OBITUARIES
Granny
Oct 3, 2026
FOREST CITY- Linda Causby, affectionately known as "Granny," passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, in Shelby, NC, at the age of 84. Born in Cleveland County on September 8, 1942, Granny was a beacon of love and wisdom to everyone who had the privilege to know her.
Granny spent many years working at Cone Mills, where she was known not...
Betty Hooten
Sep 27, 2026
SHELBY- Betty Buddin Hooten, formerly of Wilmington, NC, passed away peacefully September 27, 2026, at the age of 80 at Testa Family Hospice House.
Born in Horry County on February 12, 1946, she was the daughter of the late William Harold Buddin and Iris Stanley Buddin. They moved to Wilmington, NC when Betty was an infant. In addition to her parents,...
Carol Trent
Sep 26, 2026
Wilmington - Carol Jean Trent, 84, passed away on September 26th, 2026. Complete obituary to be posted soon.
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Keith Dewayne Gray
Sep 25, 2026
Hampstead -Keith Dewayne Gray, 59, of Hampstead, North Carolina, passed away on September 25, 2026.
Keith was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, coach, and friend. He was the beloved husband of Kimberly Gray and a proud father to Sam Nairwood, Keith Gray (Kandace) Kyle Gray, and Korteney Gray.
Keith was preceded in death by his parents, James Gray and Alice Gray.
Family...
Frederick Erick Holmes
Sep 15, 2026
Frederick Earl "Erick" Holmes Jr., 56, passed away on September 15, 2026. Erick was born on July 28th, 1970 in Winter Haven, FL, to Diana Markley Thrall and Frederick Earl Holmes Sr. He grew up in Central Florida with his brothers, James Holmes and Aaron Holmes, his wife, Neysa Holmes (Walker) and graduated from Auburndale Senior High in 1988.
Erick attended...
Mary Patricia Clark
Sep 12, 2026
Wilmington - Mary Patricia "Trish" Clark, 72, of Wilmington, NC, formerly of Peoria, IL, passed away on September 12, 2026, after a year long battle with cancer at Lower Cape Fear Life Care Hospice House. Trish was born on November 10, 1953 to two loving parents William and Patricia, in Galesburg, IL. After graduating from high school in 1971, she...
Marjor Kathleen Ann (Gorbutt) Whittaker
Sep 3, 2026
SHELBY- Major Kathleen Ann (Gorbutt) Whittaker. November 26, 1956 – September 3, 2026.
Kathleen Ann (Gorbutt) Whittaker, a devoted Christian, Salvation Army officer, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and faithful servant of God, entered her eternal home on September 3, 2026, at the age of 69.
Kathy was born on November 26, 1956, in New Castle, Delaware, to Frank Dale Gorbutt and...
Dennis Morrison
Sep 3, 2026
SHELBY- Dennis Wayne Morrison, born on November 5, 1942, in Cleveland County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, on September 3, 2026. At the age of 83, Dennis left this world a better place because of the quiet strength and kindness he shared throughout his life.
Dennis was a good man—kind, quiet, loyal, and hard-working. Known...
Brian Bellis
Sep 3, 2026
Wilmington - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear brother and devoted father, Brian James Bellis, on September 3, 2026, at the age of 66. Brian died peacefully in his sleep after a brief illness, with his loving daughters, Jennifer and Corey, at his side.
Brian is survived by his siblings Ted, Nancy, and Bob;...
Elaine Conner Stow
Aug 31, 2026
Bolivia - Elaine "Laine" Virginia Conner Stow, 77, passed away August 31, 2026, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, North Carolina, surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on June 23, 1949, the daughter of the late Charles Nelson Conner and Doris Baumann Conner.A talented artist, Laine shared her creative gifts with her family and...
Ester Susan "Sue" Gallington
Aug 24, 2026
SHELBY- Ester Susan Gallington, known affectionately as Sue, was born on December 8, 1954, in Bogalusa, Louisiana. On August 24, 2026, at the age of 71, she passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family.
Sue devoted her life to being a homemaker, pouring her heart into creating a warm and welcoming environment for those she loved. She took immense joy...
Hamilton Scott Jones
Aug 20, 2026
Wilmington - Hamilton Scott Jones, born on August 29, 1963, in Englewood, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on August 20th, 2026 in Wilmington, NC at the age of 62.
He graduated Summa Cum Laude in Manhattan, NY with a degree in Media and Communication. He was dedicated and hardworking, putting his talents to work at The Meadowlands Sports Complex, Public...
Kimberly Dawn Durden
Aug 19, 2026
SHELBY- Kimberly Dawn Durden, a beautiful soul born on March 1, 1973, in Gaston County, peacefully departed this world on August 19, 2026, at the age of 53. She was at home, embraced by the love and warmth of her family, as she always had been.
Kimberly was a selfless and compassionate woman who dedicated her life to nurturing those around...
Gregory Bayley
Aug 18, 2026
Wilmington - Gregory Bayley, 74, passed away Tuesday, March 18th at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Hospice. Complete obituary to be posted soon.
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Rosa Foster Price
Aug 17, 2026
KINGS MOUNTAIN- Rosa Foster Price, born on October 19, 1945. She lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a profound commitment to family and community. She passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, at the age of 80, surrounded in the peace that she was ready to meet her Lord and that she was loved and cherished by her...
Katelyn Hull
Aug 16, 2026
Castle Hayne - Katelyn ShiAnne Hull of Wilmington, North Carolina, died unexpectedly on August 16th, 2026 at her residence, at the young age of 28. Born October 23, 1997, in Davidson County, North Carolina, to Kimberly and Lucas Hull. Katelyn received her GED in 2023 and continued her education in Truck Driving, ACE Machining, and Maintenance Technician.
She worked as a...
William Mitchell
Aug 16, 2026
SHELBY- William Osborne Mitchell Jr., known to many as “Bill,” age 67, passed away peacefully at Wendover Hospice in Shelby, N.C., on August 16, 2026. Born in Shelby on September 24, 1959, he was the son of the late William “Bill” Mitchell Sr. and Betty McLendon Mitchell. Raised in the Presbyterian faith, Bill carried its core Christian values of grace...
Louis Barnett
Aug 14, 2026
Wilmington - Louis Barnett, 91, passed away on Friday, August 14th at his home, surrounded by his family. Complete obituary to be posted soon.
Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation
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Roger Fuente
Aug 12, 2026
Holly Ridge - A Celebration of Roger’s Life was held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at The Gathering Church, 304 Wilmington Ave, Surf City, NC.
On Sunday, August 23,2026 a Memorial Service with burial was held at 2:00 p.m. at Faulks Baptist Church Cemetery, 2234 Faulks Church Rd, Marshville, NC. Following each service, friends are invited to join...
Stephen Davis Linnens
Aug 8, 2026
SHELBY- Stephen Davis Linnens, fondly known as Steve, of Shelby, NC, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 8, 2026, at the age of 69. Born on March 21, 1957, in Robeson Co., NC, Steve lived a life filled with love, laughter, and adventure.
Steve was a man of boundless curiosity and enthusiasm, who embraced the world with open...
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