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Shirley (John) Abbott passed away May 5th, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years. Viriginia Ashwell Abbott, his children Pamela Joy Abbott, Sharon Kay Embry and grandaughter April Renee Embry. He was preceded in death by his son Keith Alan Abbott.
John was employed by the Virginia state police, after 32 years he retired as 1st Lieutenant. Two years later, he returned to the Dept. working as an applicant investigator for 14 years.
His funeral was held May 7th in Richmond, Virginia. Graveside servcie May 8th at Virginia Memorial Park, Forest Virginia.
John was a member of Wrightsville Beach Uninted Methodist Church where a Memorial service is schduled for Wedsday May 21 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Virginia Abbott for April Embry's education fund. Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Jimmie Ray "G.B.W." Baldwin, 62, of Wilmington, NC, (Masonboro Community) passed away Sunday, May 18, 2008, at his residence.
He was born August 6, 1945, in Wilmington, NC, son of Ruth Hinson Baldwin of Wilmington, and the late Junius Otto Baldwin.
In addition to his mother, Jimmy is survived by his wife, Carolyn Mintz Baldwin; daughters, Tammy Baldwin Rogers and Gina Rae Baldwin; a stepson, Gerald Mintz and wife Wanda; grandson, Julian Dalton Rogers;
stepgrandsons, Matthew and Jesse Mintz; and a sister, Dixie McGowan and husband Del. Jimmie served in the United States Army as a Korean Peace Keeper, the Vietnam War, and was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans.
He loved gardening for his family and friends. He spent lots of time as a shed sitter with a live cedar tree growing in the center and up into the clouds.
He enjoyed having this hideaway to be with his many buddies and cooking on his woodstove.
Jimmie's family would like to especially thank Lower Cape Fear Hospice and the Zimmer Cancer Center of all of their thoughtfulness.
A gathering of family and friends to celebrate the life of Jimmie will be held from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel, 4108 South College Road, Wilmington.
In lieu of flowers memorial gifts honoring Jimmie may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice or a charity of individual choice. 
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Beaulieu, Lavenia Bass 82, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The
funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.
 

Bell, Zandia of 1211 King St., died Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at MCV Hospital, Richmond, Va. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. Burial will be in Calvary Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

James Malcolm Hall Bryan, 86, of Wilmington, NC, formerly of Hampstead, NC, died Saturday, May 17, 2008, in Cape Fear Hospital.
He was born in New Hanover Co., on July 20, 1921, the son of the late Jesse Augustus and Mamie Walker Bryan. He was preceded in death by wife, Lottie Farrow Bryan, brothers, Jack and J.C. Bryan.
Mr. Bryan served in the U.S. Navy. He also served as an Adult Sunday School teacher at Scotts Hill Baptist Church and as a deacon at Blakes Chapel. He retired from the Wilmington Police Department as a Detective.
Surviving are two daughters, Linda Grassi of Syracuse, NY and Diane Hallman of Landrum, SC; grandsons, Edward G. Lee, Jr. of Raleigh, NC, Michael Scott Lee of Lake Park, FL, Daniel James Hallman of Tampa, FL; great-grandson, Mason Scott Lee of Lake Park, FL; sister, Helen Mae Mays of Augusta, GA; many brother and
sister-in-laws, and cousins, including, Chuckie Walker of Wilmington, NC, and also an aunt, Gwendolyn Todd.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Greenlawn Memorial Park by Rev. Edward Dowd.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Monday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Special thanks to his brother-in-law, Kenneth Farrow and wife, Pat for their tender loving care.
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 from 5/18/2008 - 5/19/2008.

Lemuel (Lem) Alexander Smith, Jr. passed away on Saturday afternoon, May 17, 2008. He died peacefully at his home in Clarkton with his beloved family by his side.
Mr. Smith was a World War II veteran, and graduate of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill where he was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Lem had a long and active career in business as a car dealer, oil distributor, and textile executive in Bladen County. He retired in 1995 as budget officer and assistant director of the Division of Services for the Blind in Raleigh.
Lem's great passions were his community, his church, and his family.
Active in civic affairs, Mr. Smith served as a member of the selection committee of the John Motley Morehead Foundation, Bladen County Board of Education, Bladen County Hospital Board, advisory board of People's Savings and Loan Association, Clarkton Town Council, and the Clarkton Lions Club. He was twice elected Mayor of Clarkton (1953-57 and 1968-71), chairman of the Farmer's Day Committee (1954), and recently served as chairman of the Clarkton Zoning and Planning Board.
A lifelong member of Clarkton Presbyterian Church, Mr. Smith was a devoted Sunday School teacher and superintendent, deacon, and elder. He also served as a member and chairman of the Wilmington Presbytery Council, moderator of the Wilmington Presbytery, and in recent years was a delegate to the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic. Family was always a central part of his life and he drew great joy from teaching his children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and numerous of their friends to water ski at White Lake and the Intra-Coastal Waterway. Saturday night steaks on the grill with family and friends was a decades long ritual now traditionalized by much of his extended family. Relaxing and visiting ("porchin") on the long front porch of his home was another family staple. In the past five years, he never missed a chance to lead the cheering section for his granddaughter Annalie's figure skating competitions.
Lem is survived by his wife, Opal Gray Meggs Smith; daughter Kelly Gray Smith Ricketts and husband Curtis D. Ricketts of Clayton, NC; son Lemuel Alexander Smith, III and wife Donis Noe Smith of Wilmington, NC; granddaughter Annalie Kelly Gray Ricketts of Clayton; and stepgrandson Nicholas John Noe of Charlotte, NC.
He is also survived by a brother, Charles David Smith and wife Betty Jo Smith of Plant City, Florida, sister-in-law Annabelle Smith, of Charlotte, NC; sister-in-law Marilyn Meggs Lewis and husband Sonny Lewis of Jamestown, NC; brother-in-law Dale Preetorius of Martinez, Ga.; brother-in-law Norwood Lesane Meggs of Clarkton; 18 nieces and nephews, and 42 grandnephews and grandnieces. The family will receive family and friends at Bladen Gaskins Funeral Home in Elizabethtown on Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00pm.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at Clarkton Presbyterian Church. A private family burial will precede the memorial service at 10:00 a.m. at Clarkton Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Clarkton Presbyterian Church, PO Box 663, Clarkton, NC 28433; and Community Home Care and Hospice, 411 S. Poplar Street,
Elizabethtown, NC 28337.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

BELMONT -- Mary Thrift, 84, formerly of Belmont, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday May 17, 2008. She was born in Rutherfordton Co., daughter of the late Lewis and Reatha McSwain; was preceded in death by her husband William C. Thrift. She was a member of Lighthouse Full Gospel Church in Mt Holly.
Survivors include four children Billy F. Thrift of Stanley, Reatha Poovey and husband Phil of Dallas, Frances Oliver of Belmont, David Thrift and wife Derinda of Wilmington, NC, 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Thrift will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday May 20, 2008, at the Lighthouse Full Gospel Church with Reverend Herman Winkler officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 12 noon ? 2:00 p.m. Tuesday and other times at the home of Reatha and Phil Poovey, 1307 Dallas-Stanley Highway, Dallas.
Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mt Holly is in charge of arrangements.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Wilson Sr., Fred Richard of 7001 Carolina Beach Road, died Friday, May 16, 2008, in Goldsboro.
Arrangements will be announced by Jordan Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.
 
Carter, Edward Mills 84, of Chadbourn, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at Liberty Commons, Whiteville. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Chadbourn Baptist Church. Burial will be in Columbus Memorial Park, Whiteville. Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Dwaileebe, Raymond Norman 88, of Leland, and formerly of New York, died Saturday May 17, 2008.
Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Graham, John 'Billy' William 65, died Thursday, May 15, 2008. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m.
Wednesday at Oleander Memorial Park. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.
 

Hinson Jr., James D. 43, of Southport, died Friday, May 16, 2008. A graveside service will be at
3 p.m. Tuesday at Antioch Baptist Church. Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Jones, Debra Ann of 811 S. 12th St., died Monday, May 12, 2008, at Onslow Memorial Hospital, Jacksonville. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Kiverchuk, Patricia M. 72, died Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A Mass will be at 3 p.m. Monday at St. Therese Catholic Church, Wrightsville Beach. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Lewis, Lucille Helen 78, of Royal Oak Road, NW, Shallotte, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Lewis, Vance 89, of 3353 Peanut Plan Road, Elizabethtown, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Livengood, Betty Jo Brinson 77, of Castle Hayne, died Friday, May 16, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday graveside at Sea Lawn Memorial Park, Hampstead. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Lynn, Wiley Thurman 84, of Whiteville, died Sunday, May 18, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn. Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

McKoy, Pennie Green of 605 S. 14th St., died Monday, May 12, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Baptist Church. Burial will be in Northeast Ayden Cemetery, Ayden. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Nixon, Larry Wayne F Croom
49, of Burgaw, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at home. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Provost, Sarah 'Aunt Sarah' Matthews 71, of Hubert, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be
announced by Jones Funeral Home, Swansboro.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Shaw, Major Paul 59, of 416 Brandy Mill Blvd., Myrtle Beach, S.C., died Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at Grand Strand General Hospital. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday at Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. Burial will be in the Columbus County Singing Union Cemetery, Tabor City.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.
 
Brewer, LeRoy Earl, 71, of Southport, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008. A memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at St. James Chapel. Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Butler, William Lee, 54, died Friday, May 16, 2008. A memorial service will be at 5 p.m. Thursday at St. Peter the Fisherman Episcopal Church. Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Joe Canady, 63, of Ogden died Tuesday May 20, 2008 at his home.
Born in Cumberland County, November 20, 1944 the son of the late William Levitte Canady and Mildred Watson Canady. Joe attended the Church of God of Prophecy and was a pipe fitter by trade.
Surviving are his wife of 42 years Teresa; sons Joey Canady of Hampstead; Brian Canady and wife Lisa Canady of Wilmington; Gary Canady of Wilmington, brothers Earl Canady of Quinlan, TX; Fred Canady and Richard
Canady both of Wilmington and Terry Canady of Lumberbridge, NC., sisters Ann Davis; Carolyn White; Kathryn Wilson; Linda Davis all of Gray's Creek, NC., grandchildren Lilly; Daisy; Summer; and Alex.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday May 22, 2008 at Church of God of Prophecy on South College Road. The Pastor Lawrence Brewer will officiate.
Memorials may be directed to the Church of God of Prophecy.
The family gives special thanks to Judy Canady for the help and love she has given during Joe's illness. 
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 1-9099
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Lemuel (Lem) Alexander Smith, Jr. passed away on Saturday afternoon, May 17, 2008. He died peacefully at his home in Clarkton with his beloved family by his side.
Mr. Smith was a World War II veteran, and graduate of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill where he was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Lem had a long and active career in business as a car dealer, oil distributor, and textile executive in Bladen County. He retired in 1995 as budget officer and assistant director of the Division of Services for the Blind in Raleigh. Lem's great passions were his community, his church, and his family.
Active in civic affairs, Mr. Smith served as a member of the selection committee of the John Motley Morehead Foundation, Bladen County Board of Education, Bladen County Hospital Board, advisory board of People's Savings and Loan Association, Clarkton Town Council, and the Clarkton Lions Club. He was twice elected Mayor of Clarkton (1953-57 and 1968-71), chairman of the Farmer's Day Committee (1954), and recently served as chairman of the Clarkton Zoning and Planning Board.
A lifelong member of Clarkton Presbyterian Church, Mr. Smith was a devoted Sunday School teacher and superintendent, deacon, and elder. He also served as a member and chairman of the Wilmington Presbytery Council, moderator of the Wilmington Presbytery, and in recent years was a delegate to the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic.
Family was always a central part of his life and he drew great joy from teaching his children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and numerous of their friends to water ski at White Lake and the Intra-Coastal Waterway.
Saturday night steaks on the grill with family and friends was a decades long ritual now traditionalized by much of his extended family. Relaxing and visiting ("porchin") on the long front porch of his home was another family staple. In the past five years, he never missed a chance to lead the cheering section for his granddaughter Annalie's figure skating competitions.
Lem is survived by his wife, Opal Gray Meggs Smith; daughter Kelly Gray Smith Ricketts and husband Curtis D. Ricketts of Clayton, NC; son Lemuel Alexander Smith, III and wife Donis Noe Smith of Wilmington, NC; granddaughter Annalie Kelly Gray Ricketts of Clayton; and stepgrandson Nicholas John Noe of Charlotte, NC.
He is also survived by a brother, Charles David Smith and wife Betty Jo Smith of Plant City, Florida, sister-in-law Annabelle Smith, of Charlotte, NC; sister-in-law Marilyn Meggs Lewis and husband Sonny Lewis of Jamestown, NC; brother-in-law Dale Preetorius of Martinez, Ga.; brother-in-law Norwood Lesane Meggs of Clarkton; 18
nieces and nephews, and 42 grandnephews and grandnieces.
The family will receive family and friends at Bladen Gaskins Funeral Home in Elizabethtown on Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00pm.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at Clarkton Presbyterian\Church. A private family burial will precede the memorial service at 10:00 a.m. at Clarkton Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Clarkton Presbyterian Church, PO Box 663, Clarkton, NC 28433; and Community Home Care and Hospice, 411 S. Poplar Street, Elizabethtown, NC 28337.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

William Cooper Stewart was born to William and Rita Stewart on September 2, 1922, in Parker, Pennsylvania, a small town in the mountains of western Pennsylvania. He died on May 15, 2008, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his brother Richard, who was not only a brother but a dear and life-long friend. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 62 years, Ellie, who was his faithful companion and trusted soulmate. He also leaves four loving daughters and their husbands and companions, Susan (Gregg Bryant), Cindy (Jeff Klum),
Sarah (Jim Liddy) and Nancy (Dave Anderson), and six grandchildren, Matthew, Andy, Tim, Rob, Adrienne and Scott.
Bill left Parker for his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan, then entered medical school at the University of Pennsylvania. After receiving his medical degree in 1943, he served in the United States Army as a flight surgeon. He returned to Ann Arbor for his pediatric training and was Chief Resident at the University of Michigan Medical Center during the years 1950-52. After practicing general pediatrics in Kalamazoo, Michigan for 20 years, he and Ellie and their two youngest daughters moved to Madison, Wisconsin, where Bill completed a
fellowship in neonatology and was among the first group of physicians board certified in neonatology. He started the neonatal unit at Bronson Hospital, Kalamazoo, Michigan, which he named the Special Care Nursery, a title that reflected what he felt about his young patients and their families–that they were beloved and truly special.
In 1978, Bill and Ellie moved to Wilmington, North Carolina, where Bill started his second neonatal unit and continued to provide care for the smallest and most vulnerable infants. The last ten years of his professional career, Bill focused on another of his professional interests, developmental pediatrics. His Wilmington-based practice was dedicated to the care of children with attention deficit disorder and other neurobehavioral challenges. Ellie, a speech pathologist, joined him professionally during this phase of his career, providing speech, behavioral and school consultation services to complement the medical care provided by Bill.
Bill was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fall partridge hunting in the northern Michigan woods, fishing, sailing, camping and downhill skiing. However, his life-long passion was golf. He was a  member of the University of Michigan Golf Team during his undergraduate years, and followed that elusive white ball around many, many
courses. He shot an 87 last summer, respectable for an 85-year-old, and that is no fish story!
Bill lived a life of service. He gave nothing but the best medical care to his young patients. He served God in many ways, as a Stephen Ministry leader, Sunday School teacher and member of Kiwanis. He lived to make the world a better place, and his values and appreciations will live on in those who knew him. He will be deeply missed.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions made to Starr Commonwealth, 13725 Starr Commonwealth Road, Albion, Michigan, 49224. In keeping with Bill’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Bill’s life will be held at a later date this summer.
Published in the Star-News from 5/18/2008 – 5/19/2008.

