Obituaries

Sep 26, 2023

Linda Lou Martin Sawyer, 77, of Grantsboro passed away Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at home.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Carroll G. Sawyer and son, Carroll Glenn Sawyer, Jr.

She is survived by two daughters, Lisa Barnard (Arthur) and Angela S. Mitchell; brother, Phillip Martin (Janice); sisters, Evon Diane Locklear and Rebecca...

Sep 26, 2023

In Loving Memory of Buddy Brinson

Buddy Brinson, born Young Ephram Brinson, departed this world on Wednesday, September 26, 2023. As an enrolled member of the Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Nation and a proud descendant of the Nansemond Indian Nation, Buddy's life was a tribute to his rich cultural heritage. He was the beloved son of Horace Brinson...

Sep 26, 2023

Cheryl Carawan Evans, age 60, of Pamlico County. Died peacefully in her home surrounded by family on September 26th 2023. After a short battle with cancer.

Cheryl was born August 6th 1963, in Marathon Florida at the Fisherman’s Hospital. She was the proud daughter of former commercial fisherman, Terry R. Carawan. She is survived by her husband...

Sep 19, 2023

William “Bill” George Broderick, 82, of Hobucken, NC passed away, at CarolinaEast Medical Center on September 19, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ellen Marie Plunkett Broderick.

He is survived by his son and wife, Timothy and Susan Broderick; grandchildren, Melissa (Drew Garnett) and Alex Brodercik (Roxan); great-granddaughter, Freya Broderick; daughter and...

Sep 17, 2023

Joseph “Joe” T. Roatche, Jr., 80, of Vandemere passed away Sunday, September 17, 2023, at home surrounded by family.

A U.S. Army veteran, he retired from C & C Ford in Horsham, PA before relocating to Pamlico County where he was able to enjoy his love of the water. Joe made many friends and spent time conversing...

Sep 12, 2023

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Dorothy Brinson Wayne, 85, of New Bern, formerly of Reelsboro, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Gardens of Trent.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George Wayne; parents, Horace and Virginia Brinson; sister, Patricia Ann Troop; and son, James Clinton Wayne.

She is survived by three sons,...

Sep 9, 2023

Andrew Marcus Gaskill, 39, of Grantsboro, died unexpectedly on Saturday, September 9, 2023.

Marcus was born on October 10, 1983, in Texas. He was a commercial fisherman most of his life and was known by many. He loved spending the majority of his time on the water. He loved his children deeply and they were his pride...

Sep 9, 2023

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Lonnie Grey Toler, 77, of Grantsboro passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023, at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehab Center.

He is survived by his children, Lonnie Grey Griffin, Billy Floyd Toler (Kari), Albert Earl Martin, Joy Hope Toler, and Mary Martin Hopkins (Ed); 19 grandchildren; and 17 great grandchildren.

He was...

Sep 9, 2023

David “Pete” Ipock, 84, of Reelsboro passed away peacefully at CarolinaEast Medical Center, Saturday, September 9, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gentry David Ipock; mother, Ruby Ann Ipock; stepmother, Nala Joy Ipock; sister-in-law, Dora Ipock; and nephew, Dale Ipock.

He is survived by brothers, Eddie Ipock, Ronald Ipock (Diane), and Donald...

Sep 9, 2023

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Sadie Banks Pipkin Holton, 88, of Grantsboro passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

She is a member of Goose Creek Pentecostal Holiness Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Billie Holton; son, Steven Pipkin; four brothers; and six sisters.

She is survived...

Sep 8, 2023

Landon Craig Campbell Jr., 81, of Merritt, NC, formerly of Portsmouth, VA, passed away on Friday, September 8th, 2023.

Craig was born on March 17th, 1942, in Portsmouth VA. After he graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1960, he went on to study Engineering at Virginia Polytechnic Institute, where he was a member of Delta Sigma...

Sep 3, 2023

Richard was an Iron worker for most of his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Modigue and Wanda Mercer, and his brother Norwood Mercer.

He is survived by his sister, Susan Lee (Richard); and many nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to his niece, Elizabeth Hardison and nephew, John Cullember for...

Sep 2, 2023

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It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Cathy Mross on September 2nd, 2023, in Bridgeton, NC. She was born on July 13th, 1969, in New Bern, NC. Cathy was a loving mother to her only daughter, Hanna Mross, and always a fun,...

Sep 2, 2023

Florence was a beautician for over 50 years. Anyone who ever met her loved her. She was a true “piece of gold” and will be greatly missed by all.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mike and Florence Houser, and sister, Mary Houser.

She is survived by her girlfriend/partner, Nancy Hart; son, Bruce...

Aug 31, 2023

Charles Hester Autry, 81, went to his Heavenly home in the late morning of Thursday, August 31, 2023 peacefully while sleeping at home, with his loving wife by his side.

Charles is preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd Hester Autry and Nellie A. Autry, and sister, Louise Autry Bullard.

Charles was born and raised...

Aug 25, 2023

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Albert “Rusty” Kenneth Moore, Sr., 86, of Grantsboro passed away Friday, August 25, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Mr. Rusty is a member of New Bethlehem Free Will Baptist Church, a retired U.S. Army veteran and retired from Bosch Home Appliances.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Judson...

Aug 25, 2023

Margaret Patricia Jacobs Beall, 84, of Grantsboro passed away Friday, August 25, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Mrs. Margaret served the Lord all her life.

She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Barber (Billy); son, Garth Swimm, Jr. (Joyce); sister, Dottie Mack (David); four grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.

A private service will be...

Aug 24, 2023

Winfield Scott Paul, Jr., 70, of Grantsboro passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

He is a Vietnam Veteran and retired from NADEP, Cherry Point. He enjoyed playing golf.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Midgette Paul.

He is survived by his daughter, Jaime Collins (Aaron); brothers,...

Aug 16, 2023

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Frieda Winfrey Hudson passed away (peacefully) shortly after midnight on Wednesday, August 16th after bravely battling through struggles that a catastrophic stroke created more than 15 years prior.

Frieda is survived by her daughters, Nancy Hudson (Chris) and Jessica Hudson Wenzel (Florian); grandchildren, Brayden and Benjamin; brother, Sandy Winfrey (Kathy); nephew, Hank...

Aug 13, 2023

Jody Glenn Tinney, 56, of Hobucken passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023, at home.

Jody worked as a commercial fisherman all his life and enjoyed being on the water. He loved his family dearly and would do anything for them.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Alton and Alvinie Lewis; paternal grandparents,...