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Marlene Radford: A Life of Passion and Purpose | Wilmington News
An 88-year-old trailblazer of Oak Island, North Carolina, Marlene Anne Radford passed away on June 17, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of grit, grace, and boundless curiosity. From raising champion Cocker Spaniels to owning pet businesses in D.C. and a beloved restaurant in Alexandria, Virginia, she turned passion into profit. Later, she conquered real estate in North Carolina with the same fierce determination that defined her life. A hunter of antiques, gardener of beauty, and mother to three children and four grandchildren, Marlene lived fully, loved deeply, and inspired everyone she…
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