May 2008 Obituaries

ABBOTT, SHIRLEY (JOHN)

Shirley (John) Abbott passed away May 5th, 2008. He is survived by his loving
wife of 55 years. Viriginia Ashwell Abbott, his children Pamela Joy Abbott,
Sharon Kay Embry and grandaughter April Renee Embry. He was preceded in
death by his son Keith Alan Abbott.
John was employed by the Virginia state police, after 32 years he retired as 1st
Lieutenant. Two years later, he returned to the Dept. working as an applicant
investigator for 14 years.
His funeral was held May 7th in Richmond, Virginia. Graveside servcie May 8th
at Virginia Memorial Park, Forest Virginia.
John was a member of Wrightsville Beach Uninted Methodist Church where a
Memorial service is schduled for Wedsday May 21 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made to Virginia Abbott for April Embry's education fund.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

BALDWIN, JIMMIE RAY G.B.W.

Jimmie Ray "G.B.W." Baldwin, 62, of Wilmington, NC, (Masonboro
Community) passed away Sunday, May 18, 2008, at his residence.
He was born August 6, 1945, in Wilmington, NC, son of Ruth Hinson
Baldwin of Wilmington, and the late Junius Otto Baldwin.
In addition to his mother, Jimmy is survived by his wife, Carolyn Mintz
Baldwin; daughters, Tammy Baldwin Rogers and Gina Rae Baldwin; a
stepson, Gerald Mintz and wife Wanda; grandson, Julian Dalton Rogers;
stepgrandsons, Matthew and Jesse Mintz; and a sister, Dixie McGowan
and husband Del.
Jimmie served in the United States Army as a Korean Peace Keeper, the
Vietnam War, and was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans.
He loved gardening for his family and friends. He spent lots of time as a
shed sitter with a live cedar tree growing in the center and up into the clouds.
He enjoyed having this hideaway to be with his many buddies and cooking
on his woodstove.
Jimmie's family would like to especially thank Lower Cape Fear Hospice and
the Zimmer Cancer Center of all of their thoughtfulness.
A gathering of family and friends to celebrate the life of Jimmie will be held
from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Andrews Mortuary
Valley Chapel, 4108 South College Road, Wilmington.
In lieu of flowers memorial gifts honoring Jimmie may be made to Lower Cape
Fear Hospice or a charity of individual choice.
A Valley Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Beaulieu, Lavenia Bass

82, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The
funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Bell, Zandia

of 1211 King St., died Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at MCV Hospital, Richmond, Va.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. Burial
will be in Calvary Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

BRYAN, JAMES MALCOLM HALL

James Malcolm Hall Bryan, 86, of Wilmington, NC, formerly of Hampstead, NC, died
Saturday, May 17, 2008, in Cape Fear Hospital.
He was born in New Hanover Co., on July 20, 1921, the son of the late Jesse Augustus
and Mamie Walker Bryan. He was preceded in death by wife, Lottie Farrow Bryan,
brothers, Jack and J.C. Bryan.
Mr. Bryan served in the U.S. Navy. He also served as an Adult Sunday School teacher
at Scotts Hill Baptist Church and as a deacon at Blakes Chapel. He retired from the
Wilmington Police Department as a Detective.
Surviving are two daughters, Linda Grassi of Syracuse, NY and Diane Hallman of
Landrum, SC; grandsons, Edward G. Lee, Jr. of Raleigh, NC, Michael Scott Lee of
Lake Park, FL, Daniel James Hallman of Tampa, FL; great-grandson, Mason Scott
Lee of Lake Park, FL; sister, Helen Mae Mays of Augusta, GA; many brother and
sister-in-laws, and cousins, including, Chuckie Walker of Wilmington, NC, and also
an aunt, Gwendolyn Todd.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Greenlawn
Memorial Park by Rev. Edward Dowd.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 ? 3:00 p.m. Monday at Andrews Mortuary
Market Street Chapel.
Special thanks to his brother-in-law, Kenneth Farrow and wife, Pat for their tender
loving care.
Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S.17th Street,
Wilmington, NC 28401
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News from 5/18/2008 - 5/19/2008.

SMITH Jr., LEMUEL (LEM) ALEXANDER

Lemuel (Lem) Alexander Smith, Jr. passed away on Saturday afternoon, May
17, 2008. He died peacefully at his home in Clarkton with his beloved family by
his side.
Mr. Smith was a World War II veteran, and graduate of the University of North
Carolina-Chapel Hill where he was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Lem
had a long and active career in business as a car dealer, oil distributor, and
textile executive in Bladen County. He retired in 1995 as budget officer and
assistant director of the Division of Services for the Blind in Raleigh.
Lem's great passions were his community, his church, and his family.
Active in civic affairs, Mr. Smith served as a member of the selection committee
of the John Motley Morehead Foundation, Bladen County Board of Education,
Bladen County Hospital Board, advisory board of People's Savings and Loan
Association, Clarkton Town Council, and the Clarkton Lions Club. He was twice
elected Mayor of Clarkton (1953-57 and 1968-71), chairman of the Farmer's Day
Committee (1954), and recently served as chairman of the Clarkton Zoning and
Planning Board.
A lifelong member of Clarkton Presbyterian Church, Mr. Smith was a devoted Sunday
School teacher and superintendent, deacon, and elder. He also served as a member
and chairman of the Wilmington Presbytery Council, moderator of the Wilmington
Presbytery, and in recent years was a delegate to the Synod of the Mid-Atlantic.
Family was always a central part of his life and he drew great joy from teaching his
children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and numerous
of their friends to water ski at White Lake and the Intra-Coastal Waterway. Saturday
night steaks on the grill with family and friends was a decades long ritual now
traditionalized by much of his extended family. Relaxing and visiting ("porchin") on
the long front porch of his home was another family staple. In the past five years,
he never missed a chance to lead the cheering section for his granddaughter Annalie's
figure skating competitions.
Lem is survived by his wife, Opal Gray Meggs Smith; daughter Kelly Gray Smith
Ricketts and husband Curtis D. Ricketts of Clayton, NC; son Lemuel Alexander
Smith, III and wife Donis Noe Smith of Wilmington, NC; granddaughter Annalie Kelly
Gray Ricketts of Clayton; and stepgrandson Nicholas John Noe of Charlotte, NC.
He is also survived by a brother, Charles David Smith and wife Betty Jo Smith of Plant
City, Florida, sister-in-law Annabelle Smith, of Charlotte, NC; sister-in-law Marilyn
Meggs Lewis and husband Sonny Lewis of Jamestown, NC; brother-in-law Dale
Preetorius of Martinez, Ga.; brother-in-law Norwood Lesane Meggs of Clarkton; 18
nieces and nephews, and 42 grandnephews and grandnieces.
The family will receive family and friends at Bladen Gaskins Funeral Home in
Elizabethtown on Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00pm.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at Clarkton
Presbyterian Church. A private family burial will precede the memorial service at
10:00 a.m. at Clarkton Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Clarkton Presbyterian Church, PO Box 663, Clarkton,
NC 28433; and Community Home Care and Hospice, 411 S. Poplar Street,
Elizabethtown, NC 28337.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

THRIFT, MARY

BELMONT -- Mary Thrift, 84, formerly of Belmont, went home to be with the
Lord on Saturday May 17, 2008. She was born in Rutherfordton Co., daughter
of the late Lewis and Reatha McSwain; was preceded in death by her husband
William C. Thrift. She was a member of Lighthouse Full Gospel Church in Mt
Holly.
Survivors include four children Billy F. Thrift of Stanley, Reatha Poovey and
husband Phil of Dallas, Frances Oliver of Belmont, David Thrift and wife Derinda
of Wilmington, NC, 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Thrift will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday May
20, 2008, at the Lighthouse Full Gospel Church with Reverend Herman Winkler
officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery. The family will
receive friends at the church from 12 noon ? 2:00 p.m. Tuesday and other times
at the home of Reatha and Phil Poovey, 1307 Dallas-Stanley Highway, Dallas.
Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mt Holly is in charge of arrangements.

Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Wilson Sr., Fred Richard

of 7001 Carolina Beach Road, died Friday, May 16, 2008, in Goldsboro.
Arrangements will be announced by Jordan Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Carter, Edward Mills

84, of Chadbourn, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at Liberty Commons,
Whiteville. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Chadbourn Baptist
Church. Burial will be in Columbus Memorial Park, Whiteville. Worthington
Funeral Home, Chadbourn.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Dwaileebe, Raymond Norman

88, of Leland, and formerly of New York, died Saturday May 17, 2008.
Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Graham, John 'Billy' William

65, died Thursday, May 15, 2008. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m.
Wednesday at Oleander Memorial Park. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service,
Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Hinson Jr., James D.

43, of Southport, died Friday, May 16, 2008. A graveside service will be at
3 p.m. Tuesday at Antioch Baptist Church. Peacock-Newnam & White,
Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Jones, Debra Ann

of 811 S. 12th St., died Monday, May 12, 2008, at Onslow Memorial Hospital,
Jacksonville. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Monday at John H. Shaw's
Sons Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Kiverchuk, Patricia M.

72, died Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice &
LifeCareCenter. A Mass will be at 3 p.m. Monday at St. Therese Catholic
Church, Wrightsville Beach. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Lewis, Lucille Helen

78, of Royal Oak Road, NW, Shallotte, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at
home. Arrangements will be announced by Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Lewis, Vance

89, of 3353 Peanut Plan Road, Elizabethtown, died Sunday, May 18, 2008,
at Bladen County Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by Peoples
Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Livengood, Betty Jo Brinson

77, of Castle Hayne, died Friday, May 16, 2008. The funeral will be at
2 p.m. Monday graveside at Sea Lawn Memorial Park, Hampstead. Coble
Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Lynn, Wiley Thurman

84, of Whiteville, died Sunday, May 18, 2008. Arrangements will be announced
by Worthington Funeral Home, Chadbourn.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

McKoy, Pennie Green

of 605 S. 14th St., died Monday, May 12, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice
& LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Baptist
Church. Burial will be in Northeast Ayden Cemetery, Ayden. John H. Shaw's
Sons Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Nixon, Larry Wayne

Fcroom
49, of Burgaw, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at home. A private memorial
service will be held at a later date. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Provost, Sarah 'Aunt Sarah' Matthews

71, of Hubert, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be
announced by Jones Funeral Home, Swansboro.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Shaw, Major Paul

59, of 416 Brandy Mill Blvd., Myrtle Beach, S.C., died Wednesday, May 14,
2008, at Grand Strand General Hospital. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday
at Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville. Burial will be in the Columbus County
Singing Union Cemetery, Tabor City.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

May 22, 2008

Brewer, LeRoy

Brewer, LeRoy Earl, 71, of Southport, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008. A
memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at St. James Chapel.
Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Butler, William

Butler, William Lee, 54, died Friday, May 16, 2008. A memorial service will
be at 5 p.m. Thursday at St. Peter the Fisherman Episcopal Church.
Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

CANADY, JOE

Joe Canady, 63, of Ogden died Tuesday May 20, 2008 at his home.
Born in Cumberland County, November 20, 1944 the son of the late
William Levitte Canady and Mildred Watson Canady. Joe attended the
Church of God of Prophecy and was a pipe fitter by trade.
Surviving are his wife of 42 years Teresa; sons Joey Canady of Hampstead;
Brian Canady and wife Lisa Canady of Wilmington; Gary Canady of
Wilmington, brothers Earl Canady of Quinlan, TX; Fred Canady and Richard
Canady both of Wilmington and Terry Canady of Lumberbridge, NC., sisters
Ann Davis; Carolyn White; Kathryn Wilson; Linda Davis all of Gray's Creek,
NC., grandchildren Lilly; Daisy; Summer; and Alex.
A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday May 22, 2008 at Church
of God of Prophecy on South College Road. The Pastor Lawrence Brewer
will officiate.
Memorials may be directed to the Church of God of Prophecy.
The family gives special thanks to Judy Canady for the help and love she
has given during Joe's illness.
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington,
NC 28403 (910) 1-9099
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

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SMITH Jr., LEMUEL (LEM) ALEXANDER*

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Lemuel (Lem) Alexander Smith, Jr. passed away on Saturday afternoon, May
17, 2008. He died peacefully at his home in Clarkton with his beloved family by
his side.
Mr. Smith was a World War II veteran, and graduate of the University of North
Carolina-Chapel Hill where he was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Lem
had a long and active career in business as a car dealer, oil distributor, and
textile executive in Bladen County. He retired in 1995 as budget officer and
assistant director of the Division of Services for the Blind in Raleigh.
Lem's great passions were his community, his church, and his family.
Active in civic affairs, Mr. Smith served as a member of the selection committee
of the John Motley Morehead Foundation, Bladen County Board of Education,
Bladen County Hospital Board, advisory board of People's Savings and Loan
Association, Clarkton Town Council, and the Clarkton Lions Club. He was twice
elected Mayor of Clarkton (1953-57 and 1968-71), chairman of the Farmer's Day
Committee (1954), and recently served as chairman of the Clarkton Zoning and
Planning Board.
A lifelong member of Clarkton Presbyterian Church, Mr. Smith was a devoted
Sunday School teacher and superintendent, deacon, and elder. He also served as
a member and chairman of the Wilmington Presbytery Council, moderator of the
Wilmington Presbytery, and in recent years was a delegate to the Synod of the
Mid-Atlantic.
Family was always a central part of his life and he drew great joy from teaching
his children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and
numerous of their friends to water ski at White Lake and the Intra-Coastal Waterway.
Saturday night steaks on the grill with family and friends was a decades long ritual
now traditionalized by much of his extended family. Relaxing and visiting ("porchin")
on the long front porch of his home was another family staple. In the past five years,
he never missed a chance to lead the cheering section for his granddaughter Annalie's
figure skating competitions.
Lem is survived by his wife, Opal Gray Meggs Smith; daughter Kelly Gray Smith
Ricketts and husband Curtis D. Ricketts of Clayton, NC; son Lemuel Alexander Smith,
III and wife Donis Noe Smith of Wilmington, NC; granddaughter Annalie Kelly Gray
Ricketts of Clayton; and stepgrandson Nicholas John Noe of Charlotte, NC.
He is also survived by a brother, Charles David Smith and wife Betty Jo Smith of Plant
City, Florida, sister-in-law Annabelle Smith, of Charlotte, NC; sister-in-law Marilyn
Meggs Lewis and husband Sonny Lewis of Jamestown, NC; brother-in-law Dale
Preetorius of Martinez, Ga.; brother-in-law Norwood Lesane Meggs of Clarkton; 18
nieces and nephews, and 42 grandnephews and grandnieces.
The family will receive family and friends at Bladen Gaskins Funeral Home in
Elizabethtown on Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00pm.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at Clarkton
Presbyterian\Church. A private family burial will precede the memorial service at
10:00 a.m. at Clarkton Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Clarkton Presbyterian Church, PO Box 663, Clarkton,
NC 28433; and Community Home Care and Hospice, 411 S. Poplar Street,
Elizabethtown, NC 28337.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

STEWART, WILLIAM COOPER

William Cooper Stewart was born to William and Rita Stewart on September 2,
1922, in Parker, Pennsylvania, a small town in the mountains of western
Pennsylvania. He died on May 15, 2008, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was
preceded in death by his brother Richard, who was not only a brother but a dear
and life-long friend. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 62 years, Ellie, who was
his faithful companion and trusted soulmate. He also leaves four loving daughters
and their husbands and companions, Susan (Gregg Bryant), Cindy (Jeff Klum),
Sarah (Jim Liddy) and Nancy (Dave Anderson), and six grandchildren, Matthew,
Andy, Tim, Rob, Adrienne and Scott.
Bill left Parker for his undergraduate education at the University of Michigan, then
entered medical school at the University of Pennsylvania. After receiving his
medical degree in 1943, he served in the United States Army as a flight surgeon.
He returned to Ann Arbor for his pediatric training and was Chief Resident at the
University of Michigan Medical Center during the years 1950-52. After practicing
general pediatrics in Kalamazoo, Michigan for 20 years, he and Ellie and their
two youngest daughters moved to Madison, Wisconsin, where Bill completed a
fellowship in neonatology and was among the first group of physicians board
certified in neonatology. He started the neonatal unit at Bronson Hospital,
Kalamazoo, Michigan, which he named the Special Care Nursery, a title that
reflected what he felt about his young patients and their families�that they were
beloved and truly special.
In 1978, Bill and Ellie moved to Wilmington, North Carolina, where Bill started his
second neonatal unit and continued to provide care for the smallest and most
vulnerable infants. The last ten years of his professional career, Bill focused on
another of his professional interests, developmental pediatrics. His Wilmington-
based practice was dedicated to the care of children with attention deficit disorder
and other neurobehavioral challenges. Ellie, a speech pathologist, joined him
professionally during this phase of his career, providing speech, behavioral and
school consultation services to complement the medical care provided by Bill.
Bill was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fall partridge hunting in the northern Michigan
woods, fishing, sailing, camping and downhill skiing. However, his life-long passion
was golf. He was a member of the University of Michigan Golf Team during his
undergraduate years, and followed that elusive white ball around many, many
courses. He shot an 87 last summer, respectable for an 85-year-old, and that is
no fish story!
Bill lived a life of service. He gave nothing but the best medical care to his young
patients. He served God in many ways, as a Stephen Ministry leader, Sunday
School teacher and member of Kiwanis. He lived to make the world a better place,
and his values and appreciations will live on in those who knew him. He will be
deeply missed.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions made to Starr
Commonwealth, 13725 Starr Commonwealth Road, Albion, Michigan, 49224. To
leave a fond memory of Bill, please go online to www.mem.com. In keeping with
Bill�s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of Bill�s life will be held
at a later date this summer.
Published in the Star-News from 5/18/2008 � 5/19/2008.

