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Victor Stella Obituary

VICTOR STELLA, JR. Victor (Vic) Stella, Jr., age 76, died on February 6, 2016 in Wilmington, NC. He was born in Queens, NY. He is survived by three children, Wendy Caruolo, James Stella and David Stella; daughters- in-law, Laurie Stella and Carol Stella; son-in-law Paul Caruolo; brother Frank Stella; sister-in-law Linda Stella. Victor was an avid soccer fan and enjoyed trivia games, watching sports, watching his children achieve milestones in their lives and reminiscing about great times with friends and family, especially his seven loving grandchildren, Katie Olive, Ashley Stella, Kyle Caruolo, Victoria Caruolo, Austin Stella, Samantha Stella and Annmarie Stella. Victor served in the United States Navy from 1957-1960 and went on to work for IBM in New York and North Carolina from 1962-1991. Victor is preceded in death by his wife Carol (Decker) Stella, his brother Ralph and parents Victor and Lena Stella. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 pm on Thursday February, 11, 2016 at Lutheran Church of Reconciliation, 7500 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28411. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Victor's life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lutheran Church of Reconciliation, 7500 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28411.

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Published by Wilmington Star-News on Feb. 9, 2016.

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Barbara Taylor

February 11, 2016

Wendy, Paul, Victoria and Kyle, Our thoughts and prayers will continue for your comfort and strength during this transition and the loss of your loved one. Barbara, Greg, Hannah and Emma

Mo and Tim Shaw

February 11, 2016

Jim and Laurie, our prayers and sympathies are with you and your family during this time. I hope you find some comfort in knowing that your parents are together once again. Cherish the memories that you have and may their legacy live on through your children. Much love,

Steve Emhart

February 10, 2016

Jim -
Never got a chance to meet your father, but he sure raised a fine son! Prayers for you and your family

Norma Prehm

February 10, 2016

Dave,
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may the soul of your Dad rest in peace

Rhonda Brown-Cropp

February 10, 2016

Dear Dave,

May fond memories of your father bring you comfort and remember when we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us.

Our most sincere condolences to you and your family.

Rhonda, Darryl and Nick Cropp

Mary Burke

February 10, 2016

Dear Dave and Stella family-

My sincere sympathies for your loss in such a very short time after your precious Mother. Your parents clearly loved and cared for each other and the entire family to the end of their days, and that is the greatest gift.
May you take solice in the special memories you all have and may they last eternally.

With deep regret-
Mary Burke

February 10, 2016

Dear Dave and family,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Anna and Brian Halteman

Beth Altherr

February 10, 2016

Sending love and prayers to all the Stella kids (Wendy, Jim and David) and grandkids. I'm so glad I got to know Vic through the years as we were included in many Stella family outings! He was a lovely man and had a big heart! He will be missed, but know he is smiling down on all his children and grandkids every day! Love to you all! Beth Altherr

Kathi Regan Hart

February 10, 2016

Wendy, David, Jimmy,

My deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time, remember all the wonderful memories

Jennifer Johnson

February 10, 2016

Jim & Laurie,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

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