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Dora Mae Puleo
Southport — Dora Mae Puleo, 78 of Southport passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 at Ocean Trail Nursing Center in Southport.
Ms. Puleo was born
May 10, 1935 in Bennettsville, SC the daughter of the late James and Elizabeth Davis Wilkes. Ms. Puleo was a charming little lady who loved life, people, and especially her family. She will be truly missed by all that knew her. Ms. Puleo was preceded in death by two daughters Carolyn Lambert and Annette Williams; two brothers; four sisters; and a grandson Sebastian Puleo.
Surviving is her son Jimmy Puleo of Supply; a daughter Rose Goins and husband Dwayne of Southport; a sister Ethel Todd of Bennettsville, SC; ten grandchildren; and thirteen great — grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, January 4, 2014 in the Cape Fear Memorial Park Mausoleum with Reverend Lewis Bennett officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at Peacock – Newnam & White funeral service in Southport.
Peacock — Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.
George Brookshire
Florida City, Florida — Mr. George Robert Brookshire
Mr. George Robert Brookshire, age 64, of Florida City, Florida passed away Saturday, December 21, 2013.
Mr. Brookshire was born
in Greensboro, North Carolina on April 29, 1949, son of the late Harold and Reba Brookshire. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Mr. Brookshire was employed at Carolina Power and Light for over 25 years until he moved to Florida. While in Florida, he worked for Florida Power and Light.
Survivors include his loving wife Elaine Yow Brookshire; two sons, Mike Holcomb and wife Beverly and Mickey Holcomb and fiancé Jackie Green; two daughters, LuAnn Barwick and husband Allan and Michelle Holcomb; 10 grandchildren, Brian Holcomb, Brooke Holcomb, Joshua Holcomb, Joshua Green, Jordan Green, Lacey Green, Samantha Stiller, Nicholas Stiller, Ashley Papandrew, and Allison Papandrew; and 2 great grandchildren, Hailey Holcomb and Ryder Norwood. Mr. Brookshire is also survived by his extended family, Pat Millis, Kendall and Sharon McCarter, Shannon and Jake Smith, Kendra McCarter and fiancé Brad Hensley, and a long time friend Cecil Franck.
Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Monday, December 23, 2013 at Peacock — Newnam & White funeral service Chapel with Reverend Charles Drew officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 2:00 at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Cape Fear Memorial Park.
Pallbearers will be Michael Holcomb, Mickey Holcomb, Cecil Franck, Billy Smart, O.G. Markham, Donald Johnson, and David Watts. Honorary pallbearers will be Nicholas Stiller, Joshua Holcomb, and Brian Holcomb.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Community Home Care and Hospice, Community Hospice Foundation, 117 Village Rd NE # E, Leland, NC 28451.
Peacock — Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.
Luke Stephen Phillips
Southport — Luke Stephen Phillips, born
March 29, 2013, died December 13, 2013, beloved and happy son of Seth and Katherine Phillips, and adored brother of Adeline Anne Phillips.
He is survived by his paternal grandparents, Charles and Deborah Phillips, and by his maternal grandfather, James Robert Jennings; by his five uncles and aunts; and by his paternal great — grandparents. Luke was preceded in death by his brother, James Robert “Bo” Phillips, and by his maternal grandmother, Anne Dunn Jennings.
A service with the family was held in memoriam in celebration of Luke’s resurrection life.
In lieu of flowers, Seth and Katherine request that gifts be made to The Adeline Anne Phillips College Fund, in care of Dr. Charles W. Phillips, The Maclellan Foundation, 820 Broad Street, Suite 300, Chattanooga, Tennessee 37402.
George Robert Latzy
Southport — George Robert Latzy, of Southport, NC, passed away Thursday, December 12, 2013.
