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HILLSBOROUGH -- Mrs. Georgia Barker, 92, died Friday, July 18, at her home in Orange County. She was predeceased by her husband, Will Weeks Barker. She is survived by a son, William B. Barker and wife Teresa; and a daughter, Ann Barker Blumhardt and husband Glen. Her grandchildren are, William B.
Barker, Jr., Candace Blumhardt Harper, Glen B. Blumhardt and Margaret (Maggie) Barker. Great-grandchildren are Samantha Barker, Sydney Barker, Sam Harper, Cameron Blumhardt and Jack Blumhardt. The family wishes to extend their thanks to a special friend, Josephine Hinson.
The family will receive friends Sunday, July 20th, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Walker's Funeral Home in Hillsborough.
Services will be at New Hope Presbyterian Church on Monday, July 21st, at 1:00 PM.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/20/2008
 
SOUTHPORT -- Mrs. Emily Williams Blake, age 73, of 802 Trevino Road, Boiling Spring Lakes, died Saturday July 19, 2008, at her residence.
Mrs. Blake was born in Milton, North Carolina, on December 21, 1934, and was the daughter of the late John Smith Williams and Gertrude Hall Williams.
She was very active for many years with the Southport Jayceettes and also served many years as the Director of the North Carolina Fourth Of July Queen's Pageant. She was a waitress for many years at the Pharmacy Restaurant in Southport and most recently was employed at the Southport Wal-Mart. She was a devoted wife, mother and excellent homemaker.
She is survived by her husband, Bill Blake; two sons, Jim Blake of Southport and Mike Blake and wife Diane of Wilmington; a grandson, Robert Blake; a brother, Jack Williams of Milton, NC; a sister, Beth Lockfaw of Wilmington; three brother in-laws; Ben Blake and wife Beverly, Tom Blake and Charles Blake of Southport.
Funeral services will be held Monday July 21, 2008, at 7:30 pm at the chapel of Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral Service with Reverends Jeff and Sarah Krantz officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 6pm on Monday evening before the funeral service.
Burial will follow Wednesday July 23, 2008, in the Cedars Cemetery in Milton, NC.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/20/2008

James Conner Bullard (J.C.) of Wilmington went to be with his Lord on July 18, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born August 25, 1922, in Sampson County, NC, son of the late Leslie Bullard and Blannie Smith Bullard and was preceded in death by his daughter Carolyn and son in law Gene Jarman, sister Bertha Barnhill and brothers Jessie and Herman Bullard.
Surviving is his devoted wife for sixty-two years, Eva Roberts Bullard of the home; three sons Ronald Bullard and wife Ann of Castle Hayne, Darryl Bullard and wife Rose of Sneads Ferry, Jamie Bullard and wife Amanda of Burgaw; three daughters Nina Emory and husband Wain of Florence, SC, Janice Bullard of Wilmington, and
Cindy Ladner and husband Steve of Wilmington; one brother Renise Bullard of Ivanhoe; grandchildren Mickey and Steven Ross, Lynn Woelfel, Daneille Cooke, Janine James, Keith Bullard, Britt Jacobs, Daniel Bullard; and eight great-grandchildren.
He was a proud veteran of the United States Army having served his country in World War II from 1942 to 1947. Member of American Legion Post 165 of Burgaw.
He has been an avid member of Wrightsboro Baptist Church for twenty-five years where he has served as a Deacon and Usher. He loved his church and his church family. J.C. was in business for himself for twenty years in recreation, service stations and restaurants, in which he retired from.
He will be remembered graciously for the many lives that he has touched over the years and for the love that he has for his family and friends and their love for him.
A funeral service will be held 11 am Monday, July 21, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel 4108 South College Rd. Wilmington by Rev. Keith Hollar and Rev. Mike Lewis of Wrightsboro Baptist Church.
The family will receive friends form 5pm to 7pm Sunday at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel and at other times at the home 4604 Song Sparrow Court.
Pallbearers will be Bill Johnson, Jimmy Brown, David Seeger, Jack Wrenn, Bruce Henderson and Calvin Miller.
Any contributions in memory of Mr. J.C. may be made to the Wrightsboro Baptist Church Building Fund 2736 Castle Hayne Road, Wilmington NC 28401.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/20/2008

Jackson, Annie Jane, of 511 Walnut St., died Wednesday, July 16, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Warner's Temple AME Zion Church. Burial will follow at Pine Forest Cemetery. Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.

Jones, Margaret Fallis, died Saturday, July 19, 2008, at Liberty Commons.
Arrangements will be announced by Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.

Mack, Terence Earl, of 415 Walnut St., died Thursday, July 17, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.

Neal, Samuel, of 4910 Cantwell St., died Thursday, July 17, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Davis Funeral Home Jordan Memorial Chapel.

BOILING SPRING LAKES -- Mrs. Hazel Marie England, age 90, of Boiling Spring Lakes, died Thursday July 17, 2008, at Dosher Nursing Center.
Mrs. England was born in Charleston, West Virginia, on September 30, 1917, and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Emma Morris Elswick.
She is survived by her husband, Darrell England; a daughter, Deloris Carter of Winnabow; two grandchildren, Kelli Edens and Darrell Edens; a great grandchild, Cody Wiley; two sisters, Virginia Clay of Elkview, West Virginia and Berniece Talbert of Dunbar, West Virginia.
Funeral services and burial will be in Charleston, West Virginia by Stevens and Grass Funeral Home.
Local services by Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/20/2008

Walter Kenneth Gaylor, Jr., 88, of Wilmington, died Tuesday, July 15, 2008, after a lengthy illness.
Native and life-long resident of Wilmington, "Hank" was born August 27, 1919, to the late W. K. Gaylor, Sr. and Lina Bowen Edwards. He was preceded in death by wife, Virginia Averette and a brother, David M. Gaylor.
A self-employed land surveyor, he was also retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and I.L.A. Clerks and Checkers Local #1766. Hank served in the U.S. Army during WWII, afterwards joining the NC National Guard serving in Korea and retiring with the rank of Major. He was a member of St. Andrews Covenant Presbyterian Church, American legion Post 10, BPOE #532, Scottish Rite Masons and the Hanover Seaside Club.
Surviving is his daughter, Lee Ellen Reynolds (Michael) of Wilmington; son, W.K. Gaylor III (Sharon) of Charlotte; stepsons, Ronald K. Stewart (Barbara) and Kenneth D. Stewart (Mary Lou); grandchildren, Kevin Reynolds, Neil Reynolds, Eric Gaylor, Jennifer Polson, Kelly Widenhouse, and Danny Stewart; and sister, Mrs. Norwood J. (Dorothy) Brown of Sterling, VA.
Visitation will be 4pm to 6pm Sunday, July 20, 2008, at Andrews Market Street Chapel.
A graveside service will be 11am Monday, July 21, 2008, at Greenlawn Memorial Park with Rev. Billy Batten officiating.
Memorials may be made to St. Andrews Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1416 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, or to the charity of one's choice.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/20/2008

Katie Hodder died peacefully in her sleep at her Wilmington home early on Friday, July 18. She was born September 20, 1921 in Wilmington to Katherine Elizabeth Vollers Hanson and Louis Andrew Hanson, Sr.
Katie was a lifelong member of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, where she was active on the Altar Guild, the Worship and Music Committees, and LCW Circle #4. She graduated from New Hanover High School, attended Women's College of UNC Greensboro, and concluded her education at Marjorie Webster Ladies Finishing School in Silver Spring, Maryland. Married in 1946 to Walter James (Jim) Hodder of Cambridge, Massachusetts, she is the mother of Katherine Margaret (Peg) Hodder Case and Walter William (Bill) Hodder.
She worked for 20 years as a school secretary at Bradley Creek Elementary School and J.C. Noble Middle School. She was a member of the Hanover Seaside Club.
Katie was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Louis A. Hanson, Jr., and sister Elizabeth (Betty) Hanson Hendrickson. Surviving are her children Peg and Bill; daughter-in-law Dot, brother Richard Vollers Hanson; and guardian angels Jim and Dee Hall, all of Wilmington; sisters-in-law Lucy Hodder Ratta, Jan Hodder, and Betty Hodder, and many nieces and nephews.
In her last years Katie and her family were blessed by the care and companionship of the Caregivers of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, the staffs of Care Providers of Wilmington, Choice Caregivers, and Lower Cape Fear Hospice, and many friends.
The family will receive visitors at Katie's home on Tuesday, July 22, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Her ashes will be interred at Oakdale Cemetery in a private family service.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 23, at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, with a reception following in Keever Hall.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, or St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church,
12 North Sixth Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/20/2008