BELMONT -- Mary Thrift, 84, formerly of Belmont, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday May 17, 2008. She was born in Rutherfordton Co., daughter of the late Lewis and Reatha McSwain; was preceded in death by her husband William C. Thrift. She was a member of Lighthouse Full Gospel Church in Mt Holly.
Survivors include four children Billy F. Thrift of Stanley, Reatha Poovey and husband Phil of Dallas, Frances Oliver of Belmont, David Thrift and wife Derinda of Wilmington, NC, 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Thrift will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday May 20, 2008, at the Lighthouse Full Gospel Church with Reverend Herman Winkler officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 12 noon ? 2:00 p.m. Tuesday and other times at the home of Reatha and Phil Poovey, 1307 Dallas-Stanley Highway, Dallas.
Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mt Holly is in charge of arrangements.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Wilson Sr., Fred Richard of 7001 Carolina Beach Road, died Friday, May 16, 2008, in Goldsboro.
Arrangements will be announced by Jordan Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

COLLINS, Annetta Rose (nee Burnett), 91, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2008, in Cincinnati, Ohio with family members by her side. A memorial service will be held at 12 Noon on Saturday, May 24 at the First Presbyterian Church in High Point, NC.
Annetta was the oldest child of John Henry Burnett, a native of Burgaw, NC and Ruth Deaton Burnett, a native of Troy, NC. She graduated from Burgaw High School in 1933. In 1937, Annetta graduated from Greensboro College with a B.A. degree, majoring in Speech and Dramatics. During the 1937-1938 school year she studied Dramatics in the graduate school at UNC-Chapel Hill.
Between 1941 and 1946, Annetta taught Math, English and Theater at North Carolina public high schools in Zebulon, Hallsboro and Clinton. In 1946 she and Captain Edward Batchelor "Batch" Collins, a World War II veteran of the U.S.
Army Air Corps and a native of Wilson, NC, were married at Carolina Beach, NC. The couple made their home in High Point. In 1959, Annetta returned to teaching full-time in the High Point City Schools, teaching at Ferndale Junior High School, where she continued to teach General Math and Algebra I until her retirement in 1982.
After her husband passed away in 1984, Annetta became reacquainted in 1994 with an old friend, U.S. Air Force Colonel Joseph Benjamin "Joe" Bonner (retired), who she had first met during the 1930s at Carolina Beach. In April 2000, Joe and Annetta were married, living in Stokesdale, NC near High Point. Col. Bonner, a World War II veteran and native of Aurora, NC, passed away in 2003.
Annetta is survived by her two children, Deborah Collins Loflin of Cincinnati, Ohio and William B. Collins of Cincinnati, Ohio; her children's spouses, Richard M. Loflin and Karen Fitzpatrick, both of Cincinnati; and her two grandchildren, Charlotte Loflin and Derek Loflin, both of Cincinnati. She is also survived by six siblings: Ruth Phillips of Edenton, NC; Gilbert H. Burnett of Wilmington, NC; Susie B. Jones of Raleigh, NC; Mary Elizabeth Quaintance of Knightdale, NC; Julian H. Burnett of Wilmington, NC and Sylvia Crippen of Wilmington, NC.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008

Hall, Mable Walker, of N.C. 11, Willard, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Pender Memorial Hospital, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Willard Chapel Baptist Church, Willard. Burial will be in the Community
Cemetery, Willard. Matthews Funeral Service, Willard. Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Alton Moore Hedgepeth died at home May 19, 2008, at the wonderful age of 86. He would have been 87 on May 21.
Originally from Oxford, NC, he moved to Williamsburg, VA in 1953. He retired from the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation with 35 years in Bus Operations.
He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Joyce S Hedgepeth. In addition, he is survived by his special "Sweetheart", stepdaughter Pam Wooddell (Walt) of Wilmington, NC. He was loved and known as Pa by 'Ace' Brad Wooddell (Sasha) and 'Deuce' Matthew Alton Wooddell (Patty), but adored as 'Pa-Monster' by his great-grandsons, Jesse and Wyatt Wooddell, all of Wilmington, NC. He joined all of us in wondrous anticipation of another great-grandson, Matthew and Patty's first, expected in September 2008.
Al was a member of Williamsburg United Methodist Church and the Fellowship Sunday School class, past member of the United Methodist Men and the Williamsburg Exchange Club. He was a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels up to 6 weeks before his passing.
Memorial services will be held at Williamsburg United Methodist Church with reception following in the church Fellowship Hall.
In lieu of flowers, his family asks that you remember him with a contribution to one or more of the following: WUMC Childrens' Music Programs, 500 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185, the James City Co Rescue Squad, 5077 John Tyler Highway, Williamsburg, VA 23185 or Hospice House, 4445 Powhatan Parkway Williamsburg, Virginia 23188.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Jinwright-York, Alice Marie, of 2010 Wilcox, and formerly of 1502 S. 13th St., died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Holy Covenant United Holiness Church, Snowfield community. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Marilyn (Geraldine) Williams Jordon, 66, of Wilmington passed away May 21, 2008 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
She was preceded in death by her parents James B. Williams and Emma Rebecca Mincey Williams, brother Eldridge Lloyd Williams, and nephews James Collins and Ralph Collins, Jr.
Geraldine is survived by her sister Pamela W. Collins and husband Ralph, brother Norman L. Williams and wife Barbara, aunts and uncles Mary Maines, Bertha Mincey and Hazel Williams, Edith W Prince, Lillian W. Prince, Dorothy W. Campbell, Elizabeth W. Simpson, Marvelann W. Norris, Hershel Williams, Seth Williams, Hubert Williams and PL Williams, niece Kimberly (Tonkey) Macias, nephew Williams Collins, great nieces Miranda Collins, Ashley Collins and Jessica Collins, great nephews Rodney Collins, Tyler Collins and Aaron Collins.
Geraldine was a fun loving person and was a good friend.
The family will receive friends tonight from 6:00 ? 8:00 PM at Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street. Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m., Friday, May 23, 2008 at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to 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 5/22/2008.

Dyles, Fred Thomas Sr., 74, of Boiling Spring Lakes, died Sunday May 18, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at High Point American Legion Post 87, High Point. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008

Monroe, Annie Bell, 75, of 112-B E. Calhoun St., Whiteville, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be at
Campground Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Murray, Andrew J., of Washington, D.C., and formerly of Willard, died in Washington. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Willard Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Murray Cemetery. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Joseph Gordon Nesbitt died Wednesday, May 14th after seven years of decline following a lung cancer operation in August of 2000.
Graveside services will take place this Friday, May 23rd, 3:00pm at Oakdale Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at the Nesbitt residence, 613 North Channel Drive following the service.
Donations in Joe's honor can be made to the New Hanover Humane Society, Inc., 2404 N. 23rd Street, P.O. Box 12293, Wilmington, NC, 28405
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Pickett, Benjamin Seth, 19, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, in Boone. A graveside service will be at 4 p.m. May 22 in the Pickett family cemetery, Beulaville. Community Funeral Home, Beulaville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Rahmlow, Lucinda 'Cindee' Lee, 65, of Wedge Court, Carolina Shores, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Calabash Presbyterian Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Rike, Carl M., 92, of Boiling Spring Lakes, died Monday, May 19, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport. Burial will follow at Cape Fear Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Frances Arlene Taylor, 72, of Wilmington, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at her residence.
Frances was born August 4, 1935, in Dillon County, SC, daughter of the late Jessie Oates and Aline Hyatt Oates. Her husband, Richard Allen Taylor, preceded her in death.
Mrs. Taylor was an avid bowler. She loved baking and cooking for her family and growing her own orchids. She also loved animals, especially birds, and her poodle, Jazz.
She is survived by her son, Donald Springfield, Jr. and wife, Teresa, of Wilmington; two grandchildren, Twyla Rosales and husband, Pedro, of Mebane, NC, and Donald Springfield III and wife, Alicia, of Pittsboro, NC; four great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Elizabeth, Anthony, and Emma; sister, Kathleen Abbott; and brother, Julian Oates,
both of Wilmington.
A memorial service will be 2 pm Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel with Rev. Jerry Sizemore officiating.
Memorials in her name may be made to Autism Society of America, 7910 Woodmont Ave, Suite 300, Bethesda, MD 20814-3067.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Taylor, Joshua Patrick, infant son of James Patrick and Laurie Ann Taylor, of Cypress Grove Drive, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the graveside in Myrtlehead Cemetery, Ash. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008

Thomas, Mary Louise, 67, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Gibson Avenue Baptist Church, 2037 Wrightsville Ave. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Mrs. Miriam Clark Trainum, age 80, of West Jefferson, passed away Sunday morning, May 18, 2008 at the Watagua Medical Center.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 11am at the Bethany United Methodist Church with Rev. Lewis Poag officiating. A gathering of friends will follow the memorial service in the church fellowship hall.
Mrs. Trainum was born in Buffalo, New York on September 10, 1927 to the late Vern and Florence Jessie Button Clark. Miriam was an active member at the Bethany United Methodist Church where she also served as President of the WMU. During her life she was an avid Bridge player. She also served as President of some Garden Clubs in the states of Virginia and Delaware. She was very supportive of Visual Arts and thoroughly enjoyed collecting antiques. Most of all, Mrs. Trainum was a loving wife and mother.
She was also preceded in death by her brother, Col. Walter Clark.
She is survived by her husband, Mr. Carlton Trainum; two daughters, Carla Trainum and husband Rick Mullins of Rutherfordton, Karon Paul of Wilmington; one brother, Vern W. Clark, Jr. of Williamsburg, Virginia; a sister-in-law, Dee Dee Clark of San Antonio, Texas; two grandchildren, Amanda Holliday and husband Cade of Wilmington, Aaron Paul of Wilmington and one first cousin, Gail Womble of Bear, Delaware.
Memorials may be made to the Bethany United Methodist Church WMU, 495 NC Hwy. 194 South, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or to the    American Heart Association, c/o Judy Leek, 206 Oak Grove Circle, Jefferson, NC 28640.
Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrangements.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Robin Waters, 68, passed away quietly in her sleep on May 19th, 2008, after a 4-year battle with ovarian cancer.
Robin had a long career with the medical division of the U.S. Department of State in Washington, DC. She was hired as a medical technician and retired as assistant laboratory chief. She became an expert in parasitic diseases, especially malaria.
She attended several week-long advanced courses at the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta, wherein many classmates were MDs. She loved her work.
Robin is survived by her husband of almost 43 years, James Waters; two sons, Michael and Christopher; grandson Colin Waters; and a brother, Andy White.
Robin's many friends are invited to a celebration of her life to be held on Wednesday, May 28th at the Country Club of Landfall at 7:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter or any cancer research organization.
Published in the Star-News from 5/21/2008 - 5/22/2008.

Willaford, Terry D., 53, died Monday, May 19, 2008. The service will be at Hardage-Gidden Funeral Home, Jacksonville, Fla. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Bozeman, C.D., 80, of Tabor City, died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Britthaven of Wrightsville Beach. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Carolina Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Tabor City. Inman Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

SOUTHPORT, NC -- Dr. LeRoy Earl Brewer Jr., 71, of the town of St. James of Southport, NC died Tuesday May 20, 2008, at his residence. Dr. Brewer was born in Hagerstown, Maryland on June 1, 1936, and was the son of the late LeRoy Earl Brewer Sr. and Odessa Marie Green Brewer. Dr. Brewer spent over 30 years as a research physicist. He received a BS in Physics from the University of Florida, a MS from the University of Tennessee
and a PhD in Applied Science from the University of Brussels. He is an Associate Fellow in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and a member of the American Physical Society. He is identified in the Marquis Who's Who in the East and the American Men and Women of Science. Dr. Brewer was also a member of Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Society, and Sigma Pi Sigma, the Math Honorary. He has over 100 publications around the world. He also was a member of Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity.
He worked from 1960-1966 as a research engineer at ARO, Inc in Tullahoma, TN. Then from 1966-1969, he worked as a physicist at the Space Science Labs of GE in PA. He returned to Tullahoma, TN to Calspan, Inc at Arnold Engineering Development Center from 1969-1980. He returned to GE as an Infrared Phenomenologist from 1985-1991. After a brief experience at Lockheed Skunkworks in CA., he retired in 1994. He was also an adjunct professor at Motlow Community College, University of Colorado, and Brunswick Community College.
Dr. Brewer was an avid sailor and also enjoyed motor boating along the Intercoastal Waterway. In addition, he loved to read and fish with his grandsons. He is survived by his wife, Sue Yancey Brewer; his daughter, Jennifer Brewer McCoy and husband Eric W. McCoy of Duluth, GA.; two grandsons, Ian and Kyle McCoy ; a sister, Janice B. Spigler and husband Fred H. Spigler of Lutherville, MD.
A memorial service will be held Saturday May 24, 2008, at 2:30 pm at the St. James Chapel with Reverend Skip Williams officiating.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to St. James Fire Department, 3628 St. James Drive, Southport, NC 28461 or Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 or a charity of one's choice.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, NC (910) 457-6944
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008. 

