WILMINGTON — Michael Shane O’Rourke from Wilmington, N.C. died suddenly in his home on Wednesday, March 30, 2022. He was born on January 18, 1971, in Wilmington, N.C.
He was the son of Barbara Jones O’Rourke and Richard George O’Rourke of Wilmington. He is survived by his son; Michael Shane O’Rourke II, sisters; Sharon O’Rourke Berry (Patrick) of Saratoga Springs, New York, and Deborah O’Rourke Quinn (Jeffery) of Wilmington, aunts, and uncles; Kenny and Shelvie O’Rourke of Wilmington, Gail S. O’Rourke of Cumberland, Rhode Island, the late Charles T. O’Rourke and Barbara McMahon O’Rourke of Woonsocket, Rhode Island, Pam and Ricky Kelly of Atkinson, Lynne VanStory of Wilmington, and nephew; Richard Alexander Haynes of Saratoga Springs, New York.
Michael graduated from New Hanover High School in 1989 and attended Francis Marion College in Florence, South Carolina on a basketball scholarship where he played center. He worked in the flooring installation business for thirty years. Those who knew him referred to him as the “gentle giant” because of his quiet nature and six-foot seven height.
The family will receive friends at the home of Deborah and Jeff Quinn at 5428 Aventuras Drive, Wilmington, N.C. on Friday, April 8, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Michael’s memory may be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church or the charity of your choice.
