Obituaries

Debra "Debbie" Davis

Debra "Debbie" Davis

Jun 21, 2024

ALWAYS LISTENING ALWAYS KIND Debra “Debbie” Butler Davis was welcomed into the arms of her loved ones in heaven on Friday June 21, 2024. She was born in Oklahoma on an Air Force base to her proud parents Virgil and Irene. She was raised in Virginia Beach. She attended college at Emery and Henry and later received her teaching certificate...

Benjamin Earl Herring Jr.

Benjamin Earl Herring Jr.

Jun 18, 2024

Benjamin (“Benny”) Earl Herring, Jr. of Topsail Beach, NC died on June 18, 2024 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center. He was 76 years old. Benny was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin Earl Herring, Sr., and Marie Outland Herring of Goldsboro, infant sister June Marie, and infant brother Robert Lyn. He is survived by his brother, Brian Lee...

Richard Alan Cooper

Richard Alan Cooper

Jun 13, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Alan Cooper, who left this world on June 13, 2024, at the age of 77. Born on April 18, 1947, Richard was a loving husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and a true friend to many. Richard was married to the love of his life, Mary Alice Cooper, for...

Dennis Michael Conlon

Dennis Michael Conlon

Jun 7, 2024

Dennis Michael Conlon, 78, Wilmington, NC mastered the leap of faith off this globe, Friday, June 7, 2024, due to multiple physical complications. A service for Dennis will be held at Church of the Servant, 4925 Oriole Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403 at 11:00 am, June 29. Dennis explored all things in life with the sole purpose of enjoying and discovering...

Susan Elizabeth Boykin

Susan Elizabeth Boykin

Jun 3, 2024

Susan Boykin (July 9, 1949 - June 3, 2024) was a cherished soul whose love for life was as vast as the mountains and as deep as the sea. A devoted partner to Martha Russ for 34 years, they found love in Wilmington, nurtured it in Leland, and let it bloom in Hallsboro. A registered nurse for three decades, Susan...

Bertha Frances Ziegler

Bertha Frances Ziegler

May 28, 2024

Becky Ziegler passed away in Wilmington, NC on May 28, 2024. Becky was born Jan 20, 1939 to Wesley and Relle Watson. She spent the majority of her life in Marshallville, Ohio and in later years Satsuma, Florida. Married to Lynn for 62 years. Lynn passed away Sep 9, 2016. She spent summers at Seneca Lake, OH with family and...

Virginia Abbott

Virginia Abbott

May 26, 2024

Virginia Abbott, 89 Years of Age, peacefully passed on to her heavenly home on Sunday, May 26th 2024 at Lower Cape Fear Lifecare. Virginia was born April 14th, 1935 in Lynchburg, Virginia to Kate Bowles and Walker Ashwell. She was the wife of deceased S. John Abbott, deceased daughter Pam and son Keith Abbott. She was survived by daughter Sharon...

Connie Sue Horton

Connie Sue Horton

May 25, 2024

Connie Sue Horton passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family. She was a beloved mother, wife, sister, and dog grandma. She is preceded in death by her husband and soulmate, Sam Horton, Jr., who passed in 2022 after 52 years of marriage. She is survived by her daughter, Kyle, and fur grandchildren, Dudley and Fennec, who considered her their...

Joyce Garrett Nelson

Joyce Garrett Nelson

May 24, 2024

Joyce Garrett Nelson gently laid her paint brush and pallet down beside her easel on May 24, 2024, and gracefully slipped away to be with the Lord. She came into this world on June 23, 1947, one of seven children of Wade and Helga Rogers Garrett. Her father passed away when she was two and Helga stoically raised her four...

Anthony Joseph Schnur

Anthony Joseph Schnur

May 19, 2024

With profound sadness, we remember and honor the life of Anthony Schnur (October 18, 1946 - May 19, 2024). A beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, Tony was a beacon of kindness, humor, and love. Married for 50 years, Tony and Isabel's love story began in Spain, where they met while Tony was serving in the Navy. Despite their...

Shizuko Tokue Halkyard

Shizuko Tokue Halkyard

May 13, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Shizuko Tokue Halkyard on May 13, 2024. She was born on November 5, 1925, in Japan, and spent her final moments at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Wilmington, NC. Shizuko's life was rich with experiences and her spirit touched everyone she met. Her love, wisdom, and warmth will...

Sherry Sunderland

Sherry Sunderland

May 10, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Sherry Sunderland on May 10, 2024. Born June 16, 1958, Sherry's warmth and kindness touched everyone she knew. Her spirit will live on in our hearts forever. Please keep her family in your thoughts during this difficult time.

Linda Sue Huffman

Linda Sue Huffman

May 5, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Linda Sue Huffman on May 5, 2024. Born on January 18, 1947, Linda's kindness and joyous spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be fondly remembered and deeply missed. Rest in peace, dear Linda.

Patricia Manning

Patricia Manning

Apr 30, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Patricia Manning on April 30, 2024, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare. Born on May 24, 1943, Patricia's life was filled with kindness and love that touched everyone around her. Her memory will forever be cherished by all who knew her. Rest in peace, dear Patricia.

Christina Renea Nelson

Christina Renea Nelson

Apr 28, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Christina Renea Nelson (Hinshaw) on April 28, 2024, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare. Born in California on December 28, 1974, Christina was a beacon of love, joy, and adventure in the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. In 1997, Christina married the love of her life, Victor Nelson, and...

Thomas Michael Bodnar

Thomas Michael Bodnar

Apr 20, 2024

On Saturday, April 20, 2024 Thomas Michael Bodnar of both Gaithersburg, MD and Leland, NC passed away at the age of 77 years. We are so saddened by the tremendous loss of a beloved husband, father, and Pop-Pop and we are especially heartbroken that we will no longer be able to experience his quick wit, iconic sense of humor and...

Marlene Easton

Marlene Easton

Apr 20, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marlene Easton on April 20, 2024. Born on March 15, 1950, Marlene's love and warmth will forever be remembered by those who were fortunate to have known her. Rest in peace, dear Marlene.

Eula Dyer

Eula Dyer

Apr 20, 2024

We mourn the loss of Eula Dyer, who peacefully passed away on April 20, 2024, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Hospice. Born on October 22, 1941, Eula's warm spirit and loving heart will forever be cherished by those who knew her. Rest in peace, dear Eula.

Janetta Song Stephenson

Janetta Song Stephenson

Apr 17, 2024

Janetta Song Stephenson (Aitken), born November 1, 1981, passed away after a brave, decades-long battle with mental illness on April 17, 2024. Jane was a loving mother, sister, daughter, and friend, whose kindness, talent, beauty, and intelligence touched the lives of all who knew her. Jane was the proud and dedicated mother to her two beloved sons, Liam Sage, 18,...

Carole Harvey

Carole Harvey

Apr 15, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Carole Harvey, who left us on April 15, 2024. Born on June 17, 1949, Carole's love and warmth will forever be remembered by those who were fortunate to have known her. Rest in peace, dear Carole.