Bridgers, Alfred David, 85, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Ruth Dare Taylor Clifton, 92, of Leland, died peacefully Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at home with her family.
Ruth was born August 12, 1915, in Harnett County, NC, daughter of the late Floyd Herbert Taylor and Cornelia Stewart Taylor. Her husband, Benjamin F. Clifton, one granddaughter, five brothers, and three sisters, preceded her in death.
Mrs. Clifton was a lifelong supporter of the Democratic Party and loved politics. In 1989, she was named Senior Citizen of the Year for Carolina Beach Outstanding Public Service, and received the Dedicated Service Award, in 1992, from the Department of Aging.
She is survived by three children, Benjamin F. Clifton, Jr. and wife, Kitty, of Raleigh, NC, Dare Clifton Rhodes and husband, Michael, of Leland, NC, and Connie Sue Matthews of Kure Beach, NC; five grandchildren, Audrey Dare Ross, Kimberly Dare Bonnett, Benjamin F. Clifton III, Kate Taylor Cannon and husband, Joe, and Nathan L. Matthews; four great-grandchildren, Ashley, Cassie, Tyler, and Colin; and two sisters, Catherine Taylor McCrae of Lillington, NC, and Carro Taylor Orr of Charlotte, NC.
A celebration of Ruth's life will be held throughout the day, Saturday, May 24, 2008, at the home of her granddaughter, Audrey Ross, 812 The Cape Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28412. A graveside service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at Roselawn Cemetery,
Benson, NC, with Mr. Matthew Treppel officiating.
Memorials in her name may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008. 

Coston, Annie Larkin, of U.S. 117 S, Teachey, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at Huntington Health Care, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul AME Church, Teachey. Burial will be in Duplin Memorial Gardens, Teachey. Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Cross, James Edward, 83, of Hampstead, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens, Durham. Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Davis, Donald, of Sneads Ferry, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Hall, Mable Walker, of NC 11, Willard, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Pender Memorial Hospital, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Willard Chapel Baptist Church, Willard. Burial will be in Community Cemetery, Willard. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Jinwright-York, Alice Marie, of 2010 Wolcott Ave., and formerly of 1502 S. 13th St., died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Holy Covenant United Holiness Church, Snowfield community. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Jordon, Marilyn 'Geraldine' Williams, 66, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A graveside service will be at 3 p.m., Friday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Lawton, Jerry Ann Wright, 76, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Lewis, Lucille Helen, 78, of Royal Oak Road N.W., Shallotte, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at home. A Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Brendans Catholic Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Lewis, Vance, 90, of 3353 Peanut Plan Road, Elizabethtown, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Baldwin Branch Missionary Church. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Melvin, Eli Sr., 84, formerly of the Northwest community, Brunswick County, died Friday, May 16, 2008, at the VA Medical Center, Richmond, Va. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Crystal Springs Missionary Baptist Church, Leland. Burial will be in the Skipper Hill Cemetery, Leland. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
SUNSET BEACH, N.C. -- John Hilbert Mills, previously from Eden, passed away May 18th, 2008, at his home in Sunset Beach, N.C.
Mr. Mills was born in the Draper area of Eden on July 10th, 1929. He was the son of the late Annie Watkins Mills and Arthur E. Mills. He worked for Dupont in Martinsville, Va. for thirty-five years. In his earlier years, John was an avid softball player, enjoyed golf and fishing, and was known by the nickname "Monk". He was a member of Early Avenue Baptist Church while living in Eden.
Mr. Mills is survived by three children, Denise Tudor of Oak Island, Karon Tucker and husband, David of Eden, and Pamela Loye and husband, Ricky of Reidsville. He was married to their mother, Pauline Chaney for twenty-six years. He was later married to Betty Jo (Nikki) for twenty plus years. Mr. Mills has three grandchildren,
Laura Cole of Oak Island, Braxton Westmoreland and wife, Kelly of Ruffin, and Jessica Westmoreland of Reidsville, one great grandchild, Makayla Kellett of Oak Island; neices and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Mills was preceded in death by three brothers, Willie, Leo, and Herman and one sister, Marie Riddle.
Visitation will be held 2-4 p.m.. Sunday May 25th at Fair Funeral Home, Eden, NC.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Monroe, Annie Bell, 75, of 112-B E. Calhoun St., Whiteville, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be at Campground Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Murray, Andrew J., of Washington, D.C., and formerly of Willard, died in Washington. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Willard Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Murray Cemetery. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
David Sanderson Wilson, 71, of Carolina Beach died Sunday April 27, 2008 at Cypress Point Rehabilitation Centre, in Wilmington, NC.
"Capt". Willee will be remembered for his lovf people, (he never knew a stranger) sharing stories, cooking, playing his guitar, and living on the water. He graduated from Pennsylvania Military School,in Chester, PA. He was a licensed realtor in the family real estate business in PA., owned the Cripple Creek Inn, in Bryn Mar, PA.,
as well as other businesses, worked as a chef, wrote music, and played guitar with several musical groups.
He is survived by a brother Paul Wilson, sister-in-law Barbara Wilson and many loving friends who will miss him. He is also survived by his faithful redbone hound, Maggee.
Friends will be received at the home of Bob and Gloria Edwards to celebrate Capt.. Willee's life from 4-5 PM on Saturday, May 24, 2008, at 7309 Gray Gables Lane in Wilmington. For info call (910) 619-1797/(910) 458-0077.
In lieu of flowers family and friends have requested that you send a memorial donation to Pleasure Island Paws c/o Carolina Beach Animal Hospital.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Wilson, Fred 'Captain Rick' Richard Sr. of 7001 Carolina Beach Road, died Friday, May 16, 2008, in Goldsboro. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Born Holiness Church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Jordan
Funeral Home. Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.
 
Bozeman, C.D., 80, of Tabor City, died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Britthaven of Wrightsville Beach. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Carolina Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Tabor City. Inman Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
SOUTHPORT, NC -- Dr. LeRoy Earl Brewer Jr., 71, of the town of St. James of Southport, NC died Tuesday May 20, 2008, at his residence.
Dr. Brewer was born in Hagerstown, Maryland on June 1, 1936, and was the son of the late LeRoy Earl Brewer Sr. and Odessa Marie Green Brewer. Dr. Brewer spent over 30 years as a research physicist. He received a BS in
Physics from the University of Florida, a MS from the University of Tennessee and a PhD in Applied Science from the University of Brussels. He is an Associate Fellow in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and
a member of the American Physical Society. He is identified in the Marquis Who's Who in the East and the American Men and Women of Science. Dr. Brewer was also a member of Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Society, and Sigma Pi Sigma, the Math Honorary. He has over 100 publications around the world. He also was a member of Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity.
He worked from 1960-1966 as a research engineer at ARO, Inc in Tullahoma, TN. Then from 1966-1969, he worked as a physicist at the Space Science Labs of GE in PA. He returned to Tullahoma, TN to Calspan, Inc at Arnold Engineering Development Center from 1969-1980. He returned to GE as an Infrared Phenomenologist from 1985-1991. After a brief experience at Lockheed Skunkworks in CA., he retired in 1994. He was also an adjunct professor at Motlow Community College, University of Colorado, and Brunswick Community College.
Dr. Brewer was an avid sailor and also enjoyed motor boating along the Intercoastal Waterway. In addition, he loved to read and fish with his grandsons.
He is survived by his wife, Sue Yancey Brewer; his daughter, Jennifer Brewer McCoy and husband Eric W. McCoy of Duluth, GA.; two grandsons, Ian and Kyle McCoy ; a sister, Janice B. Spigler and husband Fred H. Spigler of Lutherville, MD.
A memorial service will be held Saturday May 24, 2008, at 2:30 pm at the St. James Chapel with Reverend Skip Williams officiating.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to St. James Fire Department, 3628 St. James Drive, Southport, NC 28461 or Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 or a charity of one's choice.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, NC (910)
457-6944
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008. 

Bridgers, Alfred David, 85, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Elizabeth N. Burns, 85, of Wilmington, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter in Wilmington.
Private graveside services will be held at Seaside Memorial Park in Swansboro. Mrs. Burns was preceded in death by her husband, William Edward Burns. She is survived by two sons, Ronald J. Murchie and his wife Alice of Tonawanda, NY, and Donald F. Murchie and wife Laurie of Jacksonville; two daughters, Carolyn Ann Martin and husband Charles of Wilmington and Sandra Jean Murchie of Sunrise, FL; three sisters, Doloris Clark of Kenmore, NY, Eileen Bognar of Kenmore, NY and Ruth Simmons of N. Tonawanda, NY; one brother, Frank Neff of Kenmore, NY; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Ruth Dare Taylor Clifton, 92, of Leland, died peacefully Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at home with her family.
Ruth was born August 12, 1915, in Harnett County, NC, daughter of the late Floyd Herbert Taylor and Cornelia Stewart Taylor. Her husband, Benjamin F. Clifton, one granddaughter, five brothers, and three sisters, preceded her in death.
Mrs. Clifton was a lifelong supporter of the Democratic Party and loved politics.
In 1989, she was named Senior Citizen of the Year for Carolina Beach Outstanding Public Service, and received the Dedicated Service Award, in 1992, from the Department of Aging.
She is survived by three children, Benjamin F. Clifton, Jr. and wife, Kitty, of Raleigh, NC, Dare Clifton Rhodes and husband, Michael, of Leland, NC, and Connie Sue Matthews of Kure Beach, NC; five grandchildren, Audrey Dare Ross, Kimberly Dare Bonnett, Benjamin F. Clifton III, Kate Taylor Cannon and husband, Joe, and Nathan L. Matthews; four great-grandchildren, Ashley, Cassie, Tyler, and Colin; and two sisters, Catherine Taylor McCrae of Lillington, NC, and Carro Taylor Orr of Charlotte, NC.
A celebration of Ruth's life will be held throughout the day, Saturday, May 24, 2008, at the home of her granddaughter, Audrey Ross, 812 The Cape Blvd, Wilmington, NC 28412.
A graveside service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at Roselawn Cemetery, Benson, NC, with Mr. Matthew Treppel officiating.
Memorials in her name may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008. 

Coston, Annie Larkin, of U.S. 117 S, Teachey, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at Huntington Health Care, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul AME Church, Teachey. Burial will be in Duplin Memorial Gardens, Teachey.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Cross, James Edward, 83, of Hampstead, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens, Durham. Andrews Mortuary
Hampstead Chapel. Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Davis, Donald, of Sneads Ferry, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Hall, Mable Walker, of NC 11, Willard, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Pender Memorial Hospital, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Willard Chapel Baptist Church, Willard. Burial will be in Community Cemetery, Willard. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Jinwright-York, Alice Marie, of 2010 Wolcott Ave., and formerly of 1502 S. 13th St., died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Holy Covenant United Holiness Church, Snowfield community. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Jordon, Marilyn 'Geraldine' Williams, 66, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A graveside service will be at 3 p.m., Friday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Lawton, Jerry Ann Wright, 76, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Lewis, Lucille Helen, 78, of Royal Oak Road N.W., Shallotte, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at home. A Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Brendans Catholic Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Lewis, Vance, 90, of 3353 Peanut Plan Road, Elizabethtown, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Baldwin Branch Missionary Church. Burial will be at the church
cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Melvin, Eli Sr., 84, formerly of the Northwest community, Brunswick County, died Friday, May 16, 2008, at the VA Medical Center, Richmond, Va. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Crystal Springs Missionary Baptist
Church, Leland. Burial will be in the Skipper Hill Cemetery, Leland. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
SUNSET BEACH, N.C. -- John Hilbert Mills, previously from Eden, passed away May 18th, 2008, at his home in Sunset Beach, N.C. Mr. Mills was born in the Draper area of Eden on July 10th, 1929. He was the son of the late Annie Watkins Mills and Arthur E. Mills. He worked for Dupont in Martinsville, Va. for thirty-five years. In his earlier years, John was an avid softball player, enjoyed golf and fishing, and was known by the nickname "Monk". He was a member of Early Avenue Baptist Church while living in Eden.
Mr. Mills is survived by three children, Denise Tudor of Oak Island, Karon Tucker and husband, David of Eden, and Pamela Loye and husband, Ricky of Reidsville.
He was married to their mother, Pauline Chaney for twenty-six years. He was later married to Betty Jo (Nikki) for twenty plus years. Mr. Mills has three grandchildren, Laura Cole of Oak Island, Braxton Westmoreland and wife, Kelly of Ruffin, and Jessica Westmoreland of Reidsville, one great grandchild, Makayla Kellett of Oak Island; neices and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Mills was preceded in death by three brothers, Willie, Leo, and Herman and one sister, Marie Riddle.
Visitation will be held 2-4 p.m.. Sunday May 25th at Fair Funeral Home, Eden, NC. Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Monroe, Annie Bell, 75, of 112-B E. Calhoun St., Whiteville, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be at
Campground Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Murray, Andrew J., of Washington, D.C., and formerly of Willard, died in Washington. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Willard Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Murray Cemetery. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
 
Benedetto, Constance of Brookshire Place, Ocean Isle Beach, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Duke University Medical Center. Arrangements will be announced by Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Bilal, Angela R., of 4480 William Lewis Drive, died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Duke University Hospital, Durham. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Jordan Funeral Home. Burial will be in Calvary Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Brewer, LeRoy Earl, 71, of Southport, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008. A memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at St. James Chapel. Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Bridgers, Alfred David, 85, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Clifton, Ruth Dare Taylor, 92, of Leland, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at home. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Roselawn Cemetery, Benson. Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Coston, Annie Larkin, of U.S. 117 S, Teachey, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at Huntington Health Care, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul AME Church, Teachey. Burial will be in Duplin
Memorial Gardens, Teachey.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Harry Randall Dosher of Wilmington died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Cape Fear Memorial Hospital.
Randall was born on October 21, 1936, in Wilmington, to the late Margaret Mauney Dosher and the late Harry Loverige Dosher. He was preceded in death by his brother James Aire Dosher and his uncle Eugene Mauney.
He is survived by his niece, Tamison Dosher, his nephew, James Martin Dosher, and his two first cousins, Haldan Dosher Higgins and Ernestine Dosher Edelmann,
Randall graduated from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Doctorate in History. He was a Professor at Oglethorpe University in Atlanta before returning to The University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill where he taught Ancient History until his retirement.
A Graveside Service will be held at Oakdale Cemetery on Sunday, May 25, 2008, at 3:00 p.m. The Reverend Clyde Denny officiating.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.  

