with the U.S. Navy and 16 years with the U.S. Air Force) as a pilot with the rank of Major. He is survived by four daughters, Marian Marshburn Walker and husband, Clarence, of Ben Wheeler, TX, Martha Marshburn Rubash and husband, Bill, of Brownwood, TX, Louise Witham Hovey and husband, Daniel of Smithfield, NC, and Jacque Witham Crawford and husband, Ray, of Wilmington,
NC; four grandchildren, Katherine, Heather, Jennifer and John; and six great-grandchildren.
A graveside memorial service will be 2 pm Saturday, May 3, 2008, at Greenmont Cemetery, Wendell, NC, with Rev. Bill Haddock officiating.
The family would like to thank the staff members of Liberty Commons and The Commons at Brightmore for their special care and assistance.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Delmar Elmer Martin, 84, of Sabbath Home Road, Varnamtown, NC, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at his residence.
Born in Champagne, Illinois, on June 14, 1923, he was a son of the late Delmar William and Nellie Ester Bailey Martin. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a sister, Jessie Martin Robinson.
He was a USMC veteran and a retired brakeman with the Southern-Illinois Railroad.
Surviving are his wife, Dot Galloway Robinson of the home; a stepdaughter, Cammie R. Brown and her husband, Steve, Greensboro, NC; two stepsons, Donald Robinson, Champagne, IL, and David Robinson, Monticello, IL; one brother, Gilbert Martin, Cape Cod, MA; and a granddaughter, Sheryl Robinson.
Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. from the graveside in the Georgetown-Holden Cemetery, Supply, NC.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services at the cemetery.
Brunswick Funeral Service and Crematory, Shallotte, NC. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008 

Martorelli, Ellen Mary, 66, of Fairway Drive East, Sunset Beach, died Saturday, March 29, 2008, at home. The Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Brendans Catholic Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Massengill, Jerry Raymond 58, died Sunday, April 27, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008 

Shirley Swan Mattes, age 77, of Wilmington died Sunday, April 20, 2008.
She was born in Roanoke, VA on June 18, 1930 to the late Charles Willard Swan and Nellie Ida Toense Swan.
Shirley was a member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Wilmington. She was Past President of The Wilmington Choral Society, member of Cape Fear Chorale, founding member of The Morley Muse Quartet (Washington, DC), YWCA member, and a Church Choir member since 1950. She was formerly employed by the US Comptroller of the Currency, Washington, DC and the Federal Reserve Bank in Baltimore, MD. She owned and managed travel agencies in McLean, VA and Wilmington, NC for over 12 years. She traveled extensively worldwide including many European countries, Japan, South America, and Africa. In addition to this, she was a caring mother and
homemaker for her family in the various states in which she lived, including New Mexico, California, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina. She was the loving wife and soul mate of Charles E. Mattes for 57 years, other survivors include her three sons, Jeffrey Mattes of Atlanta, GA, James Mattes and David Mattes, both of Wilmington, her grandchildren, Ray and Elizabeth Mattes. Sister Beverly Donelson, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. A celebration of life ceremony will be held 3 pm Friday, April 25, 2008 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 600 Grace St., Wilmington.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations should be made to St. Mark's Episcopal Church.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008 


Julie Anne Paluck Matthews age 79 of 952 Cornwallis Road Teachey died Wednesday April 9, 2008, at Davis Health Care in Wilmington.
The funeral service will be held Saturday April 12 at 11:00 a.m. at Padgett Funeral Chapel conducted by Rev. Richard Phillips. Burial will follow in Rockfish Memorial Cemetery.
She is survived her husband James Pratt Matthews of the home, 3 daughters, Debra M. Thompson and husband Mike of Watha, Betsy M. Brice and husband Russell of Wallace and Karen M. Snyder of Teachey, 6 grandchildren, Lesley A. Etter of Leland, Michelle Jenkins of Harrells, Tiffany Cole & husband Paul of Pikeville, Anthony Pratt Snyder and Sarah Snyder both of Hampstead and Jonathan Brice of Wallace, 3 great-grandchildren, Gage Jenkins and Cole Jenkins both of Harrells and Briceson Cole of Pikeville.
Born in Burgaw on Oct. 30, 1928, Mrs. Matthews was the youngest of 6 children born to the late Peter and Anna Pinaha Paluck. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Anne P. Whipple and brothers, Steve Paluck, John Paluck, Mike Paluck and Andy Paluck.
Raised in the St. Helena Community she graduated from Burgaw High School in 1947. In 1949 she met and married James Pratt Matthews. Married for 58 years they were also business partners.
She was co-owner of Matthews Food Store in Rose Hill for over 30 years , as well as helped maintain the family farm.
A member of Corinth Baptist Church for over 50 years, she held many offices and served as Sunday school teacher.
Second to her family, her yard was her passion which was evident to all who passed by any season to see it vibrant with flowers and foliage.
The family will receive at the funeral home from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Friday and at their residence other times.
The family would like to thank the staff of Davis Health Care Center and Lower Cape Fear Hospice for their efforts to keep her comfortable in her last weeks of life.
Mama, Grandma, Grams thank you for the years of love, learning and laughter. We love and miss you.
A service of Padgett Funeral Home and Cremation Service
Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008 

Martha Lee Atkinson Maultsby, age 68 of Leland died Friday, April 5, 2008.
She was born in Wilmington on July 10, 1939, to the late James Henry Atkinson and Ora Marshall Bowers Atkinson.
She is survived by four children, Cindy Stokes and husband Ken of Leland, Wendy Daly and husband John of Wilmington, Terri Malott and husband Ray of Charlotte, and Jimmy Rivenbark of Jacksonville; eight grandchildren and eight great- grandchildren.
There will be a time of visitation for family and friends from 4 to 5 pm Tuesday, April 8, 2008, followed by a celebration of life ceremony at 5 pm in Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/7/2008 

Mrs. Norma Elaine May, of Philadelphia, Pa, died Wednesday, April 16, 2008. She was born in Fort Smith, AR, on October 16, 1924, the daughter of Pearl and Leon Eisen. She graduated from Fort Smith High School, where she was a member of the National Honor Society and recognized as an accomplished violinist.
In 1943, she met Aaron May while he was stationed in Fort Smith in the Army, and they were married in Wilmington, NC, on February 8, 1944. Shortly thereafter when Mr. May shipped out for Europe, Mrs. May returned to Fort Smith to await his return. In early 1946 Mr. and Mrs. May returned to Wilmington, where they remained until moving to a senior living home in Philadelphia in 2006.
Mrs. May helped throughout the years in her husband's business, May's Five & Ten, on Castle Street. But her energies were directed chiefly to raising her three sons and to homemaking.
Mrs. May was a member of B'Nai Israel Congregation. For Many years, she held many leadership positions in the Congregation's Sisterhood, and she also served as President of the local chapter of Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America. For many years, she attended regional and National meetings of Hadassah as a regional vice-president. She also attended Cape Fear Community College where she received a Para-legal degree. Mrs. May enjoyed walking and bicycling around Wilmington, playing mahjong and bridge wither her many friends, and traveling across the country and around the world.
Mrs. May is survived by her husband, Aaron May of Philadelphia; sons, Randolph J. May and his wife, Laurie May of Potomac, MD, Leonard Z May of Wayland, MA, and Darryl J. May and his wife Susan May of Philadelphia PA.; five grandchildren, Joshua May, Brooke Taylor, Lauren May, Jessica May Julia May and two great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M., Friday, April 18, 2008 in the Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel by Rabbi Robert Waxman. The interment will be in B'Nai Israel Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to B'Nai Israel Synagogue, of Hadassah at 2601 Chestnut Street, Wilmington, NC 28405.
A service of Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel. 910-791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 

Margaret Rose Walton McCall, 88, of Wilmington, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008.
Margaret was the daughter of the late Annie and William Walton. She was preceded in death by her husband James Frank McCall and son Jimmy McCall.
Surviving are daughters, Carina (Kenna) Newland and husband Ken; Marilyn Feenstra and husband Jerry; three grandchildren, Paige Mater, Brad Newland and Ginger McCall and three great-grandchildren.
Margaret worked for twenty five years as secretary of Fifth Avenue United Methodist Church where she was a life long member. She also worked in the UNCW Post Office.
A memorial service will be held at Fifth Avenue United Methodist Church at 11:00 am on Monday, April 7, 2008.
Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 725 Wellington Avenue Wilmington, NC 28412.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444.
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 

McCommas Jr., John 'Johnny' Adolph 53, of Burgaw, died Saturday, April 5, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. today at Burgaw Baptist Church. Burial will be in Galeed Baptist Church Cemetery, Bladenboro. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Burgaw. Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 

Effie Jane McDougald entered into her final rest on Sunday, April 20, 2008. She will join her loved ones who preceded her in death, her husband of 54 years, Dellie McDougald, Sr, two sons, Dellie, Jr.. and David Lawrence, a brother Matthew O. West, Jr. and two sisters, Della Anne Quinn and Lula Mintz.
She was born in Wilmington NC on February 13, 1911, the daughter of the late Della and Matthew O. West, Sr. She was a homemaker while raising her children and later worked for Ramseur Cloth Shop making draperies. She was an active member of St. Matthews Lutheran Church and The Jolly Elders of St. Matthews.
Surviving are her six children; Wayne A. McDougald (Sara) of Castle Hayne NC, Edward L McDougald of Clinton NC, E. Jane McDougald of Burgaw NC, Roma M. Martin of Gulfport MS, Marshall LeRoy McDougald (Jean) of Wilmington NC and Katie M. Schultz (Christopher) of Cedar Park TX; two sisters, Ruth Hemby of Littleton CO, and Lois Padgett of Wilmington NC.; 18 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren and 19 great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be officiated by Rev. Dale Kemppainen, of St. Matthews Lutheran Church 11 a.m. Wednesday April 23, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street and interment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends at Andrews Mortuary Market Street one hour prior to the service.
A Market Street Chapel Service 
Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008 

Eugenia "Jean" Feenstra McEwen, age 91 of Snellville passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at her daughter's home in Snellville, Georgia.
The family has chosen cremation. Private graveside services will be held at a later date in Wilmington, NC.
She was born in Sapdermeer, Netherlands on May 4, 1916, to the late Sipke and Anna Gras Feenstra. The family settled in Wilmington, NC in 1923. Her family includes two daughters, Ann McEwen Holt, Snellville, GA and Dottie McEwen Larimore and husband, David Larimore, Cookeville, TN; sister, Anna Pennington and sister-in-law, Audrey Feenstra both of Wilmington, NC, four grandchildren, Beverly Holt Meads of Jefferson, GA; Kay Holt Britt of Snellville, GA; Brian Larimore of Cookeville, TN and Kristen Larimore Woods of Somerset, KY; four great grandchildren, Caitlin Meads, Jennifer Blalock, Alex Britt and Lawson Woods.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Dwight McEwen, Jr. and a sister, Katherine Humphrey and a brother, Henry Jerry Feenstra.
Tim Stewart Funeral Home, 2246 Wisteria Drive, Snellville, Georgia 30078. 770-979-5010.
Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008 

James Ralph McFayden, 82, of Ellerbe, passed away on Friday, April 4, 2008, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Mr. McFayden was born December 15, 1925, in Richmond County, NC, a son of the late Colon Alexander and Etta Freeman McFayden. He was associated with various agri-business companies along the Eastern Seaboard, both as an investor and as a member of the board of directors including Ellerbe Poultry Company and White Poultry Company. He had served his country in World War II in the Pacific Theater. He was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Jean McFadyen. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Dorothy Phillips McFayden, of the home, a son, James Ralph McFayden, Jr., and wife Laura Tinsley McFayden of Wilmington, two daughters, Elizabeth McFayden Bryant and husband Austin of Ellerbe, Christine McFayden Klein and husband Jeffery of Atlanta, Ga, grandchildren, Patrick Bryant of Holden Beach, Alex Bryant of Charlotte, Pierson Klein and Paxton Klein both of Atlanta, Ga. Also surviving are four brothers, Colon McFayden, Harold McFayden, Williard McFayden and Robert McFayden all of Ellerbe, and a sister Lillian Sherrill of Ellerbe.
A service to celebrate the life of Mr. McFayden will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, from Mt. Carmel Presbyterian Church with Rev. David Alexander officiating. Private interment will be held in Ellerbe Cemetery with military honors.
The family will see friends from 5:00 – 8:00 PM on Saturday, April 5, 2008, at Carter Funeral Home in Ellerbe and at other times at the home.
Memorials may be made to Community Home Care & Hospice, 1015 Fayetteville Rd., Rockingham, NC 28379 or the 58th Bomb Wing Memorial, New England Air Museum, Bradley International Airport, 36 Perimeter Rd., Windsor Locks, CT 06096.
Condolences may be made online at www.carterfuneral.net
Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008 

Thurman Lee McFayden, 83, of Wilmington, NC, died Thursday, April 17, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was born July 2, 1924, in Brunswick County, son of the late Arthur Hamilton McFayden and Ruth Sanderlin McFayden.
Survivors include, children, Sharon Fetters, Regina Walkovic, and Mark McFayden , all of Philadephia, PA, and Loreen Firth of Willow Grove, PA; sisters, Beulah Arthur and Evelyn Loftin, both of Wilmington, NC; a brother, Gerald C. McFayden of Hampstead, NC; and a sister-in-law, Betty McFadyen of Wilmington.
Mr. McFayden was a self-employed businessman, a member of The Church of the Good Shepherd, and a US Navy Veteran of WWII.
The family will receive friend from 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. Friday, April 18, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday at The Church of the Good Shepherd by The Rev. G. Edward Dunlap, with interment to follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Memorial gifts may be made to The Church of the Good Shepherd, P.O. Box 928, Wilmington, NC, 28402.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008 

McGee, Sarah Catherine Lamb  84, of Maple Street, Wallace, died Saturday, April 5, 2008, at Duplin General Hospital, Kenansville. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, Wallace. Burial will be in Murray Cemetery. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008 

McKoy, Porter, 84, of 543 Porter McKoy Road, Council, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at Bladen
County Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses,
Clarkton. Burial will be in Carvers Creek Cemetery, Council. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008 

OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC -- William Lewis McLamb, 71, of Ocean Highway West, died Friday, April 11, 2008, in the New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Mr. McLamb was born on February 6, 1937, in Brunswick County, NC. He was a son of the late Aaron Drake and Lena Fulwood McLamb.
He was a graduate of Shallotte High School and he owned and operated Lewis McLamb Construction Co. until his retirement.
Following retirement, for a hobby he operated a camper and boat storage business on Hwy 17. He was a diehard Nascar fan and the #24 was dear to his heart, for he was Jeff Gordon's number 1 fan.
Surviving are his wife, Carolyn B. McLamb; one son, Gary Reaves, of Calabash; three daughters, Pam McLamb Mintz, of Shallotte, Donna Merrell, and husband, Andy, of Charlotte, and Wendy Todd, of Ocean Isle Beach; brother, Douglas McLamb, of Calabash; sister, Olive McLamb, of Shallotte; four grandchildren, Brandon Todd, Chris Mintz, Matt Reaves, and Nichole Walsh; three great-grandchildren, Cade, Tye, and Avery Mintz; and five step-grandchildren, Heidi and Jeramy Formyduval, C.C. Hart; Ryleigh and Alexis Tartt; and his two beloved pets, Jumper and Prissy. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, April 14th at 1:00 pm in the Bethel Primitive Baptist Church by Elder Branan Hooven. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday evening from 6-8 pm at the funeral home. Casketbearers will be Terry McLamb, Tony Hardee, Eric King, Randy Hardee, Earl Wayne Smith, and Gene Inman.
Honorary casketbearers will be O'Bryan Hardee, Fred Hults, W.J. McLamb, Andy Anderson, and Jimmy McLamb.
He was known to all children as Granddaddy & was well known and loved by everyone in the community.
Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Annie Morgan McLeod of Wilmington, NC, died unexpectedly Sunday, March 30, 2008 following a tragic car accident.
She was born on February 11, 1986 in Wilmington, NC, the daughter of Bill and Karon McLeod. Annie was an outgoing and talented young lady who always found time for others. She was currently a senior at UNCW and was planning on continuing her education in graduate school.
Annie was very active in her sorority, Alpha Gamma Delta where she was counted on as a leader and organizer. As a young girl she was "Little Miss Wilmington 1993" and continued sharing her talents by teaching others.
Surviving in addition to her parents Bill and Karon McLeod of Wilmington is her grandmother, Lois Morgan Barbour; a sister, Dana Johnston (Lyle), two brothers, William McLeod (Trudy) and Johnathan McLeod (Erin); nephews Tanner Johnston and Corey McLeod; nieces, Madi and Kelsi Johnston and Alana McLeod; aunts and uncles, Ray Barbour, Anne Hendler, Jimmy Packard, Alger McLeod, John McLeod; special aunts and uncles, Sheila Groves, Darrel Groves, Sandra and Jimmy Horrell; numerous cousins; her best friend, Gina DiFeterici; and many very close friends. Remembered are her grandparents, Reubern Barbour, Alger and Hilda Herndon McLeod who preceded her death.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel, 1617 Market St., Wilmington and following services Wednesday at the family residence, 1010 Glenlea Dr., Wilmington, NC 28405.
A funeral service will be held 10:00 am Wednesday at Grace Baptist Church, 1401 N. College Rd., Wilmington by Rev. J. D. Herchenhahn. Interment will follow in Oleander Memorial Gardens.
Memorials may be made to Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation Greek Affairs, 601 S. College Rd., Wilmington, NC 28403. The memorials may be designated to Juvenile Diabetes or the Alpha Gamma Delta Scholarship Fund.
A Market Street Chapel Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

McNair Jr., Lamont  33, of 10700 Baker Ten Mile Road, St. Pauls, died Saturday, April 26, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Missionary Church, St. Pauls. Burial will be at McKinnon
Cemetery, St. Pauls. S&L Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Maxton. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 

