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Jeffrey Lynn Johnson, 61, diver who created Maritime Motion Pictures
Jeffrey Lynn Johnson WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH — Captain Jeffrey Lynn Johnson, 61, left us on Friday, Jan. 6, 2017, to be with his maker. Jeff was born in Japan on Jan. 5, 1956. His mother, Charlotte Johnson,...
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James B. “Jim” Stevens, 71, patriarch, president and CEO of Stevens Hardware...
James B. “Jim” Stevens WILMINGTON — James B. “Jim” Stevens, 71, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Jan. 16, 2017. He was born on April 18, 1945, in Salina, Kansas, to the late Tillman E. and Inez J....
View ArticleBetty High McKee, 87, active member of Oak Island Presbyterian Church
OAK ISLAND — Betty High McKee, 87, passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017. Mrs. McKee was born June 13, 1929, in Whiteville, the daughter of the late Thomas J. High and Bertha G. High. She worked for...
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Rebecca Gail “Becky” Easterling Mohr, 67, relished the opportunity to volunteer
Rebecca Gail “Becky” Easterling Mohr OAK ISLAND — Rebecca Gail “Becky” Easterling Mohr, 67, beloved wife, mother and gramma, formerly of Charlotte, N.C., passed away peacefully with her family by her...
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George A. “The Duke” Saffo, 92, operated the Heart of Wilmington Motel and...
George A. “The Duke” Saffo WILMINGTON — George A. Saffo, 92, known by many as “The Duke,” passed into the arms of the Lord peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center....
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Albert W. Benjamin Jr., 75, proud and independent man with a big heart
Albert W. Benjamin Jr. HAMPSTEAD — Albert W. Benjamin Jr., 75, died Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017. He was born December 21, 1941, in Towanda, Pa., to the late Albert E. and Lulu Mayo Benjamin. Albert was...
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William Harvey “Bill” Weinel Jr., 92, founder of Glen Meade OB-GYN
William Harvey Weinel Jr. WILMINGTON — Dr. William Harvey “Bill” Weinel Jr., 92, passed away peacefully Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017. He was born in Asheboro, N.C., on Aug. 16, 1924, to William Harvey Weinel...
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Thomas E. Oliphant, 85, retired from Babcock & Wilcox after 33 years’ service
Thomas E. Oliphant WILMINGTON — Thomas E. Oliphant, 85, passed away on Monday, Jan. 16, 2017, after an extended illness. Mr. Oliphant was born in Wilmington on Feb. 15, 1931, to Sara Stokley and James...
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Samuel Curtis “Sam” Proctor, 76, pilot who started flying at age 14
Samuel Curtis “Sam” Proctor WILMINGTON — Samuel Curtis “Sam” Proctor, 76, passed away Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, at Duke University Hospital in Durham, N.C. He was born May 16, 1940, in Florence County,...
View ArticleBetty Lou Dail St.Clair, 75, never missed a day of work
WILMINGTON — Betty Lou Dail St.Clair, 75, died Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Betty Lou was born in Wilson, N.C., the daughter of the late Archie Monroe and Mildred...
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John Edward Rossi, 9/2/1989-1/23/2010, forever in our hearts
John Edward Rossi Seven long and painful years have passed since you were so senselessly taken taken from us. The pain doesn’t stop, time does not heal, and the broken hearts will never mend. The...
View ArticleCatherine Higdon, 62, loved a good cup of coffee and watching ghost-hunting...
CAROLINA BEACH — Catherine Higdon, 62, died Friday, Jan. 20, 2017, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. She was born Nov. 1, 1954, in Clarksville, Tenn. Ms. Hidgon worked at the Walmart located on...
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Rhoda Carroll Shaw Ping, 96, inspired her community to work together
Rhoda Carroll Shaw Ping WILMINGTON — Rhoda Carroll Shaw Ping, 96, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 22, 2017, at her residence in The Commons of Brightmore. Rhoda was born in Morgantown, W.Va., on...
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Larry Earl James Sr., 71, retired from General Electric after 31 years’ service
Larry Earl James Sr. CASTLE HAYNE — Larry Earl James Sr., 71, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017. Mr. James was born in Florence County, S.C., a son of the late Ethel...
View ArticleEdward Stephen Wagner, 97, successful automobile salesman
Edward Stephen Wagner, 97, passed away Friday, Jan. 20, 2017, in Wilmington. He was born in Suffolk County, N.Y., on July 6, 1919, to George and Barbara Wagner. Edward was a proud veteran of the U.S....
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Rebecca Elizabeth Grace, 73
Rebecca Elizabeth Grace BOILING SPRING LAKES — Rebecca Elizabeth Grace, 73, died Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017, at her home. Mrs. Grace was born in Delaware County, Pa., on Oct. 17, 1943, and was the...
View ArticleWalter Edward Johnson, 90, proud and patriotic Army veteran
WILMINGTON — Walter Edward Johnson, 90, died Friday, Jan. 20, 2017. He was born Sept. 29, 1926, in Brooklyn, N.Y. Walter proudly served in the U.S. Army and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He...
View ArticleMarilyn C. Fine, 88, enjoyed annual trips throughout Europe
Marilyn C. Fine was born on Sept. 4, 1928, in Charleston, S.C., and passed away peacefully after a long illness Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017, in Wilmington, N.C. She was preceded in death by her beloved...
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Valerie R. Ballard, 56
Valerie R. Ballard WILMINGTON — Valerie R. Ballard, 56, passed away, Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017. Friends are cordially invited to a visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, at Davis Funeral Home, 901...
View ArticleJeanette Smith Parker, 66, co-owner of Shelia’s Country Kitchen
CALABASH — Jeanette Smith Parker, 66, died Monday, Jan. 23, 2017. Born in Columbus County, she was a daughter of the late Johnnie Coval Ward and Vinnie Ward. She was preceded in death by her siblings,...
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