Hall, Mable Walker, of NC 11, Willard, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Pender Memorial Hospital, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Willard Chapel Baptist Church, Willard. Burial will be in Community
Cemetery, Willard. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
SOUTHPORT, NC -- Jane Pfennig Henkel of Southport, NC, passed away May 22nd, 2008, at 7:30PM, at home. She lived with Metastatic Breast Cancer for 14 years.
She was born March 27, 1914, Kenosha, Wisconsin to Charles Henry and Ruth Shields Pfennig Jane recently celebrated her 94th birthday with many friends. She said that if she could live to be 100, her birthday wouldn't have been better!
People enjoyed her friendship because she was fun and never complained. Jane always dressed well and was a beautiful woman. She is a role model to all of us. She was an excellent bridge player and recently won first place in her Thursday group. Jane stayed mentally sharp and was well read. She never mentioned her age until she was 90. She said, " If you live long enough you get one of everything." In the past years she was an avid golfer, an active member in the Women's Club, the First Congregational Church, and Kenosha Hospital Auxiliary. Jane was a wonderful cook and entertained a great deal.
Many people enjoyed her breads and rolls. She painted and sewed but also showed artistic expression in most things that she did.
She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty years, Thomas J. Henkel of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and her grandson Michael George Schulte Jr. She also lost two sisters named Marion Locke and Margaret Steinmetz and one brother named Frederick Pfennig. There are many other dear family members and friends too numerous to mention.
Her daughters Elizabeth J. Heller and husband John of Egg Harbor, Wis., survive Jane, as well as Nancy Henkel Schulte and her husband Michael of Southport, NC There are five grandchildren named Matt Heller and wife Beth of Chicago, Ill., Adam Heller of Lafayette, Col., Amy Schulte Clayton and husband Kerwin of Hong Kong, China, Abigail Schulte McGlade and husband Jim of Wake Forest, NC, and Thomas Charles Schulte of Atlanta, Ga., Marti Warrington Schulte of Raleigh, NC. is Michael Schulte Jr's widow. Jane also had eight great-grandchildren named Clare, Gracie and Cate Clayton, Jackson and Calvin Heller, Kylie and James Michael McGlade as well as Holden Beckett Schulte. A funeral mass will be held Tuesday May 27th, 2008, at 11 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Reverend Doug Lawson officiating. Family will receive friends before the service. If you wish to remember Jane with a contribution, please donate to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Peacock Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, NC
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008

Jackson, George S., 58, of Magnolia, died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Wake Medical Center, Raleigh. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Rose Funeral Home Chapel, Rose Hill.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
James, Gene E., 79, of Hampstead, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Hampstead United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Sea Lawn Memorial Park. Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Jinwright-York, Alice Marie, of 2010 Wolcott Ave., and formerly of 1502 S. 13th St., died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Holy Covenant United
Holiness Church, Snowfield community. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Kennedy, Stephanie Gail Griffin, died Thursday, May 22, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel. Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Lewis, Lucille Helen, 78, of Royal Oak Road N.W., Shallotte, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at home. A Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Brendans Catholic Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Lewis, Vance, 90, of 3353 Peanut Plan Road, Elizabethtown, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Baldwin Branch Missionary Church. Burial will be at the church
cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
McCracken, Patricia A., of 803 N. Clarendon Ave., Southport, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Dosher Memorial Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by French I. Davis Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Melvin, Eli Sr., 84, formerly of the Northwest community, Brunswick County, died Friday, May 16, 2008, at the VA Medical Center, Richmond, Va. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Crystal Springs Missionary Baptist Church, Leland. Burial will be in the Skipper Hill Cemetery, Leland. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Harold G. Petty, Jr., 67, of Carolina Beach, formerly of Sanford, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at his residence.
Harold was born December 18, 1940, in Sanford, NC, son of the late Harold Petty, Sr. and Christine Gunter Petty.
The Petty family home was one of the first four homes built on Carolina Beach. Harold was a lifeguard and founded, with his friend, Lank Lancaster, one of the first surfboard shops on the east coast, building custom boards.
Harold graduated from Sanford High School in 1959, N.C. State University in 1967, and was an alumnus of Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was married to Winnie Petty of Sedona, AZ.
Harold was a founding officer of the Elks Lodge in Lexington, NC, and was active with the Elks statewide.
He was instrumental in the founding of the "Got-em-on Live Bait Fish Club" of Carolina Beach and the NC Textile Fishing Tournament for over thirty years.
As an active beach resident, Harold enjoyed many hobbies, including tournament fishing, volunteering and acting. He appeared in many episodes of Matlock, FBI Files, 28 Days, and other movies. He also appeared in a number
of TV commercials.
He is survived by three children, Michelle Leonard and Chip Petty, both of Greensboro, NC, and Jeffrey Petty of Sedona, AZ; twin grandchildren, Matthew and Elizabeth Leonard (18 months); and his uncle, L.P. Gunter of Sanford, NC.
A memorial service will be 3pm Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, Sanford, NC. The family will receive friends at the church, prior to the service, starting at 1:30pm.
A beach-wide Celebration of Life will be held July 12, 2008, at Carolina Beach. Memorials in his name may be made to American Diabetes Association, Salvation Army, or the Special Olympics.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Frank A. Reynolds, 55 of Hampstead passed away May 22, 2008.
He wa s preceded in death by his father Frank O. Reynolds. Frank is survived by his wife of 30 years Linda Reynolds, and daughters Tina, Rebekah, and Kylie.
Frank was born July 15, 1952, in Nova Scotia, Canada to Frank and Janice Reynolds.
He was a member of Lutheran Church of Reconciliation and employed by GE for 25 years. He loved his job and all his friends he worked with. Frank's first favorite hobby was riding his motorcycle and having the wind in his hair. Frank and his wife Linda rode all over North Carolina having many vacations between going to the mountains and heading east to the Outer Banks. Frank also loved his wood shop and made many things for friends and family. These possessions will be treasured. Frank was also an active member of Via de Cristo and Kairos prison ministry. He was so touched helping those who were in need such as the homeless downtown with his church group.
A service to celebrate Frank's life will be Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Lutheran Church of Reconciliation at 4:00pm. Family and friends dinner will be held at the church following the service. All are welcome to come.
Please no flowers, instead feel free to make memorial contributions to Kairos Prison Ministry, C/O Kairos of North Carolina, Inc., P. O. Box 61193, Raleigh, NC 27661
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 791-9099
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Rike, Carl M., 92, of Boiling Spring Lakes, died Monday, May 19, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport. Burial will follow at Cape Fear Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Spivey, Richard 'Bill' William,' 77, died Thursday, May 22, 2008. The funeral will be at 4 p.m. Sunday at Inman Funeral Home, Tabor City. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Stalvey, Macie Mae, 82, died Thursday, May 22, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Emmanuel Holiness Church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Tabor City. Inman Funeral Home, Tabor City.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Taylor, Frances Arlene, 72, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at home. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel. Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Willaford, Terry D., 53, died Monday, May 19, 2008. The service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenlawn Cemetery, Jacksonville, Fla. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
Wilson, Fred 'Captain Rick' Richard Sr., of 7001 Carolina Beach Road, died Friday, May 16, 2008, in Goldsboro. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Born Holiness Church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Jordan Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.
 
MECK, NC -- Mary Eudell Reid Wilson, 92, of Wilmington, formerly of Mecklenburg County died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. She was born on July 18, 1915 in Mecklenburg County to the late William and Minnie Reid. Eudell was known for making w onderful cakes, creating unique crafts, including beaded angels, and crocheting. She was a member of Davidson United Methodist Church, but after moving to Wilmington, she faithfully attended the United Advent Christian Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Grier Allison Wilson; brothers, Robert, Ralph and Harold and sister, Novem Darnell.
She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Brooks of Wilmington; brothers, Hollis Reid of Locust and Vernon Robinette and wife Frankie of Cornelius; 2 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 4 PM Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Davidson United Methodist Church with Rev. Mark Conforti officiating. Interment will follow at Mimosa Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to Davidson United Methodist Church, PO Box 718, Davidson, NC 28036.
Raymer Funeral Home is serving the family.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC -- Constance Jane 'Connie' Benedetto, 65, of Brookshire Place, died Friday, May 23, 2008, in the Duke University Medical Center after a courageous eight year battle with cancer.
Mrs. Bendetto was born on November 1, 1942, in Queens, NY. She was a daughter of the late James and Mildred Martineau Nelson.
Surviving are her husband, of 42 years, Joseph Benedetto; three daughters, Dorene Benedetto, of St. Augustine, FL, Tricia Benedetto, of Philadelphia, PA, and Annemarie Benedetto, of St. Augustine, FL; brother, James Nelson,
of Great Barrington, MA; and two grandchildren, Maxwell and Quinn Kell.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted at 10:00 am on Monday, May 26th at the 10th Street Public Access on Sunset Beach.
Family request in lieu of flowers memorials be directed to the Leukemia Society of America, NC Chapter, 5950 Fairview Road, Suite 250, Charlotte, NC 28210 or the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place,
Memphis, TN 38105.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.
 
Fleming, Ernestine 614 Marstellar St., died Thursday, March 22, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice
& LifeCareCenter. Arrangements will be announced by Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.
 

Fowler, Mary ‘Cathy' Catherine 53, of Leland, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A graveside service will be at 3:30 p.m. Monday at Haw Bluff Baptist Church Cemetery. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.
 

Henkel, Jane Elizabeth of Southport died Thursday, May 22, 2008. A Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday
at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.
 
Gene E. James of Hampstead and formerly of Fayetteville, died Friday May 23, 2008, at home.
He was born August 20, 1928, in Tishomingon County, Mississippi, the son of the late Walter Joe James and Oniece Mink James Harris.
Surviving is his wife Maxine Williams James; son, Jeffery Glen James and wife Jackie of Surf City, NC; daughter, Connie James of Surf City, NC; grandson, Jared Glen James; brother, Billy James; sisters, Nancy Mesrop and Edna Cornelius.
A funeral service will be held 3pm Sunday May 25, 2008, at Hampstead United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Sea Lawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 2pm to 3pm Sunday at Hampstead United Methodist Church.
Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th St. Wilmington NC 28401.  
A Hampstead Chapel Service

Mrs. Martha Hoyt Jefferies, age 73, a resident of 324 Isabella Avenue, Washington Park died Thursday May 22, 2008, at Beaufort County Hospital.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday May 27, 2008 at 2:00 PM at St. Peter's Episcopal Church with Reverend Kevin Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Oakdale Cemetery.
Mrs. Jefferies was born in Beaufort County on September 19, 1934 daughter of the late Charles Tayloe Hoyt and Ida Pearl Pearce Hoyt. She graduated from Washington High School, attended St. Mary's School in Raleigh and
received her degree in education from Women's College now known as UNC Greensboro. Mrs. Jefferies was an educator in the Wilmington area for 30 years. On June 28, 1957, she married Edward Shain Jefferies Jr. who
preceded her in death. Mrs. Jefferies was a member of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, the Washington Park Garden and Community Club, Colonial Dames and The Crescite Club of Washington.
Mrs. Jefferies is survived by a daughter; Martha Dwyer of the home, a son; Ned Jefferies and wife Melanie of Raleigh, NC, a brother; Charles Tayloe Hoyt Jr. and wife Cindy of Jacksonville, NC and three grandchildren; Kelly Elizabeth Dwyer of the home , Edward Shain Jefferies IV and Griffin Pearce Jefferies of Raleigh, NC.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday May 27, 2008, prior to the service, from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. in All Saint's Hall at St. Peter's Episcopal Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the All Soul's Fund of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 985 Washington, NC 27889.
Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Jefferies family.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Stephanie Gail Griffin Kennedy, 28, of Wilmington, NC, died unexpectedly on Thursday, May 22, 2008, at her residence.
Stephanie was born on July 18, 1979, in Carteret General Hospital in Morehead City, NC, the daughter of Steve and JoAnn Griffin of Wilmington.
Surviving in addition to her parents is her husband, Brandon Thomas Kennedy, US Army, stationed in Camp Speicher, Iraq; one brother, Michael Griffin of Wilmington; maternal grandfather, D.C. Metheny of Richmond, VA; paternal grandmother, Susie Griffin of Swansboro, NC; aunt Gail Griffin; uncle Pat and aunt Nancy Metheny; cousin, Brandon Metheny of Norfolk VA, cousin Kim Sanders and husband John, cousins Justin, Katlyn and Emily Sanders of Mechanicsville, MD. Her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Kim and Jeff Quarles; sister-in-law, Jessica; brothers-in-law, Brent and Jeremy; grandmothers-in-law, Nancy and Ruth of Lynchburg VA. Remembered is her maternal grandmother, Joan Marie Metheny who preceded her in death.
She also leaves behind her other love 'Gidget', her rescue dog, and her new family puppy, Taylor Kennedy.
Stephanie attended St. Mary Elementary School and was a 1997 graduate of New Hanover High School. She was a 2008 graduate of the R.N. Nursing Program at Cape Fear Community College. Next to her wedding day graduating from nursing school was the proudest day of her life. She was an employee at New Hanover Medical Center, Wilmington, NC.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at St. Mary Catholic Church , 412 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401, the service will be celebrated by Rev. Bob Kus. Interment will follow at Onslow Memorial Park in Jacksonville, NC, at 2:00 pm Tuesday. The family will receive friends and family from 10:00 to 10:45 am prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers we ask that donations be made to a scholarship fund established in Stephanie's name: CFCC Foundation, c/o The Stephanie Kennedy Memorial Scholarship Fund, 411 North Front St., Wilmington, NC 28401, memo: Stephanie Kennedy Memorial Scholarship.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Her children rise up, and call her beloved (Proverbs 31:28), Elizabeth Shepard Lane, 88, of Carolina Beach, NC, went to live with her heavenly Father Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
She was born on June 10, 1919, in Wilmington, NC, the daughter of the late Perry Hyden Shepard, Sr. and Nora Lee Justice Shepard. She was preceded in death by her husband, Shelby Leroy Lane, and two brothers, Perry Hyden Shepard, Jr. and Carl Justice Shepard.
Mrs. Lane was a member of Castle Hayne Advent Christian Church. Her life centered on her family. She enjoyed all crafts, especially sewing and crocheting.
Her family and friends will remember her for her love and devotion to them. Surviving are three daughters, Shelby Best, Cheryl Tate (Bill), and Nancy Lombardo (Tony); one son, Mark Lane (Lorenda); five grandchildren, William
Cory Tate (Judy), Tiffany Tate Porter (fianceé Terry), Megan Lombardo, Amanda Lane, and Chris Lane; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Francis Brossett and Dixie Pitt (Don); and her beloved Chiwawa, 'Buffy Lane', and Cockatoo, 'Tara'.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, May 26, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel by Rev. Mark Tippett and Rev. Randall Smith.
Entombment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 1406 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401 or the charity of one's choice.
A Valley Chapel Service  
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Lucille Helen Lewis, 78, of Royal Oak Road, NW, Shallotte, NC died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at her home.
Mrs. Lewis was born March 23, 1930, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late John and Marie Reich Fries.
Surviving are her three sons, Thomas J. Lewis, Jr., wife Denyse, of Jacksonville, NC, David Lewis, wife Lori, of Bowling Green, KY, and James Lewis, wife Lynnette, of Supply, NC; two daughters Susan Blandino, husband Michael, of Supply, NC, Joanne Frizzell, husband Mark, of Grove City, PA; sister Bernice Tracey of Pittsburgh, PA; eleven grandchildren; and six great -grandchildren.
A funeral mass will be conducted Monday, May 26, 2008, at 9:00 AM in the St. Brendans Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

McCracken, Patricia A. of 803 N. Clarendon Ave., Southport, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Dosher Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at St. James AME Zion Church, Southport. Burial in Northwood Cemetery. French I. Davis Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Mercer, Clyde M. 92, of Chadbourn, died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Village Green Rehab and Healthcare, Fayetteville. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn. Burial will be in the Ward's Station Church of God Cemetery, Chadbourn.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008. 

