Darell Wayne Wilcox, age 55, of Lumberton, passed away at Lower Cape Fear Hospice in Whiteville, NC, on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. Darell was born on August 2, 1969, in Lumberton, NC. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Redden and Bertha Wilcox, along with two special uncles, Ronald and Bill Wilcox.

He is survived by his loving mother, Betty Joyce Wilcox of Lumberton, and his faithful and loyal wife, Alisha Wilcox of Lumberton. He is also survived by his daughter, Kaitlyn Jones (Braylon) of Lumberton, and his son, Matt Wilcox (Anna) of Lumberton. Darell leaves behind three grandsons: Isaiah, Redden, and Briggs, all of Lumberton. He is also survived by his sister, Tami Fogleman (Scott) of Myrtle Beach, SC, and nephews, Jordan Floyd of Brooklyn, NY, Brad Fogleman (Elizabeth) of Lumberton; niece, Lauren Fogelman of Lumberton. Additionally, he leaves behind beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and his loyal fur babies, Gracie, Lillie, and Holly Cat.

Darell was full of personality; he always wanted to make people laugh. He never met a stranger. He was known by many as "The Cake Man" and used his talents in the kitchen to assist with any gatherings at his home church, Sandhill Baptist. He ensured that his gifts, which defined him as a good and generous person, were used to give back to the community and to his family gatherings .In his final days, Darell often wondered, "How far is Heaven?" Although saddened to leave his earthly home and the many people he loved, he was excited to meet Jesus.

Family and friends will be received at his mother's family property before the service. Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Sandhill Baptist Church, 2726 Pope Crossing Rd, Lumberton, NC 28358. The funeral service will follow at 3:00 PM.

The family would like to express their gratitude to all the medical staff at UNC Health Southeastern and Lower Cape Fear Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Sandhill Baptist Church, 2726 Pope Crossing Road, Lumberton, NC 28358.