Obituaries

Linda Brown Zielinski

Linda Brown Zielinski

Jan 22, 2025

Linda Marie Zielinski, of Oriental, North Carolina, passed away on January 21, 2025, at the age of 78.

Born April 6, 1946, in Bay Shore, NY, Linda was the youngest of three children of William and Marie Brown.

After graduating from SUNY Oneonta, Linda moved to New Paltz, NY with her son Christopher. She worked...

Gary Spruill Harrison

Gary Spruill Harrison

Jan 18, 2025

Gary Spruill Harrison, 85, of Alliance passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at home.

Gary retired from the U.S. Navy – TDC after 20 years of service. He then owned and operated Marine Electronics and TV Repair for many years. A true passion for golf, he was past president and board member of Minnesott Golf & Country...

Eleanor Armstrong Harrell

Eleanor Armstrong Harrell

Jan 18, 2025

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Eleanor Adams Armstrong Harrell, 81, of Trent Woods passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Eleanor was a giving person. Her life from the beginning was always to help others in finding ways around a problem and to move forward. Her door was always open to anyone in need,...

Malcolm "Randy" Randolph Jones

Malcolm "Randy" Randolph Jones

Jan 11, 2025

Malcom Randolph “Randy” Jones, 51, of Grantsboro passed away peacefully Saturday, January 11, 2025, at home.

Randy worked with Trader Construction at Nutrien, Aurora until his health declined. He’s a member of both Reelsboro Pentecostal Holiness Church and Grantsboro Church of God. He will be remembered for the immense love he had for his children.

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Trudy Fay White

Trudy Fay White

Jan 7, 2025

In the comforts of her own home, Trudy White passed away peacefully January 7, 2025, following a yearlong battle with cancer. Trudy Fay Jordan was born March 2, 1963 in Newport News, Virginia.

As a graduate of Kecoughtan High school, Trudy remained in the Hampton Roads area for decades to come. She enjoyed riding horses and creating...

Lillie Mae Pegram

Lillie Mae Pegram

Jan 6, 2025

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Lillie Mae Barker Pegram, 86, of Bayboro passed away Monday, January 6, 2025, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Lillie Mae is a member of Washington Church of God of Prophecy but was recently attending Bridgeton Pentecostal Holiness Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Pegram, Sr.; her parents,...

Jennifer Chance Spencer

Jennifer Chance Spencer

Jan 5, 2025

Jennifer Paige Chance Spencer (January 30, 1974- January 5, 2025)

With great sadness we announce the passing of Jennifer Paige Chance Spencer of Alliance, North Carolina. She passed peacefully Sunday morning, January 5, 2025 in Carolina East Medical Center. Jennifer was born in Selma, Alabama, but spent most of her life in Alliance.

Born in...

Richard "Kevin" Kevin Wall

Richard "Kevin" Kevin Wall

Jan 1, 2025

Richard Kevin Wall, 59, of Grantsboro passed away peacefully, Wednesday, January 1, 2025, at home.

A loving soul, Kevin was a member of New Bethlehem FWB Church.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Shelby “Chris” Wall; and his beloved brother, Russell “Rusty” Timothy Wall.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory...

William "Frankie" Franklin Ormond

William "Frankie" Franklin Ormond

Dec 26, 2024

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William Franklin Ormond,76, of Minnesott Beach. Frank left this world to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at home, surrounded by the ones who loved him the most, his daughter, his wife, and his faithful furry friend, Scooter.

Frankie retired from PCS Phosphate with 36 years of...

Jeffery Isaac Watkin

Jeffery Isaac Watkin

Dec 24, 2024

September 1954-December 24, 2024

Jeff Watkin, 70 of Minnesott Beach, NC passed away unexpectedly on December 24, 2024 leaving a heartbroken wife, friends, neighbors, colleagues and a loving family, especially his wife, Martine.

He had so much of life yet to live.

Jeff worked with his family’s electrical contractor business, IWCO, where he...

Thomas "Ernie" I. Ensley

Thomas "Ernie" I. Ensley

Dec 20, 2024

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Ernie Ensley, 65, of New Bern, passed away unexpectedly on December 20, 2024, due to a brain aneurysm, leaving in his wake legions of heartbroken friends, neighbors, colleagues and a loving family, especially his mother, Jackie, who just celebrated her 98th birthday. He had so much of life yet to live.

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Mavis Powell Williams

Mavis Powell Williams

Dec 19, 2024

Mavis Powell Williams of Arapahoe got to look upon her Saviors face for the first time on December 19, 2024, at the age of 88.

A Godly woman, she was a member of Goose Creek Pentecostal Holiness Church. Alongside her husband, Jack, they opened and operated Williams Seafood in Arapahoe. Mavis’s love and devotion to her family...

Mildred Purifoy Riggs

Mildred Purifoy Riggs

Dec 17, 2024

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Mildred Marie Purifoy Riggs, 91, of Reelsboro, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at her home.

Mildred was a devoted faithful wife to her husband, Ernest Lee Riggs, for 70 years.  She and Ernest had three children. She was a loving and caring mother to each of them as well...

Fred Dennis Kedjierski

Fred Dennis Kedjierski

Dec 7, 2024

Fred Dennis Kedjierski, 81, of Oriental passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

He attended Stonewall Methodist Church.

Fred leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 56 years, Bonnie Kedjierski; sons, Jeremy Kedjierski of Merritt and Andrew Kedjierski and wife, Karen, of Tarpon Springs, FL; brothers, Dennis Fred Kedjierski (Carol...

Brent D. Stowe

Brent D. Stowe

Dec 4, 2024

Brent D. Stowe, 62, of Grantsboro passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Grantsbrook Nursing and Rehab Center.

Brent is a member of Silver Hill Christian Church. He worked with various furniture stores throughout his career. After retiring, he spent countless hours volunteering with the Pamlico County Heritage Center where he served in a multitude of capacities....

Paul Ronald Yurko, Jr.

Paul Ronald Yurko, Jr.

Dec 2, 2024

Paul R. Yurko, Jr., 61, of Arapahoe passed away at home with family following an extended illness.

Paul was a commercial fisherman for most of his life, working as a lobsterman in New Jersey, until 1992 when he relocated to North Carolina to work as a crabber. An avid hunter and fisherman, Paul was happiest on the...

Donna Marie Vasquez

Donna Marie Vasquez

Nov 30, 2024

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Doran Lee Sadler

Doran Lee Sadler

Nov 28, 2024

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Doran Lee Sadler, 70, of Hobucken passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Doran's love of the water led to his lifelong career as a commercial fisherman. He took great pleasure in spending time on his boat. He will be fondly remembered as a devoted husband, a caring father,...

Phillip Stephen Scott

Phillip Stephen Scott

Nov 26, 2024

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Phillip “Phil” Stephen Scott, 74, of Reelsboro passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Phillip graduated from Pamlico County High School in 1968 and attended North Carolina State University.

A faithful Christian, he is a member of New Bethlehem Free Will Baptist Church where he was the...

Evelyn Briley Miller

Evelyn Briley Miller

Nov 26, 2024

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Evelyn Briley Miller, 91, of Bayboro passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at The Gardens of Pamlico.

A faithful Christian, she has been a member of Bayboro Baptist Church since 1966 serving many roles throughout the years to include past president of WMU, Sunday school teacher, choir member, chairperson for the Lottie...