Rev. Henry A. (HA) Jones, beloved husband, father, and papaw, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2008, surrounded in love by his family, and is currently walking on streets of gold and praising the Lord.
He was born in Elizabethton, TN, July 14, 1941.
Rev. Jones is survived by his beloved wife of thirty-three years, Louise Jones of the home; four children, Dean Jones (Wendy), Rocky Jones (Tabitha), Trina Coleman (Ken), and Loraine Ashcraft (Bo); as well as five stepchildren, thirty grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends at the Bible Way Church, located at 3041-E, North Kerr Avenue from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Sunday, July 20, 2008.
The service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 21, 2008, at the Bible Way Church with Pastor Clarence H. Nelson officiating.
Pallbearers will be Jeffrey Jones, Gregory Jones, Bill Smith, Donald Holliday, Harry Letchworth, and Bill Day.
Interment will follow in Sea Lawn Memorial Park, Hampstead, NC.
Our family would like to express our deepest thanks and respect to Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, and especially to Shirley Brehmer. Your care and compassion brightened our father's last days. We pray that God blesses you as much as you blessed our father.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/20/2008

Mr. Preston Arthur Kidney, 49, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, July 16, 2008, at his Wilmington home.
Mr. Kidney was the son of the late Milton and Margaret Kidney.
He is survived by his loving wife, Theresa Ann Zelenka Kidney; one son, Preston Arthur Kidney, Jr. of Wilmington; two daughters, Asurae Caamano and husband Philip, of Dingmans Ferry, PA, and Genevieve Kidney of Wilmington; and one grandson, Julian Caamano. Preston was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, as well as wonderful friend. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.
A memorial service was held 2:00 PM, July 19, 2008, at Coble Ward-Smith Oleander Chapel. The family received friends following the service.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News from 7/18/2008 - 7/20/2008

Della Bernice Casteen Lewis (Bea), 80, of Wilmington, wife of the late W.M. Lewis, died on Thursday, July 17, 2008, at her residence.
Della was born in Wilmington, NC, on October 16, 1927, to John Bernice and Della B. Stokley Casteen.
She is survived by four children, Marion B. Lewis of Castle Hayne, NC, Donna Long and husband Wayne of Hoover, AL, Melody Taylor and husband Randy, of Castle Hayne, NC, and Robert M. Lewis and wife Patti of Wilmington, NC; one brother, S.N. (Buster) Casteen and wife Mary Helen of Wilmington, NC, two sisters-in-law Roslynn Chapel of Raleigh, NC and Margaret Holland of Cary, NC; nine grandchildren April Taylor-Dillon and husband Steve of Wilmington, Stephen W. Long of Jacksonville, FL, Amber T. Edwards and husband Danny of Castle Hayne, NC, Amy Long of Hoover, AL, Amanda L. Benson and husband Johnathan of Delco, NC, Joshua Lewis, T.J. Hamm, Krystal Poirer and Brandon Poirer all of Wilmington, NC; and four great-grandchildren, Joel Benson of Castle Hayne, NC, Tyler Dillon of Castle Hayne, Aaron D'Angiolillo of Hoover, AL and Addison Benson of Delco, NC.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 20, 2008, from 5-7pm, at Andrews Mortuary Market St. Chapel.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, July 21, 2008, at Pearsall Memorial Presbyterian Church, at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Published in the Wilmington Star-News from 7/19/2008 - 7/20/2008

Dorothy Schaffer Osborne of Leland died Tuesday July 15, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
She was born December 18, 1928, in Pittsburgh, PA, daughter of the late John Walter Schaffer and Letitia Sheridan Schaffer and was preceded in death by her devoted husband Ed C. Osborne and her brother J. Walter Schaffer.
Dorothy and Ed were married July 2, 1949, and lived in Pittsburgh until they moved to Edinboro, PA in 1964 where they owned the College Book Store until their retirement in 1979. In 1985 they moved to the Wilmington area. She was named volunteer of the year for the Cape Fear Museum in 1995 and Thalian Hall in 2006.
She is survived by her nieces Janet Jula and family of Freedom, PA, Susan Antonini and family of Freedom, PA; nephew John Schaffer and wife Amy of Mars, PA, sister-in-law Genevieve Schaffer of Baden, PA and her many sisters in the P.E.O. Sisterhood. Interment will be at a later date in Richland Cemetery, Dravosburg, PA.
Memorials may be made to the charity of ones choice.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/20/2008

SOUTHPORT -- Mrs. Emily Williams Blake, age 73, of 802 Trevino Road, Boiling Spring Lakes, died Saturday July 19, 2008, at her residence.
Mrs. Blake was born in Milton, North Carolina, on December 21, 1934 and was the daughter of the late John Smith Williams and Gertrude Hall Williams. She was very active for many years with the Southport Jayceettes and also served many years as the Director of the North Carolina Fourth Of July Queen's Pageant.
She was a waitress for many years at the Pharmacy Restaurant in Southport and most recently was employed at the Southport Wal-Mart. She was a devoted wife, mother and excellent homemaker.
She is survived by her husband, Bill Blake; two sons, Jim Blake of Southport and Mike Blake and wife Diane of Wilmington; a grandson, Robert Blake; a brother, Jack Williams of Milton, NC; a sister, Beth Lockfaw of Wilmington; three brother in-laws, Ben Blake and wife Beverly, Tom Blake and Charles Blake of Southport.
Funeral services will be held Monday July 21, 2008, at 7:30 pm at the chapel ofPeacock-Newnam & White Funeral Service with Reverends Jeff and Sarah Krantz officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 6pm on Monday evening before the funeral service.
Burial will follow Wednesday July 23, 2008, in the Cedars Cemetery in Milton, NC.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/21/2008

Katherine Hanson Hodder, 86, of Wilmington, died peacefully in her sleep, Friday, July 18, 2008, at her home.
The family will receive visitors at Katie's home on Tuesday, July 22, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.
Her ashes will be interred at Oakdale Cemetery in a private family service.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 23, at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, with a reception following in Keever Hall.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401, or St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 12 North Sixth Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/21/2008

Margaret Fallis Jones of Wilmington, NC died peacefully Saturday, July 19, 2008, at Liberty Commons on Racine Drive, Wilmington, NC, with both of her children present.
She was born in Roanoke, VA on September 13, 1915. She married the love of her life, Chester Ferguson Jones, at age 21 and Wilmington has been their home since 1952. They were members of the First Baptist Church for fifty-five years where she was a member of the choir for forty four years and he was on the Board of Deacons
and later Deacon Emeritus. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Crosby and Rebecca Bradfield Fallis; her husband, Chester F. Jones; a brother, Dr. William J. Fallis; and a grandson, Philip L. Hafer.
Surviving are her son, Philip S. Jones and wife Donna of Wilmington, NC; her daughter, Beverly Jones Hafer and husband Bill of Apex, NC; three grandchildren, Major Christopher D. Hafer, USMC and wife Jen, Kathryn J. Frazier and husband Nick, and Paul S. Jones; two great-grandchildren, Austin P. Hafer and Christopher M. Hafer; her sister, Beverly Fallis Beard of Staunton, VA; two nephews, Dr. Richard C. Fallis and wife Jean, and Samuel T. Beard and wife Teresa; and a niece, Susan B. Strickler and husband Freddie.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Thursday, July 24, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel by Dr. Frank D. Hawkins. Interment will follow in Oleander Memorial Gardens.
The family will receive friends from 10 AM until the time of the service.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 411 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 or The Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street Wilmington, NC
28401.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/21/2008