THRIFT, MARY

BELMONT -- Mary Thrift, 84, formerly of Belmont, went home to be with the Lord
on Saturday May 17, 2008. She was born in Rutherfordton Co., daughter of the
late Lewis and Reatha McSwain; was preceded in death by her husband William
C. Thrift. She was a member of Lighthouse Full Gospel Church in Mt Holly.
Survivors include four children Billy F. Thrift of Stanley, Reatha Poovey and
husband Phil of Dallas, Frances Oliver of Belmont, David Thrift and wife Derinda
of Wilmington, NC, 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Thrift will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday May
20, 2008, at the Lighthouse Full Gospel Church with Reverend Herman Winkler
officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery. The family will
receive friends at the church from 12 noon ? 2:00 p.m. Tuesday and other times
at the home of Reatha and Phil Poovey, 1307 Dallas-Stanley Highway, Dallas.
Woodlawn Funeral Home of Mt Holly is in charge of arrangements.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

Wilson Sr., Fred Richard

of 7001 Carolina Beach Road, died Friday, May 16, 2008, in Goldsboro.
Arrangements will be announced by Jordan Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/19/2008.

COLLINS, ANNETTA

COLLINS, Annetta Rose (nee Burnett), 91, passed away peacefully on Monday,
April 21, 2008, in Cincinnati, Ohio with family members by her side. A memorial
service will be held at 12 Noon on Saturday, May 24 at the First Presbyterian
Church in High Point, NC.
Annetta was the oldest child of John Henry Burnett, a native of Burgaw, NC and
Ruth Deaton Burnett, a native of Troy, NC. She graduated from Burgaw High
School in 1933. In 1937, Annetta graduated from Greensboro College with a B.A.
degree, majoring in Speech and Dramatics. During the 1937-1938 school year
she studied Dramatics in the graduate school at UNC-Chapel Hill.
Between 1941 and 1946, Annetta taught Math, English and Theater at North
Carolina public high schools in Zebulon, Hallsboro and Clinton. In 1946 she and
Captain Edward Batchelor "Batch" Collins, a World War II veteran of the U.S.
Army Air Corps and a native of Wilson, NC, were married at Carolina Beach, NC.
The couple made their home in High Point. In 1959, Annetta returned to teaching
full-time in the High Point City Schools, teaching at Ferndale Junior High School,
where she continued to teach General Math and Algebra I until her retirement in 1982.
After her husband passed away in 1984, Annetta became reacquainted in 1994
with an old friend, U.S. Air Force Colonel Joseph Benjamin "Joe" Bonner (retired),
who she had first met during the 1930s at Carolina Beach. In April 2000, Joe and
Annetta were married, living in Stokesdale, NC near High Point. Col. Bonner, a
World War II veteran and native of Aurora, NC, passed away in 2003.
Annetta is survived by her two children, Deborah Collins Loflin of Cincinnati, Ohio
and William B. Collins of Cincinnati, Ohio; her children's spouses, Richard M. Loflin
and Karen Fitzpatrick, both of Cincinnati; and her two grandchildren, Charlotte Loflin
and Derek Loflin, both of Cincinnati. She is also survived by six siblings: Ruth Phillips
of Edenton, NC; Gilbert H. Burnett of Wilmington, NC; Susie B. Jones of Raleigh, NC;
Mary Elizabeth Quaintance of Knightdale, NC; Julian H. Burnett of Wilmington, NC and
Sylvia Crippen of Wilmington, NC.

Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008

Hall, Mable

Hall, Mable Walker, of N.C. 11, Willard, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at
Pender Memorial Hospital, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday
at Willard Chapel Baptist Church, Willard. Burial will be in the Community
Cemetery, Willard. Matthews Funeral Service, Willard.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

HEDGEPETH, ALTON

Alton Moore Hedgepeth died at home May 19, 2008, at the wonderful age of
86. He would have been 87 on May 21.
Originally from Oxford, NC, he moved to Williamsburg, VA in 1953. He retired
from the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation with 35 years in Bus Operations.
He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Joyce S Hedgepeth. In addition, he is
survived by his special "Sweetheart", stepdaughter Pam Wooddell (Walt) of
Wilmington, NC. He was loved and known as Pa by 'Ace' Brad Wooddell (Sasha)
and 'Deuce' Matthew Alton Wooddell (Patty), but adored as 'Pa-Monster' by his
great-grandsons, Jesse and Wyatt Wooddell, all of Wilmington, NC. He joined all
of us in wondrous anticipation of another great-grandson, Matthew and Patty's
first, expected in September 2008.
Al was a member of Williamsburg United Methodist Church and the Fellowship
Sunday School class, past member of the United Methodist Men and the
Williamsburg Exchange Club. He was a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels up
to 6 weeks before his passing.
Memorial services will be held at Williamsburg United Methodist Church with
reception following in the church Fellowship Hall.
In lieu of flowers, his family asks that you remember him with a contribution to
one or more of the following: WUMC Childrens' Music Programs, 500 Jamestown
Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185, the James City Co Rescue Squad, 5077 John
Tyler Highway, Williamsburg, VA 23185 or Hospice House, 4445 Powhatan Parkway
Williamsburg, Virginia 23188.

Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Jinwright-York, Alice

Jinwright-York, Alice Marie, of 2010 Wilcox, and formerly of 1502 S. 13th St.,
died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Holy Covenant United Holiness Church,
Snowfield community. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral
Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

JORDON, MARILYN

Marilyn (Geraldine) Williams Jordon, 66, of Wilmington passed away May 21,
2008 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
She was preceded in death by her parents James B. Williams and Emma
Rebecca Mincey Williams, brother Eldridge Lloyd Williams, and nephews
James Collins and Ralph Collins, Jr.
Geraldine is survived by her sister Pamela W. Collins and husband Ralph,
brother Norman L. Williams and wife Barbara, aunts and uncles Mary Maines,
Bertha Mincey and Hazel Williams, Edith W Prince, Lillian W. Prince, Dorothy
W. Campbell, Elizabeth W. Simpson, Marvelann W. Norris, Hershel Williams,
Seth Williams, Hubert Williams and PL Williams, niece Kimberly (Tonkey)
Macias, nephew Williams Collins, great nieces Miranda Collins, Ashley Collins
and Jessica Collins, great nephews Rodney Collins, Tyler Collins and Aaron
Collins.
Geraldine was a fun loving person and was a good friend.
The family will receive friends tonight from 6:00 ? 8:00 PM at Wilmington Burial
and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street. Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m.,
Friday, May 23, 2008 at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to 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 Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Dyles, Fred Thomas Sr., 74, of Boiling Spring Lakes, died Sunday May 18,
2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A memorial service will
be at 11 a.m. Thursday at High Point American Legion Post 87, High Point.
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008

Monroe, Annie

Monroe, Annie Bell, 75, of 112-B E. Calhoun St., Whiteville, died Monday,
May 19, 2008, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. The funeral will be
at 2 p.m. Sunday at Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be at
Campground Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Murray, Andrew

Murray, Andrew J., of Washington, D.C., and formerly of Willard, died in
Washington. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Willard Chapel Baptist
Church. Burial will be in the Murray Cemetery. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

NESBITT, JOSEPH

Joseph Gordon Nesbitt died Wednesday, May 14th after seven years of decline
following a lung cancer operation in August of 2000.
Graveside services will take place this Friday, May 23rd, 3:00pm at Oakdale
Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at the Nesbitt residence, 613 North Channel Drive following
the service.
Donations in Joe's honor can be made to the New Hanover Humane Society, Inc.,
2404 N. 23rd Street, P.O. Box 12293, Wilmington, NC, 28405

Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Pickett, Benjamin

Pickett, Benjamin Seth, 19, died Sunday, May 18, 2008, in Boone. A graveside
service will be at 4 p.m. May 22 in the Pickett family cemetery, Beulaville.
Community Funeral Home, Beulaville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Rahmlow, Lucinda

Rahmlow, Lucinda 'Cindee' Lee, 65, of Wedge Court, Carolina Shores, died
Monday, May 19, 2008, at home. The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at
Calabash Presbyterian Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Rike, Carl

Rike, Carl M., 92, of Boiling Spring Lakes, died Monday, May 19, 2008. The
funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport.
Burial will follow at Cape Fear Memorial Park.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

TAYLOR, FRANCES

Frances Arlene Taylor, 72, of Wilmington, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at her
residence.
Frances was born August 4, 1935, in Dillon County, SC, daughter of the late
Jessie Oates and Aline Hyatt Oates. Her husband, Richard Allen Taylor,
preceded her in death.
Mrs. Taylor was an avid bowler. She loved baking and cooking for her family
and growing her own orchids. She also loved animals, especially birds, and her
poodle, Jazz.
She is survived by her son, Donald Springfield, Jr. and wife, Teresa, of Wilmington;
two grandchildren, Twyla Rosales and husband, Pedro, of Mebane, NC, and Donald
Springfield III and wife, Alicia, of Pittsboro, NC; four great-grandchildren, Nicholas,
Elizabeth, Anthony, and Emma; sister, Kathleen Abbott; and brother, Julian Oates,
both of Wilmington.
A memorial service will be 2 pm Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Andrews Market Street
Chapel with Rev. Jerry Sizemore officiating.
Memorials in her name may be made to Autism Society of America, 7910 Woodmont
Ave, Suite 300, Bethesda, MD 20814-3067.
A Market Street Chapel Service

Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Taylor, Joshua

Taylor, Joshua Patrick, infant son of James Patrick and Laurie Ann Taylor, of
Cypress Grove Drive, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at New Hanover Regional
Medical Center. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at the graveside in Myrtlehead
Cemetery, Ash. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008

Thomas, Mary

Thomas, Mary Louise, 67, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008. The funeral will be at 11
a.m. Friday at Gibson Avenue Baptist Church, 2037 Wrightsville Ave. Burial will be
in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Coble Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

TRAINUM, MIRIAM

Mrs. Miriam Clark Trainum, age 80, of West Jefferson, passed away Sunday
morning, May 18, 2008 at the Watagua Medical Center.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 11am at the
Bethany United Methodist Church with Rev. Lewis Poag officiating. A gathering
of friends will follow the memorial service in the church fellowship hall.
Mrs. Trainum was born in Buffalo, New York on September 10, 1927 to the late
Vern and Florence Jessie Button Clark. Miriam was an active member at the
Bethany United Methodist Church where she also served as President of the
WMU. During her life she was an avid Bridge player. She also served as President
of some Garden Clubs in the states of Virginia and Delaware. She was very
supportive of Visual Arts and thoroughly enjoyed collecting antiques. Most of all,
Mrs. Trainum was a loving wife and mother.
She was also preceded in death by her brother, Col. Walter Clark.
She is survived by her husband, Mr. Carlton Trainum; two daughters, Carla Trainum
and husband Rick Mullins of Rutherfordton, Karon Paul of Wilmington; one brother,
Vern W. Clark, Jr. of Williamsburg, Virginia; a sister-in-law, Dee Dee Clark of San
Antonio, Texas; two grandchildren, Amanda Holliday and husband Cade of
Wilmington, Aaron Paul of Wilmington and one first cousin, Gail Womble of Bear,
Delaware.
Memorials may be made to the Bethany United Methodist Church WMU, 495 NC
Hwy. 194 South, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or to the American Heart Association,
c/o Judy Leek, 206 Oak Grove Circle, Jefferson, NC 28640.
Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrangements.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

WATERS, ROBIN

Robin Waters, 68, passed away quietly in her sleep on May 19th, 2008, after a
4-year battle with ovarian cancer.
Robin had a long career with the medical division of the U.S. Department of State
in Washington, DC. She was hired as a medical technician and retired as assistant
laboratory chief. She became an expert in parasitic diseases, especially malaria.
She attended several week-long advanced courses at the Centers for Disease
Control in Atlanta, wherein many classmates were MDs. She loved her work.
Robin is survived by her husband of almost 43 years, James Waters; two sons,
Michael and Christopher; grandson Colin Waters; and a brother, Andy White.
Robin's many friends are invited to a celebration of her life to be held on Wednesday,
May 28th at the Country Club of Landfall at 7:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCare
Center or any cancer research organization.

Published in the Star-News from 5/21/2008 - 5/22/2008.

Willaford, Fred

Willaford, Terry D., 53, died Monday, May 19, 2008. The service will be at
Hardage-Gidden Funeral Home, Jacksonville, Fla. Burial will be in Greenlawn
Cemetery. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Bozeman, C.D.

Bozeman, C.D., 80, of Tabor City, died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Britthaven of
Wrightsville Beach. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Carolina Baptist Church.
Burial will be in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Tabor City. Inman Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

BREWER JR., DR. LEROY

SOUTHPORT, NC -- Dr. LeRoy Earl Brewer Jr., 71, of the town of St. James
of Southport, NC died Tuesday May 20, 2008, at his residence.
Dr. Brewer was born in Hagerstown, Maryland on June 1, 1936, and was the
son of the late LeRoy Earl Brewer Sr. and Odessa Marie Green Brewer.
Dr. Brewer spent over 30 years as a research physicist. He received a BS in
Physics from the University of Florida, a MS from the University of Tennessee
and a PhD in Applied Science from the University of Brussels. He is an Associate
Fellow in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and a member
of the American Physical Society. He is identified in the Marquis Who's Who in
the East and the American Men and Women of Science. Dr. Brewer was also a
member of Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Society, and Sigma Pi Sigma, the
Math Honorary. He has over 100 publications around the world. He also was a
member of Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity.
He worked from 1960-1966 as a research engineer at ARO, Inc in Tullahoma, TN.
Then from 1966-1969, he worked as a physicist at the Space Science Labs of GE
in PA. He returned to Tullahoma, TN to Calspan, Inc at Arnold Engineering
Development Center from 1969-1980. He returned to GE as an Infrared
Phenomenologist from 1985-1991. After a brief experience at Lockheed Skunkworks
in CA., he retired in 1994. He was also an adjunct professor at Motlow Community
College, University of Colorado, and Brunswick Community College.
Dr. Brewer was an avid sailor and also enjoyed motor boating along the Intercoastal
Waterway. In addition, he loved to read and fish with his grandsons.
He is survived by his wife, Sue Yancey Brewer; his daughter, Jennifer Brewer McCoy
and husband Eric W. McCoy of Duluth, GA.; two grandsons, Ian and Kyle McCoy ; a
sister, Janice B. Spigler and husband Fred H. Spigler of Lutherville, MD.
A memorial service will be held Saturday May 24, 2008, at 2:30 pm at the St. James
Chapel with Reverend Skip Williams officiating.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to St. James Fire Department, 3628 St.
James Drive, Southport, NC 28461 or Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street,
Wilmington, NC 28401 or a charity of one's choice.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, NC (910)
457-6944

Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Bridgers, Alfred

Bridgers, Alfred David, 85, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008. A graveside
service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Coble
Ward-Smith Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