Reynolds, Frank A. of Hampstead died Thursday, May 22, 2008. The service will be at 4 p.m.
Sunday at utheran Church of Reconciliation. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.
 
Mrs. Lillian Davis Wade, age 93, of Wallace, NC died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Central Carolina Hospital, Sanford.
Funeral services will be held from the Hines Chapel Freewill Baptist Church, Warsaw, on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at 12:00 Noon. Visitation will be on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon at the church. Burial will follow at Devotional Gardens in Warsaw, NC. Elder Braxton Frederick will be officiating.
She leaves to cherish her memories; four sons: Glynwood (Joyce) Wade of Magnolia, NC; Joseph Wade, Jr. of Turkey, NC; Charles (Magalene) Wade of Chinquapin, NC; and Henry (Helen) Wade of Rose Hill, NC; three daughters: Helen Mallard of Sanford, NC; Hattie Williams of Morena, CA; and Wanda (Melvin) Allen of Spring Lake, NC; one daughter-in-law: Arnette Wade of Wallace, NC; one son-in-law: Richard McKinnie of Rose Hill, NC; one sister: Betty Sampson of Warsaw, NC; a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
A Rose Hill Funeral Home Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Williams, Bobby Ray 74, of 697 Old Fayetteville Road, Salemburg, died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center, Goldsboro. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Evergreen Holy Church, Salemburg. Burial will be in the Howard Cemetery, Salemburg.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.
 
Lee Roy Williams, Sr., 65, of Wilmington, NC died on May 23, 2008, at his residence.
Lee was born in Cornwall, NY on June 7, 1942.
Lee was raised in Highland Falls, NY by his loving sister, Marge and her husband, Tom. After graduating from the United States Military Academy and serving his country in Viet Nam, Lee spent 30 successful years in the banking industry at Central Carolina Bank. He was very active in the community, having served as President of the Friendly City Kiwanis Club and the Durham Sales and Marketing Executives organization. He continued his civic service as a member of the Beach Renourishment Committee of the town of North Topsail Beach and was recently elected to the Board of Directors of North Chase in Wilmington. Additionally he made young children smile each
year when he brought Santa Claus to their schools. He held dual memberships in Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church in Raleigh and Sneads Ferry Presbyterian Church, which he joined when he and his wife relocated to North Topsail Beach several years ago. Lee's passions ran from deep sea fishing to Duke basketball to spending time with friends and family. Lee never met a stranger.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Williams of Wilmington, NC; one son, Lee Roy Williams, Jr. of Creedmoor, NC; two stepsons, Fletcher Mangum of Wilmington, NC and Robb Mangum of Raleigh, NC; and one brother-in-law, Thomas Falk of New Windsor, NY.
A memorial service will be held at11 am, Thursday, May 29, 2008, at Sneads Ferry Presbyterian Church, Sneads Ferry, NC. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
The family would like to thank Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Matthew Williams, MD
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401-7515.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Charles John Kloetzer, 72, of Wilmington, NC died on May 24, 2008. He is survived by his loving wife Carol; one sister, Mildred Cottril and family.
Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 11: 30 am, Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at St. Mary's Catholic Church.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/26/2008.

Lane, Elizabeth Shepard 88, of Carolina Beach, died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel. Entombment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Published in the Star-News on 5/26/2008.

Lewis, Lucille Helen Fries 78, of Royal Oak Road, Shallotte, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at home.
A Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at the St. Brendans Catholic Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/26/2008.
 

McCracken, Patricia A. of 803 N. Clarendon Ave., Southport, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Dosher Memorial Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St. James AME Zion Church, Southport. Burial will be in Northwood Cemetery. French I. Davis Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/26/2008.
 
Clarence Louis 94, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Davis Health Care Center. Arrangements
will be announced by Andrews Market Street Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
Christian, Wanda Gail Kea 49, of Briston, Va., formerly of Warsaw, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Potomac Hospital, Woodbridge, Va. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at First Missionary Baptist Church, Kenansville. Burial will be at Dobson Family Cemetery, Magnolia. Rose Hill Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Clifton, Ruth Dare Taylor 92, of Leland, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at home. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Roselawn Cemetery, Benson. Andrews Mortuary Market Street.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
Fleming, Ernestine of 614 Marstellar St., died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at St. Luke AME Zion Church. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
Frink, Josephine died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Arrangements will be announced by Adkins Drain Funeral Service. Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
HENDERSON - Ella Gooch Glover Rowell, age 94, a resident of Graham Avenue, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, in a local nursing home. Born in Vance County on September 14, 1913, she was the daughter of the late Melville
Dorsey Glover and Jennie Greenway Glover, and was the widow of Jasper Woodrow 'Jack' Rowell. She was a retired Dietitian at Maria Parham Hospital.
Mrs. Rowell was an active member of First United Methodist Church and the Christine Jenkins Sunday School Class. She served on the Church Council and in various positions with United Methodist Women in local and district levels. She served as Worthy Matron of the James B. White Chapter 199 Order of Eastern Star for 1970-71. Mrs. Rowell was also a volunteer for the Maria Parham Medical Center, American Red Cross, Vance Co. Senior Center, and served on the Board of Directors of the Senior Health Insurance Information Program. She was the recipient of the NC Jaycees Outstanding Senior Citizens of NC Volunteer Award, AARP Outstanding Service to Community Award, Outstanding Volunteer for United Way of Vance County Award, and the Governor James B. Hunt Award for Volunteer Services.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2:00 PM in the J. M. White Funeral Home Chapel by the Rev. George D. Speake. Burial will follow in the Harris Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery.
She is survived by two daughters, Jeanette 'Jan' R. Hendricks and husband, Jack, of Aberdeen and Ruth R. Moore and husband, Rencher, of Henderson; one son, M. Tyrone Rowell and wife, Pearl, of Wilmington; four grandchildren, Michael Moore, Donna H. Harrelson, Phillip Hendricks, Jonathan Rowell; and four great grandchildren, Paige Harrelson, Clint Harrelson, Sydney Huff, and Alyssa Hendricks. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Jewel Faye Rowell; three sisters, Mae G. Bowlin, Cynthia G. Currin, and Beverly G. Jones; and two brothers, Edmond W. Glover and A. D. Glover.
The family will receive friends Monday night from 7:00 until 8:30 PM at J. M. White Funeral Home. At other times they will be at the home of Ruth and Rencher Moore at 1895 Ruin Creek Road.
Serving as active pall bearers will be Michael Moore, Phillip Hendricks, Jonathan Rowell, Nathan Harrelson, Clint Harrelson, Billy Currin, J. J. Johnson, Butch Edwards, and David Ayscue.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Harris Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Virginia Owens, P. O. Box 1473, Henderson, N.C. 27537, or to the First United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund, 114 Church Street, Henderson, N.C. 27536.
Arrangements are by J. M. White Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/26

CEDAR ISLAND - Leland Burgess Lupton, 75, of Cedar Island died May 25, 2008, at home.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at Cedar Island United Methodist Church with the Rev. Paul Harris and the Rev. Kevin Stott officiating. Burial will follow at Cedar Island Community Cemetery.
He served in the U.S. Coast Guard for 20 years, and worked 22 years with NCDOT Ferry Division, was a member of Cedar Island Volunteer Fire Department since 1979 and was president of the Board of Directors. He was also an active member of the Cedar Island United Methodist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Gay Lupton of Cedar Island; a son, Larry B. Lupton of Cedar Island; two daughters, Rosa L. Gaskill and Lisa L. Daniels, both of Cedar Island; a brother, Al Lupton of Morehead City; and five grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at the church.
Memorials may be made to Cedar Island United Methodist Church or Cedar Island Community Cemetery.
Arrangements are by Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City.
Published in the Jacksonville Daily News from 5/27/2008 - 5/30/2008.
 
ATLANTIC - Emma Lou Morris, 63, of Atlantic, died May 25, 2008, at home.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at Atlantic United Methodist Church with the Rev. Tony Calhoun and the Rev. David Thick officiating. Burial will follow at Atlantic Community Cemetery.
Survivors include her husband, Phillip Morris; two daughters, Paula Morris Wade of Williston and Claudia Dare Morris of Atlantic; a sister, JoAnn Lewis of Atlantic; one grandson; and a step-grandson.
The family received friends Monday at the church.
Memorials may be made to Atlantic United Methodist Church, 511 School Dr., Atlantic, N.C., 28511, or the  American Cancer Society, 930-B Wellness Dr., Greenville, NC 27834.
Arrangements are by Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City.
Published in the Jacksonville Daily News from 5/27/2008 - 5/30/2008.
 
Kloetzer, Charles John 72, died Saturday, May 24, 2008. A Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday
at St. Mary Catholic Church. Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
Lacy, George Edward 76, of 16546 Twisted Hickory Road, Bladenboro, died Monday, May 26, 2008, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville. Arrangements will be announced by Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
Lee, Rebecca James 92 of Maple Hill, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Huntington Healthcare, Burgaw.
The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Lee's Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Maple Hill. Burial will be at Lee Family Cemetery, Maple Hill. Rose Hill Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
Lynde, Skip 34, of Carolina Beach, died Friday, May 23, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
ASHEBORO - William Francis 'Bill' Powell, Jr., age 70, of 1530 Sylvan Woods Drive, Asheboro died Saturday, May 24, 2008.
Mr. Powell graduated from Harding High School, Charlotte, NC, Class of 1956 and then went on to play minor league baseball in the Washington Senators organization. He was president and owner of Carolina Lighting
Systems; guest lecturer at North Carolina State University on lighting design.
He was also the former Vice President of Elsco Lighting; former regional sales manager of Duel-Lite; former national sales manager of Charlotte Emergency Lighting. He was co-owner of Coastal Paramedics. He coached numerous Little League and Pony League baseball teams in Asheboro and was the current coach of the Asheboro Imaging Pony League baseball team. Mr. Powell attended Central United Methodist Church. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, coach and friend. He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife: Mary Lois Powell; son and his wife, W. Jeffrey and Sheree Powell of Wentzville, MO; son and his wife, Kenneth G. & Lynn Powell of Thomasville, NC; grandchildren: Dustin, Jordan and Sydney Powell; step daughter Melanie P. Murray and Joe Bolen of Greensboro, NC; step daughter and her husband, Kristy and Archie, Priest, Jr. of Asheboro; step grandchildren, Megan, Meredith, and Madison Priest; two sisters: Cathy Napier of Stanley, NC, and Christy Bumgarner of Charlotte, NC.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, May 27, 2008 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro. The funeral will be Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Central United Methodist Church, 300 South Main Street, Asheboro with Dr. Mark J. Key, Rev. Ron Overcash and Rev. Ed Thore officiating.
Memorials may be made to Asheboro Parks and Recreation 123-B Davis Street Asheboro, NC 27203 or to American Diabetes Association, 222 South Church St., Suite 336M, Charlotte, NC 28202 or to Central United Methodist Church, Building Fund, 300 South Main Street, Asheboro, NC 27203.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Rhodes, Tina Michele 33, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, in Duplin General Hospital, Kenansville. The funeral will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Community Funeral Home, Beulaville. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at East Duplin Memorial Gardens, Beulaville. Community Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
Walker, Willie D. 89, of Horse Branch Road, Watha, died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Pender Memorial Hospital. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Watha. Burial will be at Joel Walker Family Cemetery, Watha. Dunn Funeral Home, Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.
 