James "Jimmy" Tyner, 68, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, July 19, 2008. Jimmy was born in Wilmington, the son of James and Ruby Tyner. He is survived by his loving wife, Diana Jean Tyner; two sons, Gary Tyner and wife Nancy, and Greg Tyner, of Creedmoor, NC; one daughter, Sarah Tyner; one brother, Billy Tyner and wife June; one sister, Barbara Hockabout, all of Wilmington; three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mr. Tyner truly loved the Lord, and was a member of Brookfield Church of God. He served as a medic in Vietnam, and was a member of the Sons of the Confederacy, Sons of the American Revolution, and American Legion Post 10. A loving husband, father, and cherished friend, Jimmy will be greatly missed by all whose lives he has
touched.
The family will receive friends 6:00-8:00 PM, Monday, July 21, 2008, at Coble Ward-Smith Oleander Chapel, and the funeral service will be held 1:00 PM, Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at Brookfield Church of God, with interment to follow at Oleander Memorial Gardens.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444

Ms. Susan Maureen Willis of Wilmington, NC, (formerly of Reading, PA) left this earth on July 19, 2008, after a nine month battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born on March 1, 1954, in Scranton PA, she was the daughter of Margaret Tillman Willis of Alexandria VA and the late Dr. Bernard J. Willis of Carbondale, PA, who preceded his daughter in death by just three months.
Susan graduated from Waymart High School in PA and attended East Stroudsburg College. She was trained as a professional gardener at the prestigious Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square PA. She especially loved to work in trees and considered herself an arborist and tree surgeon.
She had a lifelong love of horses and enjoyed spending time on her grandparents' ranch in Texas while growing up. She even got to have her own horse in Pennsylvania named "Pancho."
She was the third of five children. Her siblings are: Margaret Willis Tusko of Portland, OR, Carolyn Willis Zechman and husband Jack Zechman of Herndon, VA, Christopher Tillman Willis and wife Jennifer Thurber Willis of Cincinnati, OH, and Ellen Willis Mote and husband John Mote of Wilmington, NC.
She leaves behind several nieces and nephews. They are Christina Zechman Brown, Emily Zechman, Aaron and David Tusko, Evan and Katey Mote and Eric and Dan Willis.
She looked forward to being reunited with dear departed friends and relatives especially her grandparents Alvin Young Tillman and Margaret Latimer Clark Tillman and her childhood friend Frank Pierson.
Memorial service will be announced at a later date.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, The Arbor Day Foundation, or The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) or a charity of your choice.
"The day we fear as our last is but the birthday of eternity". Seneca
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 791-9099
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/21/2008

Gayle Lowell Cully, 81 years of Greenbriar Nursing Home in Fairmont, N.C., previously of Bolton, went to meet his Maker and join his wife Kellie, on Friday, July 18, 2008.  He was born in Fairbury, Neb., on August 9, 1927, and was preceded in death by his brother Lynn, his parents and his wife Kellie.  He was a veteran of W.W. II and the Korean War.
Surviving his death are his four children: daughter, Gayle Elizabeth; sons, Tucker and wife Tammy, Mark and wife Jeanne, and Jeff and wife Kathy; seven grandchildren, Greg Cully and wife Kristen, Candice Paul and husband Alan, Blaine, Kristen, Christopher, Isabella and Maya Cully; three great-grandchildren, Logan, Devin and Davis Cully; two nieces, Marcelyn and Sonja; and one nephew, Douglas.  The family will have a memorial at a later date.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/22/2008

SUPPLY -- Mrs. Lois Nadine DeVaughn, age 67, of 2170 Trout Ave., Supply, died Saturday July 19, 2008, at her residence.
Mrs. DeVaughn was born in Queens, NY, on October 16, 1940, and was the daughter of the late Michael and Eleanor Luderman Kennedy. She was an Administrative Assistant with the New York Department of Motor Vehicles.
She is survived by her husband, Fred W. DeVaughn; three children, Elizabeth Talbot of Supply, Fred C. DeVaughn of Stroudsburg, Pa., Cheryl Drake of Ohio; a brother, Craig Kennedy of New York; two sisters, Diane Watts of Illinois, Maria Constintino of Illinois, and four grandchildren.
A funeral mass will be held Tuesday July 22 2008, at 2 pm at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Southport with Reverend Trent Watts officiating.
The family will receive friends from 9:30 am until 1:30 pm today at the funeral home.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport

Richard Dominick Firenze, 78, of Wilmington, NC, passed July 18, 2008.
Richard was born May 21, 1930, in Nyack, NY, the son of the late Dominick and Erimini Firenze. He was also preceded in death by his wife Margaret "Rita" Firenze; a daughter, Bianca Ann Firenze and a brother, Elmo Firenze. Richard was a 25 year member of the Northvale, NJ, police department and retired from the department as the Chief of Police in 1983.
Richard is survived by two sons, William Firenze and wife Jacquelynn and Joseph Firenze and wife Kathleen. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Andrew, Kira, and Talia, all of New Jersey.
Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to New Hanover County Humane Society, PO Box 12293, Wilmington, NC 28405  Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, Wilmington, NC.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/22/2008

Michael Gregory Hardee, age 11, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2008. Greg was born on November 14, 1996, in Wilmington. He was a student at Gregory School.
Greg is survived by his parents, Mike and Sandra Hardee; brother, Brett Harrelson; grandparents, Rebecca and A.R. Hardee, and Bill and Carol Mercer; great-grandmother, Thelma McGuire. Aunts and uncles, Gina and Bob McKenzie, Robin Hardee Bennette, Candace and Sam Morgan, and Dan Mercer; cousins, Sarah Benton, Rebecca McKenzie, Ashley Bennette, Jay and Lynn Ann, Amy Morgan and son, Jacob Morgan. Special buddies, Cavin Sydes, Lily Curdoso, and Mike Sands, and his much beloved dog, "Zoom".
A private graveside ceremony will be held for Greg in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/22/2008

Eula Mae Hewett, 90, of Village Point Road, Shallotte, died Monday, July 21, 2008.
Born in Brunswick County on August 24, 1917, she was a daughter of the late Robert H. and Priscilla Watts Leonard, Sr. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by a brother Robert H. Leonard, Jr. and a sister Lizzie Hewett.
Surviving is her daughter Holly H. Long and husband Donald Caison, Oak Island, NC; five sisters, Alberta (Doot) Dixon, Goldston, NC; Mary Powell, Louise Bennett, Jackie Hardee, and Loretta Wells, all of Shallotte, NC; two grandsons Jeramy Long and wife Karen, and Brandon Long; one great-grandson, Aaron Fletcher Long; and enormous nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be conducted at 11:00 AM Friday, July 25, 2008, at the Village Point United Methodist Church.
The family extends a special "thank you" to Liberty Hospice.
Memorials may be directed to Liberty Hospice, PO Box 200, Supply, NC 28462 and/or the Gurganus Cemetery Maintenance Fund, c/o Sandra Huddle 1433 Gurganus Road, Shallotte, NC 28470.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/22/2008

JACKSONVILLE -- Olivia Jordan Lyon, age 88, passed away peacefully with her two daughters by her side on Monday, July 21, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter and now Olivia is with her Lord and Savior.
She was born May 7, 1920, in Pender County, the daughter of the late George Fred and Maybelle Batson Jordan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Bryant Hanchey in 1958 and later she married Royce Lyon who died in 1997.
Surviving are her daughters, Ann Hanchey and Sue H. Tysinger and her husband, Andy, all of Wilmington; brothers, Harry Jordan (Louise) of Burgaw and Paul Jordan (Fay) of Erwin; sister, Dorothy Barnes of Colerain and several nieces and nephews.
Olivia was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church where she served the Lord and her church in many capacities. She was a devoted wife and loving mother, sister and aunt who will be greatly missed. Olivia was known for her beautiful rose gardens.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at Jordan's Chapel United Methodist Church in the original church sanctuary with The Rev. William Hill Pearsall and The Rev. Alice Quarles officiating.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw.
A special thank you to the staffs at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter and The Commons at Brightmore for their support and care given to Olivia.
Memorial gifts may be given to Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 2222 S. 17th St., Wilmington, NC 28401 or to Elderhaus, 1950 Amphitheathre Drive,
Wilmington, NC 28401.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/22/2008

