Obituaries

Nov 6, 2023

Tracey Burrows Newhouse, age 49, of Oriental, NC, passed away on November 6, 2023. She was born on September 25, 1974, in Twentynine Palms, CA, to Ron and Sue Burrows. Tracey was a devoted wife and mother. She is survived by her husband Timothy Newhouse, her children, Connor and Emily Newhouse, her parents Ron and Sue Burrows and brother,...

Nov 6, 2023

Betty Jean Mills Sawyer, 88, of Reelsboro passed away Monday, November 6, 2023, at home.

She is a member of Reelsboro Christian Church. She worked 20+ years as a nursing assistant at Craven Regional Medical Center before working multiple years in private home care.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Sawyer;...

Nov 4, 2023

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Edward Stephen Pipkin, III, 75 of Reelsboro passed away Saturday, November 4, 2023, at his home in Newton, NC.

Co-owner of E.S. Pipkin Jr. & Sons Logging and P & W Trucking, he enjoyed his time in the woods. He enjoyed time spent with family and friends. He was known for being...

Nov 2, 2023

Michael J. Nord, age 82, a long-time resident of the Oriental, North Carolina area, passed away on November 2, 2023.  He was born in Oregon and was one of two children born to Alice (nee Dahlgren) and Emil Nord.  After receiving his BA from Gustavus Adolphus College, he then earned his MA from University of Pittsburgh.

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Nov 2, 2023

Robert Frederick Moen, 57, of Aurora passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

A proud marine, Robert retired from the U.S. Marine Corps. He was an amazing husband, father, and friend. He was hardworking, always able to fix or accomplish anything he set his mind to.

Robert was preceded in death by...

Oct 28, 2023

Ellis Whitford Cowell, Jr., 56, of Alliance, passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023, at home surrounded by his family.

Ellis Jr., retired from the N.C. Ferry Division where he worked as a diesel mechanic.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ellis Cowell, Sr. and significant other, Deloris Lockey.

He is survived...

Oct 25, 2023

Catherine Harper Potter, 96, went home to be with our Lord Wednesday, October 25th, 2023. She was born November 23rd, 1926 to Daniel and Tamsey Harper.

Catherine was preceded in death by her loving husband of 69 years, Rex Potter Sr. as well as three sisters and one brother. She was a loving Mother and Granny to...

Oct 24, 2023

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Gina Marie French Brannon, 38, of New Bern, NC went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Born May 17, 1985, Gina was full of life and a free spirit. Known to make a craft, strike a pose, do a dance, or sing a song.

Gina adored her daughter,...

Oct 19, 2023

Judith “Judy” Hancock, 62, of Arapahoe, NC, passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at Vidant Medical Center following a stroke.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Roy Elton Hancock, Jr., of Pamlico County, NC and parents, Charles and Rita Mackey of Buckhannon, WV.

Judy is survived by her sons, James “Jimmy” Veith...

Oct 17, 2023

Guy Linwood Edwards, II, 94, of Reelsboro passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

He is a member of Broad Creek Christian Church.

He is survived by his wife, Janise Edwards; son, Guy Edwards, III; daughter, Gwendolyn Marie Edwards Johnson (Louis “Carl”); sister, Bethel Tyson; grandchildren, Rebekah McIlwee (Carter) and Zachary Edwards;...

Oct 12, 2023

Donna Canady Sandvig, 71, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Donna was born January 25, 1952, and raised in New Bern, North Carolina. Donna graduated high school in 1970 and her passion for cosmetology became a lifelong successful career as a hair stylist. Donna and Glenn’s extraordinary 53-year love story...

Oct 9, 2023

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Grace Truman McIntosh Allen, 84 of Williamston, NC, formerly of Arapahoe, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023, at The Carrolton of Williamston.

She was a long-time member of Grantsboro Church of God. Affectionately known as “Granny Grace”, she will be remembered for her genuine compassion and generous heart to everyone she met....

Oct 9, 2023

Christopher Douglas Smith, September 4, 1986 – October 9, 2023

Christopher “Chris” Douglas Smith, 37, of Silver Hill passed away suddenly on Monday, October 9, 2023, in Charlotte, NC.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Jesse and Deane Miller; paternal grandparents, Lonnie Douglas Smith, Sr. and Sally White Smith; and paternal uncle,...

Oct 8, 2023

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Barbara Ann Lewis Roelle, 76, of Aurora passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023, at home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Ann Toler Lewis and Bryan Lewis; brothers, Alton Lewis, Sr. and Donald Lewis; sister, Bertha Rowe; and daughter, Jo Ann Storey.

She is survived by her...

Oct 7, 2023

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Kathy Dianne Armstrong Toler, 66, of Alliance, NC, passed away Saturday, October 7, 2023, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Doris Armstrong and brothers, James Lee “Joe Tom” Armstrong, Bobby Gene Armstrong, William Harold “Harry” Armstrong, and Gary Wayne Armstrong.

She is...

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...