Wilmington, NC Obituaries

William C Wilkins Jr. passed on May 16, 2026, at the age of 84, having been born on February 21, 1942. William C Wilkins Jr. was a resident of Wilmington, North Carolina.

September 4, 1938 – May 14, 2026 Eric Reeves, Jr., age 87, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, leaving behind a legacy of faith, family, and master craftsmanship. Born on September 4, 1938, in W...

Brianne Allis (Leclaire) Fox, 46, of Hampstead, NC passed away on Wednesday, May 13, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Brooklyn, NY, on November 6, 1979, to Mary and David. ...

Justina Baztan Hanby, known to those who loved her as Ana, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord on May 12, 2026. Ana was born in Ejea de los Caballeros, a province of Zaragoza, Spain. She was...

“I love the life I live, and I live the life I love.” - Mose Allison John Dearman Martin (February 19, 1959 - May 11, 2026), father, husband, church leader, and leader in the law, passed away early in...

William Francis Flynn, 74, of Leland, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026. He was born July 23, 1951, in Brooklyn, NY, to the late John Edward Flynn and Alice McLaughlin. In addition to his parents, he...

Dr. KARLA MONTGOMERY WAGNER Dr. Karla Montgomery Wagner, 69, of Leland, North Carolina, passed away suddenly in the arms of her husband Rich on May 9, 2026, in her home. Born on August 6, 1956, Karla...

Louise Floyd Gorham died peacefully on Sunday, May 10, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on April 29. 1939 in Columbus County to Edna Eliza Floyd and Benjamin Franklin Floyd. While in ele...

Larry Brewer, born November 11, 1942, in Wilmington, NC to Bernice Byrd Brewer and Hubert Brewer, peacefully and joyfully walked through the doors of paradise holding Jesus’ hand on May 7, 2026 at 83 ...

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Katherine "Kay" Clark, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all...

Mr. Rex Delmas Little, age 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 9, 2026, surrounded by family and loved ones. Rex was born in Brunswick County, North Carolina, in 1933, the son of Jesse and Ber...

Billy Gene Cottle, age 91, entered the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ on May 9, 2026. Billy was born on January 26,1935 in Wilmington, NC to parents, Rodolph Duffy Cottle and Lola Maybelle Harrell...

Lynn Martha Bigler Akerhielm Lynn Akerhielm, of Castle Hayne, NC and Carmel, IN passed away May 8, 2026 after a spirited 3 1/2 year fight against cancer. Never once did she complain. Lynn was born ...

Christopher Ray Gurganious, 50, of Wilmington, passed away at his home on May 6, 2026. Chris was a hardworking man, a loyal friend, and a devoted father whose warm smile and unforgettable laugh brough...

Tommy McCormick, born in Manhattan, New York, and raised in Greenwood Lake, New York, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Tommy was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend whose p...

Elizabeth Beck Cameron passed away peacefully on May 6, surrounded by the love of her family. Elizabeth was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose quiet strength and love will be ...

Theresa Escalona Russo passed on May 6, 2026, at the age of 84. Born on August 20, 1941, in Queens, New York, Theresa later resided in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Linda J. Allred, 83, of Wilmington, NC, died Monday, May 4, 2026, at Novant ED North. She was born on February 15, 1943, in Valdese, NC, the daughter of the late Walter Holland Jones and Virginia Car...

Sara Schwarberg, 88, of Wilmington, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, after a brief illness, surrounded by her loving children. Born on April 19, 1938, in Charlottesville, Virgin...

Donna J Ibbs passed away on May 3, 2026, at the age of 87. She is survived by her sons, William Ibbs and Charles Ibbs. A visitation will be held at Andrews Mortuary Valley Chapel, 4108 S. College ...

Dianne Lusk, age 74 of Wilmington, NC went to be with the Lord on Monday, May 4, 2026. She was born in Brooklyn, NY on March 1, 1952, to Frances and Byron Lusk. She was preceded in death by her paren...

Samuel Cortes passed on May 4, 2026, at the age of 81, having been born on December 27, 1944, in Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico, and residing in Rocky Point, North Carolina.

Michael Edward Swartz passed away on Friday May 1st, 2026. Born December 25th 1940 in Pratt, West Virginia the son of James and Priscilla "Dolly" Swartz. In addition to his parents, Michael was predec...

Marilyn Lanier Scott, born August 6, 1943, passed away on April 30, 2026, at the age of 82, and was a resident of Wilmington, North Carolina. She was preceded in death by her parents: Liston Lanier ...

Doris S McQuery passed on May 1, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on October 21, 1933, in Virginia to John and Dovey Short. Doris lived in Wilmington, North Carolina. In addition to her parents, she wa...

