Photo courtesy of Andrews Mortuary and Crematory - Market Street Chapel - Wilmington
Wilmington, North Carolina
Nov 19, 1937 – Jul 10, 2020 (Age 82)
Faye Avery Dunbar died peacefully at home on July 10, 2020 after a courageous battle with Glioblastoma. She was born November 19, 1937 in Erwin to Maylon and Flossie Avery, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband Francis (Frank) Dunbar.
Faye spent many years in the food brokerage industry as office manager for Water’s Marketing, Bill Sing and Associates and retired from Atlas Marketing in 1998. Upon retirement she and Frank moved to Wilmington. She was an active member of Harbor United Methodist Church for many years. She was Past Matron of Edith Chapter Order of the Eastern Star in Cary and a member of the Goldenrod Chapter No. 142 in Wilmington. Faye loved reading, gardening and spending time with family and friends.
She is survived by daughters Debbie Haverkampf (Tom) of Newington, CT and Sharon Harms (Mike) of Wilmington. She was also the much beloved Nana of five grandchildren William Haverkampf, Catherine Haverkampf, Ethan Blackburn, Justin Blackburn and Julian Blackburn. She is also survived by step grandchildren Brett Harms and Abby Harms. Also surviving her are sister Helen Gomedella and brother Ronald Avery (Frances) of Coats and many nieces and nephews.
Due to COVID 19 restrictions there will be no visitation or service. There will be a private ceremony for immediate family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Harbor United Methodist Church, 4853 Masonboro Loop Road, Wilmington, NC 28409 or Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of Visiting Angels and Lower Cape Fear LifeCare for their warm and compassionate care and support provided to Faye and her family during her decline in health.
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We are so saddened to have learned of Faye's passing. What a bright light she was. Frank and Faye were the best neighbors! I so enjoyed our conversations about life and family,
I could talk with her for hour's. She will be greatly missed. May God bless your family at this time.
Richard & Jessica Newlin
August 13, 2020 | Dudley, NC | Neighbor
So sorry to hear of Faye's passing. She was a bright spark in the neighborhood, I always admired her roses. Our sympathies are with your family in this time of loss and grieving.
Laurie and Lance Taylor
August 05, 2020 | Wilmington, NC | Neighbor
So sorry to hear of her passing. She was a lovely person and such a good grandmother.
Nannette Bryant
July 21, 2020 | Wilmington, NC | Neighbor
Debbie and Sharon I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Sorry I'm just seeing this a few days later. Back when we were growing up I thought the world of both your Mom and Dad and loved visiting with them.
My Thoughts And Prayers Are With You Both And Your Families During This Very Hard Time.
David Skaggs
July 17, 2020 | Cary, NC | Friend
Faye was such a warm and loving person. She was one of the first people to reach out to me when I joined Harbor UMC. She provided a listening ear when I was going through troubling times. We will all miss her so much at church.
Sincere condolences to her loving family.
Cathy Wahnefried
July 15, 2020 | Friend
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this time. Please know that our family is keeping you and yours in our prayers and thoughts.
Tiffany White
July 13, 2020 | Pasadena, MD | Friend
Faye, you will be missed. I always enjoyed seeing you and Frank at church. He was so missed also. Spending some outings with you in the last year were so enjoyable. You were a lovely sweet lady.
Betsy Lamkin
July 12, 2020 | Friend
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Durwood and Lou Anne McLeod
July 12, 2020 | Erwin, NC | Friend
Ronald thinking of you & sending prayers for comfort.
BJ & Tommy Woodall
July 12, 2020 | Friend