Ileeta Reeves Faircloth, 79, passed into eternal peace April 7, 2025.
Born April 1, 1946 in Columbus County to the late John and Sophie Ward Reeves.
After completion of Beauty School in the late 60’s, she was a well known stylist in the area and then in Wilmington, NC for 38 years until her retirement. She had a love for playing Bingo and was willing to go anytime. In her later years, she got into the art of making jewelry.
She is survived by her husband of 31 years Nick Faircloth of the home, son, Mitchell Williams (Christy) of Simpsonville, SC, step-son, Joe Faircloth (Nikki) of Richlands, NC, two grandchildren and four step-grandchildren. Two sisters, Leona Formyduval (Glean) of Nakina, NC and Bonnie Reese of Spartanburg, SC.
The family would like to give special thanks to the nurses of Gentiva who cared for Ileeta in the final months and to Adrian Bullock, her sitter who kept her occupied daily until the end.
Per Ileeta’s wishes there will be no formal visitation or funeral. Any notes to the family can be directed to 1360 Chair Factory Rd. Nakina, NC 28455
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