Retha Cribb: A Life of Love and Legacy | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 1, 2026 · 1m

Retha Cribb, beloved matriarch and longtime beautician, passed away at 88, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and unwavering hospitality. Born in South Carolina and rooted in Wilmington, NC, she built a life of service, family, and faith, hosting dinners, tending gardens, and traveling with joy. A pillar of Winter Park Baptist Church and a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, her kindness touched countless lives. Remembered by daughters Wanda and Linda, siblings David and Ann, and a sprawling family of 8 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren, Retha’s spirit endures…