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In Memory of
John Simonelli John Simonelli, member of the WSSA from 1998, died on Sunday, November 26, 2023. John's obituary is available here.
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In Memory of
George King George King, member of the WSSA Hall of Fame class of 2021, died on Sunday, November 12, 2023. George's obituary is available here.
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In Memory of
Diana Purdy
Diana Purdy
Diana Lee Purdy, also known as Dee Dee, wife of WSSA player Steve Purdy, passed away on August 19, 2023, in Topsail Island, North Carolina. The WSSA wishes to send its condolences to Steve and the family.
A memorial service will be held at Noon on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at the New Life Christian Center at 1053 East Ocean Highway, Holly Ridge, NC, 28445. The family would like attendees to know that they are welcome to dress casually with a flair of color. Her obituary may be found here. |
In Memory of
Jim Sidbury James Thompson Sidbury of Wilmington passed away peacefully at home on August 4, 2023. Jim played in the WSSA for many years and was always a welcome teammate with his solid play and friendly demeanor.
A Memorial and Celebration of Life will be held at 3 pm, Saturday, 8/26/2023 at Andrews Mortuary on 1617 Market Street, Wilmington, NC. His obituary may be found here. |
In Memory of
Mary H. Curry Mary H. Curry, wife of WSSA player Charles Curry, died on September 4, 2023. The WSSA sends condolences to Charles and the family.
Her obituary is available here. |
In Memory of
Bobby Ray Smith Bobby Ray Smith, a former WSSA player remembered as a great player and teammate, died on September 5, 2023. Services will be held Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 11:00 am, at Hampstead Baptist Church, 67 Factory Rd., Hampstead, NC.
His obituary with service and reception details can be found here. |
Interment of Henry Winters August 9
An interment ceremony for WSSA member Henry Winters will be held on Wednesday, August 9th, at 11:00 am at the columbarium of First Baptist Church, 411 Market St., in downtown Wilmington. Henry died on May 4, 2023, but many missed his funeral because of Covid concerns. Players are encouraged to wear their WSSA jerseys.
An interment ceremony for WSSA member Henry Winters will be held on Wednesday, August 9th, at 11:00 am at the columbarium of First Baptist Church, 411 Market St., in downtown Wilmington. Henry died on May 4, 2023, but many missed his funeral because of Covid concerns. Players are encouraged to wear their WSSA jerseys.
In Memory of
Rick Mongero Rick Mongero, 80, an inaugural member of the WSSA Hall of Fame class of 2013, died on June 10, 2023. His obituary is now available here.
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In Memory of
Ben Starinsky April 16, 1929-March 10,2023 Benjamin Starinsky, former WSSA player, died on March 10, 2023. The WSSA sends condolences to Ben's family. Read Ben's obituary here. |
In Memory of
Mary Perkins Shaw Mary Perkins Shaw, wife of WSSA Hall of Fame member Jerry Shaw, died on November 12, 2022. The WSSA sends condolences to Jerry and the family. Read Mary's obituary here. |
In Memory of
Ron LaFond
March 15, 1942-March 23, 2020
Ron LaFond, player in the Coastal Division of the WSSA and for the Wilmington 75s, died Monday at his home. Services will be delayed because of the emergency Covid19 measures. You may post memories and condolences here.
In Memoriam:
Joe Boardman
Former WSSA player Joe Boardman died August 22, 2021 after a short illness. Joe played in the WSSA for 15 years and was a member of two NC state championship teams in the over 65 age group. The WSSA sends condolences to his wife Kristen and the family.
See Joe's full obituary here.
See Joe's full obituary here.
We are sad to report that WSSA great Bill Manley died on January 15, 2021. Bill was an outstanding player for many years in the WSSA. He was inducted into the WSSA Hall Of Fame in 2016.
A graveside service only will be held on Saturday, January 23rd, 1pm at Riverview Memorial Park, 9332 Highway 117 North, Willard, NC. The family urges attendees to please social distance and wear a mask at the service. Anyone wishing to send a floral arrangement, please send it to Quinn McGowan Funeral Home, 308 West Freemont Street, Burgaw, NC 28425. You may read his obituary or leave a tribute here.
A graveside service only will be held on Saturday, January 23rd, 1pm at Riverview Memorial Park, 9332 Highway 117 North, Willard, NC. The family urges attendees to please social distance and wear a mask at the service. Anyone wishing to send a floral arrangement, please send it to Quinn McGowan Funeral Home, 308 West Freemont Street, Burgaw, NC 28425. You may read his obituary or leave a tribute here.
It is with great sadness that the WSSA reports the passing of Greg Romero. Greg died unexpectedly Wednesday night. He was not only a player in the WSSA but also served on the Board of Directors. Many will remember him as a skilled player, great teammate and friend. The WSSA sends its sincerest condolences to his family.
Those wishing to send cards may request the address from the WSSA by writing to wssa2017@gmail.com.
Those wishing to send cards may request the address from the WSSA by writing to wssa2017@gmail.com.