CLIFTON, RUTH

Ruth Dare Taylor Clifton, 92, of Leland, died peacefully Wednesday, May 21,
2008, at home with her family.
Ruth was born August 12, 1915, in Harnett County, NC, daughter of the late
Floyd Herbert Taylor and Cornelia Stewart Taylor. Her husband, Benjamin F.
Clifton, one granddaughter, five brothers, and three sisters, preceded her in
death.
Mrs. Clifton was a lifelong supporter of the Democratic Party and loved politics.
In 1989, she was named Senior Citizen of the Year for Carolina Beach
Outstanding Public Service, and received the Dedicated Service Award, in 1992,
from the Department of Aging.
She is survived by three children, Benjamin F. Clifton, Jr. and wife, Kitty, of
Raleigh, NC, Dare Clifton Rhodes and husband, Michael, of Leland, NC, and
Connie Sue Matthews of Kure Beach, NC; five grandchildren, Audrey Dare Ross,
Kimberly Dare Bonnett, Benjamin F. Clifton III, Kate Taylor Cannon and husband,
Joe, and Nathan L. Matthews; four great-grandchildren, Ashley, Cassie, Tyler, and
Colin; and two sisters, Catherine Taylor McCrae of Lillington, NC, and Carro Taylor
Orr of Charlotte, NC.
A celebration of Ruth's life will be held throughout the day, Saturday, May 24, 2008,
at the home of her granddaughter, Audrey Ross, 812 The Cape Blvd, Wilmington,
NC 28412.
A graveside service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at Roselawn Cemetery,
Benson, NC, with Mr. Matthew Treppel officiating.
Memorials in her name may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th
Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service

Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Coston, Annie

Coston, Annie Larkin, of U.S. 117 S, Teachey, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008,
at Huntington Health Care, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at St.
Paul AME Church, Teachey. Burial will be in Duplin Memorial Gardens, Teachey.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Cross, James

Cross, James Edward, 83, of Hampstead, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at New
Hanover Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Friday
at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens, Durham. Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Davis, Donald

Davis, Donald, of Sneads Ferry, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008. Arrangements
will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Hall, Mable

Hall, Mable Walker, of NC 11, Willard, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Pender
Memorial Hospital, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Willard
Chapel Baptist Church, Willard. Burial will be in Community Cemetery, Willard.
Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Jinwright-York, Alice

Jinwright-York, Alice Marie, of 2010 Wolcott Ave., and formerly of 1502 S. 13th St.,
died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The
funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Holy Covenant United Holiness Church, Snowfield
community. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Jordon, Marilyn

Jordon, Marilyn 'Geraldine' Williams, 66, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at Lower
Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A graveside service will be at 3 p.m., Friday
at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Lawton, Jerry

Lawton, Jerry Ann Wright, 76, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear
Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenlawn
Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Lewis, Lucille

Lewis, Lucille Helen, 78, of Royal Oak Road N.W., Shallotte, died Thursday, May
15, 2008, at home. A Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Brendans Catholic
Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Lewis, Vance

Lewis, Vance, 90, of 3353 Peanut Plan Road, Elizabethtown, died Sunday, May
18, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at
Baldwin Branch Missionary Church. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Peoples
Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Melvin, Eli

Melvin, Eli Sr., 84, formerly of the Northwest community, Brunswick County, died
Friday, May 16, 2008, at the VA Medical Center, Richmond, Va. The funeral will be
at 2 p.m. Saturday at Crystal Springs Missionary Baptist Church, Leland. Burial will
be in the Skipper Hill Cemetery, Leland. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

MILLS, JOHN

SUNSET BEACH, N.C. -- John Hilbert Mills, previously from Eden, passed
away May 18th, 2008, at his home in Sunset Beach, N.C.
Mr. Mills was born in the Draper area of Eden on July 10th, 1929. He was the
son of the late Annie Watkins Mills and Arthur E. Mills. He worked for Dupont
in Martinsville, Va. for thirty-five years. In his earlier years, John was an avid
softball player, enjoyed golf and fishing, and was known by the nickname
"Monk". He was a member of Early Avenue Baptist Church while living in Eden.
Mr. Mills is survived by three children, Denise Tudor of Oak Island, Karon Tucker
and husband, David of Eden, and Pamela Loye and husband, Ricky of Reidsville.
He was married to their mother, Pauline Chaney for twenty-six years. He was later
married to Betty Jo (Nikki) for twenty plus years. Mr. Mills has three grandchildren,
Laura Cole of Oak Island, Braxton Westmoreland and wife, Kelly of Ruffin, and
Jessica Westmoreland of Reidsville, one great grandchild, Makayla Kellett of Oak
Island; neices and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Mills was preceded in death by three brothers, Willie,
Leo, and Herman and one sister, Marie Riddle.
Visitation will be held 2-4 p.m.. Sunday May 25th at Fair Funeral Home, Eden, NC.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC

Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Monroe, Annie

Monroe, Annie Bell, 75, of 112-B E. Calhoun St., Whiteville, died Monday, May
19, 2008, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. The funeral will be at 2 p.m.
Sunday at Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be at Campground
Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Murray, Andrew

WILSON, DAVID

David Sanderson Wilson, 71, of Carolina Beach died Sunday April 27, 2008 at
Cypress Point Rehabilitation Centre, in Wilmington, NC.
"Capt". Willee will be remembered for his lovf people, (he never knew a stranger)
sharing stories, cooking, playing his guitar, and living on the water. He graduated
from Pennsylvania Military School,in Chester, PA. He was a licensed realtor in the
family real estate business in PA., owned the Cripple Creek Inn, in Bryn Mar, PA.,
as well as other businesses, worked as a chef, wrote music, and played guitar with
several musical groups.
He is survived by a brother Paul Wilson, sister-in-law Barbara Wilson and many
loving friends who will miss him. He is also survived by his faithful redbone hound,
Maggee.
Friends will be received at the home of Bob and Gloria Edwards to celebrate Capt..
Willee's life from 4-5 PM on Saturday, May 24, 2008, at 7309 Gray Gables Lane in
Wilmington. For info call (910) 619-1797/(910) 458-0077.
In lieu of flowers family and friends have requested that you send a memorial donation
to Pleasure Island Paws c/o Carolina Beach Animal Hospital.

Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Wilson, Fred

Wilson, Fred 'Captain Rick' Richard Sr. of 7001 Carolina Beach Road, died
Friday, May 16, 2008, in Goldsboro. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at
First Born Holiness Church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Jordan
Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/22/2008.

Bozeman, C.D.

BREWER JR., DR. LEROY

SOUTHPORT, NC -- Dr. LeRoy Earl Brewer Jr., 71, of the town of St. James
of Southport, NC died Tuesday May 20, 2008, at his residence.
Dr. Brewer was born in Hagerstown, Maryland on June 1, 1936, and was the
son of the late LeRoy Earl Brewer Sr. and Odessa Marie Green Brewer.
Dr. Brewer spent over 30 years as a research physicist. He received a BS in
Physics from the University of Florida, a MS from the University of Tennessee
and a PhD in Applied Science from the University of Brussels. He is an
Associate Fellow in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and
a member of the American Physical Society. He is identified in the Marquis
Who's Who in the East and the American Men and Women of Science. Dr.
Brewer was also a member of Sigma Xi, the Scientific Research Society, and
Sigma Pi Sigma, the Math Honorary. He has over 100 publications around the
world. He also was a member of Phi Kappa Tau Fraternity.
He worked from 1960-1966 as a research engineer at ARO, Inc in Tullahoma, TN.
Then from 1966-1969, he worked as a physicist at the Space Science Labs of GE
in PA. He returned to Tullahoma, TN to Calspan, Inc at Arnold Engineering
Development Center from 1969-1980. He returned to GE as an Infrared
Phenomenologist from 1985-1991. After a brief experience at Lockheed Skunkworks
in CA., he retired in 1994. He was also an adjunct professor at Motlow Community
College, University of Colorado, and Brunswick Community College.
Dr. Brewer was an avid sailor and also enjoyed motor boating along the Intercoastal
Waterway. In addition, he loved to read and fish with his grandsons.
He is survived by his wife, Sue Yancey Brewer; his daughter, Jennifer Brewer McCoy
and husband Eric W. McCoy of Duluth, GA.; two grandsons, Ian and Kyle McCoy ; a
sister, Janice B. Spigler and husband Fred H. Spigler of Lutherville, MD.
A memorial service will be held Saturday May 24, 2008, at 2:30 pm at the St. James
Chapel with Reverend Skip Williams officiating.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to St. James Fire Department, 3628 St.
James Drive, Southport, NC 28461 or Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street,
Wilmington, NC 28401 or a charity of one's choice.
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, NC (910)
457-6944

Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Bridgers, Alfred

Bridgers, Alfred David, 85, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008. A graveside service
will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Coble Ward-Smith
Funeral Service, Oleander Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

BURNS, ELIZABETH

Elizabeth N. Burns, 85, of Wilmington, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at
the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter in Wilmington.
Private graveside services will be held at Seaside Memorial Park in Swansboro.
Mrs. Burns was preceded in death by her husband, William Edward Burns.
She is survived by two sons, Ronald J. Murchie and his wife Alice of Tonawanda,
NY, and Donald F. Murchie and wife Laurie of Jacksonville; two daughters,
Carolyn Ann Martin and husband Charles of Wilmington and Sandra Jean
Murchie of Sunrise, FL; three sisters, Doloris Clark of Kenmore, NY, Eileen
Bognar of Kenmore, NY and Ruth Simmons of N. Tonawanda, NY; one brother,
Frank Neff of Kenmore, NY; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
Private electronic condolences may be left for the family at www.jonesfh.org.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.
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CLIFTON, RUTH

Ruth Dare Taylor Clifton, 92, of Leland, died peacefully Wednesday, May 21,
2008, at home with her family.
Ruth was born August 12, 1915, in Harnett County, NC, daughter of the late
Floyd Herbert Taylor and Cornelia Stewart Taylor. Her husband, Benjamin F.
Clifton, one granddaughter, five brothers, and three sisters, preceded her in
death.
Mrs. Clifton was a lifelong supporter of the Democratic Party and loved politics.
In 1989, she was named Senior Citizen of the Year for Carolina Beach
Outstanding Public Service, and received the Dedicated Service Award, in 1992,
from the Department of Aging.
She is survived by three children, Benjamin F. Clifton, Jr. and wife, Kitty, of
Raleigh, NC, Dare Clifton Rhodes and husband, Michael, of Leland, NC, and
Connie Sue Matthews of Kure Beach, NC; five grandchildren, Audrey Dare Ross,
Kimberly Dare Bonnett, Benjamin F. Clifton III, Kate Taylor Cannon and husband,
Joe, and Nathan L. Matthews; four great-grandchildren, Ashley, Cassie, Tyler,
and Colin; and two sisters, Catherine Taylor McCrae of Lillington, NC, and Carro
Taylor Orr of Charlotte, NC.
A celebration of Ruth's life will be held throughout the day, Saturday, May 24,
2008, at the home of her granddaughter, Audrey Ross, 812 The Cape Blvd,
Wilmington, NC 28412.
A graveside service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at Roselawn Cemetery,
Benson, NC, with Mr. Matthew Treppel officiating.
Memorials in her name may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South
17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
A Market Street Chapel Service

Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Coston, Annie

Coston, Annie Larkin, of U.S. 117 S, Teachey, died Wednesday, May 21,
2008, at Huntington Health Care, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at St. Paul AME Church, Teachey. Burial will be in Duplin Memorial
Gardens, Teachey.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Cross, James

Cross, James Edward, 83, of Hampstead, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at
New Hanover Regional Medical Center. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m.
Friday at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens, Durham. Andrews Mortuary
Hampstead Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Davis, Donald

Davis, Donald, of Sneads Ferry, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008. Arrangements
will be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Hall, Mable

Jinwright-York, Alice

Jinwright-York, Alice Marie, of 2010 Wolcott Ave., and formerly of 1502 S. 13th
St., died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Holy Covenant United Holiness Church,
Snowfield community. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Jordon, Marilyn

Jordon, Marilyn 'Geraldine' Williams, 66, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at
Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. A graveside service will be at 3
p.m., Friday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Wilmington Burial and Cremation
Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Lawton, Jerry

Lawton, Jerry Ann Wright, 76, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at Lower Cape
Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at
Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Wilmington Burial and Cremation
Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Lewis, Lucille

Lewis, Lucille Helen, 78, of Royal Oak Road N.W., Shallotte, died Thursday,
May 15, 2008, at home. A Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Brendans
Catholic Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Lewis, Vance

Lewis, Vance, 90, of 3353 Peanut Plan Road, Elizabethtown, died Sunday,
May 18, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m.
Saturday at Baldwin Branch Missionary Church. Burial will be at the church
cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Melvin, Eli

Melvin, Eli Sr., 84, formerly of the Northwest community, Brunswick County,
died Friday, May 16, 2008, at the VA Medical Center, Richmond, Va. The
funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Crystal Springs Missionary Baptist
Church, Leland. Burial will be in the Skipper Hill Cemetery, Leland. Peoples
Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

MILLS, JOHN

SUNSET BEACH, N.C. -- John Hilbert Mills, previously from Eden, passed
away May 18th, 2008, at his home in Sunset Beach, N.C.
Mr. Mills was born in the Draper area of Eden on July 10th, 1929. He was
the son of the late Annie Watkins Mills and Arthur E. Mills. He worked for
Dupont in Martinsville, Va. for thirty-five years. In his earlier years, John was
an avid softball player, enjoyed golf and fishing, and was known by the
nickname "Monk". He was a member of Early Avenue Baptist Church while
living in Eden.
Mr. Mills is survived by three children, Denise Tudor of Oak Island, Karon Tucker
and husband, David of Eden, and Pamela Loye and husband, Ricky of Reidsville.
He was married to their mother, Pauline Chaney for twenty-six years. He was later
married to Betty Jo (Nikki) for twenty plus years. Mr. Mills has three grandchildren,
Laura Cole of Oak Island, Braxton Westmoreland and wife, Kelly of Ruffin, and
Jessica Westmoreland of Reidsville, one great grandchild, Makayla Kellett of Oak
Island; neices and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Mills was preceded in death by three brothers, Willie,
Leo, and Herman and one sister, Marie Riddle.
Visitation will be held 2-4 p.m.. Sunday May 25th at Fair Funeral Home, Eden, NC.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC

Published in the Star-News on 5/23/2008.

