John A Watkins, Sr.
Dec 6, 2025
It is with deepest sympathy we announce the passing of Mr. John A Watkins, Sr., 93, who departed this life on December 6, 2005, at his home in Maple Hill, North Carolina. Mr. Watkins was a dedicated truck driver, a loving husband, and the proud father of six children: Cheryl W. Hayes, John A. Watkins, Jr., Clifton R. Watkins, Jim...
Louise "Doll" Shepard
Dec 4, 2025
Mother Louise Nixon Shepard, age 85, gently slipped into eternal peace on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC. Surrounded by love, she transitioned as gracefully as she lived—quietly, beautifully, and in God's perfect timing. Born with a tender spirit and a giving heart, Mother Louise was affectionately known as "Doll," a name...
Ricky Allen Shepard
Dec 4, 2025
Mr. Ricky Allen Shepard, 64, of Hampstead, NC, peacefully transitioned on December 4, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion that will forever be cherished by his children Ricky James, Sr., Kai Turner-Shepard, Brandon Wilson, and Shameka Sidbury as well as a host of family and friends. Ricky was a man of deep passion, known...
Ada Mae Williams
Dec 1, 2025
Mother Ada Mae Williams, age 93 of Rocky Point peacefully transitioned into the land of the free and healed on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC.Mother Williams is survived by her daughter, Sharon Williams Carr (Johnny); her stepson, Jamie "Maurice" Williams; grandchildren, Alisha M. Williams, Johnny L. Carr Jr. (Danielle), Jasmine Williams,...
Thomas Michael England
Dec 1, 2025
In Loving Memory Mr. Thomas Michael England aka Michael "Candyman" Glaude, age 74, slipped away peacefully in the early hours of December 1, 2025, at Magnolia in Clinton, North Carolina. A Proud Former Member of the United States Navy. Mr. England lived a Life defined by service, devotion, and love for his family. He is preceded in death by one...
Annie Mitchell
Dec 1, 2025
Mrs. Annie Lue Fuller Mitchell, age 84, of Hampstead, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest on December 1, 2025, at her residence. A mother of three sons and two daughters, and cherished grandmother to many, Mrs. Mitchell was deeply loved by all who knew her. Her gentle spirit and enduring love will be remembered by family, friends, and the community...
Shirley Ann Farrior Thomas
Dec 1, 2025
Mrs. Shirley Ann Farrior Thomas, age 80, of Wilmington, North Carolina, peacefully accepted her call from her Heavenly Father on December 1, 2025, while in the compassionate care of Lower Cape Fear Hospice LifeCare in Wilmington. She was the beloved wife of Mr. Kenneth Thomas and will be deeply missed by a devoted circle of family and friends who will...
Mary Etta Kea
Dec 1, 2025
Mary Etta Kea age 69, formerly of Currie, NC passed away peacefully on Monday, December 1, 2025 at Wallace gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility. She leaves to cherish her memories her daughters, Etta Maria Kea and Ebony Kea; grandchildren, Chasity Kea, Teiona Canady, Darius Autry, Elijah Autry, and Kiara Autry; great-grandchild, Akiro Hutchinson; brothers, Sterling Beatty, Boston Beatty, William Beatty...
Lee Andrew Jones, Sr.
Nov 23, 2025
Mr. Lee Andrew Jones, Sr., peacefully departed this life at his residence on November 23, 2025. While he may no longer be with us, we find comfort in knowing he has gone on to enjoy the hobbies he loved most fishing along peaceful waters and tending to the land he cherished. The family warmly invites the public to his visitation...
Vernell Jacobs White
Nov 20, 2025
Ms. Vernell Jacobs White, 68, of Holly Ridge, NC, passed away peacefully on November 20,2025 at Onslow Memorial Hospital, with family by her side. She was born on June 16, 1957 in Wilmington NC to the late Geneva Reynolds. Vernell Jacobs White graduated from Topsail High School and worked as a line worker for over 20 years. A passionate mother...
