Obituaries

Jun 18, 2025

Gregory “Greg” Wayne Mooningham, 57, of Bayboro, NC, passed away Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Greg was a man who lived life with passion, kindness, and a deep love for both people and animals. A dedicated Tennessee Walking Horse trainer, he poured his heart into his work at Fulcher’s Red Fox Stables, where he trained numerous world champion...

Jun 15, 2025

Deborah “Debbie” Malinowski Favinger, 70, of Merritt, NC formerly of Trappe, MD passed away Sunday, June 15, 2025, at her home.

Debbie was preceded in death by her parents, John and Barbara Malinowski.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory her husband of 46 years, Patrick “Pat” J. Favinger; children, Greg and Tim Favinger and Rachael Swift; grandchildren, Andrea, Jake, Johnny, and...

Jun 13, 2025

Bruce MacDonald Brown

January 9, 1931 – June 13, 2025

Bruce MacDonald Brown of Merritt, North Carolina, formerly of Raleigh, passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2025, at the age of 94. He was born in Ardmore, Pennsylvania on January 9, 1931, to Colin Campbell Brown and Harriett Parcells Brown. Most of his early years were spent in the Philadelphia...

Jun 13, 2025

Judith “Judy” Ballard Brown, 76, of Hobucken, NC, passed away on June 13, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center surrounded by the love of her family.

A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Judy was a member of Lowland Church of Christ. Her greatest joy was found in caring for and spending time with her beloved children and grandchildren – a role...

Jun 8, 2025

Dr. Marc Anthony Willi of Oriental, passed away on June 8th, 2025 at CarolinaEast Medical Center. To honor his wishes, no services will be announced. 

Jun 1, 2025

David Ray White, 67, passed away at his home in Trent Woods, NC, on Sunday, June 1, 2025, after a courageous 2½-year battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Born on October 20, 1957, in New Bern, NC, he was the beloved son of the late Frances Ernestine McCotter White and Willie Oscar White, Sr.

Known affectionately as “Buddy” to his family, David...

May 30, 2025

Danny Lee Baker, age 82 of Oriental, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on May 30, 2025 in the care of Pruitt Hospice. He is predeceased by his beloved “children” Demi and Patchy, his two Doberman dogs. He is survived by his loving wife, Joy Carawan Baker; his half-brother, Bob Baker of Walla Walla, Washington; and his...

May 21, 2025

Tom Lathrop’s Memorial & Celebration of Life is Sunday, 3p, at the Lathrop family home, 1101 Yardarm Drive in Oriental.

Tom was a husband to Liz, the love of his life. Father to Mark and Tim, a Navy veteran, and engineer and a boat designer/builder.

All are welcome to attend.

May 13, 2025

Robert Osborne West, Jr. (Buddy by ones close to him) left this earth on May 13, 2025, surrounded by his wife of 46 years, Tina West of the home, and his immediate family.

Robert loved his daughters, Lorna Neal of Maine with grandchildren, Ethan and Alyssa Neal, daughter, Stacy West of Craven County and granddaughter, Ivy Hardison;...

May 7, 2025

James “Jim” Frederick Schneider, 85, of Oriental passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at home.

Jim retired from the Union as a carpenter and is a U.S. Marine veteran.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James H. & Mabel Schneider and sister, Joan Sparling.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory...

Apr 23, 2025

View Funeral Webcast

Kathy Jo Lupton Barton, 67, of Bridgeton passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Crystal Coast Hospice House.

A beloved homemaker, Kathy devoted her life to nurturing her family. She embodied the role of mother and grandmother, radiating love and providing unwavering strength to her children. She took immense pride in supporting...

Apr 22, 2025

Gladys Caraway Barbour, 86, of Beaufort N.C passed away April 22, 2025 unexpectedly at Carteret General Hospital. Gladys was born in Whortonsville, N.C. at the family home on June 5, 1938, to William Joshua Caraway and Senie Mason Caraway. She was the youngest of seven children.

Gladys is preceded in death by her parents William Joshua Caraway...

Apr 20, 2025

View Funeral Webcast

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert “Robby” Francis McCotter, Jr. on Sunday, April 20th, at age 68, Robby unexpectedly passed in his beloved home in Vandemere, NC.

Robby was born on April 12th, 1957, in New Bern to Robert “Bobby” and Thelma McCotter. Upon graduating from...

Apr 13, 2025

Born in Arapahoe, NC on December 21, 1938, to Eva Smithwick and Howard Smithwick. Jack graduated from Havelock High School in 1957 where he spent his high school years playing football, baseball and basketball for the school. He then served in the US Army for four years, where he also played baseball for the Army. After serving 4 years...

Apr 6, 2025

Robert “Bob” E. Edwards, a resident of Barre Town, Vermont, passed away on April 6, 2025, while wintering in New Bern, NC. Bob was born February 6, 1943, at Southampton Hospital, Southampton, NY., the youngest son of the late Clifford C. Edwards and Frances E. Edwards.  He was delivered by his Great Uncle, David Edwards MD. In his youth...

Mar 27, 2025

View Funeral Webcast

William Bradford Simeon, 38, of Vandemere passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025, in a motor vehicle accident.

Brad was a member of Forks of the Creek Hunting Club. The joys in his life were his children, hunting, and fishing.

Those left to cherish his memory are children, Bryson and Cheyenne...

Mar 27, 2025

Anina Coffman Sittenauer, 74, of Fairfield Harbor passed away peacefully Thursday, March 27, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Michael Sittenauer.

Anina leaves behind to cherish her memory her son, Ryan Grubaugh (Ashley); granddaughter, Isabella; and brother, Christopher Coffman.

She loved the color purple, her vinyl records, jewelry, her...

Mar 25, 2025

Daniel “Danny” Andrew Miller, 77, of Merritt passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehab Center.

Known to many from his 25-year career with law enforcement, Danny began as a jailer then became a deputy before becoming an officer with marine fisheries. He later returned to the Pamlico County Sheriff’s office as a deputy...

Mar 15, 2025

Dennis Giorgio, 69, of Reelsboro passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Pruitt Health Nursing Center.

Dennis was a volunteer firefighter with Reelsboro VFD, a member of PARS (Pamlico Amateur Radio Society), and Colonial Capital Rods and Classics.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Mario and Rita Giorgio.

He leaves behind...

Mar 14, 2025

Orell V. Rowe, 93, of New Bern, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025, at The Home Place of New Bern.

O.V., as he was known to his family and friends, was a caring husband and father.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Betty, who he affectionally called “Honey”.

...