Monroe, Annie

Murray, Andrew

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Benedetto, Constance

Benedetto, Constance of Brookshire Place, Ocean Isle Beach, died Friday,
May 23, 2008, at Duke University Medical Center. Arrangements will be
announced by Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Bilal, Angela

Bilal, Angela R., of 4480 William Lewis Drive, died Thursday, May 22, 2008,
at Duke University Hospital, Durham. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at
Jordan Funeral Home. Burial will be in Calvary Memorial Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Brewer, LeRoy

Bridgers, Alfred

Clifton, Ruth

Clifton, Ruth Dare Taylor, 92, of Leland, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008,
at home. A graveside service will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Roselawn
Cemetery, Benson. Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Coston, Annie

Coston, Annie Larkin, of U.S. 117 S, Teachey, died Wednesday, May 21,
2008, at Huntington Health Care, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at St. Paul AME Church, Teachey. Burial will be in Duplin
Memorial Gardens, Teachey.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

DOSHER, HARRY

Harry Randall Dosher of Wilmington died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Cape
Fear Memorial Hospital.
Randall was born on October 21, 1936, in Wilmington, to the late Margaret
Mauney Dosher and the late Harry Loverige Dosher. He was preceded in
death by his brother James Aire Dosher and his uncle Eugene Mauney.
He is survived by his niece, Tamison Dosher, his nephew, James Martin
Dosher, and his two first cousins, Haldan Dosher Higgins and Ernestine
Dosher Edelmann,
Randall graduated from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
with a Doctorate in History. He was a Professor at Oglethorpe University
in Atlanta before returning to The University of North Carolina at Chapel
Hill where he taught Ancient History until his retirement.
A Graveside Service will be held at Oakdale Cemetery on Sunday, May 25,
2008, at 3:00 p.m. The Reverend Clyde Denny officiating.
A Market Street Chapel Service
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Hall, Mable

Hall, Mable Walker, of NC 11, Willard, died Monday, May 19, 2008, at
Pender Memorial Hospital, Burgaw. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday
at Willard Chapel Baptist Church, Willard. Burial will be in Community
Cemetery, Willard. Matthews Funeral Service, Wallace.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

HENKEL, JANE

SOUTHPORT, NC -- Jane Pfennig Henkel of Southport, NC, passed
away May 22nd, 2008, at 7:30PM, at home. She lived with Metastatic
Breast Cancer for 14 years.
She was born March 27, 1914, Kenosha, Wisconsin to Charles Henry
and Ruth Shields Pfennig
Jane recently celebrated her 94th birthday with many friends. She said
that if she could live to be 100, her birthday wouldn't have been better!
People enjoyed her friendship because she was fun and never complained.
Jane always dressed well and was a beautiful woman. She is a role model to
all of us. She was an excellent bridge player and recently won first place in
her Thursday group. Jane stayed mentally sharp and was well read. She
never mentioned her age until she was 90. She said, " If you live long enough
you get one of everything." In the past years she was an avid golfer, an active
member in the Women's Club, the First Congregational Church, and Kenosha
Hospital Auxiliary. Jane was a wonderful cook and entertained a great deal.
Many people enjoyed her breads and rolls. She painted and sewed but also
showed artistic expression in most things that she did.
She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty years, Thomas J. Henkel of
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and her grandson Michael George Schulte Jr. She also
lost two sisters named Marion Locke and Margaret Steinmetz and one brother
named Frederick Pfennig. There are many other dear family members and friends
too numerous to mention.
Her daughters Elizabeth J. Heller and husband John of Egg Harbor, Wis.,
survive Jane, as well as Nancy Henkel Schulte and her husband Michael of
Southport, NC There are five grandchildren named Matt Heller and wife Beth of
Chicago, Ill., Adam Heller of Lafayette, Col., Amy Schulte Clayton and husband
Kerwin of Hong Kong, China, Abigail Schulte McGlade and husband Jim of Wake
Forest, NC, and Thomas Charles Schulte of Atlanta, Ga., Marti Warrington Schulte
of Raleigh, NC. is Michael Schulte Jr's widow. Jane also had eight great-
grandchildren named Clare, Gracie and Cate Clayton, Jackson and Calvin Heller,
Kylie and James Michael McGlade as well as Holden Beckett Schulte.
A funeral mass will be held Tuesday May 27th, 2008, at 11 am at Sacred Heart
Catholic Church with Reverend Doug Lawson officiating. Family will receive friends
before the service. If you wish to remember Jane with a contribution, please donate
to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Peacock Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, NC
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008

Jackson, George

Jackson, George S., 58, of Magnolia, died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Wake
Medical Center, Raleigh. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Rose Funeral
Home Chapel, Rose Hill.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

James, Gene

James, Gene E., 79, of Hampstead, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at home.
The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Hampstead United Methodist Church.
Burial will be in Sea Lawn Memorial Park. Andrews Mortuary Hampstead Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Jinwright-York, Alice

Jinwright-York, Alice Marie, of 2010 Wolcott Ave., and formerly of 1502 S.
13th St., died Monday, May 19, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & Life
CareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Holy Covenant United
Holiness Church, Snowfield community. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery.
Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Kennedy, Stephanie

Kennedy, Stephanie Gail Griffin, died Thursday, May 22, 2008. Arrangements
will be announced by Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Lewis, Lucille

Lewis, Lucille Helen, 78, of Royal Oak Road N.W., Shallotte, died Thursday,
May 15, 2008, at home. A Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at St. Brendans
Catholic Church. Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Lewis, Vance

Lewis, Vance, 90, of 3353 Peanut Plan Road, Elizabethtown, died Sunday,
May 18, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m.
Saturday at Baldwin Branch Missionary Church. Burial will be at the church
cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

McCracken, Patricia

McCracken, Patricia A., of 803 N. Clarendon Ave., Southport, died Friday,
May 23, 2008, at Dosher Memorial Hospital. Arrangements will be announced
by French I. Davis Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Melvin, Eli

Melvin, Eli Sr., 84, formerly of the Northwest community, Brunswick County,
died Friday, May 16, 2008, at the VA Medical Center, Richmond, Va. The
funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Crystal Springs Missionary Baptist Church,
Leland. Burial will be in the Skipper Hill Cemetery, Leland. Peoples Funeral
Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

PETTY, HAROLD

Harold G. Petty, Jr., 67, of Carolina Beach, formerly of Sanford, passed
away unexpectedly Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at his residence.
Harold was born December 18, 1940, in Sanford, NC, son of the late
Harold Petty, Sr. and Christine Gunter Petty.
The Petty family home was one of the first four homes built on Carolina
Beach. Harold was a lifeguard and founded, with his friend, Lank Lancaster,
one of the first surfboard shops on the east coast, building custom boards.
Harold graduated from Sanford High School in 1959, N.C. State University in
1967, and was an alumnus of Sigma Nu Fraternity.
He was married to Winnie Petty of Sedona, AZ.
Harold was a founding officer of the Elks Lodge in Lexington, NC, and was
active with the Elks statewide.
He was instrumental in the founding of the "Got-em-on Live Bait Fish Club"
of Carolina Beach and the NC Textile Fishing Tournament for over thirty years.
As an active beach resident, Harold enjoyed many hobbies, including
tournament fishing, volunteering and acting. He appeared in many episodes of
Matlock, FBI Files, 28 Days, and other movies. He also appeared in a number
of TV commercials.
He is survived by three children, Michelle Leonard and Chip Petty, both of
Greensboro, NC, and Jeffrey Petty of Sedona, AZ; twin grandchildren, Matthew
and Elizabeth Leonard (18 months); and his uncle, L.P. Gunter of Sanford, NC.
A memorial service will be 3pm Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at St. Luke's United
Methodist Church, Sanford, NC. The family will receive friends at the church, prior
to the service, starting at 1:30pm.
A beach-wide Celebration of Life will be held July 12, 2008, at Carolina Beach.
Memorials in his name may be made to American Diabetes Association, Salvation
Army, or the Special Olympics.
A Market Street Chapel Service

Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

REYNOLDS, FRANK

Frank A. Reynolds, 55 of Hampstead passed away May 22, 2008.
He wa s preceded in death by his father Frank O. Reynolds.
Frank is survived by his wife of 30 years Linda Reynolds, and daughters Tina,
Rebekah, and Kylie.
Frank was born July 15, 1952, in Nova Scotia, Canada to Frank and Janice
Reynolds.
He was a member of Lutheran Church of Reconciliation and employed by GE
for 25 years. He loved his job and all his friends he worked with. Frank's first
favorite hobby was riding his motorcycle and having the wind in his hair. Frank
and his wife Linda rode all over North Carolina having many vacations between
going to the mountains and heading east to the Outer Banks. Frank also loved
his wood shop and made many things for friends and family. These possessions
will be treasured. Frank was also an active member of Via de Cristo and Kairos
prison ministry. He was so touched helping those who were in need such as the
homeless downtown with his church group.
A service to celebrate Frank's life will be Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Lutheran
Church of Reconciliation at 4:00pm. Family and friends dinner will be held at
the church following the service. All are welcome to come.
Please no flowers, instead feel free to make memorial contributions to Kairos
Prison Ministry, C/O Kairos of North Carolina, Inc., P. O. Box 61193, Raleigh,
NC 27661
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street, Wilmington, NC
28403 (910) 791-9099

Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Rike, Carl

Spivey, Richard

Spivey, Richard 'Bill' William,' 77, died Thursday, May 22, 2008. The funeral will be
at 4 p.m. Sunday at Inman Funeral Home, Tabor City. Burial will be in Forest Lawn
Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Stalvie, Macie

Stalvey, Macie Mae, 82, died Thursday, May 22, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m.
Tuesday at Emmanuel Holiness Church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery,
Tabor City. Inman Funeral Home, Tabor City.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Taylor, Frances

Taylor, Frances Arlene, 72, died Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at home. A memorial
service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Willaford, Terry

Willaford, Terry D., 53, died Monday, May 19, 2008. The service will be at 11 a.m.
Saturday at Greenlawn Cemetery, Jacksonville, Fla. Wilmington Burial and
Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

Wilson, Fred

Wilson, Fred 'Captain Rick' Richard Sr., of 7001 Carolina Beach Road, died Friday,
May 16, 2008, in Goldsboro. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at First Born
Holiness Church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Jordan Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

WILSON, MARY

MECK, NC -- Mary Eudell Reid Wilson, 92, of Wilmington, formerly of Mecklenburg
County died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Lake Norman Regional Medical Center. She
was born on July 18, 1915 in Mecklenburg County to the late William and Minnie
Reid. Eudell was known for making w onderful cakes, creating unique crafts,
including beaded angels, and crocheting. She was a member of Davidson United
Methodist Church, but after moving to Wilmington, she faithfully attended the
United Advent Christian Church.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Grier Allison Wilson; brothers, Robert,
Ralph and Harold and sister, Novem Darnell.
She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Brooks of Wilmington; brothers, Hollis
Reid of Locust and Vernon Robinette and wife Frankie of Cornelius; 2 grandchildren
and 4 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 4 PM Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Davidson United
Methodist Church with Rev. Mark Conforti officiating. Interment will follow at Mimosa
Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to Davidson United Methodist Church, PO Box 718,
Davidson, NC 28036.
Raymer Funeral Home is serving the family.
Published in the Star-News on 5/24/2008.

BENEDETTO, CONSTANCE JANE 'CONNIE'

OCEAN ISLE BEACH, NC -- Constance Jane 'Connie' Benedetto, 65,
of Brookshire Place, died Friday, May 23, 2008, in the Duke University
Medical Center after a courageous eight year battle with cancer.
Mrs. Bendetto was born on November 1, 1942, in Queens, NY. She was
a daughter of the late James and Mildred Martineau Nelson.
Surviving are her husband, of 42 years, Joseph Benedetto; three daughters,
Dorene Benedetto, of St. Augustine, FL, Tricia Benedetto, of Philadelphia,
PA, and Annemarie Benedetto, of St. Augustine, FL; brother, James Nelson,
of Great Barrington, MA; and two grandchildren, Maxwell and Quinn Kell.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted at 10:00 am on Monday, May 26th at
the 10th Street Public Access on Sunset Beach.
Family request in lieu of flowers memorials be directed to the Leukemia
Society of America, NC Chapter, 5950 Fairview Road, Suite 250, Charlotte,
NC 28210 or the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place,
Memphis, TN 38105.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Fleming, Ernestine

614 Marstellar St., died Thursday, March 22, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice
& LifeCareCenter. Arrangements will be announced by Adkins Drain Funeral
Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Fowler, Mary �Cathy' Catherine

53, of Leland, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice &
LifeCareCenter. A graveside service will be at 3:30 p.m. Monday at Haw Bluff
Baptist Church Cemetery. Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Henkel, Jane Elizabeth

of Southport died Thursday, May 22, 2008. A Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday
at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

JAMES, GENE E.

Gene E. James of Hampstead and formerly of Fayetteville, died Friday
May 23, 2008, at home.
He was born August 20, 1928, in Tishomingon County, Mississippi, the son
of the late Walter Joe James and Oniece Mink James Harris.
Surviving is his wife Maxine Williams James; son, Jeffery Glen James and
wife Jackie of Surf City, NC; daughter, Connie James of Surf City, NC; grandson,
Jared Glen James; brother, Billy James; sisters, Nancy Mesrop and Edna Cornelius.
A funeral service will be held 3pm Sunday May 25, 2008, at Hampstead United
Methodist Church. Interment will follow in Sea Lawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 2pm to 3pm Sunday at Hampstead United
Methodist Church.
Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222 South 17th St.
Wilmington NC 28401. Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Hampstead Chapel Service

JEFFERIES, MARTHA H.

Mrs. Martha Hoyt Jefferies, age 73, a resident of 324 Isabella Avenue,
Washington Park died Thursday May 22, 2008, at Beaufort County Hospital.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday May 27, 2008 at 2:00 PM at St.
Peter's Episcopal Church with Reverend Kevin Johnson officiating. Interment
will follow at Oakdale Cemetery.
Mrs. Jefferies was born in Beaufort County on September 19, 1934 daughter
of the late Charles Tayloe Hoyt and Ida Pearl Pearce Hoyt. She graduated
from Washington High School, attended St. Mary's School in Raleigh and
received her degree in education from Women's College now known as UNC
Greensboro. Mrs. Jefferies was an educator in the Wilmington area for 30
years. On June 28, 1957, she married Edward Shain Jefferies Jr. who
preceded her in death. Mrs. Jefferies was a member of St. Peter's Episcopal
Church, the Washington Park Garden and Community Club, Colonial Dames
and The Crescite Club of Washington.
Mrs. Jefferies is survived by a daughter; Martha Dwyer of the home, a son;
Ned Jefferies and wife Melanie of Raleigh, NC, a brother; Charles Tayloe Hoyt
Jr. and wife Cindy of Jacksonville, NC and three grandchildren; Kelly Elizabeth
Dwyer of the home , Edward Shain Jefferies IV and Griffin Pearce Jefferies of Raleigh,
NC.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday May 27, 2008, prior to the service, from 1:00
p.m. to 1:45 p.m. in All Saint's Hall at St. Peter's Episcopal Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the All Soul's Fund of St. Peter's
Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 985 Washington, NC 27889.
Mrs. Jefferies' online guestbook may be viewed and signed by visiting
www.paulfuneralhome.com.
Paul Funeral Home of Washington is serving the Jefferies family.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

KENNEDY, STEPHANIE GAIL GRIFFIN

Stephanie Gail Griffin Kennedy, 28, of Wilmington, NC, died unexpectedly
on Thursday, May 22, 2008, at her residence.
Stephanie was born on July 18, 1979, in Carteret General Hospital in
Morehead City, NC, the daughter of Steve and JoAnn Griffin of Wilmington.
Surviving in addition to her parents is her husband, Brandon Thomas Kennedy,
US Army, stationed in Camp Speicher, Iraq; one brother, Michael Griffin of
Wilmington; maternal grandfather, D.C. Metheny of Richmond, VA; paternal
grandmother, Susie Griffin of Swansboro, NC; aunt Gail Griffin; uncle Pat
and aunt Nancy Metheny; cousin, Brandon Metheny of Norfolk VA, cousin
Kim Sanders and husband John, cousins Justin, Katlyn and Emily Sanders
of Mechanicsville, MD. Her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Kim and Jeff Quarles;
sister-in-law, Jessica; brothers-in-law, Brent and Jeremy; grandmothers-in-law,
Nancy and Ruth of Lynchburg VA. Remembered is her maternal grandmother,
Joan Marie Metheny who preceded her in death.
She also leaves behind her other love 'Gidget', her rescue dog, and her new
family puppy, Taylor Kennedy.
Stephanie attended St. Mary Elementary School and was a 1997 graduate of
New Hanover High School. She was a 2008 graduate of the R.N. Nursing
Program at Cape Fear Community College. Next to her wedding day graduating
from nursing school was the proudest day of her life. She was an employee at
New Hanover Medical Center, Wilmington, NC.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am Tuesday, May 27,
2008, at St. Mary Catholic Church , 412 Ann Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401,
the service will be celebrated by Rev. Bob Kus. Interment will follow at Onslow
Memorial Park in Jacksonville, NC, at 2:00 pm Tuesday. The family will receive
friends and family from 10:00 to 10:45 am prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers we ask that donations be made to a scholarship fund
established in Stephanie's name: CFCC Foundation, c/o The Stephanie Kennedy
Memorial Scholarship Fund, 411 North Front St., Wilmington, NC 28401, memo:
Stephanie Kennedy Memorial Scholarship.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Valley Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

LANE, ELIZABETH SHEPARD

Her children rise up, and call her beloved (Proverbs 31:28), Elizabeth Shepard
Lane, 88, of Carolina Beach, NC, went to live with her heavenly Father Saturday,
May 24, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter.
She was born on June 10, 1919, in Wilmington, NC, the daughter of the late Perry
Hyden Shepard, Sr. and Nora Lee Justice Shepard. She was preceded in death
by her husband, Shelby Leroy Lane, and two brothers, Perry Hyden Shepard,
Jr. and Carl Justice Shepard.
Mrs. Lane was a member of Castle Hayne Advent Christian Church. Her life
centered on her family. She enjoyed all crafts, especially sewing and crocheting.
Her family and friends will remember her for her love and devotion to them.
Surviving are three daughters, Shelby Best, Cheryl Tate (Bill), and Nancy
Lombardo (Tony); one son, Mark Lane (Lorenda); five grandchildren, William
Cory Tate (Judy), Tiffany Tate Porter (fiance� Terry), Megan Lombardo, Amanda
Lane, and Chris Lane; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Francis Brossett
and Dixie Pitt (Don); and her beloved Chiwawa, 'Buffy Lane', and Cockatoo, 'Tara'.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, May 26, 2008, at Andrews
Mortuary Valley Chapel by Rev. Mark Tippett and Rev. Randall Smith.
Entombment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Andrews Mortuary
Valley Chapel.
Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter,
1406 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401 or the charity of one's choice.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Valley Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

LEWIS, LUCILLE HELEN

Lucille Helen Lewis, 78, of Royal Oak Road, NW, Shallotte, NC died Thursday,
May 15, 2008, at her home.
Mrs. Lewis was born March 23, 1930, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late John and
Marie Reich Fries.
Surviving are her three sons, Thomas J. Lewis, Jr., wife Denyse, of Jacksonville,
NC, David Lewis, wife Lori, of Bowling Green, KY, and James Lewis, wife
Lynnette, of Supply, NC; two daughters Susan Blandino, husband Michael, of
Supply, NC, Joanne Frizzell, husband Mark, of Grove City, PA; sister Bernice
Tracey of Pittsburgh, PA; eleven grandchildren; and six great -grandchildren.
A funeral mass will be conducted Monday, May 26, 2008, at 9:00 AM in the
St. Brendans Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Lower Cape Fear Hospice,
2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Online condolences may be sent to www.brunswickfuneralservice.com.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

McCracken, Patricia A.

of 803 N. Clarendon Ave., Southport, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Dosher
Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Monday at St. James AME Zion
Church, Southport. Burial in Northwood Cemetery.
French I. Davis Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Mercer, Clyde M.

