Mary Shackleton Carter's obituary , Passed away on May 13, 2026 in Wilmington, North Carolina

Mary Shackleton Carter

June 17, 1940 - May 13, 2026 (85 years old)

Wilmington, North Carolina

Mary Shackleton Carter's obituary , Passed away on May 13, 2026 in Wilmington, North Carolina

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Mary Shackleton Carter

June 17, 1940 - May 13, 2026 (85 years old)

Wilmington, North Carolina

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Mary Shackleton Carter Obituary

The family of Mary Shackleton Carter of Wilmington, North Carolina announces her passing on May 13, 2026. Mary Shackleton, born on June 17, 1940, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary Shackleton Carter to show support.

She was predeceased by: her daughter Jill Swart; her siblings, John Shackleton, Dawn Lord and Beryl Crowther; and her parents, Evelyn Shackleton and Willie Shackleton.

She is survived by: her sister Dorothy Kumar; her daughter Stacy Keels; her son-in-law Michael Swart; and her grandchildren, Danielle Swart, Julian Swart, Robbie Keels and Gracelyn Keels. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Cape Fear Presbyterian Church (2606 Newkirk Ave, Wilmington, NC 28412).

In lieu of flowers and gifts, please send donations in her name to: Cape Fear Presbyterian Church, 2606 Newkirk Ave, Wilmington NC 28412, Online giving is available on their website.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Atlantic Cremation Service



Sat

Oct 17

Celebration of life

10:00 AM

Cape Fear Presbyterian Church
2606 Newkirk Ave, Wilmington, NC 28412

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