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. - Mrs. Elaine Wynne Weaver, 49, of Myrtle Beach, SC, died Thursday, May 22, 2008 in New Jersey.
Elaine was born in Ohio, May 24, 1958. She and her husband moved from Raleigh, NC to the Myrtle Beach area in 1994. She was a former part owner of Mr. Pitt BBQ of Myrtle Beach and was better known as Ms. Pitt BBQ. Prior to her move to Myrtle Beach, Elaine was a Realtor, part owner in a real estate company in Goldsboro, NC and served in the United States Air Force. She was a successful business woman  currently involved as part owner of a renovations company. Elaine loved life and lived life to it's fullest. She was a loving mother, grandmother and wife. Surviving are her step-mother, Dorothy Weaver of Mt. Olive, NC; her husband, Dexter A. Weaver of Myrtle Beach; a daughter, April Lawson and her husband, William of Ash, NC; two sons, Steven Carr and Matthew Carr both of Goldsboro, NC; two step-children, Dexter 'DJ' Weaver, Jr. of Raleigh, NC and Crystal Zimmers and her husband Eric of Raleigh, NC; six grandchildren, Blaine Lawson, Bailey Lawson, William Brady Lawson, Sammy Carr, Jade Carr and Emily Zimmers. Funeral services will be held 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at McMillan-Small Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Tim Reaves and the Rev. Jessie Weaver officiating.
Private Interment services will be held on Friday, May 30, 2008. The family will receive friends at McMillan-Small Funeral Home on Thursday, May 29, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. until the hour of the service.
Memorials may be made to Locks of Love, 2925 10th Ave. N., Suite 102, Lake Worth, FL 33461-3099. Published in the Star-News

Dr. Heywood L. Barden, Jr., better known as Hank, of Jefferson died Saturday, May 17, 2008 at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC.
Dr. Barden was born in Wilmington, NC on March 20, 1943 to the late Heywood Lamb Barden Sr. and Juanita Pierce Barden. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Wilmington, and Jefferson United Methodist Church. He attended UNC Chapel Hill where he was the Co-captain of the football team.
After completion of dental school at Carolina in 1974, he began his practice of family dentistry in Wilmington. Hank was an avid sailor, pilot, loved to sing, but most of all he loved his family and grandchildren. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by one son Heywood Lamb Barden III.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 4pm at Jefferson United Methodist Church by the Rev. Dr. Keith Franklin.
A memorial service will also be held Thursday, May 29, 2008 at First Presbyterian Church in Wilmington, NC by the Rev. Dr. Ernest T. Thompson III. The family will receive friends at the church in Gilmore Hall following the memorial service.
Dr. Barden is survived by, his wife Barbara 'Bobbie' Hayes Barden, two sons: Pierce Barden and wife Courtney and Chris Barden and wife Mande both of Wilmington, NC. His three grandchildren, Alec, Reid and Hunter also survive.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the    American Cancer Society Prostate Research, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123, www.cancer.org, or First Presbyterian Church of Wilmington, 125 S. Third St., Wilmington, NC 28401.
Badger Funeral Home of West Jefferson was entrusted with Dr. Barden's arrangements.  
Published in the Star-News from 5/27/2008 - 5/28/2008.

Mary Helen Pargeter Bell of Wilmington died Monday May 26, 2008 at home.
She was born April 16, 1938 in Ontario, Canada, daughter of the late William Pargeter and Nellie Bryant Pargeter and was preceded in death by her sister Rose Barnes.
Surviving is her husband of fifty years Walter 'Max' Bell Sr., sons, Walter 'Max' Bell Jr. of Morehead City, N.C., David Wayne Bell of Wilmington, Michael Pargeter and wife Charlene of Morehead City, N.C., daughter, Mary Alice Higley and husband Mark of Wilmington, grandchildren, Kaila Higley, Hannah Higley and Dylan Higley, brother William Pargeter and wife Dorothy of Ontario, Canada, sisters Betty King and Alice Nealey both of Wilmington. A graveside service will be held 11 am Friday May 30, 2008 in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 7pm to 8pm Thursday May 29, 2008 at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and a wonderful Grandma.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

JACKSONVILLE - Anthony Bryan 'Buddy' Blossom, 69, of Jacksonville, formerly of Ft. Worth, TX, died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday night, May 25, 2008 in Jacksonville, NC. He was born in Pender County, NC on April 1,
1939 to the late Frances Boney Blossom and William Kenneth Blossom. Buddy was a veteran of the United States Air Force, a marine biologist and a funeral director. He retired from Jones Funeral Home of Jacksonville several
years ago.
Buddy is survived by a son, Michael Anthony Blossom and wife, Wendy and two granddaughters, Kaylee and Emily of Ft. Worth, Texas.
He is also survived by a brother, William C. Blossom of Wilmington; sisters, Betty Sevison and husband, Jack of Brigham City, Utah, Frances Bowen and husband, Frank of Carolina Beach, Mary Anna Bessellieu also of Wilmington, Lynda Crowley and husband, Robert of Kill Devil Hills, NC and a cousin, Mary Bland Lanier of Wallace, NC. 'Uncle Buddy' had many devoted nieces and nephews, especially one, Anna B. McCauley of Newport, NC.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the nurses and staff at Britthaven of Jacksonville, the nurses and staff at Onslow County Memorial Hospital and Hospice of Jacksonville for their care of Buddy during his illness.
A very special thank you to Buddy's 'other family' at Jones Funeral Home in Jacksonville for always being there.
A private graveside memorial service at Rockfish Cemetery in Wallace will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to either Continuum Hospice, 3391 Henderson Drive Ext., Jacksonville, NC 28546 or to C.A.P.S., 213
Maplehurst Drive, Jacksonville, NC 28540.
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

Cade, Clarence Louis 94, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Davis Health Care Center. Arrangements will be announced by Andrews Mortuary Market Street.
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.
 
BURGAW - Joseph John Horvath Sr., age 78 of the Saint Helena Community Burgaw, died Sunday May 25, 2008 at Home.
Mr. Horvath was born October 24, 1929 in Saint Helena, son of the late Joseph and Annie Lesko Horvath. He was a veteran of WW II, and Korea having served honorably in the US Air Force. He retired in 1968 as a Staff Sergeant. He became owner and operator of the Burgaw Dry Cleaners. Mr. Horvath was a member of the VFW, the American Legion Post 165, and a lifelong member of the National Rifle Association.
He is survived by his wife Despina Arseni Horvath; a son Joe John Horvath Jr. of Burgaw; two daughters, Constance H. Rivenbark and husband Paul Rivenbark Jr. of Watha, Donna M. Horvath of the home; two grandchildren, Kristina A. Horvath, William A Ray Jr.; three sisters, Mary H. Kraynick of FL., Helen M. Meszes and
husband Bill and Anne H. Meszes all of Hampstead; five nephews, and three nieces.
Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be 3:00 pm Thursday May 29, 2008 at Saint Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. Reverend Father Raphael Valencia will officiate.
Burial will follow in the Saint Helena Cemetery with full military honors accorded by the United States Air Force.
The family will receive friends Wednesday 7-8:00 pm at Harrell's Funeral Home. A rosary will be recited at 6:15 pm prior to the visitation. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Josephs Catholic Church 1303 US Hwy. 117 S. Burgaw, NC 28425 or a charity of ones choice.
A service of Harrell's Funeral Home and Cremation Service Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.
 
Guy Anthony 'Mac' McMahan, age 58, of Canton, Ga., died Friday, May 23, 2008, at the V.A. Hospital in Durham, N.C. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2008, at the Holly Springs Depot, Holly Springs, Ga., from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Survivors are sons and daughters-in-law, Tony & Dolly McMahan, Canton, Ga.;
Brian & Julie McMahan, Wilmington, N.C.; and Clint McMahon, Nashville, TN. Three grandchildren also survive. Family request in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the veterans charity of your choice.
Huey Funeral Home, Canton, Ga.
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

HAMPSTEAD - Annie Laurie Sidbury, age 86, of Watts Landing fell asleep in the Lord on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.
She was born October 21, 1921 in Pender County to Wilbur Dowless and Gracie Batson Dowless. She was a graduate of Topsail High School. On May 19, 1940 she married the love of her life, Richard Atkinson Sidbury who preceded her in death on August 18, 2000 after sixty wonderful years of marriage.
Mrs. Sidbury along with her husband served the Lord by playing the piano with various gospel quartets, teaching Sunday school and being a constant witness to all. Her greatest love was that she had for her family; her children,
grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed taking care of them, spending time with them and loving them. She often told them to remember, 'There is nothing like a mother's love.'
Mrs. Sidbury was a faithful member of Blakes Chapel Advent Christian Church. A gracious soul with a heart of gold, Annie Laurie lived her life generously, compassionately and with concern for others. She was an inspiration to all and will be missed more than words can express.
Mrs. Sidbury is survived by a son, Rex Sidbury and wife, Andrea, daughter, Marsha Spiller and husband, Warren, and daughter, Virginia Swinson and husband, Robert; four grandchildren, Carson Sidbury, Zachary Spiller, Robbie Swinson and wife, Sonya, and Lynn Gideon and husband, Todd; and three great grandchildren, Greyson and Chesnee Swinson and Mason Gideon.
Graveside funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Blakes Chapel Advent Christian Church Cemetery with Pastor Edward Dowd officiating.
Casketbearers will be Layton Coleman, Tom Sessions, Wayne Padgett, Gerald Padgett, David Justice, and Gene Grafius.
Honorary bearers will be Jeff Alford, Wilbur Carter, Owen Martin, Harold Meadows, Cecil Johnson and Blaine DeNius.
In lieu of flowers in memory of Mrs. Sidbury please give memorial gifts to the Blakes Chapel Penny Crusade, 88 Blakes Chapel Rd., Hampstead NC 28443.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.
 
Margaret Hewett Somersett, 85, of Mintz Cemetery Road, Ocean Isle Beach, NC died Monday, May 26, 2008.
Born in Robeson County on March 5, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Troy and Mary Viola Wilson Hewett. She was predeceased by her daughter Judith Patricia 'Pat' White and her husband Harry P. Somersett.
Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law Gayle and Donald Stanley, Ocean Isle Beach, NC. Two sons and daughters-in-law, Darry and Jojuan Somersett, Ocean Isle Beach, NC, and Greg and Shirley White, Shallotte, NC. Four sisters Ruby Campbell, Council, NC, Elizabeth 'Beth' Andrews, Wilmington, NC, Dixie Hinson, Wilmington, NC and Clara Ward, Ft. Walton Beach, FL. Grandchildren Brad Stanley, and wife Leslie, Felicia Stanley, Collin Somersett and wife, Christy, Tara Frazier and husband Moses. Great grandchildren Melisia Hewett and husband Shane, Alexandria White, Abigail Frazier, Jeremiah Frazier, Elisha Somersett, Joey Meshaw and Kevin Meshaw. Great-great-grandchildren, Noah Hewett, Tymber Meshaw, Gavin Meshaw, and Cadence Burney.
The Life of a Virtuous woman will be celebrated at 3:00 pm, Thursday, May 29, 2008 in the Brunswick Funeral Service Chapel, officiated by the Reverend Kenny Todd and the Reverend Larry Milliken. Burial will follow in the Mintz Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at the funeral home.
Casketbearers will be Jerry Wayne Todd, Donald Todd, Joey Meshaw, Dale Hewett, Gene Kinlaw, II, and Steve Nagy. Honorary Casketbearers will be Hank Butler, Arliss Butler, Steven Somersett, O'Brien Somersett, and Randy Hewett.
Nanny, as she was known by her family, was our rock and our strength. Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

Barrett, Geraldine Powell, 86, of Blue Heron Drive, Porters Neck, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Geraldine Powell Barrett died at 12:15 in Wilmington, N.C., on the morning of May 28, 2008.
Born October 9, 1921, in Wake County, to the late William Herbert and Mary Dewey Powell, she was eighty-six at the time of her death.
Elegant yet engaged, strong-willed yet giving, proud yet humble, Jerry packed a six-shooter as a young girl and rode with Tom Mix and Tim McCoy nearly every Saturday at the nickel movies. A true redhead later affectionately known as "brick-top," she went on to be the teenager most "checked" by the roving pairs of home-visiting boys of her day. She danced the meanest jitterbug, always in the middle of the ballroom, always with her dance card full, until a French teacher's match-making made her known to a cross-town rival high school fellow named Charles Francis, "Charlie," Barrett. They met and her dance card held only one name from then until now, nearly 65 years of that time as husband and wife.
Jerry raised three sometimes rambunctious boys, giving them her strong sense of fairness, dignity, honesty and the capacity to become unique human beings in their own right. She also taught grammar school, and became the most sought-after event decorator at every church and community institution she ever joined. Her artistry with flowers, greenery, home furnishings, and fine art arrangements was renowned.
She was a woman of striking beauty, decided tastes and opinions, warm affection, keen intelligence, grace and compassion who worked through many volunteer channels over the years to help those who were less fortunate than she.
Through it all she continued to love, inspire and nurture her husband Charlie; her three sons Chuck (and wife Melody), David (and wife Barbara), and Tom (and wife Sharon). Jerry is also survived by her grandsons Robb and Jeremey (and wife Heather) and three great-grandsons, Gabriel, Iain, and Judah.
The family and friends will celebrate her life and faith at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 2, 2008, at the Little Chapel on the Boardwalk Presbyterian Church, 2 W. Fayetteville Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the 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 5/31/2008

A graveside service will be held 11 am Friday May 30, 2008, in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 7pm to 8pm Thursday May 29, 2008 at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Clarence Louis Cade, 94, died peacefully on May 25, 2008. Respected by all who knew him, loved and cherished by his family, he was to the very end of his life the essence of a true gentleman. He will forever be remembered for the dignity and grace that were the hallmarks of his character.
Born in Oak Park, Illinois, Mr. Cade graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Chicago in 1934. After finding his first job as a salesman with Armour and Company and then with the Burnette Company during the height
of the Depression, Mr. Cade joined the newly formed Social Security Administration and moved to Washington, DC, shortly before US entry into World War II. In 1944, he was commissioned as a lieutenant in the US Navy and served as a personnel officer at the Naval Gun Factory in Washington, working to marshal the efforts of the large civilian workforce there. After the war, with two young daughters in tow, he and his wife moved to Montreal, where he had found a job as director of personnel for ICAO, the International Civil Aviation Organization, a branch of the newly founded United Nations, which had been located in Canada as one of the few parts of that organization not at headquarters in New York. Mr. Cade qualified for that position in part because he spoke fluent French, which he had learned in four years of high school French classes taught by a native speaker from Paris. In 1952, wanting to educate his daughters in their home country, he and his family returned to his native Midwest and settled in Mariemont, OH.
Mr. Cade served as Administrative officer of the United States Public Health Service facility, first known as the Taft Sanitary Engineering Center, and later as the National Center for Urban and Industrial Health. He lived in Mariemont from 1952 to 1994. He and his wife, Charlotte Pettersen Cade, long a Latin and English teacher at Mariemont High School, reared their four daughters in the village and celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary there before Mrs. Cade's death in 1993.
After his first wife's death, Mr. Cade spent the final years of his life in North Carolina, where he had built a family cottage at Pine Knoll Shores on the Outer Banks. He married a friend from that area, Newell Haller. There he indulged his love for boats and fishing until 2001, when he and Newell moved to Plantation Village in Wilmington, NC.
He is survived by Newell, his daughters Barbara Cade Pringle and husband Robert of Alexandria, VA; Jane Cade Theobald and husband Ronald of Cincinnati, OH; Kathryn Elizabeth Cade and partner Frederick Miller of Boston, MA, and Susan Cade McGuinn and husband Michael of Denver, CO, as well as by his eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
A private celebration of his life is planned for early summer. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to CARE, 151 Ellis Street, NE, Atlanta, GA 30303; The Nature Conservancy, 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Alexandria, VA 22203; or the University of Chicago College Fund, 1116 East 59th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Clements, Anice Marie Burchelle, 86, of 33426 Old Salisbury Road, Albemarle, and a native of Wilmington, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at Britthaven of Pidemont, Albemarle. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Annunciation Catholic Church, Albemarle. Burial will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Oakdale Cemetery,
Wilmington. Hartsell Funeral Home, Albemarle.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.
 
