Obituaries

May 1, 2026

Charles "Cotton" Young, 84, was born on April 4, 1942, and passed peacefully surrounded by the love of his family.

Cotton was a man defined by hard work, honesty, and generosity. He spent 56 years as a truck driver. Through decades of dedication, he built a life rooted in responsibility, perseverance, and providing for those he loved....

Apr 30, 2026

Natalie Baran, 54, of Shallotte, NC passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in the Bolivia Health & Rehab Center, following a time of declining health.

Natalie was born in Trenton, NJ on July 24, 1971, and was a daughter of the late Anatole and Elena Nikiforow Donetz.

Surviving are her loving daughter, Emily Baran...

Apr 29, 2026

David Earl McKenzie, 74, of Shallotte, NC passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

Born in Moore County, NC on June 16, 1951, David was a son of the late Donald Hugh and Ruby Patton McKenzie. In addition to his parents, David was predeceased by his first wife, Linda McKenzie and a brother, Larry McKenzie.

Apr 29, 2026

Michael Bisignani, 69, of Shallotte, NC passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in the Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, "Brunswick House" following a battle with cancer.

Michael was born in Bayshore, NY, on April 3, 1957, and was a son of the late Charles and Nancy Romano Bisignani.

Michael was a member of the First...

Apr 28, 2026

Clarence (Chip) Alfred Price, Jr., 80, of Kannapolis, NC passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in the Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, Wilmington, NC following a time of declining health. Clarence was born in Mooresville, NC on July 4, 1945, and was a son of the late Clarence A. Price, Sr., and Pauline Cook Price. In addition to his...

Apr 26, 2026

Wendy Ann Etheridge, age 73, RW Class of 1971, passed away surrounded by love April 26, 2026 at Autumn Care of Shallotte, NC.

She is survived by her husband David, Her son Terry Childers, wife Shandi & son Seth, her granddaughter Random Childers, brother Brett Loy, sister Tracy Loy & many nieces, nephews and friends.

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Apr 25, 2026

Christine Spendley, 71, of Southport, NC formerly of Matawan, NJ passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2026, in the Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, "Brunswick House" following a lengthy battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born in Brooklyn, NY on December 24, 1954, Christine was one of three daughters born to the late Manuel and Mary Vila Torrens.

Apr 22, 2026

A complete obituary will be available in the coming days.

Apr 21, 2026

Stephanie Nicole "Nikki" Simmons, 41, of Ash, NC passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, in the Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Stephanie was born in Whiteville, NC on July 21, 1984, and was the beloved daughter of Jerry Wayne Simmons of Ash, and the late Darlene Angel Watts...

Apr 20, 2026

Erica Dawn Hewett Arbaugh, 53, of Calabash, NC passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 20, 2026, in the McLeod Seacoast Hospital, Little River, SC.

Born in Horry County, SC, on September 8, 1972, Erica was the daughter of the late Johnny and Beatrice Harrelson Hewett.

Surviving are three daughters, Chelsea Ann Sibley of Sunset Beach,...

Apr 19, 2026

Judy Kay Killian, 73, of Supply, NC passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in the Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, Brunswick House following a time of declining health.

Judy was born in Catawba County, NC on June 20, 1952, and was a daughter of the late Kenneth and Carolyn Bernice Miller Killian Mongro. In addition to her...

Apr 18, 2026

A complete obituary will be available in the coming days.

Apr 17, 2026

RONALD LEE DAME

August 11, 1941 to April 17, 2026

On Friday, April 11, 2026 at 12:15 p.m., the Lord reunited two small‑town kids from Upstate New York.

Ronald Lee Dame passed away peacefully at home, held in the arms of his namesake granddaughter, Roni Lee "Tootie" Knickel, and surrounded by his immediate...

Apr 17, 2026

Jerry Alexander Beck passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, at the age of 83.

Jerry's life was centered around the people and animals he loved most. Among his greatest joys was his partner of 28 years, Tom Skeens, who preceded him in death. He also deeply cherished his family and had a special love for animals,...

Apr 15, 2026

Patricia Ann C. Nashlenas, 85, of Southport, NC passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Southport, NC on May 20, 1940, Patricia Ann was the daughter of the late Richmond and Irma Floyd Cumbee. In addition to her parents, Patricia Ann was preceded in death by her son, Richie Mili,...

Apr 14, 2026

Gayla Jane Scott, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, in Southport, North Carolina. Born on August 22, 1947, in Madden, Mississippi, she lived a life defined by deep faith, enduring love, and quiet devotion to those around her. She was preceded in death by her father, James Peoples, and her mother, Hazel...

Apr 14, 2026

Deborah "Debi" T. Deal, 72, of Oak Island, NC, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in the Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, "Brunswick House" following a time of declining health.

Debi was born in Conway, SC on January 12, 1954, and was the daughter of the late Oscar and Vernell Martin Turner. She was also preceded...

Apr 10, 2026

With hearts full of gratitude for her life, yet heavy with sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Julia Susan Ciampanella Garrett, on April 10, 2026, at the age of 64. A woman of extraordinary beauty, strength, compassion and love, she left her mark on everyone she met.

Raised in Roderfield, WV by her parents,...

Apr 9, 2026

Donna Kathrine Woodruff Wolff, 79, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the Brunswick Cove Living Center, Winnabow, NC.

Donna was born in Winston-Salem, NC on December 15, 1946, to the late John Maland and Mary Hazel Fulp Woodruff. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her twin sister, Dianne Harbin...

Apr 8, 2026

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