Obituaries

Jul 14, 2023

David Michael Knoll

June 10, 1962 – July 14, 2023

On Friday, July 14, 2023, David Michael Knoll fell asleep in death at Carolina East Medical Center in New Bern, NC, after a brief and unexpected illness. He was 61 years old.

Dave was born in Richmond, Virginia.  He was the youngest of...

Jul 14, 2023

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Franklin DeWitt Cowell, 85, of Reelsboro, North Carolina passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023.  He was born on September 14, 1937 in Bayboro, North Carolina.  He traveled the world with his lifelong military career retiring from the United States Air Force and proudly serving 21 years, 6 months, and 18 days then retired...

Jul 10, 2023

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Carl Timothy “Tim” Brigman, 71, of Bayboro passed away suddenly Monday, July 10, 2023, at home.

Tim retired from PCS Phosphate and most recently worked with Daniels-Sadler Funeral Home. He was a member of Bayboro Masonic Lodge #331 and Pamlico Methodist Church.

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

Jul 9, 2023

Violet Delores Swindell, 53, of Greenville, passed away Sunday, July 9, 2023, at ECU Medical Center-Greenville.

Delores was preceded in death by her parents, Leadrew and Geraldine Swindell, and two brothers, Alton and James Swindell.

She is survived by her sister, Anita Mayo (Perry) of Alliance; two brothers, Keith Swindell of South Carolina and Bobby...

Jul 9, 2023

Rose Marie (Ronnie) Olivia Gates

May 6, 1929-July 9, 2023

Rose Marie (Ronnie) was born in Lackawanna, NY. She was one of four daughters born to Michael and Antionette Perno. A gifted student, Ronnie graduated from high school in only three years. She married Howard P. Gates while he was serving...

Jul 9, 2023

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Victorino Devera, 62, affectionately known as Victor or Vic, departed this world and entered God’s Kingdom on July 9, 2023. He was born November 21, 1960, in Manila, Philippines. Victor was a cherished member of our community who brought joy and laughter wherever he went.

Vic’s commitment to his work was unparalleled....

Jul 6, 2023

Christine Sadler Carter, 76, passed away July 6, 2023, at her home in Silver Hill.

Christine was preceded in death by her parents, Wright and Dorothy Sadler.

She is survived by her son, Fred Sadler; her grandchildren, Crystal Sadler and Fred Sadler, Jr. (fiancé, Nicole); and her three great-grandchildren, Jaxon, Sierra, and Eden.

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Jul 4, 2023

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Baby Girl Armani Elyse Hunnings earned her angel wings on Tuesday, July 4th, 2023, at ECU Health Medical Center, Greenville. She was born May 7, 2023.

Her time on earth was short, but her courage and fight will always be remembered. She is safely home in Heaven.

She is survived...

Jun 30, 2023

Daisy Caroline Duncan, 79, of Bayboro, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 30th, 2023, at her home in Bayboro.

Daisy is preceded in death by her oldest son, Dallas Nobles, and two sisters, Jackie Houston and Margaret Henries.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Mark Nobles of the home; daughter-in-law, Annette Nobles; two...

Jun 28, 2023

John Peter “Jack” Herman, Jr., 88, of Oriental passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville.

He is a member of Oriental First Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his youngest son, Eric Scott Herman; daughter-in-law, Hermoine Salole-Herman; and brothers, Robert and William Herman.

He is...

Jun 23, 2023

Melbie L. Rice, 79, passed away on June 23, 2023, at his home in Alliance, North Carolina after a brief but valiant battle with cancer.

Though Alliance was always Melbie’s home, his early-career work as a dredge operator took him around the world. His adventures included addresses in Al-Jubayl, Saudi Arabia; Nassau, The Bahamas; St. Croix, the...

Jun 23, 2023

Malcolm Phillips Hassell, better known as Bud or Papa, passed away peacefully at home on June 23. He made it home to Glory to be with his love of 58 years, his wife Linda M. Hassell.

Born September 20, 1936, in Washington NC, he was the son of Malcolm Mitchell and Elizabeth Phillips Hassell of Washington NC....

Jun 23, 2023

Lesley Thompson Robinson, 91, of Oriental, passed away Friday, June 23, 2023, at the North Carolina State Veterans Home in Kinston after a short illness.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy “Pat” Robinson; daughter, Judy Rash; and son, Tommy Robinson.

He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Judy Robinson; granddaughter, Michelle Sersland (Dustin);...

Jun 22, 2023

Charles W. Dixon, 79, of New Bern, passed away June 22, 2023. He was born in New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina on June 29, 1943 to the late Charles E. and Lessie (Bennett) Dixon.

Charles entered the United States Marine Corps on August 8, 1960 while living in Akron, Ohio. Charles served three tours of duty...

Jun 19, 2023

James “Jimmy” Lawrence Potter, 75, of Ocracoke, NC, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 19th, 2023, with family by his side.

Jimmy was born July 3, 1947, to Myrtle G. Potter and Hal C. Potter Sr., of Aurora, NC. Jimmy owned and operated Potter Hardware in Aurora for a number of years. After selling the hardware store,...

Jun 12, 2023

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Samuel fue un hombre bueno, gentil y amoroso con sus hijos y hermanos. A Samuel lo caracterizaba su gran alegria y el optimismo con el que veia la vida. Todos lo que lo conocimos nos quedamos con un gran recuerdo de el.

Siemprete recordaremos con tu   overall puesto con tu gran sonrisa...

Jun 9, 2023

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Margaret Louise Mercer Sawyer, 89, of Grantsboro passed away Friday, June 9, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jeff D. Sawyer, Sr.; sisters, Lois McCoy (Newt) and Joyce Riggs.

She is survived by her son, Jeff D. Sawyer, Jr.; daughters, Debbie Arnold, Patricia...

Jun 5, 2023

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Charles “Charlie” William Edwards, 78, of Mesquite, Nevada passed away Monday, June 5, 2023, at St. George Regional Hospital in St. George, Utah.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Cliff Edwards; sister, Ruth Smith; and first wife, Sandy Edwards.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Sherron Edwards of...

Jun 3, 2023

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Johnnie Ivan Toler, 69 of Cayton passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Johnnie graduated from West Craven High School in 1972 and soon after began working at Hatteras Yacht in New Bern NC as a cabinet maker. He worked at Hatteras for 40 years.  He was an exemplary...

Jun 2, 2023

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Michael Wayne Henries, 47, of Stonewall, left this world for his heavenly home Friday, June 2, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones at ECU Health Hospital in Greenville. Better known as “Pookie” to most, he will be greatly missed by many.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Velma...