92, of Chadbourn, died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Village Green Rehab and
Healthcare, Fayetteville. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Worthington
Funeral Home, Chadbourn. Burial will be in the Ward's Station Church of God
Cemetery, Chadbourn.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Reynolds, Frank A.

of Hampstead died Thursday, May 22, 2008. The service will be at 4 p.m.
Sunday at utheran Church of Reconciliation. Wilmington Burial and
Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

WADE, Mrs. LILLIAN DAVIS

Mrs. Lillian Davis Wade, age 93, of Wallace, NC died Friday, May 23, 2008, at
Central Carolina Hospital, Sanford.
Funeral services will be held from the Hines Chapel Freewill Baptist Church,
Warsaw, on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at 12:00 Noon. Visitation will be on Tuesday,
May 27, 2008, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 Noon at the church. Burial will follow at
Devotional Gardens in Warsaw, NC. Elder Braxton Frederick will be officiating.
She leaves to cherish her memories; four sons: Glynwood (Joyce) Wade of
Magnolia, NC; Joseph Wade, Jr. of Turkey, NC; Charles (Magalene) Wade of
Chinquapin, NC; and Henry (Helen) Wade of Rose Hill, NC; three daughters:
Helen Mallard of Sanford, NC; Hattie Williams of Morena, CA; and Wanda (Melvin)
Allen of Spring Lake, NC; one daughter-in-law: Arnette Wade of Wallace, NC; one
son-in-law: Richard McKinnie of Rose Hill, NC; one sister: Betty Sampson of Warsaw,
NC; a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
A Rose Hill Funeral Home Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

Williams, Bobby Ray

74, of 697 Old Fayetteville Road, Salemburg, died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at
Kitty Askins Hospice Center, Goldsboro. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday
at Evergreen Holy Church, Salemburg. Burial will be in the Howard Cemetery,
Salemburg.
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

WILLIAMS Sr., LEE ROY

Lee Roy Williams, Sr., 65, of Wilmington, NC died on May 23, 2008, at his
residence.
Lee was born in Cornwall, NY on June 7, 1942.
Lee was raised in Highland Falls, NY by his loving sister, Marge and her
husband, Tom. After graduating from the United States Military Academy
and serving his country in Viet Nam, Lee spent 30 successful years in the
banking industry at Central Carolina Bank. He was very active in the
community, having served as President of the Friendly City Kiwanis Club
and the Durham Sales and Marketing Executives organization. He continued
his civic service as a member of the Beach Renourishment Committee of the
town of North Topsail Beach and was recently elected to the Board of Directors
of North Chase in Wilmington. Additionally he made young children smile each
year when he brought Santa Claus to their schools. He held dual memberships
in Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church in Raleigh and Sneads Ferry
Presbyterian Church, which he joined when he and his wife relocated to North
Topsail Beach several years ago. Lee's passions ran from deep sea fishing to
Duke basketball to spending time with friends and family. Lee never met a stranger.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Williams of Wilmington, NC; one son, Lee Roy
Williams, Jr. of Creedmoor, NC; two stepsons, Fletcher Mangum of Wilmington,
NC and Robb Mangum of Raleigh, NC; and one brother-in-law, Thomas Falk of
New Windsor, NY.
A memorial service will be held at11 am, Thursday, May 29, 2008, at Sneads
Ferry Presbyterian Church, Sneads Ferry, NC. The family will receive friends one
hour prior to the service.
The family would like to thank Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Matthew Williams,
MD
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice &
LifeCareCenter, 2222 South 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401-7515.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Market Street Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/25/2008.

KLOETZER, CHARLES JOHN

Charles John Kloetzer, 72, of Wilmington, NC died on May 24, 2008. He is
survived by his loving wife Carol; one sister, Mildred Cottril and family.
Mass of the Resurrection will be held at 11: 30 am, Wednesday, May 28,
2008, at St. Mary's Catholic Church.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Valley Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/26/2008.

Lane, Elizabeth Shepard

88, of Carolina Beach, died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear
Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Andrews
Mortuary Valley Chapel. Entombment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial
Park Mausoleum.
Published in the Star-News on 5/26/2008.

Lewis, Lucille Helen Fries

78, of Royal Oak Road, Shallotte, died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at home.
A Mass will be at 9 a.m. Monday at the St. Brendans Catholic Church.
Brunswick Funeral Service, Shallotte.
FcF

hed in the Star-News on 5/26/2008.

McCracken, Patricia A.

of 803 N. Clarendon Ave., Southport, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at
Dosher Memorial Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at St.
James AME Zion Church, Southport. Burial will be in Northwood
Cemetery. French I. Davis Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/26/2008.

Clarence Louis

94, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Davis Health Care Center. Arrangements
will be announced by Andrews Market Street Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Christian, Wanda Gail Kea

49, of Briston, Va., formerly of Warsaw, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at
Potomac Hospital, Woodbridge, Va. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday
at First Missionary Baptist Church, Kenansville. Burial will be at Dobson
Family Cemetery, Magnolia. Rose Hill Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Clifton, Ruth Dare Taylor

92, of Leland, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, at home. A graveside service
will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Roselawn Cemetery, Benson. Andrews Mortuary
Market Street.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Fleming, Ernestine

of 614 Marstellar St., died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear
Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at St. Luke
AME Zion Church. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery.
Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Frink, Josephine

died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Arrangements will be announced by Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

ROWELL, ELLA G.

HENDERSON - Ella Gooch Glover Rowell, age 94, a resident of Graham
Avenue, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, in a local nursing home. Born in Vance
County on September 14, 1913, she was the daughter of the late Melville
Dorsey Glover and Jennie Greenway Glover, and was the widow of Jasper
Woodrow 'Jack' Rowell. She was a retired Dietitian at Maria Parham Hospital.
Mrs. Rowell was an active member of First United Methodist Church and the
Christine Jenkins Sunday School Class. She served on the Church Council and
in various positions with United Methodist Women in local and district levels.
She served as Worthy Matron of the James B. White Chapter 199 Order of
Eastern Star for 1970-71. Mrs. Rowell was also a volunteer for the Maria Parham
Medical Center, American Red Cross, Vance Co. Senior Center, and served on
the Board of Directors of the Senior Health Insurance Information Program. She
was the recipient of the NC Jaycees Outstanding Senior Citizens of NC Volunteer
Award, AARP Outstanding Service to Community Award, Outstanding Volunteer
for United Way of Vance County Award, and the Governor James B. Hunt Award
for Volunteer Services.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2:00 PM in the J. M. White Funeral Home
Chapel by the Rev. George D. Speake. Burial will follow in the Harris Chapel United
Methodist Church Cemetery.
She is survived by two daughters, Jeanette 'Jan' R. Hendricks and husband, Jack,
of Aberdeen and Ruth R. Moore and husband, Rencher, of Henderson; one son, M.
Tyrone Rowell and wife, Pearl, of Wilmington; four grandchildren, Michael Moore,
Donna H. Harrelson, Phillip Hendricks, Jonathan Rowell; and four great grandchildren,
Paige Harrelson, Clint Harrelson, Sydney Huff, and Alyssa Hendricks. She was
preceded in death by one daughter, Jewel Faye Rowell; three sisters, Mae G. Bowlin,
Cynthia G. Currin, and Beverly G. Jones; and two brothers, Edmond W. Glover and
A. D. Glover.
The family will receive friends Monday night from 7:00 until 8:30 PM at J. M. White
Funeral Home. At other times they will be at the home of Ruth and Rencher Moore
at 1895 Ruin Creek Road.
Serving as active pall bearers will be Michael Moore, Phillip Hendricks, Jonathan
Rowell, Nathan Harrelson, Clint Harrelson, Billy Currin, J. J. Johnson, Butch Edwards,
and David Ayscue.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Harris Chapel United Methodist
Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Virginia Owens, P. O. Box 1473, Henderson, N.C. 27537,
or to the First United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund, 114 Church Street,
Henderson, N.C. 27536.
Arrangements are by J. M. White Funeral Home.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/26

Lupton, Leland B.

CEDAR ISLAND - Leland Burgess Lupton, 75, of Cedar Island died May 25,
2008, at home.
The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at Cedar Island
United Methodist Church with the Rev. Paul Harris and the Rev. Kevin Stott
officiating. Burial will follow at Cedar Island Community Cemetery.
He served in the U.S. Coast Guard for 20 years, and worked 22 years with
NCDOT Ferry Division, was a member of Cedar Island Volunteer Fire Department
since 1979 and was president of the Board of Directors. He was also an active
member of the Cedar Island United Methodist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Gay Lupton of Cedar Island; a son, Larry B. Lupton
of Cedar Island; two daughters, Rosa L. Gaskill and Lisa L. Daniels, both of
Cedar Island; a brother, Al Lupton of Morehead City; and five grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2008 at the
church.
Memorials may be made to Cedar Island United Methodist Church or Cedar
Island Community Cemetery.
Arrangements are by Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City.
Published in the Jacksonville Daily News from 5/27/2008 - 5/30/2008.

Morris, Emma L.

ATLANTIC - Emma Lou Morris, 63, of Atlantic, died May 25, 2008, at home.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at Atlantic United Methodist
Church with the Rev. Tony Calhoun and the Rev. David Thick officiating. Burial will
follow at Atlantic Community Cemetery.
Survivors include her husband, Phillip Morris; two daughters, Paula Morris Wade
of Williston and Claudia Dare Morris of Atlantic; a sister, JoAnn Lewis of Atlantic;
one grandson; and a step-grandson.
The family received friends Monday at the church.
Memorials may be made to Atlantic United Methodist Church, 511 School Dr.,
Atlantic, N.C., 28511, or the American Cancer Society, 930-B Wellness Dr.,
Greenville, NC 27834.
Arrangements are by Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City.
Published in the Jacksonville Daily News from 5/27/2008 - 5/30/2008.

Kloetzer, Charles John

72, died Saturday, May 24, 2008. A Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday
at St. Mary Catholic Church. Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Lacy, George Edward

76, of 16546 Twisted Hickory Road, Bladenboro, died Monday, May 26, 2008,
at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville. Arrangements will be announced
by Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Lee, Rebecca James

92 of Maple Hill, died Friday, May 23, 2008, at Huntington Healthcare, Burgaw.
The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at Lee's Chapel Missionary Baptist Church,
Maple Hill. Burial will be at Lee Family Cemetery, Maple Hill. Rose Hill Funeral
Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Lynde, Skip

34, of Carolina Beach, died Friday, May 23, 2008. Arrangements will be
announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

POWELL Jr., BILL

ASHEBORO ? William Francis 'Bill' Powell, Jr., age 70, of 1530 Sylvan
Woods Drive, Asheboro died Saturday, May 24, 2008.
Mr. Powell graduated from Harding High School, Charlotte, NC, Class of
1956 and then went on to play minor league baseball in the Washington
Senators organization. He was president and owner of Carolina Lighting
Systems; guest lecturer at North Carolina State University on lighting design.
He was also the former Vice President of Elsco Lighting; former regional sales
manager of Duel-Lite; former national sales manager of Charlotte Emergency
Lighting. He was co-owner of Coastal Paramedics. He coached numerous
Little League and Pony League baseball teams in Asheboro and was the
current coach of the Asheboro Imaging Pony League baseball team. Mr.
Powell attended Central United Methodist Church. He was a beloved husband,
father, grandfather, coach and friend. He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife: Mary Lois Powell; son and his wife, W. Jeffrey and
Sheree Powell of Wentzville, MO; son and his wife, Kenneth G. & Lynn Powell
of Thomasville, NC; grandchildren: Dustin, Jordan and Sydney Powell; step
daughter Melanie P. Murray and Joe Bolen of Greensboro, NC; step daughter
and her husband, Kristy and Archie, Priest, Jr. of Asheboro; step grandchildren,
Megan, Meredith, and Madison Priest; two sisters: Cathy Napier of Stanley, NC,
and Christy Bumgarner of Charlotte, NC.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, May 27, 2008 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Pugh
Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue, Asheboro. The funeral will be Wednesday,
May 28, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Central United Methodist Church, 300 South Main
Street, Asheboro with Dr. Mark J. Key, Rev. Ron Overcash and Rev. Ed Thore
officiating.
Memorials may be made to Asheboro Parks and Recreation 123-B Davis Street
Asheboro, NC 27203 or to American Diabetes Association, 222 South Church
St., Suite 336M, Charlotte, NC 28202 or to Central United Methodist Church,
Building Fund, 300 South Main Street, Asheboro, NC 27203.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Rhodes, Tina Michele

33, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, in Duplin General Hospital, Kenansville. The
funeral will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Community Funeral Home, Beulaville. A
graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at East Duplin Memorial Gardens,
Beulaville. Community Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

Walker, Willie D.

89, of Horse Branch Road, Watha, died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at Pender
Memorial Hospital. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at New Hope
Missionary Baptist Church, Watha. Burial will be at Joel Walker Family Cemetery,
Watha. Dunn Funeral Home, Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/27/2008.

WEAVER, ELAINE WYNNE

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. ?- Mrs. Elaine Wynne Weaver, 49, of Myrtle Beach, SC,
died Thursday, May 22, 2008 in New Jersey.
Elaine was born in Ohio, May 24, 1958. She and her husband moved from Raleigh,
NC to the Myrtle Beach area in 1994. She was a former part owner of Mr. Pitt BBQ
of Myrtle Beach and was better known as Ms. Pitt BBQ. Prior to her move to Myrtle
Beach, Elaine was a Realtor, part owner in a real estate company in Goldsboro, NC
and served in the United States Air Force. She was a successful business woman
currently involved as part owner of a renovations company. Elaine loved life and lived
life to it's fullest. She was a loving mother, grandmother and wife.
Surviving are her step-mother, Dorothy Weaver of Mt. Olive, NC; her husband, Dexter
A. Weaver of Myrtle Beach; a daughter, April Lawson and her husband, William of Ash,
NC; two sons, Steven Carr and Matthew Carr both of Goldsboro, NC; two step-children,
Dexter 'DJ' Weaver, Jr. of Raleigh, NC and Crystal Zimmers and her husband Eric of
Raleigh, NC; six grandchildren, Blaine Lawson, Bailey Lawson, William Brady Lawson,
Sammy Carr, Jade Carr and Emily Zimmers.
Funeral services will be held 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, 2008 at McMillan-Small
Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Tim Reaves and the Rev. Jessie Weaver officiating.
Private Interment services will be held on Friday, May 30, 2008.
The family will receive friends at McMillan-Small Funeral Home on Thursday, May
29, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. until the hour of the service.
Memorials may be made to Locks of Love, 2925 10th Ave. N., Suite 102, Lake
Worth, FL 33461-3099.
An online guest book is available at www.msfh.net.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5

BARDEN, HEYWOOD L.

