​David Ellison White, 73, of Magnolia passed away Friday, June 27, 2025 at ECU Duplin.  David was born February 11, 1952 in Onslow County to the late Ellison White and Akery Futrell White.
David was a devoted father and a deeply loving husband whose prescence brought strength and warmth to those he loved.  Among his greatest joys was being a grandpa-his eyes would light up around his grandchildren, and the love he gave so freely made him a cherished figure in their lives.
A proud truck driver, David spent many years behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler, traveling countless miles with dedication and pride.  But home was where his heart was, and it was there that his many talents shone.  He was a gifted carpenter with a sharp eye and steady hands, a skilled painter by trade and a man who could fix just about anything.
David had a passion for cooking, especially at his own grill.  He loved bringing people together with food and laughter.  When the work was done, you could often find him with a fishing pole in hand, finding peace and joy by the water.
David lived fully, loved deeply, and left a legacy of hard work, kindness, and unforgettable memories.  He will be deeply missed, but forever remembered.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00am Monday, June 30, 2025 at the Fellowship Church of God, 3304 US 117 hwy, Rose Hill, NC.  A visitation will be hel at 10:30am, prior to the service.  Burial will follow in the Rose Hill Cemetery.
Left to cherish his memory are his devoted wife, Beverly H. White of the home; daughter, Bridgett Jones and husband Brian of Kenansville; grandchildren, Jeremy Trey Maready, Harrison Maze Jones and Ava Claire Jones; sisters, Linda Foss of Warsaw, Mary Smith of Beulaville and Doris S. Kornegay of Warsaw.
In addition to his parents, David was preceded in death by son, David Bradley White and brothers and sisters, Otis White, Jimmy White, J. T. White, Nell Ray Hollingsworth, Pauline Sanderson, Louise Stroud and Dorothy Garner. 

Opal Rosetta Lane King, 88, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Opal was born and raised in rural Jacksonville, NC.  She grew up at the end of a dirt road where the family home and farm was.  She and her brothers and sisters grew up in that farming community and attended the local church with Mama and Daddy on Dawson Cabin Road.  They were raised with a strong work ethic and family bond.
She later raised her seven children whom she lovingly worked hard to provide for their needs.  She had a 20 plus year career with the NC Forest Service as a firetower operator and climbed an almost 125 foot tall firetower seven days a week to look for smoke and forest fires in the forest of Holly Ridge, Dixon and Verona.
She would also work part time at nights with Roses Department Store.  Later in life she worked at Bob Grays Service Station in Richlands.
In her retirement years, she moved to Faison in Duplin County where she tended lovingly her flower gardens and vegetable gardens.  And always loved visits from her family.  She loved to get to see her grandchildren and greats and was very proud of all of them.  She was especially very proud of her seven children and how they turned out and that non of them were ever in trouble, and had good careers and jobs.
At her house on holidays every family member was expected to come and usually all did and she loved every minute, even though she had spent the night and the day before cooking and preparing tons of food.  And always at christmas her required Red Velvet Cake and pies and cakes of every variety.  She wanted everyone to have their favorites.
When  she later in life entered an assisted living facility she missed her independence  and flower tending.  Then covid happened not long after, and she could not be close to her family inside and that was hard.  But family came and stood outside her raised window and visited with her there.  After a heart attack she entered Woodbury Nursing Home in Hampstead.  She had some wonderful CNA's and RN' s that looked out for her and the family is forever grateful for them.  When her health took a turn for the worse, she died peacefully with her family by her side.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday,  June 29, 2025 at the Faison Cemetery in Faison, NC.
Opal is survived by her six children and their spouses, Debbie Dail of Jacksonville, Betty Lowery and Frinchie "Pete"  of Jacksonville, Kim Pardue and Currie Butler of Garner, Sheila Brock and Danny of Faison, Danny Hatfield and Vickie of Warsaw, Cheryl Hatfield Sanchez and ​Eric Sinclair of Michigan 14 Grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandhildren; one younger brother, Melvin King of Jacksonville and one younger sister, Janice King Holtsford of Swansboro.
Her parents, Ernest C. King, Sr. and Mary Rosetta Silance King preceded her in death, and her son Billy Ray Hatfield, Jr., grandson, Christopher Hatfield and granddaughter, Kelly Lowery Collins, her sister and brothers Irma King Williams, Ernest King, Jr., Herman King, Marvin King and Carlton King

​Mary Ellen Romanger Blackburn, 77, passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2025 at her home.
Mary Ellen was born on August 30, 1947 in Sampson County to the late James Romanger and
Ruth Pope Romanger.

Mary Ellen was a good Christian woman with a big heart that was filled with love for her husband, children, grandchildren, and extended family. She worked for Southern Bank for more than 40 years which allowed her to pour her love into the Warsaw community as well. Known y many as simply "Meme", she was a vibrant and joyful soul who treated everyone kindly and with a smile.

A service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at Community Funeral Home Chapel of Warsaw. A visitation will follow the service. A private burial will be held.

Left to cherish her memory are husband, Jimmy Blackburn of the home; son Michael Blackburn and wife, Tammie, of Beulaville; daughter, Jennifer Atkinson and husband, Jeff of Hampstead; grandchildren, Austin Blackburn of Raleigh, Josh Blackburn and wife, Mallory of Raleigh, Chasen Persichetti and Cayden Persichetti, both of Hampstead, and David Atkinson of Wilmington; sister, Linda Jones of Warsaw; numerous nieces and nephews; and her four-legged companion,
Frisky.

In addition to her parents, Mary Ellen was also preceded in death by brothers Pete Romanger and Ray Romanger, and sister Shirley Faye Hatfield.

Warsaw- Wilbert Harris Wilkins, 84, of Warsaw passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025 at ECU Medical Center in Greenville.  Mr. Wilkins was born September 6, 1940 in Duplin County to the late Andrew Wilkins and Tharon Jane Harper Wilkins.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00pm Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Community Funeral Home of Warsaw.  A visitation will be held at 1:00 pm prior to the service.  Burial will follow at Pinecrest Cemetery.  

Left to cherish Mr. Wilkins memory are wife, Edna Brown Wilkins of the home; sons, Wilbert Wilkins, Jr. of Warsaw and Dennis Wilkins of Burgaw; daughters Brenda Wilkins Smith of Warsaw and Wendy Goff and husband, Michael of Warsaw; grandchildren, Nicholas Wilkins, Josh Wilkins, Jessica Wilkins Collier and husband Warren, Andrea Wilkins, Taylor Smith, Kirk Smith and Ambria Lane; ten great grandchildren; brother, Edward Wilkins and wife, Jody of Turkey. 

​In addition to his parents, Mr. Wilkins was also preceded in death by sisters, Mary Whaley and Shirley Carter.

Edwin Luis Camacho, 55, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025 at his home. Mr. Camacho was born September 5, 1969 in Manhattan, NY to the late Victor and Angelina Camacho.

A memorial service will be held 3:30 pm, Friday, June 13, 2025 at Community Funeral Home of Warsaw, NC.

He is survived by children, Franklin Camacho of CA, Amber Camacho of Raleigh and Brandon Camacho of Raleigh; sister, Alice C Bland and husband, Keith of Magnolia, NC and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Eddie was preceded in death by brother, Victor Luciano Camacho, Jr.