Royce Michael Malpass

February 11, 1977 - March 16, 2021
Royce Michael Malpass

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Royce Michael Malpass, 44, of Leland passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

Royce was born in Whiteville, February 11, 1977. He was the late grandson of Ada and Corbett Simmons and Thomas and June Malpass. His passion was playing his guitar with friends and his little brother, Tommy.

Surviving are his daughter, Kayla Malpass, and parents, Wilma (Lee) Cartrette (Tony) and Thomas Malpass (Frances); sister, Tonya Malpass; two special nieces, Caaliyah and Caamiyah Street; brother, Tommy Malpass; stepbrothers, TJ Cartrette (Joy) and Michael Cartrette; stepsister, Crystal Henderson (Jeremy); and lots of friends and cousins, including special cousins, Danny McLean, Leon Malpass, Dale Malpass and Ronnie Malpass.

A visitation will be held Saturday, March 20, 2021 from 12 Noon to 2:00 pm with a funeral service beginning at 2:00 pm at Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403.

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation 1535 S. 41st Street Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099.

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  • March 19, 2021
    Jennifer Osborne says:
    You will forever be in our thoughts and hearts. I am so glad I got to say “I love you” one more time. The world lost a great man. I am thankful for the memories I have. I will cherish them forever.

  • March 18, 2021
    Heather Sandlin lit a candle:
    Lit since March 18, 2021 at 3:37:30 PM

  • March 18, 2021
    Cynthia Rose says:
    Royce you were always so nice to us six girls ( cousins) growing up and always fun to play with. I always loved your smile. You will be truly missed, you may be gone but never from our hearts. I love you Royce! ♥️♥️♥️

  • March 18, 2021
    Linda Malpass says:
    Watching Royce grow up from a sweet little boy to a great respectful young man. You will always be remembered, in my thoughts and prayers and greatly missed. I will love you forever.

  • March 18, 2021
    Ashley Agin says:
    Can’t believe you are gone. You’ll be greatly missed by so many people. I know you were always jealous over the 6 pack but you were our big brother that we didn’t have. We love you so much. Rest easy. We’ll cherish our memories forever. ❤️❤️❤️