Wanda E. McNair, 57, of Rocky Point passed away April 14, 2008 at her residence.
She was preceded in death by her father Jasper D. Ellis.
Wanda was survived by her husband of 18 years William 'Kurt' McNair, of the home, mother Marie
Ellis, brother Larry Ellis, both of Wilmington.
Wanda was affectionately known to her husband as 'Scooby Doo.' She was a respected and loved
 School Teacher who taught at West Pender and Rocky Point Elementary. Wanda was a very
devoted Christian who loved the Lord and her Church, Believers Destiny.
Funeral service will be 2:00 PM, Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at Believers Destiny Church, 1217 N
Kerr Avenue where the family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until the time of the service. Interment
Oleander Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S 17th
Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Online condolences may be sent to www.wilmingtonburialandcremation.com
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099
Published in the Star-News on 4/15/2008 

McQueen, Mae Catherine 74, of 520 N.C. 71 North Maxton, died Friday, April 11, 2008, at Scotland Memorial Hospital in Laurinburg. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Sandy Grove Missionary Baptist Church,
Maxton. Burial will follow in Salem Cemetery, Rowland. S&L Funeral Home and Cremation Service. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/15/2008 

Metts Jr., Jobe C. 81, of Kelly, died Saturday April 12, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. today at Centerville Baptist Church in Kelly. Burial will follow in Garden
of Memories Cemetery. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/15/2008 

Jobe Coy Metts, Jr., age 81, of Kelly passed from this earth to his eternal home on Saturday, April 12, 2008.
Jobe was born August 11, 1926, in Jones County, the second child of Jobe Coy and Alice Haskins Metts. During Jobe's youth he became known to his friends and family as Snipe and is still called that by many today. Jobe graduated from Richlands High School in 1944 and later that year joined the US Navy as Seaman First Class. He saw combat in the Philippines, the Carolinas Islands and was one of the first troops to land on Okinawa. He served aboard the USS Tyrrell and later on the Tarawa Aircraft Carrier. On August 8th, while aboard the Tarawa
Jobe witnessed the signing of the Japanese Surrender on the USS Missouri. Upon returning home in 1946, Jobe entered Atlantic Christian College in Wilson. After majoring in Math and Science, he accepted a position in 1952 as teacher at Atkinson High School. While teaching, he also coached the men's and women's varsity basketball teams and took the women's team to the Pender County Championship. In December of 1952 Jobe and Frances Kelly married and settled in Kelly. In 1956 Jobe attended Duke University on a Math Fellowship. After teaching for
14 years, Jobe began a career in Forestry that spanned 29 years. In 1994 he retired as Vice President of Squires Timber Company.
Jobe was a man of great faith who served his Lord, family, country and community unceasingly.
He excelled as a teacher, treasured his students and instilled in them the importance of higher education. Jobe was an avid reader, enjoyed learning new things and loved working in his garden in God's good earth.
He was a faithful member of Centerville Baptist Church where he served the church in many capacities including being church treasurer for 40 years. Surviving are his loving wife of 55 years, Frances Kelly Metts of the home; daughters, Sharon Metts Hall and husband, Robert of Wilmington and Kim Metts Beal of Charlotte; son, Dr. Jobe
C. Metts III and wife, Dr. Peggy Metts of Wilson; grandchildren, Kevin and Kelly Hall, Carrington, McGuire, Cabell and Mattie Metts; and sister, Nancy Metts of Onslow County. Jobe was preceded in death by an infant son; and bothers, James Ray, Rodney and Harold Metts.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Centerville Baptist Church Sanctuary, one hour prior to the funeral service. Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at Centerville Baptist Church with The Rev. Paul Berry, The Rev. Norman Wheeler and The Rev. Jack Miller officiating.
The family would to express our sincere and heartfelt appreciation for all acts of kindness shown to our family during this time and a special thanks to Gail Ferrett for her support. We are grateful for the love of family and friends. May God bless each of you in a very special way.
Burial will follow in Garden of Memories Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be given to Centerville Baptist Church, PO Box 27, Kelly NC 28448 or to the charity of one's choice.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008 

Mrs. Juanita Smith Miller 81 of Brunswick Cove Nursing Center died Tuesday, April 1, 2008.
Mrs. Miller was born in Pearson, Florida on March 5, 1927, and was the daughter of the late Troy and Nora Hall Smith. She attended Lighthouse Pentecostal Church and was a member of Midway Apostolic Church.
She is survived by her husband, Aaron Bordeaux of Brunswick Cove Nursing Center; a daughter, Virginia M. Jackson of St. Stephens, SC ; 3 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Friday, April 4, 2008, at 2pm at the chapel of Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral Service with Reverend Charles Drew officiating.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 this evening at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Brown Family Cemetery, Bolivia
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008 

MARCH 29, 1920–APRIL 5, 2008
Margaret Elaine Lentz Misenheimer, wife of former North Carolina Lutheran Synod Bishop Ernest Misenheimer, died peacefully at the Lutheran Home in Salisbury April 5, 2008. She had been a resident at Trinity Oaks and the Lutheran Home since her husband's death in April of 2000.
Margaret was born March 29, 1920, and a 1937 graduate of Boyden High School and also a graduated from Salisbury Business College before marrying Misenheimer on July 11, 1941 at St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Bear Poplar, North Carolina.
Margaret devoted her life to her family and to serving the Lord as a partner in ministry with her husband. She was known for her hugs and her hospitality. She had a wonderful way of offering encouragement through the compliments she freely gave and the love she generously shared.
In addition to her husband, Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, Sheffie James and Nora Moose Lentz of Salisbury, and her step-mother, Lena Cruse Lentz; three brothers, Jason, Harold, and Norman Lentz; a sister, Ruth Lentz; and her oldest son, Ernest Luther Misenheimer III.
Survivors include three sons and their wives: The Reverend David and Jackie Misenheimer of Charlotte, NC; The Reverend John and Martha Misenheimer of Wilmington, NC; and The Reverend Stephen and Jeanne Miseheimer of Knoxville, TN. Margaret is also survived by her sister-in-law, Lillian Misenheimer of Albemarle, NC, her daughter-in-law, Paulette Misenheimer of Durham, NC as well as eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
A committal service 11:00 am Tuesday April 8, 2008, at Chestnut Hill Cemetery, Salisbury, NC.
A memorial service celebrating Margaret's eternal life will be held Tuesday April 8, 2008, 1:00 pm at Haven Lutheran Church in Salisbury, NC conducted by Rev. Ed Harper, Rev. Darrell Norris and Rev. Dr. Leonard Bolick, Bishop to the N.C. Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America.
Memorial gifts may be directed to Haven Lutheran Church, 207 West Harrison St. Salisbury, NC 28144 or to the Misenheimer Scholarship at Lenoir-Rhyne Collge in Hickory, NC.
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008 
 
Mitchell, George F 64, of 117 Maxwell St., Whiteville, died Saturday, April 5, 2008, at his home. The funeral will be 4 p.m. today at Central Baptist Church. Burial will be in Campground Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home.  Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 

Mitchell, Kathleen Bealon, 74, of 894 Pleasant Garden Road, Bladenboro, died Friday, March 28, 2008,
at Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Lumberton. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Center
Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Kelly Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008 

Lawrence Oliver Moore, age 56, of Wilmington died Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was born May 9, 1951, in Wilmington and was the son of Oliver D. Moore and the late Iris Faye Malpass Moore. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Booker Moore; daughters, Pamela Moore and Patricia Moore; grandson, Zackary Moore and granddaughter, Sapphire Moore.
Mr. Moore served his country honorably in the US Navy during the Vietnam Era.
Lawrence loved his family dearly and showed it in his own special way. Cherished memories of Lawrence will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Surviving are his daughters, Tracy Lynn Moore and Laura Yerington both of Wilmington; son, Terry Booker of Dunedin, Florida; his father and stepmother, Oliver and Bernice Moore of Currie; four grandchildren, Kimberly Moore, Joshua Moore, Sandra SanJuan and Damian Walters; and brother, Rocky Lane Moore.
Celebration of life service for Lawrence Moore will be at 3:00 p.m. Thursday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with The Rev. Philip Eakins officiating.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008
 
Moore, Pearl Prease 96, of the Western Prong Community, Whiteville, died Sunday, April 6, 2008. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Peacock Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 

Joan Lorraine Moreland, 74, of Ashley Park, Wilmington, NC, died at her home on Sunday, March 30, 2008, after a four year battle with cancer.
She was born on October 12, 1933, in Annapolis, MD, and was the daughter of the late William T. and Helen Mason. She was preceded in death by her husband, of 45 years, William Paul Moreland, Jr.
Joan graduated from Annapolis High School in 1951, and was a member of the National Honor Society.
Surviving are a son, Richard Moreland and a daughter, Jennifer Toms; three grandchildren, Eric, Andrews and Anna; three brothers, Ralph Mason, William Mason, Jr., and Robert Mason; two sisters, Helen Palmer and Susan Wright.
A memorial service is planned at Pine Valley United Methodist Church, 3788 Shipyard Blvd., Wilmington, NC on Saturday, April 26, 2008.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 or the American Cancer Society, 930-B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008 

Becky Morgan, a devoted Christian, wife, mother, and friend passed away Thursday, March 27, 2008
at her Charlotte home in the loving embrace of her husband and daughter.
She was born on June 17, 1950 in Sanford, North Carolina to the late Nancy Crider Matthews and surviving Lynnis Matthews of Wilmington, NC. Becky graduated from Independence High School. She earned an Associates Degree from Central Piedmont Community College and graduated Cum Laude from the University of North Carolina, Charlotte with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics. Her eight-year courageous battle with cancer cut short her professional work career that included positions held at PYA/Monarch, Inc. (US Food Services), Purina Mills, Inc., and Gifford-Hill & Company, Inc.
Her surviving family includes her husband of thirty-six years, Michael Morgan; daughter, Lorie Ann Morgan; brother and wife, Tommy and Sally Matthews and their family; brother and wife, Harold and Ann Matthews and their family; sister and husband, Julie Bussells and Ernie Bussells and their family.
A special thank you to all of our friends including those at Wachovia Leasing Group in Charlotte, NC and Roanoke, VA who kept Becky and our family in their prayers.
A memorial service in celebration of her life will be held at McEwen Funeral Home Chapel at 7428 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill, NC on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 2pm. With Reverend Timothy Cowan officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Mote, Doris Sessoms, 54, of 2740 Mote Road, Harrells, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at home. The
funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Colly Chapel Church. Burial will follow in the Sam Mote Cemetery,
Harrells. Carter Funeral Home, Garland. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/10/2008 

Mott, Sarah of 607 Nixon St., Apt. 2, died Sunday, April 20, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday
at St. Andrew AME Zion Church. Burial will follow in Calvary Memorial Cemetery. John H. Shaw's
Sons Funeral Home.  Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008 

William 'Bill' Lawrence Mullinix, Sr., 57, of Wilmington, NC, died Friday, April 11, 2008, at his home following a long illness. He was born on March 8, 1951, in Greensboro, NC, to Elsie Marston Mullinix of Wilmington and the late John Thomas Mullinix. Bill was a graduate of Hoggard High School and UNC-W. He was an exceptionally talented craftsman and the former owner of Colonial Iron Works. He was a devoted family man who enjoyed any time spent with his sons, especially trips to the batting cages, grilling out, sporting events, and the frequent outings to the Goody-Goody House. An avid dog lover, Bill was especially fond of 'Buddy' and 'Connor', his golden retriever and lab, both of which were always at his side. Bill will be remembered by his family and friends for his kind and gentle nature and his loving spirit. Surviving in addition to Bill's mother are his beloved sons, Will Mullinix and wife Emily of Charlotte, NC, and Evan Mullinix of Cary, NC; their mother, Janet Evans of Wilmington; a granddaughter, Tucker Mullinix of Charlotte; three sisters, Carol Mullinix of Wilmington, Nancy Smits of Clemmons, NC, and Sandra Parrott of Morganton, GA.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, April 14, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel by Dr. Michael G. Queen. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at Andrews Mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Cape Fear Golden Retriever Rescue, Inc., PO Box 12697, Wilmington, NC, 28405 or to the New Hanover Humane Society, 2405 N. 23rd St., Wilmington, NC, 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Mildred Louise Farrar Murdock died peacefully at home on Sunday, April 6, 2008.
She was born in Wilmington, NC on April 15, 1912 the daughter of the late William Pinkney Farrar and Nellie Gray Johnson Farrar. She was a graduate of New Hanover High School and later attended Westminster Choir College in Princeton, NJ. She was active in the Thursday Morning Music Club and also participated in opera productions at Thalian Hall. She was a lifelong member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church and was a key part of the music program there until 1972. She was the choir director for 22 years. She was very active in the Women's Society of Christian Service, which later became the United Methodist Women, serving on the local level as Circle Chairperson for the Lila King Circle as well as other offices within the local organization. She also held offices in the district as well as the state divisions of the United Methodist Women.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, James Campbell Murdock on January 17, 1972 and her brother, Jack Bingham Farrar on November 28, 1982. Her daughter, Gerri M. Onoff and her husband John of Wilmington, her two grandchildren, Erin Wagoner and her husband Ray of Wilmington and John Campbell Onoff and his wife Paula of Wilmington, two great grandchildren, Karly Catherine Onoff and Elizabeth Rae Wagoner, survive her. She is also survived by M. Louise Jackson, of the home, who was her best friend, companion, and caregiver for the last 38 years.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 PM at 123 Ridgeway Dr. A graveside service will be held at 2 PM, Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Oakdale Cemetery.
The family would like to give special thanks to her caregivers, Lorna Pettitt, Jennifer Pettitt, and Kim Meinertzhagan, who are now like members of the family, for taking such special and loving care of her during her last years.
In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, 1401 S. College Rd, Wilmington, NC 28403 or Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 1406 Physicians Dr, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Andrews Market Street Chapel 
Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 

Muriel "Dolly" O'Quinn Lee Sherman of Ocean Isle Beach, N.C. passed away on April 1, 2008, at the age 85. Prior to moving in with her daughter in Ocean Isle Beach in 2000, Dolly resided in Wilmington, N.C., and prior to Wilmington she lived in West Palm Beach, Florida. She was born in Turkey, North Carolina on January 15, 1923, to parents Henry and Annie Dove O'Quinn. Muriel was preceded in death by her first husband Cecil Goodwin Lee; her second husband Jay Sherman; her brother Dr. Edward Nelson O'Quinn; and her sisters Mary Gray O'Quinn and Helen O'Quinn,
Her brother, Nelson O'Quinn nick- named Muriel "Dolly", at a very young age, and this name stuck with her the rest of her life.
Dolly was a talented and creative visionary, artist, pioneer and way beyond her years in wisdom. She patented several products, one of which one was the thermostat controlled electric curling iron used to curl women's hair. She was the first woman to own an all female real estate company in Wilmington, NC, and also the first woman to have taught an all female real estate class to 10 women, and was successful in having all her students pass the North Carolina Real Estate Commission State Exam. She thereafter hired them all. In addition to her North Carolina Real Estate License, Dolly obtained her real estate license in New Jersey, Georgia and Florida. Prior
to changing careers to Real Estate, Dolly was a Practical Nurse, beginning her nursing career in Wilmington, N.C..
In addition to obtaining a Nursing License in North Carolina, Dolly also obtained Nursing license in Georgia, New Jersey and Florida.
As a young woman Dolly was an avid sportswoman, a crackpot bird shot with a 20-gauge shotgun Cecil gave her, a fantastic salt-water angler, and a lifeguard. She became a member of the Civil Air Patrol, and was the Director of a school for severally mentally retarded children in Memphis, Tenn. When Dolly found out the school did not have enough money to upgrade the classrooms and paint them, she sought help and donations and made sure the school was refurbished and painted. Dolly was active in many civic groups throughout her lifetime, and "Can't Do" was not in her vocabulary.
Dolly is survived by her daughter, Martha D. Lee of Ocean Isle Beach; her son, Cecil Kent Lee, and wife Dianna Lee of Wilmington; four grandchildren, Lauren Lee of Wilmington, Ashlyn Dove Whitley of Concord, George Lee Whitley of Holden Beach, and Kent Lee Jr. and wife Christie of Greensboro, N.C.; two great-grandchildren, Tyler and Hannah Lee of Greensboro; three nephews, Edward Nelson "Ted" O'Quinn Jr., of Wrightsville Beach, Robert Aaron "Bob" O'Quinn and wife Catherine of Wrightsville Beach, Allen Lee and wife Carolyn of Greensboro; two nieces Elizabeth "Beth" O'Quinn Murphy and husband Daniel of Middleburg, Va., and Elizabeth "Libby" Lee Inscoe and husband David of Fairview, NC.; her dear sister-in-law Libby Goldberg O'Quinn; her beloved cousins, Frances Butler of Turkey, N.C., Pansy Butler of Morehead, N.C., Virginia Moye of Greenville, N.C., and Geraldine Renfro of Portsmouth, Va.; and very dear and special friends Libby and Mary Featherston of Southport, Clyde Sullivan III and Mary Sullivan of Ocean Isle Beach, N.C., Patsy Goodin of Holden Beach, NC, Maxine White of Calabash, NC, and Ruby Thomas of Bolivia, N.C., and Karen Seagram Markus of Sarasota, Fla., and a Golden Retriever, "Doc" and a Labrador Retriever "Babe".
Dolly had a green thumb and grew the most beautiful flowers. She was a phenomenal southern cook, and known by all her family and friends as making the best crab cakes in North Carolina. She was a tender loving and unselfish mother, a wonderful teacher, a loyal friend and a beautiful true Southern Bell. She never looked down on anyone unless she was offering her hand to help them up.
A celebration of her beautiful life will be held at Camp United Methodist Church, 4807 Main Street, Shallotte, NC, on Sunday 12:30 p.m. officiated by Reverend Richard Vaughan, pastor of Camp Methodist, by her Nephew Rev. Allen Lee, pastor of Jubilee Christian Ministries, Greensboro, N.C., and Pastor Tandy Freeman, Pastor of St John's Baptist Church in Bolivia, N.C. As a special honor to Dolly, accomplished and world-renowned soloist, Prince Taylor of Chapel Hill, N.C., will sing at Dolly's service.
Dolly's wishes were to be cremated and buried with her late husband Cecil G. Lee, and beside her beloved sister-in-law and brother-in-law Jack and Winkie Lee. Her wishes will be fulfilled in a private family interment at Greenlawn Cemetery in Wilmington.
Memorials may be made to the Camp Methodist Building Fund, 4807 Main Street, Shallotte, NC
28459, or Jubilee Christian Ministries, (African Mission) 243 Blue Bell Rd., Greensboro, NC 27406
The family would like to express their deep appreciation and thanksgiving to those special compassionate nurses and CNA's that cared for Dolly at home, in Autumn Care, and at Brunswick Progressive Care. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008 

