WILMINGTON — Carolyn Graham Vallianos, a cherished member of the Wilmington community and a woman of profound faith and service, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025, in her hometown of Wilmington, North Carolina. Born on June 27, 1936, she lived a full and meaningful life of 88 years.
Carolyn dedicated her career to nurturing and healing as a Registered Nurse. Her compassionate nature and tireless commitment to caring for others were evident throughout her tenure at New Hanover Memorial Hospital in the Emergency Room, as well as during her time at Hill Haven Nursing Center and Coastal Horizons.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Carolyn was a devout Christian who found solace and strength in daily Bible study. Her faith was further nurtured through the teachings of Rev. Charles Stanley and Rev. Billy Graham. She was a longstanding, faithful member of Wilmington Bible Chapel, where she formed lasting bonds with fellow congregants and actively participated in service to her community.
Her love for music and dance brought joy to her life and those around her. Whether attending church services or enjoying the rhythm of a favorite tune, Carolyn’s spirit was always uplifted by melody.
Carolyn was preceded in death by her loving parents, Thorn Graham and Naomi Moore Graham; her beloved husbands, Samuel H. Hinson, Sr. and Limberios Vallianos; and her son, Greg Hinson.
Her legacy is carried forward by her surviving family: her devoted sons and daughters-in-law, Jeff Hinson and his wife Christy, and Samuel H. Hinson, Jr. and his wife Donna; her cherished grandchildren Stokes Hinson and wife Stephanine, Jonathan Hinson and Anna Hinson; great grandchildren Sophia Hinson and Hudson Hinson; along with her step-children Alex Vallianos and Tanya Vallianos; all of whom will miss her dearly.
A memorial service to celebrate Carolyn’s life and legacy will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Wilmington Funeral Chapel, led by Whitney Goodson. Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance of a remarkable woman whose life was marked by kindness, love, and unwavering faith.
Carolyn’s memory will forever be treasured by those who knew and loved her. May she rest in peace, embraced by the grace and love she shared so freely with the world.
In remembrance of Carolyn please consider any memorial gift to her church, Wilmington Bible Chapel.