Dr. Heywood L. Barden, Jr., better known as Hank, of Jefferson died Saturday,
May 17, 2008 at Watauga Medical Center in Boone, NC.
Dr. Barden was born in Wilmington, NC on March 20, 1943 to the late Heywood
Lamb Barden Sr. and Juanita Pierce Barden. He was a member of the First
Presbyterian Church in Wilmington, and Jefferson United Methodist Church. He
attended UNC Chapel Hill where he was the Co-captain of the football team.
After completion of dental school at Carolina in 1974, he began his practice of
family dentistry in Wilmington. Hank was an avid sailor, pilot, loved to sing, but
most of all he loved his family and grandchildren. Along with his parents he was
preceded in death by one son Heywood Lamb Barden III.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 4pm at Jefferson
United Methodist Church by the Rev. Dr. Keith Franklin.
A memorial service will also be held Thursday, May 29, 2008 at First Presbyterian
Church in Wilmington, NC by the Rev. Dr. Ernest T. Thompson III. The family will
receive friends at the church in Gilmore Hall following the memorial service.
Dr. Barden is survived by, his wife Barbara 'Bobbie' Hayes Barden, two sons:
Pierce Barden and wife Courtney and Chris Barden and wife Mande both of
Wilmington, NC. His three grandchildren, Alec, Reid and Hunter also survive.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society/
Prostate Research, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123,
www.cancer.org, or First Presbyterian Church of Wilmington, 125 S. Third St.,
Wilmington, NC 28401.
Condolences can be sent to the family and can be viewed through our website
www.badgerfuneralhome.com.
Badger Funeral Home of West Jefferson was entrusted with Dr. Barden's
arrangements.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News from 5/27/2008 - 5/28/2008.
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BELL, MARY HELEN PARGETER

Mary Helen Pargeter Bell of Wilmington died Monday May 26, 2008 at home.
She was born April 16, 1938 in Ontario, Canada, daughter of the late William
Pargeter and Nellie Bryant Pargeter and was preceded in death by her sister
Rose Barnes.
Surviving is her husband of fifty years Walter 'Max' Bell Sr., sons, Walter 'Max'
Bell Jr. of Morehead City, N.C., David Wayne Bell of Wilmington, Michael
Pargeter and wife Charlene of Morehead City, N.C., daughter, Mary Alice Higley
and husband Mark of Wilmington, grandchildren, Kaila Higley, Hannah Higley
and Dylan Higley, brother William Pargeter and wife Dorothy of Ontario, Canada,
sisters Betty King and Alice Nealey both of Wilmington.
A graveside service will be held 11 am Friday May 30, 2008 in Greenlawn
Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 7pm to 8pm Thursday May 29, 2008 at
Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, friend and a wonderful
Grandma.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Valley Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

BLOSSOM, ANTHONY BRYAN "BUDDY"

JACKSONVILLE ? Anthony Bryan 'Buddy' Blossom, 69, of Jacksonville,
formerly of Ft. Worth, TX, died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday night, May
25, 2008 in Jacksonville, NC. He was born in Pender County, NC on April 1,
1939 to the late Frances Boney Blossom and William Kenneth Blossom.
Buddy was a veteran of the United States Air Force, a marine biologist and a
funeral director. He retired from Jones Funeral Home of Jacksonville several
years ago.
Buddy is survived by a son, Michael Anthony Blossom and wife, Wendy and
two granddaughters, Kaylee and Emily of Ft. Worth, Texas.
He is also survived by a brother, William C. Blossom of Wilmington; sisters,
Betty Sevison and husband, Jack of Brigham City, Utah, Frances Bowen and
husband, Frank of Carolina Beach, Mary Anna Bessellieu also of Wilmington,
Lynda Crowley and husband, Robert of Kill Devil Hills, NC and a cousin, Mary
Bland Lanier of Wallace, NC. 'Uncle Buddy' had many devoted nieces and
nephews, especially one, Anna B. McCauley of Newport, NC.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the nurses and staff at
Britthaven of Jacksonville, the nurses and staff at Onslow County Memorial
Hospital and Hospice of Jacksonville for their care of Buddy during his illness.
A very special thank you to Buddy's 'other family' at Jones Funeral Home in
Jacksonville for always being there.
A private graveside memorial service at Rockfish Cemetery in Wallace will be
held. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to either Continuum Hospice,
3391 Henderson Drive Ext., Jacksonville, NC 28546 or to C.A.P.S., 213
Maplehurst Drive, Jacksonville, NC 28540.
Private condolences may be left for the family at www.jonesfh.org.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

Cade, Clarence Louis

94, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Davis Health Care Center. Arrangements will
be announced by Andrews Mortuary Market Street.
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

HORVATH, JOSEPH JOHN

BURGAW ? Joseph John Horvath Sr., age 78 of the Saint Helena Community
Burgaw, died Sunday May 25, 2008 at Home.
Mr. Horvath was born October 24, 1929 in Saint Helena, son of the late Joseph
and Annie Lesko Horvath. He was a veteran of WW II, and Korea having served
honorably in the US Air Force. He retired in 1968 as a Staff Sergeant. He
became owner and operator of the Burgaw Dry Cleaners. Mr. Horvath was a
member of the VFW, the American Legion Post 165, and a lifelong member of
the National Rifle Association.
He is survived by his wife Despina Arseni Horvath; a son Joe John Horvath Jr. of
Burgaw; two daughters, Constance H. Rivenbark and husband Paul Rivenbark Jr.
of Watha, Donna M. Horvath of the home; two grandchildren, Kristina A. Horvath,
William A Ray Jr.; three sisters, Mary H. Kraynick of FL., Helen M. Meszes and
husband Bill and Anne H. Meszes all of Hampstead; five nephews, and three nieces.
Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be 3:00 pm Thursday May 29, 2008 at Saint
Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. Reverend Father Raphael Valencia will officiate.
Burial will follow in the Saint Helena Cemetery with full military honors accorded
by the United States Air Force.
The family will receive friends Wednesday 7-8:00 pm at Harrell's Funeral Home. A
rosary will be recited at 6:15 pm prior to the visitation. Memorial contributions can
be made to St. Josephs Catholic Church 1303 US Hwy. 117 S. Burgaw, NC 28425
or a charity of ones choice.
A service of Harrell's Funeral Home and Cremation Service Burgaw.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

MCMAHAN, GUY ANTHONY "MAC"

Guy Anthony 'Mac' McMahan, age 58, of Canton, Ga., died Friday, May 23, 2008,
at the V.A. Hospital in Durham, N.C. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday,
May 31, 2008, at the Holly Springs Depot, Holly Springs, Ga., from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Survivors are sons and daughters-in-law, Tony & Dolly McMahan, Canton, Ga.;
Brian & Julie McMahan, Wilmington, N.C.; and Clint McMahon, Nashville, TN.
Three grandchildren also survive. Family request in lieu of flowers, contributions
may be made to the American Cancer Society or the veterans charity of your choice.
Huey Funeral Home, Canton, Ga.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.
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SIDBURY, ANNIE LAURIE

HAMPSTEAD ? Annie Laurie Sidbury, age 86, of Watts Landing fell asleep
in the Lord on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.
She was born October 21, 1921 in Pender County to Wilbur Dowless and
Gracie Batson Dowless. She was a graduate of Topsail High School. On May
19, 1940 she married the love of her life, Richard Atkinson Sidbury who preceded
her in death on August 18, 2000 after sixty wonderful years of marriage.
Mrs. Sidbury along with her husband served the Lord by playing the piano with
various gospel quartets, teaching Sunday school and being a constant witness
to all. Her greatest love was that she had for her family; her children,
grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed taking care of them,
spending time with them and loving them. She often told them to remember,
'There is nothing like a mother's love.'
Mrs. Sidbury was a faithful member of Blakes Chapel Advent Christian Church.
A gracious soul with a heart of gold, Annie Laurie lived her life generously,
compassionately and with concern for others. She was an inspiration to all and
will be missed more than words can express.
Mrs. Sidbury is survived by a son, Rex Sidbury and wife, Andrea, daughter,
Marsha Spiller and husband, Warren, and daughter, Virginia Swinson and
husband, Robert; four grandchildren, Carson Sidbury, Zachary Spiller, Robbie
Swinson and wife, Sonya, and Lynn Gideon and husband, Todd; and three great
grandchildren, Greyson and Chesnee Swinson and Mason Gideon.
Graveside funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Blakes Chapel Advent
Christian Church Cemetery with Pastor Edward Dowd officiating.
Casketbearers will be Layton Coleman, Tom Sessions, Wayne Padgett, Gerald
Padgett, David Justice, and Gene Grafius.
Honorary bearers will be Jeff Alford, Wilbur Carter, Owen Martin, Harold Meadows,
Cecil Johnson and Blaine DeNius.
In lieu of flowers in memory of Mrs. Sidbury please give memorial gifts to the Blakes
Chapel Penny Crusade, 88 Blakes Chapel Rd., Hampstead NC 28443.
Condolences may be sent to www.quinnmcgowen.com
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

SOMERSETT, MARGARET HEWETT

Margaret Hewett Somersett, 85, of Mintz Cemetery Road, Ocean Isle Beach,
NC died Monday, May 26, 2008.
Born in Robeson County on March 5, 1923, she was a daughter of the late
Troy and Mary Viola Wilson Hewett. She was predeceased by her daughter
Judith Patricia 'Pat' White and her husband Harry P. Somersett.
Surviving are a daughter and son-in-law Gayle and Donald Stanley, Ocean Isle
Beach, NC. Two sons and daughters-in-law, Darry and Jojuan Somersett,
Ocean Isle Beach, NC, and Greg and Shirley White, Shallotte, NC. Four sisters
Ruby Campbell, Council, NC, Elizabeth 'Beth' Andrews, Wilmington, NC, Dixie
Hinson, Wilmington, NC and Clara Ward, Ft. Walton Beach, FL. Grandchildren
Brad Stanley, and wife Leslie, Felicia Stanley, Collin Somersett and wife,
Christy, Tara Frazier and husband Moses. Great grandchildren Melisia Hewett
and husband Shane, Alexandria White, Abigail Frazier, Jeremiah Frazier, Elisha
Somersett, Joey Meshaw and Kevin Meshaw. Great-great-grandchildren, Noah
Hewett, Tymber Meshaw, Gavin Meshaw, and Cadence Burney.
The Life of a Virtuous woman will be celebrated at 3:00 pm, Thursday, May 29,
2008 in the Brunswick Funeral Service Chapel, officiated by the Reverend Kenny
Todd and the Reverend Larry Milliken. Burial will follow in the Mintz Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm Wednesday, May 28,
2008 at the funeral home.
Casketbearers will be Jerry Wayne Todd, Donald Todd, Joey Meshaw, Dale
Hewett, Gene Kinlaw, II, and Steve Nagy. Honorary Casketbearers will be Hank
Butler, Arliss Butler, Steven Somersett, O'Brien Somersett, and Randy Hewett.
Nanny, as she was known by her family, was our rock and our strength.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory, Shallotte, NC
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brunswickfuneralservice.com.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/28/2008.

Barrett, Geraldine

Barrett, Geraldine Powell, 86, of Blue Heron Drive, Porters Neck, died Wednesday,
May 28, 2008, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. Arrangements will
be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

BARRETT, GERALDINE

Geraldine Powell Barrett died at 12:15 in Wilmington, N.C., on the morning
of May 28, 2008.
Born October 9, 1921, in Wake County, to the late William Herbert and
Mary Dewey Powell, she was eighty-six at the time of her death.
Elegant yet engaged, strong-willed yet giving, proud yet humble, Jerry packed
a six-shooter as a young girl and rode with Tom Mix and Tim McCoy nearly
every Saturday at the nickel movies. A true redhead later affectionately known
as "brick-top," she went on to be the teenager most "checked" by the roving
pairs of home-visiting boys of her day. She danced the meanest jitterbug,
always in the middle of the ballroom, always with her dance card full, until a
French teacher's match-making made her known to a cross-town rival high
school fellow named Charles Francis, "Charlie," Barrett. They met and her dance
card held only one name from then until now, nearly 65 years of that time as
husband and wife.
Jerry raised three sometimes rambunctious boys, giving them her strong sense of
fairness, dignity, honesty and the capacity to become unique human beings in their
own right. She also taught grammar school, and became the most sought-after
event decorator at every church and community institution she ever joined. Her
artistry with flowers, greenery, home furnishings, and fine art arrangements was
renowned.
She was a woman of striking beauty, decided tastes and opinions, warm affection,
keen intelligence, grace and compassion who worked through many volunteer
channels over the years to help those who were less fortunate than she.
Through it all she continued to love, inspire and nurture her husband Charlie; her
three sons Chuck (and wife Melody), David (and wife Barbara), and Tom (and wife
Sharon). Jerry is also survived by her grandsons Robb and Jeremey (and wife
Heather) and three great-grandsons, Gabriel, Iain, and Judah.
The family and friends will celebrate her life and faith at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 2,
2008, at the Little Chapel on the Boardwalk Presbyterian Church, 2 W. Fayetteville
Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Lower Cape
Fear Hospice, 2222 S 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.wilmingtonburialandcremation.com
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street, Wilmington, NC
28403 (910) 791-9099
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008

BELL, MARY

A graveside service will be held 11 am Friday May 30, 2008, in Greenlawn
Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 7pm to 8pm Thursday May 29, 2008 at
Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Valley Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

CADE, CLARENCE

Clarence Louis Cade, 94, died peacefully on May 25, 2008. Respected by all
who knew him, loved and cherished by his family, he was to the very end of
his life the essence of a true gentleman. He will forever be remembered for the
dignity and grace that were the hallmarks of his character.
Born in Oak Park, Illinois, Mr. Cade graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the
University of Chicago in 1934. After finding his first job as a salesman with
Armour and Company and then with the Burnette Company during the height
of the Depression, Mr. Cade joined the newly formed Social Security A
dministration and moved to Washington, DC, shortly before US entry into World
War II. In 1944, he was commissioned as a lieutenant in the US Navy and served
as a personnel officer at the Naval Gun Factory in Washington, working to marshal
the efforts of the large civilian workforce there. After the war, with two young
daughters in tow, he and his wife moved to Montreal, where he had found a job
as director of personnel for ICAO, the International Civil Aviation Organization, a
branch of the newly founded United Nations, which had been located in Canada as
one of the few parts of that organization not at headquarters in New York. Mr. Cade
qualified for that position in part because he spoke fluent French, which he had
learned in four years of high school French classes taught by a native speaker from
Paris. In 1952, wanting to educate his daughters in their home country, he and his
family returned to his native Midwest and settled in Mariemont, OH.
Mr. Cade served as Administrative officer of the United States Public Health Service
facility, first known as the Taft Sanitary Engineering Center, and later as the National
Center for Urban and Industrial Health. He lived in Mariemont from 1952 to 1994. He
and his wife, Charlotte Pettersen Cade, long a Latin and English teacher at Mariemont
High School, reared their four daughters in the village and celebrated their 55th
wedding anniversary there before Mrs. Cade's death in 1993.
After his first wife's death, Mr. Cade spent the final years of his life in North Carolina,
where he had built a family cottage at Pine Knoll Shores on the Outer Banks. He
married a friend from that area, Newell Haller. There he indulged his love for boats and
fishing until 2001, when he and Newell moved to Plantation Village in Wilmington, NC.
He is survived by Newell, his daughters Barbara Cade Pringle and husband Robert of
Alexandria, VA; Jane Cade Theobald and husband Ronald of Cincinnati, OH; Kathryn
Elizabeth Cade and partner Frederick Miller of Boston, MA, and Susan Cade McGuinn
and husband Michael of Denver, CO, as well as by his eight grandchildren and nine
great-grandchildren.
A private celebration of his life is planned for early summer. In lieu of flowers,
memorials may be made to CARE, 151 Ellis Street, NE, Atlanta, GA 30303; The
Nature Conservancy, 4245 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Alexandria, VA 22203; or
the University of Chicago College Fund, 1116 East 59th Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Market Street Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Clements, Anice

Clements, Anice Marie Burchelle, 86, of 33426 Old Salisbury Road, Albemarle,
and a native of Wilmington, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at Britthaven of
Pidemont, Albemarle. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Annunciation
Catholic Church, Albemarle. Burial will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Oakdale Cemetery,
Wilmington. Hartsell Funeral Home, Albemarle.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

