Marilyn Hewett Richberg

May 30, 1951 - July 21, 2012
Marilyn Hewett Richberg

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Marilyn Hewett Richberg, 61, of Shallotte, NC died peacefully at home on July 21,2012, after a brief illness.

Born in Southport, NC, Marilyn was the daughter of the late William W. Hewett and Ora Woodard Hewett. She is survived by her husband, Roland K. Richberg (Lanny), daughter, Kelly Smith of Wilmington, son, Joe Mitchell Smith, Jr. his wife, Amy Stephens Smith, and beloved granddaughter, Eliza Dianne Smith, of Shallotte. Two Sisters, Wanda H. Lyles, husband, Homer of Shallotte, Donnie H. Kopp, husband, John of Bolivia and several nieces and nephews.

Marilyn was a graduate of Shallotte High School, Class of 1969. She was a lifelong member of Jennies Branch Baptist Church, where she was the church secretary for nearly 20 years. Marilyn enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends.

The family will receive friends 11:00 AM Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Jennies Branch Baptist Church, 5256 Beach Dr. SW, Shallotte, NC with a memorial service to follow at 12:00 PM. Officiating will be Rev. Robbie Stephens.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in honor of Marilyn may be made to Jennies Branch Baptist Church Building Fund.

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Wilmington Funeral and Cremation, 1535 S. 41St Street, Wilmington, NC 28403.


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  • July 28, 2012
    Regina McHenry says:
    My prayers go out to Marilyns family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. We use to have so many nice chats with allot of laughter when Ms.Ora was at the nursing home.I will remember her and her beautiful smile and her laughter. God bless all of you during this terrible time.

  • July 27, 2012
    Sheriff John W. Ingram,V says:
    We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.