Murphy, Alice Pridgen, 73, of Elizabethtown Nursing Center, and formerly of Harrells, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital, Elizabethtown. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, Harrells. Carter Funeral Home, Garland.  Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008 

Murphy, Alice Jane  of 256 Murphytown Road, Harrells, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital, Elizabethtown. Arrangements will be announced by Carter Funeral Home, Garland. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/16/2008 

Murray, Doris Gray Gurganious  80, of Wallace, died Saturday, April 12, 2008, at Duplin General Hospital. A graveside service will be at 3 p.m. today at Riverview Memorial Park, Watha. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Wallace.  Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008 

Mary Alice Bishop Murray, born November 7, 1941, in Inman, SC., passed away at The Villages Hospital, The Villages, Florida, on April 5th after a battle with lung cancer.
Mary was loved by so many of her friends in The Villages and in Marietta, GA, where she was in Territory Development for Taco Bell, and memorial services will be held in each locale Mary was raised in Raeford, NC, by her deceased parents, Cleo Snow and Willie Jay Bishop and is survived by her husband, Gene Murray of The Villages, a graduate of New Hanover High School's Class of 1957; her brothers Randal Bishop, Inman, SC, and Weldon Bishop, Raeford, NC; and sisters, Nancy Moorman, Aiken, SC; Laura Stone, Conway, NC; Juline Walters, Charlotte, NC, as well as nieces and nephews.
A memorial to Mary will be held April 18th, 11 a.m. at the Kennesaw United Methodist Church, Kennesaw, Georgia.
The family requests that donations in Mary's name be made to The National Cancer Association, in lieu of flowers.
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 

Newkirk, Joseph Michael 53, of 472 Powell Page Road, Wallace, died Sunday, March 30, 2008. A memorial service will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Oak Plain Presbyterian Church. Padgett Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Newkirk, Robert, of 553 Manly Ave., died Friday, April 11, 2008, in Silver Springs, Md. The funeral
will be at 3 p.m. today at Bethel Holiness Church. Burial will be in Calvary Memorial Cemetery.
John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008 
 
Newton, Fitzgerald, 54, of 130 Jeff Anders Lane, Harrells, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, in Harrells.
The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Roseville Baptist Church, Willard. Burial will be in the Newton
family cemetery, Little Egypt. Dunn Funeral Home, Burgaw. 
Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008 

Mrs. Hazel Mae Niksic, 89, passed away Friday, April 11, 2008. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Cynthia Turner, and is also preceded in death by her husband, Miller Niksic, and a daughter, Hazel Lou Flowers, Mrs. Niksic is survived by her son; Miller L. Niksic, of Leechburg, PA, a son-in-law; Edwin Flowers of Wilmington, one brother; Ross Turner of Mt. Olive, NC; a sister; Daisy Phillips of Wilmington, NC; four grandchildren; Vicki Guzzo, Leslie Roth, Stephen Niksic, Tammy Brookman; three great-grandchildren, Cierra Guzzo, Felica and Ashley Brookman.
Mrs. Niksic enjoyed her independent life-style, crossword puzzles, and gardening, but her truest passion was her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, all of whom she dearly loved. Loved by all who shared in her life, she will be truly missed and warmly remembered always. The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 pm, Sunday, April 13, 2008. A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 

Noon, Julio Nicholas  71, of Mooresville, died Friday, April 25, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn. Burial will be in Union Valley Baptist Church Cemetery. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008 

Norris, Gene, 61, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Inman
Funeral Home, Tabor City. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Tabor City. 
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008

Norris, Tyler Sloan, newborn son, of Ashley Sloan Marapese and Jimmy L. Norris Jr., both of Wallace,
died Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at Duplin General Hospital. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday
at Cedar Fork Cemetery, Beulaville. Community Funeral Home, Beulaville. Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008
 
James Ralph 'Jim' Nunn, Jr., 67, of Wilmington, NC, died Saturday, April 26, 2008 at his residence.
He was born in Randolph Co., NC on June 20, 1940, the son of the late James Ralph Nunn, Sr. and Katherine Loflin Nunn. Mr. Nunn was a member of Pine Valley United Methodist Church.
He was a Master Mason and a member of the Orient Lodge #395 A.F. & A.M. and Wilmington Scottish Rite Bodies 32 Degree. He also served in the U.S. Navy and retired from Cape Fear Community College.
Surviving is his wife, Sonja Oliver Nunn of Wilmington, NC; son, Brian Nunn and wife, Jenn of Castle Hayne, NC; two grandchildren, Daniel Nunn and wife, Katherine of Ogden, UT and Michael Nunn of Cherry Point, NC; brother, Larry Nunn of High Point, NC; sister, Carol Knight of Winston-Salem, NC.
A funeral service will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, May 3, 2008 at Andrews Mortuary Market Street
Chapel by Rev. Eckie Lancaster. Interment will follow in Oleander Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Andrews Mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008
 
Amelia Annette Boryk Oppegaard, age 65, of Topsail Beach died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at her home.
She was born February 8, 1943, at home in St. Helena, the daughter of the late Michael Andrew and Anna Gmytruk Boryk.
Annette was a true southern lady in every facet of her life. With her warm smile and gracious manner she made everyone feel so special. Her family, especially her grandchildren, were the sunshine and greatest joy in her life. Annette has not only left a void, but a wonderful legacy of precious memories of her steadfast faith, her firm principles, her joyful laughter and her giving sweet spirit.
In 1960 Mrs. Oppegaard graduated from Burgaw High School, received her undergraduate degree in 1964 from Richmond Professional Institute (now Virginia Commonwealth University) and in 1995 completed her Master's degree in Library Science from NCCU. She was a dedicated teacher: serving as Media Specialist for two years at Maple Hill Elementary, seventeen years at Topsail Elementary and more recently at South Topsail Elementary School.
In 1970 Annette moved from Richmond, Virginia to Topsail Beach to take over the family business, Topsail Sound Pier and assist her father with the family farm. In addition to being an exceptional mother to Michael and Michelle she generously gave of her time to be a Girl Scout leader and a Den Mother for Cub Scouts.
Annette was a devoted member of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, Topsail Garden Club, Topsail Island Historical Society and Topsail Island Homemakers in which she had served as a past president.
She contributed of her time and talents to her community by serving on the Board of Directors for Coastal Carolina Girl Scout Council, Penslow Medical Center Board of Directors from 1980 to 2006, and as volunteer since the inceptions of The Big Sweep and Autumn with Topsail Festival. Annette was honored by being presented Topsail Island Woman of the Year Award.
Surviving are her husband of 39 years, M. R. "Kip" Oppegaard of the home; son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Susanne Oppegaard of Hampstead; daughter and son-in-law, Michelle O. and Eric Weaver, Sr. of Raleigh; grandchildren, Eric Michael Weaver, Jr. and Anna Amelia Boryk Weaver; special friends who were like sisters, Margarette "Missy" Lindsey and Jackie Darr; and all of her much loved extended family.
Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 506 S. McNeil St.
in Burgaw with The Reverend Dan Macgill officiating. A private family burial will follow in St. Helena Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw. In honor and memory of Annette, friends are invited to a reception at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday at The Assembly Building, 720 Channel Blvd., Topsail Beach, NC 28445. Memorial gifts may be made to St. Mary's Episcopal Church, PO Box 841, Burgaw NC 28425, Sts. Peter & Paul Russian Orthodox Church, C/O Mary Bakan, PO Box 664, Burgaw, NC 28425, Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter, 2222 S. 17th St., Wilmington, NC 28401 or to the charity of one's choice.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008 
 
Perry Glenn Orr, age 50, of Currie died Thursday, April 24, 2008, in New Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Orr was born February 18, 1958, in Pender County and was the son of Louise Bell Orr of Currie
and the late David B. Orr. He was also predeceased by his sister, Geraldine Orr.
Surviving in addition to his mother are his wife, Teresa Orr; daughter, Kimberly Orr of Burgaw; sister,
Rachael Crabb and husband, Cecil of Tampa, FL; brothers, Billy Orr and wife, Mary Lou and Danny
Orr all of Currie, and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial service will be at 4:00 p.m. Sunday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with
the Rev Mary White officiating.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008
 
Osborne, Laurel Jean  80, of High Point Avenue, Calabash, died Saturday, April 26, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & Life­CareCenter. No local services will be announced. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008
 
Benjamin D. Owens, 96, departed this life on March 29th in Laurel, Md. Born November 25, 1911, in
Myrtle Beach to the late Benjamin and Rowena Owens, Ben spent many years as a welder following
dredge boats. His wife and children preceded him in death.
Surviving are several grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces, nephews and a host of dear friends.
Graveside services will be conducted at 12 Noon Friday at Brunswick Memorial Gardens, Shallotte.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 until Noon at Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008
 
Palmer, Mary Carol Dixon 60, of Winston-Salem, and formerly of Magnolia, died Friday, April 11, 2008, at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home, Winston-Salem. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Rose Hill Funeral Home,
Rose Hill. Burial will be in the Dixon family cemetery, Magnolia. Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008
 
Parker, Sheila Raynor 49, of 5704 N.C. 50 South, Wallace, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Padgett Funeral Home. Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008 

Patel, Chhaganbhai Haribhai  93, of Chadbourn, formerly of India, died Saturday, April 5, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Worthington Funeral Home in Chadbourn. Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008

Patrick, James L., of 1538 S. 13th St., died Saturday, April 5, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical
Center. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. today at Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will follow
in the Pellom-Wright Cemetery, Maco Community. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. Published in the Star-News on 4/10/2008
 
MARCH 30, 1953 – APRIL 20, 2008
William (Bill) R. Payne, a Past Commander of the Cape Fear Power Squadron, died unexpectedly on April 20, 2008, while on a boating cruise with many of his fellow Power Squadron members.
Bill was born on March 30, 1953 in Kingsport Tennessee to Frances Carbaugh Payne of Johnson City, Tennessee and Burlie Ardin Payne of Scott County, Virginia. He is survived by wife, Joan Payne, son Nicholas Suggs and brother Terry Payne.
Bill and other teammates were honored in the fall of 2007 for their contribution to the Dobyns-Bennett High School basketball program. He attended the College of Charleston on a full basketball scholarship, graduating in 1975. He was a valued supporter of the college and was a major contributor to the college's alumni association. Bill was a member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church in Wilmington, NC. Bill, as he was known to his friends, was a 25 year member of the United States Power Squadrons, beginning that association in Tennessee, and continued when he moved to North Carolina. He was committed to the goals of the squadron and actively participated in all parts of the squadron activities, and he will be missed by all of those who knew him.
Bill was an individual with many talents, which he shared generously at the local, state and national United States Power Squadron levels. Bill progressed through various assignments within the Cape Fear Squadron to become Administrative Officer, Executive Officer and then Commander in 2004.
He achieved the Educational Proficiency Award in 2002. He was a gifted instructor and trained other instructors. He participated in teaching the Public Boating course, plus several other courses and seminars at the squadron and state level. He was Co-Editor of the Cape Fear Foghorn, the squadron monthly newsletter, where he was instrumental in making the publication a perpetual national award winner. He was especially adept at guiding and helping new officers and members in the squadron and he was routinely sought out for his advice and counseling. He performed at the National level as part of the Cape Fear Foghorn conch shell band when they were requested to perform for two consecutive years by the National Commander, who was from NC. Bill had talents with words,
graphics, organizing, boating, charting, conch shell blowing, etc. and he shared his many talents with all those about him, especially the Cape Fear Power Squadron. He was always present at meetings and outings, and contributed significantly to each function. He recognized when there was a need and made sure it was covered.
He and his wife Joan named their boat 'Luv Ya, Mean It.' It was a fitting statement of the love they showed for others. Bill will be remembered for touching the hearts of many people throughout his lifetime.
The Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday at Wesley Memorial United Methodist
Church. Interment will follow at Oleander Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening at Coble Ward-Smith, 3915 Oleander Drive.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the: William R. (Bill) Payne Memorial Scholarship Fund,
C/O Dobyns-Bennett High School, 1800 Legion Dr. Kingsport, TN 37664.
A service of Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444.
Tributes and condolences may be sent to the family at www.MeM.com
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 
 
DURHAM -- Patsy Stevens Penny, 58, died Saturday morning in the Duke Hospice Inpatient Facility
in Hillsborough. She was born October 26, 1949, in Durham daughter of Mildred Aiken Stevens and
the late Garland Terry Stevens.
She attended the Durham County Schools and later worked for Gardenview Realty, Hoke New Vision
Architects and was a realtor with Stevens Building Company.
Her hobbies were gardening, home decorating, gourmet cooking, spending time with family and friends
and as much time as possible on Kerr Lake and Wrightsville Beach. I will be hard to remember Pat
and not see her beautiful smile.
Surviving are her husband of 37 years, Jack B. Penny Jr.; two daughters, Kimberly P. Butler and Kelly
R. Penny both of Durham; her mother, Mildred Aiken Stevens of Durham; her sister, Brenda S. Schlink
of Spring lake; her two precious granddaughters, Ashlyn Grace Butler and Devin Renee' Butler, who
were the apple of her eye and two nieces and four nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Monday at 2 p.m. in the Howerton & Bryan Funeral Chapel.
Officiating will be the Rev. Julia Webb- Bowden. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 until
6 p.m. at the home of Jack and Sybil Penny, 1500 Infinity Road and also following the service on
Monday in the Howerton & Bryan Funeral Home.
Instead of flowers memorials may be made to Duke Homecare and Hospice, 4321 Medical Park Dr.,
Durham, NC 27704 or to a cancer fund of your choice.
Howerton & Bryan Funeral Home is assisting the Penny family.
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 
 
CHERAW, SC -- B.D. Phelps, 86, died Thursday, April 10, 2008, in Cheraw, SC. Born in Supply,
NC, he was a son of the late Robert Lemuel and Janie Simmons Phelps. He was the widower of
Rosalie Clemmons Phelps. He was a member of Civil Conservation Corps. He was a US Army
Veteran of World War II and a member of the American Legion. Mr. Phelps was retired from
Becker County Sand and Gravel Company (50+ years) having served as Vice President. He was
an avid fisherman, so much so, that he keep meticulous records of his prize catches. He was
quite the intellectual and wordsmith, ever entwined in a crossword puzzle or delivering a pun. He
enjoyed music (blue grass) being able to play by ear. Mr. Phelps love to garden and make wine
with his grapes. He was known to be the cook for many celebratory events at work and with friends.
Surviving are his daughter, Carol (Jeff) P. Neubert of Winterville, NC; sisters, Dot West of Mt.
Pleasant, SC, Evelyn Little of Wilmington, NC, Peg McLeod of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren,
Rebecca (Joel) Lynne Schlieman, Rachel Anne Neubert, all of Raleigh, NC.
He is preceded in death by his wife and parents listed above, a daughter, Martha E. Phelps and
brothers, Homer Phelps, Albert Phelps, Audie Phelps, Coolidge Phelps, and Harley Phelps.
The family will receive friends 2:00 PM, Sunday, April 13, 2008 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw, SC.
A funeral service will be held 3:00 PM Sunday, April 13, 2008 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw, SC.
Burial will be in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.
Memorials to: Harry Hunt Hampton Fund, Reel Kids, PO Box 2641, Columbia, SC 29202
Visit kiserfuneralhome.com to send an e-condolence.
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008

Eunice E. Phelps, 81, of Supply, died Saturday April 26, 2008, at the Ocean Trail Nursing Center, Southport.
Born November 3, 1926, in Sampson County the daughter of the late Carlton P. Horrell and Addie Belle Simmons Horrell. She is predeceased in death by a son, Terry Phelps; three brothers; two sisters.
Surviving are her husband of 51 years Billy Phelps of the home; sons Carl Chestnut, Larry and wife Martha Chestnut, Billy Chestnut, Gary and wife Donna Phelps, Glen and wife Amy Phelps, William Phelps, Jr., Wayne Phelps; daughter-in-law Teresa Phelps; sisters; Evelyn Moore and Faye Thorton; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Monday April 28, 2008, at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church.
The Reverend Richard Hicks will officiate. Burial will follow in the Silent Grove Cemetery.
The family will receive friends 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, 494 Mt. Pisgah Road Supply, NC.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport. NC.
Published in the Star-News on 4/27/2008

Pickett, Emanuel 34, of Wallace, died in Iraq. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the First Baptist Church of Wallace. Rose Hill Funeral Home, Rose Hill. Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008

Pierce, Fitzhugh Melvin 72, of 143 U.S. 13 South, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at Wayne Memorial Hospital, Goldsboro. A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Shumate-Faulk Funeral Home. Burial will follow in
Wayne Memorial Park. Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008 
 
