Gwendolyn C. Jacobs,72, a beloved wife, mother and grandmother, peacefully passed away  February 1, 2026, at Novant Hospital in Wilmington, NC.  A homegoing celebration honoring her life will be held 1:PM Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Nixon Lewis Funeral Home Chapel.  During this time of remembrance, your prayers and support for the family are sincerely appreciated.  

Vanessa Kelly Pickett, 66, of Chinquapin, NC passed away peacefully, January 31, 2026 at ECU Hospital in Kenansville, NC. She was a kindhearted person. She leaves to cherish her memories, her mother, Mrs. Shirley Temple Kelly, four brothers, Linwood Earl Pickett, John F. Kelly, Ervin T. Kelly, Jody Kelly, one sister, Melissa Kelly.  She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Re’Nita A. Tynes, 37, of Wilmington, NC, formerly of the Big Four community in Currie, NC, peacefully passed away on January 27, 2026, at UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill, NC, following a long illness. Re’Nita was a true warrior whose strength and perseverance inspired everyone who knew her. She faced life’s challenges with grace, courage, and determination. The word endure means to carry on despite hardships—and Re’Nita was the living definition of that word. She ...

Archie Hankins, Jr. was called home to be with the Lord on January 22, 2026. Born to the late Archie and Maggie Hankins, he spent his early years in Wallace, North Carolina before relocating to Toledo, Ohio, where he lived for the remainder of his life.Archie was a cherished father, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence left a lasting imprint on all who knew him. His kindness, strength, and unwavering love continue to live on through the memories he created and the lives he ...

Born on January 6, 1957, Lee spent most of his life dedicated to farming. He was truly at home behind the wheel of a big tractor and found great pride in working the land. Outside of the fields, he was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing. Above all, Lee cherished the time spent with his family, especially watching wrestling with his grandchildren. Lee David was educated in the Pender County school system. Though Lee faced significant physical challenges as ...

Sharon Alena White, affectionately known as Shay, passed away peacefully at her home in Rocky Point on January 3, 2026. She was born on December 20, 1973, in New Hanover County. Shay was a beloved wife to Rodney Pridgen and mother to five children: Kendra White, Kira Pridgen, Rodney Pridgen Jr., Michael White, and Javon Pridgen. She was a loving daughter to her mother, Ivory McDuffie, and father, George White, a cherished sister to Melvin and Michelle McDuffie, and a dear niece to Aunt ...

We are saddened to announce the passing of Mrs. Chaney Dawson, born April 7, 1930, who fell asleep in death on January 1, 2026, at Kenansville Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center. Chaney was a devoted wife to Bertis Dawson II and a loving mother to Carol Dawson, Stanley Dawson, Bertis Dawson III, and Vivian Greene. She was also a cherished grandmother to Tanisha Barrett, Iva Nixon, Vivian Nixon, Keesha Nixon, Tabitha Fowler (Robert Fowler), Ivy Gray, ...

Jimmy Lee Pickett passed away in Arlington, Texas on Sunday, December 14, 2025. He was born on July 24, 1952 in Burgaw, NC. Jimmy married the love of his life, Floretta Jane “Jean” Fagan on January 10, 1975 in Burgaw, NC. They were married 47 years at the time of her passing in 2022. Jimmy worked for Brown & Root Industrial Construction for many years. He was a member of the Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Cleburne. He contributed his time, talents and resources to others ...

Ms. Stella Louise Rochelle, age 78, formerly of Maple Hill, NC, peacefully gained her Heavenly wings on December 12, 2025, in her home in Cleburne, Texas. Stella dedicated many years of service to her community, especially working with the Youth during her tenure with governmental agency Region P.  She later began employment with Stanadyne, a manufacturer of fuel injection systems for gasoline and diesel engines, from which she retired after more than 31 years. Her memory will be ...

Mrs. Evelina Walker Miller, age 85, formerly of Burgaw, peacefully passed away on November 28, 2025. Mrs.Evelina dedicated many years of service to her community, working as a long-time employee at Guardian Care Nursing Home in Burgaw. She also served the Pender County Police Department as a dietitian, ensuring the health and wellness of the people she served. ​ Her memory will be cherished by those who knew and loved her. A memorial service will be at 12:00 noon on Saturday, December 6, ...