Obituaries
Reverend Adolphus Lawrence
May 20, 2026
Reverend Adolphus Lawrence, age 91, of Lake City, Florida, formerly of Chadbourn, passed on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at HCA Florida Lake City Hospital.
The arrangements for his homegoing services are currently being planned and will be announced at a later time.
Please keep the Lawrence family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We invite you to feel free...
Beulah Keel Best
2026
Beulah Mae Keel Best was born on June 2, 1945, at Columbus County Hospital in Whiteville, North Carolina, to the late Lessie Griffin and the late Alec Griffin. In the early morning hours of May 11, 2026, her gentle spirit entered eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and cherished memories.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May...
Bobbie Preston Rorie
Apr 22, 2026
Bobbie Preston Rorie was born on January 10, 1955, to the late Daniel Rorie and Pearlie Rorie. He was a hardworking man who held various jobs throughout his life, including working with Home Builders of Lumberton, NC, Whiteville City Schools, and in masonry. He was truly a jack of all trades. Bobbie attended West Columbus High School and was known...
Whatia Maultsby
Apr 2, 2026
Whatia Maultsby, of Chadbourn, North Carolina, was called home to be with the Lord on April 2, 2026.
She will be lovingly remembered and cherished by her children and extended family, who will continue to honor her life and legacy.
Funeral service will be held Friday, April 10, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Brunswick Waccamaw Association Bldg. Burials follows at Belvue Cemetery.
Services...
Mildred Kelly
Feb 22, 2026
Ms. Mildred Kelly, affectionately known as “Duck,” 86, departed this life on February 22, 2026, at her residence, peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She will always be remembered for her gentle spirit, kind heart, and the love she so freely shared with those around her.
A visitation will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00...
Cora Lee Burch
Dec 23, 2025
Cora Lee Burch, of Chadbourn, North Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at her granddaughter’s residence, surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.
A visitation will be held on Monday, December 29, 2025, from 4:00 p.m....
Thay Lee Smith
Dec 13, 2025
Ms. Thay Lee Smith, affectionately known as “Skeeter,” of Chadbourn, passed away on Saturday, December 13, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice in Whiteville.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
She leaves to cherish her memory four sons, Darryl Smith, Thomas Brown, Anthony Brown, and Kashein Brown; two sisters, Greta Hamer and Bonita Hamer; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one...
Earlean Gotay
Nov 28, 2025
Earlean Gotay, 77, of Chadbourn, NC, entered into the presence of Jesus on Friday, November 28, 2025, at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC. Born on December 23, 1947, she was the daughter of the late J.D. and Annie Mae Graham.
Earlean leaves to cherish her memory two sons, David Jr. Graham and Antonio Graham, three brothers,...
Nathan McKinnies
Sep 22, 2025
Nathan McKinnies, 53, of Chadbourn, NC, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at First Missionary Baptist Church, located at 505 South Wilkes Street in Chadbourn. Pastor Virgil Reaves will serve as the eulogist.
A public viewing will take place at the church both before and after the...
Lillie M. Peppers
Jul 4, 2025
Lillie Mae Peppers went home to be with the Lord on July 4, 2025.
She was born on February 15, 1943, in Columbus, North Carolina, to Clifton Flowers and Catherine Peppers. After graduating from high school, Lillie Mae joined the police academy and proudly served as a police officer in New York City. Following her service as one of New York’s...
Harvey McKenzie, Sr.
May 26, 2025
Mr. Harvey McKenzie, Sr., age 86, of Bladenboro passed away at his residence on Monday, May 26, 2025.
A funeral service to honor his life will be held on Saturday, May 31 at 11:00 AM at Mount Olive Baptist Church, located at 5548 Silver Spoon Road in Whiteville, NC. Pastor Timothy Lance will officiate the service. Burial will follow in the...
Alice Keel
May 18, 2025
Alice Katy (Suggs) Keel was born on October 31, 1937, in Southport, NC, the second child of the late Joseph Henry Suggs and Mildred Smith-Suggs.
As a young child, she moved to Chadbourn, NC, under the care of her grandaunt, Mary Elizabeth Suggs-Vaught, affectionately known as "Aunt Lizzy." Alice spent some time in Baltimore, Maryland, with family before returning to Chadbourn,...
Debra A. Floyd
Apr 28, 2025
Ms. Debra Floyd, age 67, of Evergreen, passed away on Monday, April 28th at Columbus Regional Healthcare in Whiteville.
She is survived by her two sisters, Sudie Frink and Diane McKenzie (Ronnie), along with a special nephew, Rico Frink, who held a meaningful place in her life.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 4th at St....
Jessica Rorie
Apr 15, 2025
Jessica Rorie, age 41, of Greensboro, North Carolina—and formerly of Chadbourn—entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro.
A Visitation will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel of D&A Funeral Services, 212 South Wilkes Street, Chadbourn, and at the church following the service.
A Celebration...
Ernest Lavon Keel
Jan 9, 2025
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have eternal life." – John 3:16
With heavy hearts and gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of Ernest Lavon Keel, who was called home by God on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo,...
Vincent Lovett "Babyface" Kelly
Dec 27, 2024
Mr. Vincent Lovett Kelly, age 62, of Chadbourn, NC, departed this life on Friday, December 27, 2024, at Columbus Regional Healthcare System.
Vincent was born on January 12, 1962, in Columbus County, NC, to Mildred Kelly and the late Curtis McClain. Affectionately known as "Babyface" by all who knew him, Vincent's gentle and kind spirit touched the lives of many. His...
Cynthia Yvonne Davis Nealy
Mar 17, 2024
Cynthia Yvonne Davis Nealy peacefully departed this life on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. She was surrounded by her daughters and grandchildren following a courageous battle with cancer. Cynthia was 71 years old.
Bonnie as she was affectionately known, was born on April 8, 1952, Cynthia was the cherished daughter of the late...
Cleveland Gaddy
Nov 25, 2023
Cleveland Gaddy, 74, of Chadbourn, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Shoreland Health Care and Retirement Center in Whiteville, NC.
Born on August 24, 1949, in Lumberton, NC, Cleveland was the son of the late Melvin Bethea and Millie B. McKinnon. He was preceded in death by his son, Cleveland D. Gaddy; sisters Shirley Gaddy and Helena...
James Lee McDuffie
Nov 15, 2023
James Lee McDuffie 64, of Chadbourn passed on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at Shoreland Health Care & Ret Center in Whiteville.
James was born on October 26, 1959 in Darlington, South Carolina the son of Roosevelt McDuffie and Mildred McDuffie.
A service to celebrate his life will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Zion Wall...
Malca Kendrick
Oct 8, 2023
Malca Kendrick, aged 55, of Whiteville, peacefully passed away on the evening of October 8, 2023, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC.
Malca was born on July 18, 1968, the son of Marion Kendrick and Rachel Faulk.
A service to celebrate his life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 16, 2023, at Mount Zion...
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