LACONIA, NH --- Everett Paine Walkley, 90, of Laconia, NH, and formerly of Darien, Conn., and Wilmington, NC, died July 13th with Rebecca, his wife, by his side.
Ev was born at home October 5, 1917, in Marblehead MA. Growing up in Marblehead he developed an avid love for the sailing and the sea. He would spend the majority of his life always living near the water. Ev graduated from Philips Exeter Academy class of 1936 and Harvard class of 1940. He joined the army after college serving as a captain in World War II and was awarded the Bronze Star. He married Rebecca Davis of Dunn, NC after meeting on a blind date in 1943. Ev's professional career would take him many places. First Chicago working for John Hancock and then as manager of Mobil Oil's International Compensation and Benefits. Ev and his family would travel overseas extensively including time spent living in Nairobi, Kenya and Singapore. He ended his professional career as a vice president at Manufacturers Hanover. This, however, did not stop his love of travel and he and his wife continued to travel the globe. At the age of 80, Ev and Becky decided to travel to Antarctica as it was the only continent they hadn't visited.
Ev also was active at the Norton Yacht Club, and the Senior Men's Association of Darien. He and his wife left the cold winters of Connecticut returning to Wilmington NC, where they first met and spent 11 years there before relocating to Laconia, NH.
Ev is survived by his wife of 65 years, Rebecca Davis, and his three children: Edward Walkley of Tacoma WA; Peter Walkley and his wife, Carol, of Laconia, NH; and Anne McMahon and her husband, Joseph, of Marshfield MA. He is also survived by five grandchildren: Rebecca, Christopher, Mackenzie, Ian and Ethan.
A memorial service will be held at the Old North Church, Marblehead, MA on July 26 at 11:30AM.
Interment will be private at Waterside Cemetery, Marblehead.
In lieu of flowers a donations may be made to the American Heart Association. 2 Wall Street, Manchester, NH 03101
Wilkinson-Beane Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, NH is in charge of the arrangements.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/22/2008

William Jerome Cofield, age 38, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 20, 2008, in Rocky Mount, N.C.
He was born Nov. 8, 1969, in Duplin County. He was preceded in death by his father, William H. Cofield; grandfather, Hurley Taylor and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. David Cofield.
He is survived by his wife, Daphne Cofield of Rocky Mount; one son, Kevin Cofield of Rocky Mount; mother, Barbara Price and stepfather, Curtis Price of Rocky Point; grandmother, Thelma Taylor; aunt, Glenda Hand of Burgaw; mother-in-law, Mildred Davis of Rocky Mount; and other family and friends.
He graduated from Wallace-Rose Hill High School. After graduation he enlisted in the Navy.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, July 25, 2008, at Yeshuwa Temple, Highway 41 South, Wallace, N.C.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/23/2008

SOUTHPORT, NC -- Mr. William Clifton "Bill" Faust age 67 passed away unexpectedly on Sunday July 20, 2008, after a brief and courageous battle with cancer.
Bill was born August 19, 1940, in Baltimore, Maryland, and was the son of the late William Conrad Faust and Evelyn Schreiber Faust. He was a US Army veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He grew up in Baltimore, Maryland where he worked for Procter and Gamble for 38 years. His career brought him to Cincinnati, Ohio before retiring and moving to Southport in 1999.
He enjoyed the beach, golfing and traveling. He had many friends and will be greatly missed by everyone.
He is survived by his wife, Becky Faust; a brother, Don Faust and wife Kathy of Dublin, Ohio; a niece, Megan Kauffmann and husband Bertrandt; nephew, Michael Faust and wife, Kim; brother-in-law, Brent Nichols of Baltimore; and sister-in-law, Melanie Whelan of Baltimore.
A time of celebration and reflection of the life of Bill will be held Friday, July 25, 2008, from 2-4 pm at Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, 1411 N. Howe Street.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the American Cancer Society.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/23/2008
 
Amanda Victoria G. Sanders, 90, of Royal Oak Road, Shallotte, NC, died Monday, July 21, 2008, in the Brunswick Community Hospital. Mrs. Sanders was born June 26, 1918, in Brunswick County, NC, to the late Dunbar E. and Hettie Long Gray.
She is survived by her two daughters Carolyn Long, husband Bobby, of Ocean Isle Beach, NC, and Judy Love, husband Steve, of Shallotte, NC; six grandchildren, Angie Long, Lori Long, Derek Long, wife Sonya Long, Tammy Cumbee, husband Robert S. Cumbee, Thomas Love, wife Crystal Love, Bonnie Mathis, husband Aaron Mathis; and fifteen great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be conducted Thursday, July 24, 2008, at 2:00 PM in the Old Shallotte Baptist Church by The Reverend Landis Lancaster. Burial will follow in the Chapel Hill Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, July 23, 2008, from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at Old Shallotte Baptist Church and at other times from her residence.
Casket bearers will be Lt. Colonel Robert Derek Long, Robert Derek Long, II, Thomas Keith Love, David Aaron Mathis, Robert Shean Cumbee, Johnny Summerlin, and Bradly James Reaves.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC

Doris "Doree" Ayres, "79", from New Brunswick, NJ, passed from this earth surrounded by her loving family on July 22, 2008. She was bom in Wuppertal, Germany and has led a life of quiet strength through the defining moments of the 20th Century.
She was married to the late Harry L. Ayres, and is survived by her children, Beatrice and Wilton Kimmer from Hampton, NJ, Monica and Jacob Kooger from Southport, NC; grandchildren Jason L. Kooger from RI, David Kimmer from Southport, NC, Claire and Greg Ritter from Elkton, Maryland; and three
reat-grandchildren, whom she adored.
Doris was a wonderful role model and our very own force of nature. She guided her family with a strong work ethic and the motto "never quit". She loved her books, traveling, languages, crocheting, and especially spending time with her family. In Germany she worked in various businesses using her talent for foreign languages until she met a very charismatic US soldier and relocated to the United States. She was respected and admired by many. Her family and friends have been blessed by her presence for many years. She will be deeply missed.
Her service and internment will be Saturday at 10 am at St. Philip's Episcopal Church Chapel of the Cross in Southport.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, NC
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/25/2008

SURF CITY -- Mrs. Daphna Holmes Blizzard, 103, of Surf City died Wednesday, July 23, 2008.
She, along with her late husband, founded Blizzard Ocean Resort which she continued to operate until retirement in 1980, when her grandson succeeded her.
Graveside services will be held Friday, July 25, at 11 a.m. at Wayne Memorial Park, Hwy, 117 South, Goldsboro with the family greeting friends following.
Survived by a daughter-in-law, Joyce S. Blizzard of Dunn and Surf City; a grandson, Dexter Blizzard of Surf City; a granddaughter, Wendee Blizzard Cowan and husband, Robert of Watha; a great-granddaughter, Amy Blizzard of Watha; a brother, Ed Holmes of Mount Olive; several nieces and nephews.
A Tyndall Service, Mt. Olive.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/25/2008

