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Our family’s lost its Queen Bee. Ivey Jean spent her life displaying the best qualities of a well-raised southern lady and she passed those traits on to her children and grandchildren. She was a Belle to the end!Born in January 1930, just in time for the great depression, Ivey Jean was the second child of John Devine and Rose Lilly Lawhorne. Her family on both sides went back generations in Wilmington and drew from every walk of life. From farmers... Read More
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kenneth Wayne Watkins, beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, on February 2, 2025, at the age of 48.Wayne was born on November 7, 1976, in Burgaw, North Carolina. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Vernon and Mary Elizabeth Basden, Pete and Jackie Watkins, and Bobby Nobles; His Uncles Tim Nobles, Moe Kelly, Butch Hicks, John Vermuele, and Tim Kelly.He is survived by his father, Ken Watkins and... Read More
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90, passed away January 31, 2025. Arrangements provided by Wilmington Funeral & Cremation - Wilmington Chapel. Read More
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88, passed away January 31, 2025. Arrangements provided by Wilmington Funeral & Cremation. Read More
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81, passed away January 19, 2025. Arrangements provided by Wilmington Funeral & Cremation. Services on Feb 08, 2:00pm at Wilmington Funeral Chapel. Read More
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77, passed away January 17, 2025. Arrangements provided by Wilmington Funeral. Read More
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Barbara Jane (Barker) Gupton, age 79, passed away on January 21, 2025. She was born on April 3,1945, in Charleston, South Carolina, to the late Minnie (Pendarvis) Davis and John Thomas Barker.Barbara was cherished by her family and friends and took great pride in her role as a grandmother of five. She was lovingly known as "Nannie".She is survived by her daughter, Carol Gupton of Council Bluffs, IA; grandchildren, Kylee Brown and Kaden Brown; daughter, Kim (Gupton) Garnette and her... Read More
Maria Victoria Acevedo, 76, of Wilmington North Carolina passed away on January 11, 2025, surrounded by her family after a tragic accident. Maria was known for her warmth, generosity, tenacity and loving spirit.Maria, daughter of Vicelminda and Santos Cuellar, was born on June 13, 1948. She grew up in the South Bronx in New York City and attended Lehman College in the Bronx where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. After obtaining a Master’s degree and multiple... Read More
Quinn McGowen
85, passed away January 29, 2025. Arrangements provided by Wilmington Funeral & Cremation - Wilmington Chapel. Read More
Elizabeth Strauss Coffey, known to all as Liz, transitioned to heaven peacefully with family by her side on January 27, 2025, in Wilmington, North Carolina at the age of 67.Born on October 22, 1957, in Mason City, Iowa, to the late John Louis Strauss and Mary Anne Bolling Strauss, she was the youngest of eight children. Liz obtained her bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Georgia in Athens. It was at Georgia that she met M. Terry Coffey,... Read More
John Laurens Wright, Jr.December 9, 1932 – January 28, 2025John Laurens Wright, Jr. (“Laurens”), was born December 9, 1932, in Wilmington, N.C. He was the son of the late John Laurens Wright, Sr., and Jane MacMillan Wright. Laurens is survived by his wife Allene Keith Wright, his son John Laurens Wright, III and his wife Lucy, his daughter Elizabeth Wright Mayo and her husband Spencer, son William G. Wright, Sr. and his wife Missy, grandchildren, Henry Mayo, Grainger Wright, Joshua... Read More
William Campbell “Bill” Hunter, also known as Papa Builder, age 88, of Wilmington, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025. He was born May 26, 1936 in Raleigh, NC the son of the late Rufus Avera and Elizabeth Campbell “Ibby” Hunter. Bill grew up in Raleigh during what he called simpler, slower times, and also the very best years to grow up! He spent his early days at Murphy School and then Hugh Morson High School. Post graduation he attended... Read More
Coble Funeral and Cremation Service
86, passed away January 27, 2025. Arrangements provided by Wilmington Funeral & Cremation. No services planned at this time. Read More
87, passed away January 21, 2025. Arrangements provided by Wilmington Funeral & Cremation - Village Road Chapel, Leland. Read More
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Marvin Dale Garvey, 65, of Hampstead, North Carolina, died Monday, Jan. 20, 2025.He was born August 12, 1959, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the son of the late Thurman “Pete” Garvey, Senior, and Lillie Mae Styron Garvey. Also remembered are his eldest brother, Thurman Garvey, Junior, and nephew James Garvey.Surviving are his beloved wife-of-33-years, Sonya; son Nathan; son Jamie and his wife Santana and their son Jameson Fulp; elder brother Kenneth and his wife Rebecca; sister Julia Hinnet and her husband... Read More
Louis “Buzz” Henry Sawyer, Sr., 81, of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at his home.He was born on September 3, 1943, in Burgaw, to the late Arthur and Norma Rowe Sawyer.A man of great faith and service, Louis was deeply involved in his church community, often seen volunteering for various charitable activities. His commitment to the sheriff's department was unwavering, and he was admired for his dedication and integrity. Louis had an adventurous... Read More
Quinn McGowen - Wilmington
85, passed away January 26, 2025. Arrangements provided by Wilmington Funeral & Cremation. Services on Feb 01, Wilmington Funeral Chapel. Visitation 11-12:30pm. Read More
77, passed away January 19, 2025. Arrangements provided by Wilmington Funeral & Cremation. Read More
Thomas Gwilliam Duncan, age 96, of Nakina, NC, died Thursday, January 23, 2025 in his home. Born October 23, 1928 in Columbus County, NC, he was the son of the late Alton Edwin Duncan and Retha Lola Long Duncan. He was a retired veteran of the United States Air Force where he served in the Korean War, and United States Civil Service. He was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He is survived by... Read More
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June Leggett Pearce passed away peacefully on January 23, surrounded by her family and supported with love and prayers from her church community and friends. She was born in Lumberton, NC, September 3, 1940, the daughter of R. Frank Leggett and Inez Shaw Leggett.June was predeceased by her parents, her beloved husband of 23 years, Buford Pearce and her brother Franklin Leggett, Jr.A graduate of Lumberton High School, June went on to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree from the... Read More
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