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Richard "Dick" Wingo

1932 - 2020

Richard "Dick" Wingo obituary, 1932-2020, Wilmington, NC

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1932

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2020

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Richard Wingo Obituary

RICHARD "DICK" WINGO Richard "Dick" Arnold Wingo, 88, of Wilmington, passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2020, at Columbus Reginal Healthcare Center. He was born August 5, 1932 in Anna, IL, a son of the late Charles Wingo and Sally Mae Arnold Wingo. His first wife, Barbara Milder Wingo, and brother, William Wingo, preceded him in death. Dick proudly served his country in the U.S, Navy. He graduated from Northwestern University. He was a Mason and member of Wrightsville United Methodist Church. Dick loved to travel, was an avid golfer and a member of Landfall Country Club. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Furniss Wingo (married 4/21/2009); three children, Michael Wingo (Catherine) of Greenville, SC, Michele Holmes (Larry) of Flagstaff, AZ, and David Wingo (Elizabeth) of Charlotte, NC; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a date and place to be determined. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Dick's memory may be made online to Samaritan's Purse or by mail to SECU Family House, 123 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. Share online condolences at www.andresmortuary.com

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Published by Wilmington Star-News on Oct. 11, 2020.

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MARY VAROGLU

October 16, 2020

Our prayers go out to Michele, Michael, David and Brenda for comfort. Uncle Dick is at peace. He will remain in our hearts and memories. Love to you all, Mary Salih and Auntie Jean

October 15, 2020

Michele, our heartfelt condolences to you upon the passing of your Dad. It seems he lived a full life and contributed so much, and enjoyed many blessings. I hope you find comfort in the many good memories, and cherish them and hold them close. With love, Jeanne and Joe

Doreen and Ed Bill

October 13, 2020

Ed and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of our neighbor. Our sympathy is extended to his wife, Brenda, and Dick’s children, grandchildren, and family. Dick and his first wife lived not far from us in IL so we all had something in common as “expats” here.

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