WHITEVILLE -- Maude Bryan Burns, 86, of Whiteville, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at her residence. She was the daughter of the late S.C. Bryan and Maude Osbome and she was preceded in death by two daughters, Kay B. Russ and Becky B. Frazier, an identical twin sister, Margaret Byran Redelfs, and four other sisters and two brothers.
Mrs. Bums was a member of First Baptist Church in Whiteville where she was a member of the Sunshine Group and the Newton Bible Class. She was active in the Wildlife Action Group ,a member of various bridge local clubs and was a past member of the Whiteville Cotillion Club. She also retired with the Whiteville City Schools for more than 20 years of service.
Survivors include sons, John K. Bums, Jr. and wife Patricia of Wilmington, N.C., William " Willie" B. Bums and wife Linda of Morehead City, NC; grandchildren, Meg Russ Holler, Amy Russ Alberts, Morgan Frazier, Kelly Burns, Sarah Bums, Allison Bums and Brantley Bums and eight great-grandchildren.
A memorial Services will be held Sunday, July 27, 2008, at approx at 3:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church with Rev. Kerry Peeler officiating. Visitation will be Saturday night, July 26, 2008, from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church of Whiteville.
Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Whiteville, 418 Madison St. Whiteville, NC 28472; Wildlife Action Group at P.O. Box 681 whiteville, NC 28472 or to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice at P.O. Box 636, Whiteville, NC 28472.
McKenzie Mortuary Service
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/25/2008

Helen Ritter Burton, age 92, of the Wrightsboro Community, passed away Wednesday July 23, 2008, at Davis Health Care. She was born in Wilmington on September 23, 1915, to the late Joseph T. Ritter and Lula Seitter Ritter. She was the widow of George William Burton who passed away in 1991 and was preceded in death by a grandson, Phil William Burton. Mrs. Ritter was a member of Bethany Presbyterian Church for over 50 years where she was appointed the first female Elder of the church. She was a professional bookkeeper for the old Wilmington Saving and Trust Bank and later Wachovia Bank from 1956 until her retirement in 1980. She was a member of
ABWA and the Wrightsboro Home Demonstration Club for many years.
She is survived by her children, Paul George Burton and wife Jane, Martha Burton Walton and husband Bob, Joseph Jacob Burton and wife Brenda, and Phil William Burton and wife SuAnn; grandchildren, Ashley Burton Wilson, Robert Oliver Walton, III (Trey), Richard Cromwell Walton, Shelby Burton Miller, Lindsay Burton, and Georgianna Lee Burton; great-grandchildren, R.C. Walton, George Burton Walton, Spencer Wilson, Emily Wilson, Zack Miller, Kinga Walton, Reese Jefferson Walton, and Jacob Grant Miller; a sister, Plina Ritter Fountain of Wilmington; and a stepsister, Reba Powers of San Diego, CA.
The family will receive friends on Friday from 1 to 4 PM at Mrs. Burton's residence, 102 Ritter Drive and on Saturday at the church from 10 until 11 AM.
The funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Bethany Presbyterian Church with Rev. Keith Warner and Rev. Robert Swart officiating.  Interment will follow in Wrightsboro Cemetery.
The family would like to extend their special thanks to Tammy Arms, FNP and the staff and personnel of Davis Health Care Center for the kindness and loving care of Mrs. Burton.
Memorials may be made to the Bethany Presbyterian Church, 2237 Castle Hayne Road, Wilmington, NC 28401 or to a charity of one's choice.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/25/2008

Gary Eugene Gore, 62, of Greenview Drive, Wilmington, NC, died Thursday, July 24, 2008, in the New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Mr. Gore was born April 20, 1946, in Horry County, SC, to Mary Verna Gore and the late Hubert Gore. He owned Gore's Coastal Commercial Refrigeration and worked with Jacobi Lewis and Thompson Little Food Services for many years. He was also a retired member of the North Carolina National Guard.
In addition to his mother, Mr. Gore is survived by his wife Faye N. Gore; a son Gary Eugene Gore II of Clayton, NC; a daughter Sabrina G. Dees, husband Tommy, of Four Oaks, NC; a sister Regenia G. Hewett, husband Ted, of Holden Beach, NC; and two grandsons Tyler and Thomas Dees.
A funeral service will be conducted Saturday, July 26, 2008, at 2:00 PM in the Brunswick Funeral Service Chapel officiated by The Reverend Carol Fitzgareld.
Burial will follow in the Jud Gore Cemetery, Tabor City, NC.
The family will receive friends Friday, July 25, 2008, from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at the funeral home and at 2597 Whiteville Road, Ash, at other times.
Casket bearers will be Wade Gore, Anthony Stocks, Mark Gore, Terry Milligan, Phil Gore, and Eugene Gore.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/25/2008
 
Iris Hall, of Wilmington, died July 22, 2008. Iris was born in Wilmington, January 15, 1931, the daughter of the late Archie and Thelma Russ Shepard. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Harvey Deansbury "Sin" Hall, Jr. Iris was a lifelong member of Middle Sound Advent Christian Church.
Iris is survived by a daughter, Dianne Hall, of Goldsboro; a son, Bobby Hall and wife Jerri of Rocky Point; two sisters, Beatrice Carter and husband Allan and Faye McDaniel and husband Marian. She is also survived by granddaughters, Alaura and Kristen Morris and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held at 11AM Friday at Prospect Cemetery.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/25/2008

Clara Cooke Jones of Wilmington, NC, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, after an extended illness.
Clara was born December 31, 1926, in Surry County, NC to the late Roscoe E. and Sarah Lillian Hunter Cooke. She was preceded in death by her sister, Josephine Arrington.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of fifty-nine years, George F. Jones of Wilmington, NC; her children, Frank Jones and wife, Sharon of Wilmington, and Sarah Jones Burris and husband Gary of Indian Trail, NC; also four grandchildren, whom in her words, "were her greatest joy and made her life complete," Catherine and Logan Burris and Emily and Franklin Jones.
Clara retired from the New Hanover County Board of Education having had the privilege of teaching second and third grade students for thirty-eight years.
After her retirement, Clara spent countless hours in the public schools as a volunteer (Wesley Tutors Reading Program) helping special children learn to read.
She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority and a charter member of Cape Fear Chapter O.E.S. and a faithful member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the many angels of Davis Health Care, West 1, for their love, care, and support. The family will receive friends from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday, July 25, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel, 4108 South College Road.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, 1401 South College Road by the Rev. Francis Daniel.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wesley Tutors, c/o Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church.
"And He said, " I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the Kingdom of heaven." Matthew 18:3
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/25/2008

Jennifer Diane Martin 58, of Wilmington died Monday July 21, 2008, at her home.
Born in Andrews, SC, February 16, 1950, the daughter of the late Wilford Glisson and Easland Benton.
Surviving are daughter, Lindsey M. Cheshire and husband, Joseph Blount Cheshire VI, of Wilmington
A memorial service will be held 11:00 A.M Saturday July 26, 2008, at United Advent Christian Church 4912 S. College Road Wilmington. The Reverend Adrian Shepard will officiate the service.
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403. (910) 791-9099
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/25/2008

Lori Anne Rosalia, 43, of Wilmington, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Lori was born November 17, 1964, in Charleston, WV, daughter of Macel Cavender McCommack and Emil David McCommack.
She was a member of Marmet First Baptist Church, Marmet, WV, and a graduate of the University of Charleston. Lori was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Her family was her favorite hobby. She was the model of strength and courage with unshakable faith.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Steve Rosalia; son, Alex Rosalia; daughter, Rachel Rosalia; sister, Shari Collias; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be 1pm Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Andrews Valley Chapel, with Rev. Mark Opgrand officiating. The family will receive friends, at the funeral home, prior to the service, from 12 Noon until the service hour.
Memorials may be made in Lori's name to the Lupus Foundation of America, 2540 Plantation Center Drive, Suite 4B, Matthews, NC 28105.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/25/2008

Brett, Bernard Bullard, 69, of 15 Castle St., died Saturday, July 19, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

Broadmeyer Jr., Albert Arthur, died Thursday, July 17, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Cape Fear Crematory.

Brown, Geneva, of 1114 S. Seventh St., died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday at John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Carpenter, Virginia "Ginger," 59, formerly of Charlotte, died Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

Carroll Jr., Arthur S., 86, died Monday, July 21, 2008. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home, Oleander Chapel.

