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Steven Arthur ‘Frenchy’ French
WILMINGTON Steven Arthur “Frenchy” French, 59, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Thursday, July 15, 2021.
He is survived by his loving wife, Lisa R. French. They celebrated 10 years of marriage together in March.
His beloved son, Christopher French, at 30 years old, preceded him into the loving arms of our heavenly Father. Sara T. French was the pride and joy of her dad’s heart. He was often heard telling Sara that, “I love you bigger.”
Steve had a lifelong passion for everything music, but praise and worship captured his heart and drew him closer to Jesus. He was active in many groups, including Port City Community Church (PC3) men’s ministries, Noble Warriors, Iron Sharpens Iron, the Discipleship Series 33 and ToastMasters.
52 Faces of Community: Troy Pennington
By Holly Desrosier
Basketball buff and former pro athlete Troy Pennington has united his love of sports with his faith to help residents of New Bern stay active and engaged. As a lifelong “people person,” he has relished his roles of bringing people together through fun and fellowship.
“I just love our town of New Bern,” he said. “I just love serving and helping people here in our community and help try to shine the light of Jesus in our community.”
Troy was born in Lynchburg, Virginia and grew up in the small town of Marion until he reached sixth grade. He and his family moved to New Bern in 1980 after his dad took a job with Trader Construction Company. He went to H.J. MacDonald Middle School and New Bern High School, then attended Craven Community College and played on their basketball team before transferring to Methodist University.