Obituaries
Annette Flowers West
Nov 8, 2026
Annette Flowers West, 86, of Trent Woods, NC passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2026. Annette was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Charles Franklin West; her parents, Jesse Flowers and Viola Aldridge Flowers; four sisters, Jessie Whorton Casey, Adilene Stancill, Doris Zendzian and Faye Robbins; her grandson, Charles F....
Francine Brinson Kitchin
Nov 6, 2026
Francine “Fran” Brinson Kitchin, 78, of Grantsboro, North Carolina, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026.
Fran was born on August 25, 1948, in Pamlico County, North Carolina, to the late Charles Franklin Brinson, Sr. and Nina Bray Brinson.
Above all else, Fran treasured her family. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were the center of her world, and she took great pride...
Linda Sue Bennett
Oct 31, 2026
Linda Sue Bennett, 80, of Pamlico County, North Carolina, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Born and raised in Pamlico County, Linda later moved to Suffolk, Virginia, where she spent many years before eventually returning to her North Carolina roots, making Pamlico County her home once again.
Linda was one of only nine graduates of the Highsmith-Rainey Memorial School of Nursing's...
Jackie Cooper Sawyer
Oct 31, 2026
Jackie Cooper Sawyer, 74, of Reelsboro, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at CarolinaEast Medical Center on Saturday, October 31,2026, surrounded by his loving family, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on July 6,1952, in Alliance, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Daniel and Goldie Sawyer.
A lifelong member of the Reelsboro community, he spent 25 years working at...
Elizabeth "Ann" Franklin Stackhouse
Oct 28, 2026
In Loving Memory of Elizabeth Ann Stackhouse
A Life of Love, Compassion, Service, and Devotion
Elizabeth Ann Stackhouse, lovingly known as Ann, and formerly known as Ann Silver born September 30, 1952 passed away on October 28, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, cherished memories, and a legacy of compassion and service that will continue to touch countless lives.
Ann was a...
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...
Christin Steen Long
Oct 25, 2026
Christin Steen Long, 49, of Oriental, North Carolina, passed away on October 25, 2026.
She is survived by her husband, Ronald E. York Jr.; and father, Mitchell Steen.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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...
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...
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