Rev. Frederick Earl Pigott, 91, of Earl-Della Drive, Shallotte, NC died Monday, April 28, 2008.
Born in Brunswick County on May 22, 1916, he was a son of the late Frederick William and Emma Leonard Pigott. He was predeceased by grandsons, Robert Pigott and Joey Phelps. He was a retired brickmason and founding pastor of several churches in the surrounding area, and was the pastor at Abundant Life.
Mr. Earl as he was affectionately known was born the ninth and youngest child and attributes his longevity to the blessings of God, the good cooking of his wife, and being able to smell the marsh mud at Shallotte Point. He said he feels fortunate to have seen the fifth generation of Pigott's born in his lifetime.
Surviving are his wife of seventy-two plus years, Della Fulford Pigott. A son and daughter-in-law, Sheldon E. and Janice Pigott, Supply, NC. Two daughters and sons-in-law, Wanda Pigott Porter and Lee Porter, Wilmington, NC., Mary Pigott Diaz and Osvaldo Diaz, Shallotte, NC; four grandchildren, David Pigott, Cindy Meyer, Freddie McLelland, Stephen Phelps; twelve great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted Friday, May 2, 2008 at 11:00 am in the Brunswick Funeral Service Chapel. Burial will follow in Gurganus Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm, Thursday, May 1, 2008 at the funeral home.
The family gratefully acknowledges the care and concern of hospice and all his caregivers, especially Pat Collins, Janet Lundy, Jackie Ward, and Wilma Holifield.
Casketbearers will be Michael Pigott, David Pigott, Fred McLelland, Roger Meyer, Stephen Phelps,
Patrick Phelps.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008 
 
Edward Earl Piner, 81, of Wilmington, died April 27, 2008 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center.
Edward was born December 19, 1926 in Watha, NC the son of the late Autsy and Maggie Newton Piner. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Zelma Piner.
Edward is survived by a son, Eddie Lynn Piner (Dolores); two daughters, Rhonda Hennis (Scotty) and Tammie Piner, and a brother, Horace Piner and Ruby. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 today at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel.
A graveside service will be held at 3 PM Wednesday at Greenlawn Memorial Park with Scott
Hennis officiating. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center,
725 Wellington Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401 or to the American Diabetes Assoc. – NC, 2418 Blueridge Rd, Suite 206, Raleigh, NC 27607 Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008

Mr. Phillip Edward Pinyatello age 83 of 113 West Murray St., Wallace died Monday morning, April 28, 2008, at Pender Memorial Hospital in Burgaw.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 1, at 2:00 p.m. at Padgett Funeral Chapel in Wallace conducted by the Rev. Jerry Atkinson. Burial will follow in Rockfish Memorial Cemetery.
He is survived by three daughters, Hilda P. Cox and George and Phyllis Pinyatello all of Carolina Beach, and Sheila Wells and husband Jack of Teachey, two sons, Thomas Edward Pinyatello and Ellen of Hampstead and Philip Manuel Pinyatello of Wilmington and Dickie Grady and wife Joan of Goldsboro, one sister, Angeline Dixon of Rose Hill, Eight Grandchildren and 8 Great Grandchildren.
Born in Duplin County, Mr. Pinyatello was the son of the late Joseph Pinyatello and Mary Sutton Pinyatello and was the widower of Louise Rich. He was a retired truck driver and attended Peniel P. F. W. B. Church.
Casketbearers will be James Earl Rich, Paul Wells, Jack Wells, Kevin Wells, Duane Blanton and Ronnie Rich.
The family will receive at the funeral home from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and at his residence, 113 West Murray Street, Apartment 403, in Wallace other times.
A Padgett Service of Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008 
 
Sylvia K. Polgar Ph.D. of Wilmington NC died Tuesday, April 9, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Center.
Sylvia Florence Knopp Polgar was born in New York City in 1928 to Arthur Knopp and Selma Berger Knopp. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Columbia University in 1959, and was a research associate with Bank Street College.
In 1961 she married Steven Polgar Ph.D. (1931-1978), an anthropologist specializing in population studies, and a holocaust survivor. In New York she assisted the Council on Social Work Education, trained with the U.S. Public Health Service, and lectured at New York University in 1964.
She and Steve Polgar had two sons (Misi and Chris), and when Steve got work at the University
of North Carolina in 1968, the family moved to Chapel Hill.
Sylvia Polgar earned her Ph.D. in sociology at UNC-Chapel Hill in 1974. She lectured at UNC Chapel Hill before starting what would become almost twenty-year of service at UNC-Wilmington in 1976. Sylvia taught courses in sociology, social work, and anthropology at UNC-Wilmington until retiring in 1995. For six years she endured a very long weekly commute to work, between Chapel Hill NC and Wilmington. She survived the loss of her husband in 1978. In addition, Sylvia served her community in many leadership roles, encouraging community relations and public health.
Sylvia Polgar earned her Ph.D. in sociology at UNC-Chapel Hill in 1974. She lectured at UNC-Chapel Hill before starting what would become almost twenty years of service at UNC-Wilmington in 1976. Sylvia taught courses in sociology, social work, and anthropology at UNC-W before retiring in 1995. For six years, she commuted weekly between Chapel Hill and Wilmington, in order to both teach and be with her family on the weekends. In 1978 she survived the loss of her husband and became a single parent for 30 years thereafter. Since 1982, Sylvia has served the Wilmington community in many leadership roles, with a special focus on relations between ethnic groups and public health, serving as a role model for women by developing a successful independent career.
Sylvia was a teacher and friend to many in her community. She was a leader and a caretaker, a strong parent and grandparent, a volunteer and a good neighbor. She was independent and caring, generous with her time and attention, loving and witty, engaging and helpful to many. Sylvia spoke Spanish and loved to travel. She enjoyed family and friends, nature and arts (including pottery), walking and cooking.
She is survived by sons, Michael Polgar of Kingston, PA, and Chris Polgar of Carrboro, NC, and granddaughters Sophie, Isabelle, and Rebecca Polgar.
Donations in her memory may be directed to the United Jewish Communities women's philanthropy.
Memorial services will be held in Wilmington in late May or early June, at a time and place to be announced.
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008 
 
Audrey Simmons Porter, 54, of Castle Hayne, passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at
Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, after a courageous battle with Amyotrophic
Lateral Sclerosis (A.L.S.) commonly known as Lou Gehrig's Disease.
Audrey was born October 15, 1953, in Burgaw, NC, daughter of Thomas D. Simmons, Jr. and
Jewell Franklin Simmons.
Mrs. Porter was a member of St. Andrews Covenant Presbyterian Church and served on the
Witness Committee. Over the years she participated in mission work in Mexico and Washington
D.C. and other volunteer work throughout the community. Audrey graduated from UNCW with a
B.S. in Accounting. She worked with Interoll as the Financial Controller until 2007, when, due to
her illness, it became necessary for her to resign her position.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband of 34 years, George A. Porter; daughter
Kristie Porter of Durham, NC; son, James Porter of Castle Hayne, NC; four siblings, Thomas D.
"Skeet" Simmons III and wife, Pat, of Ivanhoe, NC, Gary Simmons and wife, Diana, of Hickory,
NC, Teresa Simmons Collins and husband, Ed, of Holly Ridge, NC, and Ginny Simmons of
Wilmington, NC; two nieces, Cecelia Langston and husband, Keith, and Nicole Hubler and
husband, Andy; nephew, Brandon Simmons and wife, Candi; great-niece and great-nephew,
Haleigh Langston and Hayden Langston; mother-in-law, Hildred Porter; two brothers-in-law, David
Porter and wife, Becky, and Jay Porter, Jr. and wife, Ann; and a special friend, Beth Maciag.
The family will receive friends from 7pm to 9pm Thursday, April 24, 2008, at Andrews Market Street
Chapel.
A funeral service will be 11am Friday, April 25, 2008, at St. Andrews Covenant Presbyterian Church
with Rev. Rob Lapp and Rev. Anne Jahnes officiating. Interment will follow at 1pm Friday at Moores
Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, Currie, NC.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff members at Lower Cape Fear Hospice
& LifeCareCenter for their help and understanding, and to the A.L.S. Clinic in Charlotte, NC for their
support for Audrey. Without their help, this hard journey with A.L.S. would not have been possible.
Memorial contributions may be made to A.L.S. at www.catfishchapter.org or to Lower Cape Fear
Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008  

Powell, James Pearl, 66, of Wallace, died Monday, March 31, 2008, at New Hanover Regional
Medical Center. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. today at Wells Chapel Cemetery. Padgett
Funeral Home, Wallace. Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008

Powell, Lewis Bernard of 1010 S. 12th St., died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Huntington Health Care. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Ephesus Seventh Day Adventist Church. Burial will be in Calvary Memorial
Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service. Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008
 
ROCKY POINT – Jerry Pridgen, age 69, on Monday, April 28, 2008, surrounded by his loving family, passed from this earth to his eternal home.
He was born August 6, 1938 in Pender County, the son of the late Archie Roger Pridgen, Sr. and Mary Katherine Pridgen. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, A. R. Pridgen, Jr. and Donald Pridgen.
Mr. Pridgen was owner and operator of Jerry's Barber Shop for over 40 years. He was a member of Victory Christian Fellowship.
Jerry was a devoted and loving husband, daddy, granddaddy, brother and friend who will be missed by all of those whose lives he touched. In addition to caring for his family, his passions in life were gardening and fishing. His courage as he battled a formidable disease and his appreciation he and his family had for his caregivers, Sherri, Linda and Phyllis, were an inspiration to all. Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Jeannette W. Pridgen; daughter, Carmel Anderson (Butler); sons, Wade Pridgen (Kim) and Kirk Pridgen (Renee`) all of Rocky Point; grandchildren, Brett Anderson, Makenzie Pridgen, Kayla Pridgen, Casey Pridgen, Cameron Pridgen, and Justin Pridgen; sisters, Bernice Moore (Oliver), Ann Guyton (Jimmy) and Faye Woodcock; brothers, Paul Pridgen (Emily),
Harold Pridgen (Menzette), Bradford Pridgen, Harvey Pridgen, Alton Pridgen and Kenneth Pridgen; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home
Burgaw Chapel with The Rev. Dr. Allen McKeithan officiating. Burial will follow in Oleander Memorial Gardens, Wilmington.
The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home,
Burgaw. Flowers are welcome and memorial gifts may be given to Victory Christian Fellowship, 12646 US
Hwy 117 S, Rocky Point, NC 28457.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008

Prince, Tony Allen, died Sunday, April 6, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by McEwen Funeral
Home, Charlotte. Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008

Pugh, James Edward 71, of 1844 Green Pine Drive, S.W., Supply, died Tuesday, April 29, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008
 
Steven William Rachich, 72, of Southport, peacefully passed on March 31, 2008. Tenderly loved father
of Lorraine, Mary, Susan and Diane, proud grandfather of Anthony, Caroline, Giancarlo, Jacqueline,
Elizabeth and Nicholas. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Sara Jane. Born in New York, NY
and a graduate of Seton Hall University, his friends and family will remember him for his 30 years of
dedicated service to counseling emotionally disturbed children at Children's Village in Dobbs Ferry,
NY, his love of home and hearth, and all things beautiful. He happily called St. James his home for
the last ten years. Steve and his family greatly appreciated the kindness from Dosher Memorial
Hospital and Duke University Medical Center. Contributions in his memory may be made to the
Duke Scleroderma Research Center.
A memorial mass will be celebrated at 11 am Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008 

Ramirez, Gladys Robinson age 67, of Wallace, died Saturday, March 29, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Wallace Chapel. Burial will follow in Cavenaugh Cemetery. Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008
   
Reaves, Charlotte E., of 4913 College Acres Drive, died Monday, March 31, 2008, at Lower Cape
Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Macedonia Missionary
Baptist Church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Jordan Funeral Home. Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008

Redolphy, Raymond L. 76, died Friday, April 25, 2008. A service will be held at a later date in New York. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008  

Register, Beulah 94, of 162 Cuttail Road, Whiteville, died Thursday, March 27, at Premier Living in Lake Waccamaw. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Diamond Branch Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be
in the Register family cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home of Whiteville. Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 Share photos, videos and more with Legacy Memorial Websites. Find out more.  

Doris Rae Jones Smith Register, 86, of Wilmington, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 14, 2008.
Mrs. Register was the daughter of the late Robert L. and Gussie Jones. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, James T. Smith and Dorris G. Register, three sisters and two brothers. She is survived by three sons, Rev W. Randall Smith (Diane), David G. Register (Evelyn) and Johnnie E. Register (Sarah); three daughters, Sandy Register (Joe), Carolyn R. West (special friend, Devon Blackman), Linda R. McClellan (Noel), 15 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren, two sisters, Mary J. Palmer and Thelma J. Blanchfield and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of her Life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 17, 2008 in the Oleander Chapel of Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home with the Rev. Edward 'Buddy' Dowd and Rev. W. Randall Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Prospect Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Mrs. Register was a charter member of Castle Hayne Advent Christian Church. She was a woman of great faith; a great wife, mother and grandmother who was loved dearly and will be missed.
The family would like to offer thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff members of Cape Fear Memorial Hospital and Rocky Point Medical Center, who tended to Mrs. Register with great care and compassion the last week of her life.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444.
Published in the Star-News on 4/16/2008
 
OAK ISLAND -- Mrs. Tanya V. Register age 46 of 108 West Oak Island Drive, Oak Island died April 22, 2008.
Tanya was born in Kingston, NY on September 4, 1961. She was preceded in death by her father, John Proper Sr. Thinking of others, Tanya was an organ donor. She was a veteran of the US Army National Guard where she served as a chemical specialist.
She is survived by her husband, Stanley Register of the home; one son, Peter Proper of NY; a daughter, Amber Rae Williams of NY; parents, Sharon and Dennis Holowecki of NY; grandmothers, Florence Vaughn and Kathleen Proper of Kingston, NY; a brother, Gerald Proper Jr. of NY and three grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 1-3 Sunday afternoon at Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral Service, Southport.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to SOAR, 3376 St. Charles Place, Southport, NC 28461
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport NC
Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008
 
Ai "Aiko" Egashira Reynolds, 66, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, April 13, 2008.
Aiko was born in Saga, Japan on September 9, 1941. She immigrated to the United States in 1963 and became a naturalized citizen on June 5, 1974. A homemaker for many years, her primary focus was her family. Later in life, she worked as a clerk for over 14 years with Gas Center and extended her family to include her co-workers.
Aiko leaves behind Frank Reynolds, her husband of 45 years; her daughter, Irene Kuo and husband Henry, of Cary, NC; her son, Frank Reynolds (Dee) and his wife Angie of Little River, SC; five grandchildren, Molly, Jonathon, Kimbre, Brianna, and Frankie; her sisters, Hiroko Egashira and Satchiko Uemura of Japan; as well as some incredibly dear friends whom she considered her true sisters.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at 2:00 pm in the Oleander Chapel of Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service. Interment will follow at Oleander Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 12-1:30 pm prior to the service.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008
 
OAK ISLAND -- Mrs. Mary Bryant Rhyne, 85, of Oak Island, died Sunday April 20, 2008, at Dosher Nursing Center.
Mrs. Rhyne was born in Paris, Texas, on January 29, 1923, and was the daughter of the late T. Bryant and Mary Hammock Bryant. She was the wife of the late A. Richard 'Dick' Rhyne. They resided in Raleigh for many years.
She is survived by her two sons, Richard B. 'Rick' Rhyne and wife Jan of Southport and Robert A. 'Bob' Rhyne of Oak Island; three grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Graveside funeral services will be Tuesday April 22, 2008, at 11 a.m. at the Northwood Cemetery in Southport.
There is no visitation. The family will be at the home of Rick and Jan Rhyne, 5130 Melinda Court, South Harbor in Southport.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008  

Rich, Angela, of 631 Sharease Circle, died Sunday, April 6, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical
Center. The funeral will be at noon Friday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in
the Shoulder Branch Cemetery, Castle Hayne. Dunn Funeral Home. Published in the Star-News on 4/10/2008
 
Riggins, Opal Pearl 55, of 316 Castle Height Road, Longs, S.C., died Sunday, April 6, 2008, at Medical University
of South Carolina, Charleston. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Bristol Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Dothan. Burial will be in Bristol Creek Cemetery, Dothan Community, Tabor City. Westside Funeral Home, Tabor City. Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008 
 
CLINTON -- David James Rivenbark passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 11, 2008, at the residence
of his daughter and son-in-law in Raleigh. Son of the late Daniel J. Rivenbark and Donnie Mae
Jordan Rivenbark, he was born October 21, 1921, on the family farm in Duplin County near Warsaw,
which was established at the time of the American Revolution. His youth was primarily spent in
Clinton where he worked in the family business. He graduated from Clinton High School where he
had distinguished himself as centerfield in baseball with the Clinton Dark Horses.
Following graduation, he bought the operation of Duplin Supply Company in Warsaw, which provided
hardware, feed, and baby chicks to area farmers. He entered the service of the United States Army
in 1942. He crossed the Atlantic Ocean from New York City on the Queen Mary, which had been
converted into a military transport. He was stationed in England and established a PX for the Army
Corps of Engineers during the construction of an air field north of London at Bishop Stafford. He
participated in the Normandy Campaign arriving on Utah Beach on D Day plus 3. He was attached to
the 89th Engineers and served as a driver with General Patton's Army as it moved through France and
into Germany. He was stationed in Marseilles preparing for the invasion of Japan when the war ended
on VJ Day. He sailed back to America where he was honorably discharged and returned to Warsaw
and the Duplin Supply Company, which had been managed by his mother during the war. On his return
he married Oleta Gloria Hudson and they had a son, Tony and a daughter, Dana.
In 1949 he acquired the Pontiac franchise and established Rivenbark Motor Company which he ran for
almost half a century. He loved the automobile business and did not consider himself retired until the
age of 80. He was a life long member of the Warsaw/Kenansville Rotary Club and served a term as
President. He was active in the community and served on the Warsaw Town Board and a term as
Mayor Pro Tem. In later years he was a member of the Warsaw Baptist Men's Chorus and performed
at a number of churches and civic events. He was an unforgettable individual exemplifying strength of
character and a charming sense of humor. He loved his children unconditionally and will be sorely
missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his daughter Dana Kaye Rivenbark McBrayer and her husband Robert Alan McBrayer
of Raleigh; his two grandsons, Derek James McBrayer of Silver Spring, MD, Alan Charles McBrayer of
Boone, NC; his son David Anthony Rivenbark of Wilmington; a niece Jan Lewis Peelle; a nephew James Thomas Lewis of Monroe, and his longtime friend, Geraldine Strickland of Clinton.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Oleta, and his sister, Gladys Rivenbark Lewis.
A graveside service will be held at the Clinton City Cemetery at 3PM on Sunday, April 13, 2008.
Arrangements are entrusted to Crumpler-Honeycutt Funeral Home of Clinton.
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008  

