Obituaries
Walton Oswald Williams, Jr.
May 1, 2026
Walton Oswald Williams, Jr., 59, of Bayboro, NC, passed away peacefully at his home on May 1, 2026.
Oswald was raised in the Hobucken Community Church, where he developed the values of kindness, humility, and faith that would guide him throughout his life. He spent his life doing what he loved most – working as a commercial fisherman. The water was...
David Matthew Filipiak
Apr 26, 2026
We deeply miss our loving, caring, sweet, smart and handsome son and brother, David. David captivated everyone’s attention and lit up the room with his beautiful smile. We lost David after a valiant two year battle with cancer. We called him our Warrior because he never gave up, fighting until the very end.
David was born in Smithtown, New York, but...
Iris Ruth Keel Dixon
Apr 25, 2026
Iris Ruth Keel Dixon, 101, of Grantsboro, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ray T. Dixon, Sr. and her cherished great-grandson, Damian Ray Nobles.
Iris leaves behind a large and loving family who will cherish her memory. She is survived by her children, Linda Cunio, Martha Banks (Charles), Ray...
Melba Kay Paul
Apr 22, 2026
Melba Kay Paul, 79, of Oriental, NC passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026, at Grantsbrook Nursing & Rehab Center.
Born with a strong spirit and a heart full of faith, Melba lived a life rooted in her deep Christian beliefs and unwavering devotion to her family. She was known for her warmth, her work ethic, and a “spicy” personality that...
Richard Elbert Stephenson
Apr 21, 2026
Richard Elbert Stephenson, 92, of Hobucken, NC, passed away on April 21, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, Richard went on to dedicate 33-1/2 years of faithful service to Civil Service at Cherry Point before his well-earned retirement. He was a man who believed in hard work, lifelong learning, and finding joy in the everyday moments.
Richard...
Linda Meis Sanders
Apr 19, 2026
Linda Meis Sanders, 71, of Florence, NC, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on April 19, 2026, at Grantsbrook Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Grantsboro, NC. Born in Wichita, KS, on May 10, 1954, she was the eldest daughter of seven children to Lawrence and Mildred Meis.
Linda is preceded in death by both of her parents; her loving husband of...
Birdie Mae Clifton Potter
Apr 19, 2026
Birdie Mae Clifton Potter, 87, of Bayboro, NC, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, April 19, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 5, 1938, in Deep Lake, Florida, she was the daughter of the late Edith and Clyde Clifton. Birdie was a woman whose life was marked by unwavering kindness, a sharp wit, and a deep...
Lee Andrew Willis, Jr.
Apr 17, 2026
Lee Andrew Willis, Jr., 84, of Raleigh, passed away peacefully at UNC Memorial Hospital in Chapel Hill on Friday, April 17, 2026.
Born on February 19, 1942, at Saint Luke’s Hospital in New Bern, NC to Lee Andrew Willis, Sr., and Ruth Sadler Willis.
Lee was raised in Bayboro and graduated from Pamlico County High School, attended North Carolina State University and...
Mary Magdalene Roberson Davis
Apr 14, 2026
Mary Magdalene Roberson Davis, 87, of Stonewall, NC, passed away peacefully at her home on April 14, 2026.
A woman of deep faith and quiet strength, Mary was a lifelong and devoted member of Maranatha Baptist Church, where she found great joy, comfort, and fellowship among her beloved church family.
Born and raised in the Pactolus community of Pitt County, she carried...
Ruth Muse Midyette
Apr 14, 2026
Ruth Muse Midyette, 92, of Bayboro, passed away peacefully at her son’s home in Reelsboro, surrounded by the love of her family.
Ruth was a devoted and faithful member of New Hope Christian Church, where she worshipped for many years and built lasting friendships rooted in her strong faith. When not involved in a church related project, she found comfort and...
Eston Sherrill Styron
Apr 11, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eston “Sherrill” Styron, who died peacefully at CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern, NC, on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the age of 83.
Born June 25, 1942, and raised with brothers C.H. and Clyde Styron in Hobucken, NC, Sherrill was a man of deep faith, unwavering character, and quiet...
Bruce Alexander McAskill
Apr 4, 2026
Bruce A. McAskill, 77, of the Fairfield Harbor community, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
Born on August 13, 1948, in Newport, Rhode Island, Bruce was the son of the late Francis R. McAskill and Joan M. Park. A man of honor, dedication, and service, he devoted 24 years of his life to protecting and serving...
Clifton "Pete" Earl Gaskill, Sr.
Apr 1, 2026
Clifton Earl Gaskill, Sr. “Pete” 76, of Grantsboro, NC, passed away at his home on April 1, 2026.
Pete spent his life dedicated to the commercial fishing industry and to the waters he loved so dearly. As the owner and operator of Gaskill Seafood Inc., he built not only a business, but a legacy rooted in hard work, resilience, and a...
Evelyn "Kay" Batson Weary
Mar 28, 2026
Evelyn Kay Batson Weary, 77, of Grantsboro passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026, at home.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ellis and Vera Batson.
Kay is a beloved mother and granny. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest blessing in life, and she cherished every moment spent with them.
She is survived by her loving children, Jennifer Cesal (Andy), Wayne...
Marilyn Joan Hanson Ryder
Mar 26, 2026
Marilyn Joan (Hanson) Ryder passed peacefully on March 26, 2026, at age 92. Born in Malden, MA the 6th child of the late Thurlow and Wilhelmina (Anderson) Hanson. Marilyn was raised by her mother. Most of her childhood was in the Boston area, before a move to Harwich to complete High School. Marilyn graduated from Harwich High School in 1951...
James "Jimmy" Edward Ragan, III
Mar 26, 2026
James “Jimmy” Edward Ragan, III, 84, of Oriental, NC, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at his home in Oriental, NC.
Born on July 21, 1941, in New Bern, NC to James Edward Ragan, Jr. and Sue Sanders Ragan.
Jimmy graduated from Pamlico County High School, North Carolina State University, and later, the University of Baltimore School of Law. He married...
Patricia “Patsy” Bayliss Cross
Mar 25, 2026
Patricia “Patsy” Bayliss Cross, 73, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
Patsy and her husband, Ed, spent many cherished years in Vandemere before making their home in Minnesott Beach. She was a member of Vandemere United Methodist Church for many years. Patsy had a gift for making connections – she never met a stranger, and...
Christine Edwards Cahoon
Mar 16, 2026
Christine Edwards Cahoon, 91, of Grantsboro, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at Kitty Askins Hospice Care in Goldsboro, NC.
Beginning in 1956, she co-owned and operated Cahoon True Value Hardware alongside her husband, Alfred E. Cahoon, devoting many years of hard work and care to the business.
Christine was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Cahoon; parents, Ray &...
Martha "Diane" Sadler Tompkins
Mar 14, 2026
Martha Diane Sadler Tompkins, 78, of Hobucken, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 14, 2026, surrounded by family.
Diane was a devoted woman of faith and a longtime member of Hobucken Methodist Church, now known as Hobucken Community Church. For more than 20 years, she faithfully served as the church pianist, sharing her musical gift and bringing comfort and...
Margaret Newton Rose
Mar 4, 2026
Margaret Newton Rose, 89, of Vandemere, NC, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, at the Gardens of Pamlico in Grantsboro.
Margaret was a devoted member of Mt. Zion Original Free Will Baptist Church, where she faithfully served her church family in many capacities over the years. She was a member of the pastoral board, served on the decorating committee, and...
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