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Travis Modlin Obituary
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OAK ISLAND -- Mr. Travis Derrick Modlin, age 25 of Oak Island, died Saturday, January 23, 2010, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
Travis was born in New Hanover County on May 2, 1984. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing softball and football. He was a graduate of South Brunswick High School and attended Brunswick Community College. Travis will always be remembered for being a very loving and giving person.
He is survived by his mother, Shirley Roberts and husband Art of Oak Island, his father, Larry T. Modlin and wife Jennifer of Boiling Spring Lakes; a brother, Chad Modlin and wife Sarah of Oak Island; step-brother, Matt Blaser of Stormville, NY; a sister, Ashley Roberts of Oak Island; step-nephew, Brian Blaser; grandparents, Ed and Glynne Whitley of Hamilton, NC, Hester Modlin of Frostproof, Florida, Barbara Roberts of Battlecreek, Michigan; numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and extended family.
A service to celebrate Travis's life will be held Wednesday, January 27, 2010, at 7:00 pm at Ocean View United Methodist Church with Pastor Fred Roberts officiating.
You may offer online condolences at www.peacocknewnamwhite.com
Peacock-Newnam & White Funeral and Cremation Service, Southport
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Memories and Condolences
for Travis Modlin
David Martin
February 18, 2010
Travis was a good guy . I went to school with him growing up and played baseball and basketball with him all the time. He will be missed.
David Martin
Larry Modlin
January 28, 2010
My "baby boy" may be gone from this life, but he will remain alive in the hearts of each of you. I have a huge hole in me, yet I burst with pride when anyone acknowledges that I was Travis' father. Get on the organ donor list, and please wear your seatbelt.
January 27, 2010
Jennifer and Larry,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Tina S. Harrelson
Richard and Lisa Cote
January 27, 2010
We had the pleasure of watching Travis grow up through Baseball with our son, and he was an awesome young man, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. RIP Travis.
Eddie & Hope Garner
January 27, 2010
We are with you in thought, concern and prayers in your time of loss.
Eddie & Hope Garner BSL
The Long's
January 26, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Joey & Heather Lee
January 26, 2010
What a blessing it was to have met Travis. He will truly be missed! We are very sorry for your loss and we will continue to pray for your family during this difficult time.
January 26, 2010
We are thinking about you and holding you close to our hearts.
Love,
Dave,Robin and Brett
Jan Overman
January 26, 2010
No words can express the sorrow that is felt by the loss of child. Know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Travis will be missed.
Barbara Vice
January 26, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Brandy Lewis
January 26, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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