Davis, Victoria, 87, died Thursday, July 24, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

Fletcher, Nancy M., 67, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

Green, Alfred "Slick" Lee, of 1616 Military Cutoff Road, died Wednesday, July 9, 2008, at home. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church. Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.

Gruber, Leslie Robert, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Arrangements will be announced by Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.

Horne, David Lee, of 117 St. James Alley, died Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Jesus Christ Worship Center. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.

Johnson, Angela, of 1555 S. 12th St., and formerly of 302 Estates Road, Apt. 109, died Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Bethesda Christian Life Center. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.

Johnson, Hazel, 78, of Castle Hayne, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Home, Oleander Chapel. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Lee, Helen Clemmons, 92, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Windermere Presbyterian Church. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.

Millinor, Frances Carroll Rouse, 81, died Tuesday, July 22, 2008, at Autumn Care. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Sunset Park Baptist Church. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.

Rogowski, Georgette P., 88, died Sunday, July 20, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A memorial Mass will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Castle Hayne. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

Marcia Grace Howell Bullard, slipped away very quietly on Thursday (July 24, 2008) to be with her God.
She was born in NYC, August 8, 1937, daughter of the late George Howell and Grace Mitchell Howell.
Marcia was the "Altar Guild Lady" at St. Paul's Episcopal Church for many years.
She delivered Meals on Wheels and collected cans of food for the food bank. She also worked with the Good Shepherd Home, was a member of the St. Agnes Guild, and did many other good works.
Surviving is her husband, William H. Bullard; four children, Debbie Buchanan, Christine Lutz, Laurie Chapman, and Jeff Bullard; ten grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; three sisters; and many good friends.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, July 28, 2008, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with The Rev. Theodore H. McConnell and The Rev. Ronald Buchanan.
Following the service friends are invited to accompany the family to the Bellamy Memorial Garden at St. Paul's Church where Mrs. Bullard cremated remains will be placed.
In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to the St. Agnes Guild. (checks may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, with St. Agnes Guild in the memo section), 16 North 16th Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/26/2008

Victoria (Vicki) Davis, 87, of Wilmington passed away on Thursday July 24, 2008 at her home.
She was born in New York City on July 28, 1920. Victoria was the oldest of 9 children born to the late Luigi and Donata Castronova. She was predeceased in death by her husband Joseph E. Davis in 1998.
Vicki is survived by her daughter Pat Krieger and husband Chip Krieger of Wilmington NC. Her son Ken Davis of Parsippany NJ. Three Grandchildren, Three Great-Grandchildren.
Victoria was an active member of Bridge Community Church since moving to Wilmington in 2003. Victoria enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, but had a very special love for all children.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 P.M Sunday July 27, 2008 at Azalea Baptist Church 5654 Carolina Beach Road ,Rod West Pastor will officiate the service.
Memorials may be directed in Lieu of flowers to the Bridge Community Church childrens program, 5545 Eagles Nest Drive, Wilmington NC 28409. or 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 Wilmington Star-News on 7/26/2008

Doris Synan Elliott, of Wilmington, died Thursday, July 24, 2008 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Hopewell, VA, April 21, 1937, the daughter of the late Bishop Joseph Alexander Synan and Minnis Evelyn Perdue Synan.
Doris had retired as an Administrator with the Drug Enforcement Administration.
More recently she had taken care of newborn babies in her home and she was a member of Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church and sung in the church choir for many years.
She is survived by her three children; Roger C. Elliott and wife Allison of Stuart, FL, Melodye Elliott Visser and husband Scott of Wilmington, and Kenneth G. Elliott and wife Veronica of Palm Harbor, FL, seven grandchildren; Lauren, William, Ryan, Kenny, Erika, Chelsea, and Kevin, and three brothers and one sister; Maurice Synan, Maureen Gminder, and Dr. Vinson Synan, all of Virginia, and Hubert Vernon Synan of GA.
A memorial service in celebration of Doris' life will be held at Myrtle Grove Presbyterian Church at 3 PM, Sunday, July 27, 2008. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Port City Community Church, 250 Vision Dr., Wilmington, NC 28405.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/26/2008

Patricia Ready, 84, of Shallotte, NC passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2008 surrounded by her loving family.
In 1988, Mrs. Ready retired from Pearson/Prentice Hall in Old Tappan, NJ and moved to Shallotte, NC. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend who loved to cook, garden, and spend
time with her family.
Mrs. Ready was predeceased by her loving husband of 65 years, Joseph, in 2007. She is survived by her children and their spouses; Michael and Cheryl Ready of Oxford, GA; Jon and Linda Ready of West Chester, PA; Gary and Kathy Ready of Atlanta, GA; Brian and Joan Ready of West Nyack, NY; Timothy and Leana Ready of Mooresville, NC; and Patricia and Dieter Dant of Spring Valley, NY.
She is also survived by her grandchildren: Michelle, Jeanie, Joseph, Kevin, Sherry, Stephen, Brian, Erin, Shawn, Scott, and Brenden; and her great-grandchildren, Abigail and Mason; her sister Janice Smith of Calabash,NC; numerous nieces and nephews, and many friends.
A memorial service is scheduled for 3:00 PM Sunday, July 27, 2008 at Camp United Methodist Church, Shallotte, NC. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Camp United Methodist Church, PO Box 776, Shallotte, NC 28459-0766.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/26/2008

Robert Louis Saunders, Jr., 55, of Wilmington, died on Sunday, July 20, 2008.
Robert is survived by his beloved wife, Phyllis and two sons Robert Louis III and Michael Wayne. He was loved by brothers and nephews, family and friends.
Most of all by his favorite fishing buddy and grandson Kedren. Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/26/2008

GOLDSBORO -- William Henry "Bill" Willetts, 78, went to be with his Lord on Thursday at Kitty Askins Hospice Center.
Bill was born in Brunswick County on September 19, 1929 to the late George Finnis Willetts and Rosa Della Reeves Willetts. He was a graduate of East Carolina. For 27 years, Bill served the State of North Carolina as a probation officer. He was known for his love of fishing and for being a master gardener.
Bill was a faithful member of Pine Forest United Methodist Church and the Friendship Sunday School Class for forty-six years. He was past superintendent of the Sunday School, a member of the United Methodist Men and served on various committees. He was recipient of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine from the State of North Carolina. Bill was a member of the Goldsboro Civitan Club, Rosewood School Advisory Board and was
instrumental in getting the first football team at Rosewood. He served his country proudly in the United States Air Force.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 5:00 PM at Pine Forest United Methodist Church with Rev. Tom Hoogerland officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Bill is survived by his loving wife, Mary Bottoms Willetts; his daughters, Joann Neal and husband, Don of Rosewood and Beth Osborne and husband, Glenn of Wilson; his brothers, Walter Willetts of Wilmington, Woodrow Willetts of San Antonio, TX and Hilton Willetts of Whiteville; and four grandchildren, Olivia Neal,
Brooke Neal, Will Osborne and John Osborne.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Evelene Willetts and a brother, George Willetts.
Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made to the memorial fund at Pine Forest United Methodist Church, 867 Hwy. 581 South, Goldsboro, NC 27530 or to Kitty Askins Hospice Center, 2402 Wayne Memorial Drive, Goldsboro, NC 27534.
The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall following the interment and other times at his home, 108 Highwoods Drive, Goldsboro, NC.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/26/2008


Beatrice Rita Galinski 1926 - 2008 Wilmington, N.C.
A memorial Mass for Beatrice Rita Galinski, 81, Wilmington, will be at a later date in Wilmington and will be announced by Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence, Kan.
Mrs. Galinski died Monday, March 31, 2008, at Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community in Lawrence.
She was born May 14, 1926, in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of August and Catherine Lear Liuzzo. She lived in Lawrence from 1968 to 1971, when she moved to Charlotte, N.C. She moved to Wilmington in 1985.
Mrs. Galinski was a homemaker and coached girls’ basketball at St. Stanislaus Catholic High School in Cleveland for many years. She was a member of St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Wilmington, where she was very active in church organizations.
She married Theodore Anthony Galinski on July 19, 1947, in Cleveland. He died May 4, 2001.
She was also preceded in death by a daughter, Cheryl McClain, on March 14, 2008.
Survivors include two daughters, Pat Kuester and husband Dennis, Lawrence, Kan.; Shirley Ball and husband Owen, Sandia Park, N.M.; a son, Theodore J. and wife ndrea, Raleigh, N.C.; a son-in-law, Victor McClain, Somerdale, N.J.; four grandchildren, Kelly Durrill and Daniel, Jacquelyn and Jodi McClain; and four great-grandchildren, Harper and Charlie Davey and Ian and Kyle McClain.
The family suggests memorials to the Heart of America Hospice, sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
A memorial gathering will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the home of Bill and Becky Mondi, 346 Woodlawn Drive, Lawrence.

