Obituaries
Louella Darlene Powless
Oct 28, 2026
Louella Darlene Bozman (Giardello) Powless, 65, passed away at Grantsbrook Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility. She had made her home in Aurora, North Carolina, for the past two years.
Louella’s life began with challenges, but she never allowed the hardships of her early years to define her. Instead, she chose to make the most of each day, greeting the world with a...
William "Billy" Harold Cahoon
Oct 25, 2026
William “Billy” Harold Cahoon, 92, of Grantsboro, was received into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on October 25, 2026, at River Point Crest Nursing Facility. A man who loved his family, took pride in his work, enjoyed life on the water, and making his own wine, Billy leaves behind a lifetime of memories and plenty of stories to...
Linda "Diane" Parker Triplett
Oct 24, 2026
Linda Diane Parker Triplett, 55, passed away peacefully at her home in Bridgeton on Saturday, October 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Diane had a loving heart, a gentle spirit, and a special way of making the people around her feel loved. Above all else, she treasured her family, and being a wife, mother, and Mimi brought her some of...
Gerard "Jerry" Patrick Keenan
Oct 18, 2026
Gerard “Jerry” Patrick Keenan, 81, of New Bern, NC passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Jerry was born on September 19, 1945. In Paterson, NJ to the late Leo and Gloria Cordisco Keenan.
The oldest of 3 boys, Jerry had a unique sense of humor at a young age, playing jokes on his father and siblings. His jokes have been...
Johnie Tolson Bender
Oct 18, 2026
Johnie Tolson Bender passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Born in 1948, Johnie was a man who never met a stranger and had a remarkable gift for making everyone around him smile. With his quick wit, wonderful sense of humor, and larger-than-life personality, he could brighten even the ordinary...
Jere Bunting, III
Oct 18, 2026
Jere Bunting III, age 75, of New Bern, NC passed away peacefully Sunday October 18, 2026, after a years-long battle with cancer.
Born on August 27, 1951, in Richmond, VA to parents Rev. Jere Bunting Jr. and Catharine Jones Bunting, he will be remembered for his love of music and dancing, his infectious laugh, and his enjoyment of family and friends....
Jennifer Lee May Scales
Oct 15, 2026
Jennifer Lee Scales was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She lived a life defined by love, kindness, generosity, and a genuine joy in serving others.
Jennifer had a servant’s heart and found her greatest happiness in making others feel loved and cared for. Whether volunteering her time, lending a helping hand,...
William David Smith
Oct 15, 2026
William David Smith, a beloved brother, uncle, cousin, and friend was born on February 15, 1949, in New Bern, NC and passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026. He was the treasured son of William and (Mary) Evelyn Smith, who have since passed on.
Growing up in Craven County, David attended New Bern High School in the mid 1960s. Although he...
Anthony "Tony" Paul Kowalski
Oct 11, 2026
Anthony “Tony” P. Kowalski, passed away suddenly on October 11, 2026. He was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin to Lois Francis Kowalski and Gerald Leon Kowalski.
Tony was a kind soul who loved animals, especially his dog Bob. He has resided in North Carolina for the last 30 years.
He is preceded in death by his brothers, John (passed in December 2025), and...
Georgella "Georgie" Margaret Zetterower Williams
Oct 11, 2026
Georgella Margaret “Georgie” Zetterower Williams, 83, passed away peacefully at her home in Reelsboro, NC, on October 11, 2026. Georgie was truly a special lady whose gentle spirit, generous heart, unwavering faith, and unconditional love touched the lives of everyone blessed enough to know her. She was the kind of person who made the world a little brighter simply by...
Angela Rose Voliva Jenkins
Oct 8, 2026
Angela Rose Voliva Jenkins passed away on October 8, 2026, in Vandemere, North Carolina. She will be remembered as a devoted family member and a deeply religious woman whose faith was an important part of her life.
Angela loved her family dearly, and the bonds she shared with those closest to her were among the greatest blessings of her life. Her...
John Wesley Grimsley, Jr.
Oct 2, 2026
John Wesley Grimsley Jr., 80, of Grantsboro, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, October 2, 2026.
John was a man of strong faith who was raised with Christian values and carried those beliefs with him throughout his life. He was a devoted member of New Bethlehem Free Will Baptist Church.
John was a hardworking man who believed in doing a...
Enrique J. Paula
Sep 27, 2026
Enrique J. Paula, 94, of Oriental, North Carolina, passed away September 27, 2026, peacefully surrounded by family. Born March 18, 1932, in Havana, Cuba, Enrique lived a life marked by devotion to those he loved, courage and enterprise.
Enrique was predeceased by his first wife, Olga F. Paula. Together, they raised their three sons, who survive them – Henry (Paula), Fred...
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....
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