Obituaries

Feb 24, 2024

Celia Johnson Ellis, of Aurora, North Carolina passed from her earthly life to her heavenly home on Saturday, February 24, 2024.

Celia was born on August 29, 1942 the only daughter of Opal (Tetterton) Johnson and Decator Johnson. Celia is survived by her husband of 56 years, Thomas Ellis of Aurora, NC; brother Walter (Lynne) Johnson; numerous...

Feb 22, 2024

Matthew Collins Salerno, known as “Matt” to his friends and family, passed away on February 22, 2024, in Trinidad. Matt was born on December 29, 1972, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to Shelia and Lawrence Salerno.

A graduate of Wilton High School in 1991, Matt furthered his education at Craven Community College, where he earned an Associate of Applied...

Feb 21, 2024

Regina Wilkes White, 69, of Reelsboro passed away Wednesday, February 22, 20224, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

Regina was a member of Reelsboro Pentecostal Holiness Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Linwood William White.

Those left to cherish her memory are her brother, Larry James Wilkes (Darlene); sisters, Kay Marler and...

Feb 21, 2024

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Mack Scott Brinson was born on June 27, 1939, at the Sally Field house in Arapahoe, North Carolina. He was a member of United Church of Christ of Paradise Hills, California. He passed from this earth on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, in Hayward, California where he received exemplary care for more than 9 years...

Feb 16, 2024

Sharon Kemp Whitford, age 67, departed this earthly life on Friday, February 16, 2024 at CarolinaEast Medical Center, New Bern, NC. She left her loved ones with the assurance of her eternal life with her Savior.

She was born in Fairfax County, VA, the daughter of Clayton and Jean Soria Kemp.

Sharon attended VPI &...

Feb 13, 2024

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Kelly Wayne Corbett, 42, of Bridgeton passed away Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Kelly’s most cherished role in life was that of father. While he was stern in most ways with his children, his love and support were unparalleled. Kelly was dedicated and meticulous with his...

Feb 10, 2024

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Damian Ray Nobles, 22, of Bayboro, NC died Saturday, February 10, 2024.  He was a 2020 graduate of Pamlico County High School in Bayboro, NC.

The funeral service will be conducted on Thursday, February 15th at 2:00pm in the Daniels-Sadler Funeral Home Chapel in Alliance, NC with Rev. Ray Lewis officiating.  Burial...

Feb 7, 2024

Nita Zongker Peele, 81, of Grantsboro passed away Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

A woman of faith, she was a member of Word Fellowship Church. Nita worked as a hair stylist for many years at Nita’s Beauty Salon in Aurora and Nell’s Hairstyling in New Bern.

Nita will be deeply missed by...

Feb 7, 2024

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Beverly Bland Holton lived out her life working and serving her family all to the glory of the Lord! On February 7, 2024, Beverly (Mrs. “B”) found rest after her long battle with cancer. Beverly passed peacefully at home with her husband and family.

Beverly was born in New Bern, NC on...

Jan 23, 2024

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Janice Rose Willis, 76, of Grantsboro passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Kitty Askins Hospice Center in Goldsboro.

She worked with the Department of Public Safety Prison Division in Vanceboro before retiring. Janice was a wonderful cook and had a knack for decorating beautifully. “Sister” as known to most, will be...

Jan 21, 2024

Jason “Jay” Albert Morris, Jr., 61, of Stella, formerly of New Bern, passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024.

Jason, Jay, or “Blueberry”, he would answer to all, was a man of great imagination, innovation, and heart. He was born in New Bern, NC and spent his adult life living around eastern North Carolina. He lived his life...

Jan 20, 2024

Cynthia Nobles, age 84, a resident of Mesic, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024, at SECU Hospice House in Smithfield.

She was predeceased by her parents, Owen and Iris Lupton, step-son, Dallas Nobles Sr., and her beloved dog, Jake.

Cynthia loved spending time with her family, and was a loving wife, mother, and nana.

Jan 16, 2024

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Dwight Towns “D.T.” Wilkinson, Jr., 88, of Alliance passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at home.

He retired from U.S. Civil Service-Camp Lejeune after 40+ years of service. His favorite past times were working with wood and travelling to sports games to watch his grandchildren play.

He was preceded in...

Jan 14, 2024

Kenneth (Kenny) Mason, 68, of Oriental passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024.

He will be missed by the many friends he had here in Pamlico County where he attended Pamlico High School and Craven County where he retired from D.O.T. in New Bern. Kenny was sweet, kind, and had a heart of gold and was loved by...

Jan 12, 2024

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Hilda Simpson Brinson, 78, of Arapahoe passed away on Friday, January 12, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.

Hilda worked as a teacher’s assistant for 27 years impacting the lives of children from Fred A. Anderson Elementary School, Arapahoe School, and Arapahoe Charter School. Although her role in the classroom...

Jan 10, 2024

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Martha Gail Dixon Brigman, 72, of Bayboro passed away Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at home.

Gail retired from Pamlico County School System where she was a teacher assistant. She also volunteered for Hospice of Pamlico. She is a member of Pamlico Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her...

Jan 6, 2024

Charles Warren Spruill, Jr., age 74, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on January 6, 2024.

Warren grew up in Oriental and went on to graduate from Atlantic Christian College (now Barton).  He retired from his career as an auditor with NC Department of Revenue and spent most of his retirement back in his beloved...

Jan 5, 2024

FRANCES ELOISE DAVIS, 79 of Hamilton, Virginia passed on Friday, January 5, 2024, in Orange, VA.

Born Saturday, May 20, 1944, in New Bern, North Carolina. A daughter of the late Benjamin F. Lamm and Daisy Mae Hardison.

She was predeceased by her Husband Russell E. Davis, Jr. in 1994.

She was employed...

Jan 2, 2024

Glenda Jean Robinson Carawan, 67, of Bayboro passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

She loved playing pool and singing karaoke.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Idell Robinson.

She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Henry Carawan, Sr.; her father, Daniel Robinson; sons, Henry “David”...

Dec 29, 2023

Norine Dandridge Richter, 92, of Grantsboro, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023, at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehab Center surrounded by family.

A woman of faith, she attended New Life Praise & Worship until her health declined. Her legacy of generosity and compassion for her eight children will forever be remembered.

Norine was preceded in death...