FROM CAPE FEAR SEAHAWK SQUADRON
Cmdr.  Robert Wheatley Ferrin
1922-2007
Robert Wheatley Ferrin, 85, of Wilmington, died on July 7, 2007, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Robert was a graduate of the Naval Academy and retired after 20 years as a Commander. After his military service, he went on to work for IBM in procurement and shipping. Robert enjoyed years of travel, after retiring and settled down in Wilmington to be close to his beloved Battleship North Carolina.
He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Janis; one son, Marshall and his wife Peggy Ferrin and their son Ted of Oak Hill, VA; one daughter, Martha and her husband Michael D'Ornellas and their children, Autumn and Zachary of Atlanta, GA; one sister, Joan Jenson of St. Angelo, TX; and one sister-in-law, Joyce Christoffersen, who was maid of honor at Robert and Janis' wedding.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in Annapolis, MD.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Battleship North Carolina, 1 Battleship Road, Wilmington, NC 28401.
National Cremation Service.
Consolidated PB4Y-2, Lockheed P2V-7
 
Garland “Buddy” Everett Bell
1919-2006
Garland “Buddy” Everett Bell, 87, of Winter Park, FL, and Wilmington, NC, died on June 23, 2006. He was born in Durham, NC, on May 4, 1919, to the late George Everett and Irene Hatcher Bell.
Garland attended Cambell College and UNC Chapel Hill and graduated from Rollins College, Winter Park, FL, in 1976. During WWII he served on the USS Tuscaloosa and retired as a Commander and pilot in the US Naval Reserves. He retired from the Federal Aviation Agency in 1975, as a Chief Flight Inspector and was active in his
family business: Everett Builders in Wilmington.
He is survived by his wife, Caroline W. Bell, of Winter Park, FL, and Wilmington, NC; one son, William Everett Bell and his wife Teresa of Wilmington; one daughter, Carol Bell Sharp and her husband Robert of Mobile, AL; four grandchildren, Leslie Sharp Johnston and her husband Robert also of Mobile, AL, Patricia Bell Shuford and her husband Lindsay of Wilmington, NC, Joshua Everett Bell of Orlando, FL, and Stanley William Sharp of Daphne, AL; three great-grandchildren; one brother, Franklin Durant Bell of Pittsboro, NC; one sister, Winnifred Bell Waters of Wilmington, NC ; six nephew; one niece and many cousins.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 29, 2006, at Pine Valley United Methodist Church from 3-4:00PM, with a memorial service at 4:00PM. The Rev. Bill Braswell will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Habitat for Humanity, Methodist Children’s Home, Mission Teams at Pine Valley UMC or The First United Methodist Church of Winter Park.
Arrangements by National Cremation Service.
Curtiss SOC-3, Lockheed P2V

Barnhill, Larry Dean, died Saturday, July 26, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.

Bosier, George, of 1529 Village Road Drive Apt. No. 3, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at noon Monday at St. Phillip AME Church. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. Davis Funeral Home-Jordan Memorial Chapel

Irving, Emmett, of 1007 Chestnut St., formerly of 813 Grace St., died Saturday, July 26, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Union Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.

Brett, Bernard Bullard, 69, of 15 Castle St., died Saturday, July 19, 2008, at home. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

Brown, Geneva, of 1114 S. Seventh St., died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday at John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Davis, Delores Louise, 62, died Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Cape Fear Hospital. A graveside service will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Riverview Memorial Park.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw.

Gruber, Leslie Robert, 90, died Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be at noon Friday at Coastal Carolina State Veterans Cemetery, Jacksonville. Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.

Kratina, Margaret Elizabeth, 75, died Thursday, July 24, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.

Jackson, Jason, died Saturday, July 26, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel

Kaplan, Clarence, 90, died Wednesday, July 30, 2008. The funeral will be held later at Arlington National Cemetery. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.

Mintz, Bernice Melton, 77, died Saturday, July 26, 2008. The funeral will be at noon Tuesday at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel. Burial will be at Oleander Memorial Gardens.

Sanders, Tommy, 66, died Friday, July 25, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Lake Forest Baptist Church. Wilmington Burial and

Spell, Gladys Flynn, 82, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Sunset Park Baptist Church. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.

Lazara, Carlos Roque, 61, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at home. The funeral Mass will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Mark Catholic Church. Burial will be in the Philippines.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel Cremation Service.

Smith, Albert J., 73, died Friday, July 25, 2008, at Mariner Healthcare. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

Walton, Joy Marie, 46, died Saturday, July 26, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A memorial service will be at 4 p.m. Sunday at Carolina Beach Lake. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.

Robert Craven Bridger, III, 68, of Wilmington, NC, died Sunday, July 27, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was born in Lumberton, NC, November 30, 1939, son of Dorothy Tyson Bridger of Kure Beach, NC, and the late Robert C. Bridger, Jr. Bobby was a graduate of Bladenboro High School and attended NC State University and Campbell University. He was member of First Baptist Church of Bladenboro and was a veteran of the United States Army.
In addition to his mother, Bobby is survived by a daughter, Ashlyn Ellen Hunt of Charlotte; three grandchildren, Tanner, Luke, and Saylor; four brothers, Frank T. Bridger (Lynda) of Raleigh, Lawrence Bridger of Kure Beach, George Bridger (Jean) of Wilmington, and Quentin Bridger of Kure Beach; a sister, Dorothy Freedland (Irv) of Wilmington; and many nieces and nephews. A son, Robert C. Bridger, IV preceded him in death.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 30, 2008, in the Pine Crest Cemetery in Bladenboro, NC.
In lieu of flowers memorial gifts may be made to SIDS (American SIDS Institute, 509 Augusta Drive, Marietta, GA, 30067.
The family wishes to express heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to Drs. Harris, Lloyd, Nichols, and Young, and to the nurses and staff of 5 North, New Hanover Regional Medical Center, for all the kindness, care, and concern shared with them and with Bobby during this time.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/28/2008
 
Marcia Grace Howell Bullard, slipped away very quietly on Thursday to be with her God.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church.
Following the service friends are invited to accompany the family to the Bellamy Memorial Garden where Mrs. Bullard's cremated remains will be placed.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/28/2008

OAK ISLAND -- Mrs. Frances C. Vining, age 81, of Oak Island, NC, went to be with her Lord and savior on Sunday, July 27, 2008, at Ocean Trail Nursing Center.
Frances was born to the late P.K. and Irene Hill in LaGrange, Georgia on September 14, 1926. Mrs. Vining retired from Southern Bell Telephone Company in 1982 after 35 years of service. She was a Sunday School Teacher for over 20 years and served on several different committees at First Baptist Church of Oak Island until her illness. She also sang in the choir for many years. She loved her Lord and Savior and her church.
She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Tom Vining of Oak Island; a son, Charles Vining Sr. and wife Betty of Oak Island; a daughter, Janice V. Deese and husband Jerry of Matthews, NC; a brother, Calvin Close and wife Betty of Valley, Alabama; 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 1pm until 2pm at First Baptist Church of Oak Island today, Monday, July 28, 2008.
A service to celebrate the life of Frances Vining will be held at First Baptist Church of Oak Island today, Monday, July 28, 2008, at 2pm with Pastor Charlie Carter and Pastor Buddy Freeman officiating.
Graveside services will be held Tuesday July 29, 2008 at 2pm at Evergreen Cemetery, 4426 Central Avenue, Charlotte, NC.
The family would like to give special thanks to Ocean Trail Nursing Center and Lower Cape Fear Hospice for their care and support given to Frances during her illness and also the many friends and Pastor Charlie Carter of First Baptist Church of Oak Island that help with her care at home as well as at Ocean Trail Nursing Center. May God Bless each and everyone for all of your love and kindness.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/28/2008
 