DRAKE, DONALD

Donald William Drake, 55, died suddenly, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, in
Wilmington.
Born May 9, 1953, in Ithaca, NY, he was the son of Betty Heath Drake
and the late Donald Edwin Drake.
Donnie worked for Smith Corona from 1970 thru 1985. Relocating to
Wilmington in late 1985 with his wife, Jay, he was employed by Louisiana
Pacific and, the past 11 years, for National Gypsum, as a Plant Engineer.
An avid sports enthusiast with a passion for fishing and black powder
hunting, he also loved racing RC and slots cars with his daughter Madison.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 35 years, Jay Klos
Drake; two daughters, Madison Drake of the home and Donielle Drake, of
Wilmington; sister, Barbara Drake of Freeville, NY; numerous aunts, uncles,
nieces, nephews, cousins; and a multitude of friends who will dearly miss
him.
The family will receive friends from 7pm to 9pm, on Friday, May 30, 2008,
at Andrews Market Street Chapel.
A funeral service will be at 11am Saturday, May 31, 2008, at Andrews
Market Street Chapel, with Rev. Mike Ashcraft officiating. Private interment
will be in Sea Lawn Memorial Park, Hampstead, NC.
Contributions may be made in Donnie's memory to Port City Community
Church, 613 Shipyard Blvd, Suite 104, Wilmington, NC 28401.
In addition to much appreciated help and support from many friends and family,
the Drake family wishes to convey a special "thank you" to Dale and Gail
Causey and their family for their love and support.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Market Street Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008

EVANS, HELEN

Helen Croom Evans, 89, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2008.
Helen was born in Wilmington on February 18, 1919, to the late Ernest Ralph
and Annie Lenora Croom. She was a lifelong resident of Wilmington.
She graduated from New Hanover High School - Class of 1937. For over 35 years
she was self-employed, maintaining her own Accounting and Bookkeeping
business from her home. She was devoted and very active Jehovah's Witness,
being an integral part of the Long Leaf Congregation for many years. She was an
accomplished pianist, often playing for weddings and many functions of her faith.
She was instrumental in many families coming to accurate knowledge of the Bible.
She was known for her willingness of her time and efforts to help others, having
spent many years of her life tirelessly taking care of her family that were in declining
health, as well as being known for her outgoing friendly personality, she never met a
stranger.
Helen was married to Hoyt S. Evans, who preceded her in death.
She is survived by her son, Gerald S Evans and wife Peggy; one granddaughter, Leah
Ranieri and husband Thomas; and two grandchildren, Jessica and Gregory Ranieri.
A Memorial Service will be held on held Saturday, May 31, 2008, at 2:00 pm at the
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1828 S 16th Street, Wilmington, with Eugene
Clifton officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the Kingdom
Hall. Interment will be held privately.
Tributes and Condolences may be offered to the family by visiting www.mem.com
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel, 791-4444
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

JONES, HALLE

WILMINGTON -- Halle Townes Jones, 88, died Monday, May 26 at New Hanover
Regional Medical Center.
She was born in Wilmington on February 29, 1920, the daughter of the late William
Armistead and Louise Rutland Townes. She graduated from New Hanover High
School, St. Mary's School and Junior College in Raleigh, NC and Sophie Newcomb
College in New Orleans, LA. Halle studied at the Philadelphia Divinity School and
served as Director of Christian Education at Christ Church in Lexington, KY and
Christ Church in Nashville TN.
In 1948, she married Catesby ap Catesby Jones of Richmond, VA who preceded
her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Frances Jones Straccia along with
two sons and their wives, Catesby and Mimi Jones of Wilmington, NC, and
Meriwether and Teri Jones of Takoma Park, MD; and her brother Francis Gwynn
Townes of Seattle, WA. She leaves 7 grandchildren: Joseph Catesby Straccia,
Mark Alexander Straccia, Angela Gwynne Straccia, William (Will) Armistead Jones,
Daniel (Danny) Meriwether Jones, Elizabeth (Eliza) Falls Jones and Matthew Maury
ap Catesby (Mac) Jones.
Halle was a native Wilmingtonian, returning to the City with her husband in 1980.
She was a docent at the Burgwin-Wright House and a member of St. James
Episcopal Church, the Carolina Yacht Club, the National Society of Colonial Dames
of America and the Lucky Thirteen Club.
A memorial service will be held for Halle on July 12 at 10:00 at St. James Episcopal
Church. Halle requested that memorials in her honor be made to the St. John's
Chapel Fund c/o Historic Green Springs Inc. PO Box 1685, Louisa, VA. 23093
Attentions: Rae H. Ely
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Market Street Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Kennedy, Vivian

Kennedy, Vivian, of 1802 Ann St., died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Liberty Commons
Nursing Home. The funeral will be at noon Thursday at Mt. Zion AME Church. Burial
will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008

Kennedy, Vivian

Kennedy, Vivian, of 1802 Ann St., died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at Liberty
Commons Nursing Home. The funeral will be at noon Thursday at Mt. Zion AME
Church. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial Cemetery. Adkins Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Lund, Lois

Lund, Lois Florence, 85, formerly of St. Louis, Mo., died Tuesday, May 27, 2008,
at the Autumn Care Nursing Center. Inurnment will be at a later date. Wilmington
Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

O'NEILL, PALMA

WINSTED -- Palma (Consolini) O'Neill, 98, passed away on Tuesday, May 27,
2008, at her home surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of Francis
O'Neill who passed away on November 28, 1997.
She was born on February 8, 1910, in Sheffield, MA; the daughter of the late
John and Maria (Donatini) Consolini. She lived most of her life in Winsted.
She was a dedicated homemaker and loving mother. Her family was the most
important part of her life. She worked at Dano Electric for 18 years. Her favorite
pastimes were baking, canning, knitting, crocheting and she loved building puzzles.
She is survived by one son, Francis (Buddy) O'Neill and his wife Barbara; three
daughters, Lucille Stocking, Peggy Veretto and Rita Blakeney and her husband
John (Chip); a sister, Mary Consolini McGee; 15 grandchildren, Nina Devanney and
her fianc� Angel Rodriguez, Natalie Noyes and her husband Bill, Leon Veretto and
his wife Christine, Jason Veretto, Maria Davidson and her husband Jimmy, Todd
Day, Michelle Blakeney, Matthew Blakeney, Tammy Stocking, Bill Stocking and
his wife Michele, Tracey Tom and her husband Chris, Debby O'Neill, Jack O'Brien,
Lou Lemere, Kathy Bascetta and her husband John and Michael O'Brien. She has
many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three
brothers and a sister.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2008, from Montano-Shea
Funeral Home, 922 Main Street, Winsted at 9:30 a.m. to St. Joseph's Church,
Winsted for a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m. Burial will be held at St. Joseph's
Cemetery, Winsted. Friends may call on Saturday, May 31st at Montano-Shea
Funeral Home, Winsted from 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice Visiting Nurse Services of CT, 62
Commercial BLVD, Torrington, CT 06790. Visit an online guestbook at
www.montano-shea.com.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Pugh, Brandon

Pugh, Brandon Lee, 18, of 89 Old Georgetown Road, Calabash, died Tuesday,
May 27, 2008. Arrangements will be announced by Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

Rico, Diana

Rico, Diana, Isabel, of 507 Bladen, St., infant daughter, of Josue Rico and Juanita
Williams, died Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Thursday at John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.

SHEA, JOHN

John J. Shea, age 70, beloved husband of Susan, nee DeRosier; loving father
of Beth Testen (Bob) and John Shea (Shelia), Pop Pop to six grandchildren,
Ceilidh, Meg, Kerry, Eila, Ethan and Zadie, died on May 27, 2008, after a four
year battle with cancer.
Jack Shea was president and chief executive officer of Spiegel, Inc. from 1985
to 1997. During his years at the helm, Spiegel achieved rapid growth and
widespread acclaim for innovative merchandising programs. Shea masterminded
the acquisition of Eddie Bauer in 1988 and Newport News in 1993, and, with
Spiegel Catalog, the combined entity under Shea's leadership became a $3
Billion multi-channel specialty retailer. A merchant by training and instinct, Shea
spent his early executive years at the John Wanamaker Corporation, rising to senior
vice president of merchandising before joining Spiegel as vice president of
merchandising in 1981.
Mr. Shea was Chairman of the Board of the National Retail Federation, the World's
largest retail trade association. He also was Chairman of the Board of Trustees of
LaSalle University, Philadelphia. In addition, he served on the Advisory Board of the
Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University, the Board of
Trustees at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, and the Boards
of Nalco, Pulte Homes and American Century Casualty Company.
Throughout his adult life, Mr. Shea was involved in many civic and community
organizations including the Chicago area Boy Scouts where he was co-chairman of
the annual Boy Scout luncheon which became the most successful fund raiser in the
Boy Scouts of America.
In honor of Mr. Shea's first career as a toy buyer, Mrs. Susan Shea requests that all
contributions be made to Toys for Tots, in memory of John J. Shea, Marine Toys for
Tots Foundation 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive Triangle, VA 22172.
Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S Meyers Rd (3 blks S
of Roosevelt) Lombard. Funeral Saturday 9:45 a.m. from the funeral home to Our Lady
of Peace, 701 Plainfield Rd, Darien, Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment private. Info:
630/932-1500.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/29/2008.
Notice

Tuohey, John Jack

John J. "Jack" Tuohey died May 22, 2008, at Craven Regional Medical Center
after a battle with cancer.
Born November 6, 1932, in Boston, Massachusetts to John Sr. and Ann (Rogers)
Tuo-hey, he graduated from Boston College in 1956 and married Virginia Ann
Williams in 1959. Together they had four sons who survive them: John Matthew,
Kevin Michael, Robert Paul, and Patrick Eugene. He is also survived by their
wives Pam, Shauna, Kris-ten and Michelle, twelve grandchildren and long-time
companion Gladys Frankson, who lived in Massachusetts, Missouri and North
Carolina.
Jack served in the U.S. Department of State as a Foreign Service Officer and
raised his family in Frankfurt, Vienna, Moscow, Bombay, Berlin, Tel Aviv and in
Washington, D.C. While abroad, Jack served as press or cultural attach? for U.S.
ambassador as well as on the team that negotiated for the release of the American
hostages held in Iran. From his interesting career and life overseas, Jack loved to
share stories about the Camp David Accords, religious riots in Bombay, intrigue in
Berlin and, of course, his beloved Bolshoi Ballet.
His last assignment was at Fort Bragg, where he was an advisor to Special Forces
and taught psychological operations at the John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center.
Jack retired in Fayetteville, N.C., in 1989 to care for his wife as her health declined.
After her death in 1996, Jack volunteered his time as an arbitrator for the Cumberland
County courts, the speakers' bureau at Fayetteville Technical Community College
and as a liasson to the Cumberland County Sheriff's office for his neighborhood
association.
Jack will be buried with his wife, parents and brother at the Tuohey family gravesite in
Boston, Massachusetts.
There will be a Memorial Mass with Father Paul presiding at St. Paul Catholic Church
on Tuesday, June 10 at 10 a.m.
Published in the Sun Journal from 5/30/2008 - 6/2/2008

Bell, Mary

Bell, Mary Helen Pargeter, died Monday May 26, 2008, at home. A graveside
service will be at 11 a.m. Friday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Andrews
Mortuary Valley Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Collins, Katherine

Collins, Katherine, 99, formerly of Wilmington, died Friday, May 23, 2008, in
Chattanooga, Tenn. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial
and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Commander, Harold

Commander, Harold, 60, of West Sea-Aire Canal, Supply, died Thursday, May
29, 2008, at home. Arrangements will be announced by Brunswick Funeral
Service, Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

COOPER, MILDRED

Mildred Overton Cooper passed from this life to be with her Lord on Memorial
Day, May 26 2008, following a brief stay at Cape Fear Hospital, Wilmington,
NC. She was predeceased by her husband, Charlie Lockhart Cooper, who
passed in 1987.
Mildred was born October 1, 1910, to Charlie Wilson Overton and Sarah
Elizabeth Mann Overton in Creswell, NC. She had seven siblings, all
predeceased.
She is survived by her two children, James Leary Cooper, of Colorado Springs,
CO and Charlie C. Lea, of Hampstead, NC (she and husband Bob Lea are
formerly from Danville, VA). Also surviving "Mimi" are her six grandchildren:
Robert L. Lea III, Janet Lea Minter, David Randolph Lea, Johnny Cooper, Nancy
Gail Cooper, and James L. Cooper Jr. Mildred also had 21 great-grandchildren
and nine great-great-grandchildren. "Her children rise up, and call her blessed"
(Proverbs 31:28).
Mildred graduated from high school in Columbia, NC, where she was captain of
the girl's basketball team. She and husband Charlie moved to Norfolk, VA, where
they resided for a period of thirty-three years. She worked as a "Unit Secretary"
at Norfolk General Hospital, from which she retired after 30 years. Soon after her
retirement, she and her husband moved to Danville, VA, in 1978.
Mildred was a devoted Christian who inspired others with her gifts of leadership
and service unto others. Her life was focused upon her family, her church, and a
host of community service organizations to which she belonged. For example,
Mildred started singing at the age of five in her parents' church, something she
continued to do throughout her life. In Danville, she sang with the Senior Citizens'
Choir for nearly twenty years, and also taught various Arts & Crafts classes at the
Senior Citizen's Center. Mildred chaired many committees within the Women's
Auxiliary of the Danville Salvation Army, most notably their annual fund-raising
dinner, the smorgasbord.
Mildred moved to Hampstead, NC, with family in 2006, where she resided at the
Woodbury Wellness Center until the time of her passing. She was a devoted wife,
mother, sister, and grandparent, and will be sorely missed by all who knew and
loved her.
The family will receive friends at Barker Funeral Home, North Main Street, Danville
from 12:30-2:00 on Saturday, May 31 2008. Immediately following, at 2:00 PM, a
public Celebration of Life and Memorial Service will be held in the Barker Funeral
Home Chapel.
The family would also like to thank the compassionate and caring staff on the 2nd
floor of the Cape Fear Hospital, the Woodbury Wellness Center, and the Lower
Cape Fear Hospice. The family also requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be
sent to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter, 1406 Physician's Drive,
Wilmington, NC 28401.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Cooper, Mildr ed

Cooper, Mildred Overton, 97, of Hampstead, and formerly of Danville Va., died
Monday, May 26, 2008, at Cape Fear Memorial Hospital. Arrangements will
be announced by Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Cortez, Isrrael

Cortez, Isrrael, 51, of 767 Hamilton Road, Magnolia, died Tuesday, May 27,
2008. The funeral will be at 5 p.m. Saturday at Rhodes Funeral Home, Warsaw.
Burial will be at a later date in Honduras.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

CRAWFORD, MARY

Mary Hicks "Peggy" Crawford of Wilmington, NC went to be with her Lord
and Savior Jesus Christ Wednesday, May 28, 2008.
She was born December 22, 1934, in Bunn, NC, daughter of the late
Joseph Claude Hicks and Daphine Horton Hicks.
"Peggy" was a wonderful and loving Mom and Grandma to her children and
grandchildren and was anxiously awaiting the birth of her first great-grandchild.
She had worked as an in-home caregiver. Her loving, compassionate heart
made her the favorite of everyone. She was a friend to all who knew her.
Though feisty at times, her love was genuine. She was a member of
Wrightsboro Baptist Church. Her Christianity was in her walk of life.
Surviving are her children, Darious "Darry" Lee Crawford, Hope Crawford
Dowdy with husband Gene and son Christopher, Michelle Crawford with son
Dane, and Brandy Crawford; two brothers, Joseph Hicks of Pleasant Garden,
NC and Danny Hicks of Raleigh, NC; one sister, Mariam Pollard of Clayton,
NC, stepfather Lawrence Hicks Jr. of Wake Forest, NC and many wonderful
cousins.
There will be a viewing for family and friends at Wrightsboro Baptist Church on
Saturday, May 31, 2008, from 2-3 pm. The memorial service will be held at
Wrightsboro Baptist Church at 3:00 pm. Rev. Mike Lewis and Rev. John
McIntyre will officiate the memorial.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Good Shephard Center, 811
Martin Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 (910-763-4424).
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Market Street Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

