WILMINGTON — Willie Elwood “Buddy” Millinor, 89, passed from this life into the keeping of his Lord and Savior Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020, at NHRMC with his family by his side.
Willie was born Feb. 4, 1931, the son of the late Bill Millinor and Edna Mae Campbell.
He was preceeded in death by his sister, Pearlie Campbell; and brother, Carl Millinor.
Buddy is survived by his wife of 67 years, Nora Rabon Millinor; son, Bill Millinor (Wendi); daughter, Linda Millinor Heath (Martin); sisters, Mavis Hash (Cecil) and Shirley Wheeler (Richard); and numerous nephews and nieces. Buddy leaves behind two grandchildren who were the sparkle in his eye, Elliott Millinor (Katelyn) and Jessie Heath Bright (Nathan); and one very special adopted grandson, David Craft. Buddy is also survived by three great-grandsons, Miles Elliott Millinor, Michael Elwood Lawrence Bright and Tucker Crayton Vaughn Bright. These boys were the joy of his life in the last few years.
Buddy was a charter member of United Advent Christian Church and faithfully served in a number of positions. He had a strong and personal faith in his Lord and Savior. He retired from The New York Times, having worked in the press room for his entire career. Buddy served in the U.S. Army before marrying and was very patriotic. He made sure to hang his flag outside every morning as weather permitted.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 28, at United Advent Christian Church, 4912 South College Road, Wilmington.
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