Daniel Harry Baumgarten, 85, ham radio enthusiast
Daniel Harry Baumgarten WILMINGTON — Daniel Harry Baumgarten, 85, beloved husband, father, grandfather and faithful servant of God, was transported to his heavenly home May 16, 2017. “Absent from the...
View ArticleJessie Millard Smith, 91, served in the Army during World War II
WILMINGTON — Jessie Millard Smith, 91, passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Wilmington. He was the beloved husband of Deen Cavenaugh Smith for over 35 years....
View ArticleRichard David DelColle, 70, ranger with Founders Club Golf Course
Richard David DelColle ST. JAMES — Richard David DelColle, 70, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2017. Mr. DelColle was born Feb. 25, 1947, in Philadelphia, Penn., the son of the late Louis Edward DelColle...
View ArticlePhillip Gustatinos Venis, 63, worked with Brunswick County Parks and Recreation
OAK ISLAND — Phillip Gustatinos Venis, 63, formerly of Hillsborough, N.J., passed away Tuesday, May 16, 2017, at his home. Mr. Venis was born Aug. 12, 1953, in Somerville, N.J., son of Ouida Venis and...
View ArticleDorothy Taylor Hendricks, 87
SHALLOTTE — Dorothy Taylor Hendricks, 87, passed away Sunday, May 14, 2017, at Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center. Born Oct. 30, 1929, in Dublin, N.C., she was the daughter of Henry Marshall Taylor...
View ArticleBetty Jo ‘Bo Bo’ Presnell Sloop, 80, faithful member of Long Leaf Baptist Church
Betty Jo ‘Bo Bo’ Presnell Sloop Betty Jo Presnell Sloop, 80, affectionately known as “Bo Bo,” passed away Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. She was born Feb. 12, 1936,...
View ArticleJames Harold ‘Jim’ Mahoney, 85, taught his children ‘how to fix anything’
James Harold ‘Jim’ Mahoney WILMINGTON — James Harold “Jim” Mahoney, 85, died Monday, May 15, 2017, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice. Born Aug. 30, 1931, in Oceanside, N.Y., he was the son of the late John F....
View ArticleCurtis James Robinson Sr., 54, enjoyed researching world religions
Curtis James Robinson SUNSET BEACH — Curtis James Robinson Sr., 54, died Monday, May 15, 2017, at 11:30 p.m. He was at the SECU Hospice House of Brunswick, Bolivia, N.C. Born Dec. 4, 1962, Curtis was...
View ArticleJames Lawrence, 83, spent many years building successful companies
James Lawrence James Lawrence, 83, passed away at his home Friday, May 19, 2017. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dee, who he deeply loved. He is survived by his four children, Jesse Lawrence,...
View ArticleAngela ‘Angie’ Williamson Long, 62, member of First Baptist Church of Shallotte
Angela ‘Angie’ Williamson Long SHALLOTTE — Angela “Angie” Williamson Long, 62, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2017, at the SECU Hospice House of Brunswick in Bolivia, N.C. She was born Nov. 12, 1954, in...
View ArticleDeAnne Michelle Christine Verbeck Thompson, 50, known for her courage and grace
DeAnne Michelle Thompson On Monday, May 15, 2017, our beloved daughter, sister and friend, DeAnne Michelle Christine Verbeck Thompson, 50, was released from her earthly body and passed into heaven free...
View ArticleSchelvia ‘Sam’ Watkins Bennett, 79, enthusiastic and talented golfer
Schelvia ‘Sam’ Watkins Bennett OAK ISLAND — Schelvia “Sam” Watkins Bennett, 79, passed away Saturday, May 13, 2017, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice in Wilmington, N.C. She was born May 21, 1937, in...
View ArticleBobby Ben Bennett, 82, owned Oak Island Marine and Machine Shop
Bobby Ben Bennett OAK ISLAND — Bobby Ben Bennett, 82, passed away Sunday, Feb. 26, 2017, at Dosher Memorial Hospital in Southport, N.C. He was born Nov. 28, 1934, in Reidsville, N.C. His parents were...
View ArticleKathleen Frances Jones, 84, enjoyed helping those who were troubled
Kathleen Frances Jones Kathleen Frances Jones, 84, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2017, peacefully with loved ones by her side. Kathleen was born July 12, 1932, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Joseph and Rose...
View ArticleClaudia E. Eastmond, 61, founding member of Pink Heals Cape Fear Chapter
WILMINGTON — Claudia E. Eastmond, 61, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2017, at her home. Mrs. Eastmond was born Dec. 15, 1955, in Red Bank, N.J., daughter of the late Frank and Iva Pennetti Engelmann....
View ArticleBarbara Trulove ‘Bobbie’ Alsbrook, 87, lived for ‘all things social’
Barbara Trulove ‘Bobbie’ Alsbrook WILMINGTON — Barbara Trulove “Bobbie” Alsbrook, 87, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Davis Healthcare Center, Wilmington. She was the wife of the late Clarence J....
View ArticleWayne Joseph O’Brien, 77
Wayne Joseph O’Brien HAMPSTEAD — Wayne Joseph O’Brien, 77, died Saturday, May 20, 2017. He was born Dec. 30, 1939, in Buffalo, N.Y., to Joseph and Minerva Guidotto O’Brien. He is survived by his wife,...
View ArticleElizabeth ‘Lib’ Rice Britt, 84, rarely seen without a smile
Elizabeth ‘Lib’ Rice Britt Elizabeth ‘Lib’ Rice Britt, 84, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2017, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice, Wilmington. She was born May 4, 1933, in Lumberton, N.C., to Neil and Myrel...
View ArticleCarl F. Shirdon Jr., 74, known for his hard work and generosity
Carl F. Shirdon Jr. SHALLOTTE — Carl F. Shirdon Jr., 74, went peacefully to be with the Lord Friday, May 19, 2017, at home with his beloved wife, Janet, by his side surrounded by family. He was born...
View ArticleElizabeth S. Newkirk, 84
Elizabeth S. Newkirk WILMINGTON — Elizabeth S. Newkirk, 84, passed away Saturday, May 20, 2017. A memorial service will be conducted at 1 p.m., Thursday, May 25, at Davis Funeral Home, 901 S. 5th Ave.,...
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