Lula ‘Blue’ Thompson Smith, 94, world traveler who visited all 50 states
Lula ‘Blue’ Thompson Smith SOUTHPORT — Lula Thompson Smith, 94, affectionately known as “Blue” to her family and friends, went to be with her Lord on Palm Sunday, April 9, 2017. Mrs. Smith was born...
View ArticleEva Jo Sheline Jones, 60, employed as a clerical worker with local law office
Eva Jo Sheline Jones WILMINGTON — Eva Jo Sheline Jones, 60, went into the arms of the Lord on Monday, April 3, 2017, along with her daughter, Tiffany Renee Cartwright. She was born in Columbus, Ohio,...
View ArticleJulian Dale Southerland, 66
Julian Dale Southerland Mr. J. Dale Southerland, 66, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2017, at Brunswick Cove Nursing Center. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 11, at...
View ArticleMary Margaret Osbourn Causey Tucker, 75, renowned for her baking skills and...
Mary Margaret Osbourn Causey Tucker SUNSET BEACH — Mary Margaret Osbourn Causey Tucker, 75, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 8, 2017, at Brunswick Cove Living Center in Leland, N.C. Margaret was...
View ArticleElaine Smith Hales, 82, remembered for her welcoming smile
Elaine Smith Hales WILMINGTON — Elaine Smith Hales, 82, passed away Saturday, April 8, 2017, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCare Center. She was born July 4, 1934, in Wayne County, Mich., the...
View ArticleTiffany Renee Cartwright, 35, worked as a custodian with Holly Tree School
Tiffany Renee Cartwright WILMINGTON — Tiffany Renee Cartwright, 35, went into the arms of the Lord on Monday, April 3, 2017. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, Feb. 6, 1982, a daughter of the late Eva Jo...
View ArticleEdward John Miastkowski, 76, former teacher with New Hanover County Schools
WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH — Edward John Miastkowski, 76, died Saturday, April 8, 2017, at Carolina Bay HC of Wilmington. He was born March 31, 1941, in Floral Park, N.Y., the son of the late Stanly and...
View ArticleSuzanne Smith Nash, 71, worked as a realtor and broker for over 35 years
Suzanne Smith Nash WILMINGTON — Suzanne Smith Nash passed away Thursday, April 6, 2017, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center, Wilmington. She was born in Danville, Va., Nov. 13, 1945, daughter of the...
View ArticleJohnny Dosher Lockamy, 72, longtime shrimper and dredge boater
Johnny Dosher Lockamy SUPPLY — Johnny Dosher Lockamy, 72, died Saturday, April 8, 2017. Mr. Lockamy was born in Brunswick County Dec. 6, 1944, and was the son of the late George Lockamy Sr. and Ruby...
View ArticleGeorge Anthony ‘Tony’ Rouse, 45, general contractor who built many homes in...
George Anthony ‘Tony’ Rouse WILMINGTON — George Anthony “Tony” Rouse, 45, passed away Friday, April 7, 2017. Born in New Hanover County Feb. 1, 1972, he was a son of Barbara Smith Stewart and John...
View ArticleMargaret Jean ‘Peggy’ Lynch, 72, employed as a registered nurse
SOUTHPORT — Margaret Jean “Peggy” Lynch, 72, passed away Monday, April 10, 2017. She was born in Manhattan, N.Y., April 8, 1945, to William W. Martin and Emilia Salvatore Martin. In addition to her...
View ArticleJamie Landis High, 48, contagious sense of humor and wit will be missed
Jamie Landis High CALABASH — Jamie Landis High, 48, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2017, at McLeod Regional Medical Center, Florence, S.C. He was born May 21, 1968, in Loris, S.C., the son of the late...
View ArticleRalph Harrison Parker Sr., 76, UNCW scholarship named in his honor
Ralph Harrison Parker SOUTHPORT — Ralph Harrison Parker Sr., 76, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2017, at SECU Hospice in Bolivia. Mr. Parker was born in Southport on May 14, 1940, son of the late Harry...
View ArticleLucille E. Dent-DesChamps, 64
Lucille E. Dent-DesChamps WILMINGTON — Lucille E. Dent-DesChamps, 64, passed away Friday, April 7, 2017. A funeral service will be conducted at noon Friday, April 14, at Davis Funeral Home, 901 S. 5th....
View ArticleClaudia Ethel Aaron-Sneed, 74, won many awards with her Irish Setters
Claudia Ethel Aaron-Sneed During the wee morning hours of Monday, April 10, 2017, Claudia Ethel Aaron-Sneed, 74, left this world peacefully to start a new life in eternity with her parents and...
View ArticleMonika Theresa Beeker, 56
Monika Theresa Beeker CAROLINA BEACH — Monika Theresa Beeker, 56, died Thursday, April 6, 2017. Monika was born in Guilford, N.C., to Walter and Louise Efird on Aug. 18, 1960. She was preceded in death...
View ArticleKenneth Dunn Eason, 76, his barbecue fed masses of friends and neighbors
Kenneth Dunn Eason Kenneth Dunn Eason, 76, passed away suddenly Tuesday, April 11, 2017. He was born in Murrells Inlet, S.C., April 26, 1940, to Edwin Dusenbury Eason and Margaret Lorine Brown Eason....
View ArticleJune Deer Williams, 82, expert in early American silver
June Deer Williams June Deer Williams, 82, departed this life Wednesday, April 12, 2017, surrounded by her children. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, William Henry Williams. She...
View ArticleDouglas MacArthur Huddle, 74, sound tech for local churches for 42 years
SHALLOTTE — Douglas MacArthur Huddle, 74, died after a long illness Wednesday, April 12, 2017, surrounded by his family. He was born in Chester, Penn., to Ernest and Virginia Lundy Huddle. In addition...
View ArticlePauline ‘Jeannette’ Robards Pierce, 85, formerly employed with Brunswick...
Pauline Jeannette Pierce SOUTHPORT — Pauline “Jeannette” Robards Pierce passed away Friday, April 14, 2017, at her home, known as ‘Nannie’s Nut House,’ of 50 years. She was born April 1, 1932, in Rocky...
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