Donald William Drake, 55, died suddenly, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, in Wilmington.
Born May 9, 1953, in Ithaca, NY, he was the son of Betty Heath Drake and the late Donald Edwin Drake.
Donnie worked for Smith Corona from 1970 thru 1985. Relocating to Wilmington in late 1985 with his wife, Jay, he was employed by Louisiana Pacific and, the past 11 years, for National Gypsum, as a Plant Engineer.
An avid sports enthusiast with a passion for fishing and black powder hunting, he also loved racing RC and slots cars with his daughter Madison.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 35 years, Jay Klos Drake; two daughters, Madison Drake of the home and Donielle Drake, of Wilmington; sister, Barbara Drake of Freeville, NY; numerous aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews, cousins; and a multitude of friends who will dearly miss him.
The family will receive friends from 7pm to 9pm, on Friday, May 30, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel.
A funeral service will be at 11am Saturday, May 31, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel, with Rev. Mike Ashcraft officiating. Private interment will be in Sea Lawn Memorial Park, Hampstead, NC.
Contributions may be made in Donnie's memory to Port City Community Church, 613 Shipyard Blvd, Suite 104, Wilmington, NC 28401.
In addition to much appreciated help and support from many friends and family, the Drake family wishes to convey a special "thank you" to Dale and Gail Causey and their family for their love and support.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008

Helen Croom Evans, 89, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2008.
Helen was born in Wilmington on February 18, 1919, to the late Ernest Ralph and Annie Lenora Croom. She was a lifelong resident of Wilmington.
She graduated from New Hanover High School - Class of 1937. For over 35 years she was self-employed, maintaining her own Accounting and Bookkeeping business from her home. She was devoted and very active Jehovah's Witness, being an integral part of the Long Leaf Congregation for many years. She was an accomplished pianist, often playing for weddings and many functions of her faith.
She was instrumental in many families coming to accurate knowledge of the Bible.
She was known for her willingness of her time and efforts to help others, having spent many years of her life tirelessly taking care of her family that were in declining health, as well as being known for her outgoing friendly personality, she never met a stranger.
Helen was married to Hoyt S. Evans, who preceded her in death.
She is survived by her son, Gerald S Evans and wife Peggy; one granddaughter, Leah Ranieri and husband Thomas; and two grandchildren, Jessica and Gregory Ranieri. A Memorial Service will be held on held Saturday, May 31, 2008, at 2:00 pm at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1828 S 16th Street, Wilmington, with Eugene Clifton officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the Kingdom Hall. Interment will be held privately.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

WILMINGTON -- Halle Townes Jones, 88, died Monday, May 26 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Wilmington on February 29, 1920, the daughter of the late William Armistead and Louise Rutland Townes. She graduated from New Hanover High School, St. Mary's School and Junior College in Raleigh, NC and Sophie Newcomb College in New Orleans, LA. Halle studied at the Philadelphia Divinity School and served as Director of Christian Education at Christ Church in Lexington, KY and Christ Church in Nashville TN.
In 1948, she married Catesby ap Catesby Jones of Richmond, VA who preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Frances Jones Straccia along with two sons and their wives, Catesby and Mimi Jones of Wilmington, NC, and Meriwether and Teri Jones of Takoma Park, MD; and her brother Francis Gwynn Townes of Seattle, WA. She leaves 7 grandchildren: Joseph Catesby Straccia, Mark Alexander Straccia, Angela Gwynne Straccia, William (Will) Armistead Jones, Daniel (Danny) Meriwether Jones, Elizabeth (Eliza) Falls Jones and Matthew Maury ap Catesby (Mac) Jones.
Halle was a native Wilmingtonian, returning to the City with her husband in 1980.
She was a docent at the Burgwin-Wright House and a member of St. James Episcopal Church, the Carolina Yacht Club, the National Society of Colonial Dames of America and the Lucky Thirteen Club.
A memorial service will be held for Halle on July 12 at 10:00 at St. James Episcopal Church. Halle requested that memorials in her honor be made to the St. John's Chapel Fund c/o Historic Green Springs Inc. PO Box 1685, Louisa, VA. 23093 Attentions: Rae H. Ely
A Market Street Chapel Service  
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.
 
Kennedy, Vivian, of 1802 Ann St., died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Liberty Commons Nursing Home. The funeral will be at noon Thursday at Mt. Zion AME Church. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008

Kennedy, Vivian, of 1802 Ann St., died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Liberty Commons Nursing Home. The funeral will be at noon Thursday at Mt. Zion AME Church. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.
 
Lund, Lois Florence, 85, formerly of St. Louis, Mo., died Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at the Autumn Care Nursing Center. Inurnment will be at a later date. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.
 
WINSTED -- Palma (Consolini) O'Neill, 98, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at her home surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of Francis O'Neill who passed away on November 28, 1997.
She was born on February 8, 1910, in Sheffield, MA; the daughter of the late John and Maria (Donatini) Consolini. She lived most of her life in Winsted.
She was a dedicated homemaker and loving mother. Her family was the most important part of her life. She worked at Dano Electric for 18 years. Her favorite pastimes were baking, canning, knitting, crocheting and she loved building puzzles. She is survived by one son, Francis (Buddy) O'Neill and his wife Barbara; three daughters, Lucille Stocking, Peggy Veretto and Rita Blakeney and her husband John (Chip); a sister, Mary Consolini McGee; 15 grandchildren, Nina Devanney and her fiancé Angel Rodriguez, Natalie Noyes and her husband Bill, Leon Veretto and his wife Christine, Jason Veretto, Maria Davidson and her husband Jimmy, Todd Day, Michelle Blakeney, Matthew Blakeney, Tammy Stocking, Bill Stocking and his wife Michele, Tracey Tom and her husband Chris, Debby O'Neill, Jack O'Brien, Lou Lemere, Kathy Bascetta and her husband John and Michael O'Brien. She has many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers and a sister.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2008, from Montano-Shea Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted at 9:30 a.m. to St. Joseph's Church, Winsted for a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. Burial will be held at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Winsted. Friends may call on Saturday, May 31st at Montano-Shea Funeral Home, Winsted from 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Visiting Nurse Services of CT, 62 Commercial BLVD, Torrington, CT 06790.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Pugh, Brandon Lee, 18, of 89 Old Georgetown Road, Calabash, died Tuesday, May 27, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte. Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Rico, Diana, Isabel, of 507 Bladen, St., infant daughter, of Josue Rico and Juanita Williams, died Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.
 
John J. Shea, age 70, beloved husband of Susan, nee DeRosier; loving father of Beth Testen (Bob) and John Shea (Shelia), Pop Pop to six grandchildren, Ceilidh, Meg, Kerry, Eila, Ethan and Zadie, died on May 27, 2008, after a four year battle with cancer.
Jack Shea was president and chief executive officer of Spiegel, Inc. from 1985 to 1997. During his years at the helm, Spiegel achieved rapid growth and widespread acclaim for innovative merchandising programs. Shea mastermindedthe acquisition of Eddie Bauer in 1988 and Newport News in 1993, and, with Spiegel Catalog, the combined entity under Shea's leadership became a $3 Billion multi-channel specialty retailer. A merchant by training and instinct, Shea spent his early executive years at the John Wanamaker Corporation, rising to senior
vice president of merchandising before joining Spiegel as vice president of merchandising in 1981.
Mr. Shea was Chairman of the Board of the National Retail Federation, the World's largest retail trade association. He also was Chairman of the Board of Trustees of LaSalle University, Philadelphia. In addition, he served on the Advisory Board of the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University, the Board of Trustees at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, and the Boards of Nalco, Pulte Homes and American Century Casualty Company. Throughout his adult life, Mr. Shea was involved in many civic and community
organizations including the Chicago area Boy Scouts where he was co-chairman of the annual Boy Scout luncheon which became the most successful fund raiser in the Boy Scouts of America.
In honor of Mr. Shea's first career as a toy buyer, Mrs. Susan Shea requests that all contributions be made to Toys for Tots, in memory of John J. Shea, Marine Toys for Tots Foundation 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive Triangle, VA 22172.
Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S Meyers Rd (3 blks S of Roosevelt) Lombard. Funeral Saturday 9:45 a.m. from the funeral home to Our Lady of Peace, 701 Plainfield Rd, Darien, Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment private. Info: 630/932-1500.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

John J. "Jack" Tuohey died May 22, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center after a battle with cancer.
Born November 6, 1932, in Boston, Massachusetts to John Sr. and Ann (Rogers) Tuo-hey, he graduated from Boston College in 1956 and married Virginia Ann Williams in 1959. Together they had four sons who survive them: John Matthew, Kevin Michael, Robert Paul, and Patrick Eugene. He is also survived by their wives Pam, Shauna, Kris-ten and Michelle, twelve grandchildren and long-time companion Gladys Frankson, who lived in Massachusetts, Missouri and North Carolina.
Jack served in the U.S. Department of State as a Foreign Service Officer and raised his family in Frankfurt, Vienna, Moscow, Bombay, Berlin, Tel Aviv and in Washington, D.C. While abroad, Jack served as press or cultural attache for U.S. ambassador as well as on the team that negotiated for the release of the American hostages held in Iran. From his interesting career and life overseas, Jack loved to share stories about the Camp David Accords, religious riots in Bombay, intrigue in Berlin and, of course, his beloved Bolshoi Ballet.
His last assignment was at Fort Bragg, where he was an advisor to Special Forces and taught psychological operations at the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center.
Jack retired in Fayetteville, N.C., in 1989 to care for his wife as her health declined. After her death in 1996, Jack volunteered his time as an arbitrator for the Cumberland County courts, the speakers' bureau at Fayetteville Technical Community College and as a liasson to the Cumberland County Sheriff's office for his neighborhood
association.
Jack will be buried with his wife, parents and brother at the Tuohey family gravesite in Boston, Massachusetts.
There will be a Memorial Mass with Father Paul presiding at St. Paul Catholic Church on Tuesday, June 10 at 10 a.m.
Published in the Sun Journal from 5/30/2008 - 6/2/2008

Bell, Mary Helen Pargeter, died Monday May 26, 2008, at home. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Collins, Katherine, 99, formerly of Wilmington, died Friday, May 23, 2008, in Chattanooga, Tenn. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Commander, Harold, 60, of West Sea-Aire Canal, Supply, died Thursday, May 29, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Mildred Overton Cooper passed from this life to be with her Lord on Memorial Day, May 26 2008, following a brief stay at Cape Fear Hospital, Wilmington, NC. She was predeceased by her husband, Charlie Lockhart Cooper, who passed in 1987.
Mildred was born October 1, 1910, to Charlie Wilson Overton and Sarah Elizabeth Mann Overton in Creswell, NC. She had seven siblings, all predeceased.
She is survived by her two children, James Leary Cooper, of Colorado Springs, CO and Charlie C. Lea, of Hampstead, NC (she and husband Bob Lea are formerly from Danville, VA). Also surviving "Mimi" are her six grandchildren: Robert L. Lea III, Janet Lea Minter, David Randolph Lea, Johnny Cooper, Nancy Gail Cooper, and James L. Cooper Jr. Mildred also had 21 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. "Her children rise up, and call her blessed" (Proverbs 31:28).
Mildred graduated from high school in Columbia, NC, where she was captain of the girl's basketball team. She and husband Charlie moved to Norfolk, VA, where they resided for a period of thirty-three years. She worked as a "Unit Secretary" at Norfolk General Hospital, from which she retired after 30 years. Soon after her retirement, she and her husband moved to Danville, VA, in 1978.
Mildred was a devoted Christian who inspired others with her gifts of leadership and service unto others. Her life was focused upon her family, her church, and a host of community service organizations to which she belonged. For example, Mildred started singing at the age of five in her parents' church, something she continued to do throughout her life. In Danville, she sang with the Senior Citizens' Choir for nearly twenty years, and also taught various Arts & Crafts classes at the Senior Citizen's Center. Mildred chaired many committees within the Women's
Auxiliary of the Danville Salvation Army, most notably their annual fund-raising dinner, the smorgasbord.
Mildred moved to Hampstead, NC, with family in 2006, where she resided at the Woodbury Wellness Center until the time of her passing. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and grandparent, and will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.
The family will receive friends at Barker Funeral Home, North Main Street, Danville from 12:30-2:00 on Saturday, May 31 2008. Immediately following, at 2:00 PM, a public Celebration of Life and Memorial Service will be held in the Barker Funeral Home Chapel.
The family would also like to thank the compassionate and caring staff on the 2nd floor of the Cape Fear Hospital, the Woodbury Wellness Center, and the Lower Cape Fear Hospice. The family also requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 1406 Physician's Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Cooper, Mildred Overton, 97, of Hampstead, and formerly of Danville Va., died Monday, May 26, 2008, at Cape Fear Memorial Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Cortez, Isrrael, 51, of 767 Hamilton Road, Magnolia, died Tuesday, May 27, 2008. The funeral will be at 5 p.m. Saturday at Rhodes Funeral Home, Warsaw. Burial will be at a later date in Honduras.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Mary Hicks "Peggy" Crawford of Wilmington, NC went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Wednesday, May 28, 2008. She was born December 22, 1934, in Bunn, NC, daughter of the late Joseph Claude Hicks and Daphine Horton Hicks.
"Peggy" was a wonderful and loving Mom and Grandma to her children and grandchildren and was anxiously awaiting the birth of her first great-grandchild. She had worked as an in-home caregiver. Her loving, compassionate heart made her the favorite of everyone. She was a friend to all who knew her.
Though feisty at times, her love was genuine. She was a member of Wrightsboro Baptist Church. Her Christianity was in her walk of life. Surviving are her children, Darious "Darry" Lee Crawford, Hope Crawford Dowdy with husband Gene and son Christopher, Michelle Crawford with son Dane, and Brandy Crawford; two brothers, Joseph Hicks of Pleasant Garden, NC and Danny Hicks of Raleigh, NC; one sister, Mariam Pollard of Clayton,
NC, stepfather Lawrence Hicks Jr. of Wake Forest, NC and many wonderful cousins.
There will be a viewing for family and friends at Wrightsboro Baptist Church on Saturday, May 31, 2008, from 2-3 pm. The memorial service will be held at Wrightsboro Baptist Church at 3:00 pm. Rev. Mike Lewis and Rev. John
McIntyre will officiate the memorial. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Good Shephard Center, 811
Martin Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 (910-763-4424).
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Donald Craig Downing, Sr., 72, of Atkinson died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was born March 7, 1936, in Wilmington and was the son of the late Herman and Ethel Kelly Downing. He was also predeceased by a daughter, Sue Downing.
Mr. Downing was employed with Ezzell Trucking Company. He served his country honorably in the US Army Reserves. Surviving are his wife, Gale Patricia "Pat" Downing; sons, Herman Downing and Daniel Downing; stepchildren, Rose Milazzo, Michael Milazzo (Daniel Murphy), Christopher Milazzo and Gale Milazzo; and several special cousins. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Atkinson Baptist Church, one hour prior to the funeral service.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2008, at Atkinson Baptist Church with the Rev Douglas Warnock, Sr. officiating. Burial will follow in Point Caswell Baptist Church Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Donald William Drake, 55, died suddenly, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, in Wilmington.
The family will receive friends from 7pm to 9pm, on Friday, May 30, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel.
A funeral service will be at 11am Saturday, May 31, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel, with Rev. Mike Ashcraft officiating. Private interment will be in Sea Lawn Memorial Park, Hampstead, NC.
Contributions may be made in Donnie's memory to Port City Community Church, 613 Shipyard Blvd, Suite 104, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Fleming, Ernestine, of 614 Marstellar St., died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at St. Luke AME Zion Church. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Frink, Josephine, of 2504 Confederate Drive, died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at noon Saturday at New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Fullard, Carrie, of 2525 N. Kerr Ave., died Monday, May 26, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial
Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Galloway, Mary A., of 4606 River Road SE, died Thursday, May 29, 2008, at Brunswick Cove Living Center. Arrangements will be announced by John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Goodman, Lossie M., 78, formerly of Leland, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte. Burial will be at Grissett Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Graham, Elvie, 91, of 721 Legion Drive, Whiteville, died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. The funeral will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Union Baptist Church, Lake Waccamaw. Burial will be at Millican Cemetery, Whiteville. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008