Gracie Carter Best Rivenbark, 87, of Surf City, NC, died Saturday, April 5, 2008, at Davis Health Care.
She was born in Sampson Co., NC on February 27, 1921, the daughter of the late Murd Addison and Katie Dell Hollingsworth Carter. She was preceded in death by Pete Best, father of her children, her second husband, George Rivenbark, and a daughter, Dawn Best Ottaway.
Mrs. Rivenbark was a charter member of the Grace United Methodist Church in Clinton, NC. She moved to Surf City, NC in 1958 where she had a summer home since 1947. She was active in the very young Surf City Rescue Squad in the early 1960's and was also town clerk of Surf City for several years.
Surviving are two daughters, Brenda Edens and husband, Bill of Surf City, NC and Dimples King and husband, Eddie of Greensboro, NC; a son-in-law, Ronnie Ottaway of Surf City, NC; nine grandchildren, Rick King, Tammy Foust, Bryan, Mike, Curtis and Danny Edens, and Will, Rusty, and Kent Ottaway; twelve great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel by Rev. Russell Knowles. Interment will follow in Sea Lawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Monday at Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Hampstead Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/7/2008  

Ulysses Grant Robbins 'Lish' of 9416 Nash Lane, Leland North Carolina, was born on September 26, 1921 to the late John I. and Lila Brown Robbins. He entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at his home.
He was preceded in death by his stepmother Ms. Margie Robbins, brothers; Lonnie Marshall Robbins, Tyler Robbins, Sam Robbins, Reverend Strossie Robbins, and Reverend John I. Robbins.
Lish as he was known was a member of Summerville African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, where he was a faithful member. He served as a member of the male and senior choir. He was an honorary member of the adult choir. Served as a pastor steward, trustee, and Sunday school teacher.
Lish was a member of Evergreen Lodge Number 88 United Order of Salem. He was an active member of the senior citizen center of Leland, North Carolina. He participated in the Senior Olympics where he won many medals.
Lish served in the United States Army during World War II as an infantryman, serving in Burma and Casablanca.
He leaves to cherish his fond memories: three sons, Robert Lee Jenkins of lrvington, New Jersey; Castile Robbins of Leland, North Carolina; and Ulysses Grant Jenkins (Mary) of Brownsmills, New Jersey; two sisters, Helen Davis of Leland, North Carolina and Geraldine Stackhouse of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; one brother, Timothy Robbins of Leland, North Carolina; two sisters-in-law, Gladys Robbins of Leland, North Carolina and Blanchie Robbins of Wilmington, North Carolina; one granddaughter, Monica Nicole Robbins of Leland, North Carolina; three grandsons, Craig Jerome Jenkins of Teanack, New Jersey; Daniel Robert Jenkins (Aisha) of Richmond, Virginia; Brian Alexander Jenkins of Browns Mills, New Jersey; six great-grandchildren, Sade, Daija, Davion, Jada, Jovani & Noah Jenkins; one special nephew, Albert Lee Robbins; two special nieces, Lila Bryant and Glatha Daniels, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 today at Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday at Summerville A.M.E. Zion Church Dogwood Road, Leland, NC.
Shaw's Funeral Home
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008  
 
Roberts, Grace H. 95, of H.C. Powers Road, Wallace, died Monday, April 7, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice &
LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Adoram Baptist Church, Wallace. Burial
will be in Duplin Memorial Gardens, Teachey. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace. Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008 Share photos, videos and more with Legacy Memorial Websites. Find out more.  

 
Robinson, Shirley Evans  of 126 Neck Road, S.E., Bolivia, died Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at Brunswick Hospital. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. today at St. John Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Evans family
cemetery. French I. Davis Funeral Home. Published in the Star-News on 4/27/2008
 
SOUTHPORT -- Mrs. Amelia Mary Rodriguez age 79 of Southport died Thursday April 3, 2008, at
Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
Mrs. Rodriguez was born in Brooklyn, NY on November 29, 1928, and was the daughter of the late
John and Gelisbe Casalone. She was the wife of the late Robert Rodriguez and was also preceded
in death by her brother, Joseph Casalone. She and her late husband, Robert moved to Oak Island
in 1994 from Queens, NY. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
She is survived by her step-daughter, Dorianne Rodriguez and step-grandchild, Jordanne Rodriguez;
very dear friend, Priscilla Horne of Southport; cousins nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Mass will be held Monday April 7, 2008, at 11 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with
Father Trent Watts officiating. Burial will follow in Cape Fear Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 Sunday afternoon at the Funeral Home.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008
 
Edgar Jennings "Gene" Rouse, 66, of Carolina Beach, died Friday, March 28, 2008, at Lower Cape
Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
Gene was born September 10, 1941 in Kinston, NC, the son of the late John William and Helen Smith Rouse. A brother, William, and sister, Wanda Costin, also preceded him in death. Mr. Rouse spent the first part of his working life in Wilmington as a carpenter in the construction trade. He was proud of his contributions to the area and enjoyed pointing out the public buildings and homes he helped erect. He spent the second half of his career in the Washington, DC, area, where he met his wife Kate. On retirement in 2004, the couple moved to the Wilmington area and settled in Carolina Beach. Gene loved being back in the bosom of his extended family and boating and fishing in the local waters. He enjoyed the friends and Alcoholics Anonymous fellowship on Pleasure Island and would have celebrated 21 years in that program this April. His AA buddies describe him as an elder and an honorable man. He was also a long-time student of A Course in Miracles and member of Unity Christ Church in Wilmington. Gene was a sweet and loving husband, brother, uncle and friend and will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife Kate Shovlin Rouse; her children, Ann and Ross Sullivan of Silver Spring, MD; six sisters, Faye Landi and husband, Paul, of Havelock, Nina Barnhill and husband, Jerry, Betty Saunders and husband, Jerry, Brenda Leonard and husband, Gene, all of Castle Hayne, Marie Rhodes and husband, Roy, of Hampstead, and Teresa Rouse of Wilmington; and a brother, John Rouse and wife, Melinda, of Wilmington; numerous nieces and nephews and friends.
Gene's life will be celebrated at a memorial service on April 12, 2008, 2 PM, at Unity Christ Church, 717 Orchard Avenue, Wilmington.
The Rouse family is indebted to Dr. John Anagnost and staff at Hanover Medical Specialists and Dr. Patrick Maguire and staff at New Hanover Radiation Oncology Center for their expertise and encouragement in extending Gene's life to ply the local waters for an extra year.
The family would also like to acknowledge the care and comfort provided by both the visiting Hospice team and those at the LifeCareCenter in Wilmington. They made Gene's final days peaceful and provided loving support to his wife and family through this difficult period. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made in Gene's memory to Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 1406 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC
28401. Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008
 
Samuel Raymond 'Ray' Ryan, Jr., 80, of Wilmington, NC, died Sunday, April 27, 2008 at his residence. He was born in Baltimore, MD on September 19, 1927, the son of the late Samuel Raymond Ryan, Sr. and Elsbeth Benson Ryan.
Mr. Ryan attended McDonogh School in Owings Mills, MD, where he was a member of 'The Dirty Dozen,' graduating in 1946. He attended the University of Maryland and was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. He was well known in the Maryland area for being an Equestrian Champion as well as for raising and showing championship cattle.
In 1951 he married his beloved wife of fifty-seven years, 'Babs.' Mr. Ryan spent his career in agricultural sales, retiring from Sears in OH in 1990. Ray and Babs were active in ballroom dancing in the Over Fifties Club at the Senior Center. Mr. Ryan was a member of Elk's Lodge #532 and in his later years raised and showed Champion Toy Manchester Terriers.
Surviving is his beloved wife, 'Babs' Ryan; two daughters, Lynn Farver and husband Roger, and Nancy Ryan; three grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Family and friends are invited to a luncheon celebration of love, life, and laughter on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at 11:30 am at Wilson's Restaurant on New Center Drive. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter, 1406 Physicians Dr., Wilmington, NC, 28401 or to the Humane Society, 2405 N. 23rd St., Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008  

 
"Then when it comes, death will not be a dread enemy, but a welcome friend; once again my
young heart will run through the green meadows of eternity -- with dignity." From the poem
"See Me" by Reba Saleem.
Reba Porter Saleem of 400 N. Race St., Statesville, went to those green meadows Friday,
March 14, 2008, after a long illness.
Born in Jan. 28, 1927, in West Virginia, to Lloyd and Carrie Porter, Reba was raised with her
four brothers and three sisters in Elkin. She attended Grace Hospital School of Nursing where
she met George Saleem, her loving husband of 60 years.
After graduating as a registered nurse in 1947, Reba enjoyed a long and successful career as
a head nurse at several hospitals, an educator at the Medical College of Georgia, the director
of nursing at Evergreen Nursing Home and at Starmount Villa Nursing Home and then
administrator for Starmount Villa.
After retiring, Reba and George owned and operated a health club in Wilmington then eventually
 moved to Statesville.
Reba is preceded in death by two brothers, Lewis and Gene Porter; both of whom resided in
Statesville.
She is survived by her husband, George Saleem, of Statesville; her son, Edward and wife, Audrey
of Atlanta; two brothers, Larry and wife, Joy, and Don Porter and wife, Joyce; three sisters, Fay
Blevins of Statesville, Ennis Luffman of Jonesville, and Peggy Ratledge and husband, Thurmond,
also of Jonesville.
A memorial service in celebration of the life of Reba Saleem was held at 10:30 a.m. March 17 at
Nicholson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to either
the Alzheimer's Association or Hospice of Statesville.
Nicholson Funeral Home served the family. Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008
Sanders, Lucille  
Sanders, Lucille, 97, of Rennert, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at Southeastern Regional Medical Center,
Lumberton. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. today at New Hope Free Will Baptist Church, Rennert. Burial
will be in Community Rest, Red Springs. S&L Funeral Home, Maxton. Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008
 
David Randolph Sandifer long-time Brunswick County Board of Commissioners' Chairman passed
away peacefully at his home on April 4, 2008, after a hard fought battle with cancer. Commissioner
Sandifer was 63 years old. He was born in Florence, SC on November 1, 1944, the youngest of three
children of Charles H Sandifer III and Myrtle B Sandifer. In 1983 he moved to Holden Beach, met and
married Patricia Griffin, his wife of 23 years.
He is survived by his wife Patricia; children Victoria and Scott Brown, Donald and Tina McKeithan,
Michael and DeeAnn McKeithan, Katherine McKeithan, and Gordon Nash Jr. and fiancée Jennifer
Quaintance; grandchildren Michael Ryan McKeithan, Donald C. McKeithan Jr., Mackenzie N.
McKeithan, Victoria Meghan McKeithan, Mitchell W McKeithan, and Cierra Marie McKeithan; and new
great-grandson Gavyn Michael McKeithan; his brother Charles H Sandifer IV, wife Elizabeth; sister
Caroline Bevill, husband Bill; many wonderful nieces and nephews; his second 'family' at the Brunswick
County Complex – all of whom had a special place in his heart.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations to be given to HELP, Inc., a non-profit formed to help people
in need in Brunswick County. Contact Judy Mundy at BB&T-Holden Beach Causeway 910-842-4701.
Services will be held at 1:00 pm Monday April 7, 2008, at Coble-Ward-Smith Funeral Home in Supply,
NC, followed by entombment at Brunswick Funeral Home. The family will be accepting friends and family
at their Holden Beach residence.
Tributes and condolences may be left at www.MeM.com.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Supply
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008
 
  Nellie Shore Satterfield of Hampstead, NC died Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at New Hanover Regional
Medical Center.
She was born in Winston Salem, NC, on December 23, 1939, the daughter of the late Robert Leon
and Frances Hicks Shore. She was preceded in death by her sister, Annie Janette Largen.
Mrs. Satterfield was retired from R J Reynolds Tobacco Company after 25 years of service. She was
an avid bowler at the Northside Bowling Center.
She was a very caring, generous, and loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.
Surviving are her three children, Pamela Hulst and husband Billy of Sneads Ferry, NC, Dee Rhodes
and husband Chuck of Holly Ridge, NC, and Michael Satterfield of Hampstead, NC; five grandchildren,
Bradley Pardue, Kayla Reece, Trevor Reece, Shane Clifton, and Courtney Hulst; three great-
grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Sunday, April 20, 2008, in Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel
by the Rev. Buddy Dowd. Entombment will follow in Sea Lawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Saturday at Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Hampstead Chapel service
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008

Schmaler, Edward William, 82, of Country Club Drive, Shallotte, died Wednesday April 9, 2008,
at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. No local services will be announced.
Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008
 
Mrs. Sara Elizabeth Schrader, 74, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008, after an extended illness.
She was the daughter of the late Luther and Sara Smith. Mrs. Schrader is survived by one son; William
"Rocky" Fields, and wife Carolyn of Mars Hill, NC, two daughters; Lawanna Henderson, and husband
Albert of Maple Hill, NC, Charman Schrader Vincent, and husband Lee of Willard, NC, seven
grandchildren; Christopher Fields, Nicholas Massengill, Ellery Bryan, Laeken Henderson, Baylee,
Gracie, and Gentry Vincent, and three great-grandchildren; Ashley, Katlyn and Jacob Fields. She is
also survived by her special K-9 friend; "Sadie."
Mrs. Schrader loved fishing, gardening, cooking, and was excellent at the art of crocheting. She dearly
loved all children, especially her own grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A special person, wife,
mother, grandmother, and friend, Sara will be truly missed, and will remain a warm memory in the
hearts of all who knew and loved her.
The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00pm, Thursday, April 10, 2008, at Coble Ward-Smith Oleander
Chapel. Funeral services will be held 1:00pm, Friday, April 11, 2008, also at Coble Ward-Smith
Oleander Chapel, with interment to follow at Oleander Memorial Gardens.
Tributes and condolences may be offered to the family at www.mem.com.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/10/2008 
 
Susan Matthews Scronce died Sunday, April 20, 2008 at Pender Memorial Hospital, Burgaw, N.C.
She was the daughter of the late Algie and Lillie Williams Matthews and wife of deceased husband,
Jack Scronce and son-in-law Jim Pulley. She is the mother to six surviving children, Jackie Pulley,
of Nashville, N.C., Dottie and Jimmy Osborne, Clinton, N.C., Joe and Connie Scronce of Willard,
N.C., Wesley and Gail Scronce and Mike and Brenda Scronce, both of Wallace N.C., and Ronnie
and Lisa Scronce of Beulaville, N.C. She is survived by nine grandchildren and eight great
grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. She is survived by one brother, Robert Matthews of
Wallace, and three sisters, Lillian Wood of Wallace, Naomi Jones of Harrells and Reba Tiller of
Merritt, N.C. She was predeceased by two brothers, William Matthews and Wayland Matthews
and two sisters, Dorothy Chappell and Sare Fahrney.
She is survived by multiple sister in laws, brother in laws and nieces and nephews..
Mrs. Scronce was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend to those who knew her. She was a faithful
member to Wallace Baptist Church and was a member of the Keen Agers Chorade.
The family will receive at Padgett Funeral Home Tuesday, April 22, 2008, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Services till be held at Wallace Baptist Church, Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. with
interment at Riverview Memorial Park, Watha, N.C..
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be given to First Baptist Church of Wallace or a charity
of one's choice. Padgett Funeral Home is serving the Scronce family.
Published in the Star-News on 4/22/2008 
 
Louise Carver Segars, 85, died peacefully at her home Thursday morning April 24, 2008. She was born September 28, 1922, in Fayetteville, NC, in the Gray's Creek Community to John and Mildred Carver. Louise was the oldest of three daughters. She was predeceased by her husband of 52 years, Carl King Segars and her sister Mary Carver Jackson.
She graduated from Gray's Creek High School as valedictorian in 1939. On Christmas Day, 1941, she married Carl King Segars. Together they had three sons, Dr. Robert Carver Segars, Sr., of Florence, SC, Dr. Leon Carl Segars, of Isle of Palms, SC, and Ronald Edward Segars, of Wilmington, NC, and a very special granddaughter, Natasha Segars Tatum of Oak Island, NC.
Louise made her home on Oak Island for over 37 years. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and always managed to put others needs before her own.
She is survived by her sister, Jessie Carver Davis, her three sons and eight grandchildren, Scott Segars, Rob Segars, Cathy Sullivan, Bobby Segars, Shawn Segars, Natasha Tatum, Mary Tefteller and Ron Segars and six great-grandchildren, Turner and Ella Segars, Lillian Tefteller, McKenna Sullivan, Makayla Tatum, and Sadler Segars.
Pallbearers will be Scott Segars, Rob Segars, Ron Segars, Daryl Davis, Kenny Jackson and Brad Tefteller.
Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. at Ocean View United Methodist Church on Saturday, April 26th.
The funeral will follow at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at Oleander Memorial Gardens, Wilmington, NC.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ocean View United Methodist Church
building fund, 8400 East Oak Island Dr., Oak Island, NC 28465.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service,Southport, North Carolina
Online condolences at peacocknewnamwhite.com
Published in the Star-News on 4/25/2008  

