Obituaries

Stephanie Ann Futch King

Nov 23, 2022

Beloved daughter, sister, mother, granddaughter, aunt, cousin and friend to all passed away on Wednesday, November 23rd at the age of 41, due to pulmonary complications. She is survived by her son, Ethan King, her parents Renée and Gary Sr. Futch, as well as her brother and sister-in-law, Gary Jr and Jennifer Futch, nephew Garren Futch, as well as her...

Mary "Maxine" Bennett Banks

Nov 19, 2022

Mary Bennett Banks, Maxine to friends, "Nanny" to her family, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, November 19, 2022, at her home. She was the widow of Charles Franklin Banks. They shared 43 years of marriage together.

Maxine was born June 28, 1953, in Ft. Benning, Georgia, but grew up in Stonewall, NC, where she...

Ellen Louise Mcvitty

Nov 18, 2022

Ellen L. McVitty (Beck), age 92, of Oriental, NC, passed away peacefully at home on November 18, 2022, with her son, daughter, and son-in-law at her side.

Ellen was born in Perth Amboy, NJ on January 18, 1930, to Theodore and Ellen Beck.  She graduated from Perth Amboy High School on June 10, 1948.  After marrying William...

Charles Hollister Gaskins, Sr.

Nov 15, 2022

Charles Hollister Gaskins, Sr., 83, of Bayboro passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at home.

Charlie was born and raised in New Bern, NC the ninth of ten sons of Hugh and Gladys Gaskins with two sisters. He joined the Navy at the age of 17 before moving to California where he worked for the state as...

Ellen Plunkett Broderick

Nov 12, 2022

Beloved wife and mother, Ellen Marie Plunkett Broderick, 79, of Hobucken, NC passed away Saturday, November 12, 2022, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.

She is survived by her husband, William “Bill” Broderick; son and wife, Timothy and Susan Broderick; grandchildren, Melissa (Drew Garnett), Alex Broderick (Roxan); daughter and husband, Annemarie and Garr Kerr; daughter and husband, Kathy and...

Velna Heuser Bennett

Nov 12, 2022

Velna Mae Heuser Bennett passed away on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at the Gardens of Pamlico. She was 91 years old.

Velna lived most of her life in Pamlico County. She married Ellsworth Lincoln Bennett, Sr. and together they raised four children: Patsy, Buddy, Steve, and Libby. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother....

Daylin Cross Hancock

Nov 10, 2022

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Daylin Cross Hancock, 23, of Florence NC passed away November 10, 2022 at home.

“Cross” as everyone knew him, was a man of faith. He attended Motion Church, where he met his friend and mentor Pastor Albert “AB” Almore. Cross enjoyed hunting, fishing, four wheeler riding, spending time...

Alton Wayne Jenkins

Nov 6, 2022

Alton "Wayne" Jenkins, 88, of Grantsboro, North Carolina, went home to be with the Lord peacefully on Sunday, November 6, 2022. Born Wednesday, February 14, 1934, in Memphis, Texas, he was the eighth of nine children born to Susan Viola and Lemuel Euin Jenkins.

Wayne married Linda Curtis on a Saturday, December 29th and they enjoyed 65...

Barbara Thurber Lynch

Nov 4, 2022

Barbara Rose Thurber Lynch died peacefully in her sleep on Friday, November 4, 2022, after an extended illness. Barbara was born on April 28, 1930, in Pawtucket, RI. The youngest of 5 and the only girl, she was the daughter of Frederick Thurber and Sadie (Jacques) Thurber. Barbara was raised in South Attleboro, MA, and lived there until she...

Wilma Sanders Whorton

Oct 30, 2022

Wilma Sanders Whorton died peacefully on Sunday, October 30. She was 98 years old.

Wilma lived her entire adult life in the Florence community of Pamlico County. In 1942, she married S.G. Whorton and together they raised three sons: Gary, Larry, and Kevin. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker, and she was dearly loved...

Juanita Evelyn Feazell Thomas

Oct 26, 2022

Juanita F. Thomas left us on October 26, 2022.

She is survived by four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She will be missed by all.

Mary Whitmarsh Batson

Oct 25, 2022

Mary Faye Whitmarsh Batson, 82, of Grantsboro went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, from Grantsbrook Nursing and Rehab Center.

She was a member of Word Fellowship Church. Mrs. Mary loved her animals and was passionate about supporting rescue efforts for them. She was a member of Pamlico Rescue for 8 years. An avid...

Denard Thurman Potter, Jr.

Oct 25, 2022

Denard Thurman Potter Jr., 52, of Reelsboro passed away on October 25, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his son, Landon Potter, and grandson, Braydon Potter.

He is survived by his parents, Denard and Helen Potter; his children, Morgan Potter, Tyler Potter, and Ian Potter; grandchildren, Bryce, Emily, Clara, and Micah; sister, Christy Potter...

Mora Dawn Bulloch Swindell

Oct 25, 2022

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Mora Dawn Bulloch Swindell, 55, of James City, passed away suddenly, Tuesday, October 25, 2022, in a house fire along with her beloved chihuahua, Rico.

Dawn was preceded in death by her mother, Ella Lupton Bulloch.

She is survived by her father, Hugh Melvin Bulloch; son, Aaron Raynor; brother, Wade...

Louis Earl Daniels

Oct 21, 2022

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Louis Earl Daniels, 72, of Alliance, devoted husband, Dad, Grandad, Brother, Uncle, and friend passed away from this world to heaven on Friday, October 21, 2022, at home.

He was born June 18, 1950, in Maribel, NC – Pamlico County to the late, Julius Garley Daniels, Sr. and Ruth Willis Daniels.

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Gayle Rowe Isenhart

Oct 19, 2022

Gayle Marie Rowe Isenhart, 74, of Stonewall passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at home.

Gayle was a genuinely sweet soul who was loved by everyone she crossed paths with. She shared her love and her beautiful smile everywhere she went. Gayle was a wonderful, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt. She enjoyed spending time with...

Alfred Darold Ulvog

Oct 18, 2022

Alfred Darold Ulvog, Jr., 90, of Oriental, North Carolina died on his birthday, October 18, 2022.  Born in Vermillion, South Dakota he served in the Korean conflict then went on to earn a BS degree in Accounting from the University of South Dakota, graduating with honors.  Al had a long, successful career with the Department of Agriculture, first as...

Kenneth Rollin Eliot

Oct 17, 2022

Kenneth R. Eliot (BUB), 79, Oriental, NC passed away on 17 Oct. 2022, at home surrounded by his “Heart Song”, Gail Good.

Bub was a true sailor having taught himself how to sail on the ponds of Kansas. He discovered Oriental while reading sailing books and had to see why all of them included Oriental in their...

Herbert David Brinson

Oct 16, 2022

Herbert David Brinson, 74, of Aurora passed away Sunday, October 16, 2022, at home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Curlie and Nora Brinson; one brother; and one sister.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Virginia “Ginger” Brinson; children, Lena Brinson, Cindy Lynn Moen, Elizabeth Ann Robinson, and Martin David...

Eric Phillip Wasula

Oct 16, 2022

Eric Phillip Wasula, 52, of Arapahoe passed away suddenly Sunday, October 16, 2022, in Ritzville, Washington.

He was preceded in death by his father, Peter Wasula.

Eric is survived by his wife of 18 years, Renee Wasula; mother, Sheila Wasula; children, Jeremy, Deborah, Elisha and Ezekiel “Zeke” Wasula; sister, Corey Wasula Garnsey (David); father- and...