BLADENBORO, NC — The Town of Bladenboro is mourning the loss of long-serving public servant and local advocate Mayor David William Hales Jr., who passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026, at the age of 68.
First elected to the Bladenboro Board of Commissioners in 1984, Hales spent over four decades serving his hometown, culminating in his current second term as Mayor. Beyond his duties in municipal government, Hales was a lifelong resident, local business owner, and dedicated community leader.
Hales was widely known across the region for his active community presence and his popular “From the Mayor’s Desk” social media updates, where he shared a mix of town announcements, local news, personal commentary, and promotion for Bladenboro businesses and community events.
Born July 27, 1958, he was the son of the late David William Hales Sr. and Helen Sealey Hales.
Funeral & Visitation Details
Services are being handled by Bladenboro Funeral & Cremation Service:
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Public Visitation: The family will receive friends on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the sanctuary of the First Baptist Church of Bladenboro (500 S. Main Street).
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Private Residence Calling Hours: The family will also receive friends at other times at the home of Cassidy Hales, located at 413 Forest Drive, Bladenboro, NC 28320.
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Funeral Service: Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, at the First Baptist Church of Bladenboro.
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Interment: Burial will follow immediately at the Hickory Grove Baptist Church Cemetery (6414 Center Road, Bladenboro).
A complete obituary is forthcoming.
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