Laura “Jane” Reynolds, 88
SUNSET BEACH — Laura “Jane” Reynolds, 88, died peacefully at her home Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017, with her family at her side. Formerly of Fairfax, Va., Jane was born in Opelika, Ala., Feb. 28, 1928, to...
View ArticleHarold Huffman “Hal” Foley, 88, always ready to offer a helping hand
Harold Huffman Foley SUNSET BEACH — Retired U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Harold Huffman Foley, 88, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017, with his loving girls by his side. Mr. Foley was affectionately known to...
View ArticleAaron Michael Shreve, 42, surfer who traveled the world in search of the...
SHALLOTTE — Aaron Michael Shreve, 42, departed this earthly world on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017. He was a Shallotte resident and was considered a local on Ocean Isle Beach and could often be found surfing...
View ArticleGladys Elizabeth Milligan Russ, 101, owned and operated D.C. Russ General Store
Gladys Elizabeth Milligan Russ SHALLOTTE — Gladys Elizabeth Milligan Russ, 101, died Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017. Born in Brunswick County, N.C., on Feb. 23, 1915, she was a daughter of Harvey D. Milligan...
View ArticleArgienell Spears Giles, 79, sang with many church choirs throughout her travels
Argienell Spears Giles Mrs. Argienell “Doll,” “Nell,” “Mom” Spears Giles, 79, born April 27, 1937, the sixth child of the late Joe Willie Spears Sr. and Idella Winston Spears in Cario, Ill., passed...
View ArticleDavid Nelson Everett, 55, former teacher at Belville Elementary School
David Nelson Everett WILMINGTON — David Nelson Everett, 55, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017. He was born in Wilmington, N.C., Oct. 25, 1961. David graduated from New Hanover High School, Class of...
View ArticleRichard Egan Holden, 54, cherished friend who loved with his whole heart
Richard Egan Holden SOUTHPORT — Richard Egan Holden, 54, passed suddenly on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017, in Virginia Beach, Va. Ricky was preceded in death by his grandparents, Samuel Wesley and Edna...
View ArticleJeffie Mae Lookabill Nichols, 79
WILMINGTON — Jeffie Mae Lookabill Nichols, 79, formerly of Lexington, N.C., passed peacefully in her sleep Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, at Autumn Care of Myrtle Grove. The family is comforted knowing God...
View ArticleMyrtle Bellamy Clark, 86, loved working as a cosmetologist
Myrtle Bellamy Clark HAMPSTEAD — Myrtle Bellamy Clark, 86, passed away Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, at home surrounded by family. She was born Sept. 9, 1930, to Joseph and Melissa Bellamy in Hickman’s...
View ArticleNathan John Lechleitner, 44, admired for his strength and determination to...
Nathan John Lechleitner SOUTHPORT — Nathan John Lechleitner, 44, passed away Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017. Nathan was born May 23, 1972, in Huntington, N.Y. As a beloved son, brother and friend, he will...
View ArticleRyan Michael Menke, 18, adventurous spirit who enjoyed trying new things
Ryan Michael Menke WILMINGTON — Ryan Michael Menke, 18, passed away Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, at Southeastern Regional Medical Center, Lumberton, N.C. Born on Sept. 25, 1998, he was the son of Michael Ray...
View ArticleDana Michelle Wilson, 18, biology major at UNC-Charlotte
Dana Michelle Wilson WILMINGTON — Dana Michelle Wilson, 18, passed away Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, at Southeastern Regional Hospital in Lumberton, N.C. She was born on Sept. 24, 1998, to parents Teddi Ann...
View ArticleErnest Bradley Murry Jr., 71, enjoyed building ships in bottles
WILMINGTON — Ernest Bradley Murry Jr., 71, passed away Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was born April 18, 1945, in Dillon, S.C., to the late Ernest B. Murry Sr. and...
View ArticlePaul MacArthur Canada Jr., 90, entrepreneur who established three companies
Paul MacArthur Canada WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH — Paul MacArthur Canada Jr., 90, died Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017, at his residence. Born Jan. 19, 1927, in Elizabeth, N.J., he is a son of Paul M. Canada Sr. and...
View ArticleWilliam David ‘Bill,’‘B.J.’ Johnson, 70, radio personality with B.J. in the...
William David “Bill,” “B.J.,” Johnson William David “Bill,” “B.J.” Johnson, 70, passed away Monday, Feb. 6, 2017, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Bill was born in Wilmington on June 18, 1946,...
View ArticleFrancesca Lamanna, 85
Francesca Lamanna Francesca Lamanna,85, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, Feb 12, 2017, at the Hospice Care Center. Born on Feb. 16, 1931, to Antonio and Catherina Aidala, she can now celebrate...
View ArticleJames Robert Dawkins, 89
James Robert Dawkins WILMINGTON — James Robert Dawkins, 89, passed away Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Jewell Payne Dawkins. He is survived by his sons James...
View ArticleDinah Kathleen Moore, 40, collected friends from all over the country
Dinah Kathleen Moore WILMINGTON — Dinah Kathleen Moore, 40, lost her battle with mental illness Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017. Dinah was born on May 6, 1976, in Fairfax, Va., to Cricket Sherman Moore and...
View ArticleJoseph D. Standeven, 81, designed microelectronic chips for some of the...
SOUTHPORT — Joseph D. Standeven, 81, passed away at home Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017, surrounded by family. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Joanne; three sons, David (Diane), Paul (Janet)...
View ArticleBilly Wade Russ, 81, lifetime member of Old Shallotte Baptist Church
Billy Wade Russ ASH — Billy Wade Russ, 81, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017. Billy Wade was born in Brunswick County on March 19, 1935, the son of the late...
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