Obituaries
Mark George Bessette
Sep 27, 2026
Mark G. Bessette of Oriental joined his heavenly family on September 27, 2026. Born in Troy, New York, on July 10, 1952, to Mary and Leroy Bessette, he graduated from Shenendehowa High School in Clifton Park, New York. Mark proudly served his country as a radioman in the U.S. Navy.
Mark was a sports lover and met the love of his...
Dena Marie Riley
Sep 22, 2026
Dena Marie Riley, 51, passed away on September 22, 2026. Born on May 17, 1975, Dena lived a life filled with love for her family, dedication to her work, and service to her country.
Dena proudly served in the United States Navy for four years as a Hospital Corpsman. Following her military service, she continued her passion for caring for others...
Charlene Marie Hill
Sep 21, 2026
Charlene Marie Blackman Hill, 79, of Reelsboro, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, September 21, 2026.
Charlene was a woman whose life was defined by compassion, purpose, and an unwavering belief in the value of every person. What began as an effort to provide a loving home as foster parents for one individual grew into a lifelong mission of...
Jessie "Jay" Alton Hill, Jr.
Sep 15, 2026
Jessie Alton Hill, Jr., 82, of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on September 15, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of those who meant so much to him.
He was born on December 15, 1943, in Little Washington, North Carolina, and grew up in Winterville, North Carolina, where he was raised, made lifelong memories, and began...
Tina Marie Baker Hacker
Sep 13, 2026
Tina Marie Baker Hacker, 61, of Olympia, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Tina was a good woman with a kind heart who cherished the simple things in life and most of all, the people she loved. As long as her health allowed, Tina enjoyed working in her flower beds, taking pride in watching them grow...
Clyde Franklin Cowell
Sep 10, 2026
Clyde Franklin Cowell, 94, of Alliance, passed away at home on Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Clyde enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served for 3 years and was awarded a purple heart. He retired after 23 years as Maintenance Supervisor with The Pamlico County School System. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gun collecting and spending time with family.
He was preceded in...
Gary Jackson Brinson
Sep 9, 2026
Gary Jackson Brinson, 74, of New Bern, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026, at The Gardens of Trent.
Gary was a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, faithful servant, and a friend to many. He lived his life by the Golden Rule, treating others with the same kindness, generosity, and respect that he hoped to receive in return....
Brittany Ann Lee
Sep 5, 2026
Brittany Ann Lee born December 27, 1987, in Elizabeth Town, Kentucky to Dreama Sue Lee (deceased) and Paul Warner Lee Jr. (deceased). Grandparents Bill and Loretta Hicks (both deceased) of Logan, W.V. Brittany spent her younger years living in Georgia, West Virginia and then North Carolina where she lived the rest of her life until her death on Saturday, September...
Edward Thomas Cahoon, Sr.
Sep 3, 2026
Mr. Edward Thomas “Tommy” Cahoon Sr., 85, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2026, at Carolina East Medical Center. Born on September 22, 1940, Tommy was a strong and faithful man whose life was defined by his love for his family, his friends, and the many people whose lives he touched along the way.
Tommy was a faithful member of Faith...
Rebecca Faye Martin
Sep 3, 2026
Rebecca Faye Martin, 83, of New Bern, went to live with the Lord on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
Rebecca, also known as Faye, was a kind and gentle soul who loved people.
Faye will be remembered as someone who was deeply loved and who gave love freely. Her kindness, gentle spirit, joyful personality, and love for her family will forever remain in...
Harriett Rebecca Werner
Sep 1, 2026
Mrs. Harriett “Hattie” Rebecca Beach Werner, 96, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026, at her home in Oriental, North Carolina.
Hattie was born on January 9, 1930, in Elmont, New York, to Walter and Nan Beach. She was raised in Franklin Square, New York, alongside her two brothers, Roy and Billy Beach. On March 31, 1951, she married the love...
David Allen Buck
Sep 1, 2026
David Buck, a beloved son, brother, stepfather, friend, and follower of Jesus, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, after a long and personal journey followed by a brief illness toward finding peace.
He was born on June 4, 1963, in Craven County and lived most of his life in Pamlico County. A true country boy, he loved the outdoors,...
John Dalton Whitford
Aug 31, 2026
John Dalton Whitford, 91, of Grantsboro, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
Dalton was a lifelong member of New Bethlehem Free Will Baptist Church. Throughout his many years of faithful service, he served on the Deacon Board and Board of Trustees and taught Sunday school. His faith was not simply something he professed-it was something he...
Constance (Connie) Valeda Garon Daily
Aug 29, 2026
Constance (Connie) Valeda Garon Daily was born in Manchester, New Hampshire on September 2, 1941.
She passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, with her daughter Suzanne (Suzi) Daily-Daniell lying in bed next to her taking a peaceful nap with her rosary beads in her hands, her daughter’s hand on her belly and with her sweet boy “Rip” (Rottweiler) mémère’s pride...
Sylvia Clair Ensley Smithwick
Aug 27, 2026
Sylvia Clair Ensley Smithwick, passed away on Thursday August 27, 2026, at her home in Grantsboro. One of five siblings, she was born on November 9, 1937, to Whitehurst and Goldie Ensley of Scott Town.
Sylvia graduated from Pamlico County High School in 1955 and shortly after began working at Cherry Point as a civilian employee. After her daughters were born,...
Jayde Mikal Wainwright
Aug 15, 2026
Jayde, 30, passed away on the 15th of August 2026, far too soon, leaving behind a world that will never be quite the same without her.
Jayde was the kind of person who could make you laugh when you didn’t feel like smiling. She was funny, full of life, and had a huge heart. She loved deeply and cared about people...
Jack Robert Lee
Aug 15, 2026
Mr. Jack Robert Lee, 97, of Arapahoe, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at his home.
Jack was a devoted member of Bethany Christian Church, where he faithfully served for many years as a deacon and church treasurer. His faith was an important part of his life, and he gave generously of his time, talents, and resources to support...
Johny Bert Armstrong, Jr.
Aug 15, 2026
Johny Bert Armstrong, Jr., born December 11, 1955, passed away surrounded by the love of those who meant the most to him.
Johny was a difficult man at times, full of opinions and never one to shy away from saying exactly what he thought. But beneath that tough exterior was a man who loved deeply, worked incredibly hard, and would do...
Lewis Daniel Frazier
Aug 8, 2026
Lewis Daniel Frazier passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026. He was a cherished husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. His strength, commitment, loyalty, determination, and wit will be deeply missed.
Lewis was born on March 11, 1929 to Robert Ira, Jr. and Carrie Hoyle Frazier in Franklin County, North Carolina. As the second born out of six...
Gordon A.C. Lewis
Aug 7, 2026
Gordon A.C. Lewis, 95, of Camp Jo Jane, passed away peacefully at his home on August 7, 2026.
Gordon was a dedicated and hardworking man who took great pride in caring for his family. He loved being near the water and spent countless hours enjoying the boat and the beach alongside the love of his life, his beloved wife, Pat.
Gordon and...
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