Ronald James Barnhill Jr., 76 of Wilmington, NC passed away Thursday, August 31, 2023. He was born March 26, 1947 in Wilmington, NC to Ronald James Barnhill Sr. and Marguerite Pridgen Barnhill, both deceased.
He was a very selfless, compassionate and giving man. He served as a DAV volunteer and was an active member of Northside Church for over forty years where he served in many roles.
Mr. Barnhill is survived by his wife Mary Ellen Barnhill of the home; daughters: Melanie Velie and husband Duane of Rocky Point, NC; Amy Bradley and husband Danny of Wilmington, NC; seven grandchildren: Mike Velie, Brandon Bradley, Jason Velie and wife Jaclyn, Meagan Sigman and husband Joseph, Mary Bradley, Zachary Bradley and Lindsey Rico and husband Jefte; four great grandchildren: Emeline, Gannon, Sable and Davie; sisters: Hilda Bradshaw and husband Joe and Sylvia Whitley; brothers: David Barnhill and wife Connie, Rev. Ray Barnhill and wife Lynda and Douglas Barnhill and wife Lori.
A Visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Monday, September 11, 2023 at Coble Funeral Chapel, 1155 Shipyard Blvd., Wilmington, NC. The Funeral Services will be held at 1pm on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at Northside Church with Rev. Ray Barnhill and Pastor Doug Faulk officiating. Internment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to DAV Chapter 11, PO Box 4046 Wilmington, 28403.
Condolances may be sent to the family at www.coblegreenlawn.com
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