OBITUARIES
Sherri Preston
Mar 9, 2025
SHELBY, NC– Sherri Nichols Preston, aged 44, passed away in Gastonia, NC on March 9, 2025. She was born on September 7, 1980, in Newport News, VA, and throughout her life, Sherri brought warmth and devotion to her family and friends.
A beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, Sherri's love for her family was evident in all aspects of her...
Nancy Ann D'Auria
Mar 8, 2025
It is with profound sadness and boundless love that we announce the passing of Nancy Ann D’Auria, a beloved grammy, mother, sister, and friend, who left us on March 8, 2025 at the age of 74. Nancy was born in Poughkeepsie, New York, to Tom and Sue Mahoney and was the oldest of eight children. She graduated at the top...
Edward "Ed" Gumphrey
Mar 7, 2025
SHELBY- Edward Peter Gumphrey Jr, "Chip", age 76, passed away in his home in Shelby, NC on Friday, March 7, 2025. Ed was a retired Chief Warrant Officer, United States Navy. He was also a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, and a friend to so many.Named after his father, he was born in Washington, DC on July 31,1948...
Edward "Ed" Wales Flagler
Mar 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Edward "Ed" Wales Flagler, who passed away on March 6, 2025, at the age of 83, at his home in Wilmington, NC. Born on May 29, 1941, in Troy, NY, Ed's journey through life was marked by dedication, service, and boundless love...
Michael "Mike" Phillip Beaudoin
Mar 5, 2025
Michael "Mike" Phillip Beaudoin, 76, of 220 Wetland Drive Wilmington, NC, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2025, surrounded by family at the Lower Cape Fear Life Care Center in Wilmington, NC. Mike was born in Plattsburgh, NY on August 19, 1948, and was the son of the late Glendon and Rita Beaudoin. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Education,...
Tommy Bridges
Mar 2, 2025
SHELBY: Tommy Ray Bridges, a lifelong resident of Cleveland County, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, at the age of 81. Born in Cleveland County on March 26, 1943, he was the son of the late Clyde Bridges and Minnie Ledford Bridges.
A man of service and dedication, Tommy honorably served his country in the United States Army,...
Wendy Michelle Wensel
Feb 27, 2025
Wendy Michelle Wensel, age 55 of Wilmington, NC, passed away at Novant Health/New Hanover Regional Medical Center on the 27th of February 2025. She was born to Richard L. and Barbara G. Hebrank (née Lehrer) on September 8, 1969 in Parma, OH. There are no services planned. Please leave memories and condolences for Wendy's family on the "Tribute Wall". Care...
Charlie "Dickie" Francis Dickinson, Jr.
Feb 26, 2025
Charlie "Dickie" Francis Dickinson, Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on February 26, 2025, at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare Hospice Services of Wilmington, at the age of 79. Born on December 24, 1945, in New Bern, NC, Charlie lived a life filled with love, laughter, and service. Charlie graduated from New Bern High School as...
Francine Decoursey
Feb 18, 2025
Francine DeCoursey (1950 - 2025 A Life and Legacy) It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Francine DeCoursey at Hospice on the evening of February 18. A heartfelt Celebration of her Life and Legacy was held on Sunday, February 16, at Jengo’s Playhouse in Wilmington, North Carolina, with many friends and loved ones in attendance....
Manoucher Max Tamadon
Feb 18, 2025
WILMINGTON- Manoucher "Max" Tamadon passed away peacefully at the age of 89 surrounded by his family at his bedside on February 18, 2025 in Wilmington, NC. Born on March 28, 1936 he grew up quickly after losing his father and sustaining a disabling injury to his left leg as a teenager. He never considered himself disabled. He was a force...
Richard Reid
Feb 9, 2025
WILMINGTON- Richard Reid, 56, died Sunday, February 9, 2025 at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. Aquamation provided by Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation.
Naomi Knoy
Feb 8, 2025
WINNABOW- Naomi Knoy, 81, died Saturday, February 8, 2025 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice. Aquamation services provided by Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation.
Danny "Weasel" Capps
Feb 6, 2025
GROVER: Danny “Weasel” Capps, 66, died Thursday, February 6, 2025 at White Oak Manor in Shelby. A native of Gaston County, he was the son of the late Bobby Joe and Shirley May Scism Capps.
Weasel was known as a giving and helpful person who often took care of other people’s yards. He enjoyed dirt track racing and NASCAR.
In addition to...
Eric Sharp
Feb 4, 2025
CASTLE HAYNE- Eric Sharp, 48, died Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at his home. Aquamation services are provided by Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation.
Patricia Beshaw
Feb 3, 2025
WILMINGTON- It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Gallagher Beshaw, beloved mother, grandmother and friend on February 3, 2025, in Wilmington, N.C., at the age of 83. Patricia was born on September 22, 1941, in Des Moines, Iowa. She was the daughter of the late Edwin Joseph Gallagher and Mariemma Derr. Patricia grew up in...
Hal Lail
Jan 29, 2025
SHELBY- Hal Ray Lail, 73, died Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Atrium Health Cleveland. He was the son of the late Gorman and Evelyn Lail. Hal proudly served in the Air Force in Vietnam, he enjoyed fishing, playing guitar, traveling to the beach and camping. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Terry Lail....
Kelly Carmichael
Jan 27, 2025
SHELBY: Kelly Carmichael, 60, died Monday, January 27, 2025 at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time.
Jerry Gulden
Jan 27, 2025
WILMINGTON: Jerry Gulden, 80, died Monday, January 27, 2025. Aquamation services are entrusted to Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation in Wilmington.
Beverly Holmes
Jan 24, 2025
WILMINGTON: Beverly Thompson Holmes, 82, died Friday, January 24, 2025. Aquamation services are entrusted to Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation in Wilmington.
William "Harvey" Dotson
Jan 22, 2025
SHELBY: William “Harvey” Dotson, 82, died Wednesday, January 22, 2025. A native of Cleveland County, he was the son of the late Ralph and Pearl Greene Dotson.
Harvey enjoyed riding dirt bikes, watching NASCAR and western T.V. shows, pitching horseshoes and participated in different bowling leagues over the years. He worked as a meat cutter, a pipe fitter and a service...
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