Michael Townsend Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Michael Townsend (Wilmington, North Carolina). Michael, born on October 19, 1956 in Jacksonville, North Carolina, passed away on July 7, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Michael for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Michael’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.

He was predeceased by: his mother Peggy Ann Townsend; and his siblings, Tracy Townsend and George Henry Townsend, III. He is survived by: his father George Henry Townsend Jr. (Shirley); his daughters, Ashley Conner (Nathan) and Megan Perkins (Robert); his grandsons, Brody Conner and Lawson Perkins; and his sister Jeanne Shannon (Tom).