Merle Elston Guyton, age 74 years died on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, after a lengthy illness.
He was born in Wilmington on January 15, 1934, the son of Agnes Penny Guyton and the late Luther L. Guyton. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Luther Guyton.
Merle graduated from Long Creek High School, upon graduation he worked with CP&L, he later joined the Navy Seabees and served in Vietnam. He owned several businesses in the Rocky Point and Castle Hayne areas. He
later retired from Strick's LP Gas of Castle Hayne. After retirement he and his wife, Paddy and their dog "Harley", ran away and joined the Carson and Barnes Circus out of Hugo, OK.
Merle was a life member of the VFW, American Legion, and was past administrator of the Wilmington Moose Lodge. Merle and Paddy were residing in Wilmington at the time of his death.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 22 years, Patricia Kiles Guyton; his mother, Agnes Penny Guyton; children; Merle Guyton, Jr. (Carla) of Saltillo MS, Luther Guyton (JoAnne) of Saucier, MS, Gale Sherwood (Rich) of Worton, MD, Susan Leith (Rob) of Perkinston, MS, and Sonia Switzer of Kiln, MS. Brother, Jerry Guyton (Ann) of Whiteville, NC and sister, Catherine Parrott (Tom) of Rocky Point, NC. Step children, Rex Strickland of Bartow, FL, Pollyanna Strickland Likens (Steve) of Castle Hayne, Pat C. Strickland (Sissy) of Green Cove Springs, FL, Tony R. Strickland (Denise) of Lincolnton, NC. 15 grandchildren and 9 great -grandchildren.
Visitation for family and friends will be from 6 to 8 pm Friday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Funeral services will be held 1 pm Saturday, May 31, 2008, at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Castle Hayne. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. A reception will be held following the service in the fellowship hall of the church.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Jacquelyn Lee Keagy, 67, of Wilmington, NC, died Monday, May 26, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center.
She was born in Kanawha Co., WV, on July 20, 1940, the daughter of the late Arney B. and Lucille H. Atkinson Lemon.
Jacquelyn graduated from Rutgers University in Camden, NJ and received her Masters Degree in Social Work form Temple University in Philadelphia, PA.
She retired in 2002 from Personnel Decisions International in Minneapolis, MN and moved to Wilmington, NC. Jacquelyn was Director of Volunteers at Airlie Gardens and was also a member of First Presbyterian Church.
She was member of several Bridge Clubs and the Newcomer Club of Wilmington, and The Dog Eared Book Club. She was also an usher at Thalian Hall and a very active Democrat.
Surviving are two daughters, Kelly Bullock and husband, Ed of Charlotte, NC, and Barri Keagy of Leesburg, VA; one son, Bart Keagy of Carmel, CA; five grandchildren, Ian, Peyton, and Jordan Bullock, Sarah Keagy and Trevor Keagy; brother, Robert "Bob" Lemon and wife, Jan of Ocala, FL, and their four children.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2008, at First Presbyterian Church by Rev. Pete Brown.
A reception will be held following the service in the fellowship hall of the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the The Prevent Cancer Foundation on the website at www.preventcancer.org. or to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Lacy, George Edward, 76, of 16546 Twisted Hickory Road, Bladenboro, died Monday, May 26, 2008, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Bladenboro. Burial will be at the Shaw-Lacy Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
LELAND, NC -- Winford Locklear, Sr. passed away at his residence on May 21, 2008. Born in Robeson County on September 5, 1939, his parents were the late Dock and Alberta Locklear.
Known as "Eagle", he was a lifetime member of Town Creek Hunting Club, an avid fisherman and he loved the outdoors.
Winford is survived by his children; Winford Locklear, Jr. of Winnabow, NC Keith Locklear, Sr. of Supply, NC, Teresa Brown of Leland, NC and Jamey Braden of TN; grandchildren, Holly Locklear, Meghan West, Renaie Brown, Beth Ann Arnold, Amanda Locklear, Amber Locklear, Angel Locklear, Keith Locklear, Jr., Brian
Locklear, Noah Braden, Gabriel Braden, Ray Cooper and Daniel Brown; five great-grandchildren; brothers, Delmus Locklear of Winnabow, Billy Locklear and Phillip Locklear of Rowland and Larry Locklear of Lumberton; sisters, Barbara Locklear and Peggy Oxendine of Rowland, NC and Hannah Brooks of Maxton, NC. In addition to his parents, Winford was preceded in death by brothers, James R. Locklear and Samuel Locklear and a sister Mary Esther Rich. Arrangements will be announced by Coble Ward-Smith Funeral & Cremation
Service, Supply.  
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Lynde, Skip Gordon, 34, of Carolina Beach, died Friday May 23, 2008. The service will be private. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Murphy, Donnie Herring, 70, of 381 McLean Road, Elizabethtown, died Thursday, May 29, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by Carter Funeral Home, Garland.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Pugh, Brandon Lee, 18, of 89 Old Georgetown Road, Calabash, died Tuesday, May 27, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte. Burial will be at Pleasant View Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
John J. Shea, age 70, beloved husband of Susan, nee DeRosier; loving father of Beth Testen (Bob) and John Shea (Shelia), Pop Pop to six grandchildren, Ceilidh, Meg, Kerry, Eila, Ethan and Zadie, died on May 27, 2008, after a four year battle with cancer.
Jack Shea was president and chief executive officer of Spiegel, Inc. from 1985 to 1997. During his years at the helm, Spiegel achieved rapid growth and widespread acclaim for innovative merchandising programs. Shea masterminded the acquisition of Eddie Bauer in 1988 and Newport News in 1993, and, with Spiegel Catalog, the
combined entity under Shea's leadership became a $3 Billion multi-channel specialty retailer. A merchant by training and instinct, Shea spent his early executive years at the John Wanamaker Corporation, rising to senior vice president of merchandising before joining Spiegel as vice president of merchandising in 1981.
Mr. Shea was Chairman of the Board of the National Retail Federation, the World's largest retail trade association. He also was Chairman of the Board of Trustees of LaSalle University, Philadelphia. In addition, he served on the Advisory Board of the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University, the Board of Trustees at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, and the Boards of Nalco, Pulte Homes and American Century Casualty Company.
Throughout his adult life, Mr. Shea was involved in many civic and community organizations including the Chicago area Boy Scouts where he was co-chairman of the annual Boy Scout luncheon which became the most successful fund raiser in the Boy Scouts of America.
In honor of Mr. Shea's first career as a toy buyer, Mrs. Susan Shea requests that all contributions be made to Toys for Tots, in memory of John J. Shea, Marine Toys for Tots Foundation 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive Triangle, VA 22172.
Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S Meyers Rd (3 blks S of Roosevelt) Lombard. Funeral Saturday 9:45 a.m. from the funeral home to Our Lady of Peace, 701 Plainfield Rd, Darien, Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment private. Info: 630/932-1500.
Published in the Star-News from 5/29/2008 - 5/30/2008.

Simmons, Leon Floyd, 62, died Sunday May 18, 2008, at the Woodberry Wellness Center, Hampstead. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.
 
Toland, Michael, 33, of Boiling Spring Lakes, died Monday, May 26, 2008. A Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Mildred Parker Whitney, 52, of Wilmington, died at home on Wednesday morning, May 28, 2008.
Millie was born July 7, 1955, in Clinton, NC, the youngest daughter of the late E.C. Parker and Mildred Caison Parker.
Millie graduated from Clinton High School and attended East Carolina University. Millie is survived by her husband Harry Whitney; her son, Alfred Whitney; a daughter, Marjorie Whitney, all of Wilmington. She is also survived by her stepdaughter, Karen Nemmers, Carolina Beach,NC; a stepgrandson, Peter Nemmers, Wilmington, NC; her sisters; Linda Puckett (Bill), Murrells Inlet, SC; Booboo Watkins (Tommy), Greensboro, NC, and a brother, Elton Parker (Linda), Raleigh, NC.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2008, at 4PM at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel with Dr. William H. Puckett, Jr. officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the    American Cancer Society, 1414-D S. College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel

Collins, Katherine, 99, formerly of Wilmington, died Friday, May 23, 2008, in Chattanooga, Tenn. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the graveside at Oleander Memorial Gardens. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.
 
Commander, Harold Byrd Jr., 60, of West Sea-Aire Canal, Supply, died Thursday, May 29, 2008, at home. The service will be private. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.
 
Cooper, Mildred Overton, 97, of Hampstead, and formerly of Danville Va., died Monday, May 26, 2008, at Cape Fear Memorial Hospital. A memorial service will be Saturday at Barker Funeral Home, Danville, Va. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.
 
Corbett, Bennie, 61, of Fayetteville, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at VA Hospital, Fayetteville. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Rose Hill Funeral Home, Rose Hill. Burial will be at the Rose Hill Funeral Home Cemetery, Magnolia.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.
 
Crawford, Mary 'Peggy' Hicks, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Wrightsboro Baptist Church. Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.
 
Downing, Donald Craig Sr., 72, of Atkinson, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Atkinson Baptist Church. Burial will be at Point Caswell Baptist Church Cemetery. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008

Eloise Bowling Macgill of Wilmington, NC and formerly of Pulaski, VA, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, May 29, 2008.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Daniel Macgill, Jr. She is survived by her only son, The Rev. Dan and Sybil Macgill; four grandchildren, Will Macgill (Tricia) of Summit, NJ, Gordon Macgill (Andrea) of Richmond, VA; Peirce Macgill (Meg) of Baltimore, MD; and Stephanie Macgill of North Lake Tahoe, NV and six special great-grandchildren. She was also close to the Owen family members, Bill, Carolyn, Pennie and Leslie.
Throughout her adult life, Eloise was involved with civic and community organizations, including Hensel Eckman YMCA, New River Historical Society, Pulaski Chapter of the American Red Cross, Presbyterian Children's Home, Fine Arts Center New River Valley. She also served on the Virginia Governor's Mansion Board and was a member of the Thorn Spring Country Club. Her special loves were the Friday Bridge Club and Round Dozen Club. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and later a member of St. John's Episcopal Church.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, June 2, 2008, at Stevens Funeral Home in Pulaski, Virginia with The Reverend Dan Macgill officiating. Entombment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Pulaski, Virginia.
Memorial gifts may be given to American Red Cross, Cape Fear Chapter, 1102 S. 16th St., Wilmington, NC 28401 or to the charity of your choice.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

Murphy, Donnie Herring, 70, of 381 McLean Road, Elizabethtown, died Thursday, May 29, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Evening Light Holiness Church, Garland. Burial will be at Autry Cemetery, Elizabethtown. Carter Funeral Home, Garland.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.
 
Pugh, Brandon Lee, 18, of 89 Old Georgetown Road, Calabash, died Tuesday, May 27, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte. Burial will be at Pleasant View Cemetery. Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.
 
Leon Floyd Simmons, 62, of Wilmington, died Monday May 19, 2008, at the Woodbury Wellness Center, Hampstead.
Leon was born in Charleston, WV, the son of the late Kenneth Ray Simmons and Ella Harris Simmons. He is preceded by a daughter Tina Simmons and a son Clifford Simmons.
Surviving are his Fiancée Linda Tootle; sons David Carrol of Chesapeake, WV, Decarlo Brown of Fife, WA, David Simmons of Rochester, NY, Leon Simmons, Aaron Simmons and Maxx Simmons, all of Camden, NJ ;brothers James Simmons of NY, Harold and Kenneth Simmons, both of Whiteville, NC; sisters Mrs. Phylis Coley and Mrs. Darlene Mills both of Paterson, NJ and Mrs. Deborah Hall of Union, NJ.
A celebration of life service will be held Saturday May 31, 2008, 2:00 p.m. at the home  of Leon's brother Kenneth Simmons 5202 Peacock Road Whiteville, NC the Reverend Deirdre Tabor will officiate.
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 791-9099
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.