WILMINGTON -- Larry Dean "Peanut" Barnhill, 54, of Wilmington died July 26, 2008. Born in 1954 in New Hanover County, his parents were the late Paul Phillips and Vera N. Barnhill.
Larry is survived by his wife of thirty-two years, Carolyn Barnhill of Shallotte, NC; son, Richard Meeks and wife, Kim; daughters, Tina Cochran and husband, Billy, and Tracie Barnhill; brother, Jerry Barnhill and wife, Nina and their children, Freddie Barnhill and wife, Lynn, Johnny Barnhill and wife, Kristi, and Angela Henry; grandchildren, Joseph and Hannah Cochran and Adam and Tyler Meeks; many nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers assisting with service will be Freddie Barnhill, Roy Lee Barnhill, Billy Cochran, Roy Lee "Bubba" Hawkins, Butch Lawhorn, Charlie Yarborough, Ronnie Graham and Darrell Suggs.
The Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday at Apostolic Tabernacle, 712 Wellington Avenue, officiated by Pastor L. E. Logue. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Coble Ward-Smith, 3915 Oleander Drive.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/29/2008
 
Lillian Rose Brockwell, of Wilmington, died Sunday, July 27, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Vidalia, GA, August 8, 1927, the daughter of the late George Washington and Lelar Stevenson Cooper. She was the widow of Richard Ernest Brockwell. Her granddaughter, Marie Elizabeth Thomas, preceded her in death.
Mrs. Brockwell is survived by her five children, Shirley Moore, Joan Anderson, June O'Connor, Nancy Smith, and Scott Smith; her grandchildren, Pete Moore, Jennifer Moore, Jimmy Moore, Steven Hall, Richard Hall, Leah Hall, Tracy Rose Sherman, Joey Anderson, Mary Anderson, Kathy Fritschi; several great-grandchildren, and her companion for many years, Jim Butler.
A graveside service will be held at 10 AM, Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at Oleander Memorial Gardens.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/29/2008
 
SNEADS FERRY -- Laura Lee Davis, born July 28, 1916, to the late Lester and Annie Norton, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2008, at her home in Sneads Ferry. She was surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Davis has now joined her husband of 68 years, Theron Howard Davis, who passed away on February 6, 2004. But she is survived by their children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Their four children include Tommy Davis and his wife Sadie of Sneads Ferry; Billie Ann Allen and her husband Joe of Shinnston, WV; Buddy Davis and his wife Necia of Sneads Ferry; and Carolyn Hostetler of Sneads Ferry.
They have eight grandchildren: Billy Davis and his wife Lisa; Stevie Davis and his wife Sherri; Warren "Buggs" Hostetler and his wife Stephanie; Thomy Hostetler and his wife Tammy; Joey Allen and Lacy; Jody Davis and his wife Vickie; Melissa Davis and Wayne; and Barbara Edens and her husband Steven.
Mrs. Davis is survived by 20 great-grandchildren including Lauren Gwynn, Ayrien and Rookie Davis; Ryan, Jordan, and Madison Davis; Eden, Tayler, and Zack Hostetler; Chris, Andy, and Alex Hostetler; Haley Allen and Haley Stealey; Hannah and Daniel Davis; and Miranda, Lee, Isaac, and Gracie Edens.
Mrs. Davis was not only "Mamaw" to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, but also to her two great-great-granddaughters, Kaya Gwynn and Meredith Hostetler.
Mrs. Davis was one of six children. Three of her sisters, Susie Hill, Mildred Carroll, and Margie Mitchell, and her brother Bill Norton have passed away. She is survived by her sister Peggy Bass.
For all of us who are a part of Laura Lee's family and life, she will be missed. But here are some of our favorite pieces of her life: gardening in her flowers, eating blueberry dumplings or biscuits and honey at the kitchen table, yelling "wipe your feet", picking strawberries, quilting from hooks in the ceiling, selling sandwiches and nabs to the old, drawbridge construction workers, and running Davis Seafood for 15 years.
Her greatest compliment is that she was a "fierce" mother; loving and protective. She has set a good example for us to follow-much like the good mother from Proverbs. We will do well to follow in her footsteps.
The family will hold her funeral service Tuesday at 4:00 at her home with the procession to the Davis Family Cemetery.
Arrangements are by Jones Funeral Home. Our heartfelt thanks go to Brenda, Angela, Chrissy, and Michelle, at Continuum Hospice. Donations can be made in her memory at Continuum Hospice (3391 Henderson Drive Extension, Jacksonville, NC 28546) or the American Cancer Society (P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718).
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/29/2008 

Wallace Lee Morrow, 85, of Wilmington, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2008.
He was born in South Carolina on December 25, 1922, to the late Jarvis T and Blanche Messer Morrow. At 18 months of age he moved to Waynesville, NC.  He was a WWII veteran, having served in the United States Army, and he retired from the NC State Highway Patrol. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Marie Morrow and several children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Funeral Services were held privately with interment being in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/29/2008

Pauline Hales Corbett, 89, of Marlin Drive, Holden Beach, NC, died Wednesday, July 30, 2008.
Born in Johnston County, NC, on July 2, 1919, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Vida Liles Hales. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband W. Battle Corbett. She was a retired sales associate for the Belk's Department store in the Sanford and Durham, NC areas.
Surviving are her daughter Linda Gilliam, Holden Beach, NC; two grandchildren Allison Stone and husband Kevin, and Carrie Gilliam all of Holden Beach, NC; two great-grandchildren, Grayson and Meredith Stone, Holden Beach, NC.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, August 2, 2008, at 1:00PM in the Brunswick Funeral Service Chapel officiated by the Reverend Eddie Hill.
Entombment will be in the Gethsemane Memorial Park Mausoleum, Zebulon, NC.
The family will receive friends from 6-8PM Friday, August 1, 2008, at the funeral home and at other times from the residence of her daughter, 117 Marlin Drive, Holden Beach, NC.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 10 Doctor's Circle, Suite 4, Supply, NC 28422.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/31/2008

BOLIVIA -- Mrs. Rebecca Hale Long, age 65, of Bolivia, died Tuesday July 29, 2008, at Long Leaf Neuro Medical Center in Wilson, NC.
Mrs. Long was born in Brunswick County on November 4, 1942, and was the daughter of the late Vance and Mable Stanland Long. She is survived by two sons, Jeff Hewett and wife Janet of Raleigh , Chris Long and wife Kitty of Bolivia; two grandchildren, Hunter and Sarah Long; a brother, George E. "Buddy" Long of Naples, FL.
Funeral services will be held Friday, August 1, 2008, at 11 am at Lighthouse Independent Baptist Church, Old Ocean Highway, Bolivia with Pastor Robert Lucas and Pastor Rick Hudgens officiating.
Burial will follow in the Manley Bennett Cemetery, Hickmans Crossroads.
Pallbearers will be, John Vavro, Byron Kirby, Brandon Weiss, Justin Weiss, Mark Hewett, Shane Guyton.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 this evening at the funeral home.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
Published in the Wilmington Star-News on 7/31/2008

A funeral service for Gilmer A. "Gil" Thompson, who died Monday, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel with interment to follow in the Federal Point Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the mortuary from 1:00 p.m. Thursday until the service hour.