OBITUARIES

Robert Alfred Jernigan

Robert Alfred Jernigan

Dec 26, 2023

Robert Alfred Jernigan, a man with a big heart, passed away on December 26, 2023 at his home in Wilmington, NC. He was born in 1948 in Glasgow, Montana, to Edwin and Esther Jernigan (deceased). After moving to Mississippi in 1966, Bob eventually graduated from Mississippi State University with a B.S. in Nuclear Engineering. His remarkable career spanned the decades...

David B Moody

David B Moody

Dec 12, 2023

WILMINGTON: David B. Moody, 84, died Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare. Aquamation Services are provided by Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation.

Robert P Foglia

Robert P Foglia

Dec 10, 2023

Dr. Robert Peter Foglia, devoted husband of Nancy, and beloved father of Robb, Liz, Matt, Steve, Andrew, and Michael, passed away on December 10. His final months, surrounded by loved ones and receiving calls from around the country, testified to his profound impact as a family member, a caring friend, and as a surgeon who dedicated his life to children’s...

Edward West

Edward West

Dec 9, 2023

Edward Leroy West, affectionately known as Pug, passed away peacefully at his home in Castle Hayne, North Carolina on December 9, 2023. He was born on November 26, 1939, in Conway, South Carolina. Pug was a devoted husband to Cynthia (Wilson) West for nearly 45 years. Their love was a testament to the power of commitment and companionship. Together, they...

Ginger Cheryl Beese

Ginger Cheryl Beese

Dec 7, 2023

Ginger Fulton Beese, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, of Wilmington, NC, passed away on Thursday morning, December 7, 2023, peacefully with her loved ones by her side. Ginger was born on April 24th, 1957, in North Canton, Ohio, to Beverly (McElwee) and Homer (Dennis) Michaels. Ginger grew up and graduated from Madison High School in Madison, Ohio,...

David Randall Duncan

David Randall Duncan

Dec 4, 2023

David Randall Duncan (Randy), 66 of Leland gained his Wings on 12/4/23 at Lower Cape fear life center in Bolivia. He was born in Chapel Hill NC on 9/2/1957. He was the son of the late Ruth Duncan and Marshall Duncan. Randy lived his life to the fullest. He was an avid mechanic with the joy of helping others. Randy...

Eula Dell White

Eula Dell White

Dec 4, 2023

Eula Dell White (80), a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and cherished member of the Leland community peacefully transitioned to her eternal Heavenly home Monday, December 4th, 2023 surrounded by many of her loved ones. She was born on March 7, 1943 and lived a life full of love, laughter, and service to others. Eula is preceded by her parents...

Richard "Scott" Mcfarland

Richard "Scott" Mcfarland

Dec 1, 2023

WILMINGTON: Dr. Richard “Scott” McFarland, 71, died Friday, December 1, 2023 at NHRMC. Aquamation Services are provided by Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation

James "Jimmy" Wallace Fauquier Jr.

James "Jimmy" Wallace Fauquier Jr.

Dec 1, 2023

James Wallace Fauquier Jr., affectionately known as Jimmy, peacefully passed away in Wilmington, North Carolina on December 1, 2023. Born in Washington DC on May 22, 1948, he was the beloved oldest child and a cherished member of his extended family. Jimmy's memory will forever be treasured by his loved ones, as he leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter,...

Bernadette

Bernadette

Nov 20, 2023

CASTLE HAYNE: Bernadette Pettorino, 60, died Monday, November 20, 2023 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare. Aquamation Services are provided by Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation.

James Martin

James Martin

Nov 17, 2023

James P. Martin of Wilmington, NC, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully journeyed into his final rest on Friday, November 17, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born October 26, 1943, in Toledo, Ohio to Eugene and Colette (Pauken) Martin. Jim attended St. Francis De Sales High School in Toledo and went on to graduate from Xavier University where he remained...

Steven Laurence Hartz

Steven Laurence Hartz

Nov 14, 2023

Dr. Steven Laurence Hartz December 31, 1950 – November 14, 2023 Resident of Flint, MI from 1950 to 1985; Oxford, MI from 1985 to 2017; and retired to Wilmington, NC in 2018. He was born in Flint, MI on December 31, 1950, a son of Dr. Arnold W. Hartz and the late Patricia M. Hartz. Beloved husband of Patricia L....

Jayne Pell

Jayne Pell

Nov 6, 2023

Jayne McKinnon Pell, 78, of Hampstead, North Carolina, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, November 6, 2023, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare of Wilmington, NC. She was born on February 10, 1945, in Charlotte, North Carolina as the youngest of five children to Pauline and Jack McKinnon. She graduated from Sun Valley High School, Class of...

William "Wayne" Coverdale

William "Wayne" Coverdale

Nov 6, 2023

William "Wayne" Coverdale, a beloved father, husband, and friend, passed away on November 6, 2023, in Wilmington, North Carolina, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on July 7, 1952, in the vibrant city of Nashville, Tennessee, Wayne's life was a testament to the power of kindness, compassion, and unwavering dedication to his loved ones. Wayne was...

Paul George Ray

Paul George Ray

Nov 3, 2023

Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Paul George Ray III, passed peacefully in his sleep on Friday morning, November 3rd at the age of 80 years old. Paul is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jennifer Ray; two children, Paul Ray IV and Maxine Ray; and three grandchildren, Erin Ray, Kayla Ray, and Paul Ray V. Before and after...

Rod "Skip" Calkins

Rod "Skip" Calkins

Oct 28, 2023

Originally from Canton and East Sparta OH area, Died peacefully in hospice care on October 28, 2023 in Wilmington NC from complications from Alzheimer’s. He is survived by his son Clay Calkins of Athens OH, Clay's wife, Sherry Calkins, Skip's partner of 35 years, Meredith Webb of Wilmington NC, and his brothers Gary Calkins, Jack Calkins, and Doug Calkins, and...

Glen Severage

Glen Severage

Oct 25, 2023

Glen F Severage, aged 61, passed away Peacefully on October 25, 2023 at the Lower Cape Fear Life Center surrounded by his family. Glen had a long and courageous battle with ALS. He was born in Plainfield NJ, raised in North Plainfield and graduated from North Plainfield High School. He then attended college in North Carolina and resided in Wilmington,...

James C Dovel

James C Dovel

Oct 21, 2023

James “Jim” Dovel, 94, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2023 at Novant New Hanover Regional Medical Center, after a brief battle with pneumonia, and surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born on November 27, 1928 in Rockville Centre, NY to the late Henry Clay Dovel and Mary Dowdswell Dovel. He grew up on Long Island, NY and graduated...

Richard D Jones

Richard D Jones

Oct 19, 2023

Richard Dean Jones was born and raised in Mount Airy, NC. He graduated Mt Airy High School in 1977

He passed away after a hard fought 3 year battle from cancer. 

Survived by his wife Susan of nearly 40 Years of Pfafftown NC His daughter Alexandra "Lexi" Petrosky, son in law Andrew and just born October 5th his granddaughter Aurelia...

Robert Movelle

Robert Movelle

Oct 11, 2023

Robert “Bob” Movelle, was born Dec. 5, 1948, in Long Branch and passed away peacefully Oct. 11, 2023, from complications of acute myeloid leukemia. Bob grew up in the small town of Fair Haven as the oldest son of the seven children of Dr. John B. Movelle and his wife Betty. Throughout his childhood, Bob absorbed his parents’ love of...