IJR News — today's news from every sideObituaries recall five lives of service, art and community ties — 1dObituaries remember Ronald Lee Book, 91, a longtime Sandpoint, Idaho, builder and painter who coached youth sports; Hazel “Lori” Bradberry, 64, a longtime New Hanover County Schools employee; and Linda Lee Gilbert Perdue, 80, known for her lively spirit, generosity and devotion to family. They also honor Brenda Gail Calloway, 74, a Wilmington community and arts leader who founded a breast cancer support charity, and Barbara Greenough Lee, 90, an accomplished western artist and former newspaper editor.
Obituaries document deaths across three statesLifestyle — 4dObituaries announced the deaths of Barry Scott Terrell, 56, Greta Phyllis Cates Leard, 87, and Lynette Ann Pierson, 75; Terrell was remembered as a devoted husband, family man and avid golfer, while Leard was known for her family-history research and community service. Funeral or memorial services were also scheduled for Bradley Paul Johnson, 45, and Patti Lynn Murray Sportiello, 58.
Johnson obituaries span four statesLifestyle — Oct 4, 2026Obituaries announced the deaths of Bubba Johnson, 61, of Castle Hayne; Preston P. Johnson, 90, of Leland; Robert Calvin Johnson Jr., 76, of McMinnville, Oregon; and Gary Gene Johnson, 75, of Murray, Kentucky. Their notices remembered their families, community service and personal interests, including fishing, civic involvement, antiques and helping others. 
