Obituaries
Patricia "Pat" Ann Chupela O'Donnell
Jun 14, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Ann Chupela O’Donnell, 75, of Minnesott Beach, passed away at her home on June 14, 2026.
Pat was a woman whose warmth, energy, and generous spirit touched countless lives. A devoted member of St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, she lived her faith through service, kindness, and a genuine love for others. She was loved by everyone fortunate enough...
Craig Everett Simpson
Jun 13, 2026
Craig Everett Simpson, 56 of Bayboro passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Carolina East Medical Center.
Around his small town, Craig was very well known. Most knew him as the guy in the wheelchair that would ride up and down the sidewalk during the day or hang out with his huntin’ buddies at the gas...
Michael "Mike" E. Kefauver
Jun 13, 2026
Michael “Mike” E. Kefauver, 65, of Merritt, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center.
Mike was a man of tremendous skill, integrity, and creativity whose hands and heart touched countless lives. He was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, loyal friend, and a craftsman in every sense of the word.
Mike pursued his education with a passion for...
Jacquelyn "Jackie" Bonner Ensley
Jun 1, 2026
On June 1, 2026, at the age of 99 years and 6 months, Jacquelyn "Jackie" Bonner Ensley, died peacefully at The Home Place of New Bern, where she had resided for several months, receiving care for late-stage dementia.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, George Washington Ensley (2007); her daughter, Jacquelyn Ann Ensley Robinson (2013); and...
Charles Ashley Lane
May 30, 2026
Charles Ashley Lane, 82 of Minnesott Beach, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Charles loved the Lord and was a longtime member of Arapahoe Methodist Church where he had previously served on the church board. He was a Veteran having served 24 years in the US Navy, four of which were in Vietnam. Charles had a love...
Timothy "Doc" Gray Carawan
May 25, 2026
Timothy Gray Carawan, D.D.S., P.A., 74, of Grantsboro passed away peacefully on May 25, 2026, at Pruitt Health-Neuse in New Bern, NC.
Tim dedicated his life to caring for others, both through his profession and through the many ways he served his community. In 1977, he opened his dental practice, T.G. Carawan D.D.S., P.A., where he faithfully served generations of families...
Sue Gaskins Ireland
May 25, 2026
Sue Gaskins Ireland passed peacefully on Monday, May 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family, just one day after celebrating her 90th birthday.
Sue was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and faithful friend whose life reflected grace, humility, strength, and unwavering love for her family. She lived a life centered on faith and service to others, and her...
Shawna Elizabeth Cooper
May 22, 2026
Shawna Elizabeth Cooper, 40, of Grantsboro, North Carolina, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026, surrounded by loved ones in her home.
Shawna earned an Associate’s Degree in the Arts and majored in Creative Writing for her Bachelors at UNC Asheville. She could morph into the personality of her choosing from Artist and Writer to Painter and Empath. As a media influencer,...
Juna Gail Lupton
May 21, 2026
Juna Gail Lupton, 83, of Florence, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on May 21, 2026, surrounded by her family and beloved pets.
Born in Florence on December 19, 1942, to Bert and Verdie Whorton, Gail grew up on her parents’ farm and graduated from Pamlico County High School in 1961. After raising her three sons, she attended Lamar University...
Jerry Lee Lowery
May 13, 2026
Jerry Lee Lowery, 65, of Goose Creek, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Jerry was born on April 2, 1961, to the late Cecil Dixon and Ruth Dixon. He was a man who truly loved life, family, and the water. Whether he was fishing, shrimping, or simply spending time on the water, that was where he was...
Paul Junior Miller
May 13, 2026
Paul Junior Miller, 92, of Oriental, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 13th, 2026, at CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern.
Paul lived a long and meaningful life rooted in service, community, and a deep love for the coastal waters he called home. A proud resident of Oriental, he was known by many as a steady presence and a friendly...
Robert "Bob" Harold Yates
May 12, 2026
Robert “Bob” Harold Yates, 79, passed away on May 12, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family and faithful companion.
Bob was born in New Bern, NC on July 13, 1946, to the late Harold and Jane Yates and grew up in Beaufort, NC.
He is preceded in death by both parents and younger brother, Charles “Chuck” Yates.
Bob is survived by...
Hermelinda Padilla Cruz
May 7, 2026
Hermelinda Padilla Cruz, 59, of Grantsboro, NC, passed away peacefully at home on May 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Hermelinda was a woman of deep faith who found comfort and community in attending St. Paul Catholic Church in New Bern. Her faith guided her life and was reflected in the kindness and generosity she showed to others...
Stephanie Ann Moore
May 6, 2026
Stephanie Ann Moore, 39, of Grantsboro, NC, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at UNC Health-Wayne in Goldsboro.
Stephanie was a kind and gentle soul whose heart was full of love for others. She had a sweet spirit and a deep desire to be included, always cherishing the time and attention shared with those around her. Stephanie saw the good...
Dudley "Buddy" Alvin Paul III
May 5, 2026
Dudley Alvin Paul III “Buddy”, 61, of Alliance, NC passed away on May 5, 2026.
Buddy made his living as a commercial fisherman before his health declined. He had a love for country music, the outdoors, especially hunting, and cherished time spent with his niece, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews, who brought him immense happiness.
He was preceded in death by his...
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...
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