He was born
to the late George A and Elizabeth Latzy, March 1, 1926, in Mingo Junction, Ohio. He was married to his beloved wife, Connie for 66 years and 11 months. George was a manager with the Ohio Bell Telephone Company for 42 years. He was passionate about history, particularly the Civil War and loved to visit battlefields. He also loved to read, ride his motorcycle, and had many hobbies including woodworking and pottery.
George is survived by his daughters, Victoria (Devone) Edge of Leland, NC and Jennifer (Greg) Entler of Columbus, Ohio. He is also survived by his beloved grandaughter Crystal Edge and his three grandsons, Aaron Edge and Adam and Eric Entler.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Care Center.
Friends may visit 10am Monday, December 16 at the Peacock — Newnam & White Funeral Home, 1411 N. Howe St. Southport, NC. A memorial service will follow at 11:00am.
Peacock — Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.
Col. Charles Henry Sunder
Southport — Col. Charles Henry Sunder, US Army retired, age 87 of Southport, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2013. Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Monday, December 16, 2013 at Peacock – Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service. The funeral mass will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, December 17, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Reverend Trent Watts officiating.
Helen Kolhonen
Southport — Helen Kolhonen, 94, of Southport, formerly of Simsbury, CT passed away peacefully Dec. 12, 2013. Born April 24, 1919, in Boston MA, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, LTC “Kal” Kolhonen, USA, Ret.
As a military wife, Helen moved frequently but could instantly transform the newest quarters into a home. She excelled at fine sewing, baking, shopping and rocking babies.
She is survived by daughter Ellen Simon and husband Steve of Southport, treasured granddaughters Susan Simon of Montpelier, Va. and Paige Clark and husband LCDR Andrew Clark, USN of Tampa, FL.
Special thanks to the staff at DaVita of Southport and her loving caregivers at Carillon Assisted Living.
The family will receive friends Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013 from 1 — 3pm at Peacock — Newnam and White Chapel in Southport. Interment will be in Peabody, MA on December 18, 2013.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org.
Peacock – Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.
Frances L. Lancaster
Bolivia — Frances L. Lancaster, age 92 of Bolivia passed away Thursday, December 12, 2013 at Chatham Hospital in Siler City, North Carolina.
Mrs. Lancaster was born
in South Hampton County, Virginia on April 18, 1921, daughter of the late Walter Thomas Lassiter and Martha Emily Newsome. She was a member of Antioch Baptist Church in Bolivia. Mrs Lancaster retired from JP Stevens and resided in Roanoke Rapids for 56 years. She was preceded in death by her husband Jesse W. Lancaster, Sr. after 56 years of marriage; three sisters, Bessie Jenkins, Hattie Mae Killebrew, and Eunice Bell, and one brother Linwood Lassiter.
Survivors include one daughter, Judy Morgan and husband Bunkey; four sons, Warren Lancaster and wife Marie, Doug Lancaster and wife Phillis, Mitchell Lancaster and wife Cheryl, Tom Lancaster and wife Brenda; two sisters, Helen Eason and Marie Evans; eleven grandchildren, Ramie Morgan, Terry Lancaster, Jimmy Lancaster, Lisa Schons, Tony Morgan, Tommy Lancaster, Jamie Sieden, Larry Lancaster, Shannon Morgan, David Lancaster, and Brady Lancaster; 21 great grandchildren; and 5 great great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm Saturday, December 14, 2013 at Antioch Baptist Church in Bolivia with Pastor Jake J Thornhill, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends one hour prior, from 1 — 2pm at the church.
Peacock — Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.
Carlos Nathanial Simmons
Sunset Harbor — Carlos Nathanial Simmons, age 81, of Sunset Harbor passed away Sunday, December 8, 2013 at his home.
Mr. Simmons was born
in Duplin County, North Carolina on June 18, 1932. Mr. Simmons was a veteran of the United States Army where after serving 32 years he retired with the rank of Colonel. Mr. Simmons was awarded several medals including three Bronze Stars with oak leaf clusters and one Silver Star as well as a Gallantry Cross.
A service will be held at a later date.
Peacock – Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport, North Carolina.