William Thomas “Bill” Reilly October 14, 1952 – May 1, 2026 William Thomas “Bill” Reilly, of Leland, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, after a courageous battle with pancreatic c...

Linda Hogan, 82, of Wilmington, North Carolina passed away on April 30, 2026. Born May 26, 1943, in Brooklyn, New York. The daughter of the late George and Catherine Thompson. She was preceded in dea...

Cary Joseph LeBlanc passed on April 29, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on January 2, 1929, in The Bronx, New York, Cary lived in Hampstead, North Carolina.

Daniel Jasper Black, Jr., known affectionately to those who loved him as “DJ,” passed away on April 25, 2026. Born December 11,1936, in Wilmington, North Carolina, he was the son of Daniel Jasper Blac...

In Loving Memory of Sharon Elizabeth Brown (née McCarthy) Sharon Elizabeth Brown, beloved mother, daughter, sister, partner, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Leland, North Carolina, ...

Wylie T. Hair, Jr., age 84 of Wilmington, NC went to be with the Lord on April 28, 2026. He was born in Columbia, SC on August 26,1941 to Wylie T. Hair, Sr. and Frances Bates Hair.In addition to his ...

David Pryse Thomas, III, left this earth on April 25, 2026, at the age of 41. He was a true waterman, growing up fishing in Hewletts and other tidal creeks. Later he enjoyed fishing offshore with his ...

Sammy Mathais Yandle, age 84, passed on April 24, 2026. He was born in Charlotte, NC on February 10, 1942, son to Isom Harry Yandle, Sr. and Martha Tredenick Yandle. He is preceded in death by his pa...

Mary H. Moore passed away on April 23, 2026, at the age of 87.

Marlys Christopher Ransom was born in Minneapolis, MN, May 13, 1926 to Edwin L. and Grace Johnson Christopher. She passed peacefully in her sleep on April 23, 2026. Chris was predeceased by her pare...

Virginia Theresa Zloczover passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026. She was born on March 18, 1949, to Eloise Costello Wollack and Robert Emerson Wollack in Brooklyn, New York. "Ginny” was the thir...

Ada Lee Jones Wells Cottle, age 91, passed peacefully on April 22, 2026 into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Ada was born August 18, 1934 in Wilmington, NC to Thawdy and Alta Jo...

Hugh Wayne Mohr, 82, of Wilmington passed away on April 22, 2026 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC. Visitation will be at 1pm, Sunday April 26th, followed by funeral service at...

Jimmy Jones, age 70 of Wilmington, NC passed away on Tuesday, 4/21/26 from a brief battle with an aggressive cancer. Jimmy lived a life rooted in connection and kindness. Jimmy’s steady presence—qui...

Joyce Marie Clewis Freeman, AGE: 97, of Wilmington, NC went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 20,2026. She was born in Wilmington, NC on April 16,1929 to parents Ell Canie Clewis and Charlotte M...

Ronnie Mac Bost, 86, of Belville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026. Ronnie was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He shared 64 wonderful years of ma...

With heavy hearts, yet a sense of peace, we announce the passing of Gary Martin Best, lovingly known as “GPOP” and “Geeps,” on April 17, 2026, at the age of 69. Gary was born in 1956 and raised on a...

Mary Jane Hayes Lane, lovingly known as “Memaw” and “MeMa,” passed away on April 18, 2026, in Wilmington, NC, at the age of 93. She was born on January 27, 1933, in Rocky Point, NC, where she was also...

Robert D Maffitt Jr. passed on April 16, 2026, at the age of 78, having been born on May 14, 1947, in Wilmington, and residing in Wilmington, North Carolina.

James “Jimmy” Bowen Sistrunk Jr. Jimmy passed away from a heart attack and met Jesus on Wednesday, April 15th. He was 80 years old. He was born a Wilmingtonian on May 15, 1945 and is an integral part ...

John K. Echo, 92, of Sneads Ferry, NC, passed away on April 13, 2026. He was born to Ernest Echo and Lillian Wharton Echo on May 12, 1933, in Baltimore, MD. In addition to his parents, he was preced...

Marie Catherine Griffin passed on April 14, 2026, at the age of 86; she was born on March 18, 1940, in Astoria, New York, and was a resident of Hampstead, North Carolina. Visitation will be held at...

John Daniel Divers entered the fullness of God’s presence on Thursday, April 16, in Wilmington, NC. Born September 9, 1927, in the mountains of Roanoke, VA, “JD” grew up in a laughter and music-filled...

Rosemary Hilt Petersen, age 93, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026. She was born on August 31, 1932, in Hague, North Dakota. Rosemary lived a long and meaningful life centered around family, lo...

Lois Pickens Hansen, 92, of Wilmington, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Center. Lois was born January 21, 1934, in Morris, NY. By her request, no local services are ...