Richard Eugene Sandlin, 67, passed away Thursday, September 14, 2017. He was born in New Hanover County on December 16, 1949 to the late Eddie Eugene and Willie Mae Stallings Sandlin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Susan Bassett Sandlin and a sister, Mary Lou S. Wilkins.

He is survived by his son Richard E. Sandlin, Jr.; daughter, Stephanie L. Sandlin; one grandchild; sisters Janice S. Bass (Billy), Patricia S. Martin (James) and brother in law, Knox Wilkins;umerous nieces and nephews.

Services were held Monday, September 18, 2017 at Cornerstone Funeral Home with Rev. Lee Price officiating.

Arrangements by Cornerstone Funeral Home and Cremations, Nashville.