DOWNING, SR., DONALD

Donald Craig Downing, Sr., 72, of Atkinson died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at
New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born March 7, 1936, in Wilmington and was the son of the late Herman
and Ethel Kelly Downing. He was also predeceased by a daughter, Sue Downing.
Mr. Downing was employed with Ezzell Trucking Company. He served his country
honorably in the US Army Reserves.
Surviving are his wife, Gale Patricia "Pat" Downing; sons, Herman Downing and
Daniel Downing; stepchildren, Rose Milazzo, Michael Milazzo (Daniel Murphy),
Christopher Milazzo and Gale Milazzo; and several special cousins.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Saturday at Atkinson
Baptist Church, one hour prior to the funeral service.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2008, at Atkinson
Baptist Church with the Rev Douglas Warnock, Sr. officiating.
Burial will follow in Point Caswell Baptist Church Cemetery.
To read full obituary and send condolences to the family visit
www.quinnmcgowen.com
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

DRAKE, DONALD

Donald William Drake, 55, died suddenly, Tuesday, May 27, 2008, in Wilmington.
The family will receive friends from 7pm to 9pm, on Friday, May 30, 2008, at
Andrews Market Street Chapel.
A funeral service will be at 11am Saturday, May 31, 2008, at Andrews Market
Street Chapel, with Rev. Mike Ashcraft officiating. Private interment will be in
Sea Lawn Memorial Park, Hampstead, NC.
Contributions may be made in Donnie's memory to Port City Community Church,
613 Shipyard Blvd, Suite 104, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Market Street Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Fleming, Ernestine

Fleming, Ernestine, of 614 Marstellar St., died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at
Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m.
Friday at St. Luke AME Zion Church. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial
Cemetery. Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Frink, Josephine

Frink, Josephine, of 2504 Confederate Drive, died Saturday, May 24, 2008, at
New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at noon Saturday at
New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial
Park. Adkins-Drain Funeral Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Fullard, Carrie

Fullard, Carrie, of 2525 N. Kerr Ave., died Monday, May 26, 2008, at New
Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at
John H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home. Burial will be at Calvary Memorial
Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Galloway, Mary

Galloway, Mary A., of 4606 River Road SE, died Thursday, May 29, 2008,
at Brunswick Cove Living Center. Arrangements will be announced by John
H. Shaw's Sons Funeral Home.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Goodman, Lossie

Goodman, Lossie M., 78, formerly of Leland, died Sunday, May 25, 2008, at
Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter. The funeral will be at 1 p.m.
Saturday at Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte. Burial will be at Grissett Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Graham, Elvie

Graham, Elvie, 91, of 721 Legion Drive, Whiteville, died Saturday, May 24, 2008,
at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. The funeral will be 11 a.m. Saturday
at Union Baptist Church, Lake Waccamaw. Burial will be at Millican Cemetery,
Whiteville. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008

GUYTON, MERLE

Merle Elston Guyton, age 74 years died on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, after
a lengthy illness.
He was born in Wilmington on January 15, 1934, the son of Agnes Penny
Guyton and the late Luther L. Guyton. He was also preceded in death by a
brother, Luther Guyton.
Merle graduated from Long Creek High School, upon graduation he worked
with CP&L, he later joined the Navy Seabees and served in Vietnam. He
owned several businesses in the Rocky Point and Castle Hayne areas. He
later retired from Strick's LP Gas of Castle Hayne. After retirement he and
his wife, Paddy and their dog "Harley", ran away and joined the Carson and
Barnes Circus out of Hugo, OK.
Merle was a life member of the VFW, American Legion, and was past
administrator of the Wilmington Moose Lodge. Merle and Paddy were residing
in Wilmington at the time of his death.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 22 years, Patricia Kiles Guyton; his mother,
Agnes Penny Guyton; children; Merle Guyton, Jr. (Carla) of Saltillo MS, Luther
Guyton (JoAnne) of Saucier, MS, Gale Sherwood (Rich) of Worton, MD, Susan
Leith (Rob) of Perkinston, MS, and Sonia Switzer of Kiln, MS. Brother, Jerry
Guyton (Ann) of Whiteville, NC and sister, Catherine Parrott (Tom) of Rocky
Point, NC. Step children, Rex Strickland of Bartow, FL, Pollyanna Strickland
Likens (Steve) of Castle Hayne, Pat C. Strickland (Sissy) of Green Cove Springs,
FL, Tony R. Strickland (Denise) of Lincolnton, NC. 15 grandchildren and 9
great -grandchildren.
Visitation for family and friends will be from 6 to 8 pm Friday at Andrews Mortuary
Market Street Chapel.
Funeral services will be held 1 pm Saturday, May 31, 2008, at St. Stanislaus
Catholic Church in Castle Hayne. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. A
reception will be held following the service in the fellowship hall of the church.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Market Street Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

KEAGY, JACQUELYN

Jacquelyn Lee Keagy, 67, of Wilmington, NC, died Monday, May 26, 2008, at
Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center.
She was born in Kanawha Co., WV, on July 20, 1940, the daughter of the late
Arney B. and Lucille H. Atkinson Lemon.
Jacquelyn graduated from Rutgers University in Camden, NJ and received her
Masters Degree in Social Work form Temple University in Philadelphia, PA.
She retired in 2002 from Personnel Decisions International in Minneapolis, MN
and moved to Wilmington, NC. Jacquelyn was Director of Volunteers at Airlie
Gardens and was also a member of First Presbyterian Church.
She was member of several Bridge Clubs and the Newcomer Club of Wilmington,
and The Dog Eared Book Club. She was also an usher at Thalian Hall and a very
active Democrat.
Surviving are two daughters, Kelly Bullock and husband, Ed of Charlotte, NC,
and Barri Keagy of Leesburg, VA; one son, Bart Keagy of Carmel, CA; five
grandchildren, Ian, Peyton, and Jordan Bullock, Sarah Keagy and Trevor Keagy;
brother, Robert "Bob" Lemon and wife, Jan of Ocala, FL, and their four children.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 31, 2008, at First
Presbyterian Church by Rev. Pete Brown.
A reception will be held following the service in the fellowship hall of the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the The Prevent Cancer Foundation
on the website at www.preventcancer.org. or to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 2222
S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com
A Market Street Chapel Service
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Lacy, George

Lacy, George Edward, 76, of 16546 Twisted Hickory Road, Bladenboro, died
Monday, May 26, 2008, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Fayetteville. The
funeral will be at 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Bladenboro. Burial will be
at the Shaw-Lacy Cemetery. Peoples Funeral Home, Whiteville.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

LOCKLEAR, SR., WINFORD

LELAND, NC -- Winford Locklear, Sr. passed away at his residence on May 21,
2008. Born in Robeson County on September 5, 1939, his parents were the late
Dock and Alberta Locklear.
Known as "Eagle", he was a lifetime member of Town Creek Hunting Club, an
avid fisherman and he loved the outdoors.
Winford is survived by his children; Winford Locklear, Jr. of Winnabow, NC Keith
Locklear, Sr. of Supply, NC, Teresa Brown of Leland, NC and Jamey Braden of
TN; grandchildren, Holly Locklear, Meghan West, Renaie Brown, Beth Ann Arnold,
Amanda Locklear, Amber Locklear, Angel Locklear, Keith Locklear, Jr., Brian
Locklear, Noah Braden, Gabriel Braden, Ray Cooper and Daniel Brown; five
great-grandchildren; brothers, Delmus Locklear of Winnabow, Billy Locklear and
Phillip Locklear of Rowland and Larry Locklear of Lumberton; sisters, Barbara
Locklear and Peggy Oxendine of Rowland, NC and Hannah Brooks of Maxton,
NC. In addition to his parents, Winford was preceded in death by brothers, James
R. Locklear and Samuel Locklear and a sister Mary Esther Rich.
Arrangements will be announced by Coble Ward-Smith Funeral & Cremation
Service, Supply.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Lynde, Skip

Lynde, Skip Gordon, 34, of Carolina Beach, died Friday May 23, 2008. The service
will be private. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Murphy, Donnie

Murphy, Donnie Herring, 70, of 381 McLean Road, Elizabethtown, died Thursday,
May 29, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. Arrangements will be announced by
Carter Funeral Home, Garland.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Pugh, Brandon

Pugh, Brandon Lee, 18, of 89 Old Georgetown Road, Calabash, died Tuesday, May
27, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Peoples Funeral Home, Shallotte.
Burial will be at Pleasant View Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

SHEA, JOHN

John J. Shea, age 70, beloved husband of Susan, nee DeRosier; loving father of
Beth Testen (Bob) and John Shea (Shelia), Pop Pop to six grandchildren, Ceilidh,
Meg, Kerry, Eila, Ethan and Zadie, died on May 27, 2008, after a four year battle
with cancer.
Jack Shea was president and chief executive officer of Spiegel, Inc. from 1985 to
1997. During his years at the helm, Spiegel achieved rapid growth and widespread
acclaim for innovative merchandising programs. Shea masterminded the acquisition
of Eddie Bauer in 1988 and Newport News in 1993, and, with Spiegel Catalog, the
combined entity under Shea's leadership became a $3 Billion multi-channel specialty
retailer. A merchant by training and instinct, Shea spent his early executive years
at the John Wanamaker Corporation, rising to senior vice president of merchandising
before joining Spiegel as vice president of merchandising in 1981.
Mr. Shea was Chairman of the Board of the National Retail Federation, the World's
largest retail trade association. He also was Chairman of the Board of Trustees of
LaSalle University, Philadelphia. In addition, he served on the Advisory Board of the
Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University, the Board of
Trustees at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center, Chicago, and the Boards
of Nalco, Pulte Homes and American Century Casualty Company.
Throughout his adult life, Mr. Shea was involved in many civic and community
organizations including the Chicago area Boy Scouts where he was co-chairman of the
annual Boy Scout luncheon which became the most successful fund raiser in the Boy
Scouts of America.
In honor of Mr. Shea's first career as a toy buyer, Mrs. Susan Shea requests that all
contributions be made to Toys for Tots, in memory of John J. Shea, Marine Toys for
Tots Foundation 18251 Quantico Gateway Drive Triangle, VA 22172.
Visitation Friday 3-9 p.m. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S Meyers Rd (3 blks S of
Roosevelt) Lombard. Funeral Saturday 9:45 a.m. from the funeral home to Our Lady of
Peace, 701 Plainfield Rd, Darien, Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment private. Info: 630/932-1500.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News from 5/29/2008 - 5/30/2008.

Simmons, Leon

Simmons, Leon Floyd, 62, died Sunday May 18, 2008, at the Woodberry Wellness
Center, Hampstead. Arrangements will be announced by Wilmington Burial and
Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

Toland, Michael

Toland, Michael, 33, of Boiling Spring Lakes, died Monday, May 26, 2008. A
Mass will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Peacock-Newnam & White, Southport.
Published in the Star-News on 5/30/2008.

WHITNEY, MILDRED

Mildred Parker Whitney, 52, of Wilmington, died at home on Wednesday morning,
May 28, 2008.
Millie was born July 7, 1955, in Clinton, NC, the youngest daughter of the late E.C.
Parker and Mildred Caison Parker.
Millie graduated from Clinton High School and attended East Carolina University.
Millie is survived by her husband Harry Whitney; her son, Alfred Whitney; a daughter,
Marjorie Whitney, all of Wilmington. She is also survived by her stepdaughter, Karen
Nemmers, Carolina Beach,NC; a stepgrandson, Peter Nemmers, Wilmington, NC;
her sisters; Linda Puckett (Bill), Murrells Inlet, SC; Booboo Watkins (Tommy),
Greensboro, NC, and a brother, Elton Parker (Linda), Raleigh, NC.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2008, at 4PM at Coble Ward-Smith
Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel with Dr. William H. Puckett, Jr. officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society,
1414-D S. College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403.
Coble Ward-Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Oleander Chapel
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com

Collins, Katherine

Collins, Katherine, 99, formerly of Wilmington, died Friday, May 23, 2008, in
Chattanooga, Tenn. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the graveside at
Oleander Memorial Gardens. Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

Commander, Harold

Commander, Harold Byrd Jr., 60, of West Sea-Aire Canal, Supply, died Thursday,
May 29, 2008, at home. The service will be private. Brunswick Funeral Service,
Shallotte.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

Cooper, Mildred

Cooper, Mildred Overton, 97, of Hampstead, and formerly of Danville Va., died
Monday, May 26, 2008, at Cape Fear Memorial Hospital. A memorial service will
be Saturday at Barker Funeral Home, Danville, Va. Wilmington Burial and Cremation
Service.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

Corbett, Bennie

Corbett, Bennie, 61, of Fayetteville, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at VA Hospital,
Fayetteville. The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Rose Hill Funeral Home, Rose
Hill. Burial will be at the Rose Hill Funeral Home Cemetery, Magnolia.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

Crawford, Mary

Crawford, Mary 'Peggy' Hicks, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008. A memorial
service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday at Wrightsboro Baptist Church. Andrews
Mortuary Market Street Chapel.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

Downing, Donald

Downing, Donald Craig Sr., 72, of Atkinson, died Wednesday, May 28, 2008, at
New Hanover Regional Medical Center. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at
Atkinson Baptist Church. Burial will be at Point Caswell Baptist Church Cemetery.
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home, Burgaw.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008

MACGILL, ELOISE

Eloise Bowling Macgill of Wilmington, NC and formerly of Pulaski, VA, went to
be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, May 29, 2008.
She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Daniel Macgill, Jr.
She is survived by her only son, The Rev. Dan and Sybil Macgill; four grandchildren,
Will Macgill (Tricia) of Summit, NJ, Gordon Macgill (Andrea) of Richmond, VA;
Peirce Macgill (Meg) of Baltimore, MD; and Stephanie Macgill of North Lake Tahoe,
NV and six special great-grandchildren. She was also close to the Owen family
members, Bill, Carolyn, Pennie and Leslie.
Throughout her adult life, Eloise was involved with civic and community
organizations, including Hensel Eckman YMCA, New River Historical Society,
Pulaski Chapter of the American Red Cross, Presbyterian Children's Home, Fine
Arts Center New River Valley. She also served on the Virginia Governor's Mansion
Board and was a member of the Thorn Spring Country Club. Her special loves were
the Friday Bridge Club and Round Dozen Club. She was a member of First
Presbyterian Church and later a member of St. John's Episcopal Church.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, June 2, 2008, at Stevens
Funeral Home in Pulaski, Virginia with The Reverend Dan Macgill officiating.
Entombment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Pulaski, Virginia.
Memorial gifts may be given to American Red Cross, Cape Fear Chapter, 1102 S.
16th St., Wilmington, NC 28401 or to the charity of your choice.
Condolences may be sent to www.quinnmcgowen.com
Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.
Online condolences at StarNewsOnline.com
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

Murphy, Donnie

Murphy, Donnie Herring, 70, of 381 McLean Road, Elizabethtown, died Thursday,
May 29, 2008, at Bladen County Hospital. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Monday at
Evening Light Holiness Church, Garland. Burial will be at Autry Cemetery,
Elizabethtown. Carter Funeral Home, Garland.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

Pugh, Brandon

Pugh, Brandon Lee, 18, of 89 Old Georgetown Road, Calabash, died Tuesday,
May 27, 2008. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Peoples Funeral Home,
Shallotte. Burial will be at Pleasant View Cemetery.
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

SIMMONS, LEON

Leon Floyd Simmons, 62, of Wilmington, died Monday May 19, 2008, at the Woodbury
Wellness Center, Hampstead.
Leon was born in Charleston, WV, the son of the late Kenneth Ray Simmons and Ella
Harris Simmons. He is preceded by a daughter Tina Simmons and a son Clifford
Simmons.
Surviving are his Fianc�e Linda Tootle; sons David Carrol of Chesapeake, WV, Decarlo
Brown of Fife, WA, David Simmons of Rochester, NY, Leon Simmons, Aaron Simmons
and Maxx Simmons, all of Camden, NJ ;brothers James Simmons of NY, Harold and
Kenneth Simmons, both of Whiteville, NC; sisters Mrs. Phylis Coley and Mrs. Darlene
Mills both of Paterson, NJ and Mrs. Deborah Hall of Union, NJ.
A celebration of life service will be held Saturday May 31, 2008, 2:00 p.m. at the home
of Leon's brother Kenneth Simmons 5202 Peacock Road Whiteville, NC the Reverend
Deirdre Tabor will officiate.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.wilmingtonburialandcremation.com
Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 791-9099
Published in the Star-News on 5/31/2008.

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