Bennie Frank Herring
Nov 18, 2025
Mr. Bennie Frank Herring, age 81, of the Atkinson Community, entered a world of eternal peace, free from pain on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at his residence. He is survived by his beloved wife, Frances Thompson Herring; his children, Karen "Lynn" Herring and Brian "Frankie" Herring; grandchildren, Rasjiem Herring (Cortnie), Mitchetta Murphy, and Paris Wooten; great-grandchildren, Ty'Shon Herring, Ta'Kari Herring,...
Apostle Curtis Lee West, Sr
Nov 16, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Apostle Curtis Lee West, Sr., who departed this life on November 16, 2025, at Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC. Apostle West was the beloved Pastor of Empact Ministry of Wallace, NC, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, and a steadfast pillar in his community....
Felix Maurice Johnson
Nov 14, 2025
Mr. Felix Maurice Johnson, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend entered into eternal rest on November 14, 2025, at Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Born and raised in Willard, North Carolina, Felix also known as Maurice grew up working alongside his family in farming, a beginning that shaped his strong work ethic and generous spirit. Throughout his life, he...
Lila Wallace Gary
Nov 12, 2025
Mother Lila Gary, age 96 of Jacksonville, North Carolina formerly of Maple Hill, North Carolina transitioned on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at her residence. Service of remembrance will be held 1:00pm on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Dunn Funeral Home Chapel 810 West Wilmington Street Burgaw, NC 28425. In lieu of standing sprays the family request potted plants or garden...
Raynard Alonso Kea
Nov 12, 2025
Mr. Raynard A. Kea, of the Canetuck Community in Currie, North Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. He is survived by his loving daughters, Etta Maria Kea and Ebony Kea; grandchildren, Chasity Kea, Teiona Canady, Darius Autry, Elijah Autry, and Kiara Autry; great-grandchild, Akiro Hutchinson; siblings, Gloria Kea, Myrtis Kea Manigo, Charles Kea, Frederick Kea, and Michael Odell...
Lucille Barden Pickett
Nov 6, 2025
Mother Lucille Barden Pickett, age 85, of Pickett Bay Road Chinquapin, North Carolina, answered the Master's call and entered her heavenly home on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 9:44 a.m. She leaves to cherish her precious memory her devoted sons, Joe Lawrence Pickett, Toussaint Pickett, and Kyle Lorenz Pickett; along with a host of loving grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and...
James Edward Bowen
Nov 6, 2025
Mr. James Edward Bowen, age 72, formerly of Riegelwood, North Carolina, and a resident of the Whitestocking Community in Burgaw, entered into his eternal rest on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at his home. He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Annie "Carolyn" Bowen; three beloved daughters, Letisha Murphy Kirby, Zipporah Jordan, and Chanel Jacobs; granddaughters, Tamiyah Spencer, Ivori...
John Curtis Sharpless, Jr.
Nov 5, 2025
Mr. John Curtis Sharpless, Jr. age 69 Peacefully transitioned into a world of the free at Premier Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Jacksonville, NC. Celebration of Life will be held 12:00noon Saturday, November 15, 2025 at Greater St Paul United Holy Church 1266 Webbtown Road, Maple Hill, NC 28454. Interment will follow in the Durden Field Cemetery Maple Hill, NC. Visitation...
Frederick Sampson Maynor
Nov 4, 2025
Mr. Frederick Sampson Maynor, age 89, formerly of Garland, North Carolina, and a proud veteran of the United States Army, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. An Honorable Service of Remembrance will be held 11:00am on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Dunn Funeral Home Chapel, 810 West Wilmington Street, Burgaw, North Carolina. Interment will follow...
Terrance Dion James
Nov 3, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mr. Terrance James, formerly of Maple Hill, North Carolina, who departed this life on November 3, 2025, at Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital in Cypress, Texas. Terrence was the beloved son of Ms. Ida James and was cherished by a host of devoted family members and dear friends whose lives he touched with...