All Obituaries

Martha Black Ward, age 95, of Whiteville, NC, passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday, May 3, 2024.  Arrangements are incomplete at this time.  Friends may visit our tribute page to leave condolences for the family. McKenzie Mortuary, 112 Jefferson Street, Whiteville, NC is serving the Ward family.

Gail Bertell Callahan Swain, age 86, of St. Pauls, NC, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at the Lower Cape Fear Angel House, Whiteville, NC.  Gail was born on June 2, 1937 to William Callahan and Mildred Schilling Callahan in Bellefonte, PA. Gail served her country in the United States Air Force. Left to cherish her memory are her children; Clark Ishler, Vannessa Adams both of New Jersey, William Ishler of Pennsylvania, Dale Ishler of North Carolina and Barbara Plausher...

Virginia Lane went to her heavenly home on May 1, 2024.  She was 92 years old.  She was preceded in death by her husband Neal, her son Tommy, siblings Herman, Charles, Milton, Martha, and Georgia, and several grandchildren.   She is survived by children Roy (Lee), Neala (Roger), Nancy, Susie (Gary), Janice (Ron), Jeff (Becky), Jon (Alison), over thirty grandchildren, and many great grandchildren. Virginia would readily tell you that she gave her heart to Jesus...

Henry Willis Nance, 91, of Bladenboro passed away on April 30, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Alda Warwick Nance & Emory Malcolm Nance. Willis leaves behind his faithful partner of 70 years and the love of his life, Geraldine Lewis Nance, one son, Willis Nance, Jr. and wife Victoria of Clarkton, granddaughter, Elkin Victoria Nance of Bali, grandson, Henry Willis Nance, III “Will” and wife Allison McDowell Nance of Cape Carteret, and one great grandson,...

Jerrie Juanita Hewitt Evans, age 83, of Ash, NC, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024, at Seacoast McLeod Healthcare, Little River, SC. Jerrie was born in Bladen County to the late Edgar “Eddie” Hewitt and Moddie Wright Hewitt.  In addition to her parents and siblings, she is preceded in death by her husband; Robert Edwin Evans. Jerrie had many talents.  She was an accomplished seamstress and used her talents working at the blue jean factory in Whiteville. ...

Linda Miller, age 72, of Whiteville, NC, passed away at her residence on Thursday, April 25, 2024.  Linda was born in Columbus County on June 16, 1951 to the late Mack Duffie Todd and Nellie Louise Hooks Todd.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by three grandchildren; Nicholas Barnes, Katelyn Barnes and Johnny Miller, Jr. Linda worked as a CNA in the Healthcare field. Left to cherish her memory are her husband; Johnny Phillip Miller, two daughters; Melissa...

David Wayne Richards, age 69, of Whiteville, NC, passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024.  David was born in Martinsville, VA on April 24, 1955 to Valery Easter Thompson and the late William Curtis Richards.  In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his wife; Mary Richards and his brother Ronnie Richards. A memorial service will be announced at a later date in Virginia. McKenzie Mortuary, 112 Jefferson Street, Whiteville, NC is serving the Richards family.  

Elsie Campbell, age 92, of Whiteville, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 22, 2024, at Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehab in Whiteville.  Elsie was born in Columbus County on January 23, 1932 to the late Walton Ernest Harrelson and Grace Inman Harrelson.  In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband; Junius Graham "Joe" Campbell, brothers; Billy Harrelson and John Harrelson, sister; Hilda White, nephew; W.E. Harrelson III and niece; Brenda H....

Halie Elaine Keel, age 19, of Delco, NC, passed away at her home on Sunday, April 21, 2024. Halie was born in New Hanover County on July 21, 2004 to Leslie French Keel. Halie was a very loving young lady who had a passion for the beach. Left to cherish her memory are her mother; Leslie French Keel of Delco, two sisters; Raven Nicole Lewis and Chloe Makalya both of Delco, two brothers; William Kyle Lewis and Landon Richard Keel both of Delco, her dad; William Richard Keel also of Delco and...

Audra Faye Thompson Conoway, age 55, of Saint Augustine, FL, (formerly of Whiteville, NC) passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at Bailey Family Center for Caring, Saint Augustine, FL.  Audra was born in Horry County, SC on May 23, 1968 to the late Rodney Cecil Thompson and Alice Faye Foley Brubaker. Audra served her country in the United States Army and served in the Persian Gulf War. Audra received an Associate Degree and worked as a Paralegal for several years. Left...