Dorothy Elizabeth Moore Shepard of 409 Wesley Drive died Saturday, April 12th 2008 at her residence.
Funeral services will be Thursday, April 17th, 2008 at 2:00 PM from First Baptist Church. The burial will
be in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Left to celebrate her life are a devoted son, Lionel Shepard; grandchildren, Tavis Thomason and Ashanti
Shepard Cheeks; two great grandchildren, Nyla Thomason and Tavis Thomason, II; sisters, Hazel Layne
of Durham, NC, Augusta MacRae (George) of Wilmington, NC, Estella Dixon (Claude) of Durham, NC
and Louise Miller (Charles) of Durham, NC; brothers, James Moore (Juanita) of Wilmington, NC, Lawrence
Moore of Wilmington, NC and Samuel Moore (Christine) of Wilmington, NC, countless nieces, nephews,
cousins and other relatives and friends.
Visitation hours will be Wednesday, April 16th, 2008 from 6 until 8 PM at French I. Davis Funeral Home.
The family will also receive friends at the home.
A service of French I. Davis Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 4/16/2008

Sherman, Muriel "Dolly" O'Quinn Lee, 85, of Tidewater Court, Ocean Isle Beach, died Monday, March 31,
2008, at Brunswick Community Hospital. A memorial service will be at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at Camp United
Methodist Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008
 
Bessie Irene Costner Shingleton, 90, of Hampstead, NC, went to her final rest at her home on Wednesday, April 23, 2008.
Mrs. Shingleton was born in Gaston County, NC, on May 23, 1917. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ammon, and a daughter, Linda.
She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who always used her time to care and provide for those around her. She was a friend to all who knew her. She will be missed everyday and loved every minute.
Surviving is one daughter, Nadine and husband Ronald Millis; two sons, Craig and wife Laura Shingleton, Grayling and wife Terry Shingleton, all of Hampstead, NC; one brother, John Ed Costner of Monroe, NC; a special nephew, Sammy Costner of Snow Hill, NC; four grandchildren, four stepgrandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 pm Thursday, April 24, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel.
A funeral service will be held 3:00 pm Friday at Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel. Interment will follow in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Cemetery in Hampstead.
Pallbearers will be Howard Simmons, Stanley Sholar, Charles Costner, Johnny Costner, Phillip Shingleton, and Billy Sanders. Honorary pallbearers will be John Sanders, Tony Fallon, Mark Justice, and Donnie Rouse.
Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008

Shipplett, Graydon 80, of Mulberry Street died Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Autumn Care Nursing Center. Arrangements will be announced by Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008  

Siler, Jacqueline 'Jackie,' 41, of 379 McMilly Road, Shallotte, died Friday, April 11, 2008, at UNC
Hospital, Chapel Hill. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. today at Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church.
Burial will be in the Zion Hill Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008

Sims, Daisy Mae, of Darlington, S.C., died Monday, April 14, 2008, at McLeod Hospital, Darlington, S.C.
The funeral will be at 4 p.m. Friday at Mt. Roney Baptist Church, Society Hill, S.C. Burial will be in the
church cemetery. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008 
 
Rita M. Skinner, 79 of Wilmington passed away March 30, 2008 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and
LifeCareCenter.
Rita was preceded in death by her husband James Hubert Skinner. She is survived by her daughter Linda Whittington, Wilmington, NC, her grandson James Whittington, Carolina Beach, NC, great grandchildren Bryon Whittington, Leland, NC and James Kay, St. Petersburg, FL, brothers Bill Jerkins, Ft. Meade, FL and Alto Jerkins, Jr , San Diego, CA, sisters Sybil Davis and Nancy Brown both of Ft. Meade, Fl.
Remembered granddaughter Tonya Lynn Whittington who preceded her in death.
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099. Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Smith, Bonnie Mae Blackburn 91, formerly of Garland, died Monday, March 31, 2008 at Mary Gran Nursing Center, Clinton. The funeral will be st 3 p.m. Thursday at Friendship Baptist Church, Garland. Burial will follow in
Cypress Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Carter Funeral Home. Published in the Star-News on 4/2/2008

  Carl Steven (Stevie) Smith Jr. a 49 year old native of Wilmington, NC, died on the 15 of April 2008,
in New Hanover Regional Medical Center as the result of an extended illness. Stevie was the son
of the late Carl Steven and Thelma Bolton Smith of Wilmington, NC.
He is survived by three children, sons, Daniel S. Witherspoon, Carl B. Witherspoon, and daughter,
Christie E. Hale, all of Rocky Point, NC; one brother, Dennis J. Smith; sisters Sheila A. Mc Carthy,
and Traci L. Smith; aunts Vernell G. Neville, Shirley L. Ganey; and uncle Maxie L. Bolton.
The family sincerely thanks all of the friends, local agencies, and The Lower Cape Fear Hospice for
their generous and heartfelt assistance and donations, a special thanks to Ms. Jill Apple of NHRMC
ICCU for her genuine care of Carl and his family during this very difficult time.
A graveside service will be held at Belleview Cemetery on Saturday, 26 April, 2008, at 11AM.
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Services at 1535 41st. Street Wilmington are assisting the family.
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008 
 
Elena Settle Snead, 54, of Charlottesville died peacefully on Tuesday April 8, 2008, at her home surrounded by her family, after a three year battle with cancer.
Born on June 18, 1953, in Charleston, WV, she was the daughter of the late Joseph E. Settle and the late Helen Williamson Settle Israel. She was also preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Doris E. Snead.
Elena loved the ocean and beach; vacationing in Pittsburgh, PA (she was a die-hard Steelers fan).
She and Steve had many beloved friends in Wilmington, NC, where they resided for 4 years and was a member of the Living Waters Ministries Church there.
She is survived by the love of her life, Steve N. Snead; three daughters, Merea Yancy and her husband Brian of Charlottesville, Rachel Snead of Charlottesville, and Amanda Snead of Charlottesville; three sons, Troy Haught of Charlottesville, Shawn Snead of Charlottesville, and Joseph Haught who has just finished a tour of duty in Iraq with the Virginia National Guard and she was very proud of his service; two step-children, Travis Snead and his wife Kelly of Columbus, OH, and Amy Snead of Charlottesville; six grandchildren, Gabriel, Kane, Anya, Samantha, Ian, and Jacob all of Charlottesville; a step-grandchild, Ryan of Columbus, OH; two brothers, Joseph E. Settle and his wife Keeta of Lookout Mountain, GA and Kevin Settle and his wife Terry of Pinson, AL; two half-sisters, Carolyn Franks of Townsend, TN and Dudley Price of Phoenix, AZ; a very special cousin for whom she loved dearly, Kay Hood of Hood, VA; and a special cousin-in-law, Peggy Nash of Palmyra, VA.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday April 12, 2008, at 2 p.m. in the Rose Park United Methodist Church, 318 Shelby Rd. Madison, VA, with the Rev. Marable Southall-Vess officiating. Interment will be private.
The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home in Charlottesville.
The family would like to thank Dr. Leslie Blackhall, Jane Griffith, R.N., Dr. David Mack and his staff of the University of Virginia Medical Center for their care and concern for Elena during her illness. The family also thanks the Hospice of the Piedmont for their care and support of Elena and her family the last few weeks, especially to nurses Jo and Amy, and caretakers Tina, Sarah and Marion.
In lieu of flowers, Elena requested contributions be made to the Elena Snead Fund, 536 Pantops
Center #167, Charlottesville, VA 22911, to further the education of Shawn, Rachel and Amanda.
Published in the Star-News from 4/10/2008 - 4/11/2008 

Mrs. Shirley Snead, 72, passed away March 31, 2008, at her home in Charlotte, NC. A fifth generation
Floridian, she was born June 14, 1935, in Tampa, FL, the daughter of Sarah McElmurray and
W. Tommy Morgan, Jr.
She graduated from Plant High School in Tampa and received a B.S. degree in Elementary
Education from Florida State University. She was President of Kappa Delta Sorority and Vice
President of Student Government her Junior Year. Shirley was elected Queen of Gasparilla in
Tampa in 1958 and taught school in Tampa and Schenectady, NY. She was a member of the
Junior League of Charlotte and a volunteer docent at the Mint Museum of Charlotte.
Shirley was a member of Saint Patrick's Cathedral and was active in the Altar Guild, having
been in charge of decorating the Cathedral at Christmas for many years as well as landscaping
the church grounds in the late 1970's and 1980's. She was a member of the Charlotte Assembly,
the German Club, the Flower Trail Garden Club, the Myers Park Garden Club, the Ruth Scott
Antique Study Group, the Ladies of the Club Book Club and the Boca Grande Women's Club in
Boca Grande, FL.
Among her many hobbies, gardening and flower arranging were her favorites. She particularly
enjoyed her home in Boca Grande, where she was known for her angling skills, always outfishing
Henry.
Shirley was devoted to her family and friends, always there to counsel and help. She showed us all
how to live life to the fullest and her bright smile will be missed by the many people she touched.
Her courage as she battled for her health and the appreciation she had for her many caregivers was
an inspiration for all.
She is survived by her husband of forty-nine years, Henry Tillman Snead, a daughter, Sarah Beth
Lankford, a son, Benjamin Tillman Snead, a daughter, Susannah Dance, and a son, Thomas Morgan
 Snead and their spouses, Todd Lankford, Catherine Snead, Tom Dance and Evans Snead.
Grandchildren are Thomas and Drew Lankford of Charlotte, NC, Tillman, Lizzie and Charlotte Snead
of New Bern, NC, William and Sarah Morgan Dance of Winter Park, FL, and Anna and Liza Snead
of Charlotte, NC. She is also survived by her brother W. Tommy Morgan III and his wife Berdina,
sister-in-law, Mary Anne Snead Kearney, and her uncle W.C. McElmurray, all of Tampa, FL.
A Memorial Service to honor the life of Shirley Morgan Snead will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April
4, 2008, at St. Patrick's Cathedral, 1621 Dilworth Rd. East, Charlotte, with Reverend Paul Q. Gary
officiating. Burial at Evergreen Cemetery will be private. Pallbearers will be her grandsons.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday evening, April 3, 2008, at the Snead
residence.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Shirley's memory to the American
Cancer Society, 600 Fairview Rd., Charlotte, NC 28210, or to a charity of the donor's choice.
Harry & Bryant Company is serving the family of Shirley Morgan Snead.
Published in the Star-News on 4/3/2008 
 
Soles, Pauline 90, of Dunn, and formerly of Whiteville, died Friday, April 12, 2008, in Dunn. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Shiloh United Methodist Church. Peacock Funeral Home, Whiteville. Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008
 
Alston Warren Stafford Jr., age 84, of Wilmington, died after a long illness Saturday, April 5, at his home. Born February 17, 1924 at Pawtucket, R.I., he was the son of the late Alston W. and Frances M. Kinder Stafford.
He is survived by his wife Katherine Sasfalvi Stafford of Alterra Clare Bridge of Wilmington, his sister-in-law Gizella S. Small and her husband George of Port St. Joe, Fl., and their sons George and wife Cindy, and Ken Small; his brother-in-law Dr. G. Robert Vines of Hendersonville, N.C., and nephews Robert S. Vines of Hendersonville and Mark V. Vines of Garden Grove, California, and three grandnieces.
Also surviving are special friends Brigitte Ziegler Krestel and Robert Ziegler of Erlangen, Germany, and Tom and Mimi Cunningham of Wilmington. He was preceded in death by a sister Barbara May Vines of New Bern.
Mr. Stafford grew up in Asheville, North Carolina, graduated from Lee H. Edwards High School in the class of 1941, attended North Carolina State University in Raleigh, then joined the United States Army Air Corps, entering the service as a cadet. He served as a fighter pilot in the Eighth Air Force in England during World War II flying P-51s. He also served as a company commander at the Ordinance Depot in supply while stationed in Germany and was discharged with the rank of first lieutenant.
After the war, he returned to NC State, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering in 1949. He married Katie, a native of Vamospercs, Hungary, in October 1948 in Asheville.
He came to Riegel Paper Corporation (later Federal Paper Board and now International Paper) in Riegelwood, North Carolina, from Champion Paper and Fiber Company in Canton, North Carolina, on May 1, 1953, as an area chemical engineer. At Riegelwood, he served in a number of capacities: assistant pulp mill superintendent, pulp mill superintendent, assistant production manager, production manager, resident manager, and vice president – manufacturing – Riegelwood Operations.
Mr. Stafford retired from Federal Paper Board Company, Inc., December 31, 1986. At his retirement ceremony, he was recognized as having dedicated the best years of his life to Federal Paper, making Federal one of the leaders in the industry.
An avid sailor, he was a founding member of the Wrightsville Beach Ocean Racing Association in 1967 and later served as vice commodore. He and Katie won the prestigious Wachovia Cup from Southport to Wrightsville Beach aboard 30-foot sloop Katalie in 1970. They were also world travelers and visited every continent, including Antarctica.
He was a life member of the North Carolina State University Pulp and Paper Foundation and a member of Little Chapel on the Boardwalk Presbyterian Church at Wrightsville Beach.
Special thanks to his devoted caregivers from Home Instead, Wellcare, and Lower Cape Fear Hospice.
Visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m., Thursday, April 10, at Andrews Mortuary, Market Street Chapel, 1617
 Market Street, Wilmington. At his request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be sent to the charity of one's choice, with acknowledgement notification to T. Cunningham,
1184 Arboretum Dr., Wilmington, NC 28405.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News from 4/8/2008 - 4/9/2008
 
Stallings, Carolyn Thompson, 84, of Wallace, died Saturday, April 12, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m.
Saturday at Peter's Tabernacle Baptist Church, Wallace. Burial will be in the family cemetery.
Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace. Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008
 
Stanley, Hezekiah, 89, of 329 Charlie Stanley Road, Nakina, died Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at
home. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Sunday at Zion Plain Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be
in the George Washington Stanley Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008
 
Lorraine Kaatz Starnes, 83, of Wilmington, died April 16, 2008.
Lorraine was born April 22, 1924, in Marshall County, IL, the daughter of the late Ernest Walter and
Lillian Johnson Kaatz. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William E. Starnes, Jr.
Lorraine was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by three sons; David (Sue), Richard (Pam), and Bill. She is also survived by two
grandchildren; Kelly and Jason and two great -grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 1PM Saturday at Greenlawn Memorial Park with Rev. David
McDonald officiating.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel
Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008
 
Bernice Kress Steenhuis of Wilmington, NC and formerly of Kure Beach, NC died Friday, April 11,
2008, at her residence.
She was born on January 2, 1920, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of the late Henry and Dorothea Hilmer Kress. She was preceded in death by her husband, Remke Steenhuis.
Mrs. Steenhuis served as a 2nd Lieutenant nurse in the United States Army during World War II.
She and her husband lived in Thailand for 16 years before relocating to Kure Beach, NC. Mrs. Steenhuis was a member of Windemere Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are two daughters, Janette Steenhuis Gatesy and husband Jack of Winnetka, IL, and Joanne Steenhuis and husband Jay Hawthorne of Wilmington, NC; and one granddaughter, Jenna Gatesy.
A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, April 15, 2008, in Oleander Memorial Gardens by Rev. Walt Griffith.
The family will receive friends from 6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Memorials may be made to the Women's Memorial Foundation, Dept 560 Washington, DC 20042-0560,
or to The New Hanover County Humane Society, Inc., 2405 N. 23rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008
 
Mrs. Doris McGinnis Stegall of Supply, died March 31, 2008 at Brunswick Cove Nursing Center, Winnabow. Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m. Wednesday at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home Chapel, and the family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. tonight at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home in Supply. Private interment will take place in Charlotte, N.C.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Supply. Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 

Stewart, Charles Michael 49, died Saturday, April 5, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The service will be private. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008

Born on November 22, 1913, in Delco, NC, the daughter of Andrew and Julia Hoover Kranick, Bertha
Kranick Stiles passed away on April 5, 2008, at the age of 94.
Her life was spent lovingly raising her four children, working in her beautiful flowers, assisting others
at Belk-Beery and living her life as a devout Catholic.
Mrs. Stiles was married to Hubert R. Stiles who died in 1965. She was also preceded by a sister,
Mary and three brothers, George, Andrew and baby Frankie.
She is survived by her four children, Lola Rivenbark (Aubrey), Frances Rivenbark (Herbert), Patricia
Coutts (Welford) and Hubert Stiles (Sandra). She is also survived by grandchildren Kent Rivenbark
(Lisa), Angela Roethlinger (Patrick), Kevin Rivenbark, David Coutts (Melinda), Laura Coutts (Ray),
Brian Coutts, Jamey Stiles (Kaye), John Stiles and Jeremy Stiles (Blake) and 15 great- grandchildren.
The family is grateful for the love and care provided by the staff at Britthaven of North Chase; with our
deepest thanks and appreciation to Dr. Kavita Persaud, Jackie, Stella and Patrina for their unwavering
devotion to our mother.
Visitation will be at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home, 3915 Oleander Drive, on Monday, April 7, 2008
from 6-8 pm. At other times the family will be at the home of Hubert Stiles, 3416 N Kerr Avenue.
A graveside service will be conducted at Delco Cemetery by Monsignor Matt Hendrick of St. Mark
Church on Tuesday, April 8. The service time will be announced at a later date.
Donations may be made to Saint Mark Catholic Church, 1011 Eastwood Road, Wilmington, NC 28403
or a charity of your choice.
To view Mrs. Stiles video tribute and forward condolences to the family please visit www.mem.com.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444.
Published in the Star-News on 4/6/2008
 
Sydes, Gladys James 83, of Wallace, and formerly of Kinston, died Thursday, April 10, 2008, at Lenoir Memorial Hospital. The funeral will be at 7 p.m. today at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Wallace. Burial will be at 2
p.m. Monday at James family cemetery. Published in the Star-News on 4/13/2008

