OBITUARIES

Kim Litkenhaus Marino

Kim Litkenhaus Marino

Apr 12, 2025

Kim Litkenhaus Marino laid down her last beat on April 12, 2025.

If you knew Kim, you knew her laugh. You knew her generosity, her kindness and compassion. You knew her love of the theme song from the 80’s sitcom Alice and her constant submissions to The Family Handyman “tips and tricks” section. You knew what size her kidney stones were...

Kenny Hobby

Kenny Hobby

Apr 3, 2025

Charles Kenneth Hobby passed away April 3, 2025, in Wilmington, North Carolina. Kenny was born April 9, 1953 into a large, loving extended family in Durham, North Carolina and had a lifelong love of music. Becoming a drummer in his high school band kickstarted what would eventually set the course of the rest of his life as a business owner...

Henry "Hank" Shields

Henry "Hank" Shields

Mar 23, 2025

Henry (Hank) Shields of Wilmington, NC, passed away on March 23, 2025 at Peak Resources of Wilmington. Hank was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on August 26, 1938, the son of Henry and Marie Shields. Serving in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1964, he then went to work for GTE in York, PA. He retired after 35 years of service....

Nancy Ann D'Auria

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" Wales Flagler

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

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,...

Wendy Michelle Wensel

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

Eric Sharp

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

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...

Jerry Gulden

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

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.

Ollie Bishop

Ollie Bishop

Jan 17, 2025

MANNING, SC: Ollie Bishop, 81, died Friday, January 17, 2025. Aquamation services are entrusted to Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation in Wilmington.

James Thomas Jarrett

James Thomas Jarrett

Jan 16, 2025

James Thomas “Tom” Jarrett, 82, of Wilmington, North Carolina passed away on January 16th, 2025. The son of Thomas Everette and Hazel Smith, he was born in Asheville, North Carolina on December 30, 1942. Tom attended North Carolina State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Civil Engineering. While at NC State, he played...

Jose Borrego

Jose Borrego

Jan 15, 2025

NEW BERN: Jose Borrego, 72, died Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Aquamation services are entrusted to Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation in Wilmington.

Vickie Cash

Vickie Cash

Jan 13, 2025

LONGWOOD: Vickie Cash, 62, died Monday, January 13, 2025. Aquamation services are entrusted to Tranquility Cremation by Aquamation in Wilmington.