Below is our list of notable people who were born, died or were buried in the area surrounding Shell Island. Please note that while we are collecting data on an ongoing basis, it's a big task and it's unlikely that our list will ever be more than a sample.
He was born in Durham (NC) on February 4, 1890 (a Tuesday) and died in Wilmington (NC) on October 16, 1962 (a Tuesday).
Durham is located in Durham County, North Carolina.
Wilmington is located nearby and to the west of Shell Island.
At the time of his death, he was 72.
He is buried at Wilmington National Cemetery, located 7 miles [11.3 km] to the west of Shell Island. The cemetery is located in New Hanover County, North Carolina.
The Find-a-Grave website is an excellent research tool with information about a cemetery's location and interments. They also offer a forum for their members which can provide additional help. More information about Find-a-Grave can be found on their website: findagrave.com.