Thomas II, Phillip Doddridge 64, of Carolina Shores Parkway, Carolina Shores, died Saturday, March 29, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008
 
Audra Kay Rood Thompson, 29, formerly of Wilmington, NC, died Friday, April 18, 2008.
Audra was born in Cordele, GA on November 4, 1978, and had an Associate Degree in Early Childhood
Education. She was a childcare provider at a preschool and enjoyed art, horses and caring for all animals.
She had lived in Wilmington, N.C., for twelve years.
Surviving is one son, Dillan Thompson of New Richmond, WI; mother, Deborah Davis Rood of Wilmington,
NC; father, Bruce Rood of Plymouth, NC; sisters, Myranda Barnett of Garner, NC and Marilyn Tom of
Raleigh, NC; brother, Joshua Rood of Wilmington, NC; maternal grandmother and grandfather, Beatrice
and Harry Field of Leland, NC.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, April 26, 2008, at Pinelawn Memorial Cemetery,
Kinston, NC, by her brother, Joshua A. Rood.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008 
 
Reba Myers Lyell Todd died in her 87th year on March 30, at Greenspring Village, Springfield, Virginia.
Reba was born in Wilmington, the daughter of the late James S. Lyell and Kate C. Myers Lyell, and was a direct descendant of many of the earliest founders and settlers of old Brunswick Town,
Wilmington, and Charleston. She was an active member of the DAR.
Reba grew up in Wilmington surrounded by her extensive family and many friends and graduated from New Hanover High School in 1938. She was married in Wilmington on January 25, 1940, at St. Johns Episcopal Church to William ("Bill") Edward Todd, then a recent V. M. I. graduate and 2nd Lieut. in the U. S. Army Reserve. In August of that year Bill was called to active duty, and Reba began her long career as an Army and then Air Force wife living in many different places in the U. S. and two years in Morocco on an overseas assignment. After retirement from the Air Force, Ormond Beach, Florida, was Reba's and Bill's home until moving to Springfield, Virginia, to be near their son.
Reba always enjoyed the challenge of moving to a new place and meeting new friends, but always considered Wilmington her home returning every summer with her husband and children to visit her family and spend time at the family cottage on Wrightsville Beach. That cottage, built by her family in 1908, was in the family until 1954 and is now the Wrightsville Beach Museum. A love for Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach along with many happy memories of her life there remained strong throughout Reba's life.
Reba's compassion and loving concern for others was evident to all who knew her. She completed the prescribed course for the Volunteer Nurse's Aide Corps of the American National Red Cross during W. W. II. and volunteered many hours of service at Bluethenthal Field in Wilmington during that time. That was the beginning of her over twenty five years of Nurse's Aide and Gray Lady volunteer service at military hospitals receiving many letters of appreciation and commendation for her service.
Beloved wife of Bill Todd, and beloved mother of Katherine Lyell Todd Royal and Col. (Ret. U.S.A.F.) William
Bracken Todd, Reba is also survived by eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Her grandchildren
are Jennifer L. Royal, Jeffrey T. Royal, Kevin B. Royal, Emily R. Todd, Rachel E. Rieckhoff, William Bracken Todd, Jr., Brittane L. Todd and John M. Todd. Reba is also survived by her two nieces, Laura Lyell Farmer and Ginger Lyell, daughters of Reba's late brother, James S. Lyell, Jr., and many cousins, some still residing in the Wilmington area. Reba will also be remembered fondly by her daughter-in-law, Kathleen K. Todd and son-in-law, Jackson W. Royal.
An Episcopal Church service and Columbarium inurnment will be held at Arlington National cemetery in May.
Memorial contributions may be made in Reba's memory to the American Red Cross.
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008 

Tolley, Fred Eugene 46, of Whiteville, died Friday, April 11, 2008, at home. The service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Trinity Baptist Church. Burial will be in Columbus Memorial Park. McKen­zie Mortuary, Whiteville. Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008  
 
  
Townsend, Coy, 79, of 49 Townsend Road, Garland, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Bladen County
Hospital in Elizabethtown. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Carter Funeral Home, Garland.
Burial will be in the Community Memorial Park Cemetery, Harrells. Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008

Travis, Larry, 62, of Oak Island, died Thursday, April 3, 2008, at home. A memorial service will be held
in Catawba County. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. Published in the Star-News on 4/5/2008

 
Ronald Lee "Ronnie" Tripp, 64 of Holmes Street, Shallotte, died Thursday, April 17, 2008. Born in
Southport, NC, on January 10, 1944, he was a son of the late Daughtridge "Daught" Tripp, Sr. and
Lottie Frink Tripp. He was a veteran of the US Army and had retired from the NC National Guard.
He was owner and operator of Tripp's Fishing Center and Boat Yard, Shallotte Point, NC.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his only brother, Edgebert Tripp.
Surviving are his wife, Mildred "Millie" Milligan Tripp; a daughter, Barbara T. Hewett and her fiancée,
Robert D. Hewett of Supply; a stepdaughter, Pollyanna Milliken of Myrtle Beach; and two stepsons,
Timmy Milliken of Shallotte and Jeff Milliken of Ash.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, April 19, 2008, at 1:00 PM in United Vision Pentecostal
Church by The Rev. Maurice Milligan, The Rev. Ricky Danford and Al Milliken. Burial will follow in
Gurganus Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM prior to the service at the church.
Active casketbearers will be Lacy Bennett, Charles Griffin, B.J. Gaither, Allen Murray, Al Milliken
and Dale Milligan. Honorary casketbearers will be Mike Potts, Lindburgh Smith, Jimmy Pigott,
William McRainey and Bill Tripp.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte
Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008 
 
CAROLINA BEACH -- Mr. Mark C. Tucker age 48 of Carolina Beach died Wednesday April 9, 2008
at Dosher Memorial Hospital.
Mark was born in Guilford County on December 8, 1959, and was the son of the late John Lee and
Peggy Chase Tucker. He was also preceded in death by a brother, John Gregory Tucker.
He is survived by his two sons, Marshall Drew Tucker and Spencer Grant Tucker of Monroe, NC ; a
brother, David Lee Tucker of Southport.
A memorial service will be held today, April 12, 2008 at 6 pm at the Ocean Front on Oak Island at
the 72nd Street Public Beach Access with Pastor Mary Alice Hayne officiating. You may sign the
guest book at peacocknewnamwhite.com
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008
 
B.K. 'Moe' Turley, Liberty Township, OH, former resident of Wilmington and beloved husband of Barbara
Jean Turley, made his passage to Glory on April 27, 2008. B.K. was born May 26, 1929, in St. Albans,
WV, the son of Hobart and Eva Ball Turley. In addition to his parents, B.K. was preceded in death by
two half-brothers, Delmer and Charles, and four brothers: Ray, Hallie, Okey, and C.E. ('Tank'). B.K.
leaves behind two sons: Rob Turley of Mason, OH, The Rev. Briane K. Turley of Tulsa, OK, and a
daughter Carol Turley of Brighton, MA. B.K. was also deeply loved by two daughters-in-law, Nicki
Turley of Mason, OH, and Ann Turley of Tulsa, OK. He is also survived by four grandchildren,
Benjamin Turley – Richmond, VA, Zachary Turley – Mason, OH, Meredith Turley – Morgantown,
WV, and Christopher Turley – Tulsa, OK.
B.K. was one of the first people hired at the Mobay (now Bayer Corporation) chemical plant in New
Martinsville, WV, where he completed his career in 1984 as a Maintenance Planner & Scheduler for
the plant. He was a long-time member and Past Governor of the Moose Lodge #931 in New Martinsville
and a former City Councilman of the town. B.K. was a 32nd degree past member of the Wetzel Masonic
Lodge #39 of New Martinsville and a past member of Osiris Shrine, Wheeling, WV.
Raised as a Baptist, B.K. was confirmed into the Episcopal Church in 1957, and served multiple
leadership roles at St. Anne Episcopal Church in New Martinsville, as well as at St. John Episcopal
Church in Wilmington, NC, and St. James Episcopal Church in Roanoke, VA.
The family welcomes friends to a visitation at St. Anne Episcopal Church at 6461 Tylersville Road, West
Chester, OH, on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 6 pm, followed by a memorial service at 7 pm.
Entombment of remains is scheduled on Friday, May 2, 2008, at St. James Episcopal Church, 4515
Delray St., NW, Roanoke, VA, at 10 am.
In lieu of flowers, B.K's family welcomes memorial donations to Hospice Care of Middletown OH, at 1131
Manchester Ave., Middletown, OH, 45042.
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008  

Olivia Raftery Turner, 89, of Wilmington, died Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Silver Stream after a long battle with Alzheimer's.
She was born in Wilmington, November 27, 1918, the daughter of the late James M. and Irene Fredericks Raftery. She was preceded in death by her husband, Horace Murdock Turner and her
daughter, Irene Turner Powell.
Mrs. Turner was a member of Pearsall Memorial Presbyterian Church and had taught Sunday School for over 60 years. She had worked for GAB Insurance Co. for 40 years and was a past president of the NC Insurance Women's Association. She taught dancing at Cantwell Dance Studio for many years. She was a member of the Daughters of America for over 25 years. She is survived by her daughter, Louise Turner Berrane of Grafton, VA, six grandchildren; Laura Irene Powell, Anna Powell Speight, Bradley Eugene Berrane, Charles Sherwood Berrane, Marvin Edward Berrane and Theresa Anne Berrane; her great grandchildren, Olivia Irene Speight, Jakob
Douglas Speight, Ava Louise Speight, Jacueline Michelle Therrien, Danielle, Ben, David, and Andy Berrane, Joseph Sto Janov, and Elizabeth Chambers; two sisters, Eleanor Wolfe of Wilmington, NC and Emily Oliphant of Smithfield, VA.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, April 25, 2008 at Greenlawn Memorial Park by Dr. June Highfill.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008
 
Turner, Sarah Shepard of 65 Catherine's Alley (Woodside), Hampstead, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Regency Hospital, Florence, S.C. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Union Bethel AME Church,
Hampstead. Burial will be in Sealawn Memorial Park, Hampstead. Dunn Funeral Home, Burgaw. Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008 

Tyer, Sue Wallace  of Oak Island, died Thursday, April 17, 2008, at home. A memorial service will be 11 a.m. April
 26 at the Hillside Funeral Home, Washington, N.C. Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport. Published in the Star-News on 4/20/2008

Tyler, Mark  94, of Beulaville, died Saturday, April 19, 2008, at Brian Center Nursing Home, Wallace. The funeral
will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Rose Hill Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at the Rose Hill Funeral Home Cemetery, Magnolia. A Rose Hill Funeral Home Service. Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008

CERRO GORDO – Cynthia Williamson Tyree , 58 lost her battle with cancer early Sunday morning, March 30, 2008.
"Cindy' was preceded in death by her mother, Kate B. Williamson and a grandson, Joshua Damon Tyree.
The family will receive friends from 6 - 8 PM Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Meares Funeral Home in Fair Bluff.
Surviving are 2 daughters, Shelby Fuhr and Denise "DeeDee" Booth both of Cerro Gordo, and 6 grandchildren.
The family request that memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Care Center 121 West Main Street Whiteville NC 28472.
Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008 
 
Frances Hill Van Nes of Wilmington, NC died Sunday, March 30, 2008 at New Hanover Regional
Medical Center.
She was born in Wilmington on March 14, 1927, the daughter of the late John Franklin and Eva McGee Hill. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hugo Van Nes, a daughter, Shirley Van Nes Millis, and two brothers, James E. Hill and Samuel W. Hill.
Mrs. Van Nes was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.
Surviving are a daughter, Mary Frances King of Wilmington; a son Bobby Van Nes of Wilmington; five grandchildren, Virginia Lamb, Jeff Millis, Stephen King, Tracy King, and Jason King; four grandchildren; one sister, Hazel Hill Smith of Fayetteville, NC; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 12 noon, April 2, 2008 in Oleander Memorial Gardens by Rev. Sam Hill.
Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel . Published in the Star-News on 4/1/2008
 
Melodye Lynn Verricchia age 49 of 403 West Boney Street, Wallace, N.C., died Tuesday, April 15
at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington.
A Memorial service will be held Friday, April 18 at 2:00 p.m. at the Assembly of God in Wallace
conducted by Rev. Leo Bracken.
She is survived by one daughter, Brittany Verricchia of St. Petersburg, Fla.; and one son, Matthew
Cottle of Plant City, Fla.; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Cottle Wallace; one sister Mrs. Billie
Edwards and husband Bradley of Chinquapin; maternal grandmother, Mrs. Maxine Byrd of Wallace;
three nephews, Jamie Modlin of Wallace, Dwayne Modlin and wife Julie of Warsaw and Kevin
Edwards of Chinquapin.
Born in New Hanover County, Mrs. Verricchia was the daughter of Harold and Jean Byrd Cottle and
she attended Assembly of God. She was predeceased by her maternal grandfather Talmadge Byrd
and her paternal grandparents, Norman and Phyllis Cottle
The family will receive at the residence of Harold and Gene Cottle, 309 Raleigh Road, Wallace
Padgett Funeral Home is serving the Verricchia family.
Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008  

Visser, Rosalie Stephanie, 74, of Gate Two, SW, Ocean Isle Beach, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008
at Brunswick Community Hospital. No local service will be announced. Brunswick Funeral Service,
Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008
   
Barbara von Philp, died Saturday, April 19, 2008. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. today at
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel. Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008 

Diane Salter Voyda, 64, of Wilmington, NC, formerly of Homestead, FL, died Tuesday, April 3, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, on August 5, 1943, the daughter of the late Edward Russell Salter and Mary Ann Salter.
Diane was an eight-year lung cancer survivor. She was first and foremost a loving mother who made whatever sacrifices necessary for the well being of her family. She enjoyed life to the fullest and especially loved to dance. Diane was always a hard worker having been the first female to earn the rank of Lieutenant at the Security Co. where she worked and later earned the nickname, "The Tax Lady", while working as a tax preparer.
She especially loved the time spent with her two canine companions, Gabriel and Blue.
Surviving is one daughter, Helena Kearney; two sons, Robert Kearney and wife Tabitha, and Vincent Wadsworth; two sisters, Barbara Hicks and Valerie Suits; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; seven nieces and nephews; and several great nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 pm Saturday, April 5, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market
Street Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 3:00 pm Sunday at St. Mary Catholic Church by Rev.
Bob Kus. Interment will follow in Oleander Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or to the American Heart Association, Memorial Processing Center, PO Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008

Wade, Margaret Hines, 85, died Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Autumn Village, Beulaville. The funeral
will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Community Funeral Home, Beulaville. Burial will be in Hallsville Baptist
Church Cemetery, Beulaville. Published in the Star-News on 4/18/2008

Ward, Sally Ann, 73, died Thursday, April 10, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday
at Inman Funeral Home, Tabor City. Burial will be in Mrytle Green Cemetery, Tabor City. Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008

Wareheim, Robert Byers  81, of Shallotte, died Thursday, April 24, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home, Oleander Chapel. Published in the Star-News on 4/27/2008  
 
Daniel M. Wargo went home to be with the Lord April 20. Born Oct. 26, 1920, in Sheppton, PA, to Michael and Anna (Demko) Wargo. He was the youngest of eight children.
He received B.A. and M.A. degrees from Penn State and taught speech, English and drama in high schools and colleges in PA, NY and NC. He retired to Wilmington, NC, from Long Island, NY in 1986.
A husband, father, grandfather, teacher, actor, he was known as "Uncle Dan" to many relatives and friends. An avid gardener and traveler, he was all about living things and watching things grow, but his first love was the theater. He produced and acted in many secular and religious dramas.
Dan served with the SEABEES in the Pacific Theater during World War II.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy of 53 years, a daughter Dr. Diana Gailes, her husband Dr. Jared Gailes of RI; a son David, his wife Lisa of NY and grandchildren Penelope Novanti, Jackson Gailes and Daniel Wargo.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to: Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Care Center or Lutheran Church of Reconciliation, where there will be a memorial service on April 26 at 3:00 pm.
The family will receive friends after the service.
A service of Coble Ward - Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel 791 - 4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008

Warren, Walter F of Southport, died Friday, April 11, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Coble Ward-Smith
Funeral Service, Supply. Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008

Wasileski, Evelyn 91, of East Windsor, N.J., died Saturday, April 26, 2008, in Wilmington. A funeral Mass will be
at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Hightstown, N.J. Burial Princeton
Memorial Park. Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008 
 
Marianne Louise Watters passed away in her sleep on April 12, 2008. Born December 29, 1954,
to the Reverend and Mrs. M.E. Gibson, Marianne lived in several communities in the state,
notably Wilmington and Raleigh.
Marianne graduated from Hoggard High School in Wilmington, NC, Gardner-Webb University in
Boiling Springs, NC, and earned her MBA from Central Michigan University. She was employed
by American Towers in Cary.
Marianne touched the lives of many people. Her friends knew they could always rely on her caring
heart. Her charming smile made her new friends wherever she went! She loved dancing -- and she
loved the beach, saying sunshine always made her happy.
Music was among her passions. She was a gifted pianist, sharing her love and unique connection
with this instrument in concerts that thrilled and challenged her fortunate listeners. Marianne most
recently served as organist for the Millbrook Baptist Church in Raleigh, extending the message of
God's love through the music she shared.
Marianne was a fighter who inspired others by her staunch refusal to surrender to the challenges
of diabetes and her unflagging determination to embrace life fully. She lived life on her terms. In
adversity, she exhibited perseverance, bravery, and above all else, her belief in God. Her energy
and her ability to see the positive through that adversity is the gift she leaves her family and friends.
While we mourn Marianne's passing, we joyfully celebrate the life of this extraordinary daughter,
sister, aunt and friend. We honor Marianne.
Marianne is survived by her mother, Mary Gibson; her sisters, Ann Hines (E.J.) of Jacksonville and
Janice Noffsinger (Tom) of Raleigh; her nephew, Neil Shepard (Johannah) of Raleigh; Grady and
Evelyn Gibson, Jimmy and Susan, of Gastonia; Lela Jenkins, Vicki and David, of Gastonia. Marianne
was preceded in death her father, Rev. M.E. Gibson, and a nephew, Stephen Hines.
The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home,
1701 East Millbrook Road, Raleigh. The family will receive friends immediately following the service.
Donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association, PO Box 1877, Merrifield, VA
22116-8077.
Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008

Weathers, Amy Duncan 44, of Chadbourn, died Saturday April 5, 2008. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. today at Peacock's Chapel in the Pines. Interment will be in the Columbus Memorial Park Cemetery. Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008  

Elaine F. Weiss, 89, of Wilmington and formerly of Long Island, NY, passed away Saturday afternoon at Britthaven of Northchase following a period of declining health.
Born July 27, 1918,in Bronx, NY, Mrs. Weiss was the daughter of the late Bernard and Irene Harwood Fischer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Charles Weiss in 1976, and her brother, Bernard S. Fischer.
Surviving are her daughters, Patti Lienhop and husband Charles H. Lienhop, III of Wilmington and Susan Irene Weiss of Schenectady, NY; three grandchildren, Steven Loschnig, Christopher and Brian Lienhop.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m.. Services and burial will follow in Pompano Beach, FL under the direction of Forest Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, (954) 523-6700.
A service of Coble Ward - Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel 791 - 4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/14/2008
 
Wendler, John, of Southport, died Wednesday, April 23, 2008. A funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport. Published in the Star-News on 4/24/2008 

Wensel, Timothy Mark, 51, of Rocky Point died Tuesday April 8, 2008, at home. The service will be in Corning N.Y. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. Published in the Star-News from 4/11/2008 - 4/12/2008
 
West, Glendale, 55, formerly of Whiteville, died Sunday, March 30, 2008, at Temple Hospital, Philadelphia. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Christ Mission Church, Philadelphia.
Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. Published in the Star-News on 4/4/2008

West, Thomas Lee 55, of NE 58th Street, Oak Island, died Friday, April 18, 2008. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008 
 
Mrs. Margie Long Whatley, 87, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 6, 2008.
Mrs. Whatley was the daughter of the late Otha and Ethel Ray, and was also preceded in death by her husband, Murray Whatley. She is survived by three sons; Clifton Leo Long, and wife Sara, Jimmy R. Long, and wife Elaine, Larry Michael Long, and wife Carol, four grandchildren; Jodi, Jennifer, Chris, and Justin, and one great-granddaughter; Georgia.
Mrs. Whatley was a member of Eastern Star for over fifty years, and was a former Worthy Matron.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church with a wide circle of friends there, and most recently, enjoyed all her special friends at Brightmore Independent Living. She named her children, grandchildren, and new great-granddaughter as her greatest accomplishments of life. Margie will be greatly missed, and always warmly remembered by all who knew and loved her.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM, Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at Coble Ward-Smith Oleander Chapel, with interment to follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008
 
SUPPLY – Mr. Tom Perry Whitmire, age 90, of 2458 Stone Chimney Road, Supply, died Saturday April 26, 2008 at his residence.
Mr. Whitmire was born in Thornwood, West Virginia on March 10, 1918 and was the son of the late Clifton E. and Molly McCall Whitmire. He retired from RMI of Ashtabula, Ohio after 35 years of service. He was a US Army Veteran serving during World War II.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Evelyn Gore Whitmire; his children, Tommy Whitmire and wife Salena of Supply, Delorise Robinson and husband Phillip of Supply, Polly VanSteen and husband Don of Supply, Dan Whitmire of Ohio, Jamie Whitmire of Supply, Molly King and husband Carlton of Supply, Holly Murchie and husband Kevin of Charlotte, Patty Hardee of Gastonia; two foster children, Mary Ayala and Jeanette Harrell; 23 grandchildren and 17 great
grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday April 29, 2008 at 7:30 pm at Ocean View Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church, Stanbury Road, Supply with Reverend John Chase officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-7:30 at the church before the service.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008
 
SUPPLY -- Mr. Tom Roy Whitmire age 90 of 2458 Stone Chimney Road, Supply died Saturday April 26, 2008, at his residence.
Mr. Whitmire was born in Thornwood, West Virginia on March 10, 1918, and was the son of the late Clifton E. and Molly McCall Whitmire. He retired from RMI of Ashtabula, Ohio after 35 years of service. He was a US Army Veteran serving during World War II.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Evelyn Gore Whitmire; his children, Tommy Whitmire and wife Salena of Supply, Delorise Robinson and husband Phillip of Supply, Polly VanSteen and husband Don of Supply, Dan Whitmire of Ohio, Jamie Whitmire of Supply, Molly King and husband Carlton of Supply, Holly Murchie and husband Kevin of Charlotte, Pattty Hardee of Gastonia; two foster children, Mary Ayala and Jeanette Harrell; 23 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday April 29, 2008, at 7:30 pm at Ocean View Pentecostal Free Will Baptist Church, Stanbury Road, Supply with Reverend John Chase officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-7:30 at the church before the service.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008
 
Cheri Diane Williams died Saturday, April 19, 2008, after a brief illness. She was born in Nashville, Tenn. September 10, 1947, and moved to Wilmington in 1951 along with her parents. She was the daughter of Ellen Shannon Williams, now deceased, and R. Bertram Williams, Jr. MD. Cheri is survived by her father, R. Bertram Williams, Jr. MD, a brother R. Bertram Williams III and his wife Melanie Beall Williams of Wilmington, NC; a niece, Ramsay Williams Younger, her husband Thomas Arlton Younger, III and grand-nephew, Thomas Grayson Younger of Raleigh, NC; nephew R. Bertram Williams IV, his wife Caroline Seals Williams, of Wilmington, NC; an aunt, Norma Williams Stidham and husband Scott F. Stidham of Raleigh, NC; first cousin S. Filmore Stidham, Jr. and wife Anna Stidham of Raleigh, NC; first cousin Susan Stidham Lewis and husband Bill Lewis of Marietta, GA;
and five additional cousins. Cheri attended New Hanover High School where she was secretary of the student body, and graduated from Converse College in Spartanburg, SC, with a BA degree in mathematics and physics. In 1969, almost by accident, Cheri began a career as a professional geophysicist. Traveling through Texas, on a golf tour, she decided to pursue a more cerebrally challenging line of work, and settling in Houston, she found employment as a geophysical technician for the Chevron Corporation, engaged in oil and gas exploration. She gained experience in the fiercely complicated world of seismic data processing, becoming a respected computer systems analyst and software expert. Her abilities, innovations, and knowledge led her to Chevron’s LaHabra, CA,
facilities as a research geophysicist. Popular and proficient, Cheri was called to Denver, CO, to serve in Chevron’s Rocky Mountain exploration effort. There she later accepted a position with a small, but growing and dynamic, company, applying advanced research techniques to energy exploration. A transfer with the company led her once again to Houston.In 1986, she branched out on her own, initially using her geophysical knowledge and talent for gold exploration in Alaska. Her immediate success led to the formation of Texseis, Inc., of which she was president and partner. Bringing an unparalleled work ethic (90-hour work weeks were commonplace for her) and scrupulous honesty to the competitive field of contract seismic data processing, her company became a popular choice with large and small oil companies, both domestic and foreign. Sustaining the company through the lean
years, sometimes making the payroll with her own funds, Cheri managed Texseis through 22 successful years. While her professional achievements in a male-dominated field are legendary, she will be remembered best for her personal qualities. She became a tireless volunteer in the geophysical societies of Houston and Denver, as well as the international Society of Exploration Geophysicists, contributing to their technical and social programs. Caring and sensitive, Cheri could be found serving dinner to the homeless on Thanksgiving, calling and writing those in need of moral support, or quietly making anonymous contributions to needy friends and causes. Her recycling program was rigidly enforced at Texseis, where no piece of paper, plastic bottle, or aluminum can was allowed to escape its own special bin. While Cheri was immensely proud of her own nieces and nephews and their offspring, in Wilmington, she was unable to resist becoming the adoptive aunt to untold numbers of children of her friends, neighbors and employees. Pictures of “her kids” adorned the walls, desk tops, and computer
screens, in her office at Texseis. They, and her many God children, will forever remember her generosity and love. A staunch patriot, she revered the flag of the United States, and saw to it that the stars and stripes adorned the walls and windows of her company. Anyone who knew her would soon learn that her grandfather, father, brother, and nephew were all born on the 4th of July. She treasured, and never missed, the family and national birthday party on July 4th, at the beach, in North Carolina.A woman of indomitable spirit, Cheri faced the adversity of her last few years with unmatched strength, suffering not only her own illnesses, but the tragic deaths of two deeply loved members of her family, during the same period. She returned to work – at her usual ferocious pace – taking time off only to make a long coveted trip to the Antarctic, with her aunt, Norma. When she returned to Wilmington, for the last time, she left behind an irreplaceable void in the hearts and minds of her many friends and colleagues. Cheri was an out of town member of the First Baptist Church in Wilmington, NC. Graveside services will be held at
Oakdale Cemetery on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 2 o'clock in the afternoon. Services will be preformed by Dr. Michael Queen of First Baptist Church. The family will receive guests at the graveside following the service. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to First Baptist Church, 477 Market Street, Wilmington, NC, the Wilmington Domestic Violence Shelter, Holy Angels, 6600 Wilkinson Blvd, Belmont, NC 28012 or to a charity of choice.  Andrews Market Street Chapel Published in the Star-News from 4/20/2008 - 4/21/2008

Joseph Abner "Abb" Williams of Wilmington died Friday April 11, 2008.
He was born to Nell M. Williams and J.A. Williams in Elizabeth City, N.C. on February 28, 1928. His parents, his sister Madge W. Harris and his first wife Annie Morton Williams preceded him in death. Abb is survived by his wife Anita Wilson Williams, daughter Marsha W. Kelly and husband Billy of Raleigh, son Joe Williams Jr. of Chicago, grandchildren, Marshall Kelly, Morgan Kelly, Megan Pfanmiller and husband Adam, stepchildren, Tom Wilson, Susan W. Cutucache, Elizabeth W. DeWitt, Joel A. Wilson and their families.
A memorial service will be held 11am Monday April 14, 2008, at Pine Valley United Methodist Church.
The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall following the service.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the charity of ones choice.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/12/2008

Williams, Leander 79, of Rock Road, Wallace, died Thursday, April 3, 2008, at VA Medical Center, Fayetteville. The funeral will be at noon today at Coastal Carolina VA Cemetery, Jacksonville. Matthews Funeral
Service. Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008

Williams, Ronald 'Ronnie' Guy, 41, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at Duplin General Hospital, Kenansville. The funeral will be at 7 p.m. today at Community Funeral Home, Beulaville. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Quinn Cemetery, Kenansville. Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008
 
Williamson, Bobbie Carolyn Thompson 53, of 307 Williams St. and 794 U.S. 117 S., Burgaw, died Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at Pender Memorial Hospital. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Saturday in Burgaw Cemetery. Dunn
Funeral Home. Published in the Star-News on 4/9/2008
 
Williamson, Clyde Vinson 80, of the Macedonia community, Evergreen, died Saturday, April 26, 2008, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Whiteville. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Macedonia Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn. Published in the Star-News on 4/28/2008

Wilson, David Sanderson  71, of Carolina Beach, died Sunday, April 27, 2008, at Cypress Point Nursing Center. Services will be held at a later date in Pennsylvania. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008

Ira Cutchin Wilson, 86, of Wilmington, NC, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove. He was born in New Hanover County, NC, April 20, 1921, son of the late William Ira Wilson and Mary Melissa Williams, and was preceded in death by his wife, Lola Brown Wilson, his youngest son, Michael Allen Wilson, and twelve siblings.
Mr. Wilson was an electrician and retired from Federal Paper in Riegelwood, NC. He was a member of United Advent Christian Church and served his country during World War II and was honorably discharged from the Army Air Corp, September 19, 1945.
Surviving is two sons, David C. Wilson (Brenda), and William H. Wilson, daughter-in-law, Cindy Wilson; seven grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Friday, April 18, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel, 4108 South College Road, Wilmington.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 19, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel by the Rev. Sam Worley. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Pallbearers will be Dean Smith, Ted Brown, Eugene Wilson, Larry Dale Hardwick, Jr., Stevie Swinson, Coy Carter, and Robert Wilson.
The family would like to thank all the nurses and staff at New Hanover Regional Medical Center and Autumn Care, and Cape Fear Hospital for all their kindness and care shared with them and Mr. Wilson.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008

Wise, Thomas Lee, 55, of NE 58th Street, Oak Island, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 4/19/2008  
 
Wilbur Curtis Woodcock, age 87, of Atkinson died Sunday, April 6, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born October 20, 1920, in Pender County, the son of the late Neil Melvin and Ada Bramble Woodcock.
Mr. Woodcock was a member of Caswell Presbyterian Church. He was a retired Pender County farmer and a sawmill man.
Surviving are his wife, Raye Woodcock; children, Neil Woodcock (Brenda), Henry Woodcock (Julie) and Nancy DeGrant (Kenneth); eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, one hour prior to the funeral service.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at Caswell Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Roy Brewton officiating.
Burial will follow in Woodcock Cemetery.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 4/7/2008

Woodyard, Royce Dale of Fletcher Hewett Road, Shallotte, died Saturday, April 26, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport. Published in the Star-News on 4/30/2008
 
 
BOILING SPRING LAKES – Mr. Kenneth Wesley Worden , 86, of Boiling Spring Lakes died Sunday April 27, 2008 at the Lower Cape Fear and Hospice Life Care Center.
Mr. Worden was born in Greenwood, Wisconsin on February 5, 1922 and was the son of the late Wesley and Neva Sinclair Worden. He was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during World War II. He attended Cape Fear Alliance Church of Southport. He owned and operated the Cheese Haus Restaurant and Deli in Southport.
He is survived by two sons, David Worden of Shallotte, Kenneth James Worden of Boiling Spring Lakes ; three daughters, Phyllis Bush of Algoma, Wisconsin, Pamela Turner of Southport, Sue Adams of Rainsville, Alabama; two brothers, Robert Worden of Greenwood, Wisconsin, Warren Worden of Menominee, Michigan ; 20 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday April 30, 2008 at 10 am at Cape Fear Alliance Church with Pastor John Chaffin officiating. Burial will follow in the Northwood Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 this evening at the funeral home.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 4/29/2008

Workman, Norman L. Jr., of Winnabow, died Thursday, April 24, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCare Center. No services are planned at this time. Village Road Memorial Chapel, Leland. Published in the Star-News on 4/26/2008

LILLINGTON -- Mr. Ivo A. Wortman, Jr., age 70 of Lillington, died Saturday, April 19, 2008, at his home. He was born in Acme, NC, on February 20, 1938, the son of the late Ivo and Minnie Brintle Wortman.
Mr. Wortman was an educator, beginning his career as a teacher in Mt. Airy, NC, and retiring as Superintendent of Harnett County Schools. His career touched the lives of many who admired his intellect and his steadfast integrity. Ivo was a graduate of Presbyterian Junior College and Appalachian State University. He received graduate degrees from UNC-Chapel Hill. He was a Deacon and Elder Emeritus of the Lillington Presbyterian Church.
The funeral service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Lillington Presbyterian
Church, Lillington. Service Officials will be Rev. Dr. William Goodnight and Rev. Dr. Sheldon Koesey.
Burial will be in Summerville Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
Visitations will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at O'Quinn-Peebles Funeral Home and other times at his home.
Memorials may be made to the Lillington Presbyterian Church PO Box 245 Lillington, NC 27546 or to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life Team of your choice.
Survivors are his wife, Irene Baker Wortman; son, Ivo A. 'Buddy' Wortman, III and his wife Jennifer of Silver Spring, MD; daughter, Frances W. McDonald and her husband Lynwood of Lillington; four grandchildren, Jacob Mason Hicks of Lillington, Ivo Anthony 'Tony' Wortman of Silver Spring, MD, Leah McDonald Fussell of Wallace and Noah A. McDonald of Coats; two great-grandchildren, Ayden and Camryn Fussell of Wallace; sister, Rebecca Wortman Love of Delco, NC; nephew, M.J. Love, Jr. of Delco; niece, Julia Love Megson of Fuquay-Varina.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to O'Quinn-Peebles Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 4/21/2008
 
ASH, NC -- St. Elmo Wright, 74, of Whiteville Road NW, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at his home. Mr. Wright was born on July 20, 1933, in Dickenson, VA. He was a son of the late Estes and Delma Stallard Wright.
He served proudly and retired from the U.S. Army after 27 years of service. He served at many different locations during his service including the Pentagon and West Point. He also served in the Korean and Vietnam War.
Surviving are his wife, June Coleman Wright; son, Hugh Wright, and wife, Linda, of Feeding Hills, Mass.; three daughters, Cyndi Sander, of Las Vegas, NV, Leslie Wright, of Ft. Wayne, IN, and Suzanne Pearson, and husband, Carl, of Oak Island, NC; sister, Betty Estepp, Matwan, WV; three grandchildren, Megan, Brooke, and Sarah, and one great granddaughter, Mackenzie.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted at 11:00 am on Friday, April 18th in the Brunswick Funeral Service Chapel by the Rev. Charlie Smith.
Inurnment will follow at 1:00 pm on Friday in the N. Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 725-A Wellington Ave, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 4/17/2008
 
Wright, Gwendolyn  49, of 1139 Bennett Loop Road, Loris, S.C., formerly of Cerro Gordo, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Mt. Tabor Baptist Church, Cerro Gordo. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. S&L Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Fair Bluff. Published in the Star-News on 4/23/2008
 
Young, George Franklin  73, of Wilmington, died Monday April 7, 2008, at Britthaven of North Chase. Services will be private. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. Published in the Star-News on 4/8/2008